Opening a new real estate office or branch in Dubai involves a specific set of printed materials, separate from your day-to-day listing marketing. This checklist covers what to plan for and roughly when, from office fit-out through to your first open house.
Office Fit-Out Stage
Once your office layout is confirmed, order reception and wall signage, along with name plates for meeting rooms and desks. These depend on a finished layout, so avoid ordering until fit-out plans are settled.
Before Your Team Starts Client-Facing Work
Business cards for every agent should be ready before client meetings and viewings begin. If your team is still being finalised, consider ordering a first batch for confirmed hires and a second batch as new agents join, rather than delaying everyone's cards until the full team is in place.
Before Your First Listing Goes Live
- Brochure templates ready to populate with property photography and details.
- Presentation folders on hand for client meetings and offer documents.
- A-frame signs or window decals ready for your first open house or show unit.
Ongoing, Once You Are Open
Plan for signage and cards to be reordered as your team grows and as listings change. Keeping your original artwork and brand files on hand makes it straightforward to add a new agent's card or refresh signage wording without starting from scratch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should be ordered first when opening a new office?
Items tied to your physical space, such as reception signage and name plates, can usually be ordered as soon as fit-out plans are confirmed. Business cards and listing materials should follow once your team and first properties are confirmed.
Can brochures be prepared before a property is fully photographed?
A brochure template and layout can be prepared in advance, but final printing should wait until full-resolution property photography is available.
See our full real estate office printing package for the complete set of materials covered in this checklist.
