Summary
All properties are valued by independent third-party valuers, not by Arvo. This isn't a nicety. If we set our own prices, we'd have an incentive to inflate them. So we don't. Valuations determine your share price and are updated periodically to reflect market conditions.
Why Independent Valuations Matter
Here's something most platforms won't say out loud: if they're setting their own property prices, that's a conflict of interest.
We use independent third-party valuers who have:
No connection to Arvo
No stake in the outcome
Professional standards to uphold
Regulatory accountability
This protects you from overpaying and ensures fair pricing.
Who Does the Valuations?
RERA-certified valuation companies.
RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority) certification means:
Licensed by Dubai authorities
Follow standard methodology
Professionally accountable
Subject to regular oversight
The specific valuer is disclosed in each property listing.
When Valuations Happen
Stage | Valuation |
Before listing | Initial valuation |
Ongoing | Periodic updates (every 6 months) |
At exit | Final valuation for sale pricing |
Your share value in the portfolio reflects the latest valuation.
How Valuations Work
Valuers assess a combination of:
Comparable sales
Rental income
Location factors
Property condition
Market conditions
They combine these factors using professional methodology to arrive at a fair market value.
What You See
For each property, the listing shows:
Valuation amount: the independent assessed value
Valuation date: when it was done
Valuer name: who did it
Full report: available to download
You can review the valuation methodology yourself.
How Valuations Affect You
Situation | Impact |
Initial investment | You buy shares at fair value |
Portfolio tracking | Your holdings reflect current value |
Exit windows | Share price based on latest valuation |
Property sale | Sale price guided by valuation |
Performance fee | Based on actual sale proceeds when the property is sold, not on valuations |
Valuation vs. Sale Price
These are not the same thing.
A valuation is a professional estimate of fair value. A sale price is what a buyer actually pays.
When Arvo buys a property it will always be at or below valuation. When Arvo sells the property, the actual sale price may be slightly above or below valuation depending on market conditions and negotiation.
Can Valuations Go Down?
Yes. Property values can decrease as well as increase.
Reasons include:
Market downturns
Area becoming less desirable
Building condition issues
Economic factors
This is a real risk of property investment. Valuations reflect reality, not just good news.
Common Questions
How often are valuations updated?
Every 6-months.
Can I request a valuation?
Valuations are scheduled by Arvo. Individual requests aren't possible, but you'll always have access to the latest valuation.
What if I disagree with a valuation?
Valuations are conducted by independent professionals. If you have concerns, contact support. Valuers are qualified experts.
Does Arvo influence valuations?
No. That would defeat the purpose. Valuers are fully independent.
Our Commitment
Independent valuers only
RERA-certified professionals
Full reports available to download
No Arvo interference
Regular updates
We want accurate valuations. Our performance fee depends on real profit when the property is sold. Inflated valuations would hurt us at exit.
All investments carry risk. Real estate price can increase and decrease in value. Past performance is not a guarantee of future returns. Arvo is regulated by the DFSA.