International investors increasingly focus on MENA real estate because it offers long-term structural opportunities. Consequently, Valentin Kulikov, founder of Sunlocate Properties, has become a trusted advisor for cross-border capital flows.
He emphasizes capital movement beyond media narratives. Therefore, Kulikov provides insights on liquidity, demand cycles, and investor behavior rather than market hype.
With nearly two decades of experience, he analyzes markets as interconnected systems. Additionally, he studies policies, incentives, and long-term fundamentals to reveal underlying trends.
Rather than commenting on individual projects, he decodes market mechanics. For example, he explains why investors allocate capital, how cycles develop, and where structural resilience exists.
In Dubai, expansion often highlights luxury launches. However, Kulikov argues foreign capital, especially linked to long-term residency programs, drives the cycle.
Long-term visas encourage lifestyle and capital-preservation strategies. As a result, investors shift away from short-term speculation toward measured, durable investments. Moreover, Kulikov stresses timing, segment selection, and liquidity depth over headline yields.
Mid-tier residential assets and certain commercial properties often outperform luxury segments in risk-adjusted terms. Therefore, his strategy focuses on durability across cycles rather than short-term gains.
Oman provides a complementary opportunity for MENA real estate portfolios. Specifically, rising transaction volumes, mortgage activity, and foreign participation make it attractive for steady returns.
Sunlocate’s expansion into Muscat strategically combines Dubai’s liquidity with Oman’s yield stability. Furthermore, Kulikov emphasizes regulated ownership, integrated tourism projects, and tourism-driven demand. Thus, Oman acts as a diversification tool rather than a speculative alternative.
Across both markets, three main forces influence investors. First, residency incentives anchor lifestyle-driven capital. Second, global yield differentials attract cross-border funds. Third, stable regulation and infrastructure investment maintain relative stability.
Kulikov advises structured analysis rather than reactive decisions. For instance, scenario planning, disciplined allocation, and advisory frameworks help align capital with long-term goals.
He also highlights downside risks. In Dubai, oversupply cycles require careful entry pricing and exit planning. Similarly, in Oman, rising competition demands deeper post-transaction engagement.
By monitoring liquidity and stress-testing assumptions, investors can adopt cycle-aware strategies. Therefore, his advisory approach emphasizes risk management over market speculation.
Investors listen because Kulikov provides clarity over noise. Consequently, operational discipline combined with market analysis guides clients through complex MENA real estate markets.
Finally, as capital flows evolve, his focus on structure, transparency, and repeatable frameworks ensures advisory quality, creating a competitive advantage for the next investment cycle.
