Today, the process of registering property ownership begins in 4 regions.

Reading time: 2 MinutesYesterday, the Real Estate Registry announced the start of accepting the first applications for physical registration of (59,027) real estate units in the Riyadh, Al-Qassim, Eastern Province and Hail regions. The physical registration of the property includes the following neighborhoods in the Al-Qassim region in the Al-Amirah governorate: (part of the Nahda neighborhood, part of the Rayyan neighborhood, part of the Al-Afak neighborhood, and a number of other real estate areas), and in the Al-Fawlq governorate: (the Rahab neighborhood, the Emirate neighborhood, the Aziziya … Read more

More than 200,000 meters of rainwater drainage networks were completed during the first half of 2026

Reading time: 2 MinutesThe Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has completed more than 200,000 linear meters of rainwater drainage networks in a number of cities and regions of the Kingdom during the first half of 2026, as part of works aimed at raising cities’ readiness to deal with rainy conditions, reducing water accumulations, supporting the safety of residents and the flow of traffic, protecting assets and facilities, and enhancing the continuity of municipal services. The total … Read more

"Enfaz" provides 3 types of real estate auctions that meet the needs of beneficiaries

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Enforcement Center for Auction and Liquidation explained that real estate auctions overseen by it offer a variety of options for bidders, allowing participation through different mechanisms that suit the nature of the auction and the needs of the participants. The real estate auctions overseen by the center include the in-person auction, the electronic auction, and the hybrid auction, where the mechanism of participation varies in each style. The in-person auction is held at the venue designated for the auction, and the electronic auction is conducted through the platform of the auction house … Read more

Steps to add authorization for an establishment or individual via the White Land and Vacant Properties platform

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Delegation Management Service is one of the important electronic services provided by the White Lands and Vacant Real Estate platform of the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, and aims to enable beneficiaries to easily and securely add new delegations or view or cancel previous ones by connecting with the Unified National Access. First: Accessing the ServiceAfter logging in to the platform, please click on the «Review» button… Read more

«The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing showcases its housing solutions at the "Future Build" exhibition in Taif.

Ministry of Municipalities and Housing - Group Housing Requirements

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Ministry of Municipalities and Housing is participating in the “Future Build” exhibition in its second edition in Taif from September 26 to 30, 2026. During its participation, the ministry is showcasing a package of solutions and initiatives aimed at stimulating real estate investment and developing the construction sector in the region, as well as introducing modern construction technologies and their role in improving the efficiency of execution and developing residential products and projects. The ministry is also providing … Read more

Najran's wooden doors... a tale of craftsmanship that tells the story of the beauty of mud-brick architecture

Reading time: 3 MinutesThe wooden doors in the old mud houses and mansions in Najran region bear the hallmarks of a traditional craft that combined functionality and beauty; they were not merely entrances to buildings, but architectural elements that reflected the craftsmanship and the exclusivity of social life, through their designs, decorations, and closing mechanisms that are still present in a number of heritage buildings. Wood doors stand out as an essential part of the clay architecture facades… Read more

Pay safely... How to protect your money from fake personal accounts and brokers?

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe General Real Estate Authority warned of the risks of fraud and scams, emphasizing the importance of starting by choosing approved payment channels and ensuring the reservation and deposit of the amount in a safe and reliable manner, to avoid dealing in cash or transferring to unlicensed intermediaries, ensuring that payments reach their beneficiaries and officially documenting all your financial transactions to protect your rights. Risks of transferring funds to personal accounts: Absence of legal financial proof: Transferring to an individual account or an employee… Read more

What is the difference between contract renewal and automatic renewal on the Ejar platform?

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Renting platform offers two main services for managing the continuity of residential and commercial lease contracts: contract renewal and automatic renewal. Although the ultimate goal is similar (the continuation of the lease relationship), the working mechanism and the conditions for activation are clearly different. 1- Contract renewalAn electronic service that facilitates the renewal of an expired or nearing expiration contract. Either party (the lessor or the lessee) can … Read more

Real estate fraud under scrutiny: 3 risks of dealing with unlicensed agents

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe General Real Estate Authority warned of the risks of dealing with unlicensed entities in the real estate sector, noting that this type of transaction could open the door to real estate fraud, according to the content published in the image. Risks of dealing with unlicensed entities: Financial fraud: Exploiting undocumented real estate transactions in suspicious practices, such as money laundering and terrorism financing. Financial fraud: Becoming a victim of requests to transfer funds to… Read more

Iron and electrical cables led the surge in building material prices last month.

Saudi Arabia's Steel Sector

Reading time: 3 MinutesConstruction materials prices in Saudi Arabia during August 2026 revealed a clear split in cost trends; while some basic materials continued to move within a limited range, key components in construction work faced strong price pressures, led by cables, electrical wires, and reinforcement steel, while concrete and block prices declined. Data from the General Authority for Statistics shows a difference in the price trajectories of construction materials from … Read more