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“The UK mortgage market pushed them away. Yas Island’s lifestyle pulled them in. Now, they’re not just investing — they’re living the dream.”

🏡 From Edinburgh Rents to Emirates Ownership — A Modern Buying Story

Amy and Bilal, both 32, were your classic young professionals. She worked in digital marketing; he was in civil engineering. They’d been renting in central Edinburgh for almost 8 years, saving hard, but the UK housing market kept moving faster than they could keep up.

“Every time we got close to a deposit, the prices jumped again,” said Amy. “It was exhausting.”

In early 2023, after yet another mortgage rejection over a minor credit discrepancy, they decided to change strategy. Instead of fighting for a cramped city flat in the UK, they asked: Could we own abroad — and earn from it — before we even get on the ladder here?

That’s when they found Sama Yas at Yas Park Island.

🌅 Discovering Sama Yas – A Serene, Smart, and Surprising Opportunity

While most of their peers were looking at Dubai, Amy and Bilal were drawn to something different.

They came across Sama Yas, a low-rise residential development by Aldar on Yas Park Island, part of Abu Dhabi’s fastest-growing master community.

What stood out?

• ✅ 1–3 bedroom apartments and townhouses
• ✅ Direct access to landscaped parks and tranquil lakes
• ✅ Walking distance to Yas Mall, Yas Waterworld, and Warner Bros World
• ✅ Close to beaches, schools, medical centres, and global F&B outlets
• ✅ Designed for long-term family living and investor value
• ✅ Backed by Aldar, one of the UAE’s most reputable developers

“It felt like a fresh start,” Bilal said. “Clean design, fresh air, no chaos — but still connected.”

🇬🇧 Why They Chose to Buy with Aeon & Trisl UK

Still cautious, they reached out to Aeon & Trisl UK — and were met with a team who understood that not every investor has a six-figure portfolio.

Here’s what stood out:

• Guided them on affordable payment plans with low upfront cost
• Broke down the process for UK residents to buy in Abu Dhabi
• Helped them set up a virtual power of attorney
• Arranged for a fully remote transaction with legal cover
• Offered aftersales rental support and property management setup

Within 30 days, they’d reserved a 2-bedroom townhouse in Sama Yas, near a park and future cycling track — with a 60/40 post-handover plan and zero UAE income tax.

📈 The Result – Not Just a Property. A Path Forward.

Fast-forward 8 months later:

• ✅ Their property has appreciated by 12%
• ✅ It’s being rented long-term to an expat family from France
• ✅ Their yield sits at 6.3% net
• ✅ They’re planning their first visit this winter — as owners
• ✅ They feel ahead of the curve, while their friends are still fighting bidding wars in Manchester and Edinburgh

“We thought we were behind in life,” said Amy. “Now we’ve got keys, income, and a place to escape to.”

📍 Why Yas Island is Gaining UK Investor Attention

Dubai gets the spotlight, but Abu Dhabi is playing the long game — and doing it quietly, cleanly, and sustainably.

Yas Island is:

• Family-oriented, not overcrowded
• Home to world-class leisure attractions
• Central to new business hubs and tech campuses
• Expanding its residential stock carefully, with high-end developers
• More accessible in price compared to similar Dubai communities

📘 Related: UK Investor Guide – Abu Dhabi Property Market

🌟 Final Thoughts – A Different Path. A Better Result.

Amy and Bilal thought they were out of the game. But Sama Yas gave them:

✔️ Ownership
✔️ Passive income
✔️ An option to relocate
✔️ A story no one in their circle expected

And with Aeon & Trisl’s help, the entire journey felt less like paperwork and more like a turning point.

“It was the first time someone told us: ‘You don’t need to be rich. You just need to be smart.’ And that stuck.”

🔍 Want to Explore Sama Yas?

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👉 Sama Yas in Yas Park Island

Let our UK team show you what’s possible — whether you’re just starting, growing your portfolio, or seeking smart second-home options.