Real Estate Needs Your Time… and Ramadan Gives It to You
In the midst of daily responsibilities and work pressure, it’s hard for many people to find time for thoughtful financial and investment decisions. But the holy month of Ramadan presents a rare golden opportunity—not only for worship and reflection, but also for reordering financial priorities and analyzing investment opportunities—especially in the real estate market.
Ramadan Downtime: A Golden Moment for Deep Thinking
Seasoned investors often speak from experience: the free time during Ramadan feels different. The calm atmosphere, balanced lifestyle, and distance from daily routines all contribute to mental clarity and stimulate strategic thinking.
During this month, investors often find themselves reviewing financial plans, analyzing the market more deeply, and uncovering ideas previously overlooked—or reevaluating investment priorities that were based on hype rather than reality.
Use Your Time to Engage with Real Estate Companies
Many potential investors want to buy property but postpone the decision due to lack of time. In Ramadan, however, conversations with real estate companies tend to be calmer and more productive. These interactions can uncover crucial insights that weren’t previously clear and give you the chance to ask the questions that lead to smarter decisions.
The goal isn’t to close a deal immediately, but rather to gather information, compare offers, and expand your investment perspective—without time pressure.
Types of Investors and the Best Time to Decide
There are generally two types of real estate investors:
- The urgent investor: seeks quick property acquisition due to residency or Turkish citizenship goals.
- The strategic investor: invests purely for return on investment—and Ramadan is the ideal time for them to analyze the market in depth.
For the strategic investor, Ramadan is perfect for reviewing fine details like:
- Who is the developer?
- How ready is the title deed (Tapu)?
- What are the projected returns in 2–3 years?
- What are the strengths and weaknesses of the project?
Real Story: How a Saudi Architect Earned 150% in 2.5 Years
One prominent Saudi architect shared how he took advantage of his free time during Ramadan to speak with several real estate companies and carefully study offers. After thorough consultations, he chose an off-plan project on Basin Express Street with carefully selected investment criteria—and after just two and a half years, his returns exceeded 150%.
What made his experience unique:
- A deep understanding of the developer’s strength
- Willingness to delay Tapu delivery in exchange for an attractive price
- Leveraging flexible installment options that mimicked cash deals
- The ability to extract investment insights from every conversation
He summarized his success in one word: Ramadan.
Practical Tips: How to Turn Ramadan into an Investment Advantage
- Dedicate one hour daily to studying specific real estate projects.
- Compare ready-to-move-in projects vs. under-construction ones in terms of risk and returns.
- Speak with multiple companies and look for the hidden details behind each offer.
- Don’t be swayed by appearances or low prices alone.
- Consult neutral experts to evaluate a property’s true potential.
- Focus on long-term returns, not just quick wins.
Investment Awareness Is a Form of Worship
Just as we reorganize our spiritual priorities during Ramadan, we can also reassess our financial goals. The golden opportunity doesn’t always lie in a price or promotion—but in timing and awareness. If you use this month to understand a project’s details, location, and future growth potential, the gains could be priceless.
In Summary
Ramadan is not only a month of worship—it’s also a time for investment reflection. Your availability this month could lead to a winning real estate deal—not because the deal happened during Ramadan, but because the decision matured during Ramadan.
**Invest your time—**not just your money—and start your search and analysis with a renewed perspective.