Dubai Stars - Rise To The Top

Is Dubai property flipping coming to an end, or is the market simply entering a new phase?

In this episode of **Dubai Stars Podcast**, founder of Costa Global is here for an honest conversation about the future of the Dubai real estate market, off-plan property investment, market corrections and global opportunities beyond the UAE.

Mario shares his journey from becoming a real estate broker in Dubai to building his own agency and expanding internationally into **Thailand, Phuket, Bali and Vietnam**. He also explains the mistakes he made while scaling, why quality matters more than the number of agents and what he looks for when building a successful real estate team. 

The conversation explores:

🏙️ The current state of the Dubai real estate market
📉 Whether Dubai property prices need a correction
🏗️ Why some off-plan properties cost more than secondary-market units
🔄 Whether property flipping could become harder over the next 24 months
🏦 The growing role of mortgages and developer financing
👥 Why first-time buyers are becoming more cautious
🌍 How Mario expanded Costa Global beyond Dubai
🇹🇭 Why Phuket could offer opportunities similar to Dubai ten years ago
💰 Thailand property investment starting from approximately $80,000
📊 Flexible payment plans and potential rental returns discussed in the episode
🏢 How to build and scale a successful real estate agency
🤝 Referral opportunities for brokers interested in the Thailand market

Mario also discusses why he believes investors should avoid placing everything in one market and how Costa Global is building an international real estate operation connecting Dubai with emerging Asian property destinations. The episode covers freehold property ownership in Thailand, developer-operated rental management and Mario’s plans to expand into Bali and Vietnam. 

Watch the full episode for a direct discussion about Dubai real estate investment, off-plan properties, secondary-market opportunities, property flipping, Thailand real estate and international agency growth.

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The opinions, projections, prices and potential returns discussed in this episode are personal views shared during the conversation and are not guaranteed. Always conduct independent legal and financial due diligence before investing.

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Can a salary of AED 10,000 really qualify you for a mortgage of up to AED 750,000 in Dubai?

In this episode of Dubai Stars Podcast, host Anthony Joseph AJ sits down with mortgage expert Fahd, who has over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, to explain how Dubai mortgages actually work.

They discuss mortgage eligibility, bank pre-approval, required documents, financing for salaried employees and business owners, off-plan mortgages, equity release, refinancing, interest rates and the additional costs buyers need to prepare for.

You’ll also learn why getting pre-approved before searching for a property can save time and help you understand your real buying budget. Depending on the bank and applicant profile, the pre-approval process may take between one day and one week.

The episode also explains processing fees, life insurance, property insurance, valuation charges and mortgage registration fees that buyers may face during the process.

Watch the full episode before buying or financing a property in Dubai.

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The Youngest F3 Mindset | George Zaraski on Racing, Risk & Relentless Drive
What does it take to chase Formula racing at a young age… and still think like an entrepreneur?
In this episode, we sit down with George Zaraski, one of the youngest Formula 3 drivers, to break down his journey from childhood obsession to competing at a high level in motorsport — while building a business at the same time.
This isn’t just about racing.
 It’s about mindset, risk, discipline, and the reality behind high-performance careers.
What we covered:
• How George got obsessed with motorsport at a young age
 • The influence of legends like Sebastian Vettel, Michael Schumacher, and Max Verstappen
 • Why modern F1 feels different today
 • The reality of crashes, pressure, and competition
 • Sim racing vs real racing — and the future of motorsport
 • Why the UAE became a key part of his journey
 • The business side of racing and building something bigger
 • Advice for the next generation chasing speed and purpose
Key takeaway:
Most people think talent is the entry point.
 But what actually matters is obsession, calculated risk, and staying consistent when things don’t go your way.
For aspiring drivers:
George is actively working on making motorsport more accessible through his academy and tech-driven projects.
📩 Contact: George@racecraft.ae

 📍 Based in Abu Dhabi (soon expanding to Dubai)
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
 01:10 – Early obsession with racing
 04:30 – Inspiration from F1 legends
 09:20 – Verstappen & modern racing
 15:40 – Risk, crashes, and reality of motorsport
 23:10 – Sim racing vs real racing
 31:00 – Moving to the UAE
 38:20 – Europe vs UAE racing experience
 45:10 – Mentorship & career path
 52:30 – Racing vs entrepreneurship
 59:00 – Legacy & long-term vision
 01:05:00 – Advice to young drivers
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From Near Death to Purpose | The Real Story Behind Reinvention
What happens when success almost kills you?
In this episode, we sit down with one of the most recognized faces in Dubai’s wellness scene a former corporate professional who built businesses, scaled fast… and then hit a life-threatening breaking point at 31. 
Two MBAs. Years in finance. Multiple ventures.
 From the outside, everything looked right.
 On the inside, everything was off.
This conversation goes deeper than yoga, deeper than mindset. It’s about pressure, identity, and what it really takes to rebuild your life from scratch.
What You’ll Get From This Episode:
 The hidden cost of ambition in cities like Dubai 
 How stress silently builds until it breaks you 
 The difference between fear and panic (and why most people lose control) 
 Why breathing is more powerful than motivation 
 What top CEOs and athletes actually have in common 
 The truth about mental health for men 
 How to restart your life without knowing what’s next 
The Shift
After a near-death health event, everything changed.
No more autopilot.
 No more chasing without direction.
He stepped away from everything he built…
 and rebuilt himself from the ground up.
Not with a plan.
 With awareness.
Real Talk Moments
 “You can have everything… and still feel nothing.” 
 “Stress comes from not taking action.” 
 “Your real fight is against your own limits.” 
Why This Matters
Most people wait for a wake-up call.
 Some get it—and ignore it.
This is what it looks like when someone actually responds.
If you’re building, pushing, chasing more…
 this one will hit different.
Watch till the end. This isn’t just a story—it’s a reset.

What if your home could improve your health, increase your energy, reduce stress, and help you live longer?
In this episode, Joseph Massoud sits down with Alex Zagrebelny, Founder of Eywa and R.Evolution, to explore a completely different vision of real estate.
From AI-powered building management and longevity-focused amenities to hydroponic farms, crystal energy structures, wellness architecture, and future living concepts, Alex shares how Eywa is redefining what a home can be.
This conversation goes far beyond real estate. It dives into human performance, wellbeing, community, technology, design, and the future of how we live.
Topics Covered:
✔️ The future of luxury living
 ✔️ AI in real estate and smart buildings
 ✔️ Wellness-focused architecture
 ✔️ Longevity and human performance
 ✔️ How your environment shapes your life
 ✔️ The story behind Eywa Dubai
 ✔️ Building communities instead of properties
 ✔️ The next generation of real estate
Eywa introduces a new way of thinking about living, where technology, nature, wellbeing, and design come together to create a more conscious lifestyle.
🎙️ Guest: Alex Zagrebelny
 🏙️ Founder of Eywa & R.Evolution
 📍 Dubai, UAE
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