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Abu Dhabi real estate agents warned against cold calling

Tuesday, 26 October 2021 15:34

By ARN News Staff

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Authorities in Abu Dhabi are reminding real estate companies and brokers not to promote their services through cold calling.

According to the Department of Municipalities and Transport, real estate marketing should be limited to official channels such as company website or social media platforms.

It added that legal action could be taken against violators.

The public can report any violation by calling 800 555.

The Department of Municipalities and Transport - Abu Dhabi, reminds all individuals, companies and developers in the real estate sector to only use official marketing channels, such as company website or social media channels, and not to market services through cold calling. pic.twitter.com/gj63UThhXC
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) October 26, 2021

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