PropSearchr

Guide

Getting Started With PropSearchr

Welcome! This guide gets you up and running in 15 minutes. 🚀

What is PropSearchr?

PropSearchr is your personal property analyst working 24/7. It analyzes 50,000+ properties and scores each one based on YOUR investment goals.

You get:

  • Property scoring (0-100 based on your criteria)
  • AI floor plan analysis (modification opportunities)
  • Off-market deal discovery
  • Market timing recommendations
  • Investment strategy modeling
  • Neighborhood analysis

Bottom line: Find better deals. Make smarter decisions.

Step 1: Sign up (2 minutes)

  1. Click "Sign Up" (top right)
  2. Enter your email address
  3. Create a secure password
  4. Check your email for verification link (check spam folder too)
  5. Click the link to verify
  6. You're in! ✅

Step 2: Set up your profile (3 minutes)

  1. Click "Settings" (top right corner)
  2. Go to "Investment Profile"
  3. Tell us your goals (check all that apply):
    • Flip properties (1-3 year exit)
    • Long-term rentals (5+ year hold)
    • Commercial conversions
    • Off-market deals
    • HMO conversions
  4. Set your investment criteria:
    • Budget range: AED 500k - AED 2M (example)
    • Preferred areas: Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, etc.
    • Property types: Apartments, villas, townhouses
    • Target rental yield: (if applicable)
  5. Click "Save"

Why this matters: PropSearchr scores properties based on YOUR criteria. A "good deal" is different for every investor.

Step 3: Run your first search (5 minutes)

  1. Click "Search" (top menu)
  2. Pick a location
    • Click the Location dropdown
    • Select Dubai, then pick an area (Dubai Marina, Downtown, JBR, etc.)
    • Click "Apply"
  3. Set filters (optional)
    • Property type: Apartment, villa, townhouse, etc.
    • Min price: AED 500k
    • Max price: AED 1.5M
    • Bedrooms: Any or specific number
    • Sort by: "Score" (highest opportunity first)
  4. Click "Search"

Results load in <2 seconds. You'll see:

  • Score (0-100): Investment potential for YOU
  • Price: Current asking price
  • Details: Beds, baths, area, building name
  • Tabs below: Click to see detailed analysis

Review results: Start with the highest-scoring properties. That's where the opportunities are.

Step 4: Analyze a property (5 minutes)

Click the top-scoring property. You'll see several tabs:

Floor Plan Tab 🏠

  • Claude AI automatically analyzes the floor plan from the listing photos
  • No upload needed – analysis happens instantly
  • Shows:
    • Modification opportunities (how to split, extend, or convert)
    • Estimated renovation costs (based on contractor quotes)
    • Upside potential (rental income gain if modified)

Example: "This 2-bed could split into 2 studios: Cost AED 150k → Uplift AED 600k = 40% gain"

Condition Tab 🔍

  • AI inspects property photos
  • Flags maintenance issues
  • Identifies structural concerns
  • Estimates repair costs

Amenities Tab 📍

  • Schools, hospitals, parks, transport nearby
  • Shows counts within 1km and 2km
  • Amenity score (0-100)
  • Great for family rentals

Flip Scenario Tab (Pro feature) 📊

  • Models 5 exit strategies:
    • Flip: 1-3 year quick exit (~X% return)
    • Hold: Long-term rental (~X% yield)
    • Convert: HMO or commercial (~X% IRR)
    • JV: Partner with developer (~X% IRR)
    • Rent: Serviced apartments (~X% yield)
  • Shows 5-year IRR for each
  • Recommends the best path for YOU

Comparable Market Analysis Tab 📈

  • Similar properties recently sold
  • Average price per sqft
  • Market trends (up/down/flat)
  • Rent comparables

What next? 4 options

Option 1: Save it

Click "Save to List" to bookmark for later. View your list anytime in "My Properties" (Pro feature).

Option 2: Share it

Click "Share" to get a link. Send to a partner, advisor, or mentor. They see the full analysis.

Option 3: Contact the agent

Click "Contact Agent" (links to Bayut/PropertyFinder). Reach out to the seller's agent directly.

Option 4: Explore more

Go back to search and try different filters. You get 10 analyses on the Free plan. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited access.

Feature highlights

Floor Plan Analysis 🏗️

What it does: Claude AI analyzes floor plans from property listings and finds modification opportunities.

How: View property → AI auto-analyzes listing floor plan → See modification recommendations instantly.

Example: "Split this 2-bed into 2 studios. Cost: AED 150k. Uplift: AED 600k = 40% gain"

DLD Moat (Pro only) 🔐

What it does: Off-market deal discovery via ownership intelligence.

How:

  • Go to Search → Advanced Filters
  • Check "Strategy Filters"
  • Get 100+ building owner contacts
  • Reach out directly (no agent fees)

Example: Find villa owner in JBR, negotiate AED 50k below market, close direct deal.

Exit Strategy Modeling (Pro only) 💰

What it does: Calculates 5-year IRR for 5 different exit paths.

How:

  • Pick a property
  • Go to "Flip Scenario" tab
  • See all 5 options with IRR
  • "Recommend" shows best path for YOU

Example: "Flip = 12% IRR. Convert to HMO = 24% IRR. Recommended: Convert"

Smart Property Matching (Agency only) 🎯

What it does: AI daily matches new properties to your profile.

How:

  • Set investment criteria (update anytime)
  • PropSearchr scores ALL new properties daily
  • Your "Smart Leads" inbox shows top matches
  • Click to analyze

Pro tips 💡

  • Update your profile regularly
    Better profile = better matches. Change it if your goals change.
  • Read ALL tabs
    Don't just look at the score. Floor Plan + Condition + Amenities = hidden insights.
  • Trust the recommendations
    PropSearchr analyzed 1,000+ similar properties. If it says "Convert, not flip," there's usually a reason. But always verify.
  • Verify EVERYTHING
    Get a surveyor, check with authorities, talk to contractors. Don't skip steps.
  • Start free, upgrade when ready
    Use all 10 Free analyses first. Explore different areas. Feel out the platform. Upgrade to Pro when you want unlimited.

Common questions ❓

Q: Is PropSearchr a financial advisor?
A: No. We provide analysis tools. Consult a licensed financial advisor before major investments.

Q: How accurate is floor plan analysis?
A: ~92% accurate. Quality depends on photo resolution. Always verify with a surveyor.

Q: What if I find an error?
A: Click "Report Issue" on any property page. Our team reviews within 24 hours.

Q: Can I export the analysis?
A: Yes. Click "Export to PDF" on any property page. Share with partners or advisors.

Q: How often are listings updated?
A: Public listings: Every 6 hours. Off-market data: Daily.

Q: What's the difference between Free and Pro?
A: Free: 4 features, 10 analyses/month. Pro: 8 features, unlimited, DLD access, exit modeling.

Q: Can I share this with my team?
A: Free analysis can be shared via email. For team access, upgrade to Agency plan.

Troubleshooting 🔧

Floor plan not analyzing?

  • This only happens if the property listing lacks a floor plan photo
  • Try searching for properties with clearer floor plan images
  • Some older listings may not have floor plans available
  • Email support@propsearchr.com if you believe there's an error

DLD data missing?

  • New properties take time to appear in DLD database
  • Some properties under legal dispute aren't shown
  • Email support@propsearchr.com with property details

Search loading slowly?

Payment issue?

You're ready! 🚀

  • ✅ Complete your profile (1 min)
  • ✅ Run a search (2 min)
  • ✅ Click on a property (3 min)
  • ✅ Read the analysis (5 min)
  • ✅ Decide: Free or Pro?

Now go find better deals! Good luck. 💪

Questions? Email support@propsearchr.com
Response time: <24 hours

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