Global Compliance & Financial Crime Prevention for the Real Estate Sector

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Tailored Solutions for a High-Risk, High-Value Global Industry

At Mukhtara Compliance, we recognize that the real estate sector is internationally identified as a high-risk channel for money laundering and illicit financial flows. Real estate compliance and anti-money laundering are not just local issues — they are global regulatory priorities, with guidance and expectations set by international standard-setters such as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

That’s why we offer specialist compliance consultancy and training services designed specifically for real estate professionals, developers, property investment firms, conveyancers, and related sectors, across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas

Our services are not “one-size-fits-all” adaptations of financial services rules. They are purpose-built for the real estate environment, addressing the operational realities and regulatory challenges of this diverse and dynamic sector, with a strong focus on real estate compliance and anti-money laundering.

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Why Compliance in Real Estate Demands Sector-Specific Support

The FATF has repeatedly identified real estate as a key sector for money laundering and terrorist financing, particularly due to:

  • The high value of property transactions
  • The complexity of ownership structures (e.g. shell companies, trusts)
  • Use of third parties and intermediaries
  • Cross-border investment and offshore financing
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This means real estate businesses globally are expected to implement:

  • Risk-Based AML/CFT Programs
  • Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
  • Ongoing Monitoring and Suspicious Transaction Reporting
  • Strong Governance, Internal Controls, and Training

Mukhtara Compliance Solutions for the International Real Estate Market

AML/CFT Framework Development

We help clients design and implement tailored AML/CFT compliance programs aligned with FATF Recommendations and local supervisory requirements.

  • AML Policy and Procedure Manuals
  • Risk-Based Customer Due Diligence (for buyers, sellers, tenants, landlords, investors)
  • Country- and Transaction-Level Risk Assessments
  • Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) Verification Guidance
  • Red Flag Indicators and Risk Typologies for Real Estate

We deliver practical, engaging training for property professionals — from agents and brokers to legal teams and back-office staff — built around global AML/CTF standards and regional regulatory nuances.

  • AML/CTF Training for Real Estate Professionals
  • Suspicious Activity Identification & Reporting
  • Training on Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), Sanctions, and Complex Ownership
  • Role-Based and Jurisdiction-Specific Sessions
  • Annual Refresher Courses & MLRO-Led Workshops

We provide independent audits and gap assessments to ensure your AML/CTF controls are not only compliant — but effective.

  • AML/CFT Program Review
  • Transaction and File Testing
  • Risk Exposure Mapping & Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA)
  • Remediation Planning and Implementation Support

With diverse global regulations and expectations, we help clients stay aligned with evolving standards, including FATF Mutual Evaluations and local laws.

  • Regulatory Change Monitoring (across jurisdictions)
  • Cross-Border Compliance Support for Multinational Portfolios
  • Advisory for Digital Real Estate Platforms and PropTech Firms
  • Preparation for Supervisory Reviews and Inspections
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Built for Real Estate, Not Just Regulated Entities

What sets Mukhtara Compliance apart is our sector focus:

  • We do not retrofit banking frameworks to your business.
  • We consider the cultural, legal, and operational realities of your market.
  • We help you implement compliance by design, not as an afterthought.

Your Trusted Global Partner in Real Estate Compliance

Whether you are an estate agency in Nairobi, a property developer in Dubai, a luxury brokerage in Spain, or a cross-border investment firm in Singapore — Mukhtara Compliance can support your compliance transformation with practical, scalable, and internationally aligned solutions.

Contact us today to learn how we can help your real estate business meet global AML/CFT expectations while protecting your brand, reputation, and future.

Contact Us
  • +971 50 473 6974
  • IFZA Techno Hub Block B Office 6, business Oark PO Box 0 Dubai, UAE
  • ab@mcompliance.ae

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