Yes it is the best place, great for networking and great to get a feel of the market as everybody who's anybody in real estate in Dubai, and even internationally will be there.
You have to be careful and shrewd with the deals that are advertised, and the marketing/sales. There are more price hikes in cityscape than otherwise simply due to the influx of investors.
Considering that you are doing research and testing the waters, I couldn't suggest a better opportunity to get to know people and have people know you.
But like I said in terms of investing start contacting Developers now as well as agents to get a feel of what offers are out there, as the pre-cityscape offers are what you would look at investment-wise.
This forum is a good place to start as you find a mix of agents, investors, general public, lawyers and sleazy sales people
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Goodluck with your venture, if you need any further information I'd be happy to help. Keep your eyes open, and take everything with a pinch of salt.
Regards,
Mustafa Ali
050 3520818
mustafa 'at' mmreale 'dot' com