Syndicate Lending Launches Fully Digital Mortgage Brokerage in Dubai After a Decade of Success in Canada

New Global Player Enters Dubai’s Booming Mortgage Market

Dubai’s record-breaking real estate market has attracted one of Canada’s most awarded mortgage brokerages. Syndicate Lending has officially launched a fully digital, fully licensed mortgage brokerage in Dubai — becoming the first cross-border mortgage advisory firm operating across both Canada and the UAE.

The expansion aligns with the company’s 10-year milestone: more than $2.5B funded and a decade of national recognition in Canada’s mortgage industry.

A Decade of Growth: From Vancouver to Dubai

Founded in 2015 by Canadian entrepreneur Inam Ahmed Ali Qureshi, Syndicate Lending began as a boutique Vancouver brokerage and quickly gained national prominence for its analytical, structured approach to mortgage underwriting.

Notable Achievements

• Top Independent Brokerage (2019, 2020, 2021)

• Top Mortgage Workplace – Gold (2019, 2024)

• CMP Top 75 Brokers in Canada (multiple years)

• National awards in innovation, leadership, and performance

• Federal recognition for supporting first-time homebuyers

With over $2.5bn funded, SLC has established a reputation for disciplined underwriting and transparent advisory.

“Over 10 years, we built a model that works — and now we’re bringing that model to Dubai.”— Inam Ahmed Ali Qureshi, Founder & CEO

Early UAE Presence: A Strategic Foundation Since 2021

Syndicate Lending’s entry into Dubai is not new — only its public launch is.

Since 2021, the firm operated in the UAE through its corporate finance division in partnership with a DIFC-based entity, gaining early insight into local regulations, client profiles, and market trends.

Qureshi notes:

“Dubai’s mortgage market is entering a phase of exponential growth.”

Why Dubai? Why Now?

Dubai’s real estate market has been in a historic upswing, with soaring transaction volumes, rapid population growth, and a strong influx of foreign capital. Despite these milestones, the mortgage advisory landscape remains highly fragmented, with many clients still navigating traditional processes that lack transparency and consistency.

This created a prime opportunity for a digital-first, analytics-driven mortgage advisory firm like Syndicate Lending. The market’s evolution, combined with its global investor base, aligns directly with the company’s core strengths and long-term strategic direction.

A Fully Digital, End-to-End Mortgage Journey

Syndicate Lending’s Dubai expansion is rooted in digital-first infrastructure, delivering a seamless mortgage experience.

Clients Can Now

• submit complete mortgage applications online

• securely upload documents

• compare rates across lenders

• access strategic advisory

• complete the entire process remotely

This model replicates North American market transformation, now arriving in Dubai at the perfect time.

“Make the mortgage process faster, smarter, more transparent — and truly global.”

The First Cross-Border Mortgage Brokerage of Its Kind

Syndicate Lending is uniquely authorized in both Canada and Dubai.

Licensed By

• BCFSA (British Columbia Financial Services Authority) — Canada

• DET (Department of Economy & Tourism) — Dubai

• DLD / RERA (Dubai Land Department / Real Estate Regulatory Agency) — UAE

Who They Serve

• Canadian buyers investing in Dubai

• UAE and GCC buyers investing in Vancouver

• Global investors active in both markets

“Investors want one advisor who understands their portfolio across continents.”

A Market Ready for Innovation

Dubai’s mortgage sector has rapidly matured, driven by an increasing number of non-resident buyers, a growing appetite for investment properties, and stronger regulatory transparency. Lending products have diversified, financing structures have become more sophisticated, and investor needs have become more nuanced.

This evolution reflects the type of market Syndicate Lending was built for — one where scale, complexity, and high investor expectations meet the need for clear, structured financial planning.

What’s Next for Syndicate Lending in the UAE

Syndicate Lending’s entry into the Dubai market is only the beginning. The company plans to expand its digital platform to support developer financing, enhance cross-border private lending options, and build a regional advisory team capable of supporting clients across the GCC. It also aims to integrate AI-driven credit assessment tools within the next 18 months to further streamline the mortgage process.

“We’re not here to be another brokerage,” Qureshi notes. “We’re here to define what modern mortgage advisory looks like — in Dubai, in Canada, and beyond.”

A Decade of Success, A Global Future Ahead

With ten years of proven results, more than $2.5 billion in mortgage volume, and a reputation for excellence across Canada, Syndicate Lending enters the UAE with the experience and digital infrastructure needed to shape the future of mortgage advisory. Its dual-market presence and fully digital platform offer something the Dubai market has yet to see — a cross-border, technology-driven approach to financing that meets the needs of today’s global investors.

As Dubai continues its upward trajectory, Syndicate Lending’s arrival signals a new era of innovation and accessibility in the mortgage landscape.