Dubizzle Group has announced a strategic partnership and investment in Tern, the UAE’s first rental rewards platform, to enhance tenants, landlords and property agents’ experiences.
As part of the partnership, Tern’s platform will be integrated exclusively into Bayut and dubizzle. This will allow tenants to pay rent using credit cards while earning loyalty points that can be redeemed across retail, travel and lifestyle categories, without additional fees.
The investment was made through Dubizzle Group Ventures, the Group’s venture capital arm that supports early-stage technology startups across the GCC. The partnership reflects Dubizzle Group’s broader strategy of expanding its digital property ecosystem beyond property search and discovery.
Tern to Transform Rental Payments in the UAE
Founded in 2024 by Said Al Sayyed and Mohamad Shaitou, Tern was launched as the UAE’s first dedicated rental rewards platform. It enables tenants to pay rent by credit card while earning loyalty points that can be redeemed for flights, electronics and other lifestyle rewards.
The platform also benefits landlords, property managers and agents by enabling faster, fully digital rent collection while offering tenants a more flexible payment experience.
Since launching in May 2025, Tern has processed more than AED 150 million in annualised rent payment volume, connecting tenants, landlords, banks and merchants through a digital rental ecosystem.
How the Partnership Benefits the UAE Rental Market
The collaboration between Dubizzle Group and Tern aims to improve the rental experience for different stakeholders across the property sector. Some of the key benefits include:
- Flexible rent payment options for tenants through credit card payments
- Loyalty rewards that provide additional value on rental transactions
- Faster and more convenient digital rent collection for landlords and property managers
- A smoother payment experience that can improve tenant satisfaction and retention
Enhancing the Rental Experience for Tenants and Property Stakeholders
The integration of Tern into Bayut and dubizzle aims to create a smoother and more rewarding rental journey for users. While tenants benefit from flexible payment options and loyalty rewards, landlords, property managers and agents can access digital rent collection solutions and offer tenants a more convenient payment experience.
The partnership aligns with the changing expectations of UAE residents, where digital solutions are increasingly shaping how people search for, rent and manage properties.
Commenting on the partnership, Haider Ali Khan, CEO of Dubizzle Group UAE, said:
“At Bayut and dubizzle, our focus has always been on solving real challenges across the property journey, which extends beyond just helping people find a home.”
He added that the partnership also creates new opportunities for landlords and agents by offering a more flexible payment experience for tenants.
Strengthening Dubizzle Group’s PropTech Ecosystem
The investment in Tern reflects Dubizzle Group’s broader vision of creating a connected property ecosystem where finding, renting and managing a home is seamless, flexible and rewarding. With 58 million monthly visits and 20 million monthly users across its platforms, Dubizzle Group continues to strengthen its position as a leading digital marketplace in the region.
Pertaining to emerging proptech companies, Dubizzle Group aims to introduce more technology-driven solutions that address evolving needs across the UAE’s property sector.
FAQs
Why did Dubizzle Group invest in Tern?
Dubizzle Group invested in Tern to create a more connected property ecosystem by making rent payments more flexible, digital and rewarding for tenants while improving the rental experience for landlords and agents.
What is Tern and what does it do?
Tern is the UAE’s first rental rewards platform. It allows tenants to pay rent by credit card and earn loyalty points at no additional cost, which can be redeemed for travel, retail and lifestyle rewards.
What does this investment mean for the UAE proptech ecosystem?
The investment reflects growing confidence in UAE proptech startups and supports the adoption of innovative technologies that improve the property journey.
The Dubizzle Group Tern investment reflects the company’s vision of building a more connected property ecosystem where finding, renting and managing a home is seamless, flexible and rewarding. With millions of users across its platforms, Dubizzle Group continues to strengthen its position as one of the region’s leading digital marketplaces.
As Tern is integrated into dubizzle, users searching for properties for rent in the UAE can look forward to a more convenient and rewarding rental experience.
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