GG Benitez International

GG Benitez International GG Benitez’s passion for writing and communications is just one element of her successful business endeavors.

Dubai | California | Spain Real Estate | CIPS® | Realtor® DRE #01487964 | RERA Certified | 🎙 Dubai Connect Podcast™ youtube.com/ | Guiding US, Canadian, UK, European, & Global Investors into Dubai Real Estate, Spain (Marbella) & CA A graduate of UCSD with a degree in Economics and a minor in Literature, her well rounded education set the tone for a career balancing both busi

ness savvy with strong analytical and people skills. Upon graduation, GG began a long and successful career in outside sales in beauty, pharmaceuticals, fashion, and children’s products. She was quickly recognized for her unique ability to form sincere, solid relationships coupled with distinctive selling skills, earning such accolades as Rookie of the Year, Sales Rep of the Quarter and various Leadership Awards. With a solid track record that she acquired during her years in the corporate world, GG’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to launch her own brand. Within only weeks of opening her business, she had landed her company on every single local news station, popular radio station, and in many national print media outlets. GG’s inherent skill, perseverance, and ability to effectively convey the compelling story behind each creative idea and product have led to the creation of GG Benitez & Associates Public Relations. With over 13 years in successful sales, marketing and public relations programs under her belt, today GG brings her offering to organizations looking to build buzz, drive sales, increase visibility, reach celebrities, and generate press. Recent coverage acquired by GG Benitez for her clients include InStyle Magazine, People Magazine, Forbes.com, The Early Show, The Today Show, The Ellen Degeneres Show, Oprah.com and more For secured press placements, please click HERE

GG lives in San Diego with her husband Daniel and 3 children: Alexis, 17; Daniella, 6; and Gabriel, 4.

06/19/2026

I sat down with Sabah Toma, entrepreneur, author of Her Name Is America, and longtime San Diego business leader, to talk about San Diego real estate.

But if you know me, you know I couldn’t resist asking him about Dubai.

After discussing some of the challenges investors face in California, including high property taxes, rising costs, homelessness, and affordability, I asked him a simple question:

“Dubai has no property taxes, no income tax, strong rental returns, and strong appreciation. Am I finally going to get you to invest in Dubai?”

His answer caught me off guard.

“As an Arab, Dubai was the first place that made me feel proud to be Arab.”

That’s just a small teaser from a much bigger conversation about real estate, business, immigration, opportunity, and what makes people choose one city over another.

Full episode coming soon on the California Connect Podcast on my GG Benitez California Real Estate YouTube channel.

Follow both channels:
📍 GG Benitez California Real Estate
📍 GG Benitez International | The Dubai Connect™ Podcast

Which would you choose today: San Diego or Dubai?

GG Benitez
CEO, GG Benitez International
Director of International Markets, Realty Executives Dillon
Associate Director, U.S. & Global Markets, Prime Capital Realty
California REALTOR® | Dubai RERA Certified | CIPS®

While the headlines were focused on conflict, transactions were still happening in Dubai.Three weeks ago, I helped an Am...
06/19/2026

While the headlines were focused on conflict, transactions were still happening in Dubai.

Three weeks ago, I helped an American real estate investor purchase his first Dubai property in Dubai Hills Estate by EMAAR.

Since then, we’ve already secured a long-term tenant, and we’re now exploring financing options that may allow him to acquire a second property focused on capital appreciation.

His strategy:

Rental income first.

Growth second.

Long-term wealth creation always.

The investors who succeed internationally don’t react to headlines. They focus on fundamentals.

If you’re curious how Americans are buying, financing, and investing in Dubai real estate, send me the word DUBAI.

Ghada “GG” Benitez

Associate Director, U.S. & Global Markets, Prime Capital Realty

California REALTOR® | RERA-Certified Dubai Broker | CIPS®

Host of The Dubai Connect® Podcast

06/18/2026

The headlines change. The fundamentals don’t.

Another launch event.
Dubai continues to attract talent, businesses, investors, and entrepreneurs from around the world.

Population growth. Infrastructure investment. Global connectivity. Business-friendly policies. Some of the safest communities anywhere.

That’s why launches from top developers like EMAAR continue to draw massive interest.

The investors who understand Dubai focus on long-term fundamentals, not short-term headlines.

If you’re considering investing in Dubai and want help identifying opportunities before they become widely known, send me a DM with the word DUBAI.

Ghada “GG” Benitez
Associate Director, U.S. & Global Markets | Prime Capital Realty
RERA Certified
CIPS®
Host, The Dubai Connect™ Podcast
CEO, GG Benitez International

06/16/2026

Everybody wants to move to San Diego.

The beaches. The weather. The coastal lifestyle. The top-rated schools. The ocean views. The incredible neighborhoods.

But here’s what many people discover after they arrive:

Not all San Diego real estate is the same.

The right neighborhood for a family focused on schools may be completely different from the right neighborhood for someone looking for walkability, luxury waterfront living, investment potential, or long-term appreciation.

From La Jolla and Del Mar to Carmel Valley, Coronado, Rancho Santa Fe, Encinitas, Carlsbad, and beyond, every community has its own market, lifestyle, and opportunities.

That’s why working with a local expert matters.

As a California REALTOR® and Director of Global Markets, I help buyers and sellers navigate San Diego strategically. Through my team of neighborhood specialists, we connect you with professionals who truly know the area you’re considering, whether you’re relocating, investing, buying your first home, or selling a luxury property.

Because in San Diego, where you buy can be just as important as what you buy.

Thinking about moving to San Diego?

Comment SAN DIEGO or send me a DM and I’ll help point you in the right direction.

GG Benitez
Director of Global Markets
Realty Executives Dillon
California REALTOR® | DRE # 01487964
CEO, GG Benitez International

06/15/2026

DUBAI REAL ESTATE: biggest mistake I see investors make?

Falling in love with the brochure.

A project can look incredible online and still be the wrong investment.

The questions I ask before recommending any property:

• Is the location positioned for long-term growth?
• Does the developer have a proven track record?
• Is the price per square foot justified?
• Is this better for long-term rentals or short-term rentals?
• Is there future infrastructure supporting the area?
• What is the investor’s exit strategy?

Not all Dubai real estate performs the same.

The right investment is rarely the one with the flashiest renderings. It’s the one that aligns with your financial goals and investment timeline.

That’s why working with an experienced Dubai real estate professional matters.

DM me “DUBAI” if you’d like to discuss your investment goals.

GG Benitez, CIPS®
Associate Director, U.S. & Global Markets | Prime Capital Realty Dubai
California REALTOR® | Realty Executives Dillon
DRE #01487964
RERA Certified Dubai Real Estate Professional
Host, The Dubai Connect™ Podcast
CEO, GG Benitez International

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06/13/2026

Everyone was worried about the Iran conflict. But that wasn’t the biggest risk in Dubai real estate.

The biggest mistake investors make is assuming all Dubai property behaves the same.

It doesn’t.

A waterfront villa community is not the same as a suburban townhouse.
A Grade A office is not the same as an off-plan apartment.
A top-tier developer is not the same as an unknown developer.

During periods of uncertainty, the strongest assets often separate themselves from the rest of the market.

The real risk isn’t the headline.

The real risk is buying the wrong asset, in the wrong location, with the wrong developer.

That’s why I spend so much time on The Dubai Connect™ Podcast breaking down Dubai’s micro-markets, because not all real estate in Dubai performs the same.

If you’re considering investing in Dubai, let’s discuss your goals and build a strategy around risk, cash flow, and long-term appreciation.

Watch the full episode on my YouTube channel: GG Benitez International.

📩 DM “DUBAI” for guidance.

GG Benitez
Associate Director, U.S. & Global Markets
Prime Capital Realty

California REALTOR® | DRE # 01487964
RERA Certified
Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS®)
Host, The Dubai Connect™ Podcast
CEO, GG Benitez International

06/11/2026

Most investors focus on the headlines.

The smarter investors watch what people actually do with their money.

After the ceasefire announcement, Dubai’s real estate market didn’t freeze.

It accelerated.

In our latest episode of The Dubai Connect™ Podcast, we discuss what happened immediately after the regional tensions eased:

• Dubai recorded more than AED 62 billion in property transactions in April
• Property viewings surged
• Buyer inquiries increased
• Conversions accelerated as investors who had been waiting on the sidelines moved quickly

This is something I’ve seen repeatedly over the years.

Markets often create short windows of opportunity when uncertainty begins to fade but confidence hasn’t fully returned.

By the time everyone feels comfortable again, the opportunity is usually gone.

The question isn’t whether headlines create fear.

The question is whether you’re looking at headlines or at investor behavior.

What are you seeing in today’s market?

Comment DUBAI and I’ll send you the full episode.

Ghada “GG” Benitez
Associate Director, U.S. & Global Markets | Prime Capital Realty
California REALTOR® | DRE # 01487964
RERA Certified | Dubai, UAE
Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS®)
Host, The Dubai Connect™ Podcast
CEO, GG Benitez International

06/10/2026

Dubai real estate did NOT drop 20%.

That headline was about the DFM Real Estate Index, which tracks publicly listed real estate stocks.

It does not mean villas, townhouses, waterfront properties, or Grade A commercial offices suddenly lost 20% of their value.

That distinction matters.

Stock markets react instantly to fear.

Physical real estate moves differently.

And in Dubai, different asset classes behave very differently.

A villa community is not the same as a high-density apartment district.

A waterfront asset is not the same as a generic investment unit.

A Grade A office is not the same as residential property.

This is exactly why investors need to understand the difference between headlines, sentiment, and actual market fundamentals.

The new episode of The Dubai Connect™ Podcast is now live on my GG Benitez International YouTube channel.

Comment DUBAI and I’ll send you the episode.

Ghada “GG” Benitez
Associate Director, U.S. & Global Markets
Prime Capital Realty
RERA Certified Real Estate Professional
Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS®)
Host of The Dubai Connect™ Podcast
CEO, GG Benitez International

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