Capstone Real Estate Selling Solutions, Not Promises.
As Founder and Group CEO Mr.Amer Al Ahbabi is responsible for the executive oversight of all Capstone Group operations. He has been active in the property industry and with Capstone Real Estate, Inc. since 2013. In addition to his CMA® designation, he is both a licensed Real Estate Consultant and a Property ManagerSpecialist.
We at Capstone Real Estate Company & Group believe in the vision of the UAE rulers and for that we expect to deliver the best service to be part of the success of this mission.

Our Teams
Mohamed Firthos
Administration
Mohamed is haus & haus’ company driver. He holds a professional driving license and has worked in the field of transportation and logistics, not just in the UAE; but also in other GCC countries for over a decade. He closely works with our administration and HR Manager and is invaluable to the team. His dedication and hard work are something that haus & haus are proud of.
Craig Fraser
Downtown Consultant
Craig is a sporty and energetic person who grew up in a coastal city in South Africa. During the last few years of high school he captained his provincial football team which was the first stepping stone in life towards understanding leadership, working hard within a team and striving for success. Living near the sea for most of his life has given Craig the opportunity to pursue his passion for it, enabling him to develop his career on board vessels.
Craig has settled in Dubai nicely and enjoys Real Estate as this gives him a great opportunity to meet people, and also make some good money in the process. His customer service really sets him apart.
Jack Smith
Arabian Ranches Sales Manager
Following a successful 10 year career in a FTSE 100 organization, Jack relocated to Dubai in 2017 and has since become one of the leading real estate agents in the Arabian Ranches community. As haus & haus’ Arabian Ranches Sales Manager, Jack has a deep understanding of the market and alongside his team, he is continuously striving to deliver an outstanding customer service. Jack is committed to understanding individual client requirements and his personable, enthusiastic approach enables him to build strong, long-lasting working relationships with his colleagues and clients alike.
Ben Brooks
Off Plan & Investment Consultant
Ben first visited Dubai in 1999 with the Royal Navy and was impressed with the potential it offered. After working in the family business for 2 years, he began his real estate career in 2005 for an independent company in his home town, Tenby - in West Wales. Ben is proud to be part of a team that was voted ‘The Best Independent Estate Agent in The UK’ in 2007 and won several monthly awards for his efforts. In 2009 he went on to sell luxury holiday homes in several locations around the UK. With the potential that Dubai offered, Ben left for Dubai early 2012 to work for one of the region’s largest firms and became a senior agent covering the Green Community and Victory Heights areas. In 2013, winning awards for ‘most revenue generated’, ‘The people’s choice’ and ‘The Directors choice’ at the end of year presentation. ‘I like to empathize with every client, putting myself in their shoes with every situation. Renting a property or buying and selling a property can be a very stressful experience for all parties involved; with my experience I would like to make it a smooth transaction for everybody'.
CJ Palumbo
Head of Commercial
CJ is originally from France, and moved to the UK back in 1995. BA qualified in Business & Marketing from Manchester Business School, CJ has worked with Top 500 Companies such as American Express (with a portfolio exceeding $170 Million) and has a very strong background in business, portfolio management and finance.
With over 10 years in Dubai, of which 8 of those in Commercial Real Estate, CJ has acquired strong experience and an impeccable market knowledge during her time as Head of Commercial Retail Leasing – Specialising in F&B including site acquisition, development, branding strategy and disposition of properties.
CJ is now ready to take her next challenge, making haus & haus the best commercial real estate in town with a simple business model ‘Want + Need = Must Have’.
Thomas Poulson
Leasing Director
Thomas joined haus & haus in 2016 after spending 5 years in the UK property industry, which saw him managing offices for one of the UK’s most reputable property companies. Since joining the team, Thomas has specialised in Leasing and his consistent performance has seen him rise through the ranks – being promoted to a Senior Broker, and since March 2020 the new Leasing Director.
Thomas’ stand out attribute is his excellent customer skills which saw him recognised with an award for receiving the most 5 star reviews from our clients in 2019, which consolidates one of the haus & haus core values ‘we obsess over our customers.’ He ensures the team live and breathe these values to uphold the companies elite reputation.
Simon Baker
Managing Director
Simon moved to the UAE over 14 years ago, in the summer of 2005. He worked for three of Dubai’s leading estate agencies in addition to a private developer in both sales and management positions before setting up haus & haus Real Estate. During his time in the UAE, Simon has gained a wealth of experience and in depth knowledge extending to all the major projects across Dubai. Having dealt with numerous project launches and forming business partnerships with Dubai’s major developers enables Simon to provide clients with a very broad range of UAE based investment opportunities. Simon prides himself on providing his clients with accurate information in order to help them make the most of their current property portfolios by giving frank assessments of the current market and the best options available at any given time.
James Perry
Managing Director
James enjoyed an eight year career as a professional cyclist, travelling throughout the World and living and racing in France at Elite level – as well as twice being UK National champion. After retiring, he embarked on a change of direction and worked in various sales positions before settling on property – believing the competitive nature of the market would suit him well. Working for one of Manchester’s leading independent letting and property management specialists he excelled at negotiation and rose quickly to a senior position. Whilst working full time, he also studied an RICS accredited degree over five years in Property Management and Investment – which gave him a deep understanding of the industry.
With the UK severely depressed due to the Global economic recession, he decided to move to Dubai in 2010 – positively buoyed by the pace of the market. Initially working for one of the larger brokers, he quickly gained respect by surpassing many targets within the company and rose to a senior position whilst enjoying a large amount of success.
At haus & haus, James is known for his passion for his staff, pro – active management style, sharp eye for detail and a ‘can – do’ work ethic.