Most landlords in Dubai still ask for one to four post-dated cheques to cover a full year of rent. That is a huge sum to put on paper months before you have earned it. If your account runs short on the due date, that cheque bounces. It can bring fines, account freezes and even a travel ban. https://www.realkeyper.com/blogs/rent-now-pay-later-vs-bank-loan-salary-advance-dubai