Monthly Archives: October 2018

UK Autumn Budget 2018 – the facts for expats

Posted on October 29, 2018 by FinancialUAE

This is just the second UK Autumn Budget and unusually it was on a Monday, the first time since 1962.  Budgets are normally on a Wednesday but that would fall on Halloween this year so too much of a gift … Continue reading →

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How to save money on your currency transfers

Posted on October 27, 2018 by FinancialUAE

Most expats have a need to move money between currencies and it makes sense to find a way to do this securely, easily and where you can save money. The online services offered by retail banks are rarely competitive and … Continue reading →

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Credit cards – friend or foe?

Posted on October 7, 2018 by FinancialUAE

Credit cards are a fact of modern life but are they friend or foe? Should you have one, or are they to be avoided? When used sensibly and responsibly they can be a useful tool with benefits but too often … Continue reading →

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