Category Archives: Radio broadcasts

UAE Insolvency law – overview & information

In November 2019, the UAE Government announced a new law for personal insolvency, to assist people with debt problems, and this has now come into effect. This is a real game changer as it will give people in difficulties an … Continue reading

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2019: how it is going for you? UAE survey results

A few weeks ago I asked people to complete a survey to see how 2019 is going for them, from a largely financial and work perspective.  Everyone was asked a series of questions about stability of work, the property market, … Continue reading

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2019 – how is it going for you? A survey

We’re nearly half way through the year, (and isn’t it going fast?) so I’d like to take a look at how UAE residents are finding it so far from a personal financial perspective. I would therefore be grateful if you … Continue reading

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The 12 Days of Christmas – the cost of recreating it in the UAE

It’s the time of year for seasonal cheer and goodwill to all men so for a little fun I’ve put together something a little different. It can be tough to decide what to buy for your significant other, particularly when … Continue reading

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Can you afford to have a serious illness? The facts for the UAE.

The sad and somewhat worrying fact is that anyone can suffer from a serious illness at any time. It doesn’t matter how healthy you feel, and serious illness does not discriminate by gender, age, nationality or income. Have you considered … Continue reading

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12 lessons about money before the age of 12

Money is a fact of life, we all need it, and we all need to know how to manage it smartly so the earlier we start learning this the better. The importance of managing money or saving is not taught … Continue reading

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Recent radio podcasts

Here are the links to the podcasts of the last two guest slots on the Nightline show on Dubai Eye 103.8FM On 24th April we talked about questions and answers in my On Your Side column in The National newspaper … Continue reading

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Radio Podcast – March 2011. Money & Gender

Here is the podcast of the radio show broadcast on 29th March 2011. Our topic was Money and Gender and we discussed whether the sexes have different attitudes towards money, if they handle it different and view risk and investing … Continue reading

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Radio podcast – February 2011

On 7th February I  appeared in my usual guest slot on the Nightline show on Dubai Eye 103.8FM. This month we talked about the most popular topics in the letters and emails I receive from readers of my newspaper column, as well … Continue reading

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New Year – new financial plans?

Many people make New Year resolution, but how many of those are about your finances? It makes sense to get your finances in order and deal with the priorities so you can get on with enjoying your life. On 3rd … Continue reading

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