Tag Archives: British Expats

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

Posted on July 1, 2019 by

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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News: Beneficial changes for DIFC Wills

Posted on June 26, 2019 by

The DIFC Wills Service Centre (formerly called the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry) has confirmed changes to the rules (the Amendments) which will come into effect from 30th June 2019. This is good news for anyone with UAE assets. There … Continue reading →

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Travel & holidays – 20 money-related hints & tips

Posted on June 23, 2019 by

We’re approaching the hottest time of the year in the UAE, a time when many people think about going on holiday to avoid the heat for a while. The long school summer holiday starts shortly so many families and teachers … Continue reading →

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How to negotiate a rent reduction

Posted on April 17, 2019 by

Most people are aware that rents are falling across the UAE so many of us will be expecting a reduction in our rent at renewal. But what if your landlord hasn’t got the message and doesn’t want to give you … Continue reading →

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UK Spring Statement 2019 – points of relevance to expats

Posted on March 13, 2019 by

The UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond, has today delivered his Spring Statement. Less formal or broad in scope than the Budget, which moved to the Autumn last year, this is not about announcements on tax or spending, but … Continue reading →

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UK Stamp Duty to be even higher for non-residents?

Posted on February 10, 2019 by

Breaking news. It has been announced that the UK Government will shortly be issuing a new consultation document in which it will propose that the rate of Stamp Duty, the tax payable on purchase of a property, will increase further … Continue reading →

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The retirement time bomb & why it’s even worse for women

Posted on January 28, 2019 by

Retirement planning is rarely seen as an exciting topic but no one can deny that planning for your financial future is important. It becomes even more important when you find out that the vast majority of people are woefully underfunded … Continue reading →

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