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6 Important Lessons to Succeed in the UAE

6 Important Lessons to Succeed in the UAE

When you decide to move to the United Arab Emirates, like everyone else, you think, "I will spend at most 2-3 years as I need a change of environment, a multicultural and advanced society, and of cour... ...more

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June 27, 20243 min read

What’s Your Wealthy LYF Number?

What’s Your Wealthy LYF Number?

Have you ever calculated Your Wealthy LYF number aka your financial freedom number? Your Wealthy LYF number is the value of your investment portfolio so you can live on passive income. This number w... ...more

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June 27, 20241 min read

4 Money Behaviours to Work on in 2023

4 Money Behaviours to Work on in 2023

We’re 5 days into 2023 - how much have you changed in the past 5 days? Let’s be real. You’re not going to change your behaviour overnight. But once you decide you’re ready to make a change, you can ... ...more

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June 27, 20243 min read

🎶If I Had a Million Dollars 💰

🎶If I Had a Million Dollars 💰

Please tell me you remember that song..?! Have you ever dreamed of having a million dollars in your bank account? Maybe you've watched the show "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" and thought, “I want ... ...more

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June 27, 20243 min read

💰Financial Fridays - My divorce story

💰Financial Fridays - My divorce story

I don't talk about my divorce much because it's well in the past and there's no need. But I feel compelled to share a few details of my own divorce story with you all. I got married in September 2015... ...more

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June 27, 20242 min read

Moving to UAE? Avoid these 7 Money Mistakes

Moving to UAE? Avoid these 7 Money Mistakes

7 mistakes to avoid when you move to the UAE if you want to leave here richer than you came ...more

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June 27, 20243 min read

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