6 days agoThe Clock is Ticking: Are Your 2023 Financial Goals on Track?As the year gradually draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the conversations I’ve had with many of you. The pace of our lives in the Middle East, especially in places like Dubai, often leaves little room for pause. …2 min read2 min read
6 days ago2023 Expats — The Year is Nearly Shut.As 2023 draws to a close, economies and markets continue to offer a story of resilience, opportunity, and complexity. As a renowned 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 financial adviser and money coach in Dubai, specializing in assisting expats across the Middle East, I want to offer a comprehensive analysis of this year’s market trends. …Dubai2 min readDubai2 min read
Nov 17“Financial Aspects of Parenting”As parents, we’re often reminded to cherish each moment with our children. A startling statistic highlights this: 75% of the time we spend with our children is over by the time they turn 12, and by 18, it’s 90%. …Culture2 min readCulture2 min read
Nov 17The Expat Investor’s Guide Beyond the S&P 500Introduction Hello from Dubai! I’m Mike Coady, an experienced financial adviser and money coach. In my extensive interactions with expat clients, a recurrent theme is the allure of investing in an S&P 500 ETF. …Business4 min readBusiness4 min read
Nov 17EXPATS: Why Bother with a Financial Adviser?Introduction: Who needs a financial adviser, right? After all, managing complex financial matters such as wills, insurance, investments, and budgeting is just a walk in the park. Especially for expats, what could possibly go wrong? …Business4 min readBusiness4 min read
Nov 14UK Housing Market Opportunities: ExpatsAs British expats, it’s important to understand the upcoming demographic shift in the UK housing market. With over-50s holding an astounding 78% of all the UK’s privately held housing wealth and the over-65s owning properties worth £2.6 …Real Estate2 min readReal Estate2 min read
Nov 14Where’s the Magic in Money: ExpatsIn the world of financial planning, especially for the expat community, there’s. a perfect phrase. “The magic you are looking for is in the word you are avoiding” As a highly experienced international money coach and financial adviser, I’ve witnessed firsthand how confronting our financial hesitations can unlock transformative growth…2 min read2 min read
Nov 1Why Money Coaching is a Game ChangerI’ve been in Dubai for over 20 years, and what a journey it’s been! As a Brit who’s seen it all, from the boom times to the lean ones and back again, I’ve been right here, helping fellow expats navigate the financial roller coaster. It’s All About the Chat, Not…Business2 min readBusiness2 min read
Oct 14The Hidden Costs of CurrencyOn my recent flight to Manchester I saw the airport trolley sign priced at 1 pound or 2 euros. With the current exchange rate hovering around 1 GBP to 1.15 euros, it got me thinking — how often do we expats overlook the little things related to currency? The Underestimated…Hidden Cost2 min readHidden Cost2 min read
Oct 4Expats: Wealth and Responsibility — A Parallel to Health and FitnessAs I get ready for an early morning gym session in Dubai, the day is well set for 2 of my biggest passions: my health and my role as a successful financial coach. As someone extremely committed to both, I see very similar parallels. Training Regimes and Financial Plans: Mapping…Gym2 min readGym2 min read