The Adam Fayed Show for Expat Wealth

Adam Fayed

This is an extension to my journey of being an expat, money expert and entrepreneur myself. In this newly launched podcast, we talk about what it is like living abroad, how to effectively and efficiently build wealth as an expat, how to make investments as an expat, mistakes to avoid to become financially healthy as an expat, how to become your own boss, and any other stories worth sharing. This podcast is hosted by Adam Fayed, a financial consultant specialised for expats. Adam is an author of a widely sold book on Amazon and an internationally recognised content creator on financial matters across multiple platforms including Forbes, with over 800million answer views on Quora, and beyond. For more contents, visit his website adamfayed.com The contents of this podcast should not be considered financial advice nor a solicitation to invest. Any products discussed are only for certified investors.

  1. Dubai tax myths exposed!

    12/12/2025

    Dubai tax myths exposed!

    Mr Abdelhamid Attalla is both a US CPA and Egyptian Chartered Accountant, and a licensed Tax Agent with the UAE Federal TAx Authority. He has had worked as a tax adviser across the world, in the US, the UK, the Middle East and Africa. In this podcast, he shares his experiences and insights about tax management.  00:00 Highlights 00:30 Intro 1:00 Abbelhamid’s expat journey: from an expat child to a tax professional 04:29 in Libya in the 70s  07:14 From the Middle East to the US 08:55 Moving to Dubai, UAE and using it as a business hub  17:35 Corporate tax in the UAE and why you can pay less than 9% 23:37 Tax and financial planning is key  27:15 Tax tips for entrepreneurs - Receiving dividends tax-free in the UAE 33:55 Inheritance tax in the UAE as an expat  36:17 Biggest accounting, tax and financial mistakes to avoid  42:04 Closing Visit the CRAGUS Group: https://www.cragus.com Email Mr Abdelhamid Attalla: aattalla@cragus.com ———-------------------- Adam, the host of The Adam Fayed Show for Expat Wealth, is an internationally recognised author on financial matters with over 830million answer views on Quora, a widely sold book on Amazon, and a contributor on Forbes.  🎁 More contents on  My website: https://adamfayed.com  Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Adam-Fayed/answers  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-fayed-tokyo  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadamfayed  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamfayed2020/  The information in this video is for general guidance only. It does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. Some facts may have changed since the time of recording.  #dubaitax #uaetax The contents of this podcast should not be considered financial, legal, or tax advice, and is not a recommendation or solicitation to invest. Any products discussed are only for certified investors.

    43 min
  2. Mark Morris on CRS/CARF loopholes

    10/21/2025

    Mark Morris on CRS/CARF loopholes

    Mark Morris has consulted for the OECD, EU, German Parliament, and German Green Party. He specializes in setting up structures that are more sophisticated than the typical trust and foundation. 00:00 Intro  00:22 Mark’s background  03:00 What is FATCA (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act ), CRS (Common Reporting Standard) and CARF (Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework)?  08:26 CRS tax loopholes  17:04 CARF - loopholes and reporting obligations  19:55 What are SPV custodial institutions?  25:50 Cook Islands trust alternatives  31:21 Norway - Svalbard trusts  38:25 Why Dubai companies don’t work for “hiding assets”  39:57 Any changes to UK non-resident trusts or Svalbard trusts?  44:48 Three ways to choose from  48:10 CARF crypto loopholes  50:04 Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) confidentiality and banks  52:06 What changes do you expect in the coming years? Real estates?  55:37 Closing --------------------------------------------  Adam, the host of The Adam Fayed Show for Expat Wealth, is an internationally recognised author on financial matters with over 830million answer views on Quora, a widely sold book on Amazon, and a contributor on Forbes.  🎁 More contents on  My website: https://adamfayed.com  Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Adam-Fayed/answers  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-fayed-tokyo  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadamfayed  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamfayed2020/  The contents of this podcast should not be considered financial, legal, or tax advice, and is not a recommendation or solicitation to invest. Any products discussed are only for certified investors.

    57 min
  3. Offshore and Plan B with the Contrarian Capitalist

    10/07/2025

    Offshore and Plan B with the Contrarian Capitalist

    Robert is from the UK and recently moved to Mexico. He set up the Contrarian Capitalist, which aims to help you protect your wealth and defend your freedom through plan B strategies.  00:00 Highlights  00:38 Intro  01:18 Robert’s journey and moving to Mexico  03:58 Plan B? Defend your freedom with Plan B  12:03 Living in Mexico  13:37 How about Paraguay or Panama?  19:05 Mexico City vs London  21:50 UK expat taxes and the future  25:49 Over-regulations in the West  35:27 Go where your capital is treated best  37:41 A few questions about Mexico and the UK  38:46 Closing Visit Contrarian Capitalist: https://contrariancapitalist.substack.com --------------------------------------------  Adam, the host of The Adam Fayed Show for Expat Wealth, is an internationally recognised author on financial matters with over 830million answer views on Quora, a widely sold book on Amazon, and a contributor on Forbes.  🎁 More contents on  My website: https://adamfayed.com  Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Adam-Fayed/answers  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-fayed-tokyo  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadamfayed  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamfayed2020/  🔴Watch this episode on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/iBfbky7WZJ0 The contents of this podcast should not be considered financial, legal, or tax advice, and is not a recommendation or solicitation to invest. Any products discussed are only for certified investors.

    40 min
  4. Canadian expat financial advisor speaks out about your finances and tax!

    09/22/2025

    Canadian expat financial advisor speaks out about your finances and tax!

    Over the last 30 years, Warren has helped his clients, mainly Canadian and American expats, to make the best possible financial decisions by focusing on creating an International Tax and Investment Plan. Since 2009, he has been mainly based in Panama. 00:00 Intro, Warren’s journey  03:18 Panama’s development 08:04 Why Panama? Taxes in Panama and Canada if you expatriate  11:00 Steps to take before leaving Canada 17:22 Offshore investing for Canadian expats  21:55 Panama foundation and estate planning 28:03 Moving back to Canada financial implications 30:02 Offshore plan B? 32:47 Banking in Panama 35:57 Buying real estate and getting residency in Panama 38:31 Why Warren joined me 41:19 Closing Follow Warren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/warren-ferguson-4749b242/ ———--------------------  Adam, the host of The Adam Fayed Show for Expat Wealth, is an internationally recognised author on financial matters with over 830million answer views on Quora, a widely sold book on Amazon, and a contributor on Forbes.  🎁 More contents on   My website: https://adamfayed.com  Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Adam-Fayed/answers  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-fayed-tokyo  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadamfayed  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamfayed2020/  🔴Watch this episode on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/CNHnUIOSItQ?si=NflC1J019iaCaUqz The contents of this podcast should not be considered financial, legal, or tax advice, and is not a recommendation or solicitation to invest. Any products discussed are only for certified investors.

    42 min
  5. 🇸🇬 Setting up a trust in Singapore

    08/29/2025

    🇸🇬 Setting up a trust in Singapore

    Kenneth is a wealth planner at Keystone Legacy Advisory in Singapore. He is specialised in estate planning and wealth distribution.  00:00 Highlights  00:47 Intro  01:05 Kenneth’s journey and what he does  04:40 Changes in Singapore  08:33 Trusts and wealth preservation  12:08 Trusts vs Pre-nups  14:38 Trusts and estate planning  16:14 The biggest fears people have about trusts?  21:20 Trust deed and letter of wishes  23:00 Trusts vs Wills vs Insurance  30:18 Can crypto be held in trusts in Singapore?  30:38 How much money should you have before considering a trust in Singapore? And How much does it cost to set up a trust in Singapore?  33:52 Why people set up trusts?  35:15 The biggest mistakes people make when it comes to trusts  38:51 Closing Visit Keystone Legacy Advisory:  https://www.keystonelegacy.sg  Follow Kenneth:  https://sg.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-walter-de-souza-cfp-b1741593  --------------------------------------------  Adam, the host of The Adam Fayed Show for Expat Wealth, is an internationally recognised author on financial matters with over 830million answer views on Quora, a widely sold book on Amazon, and a contributor on Forbes.  🎁 More contents on  My website: https://adamfayed.com  Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Adam-Fayed/answers  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-fayed-tokyo  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadamfayed  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamfayed2020/  🔴Watch this episode on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/n-ZYN6Yix-Q?si=RM1hwDY5daU6FDso The contents of this podcast should not be considered financial, legal, or tax advice, and is not a recommendation or solicitation to invest. Any products discussed are only for certified investors.

    39 min

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This is an extension to my journey of being an expat, money expert and entrepreneur myself. In this newly launched podcast, we talk about what it is like living abroad, how to effectively and efficiently build wealth as an expat, how to make investments as an expat, mistakes to avoid to become financially healthy as an expat, how to become your own boss, and any other stories worth sharing. This podcast is hosted by Adam Fayed, a financial consultant specialised for expats. Adam is an author of a widely sold book on Amazon and an internationally recognised content creator on financial matters across multiple platforms including Forbes, with over 800million answer views on Quora, and beyond. For more contents, visit his website adamfayed.com The contents of this podcast should not be considered financial advice nor a solicitation to invest. Any products discussed are only for certified investors.