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Episode Synopsis
It's great to be back! It's been a few months since I've had the opportunity to sit down at my desk, put on headphones, and interview some of the most brilliant minds in the expat space. I'm happy to announce that today, I had an amazing conversation with Mr. Warren Black from WealthSafe.
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WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:
Living in Abu Dhabi, UAE: Mikkel Thorup and his family lived in the UAE for over 8 years, enjoying zero income tax and no other taxes initially.
Implementation of VAT: Two years ago, the UAE implemented a 5% VAT on all purchases, generating significant revenue.
Upcoming Taxes: The government plans to introduce several new taxes within the next 18 months:
100% tax on tobacco
50% tax on soft drinks
Corporate tax
Property tax
Income tax
Impact on Residents: These new taxes may deter people from living in the UAE, as many moved there for tax-free income. The population is predicted to decrease.
Economic Consequences: Companies may need to double wages to retain employees, leading to higher costs of goods and making the UAE less attractive to live and work in.
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CONCLUSION
I had a ton of fun with this interview with Warren Black from Wealth Safe. He is a die-hard libertarian, like me, so we had a lot to chat about. I know you'll love this interview as much as I do. Make sure to sign up for my newsletter, I know you'll get a ton of value from it.
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WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:
Living in Abu Dhabi, UAE: Mikkel Thorup and his family lived in the UAE for over 8 years, enjoying zero income tax and no other taxes initially.
Implementation of VAT: Two years ago, the UAE implemented a 5% VAT on all purchases, generating significant revenue.
Upcoming Taxes: The government plans to introduce several new taxes within the next 18 months:
100% tax on tobacco
50% tax on soft drinks
Corporate tax
Property tax
Income tax
Impact on Residents: These new taxes may deter people from living in the UAE, as many moved there for tax-free income. The population is predicted to decrease.
Economic Consequences: Companies may need to double wages to retain employees, leading to higher costs of goods and making the UAE less attractive to live and work in.
SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER
If you’d been receiving the EMS Pulse newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times, you would have already read the basics of today's story! Sign up now, and you’ll also receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”
CONCLUSION
I had a ton of fun with this interview with Warren Black from Wealth Safe. He is a die-hard libertarian, like me, so we had a lot to chat about. I know you'll love this interview as much as I do. Make sure to sign up for my newsletter, I know you'll get a ton of value from it.
Mentioned in this episode:The Colombia Investment TourThis year, I’m taking a private group to Medellín—Colombia’s most exciting city for offshore opportunity. We’ll dive deep into banking, real estate, and asset protection with Colombia’s top experts. We’ll tour high-growth developments, visit a private reforestation project, and get boots-on-the-ground access to one of Latin America’s fastest-rising economies. This is serious intel—and serious opportunity. Want in? Go to ExpatMoney.com/Colombia. Colombia Tour Nov 30 - Dec 6, 2025Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch ItFiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold
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