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Joumana Saad

Joumana is an American multimedia journalist and media personality based out of Dubai. Her current role is as news presenter/ reporter for the Arabian Radio Network (ARN), with much of her work airing on Dubai Eye 103.8. Before moving to the UAE, she worked for Forbes and Al Jazeera in New York City. She has seven years of industry experience, with a strong background in business news, and is fluent in English, Arabic and Spanish. Joumana often hosts and moderates at corporate events.

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Get fit in 2020 – Comparing gym memberships in Dubai

Have you made a resolution to work out more this year? The new year can be a great ... Read More

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Water delivery in Dubai – Your options compared

We were all new to Dubai at some point, and regardless of where we came from one of ... Read More

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UAE’s top discount apps – The ultimate face-off

If you live in the UAE, there’s a good chance you have used a discount platform at some ... Read More

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Dubai’s newest residential areas worth checking out

A high level of supply of residential real estate units in Dubai has been added to the market ... Read More

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Your guide to free parking in Dubai

In many big cities around the world, parking is almost always a hot-button issue. Congestion in cities often ... Read More

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With UberX & Careem Go gone, how can you save on your commute?

Years ago, Dubai Taxi was the only real option for commuters who preferred to get around town quickly. ... Read More

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How to live ‘plastic-free’ in the UAE – On a budget!

The global movement to tackle plastic pollution appears to be gaining momentum after some of the world’s biggest ... Read More

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Amazon Prime in the UAE: Is it worth the money?

As online shoppers in the UAE slowly warm up to the idea of using Amazon.ae following the e-commerce ... Read More

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Package Forwarding is changing the Way We Shop

If you’ve ever been tempted to buy something online from outside of the UAE or GCC, the chances ... Read More

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Smarter ways to pay your bills in the UAE

Setting up utilities, internet, mobile and other home services in the UAE can often be tricky and tiresome; ... Read More

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UAE labour laws: All you need to know

A number of important rules announced by the UAE labour ministry have recently come into effect, impacting employees, ... Read More

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Dubai rents: What will you be paying in 2016?

Many tenants are breathing a sigh of relief after the Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) recently updated ... Read More

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What you need to know about equity release loans

Can your house offer you liquidity without being sold or rented out? Most people are not aware that their ... Read More

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Are rent-to-own schemes making a comeback?

According to Bayut.com, average rents in Dubai and Abu Dhabi showed modest declines during the third quarter of ... Read More

Your House

Tapping into international property: A UAE resident’s guide

Overseas real estate is becoming a popular choice among UAE-based investors. According to data from CBRE Group, UAE ... Read More

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Tips for transfering money internationally

There have never been more options than now to transfer your money. More traditional ways such as mailing ... Read More

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Rent disputes in Dubai: How to file a case

The law is very clear on the rights of landlords and tenants in Dubai and regulation in this ... Read More

Your Family

Loans get a lot more personal

Consumers usually turn to banks when in need of funds to finance their university education or to purchase ... Read More

Your Family

Your Emirates ID and all its potential functions

Introduced in 2009 by the Emirates Identity Authority, the Emirates ID is a mandatory card for all residents ... Read More

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Financial support funds for SMEs

One thing SMEs learn early on is the importance of funding in getting their business off the ground. ... Read More

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Mortgages: Looking beyond the interest rate

Banks in the UAE offer a wide range of mortgage options, which have become a lot more flexible ... Read More

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Calculating your debt burden ratio

When applying for a mortgage or a personal loan, one basic criteria point banks will check off the ... Read More

Your Family

The cost of attending university in the UAE

Although most parents are willing to pay more to send their kid to the best primary or secondary ... Read More

Your House

The rules of overpaying on your mortgage

How is overpaying on a mortgage different to other finance facilities? One of the most overlooked items by consumers ... Read More

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Over 60 and trying to get a loan?

So, you’re approaching or are already well over the age of 60. Yet work is still very much ... Read More

Your Money

Personal loans vs Loan on Credit Card

Have you ever thought about taking out a loan on your credit card but were unsure how this ... Read More

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Changing jobs? What happens to your bank account?

In your home country, switching employers may be as simple as submitting your notice and signing a new ... Read More

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Guide to buying property in Sharjah

Late last year, Sharjah’s government made the move to open up its property market to all expat residents, ... Read More

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Shopping, refunds & exchanges: A guide to UAE consumer rights

Whether you’re shopping in-store or online, the experience can differ in the UAE from what you may be ... Read More

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An SME guide to the Wages Protection System

The Wages Protection System (WPS) has been in place in the UAE since September 2009. As of 2010, ... Read More

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Will pensions come to the UAE? How are gratuities different?

The UAE government is understood to be mulling the introduction of a state pension scheme for expatriates, like ... Read More

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Working in Dubai and the UAE: What are my visa options?

If you are not an Emirati or GCC national, you will need to obtain a residency visa in ... Read More

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UAE property: The residency visa rules

Whether you own property in the UAE, or are just considering investing, it’s worth understanding the rules, regulations ... Read More

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Finding the right UAE free zone

With a large variety of the UAE’s free zones each offering something different, it’s important to calculate all ... Read More

Your Business

Should an SME take a secured loan or overdraft?

The UAE’s banks offer a wide variety of business loans and credit products. The key to the selection ... Read More

Your Family

BeIN Sports subscribers face Premier League problems

Football fans in the UAE last week faced yet another disappointment as they were unable to view English ... Read More

Your Car

Is a new or secondhand car better?

There are a few important questions to consider before you drive that new or used car off the ... Read More

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Direct debits: An end to post-dated checks

As more businesses and banks utilize direct debit, consumers will need to play catch-up in understanding the new ... Read More

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