Amal Merchant

Amal Merchant is a freelance writer based in Dubai and contributes to leading news-lines in the UAE

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Your House

Mortgage brokers – are they worth it?

Buying a home has been on nearly everyone’s wish-list. A decade ago, once we were ready to make ... Read More

Your Money

We are increasingly moving from brick and mortar banking to mobile and online banking. Unfortunately hackers and cyber ... Read More

Your Money

Travelling to an exotic destination? You've probably packed your clothes, shoes and sun-tan lotion. But have you planned the ... Read More

Your House

When visualizing our dream home, many of us think of a pad in an upscale district of a ... Read More

Your Family

It’s appraisal time. Most of us will be building the case for a reasonable pay raise. While we ... Read More

Guides

When your financial circumstances become challenging or you need to help to invest in your child's education is ... Read More

Guides

A number of banks in the UAE offer personal loans to expatriates with lower salaries. The minimum monthly ... Read More

Your Money

From being a status symbol, today art is viewed as a high-profile investment. Art Dubai, Dubai's primary international ... Read More

Car Insurance

Just got your UAE drivers license? The next natural step is to get your hands on that dream car. ... Read More

Your Family

From the early days of fishing and pearl diving, the UAE’s lifestyle has flourished around its pristine waters. And ... Read More