Why Slashing Marketing Budgets Is a Fatal Mistake

"It's Too Far"... Or Is It? Challenging Property Location Myths

Why do so many buyers judge a property by its distance from familiar landmarks rather than what it truly offers? Tim Elliott speaks with Ajay Menon, CEO of Luxe Vista Properties, about changing perceptions of location, buyer behaviour, transport, lifestyle, and why value often lies beyond the obvious.

Taylor Said I Do. What Does It Cost in the UAE?

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding has captured headlines around the world, putting the spotlight back on lavish celebrations and what it really costs to say "I do."   Joining Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM is Kholod El Amrani, Founder of The HY Soiree Events, to discuss how weddings are changing, where couples are spending less, and whether celebrity weddings influence what people want for their own big day.

How a Fragile US-Iran Ceasefire Impacts Gulf Banks

Fitch Ratings has revised its Gulf banking sector outlook to deteriorating, warning that structural health relies on a sustained US-Iran ceasefire. Whilst capital buffers protect lenders, macroeconomic slowdowns will depress credit growth. Tim Elliott speaks to Redmond Ramsdale, Senior Director, Head of Middle East Bank Ratings and Islamic Banking.

British Degree for Less? New UAE Scholarships Could Change the Cost of University

Tim Elliott sits down with De Montfort University Dubai Provost, Simon Bradbury, to discuss groundbreaking financial relief initiatives. The interview analyses how newly launched tuition scholarships are making British higher education more accessible, reshaping regional student recruitment strategies, and reducing the financial burden for families navigating the Emirates' evolving academic landscape.

What's Driving GCC Demand for UK Property?

GCC investor interest in UK property has surged by 16%, driven by regional conflicts and a desire to mitigate risk. While London’s Westminster remains a prime target, buyers are heavily diversifying into Manchester and Birmingham. Hamish McAllister, Senior UK Property Consultant - Middle East at Select Property, joins Tim Elliott to discuss the massive shift towards completed, income-generating turnkey assets.