Saturday, 28 March 2015

Dubai Property for Sale Overview

INVEST IN DUBAI 


Dubai is one of the most important business and tourism hubs in the world. invest in dubai Over the last few years, it has become an influential centre for business and now 80% of the world’s ten largest companies have offices in the city,invest in dubai with nearly 400 out of the Fortune 500 companies represented here.
Property in Dubai is one of the strongest real estate markets, having seen growth of over 25% in 2013. This growth has continued into 2014 and makes Dubai properties a very attractive investment. invest in dubai real estate sector has matured rapidly and is driven by demand and quality. Dubai’s excellent tax set-up has made it a very popular destination for investors interested in Dubai property for sale, resulting in one of the best rental markets across the globe.invest in dubai

Where to invest your pot of money in Dubai

INVEST IN DUBAI

This may seem like a first-world problem to have, but both the real estate market and the stock market in Dubai have been outperforming global benchmarks handsomely.gold market


invest in dubaiIn effect, for those with a reasonable sum of money to invest – anything between Dh50,000 and a few million Ds – gold market the choice could become a little overwhelming if not downright confusing.

Of course, the choice may veer towards investing in stocks the closer one is to the beginning of that range (Dh50,000) as there won’t be gold market  much that you can buy in Dubai with that much down payment. However, as you move up the investment ladder – more cash in your pocket – invest dubai the choice becomes more difficult.

Now, there is no dearth of property gold market  consultancies tracking the surge in house prices in Dubai and indeed the rest of the UAE. And if that wasn’t enough, we keep getting reminded of the same by the unsolicited “best time ever to sell/buy” text messages on our phones by invest dubai  hard-to-pronounce property agencies.

Indeed, some of the more gold market established names like Asteco reckon that average sales prices rose by up to 60 per cent in prime residential developments in Dubai last year.

“Sales prices for apartments and villas rose by 23 per cent in Q4 2013 alone, fuelled by increased confidence and the fact that the new law regulating maximum LTVs [loan-to-values] was not being consistently enforced, although cash buyers still dominated,” John Stevens, managing director, Asteco Property Management, said in a year-end report on the emirate’s real estate market.

Reports suggest that property prices in the UAE’s capital Abu Dhabi too surged as much as 37 per cent in some districts in 2013 – and while that may seem modest compared to invest dubai  growth, it is among the best property returns in the world. The growth in Dubai property prices, of course, was the highest in the world.

But even that growth – of 60 per cent per annum –gold market  gets dwarfed by the stock market gains, which topped 107 per cent in 2013 for the Dubai Financial Market General Index.

For the uninitiated, the DFM General Index increased by 107.7 per cent to 3,369.8 points at the end of 2013 compared to 1,622.5 points at the end of 2012. At the sectoral level, the Financial & Investment Services sector increased the most by 169.2 per cent, followed by the Banking and Real Estate & Construction sectors by 120.6, and 108.2 per cent, respectively.gold market

The Abu Dhabi Exchange (ADX) index, on the other hand, rose by more than 63 per cent to reach 4,290.30 points at the end of 2013gold market  compared to 2,630.86 points at the end of 2012.

Those stories – of growth in property and share prices – are not over yet, with the first two months of 2014 witnessing a massive 25 per cent surge in the DFM General Index while the ADX General Index is up by more than 15 per cent in two months.invest dubai

gold market Simultaneously, property prices are rising at a rapid invest dubai clip too, and thus the dilemma of where to invest.

invest dubai Of course, as pointed out above, the decision is a little easier for those with a smaller kitty, as the property market necessarily needs a reasonable investment, invest in dubai even it’s limited to approximately 30 per cent of the property value (25 per cent minimum down payment plus property registration fees plus agent commission, etc.).

For those seeking liquidity along with returns, the decision to invest in stock markets makes sense as shares can be bought and sold virtually instantly, as opposed to property transactions.

However, if you have a reasonable pool of money and don’t need to be highly liquid, the property market offers the added benefit of rental returns – invest in dubai which you may or may not receive from shares (in the form of dividend). Or you could live in the house you invest in while shares offer you no such incentive.

In addition, share prices could, in theory, decline by as much as 10 per cent a day – invest in dubaiwhereas that’s extremely unlikely to happen in the real estate market.

Most importantly ,invest in dubai it’s your individual circumstances, needs and preferences that play a big role in deciding your asset class. Prudent investors and investment advisors always suggest a portfolio approach to investment so that one can hedge a decline in one asset class with an increase or stability in other/s.invest dubai

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Gold/Forex Rates

UAE DRAFT RATE (AED)
  Selected Asian currencies in UAE Dirhams (Rates in 1 Dirham)
 March 28, 2015
   CURRENCIES Morning Evening Yesterday
  Indian Rupee (INR) 16.92(Dh.59.10/Rs.1000) 16.92(Dh.59.10/Rs.1000) 16.93(Dh.59.06/Rs.1000)
  Pakistani Rupee (PKR) 27.42 27.42 27.42
  Bangladesh Taka (BDT) 21.15 21.15 21.15
  Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) 36.27 36.27 36.27
  Nepalese Rupee (NPR) 27.18 27.18 27.18
  Philippines Peso (PHP) 12.07(Dh.82.85/Peso 1000) 12.07(Dh.82.85/Peso 1000) 12.07(Dh.82.85/Peso 1000)
 Source: UAE Exchange Centre L.L.C., UAE. Rates are subject to fluctuation
 UAE GOLD RATE (AED)
 March 28, 2015
   TYPE Morning Evening Yesterday
TT Bar 16665 16665 16620
24 Carat 145.50 145.50 145.00
22 Carat 138.00 138.00 137.50
21 Carat 132.25 132.25 132.00
18 Carat 114.50 114.50 114.00
 Source: Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group
COMMODITY PRICES

Oil
ICE$ 59.19 +2.71
NYMEX$ 50.19 -0.18
WTI$ 51.43 +2.22

International Gold
London $/oz 1,193.00 -3.70
Mumbai Rs/10gm 26,670.00 -35.00

 SILVER RATE
 March 28, 2015
   TYPE Morning Evening Yesterday
In Kilo Bar (AED)
2250 
2250
2250
In Kilo Bar (USD)
613.07 
613.07
613.07
  Source: Al Kananah - Silver Jewellery, Dubai



 EXCHANGE RATES (AED)
 Mar 26, 2015
   CURRENCY UAE QATAR OMAN
  BUY SELL BUY SELL BUY SELL
 US Dollar 3.673 3.673 3.641 3.642 0.385 0.385
 Euro 4.037 4.037 4.002 4.003 0.423 0.423
 GB Sterling 5.481 5.483 5.434 5.436 0.575 0.575
 Swiss Franc 3.839 3.84 3.805 3.807 0.402 0.403
 Japan Yen 0.031 0.031 0.03 0.03 0.003 0.003
 Danish KR 0.54 0.541 0.536 0.536 56.647 56.667
 Swed KR 0.433 0.434 0.429 0.43 45.402 45.442
 Canadian $ 2.936 2.937 2.91 2.912 3.078 3.079
 Australian $ 2.895 2.896 2.87 2.872 0.304 0.304
 New Zealand $ 2.817 2.819 2.792 2.795 — —
 Hong Kong $ 0.474 0.474 0.47 0.47 49.637 49.651
 Singapore $ 2.684 2.686 2.661 2.662 0.281 0.282
 Malasya R 1.001 1.002 0.993 0.994 10.497 10.507
 Jordan D 5.183 5.188 — — 54.33 54.384
 Ind Rupee 0.0589 0.0589 0.058 0.058 0.006 0.006
 Pakistan Rs 0.036 0.036 — — — —
 Sri Lanka Rs 0.028 0.028 0.273 0.274 28.837 28.929
 P Peso 0.082 0.082 — — — —
 Cyprus — — — — — —
 B Taka — — — — — —
 Mx Peso 0.246 0.246 0.244 0.244 25.804 25.816
 Nor Kr 0.47 0.47 0.465 0.466 49.2 49.233
 Ch Yuan 0.591 0.591 0.586 0.586 61.968 61.987
 SK Won 0.003 0.003 33.031 33.065 34.892 34.961
 Thai Bt 0.113 0.113 0.112 0.112 11.827 11.837
 Egypt P 0.481 0.481 0.477 0.477 0.05 0.05
 Turk L 1.434 1.435 1.42 1.421 15.027 15.041

Thursday, 26 March 2015

Trip Cancellation Insurance or Travel Medical Insurance

When traveling internationally, it can be confusing to review all of the various insurance options available to you. One important threshold question is whether you should buy travel medical insurance or trip cancellation insurance (often also called simply “travel insurance”). The primary distinction between these two types of policies is what risk you are ensuring. With travel medical insurance, you are purchasing short-term, international health insurance that will cover the cost of medical treatment around the world for any injury or illness you may incur while traveling. With trip cancellation insurance, or travel insurance, you are primarily ensuring against the financial risk of having to cancel your trip for certain reasons.

Insuring Your Trip or Your Health?

Basically, travel medical policies insure your health, and trip cancellation policies insure your trip. To help you understand the primary differences between these two types of policies, we review the cost, the coverage, the exclusions and the target market for each type of policy.

Travel Medical Insurance

The Cost. Travel medical insurance is relatively inexpensive insurance. Most travelers do not get sick or injured, and when they do, most medical bills are limited to a doctor visit or an outpatient hospital visit and maybe a prescription. Typically the price varies based on the overall amount of the coverage you purchase (usually from $50,000 to $1,000,000), the deductible associated with your plan (typically from $0 to $500), the overall benefits of the plan and the length of your trip. But in general, policies start as low as one dollar per day, or even less, and you can purchase as little as 5 days coverage, making travel medical insurance very affordable.

What it Covers

Most travel medical insurance policies provide fairly comprehensive coverage for injuries or illnesses that occur while on your international trip, including:
  • Inpatient/Outpatient Care – if you are admitted to a hospital or treated and released
  • Injuries/Illnesses – if you get hurt or sick while on your trip
  • Doctor visits – including clinics and urgent care centers
  • Prescriptions – if related to an injury or illness that occurs while on your trip
  • Emergency Medical Evacuation/Repatriation – if you need to be evacuated to another location, or if your body needs to be returned home
  • Lost Luggage/Trip Interruption – although not as extensive as you would get with a trip cancellation policy, there is typically some benefit for lost luggage and some coverage if you need to go home to deal with an emergency, then resume your trip

What it Does Not Cover

Travel medical policies are not designed to provide permanent health insurance nor trip cancellation insurance, so there are a few key areas where coverage is not provided. If you have a pre-existing condition, want a regular check-up or immunization, need maternity coverage or want a refund for a lost deposit, you will be out of luck with most travel medical policies. Here’s a short list of the main categories of excluded items:
  • Preventative Care – checkups and immunizations are typically not covered
  • Pre-Existing Conditions – some plans provide limited pre-existing condition coverage, like “acute onset of a pre-existing condition” up to a certain amount, but for the most part any existing condition or regular prescription you have will not be covered
  • Pregnancy/Maternity, Mental Health – permanent or student policies typically cover these items, but travel medical policies will not
  • Trip Cancellation Expenses – deposits on cruises, hotels, flights, etc. if you have to cancel your trip

Who is it for?

Students studying abroad, travelers on extended trips, business travelers and expats are all appropriate purchasers of travel medical insurance, and typically these categories of travelers would not consider trip cancellation insurance.

Trip Cancellation Insurance (Travel Insurance)

The Cost. Trip cancellation insurance is relatively expensive, and the price varies primarily based on the overall cost of the trip itself. So if you plan to take your family on a two-week cruise that costs $20,000, expect to pay $400 to $800 or more for comprehensive trip cancellation insurance; travel medical insurance would cost roughly $60 to $80 for the same trip.

What it Covers

The most important part of a trip cancellation policy is the section of the policy that deals with what events permit you to cancel your trip and receive benefits. Although “cancel for any reason” provisions have recently become popular, they are very expensive and not standard on most policies. This means you must cancel the trip for an approved reason to receive the coverage. The most common reason is sickness or injury, or a traveling companion that actually prevents you from traveling, as certified by a doctor. Other reasons include death, natural disaster, strikes, terrorism, accident while en route to the airport – and in each case, it must prevent you from traveling on your dates. If you cancel your trip for an approved reason, then you can file claims for any amounts that you have spent on the trip that are not refunded by the airline, hotel, cruise operator, etc. In addition to this primary cancellation coverage, most trip cancellation policies also include some of the following:
  • Emergency medical coverage – like a travel medical policy, but often not quite as comprehensive.
  • Trip interruption, trip delay, lost baggage, delayed baggage, missed connection – and other travel incidentals
  • Emergency medical evacuation and repatriation – just like a travel medical policy

What is not covered?

Most importantly, the trip cancellation coverage is not available if you cancel your trip for a reason that is not approved. For instance, if you have to move your vacation dates for school or work reasons, or if you don’t have the funds you need for the trip, or if you get sick but recover before it’s time to travel, or if your girlfriend gets sick but she wasn’t traveling with you, or if you just change your mind – unless you purchase a policy with “cancel for any reason” protection, there are a lot of valid reasons to change or cancel a trip that will not be covered by a typical policy.
Although in general the medical coverage included in a trip cancellation policy is not as comprehensive as you get with a travel medical policy, often trip cancellation policies can provide better coverage for people with pre-existing conditions.

Who is it for?

Cruises, expensive vacation trips and other short-term trips of less than 30 days that will mean the loss of a lot of money if you cancel are all appropriate trips to consider trip cancellation insurance. Although some policies are available for trips longer than 30 days, for longer trips eventually the cost of the coverage becomes prohibitive and the insurable portion of the trip costs diminish, making trip cancellation insurance not a good investment. Finally, people with pre-existing conditions that cannot be covered by a travel medical policy can often find better coverage with a trip cancellation policy.

Short Term vs Long Term Health Insurance

To help you evaluate both ends of the spectrum, this article describes the benefits, length of coverage and purpose of both long term and short term insurance options.
When choosing between a long term and short term health insurance plan, it's important to ask yourself two general questions:

How long will you need your insurance?

For periods of less than one year, a short term plan may be ideal. Long term plans offer annually renewable coverage, so you can keep the same plan for an extended period of time, but tend to cost a bit more.

What would you like your insurance to cover?

If you have pre-existing conditions, plan on becoming pregnant, or would like a more comprehensive plan, a long term plan may be your best option. If you just need doctor visits and general coverage, the short term insurance section below will be of most interest to you.

Short Term Insurance

light bulb remember Tip: Unlike major medical or long term plans, short term insurance also allows you to purchase the exact amount of days that you need, but typically require you pay upfront for the period you need coverage.

What it is

Often called travel insurance plans, short term policies are specifically designed to cover both medical and travel experiences for a period of one year or less. They allow you to choose your own policy maximum and deductible, permitting you to stay in control of your coverage and the price.

What it does and doesn't offer

Since you can typically only have your coverage for one year, these plans will not cover for long term conditions like maternity, mental health and pre-existing conditions. However, they will provide coverage for new illnesses or injuries while on your trip, including doctor visits and hospitalizations. Travel benefits like trip interruption and lost luggage are also included, so be sure to check the policy wording for details.
light bulb remember Tip: Many short term plans exclude pre-existing condition coverage — Meaning that if you develop a condition on your first plan it may not be covered if you purchase a second short term plan.

Who it is for

Since domestic plans typically don't cover medical expenses overseas, these plans work well for both individuals and families traveling outside of their home country looking for general coverage. Frequent travelers also get great use of these plans, since travel associated benefits like lost luggage or trip interruption come standard.
These plans also work well for students on shorter study abroad programs who do not need to meet strict insurance requirements. In some cases, short term plans can be great options while waiting on long term coverage through an employer or a private company.

Costs and payment options

Short terms plan are typically not renewable are offered on a daily rate, allowing the purchaser to buy coverage for the exact period of time needed and help keep your overall cost down. If you plan on traveling to the United States and are under the age of 30 you can purchase a plan for as low as $38 a month.
If you need an insurance plan for a year or less, view our Atlas Travel plan . If you need short term coverage for a little longer, our Patriot Travel plan can be purchased up to two years and provides similar benefits.

Long Term Health Insurance

What it is

Long term insurance plans (often called major medical insurance ) are annually renewable and comprehensive options specifically designed for you to stay on the same plan for long periods of time. Since you will typically keep a major medical plans for many years, they are medically underwritten - meaning you will need to answer health questions to ensure you're qualified for coverage. Unlike travel plans, which allow you to choose your own policy maximum and deductible, long term insurance coverage is usually less flexible, but offers a higher policy maximum and additional benefits, like preventative care.

Who it is for

Long term international insurance plans work well for both individual expatriates and families needing coverage for at least one year. They also work well for international students, allowing them to keep the same insurance plan throughout their studies. Anyone with pre-existing conditions or planning to become pregnant would be interested in a long term plan as well, since newborns are generally added to a plan automatically and pre-existing conditions are covered automatically or after a waiting period.
light bulb remember Tip: Some long term insurance plans offer additional riders (at an extra cost) to cover maternity, dental and vision, which may not be covered by the plan automatically.

What it does and doesn't cover

While these plans are more costly they will provide many benefits not covered by short term plans, such as pre-existing condition coverage, wellness visits and preventative care. Of course no insurance plan can cover every visit, but long term options will generally offer the most coverage.

Costs and payment options

It is no secret that healthcare inside of the United States is costly, however long term international insurance plans don't have to break the bank. Plans like our Global Medical option would cost a family of four (age 40,35,9,5) about $265 per month, while the same family needing coverage outside of the U.S., China and Japan, would expect to pay about $200 a month for the same coverage. Premium payments are also more flexible, allowing payments to be made monthly, semi-annually, quarterly or annually.

5 Tips To Overcome Depression While Studying Abroad

When you first arrive somewhere new, everything is exactly that – new. It’s exciting to experience things for the time, and it’s easy to thrive on that excitement, at least in the beginning. But for most people, there comes an inevitable crash because you miss your family and friends or because you missed something important at home. Anything can trigger it. This sensation is most commonly known as culture shock, and it can certainly resemble a temporary depression. Culture shock is normal – and expected – and we’re here to reassure you that we know exactly how you feel, and that “this too shall pass.” Here are 5 quick tips to deal with your depression so that you can make the most of your study abroad:

1. Don't Wallow

light bulb remember It's ”OK“ to be upset, but limit the time you allow yourself to give in to it.
If you’ve been struck by culture shock or depression while studying abroad, the first thing you need to remind yourself is not to wallow in it. Everyone is entitled to feel upset, for whatever reason, but it’s important to not overindulge those feelings by listening to sad music or spending all your time cooped up indoors talking to family and friends from home. Dedicate 30 minutes to give in to whatever is bringing you down – to cry, to scream, to rant; however you choose to express your feelings – and when that time is up, let whatever is upsetting you go.

2. Acknowledge Your Depression, and Get it Out!

Dealing with your frustrations or distress and then letting it go is the best possible thing you can do while studying abroad. Getting your thoughts down on paper (or on your computer) can help you release, and feel better. Journaling in an old-fashioned notebook, or blogging if you are not old-fashioned, is a great way to feel like you’re being heard without ever having to explain your emotions. It can also be a good exercise in reflection, because when you look back a month later you will have more clarity as to why you were feeling the way you were and how to prevent those feelings from coming back a second time.

3. Sign Up for Activities You Enjoy

Regardless of whether you’re in another country for six weeks, six months or a year, you need to adjust to the new life you’re creating for yourself, even if it’s only temporary. Sign up at a gym or find a local pick-up league for your favorite sport to get your endorphins back. If athletics aren’t for you, grabbing a book and reading in the park is always nice.

4. Be Around Friendly Faces

One of the major causes of depression is loneliness. If you are having problems navigating the culture, language, or if you are simply missing your friends and family back home – break out and seize the new experiences in front of you. Chances are, there are a ton of people in your program, or at your school, looking for some friends as well. Invite them to grab dinner, go see a movie, or go explore your new city together. There are also great websites like Meetup.com and Couchsurfing.org that will allow you to connect with likeminded people locally. Being around friendly faces and potential friends is an easy way to cheer yourself up.

5. Show Your Gratitude

There are so many things to be grateful for, and with the chaos of the day, we may not have time to realize all that is around us. Take some time in your day to choose something to be grateful for, or show how grateful you are by giving back. You can start a grateful journal where each day you pick one thing to be thankful for. You can also do this on Facebook, Twitter, or your very own blog to share your thoughts with the world. If you want to go one step further, see if you can volunteer at a soup kitchen or with another organization. Not only is this a great way to get involved, but you will be part of a team, and giving back each time you do it. This is a guaranteed way to feel better!
Remember to be healthy, happy and strive to get the most out of the experience. Remind yourself of what made you happy at home, too. It’s more than likely that similar things or activities exist in your new temporary home that can help you shake away the blues.
We’re all prone to feeling down every now and again – and especially while we’re in another country. But remember that being in a new place can be amazing, but also overwhelming and, at times, confusing. Enjoying the good times is easy, but making it through the rough times, while more difficult, is infinitely more rewarding. Hopefully these tips (and knowing that you are 100% not alone in these feelings) will help you clear those dark clouds and replace them with warm rays of sunshine in no time!