Accounting and Finance

A guide for UAE contractors on navigating construction sector VAT. Learn the complex rules for date of supply, VAT on retention payments, zero-rating new residential buildings, and input tax recovery for mixed-use projects.

Learn how to reduce your UAE Corporate Tax bill with Foreign Tax Credits (FTC). Our guide explains the "lesser of" rule for calculating your credit, eligibility, and how to avoid double taxation on your international income.

Scaling your Dubai e-commerce store? Learn how an outsourced CFO can drive profitable growth by mastering your unit economics (CAC/LTV), optimizing inventory and cash flow, and ensuring a clear ROI on your marketing spend.

Learn the correct way to handle advance payments in Zoho Books. Our step-by-step guide for UAE businesses shows you how to use the Retainer Invoices module to track unearned revenue and apply credits to final invoices automatically.

Launching a clinic in the UAE? Our guide to healthcare feasibility studies covers the critical steps: navigating DHA/MOHAP approvals, market analysis, financial modeling for insurance billing, and operational planning to ensure your venture is viable.

Learn why a due diligence report is essential for any investment decision. Our guide breaks down its key components (financial, legal, operational) and explains how it's used to verify claims, uncover risks, and negotiate better deal terms.

How do you value a service-based business in the UAE? Our guide covers the key valuation methods, focusing on intangible assets, recurring revenue (ARR), customer churn, and key-person risk to determine your company's true worth.

Selling bundled products in the UAE? Our guide explains the crucial VAT difference between a 'composite supply' and a 'mixed supply'. Learn how to apply the correct VAT treatment to avoid penalties and ensure compliance.

Are you compliant with UAE Corporate Tax record-keeping rules? Our deep dive covers the mandatory 7-year retention period, what documents you must keep, language requirements, and the penalties for non-compliance.

Protect your profits from currency volatility. Our CFO's guide to Forex risk management for UAE businesses covers key hedging strategies like forward contracts and options, and explains the three types of currency risk you face.