Episode 21 - Relocating to Saudi Arabia & Starting a Business

In this month’s episode of Money Side Up, we cover two big areas every Australian expat should have on their radar.First, we break down the August interest rate cut from the RBA and the latest moves in the Australian dollar. What they mean for expats, investors, and those planning a return home.Then, we shift focus to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Senior Financial Planner Jarrad Brown and Senior Adviser Will Cant sit down with special guest John Scott to unpack what it’s really like to relocate to KSA and start a business from scratch.Inside this episode: ✅ What the RBA rate cut and AUD shifts mean for expats ✅ Life in KSA - the reality of moving, living, and working there ✅ The tax-free environment and its financial planning traps & opportunities ✅ Step-by-step: the process of setting up a business in Saudi Arabia ✅ Banking, currency, and international transfer challenges ✅ Key cultural and business etiquette differences ✅ Lessons learned, surprises faced, and John’s advice for Australian expatsWhether you’re keeping tabs on markets or exploring new opportunities abroad, this episode has insights to help you make better financial decisions.Connect with Us:Website: https://moneysideup.com.auFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/moneysideupLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/moneysideupYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoneySideUpPodcastSubscribe & Listen:Available on all major podcast platforms: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.Feedback & Questions:We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have a question for us, or just want to drop us a note - reach out at [email protected]:The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Always seek professional advice from a licensed financial adviser or tax agent for your personal financial matters.Support Us:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform. It really helps us reach more Aussies around the world!Upcoming Episode:Don’t miss our next episode where we're interviewing an excellent guest, and covering the latest need to know personal finance information for Australians at home and abroad. Stay tuned!