Why Dubai Is Attracting Global Capital Over the UK | Shiv Viraj Tankha | Broker to Boss Ep. 02

Why is Dubai attracting global capital, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth residents while the UK faces increasing tax and affordability pressure?In Episode 02 of Broker to Boss, host Sanath H M, Founder of Truestates.ai, speaks with Shiv Viraj Tankha about the forces shaping real estate and wealth migration between the UK and the UAE.The conversation explores why investors continue to consider London despite higher taxes, how Dubai’s tax environment and payment plans influence property decisions, the role of safety and quality of life, and why the UAE’s infrastructure and speed of implementation are attracting businesses from around the world.The episode also compares Dubai and Abu Dhabi through the lens of land availability, population growth, demand, infrastructure, business opportunities and long-term real estate potential. Topics covered• Why Dubai is attracting capital from the UK and other markets •UK taxes, rental income tax, capital gains and inheritance tax considerations •Why people still buy property in London •20/80 and 30/70 property payment plans discussed in the episode •Dubai’s cost of living versus the UK •Safety, lifestyle and quality-of-life considerations •Why infrastructure means more than roads and transport •UAE opportunities in finance, AI, entrepreneurship and business •DIFC expansion and the UAE’s implementation-focused approach •Dubai versus Abu Dhabi: land, population, demand and development potential •How post-pandemic migration has changed Dubai’s real estate market Chapters00:00 Dubai’s millionaire shift from the UK to the UAE 01:04 UK property payment plans and affordability 01:39 Comparing tax burdens in the UK and Dubai 04:36 Cost of living and indirect costs in Dubai 08:26 Dubai property growth and post-pandemic opportunity 11:44 Why people still invest in London 13:29 Leasehold ownership and UK property structures 14:50 Where are millionaires and billionaires moving? 18:05 UAE opportunities in AI, finance and business 19:25 Why infrastructure is more than roads 20:22 The UAE’s implementation advantage 23:05 Dubai versus Abu Dhabi real estate 24:39 Dubai’s population growth and future affordability 25:54 How Dubai’s buyer profile has changed since 2016 27:29 International buyers and continuing demand 27:57 Closing comparison: Abu Dhabi versus Dubai About Broker to Boss Broker to Boss is a real estate podcast hosted by Sanath H M, Founder of Truestates.ai. The series features conversations with real estate professionals, entrepreneurs and industry leaders about property, markets, business building and the decisions behind long-term success. About the guest Shiv Viraj Tankha shares his perspective on UK and UAE real estate, taxation, international buyers, wealth migration and the changing property market in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. About the hostSanath H M is the Founder of Truestates.ai and the host of Broker to Boss. Disclaimer This episode is for general educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed by the host and guest are their own and do not constitute legal, tax, financial, investment or real estate advice. Tax rules, property regulations, ownership structures, payment plans and market conditions can change and may vary by individual circumstances and jurisdiction. Viewers should conduct independent research and consult appropriately qualified professionals before making decisions. #BrokerToBoss #RealEstatePodcast #DubaiRealEstate #UAERealEstate #DubaiProperty #AbuDhabiRealEstate #UKRealEstate #RealEstateInvestment #WealthMigration #SanathHM #ShivVirajTankha #TruestatesAI