Fund Structures and the Impact of Recent VAT Changes in the UAE
In recent years, the UAE has become a hub for fund management and investment activities, thanks to its favourable regulatory environment. A recent report published by Global SWF has also revealed that Abu Dhabi is the global leader when it comes to the value of its sovereign wealth funds, overtaking Oslo and leading Beijing, Singapore, Riyadh and […]
The Smarter Way to Handle Payroll: Why Expertise Beats Automation
Payroll is about more than just salaries; it is about compliance, accuracy, and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. RedBook’s experts often faced this crucial question while advising growing businesses: Should they rely on payroll management software or outsource to a specialised agency? We felt it was our responsibility to go all the […]
Financial Compliance Roadmap: Your First 90 Days After Dubai Business Setup
The first 90 days after business setup represent a critical window where proper financial and compliance infrastructure must be established. Miss key deadlines, skip essential registrations, or neglect accounting fundamentals, and you risk penalties, operational disruptions, and complications that can persist for years. Understanding what needs to happen during this crucial period, and in what […]
Why CFO Services in Dubai Are in High Demand Among Start-ups & SMEs
Dubai’s start-up ecosystem is experiencing unprecedented growth, with the city attracting over 7,100 new millionaires in 2025 and emerging as one of the world’s premier wealth hubs. Yet behind every successful venture lies a truth many founders learn the hard way: financial leadership isn’t optional; it’s existential. As start-ups navigate investor demands, regulatory complexity, and […]
Why Dubai Start-ups Need Professional Financial Setup from Day One
“I’ll just handle the books myself for now and bring in a professional once we’re bigger.” If you’ve thought this as a Dubai start-up founder, you’re not alone. With limited budgets and countless priorities competing for attention, many entrepreneurs convince themselves that accounting is something they can manage independently during the early stages. After all, […]