Tuomas walked away from a high-paying job in London to build a 7-figure business in Dubai - not for the cars, not for the luxury, but for freedom.In this episode, I sat down with Tuomas Kivioja, content creator and business owner who's transformed his business by taking the bold decision to move to Dubai. Join us as we explore how he:✅ Built multiple online income streams through YouTube and software✅ Legally pays 0% tax living in Dubai✅ Structures his business using a UAE company and US LLC✅ Invests in Dubai real estate and secured a 4.49% mortgage✅ Qualified for the Dubai Creator Golden Visa✅ Built a global lifestyle with no 9–5, no boss, and complete flexibilityIf you’ve ever thought about:🌍 Moving abroad for financial freedom🏝 Becoming a digital nomad💼 Setting up a company in Dubai🏠 Buying property in the UAE💰 Building passive income onlineThis episode breaks down the real numbers, tax setup, and lifestyle behind making it happen.Chapters:00:00 – Intro — From London Finance to Dubai Freedom02:03 – How He Built His First YouTube Channel04:20 – Moving to Dubai & Escaping 50% Taxes07:42 – Why So Many Entrepreneurs Are Leaving the West10:55 – Will Western Countries Try to Stop People Leaving?13:20 – Choosing Where to Live vs. Where to Set Up Your Company18:40 – Top 3 Places to Live & Best Jurisdictions for Business20:50 – Nomad Lifestyle & Long-Term Base Strategy22:10 – Is Dubai Only for Young Founders or Also for Families?24:42 – Biggest Culture Shocks Moving to Dubai27:45 – How to Structure a UAE Company vs. a US LLC30:50 – Accessing US Banking from Dubai32:50 – Ecom Brands, FBA & US Tax Implications33:15 – Will Dubai Stay 0% Tax Forever?38:30 – Best Brokerage & Investment Setup for UAE Residents43:40 – Comparing US LLC vs. Hong Kong Company Structures47:00 – Can You Sell a Company Set Up in the UAE?48:20 – Offshore Havens Like Cayman Islands — Are They Worth It?50:55 – At What Net Worth Should You Consider Trusts or Second Citizenship?53:45 – Dubai Real Estate — First-Time Buyer Perks & Risks58:00 – Will Dubai’s Property Market Keep Rising?59:30 – Best Areas to Live & Invest in Dubai (2025 Guide)01:03:45 – Getting a Mortgage in Dubai as an Expat01:06:00 – Timeline & Interest Rates Explained01:07:10 – Defaulting on a Mortgage — What Really Happens01:08:00 – Dubai Lifestyle Memberships & Discounts01:10:40 – Best Credit Cards for Expats in Dubai01:15:10 – How to Get the Dubai Creator Golden Visa01:19:00 – Other Residency Options in the UAE01:20:10 – Do You Need a Content-Creation Permit in Dubai?01:21:20 – Closing Thoughts & What’s Next