In this episode of the Steven Leckie Podcast, I sit down with Sam Watts, Business Development Manager at GC Partners, one of the leading foreign exchange and payment solution firms helping clients move money securely and efficiently from around the world to Dubai.If you’re an international investor buying property in Dubai, understanding how to transfer funds safely, get better exchange rates, and avoid unnecessary delays can make a huge difference to your investment returns.Sam explains:- How GC Partners helps clients transfer funds from abroad to pay for off-plan and ready properties- Why GC’s process is faster, safer, and more cost-effective than traditional banks- The myths around moving large sums overseas- How to protect yourself from market fluctuations using forward contracts- And why setting up your account early is one of the smartest moves an investor can makeWhether you’re based in the UK, Europe, or anywhere overseas, this episode gives you a clear look at how professional currency management can help streamline your Dubai property investment journey.

Key Moments:

(01:00) – Meet Sam Watts and his background(02:27) – Inside GC Partners: Who they are and what they do(04:16) – The type of clients GC Partners typically works with(05:02) – How GC Partners supports Dubai property investors(06:52) – What makes GC different from traditional banks(08:49) – GC Partners vs online currency platforms(13:16) – Common myths about transferring money internationally(14:21) – Why compliance causes delays with traditional banks(15:40) – The importance of setting up your GC account early(17:33) – How GC Partners ensures faster, smoother transfers(20:44) – Step-by-step: Opening an account with GC Partners(22:00) – Example: Transferring money from the UK to a Dubai developer(23:45) – Understanding forward contracts and how they protect investors(26:00) – What drives currency exchange rate fluctuations(28:20) – How GC Partners earns and maintains transparency(31:06) – How safe is your money with GC Partners?(32:39) – Regulation and verification: GC’s full transparency promise(33:20) – How to negotiate your rate with GC Partners(34:05) – Tracking your transfer from start to finish(35:17) – How GC Partners has grown in Dubai’s booming market(37:14) – Are more funds flowing into Dubai than out?(39:43) – Why every overseas investor should have a GC Partners account

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