How Cash Flow Analysis Can Help Shape Your Future Happiness

Have you ever took a moment to think about what you will be doing, and where you will be in ten years’ time? As an international worker, you may have a rough idea but considering where your life has taken you so far, could you really answer with absolute certainty, knowing your answer will not change?

Not knowing where you will be and when you will be able to retire presents a number of problems when it comes to investing and planning for the future. Edmund Teasdale, Managing Partner and Senior Financial Planner at Skybound Wealth UAE looks at why this makes keeping on top of your numbers even more important.

Imagine having a crystal-clear picture of how your money moves in and out of your accounts, giving you the power to make informed financial decisions. That's exactly what cash flow modeling offers. It's like having a financial roadmap that predicts how your income, expenses, investments, and debt payments will shape up over time.

Cash flow modelling provides invaluable insights into your financial health. By analysing all these factors, we can tailor a plan that aligns with your goals and helps you navigate towards financial success.

‍How Can Cash Flow Analysis Help?

A cash flow plan is an assessment and projection of your assets, income, and expenditure over your lifetime. We start by discussing your goals and aspirations and mapping out milestone events in your own timeline.

The next step is to build in your current assets and income, alongside your regular expenses and any one-off costs you are expecting. By making a number of prudent assumptions, we crunch the numbers to provide your base plan.

The results of the cash flow help you to visualise the shape of your financial life. The projections will show how the value of your assets could change over time.

Planning for Life’s Unexpected Twists and Turns

As seasoned expats, at Skybound Wealth we understand all too well that life is full of unexpected twists and turns. That's why we research multiple unexpected scenarios and incorporate them into your long-term financial planning strategy.

Exploring a wide range of hypothetical situations allow us to help you understand the potential impact on your overall strategy and how you can take steps to minimise their potential impact.

By testing the strength of your plan against various possibilities, we ensure it remains robust and adaptable to changing circumstances, and provide you with clarity and insight, empowering you to make informed choices with confidence.

Your long-term goals matter. That's why we encourage regular reviews of your financial plan. This ongoing assessment helps us keep track of your progress and make any necessary adjustments to plug any gaps along the way. Whether it's recalculating your savings targets, covering the costs of an international education for your children, or evaluating the implications of moving to a new location, we're here to provide the guidance and support you need to stay on course towards your financial objectives.

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About Edmund Teasdale - Managing Partner and Senior Financial Planner

Starting his illustrious career at a large international financial services company in London, Edmund moved to the Middle East in 2010. During his time in the region, Edmund has held a number of roles working exclusively with High Net Worth and Ultra High Net Worth clients. Edmund holds Associate Chartered status, awarded by the Personal Finance Society (PFS) and the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI). As a specialist in complex financial planning and investment management, Edmund is able to provide a truly holistic service to international investors.