Tomer Tzadok, the quant trading creator better known online as “Coding Jesus,” recently made a significant life decision: relocating from Chicago to Dubai. With roots in Israel, the move was driven by a desire for better weather, a more business-friendly environment, and the chance to be closer to family.
With GenZone managing everything from company formation to residency, the transition was far smoother than he anticipated. It is a journey that reflects exactly what GenZone was built to do.
Tomer works at the intersection of finance and technology. Through his quantitative trading interview prep platform, getcracked.io, he has built an audience of more than 300,000 YouTube subscribers and a further following on Instagram, running a truly global business that, until recently, was based out of Illinois.
Quick facts
- Founder of getcracked.io, prepping candidates for quant roles at firms like Citadel Securities, Jane Street, and Renaissance Technologies
- More than 300,000 YouTube subscribers and a global online audience
- Left Chicago for Dubai for weather, business environment, and family
- Used GenZone for his Dubai company and residency, then his ongoing tax and accounting
- Also used GenZone to open two US LLCs
- Found GenZone through a fellow creator’s recommendation
“My taxes and accounting, I’m going to have them take care of because I just trust them so much and the level of professionalism they showed me is unparalleled.”
Why Dubai? Three Reasons That Made It a No-Brainer
When Tomer decided to leave Chicago, it wasn’t an impulsive decision. He had three clear, well-considered reasons for choosing Dubai specifically.
1. The Weather, and Leaving Chicago Winters Behind
Anyone who has spent a winter in Chicago knows it is not for the faint-hearted. Tomer was direct about this:
“I love warm weather, I love being close to the beach, and I do not like freezing my butt off. And that’s what I was doing in Chicago.”
Dubai’s year-round sunshine, proximity to the coast, and vibrant outdoor lifestyle made it an immediate fit for his day-to-day quality of life.
2. A Business-Friendly Jurisdiction for a Global Business
Tomer’s platform serves clients across the world. Running a global digital business from the United States, with its complex tax structure, high rates, and regulatory friction, was becoming increasingly difficult to justify.
Dubai offered something different: a jurisdiction that is safe, tech-forward, and genuinely built with business owners in mind. As Tomer put it:
“My business is global and so I want to find a jurisdiction that’s as friendly as possible to business owners. Not only is it safe, it’s very tech forward, and being a business owner here is a lot easier than in other countries.”
For creators and entrepreneurs who earn internationally, the UAE’s 0% personal income tax and straightforward company setup process represent a significant financial and operational advantage.
3. Family and Roots, Being Closer to What Matters
Beyond lifestyle and business, there was a deeply personal factor at play. Tomer is of Middle Eastern heritage and his parents live in the region. Relocating to Dubai placed him within easy reach of family in a way Chicago simply never could.
“I’m Middle Eastern, if you can’t really tell, and so I wanted to be somewhere near my parents, which also live in the Middle East.”
How Tomer Found GenZone, a Creator Recommendation
Tomer didn’t find GenZone through an advertisement. He found us the way many of our best clients do: through a trusted referral from within the creator and entrepreneur community.
Fellow creator Tech with Tim, a prominent figure in the tech and programming space, recommended GenZone directly to Tomer. The conversation that sparked everything started with a simple but pointed question:
“Why are you in Chicago?”
Tim raised the issue of paying exorbitant taxes running a business out of a high-tax country, which prompted Tomer to ask where he could learn more. Tim pointed him to GenZone, and the rest, as they say, is history.
The GenZone Experience: Professional From Day One
From the very first interaction, Tomer’s experience with GenZone set a clear tone.
“From day one, they were extremely professional. I got on a call with one of their employees and he patiently walked me through the entire process, what I can expect in terms of fees, how much I can save, what even things like rent look like here in Dubai.”
This is exactly how we approach every client relationship at GenZone. Rather than overwhelming clients with paperwork or vague timelines, we start with a clear, honest conversation covering costs, savings, logistics, and what life in Dubai actually looks like on the ground.
For Tomer, that transparency made an immediate impression:
“From day one, I was really swept off my feet.”
What GenZone Handled
GenZone managed the full scope of Tomer’s relocation and business setup, including:
- Company formation in Dubai, structured to suit a global digital business
- UAE residency visa, navigating the requirements and paperwork end to end
- Biometrics appointment, arranged and managed without Tomer needing to figure it out alone
- Tax and accounting, which Tomer chose to trust GenZone with on an ongoing basis, given the confidence the process had built
- Two US LLCs, opened promptly to support his US business structures alongside the Dubai base
On the accounting side, Tomer was clear about why he made that call:
“My taxes and accounting, I’m going to have them take care of because I just trust them so much and the level of professionalism they showed me is unparalleled.”
Beyond Dubai: Two US LLCs
Tomer’s setup did not stop at the UAE. He also used our US LLC service to open two US LLCs, giving his global business direct access to the US market, US banking, and payment processors alongside his Dubai company.
For a founder whose audience and revenue are international, having both structures handled by one team keeps everything aligned. In his own words, GenZone “helped me open two US LLCs very promptly.” Our US LLC service is built for exactly this kind of non-resident founder, with fast formation and EIN processing so the company is operational quickly rather than stuck waiting.
The Result: A Smoother Move Than Expected
Tomer came in expecting complexity, and instead found a process that was patient, structured, and handled at every step. The combination of clear communication, local expertise, and genuine care for the outcome meant he could focus on what he does best: running getcracked.io and creating content for his audience.
For a creator with a global business, a global audience, and a personal desire to be closer to family, Dubai delivered on every front. And GenZone made the journey to get there far easier than it had any right to be.
Tomer’s Verdict
“If you’re considering moving to Dubai, if you’re considering finding somebody to help you navigate, definitely take a look at GenZone, consider them strongly, I highly recommend them.”
What Tomer Says on Google
Months after his move, Tomer left GenZone a five-star Google review, and it echoes everything above. In Coding Jesus’ own words:
“I love working with GenZone for a couple reasons. For starters, the deliverables are always clear. It’s evident what I’m getting and the execution is always on point. Honestly I couldn’t have started my business in the UAE and expanded the business this quickly without them.”
He also called out the US LLC side of the work:
“They also helped me open two US LLCs very promptly.”
And he named the people behind the process:
“Shoutout to Reymel, who is always on top of things. I’m also still surprised by just how quickly the CEO, Kevin, jumps in when needed at the strangest times of the day (deep into the night). This man is clearly dedicated to his business, and it shows!”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coding Jesus’ real name?
Coding Jesus is the online alias of Tomer Tzadok, the founder of getcracked.io.
Where is Tomer Tzadok from?
He has roots in Israel and is of Middle Eastern heritage. He was based in Chicago for years before relocating to Dubai.
What does Coding Jesus do?
He is a quantitative trading educator and content creator. Through getcracked.io, he helps candidates prepare for quant interviews at firms of the caliber of Citadel Securities, Jane Street, and Renaissance Technologies.
Why did Tomer Tzadok move to Dubai?
For three reasons: a warmer coastal lifestyle, a business-friendly and tax-efficient environment for his global company, and the chance to live closer to family in the region. GenZone handled the company setup, residency, accounting, and two US LLCs.
Thinking About Making the Move?
Whether you’re a content creator, a tech entrepreneur, or running a global digital business from a high-tax country, Dubai could be the right next step for you, just as it was for Tomer. And if you need a US presence too, we can set up your US LLC alongside it.
Book a free consultation with GenZone using the button below and find out exactly what your move could look like, what you could save, and how we handle everything from company setup to residency.
GenZone has helped over 1,100 individuals and business owners make Dubai their new home. We’d love to help you be next.
