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Medical insurance specifically designed for expats. With Cigna, you won't have to rely on foreign public health care systems, which may not meet your needs. Cigna allows you to speak to a doctor on demand, for consultations or instant advice, wherever you are in the world. They also offer full cancer care across all levels of cover, and settle the cost of treatments directly with the provider.
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As of 2005, foreigners can buy property in Abu Dhabi in certain areas. These areas are known as 'investment areas', and are similar to the freehold areas in Dubai.
The process of purchasing property in Abu Dhabi as a foreigner, Americans included, is complex and expensive, and to be honest, unless you're a long-term expat, I'd recommend renting. Furthermore, when you purchase property in Abu Dhabi, you never actually own the land (unless you're a GCC national), you only own the building.
One of the largest challenges is getting a mortgate as an expat. Banks have tightened their lending procedures since the 2008 recession, and now you could be expected to put down as much as 20 to 50 percent of the purchasing price.
Additionally, there still exists much uncertainty in the real estate market, and issues like the lack of transparency and an absence of protection for investors have still not been addressed accordingly.
For information about renting in Abu Dhabi read the Expat Arrivals Abu Dhabi accommodation page.
I am indeed on linked in, but perhaps it would be even more helpful for you to join the Abu Dhabi Expat Group on Linked In (just Search for it in the search bar). Also, I can recommend you get in touch with American Woman's Network in Abu Dhabi, they're a great source of information, and a great starting point for getting acquainted with people.