Author: Baptiste Wicht
Baptiste Wicht started The Poor Swiss in 2017. He realized he was falling into the trap of lifestyle inflation. He decided to cut his expenses and increase his income. Since 2019, he has been saving more than 50% of his income every year. He made it a goal to reach Financial Independence and help Swiss people with their finances.
Finpension Vested Benefits Review 2026 – Pros & Cons
Finpension Vested Benefits is a great vested benefits account. For very low fees, you can invest up to 99% of your second pillar in equities!
May 2020 – The revenge of the taxes!
Unfortunately, we did not save any money in May 2020. We had to pay a lot of taxes this month, come find out exactly what happened!
DEGIRO vs eToro: Which Is Better For You in 2026?
DEGIRO and eToro are two popular brokers in Europe. Should you choose DEGIRO vs eToro? For which usage? This in-depth comparison helps!
Deep Work – Book Review – More focus for success
Deep Work is a book about getting more focused to achieve your best work. It is very important for knowledge workers.
Is Switzerland really So Expensive in 2026?
The truth about Swiss prices. Is Switzerland really as expensive as people say? We analyze the cost of living versus the high Swiss salaries.
Swiss Stamp Tax Duty – All you need to know
Avoid extra fees. Learn what the Swiss Stamp Tax Duty is, how much it costs, and how to choose a broker that helps you avoid paying it.
Frugal Living in Switzerland Interview 4 – Mustachian Post
FIRE wisdom. Read our interview with Mr. MP from Mustachian Post and learn his secrets for frugal living and early retirement in Switzerland.
The best ETF Portfolio for Switzerland in 2026
Build your wealth. Discover the best ETF portfolio for Swiss investors, optimized for diversification, low fees, and tax efficiency.
Should you invest in gold in 2026? How to invest in gold?
Many people invest in gold for its rarity and value. But should you invest in gold yourself? Will gold help you retire?
The best broker for Swiss investors in 2026
Trade cheaper. We compare the best brokers for Swiss investors in 2026. Find the lowest fees for trading Swiss and US ETFs.
April 2020 – A month at home
In April 2020, we saved more than 75% of our income. Because of the isolation, we spend very little money this month at home.