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.
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.
The truth about Capital Gains and Taxes in Switzerland
Is it tax-free? Master the Swiss Capital Gains Tax rules for private investors and learn exactly when you might have to pay taxes on your profits.
How to invest in foreign property from Switzerland – The Story of Iain
People are often investing in real estate in their own country, but Iain is investing in foreign properties, from Switzerland and getting great returns!
Geo Arbitrage in Switzerland – Improve your finances by moving
In Switzerland, there are huge disparities between cantons and cities. Here is how to use geo arbitrage in Switzerland to optimize your finances!
Grow Your Income or Spend Less to Reach FI in 2026?
Reach Financial Independence faster. Learn why growing your income is just as important as spending less and how to widen the gap to save more.
Mintos Review 2026 – My experience and results
Is P2P lending safe? Read our review of Mintos, the pros and cons of Peer-to-Peer lending, and why we stopped investing in this platform.
The Best Internet Plans in Switzerland for 2026
Speed up for less. Compare the best internet plans in Switzerland for 2026 and find the cheapest fiber optic offers to lower your monthly bills.
March 2020 – COVID-19 comes to Europe
In March 2020, we saved 75% of our income and our net worth reached 275K! Find out exactly how we achieved that.