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.
How to set goals to improve your life
If you want to succeed in your life, it is very important to set yourself goals to reach. Find out how you can set good goals with this guide!
Second Pillar: All you need to know to retire in Switzerland
Maximize your Second Pillar (LPP). Discover how occupational pensions work in Switzerland and how to optimize your contributions for a better retirement.
First Pillar: All you need to know to retire in Switzerland
Understand the First Pillar (AVS). Learn how the Swiss state pension works, how much you contribute, and what retirement benefits you can expect.
December 2019 – Quiet month
In December 2019, we saved 57% of our income! It was a simple and quiet month and we had cool holiday parties.
The Little Glossary of Investing: Every term you need to know
Confused by financial jargon? Our investing glossary defines essential terms like ETF, TER, P/E ratio, and Volatility in simple language.
Frugal Living in Switzerland Interview 2 – Mr. Road To Fire
Find out how Mr. RTF is saving more than 55% of his income in Switzerland, without a huge income. Learn from him to save more each month!
All you need to know about Car Insurance in Switzerland
Save on premiums. A complete guide to car insurance in Switzerland: compare Casco vs. Third Party and find the best coverage for your car.
11 Personal Finance Myths You should ignore
Don't be fooled. We debunk the most common personal finance myths that keep people broke and prevent them from building wealth.
November 2019 – Flights to China
In November, we could save a lot of of our income and spent some days in Berlin and Zurich.
9 Great Tips to Save Money when you Travel Abroad
Traveling abroad is awesome, you discover new things! But it is often expensive! Find out how to travel abroad for less!
8 Money Management Tips That Will Free Up Time
Even though it is a scary thing for people, you need to have a good money management strategy. Here are a few tips to help you be prepared!