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 Three Pillars of Retirement in Switzerland
Master the Swiss pension system. Learn how the Three Pillars work together and what you need to do to secure a comfortable retirement in Switzerland.
March 2018 Update – Excellent month
March 2018 was a month with record savings rate, thanks to very low expenses!
February 2018 Update – Vacation and wedding
In February, we saved very little money, mostly because of some high expenses while in China.
January 2018 Update – Ph.D. and good savings
In January 2018, we saved more money than ever, thanks to low expenses and higher than average income.
Rich Dad Poor Dad – Learn how to get rich
Rich Dad Poor Dad is a book by Robert Kiyosaki about getting rich by making your money work for you. But is it great and true? Let's find out!
The Bogleheads Guide to Investing – Book Review
Master the Bogleheads philosophy. Read our review of The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing and learn how to build wealth with low-cost index funds.
Goals for 2018 – Reaching for FI
Find out the set of goals I have set up for myself in 2018, the first year with goals!
The Little Book of Common Sense Investing – Book Review
Is this the only investing book you need? Read our review of The Little Book of Common Sense Investing and discover the power of index funds.
December 2017 Update + 2018 perspectives
Update for December 2017: how much we spent and what we are doing with our investments!
November 2017 Update
In November 2017, I saved a little more than usual, but still below my goal. I am still reviewing and transferring my investments.
How to Open a DEGIRO account and start trading
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