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May 2026 – ebook in German and solar panels

In May 2026, we had both excellent and awful weather. We almost completed the installation of solar panels and saved little.

Tellco 3a Review 2026 – Pros & Cons

Is Tellco 3a the best choice for your pension? Read our review of Tellco 3a fees, investment strategies, and why it's not the most tax-efficient.

arvy Review 2026 – Pros & Cons

Is arvy the right robo-advisor for you? We review arvy’s active investing strategy, its high total fees, and how it compares to top Swiss alternatives.

Save money with open-source software: Stop Paying for Subscriptions

Stop paying for software subscriptions! Discover the best free open-source software to Office, Photoshop, and Windows to save hundreds of CHF every year.

April 2026 – Buying a second car

April 2026 was a nice month with few events. We bought a second car to handle more office days. Thanks to no taxes, we saved all of our income.

The Complete Guide to Travel Insurance in Switzerland

Do you really need travel insurance in Switzerland? Learn what your health insurance covers abroad and how to avoid overpaying for coverage.

Individual taxation – What changes for married couples?

Swiss citizens voted for individual taxation in 2026. Learn how this reform eliminates the marriage penalty and if your taxes will go up or down.

Accident Insurance in Switzerland – The Complete Guide

Is accident insurance mandatory in Switzerland? Learn the difference between accidents and illnesses, and how to avoid double coverage.

March 2026 – The bonus goes into the roof

In March 2026, most of our yearly bonus went into the solar roof advance payment. It was a nice and relatively quiet month.

How can you plan to die with zero?

Review of Die with Zero by Bill Perkins: Learn why maximizing experiences may matter more than net worth and how to apply these strategies.

Interview of Victor Cianni CIO of Alpian

Interview of Victor Cianni, CIO of Alpian. He answers my questions about how Alpian invests and what we can learn from it.

Old-age care costs in Switzerland

Is Swiss old-age care affordable? From at-home support to residential homes, find out the costs of aging in Switzerland and who is paying for the bill.