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Should you opt for securities lending?

Many brokers offer an option to enable securities lending (lending your shares to other investors). We look at the pros and cons of this feature.

Poinz Credit Cards Review 2025 – Pros & Cons

Poinz credit cards come as a duo: AMEX and Visa, with good cashback and some special deals. We review them to see whether they are any good.

How to track expenses in Switzerland?

Tracking expenses is essential, but it is not always easy, sometimes even for technical reasons. Here is how to track your expenses in Switzerland.

March 2025 – Bonus and splurging (a little)

In March 2025, we had our highest savings rate ever! We splurged a little, but the yearly bonus and no taxes made it easy to reach this record.

Finpension Invest vs VIAC Invest 2025

Finpension and VIAC both unveiled their Robo-advisor service. We compare Finpension Invest vs VIAC Invest in depth to help you choose.

Can flexibility help your early retirement?

Can you withdraw more money from your portfolio if you have flexibility with your expenses in retirement? We find out with many simulations.

Kaspar& 3a Review 2025 – Pros & Cons

Kaspar& 3a is a relatively recent third pillar with some interesting features. We check how it fares in practice in this review.

February 2025 – Back from China

In February 2025, we came back from China and saved much of our income because of higher than average income and lower expenses.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to buy an ETF with Saxo in 2025

Here is all you need to know to start investing in ETFs with Saxo: Each step of the process is detailed to buy an ETF.

How much we spent in 2024 – Full Expense Report

This full expense report will exactly what our 2024 expenses look like. We will detail the total and categories and what went well and what did not.

3a buybacks are now possible: All you need to know

Since 2025, 3a buybacks are now possible! Here is how they work, how you can use them and whether you should use them!

January 2025 – Going to China

In January 2025, we got better after a bad December, and then we left for a few days in China. Other than that, the month was pretty quiet.