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The 4 Investing Levels: Control vs Fees

Cut your costs. Learn about the different levels of investing fees and why controlling them is the surest way to increase your long-term returns.

August 2020 – Vacations and Furnitures

In August 2020, we went for a nice vacation in Davos and started furniture shopping for the new house, but we still saved 32% of our income.

Buying a house in Switzerland: The Complete Guide

Buying a house is no simple affair. However, with this guide, you should know exactly what you have to do to buy a house without issues!

Cheap International Transfers with Neon

Send money cheaper. Learn how to use Neon for international transfers, how it compares to Wise, and why it saves you money on fees.

Path to Independence – A Swiss Book about FIRE

Path To Independence is a Swiss book about saving more money and pasively investing it in the stock market!

The Best Phone Plans in Switzerland in 2026

Stop overpaying for mobile. Compare the best and cheapest mobile phone plans in Switzerland for 2026 and cut your monthly bill today.

Frankly 3a Review 2026: Pros & Cons

Frankly Review. We analyze ZKB's 3a app, its fees, and investment strategies to see if it competes with VIAC and Finpension.

5 Main Ways to Budget to save more money

Budget better. Explore the different ways to budget, from the Zero-Based Budget to the 50/30/20 rule, and find the method that fits your life.

13 Tips to Secure Your Online Personal Finances in 2026

Don't get hacked. Learn essential tips to secure your online financial accounts, from using 2FA to managing strong passwords securely.

July 2020 – We are buying a house!

We have signed the contract to buy a house! In July 2020, we also managed to save 57% of our income! It was a great month!

The Complete Guide to Mortgages in Switzerland

This complete guide will teach you everything you need to know about Mortgages in Switzerland! Choose your mortgage without difficulties!

Should you buy or rent a house in Switzerland?

The big question. Buy or Rent? We run the numbers for the Swiss market to help you decide which option makes more financial sense for you.