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Swiss Stock Market Indexes – SMI, SPI and SLI

SMI vs SPI. Learn the differences between the major Swiss stock market indexes and which one you should use to track the Swiss economy.

April 2019 – More French and More Ski

April 2019 was a simple month for us with special expenses for French courses and more ski. The blog is seeing a nice traffic boost!

Switzerland is unfair to married couples

Marriage is a great thing! Unfortunately, in Switzerland, many married couples are disadvantaged because of unfair systems! Find out why?

Cars are not always bad for finance

Are cars really money pits? I argue why owning a car in Switzerland is not always a financial mistake and how to minimize the costs of driving.

Guide to Interactive Brokers Multiple User Interfaces

Master IBKR. A guide to the different Interactive Brokers interfaces (Mobile, Web, TWS) and which one is best for Swiss DIY investors.

What is Currency Inflation? How to Fight it?

Protect your wealth. Understand the relationship between currency and inflation and how to hedge your portfolio against purchasing power loss.

ETF Portfolio with European ETFs for 2026

Build a simple portfolio. Discover the best European ETFs to build a diversified and low-cost investment portfolio available to Swiss investors.

How to Avoid Lifestyle Inflation in 2026?

Lifestyle inflation is a very dangerous trap that you should avoid at all costs! Find out how to avoid this trap!

Swisscard Cashback Credit Card Review 2026 – Free and 1% Cashback

The best free credit card? Read our review of the Swisscard Cashback cards (Amex & Visa) and see if they offer the best rewards in Switzerland.

What is Compound Interest? Is it Magic?

The 8th wonder of the world. Learn how compound interest works, see real examples, and discover why starting early is the key to massive wealth.

The Poor Swiss versus the Average Swiss Household

How do we compare? See how our expenses and savings rate compare to the average Swiss household and discover where we save the most money.

Can you Retire Early Without a Successful Blog?

FIRE without a side hustle? We analyze if you can really retire early in Switzerland on a normal salary without starting a blog or business.