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Discover Swiss Financial Secrets That Maximize Your Money!

Learn easy ways to optimize your finances and save thousands in Switzerland with our exclusive e-book. Learn about the most cost-effective financial services tailored for savvy residents and expats!

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Is Interactive Brokers safe for Swiss investors?

Wondering if Interactive Brokers is safe for Swiss investors? Learn about its financials, asset protection, and how it compares to a Swiss broker.

Should you take a pension or a lump sum from your second pillar in Switzerland?

The big decision. Annuity or Capital? We analyze whether you should take your Second Pillar as a monthly pension or a lump sum cash withdrawal.

July 2025 – Buying a new house

In July 2025, we signed the contract for buying a new house. Other than that, we did not save much money and had little time for ourselves.

How to securely store your cryptocurrencies?

If you are investing in cryptocurrencies, it is crucial to store your cryptocurrencies very securely. Here are a few important tips to do that!

Should you sell stocks or bonds in retirement?

Withdrawal Strategy. Should you sell stocks or bonds first in retirement? We simulate different strategies to find the one that preserves your capital.

Alternative Investments Explained: Should we invest in them?

Beyond stocks. Discover Alternative Investments like art, wine, and collectibles. Are they a good way to diversify or just risky speculation?

UBS Key4 Review – Pros & Cons

UBS Key4 is a digital bank account by UBS that recently became free. Is it any good? We find out in this in-depth review.

June 2025 – E-Book is now available in French

In June 2025, we spent reasonably and had time to translate our e-book in French. Overall, it was a good, although hot, month.

Valiant Lilac Review 2026 – Pros & Cons

Valiant Review. We analyze the Lilac account from Valiant Bank. Is this "free" banking package truly competitive against Neon or Yuh?

Should you invest in structured products in 2026?

Too complex? We explain what Structured Products are, why banks love to sell them, and why they are usually a bad deal for long-term investors.

Rabattcorner Review 2026 – Pros & Cons

Rabattcorner is a Swiss company offering cashback on many online platforms. Should you use this site to get money back on your purchases?

May 2025 – A nice month

May 2025 was a nice and balanced month, with good weather! Financially, it was also good with extra income and low expenses.