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Personal Finance in Switzerland

If you live in Switzerland, it is important to learn how money works in Switzerland. For instance, we should know which insurance we need and how to pick the cheapest insurance. We help you navigate the complex world of Swiss Personal Finance.

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The Financial Impact of Getting Married in Switzerland

Thinking of wedding bells? Discover how marriage changes your taxes, retirement pillars, and property regimes in Switzerland.

Supplemental Health Insurance in Switzerland: Do you really need it?

Supplemental health insurance in Switzerland can be a trap. Learn which policies are worth the cost and which you should avoid to save money.

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.

Safe Deposit Box in Switzerland – All you need to know

Secure your valuables. Learn where to rent a safe deposit box in Switzerland, how much it costs, and non-bank alternatives for storing gold.

Swiss Value-Added Tax (VAT): Everything you need to know

VAT explained. Learn how Value Added Tax (VAT) works in Switzerland, the current rates for 2026, and how it affects your daily spending.

Disability Insurance in Switzerland

Nobody wants to become disabled, but it is important to know how disability insurance works to be more prepared should it happen.

5 Traps to avoid when moving to Switzerland

Moving to Switzerland? Avoid these 7 common financial traps that expats fall into, from expensive health insurance to wrong tax assumptions.

Building Insurance in Switzerland

Protect your home. Learn about mandatory Building Insurance in Switzerland, what it covers, and where you need private insurance.

Wealth Tax in Switzerland in 2026

Tax on assets. Understand the Swiss Wealth Tax, how it is calculated in different cantons, and how it impacts your FIRE number.

How to choose pure-risk life insurance?

Do you need it? Learn the truth about Life Insurance in Switzerland. Why you should separate insurance from investing and avoid mixed pillars.