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Retirement

It is never too early to learn about retirement, even if you just started working. Indeed, it is very important to learn how retirement and early retirement work. We will all retire eventually, so learning about it makes sense.

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What should you do with a life insurance 3a?

Life insurance 3a is a poor investment for retirement. What should you do with an existing life insurance 3a? I compare 3 strategies to deal with it.

The Trap of Life Insurance Third Pillar

Avoid this mistake. Learn why mixing life insurance with your Third Pillar is usually a bad idea and costs you thousands in fees.

Can you retire with cash instead of bonds?

Cash vs Bonds. Can you replace bonds with cash in your retirement portfolio? We analyze the impact on volatility and long-term returns.

Early retiree in Switzerland – Dror’s Story

Real FIRE stories. Meet a reader who retired early in Switzerland. Learn from their journey, their asset allocation, and their daily life.

Your retirement benefits after your death

Your retirement benefits are important for your retirement, but do you know what happens if you die before? Lets' find out!

Retire Early: The Simple Guide – I wrote a book

I wrote a book, Retire Early: The Simple Guide, with Thomas Walke, another Swiss blogger. Our book is about the basics of early retirement.

9 Reasons to Aim for Financial Independence

Why pursue Financial Independence? Discover the benefits of FIRE, from freedom and flexibility to reducing stress and owning your time.

Freya 3a Review 2026 – Discontinued

Freya 3a is a new sustainable third pillar available in Switzerland, aiming at being easy, affordable and sustainable, we see how it fares!

What is a 1e pension plan (pillar 1e)?

The 1e advantage. Learn about 1e pension plans for high earners in Switzerland, which allow you to choose your own investment strategy.

Finpension 3a Review 2026: Pros & Cons

Finpension 3a is an excellent third pillar account for long-term investors, with low prices and high returns, find out more!

Should you use a cash cushion in retirement?

Does a cash cushion help your chances of success in retirement? We find out with a ton of historical data and some simulations!

Should you rebalance your portfolio in retirement?

Keep your risk in check. Learn why and how to rebalance your investment portfolio to maintain your target asset allocation and reduce risk.