What is the right credit card with low fees abroad? I used to prefer Revolut. But since Revolut introduced fees for Swiss customers, I’ve started using my PostFinance VISA credit card again. Discover my surprising findings in comparison with YUH.
The duty-free allowance for private imports into Switzerland will only be CHF 150 from January 1, 2025. This change will affect you if you like to shop abroad. Find out how to deal with it smartly.
US expats in Switzerland love its quality of life, stunning landscapes, and stable economy. However, careful planning is essential to avoid major pitfalls when moving. To simplify your transition, we’ve created a guide to help you navigate taxes and social security.
Pillar 3a is an important component of retirement planning in Switzerland for U.S. Persons as well. But U.S. citizens or dual U.S. citizens residing in Switzerland often have a hard time establishing a Pillar 3a with securities. Discover what a US person is, why many Swiss banks don’t want US persons as clients and with which providers you can set up a pillar 3a as a US person.
Does your new partner live in a neighboring country and you are moving in with her? Or are you coming to Switzerland to work? Then you become a cross-border commuter. These are people who live in one EU/EFTA country and work in another EU/EFTA country. But where do cross-border commuters…
Financial independence, the dream of many. Will we still need income and money to live on tomorrow? Probably yes. And where will that come from? Probably … well. The search for meaning in work is becoming more noticeable, the fear for gainful employment in the future louder. The acronym FIRE…
Relaxing, traveling, chilling out.
3 out of 4 Swiss employees dream of taking time out.
We take a look at the financial consequences of a sabbatical for your pension provision.
The trip is booked, the suitcase is packed and the vacation fund is hopefully well filled.
Oh no, changing money for the vacation – forgotten?
We often don’t think about how to get the foreign currency we need until just before we leave.
Discover a few quick tips to prevent too much money from your vacation fund going to the bank!
