The Poor Swiss

The Poor Swiss I’m sharing my journey of financial independence, frugal living, investing, and simplifying life in Switzerland.

Whether you're trying to save more, retire early, or better understand your money, you'll find honest and practical infos here.

5 Simple Ways to Invest in Real Estate in 2026
17/06/2026

5 Simple Ways to Invest in Real Estate in 2026

Want to invest in property? Discover 5 ways to invest in real estate, from physical rental properties to REITs and real estate funds.

Should you use your Retirement Savings for a Down Payment?
12/06/2026

Should you use your Retirement Savings for a Down Payment?

Buy a home with pension? Learn the pros and cons of using your 2nd or 3rd Pillar money as a down payment for your house in Switzerland.

May 2026 – ebook in German and solar panels
09/06/2026

May 2026 – ebook in German and solar panels

In May 2026, we had both excellent and awful weather. We almost completed the installation of solar panels and saved little.

Vested benefits accounts play an essential role in Switzerland's retirement system. When unemployed, you can transfer yo...
29/05/2026

Vested benefits accounts play an essential role in Switzerland's retirement system. When unemployed, you can transfer your pension fund money to a vested benefits account. You can keep your vested benefits until retirement or until you work again. These accounts are not well known, and there's much to learn about them. This article delves into everything you should know about vested benefits.

Pension freedom. A complete guide to Swiss Vested Benefits accounts. Learn when you need one, how to open it, and how to invest the money.

When you stop working, you'll have to make important decisions about your second pillar, depending on what comes next. A...
26/05/2026

When you stop working, you'll have to make important decisions about your second pillar, depending on what comes next. Are you retiring early or between jobs? Based on your situation, you'll have different options for your second pillar. This article covers the options for each situation.

Learn what happens to your second pillar when you stop working, become self-employed, or leave Switzerland. Essential tips for every situation.

Swisscard already offers many different credit card packages. In 2025, they introduced yet another one: the Swisscard cr...
22/05/2026

Swisscard already offers many different credit card packages. In 2025, they introduced yet another one: the Swisscard credit card. This card boasts no fees, apparently including no foreign exchange fee.

But how does it really fare in practice? We analyze this card in detail in this review. By the end of this article, you will know whether this card is good for you.

Swisscard Review. We analyze the credit cards offered by Swisscard AECS, focusing on their cashback options and foreign currency fees.

If you want your money to work, you should consider investing. However, you may need a few things before you can invest.
19/05/2026

If you want your money to work, you should consider investing. However, you may need a few things before you can invest.

My recommendations about investing: how to choose a broker, how to design a portfolio, which funds to choose on the stock market, ...

🚨 Big News! 🚨After a lot of hard work, our E-book is finally available in 3 languages 🎉📘 Invest Your Money in the Stock ...
17/05/2026

🚨 Big News! 🚨

After a lot of hard work, our E-book is finally available in 3 languages 🎉

📘 Invest Your Money in the Stock Market is now available in:
🇬🇧 English
🇫🇷 French
🇩🇪 German

Whether you are just starting out in investing or want to invest smarter, this book will guide you step by step with a simple, practical, and beginner-friendly approach.

✅ Passive investing
✅ ETFs & index funds
✅ Building financial independence
✅ Practical and easy-to-follow advice

📖 Get your copy here:
https://thepoorswiss.com/invest-your-money-in-stock-market-ebook/

💬 Tell us which language you’ll read it in! 👇

Buy my e-book "Invest Your Money in Switzerland" to learn how to invest by yourself, in Switzerland from scratch.

Robo-advisors are a great way to invest if you are not ready (or not wanting) to invest by yourself. You will pay more f...
15/05/2026

Robo-advisors are a great way to invest if you are not ready (or not wanting) to invest by yourself. You will pay more fees each year, but you will save a ton of time, and this beats not investing.

My recommendations for a few tools and services that can help you to build wealth. If you want to become financially independent, you need to invest.

Living in Switzerland doesn’t have to break the bank. Our expert guide reveals insider tips to slash your expenses and s...
12/05/2026

Living in Switzerland doesn’t have to break the bank. Our expert guide reveals insider tips to slash your expenses and supercharge your savings!

Living in Switzerland doesn't have to break the bank. Our expert guide reveals insider tips to slash your expenses and supercharge your savings!

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