Swiss finance blog by Eric Marschall Good financial decisions. Made by you.
Whether it’s Pillar 3a, ETFs or bank charges: I’ll explain the differences, work out the costs in Swiss francs and show you what really matters.
Eric MarschallFounder of Schwiizerfranke
IAF-Certified Financial Adviser
You’ve read a lot. But do you still have questions?
Whether you’re just starting out or are already investing: find out which financial step makes sense for you next and what can wait.
The comparisons
Fees in Swiss francs, pros and cons, and who a particular provider is suitable for – and who it isn’t.
- Bank AccountsDo you still pay any fees for your account?
- Online brokersWhat a purchase really costs you
- Pillar 3aComparing banks, apps and insurance providers
- Robo-AdvisorsInvesting and how much it costs
- Vested benefitsWhat should you do with your pension savings?
- Interest on savings accountsWhere your savings earn the highest interest
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Our computers
Where do you stand? Compare Swiss figures and work out what your savings rate, fees and pension provision mean for you. Free of charge, no registration required.
- ETF Savings PlanWhat happens to the money you save each month?
- Financial freedomHow much wealth do you need to live off?
- emergency fundHow much should your reserve be?
- Wealth by ageHow do you compare with others your age?
Also frequently used: Median wage in Switzerland
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This is how I work
A cheap product isn’t automatically the best choice. That’s why I don’t just look at fees, but also at the drawbacks. I work through the figures using Swiss data and explain who a particular product is suitable for and who it isn’t. I answer many readers’ questions personally.
My most costly financial mistake wasn’t an investment, but a tax advisory service. Since then, I’ve been doing all the calculations myself.
Eric Marschall · Founder of Schwiizerfranke · Certified Financial Adviser (IAF) · Founded in 2019
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