Financial Independence (FIRE) in Switzerland

The FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement is gaining popularity in Switzerland, but it is often misunderstood. In this category, I explain the basics of FIRE as they apply to Switzerland, how to set your goal (FIRE number), and what steps to take to make real progress. You'll find my progress journal, inspiring reader testimonials, and practical thoughts on long-term motivation. The goal: to show you that financial independence is truly possible in Switzerland.

Recent Articles

Chasing financial independence and mountain passes
Jun, 5 2025

Chasing financial independence and mountain passes

Konrad aims for FIRE at 41 through ETF investing and a side project generating over CHF 2'000 per month. Investing, frugality and freedom in Switzerland.

The bus stop
Apr, 24 2025

The bus stop

A bus stop, a forest on the other side of the road... and a dream of freedom. My anchor to FIRE, between routine and independence.

53 and financially free: let the dream begin
Apr, 3 2025

53 and financially free: let the dream begin

Becky reached financial independence at 53 in Switzerland. Strong financial education, long-term investing and the 4% rule.

Thoughts from my interview with Fabienne and Benoît (Swiss blog Novo-Monde)
Mar, 13 2025

Thoughts from my interview with Fabienne and Benoît (Swiss blog Novo-Monde)

Red wine? Life phase transitions? Unicorn trainer? Here are my thoughts from my interview with Fabienne and Benoît from Novo-Monde.

Interview with Fabienne and Benoît (from the Swiss blog Novo-Monde)
Feb, 27 2025

Interview with Fabienne and Benoît (from the Swiss blog Novo-Monde)

What if you too could go on a world tour, then open a coliving space in Switzerland? Fabienne and Benoît explain their journey in detail.

The blog celebrates its 11th anniversary!
Jan, 20 2025

The blog celebrates its 11th anniversary!

My blog 'Mustachian Post' turns 11 today! It's time for a little retrospective on the past year, and to talk about the outlook for the future.

19 years of endless summers between Switzerland and New Zealand
Jan, 9 2025

19 years of endless summers between Switzerland and New Zealand

Sarah and Steve designed a life between Switzerland and New Zealand to live in summer year-round. Freedom, travel and FIRE combined.

Florence quit her job at Google! (and opts for Coast FIRE)
Aug, 29 2024

Florence quit her job at Google! (and opts for Coast FIRE)

Flo has quit her job at Google. To do what? First of all, to hike and travel. And then Coast FIRE for her. Here's her latest news.

Thoughts from my interview with JL Collins
Jun, 27 2024

Thoughts from my interview with JL Collins

Bye Bogleheads portfolio? FI or FIRE? Stop my Daubasses portfolio? What's your why? Here are all my thoughts from my interview with JL Collins.

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