Taxes and optimization in Switzerland

Swiss taxation is complex and varies from canton to canton, which can quickly become discouraging. Here you will find practical tutorials on how to complete your tax return using VaudTax, ZHprivateTax, and other cantonal software, as well as clear explanations on tax calculation, wealth, and withdrawals from the 2nd and 3rd pillars. I also share legal and accessible optimization strategies. The goal: to reduce your tax bill, gain peace of mind, and regain control of your finances.

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eTax.SZ Tax Return Tutorial (2026) - Part 3
May, 10 2026

eTax.SZ Tax Return Tutorial (2026) - Part 3

eTax.SZ tutorial part 3: additional income and deductions, supporting documents and submitting the tax return in the canton of Schwyz.

eTax.SZ Tax Return Tutorial (2026) - Part 2
May, 10 2026

eTax.SZ Tax Return Tutorial (2026) - Part 2

eTax.SZ tutorial part 2: insurance, pensions, securities, accounts and debts in the Schwyz canton tax return.

eTax.SZ Tax Return Tutorial (2026) - Part 1
May, 10 2026

eTax.SZ Tax Return Tutorial (2026) - Part 1

eTax.SZ tutorial for filing your tax return in the canton of Schwyz. Detailed steps, practical tips and key things to watch out for.

Tutorial eTax.zug tax return (2026) - Part 3
May, 10 2026

Tutorial eTax.zug tax return (2026) - Part 3

Canton of Zug tax return with eTax.zug: property, donations, messages, and submission step by step.

Tutorial eTax.zug tax return (2026) - Part 2
May, 10 2026

Tutorial eTax.zug tax return (2026) - Part 2

Canton of Zug tax return with eTax.zug: pillar 3a, insurance premiums, securities register, and debt interest step by step.

Tutorial eTax.zug tax return (2026) - Part 1
May, 10 2026

Tutorial eTax.zug tax return (2026) - Part 1

Canton of Zug tax return with eTax.zug: persons & household, employment income, and professional expenses step by step.

Tutorial E-Tax SG Tax Return (2026) - Part 1
May, 10 2026

Tutorial E-Tax SG Tax Return (2026) - Part 1

E-Tax SG tutorial: step-by-step guide to filing your tax return in the canton of St. Gallen with the new web application.

Tutorial E-Tax SG Tax Return (2026) - Part 2
May, 10 2026

Tutorial E-Tax SG Tax Return (2026) - Part 2

Continuing with the E-Tax SG tax return in St. Gallen: work, insurance, pension and finances.

Tutorial E-Tax SG Tax Return (2026) - Part 3
May, 10 2026

Tutorial E-Tax SG Tax Return (2026) - Part 3

Final part of the E-Tax SG tax return in St. Gallen: property, miscellaneous and submission.

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