The Curated Newsroom

Swiss Briefing.

Intelligence for the modern expat. Taxes, relocation, and living well.

Living
14 min read

Cracking the Swiss Housing Market (2026): Why DIY is Dead

The vacancy rate is <0.2%. Learn how the 'Shadow Market' works and why specialized expats use Relocation Agents to secure apartments in Zurich and Geneva.

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Tax
15 min read

The Swiss Tax Return Guide (2026): Strategies & Deductions

Stop overpaying. Learn the difference between Quellensteuer and Ordinary Assessment, and discover the 'Gold Mine' of deductions (Pillar 3a, Commuting, etc).

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Finance
12 min read

Bank vs. Insurance Pillar 3a: The Honest Guide (2026)

Stop guessing. We break down the math between high-fee insurance policies and flexible bank solutions. Plus: The 'Hybrid' Strategy expert investors use.

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Insurance Strategy
14 min read

Best Health Insurance in Switzerland (2026): The Expat's Strategic Guide

Don't just choose the cheapest. A deep dive into the 'Top 6' (SWICA, Helsana, Sanitas, CSS, etc.) and why you need a broker like Expat-Savvy.

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LIFESTYLE
8 min read

Magic in the Alps: The Curated Guide to Swiss Christmas Markets (2025)

Basel for tradition, Montreux for romance, Zurich for urban vibes. The definitive insider's calendar.

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CONSUMER REVIEW
10 min read

Top 3 Health Insurance Consultants for Expats (2025)

Don't call the insurer directly. A consumer review of the top 3 independent brokers.

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RELOCATION
20 min read

The Swiss Immigration Blueprint: Permit Strategy (2025)

The 'Permit-Housing Loop', quotas for Non-EU nationals, and how to actually get the B-Permit.

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RELOCATION
15 min read

Paws on the Ground: The Strategic Guide to Relocating Pets

Bringing Fido Home. A guide to IATA crates, Banned Breeds lists, and Pet Health Insurance.

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WEALTH STRATEGY
12 min read

Pillar 3a vs. 3b: The Strategic Wealth Guide (2025)

3a is for taxes, 3b is for freedom. A decision matrix for expats, including the Geneva tax application.

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