Right now I could be a rentier under more clement skies.

The author shares his thoughts on the possibility of living a comfortable life abroad, especially in Costa Rica or Southern Europe, thanks to financial independence. Despite these attractive opportunities, he chooses to stay in his country out of family and regional attachment, while keeping the freedom to travel and explore these destinations in the future.

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Rentiers 2.0?

Discover how the Internet has revolutionized our relationship with work and financial independence, going from a rudimentary tool in the late 90s to a real lever for becoming a rentier. Although the Web has sometimes distanced us from the traditional professional world, today it offers us the means to create passive income and escape the frantic race of conventional work.

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Performance for the first half of 2016

The performance analysis of the CHF portfolio reveals an effective defensive strategy, particularly visible during Brexit where dividend-paying stocks held up better than the market. Investments in defensive sectors (food, healthcare, household) as well as hedging strategies have enabled steady progress towards financial independence, with a notable increase in dividends received compared to the previous year.

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Old-age provision, or how to get ripped off by insurers under the watchful eye of the State

The Swiss old-age pension system, although considered one of the best in the world with its three pillars, shows significant limitations in its actual performance. Given the low returns of the minimum LPP rate compared to stock market performances, it is crucial to rethink one's pension strategy to ensure a comfortable retirement.

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