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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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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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An unconditional basic income?

The unconditional basic income proposed to the Swiss, which promises CHF 2,500 per adult and CHF 625 per child without the obligation to work, seems like a dream for financial independence. However, this initiative could threaten economic prosperity and wealth creation in society, as it risks demotivating the working population and destabilizing the current economic system.

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Diary of a future rentier (44)

This post is part 43 of 86 in the series Diary of a future rentier

Discover the challenge of transforming a hardworking ant into a thriving grasshopper, a change that goes far beyond the simple vacation mode. This metamorphosis requires a profound evolution of the state of mind and personality, especially when aiming for financial independence and a new approach to life.

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Objective 2020

On the road to financial independence, the author shares his thoughts on how much time he has left before he reaches his goal of becoming a full-fledged rentier. Moving from an initial estimate of several years to a more concrete deadline of 8 years, he sets an ambitious goal to become financially independent well before the standard retirement age.

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Does financial independence follow a political trend?

Financial independence transcends traditional political divides, combining right-wing values like freedom and individual responsibility with a revolutionary approach that seeks to break free from the Rat Race. This quest for financial independence represents a unique form of freedom, accessible to anyone willing to make the necessary effort, without relying on the state or family inheritance.

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