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Pillar 3b: answers to the top questions

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Are you saving with pillar 3a? Start the payments at a young age

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AHV/AVS reform: What can I expect?

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Is the imputed rental value being abolished?

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Dream home story: Anne, Ben, Lina and Nala – “We like a cosy atmosphere with lots of candles.”

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Take out a mortgage: all important information and conditions at a glance

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Two young people are sitting on the floor of a kitchen and talking. The man has a beard and a blue sweater, the woman is wearing a knitted sweater. Behind the couple you can see a roof terrace with covered patio furniture.

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Important tips for buying a home: how to avoid common mistakes

Owning your own four walls is a dream for many people. How do you start this exciting journey, and what do you need to keep in mind? What common mistakes can be avoided? We provide answers to the most important questions.

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A young man is sitting on the bonnet of a white car reading something on his laptop. He is on a hill out in the countryside, behind him you can see a lake, mountains and sunlight. The man is wearing blue jeans, an unbuttoned red shirt and a dark T-shirt underneath.

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Vested benefits account: key questions and answers

Are you planning on leaving your company, but don’t have a new employer? If so, it is important to transfer your previous pension fund assets to a vested benefits account. This is an important step towards securing your retirement provisions. Swiss Life answers the most important questions on this topic.

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A blonde woman sits on a bar stool on a cooking island and looks over her shoulder at the camera smiling. She is doing something on a laptop next to which there is a magnificent bouquet of flowers.

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“I feel like I’m in a hotel” – Natalia’s journey to owning her own home

Natalia’s 2.5-room apartment is reminiscent of a stylish boutique hotel – and what’s more, the self-employed dental hygienist planned and renovated her apartment entirely by herself. In early 2023, she fulfilled her dream of owning her own home, and took control of the design of her new four walls. With her interior design training and a fine sense of aesthetics, Natalia has transformed each room into a small gem.

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An older man walks on a grassy ridge at sunrise.

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Disability and death insurance – an overview

Unforeseen health problems such as a stroke, long-term damage from a severe flu or a serious traffic accident can affect any of us unprepared. These events are often difficult to cope with and can have a profound impact on our lives.

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