Category: Regional property markets

A divorce has far-reaching financial consequences that extend well beyond the division of assets. The treatment of pension fund assets – the so-called second pillar – is particularly often underestimated. Many couples assume that the amount of their own contributions or a prenuptial agreement with separate property determines who owns the accumulated pension funds. However, Switzerland has special rules that can have a significant impact on future retirement provisions.

Selling a property is one of the most important financial decisions of life for many owners. The central question arises early on: Should the property be sold privately, or is working with a real estate agent the better option?