An increasing number of alternative investment options are offering investors the chance to earn interest returns ranging from 2.0 per cent to 10.52 per cent. Many of these options are characterised by a high degree of flexibility and are therefore often referred to as alternatives to instant-access savings accounts. It is often possible to start […]
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From nutrition to education and upbringing: as a parent, you naturally want only the best for your child or children, so that they can get off to a successful start in life. However, a successful future also involves choosing the right investment for your child. In Germany in particular, this important aspect is often overlooked. […]
Are you planning to move abroad and want to build a secure financial foundation there? Even though many expats often earn a good income, rising living costs and expenses in popular destinations mean that your financial breathing space can quickly shrink. Below, you’ll find out how you can build wealth step by step with a […]
For many years, gold has enjoyed a reputation as the ultimate store of value and safe haven, offering investors stability in times of economic uncertainty and geopolitical tension. Due to the turbulent developments of recent years, the price of gold is once again a major focus for investors. In this article, we take a look […]
You work as a pilot and bear a great deal of responsibility for passengers, crew and safety on a daily basis. Even if your income is generally above average, you will probably find that rising living costs, high housing prices and tax burdens – particularly around major transport hubs and metropolitan areas – are increasingly […]
You work as an air traffic controller and bear a great deal of responsibility for air traffic safety every day. The job requires constant, intense concentration, flexibility due to shift work, and consistently high performance. At the same time, above-average earnings are heavily dependent on precisely these factors – with the result that they are […]
Do you work as a programmer and put a lot of energy into complex projects and innovative software solutions every day? Even if your income is often above average, you probably feel that rising living costs and growing expenses are increasingly limiting your financial freedom. As a programmer, you have excellent opportunities to build up […]
Do you work as a dentist and are fully committed to your patients? Even though your earnings are usually above average, you have probably noticed that rising living expenses and high housing costs, especially in urban areas, are increasingly limiting your financial freedom. As a dentist, you have excellent opportunities to make smart decisions early […]
You work as a craftsman (electrician, plumber, carpenter, tailor…) and put in a solid effort every day. Perhaps you are wondering whether your current financial situation will really suffice for the future. Even though your income is generally stable, you probably feel that rising living costs and high rents, especially in many cities, are increasingly […]
You work as a teacher and have a secure job, but perhaps you wonder whether that will really be enough in the long run? Even if your income is stable, you may notice that rising living costs and high rents, especially in cities, are putting more and more pressure on you. As a teacher, you […]
As a tax advisor, you have a secure job, but sometimes wonder whether that is really enough in the long term. Despite stable incomes, tax advisors in large cities in particular are coming under increasing pressure from rising living costs and property prices. As a tax advisor, you are ideally placed to implement well-thought-out financial […]
Inflation is a constant companion in Germany: in the long term, it can devalue your money and means that you can buy fewer and fewer products and services for the same amount. Perhaps you are wondering how you can invest your money to effectively counteract this devaluation? Let’s take a look at the 10 best […]
You are an engineer and have a secure job, but still wonder whether that will be enough in the long term? Investing money has become a crucial topic among engineers. Whether it’s for a comfortable retirement, the best education for your children or the dream of owning your own home in an attractive location. Despite […]
You are a civil servant and have a secure job, but still wonder whether that will be enough in the long term? A relaxed life in old age, educating your children or owning a home in a good location are now much more expensive than they were a few years ago. Despite the security they […]
As a doctor, you bear responsibility for others on a daily basis, but your own financial future falls by the wayside. While you invest years in studying, further training and setting up your practice, there is often little time left for actually building up your assets. Yet this is precisely the key to generating additional […]
If you invest in US stocks or ETFs with US holdings, you have to deal with a bitter reality: US withholding tax. It is deducted directly from your dividends, and some private investors know very little about it. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know: what Trump has planned, how the […]
Many people still hesitate to invest their money profitably. Too many options, insufficient knowledge or low motivation are just a few of the reasons. In this article, we will show you that investing money doesn’t always have to be complicated. In brief: Investing is very important, even at a young age, and can provide you […]
Are you looking for the right types of investment for your retirement, or would you like to invest your money for your children? If you are looking for the best investment for pensioners, there are a few special considerations you should bear in mind when investing. In brief: Around 22% of the German population are […]
For decades, government bonds were a safe way to achieve higher returns. Security-conscious investors in particular could rely on this safe asset class. In 1990, 10-year US government bonds achieved a yield of 9%. However, the situation has changed and investors now rarely place their trust in this tried-and-tested asset class. In brief: Government bonds […]
Anyone looking to invest their money wisely these days is quickly overwhelmed by the vast array of options available. Deciding whether to invest in shares, save through ETFs, go for the traditional route of government bonds, give P2P lending a go, venture into gold investments or try their hand at cryptocurrencies seems an impossible task. […]
Are you currently looking into personal finance and keen to start building your wealth and planning for your future? Whatever your goal – providing for your family, boosting returns or topping up your pension – a share savings plan offers one option. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how shares work, who […]
Do you also dream of investment opportunities that will give you financial freedom? No more money worries and the freedom to live life on your own terms? This dream may seem like a distant fantasy, but it is entirely achievable! And that’s through smart investments. In this article, we present the top 7 investment opportunities […]
Are you a private investor wondering which funds are the best? The world of finance can quickly become overwhelming, especially when it comes to investing your money safely. You not only want to protect your assets, but also ensure that they work for you and offer you long-term financial security. In brief: Regular investing: Continuous […]
Investing in times of rising inflation is a concern for many investors. Most investors are grappling with a key challenge: how can they protect their hard-earned money from creeping depreciation whilst still achieving a reasonable return? The question of how best to invest is becoming ever more pressing and complex. For whilst inflation erodes the […]
There have been numerous developments in the field of artificial intelligence in recent years. This is also linked to microchips and semiconductors, which are increasingly in demand in our highly digitalised world. In this article, we look at how investors can benefit from this change in the form of semiconductor stocks. In brief: Due to […]
You may be just starting to look into the world of finance and investing because you want to sort out your retirement savings. Or perhaps you’ve had a baby and want to set some money aside to pay for their driving licence and other future expenses. The question of what you want to achieve with […]
You may currently be wondering how you can invest your money as profitably as possible. Shares offer one way of doing this: you can benefit from a company’s performance and build up your wealth in this way. But how exactly does it work? In this article, we’ll show you how this type of investment works […]
Do you want to save for your retirement in good time, or invest money to fulfil your dreams, such as buying your own home? There are plenty of reasons why you might want to grow your money, but what options are available, and which ones are best suited to you? In this article, we’ll show […]
You may have been thinking about investing for a while and wondered whether a savings plan for shares might be worthwhile for you or whether other solutions might suit you better. In this article, you’ll learn more about how a savings plan works, what the advantages and disadvantages are and who it might be suitable […]
Are you a beginner and want to invest in company shares, but are afraid of buying bad company shares? In this article, we will show you what top flop stocks are and what you should look out for if you want to invest money in such a security. In brief: We show you what company […]
Uncertain state pensions, high inflation rates and prices, long-term goals – there are numerous reasons to invest and grow money. Are you also dealing with these issues and want to start investing your assets, but don’t know where to start? In this article, we have summarised the most important basics so that you can learn […]
Rising energy prices, inflation, the war in Ukraine, rising interest rates: the increasingly complex economic situation is causing many private households to question their own financial plans. The best way to build up your own assets and secure your future is to invest your money. But what should you invest in? In this article, you […]
Do you also dream of working less, being financially secure, and earning more money with less effort? The popular book ‘Cashflow Quadrant’ by author Robert T. Kiyosaki deals with precisely this topic. In this article, you will learn more about the Cashflow Quadrant model and the connections between different types of people and their ways […]
The coronavirus pandemic, the war in Ukraine, high inflation – the last few years have been turbulent and are also affecting the economic situation in Western Europe. Investors are also feeling the impact of such transnational crises in their portfolios. Perhaps you have also noticed the sometimes significant fluctuations in the market and are therefore […]
Perhaps you are familiar with the following feeling: during an economic crisis, your own portfolio is often subject to significant fluctuations. While your portfolio may be in the black during normal times, it can briefly dip into the red during an economic crisis. Some investors can become emotional as a result and find it more […]
It has already happened to many investors: A crisis shook the economy, which had a negative impact on financial investments. As a result, many investors have already lost large portions of their hard-earned money. It is therefore understandable that you are wondering how you can build up a stable portfolio. Is there such a thing […]