Category: Learn how to invest

Investing for programmers: investing successfully in 2026

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 […]

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Investing for dentists: Successful investing in 2026

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 […]

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Investing money for craftsmen: Investing successfully in 2026

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 […]

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Investing for teachers: Successful investing in 2026

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 […]

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Investing for tax advisors: Lucrative investments in 2026

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 […]

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The 10 best investments in 2025 – how to invest your money wisely

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 […]

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Investing for engineers: Investing wisely in 2026

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 […]

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Investing for civil servants: Secure assets through ETFs & P2P

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 […]

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Investing for doctors: building capital with ETFs and P2P

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 […]

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The best instant access savings account alternatives in 2026

Instant access savings accounts are practically dead: the current ECB base rate stands at just 2% in October 2025. So it’s no wonder that more and more savers are specifically looking for better alternatives. In this article, I’ll show you my personal alternatives to instant access savings accounts and how I use them to generate […]

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US withholding tax 2025: Everything you need to know about the upcoming increase!

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 […]

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Investing money for beginners: 5 helpful rules (+ step-by-step guide)

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 […]

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10-year US government bonds: a sensible investment or an unnecessary risk?

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 […]

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The top 7 investment opportunities for your financial freedom: How to invest wisely in 2026

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 […]

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The best funds for 2026: How to secure and grow your assets

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 […]

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Investing in semiconductor stocks in 2025

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 […]

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Create a savings plan for shares?

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 […]

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Top flop stocks 2025

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 […]

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Investing money properly – these investments will pay off in 2025

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 […]

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Invest correctly – wealth accumulation 2025

The high inflation rates devalue your own assets. You can no longer buy the same products and services with the same money today as you could a few years ago. Another problem is the uncertain state pension. But how should private households deal with such financial uncertainties? Learn how to invest correctly with Northern Finance. […]

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Low risk investments – stocks for the security-conscious

Are you just starting out in the world of finance and investments and want to achieve returns, but are perhaps cautious because of the potential risks? That’s understandable! Especially for beginners, the topics of low risk investments can seem complex. In this article, we look at whether there are safe shares, how you can increase […]

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