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"Complex topics were made easy to understand – that was key for me as a newcomer to Switzerland"

When Kai Brenner moved to Switzerland from abroad, he faced a system he did not know. He had no basis for comparison, no clear orientation. Step by step, smzh helped him familiarize himself with Swiss standards – comprehensibly, patiently, and competently.

Arriving in Switzerland – With Proper Provision and Insurance Protection

01 – THE STARTING POINT

What was Kai's situation before he became a client?

Upon moving to Switzerland, Kai Brenner had no point of reference with regard to the Swiss pension and insurance system. He had to orientate himself from scratch, with no prior experience with another provider and with no basis for comparison.

02 – THE CHALLENGE

What specific obstacles had to be overcome?

  • Confronted with the new: lack of familiarity with the Swiss pension and insurance system
  • No basis for comparison after moving to Switzerland
  • Complexity of the Swiss systems (3-pillar system, mandatory insurance, etc.)
  • Need for understandable, calm, and competent guidance
03 – THE SUPPORT OF smzh

What did smzh do for Kai?

smzh analyzed Kai's situation systematically and guided him toward the Swiss system in a structured manner:

  • Gradual analysis of pension and insurance set-up
  • Focus on comprehensibility – complex topics simply put
  • Adjustment of pension and insurance set-up to Swiss standards
  • Personal guidance with a clear focus on Kai's specific situation
04 – THE RESULT

What has Kai achieved?

Today, Kai Brenner is insured and has a pension set-up in accordance with Swiss standards. He is familiar with the system, understands the basics, and is able to make informed decisions.

What convinced him in particular: the combination of specialized knowledge and personal guidance.

Important topics for newcomers to Switzerland

Versicherungs-Check-Up
Insurance check-up

In our insurance check-up, we assess your existing personal and property insurance policies. We analyze your status quo, identify coverage gaps or overinsurance, and ensure that you are insured comprehensively and cost-efficiently.

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Switching health insurance provider

Learn how you may be able to save hundreds of francs a year by simply switching to another health insurance provider, while finding the best supplementary insurance for your needs. Conduct an insurance analysis with smzh today to unlock your benefits.

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Taxes & tax report

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