News and insights
Legal and regulatory developments, new products and changes in the Swiss insurance and financial markets can have tangible consequences for organisations and individuals.
In this section, our specialists share news, technical explanations and practical advice on insurance, risk management, pension provision, pension planning and mortgage financing.
Our content is designed to provide clear, objective, and practical information on developments that may impact you.
Abolition of the imputed rental value in 2029: who wins and who loses
On 1 April 2026, the Federal Council set 1 January 2029 as the date of entry into force of the reform of residential property taxation. The imputed rental…
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How to reduce business risks through an integrated insurance strategy
Every company is exposed every day to risks that can jeopardise business continuity, financial stability and future development. Property damage, liability…
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Employee Benefits: turning pension provision and insurance cover into a competitive advantage
Today, companies do not compete solely on products, services or prices. Increasingly, the ability to attract and retain qualified employees also depends on…
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The importance of supplementary accident insurance (UVG/LAA): protecting workers' well-being and financial stability
Find out about the limits of basic accident insurance (UVG/LAA) and how supplementary insurance can protect income, health and financial stability in the e…
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Occupational pensions: supplementary plans for executives and senior managers
A guide to occupational pensions for executives and senior managers. An analysis of 1e plans: investment flexibility, tax optimisation and employer brandin…
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The value of occupational pensions: a strategic opportunity for companies that want to retain staff and attract new talent
The importance of a high-quality BVG/LPP plan. From full-insurance solutions to (semi-)autonomous foundations, here is how to offer real benefits to employ…
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Occupational pensions: tax treatment and tax advantages
The tax benefits of the 2nd pillar (BVG/LPP) in Switzerland. Find out how to make voluntary buy-ins and plan your retirement in the best possible way.
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Machinery insurance and machinery casco insurance
Protecting your machinery fleet in Switzerland with machinery insurance and machinery casco policies: advantages, cover and useful tips.
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Public insurance tenders: how to draw up clear and comparable specifications
For public and semi-public entities, managing insurance cover requires a delicate balance between operational needs, regulatory compliance and economic sus…
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Risk management in public entities: business continuity and protection of public assets
Public and semi-public entities carry out activities every day that are essential to the region and the community. Infrastructure, healthcare services, sch…
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Pension planning for the self-employed: building security without a company pension fund
Becoming self-employed means gaining greater professional and decision-making freedom, but also taking on responsibilities that, as an employee, are often…
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Professional liability: which risks you really need to cover when self-employed
Working independently means taking on professional, operational and financial responsibilities every day. Many freelancers and owners of independent busine…
Read2nd and 3rd pillar: what changes with the Federal Council's new ordinances
Discover the Federal Council's latest changes to Swiss pension provision. Key changes for blended families and for the calculation of the 13th AHV/AVS pens…
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Mortgages and insurance: the most common mistakes in protecting your home
Buying a home is one of the most important financial and personal decisions in a person's life. Often, however, attention focuses almost exclusively on the…
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Pension planning and the 3rd pillar: how to avoid future gaps in your income
Pension planning is often tackled too late, when some important decisions have already been made or when gaps are starting to become difficult to close. In…
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Optimise your mortgages: why rely on our expertise in the current market
At Assidu, we understand the importance of making the right financial choices, especially when it comes to a mortgage. It is a long-term commitment, and it…
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BVG/LPP pension certificate: how to protect your future in Switzerland
Find out how to read your BVG/LPP pension certificate and understand your pension benefits in the event of illness or accident.
ReadMaking tax-deductible buy-ins to pillar 3a
Find out how to close contribution gaps in pillar 3a and obtain tax advantages with deductible buy-ins from 2025. A complete guide with procedures.
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Appointment of Yanis Sellami as Pension and Retirement Planning Specialist at Assidu SA
Assidu SA welcomes Yanis Sellami, a pension and retirement planning specialist with expertise in taxation, wealth management and international social insur…
ReadThe tax advantages of Swiss pension provision
Find out how to save tax in 2025 by making the most of the second and third pillars of Swiss pension provision. A guide for residents and cross-border comm…
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How ASSIDU changed the way it works with IT.
IT is important, which is why Assidu decided to bring its IT in-house.
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When everything stops: how Casinò Lugano came through the 2020 closure
Behind the lights of the gaming rooms, however, there is a real company. employees who every evening keep a precision mechanism running: croupiers and floo…
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