Falling ill or having an accident while on holiday is no fun, but returning home to a pile of medical bills that you need to pay just adds insult to injury. But is travel insurance always necessary? More
If you are planning to spend your skiing holidays outside Switzerland, you should check your insurance cover before you set off, because rescue and treatment costs following an accident can quickly run into thousands. comparis.ch advises on how to avert a financial disaster. More
Anyone wanting to leave their current health insurer in order to take advantage of lower premiums elsewhere can do so until 30 November. If you have not yet taken action, now's the time to do so, as the countdown is on. And before you know it you'll have missed out on potential savings. More
If you're interested in a personal loan, it's a good idea to get clued up on the terminology. comparis.ch sheds light on the main terms in this easy-to-read guide. More
From the commute to work to lunch expenses – there are several simple ways to lower your tax bill. comparis.ch reveals how. More
Crowdlending brings people who are looking for loans and investors together. Loans can be transferred directly from person to person (peer-to-peer lending) via Internet platforms. This has a number of advantages and disadvantages. More
Riding on two wheels is a high-risk way to travel, but you can improve your safety by wearing the right protective gear. comparis.ch provides essential tips on clothing for bikers. More
Your insurer on board – with “pay how you drive”, your driving behaviour affects your insurance premium. What you need to know. More
Slippery, icy roads are to be expected in winter. But if you’ve already experienced what it’s like when your vehicle skids on a sheet of ice, you know that it’s not exactly a barrel of laughs. A skid control course can help you survive the winter without incident. More
Although a hot summer's day can be stunningly beautiful, the thunderstorms that often follow in the evening can be just as dramatic. If equipment such as TV or computer is damaged by a lightning strike, you need to report the damage as soon as you can. More
You might think that selling a house is simple. Unfortunately, there are plenty of pitfalls that could trip you up on the way. A professional estate agent can provide the support you need. More
Networked household appliances don't just make your everyday life easier – they also protect you against break-ins and help you to save energy. Good, affordable solutions are now available at entry level, too. comparis.ch has compiled a summary of how they work, what their advantages are and how much they cost. More
Many have mixed feelings about the flu vaccine, and some categorically refuse it. But there are good reasons to protect yourself from catching a flu virus. More
Tiny needles with a big impact: acupuncture is becoming increasingly popular as a means of preparing for childbirth and even of easing the birth itself. More
In Switzerland, one in three children are now born by caesarean section. The number of opponents of this trend is increasing all the time, however. It is therefore worth looking into the issue in more depth. More
Apple may well rub its hands with glee – biggest quarterly earnings ever, an unexpectedly popular iPhone X and a completely new type of device. The global technology giant continues to ride the wave of success. More
It was a tense end to 2017 at Apple. The battery problem had whipped up a storm of criticism in the media. You can read more about Apple's response and the developments at the turn of the year here. More
Voice activation is gaining in popularity with more and more information services such as the news, timetables and weather forecasts now available via voice activation. These services now include "comparis immobilien", the property finder service from comparis.ch. More
Is your bank account looking empty? Are your unpaid bills piling up? If you want to avoid financial problems, then you need to draw up a household budget. comparis.ch gives you tips on how to keep your spending under control and where you can make savings. More
Keen shoppers have reason to be pleased. Thanks to a reduction in VAT, shopping will be 0.3 per cent cheaper this year. But those who are sensitive to the cold will have to wrap up warm – or pay extra – because the price of heating oil is going up. More
Clothes, cosmetics, food: goods purchased abroad are often cheaper than they are in Switzerland. In this article, we will tell you about the points you need to keep in mind when shopping in neighbouring countries. More
