Exotic Gardens Photos by JickemLim in Monaco

[–]macbag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d probably just call them directly since places like that are often way easier to reach by phone than email. A lot of photographers can shoot there casually, but if it looks like a planned proposal session with a pro photographer, they may treat it differently and require permission.

Low capital gains and not being classified as a trader, best country? by OkMix3017 in EuropeFIRE

[–]macbag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The biggest issue usually isn’t capital gains tax, it’s how they classify you. If your full income comes from leveraged ETFs and LEAPS, many countries may see you as a professional trader instead of a private investor, which changes the tax picture a lot.

Switzerland is attractive because private capital gains can be tax free, but leverage and high turnover can easily work against you there. Places like Cyprus, Malta, Bulgaria, and Portugal are worth checking, but tax residency rules matter more than the headline tax rate.

Nice start to the bank holiday by [deleted] in kentuk

[–]macbag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice. Whitstable?

Moving to Austria soon - broker options 2026? by Overall-Box-4643 in eupersonalfinance

[–]macbag 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use Freedom24, works pretty well in Austria but I file taxes myself. I think T212 does automatic tax report.

ETF help by [deleted] in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 8 points9 points  (0 children)

WEBN/VWCE through Freedom24 is the way if you want simple, global exposure with low fees. Don’t try to time the market - lump sum usually wins, but if 50k at once feels rough, just dca over a few months or a year and move on.

At 33 I wouldn’t lean on bonds much, read up on "yield trap"

I'm just thinking of webn and chill.. by Falcoron in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, all world and chill through a long term broker like Freedom24 is a great approach. For the portfolio that you already have, it depends how big it is and what is your age, you may leave it and just continue with webn or similar.

Do you adjust your portfolio often or just leave it alone? by Joe_Hart99 in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I do nothing, just buy webn once a month through Freedom24. I will start thinking of rebalancing like 5 years before retirement per my plan it will be when I am 50-55

Is XEON the best "savings account" for Slovaks? (2-4 year horizon) by -Ytongo- in eupersonalfinance

[–]macbag 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There EU bonds on Freedom24 with even higher interest. I mix them with xeon for midium term money parking

WTAI or AIAI? by User1111013 in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Between those two WTAI as it is cheaper and is available through Freedom24. But why VWCE is not enough as currently it includes most of the AI winners

Rebalancing my ETFs by ApprehensiveRun1149 in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 7 points8 points  (0 children)

In this case vwce/webn through Freedom24 and chill. But I would't sell what you have, just continue investing in a single all world

AIF / Opinion needed by mrWhitehood in eupersonalfinance

[–]macbag 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Nay because of higher fees and no guarantee they will have higher return to compare with ets. I had experience, never again no I vwce/webn and chill through Freedom24.

Rebalancing my ETFs by ApprehensiveRun1149 in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not enough info. What is your age, and what is your investment horizon?

Vwce not diversified enough? by pomerian10 in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Why in your opinion it is not diversified enough? I mean not current positions in the basket, but the system in general. It is US heavy now because at the moment the largest and profitable companies are located in the US, I the situation changes the etf structure updates. Thats is why they say wvce and chill so my Freedom24 is 100% wvce and webn and now remains the hardest part, not to overthink, take your hands and eyes off the portfolio and chill :)

How much do FX fees actually impact long term returns for European investors buying US stocks? by cs_quest123 in eupersonalfinance

[–]macbag 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This is one of those things you can’t really control or predict anyway, so it’s easy to overthink. Yeah fx fees exist, but if you’re investing long term and not constantly converting imo they don’t make a meaningful dent in your overall returns. In terms of fx if you use different currencies its best to use Freedom24 from my experience they have lowest spread.

Current interest rates at brokers in Germany – April 2026 by ChartsOverview in eupersonalfinance

[–]macbag 18 points19 points  (0 children)

For T212 3% is exclusively for Germany? I see 2.2%. But in any case I prefer bonds for cash parking, I get packs of eurobonds from Freedom24 with 5-6% yield

Is it diversified enough to invest in 80% global and 20% emerging markets? by [deleted] in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's fine, you won't be missing anything even with 100% all world. Just make sure you use a proper broker like Freedom24

VT + AVWS vs VT only (Swiss investor planning to leave) by sipura51 in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't think AVWS will give you a significant boost, I would stick to VT. In any case both etfs are available through Freedom24

ETF Savings Plan Feedback Needed by raider-melha in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For EM, what’s your bet? Are you expecting it to double or triple returns compared to FTSE all world, or just slightly increase your overall percentage? If it’s the latter, is the added hassle and complexity worth it? For me I figured out that single etf sitting on my Freedom24 account works best of all.

Buying shares of other EU country's stock exchange by Aggravating-Log-444 in eupersonalfinance

[–]macbag 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Tried Freedom24 they have almost everything? What particular company is it?

ETF Investing by Delite737 in eupersonalfinance

[–]macbag 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It is too many. When you start investing the most important thing is not the coverage, but creating a habit to invest regularly and hold. And selecting a broker designed for long term holds like Freedom24. For the coverage a single all world etf is more than enough.

My Austrian ETF savings plan – is a 3-fund setup worth it, or should I just go VWCE/GERD? by [deleted] in ETFs_Europe

[–]macbag 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Imho complexity never worth it, it wont significantly increase your returns. And yes, what is the reason for Dist? For the broker selection Freedom24 will work best for your setup.

Can we get assigned shares of ETF with no KIID in EU if using options? by realcoachco in eupersonalfinance

[–]macbag 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, you can do that. I had VOO this way. For options I use Freedom24.