It’s always exciting when your salary lands in your bank account. I know I’m always ready to plan out my month ahead! But have you ever stopped to think about the portion of your salary that doesn’t show up in your account? You know, the part that goes to taxes? Most people in Sweden assume … Read more
I believe this topic could challenge some of our conventional beliefs. For many people, buying rather than renting seems like an obvious choice. Conventional wisdom suggests that buying is always better if you plan to live somewhere for the long term. You’ve probably heard: “Buying a property is always a good investment.“ “Why would you … Read more
If you have found your way to mykronor, you’re likely somewhat familiar with what you’re going to read. However, I want mykronor to be accessible to everyone, whether you’re a total novice or a seasoned investor. Therefore, I thought it would be good to cover some basics of investing. Stocks and funds are ubiquitous in … Read more
This is the first post in a category that I’m going to call My Journal. Consider this category to be a collection of snippets from my life. Mykronor is designed to be a resource that helps people navigate their financial life in Sweden. At the same time, I hope it carries a part of me, … Read more
You’re not alone if you find it difficult to wrap your head around the Swedish pension system. I’ve been there, and I’ve probably over Googled it too. After all, a good chunk of the taxes you pay go into your pensions, so it’s definitely worth understanding what you’re getting. Who knows, maybe future me will … Read more
At this point, you’ve probably been working for a few months, built up an emergency fund, and now you’re thinking: “How do I actually make my money grow?” Excellent, this is exactly why I started mykronor! Think of this post as your friendly neighbourhood guide to navigating Sweden’s investment account maze. Let’s get into it. … Read more
So, you’ve landed that dream job in Sweden? Signed the contract and planning your big move? Awesome, then this guide is for you! Before you start your financial life in Sweden, there are a few important things you’ll need to sort out. The Swedish system is great, from universal healthcare to generous parental benefits; however, … Read more
