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Stories, tips, and insights about coliving, community life, and the Geneva cross-border lifestyle.
Franco-Swiss Culture Shock: The Geneva Cross-Border Worker's Survival Guide
The Franco-Swiss border doesn't just separate two countries — it separates two cultures. Punctuality, hierarchy, attitudes to money: the codes to understand for integration.
Coliving: Who It's For (And Who It's Not For)
Coliving is attracting more people, but is it right for you? Ideal profiles, counter-indications, testimonials — the honest guide to knowing if coliving suits you.
Daily Life as a Geneva Cross-Border Worker: Shopping, Sports, Going Out
Where to shop? Which gym? The best restaurants? Complete guide to daily life in the Annemasse-Geneva cross-border area.
Building a Network in Geneva When You Arrive Alone: A Practical Guide
Arriving alone in the Geneva region is exciting but isolating. Here are concrete methods to build a solid social and professional network in just a few weeks.
Housing Scams Near Geneva: How to Spot and Avoid Cross-Border Traps
The cross-border rental market attracts scammers. Fake landlords, wire fraud, ghost apartments — here's how to protect yourself.
Banking, Phone, Internet: Best Cross-Border Deals Near Geneva
Which bank for a cross-border worker? Which mobile plan works on both sides of the border? Which internet provider? Our tested recommendations.
Cross-Border Rental Application: How Not to Get Rejected
A Swiss franc salary and a rental application on the French side: the cross-border tenant's puzzle. Here's how to build a bulletproof file.
Arriving Alone in Geneva: Your Complete 30-Day Guide
Moving alone to the Geneva area can feel overwhelming. Here's a day-by-day action plan for your first 30 days, from paperwork to building your social circle.
Remote Work and Cross-Border Workers: Rules, Limits, and Where to Set Up Your Office
The 25% rule, tax impact, coliving and coworking workspaces. Everything a cross-border worker needs to know about remote work.
Working at International Organizations in Geneva: Where to Live on the French Side?
UN, WHO, ICRC, CERN: each campus is in a different location. The housing guide optimized by organization.
Parking, Bike, LĂ©man Express: The Real Transport Cost for Cross-Border Workers
A car costs 500-950 CHF/month, the LĂ©man Express 80 CHF. Complete cross-border transport budget breakdown and winning combos.
Ville-la-Grand, Ambilly, Annemasse: Real Travel Times to Geneva Based on Your Job
Map of real travel times (not Google Maps) from the border area to Geneva's 5 employment hubs. All transport modes compared.
Geneva Cross-Border Taxation: What Changes for Your Net Pay in 2026
Withholding tax, French declaration, quasi-resident, 3rd pillar: from your gross to your real net, with concrete numbers.
Cross-Border Health Insurance: LAMal or CMU, What Impact on Your Housing Budget?
The LAMal vs CMU-PUMa choice changes your budget by 200-500 CHF/month. Salary simulator and concrete housing impact.
All-Inclusive: How Much You Really Save in Coliving (The Table)
We add up everything a studio demands in extras: gym, cleaning, WiFi, furniture, streaming. The result will surprise you.
Studio in Geneva vs Flatshare in France: The Real Budget Compared (2026)
Line-by-line comparison between a Geneva studio, French-side flatshare, and all-inclusive coliving. The real numbers, hidden charges included.
Living in Coliving: Testimonies & Community Life at La Villa
What's life really like in coliving? Testimonies from cross-border workers and young professionals about daily experience.
Annemasse-Geneva Transport: LĂ©man Express, Bus & Bike in 2026
Annemasse-Geneva cross-border transport 2026: LĂ©man Express, tram, bus, bike. Cost, duration, practical options.
Benefits of Coliving for Young Professionals Near Geneva
Young professional near Geneva? Discover why coliving changes the game for your quality of life and network.
Colocation in Annemasse, Ville-la-Grand & Ambilly: Where & How to Find?
Looking for colocation near Geneva? Guide to best zones, where to find, how to negotiate, and real costs.
Moving Near Geneva as a Cross-Border Worker: The Complete Checklist
Setting up near Geneva as a cross-border worker takes preparation. Here's the complete checklist so you don't forget anything.
How Much Rent as a Cross-Border Worker in Geneva? 2026 Comparison
Cross-border worker near Geneva—how much rent should you pay? Compare real prices and discover the market's true value.
Coliving vs Colocation: Key Differences & How to Choose
Is coliving the same as colocation? No. One is organized community living, the other is just sharing an apartment.
Furnished Room in Annemasse & Near Geneva: The Complete 2026 Guide
Looking for a furnished room in Annemasse or Ville-la-Grand? Discover real prices, top locations, and how to avoid cross-border market pitfalls.
Greater Geneva in 2026: What's Changing for Cross-Border Workers This Year
New transport lines, urban projects, tax changes: 2026 looks set to be a pivotal year for cross-border workers in Greater Geneva. Overview of the changes that will impact your daily life.
Geneva Without a Car: The Soft Mobility Guide for Cross-Border Workers
Living car-free as a cross-border worker? It's possible! Between Léman Express, bike lanes and public transport, discover how to reach Geneva easily from Annemasse, Ambilly or Ville-la-Grand while saving over 500€ per month.
Shared Housing Budget Near Geneva in 2026: The Complete Guide
How much does shared housing near Geneva really cost? Studio vs coliving comparison, hidden costs and tips to save 30-50% on your cross-border housing.
5 mistakes to avoid when looking for housing as a cross-border worker
Discover the 5 most common mistakes made by cross-border workers when searching for housing near Geneva. From underestimated timeframes to real estate scams, learn to avoid the pitfalls of the cross-border rental market.
Best Cross-Border Neighborhoods to Live Near Geneva in 2026
Ville-la-Grand, Ambilly, Annemasse, Gaillard, Saint-Julien... Which French neighborhood to choose when working in Geneva? Transport, prices and quality of life comparison.
Shared Housing for Expats in Geneva: How to Settle In Easily in 2026
Arriving in Geneva for a new job? G permit, housing, community... The practical guide for expats who want to settle quickly on the French side.
Living in France, Working in Geneva: The Complete Cross-Border Worker Guide
Over 100,000 cross-border workers live in France and work in Geneva daily. This guide explores the cross-border lifestyle: financial benefits, transport systems, best neighborhoods, housing challenges, and how coliving transforms the experience.
What is Coliving and Why It Matters in 2025
Coliving is far more than a trend: it's a structural response to housing crisis and urban isolation. Discover what it is, who uses it, why it matters in 2025, and how it differs from alternatives.