Rob Chen

Hello and welcome to my blog.

  • I mostly write about my personal finance for an Expat in Europe.
  • Topics I enjoy writing about: Investing, FIRE, sport, and technology.
  • Get comfortable, grab yourself a beer, and have a look around. I’m certain you will find something you like.
Image of a quarterly financial report.

Report: First Quarter of 2026

The start of a new series focusing on quarterly financial reports, lifestyle updates, and general financial observations. This is one focuses on the first quarter of the year 2026.

March 31, 2026 · 4 min · Rob
Two rocks balancing each other out in the desert.

Series: FIRE investing in Germany - Taxes and Portfolio Rebalancing

Third and final part of a three part series. Here we go into a topic no one likes, taxes! Along with some asset / portfolio rebalancing, its benefits and why you should really do it.

January 28, 2026 · 5 min · Rob
Let's talk investment strategy for long-term success

Series: FIRE investing in Germany - Strategy and risk tolerance

Second part of a three part series. In this post, we’ll dive into the fun part of investing – figuring out your strategy aka what to buy!

January 7, 2026 · 4 min · Rob
So, you want to start investing in your future as an expat in the EU?

Series: FIRE investing in Germany - Foundations

First part of a three part series. Here I’ll cover some important information and foundational steps for anyone who wants to start their FIRE investing journey while living and working in the EU – for expats and locals alike.

January 6, 2026 · 5 min · Rob
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The basics of wealth accumulation

Here I’ll share my experience in accumulating wealth in Germany as an Expat. From how it all began, to how it went in the last years, and what I’m currently doing in the present day.

December 28, 2025 · 5 min · Rob
An AI rendition of a blog comment section.

The Giscus era, Free Comment Section Pt. 3

Once again, we revisit the comment section – hopefully the last time for the foreseeable future.

December 25, 2025 · 2 min · Rob
Plans for the new year 2026

Upcoming plans for 2026

My plans for the upcoming year of 2026. Finance, sports, IRL, and website plans and ideas.

December 22, 2025 · 4 min · Rob
A relaxing day at the pool

2025, a Year in Review

A yearly review for 2025. Lots of growth in finances, wonderful new life experiences and new sport challenges mastered.

December 12, 2025 · 8 min · Rob
Taipei half-marathon image.

Marathons, Preparation and Training, and Life in General

What training for a marathon and endurance sports, can teach you about life, grit and other lessons.

November 9, 2025 · 5 min · Rob
Comment sections are crucial for any blog.

Building a Simple, Free Comment Section Pt. 2

Part 2 and hopefully the final update to the saga of the comment section implementation for this blog.

July 29, 2025 · 2 min · Rob