Nearly 70% of women identify as their household’s primary investment decision maker, yet only 16% of women feel very confident in their ability to fully retire with a comfortable lifestyle.1,2 These figures suggest that most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions needed to run a household, but when it comes to projecting…
If you’re looking for a clear checklist of what to do when a spouse dies, you’re not alone. Losing a spouse or partner is one of life’s most heartbreaking experiences. Amid the grief, you may find yourself facing a daunting list of actions needed and the process can feel overwhelming. Below is a practical checklist…
Retirement is a significant transition, and it can bring both challenges and opportunities for women who have spent many years focused on their careers. For women approaching retirement age, it is crucial to consider various tips and strategies to ensure a smooth and fulfilling transition. An elegant pivot from work life to a life of…
When it comes to retirement, women may face unique obstacles that can make saving for retirement more challenging. Given that women typically live longer than men, retirement money for women may need to stretch even further.1 Despite these challenges, a wise strategy can give women reasons to be hopeful. Get clear on your vision.…
Key Takeaways Despite sharing money management duties, only 19% of women feel very confident in their ability to retire comfortably. Compound interest may be one of the greatest secrets of smart investing. And time is the key to making the most of it. If you have left your long-term financial strategy to chance, now is…
When our parents retired, living to 75 amounted to a nice long life, and Social Security was often supplemented by a pension. The Social Security Administration (SSA) estimates that today’s average 67-year-old woman will live to age 88. Given these projections, it appears that a retirement of 20 years or longer might be in your…