It wasn’t all that long ago that women who stayed home to raise their children could not save for retirement. By law. Women's retirement security largely depended on their husbands planning and abilities. Thankfully, that is changing. But, not as quickly as you might think. Initially, IRAs didn't offer women's retirement security IRAs were originally set … [Read more...] about Women Make History for Women’s Retirement Security
April is National “Everything Financial Month”
Have you noticed how every month is a National "something" month, and how every day has become a national “something else” day? Many bring awareness to a topic and breaks through the clutter of too much of everything. Other times, these national <fill in the blank> days are just silly and add humor to a long day. Whatever you think of them, they have become part of the … [Read more...] about April is National “Everything Financial Month”
IRAs for Married Women: The Hidden Importance We Often Overlook
I was very excited to see my first article published in the esteemed publication, Retirement Weekly, a MarketWatch premium newsletter published by Dow Jones & Co. I have been invited to write about women’s issues around retirement, and since it’s “IRA Season”, the first article is about the hidden importance of IRAs for married women. It appeared in the March 10, 2017 … [Read more...] about IRAs for Married Women: The Hidden Importance We Often Overlook
Learn to Navigate the SSA Website
This Scavenger Hunt Helps You Find the Social Security Information You Need Online It is shocking to hear the number of misconceptions people have around Social Security. Among them are that you can claim at 62 and get a bump up at Full Retirement Age. Not so. Another is that divorced spouses cannot claim on an ex-spouse. But, if you meet certain rules, you sure … [Read more...] about Learn to Navigate the SSA Website
Create Structure to Your Retirement Days – and A Little Style
Boomers getting ready to retire tend to fall into three distinct categories: 1) those who are so excited they count down the days; 2) those who are terrified and dread the mere thought of not having anywhere to go; and 3) those who pretend they will never retire. They each have their charm and perspectives. But, one common, overarching theme is that preparing to step off … [Read more...] about Create Structure to Your Retirement Days – and A Little Style
