For many women, planning for the financial side of retirement falls to the very bottom of their priority list. Not even ironing or cleaning up after a big Thanksgiving dinner is lower on the list. But ignoring the realities of planning for retirement doesn’t make the problem go away, and can often make it so much worse. But, it's time to take charge! Recognizing … [Read more...] about Overcoming “Ladies’ Liabilities” in Retirement Planning
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Women Make History for Women’s Retirement Security
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
Ladies: How Big Is Your Freedom Fund?
Many Boomer women have been part of a couple for 30 or more years by now. Some may have worked outside the home; others devoted themselves to being at-home moms; and, still others chose to do both. Women are the ultimate jugglers and multi-taskers managing home, children, spouse, work, elderly parents and more! Don’t Forget That You Are an Individual While handling … [Read more...] about Ladies: How Big Is Your Freedom Fund?
Shoe Shopping in Retirement? You Betcha!
Let’s face it. If there is anything women know and love, it’s our shoes. We know of the excesses of the rich and famous. So many have closets full of expensive Manolo Blahniks and Jimmy Choos. But many of us “regular” gals have closets full of shoes too. One study calculated the average amount of money women spend on shoes over a lifetime and it's a lot. We buy … [Read more...] about Shoe Shopping in Retirement? You Betcha!
Why IS Planning for Retirement Different for Women?
Every now and again I get an email out of the clear blue from someone I don’t know. After making sure it’s not spam, I take a look. Not long ago, the editor of another website contacted me. She asked me to be a guest blogger for their retirement site, Retirement & Good Living. They had seen my first book, What’s the Deal with® …Retirement Planning for Women?, and asked … [Read more...] about Why IS Planning for Retirement Different for Women?
