It’s no secret that the gender wage gap has remained remarkably obstinate for our lifetime and, inevitably, becomes a significant shortfall at retirement. While divorced, widowed women are more likely…
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#PlanLikeaWoman: Retirement Planning for Women on Women's History Month
As you may or may not know, March is Women’s History Month, and with that comes the need to ensure your advisor – male or female – is open to…
Why are Women Taking Less Part in Couples’ Retirement Planning?
New research finds that women tend to leave crucial money moves up to their spouses or significant others, which sets them back financially. But couples can take several steps to…
Women, Divorce and Retirement: How to Get the Help You Need.
Divorce is costly. But divorce in retirement is costly and complex. Especially if you’re a woman. Few things savage your personal finances more than divorce. The closer you are to…
How Women Can Benefit from the SECURE Act
Women are undeniably in a worse position than men when it comes to retirement security. While the SECURE Act does nothing to lower the distribution amount for women vs. men,…
Do Women Have the Short Straw in Retirement?
Although a significant number of American workers are already failing to adequately prepare for retirement, women, in particular, have some additional challenges to consider as they plan for their future…