Getting married is a big step for any couple to take. Typically, when we think of the important factors of marriage, we relate it to a young couple finding compatibility, having children, and reaching life goals together. Finding love later in life—after having children, reaching certain life goals, and already having assets acquired—has a completely…
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5 Ways Women Over 65 Can Still Plan for a Secure Retirement
Planning for retirement starts in your twenties, but what if you are in your sixties and nearing retirement and haven’t planned properly? Is there anything that you can do to make your retirement more financially independent? The answer is yes. Here are 5 ways a women over 65 can still plan for a financially independent retirement: Develop good habits…
The Top Financial Issues Facing Retired Women in 2017
When you think of your retirement years, you probably imagine a relaxing and peaceful time in life. Enjoying time with your grandchildren and traveling more may be at the top of your list of things to do; however, there are several factors to take into account to help increase your confidence that your retirement will be financially independent and that…
The Emotional Burden of Caring For Loved Ones
Over 65 million people provide care for an elderly family member on a routine basis. But if you happen to be a woman, the chances of that responsibility falling to you are almost twice as likely. One study estimates 66 percent of caregivers are females over the age of 50; whereas, only 34 percent of males over the age…
5 Steps to Redoing Your Estate Plan After a Divorce
Going through a divorce is a major life change, but it can also be a fresh start that allows you to look forward to new opportunities and to set and plan your own priorities. One of those opportunities is re-defining your future estate distribution plans while also ensuring you will be remembered the way you…
Why More & More Women Are Single In Retirement
The number of currently married women who will live alone at some point during their retirement years, due to widowhood or a late divorce continues to grow at a steady pace. With 27.5 million married baby boomer women now heading into retirement, many may find themselves woefully unprepared financially for living life on their own….
What Women May Need to Know About Retirement Planning
When it comes to planning for retirement, there is no one-size-fits-all option. While the retirement goal of being able to live comfortably during your golden years may be the same for men and women, the path to reach that goal can be very different. There are many issues that women need to account for; that…
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