Women are more educated and successful than ever. Yet, when it comes to their money, they still tend to stand on the sidelines, according to financial experts.
Read MoreUnderstand how Social Security spousal benefits work to make the most of your retirement funds.
Read MoreThe average benefit for a retired woman of 65 is $14,184 a year, versus $18,000 for men the same age.
Read MoreThe average 65-year-old male-female couple retiring in 2019 will spend an estimated $285,000 on health care over the rest of their lives.
Read MoreWomen hoping to retire by age 67 face a tough choice: sock away more cash now or delay retirement even further.
Read MoreFinancial advisor Avani Ramnani of Francis Financial says younger people are also poor at retirement planning, with nearly 60 percent of workers under 25 not participating in 401(k) plans.
Read MoreAs you head into retirement, there’s a chance you also are entering a special time to do some serious tax planning.
Read MoreWomen, recent research showed, graduate with more debt, take longer to pay it off and receive less help from their parents when it comes to handling that burden. As a professional financial adviser, what’s your advice for women right out of college, who are sort of finding their footing financially — often with plenty of student debt on their shoulders?
Read MoreFor many workers, saving for retirement is a priority. The rule of thumb is to start saving early so the money has a long period of time to grow.
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