Women live longer and will likely earn less than men, so their investment goals need to reflect this, and putting their money to work becomes even more important. Here are a few tips to get started. Investing and perfection don't go together - don't worry about not knowing enough. The key is to get involved and improve over time. A financial planner can help take some of the fear out of investing - just be sure to find one that's right for you.
Women traditionally earn less and work for fewer years then men, but live longer.
This makes planning for retirement especially important. Taking control of your financial future doesn't need to be daunting - women all over the country are discovering how to invest. They tend to make less, live longer, and they risk less. And it's interesting that women feel like they need to know an awful lot before they take a single step. That's why she hires one.