This week’s article mentions that while “we all face risk with our retirement income, overall, women are subject to more financial risks than men, especially in their later years.” The author goes on to explain that “there are a number of ways for women to overcome the various financial challenges and achieve the optimal amount of income for their retirement. By identifying the risks, educating themselves about the risks, and learning how to work around or eliminate these risks, women will be able to clear those retirement hurdles with ease.” The article references five significant hurdles for women that a financial economist has highlighted, and suggests that indexed annuities may play a role in dealing with them. Call us when you get a moment so that we can tell you more about this important retirement product. We’re here to help.
