Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way
Gone are the days when the typical American woman was a stay-at-home mom. Today they are making waves - and money - in the business world
American Women in Business
Nine million companies in the U.S. are women-owned. They employ almost 8 million people and produce $4 trillion in sales. That is a big chunk of the U.S. economy in the hands of capable women.
Women Business Owners Still Face Financial Challenges
Although the number of women-owned businesses is on the rise, they still face some financial challenges. The Census Bureau is Survey of Business Owners shows that while women own 36 percent of businesses in the U.S. only 11.3 percent of the sales revenue generated went to female-owned businesses.
Growth Investing vs Value Investing
When you invest for growth you are usually seeking capital appreciation over the long term A value investor looks for bargains and chooses investments that have low prices in relation to such factors as earnings, sales, net current assets.
David Lerner Associates: Women and Asset Protection
Due to a decision to remain single, divorce or loss of a spouse, many women find themselves having to take charge of their financial affairs.
Four Things Women Need to Know about Social Security
The very first retirement benefit check was issued in 1940 and since then women have been relying on Social Security to provide much-needed retirement income.
David Lerner Associates: Indexed Universal Life Insurance
There are several types of life insurance - one that you may not be so familiar with is called Indexed Universal Life Insurance. (IUL)
Retirement Savings Challenges for Women
While women have more opportunities than ever before they often face unique obstacles that can make saving for retirement a challenge
Small Business Week: What Women Should Know When Starting a Business
Women-owned companies are growing much faster than every other segment of new business in our economy. There are some crucial factors for women to consider when starting a business.
Women and Retirement Planning
National Retirement Planning Week is of particular interest to women. Because their careers are often interrupted to care for children or elderly parents, women may spend less time in the workforce and earn less money than men in the same age group.