5 Unique Financial Planning Considerations for Women

Societal factors and common life changes mean women face unique financial planning considerations.

It’s tempting to think that money is an equalizer or that “investing is investing” regardless of the investor’s demographics. However, there are key differences in financial planning for women. Both societal factors and common life events can impact a woman’s financial position and her resulting investment choices. In this episode, I’ll review five financial planning considerations for women to help better equip you to meet and overcome challenges that may lie ahead.

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Kathy Longo

Kathy Longo is a Certified Financial Planner® practitioner, Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy®, and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst with over twenty-five years of wealth management experience. She is the founder and president of Flourish Wealth Management, an independent boutique wealth management firm in the Minneapolis area.

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5 Unique Financial Planning Considerations for Women

Kathy Longo

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The Importance of Designating Beneficiaries

EQ + IQ = Wealth: How Emotional Intelligence Shapes Stronger Financial Choices

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Closing the Year Right: Reviewing and Adjusting Financial Goals for 2026

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How to Catch Up on Retirement Savings: Strategies for Late Starters

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