Can single women be financially
successful? 

In our society, women still are expected to get married as a way of securing their financial future. However, the modern day woman is often putting off marriage until her career is established or forgoing walking down the aisle altogether. In this episode, Jackie Porter talks with Kathleen about how the myth that single women can’t be financially successful without a man hurts her clients and why she has dedicated her career to empowering women to be money smart.

Key Take Aways:

1. Women should invest time to learn more about money and investing. You may know you should be more actively involved in your financial life, but not take action. Listen to Jackie highlight the real financial implications of not proactively managing your money – whether single or married.

2. If you are in a committed relationship, it is vital to break money silence with your partner. Ideally, talk about money with your partner before you walk down the aisle. Discuss how each of you will stay involved in the money decisions, and what would happen should you decide to split. It may not sound romantic but discussing finances with your partner can increase intimacy. Listen and find out how. 

3. Learning more about finance can be fun! Jackie offers a great event for clients that includes a night out at the theater. Find out more about how you can combine entertaining activities with financial lessons. 

Jackie Porter is an award-winning financial planner and for 18 years serving thousands of families, established businesses, and professionals in the Greater Toronto Area. She is the co-author Single by Choice or Chance, the smart woman’s guide to living longer, better. As one of Canada’s most recognized financial planners, her advice has been featured in top financial publications such as Forum, Wealth Professional, Investment Executive, and The Globe & Mail.

Show Notes:

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