Women have their own unique challenges when it comes to retirement, especially given that they outlive their partners or spouses more often than not. Proper planning can help assure a surviving spouse that they have the income to continue their lifestyle after a partner passes away.

Takeaways

• Health care concerns also play into this, especially long-term care
• Statistics show that women age 65+ are more likely than men to live below the federal poverty level
• Proper planning can help prevent this from occurring