Financial Planning for Aging Women

This chapter explores the financial challenges a 60-year-old woman may encounter regarding her home and spouse, particularly in the context of losing her partner. It emphasizes the necessity of proactive financial planning and independence, rather than dependence on a husband's assets, while also discussing the importance of understanding prenups and wills within marriage.

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Dave Ramsey and Dr. John Delony answer your questions and discuss:

"My husband has been hiding money in the closet. How can I reason with him when he doesn't see a problem in this?"
"How much do we need to have saved in order to quit my job and pursue our dream?"
"How do we convince my mom that her new husband isn't doing right by her by not properly planning his estate?"
"My mother is financially enabling my sister while we are supporting her. What should we do?"
"How do I overcome childhood financial fears about money?"
"How can I avoid going to jail because I can't pay my divorce settlement"
"Should my girlfriend and I get a prenup?"
"Is it feasible to buy a house to include all our family or should we rent two separate living spaces?"
"What should we do with a $1 million inheritance?"

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