I would agree that for women to seriously understand how to manage and invest their finances on their own is very helpful for long-term planning and independence...either as single, even married when you wish to do something on your own that requires money and later in retirement years when no man or other partner is in your life to share financial responsibilities.

I am actually intrigued how little BMWs women here discuss at a general level about financial planning..and how to make wise investments. Some of it is not rocket science but does require a change in lifestyle, priorities and discipline. Yes, having less material stuff..is just better.
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