According to U.S. Census Bureau research, women earn roughly 80 cents on the dollar compared with men. Of course, the mantra in a primary earner household is, “what’s mine is ours.” The income is meant to support the household. Life events and financial shocks can wreak havoc on the best-laid plans. The biggest disruptors are divorce, disability, unemployment, and widowhood. Even a working woman may have to leave the workforce prematurely to be the primary caregiver for her spouse or aging parents.

Source: Forbes May 09, 2018 19:18 UTC