So what’s holding back so many women business owners?

By SHARON G. HADARY, The Wall Street Journal.  Picture by Andrea Levy
The phenomenal growth of women-owned businesses has made headlines for three decades—women consistently have been launching new enterprises at twice the rate of men, and their growth rates of employment and revenue have outpaced the economy.
So, it [...]

Wealth Creation For Women

Wealth creation and freedom are no longer a part of the boys club.  Many smart, savvy women are now creating financial freedom.  Our banks, investment companies and financial planners specifically target these financially sophisticated females.  It’s hard to believe that wealth creation for women was an unheard of industry 10 years ago! 
When you are [...]

The housing market for women…

Given the positive movement in our economic climate, many women are now reconsidering their current financial options.  I spoke to Olivia Maragna from Aspire Retire Financial Services about this recently.  Olivia has kindly answered 2 pressing questions, particularly for those considering buying into the housing market for the first time:
To buy or rent currently?
Home loans [...]

Shop til you drop…

Who doesn’t love going out and spending money?  ‘Retail therapy’ has been a long held comforting tradition for many when our emotional barometer hits stormy waters.  
Our love of shopping and living beyond our means has now become a way of life for many Australians, with Australia’s credit card bill reaching an all time high. 
According [...]