Wise Women Money Quiz: How Money-Wise Are You?

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Awareness is the first step in gaining financial freedom.

Test Your Knowledge

Do you know where you stand in terms of Money Smarts?

The following questions are based on Oppenheimer Funds
research. It only takes a minute to see how much you know about dealing
with money.

1. Sixty-percent of all women end up managing their own finances at some point in their lives. T or F

2. Most women invest their portfolios in investments that are too conservative. T or F

3. Most stock market investors get wiped out at least once in their lifetime. T or F

4. Two thousand dollars is the minimum amount needed to invest in a mutual fund. T or F

5. You need about 75% of your pre-retirement income to live comfortable during retirement. T or F

6. If a 45-year old woman plans to retire at age 60, she can expect to live 21 years in retirement. T or F

7. Between stocks, bonds and CD's, over the last 30 years bonds have appreciated the most out of any investment overall. T or F

8. If a woman can afford to invest only $50 a month she shouldn't bother. T or F

9. A 65-year old woman with an annual income of $50,000
can expect to have 50% of her income be replaced by Social Security. T
or F

10. A woman's intuitive ability to manage her emotions
around money is one of the most important aspects of Creating Wealth
over the long term. T or F

Answers:

1. FALSE- 90% of all women end up managing their own
finances at some point because of increasing divorce rates, becoming a
widow and because they live longer.

2. TRUE- Most women are too conservative in their investing.

3. FALSE- Historically not true. There are periods of
decline but over the last 50 years, the market has shown overall
long-term growth.

4. FALSE- You can open a Mutual Fund automatic account builder program for as little as $25 a month.

5. TRUE- According to studies by the WEFA Group you need
70-80% of your pre-retirement income when you retire. That means if you
earn $45,000 when you retire, you will need between $31,500 and $36,000
per year during retirement.

6. TRUE- According to the National Center For Health
Statistics, a woman that is 45 who plans to retire at 60 can plan on
living 21 years, to the age of 81. Because women live so long, good
retirement planning can make a very big difference in how comfortably
you live throughout your later years.

7. FALSE. According to Ibbotson Associates, over the last 30 years stocks have been the top performing asset class.

8. FALSE- a monthly investment of $50 growing at 8% a year would be worth $9,147 in 10 years and $29,451 in 20 years.

9. False- She can expect Social Security to replace 30%
of her pre-retirement income or $15,000 if she had been earning $50,000
a year.

10. TRUE- You go girl! You KNOW it's true!!

Information for this quiz was researched by Cynthia Fick,
expert financial planner. Research findings come from the Oppenheimer
Women and Investing Quiz, Ibbotson Associates, the National Center of
Health Statistics and a WEFA Group Study.

Here are your results:

8-10 Correct

Great job! You are a Money-Smart Woman. You have a solid
understanding of the issues that affect women's financial lives. Are
you using those smarts to live the life of your dreams? Consider
meeting with a Financial Coach to complete a Review of your goals and
take a picture of where you are now financially. Come to www.coachingfromspirit.com/rd.cfm?id=54
to receive a free Sprecial Report, The Top Five Reasons Why Most Women
Aren’t Wealthy and How You Can Change That, from Cynthia Fick, expert
financial planner. This report divulges the concrete steps to financial
happiness. You can also register for a FREE 60-minute Teleclass
entitled, “Wise Women Are Rich: Three Secrets to Creating Wealth.”
Cynthia Fick and Founder of Coaching from Spirit, Sharon Wilson will
teach you simple strategies to create more financial security and more
prosperity. To register come to http://www.coachingfromspirit.com/rd.cfm?id=24

6-7 Correct

Pretty Good! You are a Financially-Striving Woman. You've
started to grasp how important it is for women to be in control of
their finances. However, you may not be saving enough to meet your
financial goals. Take this opportunity to make sure you are saving
enough for retirement and your other financial needs for the future.
Ask yourself, am I living the life of my dreams? If not, think about
what’s holding you back. Come to www.coachingfromspirit.com/rd.cfm?id=54
to receive a free Special Report, The Top Five Reasons Why Most Women
Aren’t Wealthy and How You Can Change That, from Cynthia Fick, expert
financial planner, outlining tips to reach your short and long term
goals. You can also register for a FREE 60-minute Teleclass entitled,
“Wise Women Are Rich: Three Secrets to Creating Wealth.” Cynthia Fick
and Founder of Coaching from Spirit, Sharon Wilson will teach you
simple strategies to create more financial security and more
prosperity. To register come to http://www.coachingfromspirit.com/rd.cfm?id=24

0-5 Correct

You are a Financially-Naieve Woman. You have a bit to
learn about your finances, but don't despair! Many women are in your
situation. Just because you lack financial experience doesn't mean you
lack an ability to create wealth. Look at your beliefs about money and
the stories your family had about money when you were growing up to see
if they empower you financially. You also may want to ask yourself if
you are clear on what you want in your life financially. If you are not
where you want to be financially, why not? Come to www.coachingfromspirit.com/rd.cfm?id=54
to receive a free Special Report, The Top Five Reasons Why Most Women
Aren’t Wealthy and How You Can Change That, from Cynthia Fick, expert
financial planner. This free report lays out an easy to understand
process to develop financial security and prosperity. You can also
register for a FREE 60-minute Teleclass entitled, “Wise Women Are Rich:
Three Secrets to Creating Wealth.” Cynthia Fick and Founder of Coaching
from Spirit, Sharon Wilson will teach you simple strategies to create
more financial security and more prosperity. To register come to http://www.coachingfromspirit.com/rd.cfm?id=24

Remember: Financial security is different from financial
happiness. Every woman can have both. Make an effort to learn more
about financial planning and, with the help of a financial advisor or
financial coach, go over your portfolio to ensure that you're investing
to help meet your short- and long-term goals. If you are motivated to
take control of your financial future, come to www.coachingfromspirit.com/rd.cfm?id=54
to receive a free Special Report, The Top Five Reasons Why Most Women
Aren’t Wealthy and How You Can Change That, from Cynthia Fick, expert
financial planner. You can also register for a FREE 60-minute Teleclass
entitled, “Wise Women Are Rich: Three Secrets to Creating Wealth.”
Cynthia Fick and Founder of Coaching from Spirit, Sharon Wilson will
teach you simple strategies to create more financial security and more
prosperity. To register come to http://www.coachingfromspirit.com/rd.cfm?id=24

About the Author

Cynthia Fick is the lead partner of Financial Life Planners, LLC and a Registered Investment Advisor in a broad range of investments including stocks, bonds, stock options and mutual funds.  She is an expert in Financial and Retirement Planning as well as Tax and Estate Planning. 

ckfick@cox.net

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