Reply #9: I agree, Buffy [View All]

[bliss_eternal]

I'd also like to see women taught about money, as part of basic education. Too many women think they need a man to handle, earn or understand money issues for them. I know this sounds silly in 2006--but I was surprised how many women share the attitudes of their mothers and even grandmothers about money.

When we give away that power, or expect someone else to possess that power it is dangerous.

Many years ago, I worked for a bankcard customer service dept. I can't tell you how many calls I took from women calling--their husband had died or left them, and they didn't understand what their statements meant. I think things have changed considerably(or at least I hope so), but some of this fear women have about money and finance still exists.