Women and financial independence study: Schwab white paper

The number of high net worth women across the country is on the rise, and many of them are calling the financial shots in their households.There's an urgency to better understand – and effectively serve – this influential group of independent-minded women. But it's not so simple, and certainly not something to do on gut. Schwab Advisor Services conducted the Women and Financial Independence Study to provide some real insights into who high net worth women are, and what they are seeking from their advisers. An interesting picture emerged from our findings. For example, high net worth women favor performance over planning, though planning is still very important. They prefer shared decision-making versus sole control. The gender of an adviser matters less than age. And face-time is more important than email. Complete details can be found in the following pages.