Every Woman Over 50 Should Know Their Finances...Here's Why.

Every woman over 50 needs to know her finances — not someday, now. How many of us have said "my husband handles that" about investments, life insurance, and passwords... until one day he doesn't?

In this brutally honest conversation, Stacey Aquino shares what happened when she left her 27-year marriage — married at 20, mom of 6 — and had to put her lawyer's retainer on her husband's credit card. We talk about the financialvulnerability so many midlife women face in gray divorce and widowhood, and how to get prepared before a crisis forces you to.

40% of divorces happen after age 50. Women over 50 who divorce see their standard of living drop by 45% vs 21% for men. And every year, about a millionwomen become widows. This episode is for any woman who wants financial independence without shame or overwhelm.

IN THIS EPISODE:

Why "my husband handles that" is a risk for women over 50

Stacey's story: leaving a long-term marriage and starting over at 50

The defining moment during will preparation that changed everything

What every midlife woman needs to know about money, divorce after 50, and widow finances

How to start getting financially literate even if you've delegated it for years

GUEST: Stacey Aquino — brutally honest, totally vulnerable, nothing offthe table. You may know her viral TikTok story.

Tell me in the comments: Have you ever said "my husband handlesthat"? What’s one money thing you’re taking back this month?

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About Before Boca: A podcast for women rediscovering who they are after being everyone else's everything — marriage, career pivots, parenting adult kids, friendship shifts, and finding purpose between empty nest and retirement.