Women have historically had the odds stacked against them regarding finances. It wasn't until the Equal Credit Opportunity Act passed in 1974 that women could fully open their own bank accounts or credit cards without needing a signature from their husbands.

The disparity has been even worse with the traditionally good ol' boys club of investing, which has remained strong for quite some time. That's begun to change, though. Women have had a major investing glow-up, and here are three things you should know.

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