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Wondering if you should add a fixed annuity to your retirement strategy? Consider these possibilities:

👉 It may help you accumulate retirement savings without an annual tax bill cutting into your earnings
👉 It could supplement other sources of guaranteed income, like Social Security or a pension
👉 It could provide a stable income to cover your essential expenses in retirement no matter how the investments in your IRA are performing

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Long-term care is often a misunderstood concept. Check out these frequently asked questions and reach out if you would like to discuss further.

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Long-term care: Your questions answered It’s understandable to have questions about long-term care. Let’s start by defining what long-term care is. Long-term care is defined as assistance with the tasks of daily living, which may include bathing, grooming and mobility.

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Retirement planning can feel like a lot. Here’s a simple checklist to help you get started. 👇

Preparing for retirement checklist: Are you retirement ready? Reaching an age and financial position where retirement may be possible is a blessing. You know you have important decisions to make in the years and months leading up to this meaningful goal. You want to make sure you accomplish key preparations on schedule so you can live out the retirement…

“In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.” - Acts 20:35

Do you have a financial plan that's personalized to your goals and priorities?

No matter what stage of life you're in, together we can create a plan that helps you feel confident. Here are six steps you can take to get started:

1. Use SMART goals to establish clarity.
2. Get a full understanding of your current financial situation.
3. Check the strength of your financial foundation.
4. Grow what you have today into what you need for tomorrow.
5. Build a mindful spending strategy for the years ahead.
6. Establish your legacy.

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Your approach to retirement savings is unique to you. Let's connect to talk more about your needs and preferences for your income strategy.

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Discover 5 steps you can take to plan for income in retirement. 👇

Nurture your retirement nest egg Whether it’s coming soon or still years away, you may find yourself dreaming about retirement. Perhaps you’ll travel, spend time with family, volunteer more.

The financial advisor career is flexible. It’s rewarding. It’s empowering.

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Congratulations to Thrivent Asset Management for being named a LSEG Lipper Fund Awards United States 2024 winner for a second year.

Thrivent wins LSEG Lipper Fund Awards United States 2024 Thrivent Asset Management has been honored as a LSEG Lipper Fund Awards United States 2024 Winner for Thrivent Small Cap Stock Fund.

Markets experienced a bit of bumpy road in April. Read more about why Thrivent Asset Management is promoting patience for both stock and bond investing in the May 2024 Market Update.

May 2024 Market Update: April showers dampen investors’ optimism April market volatility providing challenges for investors.

Tornadoes across the US have caused widespread devastation to homes, businesses and communities. Let’s send a message that help is on the way by volunteering, donating or helping to rebuild. For every $2 you donate through Thrivent's online giving platform Thrivent will add $1. Thrivent will also pay all the processing fees so 100% will go directly to the cause. Learn how you can amplify your impact, visit https://bit.ly/48cO5W6.

What effect could tax bracket changes have on your retirement income? Explore how to help make your dollars last. 👇

TCJA set to expire: Tax moves to consider if you're nearing or in retirement As you've been saving for retirement with a 401(k), IRA or other tax-advantaged account over the last several years, you've likely been relying on existing widened tax brackets, tax rates, deductions and exemptions for the basis of your future planning.

With house prices skyrocketing, the decision of buying vs. renting a home has become even more complex. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when deciding.

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