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Smart Strategies for Grandparents Funding College Costs

Grandparents are contributing more to their grandchildren's education than ever before. If you’re one of them, here are some considerations to help make the most of your support—for both your benefit and your grandchild’s. ☟

With some careful planning and guidance, grandparents can play a major role in their grandchildren's education while also maintaining a prosperous retirement....

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Fun and GameStop: Breaking down this market phenomenon

Have questions about the recent GameStop surge that disrupted the market? Thrivent Chief Investment Strategist Mark Simenstad breaks down how this unlikely stock became the center of discussion on Wall Street: http://bit.ly/3jh53dL

This past week has seen yet another unprecedented phenomenon in the capital markets – the saga of GameStop and other companies whose stock prices have gyrated...

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This week’s challenge: How much do you know about your spouse’s perspective on money? Get the conversation started with these tips to help you and your spouse sync up on financial matters ☟ https://bit.ly/3cprCeO

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This week’s challenge: How much do you know about your spouse’s perspective on money? Get the conversation started with these tips to help you and your spouse sync up on financial matters ☟ https://bit.ly/3cprCeO

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Shred your papers while at the same time supporting The Magic House! 100% of your donation will support The Magic House and their efforts to provide interactive experiences and hands-on learning opportunities to the children, families and schools in our community. Your donation of any amount is greatly appreciated but not required! Please let us know you will be joining us by registering today at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shred-paper-for-a-purpose-tickets-127369115453 EVENT WILL BE HELD: Saturday, November 21st 9am-Noon Magic House 516 North Kirkwood Road Kirkwood, MO 63122 No products will be sold. The Magic House is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent.

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Shred your papers while at the same time supporting The Magic House! 100% of your donation will support The Magic House and their efforts to provide interactive experiences and hands-on learning opportunities to the children, families and schools in our community. Your donation of any amount is greatly appreciated but not required! Please let us know you will be joining us by registering today at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shred-paper-for-a-purpose-tickets-127369115453 EVENT WILL BE HELD: Saturday, November 21st 9am-Noon Magic House 516 North Kirkwood Road Kirkwood, MO 63122 No products will be sold. The Magic House is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent.

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Summers can be full of rainy days, but would your family be prepared for a financial one? If you don’t have a “rainy day” savings account, here’s how to start and maintain your savings, based on where you’re at in life. https://bit.ly/2WIbfBw

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Summers can be full of rainy days, but would your family be prepared for a financial one? If you don’t have a “rainy day” savings account, here’s how to start and maintain your savings, based on where you’re at in life. https://bit.ly/2WIbfBw

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¿Quieres saber cómo un líder y humanitario está marcando la diferencia en todo el mundo? Acompáñeme a un seminario web con el Dr. Ramón Pastrano y la Red de Miembros de Thrivent el miércoles 12 de agosto a las 7 p.m. Regístrete: https://bit.ly/3hVDqou. Estamos donando $10 a ImpactLives por cada persona que asiste. No se venderán productos en este evento. Dr. Ramón Pastrano no está afiliado ni respaldado por Thrivent. Las opiniones expresadas en esta presentación por Dr. Ramón Pastrano son suyas y no necesariamente las de Thrivent o sus afiliados. El material presentado se obtuvo de fuentes que consideramos confiables y actualizadas.

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¿Quieres saber cómo un líder y humanitario está marcando la diferencia en todo el mundo? Acompáñeme a un seminario web con el Dr. Ramón Pastrano y la Red de Miembros de Thrivent el miércoles 12 de agosto a las 7 p.m. Regístrete: https://bit.ly/3hVDqou. Estamos donando $10 a ImpactLives por cada persona que asiste. No se venderán productos en este evento. Dr. Ramón Pastrano no está afiliado ni respaldado por Thrivent. Las opiniones expresadas en esta presentación por Dr. Ramón Pastrano son suyas y no necesariamente las de Thrivent o sus afiliados. El material presentado se obtuvo de fuentes que consideramos confiables y actualizadas.

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Emergency Savings Tips

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in widespread financial hardships. In challenging times, it’s important to remember you have options. Here are 3 steps you can take today to strengthen your financial safety net. 1. Aim to have enough for 3-6 months of expenses. 2. Balance your budget. Create goals around spending, saving, and giving. 3. Get guidance. A professional can customize a strategy just for you.

Jumpstart your rainy day fund with help from our timely financial guidance....

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2021 Live Generously T-shirt Vote | Thrivent

The annual Live Generously® T-shirt vote is now open! Help us pick a new design so you can continue to #LiveGenerously. Polling closes August 7 at 11:59 p.m. CT.

You love making a difference. We know you love wearing Thrivent's Live Generously T-shirts, too. And for the first time ever, you get to help choose the new...

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Don’t miss out on our free July 29th webinar, Preparing for Long-Term Care, a free webinar on July 29th at 11:30 a.m. Learn how to develop a strategy that can help you preserve your independence, protect your assets and reassure your family about the future. No products will be sold. THRIVENT IS THE MARKETING NAME FOR THRIVENT FINANCIAL FOR LUTHERANS. Insurance products issued by Thrivent, Appleton Wisconsin. Not available in all states. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. Thrivent.com/disclosures. ICC19_27761FB R9-19 We will also hear from Transitions for Senior Living, a Free, local Senior Referral and Placement Service. They will talk about the help available to you when you have a need to find senior care or housing options for yourself or a loved one. To learn more about the personalized services they offer visit https://transitionsforseniorliving.com/. Transitions for Senior Living is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Financial. The views expressed in this presentation by Transitions for Senior Living are their own and not necessarily those of Thrivent Financial or its affiliates. The material presented has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable and is current. FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND TO REGISTER VISIT: https://connect.thrivent.com/kirkwood-consultants/events/

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Don’t miss out on our free July 29th webinar, Preparing for Long-Term Care, a free webinar on July 29th at 11:30 a.m. Learn how to develop a strategy that can help you preserve your independence, protect your assets and reassure your family about the future. No products will be sold. THRIVENT IS THE MARKETING NAME FOR THRIVENT FINANCIAL FOR LUTHERANS. Insurance products issued by Thrivent, Appleton Wisconsin. Not available in all states. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. Thrivent.com/disclosures. ICC19_27761FB R9-19 We will also hear from Transitions for Senior Living, a Free, local Senior Referral and Placement Service. They will talk about the help available to you when you have a need to find senior care or housing options for yourself or a loved one. To learn more about the personalized services they offer visit https://transitionsforseniorliving.com/. Transitions for Senior Living is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Financial. The views expressed in this presentation by Transitions for Senior Living are their own and not necessarily those of Thrivent Financial or its affiliates. The material presented has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable and is current. FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND TO REGISTER VISIT: https://connect.thrivent.com/kirkwood-consultants/events/

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There's still time to register for our free July 29th webinar, Preparing for Long-Term Care, a free webinar on July 29th at 11:30 a.m. Learn how to develop a strategy that can help you preserve your independence, protect your assets and reassure your family about the future. No products will be sold. THRIVENT IS THE MARKETING NAME FOR THRIVENT FINANCIAL FOR LUTHERANS. Insurance products issued by Thrivent, Appleton Wisconsin. Not available in all states. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. Thrivent.com/disclosures. ICC19_27761FB R9-19 We will also hear from Transitions for Senior Living, a Free, local Senior Referral and Placement Service. They will talk about the help available to you when you have a need to find senior care or housing options for yourself or a loved one. To learn more about the personalized services they offer visit https://transitionsforseniorliving.com/. Transitions for Senior Living is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Financial. The views expressed in this presentation by Transitions for Senior Living are their own and not necessarily those of Thrivent Financial or its affiliates. The material presented has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable and is current. FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND TO REGISTER VISIT: https://connect.thrivent.com/kirkwood-consultants/events/

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There's still time to register for our free July 29th webinar, Preparing for Long-Term Care, a free webinar on July 29th at 11:30 a.m. Learn how to develop a strategy that can help you preserve your independence, protect your assets and reassure your family about the future. No products will be sold. THRIVENT IS THE MARKETING NAME FOR THRIVENT FINANCIAL FOR LUTHERANS. Insurance products issued by Thrivent, Appleton Wisconsin. Not available in all states. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. Thrivent.com/disclosures. ICC19_27761FB R9-19 We will also hear from Transitions for Senior Living, a Free, local Senior Referral and Placement Service. They will talk about the help available to you when you have a need to find senior care or housing options for yourself or a loved one. To learn more about the personalized services they offer visit https://transitionsforseniorliving.com/. Transitions for Senior Living is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Financial. The views expressed in this presentation by Transitions for Senior Living are their own and not necessarily those of Thrivent Financial or its affiliates. The material presented has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable and is current. FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND TO REGISTER VISIT: https://connect.thrivent.com/kirkwood-consultants/events/

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