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Annuities explained: Basics, types & FAQs

Depending on the financial goals you want to reach in retirement, you may want to consider adding an income stream to supplement retirement savings. Perhaps you want to travel more, help fund your grandchild’s future college education or spend how you see fit.​ Learn more about annuities and how they may provide additional income for you in retirement. ⬇️​

An annuity is an insurance contract that can guarantee income in retirement. Here's a closer look at how it works and some frequently asked questions.

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Budgeting 101: Definition, purpose & types

Your budget should work for you, not against you. Align your spending, saving and giving with your values—without guilt or stress. Start building a budget that supports your goals today.

Setting a budget can be a powerful tool to help you align everyday money decisions with your values. It can help you spend, save, invest and give without much...

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Taking Social Security early? Reasons to consider (with pros & cons)

Should you take Social Security early? It depends on your unique needs. Before deciding, make sure to take the pros and cons into consideration.​ Together, we can talk about your Social Security income and retirement savings to help determine whether claiming benefits early makes sense.

You can claim your Social Security retirement benefits as early as age 62. If you have limited retirement savings or more immediate income needs, delaying...

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How to start investing with little money

You don’t need a fortune to start investing—just a plan. Even small, consistent investments can grow into something big over time. The key? Getting started. ⬇️

When you've been busy with a growing family and financial goals like buying a house or paying down debt, it's understandable that you might have put off...

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New chapter, new responsibilities. Major milestones like marriage, becoming a parent or a career change can impact your financial needs. Do you know if your employer provides enough disability income insurance coverage in the event that you are ill or injured and unable to work? Some employers do not cover your entire salary or bonus and you may want to consider a supplemental policy to cover any gaps: https://bit.ly/4bqup2t

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New chapter, new responsibilities. Major milestones like marriage, becoming a parent or a career change can impact your financial needs. Do you know if your employer provides enough disability income insurance coverage in the event that you are ill or injured and unable to work? Some employers do not cover your entire salary or bonus and you may want to consider a supplemental policy to cover any gaps: https://bit.ly/4bqup2t

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Gifting money and assets to your grandchildren requires careful planning. Learn more about tax implications, gifting limitations and other considerations when it comes to gifting to grandchildren: https://bit.ly/4ddhWlb

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Gifting money and assets to your grandchildren requires careful planning. Learn more about tax implications, gifting limitations and other considerations when it comes to gifting to grandchildren: https://bit.ly/4ddhWlb

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Did you know 1 in 4 of today’s adults in their 20s may experience an illness or injury that prevents them from being able to work? Having disability income insurance can help replace income, preserve your savings and pay expenses in the event that you are no longer able to work. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4juYPoG

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Did you know 1 in 4 of today’s adults in their 20s may experience an illness or injury that prevents them from being able to work? Having disability income insurance can help replace income, preserve your savings and pay expenses in the event that you are no longer able to work. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4juYPoG

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A proactive approach

If you want to avoid tax surprises in retirement, it helps to implement tax efficient strategies into your financial plan. George and Judy became Thrivent clients in 1968 to prepare for their financial futures. Learn more about their proactive approach and the different ways you can be more tax efficient.

Implementing tax efficiency into your financial plan will help you avoid tax surprises in the future.

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Are you and your partner on the same page about your finances? Having a clear understanding of each other’s financial perspectives and goals can bring you closer as a couple. Here are tips for starting those conversations: https://bit.ly/4iAWWph

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Are you and your partner on the same page about your finances? Having a clear understanding of each other’s financial perspectives and goals can bring you closer as a couple. Here are tips for starting those conversations: https://bit.ly/4iAWWph

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You prepare for downpours with a rain jacket—why not do the same for your finances? Staying proactive and informed about your finances can help you build good money habits and minimize future challenges. Let's review your financial plan to help you stay ahead of financial surprises. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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You prepare for downpours with a rain jacket—why not do the same for your finances? Staying proactive and informed about your finances can help you build good money habits and minimize future challenges. Let's review your financial plan to help you stay ahead of financial surprises. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

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