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If you fall into any of the categories below, you may want to consider how disability income insurance can help you when you most need it: >> Family breadwinners >> Stay-at-home parents >> People with physically demanding jobs >> Self-employed workers >> Workers with insufficient coverage For more information on disability income insurance: https://bit.ly/44JFBY0

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If you fall into any of the categories below, you may want to consider how disability income insurance can help you when you most need it: >> Family breadwinners >> Stay-at-home parents >> People with physically demanding jobs >> Self-employed workers >> Workers with insufficient coverage For more information on disability income insurance: https://bit.ly/44JFBY0

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Pros & cons of paying off your mortgage before you retire

If you’re nearing retirement with a mortgage in tow, you’re not alone. But should you pay it off before you retire? While being debt-free can offer a sense of reassurance, in some cases, keeping your mortgage might actually be beneficial. Explore the pros and cons of having a mortgage during retirement.

If you bought or refinanced your home when you were in your mid-30s or older, you may find yourself headed into retirement with a mortgage in tow. You may have...

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Supplemental disability insurance: What it is and when you need it

Unsure if you need supplemental disability insurance? Disability insurance through your employer only covers a portion of your salary, leaving a gap in financial support for your family, if you're unable to work for an extended period of time. Let's connect if you'd like to add an additional layer of income protection.

No one plans to get sick or injured to the point where they cannot work—but it happens. And while many employers offer short- and long-term disability coverage...

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Several factors, like age and marital status, should be taken into consideration when deciding when to start taking Social Security. But those are not the only ones. Learn more about other key factors that impact Social Security: https://bit.ly/44be4hK

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Several factors, like age and marital status, should be taken into consideration when deciding when to start taking Social Security. But those are not the only ones. Learn more about other key factors that impact Social Security: https://bit.ly/44be4hK

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Thrivent is partnering with three organizations providing both immediate relief and long-term recovery support in Texas. When you make a donation through the online giving platform, Thrivent will add $1 to every $2 donated. Thrivent also pays the processing fees so 100% of your donation goes directly to the cause. To help today 👉 https://bit.ly/3U57K56

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Thrivent is partnering with three organizations providing both immediate relief and long-term recovery support in Texas. When you make a donation through the online giving platform, Thrivent will add $1 to every $2 donated. Thrivent also pays the processing fees so 100% of your donation goes directly to the cause. To help today 👉 https://bit.ly/3U57K56

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With the average mortgage payment hovering higher than the cost of rent in many markets, first-time home buyers may wonder if it’s better to continue renting. Here’s what to consider: 🔑 Renting may be easier on your budget now—but the cost of rent will keep rising. 🏠 Buying costs more upfront, but offers payment stability and the chance to build equity over time. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial choices you’ll make. Let’s connect and explore what’s right for you—whether that’s buying now or preparing for later. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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With the average mortgage payment hovering higher than the cost of rent in many markets, first-time home buyers may wonder if it’s better to continue renting. Here’s what to consider: 🔑 Renting may be easier on your budget now—but the cost of rent will keep rising. 🏠 Buying costs more upfront, but offers payment stability and the chance to build equity over time. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial choices you’ll make. Let’s connect and explore what’s right for you—whether that’s buying now or preparing for later. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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2025 Midyear Market Outlook

Will market volatility continue into the second half of 2025? Thrivent leaders share thoughts on what may happen in the Midyear Market Outlook.

We don’t anticipate the market roller coaster will get less bumpy in the second half of 2025.

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Thrivent Market & Economic update

Thrivent’s investment leaders agree—the first half of 2025 was a little like a rollercoaster. Hear their thoughts for how shifting tariffs, policies and geopolitics may influence future volatility, inflation, interest rates and more.

Gain insights from Thrivent investment leaders on the latest economic trends and market performance.

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There are different types of annuities, and it’s important to understand which one is right for your financial situation. For more information about annuities 👉 https://bit.ly/4jpD7Ss

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There are different types of annuities, and it’s important to understand which one is right for your financial situation. For more information about annuities 👉 https://bit.ly/4jpD7Ss

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Estate planning helps ensure your assets are distributed to the people, causes and organizations you care about most. Together, we can work with your tax professional or estate attorney to build a tax-efficient estate plan that aligns with your goals and values. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Estate planning helps ensure your assets are distributed to the people, causes and organizations you care about most. Together, we can work with your tax professional or estate attorney to build a tax-efficient estate plan that aligns with your goals and values. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

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

Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

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Insurance products, securities and investment advisory services are provided by appropriately appointed and licensed financial advisors and professionals. Only individuals who are financial advisors are credentialed to provide investment advisory services. Visit Thrivent.com or FINRA’s Broker Check for more information about our financial advisors.

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For additional information on professional designations and the requirements to earn them, visit https://www.thrivent.com/designations

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.

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