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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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Even modest contributions for college funding can add up over time. Automate what you can and review annually as your goals evolve. To get started, estimate how much you’ll need, then use Thrivent’s college savings calculator to map out your larger journey (see resources below). ➡️ How to estimate college costs: https://bit.ly/4aSQvwf ➡️ College savings calculator: https://bit.ly/3OgMYA3

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Even modest contributions for college funding can add up over time. Automate what you can and review annually as your goals evolve. To get started, estimate how much you’ll need, then use Thrivent’s college savings calculator to map out your larger journey (see resources below). ➡️ How to estimate college costs: https://bit.ly/4aSQvwf ➡️ College savings calculator: https://bit.ly/3OgMYA3

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“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.” - John 14:1

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“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.” - John 14:1

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Have a heart for helping others? When you start out on Thrivent’s Virtual Advice Team, you can put it to use as you help existing clients reach their financial goals—all while growing your own successful financial advisor career. Learn more 👉 thriventcareers.com/3MHf5YS

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Have a heart for helping others? When you start out on Thrivent’s Virtual Advice Team, you can put it to use as you help existing clients reach their financial goals—all while growing your own successful financial advisor career. Learn more 👉 thriventcareers.com/3MHf5YS

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The 2027 Thrivent Calendar is almost here. Pre‑order today and look forward to a year rooted in reflection and grace. Featuring inspiring images and reflections centered on our theme, “God’s Handiwork,” it’s a meaningful way to bring faith, beauty, and intention into everyday life. 📦 Pre order by July 31 📬 Calendars ship in October 👉 Reserve yours today: https://bit.ly/41PtTIz

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The 2027 Thrivent Calendar is almost here. Pre‑order today and look forward to a year rooted in reflection and grace. Featuring inspiring images and reflections centered on our theme, “God’s Handiwork,” it’s a meaningful way to bring faith, beauty, and intention into everyday life. 📦 Pre order by July 31 📬 Calendars ship in October 👉 Reserve yours today: https://bit.ly/41PtTIz

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Maximizing your Social Security benefits is a crucial part of securing your retirement. By planning ahead and using key strategies, you can optimize your benefits and enhance your financial future. Start making informed decisions now for a more comfortable retirement tomorrow: https://bit.ly/44bxQcX

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Maximizing your Social Security benefits is a crucial part of securing your retirement. By planning ahead and using key strategies, you can optimize your benefits and enhance your financial future. Start making informed decisions now for a more comfortable retirement tomorrow: https://bit.ly/44bxQcX

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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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Planning for the unexpected isn't easy, but it's essential. Disability income insurance offers protection against income loss due to unforeseen health issues, helping ensure your family's needs are met. Discover more on how disability income insurance works >> https://bit.ly/4cV6v1g

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Planning for the unexpected isn't easy, but it's essential. Disability income insurance offers protection against income loss due to unforeseen health issues, helping ensure your family's needs are met. Discover more on how disability income insurance works >> https://bit.ly/4cV6v1g

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With interest rates shifting, now's the time to make sure your cash, investments and other savings are still well positioned to support your needs and goals—whether that means prioritizing flexibility or focusing on higher potential returns. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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With interest rates shifting, now's the time to make sure your cash, investments and other savings are still well positioned to support your needs and goals—whether that means prioritizing flexibility or focusing on higher potential returns. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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“Aid layering” is a spending strategy that can help you understand which funding sources to prioritize as you pay for college. This strategy suggests spending awards first and reaching for loans last—because a dollar borrowed is a dollar (+interest) that needs to be repaid. Here’s a snapshot of the spending order: 1️⃣ Need-based aid 2️⃣ Merit and other scholarships 3️⃣ 529 plans and savings 4️⃣ Household cash flow 5️⃣ Student loans You can discover more tips for prioritizing and planning for college costs here: https://bit.ly/4rS1sVv

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“Aid layering” is a spending strategy that can help you understand which funding sources to prioritize as you pay for college. This strategy suggests spending awards first and reaching for loans last—because a dollar borrowed is a dollar (+interest) that needs to be repaid. Here’s a snapshot of the spending order: 1️⃣ Need-based aid 2️⃣ Merit and other scholarships 3️⃣ 529 plans and savings 4️⃣ Household cash flow 5️⃣ Student loans You can discover more tips for prioritizing and planning for college costs here: https://bit.ly/4rS1sVv

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