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It’s hard to believe the year is already winding down! While shopping, baking and holiday gatherings may be at the top of your to-do list, don’t forget to carve out time for a year-end financial checkup. Taking these 6 steps now can help you minimize your taxes, strengthen your savings and start the new year on solid footing. 👉 If you’d like personalized guidance, let’s connect. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. 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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It’s hard to believe the year is already winding down! While shopping, baking and holiday gatherings may be at the top of your to-do list, don’t forget to carve out time for a year-end financial checkup. Taking these 6 steps now can help you minimize your taxes, strengthen your savings and start the new year on solid footing. 👉 If you’d like personalized guidance, let’s connect. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. 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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It’s Giving Tuesday! For one day only, we’ll maximize your impact: For every $2 you donate to our featured organizations, we’ll match $1. Donate here: http://spr.ly/618970XIv Conditions apply. #GivingTuesday #GivingTuesday2025 #LiveGenerously

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I had a wonderful time over Thanksgiving break volunteering at the Charlotte Distribution Center for Operation Christmas Child. It’s incredible to see how many hands come together to make it possible for children in need to receive a small box full of joy. The experience was such a beautiful reminder of the blessings God has given me and the joy that comes from giving back. As we prepare for Giving Tuesday tomorrow, I hope you’ll take a moment to think about the ways—big or small—you can give back in a way that matters to you.

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I had a wonderful time over Thanksgiving break volunteering at the Charlotte Distribution Center for Operation Christmas Child. It’s incredible to see how many hands come together to make it possible for children in need to receive a small box full of joy. The experience was such a beautiful reminder of the blessings God has given me and the joy that comes from giving back. As we prepare for Giving Tuesday tomorrow, I hope you’ll take a moment to think about the ways—big or small—you can give back in a way that matters to you.

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It’s incredible how much can change in a year—not because life suddenly gets easier, but because we make the choice every single day to keep moving forward towards the life we want. A year ago I was standing at the beginning of a very different road. I had no idea where I was going, but I knew I couldn’t stay where I was. So I took one step. Then another. And somewhere along the way, everything started to change. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just have to decide—today—to move toward the life you want. And if you keep choosing that, even on the hard days, a year from now you’ll look back and be amazed at the strength you didn’t know you had. One step at a time. 🌿🍂✨

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It’s incredible how much can change in a year—not because life suddenly gets easier, but because we make the choice every single day to keep moving forward towards the life we want. A year ago I was standing at the beginning of a very different road. I had no idea where I was going, but I knew I couldn’t stay where I was. So I took one step. Then another. And somewhere along the way, everything started to change. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just have to decide—today—to move toward the life you want. And if you keep choosing that, even on the hard days, a year from now you’ll look back and be amazed at the strength you didn’t know you had. One step at a time. 🌿🍂✨

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🌎💛 World Kindness Day 💛🌎 Today is a reminder that kindness begins with an open heart. When we lead with compassion, every small act can ripple outward—brightening someone’s day, strengthening our communities, and creating real change. ✨ Give back where you can. 💬 Offer encouragement freely. 🤝 Listen with empathy. 💗 Keep your heart open—you never know who might need your kindness today. #WorldKindnessDay #ChooseKindness #GiveBack #OpenHeart #KindnessMatters

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🌎💛 World Kindness Day 💛🌎 Today is a reminder that kindness begins with an open heart. When we lead with compassion, every small act can ripple outward—brightening someone’s day, strengthening our communities, and creating real change. ✨ Give back where you can. 💬 Offer encouragement freely. 🤝 Listen with empathy. 💗 Keep your heart open—you never know who might need your kindness today. #WorldKindnessDay #ChooseKindness #GiveBack #OpenHeart #KindnessMatters

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6 year-end financial tasks

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can distract us from other action items on our checklist. End the year on a strong note by refocusing on your finances. Take a look at these tasks to complete before Dec. 31.

As the year wraps up, take time to review your finances and set yourself up for success in the year ahead. Tackle the tasks before the deadlines hit.

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Had such an amazing time at Covenant Baptist Church’s Treat Bash on Friday! 🎃 The decorations, games, and smiling faces made it such a special night — and we were thrilled to see over 500 members of our community come out to join the fun! ❤️

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Had such an amazing time at Covenant Baptist Church’s Treat Bash on Friday! 🎃 The decorations, games, and smiling faces made it such a special night — and we were thrilled to see over 500 members of our community come out to join the fun! ❤️

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Totally worth braving the cold this morning for 10K training with the pup at Tanglewood Park. I hope everyone has an amazing Saturday!

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Totally worth braving the cold this morning for 10K training with the pup at Tanglewood Park. I hope everyone has an amazing Saturday!

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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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Being at the courthouse today was a powerful reminder that every ending can also be a beginning. A CDFA®️ helps make that new beginning financially secure and informed. #CDFA #FinancialWellness #DivorcePlanning

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Being at the courthouse today was a powerful reminder that every ending can also be a beginning. A CDFA®️ helps make that new beginning financially secure and informed. #CDFA #FinancialWellness #DivorcePlanning

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