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Snowball method - Pay off smallest debt first. Quick wins, big motivation. Avalanche method - Pay off highest-interest debt first. Save more long-term. Which debt repayment method appeals to you? Here to talk through your options and find a debt escape plan that works for you.

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Snowball method - Pay off smallest debt first. Quick wins, big motivation. Avalanche method - Pay off highest-interest debt first. Save more long-term. Which debt repayment method appeals to you? Here to talk through your options and find a debt escape plan that works for you.

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What are common mistakes people make when investing?​ 1️⃣ Lacking diversification​ 2️⃣ Trying to time the market​ 3️⃣ Investing with your emotions​ 4️⃣ Ignoring fees and taxes​ For more mistakes to watch out for and smart strategies to consider: https://bit.ly/4cpFT8s

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What are common mistakes people make when investing?​ 1️⃣ Lacking diversification​ 2️⃣ Trying to time the market​ 3️⃣ Investing with your emotions​ 4️⃣ Ignoring fees and taxes​ For more mistakes to watch out for and smart strategies to consider: https://bit.ly/4cpFT8s

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Proud to be the featured speaker for Black Tech Talent’s Community Nights on Wednesday, April 23rd from 6–8PM in St. Paul! This event is all about empowering our community through conversation—and I’ll be talking about the what and why of working with a financial advisor. No matter where you are in your financial journey, having the right guidance can change everything. If you’re serious about building financially and making confident money moves, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Event Location: Black Tech Talent HQ 867 Pierce Butler Rte St. Paul, MN 55104 Let’s build together. #BlackTechTalent #CommunityNights #FinancialPlanning #Thrivent #WealthBuilding #Leadership #FinancialAdvisor #PurposeDriven No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures

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Proud to be the featured speaker for Black Tech Talent’s Community Nights on Wednesday, April 23rd from 6–8PM in St. Paul! This event is all about empowering our community through conversation—and I’ll be talking about the what and why of working with a financial advisor. No matter where you are in your financial journey, having the right guidance can change everything. If you’re serious about building financially and making confident money moves, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Event Location: Black Tech Talent HQ 867 Pierce Butler Rte St. Paul, MN 55104 Let’s build together. #BlackTechTalent #CommunityNights #FinancialPlanning #Thrivent #WealthBuilding #Leadership #FinancialAdvisor #PurposeDriven No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures

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Understanding how dividends, interest and capital gains are taxed can help you make smarter investment decisions. Get the basics here >> https://bit.ly/4j1GQWX

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Understanding how dividends, interest and capital gains are taxed can help you make smarter investment decisions. Get the basics here >> https://bit.ly/4j1GQWX

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Here are questions to consider when investing:​ ✔️ What are your financial goals?​ ✔️ How much can you afford to invest?​ ✔️ What is your risk tolerance? ✔️ How can you help ensure your portfolio is diversified for long-term growth?​ Understanding your financial goals and preferences can inform your strategy. Let’s set up time to discuss your investing goals and what you can do to reach them.​ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Here are questions to consider when investing:​ ✔️ What are your financial goals?​ ✔️ How much can you afford to invest?​ ✔️ What is your risk tolerance? ✔️ How can you help ensure your portfolio is diversified for long-term growth?​ Understanding your financial goals and preferences can inform your strategy. Let’s set up time to discuss your investing goals and what you can do to reach them.​ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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How to invest during a market downturn

Choosing what to invest in during a market downturn depends on a few factors, such as your financial goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. This resource provides investment opportunities for your consideration, so you can make thoughtful decisions about how you want to invest. Let’s connect if you’d like to discuss what changes you can make to your investment portfolio to help hedge against risk and position you to reach your long-term goals.

Recessions are an inevitable part of the economic cycle, but they also present potential investment opportunities. Discover tips and strategies for investing...

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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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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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Investing basics: The complete guide for beginners

Investing may seem complex, but learning the basics can help prepare you to take the next step. From terminology 101 to learning how to assess your risk tolerance, this guide will help give you a foundational understanding of investing.​ If you’d like to align your investments with your financial goals, let’s set up a meeting.

Investments can seem complex, but with a foundational understanding, anyone can start building a brighter financial future. Here are the essentials to get you...

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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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