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It's time for our next BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! If you are celebrating your birthday in Julu, August, or September, please join us in any of our three offices for treats!

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It's time for our next BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! If you are celebrating your birthday in Julu, August, or September, please join us in any of our three offices for treats!

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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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It's time for our next BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! If you are celebrating your birthday in Julu, August, or September, please join us in any of our three offices for treats!

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It's time for our next BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! If you are celebrating your birthday in Julu, August, or September, please join us in any of our three offices for treats!

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Another year on the journey with us. Thank you for the difference you make every day.

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Another year on the journey with us. Thank you for the difference you make every day.

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It's time for our next BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! If you are celebrating your birthday in Julu, August, or September, please join us in any of our three offices for treats!

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It's time for our next BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! If you are celebrating your birthday in Julu, August, or September, please join us in any of our three offices for treats!

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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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Calling all July, August and September birthdays! Join us to celebrate with coffees, treats and great conversation!

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Calling all July, August and September birthdays! Join us to celebrate with coffees, treats and great conversation!

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MEET THE TEAM MONDAY! We're back with another team spotlight, and this week we're introducing Kim Sporleder! Kim has been part of our Story City office for 7 years and is the person who helps keep Mike's calendar running smoothly—and believe us, that's no small task! From coordinating appointments to keeping schedules on track, Kim plays an important role in helping our team stay organized and ready to serve clients. Her attention to detail, positive attitude, and ability to juggle a busy calendar make her an invaluable part of the Atlas team. If you stop by our Story City office or talk with Kim on the phone, be sure to say hello! We're grateful for all she does behind the scenes every day.

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MEET THE TEAM MONDAY! We're back with another team spotlight, and this week we're introducing Kim Sporleder! Kim has been part of our Story City office for 7 years and is the person who helps keep Mike's calendar running smoothly—and believe us, that's no small task! From coordinating appointments to keeping schedules on track, Kim plays an important role in helping our team stay organized and ready to serve clients. Her attention to detail, positive attitude, and ability to juggle a busy calendar make her an invaluable part of the Atlas team. If you stop by our Story City office or talk with Kim on the phone, be sure to say hello! We're grateful for all she does behind the scenes every day.

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Steady growth, stubborn inflation: Q3 2026 market outlook

Economic growth remains solid, but investors continue to face questions around inflation, interest rates and AI-driven market expectations. Explore Thrivent's 2026 Mid-Year Market Outlook for perspective on what may lie ahead. ⬇️

A look at the market environment and investment themes expected to drive Q3 2026.

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It's time for our next BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! If you are celebrating your birthday in Julu, August, or September, please join us in any of our three offices for treats!

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It's time for our next BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! If you are celebrating your birthday in Julu, August, or September, please join us in any of our three offices for treats!

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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.

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

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