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It’s not too late to strengthen your income strategyIncome, taxes, Social Security and withdrawal decisions all play a role in retirement. Understanding how these factors connect can help you feel more confident about what you can spend—and how long your money may last.
Before required minimum distributions begin, discover how your savings can turn into income to help you make the most of what you've worked hard to build. ⬇️
Growth and stocks remain resilient, but rates rise: Q4 2026 market outlookHigher rates. Resilient growth. New opportunities. Thrivent's Q4 2026 Market Outlook highlights why staying invested and maintaining a diversified portfolio remains important in today’s market environment. ⬇️
How qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) work: Rules, pros & consA qualified charitable distribution (QCD) can be a smart way to turn a required withdrawal into a meaningful gift.
A QCD allows you to give directly from your IRA to a nonprofit you care about. It can count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD), potentially lower your taxable income and even help manage your future Medicare costs.
Find out more. ⬇️
How the cash value of life insurance worksYour life insurance could be more than protection—it could be a financial asset. 💡 A permanent life insurance policy has the ability to accumulate cash value, which you can possibly use to help fund your retirement, college education or new home.
Take a look at this resource to learn more about the cash value feature and what type of life insurance policy may be right for you.
Your super catch-up window is hereBetween ages 60 and 63, you may have an exclusive opportunity to contribute more to your retirement through the super catch-up provision. This means you can:
• See if you qualify and how much extra you may be eligible to contribute.
• Understand the factors that may influence this decision.
• Evaluate if contributing more—or another strategy—makes the most sense for your goals.
Learn more about how this limited-time option could help you make the most of your retirement savings if this option is available to you. ⬇️
Did you know life insurance can do more than just provide a death benefit? It also can help you build wealth during your lifetime and help your family build generational wealth after you pass away. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3zAzMyO
Put your savings to work for what’s nextYou've worked hard to build your retirement savings—now help them work smarter for you. Retirement may last longer than you think, so the choices you make today can help you prepare for what’s next.
Explore strategies that can help turn your savings into reliable income and help you feel more confident in the years ahead. ⬇️
September 2026 Market Update: Healthy growth sends stocks to new highsMarkets continue to navigate a mix of opportunities and challenges. Strong earnings, AI-driven investment and a resilient labor market supported equities, while higher interest rates remain a key consideration for investors. Learn more in Thrivent's September Market Update. ⬇️
Wealth transferYou’ve worked hard to build a life you love—now it’s time to decide what your money is meant to do. How it’s set up today is already shaping what reaches the people and causes closest to your heart tomorrow. Take a closer look at your money, so it can support your life now and benefit those you care about.
You can keep giving long after you’re gone. Learn more about how you can leave a legacy by gifting life insurance ➡️ https://bit.ly/4g9R3l2
Help prepare for retirement with confidence by getting a locked-in interest rate for the guarantee period you choose—either 3, 5, 7 or 9 years—with a Thrivent Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity™️.
This single premium fixed deferred annuity offers:
• Dependable interest
• Tax-deferred earnings
• Protection from market risk
For additional interest rates and other important information: https://bit.ly/4fFumVI
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August 2026 Market Update: Strong economy, higher yieldsThe market continues to navigate a changing landscape. While technology and AI remain important drivers, leadership is expanding into areas like financials and energy. Combined with a resilient economy and attractive bond yields, diversification remains as important as ever. Read Thrivent's August Market Update for more. ⬇️
The great wealth transfer: What baby boomers need to knowTrillions of dollars are expected to pass to the next generation in what’s being called the great wealth transfer.
Taking time to think about how you’d like your assets to be passed on can bring greater clarity for you and the people and causes you care about.
It can also help you:
• Align your assets with what matters most.
• Set clearer expectations for loved ones.
• Reduce uncertainty with intentional planning.
Discover how to help secure your legacy for your loved ones ⬇️
Recession fears may have faded, but it’s still a good idea to keep certain economic indicators on your radar. Learn what Thrivent’s Chief Investment Strategist Steve Lowe watches most closely: https://bit.ly/4fG49pR
If you own a home, investments, life insurance or other valuable assets, it might be time to consider a revocable or irrevocable trust.
Depending on the structure you choose, a trust can offer a variety of benefits—including privacy, tax advantages and greater control over how your assets are distributed. In some cases, it may even protect your assets from creditors or Medicaid inclusion.
Learn more about your options: https://bit.ly/3VZ6FNl
Steady growth, stubborn inflation: Q3 2026 market outlookEconomic 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. ⬇️
An annuity can guarantee income in retirement. In an uncertain world, annuities offer predictable retirement income and can help ensure you don’t outlive your savings. They also offer tax advantages and are customizable to your unique financial situation. Learn some of the basics about annuities here: https://bit.ly/4goM2pe
Our Thrivent Community volunteers showed up ready to work last week! The group put together more than 225 hygiene kits for Church World Service that they will hand out in the U.S. and internationally.
Thank you to all who came out to the Westlake Library to help with these kits that will offer comfort, care, and a fresh start each day to those who need it the most.
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Savvy Social Security
Tuesday, June 30 at 1:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Register today: https://bit.ly/Savvy_SS
When should I file for Social Security benefits? Will I pay taxes on my Social Security benefits? If I file and continue to work, how will my benefits be affected? When it comes to Social Security and your retirement, a little knowledge can go a long way.
Join us for this virtual workshop, Savvy Social Security. During this workshop, you will learn how to help determine the ideal time to apply and ways to maximize your Social Security benefits while minimizing taxes on those benefits. Careful planning can help you get the most out of your Social Security benefits.
No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.
Wondering if you should add a fixed annuity to your retirement strategy? Consider these possibilities:
👉 You don’t pay taxes on your earnings until you withdraw your money, which helps your money accumulate even faster.
👉 It could supplement other sources of guaranteed income, like Social Security or a pension
👉 It could provide a stable and predictable income source to cover your essential expenses in retirement.
To learn more about fixed annuities: https://bit.ly/4kBW6tN