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Thinking about tapping your retirement fund for college costs? Here’s why it’s usually not a good idea: ➡️ You can borrow for college—but not for retirement. ➡️ While you may qualify for a penalty-free withdrawal for qualified higher education expenses, early withdrawals can lead to long-term setbacks—and tax obligations. If you're helping your child pay for school, consider other options first. If you're going back to school yourself, the answer might be different. Not sure what’s right for you? Get in touch—together, we can walk through your options. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Thinking about tapping your retirement fund for college costs? Here’s why it’s usually not a good idea: ➡️ You can borrow for college—but not for retirement. ➡️ While you may qualify for a penalty-free withdrawal for qualified higher education expenses, early withdrawals can lead to long-term setbacks—and tax obligations. If you're helping your child pay for school, consider other options first. If you're going back to school yourself, the answer might be different. Not sure what’s right for you? Get in touch—together, we can walk through your options. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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If you’re using multiple accounts to fund college expenses, it's important to plan strategically. Learn how: https://bit.ly/4lHdDRL

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If you’re using multiple accounts to fund college expenses, it's important to plan strategically. Learn how: https://bit.ly/4lHdDRL

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Pour your heart—and ambition—into a meaningful career with the tools and support you need. When you join Thrivent's Virtual Advice Team, you’ll get a clear launchpad to a lasting financial advisor career. Explore our openings: thriventcareers.com/4s11cTR

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Pour your heart—and ambition—into a meaningful career with the tools and support you need. When you join Thrivent's Virtual Advice Team, you’ll get a clear launchpad to a lasting financial advisor career. Explore our openings: thriventcareers.com/4s11cTR

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Estate planning begins with thoughtful decisions about your loved ones, your assets and your wishes for who and what matters most. Here are some tools to help you take the first step: https://bit.ly/4nl6Myk

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Estate planning begins with thoughtful decisions about your loved ones, your assets and your wishes for who and what matters most. Here are some tools to help you take the first step: https://bit.ly/4nl6Myk

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How would you cover expenses if you or your spouse needed extended care? It can be easy to overlook future health needs when planning for retirement. But extended care can be costly—and without a funding strategy, it could quickly deplete your savings. Let’s discuss the steps you can take today to ensure that if the need arises, you can focus on your well-being—not on how to pay for care. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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How would you cover expenses if you or your spouse needed extended care? It can be easy to overlook future health needs when planning for retirement. But extended care can be costly—and without a funding strategy, it could quickly deplete your savings. Let’s discuss the steps you can take today to ensure that if the need arises, you can focus on your well-being—not on how to pay for care. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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“Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.” - 1 Peter 4:8

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“Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.” - 1 Peter 4:8

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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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While spontaneous giving can be meaningful, a strategic approach can help you amplify your generosity, minimize your tax burden and give with greater purpose. Consider these charitable giving strategies: https://bit.ly/3IZ1x9f

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While spontaneous giving can be meaningful, a strategic approach can help you amplify your generosity, minimize your tax burden and give with greater purpose. Consider these charitable giving strategies: https://bit.ly/3IZ1x9f

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Saving for retirement? Here’s something to consider: different accounts come with different tax implications. By spreading your savings across taxable, tax-deferred and tax-free accounts, you can give yourself more flexibility in retirement. This makes it easier for you to manage withdrawals, avoid tax spikes and lower your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI). Get in touch to discuss the right approach for your unique situation. 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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Saving for retirement? Here’s something to consider: different accounts come with different tax implications. By spreading your savings across taxable, tax-deferred and tax-free accounts, you can give yourself more flexibility in retirement. This makes it easier for you to manage withdrawals, avoid tax spikes and lower your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI). Get in touch to discuss the right approach for your unique situation. 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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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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