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Check out the number of you that donated your time to help others last year. It's a lot. Together we make a difference when we live generously. Find out more about how my clients made a difference in 2024: https://connect.thrivent.com/colin-bell

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Check out the number of you that donated your time to help others last year. It's a lot. Together we make a difference when we live generously. Find out more about how my clients made a difference in 2024: https://connect.thrivent.com/colin-bell

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Is early retirement right for you?

Curious how you can start your retirement sooner? Depending on your current income and expenses, it's possible. Here are things to keep in mind when considering if early retirement is right for you. ⬇️

For a growing number of Americans, the idea of working until their mid-60s or later and then kicking back in their remaining years simply isn’t appealing. They...

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Maximizing Social Security for married couples: How it works & spousal strategies to consider

Differences in each spouse’s Social Security retirement benefits and estimated life expectancy can affect your retirement strategy. Take a look at 4 strategies you can use to help maximize your Social Security benefits as a couple. ⬇️

For married couples, a smart Social Security strategy considers both spouses' projected benefits and life expectancies. Creating a claiming plan together can...

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2nd Quarter 2025 Market Outlook: Uncertainty strikes back

During the first quarter of 2025, Market volatility rose amid heightened uncertainty around trade policy, immigration, government layoffs, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Learn how Thrivent remains focused on long-term fundamentals as we head into Q2. https://www.thriventfunds.com/insights/market-update/2nd-quarter-2025-market-outlook-uncertainty-strikes-back.html?utm_source=fieldfb&utm_campaign=financial_education&utm_goal=educate&utm_term=library&utm_content=MF

Market volatility and uncertainty are expected to continue, raising the odds for a recession.

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Market uncertainty: Tariffs and economic policy drive volatility

Uncertainty around economic and trade policies is weighing on confidence for both individuals and businesses. Read more from Thrivent's Chief Investment Strategist on current volatility and other market conditions.

It can be difficult for markets to assess the impact of tariffs because they can be added or removed quickly, and there isn’t always insight into what’s coming...

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How does what's happening in Washington affect your bottom line? During The Washington Update, get non-partisan analysis from expert Jeff Bush. His insights give perspective to the changing landscape in the nation's capital and its impact on taxes, investments, and retirement planning. This non-partisan analysis of current events in Washington offers insights that could influence investing and retirement planning decisions. The Washington Update Tuesday, April 8 at 1:30 or 7:30 p.m. Register here https://bit.ly/The_Washington_Update No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. For additional disclosures see thrivent.com/social. 6002725.1

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How does what's happening in Washington affect your bottom line? During The Washington Update, get non-partisan analysis from expert Jeff Bush. His insights give perspective to the changing landscape in the nation's capital and its impact on taxes, investments, and retirement planning. This non-partisan analysis of current events in Washington offers insights that could influence investing and retirement planning decisions. The Washington Update Tuesday, April 8 at 1:30 or 7:30 p.m. Register here https://bit.ly/The_Washington_Update No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. For additional disclosures see thrivent.com/social. 6002725.1

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Thrivent ranked among Barron’s Best Fund Families

Thrivent Mutual Funds was ranked among Barron’s Best Fund Families of 2024. Learn more about this ranking. 👇

Thrivent Mutual Funds has been ranked among Barron’s Best Fund Families of 2024, ending 12/31/2024 with a ranking of ninth out of 48 fund families based on one-

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Is early retirement right for you?

Curious how you can start your retirement sooner? Depending on your current income and expenses, it's possible. Here are things to keep in mind when considering if early retirement is right for you. ⬇️

For a growing number of Americans, the idea of working until their mid-60s or later and then kicking back in their remaining years simply isn’t appealing. They...

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Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the 14th year in a row. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity. Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/43B6P2o

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Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the 14th year in a row. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity. Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/43B6P2o

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Did you know it’s possible to have more than one life insurance policy? Significant life events, like an increase in income or getting married, may be a reason to consider additional coverage for you and your loved ones. Find more information on supplemental life insurance and how you can create a ladder of multiple life insurance policies here >> https://bit.ly/4ioAws3

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Did you know it’s possible to have more than one life insurance policy? Significant life events, like an increase in income or getting married, may be a reason to consider additional coverage for you and your loved ones. Find more information on supplemental life insurance and how you can create a ladder of multiple life insurance policies here >> https://bit.ly/4ioAws3

Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

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.

Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

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Insurance products, securities and investment advisory services are provided by appropriately appointed and licensed financial advisors and professionals. Only individuals who are financial advisors are credentialed to provide investment advisory services. Visit Thrivent.com or FINRA’s Broker Check for more information about our financial advisors.

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For additional information on professional designations and the requirements to earn them, visit https://www.thrivent.com/designations

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