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Benefits of a fixed index annuity | Thrivent
Benefits of a fixed index annuity | ThriventLooking for growth potential based on index performance, but want built-in protection from losses due to negative performance? Consider a fixed indexed annuity, which can provide tax-deferred growth, steady income and protection from market swings. Learn more about how this can supplement your retirement savings. ⬇️
Investing in volatile markets: Smart strategies for confident investing
Investing in volatile markets: Smart strategies for confident investingMarket volatility is a natural part of investing, which means risk and reward go hand in hand as markets rise and fall. Here are 7 ways to deal with a volatile stock market.
2nd Quarter 2025 Market Outlook: Uncertainty strikes back
2nd Quarter 2025 Market Outlook: Uncertainty strikes backMarket volatility rose in Q1 2025 amid heightened uncertainty around trade policy, immigration, government layoffs, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Thrivent remains focused on long-term fundamentals as we head into Q2.
Thrivent ranked among Barron’s Best Fund Families
Thrivent ranked among Barron’s Best Fund FamiliesThrivent Mutual Funds was ranked among Barron’s Best Fund Families of 2024. Learn more about this ranking. 👇
Thrivent Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity™️
Thrivent Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity™️When you're looking for solutions that help offer predictability and security – especially in an uncertain market – your options aren't just limited to CDs, high-yield savings accounts and traditional fixed annuities. Thrivent's Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity is another strong option. See how much you could earn and view the current rates. 36386B
Retirement savings by age: How much should you have?
Retirement savings by age: How much should you have?Planning for retirement can seem like a long and complex journey. Knowing how much to save is a foundational piece of achieving your retirement goals—check out these planning milestones based on your age.
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Spreading love can be as simple as sharing a warm smile or a kind word. Happy Valentine's Day.
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Is it time to start taking your required minimum distributions? Reach out to learn more about RMDs and how they may impact your retirement goals. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
Tax tips & pitfalls: What to know to maximize your money
Tax tips & pitfalls: What to know to maximize your moneyLooking for ways to optimize your income taxes year-round and helpful tips for navigating tax season? From leveraging charitable contributions to common tax errors to avoid, take a look at this helpful guide. ⤵️
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Are you curious about qualified charitable distributions (QCDs)? Reach out to learn more about tax-smart charitable giving at age 70½ or older. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
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Last Saturday, I had the opportunity to volunteer at the 2025 Atlanta Metro MATHCOUNTS competition held at Christ the King Lutheran Church! We had 275 middle school students from the metro Atlanta area. It was an intense competition and truly inspiring to see the excitement and enthusiasm of the students throughout the day. The winners of Saturday's event will move on to the state competition next month. MATHCOUNTS Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide engaging math programs to US middle school students of all ability levels to build confidence and improve attitudes about math and problem solving. They have been recognized as a national leader in STEM learning programs. Learn more about MATHCOUNTS here: https://www.mathcounts.org/about/our-story MATHCOUNTS is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent.
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Can you claim early Social Security benefits? Reach out to learn more about taking Social Security benefits at age 62. Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
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I just returned from beautiful Minneapolis where I spent a few days at Thrivent's annual Business Development Conference learning new ways to empower lives of clients like you. It was a great conference with incredible speakers and tons of useful information. While we were there, we also got to participate the three generosity events at Target Field-- tying fleece blankets for sick children in the hospital with Fleece and Thank You, walking laps around the suite level for Girls on the Run to help empower young women to pursue their dreams, and assembling study kits for the students of St. Paul High School with Junior Achievement North. #BDC25
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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.
Thrivent Market & Economic update
Thrivent Market & Economic updateGet our investment leaders’ thoughts on inflation, employment and the geopolitical environment during this quarter’s Thrivent Market & Economic Update.
The 3 advantages of life insurance for children
The 3 advantages of life insurance for childrenDid you know that purchasing life insurance for children while they are young is more beneficial than waiting until they are older? Here are 3 reasons to insure them now.
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I am excited to share that last Sunday, I hosted a Thrivent Action Team with Christ the King Lutheran Church and The Sandwich Project. We made 250 sandwiches that were donated to the Elizabeth Foundation who helps support those who are food insecure in the Metro Atlanta area. It was a ton of fun while doing something to give back to our local communities! Please reach out to me if you are interested in learning more about Thrivent Action Teams. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
Bring your retirement into focus
Bring your retirement into focusWhether retirement is far off or fast approaching, now’s the time to plan. Here’s how you can take charge of the four stages of the retirement journey. 👇 If you’d like to have a discussion about retirement planning, let’s connect.
Christmas and debt: 6 tips to quickly pay down holiday debt
Christmas and debt: 6 tips to quickly pay down holiday debtHoliday debt got you down?  ➡️ Shift your new year's focus to finding your way out of it.
7 ways to help reduce your taxable income
7 ways to help reduce your taxable incomeSeeing your hard-earned money go towards taxes can be frustrating. However, there are ways you can help reduce your tax burdens and become more tax efficient. ⬇️​