It’s hard to believe the year is already winding down! While shopping, baking and holiday gatherings may be at the top of your to-do list, don’t forget to carve out time for a year-end financial checkup.
Taking these 6 steps now can help you minimize your taxes, strengthen your savings and start the new year on solid footing.
👉 If you’d like personalized guidance, let’s connect.
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Charitable giving & financial planning: Strategies to maximize impactIf giving is important to you, consider a strategy that maximizes your charitable impact.
Serve up holiday cheer - one dink at a time!
Join Dustin & his team for a festive evening of pickleball, laughter, and holiday spirit.
Celebrate the season on the courts! Join Dustin Allen with Thrivent for an enchanting pickleball experience filled with friendly matches, holiday treats, and plenty of festive fun. Whether you’re here to compete or just enjoy the holiday spirit, Pickleball Wonderland is the perfect way to mix merriment with movement. Bring your paddle, your cheer, and let’s make this a holiday to remember!
In the spirit of holiday generosity we will be collecting food items to donate to LovePacs; a wonderful local food pantry that provides much needed meals to children all over Collin County. Please consider donating one or more of the following items:
Macaroni and Cheese
Canned Pasta
No products will be sold.
Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pickleball-wonderland-a-holiday-celebration-with-thrivent-tickets-1976736318541?aff=oddtdtcreator
The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates dropWhether you’re saving for something big, hoping to generate a steady income or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and aligned with your needs—regardless of shifting interest rates.
Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track in a changing interest rate environment.
Sequence of returns risk: What it means for your retirementThe market can shift at any time, and big drops early in retirement could affect your savings. The right approach can help keep your savings resilient. Check out this article, then reach out to talk through ways to help protect your savings.👇
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.
Help your money last in retirementA long life is a gift—let’s help make sure your finances can keep up. Start by building financial resilience against inflation, market swings, and rising health and care costs.
5 financial risks (and how to adapt your financial plan)Are you prepared for financial changes? With proactive planning and flexible strategies, you can manage risks and habits that could impact your financial plan. Learn more about protecting your finances from what-ifs. ⬇️
How to invest during a market downturnChoosing what to invest in during a market downturn depends on a few factors, such as your financial goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. This resource provides investment opportunities for your consideration, so you can make thoughtful decisions about how you want to invest.
Let’s connect if you’d like to discuss what changes you can make to your investment portfolio to help hedge against risk and position you to reach your long-term goals.
Investing basics: The complete guide for beginnersInvesting may seem complex, but learning the basics can help prepare you to take the next step. From terminology 101 to learning how to assess your risk tolerance, this guide will help give you a foundational understanding of investing.
If you’d like to align your investments with your financial goals, let’s set up a meeting.
How to start investing with little moneyYou don’t need a fortune to start investing—just a plan. Even small, consistent investments can grow into something big over time. The key? Getting started. ⬇️
Pros & cons of paying off your mortgage before you retireIf you’re nearing retirement with a mortgage in tow, you’re not alone. But should you pay it off before you retire?
While being debt-free can offer a sense of reassurance, in some cases, keeping your mortgage might actually be beneficial. Explore the pros and cons of having a mortgage during retirement.
8 ways to get serious about paying off student loan debtIs paying off your student loans high up on your priority list? Here are ways to pay off your loans faster, while managing your other financial priorities. ⬇️
The differences between real estate, stocks, bonds & mutual fundsWondering what types of investments you should make? Learn more about the different options available and then let’s connect and discuss which ones may be right for you.
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The benefits of life insurance: What you need to knowThere are 7 key benefits of including life insurance in your overall financial strategy. Want to discuss further? Let's set up time to talk more about your life insurance options.
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.
Life insurance can be more than protection—it can help you build wealth for your family. 💡 Together, we can review how much coverage you need and the type of policy that may be right for you.
For more information on how life insurance can help create generational wealth for your family’s future: https://bit.ly/420Ehy1
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Life insurance doesn’t have to be boring. If done correctly, it can grow and adapt with you throughout life.
Life doesn’t stand still, neither should your insurance plan.
There is always a need for life insurance, but the purpose changes over time.
Do you have a clear understanding of how your insurance meets your current and future needs? If you’re unsure, I’d love to help.
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