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We are once again participating in the Adopt-a-Family program! You're welcome to stop by our office anytime during business hours and select an ornament(s) for a child or adult in need. Each paper ornament will specify an individual's age and gift request. Please deliver unwrapped gifts to our office by December 6. Thank you for your generosity year after year!

During this holiday season we invite you to participate in Olmsted County Social Services Adopt-A-Family program. Stop by our office lobby and grab an ornament (or a few) off the tree to support a family in need! Return your unwrapped gift(s) to the Emerald Financial Group office by December 6th! No products will be sold at this event. Olmsted County Social Services is not affiliated or endorsed by Thrivent.

Great news! Thrivent will provide a record $564 million payout of dividends and nonguaranteed policy enhancements to clients in 2025. Dividends are one way we show our continued commitment to helping clients build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Learn more: http://bit.ly/3As887D Dividends are not guaranteed and are exclusively available on eligible Thrivent products. Policy enhancements refer to improvements in nonguaranteed policy features such as future credited rates or fees. These enhancements are not guaranteed in the future.

Navigating open enrollment: 5 ways to make the best choices for your family

With open enrollment season beginning soon, make sure to review the current plans you’re enrolled in with your employer and assess if they still meet your current needs. This guide is a helpful starting point to help you consider what changes are needed.

Whatever grade they’re in, there’s a game plan that can help you save for their college education. Need some help? Let’s talk through your options. There are products and tools that can meet you where you’re at. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

Want to see beautiful photography on your wall all year long? Order your 2025 Thrivent calendar featuring the theme “Everyday blessings”: https://bit.ly/4eBsNVe

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Economic Update with Eric Funk-October 15th @ 6:00pm. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Financial topics seem to make the news every day. Should the headlines you see influence the decisions you make regarding your financial strategy? Find out how to use the latest economic data to help you make informed decisions about your money. No products will be sold.

Economic Update with Eric Funk - October 15th @ 10:00am in Rochester, MN - Emerald Financial Group, Financial Advisors | Thrivent

Don't miss out on our upcoming virtual workshop on October 21. Shelly Halverson, a Certified Celebrant, will guide you through creating a living document for your future. Ensure your loved ones have all the necessary information when they need it. Register today at https://bit.ly/ALifetimeGiftEmerald. No products will be sold. Shelly Halverson is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent. For more information visit Thrivent.com/social.

Hurricane Helene caused widespread destruction in multiple states and your support can provide hope to the individuals and communities most impacted. For every $2 you donate through Thrivent’s online giving platform, Thrivent will add $1 and pays all the processing fees, so 100% of your donation goes directly to the cause. To help today, visit https://bit.ly/3ZL630O.

Risks and habits that can derail your financial plan

Is your future protected from the unexpected? Here are 5 uncertainties to plan for to keep your goals on track.

Welcome Connor to Emerald Financial Group! "I am thrilled be joining Emerald Financial Group and look forward to meeting everyone. I originally am from the east coast growing up and living in Connecticut for most of my life. After graduating college, I accepted a job at IBM right here in Rochester. After some years there as an analyst I decided to make a career change and work in the financial services industry so I can meet great people and create great relationships with people like you!"

Welcome John to Emerald Financial Group! "I moved from the desert of Phoenix, AZ to Rochester earlier this year. Having moved here for family, a great bonus was finding out it is an amazing place to live. I always thought I was a Midwesterner at heart and being here has only solidified this, everyone is welcoming and there is a great sense of community. I currently live in Oronoco with my 4 cats that rule the house, and 1 dog with far too much energy. Being new in town I am trying to explore everything Rochester and the surrounding areas have to offer. You can find me out taking my dog for a hike, volunteering at a local animal shelter and finding other ways to get integrated into the community! I look forward to working with all of you."

When should you get life insurance?

Not sure when you should get life insurance? Here are different factors to consider that will help you decide when to take the next step.

5 ways to improve your credit score

When securing financing for a large purchase, such as a new home, it helps to have a good credit score. Check out these 5 ways to improve your credit score before you make your next purchase. ⬇️

Discover the gift no one wants to talk about but could be the best present ever! Learn how to prepare for the “what ifs” of life with expert Shelly Halverson. Mark your calendar for A Lifetime Gift. We'd love for you to join us. Register today at https://bit.ly/ALifetimeGiftEmerald. No products will be sold. Shelly Halverson is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent. For more information visit Thrivent.com/social.

Channel One Empty Bowls Painting Party

Join us for a creative evening to combat hunger! Paint a bowl that will be donated to Channel One’s Empty Bowls To-Go fundraiser. Refreshments and supplies provided—just bring your creativity! Register by September 6. https://bit.ly/3yJB61U No products will be sold. Channel One is not affiliated or endorsed by Thrivent. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.