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Social Security Fairness Act: How the WEP & GPO repeal may affect your benefits

Earlier this year, the Social Security Fairness Act was signed into law. If you or a loved one has ever worked in the public sector, the SSFA may impact retirement income and prompt you to consider some strategy adjustments. Take a look at this resource for more information. If you’d like to discuss how this act may impact your retirement plans, let’s set up a meeting.

Are you eligible for Social Security Fairness Act Benefits? Find out how the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) repeal...

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What if you could receive your tax refund throughout the year, instead of waiting for it after you file your tax returns?​ Let’s discuss how adjusting your tax withholding could boost your take home pay. 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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What if you could receive your tax refund throughout the year, instead of waiting for it after you file your tax returns?​ Let’s discuss how adjusting your tax withholding could boost your take home pay. 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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With a potential sunset of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, you should be aware of a few changes that could reshape the financial outlook for many Americans. Individual filers will see a rise in their income tax rates, lower standard deduction, changes to itemized deductions, and a rollback of the child tax credit. Joint filers will see a decrease in their standard deduction by over 50%. Connect with me to create personalized strategies to help you prepare for your future. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. Source: https://www.im.natixis.com/en-us/insights/tax-management/2025/tcja-sunset-tax-planning#:~:text=Sunset%20of%20the%20Tax%20Cuts,%2416%2C700%20if%20the%20TCJA%20expires. Source: https://about.bgov.com/insights/elections/2025-tax-policy-crossroads-what-will-happen-when-the-tcja-expires/#:~:text=If%20Congress%20doesn't%20renew,See%20more%20details%20below.

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With a potential sunset of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, you should be aware of a few changes that could reshape the financial outlook for many Americans. Individual filers will see a rise in their income tax rates, lower standard deduction, changes to itemized deductions, and a rollback of the child tax credit. Joint filers will see a decrease in their standard deduction by over 50%. Connect with me to create personalized strategies to help you prepare for your future. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. Source: https://www.im.natixis.com/en-us/insights/tax-management/2025/tcja-sunset-tax-planning#:~:text=Sunset%20of%20the%20Tax%20Cuts,%2416%2C700%20if%20the%20TCJA%20expires. Source: https://about.bgov.com/insights/elections/2025-tax-policy-crossroads-what-will-happen-when-the-tcja-expires/#:~:text=If%20Congress%20doesn't%20renew,See%20more%20details%20below.

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Diversifying your portfolio can help manage risk when markets fluctuate. 📈 While it may help protect against losses, it may also limit gains. Learn more about how applying risk tolerance can inform your portfolio diversification: https://bit.ly/4gAwlrA

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Diversifying your portfolio can help manage risk when markets fluctuate. 📈 While it may help protect against losses, it may also limit gains. Learn more about how applying risk tolerance can inform your portfolio diversification: https://bit.ly/4gAwlrA

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Is winter weather still keeping you inside? ❄️ Use the time to check a few things off your list:​ ✅ Organize your financial documents​ ✅ Make a tax filing plan​ ✅ Understand how your taxes fit into your bigger picture​ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.​

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Is winter weather still keeping you inside? ❄️ Use the time to check a few things off your list:​ ✅ Organize your financial documents​ ✅ Make a tax filing plan​ ✅ Understand how your taxes fit into your bigger picture​ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.​

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Happy Valentine's day!

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Happy Valentine's day!

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Who let the dog's out!? The office had some surprise visitors today! #stjohnindiana #automatetobegreat #wholetthedogsout #corgi

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Who let the dog's out!? The office had some surprise visitors today! #stjohnindiana #automatetobegreat #wholetthedogsout #corgi

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Tax tips & pitfalls: What to know to maximize your money

Looking 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. ⤵️

Steer clear of costly tax pitfalls by knowing what to watch for. Discover how to unlock valuable deductions, claim key credits, and streamline your approach to...

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Hello from beautiful Minneapolis! Excited to spend a few days at Thrivent's annual Business Development Conference learning new ways to empower lives of service and faith for clients like you. #BDC25

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Hello from beautiful Minneapolis! Excited to spend a few days at Thrivent's annual Business Development Conference learning new ways to empower lives of service and faith for clients like you. #BDC25

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How to start an emergency fund—the right way

Planning ahead for emergencies can help reduce your stress as they happen. 💡 Here are tips to start an emergency fund.

When Ben Franklin declared that nothing is certain except death and taxes, he probably could have added unplanned expenses to the list. Because where money...

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