December 2025 Market Update: Stock volatility returnsFrom slowing manufacturing to resilient corporate earnings, December brings mixed signals for the economy. Explore what these trends mean for your portfolio and the year ahead in Thrivent's December Market Update.
December 2025 Market Update: Stock volatility returnsFrom slowing manufacturing to resilient corporate earnings, December brings mixed signals for the economy. Explore what these trends mean for your portfolio and the year ahead in Thrivent's December Market Update.
Just a reminder that it’s the season for scamming! The post office DOESNT send texts or emails for address issues; if you are really concerned about packages you can download the USPS app.
#FinancialFriday
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.
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6 year-end financial tasksThe hustle and bustle of the holiday season can distract us from other action items on our checklist. End the year on a strong note by refocusing on your finances. Take a look at these tasks to complete before Dec. 31.
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#FinancialFriday
Before the ball drops on Dec. 31, make sure your retirement income is protected. Take these 3 essential steps:
1️⃣ Take your required minimum distributions (RMDs). Missing the Dec. 31 deadline can trigger a 25% penalty.
2️⃣ Watch your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI). Even small increases could raise future Medicare premiums.
3️⃣ Consider a qualified charitable distribution (QCD). It can satisfy your RMD, lower your MAGI and help you support the causes you care about.
A few simple moves today can help you avoid penalties, manage future healthcare costs and protect your retirement income.
Get in touch if you’d like help reviewing your year-end strategy.
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First, what are you still doing up? Second, you can still enjoy the Northern Lights tonight if you live in Indiana. (PS: This is how God lives generously.)
There’s a lot of need out there today… don’t forget your opportunity to do good by bringing people together!
We’re at 86 Thrivent Action Teams for 2025 and on pace to eclipse last year’s high of 113. In other words, that’s another $25K+ impact year!!
Thank you!
($250 x 113 = A lot!)
2026 Social Security COLA increase: What future retirees should knowYou may have heard that the Social Security Administration has announced a 2.8% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. Here’s a little more on what that means.
The choices you make during open enrollment can have a big impact on your financial goals for 2026 and beyond. Discover how to navigate open enrollment with confidence: http://bit.ly/4o0ESIt
Welcome new friends! Yes, we were blessed to speak at St Johns Fundraiser and indeed, we are doing a donation for likes campaign. St Johns is foundational to Aurora and we are very fortunate to be a proud partner. #LiveGenerously
Any time your life changes, your financial plan deserves a fresh look. Here are different life events that may trigger a need to update your life insurance coverage: https://bit.ly/47koSvA
Are you curious about qualified charitable distributions (QCDs)? Reach out to learn more about tax-smart charitable giving at age 70½ or older.
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Does your retirement plan need a boost? Reach out to discuss catch-up contributions after age 50 and how We can help you reach your retirement goals.
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