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2026 Social Security COLA increase: What future retirees should know

You 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.

As retirement approaches, many Americans are navigating a landscape that feels uncertain. Rising costs, shifting markets and questions about long-term...

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Welp, we hit $38Trillion in US Debt earlier today. Right now we’re adding roughly $1T every 87 days. Food for thought and happy to connect to discuss.

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Here's a cheat sheet with some common terms you might encounter during open enrollment. Keep it handy as you make your benefit decisions.

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“Make sure to thank a farmer this week.” - Ben #BensDay #WednesdayWisdom

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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

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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

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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

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Looking forward to our Estate Watch Party. Feel free to join us online for lots of great information! #ProactivePlanning

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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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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. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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