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With the average mortgage payment hovering higher than the cost of rent in many markets, first-time home buyers may wonder if it’s better to continue renting. Here’s what to consider: 🔑 Renting may be easier on your budget now—but the cost of rent will keep rising. 🏠 Buying costs more upfront, but offers payment stability and the chance to build equity over time. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial choices you’ll make. Let’s connect and explore what’s right for you—whether that’s buying now or preparing for later. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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With the average mortgage payment hovering higher than the cost of rent in many markets, first-time home buyers may wonder if it’s better to continue renting. Here’s what to consider: 🔑 Renting may be easier on your budget now—but the cost of rent will keep rising. 🏠 Buying costs more upfront, but offers payment stability and the chance to build equity over time. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial choices you’ll make. Let’s connect and explore what’s right for you—whether that’s buying now or preparing for later. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Worried your retirement savings might not last? An annuity may be worth considering. Annuities can offer guaranteed income in retirement, potential tax advantages, and—in some cases—a way to leave money to your loved ones. Like any investment, they also come with risks, so it’s important to understand how they work before deciding if they’re right for you. Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3IkVueM

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Worried your retirement savings might not last? An annuity may be worth considering. Annuities can offer guaranteed income in retirement, potential tax advantages, and—in some cases—a way to leave money to your loved ones. Like any investment, they also come with risks, so it’s important to understand how they work before deciding if they’re right for you. Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3IkVueM

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Both traditional and Roth IRAs can be a powerful, tax-advantaged way to grow your retirement savings outside of a workplace plan. However, some key differences may impact your taxes, the timing of your withdrawals—and potentially your available savings. Wondering which option is right for you? Here’s what you need to know: https://bit.ly/3KcjPnB

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Both traditional and Roth IRAs can be a powerful, tax-advantaged way to grow your retirement savings outside of a workplace plan. However, some key differences may impact your taxes, the timing of your withdrawals—and potentially your available savings. Wondering which option is right for you? Here’s what you need to know: https://bit.ly/3KcjPnB

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Taxes can quietly shrink your retirement savings. Even small changes in what you pay can make a big difference. Reach out to discuss ways to keep more of what you’ve earned. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Taxes can quietly shrink your retirement savings. Even small changes in what you pay can make a big difference. Reach out to discuss ways to keep more of what you’ve earned. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Budgeting 101: Definition, purpose & types

Your budget should work for you, not against you. Align your spending, saving and giving with your values—without guilt or stress. Start building a budget that supports your goals today.

Setting a budget can be a powerful tool to help you align everyday money decisions with your values. It can help you spend, save, invest and give without much...

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We are committed to working with small business owners like you to help ensure growth, stability and preparedness. We help define your goals and secure your legacy for years to come—so you can focus on running your business.

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We are committed to working with small business owners like you to help ensure growth, stability and preparedness. We help define your goals and secure your legacy for years to come—so you can focus on running your business.

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While taxes on Social Security benefits haven’t been eliminated, some retirees could benefit from a new, temporary federal deduction of $6,000 per eligible individual. As with most tax-related matters, the rules surrounding eligibility are nuanced. If you have questions about how this may impact your financial plan, let’s connect. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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While taxes on Social Security benefits haven’t been eliminated, some retirees could benefit from a new, temporary federal deduction of $6,000 per eligible individual. As with most tax-related matters, the rules surrounding eligibility are nuanced. If you have questions about how this may impact your financial plan, let’s connect. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Major life changes—like marriage, divorce or the loss of a partner—can have a significant impact on your retirement strategy. These events often affect your income, expenses, tax situation and long-term goals. If you haven’t revisited your plan recently, please reach out. Together, we can make any necessary changes to help keep you on track for the future. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Major life changes—like marriage, divorce or the loss of a partner—can have a significant impact on your retirement strategy. These events often affect your income, expenses, tax situation and long-term goals. If you haven’t revisited your plan recently, please reach out. Together, we can make any necessary changes to help keep you on track for the future. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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👉 Tip: Your withdrawal strategy matters. A thoughtful retirement withdrawal strategy can help you minimize taxes, protect your nest egg and make your savings go further. But it requires careful planning—taking into account your income sources, tax situation and lifestyle goals. If you’d like help creating a strategy to maximize your retirement savings, let’s connect. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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👉 Tip: Your withdrawal strategy matters. A thoughtful retirement withdrawal strategy can help you minimize taxes, protect your nest egg and make your savings go further. But it requires careful planning—taking into account your income sources, tax situation and lifestyle goals. If you’d like help creating a strategy to maximize your retirement savings, let’s connect. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Estate planning begins with thoughtful decisions about your loved ones, your assets and your wishes for who and what matters most. Here are some tools to help you take the first step: https://bit.ly/4nl6Myk

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Estate planning begins with thoughtful decisions about your loved ones, your assets and your wishes for who and what matters most. Here are some tools to help you take the first step: https://bit.ly/4nl6Myk

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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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