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As we enter the remaining 6 months of the year, here is my recap from the last 6 months!: - 3 trips: Austin for the Tough Mudder, San Marcos for Lauren’s Graduation and Las Vegas - 21 years with Thrivent - 188 in person meetings - 6789 total miles driven - Books I read: The Martian, 12 Rules for Life, Three-Inch Teeth, The Target, The Fifth Risk - Podcasts: Ryen Russillo, Bill Simmons, Plain English - Concerts – 1 Kenny Chesney at the Las Vegas Sphere - New found favorites: • Restaurants: Windsor Mill Tavern • Drink: Shiner Lemonade Shandy • Recipe: Caprese Chicken on the Blackstone

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As we enter the remaining 6 months of the year, here is my recap from the last 6 months!: - 3 trips: Austin for the Tough Mudder, San Marcos for Lauren’s Graduation and Las Vegas - 21 years with Thrivent - 188 in person meetings - 6789 total miles driven - Books I read: The Martian, 12 Rules for Life, Three-Inch Teeth, The Target, The Fifth Risk - Podcasts: Ryen Russillo, Bill Simmons, Plain English - Concerts – 1 Kenny Chesney at the Las Vegas Sphere - New found favorites: • Restaurants: Windsor Mill Tavern • Drink: Shiner Lemonade Shandy • Recipe: Caprese Chicken on the Blackstone

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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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When it is 100 degrees outside like yesterday, the office gets an ice cream break!

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When it is 100 degrees outside like yesterday, the office gets an ice cream break!

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Happy Father's Day to all the fathers and father figures. I am blessed by my two girls and even more so that Lauren is home visiting this week before she starts her new job in Texas. Enjoy the weekend soaking up the sunshine!

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Happy Father's Day to all the fathers and father figures. I am blessed by my two girls and even more so that Lauren is home visiting this week before she starts her new job in Texas. Enjoy the weekend soaking up the sunshine!

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8 ways to get serious about paying off student loan debt

Is paying off your student loans high up on your priority list? Here are ways to pay off your loans faster, while managing your other financial priorities. ⬇️

While the value of education is priceless, student loan debt you've accrued can follow you long into the future. If you're looking for ways to pay off your...

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5 financial risks (and how to adapt your financial plan)

Are you prepared for financial changes? With proactive planning and flexible strategies, you can manage risks and habits that could impact your financial plan. Learn more about protecting your finances from what-ifs. ⬇️

Life is unpredictable, but the right financial plan can help you navigate changes with confidence. Learn about five major financial risks and strategies that...

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Thank you to the men and women who gave their lives to protect our freedom. Let’s honor their sacrifice today and every day.

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Thank you to the men and women who gave their lives to protect our freedom. Let’s honor their sacrifice today and every day.

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Preparing for financial surprises doesn't have to be complicated. Proactive planning can help you stay ahead of market swings and other risks that can impact your financial plan. Learn more about strategies to set you up for long-term success: https://bit.ly/4m32xHO

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Preparing for financial surprises doesn't have to be complicated. Proactive planning can help you stay ahead of market swings and other risks that can impact your financial plan. Learn more about strategies to set you up for long-term success: https://bit.ly/4m32xHO

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We spent this past weekend in Texas celebrating Lauren's graduation from Texas State University with a degree in Public Administration with a minor in political science. We are so proud of her and excited for what is next.

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We spent this past weekend in Texas celebrating Lauren's graduation from Texas State University with a degree in Public Administration with a minor in political science. We are so proud of her and excited for what is next.

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Sending love and gratitude to all the moms and mother figures who made us who we are today. Happy Mother’s Day!

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Sending love and gratitude to all the moms and mother figures who made us who we are today. Happy Mother’s Day!

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