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Financial literacy for teens: 6 lessons about money management

One of the greatest gifts you can offer your teenager is teaching them about money. In a few years, they'll face financial decisions that demand a long-term perspective. Here are ways to start the conversation. ⬇️

Teenagers tend to live in the here and now, especially when it comes to money. In just a few short years, however, they'll need to make important financial...

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Less can mean more. Special holiday celebrations don’t need to come with a big price tag. Here are some helpful spending tips to navigate this holiday season on a budget🎄: https://bit.ly/3ApmZjn

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Less can mean more. Special holiday celebrations don’t need to come with a big price tag. Here are some helpful spending tips to navigate this holiday season on a budget🎄: https://bit.ly/3ApmZjn

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Make the most out of your empty nest

It’s a milestone to celebrate when your children are adults and no longer financially dependent on you. But now what? From rebalancing your budget to reviewing your savings strategy, take a look at these tips to refocus your finances now that your nest is empty.

Your kids have found independence. Here are six tips to refocus your finances.

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Navigating open enrollment: 5 ways to make the best choices for your family

With open enrollment season beginning soon, make sure to review the current plans you’re enrolled in with your employer and assess if they still meet your current needs. This guide is a helpful starting point to help you consider what changes are needed.

Master your benefits choices with our open enrollment tips designed to provide best practices and streamline the process.

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Balancing today’s priorities with tomorrow’s goals

Planning for the future can be overwhelming and stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Working with a financial advisor can help you set and meet your financial goals through every stage of your life. Take a look at how your financial needs and priorities can change in your 30s through retirement. ⬇️

Work. Family. Financial commitments. These tips can help you juggle all three as you manage expenses and save for the future in your 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s.

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Solo 401(k): Definition, rules & taxes

Being your own boss means being responsible for your own retirement savings plan. A solo 401(k) may be right for you. ⬇️

Being your own boss offers a lot of rewards. You're independent. You set your own schedule and choose the projects you'll do. But it also means you're entirely...

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Business startup costs: 10 basics to plan for

Are you thinking of starting your own business? Check out 10 start up costs that you’ll want to consider for your newest venture.

For a lot of people, starting a business is a lifelong dream. And yet, having a great idea or possessing a unique skill isn't always enough to get your venture...

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A proactive approach

If you want to avoid tax surprises in retirement, it helps to implement tax efficient strategies into your financial plan. George and Judy became Thrivent clients in 1968 to prepare for their financial futures. Learn more about their proactive approach and the different ways you can be more tax efficient.

Implementing tax efficiency into your financial plan will help you avoid tax surprises in the future.

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The benefits of life insurance: What you need to know

There are 7 key benefits of including life insurance in your overall financial strategy. Want to discuss further? Let's set up time to talk more about your life insurance options.

Life insurance can be a planful way to show your dedication to the people you care about—offering them protection and potential for a financial benefit.

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Big news! AM Best has reaffirmed Thrivent's A++ (Superior) rating for 2024! 🌟 This demonstrates our continued strength and stability and commitment to serve our clients for generations to come. Rating is based on Thrivent's financial strength and claims-paying ability and does not apply to investment product performance.

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Big news! AM Best has reaffirmed Thrivent's A++ (Superior) rating for 2024! 🌟 This demonstrates our continued strength and stability and commitment to serve our clients for generations to come. Rating is based on Thrivent's financial strength and claims-paying ability and does not apply to investment product performance.

Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products issued by Thrivent. Not available in all states. Securities and investment advisory services offered through Thrivent Investment Management Inc., a registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC, and a subsidiary of Thrivent. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. Registered representative of Thrivent Investment Management, Inc. thrivent.com/privacy-and-security/disclosures.

Insurance products, securities and investment advisory services are provided by appropriately appointed and licensed financial advisors and professionals. Only individuals who are financial advisors are credentialed to provide investment advisory services. Visit Thrivent.com or FINRA’s Broker Check for more information about our financial advisors.

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For additional information on professional designations and the requirements to earn them, visit https://www.thrivent.com/designations

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.

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