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The risk for developing dementia is significantly higher than previously estimated: About 42% of Americans over 55 are likely to develop dementia in their later years. As the US population ages, the number of new diagnoses year is projected to double from about 514,000 cases in 2020 to about 1 million a year by 2060. (Source: CNN)

The risk for developing dementia is significantly higher than previously estimated: About 42% of Americans over 55 are likely to develop dementia in their later years. As the US population ages, the number of new diagnoses year is projected to double from about 514,000 cases in 2020 to about 1 million a year by 2060. (Source: CNN)

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2024 IRA contribution deadline: There's still time to maximize your savings

It may be 2025, but you still have time to maximize your savings for the 2024 tax year. Explore how contributing to an IRA can help boost your retirement savings and find answers to the most common IRA questions.

The calendar has officially flipped to 2025, but you can still contribute to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) for the 2024 tax year.

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Long-term Treasuries posted a negative return (-0.5%) for the last 10 years for the first time since the 1930s. In comparison, US stocks returned 13% and short-term Treasury bills returned 1.8% over the same time period. (Source: Barron’s)

Long-term Treasuries posted a negative return (-0.5%) for the last 10 years for the first time since the 1930s. In comparison, US stocks returned 13% and short-term Treasury bills returned 1.8% over the same time period. (Source: Barron’s)

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7 Retirement Must-Knows for 2025

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Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA: What’s the difference?

When saving for retirement, many people consider individual retirement accounts (IRAs). The two types of IRAs are traditional and Roth—the primary difference between them is how and when your money is taxed.

Learn how to use a traditional or Roth IRA to save for retirement.

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How to set SMART financial goals

One way many people structure their goals is SMART, an acronym that encourages you to make your goal specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound. Using SMART financial goals can be a strategic way to pave a path of living your values, achieving financial security and leaving a legacy.

The big financial achievements you strive to accomplish in your life are made of smaller parts: the decisions you make each day with your earnings, spending...

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Signs you’re due for a portfolio makeover

While any changes in your investment strategy should be approached with great care, there are a few key milestones in life that may merit a reevaluation of your investment allocation.

If your investments are no longer aligned with your current situation, your portfolio may be overdue for an overhaul.

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A great time to get started on retirement planning is today. Explore Thrivent's retirement income planning calculator to help guide your journey ➡️ https://bit.ly/400qpSt

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A great time to get started on retirement planning is today. Explore Thrivent's retirement income planning calculator to help guide your journey ➡️ https://bit.ly/400qpSt

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Investing $50 a month could add up nicely for your retirement

It’s a common myth that you need a few thousand dollars to begin investing. It actually works in your favor to start investing early—even with as little as $50 a month—rather than to wait until you have a few thousand dollars saved up.

Investing early, even as little as $50 a month, may pay off for your retirement savings goals. It gives you the foundation to grow that investment as you grow...

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Planning for retirement can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it on your own. Working with a Thrivent financial advisor can help you feel more confident about planning for the future. Let's work together on creating a retirement plan that is right for you.

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Planning for retirement can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it on your own. Working with a Thrivent financial advisor can help you feel more confident about planning for the future. Let's work together on creating a retirement plan that is right for you.

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