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Marci Blankenship

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Marci Blankenship
Financial Consultant
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CFP®, FIC, RICP®
Women's Markets
Tax Efficient Planning
Young Families
Retirement Planning
TOMORROW'S FINANCIAL SUCCESS BEGINS WITH TODAY'S DECISIONS.

No matter what your financial goals are, achieving them requires preparation.


My work emphasizes confidence, clarity, and alignment, not just performance. My team specializes in wealth building, tax planning strategies, strategic portfolio management, risk management, estate and legacy planning coordination. My practice is best suited for individuals and families, pre-retirees and retirees seeking a long-term strategic partner.


Serving Plymouth, Livonia, Canton, Lansing, Okemos, Haslett, Mason and many more.

Financial advice is like a nice suit. Fit is everything. So why settle for a plan that hasn't been tailored to your unique needs? Let's talk about where you're at, where you want to go and how we will get you there.
Getting your finances in order isn’t always easy or clear. That’s why I’m here to provide the expertise and support you need. Whether you’re just starting out or preparing for a meaningful retirement, you deserve personalized financial guidance driven by what’s important to you. Together, we’ll assess your financial picture and explore how you can achieve your goals.
Additional Staff Members
Additional Staff Members

Jon Choi, PhD

Director of Investment Operations


Bio


Jon has been with Thrivent since 2021 and has 24 years of experience in the financial industry. He is passionate about providing tailored financial guidance to our clients so they can focus on the most meaningful and enjoyable pursuits in their lives. He specializes in helping successful professionals and business owners implement wealth accumulation, retirement income, and estate planning strategies.


Prior to joining Thrivent, Jon was a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley and was in quantitative research and firm-wide trading risk teams at global hedge fund firms Citadel and Balyasny, developing expertise in investment portfolio construction and risk management.


In his free time, he enjoys playing golf and tennis, listening to his favorite rock musicians, exploring brewery scenes, and watching professional soccer and thriller movies.




My qualifications
  • Bachelors of Chemistry, Western Michigan University
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional®
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
My state licenses
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Michigan
  • Nebraska
  • New Jersey

Insights

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Interest rates are shifting. Understanding the purpose and timeline of your cash can help you decide whether and how to invest it for optimal returns. Ask yourself two questions. ⬇️ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates shift
The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates shiftWhether you’re saving for something big, looking to generate a steady income, or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and there for you when you need it—regardless of shifting interest rates. Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track as interest rates change.
Sequence of returns risk: What it means for your retirement
Sequence of returns risk: What it means for your retirementThe market can shift at any time, and big drops early in retirement could affect your savings. The right approach can help keep your savings resilient. Check out this article, then reach out to talk through ways to help protect your savings.👇
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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.

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.

Designations
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.