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6 year-end financial tasks

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can distract us from other action items on our checklist. End the year on a strong note by refocusing on your finances. Take a look at these tasks to complete before Dec. 31.

As the year wraps up, take time to review your finances and set yourself up for success in the year ahead. Tackle the tasks before the deadlines hit.

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🎄✨ Meet the Team Monday — Holiday Edition! ✨🎄 This week, we asked Janessa the ultimate Christmas question: If you could only watch ONE holiday movie all season long… what’s the pick? Her answer? THE POLAR EXPRESS! 🚂❄️ She loves everything about it — the magic, the story, and of course… Tom Hanks. ❤️🎬 It’s a cozy classic that never gets old! Now we want to know… 👉 What’s your one-and-only Christmas movie? Drop it in the comments and let’s see which film takes the holiday crown! 🎅🎥 Stay tuned for more festive picks from the First Light team all month long! 🎄✨

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🎄✨ Meet the Team Monday — Holiday Edition! ✨🎄 This week, we asked Janessa the ultimate Christmas question: If you could only watch ONE holiday movie all season long… what’s the pick? Her answer? THE POLAR EXPRESS! 🚂❄️ She loves everything about it — the magic, the story, and of course… Tom Hanks. ❤️🎬 It’s a cozy classic that never gets old! Now we want to know… 👉 What’s your one-and-only Christmas movie? Drop it in the comments and let’s see which film takes the holiday crown! 🎅🎥 Stay tuned for more festive picks from the First Light team all month long! 🎄✨

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🎄✨ Buddy the Elf Is BACK! ✨🎄 Our favorite little troublemaker has officially returned for the holiday season — and he wasted no time getting into mischief. This year, Buddy showed up riding in style on his festive reindeer!🦌 If you’re stopping by the office, keep your eyes peeled — Buddy is known for sneaking into the most unexpected places and stirring up plenty of holiday cheer along the way! Follow along all month long for Buddy’s adventures, antics, and maybe even a few surprises. 🎁✨ Welcome back, Buddy — we missed you! 🎅💚

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🎄✨ Buddy the Elf Is BACK! ✨🎄 Our favorite little troublemaker has officially returned for the holiday season — and he wasted no time getting into mischief. This year, Buddy showed up riding in style on his festive reindeer!🦌 If you’re stopping by the office, keep your eyes peeled — Buddy is known for sneaking into the most unexpected places and stirring up plenty of holiday cheer along the way! Follow along all month long for Buddy’s adventures, antics, and maybe even a few surprises. 🎁✨ Welcome back, Buddy — we missed you! 🎅💚

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To our incredible clients — thank you for your generosity, your kindness, and for thinking of us during the holidays. Your support means more than you know, and we’re grateful for the relationships we’ve built together throughout the year. Working with people like you is truly a gift. 🍂✨ From all of us at First Light Financial Advisors – Thrivent, we wish you a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving!

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To our incredible clients — thank you for your generosity, your kindness, and for thinking of us during the holidays. Your support means more than you know, and we’re grateful for the relationships we’ve built together throughout the year. Working with people like you is truly a gift. 🍂✨ From all of us at First Light Financial Advisors – Thrivent, we wish you a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving!

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🍂 Meet the Team Monday – Thanksgiving Traditions Edition! 🦃 This week, we’re featuring Mike and his favorite way to celebrate the holiday — family, football, and food! 🏈🍽️ After years of working retail through the busy season, Mike now treasures the chance to slow down, relax, and spend the day with the people he loves most. 🤎 From cheering on their favorite teams to enjoying a great meal together, Thanksgiving is all about making memories with the people who matter most. 💬 What’s your Thanksgiving tradition? Tell us in the comments!

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🍂 Meet the Team Monday – Thanksgiving Traditions Edition! 🦃 This week, we’re featuring Mike and his favorite way to celebrate the holiday — family, football, and food! 🏈🍽️ After years of working retail through the busy season, Mike now treasures the chance to slow down, relax, and spend the day with the people he loves most. 🤎 From cheering on their favorite teams to enjoying a great meal together, Thanksgiving is all about making memories with the people who matter most. 💬 What’s your Thanksgiving tradition? Tell us in the comments!

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It’s hard to believe the year is already winding down! While shopping, baking and holiday gatherings may be at the top of your to-do list, don’t forget to carve out time for a year-end financial checkup. Taking these 6 steps now can help you minimize your taxes, strengthen your savings and start the new year on solid footing. 👉 If you’d like personalized guidance, let’s connect. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. 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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It’s hard to believe the year is already winding down! While shopping, baking and holiday gatherings may be at the top of your to-do list, don’t forget to carve out time for a year-end financial checkup. Taking these 6 steps now can help you minimize your taxes, strengthen your savings and start the new year on solid footing. 👉 If you’d like personalized guidance, let’s connect. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. 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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🍂 Meet the Team Monday – Thanksgiving Traditions Edition! 🦃 This week, we’re highlighting Janessa’s favorite Thanksgiving tradition — spending the day surrounded by family. 🤎 For her, the holiday is all about togetherness, good food, and those simple moments that make the season feel extra meaningful. ✨ 💬 What’s your favorite Thanksgiving tradition? Share it with us in the comments!

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🍂 Meet the Team Monday – Thanksgiving Traditions Edition! 🦃 This week, we’re highlighting Janessa’s favorite Thanksgiving tradition — spending the day surrounded by family. 🤎 For her, the holiday is all about togetherness, good food, and those simple moments that make the season feel extra meaningful. ✨ 💬 What’s your favorite Thanksgiving tradition? Share it with us in the comments!

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November 2025 Market Update: Less data, lower rates, strong stocks

October closed strong, and November is shaping up to be pivotal. AI-driven sectors continue to lead, while Fed rate cuts signal cautious optimism. Want to know what this means for portfolios? Dive into Thrivent's November Market Update for actionable insights.

Recent U.S. Federal Reserve actions, stock market gains and bond yield movements could impact investor strategies.

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🍂 Meet the Team Monday – Thanksgiving Traditions Edition! 🦃 Ashley’s Thanksgiving Day always starts with a classic — watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 🎈 followed by a cozy lineup of Christmas movies 🎄. It’s her favorite way to ease into the holiday season with comfort, nostalgia, and a little festive magic. ✨ 💬 What’s your Thanksgiving tradition? Tell us in the comments below!

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🍂 Meet the Team Monday – Thanksgiving Traditions Edition! 🦃 Ashley’s Thanksgiving Day always starts with a classic — watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 🎈 followed by a cozy lineup of Christmas movies 🎄. It’s her favorite way to ease into the holiday season with comfort, nostalgia, and a little festive magic. ✨ 💬 What’s your Thanksgiving tradition? Tell us in the comments below!

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With rates starting to decline, now is a great time to think about what's next for your cash. Whether you want to keep funds liquid, generate income or save for a future goal, now’s a great time to put your savings to work. Together, let’s review your goals and liquidity needs to maximize your money’s potential. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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With rates starting to decline, now is a great time to think about what's next for your cash. Whether you want to keep funds liquid, generate income or save for a future goal, now’s a great time to put your savings to work. Together, let’s review your goals and liquidity needs to maximize your money’s potential. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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