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Quick Reminder for Our Clients! With Apple's recent iOS update, spam filters for calls and texts are now stronger than ever. That's great for blocking unwanted messages but it may also mean you won't see important calls or texts from us. To make sure you don't miss anything, please save our 2 office numbers in your contacts: Office: 605-234-0382 Text: 605-220-5127 That way, you'll always know it's us when we reach out with updates, appointment reminders, or important information. Thanks for helping us stay connected!

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Quick Reminder for Our Clients! With Apple's recent iOS update, spam filters for calls and texts are now stronger than ever. That's great for blocking unwanted messages but it may also mean you won't see important calls or texts from us. To make sure you don't miss anything, please save our 2 office numbers in your contacts: Office: 605-234-0382 Text: 605-220-5127 That way, you'll always know it's us when we reach out with updates, appointment reminders, or important information. Thanks for helping us stay connected!

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Planning ahead ensure you can give freely without jeopardizing your goals. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Planning ahead ensure you can give freely without jeopardizing your goals. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Updating your life insurance: 7 life events that may affect your coverage

If you’re in one of these 7 life stages, it may be time to update your life insurance coverage. ⬇️

How much life insurance should you have? As life changes, so does the answer to that question.

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Categorize your expenses into 3 groups: Needs - housing, utilities, groceries Wants - dining out, streaming services, hobbies Wishes - the "nice-to-have" splurges Once you see where your monye is going, you can decide where to cut back and redirect those dollars into savings. Not sure where to start? I can help you review your cash flow and find opportunities to save without feeling deprived. Let's talk! See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Categorize your expenses into 3 groups: Needs - housing, utilities, groceries Wants - dining out, streaming services, hobbies Wishes - the "nice-to-have" splurges Once you see where your monye is going, you can decide where to cut back and redirect those dollars into savings. Not sure where to start? I can help you review your cash flow and find opportunities to save without feeling deprived. Let's talk! See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Annuities explained: Basics, types & FAQs

Depending on the financial goals you want to reach in retirement, you may want to consider adding an income stream to supplement retirement savings. Perhaps you want to travel more, help fund your grandchild’s future college education or spend how you see fit.​ Learn more about annuities and how they may provide additional income for you in retirement. ⬇️​

An annuity is an insurance contract that can guarantee income in retirement. Here's a closer look at how it works and some frequently asked questions.

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It's not just for worst-case scenarios. Even a short-term disability coverage can have a lasting financial impact if the household's primary income stops. Let's talk about how disability coverage can protect your family's financial stability. Reach out today to schedule an appointment. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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It's not just for worst-case scenarios. Even a short-term disability coverage can have a lasting financial impact if the household's primary income stops. Let's talk about how disability coverage can protect your family's financial stability. Reach out today to schedule an appointment. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you..." - Isaiah 43:2

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"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you..." - Isaiah 43:2

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Taking Social Security early? Reasons to consider (with pros & cons)

Should you take Social Security early? It depends on your unique needs. Before deciding, make sure to take the pros and cons into consideration.​ Together, we can talk about your Social Security income and retirement savings to help determine whether claiming benefits early makes sense.

You can claim your Social Security retirement benefits as early as age 62. If you have limited retirement savings or more immediate income needs, delaying...

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By preparing early, you can help protect your finances and reduce stress for your loved ones down the road. Not sure where to start? Let's talk about how long-term care fits into your overall financial plan. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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By preparing early, you can help protect your finances and reduce stress for your loved ones down the road. Not sure where to start? Let's talk about how long-term care fits into your overall financial plan. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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"The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation." - Psalm 118:14

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"The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation." - Psalm 118:14

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.

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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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