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Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Eric W. Bilger, FIC, Financial Advisor at Thrivent. Eric will share expert insights and practical strategies for managing your retirement income and assets, navigating estate planning with confidence, and investing in a more tax-efficient way. Whether you're approaching retirement, recently retired or already enjoying your golden years, this session offers valuable guidance to help you plan with clarity and confidence. Event Details Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Time: 11:30AM CT/12:30PM ET AND Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Time: 6:00PM CT/7:00PM ET Register here-https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hDxGrCd5SJ-slsKIdp0s8A?ampDeviceId=f9e3c2a1-80a2-4ad8-a256-6c7f4d831f77&SessionId=1767712500866&DeviceId=f9e3c2a1-80a2-4ad8-a256-6c7f4d831f77&SessionId=1767712500866&_gl=1%2acdgh9k%2a_gcl_au%2aMTQxNDk5ODAyNS4xNzY1NDYzNDE0%2a_ga%2aMTQxMDc1MTYxNS4xNzMyNTUwNTg1%2a_ga_L8TBF28DDX%2aczE3Njc5Njg1NTQkbzExMiRnMSR0MTc2Nzk3NDI4NyRqMTMkbDAkaDA.#/registration No products will be sold. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See Thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 27764-12FB N11-25

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Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Eric W. Bilger, FIC, Financial Advisor at Thrivent. Eric will share expert insights and practical strategies for managing your retirement income and assets, navigating estate planning with confidence, and investing in a more tax-efficient way. Whether you're approaching retirement, recently retired or already enjoying your golden years, this session offers valuable guidance to help you plan with clarity and confidence. Event Details Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Time: 11:30AM CT/12:30PM ET AND Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Time: 6:00PM CT/7:00PM ET Register here-https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hDxGrCd5SJ-slsKIdp0s8A?ampDeviceId=f9e3c2a1-80a2-4ad8-a256-6c7f4d831f77&SessionId=1767712500866&DeviceId=f9e3c2a1-80a2-4ad8-a256-6c7f4d831f77&SessionId=1767712500866&_gl=1%2acdgh9k%2a_gcl_au%2aMTQxNDk5ODAyNS4xNzY1NDYzNDE0%2a_ga%2aMTQxMDc1MTYxNS4xNzMyNTUwNTg1%2a_ga_L8TBF28DDX%2aczE3Njc5Njg1NTQkbzExMiRnMSR0MTc2Nzk3NDI4NyRqMTMkbDAkaDA.#/registration No products will be sold. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See Thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 27764-12FB N11-25

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It's never too late to start investing. Whether you're nearing retirement or just beginning to plan, here are some questions to get you started:​ 1️⃣ What are you investing for?​ 2️⃣ What is your time horizon?​ 3️⃣ What is your risk tolerance?​ If you’re looking for a professional to help you with your investing strategy, let’s talk.​ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.​

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It's never too late to start investing. Whether you're nearing retirement or just beginning to plan, here are some questions to get you started:​ 1️⃣ What are you investing for?​ 2️⃣ What is your time horizon?​ 3️⃣ What is your risk tolerance?​ If you’re looking for a professional to help you with your investing strategy, let’s talk.​ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.​

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Investing basics: The complete guide for beginners

Investing may seem complex, but learning the basics can help prepare you to take the next step. From terminology 101 to learning how to assess your risk tolerance, this guide will help give you a foundational understanding of investing.​ If you’d like to align your investments with your financial goals, let’s set up a meeting.

Investments can seem complex, but with a foundational understanding, anyone can start building a brighter financial future. Here are the essentials to get you...

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If you’re relatively new to investing, understanding the basics of how realized gains and losses are taxed can help you make smarter decisions. These 4 rules are a great place to start. 📌 For more, check out this guide: https://bit.ly/4p4h9Hn

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If you’re relatively new to investing, understanding the basics of how realized gains and losses are taxed can help you make smarter decisions. These 4 rules are a great place to start. 📌 For more, check out this guide: https://bit.ly/4p4h9Hn

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How the cash value of life insurance works

Your life insurance could be more than protection—it could be a financial asset. 💡 A permanent life insurance policy has the ability to accumulate cash value, which you can possibly use to help fund your retirement, college education or new home.​ Take a look at this resource to learn more about the cash value feature and what type of life insurance policy may be right for you.

Within your permanent life insurance policy, a portion of the premiums you pay accumulates over time. You can tap into this cash value to fund financial goals...

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Exciting news! Thrivent has been named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for the first time. Honored to be part of an organization recognized for its innovation, quality of management, financial soundness and commitment to long-term value. Learn more about this recognition here: https://bit.ly/466lt23

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Exciting news! Thrivent has been named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for the first time. Honored to be part of an organization recognized for its innovation, quality of management, financial soundness and commitment to long-term value. Learn more about this recognition here: https://bit.ly/466lt23

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The future may be full of unknowns—but one thing you can prepare for is how you’ll handle long-term care if or when the need arises. Planning for extended care today gives you more choices tomorrow. It helps protect your finances and independence—while allowing your loved ones to remain care managers, not full-time caregivers. ➡️ If you have any questions or would like to explore your options, let’s schedule time to discuss. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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The future may be full of unknowns—but one thing you can prepare for is how you’ll handle long-term care if or when the need arises. Planning for extended care today gives you more choices tomorrow. It helps protect your finances and independence—while allowing your loved ones to remain care managers, not full-time caregivers. ➡️ If you have any questions or would like to explore your options, let’s schedule time to discuss. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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As retirement gets closer, your financial focus may shift, and reassessing your risk tolerance becomes even more important. Here’s why. 👇 Your goals, time horizon and comfort level with market swings likely look different than they did 5 or 10 years ago. Your portfolio should reflect that. This guide can help you understand how risk tolerance works, why it matters and what influences it: https://bit.ly/49cq5pt Let’s review your strategy together and make sure your investments support your next chapter.

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As retirement gets closer, your financial focus may shift, and reassessing your risk tolerance becomes even more important. Here’s why. 👇 Your goals, time horizon and comfort level with market swings likely look different than they did 5 or 10 years ago. Your portfolio should reflect that. This guide can help you understand how risk tolerance works, why it matters and what influences it: https://bit.ly/49cq5pt Let’s review your strategy together and make sure your investments support your next chapter.

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Many people are surprised to learn that Medicare and Medicaid don’t provide the extended care coverage they expect. That’s why having a long-term care strategy can be an essential part of your financial plan. Not only does it help protect your savings—it can also preserve your choices. Thrivent is not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program.

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Many people are surprised to learn that Medicare and Medicaid don’t provide the extended care coverage they expect. That’s why having a long-term care strategy can be an essential part of your financial plan. Not only does it help protect your savings—it can also preserve your choices. Thrivent is not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program.

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"Retirement, Reimagined" Dinner & Watch Event March 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM ET The Gingerbread House, 1921 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401 Join Thrivent for dinner at Savannah's iconic Gingerbread House while we watch a presentation of "Retirement, Reimagined: Grow and Protect Your Wealth." Watch David Blanchett and Michael Finke as they discuss a guide to reimagining retirement—focusing on how to grow and protect your wealth for the years ahead. They will share practical strategies and fresh perspectives on asset location, Social Security timing, and tax‑efficient withdrawals. You’ll learn how to adapt your plan to changing markets and feel confident about your financial future, with insights that go beyond the numbers to help you make smart, lasting decisions. Copy & past link to register- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/retirement-reimagined-dinner-watch-event-savannah-tickets-1979257343996?aff=TMNWebsite No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products issued by Thrivent. Not available in all states. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. For more information visit Thrivent.com/social. 8562564.1

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"Retirement, Reimagined" Dinner & Watch Event March 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM ET The Gingerbread House, 1921 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401 Join Thrivent for dinner at Savannah's iconic Gingerbread House while we watch a presentation of "Retirement, Reimagined: Grow and Protect Your Wealth." Watch David Blanchett and Michael Finke as they discuss a guide to reimagining retirement—focusing on how to grow and protect your wealth for the years ahead. They will share practical strategies and fresh perspectives on asset location, Social Security timing, and tax‑efficient withdrawals. You’ll learn how to adapt your plan to changing markets and feel confident about your financial future, with insights that go beyond the numbers to help you make smart, lasting decisions. Copy & past link to register- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/retirement-reimagined-dinner-watch-event-savannah-tickets-1979257343996?aff=TMNWebsite No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products issued by Thrivent. Not available in all states. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. For more information visit Thrivent.com/social. 8562564.1

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.

Not all team members may provide all products, programs and services in all states.

Not all team members may office at the locations listed.

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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