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How to start investing with little money

You don’t need a fortune to start investing—just a plan. Even small, consistent investments can grow into something big over time. The key? Getting started. ⬇️

When you've been busy with a growing family and financial goals like buying a house or paying down debt, it's understandable that you might have put off...

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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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How to invest during a market downturn

Wondering if and how your investment portfolio needs to change during market downturn? While it’s important to not derail your longer-term investing goals by making large changes to your investment mix, there are investment options you can consider that tend to hold up even in downward economic times. ⬇️

Recessions are an inevitable part of the economic cycle, but they also present potential investment opportunities. Discover tips and strategies for investing...

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2nd Quarter 2025 Market Outlook: Uncertainty strikes back

Market volatility rose in Q1 2025 amid heightened uncertainty around trade policy, immigration, government layoffs, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Thrivent remains focused on long-term fundamentals as we head into Q2.

Market volatility and uncertainty are expected to continue, raising the odds for a recession.

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Market uncertainty: Tariffs and economic policy drive volatility

Uncertainty around economic and trade policies is weighing on confidence for both individuals and businesses. Read more from Thrivent's Chief Investment Strategist on current volatility and other market conditions.

It can be difficult for markets to assess the impact of tariffs because they can be added or removed quickly, and there isn’t always insight into what’s coming...

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Longevity risk: What it is & how to prepare for it in retirement

A long life is a blessing to enjoy, but it also requires careful preparation. Living longer than expected (also known as longevity risk), can put pressure on your retirement savings. Here's how to protect your future. ⬇️

A long life is an amazing blessing to enjoy, but without proper planning, it can throw a wrench into your long-term retirement plans. Longevity risk is the...

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Retirement savings by age: How much should you have?

Planning for retirement can seem like a long and complex journey. Knowing how much to save is a foundational piece of achieving your retirement goals—check out these planning milestones based on your age.

This series breaks down retirement savings by age, covering detailed guidelines on the best financial moves to make at every time of your life.

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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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Is your retirement strategy built for the long run?

A resilient retirement strategy accounts for the unexpected-including market volatility, inflation and extended care costs. Here are some steps you can take to protect your next chapter.

A resilient retirement strategy accounts for the everyday and the unexpected—including market and economic uncertainty. Here are some steps you can take to...

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Tax season is the perfect time to reflect on your financial goals and plan ahead. From retirement savings to tax efficient strategies, learn more about managing taxes year-round. >>> https://bit.ly/4htwqyn

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Tax season is the perfect time to reflect on your financial goals and plan ahead. From retirement savings to tax efficient strategies, learn more about managing taxes year-round. >>> https://bit.ly/4htwqyn

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