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Top 7 charitable giving strategies: Maximizing tax benefits and impact
Top 7 charitable giving strategies: Maximizing tax benefits and impactThere are ways you can help maximize tax benefits when giving. Learn more about different charitable giving strategies and their tax advantages.
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Saving for retirement? Here’s something to consider: different accounts come with different tax implications.By spreading your savings across taxable, tax-deferred and tax-free accounts, you can give yourself more flexibility in retirement. This makes it easier for you to manage withdrawals, avoid tax spikes and lower your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI).Get in touch to discuss the right approach for your unique situation.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.
How to know if you're saving enough for retirement
How to know if you're saving enough for retirementRoadblocks happen, but they don't have to stop your progress. Discover how to stay on track with your retirement goals. 👇
May 2026 Market Update: Optimism inflates equities
May 2026 Market Update: Optimism inflates equitiesThrivent's May Market Update breaks down what’s driving recent volatility, how stocks and bonds are responding, and why staying diversified and focused on fundamentals remains important.
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Just married? Now’s a great time to align on what generosity looks like for your family. Have a conversation with your loved one about how you want to give, serve and support the causes you care about—together.If you want to discuss how to integrate generosity into your financial plan, let’s schedule time to meet.See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
Pros & cons of paying off your mortgage before you retire
Pros & cons of paying off your mortgage before you retireIf you’re nearing retirement with a mortgage in tow, you’re not alone. But should you pay it off before you retire?While being debt-free can offer a sense of reassurance, in some cases, keeping your mortgage might actually be beneficial. Explore the pros and cons of having a mortgage during retirement.
Wealth transfer strategies: How to leave assets to your loved ones
Wealth transfer strategies: How to leave assets to your loved onesPassing on assets is more than drafting a will—it’s an opportunity to share the beliefs and goals that shape your legacy. By planning now, your legacy is shaped by intention, not left to chance. Let’s schedule time to connect and help ensure your values carry forward in a lasting way.
1st Quarter 2026 Market Review: Geopolitics takes center stage
1st Quarter 2026 Market Review: Geopolitics takes center stageQ1 reminded investors that markets don’t move in straight lines. Thrivent's Q1 2026 Market Review highlights increased volatility in stocks, growth in small-cap and value stocks and that bonds faced pressure as yields moved higher.
The importance of estate planning: Protecting your people, property & privacy
The importance of estate planning: Protecting your people, property & privacyEstate planning isn’t just for the wealthy, it’s for everyone. It’s about making sure your assets, no matter their value, go to the people, causes and organizations you care about. Take control of your legacy.
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.👇
5 financial risks (and how to adapt your financial plan)
5 financial risks (and how to adapt your financial plan)Are you prepared for financial changes? With proactive planning and flexible strategies, you can manage risks and habits that could impact your financial plan. Learn more about protecting your finances from what-ifs. ⬇️
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.
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Preparing for financial surprises doesn't have to be complicated. Proactive planning can help you stay ahead of market swings and other risks that can impact your financial plan. Learn more about strategies to set you up for long-term success: https://bit.ly/4m32xHO
Retirement savings by age: How much should you have?
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.
4th Quarter 2025 Market Outlook: Strong markets, weakening fundamentals
4th Quarter 2025 Market Outlook: Strong markets, weakening fundamentalsThrivent leadership shares expectations for final markets through year-end in the 4th Quarter 2025 Market Outlook.