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Tomorrow is National Random Acts of Kindness Day! This annual celebration is an opportunity to perform acts of kindness and instill a habit of generosity in our everyday lives. Through simple gestures, words of support, and actions, together we can make the world a better place.

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Tomorrow is National Random Acts of Kindness Day! This annual celebration is an opportunity to perform acts of kindness and instill a habit of generosity in our everyday lives. Through simple gestures, words of support, and actions, together we can make the world a better place.

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We hope your day is filled with family, friends and happy moments that become favorite memories. Happy Valentine’s Day from the Thrivent office of Ray Stark.

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We hope your day is filled with family, friends and happy moments that become favorite memories. Happy Valentine’s Day from the Thrivent office of Ray Stark.

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Tax tips & pitfalls: What to know to maximize your money

Effective tax planning is the cornerstone of a robust financial strategy. From maximizing tax-advantaged savings accounts to managing market investments, approach this tax season with confidence by protecting your finances while maximizing opportunities to save. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. For additional disclosures, see Thrivent.com/social.

Steer clear of costly tax pitfalls by knowing what to watch for. Discover how to unlock valuable deductions, claim key credits, and streamline your approach to...

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Getting ahead of the FAFSA: Money moves to make when your kid is in high school

February is Financial Aid Awareness Month! As you begin to help your child prepare for college, make sure to add the FAFSA to your to-do list. By submitting the application, you can help maximize the financial aid support and avoid surprises. As one of ten individuals in the state of PA licensed with the CCPS®️ designation, I specialize in designing education savings strategies for families and helping families with high school aged children plan and pay for college (https://bit.ly/3lF35GC). In honor of #FinAidFeb, let's get started, today! For disclosure information, see Thrivent.com/social.

High school kids headed to college in a few years have a lot on their plates: homework, extracurriculars, ACTs and SATs—not to mention identifying potential...

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There's still time to designate 2024 Thrivent Choice Dollars®️! Eligible Thrivent members have until March 31, 2025, to allocate Thrivent Choice funds to a favorite charity or cause. Help the Thrivent office of Ray Stark ensure that no dollar goes undirected! February 10, 2025: $17,073 - Direct Now! Visit Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice." For disclosure information, see Thrivent.com/social.

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There's still time to designate 2024 Thrivent Choice Dollars®️! Eligible Thrivent members have until March 31, 2025, to allocate Thrivent Choice funds to a favorite charity or cause. Help the Thrivent office of Ray Stark ensure that no dollar goes undirected! February 10, 2025: $17,073 - Direct Now! Visit Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice." For disclosure information, see Thrivent.com/social.

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"The law of prosperity is generosity. If you want more, give more."

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"The law of prosperity is generosity. If you want more, give more."

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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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Eight Goals to Jump-Start Your Financial Success in 2025

To achieve your financial goals this year, it's best to begin with a clear vision. Whether it's building a retirement strategy, discovering investment opportunities, or protecting your loved ones with legacy planning, setting financial goals is a smart way to start or improve your current financial journey. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. The content published should not be considered as a recommendation, advertisement, endorsement or advice regarding specific products and services. For additional disclosures see Thrivent.com/disclosures.

To achieve your financial goals this year, you'll need to start with a clear vision and plan.

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Only two months remaining to designate 2024 Thrivent Choice Dollars®️! Eligible Thrivent members have until March 31, 2025, to allocate Thrivent Choice funds to a favorite charity or cause. Help the Thrivent office of Ray Stark ensure that no dollar goes undirected! February 3, 2025: $17,847 - Direct Now! Visit Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice." For disclosure information, see Thrivent.com/social.

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Only two months remaining to designate 2024 Thrivent Choice Dollars®️! Eligible Thrivent members have until March 31, 2025, to allocate Thrivent Choice funds to a favorite charity or cause. Help the Thrivent office of Ray Stark ensure that no dollar goes undirected! February 3, 2025: $17,847 - Direct Now! Visit Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice." For disclosure information, see Thrivent.com/social.

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Business startup costs: 10 basics to plan for

Are you thinking of starting your own business? Check out 10 start up costs that you’ll want to consider for your newest venture.

For a lot of people, starting a business is a lifelong dream. And yet, having a great idea or possessing a unique skill isn't always enough to get your venture...

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