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Snowball method - Pay off smallest debt first. Quick wins, big motivation. Avalanche method - Pay off highest-interest debt first. Save more long-term. Which debt repayment method appeals to you? Here to talk through your options and find a debt escape plan that works for you.

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Snowball method - Pay off smallest debt first. Quick wins, big motivation. Avalanche method - Pay off highest-interest debt first. Save more long-term. Which debt repayment method appeals to you? Here to talk through your options and find a debt escape plan that works for you.

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Budgeting is a powerful way to align your money decisions with your values. A budgeting strategy isn't a one-size-fits-all – choose an approach that fits your needs and goals.  >> https://bit.ly/4a4yBFF

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Budgeting is a powerful way to align your money decisions with your values. A budgeting strategy isn't a one-size-fits-all – choose an approach that fits your needs and goals.  >> https://bit.ly/4a4yBFF

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Opened my mailbox at home and found two pieces of mail of interest. The first was a letter from our Compassion child living in Rwanda, Nkurunziza. He wrote back in December, "The rains are falling well and the crops are flourishing." He then adds, "God still keeps us safe and we are going to end the year alive." Wow. What I take for granted he doesn't assume. "We are going to end the year alive." More often than not, his letters resets our families perspective on life. Second piece of mail was from Compassion headquarters. Primarily about the importance of legacy planning. Legacy planning has the potential to take the small giving now and multiply a huge impact for the future. One example is the use of a whole life policy for those in retirement who want to transfer an asset with no market risk as a way of leaving a legacy. The Thrivent whole life insurance product suite features multiple payment options, including Single Premium Whole Life, 10-Pay, 20-Pay, Pay to 70 and Pay to 95. Another example is simply adding your favorite non-profit as a beneficiary. What an exciting opportunity to make a greater impact for the generation to come as while God "keeps us safe." Reach out if you want to learn more.

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Opened my mailbox at home and found two pieces of mail of interest. The first was a letter from our Compassion child living in Rwanda, Nkurunziza. He wrote back in December, "The rains are falling well and the crops are flourishing." He then adds, "God still keeps us safe and we are going to end the year alive." Wow. What I take for granted he doesn't assume. "We are going to end the year alive." More often than not, his letters resets our families perspective on life. Second piece of mail was from Compassion headquarters. Primarily about the importance of legacy planning. Legacy planning has the potential to take the small giving now and multiply a huge impact for the future. One example is the use of a whole life policy for those in retirement who want to transfer an asset with no market risk as a way of leaving a legacy. The Thrivent whole life insurance product suite features multiple payment options, including Single Premium Whole Life, 10-Pay, 20-Pay, Pay to 70 and Pay to 95. Another example is simply adding your favorite non-profit as a beneficiary. What an exciting opportunity to make a greater impact for the generation to come as while God "keeps us safe." Reach out if you want to learn more.

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You have two options. Option #1: I give you $10,000 every day for 30 days or, Option #2: I give you 1 penny day one, but then double that amount every day for 29 more days. Which option would you choose? Many years ago, a senior in college, one elective left, I took a personal finance class. This was the question my prof offered. I will not forget it. It was my introduction to compound interest. Answer: Option #1: At the end of 30 days you would have $300,000. Option #2: At the end of 30 days you would have $5,368,708.90 Clearly, option #2 is the best choice. Compound interest is a universal truth that says, "Start early; consistently save; don't touch, and through the compounding interest one day you will have a remarkable outcome." If want to talk more about how to save, please reach out and I would love to discuss more options on how to save for the future.

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You have two options. Option #1: I give you $10,000 every day for 30 days or, Option #2: I give you 1 penny day one, but then double that amount every day for 29 more days. Which option would you choose? Many years ago, a senior in college, one elective left, I took a personal finance class. This was the question my prof offered. I will not forget it. It was my introduction to compound interest. Answer: Option #1: At the end of 30 days you would have $300,000. Option #2: At the end of 30 days you would have $5,368,708.90 Clearly, option #2 is the best choice. Compound interest is a universal truth that says, "Start early; consistently save; don't touch, and through the compounding interest one day you will have a remarkable outcome." If want to talk more about how to save, please reach out and I would love to discuss more options on how to save for the future.

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Wildfires across California have caused widespread devastation to homes, businesses and communities. Let’s send a message that help is on the way by volunteering or donating. For every $2 you donate through Thrivent's online giving platform Thrivent will add $1. Thrivent will also pay all the processing fees so 100% will go directly to the cause. Learn how you can amplify your impact: https://bit.ly/3Wg8iGV

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Wildfires across California have caused widespread devastation to homes, businesses and communities. Let’s send a message that help is on the way by volunteering or donating. For every $2 you donate through Thrivent's online giving platform Thrivent will add $1. Thrivent will also pay all the processing fees so 100% will go directly to the cause. Learn how you can amplify your impact: https://bit.ly/3Wg8iGV

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How to start an emergency fund—the right way

Planning ahead for emergencies can help reduce your stress as they happen. 💡 Here are tips to start an emergency fund.

When Ben Franklin declared that nothing is certain except death and taxes, he probably could have added unplanned expenses to the list. Because where money...

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Take control of your everyday money decisions with Thrivent. Our free 1:1 coaching program through Money Canvas®️ is a great step to help you spend smarter and save more. 🌟 🔗 thrivent.com/moneycanvas

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Take control of your everyday money decisions with Thrivent. Our free 1:1 coaching program through Money Canvas®️ is a great step to help you spend smarter and save more. 🌟 🔗 thrivent.com/moneycanvas

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Why do I have life insurance? Simple . . . to protect this woman, my wife, so that if the worst happens and I die, she can without missing a beat continue to love on her kids and grandkids, minister to younger women in our church and go on hikes. If requested, a licensed insurance agent/producer may contact you. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Why do I have life insurance? Simple . . . to protect this woman, my wife, so that if the worst happens and I die, she can without missing a beat continue to love on her kids and grandkids, minister to younger women in our church and go on hikes. If requested, a licensed insurance agent/producer may contact you. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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I am thankful for a country who takes a day to recognize the blessing particularly of labor and generally of work. Created in the image of God, we have been given the mandate to make something of this world, to be creative and be a blessing to others. My wife and I chose to celebrate Labor Day enjoying God's creation and the labor of those who created a beautiful trail along the South Fork of the Poudre River.

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I am thankful for a country who takes a day to recognize the blessing particularly of labor and generally of work. Created in the image of God, we have been given the mandate to make something of this world, to be creative and be a blessing to others. My wife and I chose to celebrate Labor Day enjoying God's creation and the labor of those who created a beautiful trail along the South Fork of the Poudre River.

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Money moves to make before the end of 2024

Check out these 8 money moves you can make to end the year on a strong note. ⤵️

2025 is on the horizon and presents a great time to take a fresh look at your finances. By understanding where your money went and how your investments...

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