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Pros & cons of paying off your mortgage before you retire

If 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.

If you bought or refinanced your home when you were in your mid-30s or older, you may find yourself headed into retirement with a mortgage in tow. You may have...

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

Looking for ways to optimize your income taxes year-round and helpful tips for navigating tax season? From leveraging charitable contributions to common tax errors to avoid, take a look at this helpful guide. ⤵️

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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Your tax refund can be a powerful tool for creating positive change. Consider these thoughtful ways to spread generosity:​ 🌱 Support local businesses ​ 🤝 Donate to your favorite organization​ 💕Help loved ones or someone else in need ​

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Your tax refund can be a powerful tool for creating positive change. Consider these thoughtful ways to spread generosity:​ 🌱 Support local businesses ​ 🤝 Donate to your favorite organization​ 💕Help loved ones or someone else in need ​

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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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What if you could receive your tax refund throughout the year, instead of waiting for it after you file your tax returns?​ Let’s discuss how adjusting your tax withholding could boost your take home pay. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

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What if you could receive your tax refund throughout the year, instead of waiting for it after you file your tax returns?​ Let’s discuss how adjusting your tax withholding could boost your take home pay. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

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Not all annuities are the same! Whether you want steady, predictable payments or the potential for higher returns, there’s an option for you.​ Together, we can discuss which annuity type is the right fit for your financial goals.​ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Not all annuities are the same! Whether you want steady, predictable payments or the potential for higher returns, there’s an option for you.​ Together, we can discuss which annuity type is the right fit for your financial goals.​ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Planning for retirement can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it on your own. Working with a Thrivent financial advisor can help you feel more confident about planning for the future. Let's work together on creating a retirement plan that is right for you. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Planning for retirement can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it on your own. Working with a Thrivent financial advisor can help you feel more confident about planning for the future. Let's work together on creating a retirement plan that is right for you. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Is crowdfunding a reliable option for covering medical or funeral expenses? Take a look at these crowdfunding limitations and let’s talk about how you can take steps today to protect your family: https://bit.ly/3ZmkR42

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Is crowdfunding a reliable option for covering medical or funeral expenses? Take a look at these crowdfunding limitations and let’s talk about how you can take steps today to protect your family: https://bit.ly/3ZmkR42

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Enjoy retirement income without the guesswork

You've spent years building your retirement nest egg—now let's make it work for you. Let's discuss how to turn your savings into steady, reliable income that lasts.

You’ve spent years building your retirement nest egg—now it’s time to make it work for you....

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Estate planning guide: Essential documents & checklist

Discover some estate planning essentials in this article. Then let's talk through any questions you have.

What do you want to leave behind when you pass away? You want to know your loved ones are taken care of, and that all you've accumulated throughout your life...

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.

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.

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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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