The transition from being your parents’ child to being their protector isn’t easy—but having open conversations is essential. Understanding their wishes and knowing where key estate planning documents are kept can make all the difference when it matters most.
Here’s how to approach these conversations with empathy and clarity. ⬇️
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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.
How to offset inflation's impact on your retirement savingsInflation can sneak up fast, affecting how far your money can go each day. Many people are already feeling the impact of higher prices. Learn how to prepare and take steps to help your money stretch further in retirement. 👇
2026 Social Security COLA increase: What future retirees should knowYou may have heard that the Social Security Administration has announced a 2.8% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. Here’s a little more on what that means.
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.👇
Learn why Thrivent Chief Financial & Investment Officer David Royal believes more episodic volatility may be on the horizon for the markets in Q4 of 2025: https://bit.ly/4oiDWPy
Are there people and organizations you care about and want to help financially? Join us for Your Legacy: Family, Church and Charity on November 3 at the Harrisonburg Innovation Hub, 25 N. Liberty St. in Conference Room 2A to learn how you can develop a giving strategy. Seating is limited. Reserve a spot for you and friend today.
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Help your money last in retirementA long life is a gift—let’s help make sure your finances can keep up. Start by building financial resilience against inflation, market swings, and rising health and care costs.
Worried about how economic shifts could affect your retirement plan?
Like death and taxes, market ups and downs are inevitable. The key is building resiliency into your strategy—so you can weather volatility and stay on track toward your goals.
Learn how: https://bit.ly/46vkXKq
Both traditional and Roth IRAs can be a powerful, tax-advantaged way to grow your retirement savings outside of a workplace plan. However, some key differences may impact your taxes, the timing of your withdrawals—and potentially your available savings.
Wondering which option is right for you? Here’s what you need to know: https://bit.ly/3KcjPnB
7 ways to help reduce your taxable incomeSeeing your hard-earned money go towards taxes can be frustrating. However, there are ways you can help reduce your tax burdens and become more tax efficient. ⬇️
How to start investing with little moneyYou 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. ⬇️
Thrivent raised more than $1 million for three nonprofits helping with disaster relief efforts in Texas after the July 4 flooding. Thank you clients and friends for continuing to make the most of all you’ve been given!
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.
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.
Any time your life changes, your financial plan deserves a fresh look. Here are different life events that may trigger a need to update your life insurance coverage: https://bit.ly/47koSvA
August 2025 Market Update: Stocks set new highs, despite concernsIn the latest market update, Thrivent Asset Management experts discuss concerns about some data, while stocks continue to set new highs.
Don't miss our free workshop, Key Milestones on your Journey to Empowered Retirement with Heather Schreiber, on August 19 @ 12:30 pm at the Harrisonburg Innovation Conference Room 2A. Refreshments will be provided. RSVP by August 15 at the link below.
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Thrivent Market & Economic updateThrivent’s investment leaders agree—the first half of 2025 was a little like a rollercoaster. Hear their thoughts for how shifting tariffs, policies and geopolitics may influence future volatility, inflation, interest rates and more.
