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“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” - Nehemiah 8:10

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“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” - Nehemiah 8:10

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For the 15th consecutive year, Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity. Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/4cVuu2j

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For the 15th consecutive year, Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity. Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/4cVuu2j

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Ready to thrive in Retirement? Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Eric W. Bilger, FIC, Financial Advisor at Thrivent. Eric will share expert insights and practical strategies for managing your retirement income and assets, navigating estate planning with confidence, and investing in a more tax-efficient way. Whether you're approaching retirement, recently retired or already enjoying your golden years, this session offers valuable guidance to help you plan with clarity and confidence. RSVP at: https://bit.ly/SCApr7-8-9 No products will be sold. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See Thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 27764-12FB N11-25

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Ready to thrive in Retirement? Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Eric W. Bilger, FIC, Financial Advisor at Thrivent. Eric will share expert insights and practical strategies for managing your retirement income and assets, navigating estate planning with confidence, and investing in a more tax-efficient way. Whether you're approaching retirement, recently retired or already enjoying your golden years, this session offers valuable guidance to help you plan with clarity and confidence. RSVP at: https://bit.ly/SCApr7-8-9 No products will be sold. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See Thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 27764-12FB N11-25

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As a parent, you already know the values you want to instill in your kids. But figuring out how to teach them isn’t always easy, especially when it comes to money. The good news? Raising money-smart kids doesn’t require a lesson plan—just simple, everyday moments. Small habits practiced together can build financial discipline that grows with them. 🙌 These five are a great place to start. ⬆️

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As a parent, you already know the values you want to instill in your kids. But figuring out how to teach them isn’t always easy, especially when it comes to money. The good news? Raising money-smart kids doesn’t require a lesson plan—just simple, everyday moments. Small habits practiced together can build financial discipline that grows with them. 🙌 These five are a great place to start. ⬆️

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Financial literacy for teens: 6 lessons about money management

One of the greatest gifts you can offer your teenager is teaching them about money. In a few years, they'll face financial decisions that demand a long-term perspective. Here are ways to start the conversation. ⬇️

Teenagers tend to live in the here and now, especially when it comes to money. In just a few short years, however, they'll need to make important financial...

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For the 15th consecutive year, Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity. Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/4cVuu2j

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For the 15th consecutive year, Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity. Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/4cVuu2j

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2026 IRA contribution deadline: There's still time to maximize your savings

April 15 is coming up, but you still have time to take action. See all the details on 2025 IRA contributions. ⬇️

The calendar has officially flipped to 2026, but you can still contribute to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) for the 2025 tax year.

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Retirement savings by age: What's average & what's recommended

Curious if your retirement savings are on track? Averages can be helpful, but they’re not the whole story. See where you stand and explore tips for retirement savings by age. 👇

Wondering if your retirement savings are on track? Learn how much people have saved by age on average and what those numbers can—and can't—tell you...

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If you have family members asking for gift ideas or ways to support your kids, consider inviting them to contribute to an education savings account. You could even gamify the experience by setting a goal, sharing the link or instructions, and celebrating progress together. Wondering which type of plan or account might be best? Check out Thrivent’s guide to college savings plan options: https://bit.ly/4cpXajB

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If you have family members asking for gift ideas or ways to support your kids, consider inviting them to contribute to an education savings account. You could even gamify the experience by setting a goal, sharing the link or instructions, and celebrating progress together. Wondering which type of plan or account might be best? Check out Thrivent’s guide to college savings plan options: https://bit.ly/4cpXajB

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“Aid layering” is a spending strategy that can help you understand which funding sources to prioritize as you pay for college. This strategy suggests spending awards first and reaching for loans last—because a dollar borrowed is a dollar (+interest) that needs to be repaid. Here’s a snapshot of the spending order: 1️⃣ Need-based aid 2️⃣ Merit and other scholarships 3️⃣ 529 plans and savings 4️⃣ Household cash flow 5️⃣ Student loans You can discover more tips for prioritizing and planning for college costs here: https://bit.ly/4rS1sVv

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“Aid layering” is a spending strategy that can help you understand which funding sources to prioritize as you pay for college. This strategy suggests spending awards first and reaching for loans last—because a dollar borrowed is a dollar (+interest) that needs to be repaid. Here’s a snapshot of the spending order: 1️⃣ Need-based aid 2️⃣ Merit and other scholarships 3️⃣ 529 plans and savings 4️⃣ Household cash flow 5️⃣ Student loans You can discover more tips for prioritizing and planning for college costs here: https://bit.ly/4rS1sVv

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