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Building a business often means sacrificing your time, energy—and even your financial security—to bring your vision to life. That's why personal financial planning is so important, especially early on. Early-stage entrepreneurs may face: ✅ Unpredictable income ✅ Tax complexity ✅ Blurred lines between personal and business finances ✅ High debt levels ✅ Difficulty saving for the future A thoughtful plan can help protect what you're building and support your long-term goals. Not sure where to start? Let's talk. Together, we can create a financial plan that helps you grow your business with confidence. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Building a business often means sacrificing your time, energy—and even your financial security—to bring your vision to life. That's why personal financial planning is so important, especially early on. Early-stage entrepreneurs may face: ✅ Unpredictable income ✅ Tax complexity ✅ Blurred lines between personal and business finances ✅ High debt levels ✅ Difficulty saving for the future A thoughtful plan can help protect what you're building and support your long-term goals. Not sure where to start? Let's talk. Together, we can create a financial plan that helps you grow your business with confidence. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Life insurance checkup

Time for a closer look at your plan? Even strong financial plans need upkeep. Discover reasons to explore a proactive check-in and why it’s worth revisiting areas like insurance coverage, savings and tax strategy. ⬇️

A life insurance checkup helps you make sure your coverage continues to protect the people and promises that are important to you. Evaluate your coverage.

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How to build a better emergency fund

https://www.thriventfunds.com/insights/investing-essentials/how-to-build-a-better-emergency-fund.html

An emergency savings fund is key for the “what if” situation. Learn how to save and build a financial safety net.

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If you’re using multiple accounts to fund college expenses, it's important to plan strategically. Learn how: https://bit.ly/4lHdDRL

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If you’re using multiple accounts to fund college expenses, it's important to plan strategically. Learn how: https://bit.ly/4lHdDRL

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Why timing the market doesn’t work

https://www.thriventfunds.com/insights/investing-essentials/why-timing-the-market-doesnt-work.html

When the stock market starts to fluctuate, it’s very tempting to move funds in hopes of boosting returns. Learn why market timing is nearly impossible.

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Is college getting closer, but your savings aren’t where you’d hoped? With a clear plan, you can still make meaningful progress. Here are some strategies to help you close the gap and move forward with confidence: https://bit.ly/4lmnVpW

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Is college getting closer, but your savings aren’t where you’d hoped? With a clear plan, you can still make meaningful progress. Here are some strategies to help you close the gap and move forward with confidence: https://bit.ly/4lmnVpW

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Active & passive fund management: What’s the difference?

https://www.thriventfunds.com/insights/mutual-fund-focus/active-passive-fund-management-whats-the-difference.html

Beyond the types of investments they hold, mutual funds also can be categorized based on their fund manager’s investment style—active management or passive...

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Thinking about tapping your retirement fund for college costs? Here’s why it’s usually not a good idea: ➡️ You can borrow for college—but not for retirement. ➡️ While you may qualify for a penalty-free withdrawal for qualified higher education expenses, early withdrawals can lead to long-term setbacks—and tax obligations. If you're helping your child pay for school, consider other options first. If you're going back to school yourself, the answer might be different. Not sure what’s right for you? Get in touch—together, we can walk through your options. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Thinking about tapping your retirement fund for college costs? Here’s why it’s usually not a good idea: ➡️ You can borrow for college—but not for retirement. ➡️ While you may qualify for a penalty-free withdrawal for qualified higher education expenses, early withdrawals can lead to long-term setbacks—and tax obligations. If you're helping your child pay for school, consider other options first. If you're going back to school yourself, the answer might be different. Not sure what’s right for you? Get in touch—together, we can walk through your options. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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August 2025 Market Update: Stocks set new highs, despite concerns

In the latest market update, Thrivent Asset Management experts discuss concerns about some data, while stocks continue to set new highs.

Market volatility continues, and we anticipate growth to slow.

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How to choose a 529 plan

https://www.thriventfunds.com/insights/lifestyle/how-to-choose-a-529-educational-savings-plan.html

If you’re thinking of helping your children or grandchildren with education expenses, a 529 plan may be an option worth considering.

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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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