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Understanding your personal finances is a goal everyone should pursue. The more you understand about money—budgeting, saving and investing—the more empowered you are to make decisions that align with your goals.
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"He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end." - Ecclesiastes 3:11
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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.
Thinking about your child’s future college education? 🎓 Thrivent’s College Savings Calculator can help you estimate how much you need to save for college expenses: https://bit.ly/3Q3ONOd
If you’re wondering how college planning fits within your finances, let’s connect.
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Looking for ways to pay for college? Some use a combination of the following:
🎓 Grants
🎓 Scholarships
🎓 Work-study programs
🎓 Federal and private loans
🎓 Savings
If you’d like to discuss additional ways to fund a college education, let’s connect.
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What approach do you take when saving? There’s a SMART framework which can be used to help you make more purposeful money decisions and take actions that align with your values.
Learn more about how you can create SMART financial goals that can help you save more quickly: https://bit.ly/4iSwsAF
Life can be unpredictable, but your financial future doesn't have to be. Together, we can prepare for potential changes and help you stay ahead of risks with a flexible financial plan. Let's schedule time to discuss.
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Just married? Now’s a great time to align on what generosity looks like for your family. Have a conversation with your loved one about how you want to give, serve and support the causes you care about—together.
If you want to discuss how to integrate generosity into your financial plan, let’s schedule time to meet.
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So you’ve graduated college. 🎓Congratulations! Now what? Start with updating or creating your budget. Your financial situation may have changed after graduating and you’ll want to revisit your spending and saving goals.
Here are additional financial considerations for recent grads: https://bit.ly/4lQH195
Are you and your partner on the same page about your finances? Having a clear understanding of each other’s financial perspectives and goals can bring you closer as a couple. Here are tips for starting those conversations: https://bit.ly/4iAWWph
You prepare for downpours with a rain jacket—why not do the same for your finances? Staying proactive and informed about your finances can help you build good money habits and minimize future challenges. Let's review your financial plan to help you stay ahead of financial surprises.
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Thank you to the men and women who gave their lives to protect our freedom. Let’s honor their sacrifice today and every day.
"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." - Psalm 118:1
Sending love and gratitude to all the moms and mother figures who made us who we are today. Happy Mother’s Day!