Jill Fischer - Thrivent

06/02/2026

Wondering if you should add a fixed annuity to your retirement strategy? Consider these possibilities:

👉 You don’t pay taxes on your earnings until you withdraw your money, which helps your money accumulate even faster.
👉 It could supplement other sources of guaranteed income, like Social Security or a pension
👉 It could provide a stable and predictable income source to cover your essential expenses in retirement.

To learn more about fixed annuities: https://bit.ly/4kBW6tN

05/29/2026

Wondering what types of investments you should make? Learn more about the different options available and then let’s connect and discuss which ones may be right for you.

Today, potential paths for investors range widely—traditional investments like mutual funds sit arm in arm with alternative investments such as non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and cryptocurrency. However, investments boil down to four main types: real estate, stocks, bonds and mutual funds.

05/27/2026

When it comes to retirement, a tax-efficient strategy can help preserve more of what you’ve built. Sometimes even small adjustments, like reviewing your withholdings or retirement contributions, can create opportunities. Take a look at 2026 tax brackets and the diversification strategies that may be right for you. ⬇️

Musicians always hit a familiar chord with fans when they sing about life’s mysteries, like love, loss, growing up, looking back—and taxes. The Beatles and Johnny Cash, among many other familiar artists, made hits about taxes that still find their way on to playlists because everyone can relate.

05/25/2026

To all who served and sacrificed for our freedom, thank you.

05/22/2026

Why consider waiting to claim Social Security?​

Waiting is essentially like buying more inflation-protected lifetime income, says Dr. Michael Finke, Professor and Frank M. Engle Chair of Retirement Security, The American College of Financial Services.​

In a conversation with Bjorn Larson, Thrivent’s Director of Financial Education, Dr. Finke shared how delaying your Social Security claim could meaningfully boost your long-term financial security.​

Watch more of their conversation here: https://bit.ly/4dhtRQk

05/20/2026

Your income supports your family—what happens if it stops? Disability income insurance can provide a safety net during difficult times.

Together, we can discuss how adding coverage can fit into your current financial plan.

When you rely on your income to support your family, it's difficult to envision life without it. But the unexpected can happen, and planning for a time without a paycheck can help you prepare for whatever life has in store.

05/18/2026

Thrivent's May Market Update breaks down what’s driving recent volatility, how stocks and bonds are responding, and why staying diversified and focused on fundamentals remains important.

Moderating growth, steady inflation and ongoing global uncertainty are shaping our outlook.

05/16/2026

Certificates of deposit and multi-year guarantee annuities can both help offer predictability to your portfolio, particularly in an uncertain market. Here’s how to know which might make sense for you.

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Multi-year guaranteed annuities (MYGAs) and certificates of deposit (CDs) are two solutions that help protect your money while providing the opportunity to build returns at the same time. Neither a MYGA or CD is tied to market performance, but both can offer competitive yields.

05/14/2026

During an interview, Bjorn Larson, Thrivent’s Director of Financial Education, sat down with retirement experts David Blanchett and Dr. Michael Finke to answer the question: 'What's the advantage of goal-based retirement planning?'​

The answer: It allows you to do more with your money.​

Goal-based retirement planning isn't just about reaching a specific number on a screen or having a certain portfolio makeup. It's about honing in on the goals you have for retirement and tailoring your financial plan to help you meet them.​

Watch Bjorn's full conversation with David and Michael here: https://bit.ly/4dhtRQk