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06/02/2026

Did you know Thrivent can help your finances do more than simply protect what’s important with insurance? From investments to financial guidance, we can help you build your wealth with purpose. Discover how we can work together to make your finances future-ready: https://bit.ly/48EzLs3

06/01/2026

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.

05/31/2026

Is your portfolio diversified? Having a mix of investments can help you manage risk, reduce volatility and build a reliable foundation for your long-term financial goals. Here are 4 primary components to help you diversify. ⬇️

As you manage your investments, you may have heard that it's a good idea to diversify your portfolio—or have a mix of assets. The idea is to avoid putting all of your eggs in one basket.

05/30/2026

Whether you're just getting started with retirement savings or you're well on your way, it's critical to know the ins and outs of how to invest for retirement. Try these steps for developing a solid long-term investing approach. 👇

Investing for retirement takes planning, but it doesn't have to be complex. Lay the foundation by learning the basic strategies, investment types and tax-advantaged accounts.

05/29/2026

Is now the time to rebalance your portfolio? Over time, market shifts can expose you to more risk than you intended. Rebalancing is usually necessary on a periodic basis to help restore your portfolio to your target allocations. Here are 3 reasons why it may be time to rebalance. 👇

Keeping your investments on track isn’t a set-it-and-forget-it process. Over time, market shifts can throw off your portfolio’s balance, exposing you to more risk than you intended. Learn how portfolio rebalancing helps realign your investments with your goals and may keep your strategy on cours...

05/28/2026

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.

05/27/2026

Which one of the following tools have you used to help add predictability to your portfolio during periods of market uncertainty?

1. Certificate of deposit (CD)
2. High-yield savings account
3. Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity (MYGA)

If you’ve never heard of a MYGA before, you’re not alone. Let’s explore what it is and how it might work for you.

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When you're looking for investment solutions that offer stability and security—especially in an uncertain market—your options aren't just limited to CDs and high-yield savings accounts in retirement.

05/26/2026

You can't buy something exactly like Social Security on the market.​

As retirement expert Dr. Michael Finke, Professor and Frank M. Engle Chair of Retirement Security, The American College of Financial Services, pointed out in an interview with Bjorn Larson, Thrivent's Director of Financial Education, it offers a unique combination of guaranteed income that's also inflation-protected.​

Watch the full interview to get more insight on planning your retirement: https://bit.ly/4dhtRQk

05/25/2026

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

05/24/2026

Disability insurance can protect your most valuable asset – your ability to earn an income. Here are important things to know about disability income insurance. ⬇️

No one expects to get sick or injured. But 1 in 4 of today's 20-year-olds can expect to experience a disabling event before they reach retirement age, whether it's for a few weeks or a long-term change in their ability to work. That's why disability income insurance is more than just a…