Bill Saxton -Thrivent

07/26/2024

Curious if a deferred annuity might be a fit in your retirement strategy? Here are some of its possible benefits:

👉 Builds income for retirement
👉 Investment flexibility
👉 Tax savings potential
👉 Extra rider benefits

For more information on deferred annuities, take a look at this article. Let’s connect if you want to discuss how an annuity could help you reach your retirement goals.

A deferred annuity is commonly used to generate a steady stream of income in retirement. Funded by a large, one-time payment or in smaller amounts over months or years, a deferred annuity provides you with flexibility and an opportunity for growth. Payments from your deferred annuity can begin one.....

07/24/2024

When securing financing for a large purchase, such as a new home, it helps to have a good credit score. Check out these 5 ways to improve your credit score before you make your next purchase. ⬇️

When securing financing for a large purchase or project—such as for a house, a car or to do home improvement—it helps to have a good FICO credit score. This three-digit number, which ranges from 300–850, represents your credit risk to lenders, helping them determine if they’ll lend you credi...

07/22/2024

In this recap of second quarter markets, Thrivent Asset Management discusses how markets were unstable early on, but evened out at the end of the quarter. Learn more in the 2nd Quarter Market Review.

Second quarter proved to be something of a goldilocks environment, where growth was slow, sustaining optimism that the economy may see a soft landing.

07/04/2024

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04/17/2024

Planning for retirement as a couple can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Check out these 4 steps to creating a retirement plan that works for both of you: https://bit.ly/3V0Jxwz

11/19/2023

Want to leave the most to the people and causes you love? You can minimize taxes and maximize your impact with these smart adjustments to your financial strategy.

Take a look at these options and let’s connect. 👇🏼

Maximize your impact with a financial strategy that minimizes taxes.

11/17/2023

Helping your loved ones understand your end-of-life plan can alleviate their future stress.

Here are some tips to guide you in deciding when and how to initiate this essential conversation. 👇

The late Mary Osthus had what her daughter, Martha Reeves, refers to as a “funeral box.” That box contained everything from copies of her will and powers of attorney to photos, Bible readings and songs she wanted used at her funeral. It also included a list of how she wanted her financial legacy...

08/24/2023

Let’s connect to talk about helping protect the income that keeps life going.

Your income is more than just a paycheck. It's a tool that helps provide the life you share with the people you love. That's why it's important to protect it from the potential pitfalls that are hard to think about. That can mean losing your job, getting too sick or injured to work, or dying…

08/22/2023

Are you still paying off your student loans? Starting in 2024, your employer may have the option to match student loan payments as if they were payments to a qualified retirement plan. Read on for more information about this SECURE Act 2.0 provision.

Deciding between paying your student loans and saving for retirement is a conundrum for many younger workers. You want to reduce your student loan balance, but know that saving for retirement is also important. Thanks to the SECURE Act 2.0 student loan provisions that take effect in 2024, your…

07/26/2023

Developing a healthy relationship with money is a lifelong process. Here are some opportunities you can use to teach your kids how to use money as a tool to support their well-being: bit.ly/3VrYExR

07/23/2023

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.

07/22/2023

Register today for a livestream of our Market & Economic Update on Tuesday, August 1 at 11:30 a.m. Central time.

Thrivent’s top investment leaders will share their insights and guidance to help you navigate the markets in today’s economy, explore the possibility of a recession, and understand the near- and long-term implications of artificial intelligence.

Reserve your seat today 👉 https://bit.ly/3NNCzIe

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