Christy Robertson - Thrivent

05/22/2026

A variable annuity offers several key features: income in retirement, potential tax-deferred growth based on market performance, and—depending on the contract—potential to pass money on to your heirs.

Check out this article for more information and let’s connect if you want to discuss how an annuity could help you reach your retirement goals.

As you approach retirement, your focus may shift from building up a nest egg to ensuring you have ongoing income to cover expenses. A variable annuity is designed to help you accumulate assets for the long-term with the option of converting those savings into a lifetime income stream in retirement.

05/21/2026

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.

05/13/2026

For the 15th consecutive year, Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity.

Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/4cVuu2j

03/16/2026

“Aid layering” is a spending strategy that can help you understand which funding sources to prioritize as you pay for college. This strategy suggests spending awards first and reaching for loans last—because a dollar borrowed is a dollar (+interest) that needs to be repaid. Here’s a snapshot of the spending order:

1️⃣ Need-based aid
2️⃣ Merit and other scholarships
3️⃣ 529 plans and savings
4️⃣ Household cash flow
5️⃣ Student loans

You can discover more tips for prioritizing and planning for college costs here: https://bit.ly/4rS1sVv

02/23/2026

Interest rates are shifting. Understanding the purpose and timeline of your cash can help you decide whether and how to invest it for optimal returns. Ask yourself two questions. ⬇️

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02/17/2026

One of the greatest gifts you can offer your teenager is teaching them about money. In a few years, they'll face financial decisions that demand a long-term perspective. Here are ways to start the conversation. ⬇️

Teenagers tend to live in the here and now, especially when it comes to money. In just a few short years, however, they'll need to make important financial decisions—like choosing a college or finding an apartment—that require a more long-term outlook.

02/09/2026

Whether you’re saving for something big, looking to generate a steady income, or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and there for you when you need it—regardless of shifting interest rates.

Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track as interest rates change.

Keeping too much cash on hand can hurt your portfolio. Discover tips to help optimize returns when rates fluctuate. Contact a financial advisor

01/12/2026

Explore how strong equity gains, resilient bonds and tech-driven optimism shaped markets in 2025. ⬇️

Learn why markets delivered strong equity games and solid bond returns in 2025.

11/13/2025

A holiday movie you can’t miss! ❤️ Tidings for the Season, presented by Thrivent, premieres Sunday, Nov. 16 at 8/7c on Hallmark Channel, next day on Hallmark+

Visit thrivent.com/movie for details.

11/03/2025

The market can shift at any time, and big drops early in retirement could affect your savings. The right approach can help keep your savings resilient. Check out this article, then reach out to talk through ways to help protect your savings.👇

Sequence of returns risk can jeopardize long-term financial security. This is especially the case in the first decade of retirement, when portfolio balances are largest and most vulnerable to market downturns. But the right investment strategies can help minimize this risk and maximize your…