Tina Barthlow - Thrivent

07/19/2026

"And Jesus said to him, 'If you can! All things are possible for one who believes.'" Mark 9:23

07/13/2026

Investing for retirement can feel overwhelming. No matter where you are on your journey, the key is to be consistent and stick with it. A strong retirement investment strategy includes:​

✔️ Portfolio diversification​
✔️ Understanding your risk tolerance and adjusting over time​
✔️ Investing in tax-advantaged accounts like IRAs and 401(k)s​

Learn more about investing for retirement. ⬇️

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.

07/10/2026

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Stay informed and confident in today’s market environment.
Join us for our Third Quarter Market & Economic Update, where we’ll provide insights on recent market trends, economic outlook, and what it means for your financial strategy.

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Are the current markets making you wonder how to best navigate your financial strategy? Join us for a livestream of Thrivent’s Market and Economic Update, presented by Thrivent leaders. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Thrivent’s perspective and what the latest trends may mean for you. Regis...

07/08/2026

What happens when your retirement savings need to last longer than expected? Annuities may help you guarantee a steady stream of lifetime income, but they aren’t one-size-fits-all. Explore how they work and what to consider before purchasing one: https://bit.ly/4goM2pe

07/06/2026

What are common mistakes people make when investing?​

1️⃣ Lacking diversification​
2️⃣ Trying to time the market​
3️⃣ Investing with your emotions​
4️⃣ Ignoring fees and taxes​

For more mistakes to watch out for and smart strategies to consider. 👇

If you're not a pro at investing, you can get tripped up. Here's what you need to know to sidestep common investment pitfalls and make the most of your money.

07/04/2026

Fireworks, freedom… and checking your portfolio before the BBQ!

This 4th of July, we hope your grill is hot, your drinks are cold, and your financial plan is steady.

Because nothing says “independence” like knowing you’re on track.

Happy Independence Day!

07/02/2026

Curious about what’s happening in the markets? We’ve got you covered.

You’re invited to our Q3 Market & Economic Update on July 14th, a virtual session dedicated to helping you understand current economic conditions and how they may impact your financial goals.

✔️ Market trends
✔️ Economic outlook
✔️ Planning insights

Reach out to reserve your spot—we’d love to have you join us.

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Are the current markets making you wonder how to best navigate your financial strategy? Join us for a livestream of Thrivent’s Market and Economic Update, presented by Thrivent leaders. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Thrivent’s perspective and what the latest trends may mean for you. Regis...

06/30/2026

“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

06/29/2026

Understanding how dividends, interest and capital gains are taxed can help you make smarter investment decisions. Get the basics here. ⬇️

Taxes may not be the most exciting aspect of investing, but it's important to understand the basics of how they impact your investment income.

06/26/2026

An annuity is an insurance contract that can guarantee income in retirement. It can help address a concern a lot of retirees have: outliving their savings. Discover some of the basics about annuities and how one can be customized to fit your needs: https://bit.ly/4goM2pe