Andrew Smidt - Thrivent

07/04/2026

Have a fun and memorable Fourth of July celebration!

07/04/2026

Enjoying a night at Holy Cross Lutheran Church! What a turnout!

06/21/2026

Sending love and gratitude to all the dads and father figures who made us who we are today. Happy Father’s Day!

06/15/2026

Thinking about working while receiving Social Security? Your age and your earnings could impact the amount of your monthly Social Security benefit. ​

Here are considerations for balancing work and Social Security: https://bit.ly/41XxFAH

06/13/2026

Differences in each spouse’s Social Security retirement benefits and estimated life expectancy can affect your retirement strategy. Take a look at 4 strategies you can use to help maximize your Social Security benefits as a couple. ⬇️

For married couples, a smart Social Security strategy considers both spouses' projected benefits and life expectancies. Creating a claiming plan together can help you maximize your shared retirement income.

06/12/2026

What happens when you don’t have income protection and a sudden illness or injury prevents you from working? Here are some key facts to know about disability income insurance and how it can benefit you: https://bit.ly/44L4CSw

06/10/2026

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.

06/09/2026

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.

06/08/2026

Let's pursue your financial goals, together. We can help you get started by providing insight on three important steps to establishing a financial plan:

1. Identify where you are.
2. Define financial success so you can outline your goals.
3. Uncover some events that might move you further away from your goals.

Learn more about what makes up a solid financial plan and the process for creating your own. ⬇️

Taking the time to create a financial plan offers a roadmap for reaching your financial goals—emotional and financial. Learn how a financial plan helps organize income, savings, investments and insurance to balance your priorities for the future.

06/07/2026

Market fluctuation is normal. Understanding your risk tolerance and sticking to a long-term plan can help you navigate uncertainty. Discover smart strategies to stay on course no matter what the market does next.

Markets can be unpredictable, with ups and downs that can make even the most seasoned investors uneasy. But the good news? You don’t have to let market swings derail your financial future. Rather than reacting to every dip or surge, understanding that market fluctuations are part of the process…