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10/30/2026

Inflation, higher interest rates and rapid advances in AI are shaping the economy—and could affect your financial reality. Watch Thrivent’s recent Q4 Market & Economic Update for a clear look at what’s happening and why staying focused on your long-term goals matters: https://bit.ly/4eh5DWv

Reach out if you have questions or want to talk through your strategy.

10/28/2026

A Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity™ allows you to lock in a guaranteed interest rate for a set period, making it a popular option for those looking to help add stability, predictable earnings, and reduced market uncertainty.

Reach out if you'd like to discuss whether this type of solution could help support your retirement goals.

For additional interest rates and other important information: https://bit.ly/4fIaSQk

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10/26/2026

Charitable giving strategies aren’t just for the wealthy—they’re for anyone who wishes to make a meaningful impact.

Whether you give a little or a lot, a thoughtful approach can help you support the causes you care about, minimize your tax burden and build a lasting legacy of generosity.

Let’s discuss how charitable giving can become a cornerstone of your financial future.

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10/24/2026

Open enrollment is your opportunity to make choices that will protect and support your family throughout the year. Take a look at this helpful guide before you get started. Let’s connect if you want to discuss which options are the right fit for your family’s needs.

Master your benefits choices with our open enrollment tips designed to provide best practices and streamline the process.

10/22/2026

If giving is important to you, consider a strategy that maximizes your charitable impact.

Learn how to make the most of your charitable donations with strategies that align your giving goals with financial planning while maximizing tax benefits.

10/20/2026

You can keep giving long after you’re gone. Learn more about how you can leave a legacy by gifting life insurance. ⬇️

A life insurance contract can provide essential protection for your loved ones. However, it can also allow you to make a greater impact with your money, helping to support causes and organizations close to your heart. By donating life insurance to charity, you can make a difference for many…

10/18/2026

Higher rates. Resilient growth. New opportunities. Thrivent's Q4 2026 Market Outlook highlights why staying invested and maintaining a diversified portfolio remains important in today’s market environment. ⬇️

Resilient growth, higher rates, energy-driven inflation and the AI investment boom are shaping the market outlook.

10/16/2026

Here's a cheat sheet with some common terms you might encounter during open enrollment. Keep it handy as you make your benefit decisions.

10/14/2026

A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) can be a smart way to turn a required withdrawal into a meaningful gift.

A QCD allows you to give directly from your IRA to a nonprofit you care about. It can count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD), potentially lower your taxable income and even help manage your future Medicare costs.

Find out more. ⬇️

Qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) allow people 70½ or older to donate required minimum distributions (RMDs) from an individual retirement account (IRA) and gain potential tax benefits.

10/12/2026

Charitable giving is one of the most powerful ways to live your values, support your community and create a lasting legacy.

To make the most of your generosity, consider a strategy called charitable bunching. By grouping multiple years of donations into a single tax year, you may be able to increase your deductions—while still supporting the causes you love every year.

Explore whether charitable bunching is right for you. ⬇️

Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

Discover how charitable bunching can help you make the most of your generosity and unlock valuable tax savings. Learn how this strategy works, who it benefits and how to get started.