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You insure things like your car, your home and your health. But what about your ability to earn an income? Disability income insurance helps protect a portion of your income if illness or injury prevents you from working. Discover more about it here: https://bit.ly/43uhU4c

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You insure things like your car, your home and your health. But what about your ability to earn an income? Disability income insurance helps protect a portion of your income if illness or injury prevents you from working. Discover more about it here: https://bit.ly/43uhU4c

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Women, Wealth & Wisdom - Columbia, SC

Most women I talk to don’t want more financial information… they just want to feel more confident and clear about their decisions. That’s exactly why I’m hosting Women, Wealth & Wisdom here in Columbia. This is not a sales event. It’s a relaxed, welcoming evening focused on: • Real-life financial insights that actually apply • Feeling more in control of your money • Simple, practical next steps you can use right away Plus—we’ll have dinner provided, so you can just show up, connect, and enjoy the conversation. If this sounds like something you’ve been needing (or a friend has), I’d love to have you there. 👉 Save your seat here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-wealth-wisdom-columbia-sc-tickets-1990995184192?aff=FAemail

Hear stories about women who have figured out a few things about their finances—and enriched their lives in ways beyond their bank accounts.

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6 common investing mistakes & how to avoid them

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.

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Covenant Baptist Church Operation Inasmuch 2026 Had the best time serving at Operation Inasmuch this morning—making drinks and handing out goody boxes to students preparing for exams. 💛 So grateful to be part of a church that truly loves and serves its community!

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Covenant Baptist Church Operation Inasmuch 2026 Had the best time serving at Operation Inasmuch this morning—making drinks and handing out goody boxes to students preparing for exams. 💛 So grateful to be part of a church that truly loves and serves its community!

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Come out and join us at the Trinity Homeschool Academy Curriculum Sale and Resource Fair at Restoration Life Ministries.

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Come out and join us at the Trinity Homeschool Academy Curriculum Sale and Resource Fair at Restoration Life Ministries.

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How to start investing with little money

You don’t need a fortune to start investing—just a plan. Even small, consistent investments can grow into something big over time. The key? Getting started. ⬇️

When you've been busy with a growing family and financial goals like buying a house or paying down debt, it's understandable that you might have put off...

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2026 IRA contribution deadline: There's still time to maximize your savings

April 15 is coming up, but you still have time to take action. See all the details on 2025 IRA contributions. ⬇️

The calendar has officially flipped to 2026, but you can still contribute to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) for the 2025 tax year.

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What Today’s Savvy Donors Wish You Knew About Planning Their Gifts - Together SC

What Today’s Savvy Donors Wish You Knew About Planning Their Gifts explores how modern donors think about giving and the interaction between their other financial goals and tax exposure. This session highlights practical strategies—beyond cash—that can help donors give more effectively while strengthening long‑term relationships with your organization. Thursday, April 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT) Join Us Virtually Register: https://www.togethersc.org/events/what-todays-savvy-donors-wish-you-knew-about-planning-their-gifts

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Enjoyed a beautiful day celebrating Pi Day and our Thrivent members at Thrivent Day at Riverbanks Zoo! 🐘🌿 Grateful for the chance to connect, laugh, and spend time with such an incredible community. Days like this remind me how special it is to serve members who truly live out their values and make our communities stronger. ✨

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Enjoyed a beautiful day celebrating Pi Day and our Thrivent members at Thrivent Day at Riverbanks Zoo! 🐘🌿 Grateful for the chance to connect, laugh, and spend time with such an incredible community. Days like this remind me how special it is to serve members who truly live out their values and make our communities stronger. ✨

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“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

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“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

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