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Thinking about retirement and wondering if you’re on the right track? You’re invited to attend “Your Retirement, Your Way: Learn 5 Keys to Retiring Fearlessly,” an educational workshop designed to help you build confidence in your financial future. During this session, we’ll discuss strategies to: • Build guaranteed income and help protect savings from market volatility • Optimize retirement planning for tax efficiency and long‑term growth • Safeguard your finances and loved ones from life’s “what ifs” 📅 Monday, March 2, 2026 ⏰ 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. (Dinner served 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.) 📍 First Lutheran Church 304 Elm St. S., Sauk Centre, MN This session is hosted by Lucas Kosters. 📞 Reserve your spot: Call 320‑348‑8661 No products will be sold.

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Thinking about retirement and wondering if you’re on the right track? You’re invited to attend “Your Retirement, Your Way: Learn 5 Keys to Retiring Fearlessly,” an educational workshop designed to help you build confidence in your financial future. During this session, we’ll discuss strategies to: • Build guaranteed income and help protect savings from market volatility • Optimize retirement planning for tax efficiency and long‑term growth • Safeguard your finances and loved ones from life’s “what ifs” 📅 Monday, March 2, 2026 ⏰ 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. (Dinner served 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.) 📍 First Lutheran Church 304 Elm St. S., Sauk Centre, MN This session is hosted by Lucas Kosters. 📞 Reserve your spot: Call 320‑348‑8661 No products will be sold.

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Planning for retirement or already there? Join us for Thriving in Your Golden Years, a complimentary educational workshop focused on retirement income strategies, estate planning basics, charitable giving, and tax‑efficient investing. 📅 Thursday, March 5 | 🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m. 📍 First Lutheran Church, 1655 18th Ave. E.– Alexandria, MN Featuring special guest Eric W. Bilger, FIC, Financial Advisor at Thrivent. Light refreshments provided. RSVP in NOT required. No products will be sold. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 27784‑75 N11‑25

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Planning for retirement or already there? Join us for Thriving in Your Golden Years, a complimentary educational workshop focused on retirement income strategies, estate planning basics, charitable giving, and tax‑efficient investing. 📅 Thursday, March 5 | 🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m. 📍 First Lutheran Church, 1655 18th Ave. E.– Alexandria, MN Featuring special guest Eric W. Bilger, FIC, Financial Advisor at Thrivent. Light refreshments provided. RSVP in NOT required. No products will be sold. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 27784‑75 N11‑25

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Taxes play a big role in how far your money can go in retirement. Whether you’re early in your savings journey or approaching retirement, Thrivent's comprehensive guide breaks down the essentials in simple terms, from how different accounts are taxed to strategies for creating tax-efficient income. Read more: https://bit.ly/3MybMCS Still have questions? Let’s schedule time to review your financial plan through a tax-smart lens.

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Taxes play a big role in how far your money can go in retirement. Whether you’re early in your savings journey or approaching retirement, Thrivent's comprehensive guide breaks down the essentials in simple terms, from how different accounts are taxed to strategies for creating tax-efficient income. Read more: https://bit.ly/3MybMCS Still have questions? Let’s schedule time to review your financial plan through a tax-smart lens.

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I am grateful to work for a company like Thrivent that gives back so much to our communities through our Action Teams. Yesterday, I was able to join the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Melrose by helping to purchase diapers for families in need. Along with the Sauk Centre Walmart, we were able to make a huge impact for a number of families in the area.

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I am grateful to work for a company like Thrivent that gives back so much to our communities through our Action Teams. Yesterday, I was able to join the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Melrose by helping to purchase diapers for families in need. Along with the Sauk Centre Walmart, we were able to make a huge impact for a number of families in the area.

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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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Updating your life insurance: 7 life events that may affect your coverage

If you’re in one of these 7 life stages, it may be time to update your life insurance coverage. ⬇️

How much life insurance should you have? As life changes, so does the answer to that question.

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I am having a great time meeting new people and chatting with old friends at the Stearns County Fair this week. I will be at my booth in the Commercial Building through Sunday. Stop by and say “Hi!”

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I am having a great time meeting new people and chatting with old friends at the Stearns County Fair this week. I will be at my booth in the Commercial Building through Sunday. Stop by and say “Hi!”

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Looking forward to a great day on the golf course at the Luther Crest Golf Scramble. Luther Crest has been an instrumental part of the faith journey for all 4 of our kids and we are so thankful for the experiences they had there. Alan and I are hole sponsors and players will be playing a fun game at our hole!

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Looking forward to a great day on the golf course at the Luther Crest Golf Scramble. Luther Crest has been an instrumental part of the faith journey for all 4 of our kids and we are so thankful for the experiences they had there. Alan and I are hole sponsors and players will be playing a fun game at our hole!

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S&P Global Ratings Affirms Thrivent’s AA+ (Very Strong) Rating with Stable Outlook

Proud to be part of a financially strong and stable organization committed to serving clients for the long-term! S&P, an independent rating agency, recently affirmed Thrivent’s AA+ (Very Strong) rating along with a stable outlook. Learn more. ⬇️

The rating reflects Thrivent’s strong financial profile and performance MINNEAPOLIS (May 6, 2025) – S&P Global Ratings recently affirmed its AA+ (Very Strong...

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Budgeting 101: Definition, purpose & types

Your budget should work for you, not against you. Align your spending, saving and giving with your values—without guilt or stress. Start building a budget that supports your goals today.

Setting a budget can be a powerful tool to help you align everyday money decisions with your values. It can help you spend, save, invest and give without much...

Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

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

Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products issued by Thrivent. Not available in all states. Securities and investment advisory services offered through Thrivent Investment Management Inc., a registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC, and a subsidiary of Thrivent. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. Registered representative of Thrivent Investment Management, Inc. thrivent.com/privacy-and-security/disclosures.

Insurance products, securities and investment advisory services are provided by appropriately appointed and licensed financial advisors and professionals. Only individuals who are financial advisors are credentialed to provide investment advisory services. Visit Thrivent.com or FINRA’s Broker Check for more information about our financial advisors.

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