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Retirement savings by age: What's average & what's recommended

Curious if your retirement savings are on track? Averages can be helpful, but they’re not the whole story. See where you stand and explore tips for retirement savings by age. 👇

Wondering if your retirement savings are on track? Learn how much people have saved by age on average and what those numbers can—and can't—tell you...

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Are your retirement savings on track?

Want to help boost your 2025 tax savings? Let's connect to explore how you can balance your retirement goals with your day-to-day.

How much you need to save depends on your income, lifestyle and retirement goals. Connect with your financial advisor today to take advantage of urgent options...

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How to know if you're saving enough for retirement

Roadblocks happen, but they don't have to stop your progress. Discover how to stay on track with your retirement goals. 👇

Sure, it’s important to save for retirement. But other major priorities, such as your kids’ tuition, or a big wedding to plan, could throw you off course.

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As a parent, you already know the values you want to instill in your kids. But figuring out how to teach them isn’t always easy, especially when it comes to money. The good news? Raising money-smart kids doesn’t require a lesson plan—just simple, everyday moments. Small habits practiced together can build financial discipline that grows with them. 🙌 These five are a great place to start. ⬆️

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As a parent, you already know the values you want to instill in your kids. But figuring out how to teach them isn’t always easy, especially when it comes to money. The good news? Raising money-smart kids doesn’t require a lesson plan—just simple, everyday moments. Small habits practiced together can build financial discipline that grows with them. 🙌 These five are a great place to start. ⬆️

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The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates shift

Whether you’re saving for something big, looking to generate a steady income, or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and there for you when you need it—regardless of shifting interest rates. Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track as interest rates change.

Keeping too much cash on hand can hurt your portfolio. Discover tips to help optimize returns when rates fluctuate. Contact a financial...

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Financial literacy for teens: 6 lessons about money management

One of the greatest gifts you can offer your teenager is teaching them about money. In a few years, they'll face financial decisions that demand a long-term perspective. Here are ways to start the conversation. ⬇️

Teenagers tend to live in the here and now, especially when it comes to money. In just a few short years, however, they'll need to make important financial...

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When you’re raising a young family, it can feel like you’re constantly juggling competing priorities: housing costs, daycare, groceries and everything in between. And all too often, future goals get put on the back burner. 🎯 Here’s a helpful tip: A few simple, tax-friendly moves can help your money stretch a little further today and make a meaningful difference tomorrow. Get in touch if you’d like to talk through how to incorporate these into your overall financial plan. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

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When you’re raising a young family, it can feel like you’re constantly juggling competing priorities: housing costs, daycare, groceries and everything in between. And all too often, future goals get put on the back burner. 🎯 Here’s a helpful tip: A few simple, tax-friendly moves can help your money stretch a little further today and make a meaningful difference tomorrow. Get in touch if you’d like to talk through how to incorporate these into your overall financial plan. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

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The first step to building a portfolio? Choosing the right asset mix. A diversified portfolio may include: ✅ Cash ✅ Stocks ✅ Bonds ✅ Mutual funds and ETFs Each plays a different role. Some help manage and grow your money, others add stability or spread out your risk. The key is finding the mix that fits your goals, timeline and comfort level. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/45HHnZe

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The first step to building a portfolio? Choosing the right asset mix. A diversified portfolio may include: ✅ Cash ✅ Stocks ✅ Bonds ✅ Mutual funds and ETFs Each plays a different role. Some help manage and grow your money, others add stability or spread out your risk. The key is finding the mix that fits your goals, timeline and comfort level. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/45HHnZe

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Finances + Generosity | Thrivent

Even though your personal finances likely start with your personal goals, they can also be a way to support the people, causes and community you love. Who are you building your legacy for?

Thrivent can help you plan your finances for the people, causes and communites you love.

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When you’re juggling big priorities—saving for a home, paying down debt or supporting a growing family—investing is easy to push to the bottom of the list. But here’s why it deserves your attention. 👇 Even small, steady contributions can grow meaningfully over time thanks to compound growth. The earlier you begin and the more consistent you are, the greater your long-term potential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aS7iRG

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When you’re juggling big priorities—saving for a home, paying down debt or supporting a growing family—investing is easy to push to the bottom of the list. But here’s why it deserves your attention. 👇 Even small, steady contributions can grow meaningfully over time thanks to compound growth. The earlier you begin and the more consistent you are, the greater your long-term potential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aS7iRG

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