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Thrivent Magazine

Fall 2021

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Social Security
When to claim Social Security
Whether you’ve had a strategy for retirement for years or only recently started thinking about it, one thing is almost certain: You’re planning on Social Security benefits as part of your retirement income. But when should you claim your benefits?
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Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.
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