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Money and Your Goals
How to help make sure you're saving enough for retirement
April 16, 2021
Sure, it’s important to save for retirement. But other major priorities, such as your kids’ private school, or a big wedding to plan, could throw you off course. So now that you’ve been at it for a while and have grappled with all kinds of expenses, you may be thinking, “Will I have enough to live the retirement I’ve planned?” If you’re willing to make some changes and a few sacrifices here and there, you’ll find that retirement doesn’t need to be an either/or proposition.
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The sandwich generation: How to prioritize and plan for college costs
April 12, 2021
In 2020, fewer than half of parents surveyed felt confident about paying for their teens’ college costs. And it’s not a surprise: tuition was on the rise, and most parents of teenagers are in the sandwich generation, which means they’re also juggling the needs of their aging parents and saving for their retirement. It’s hard to know what to prioritize now, and what to put on the backburner for later.
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What to do with your 401(k) when you're leaving your job
March 3, 2021
An estimated 16 million Americans who've left their jobs have also abandoned retirement-account assets, usually because it was a relatively small amount they simply forgot. Does that seem incredible? Perhaps. However, if you suddenly become unemployed, you too may find yourself way more focused on the job hunt than your retirement savings sitting with your former employer. Consider focusing on both your next career move and a revised 401(k) strategy, so you can maintain your short- and long-term financial goals.
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How variable annuities can help support your retirement goals
January 5, 2021
If you're like most Americans, your primary goal of retirement income planning is to help ensure one thing: you don't outlive your money – so you can focus on your passions, loved ones and life goals with confidence. Variable annuities can be an excellent tool to help you achieve your retirement goals. Whether you're 30 years out from retirement or looking for guaranteed income now, variable annuities have key benefits to consider at different stages of your retirement journey. We spoke to Todd Yeiter – a CFP® professional and Director of Advisor Support at Thrivent – about the potential role variable annuities may play in your retirement plans
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