Michelle Walker - Thrivent

05/27/2026

Use your sales skills to help clients meet their financial goals while building a career where you can reach your own. Thrivent offers the resources, support and advisor-centric ecosystem you need to grow.

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05/25/2026

To all who served and sacrificed for our freedom, thank you.

05/22/2026

You can't buy something exactly like Social Security on the market.​

As retirement expert Dr. Michael Finke, Professor and Frank M. Engle Chair of Retirement Security, The American College of Financial Services, pointed out in an interview with Bjorn Larson, Thrivent's Director of Financial Education, it offers a unique combination of guaranteed income that's also inflation-protected.​

Watch the full interview to get more insight on planning your retirement: https://bit.ly/4dhtRQk

05/21/2026

Which one of the following tools have you used to help add predictability to your portfolio during periods of market uncertainty?

1. Certificate of deposit (CD)
2. High-yield savings account
3. Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity (MYGA)

If you’ve never heard of a MYGA before, you’re not alone. Let’s explore what it is and how it might work for you.

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When you're looking for investment solutions that offer stability and security—especially in an uncertain market—your options aren't just limited to CDs and high-yield savings accounts in retirement.

05/20/2026

As a financial advisor at Thrivent, you’re at the forefront of the work we do. That’s why we invest in the tools, support and compensation you need to succeed. Whether it’s leading your own practice, joining a team of experienced professionals or serving clients as a virtual financial advisor, you can make a difference.

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05/18/2026

During an interview, Bjorn Larson, Thrivent’s Director of Financial Education, sat down with retirement experts David Blanchett and Dr. Michael Finke to answer the question: 'What's the advantage of goal-based retirement planning?'​

The answer: It allows you to do more with your money.​

Goal-based retirement planning isn't just about reaching a specific number on a screen or having a certain portfolio makeup. It's about honing in on the goals you have for retirement and tailoring your financial plan to help you meet them.​

Watch Bjorn's full conversation with David and Michael here: https://bit.ly/4dhtRQk

05/15/2026

Thrivent's May Market Update breaks down what’s driving recent volatility, how stocks and bonds are responding, and why staying diversified and focused on fundamentals remains important.

Moderating growth, steady inflation and ongoing global uncertainty are shaping our outlook.

05/14/2026

Your income supports your family—what happens if it stops? Disability income insurance can provide a safety net during difficult times.

Together, we can discuss how adding coverage can fit into your current financial plan.

When you rely on your income to support your family, it's difficult to envision life without it. But the unexpected can happen, and planning for a time without a paycheck can help you prepare for whatever life has in store.

05/12/2026

Certificates of deposit and multi-year guarantee annuities can both help offer predictability to your portfolio, particularly in an uncertain market. Here’s how to know which might make sense for you.

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Multi-year guaranteed annuities (MYGAs) and certificates of deposit (CDs) are two solutions that help protect your money while providing the opportunity to build returns at the same time. Neither a MYGA or CD is tied to market performance, but both can offer competitive yields.

05/10/2026

Sending love and gratitude to all the moms and mother figures who made us who we are today. Happy Mother’s Day!