by Benchmark Financial Group | Oct 4, 2022 | Retirement Income, Retirement Planning, Thrift Savings Plan
As a federal employee, you are probably aware that your Thrift Savings Plan offers many of the same advantages as a 401(k) plan often offered by private sector employers. There are many options to consider when managing your TSP—fund options, how much to contribute,...
by Benchmark Financial Group | Sep 8, 2022 | Financial Health, Retirement Income, Retirement Planning
As a federal employee approaching retirement, understanding all the options with your benefits is critical. By understanding your benefits, you can put together an income strategy for a successful retirement. You’re probably familiar with the three main pillars of...
by Benchmark Financial Group | Aug 1, 2022 | Retirement Income
If you are on the road to retirement, one roadblock you might run into is deciphering how your current net income will compare to your net income in retirement. While it may not be true for every case, many don’t realize that their retirement net income can be equal,...
by Benchmark Financial Group | Jul 8, 2022 | Financial Health, Market Conditions
It’s not unusual for the market to take a turn in a not-so-ideal direction. But if you are on the cusp of retirement, you may be wondering if retirement is an option at all. While the market changes can be painful for a lot of investors, the good news is that it is...
by Benchmark Financial Group | Jun 6, 2022 | Retirement, Retirement Planning
As you approach retirement, you are faced with many choices in planning for your future outside of the workforce and making decisions to meet your financial goals. But how do you know if it is the right time to retire? Today’s economic circumstances and world events...
