Benchmark Financial Group Blog

If you haven’t established a New Year’s resolution yet, or even if you’ve set your sights on another goal, we’d like to remind you that January is an excellent time to get your financial life in order. Taking these five simple steps can help you feel more organized, and make the rest of the year go more smoothly. Best of all, they’re not overly...

Most of us can’t wait to retire, but the prospect of living on a fixed income can be somewhat less than exciting. Luckily, federal employees do enjoy one of the most comprehensive retirement systems in the country. But of course, you will feel concerned about the risks, just as much as anyone else. Here are a few things to keep in mind. Inflation...

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. Contribution limits are established by the same rules each year, and your TSP offers investment options that are similar to those included within 401(k) and other retirement...

Now that Fall is in full swing, and the holiday season has arrived, we’re all feeling a bit busy and pressured. You might have a full calendar of events ahead of you, and you’re squeezing in some shopping and travel time as well. It’s no wonder quite a few of us suffer Credit Card Regret when our statements arrive in January! Try these tips to...

It’s not exactly something we all love to think about, but what would happen if you became disabled due to illness or injury? Since last month was National Disability Awareness Month, it might have sparked some thoughts or conversations for you. Or, if not, now is the time to consider the issue. Of course, we all know that there are some...