Benchmark Financial Group Blog

By: Shane Flait Today's retirees often don't have a company pension. Their only steady source of income is their Social Security benefits (SSB). But often that's not enough and they want to count on an income that'll cover their living expenses. If they've acquired a decent amount of savings they can use an annuity to assure them an adequate...

By:  Dana Anspach, www.moneyover55.about.com If you’ve held a stable job for most of your career, it’s likely you haven’t had to give much thought to your health insurance plan. Instead, it’s been a benefit consistently offered through your employer. With retirement approaching, now what? You’ll want to follow the steps below to evaluate your...

By: Richard Gaudiosi, Social Security Administration Public Affairs Specialist It's never too early to start thinking about your retirement.  When you do, one of your first questions may be, "When's the best time to start receiving retirement benefits?" There is no "best age" for everyone and, ultimately, it is your choice.  You should make an...

By: The National Association of Insurance Commissioners Buying Life Insurance How much do you need? What is the Right Kind? Finding a Low Cost Policy Things to Remember Buying Life Insurance When you buy life insurance you want coverage that fits your needs and doesn't cost too much. First, decide how much you need - and for how long - and what...