First Financial Investment & Retirement Center

05/21/2026

As a parent or grandparent, you may have diligently saved money in a 529 account to help fund your child’s or grandchild’s college education. But what happens if they decide college isn’t the right path for them? It’s a more common situation than you might think. Read our latest article to find out what you can do with an existing 529 account if your children or grandkids decide not to attend college:
https://blog.firstffcu.com/2026/05/12/what-can-you-do-with-a-529-account-if-your-kids-decide-against-college/

05/14/2026

Learn about sources of retirement income to rely on, retirement risks you may be facing, strategies, and how to use annuities in a virtual Income for Life seminar on June 3rd at 6pm! Register here:
https://trustage.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w6sHXoeuSMmPL0wdCGOiiA #/registration

05/08/2026

Learn about Medicare basics, tips for choosing your coverage, enrolling, and how to consider healthcare costs when planning your retirement income in a virtual seminar on May 12th at 6pm:
https://trustage.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_va2TBTM8TyGeyMoZ_DrNPA #/registration

05/07/2026

Social Security can be complicated, and as a result, many individuals don’t have a full understanding of the choices they may have. Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind:
https://blog.firstffcu.com/2026/04/21/social-security-five-facts-you-need-to-know/

04/28/2026

Do you have questions about your retirement, investments, or planning for your financial future? You can now easily make an appointment for a phone call or in a First Financial branch with me, through my online calendar booking link!

Let's connect:

Please follow the instructions to schedule time with me - it's fast and easy.Call or text: 732-312-1534Email: [email protected]

04/23/2026

Learn about Medicare basics, tips for choosing your coverage, enrolling, and how to consider healthcare costs when planning your retirement income in a virtual seminar on 5/12 at 6pm:
https://trustage.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_va2TBTM8TyGeyMoZ_DrNPA #/registration

04/07/2026

First Financial Investment & Retirement Center Virtual Seminars are back for 2026! How can you make the most of your Social Security benefits? Attend our virtual seminar for help planning your successful retirement on 4/28/26 at 6pm.

Register today:
https://trustage.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_o_g6c4ukREudv-7pE4JZFw #/registration

04/02/2026

April is National Social Security Month — a good reminder to review your claiming strategy.

When you claim Social Security can impact your lifetime benefits. Claiming at 62 means accepting a permanent reduction, while waiting until 70 will increase your monthly payment. The right timing depends on a wide range of factors including your health, income needs, and overall retirement strategy.

If you're within a few years of claiming, now's a great time to review how Social Security fits into your bigger financial picture.

Questions about your retirement strategy? Let's talk.

03/26/2026

Spring isn't just for deep cleaning your home — it's also a chance for financial decluttering too.

Now's a great time to check in on your spending, review automatic payments, organize important documents, and take one small step toward a bigger goal.

Need help figuring out where to start? Reach out—I'm happy to help.



🔗 Sources
CNBC, April 2025
Kiplinger, March 2024
American Express, March 2024