The stock market is booming, which should mean that extra money you are socking away in the North Carolina 401(k) and 457 plans is growing at a nice rate. But are you getting the most out of those self-directed retirement plans?

If you have questions about your investment in those benefits, you can schedule an appointment with Prudential representative Tripp Madden for two upcoming annual visits:

• Tuesday, Sept. 30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Administrative Services II Building, Room 2007
• Tuesday, Oct. 14, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Administrative Services II Building, Room 2007.

Individual half-hour appointments are scheduled on the hour and half-hour on a first-come, first-serve basis by emailing tripp.madden@prudential.com or calling 919-522-5514.

Schedule your appointment quickly to ensure a meeting.