Security First Retirement Solutions

Investing in Our Community

At Security First Retirement Solutions, we’re proud members and South Carolina state directors of The Financial Education Program (FEP). This nonprofit organization is committed to offering complimentary knowledge-building materials to the community. Established in response to the pressing issue of financial illiteracy, FEP has assisted numerous individuals in improving their financial well-being by addressing the common financial challenges they may face in their daily lives.

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Your Retirement Income Planning Specialists


Our dedicated team has the heart and know-how to help you!

Steve Lewis, LUTCF, CPIA, CLCS

Insurance Professional & Co-Owner


Throughout his entire career, Steve Lewis has been on a mission to help retirees and business owners protect their assets, families and businesses. Steve Lewis has been serving clients in the insurance industry for more 30 years.


Steve is also an Amazon best-selling author. He has published three books covering the topics of personal tragedy and property/casualty insurance-related issues. For the last seven years, he has co-hosted a local radio show on WGTK 94.5 FM. He has also been featured regularly on WORD 106.3 FM and 930 AM in Sarasota, Florida, as well as Talk 102.3 FM in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 

He is a board member of the Union County Chamber of Commerce, the Chairman of Deacons at Christian Fellowship Baptist Church, and is heavily involved in many community activities. He is a graduate of the Financial Planning School at the University of Central Florida and has a bachelor’s degree in business management.


Steve loves photography and videography. He enjoys flying drones to capture unique photos and videos. He is also avid van of college football and motorsports. Steve and his wife Becky have been married for 33 years. They have two sons, Matthew and Brandon. They also have a two-year-old granddaughter named Ellie.

Steve is a member of the Financial Education Partnership.

Dan Crider, LUTCF

Insurance Professional & Co-Owner


Dan is a Co-founder of Security First Retirement Solutions. As a financial professional, Dan provides comprehensive retirement income services. He was a guest contributor on WGTK 94.5 FM with Steve during his day's on the radio. Prior to Security First, Dan has worked as a licensed financial specialist for 32 years. Dan is a recipient and holder of the LUTCF (Life Underwriting Training Counsel Fellow). Outside of his passion for advisory and dedication to his clients, you can find Dan in the outdoors, spending quality time with family, or discovering new and seasoned music.

Dan is a member of the Financial Education Partnership.

Tammy Crider

Insurance Professional & Co-Owner


Tammy is a Co-founder and financial professional with Security First Retirement Solutions. Tammy has over thirty plus years’ experience in the financial industry. Her passion is to assist clients with accumulating and preserving their retirement assets. Her favorite part about her career is being an avid advocate for finding the best fit solutions that protect her clients. Tammy holds a license in the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. Outside of taking care of her clients, she enjoys adventures to the mountains, watching her two grandsons play sports and gatherings with family and friends.

Tammy is a member of the Financial Education Partnership.

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