Archives by: Brandon Smith
About the author
Brandon P. Smith is the author of Northeast Ohio Thrive’s Social Security & You blog. He is a Social Security public affairs specialist with the Social Security Administration, based in Cleveland. A Cleveland native, he joined the SSA in 2003. He is the primary contact for media relations, outreach, and presentations for the agency in Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain, and Geauga counties. In addition to other communications awards, Brandon received a Deputy Commissioner Citation from Social Security’s Office of Communication in 2015 for his outstanding public affairs support of the agency’s national communication initiatives.
Brandon Smith Posts
Financial Literacy Month serves as a reminder that Social Security is a vital part of any financial plan. Our online tools are here to help you understand your potential Social Security benefits and how they fit into your financial future. ...
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America Saves Week, which runs from April 8 to 12 this year, is an excellent opportunity for organizations to promote good financial habits and for people to assess their own saving status. This year’s theme is “Saving for What Matters Most.” ...
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Women have longer average life expectancies and tend to live more years in retirement than men. This means that women have a greater chance of exhausting other sources of income while their Social Security benefit continues for life. It’s important for women to plan early and wisely for retirement. ...
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Social Security works with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to protect you from scams that use Social Security as bait. Section 1140 of the Social Security Act allows OIG to impose severe penalties against anyone who engages in misleading Social Security-related advertising or imposter communications. ...
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The Social Security Administration heightens public awareness about Social Security-related and other government imposter scams during the fifth annual “Slam the Scam” Day on March 7, 2024. Knowing how to identify potential scammers will help safeguard your personal information. ...
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Social Security’s ranking on Forrester's 2023 Customer Experience Index increased by 3.3 points – the only agency on the list to make a significant gain. Forrester’s’ recognition of our customer service improvements reflects our commitment to making it easier for you to do business with us. ...
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Lean on the Social Security Administration to help protect yourself from scams that can damage your finances and reputation. It's hard to keep up with the latest scam trends but these online resources can help you stay one step ahead of the tricksters. ...
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Sharing is caring. This Valentine’s Day, take time to remind your loved ones that Social Security helps people in all stages of life. Social Security provides easy and convenient ways to learn about and apply for benefits. Using online services, you can assist friends and family members in several ways. ...
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