Brenton Smith
Brenton Smith (A.K.A. Joe The Economist) writes nationally on the issue of Social Security reform with work appearing in Forbes, FedSmith.com, MarketWatch, TheHill.com, and regional media like The Denver Post.
2019 Social Security Trustees Report: Finally Some Good News?
The author discusses the 2019 Social Security trustees report and why it appears to contain good news on the surface.
Upcoming Social Security Trustees Report: What’s The Difference Between Bad News and Worse News?
The 2019 Social Security Trustees report is slated for release soon. The author says if there is bad news about the program’s future, now is the time to report it.
Will Social Security be Gone by the Time I Retire?
A question younger Americans often ask is, “Will Social Security be there when I retire?” The author explores this scenario and what threats the program faces.
Is Social Security Welfare or Insurance?
New legislation promises to keep Social Security solvent for the rest of the century, but the author says the devil is in the details of the bill.
Eliminate the Cap, Solve Social Security’s Financial Problems?
Would eliminating the cap on Social Security be a good thing? The author says it is not a good idea.
Survey: Older Individuals More Likely to Support Tax Increase to Shore Up Social Security
We recently asked our readers if they would support higher taxes to extend full Social Security benefits. Here is what you told us.
Will The Cavalry Save Social Security?
The author says the typical worker faces the prospect of losing money on Social Security. Will higher taxes solve this problem?
Fact Check: The GOP Targets Social Security
Social Security is often made into a political issue, but the author says that it will take bipartisan action to solve problems facing the program.
Social Security Claiming Rules Invite Calamity
The author says that a combination of poor advice and out-dated rules expose seniors to consequences that last a life time.
Will Millennials Get Social Security?
Millennials need to stop asking if they will collect Social Security and start asking how will they manage the cost of seniors as their benefits are reduced.
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