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How to Check Your Social Security Statement (And What the Numbers Actually Mean)

If you haven't read your latest Social Security statement, here's why you should.

By Matt Frankel, CFP – Mar 14, 2026 at 8:11AM EST

Ever since the Social Security Administration stopped mailing annual statements a few years ago, many Americans -- especially those not yet at retirement age -- haven't been reading theirs. In this video, Certified Financial Planner® Matt Frankel walks you through how to find your Social Security statement and the most important information to pay attention to.

*Stock prices used were the morning prices of March 11, 2026. The video was published on March 14, 2026.

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Matt Frankel, CFP
Matt Frankel, CFP, is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst specializing in the real estate and financial sectors. Prior to The Motley Fool, Matt taught high school and college mathematics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University of South Carolina, a master’s degree in mathematics from Nova Southeastern University, and a graduate certificate in financial planning from Florida State University. He won a SABEW award for coverage of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. He is also regularly interviewed by Cheddar, Globe St, The National Desk, and other TV networks and publications for his real estate, financial, stock market, and investing expertise.
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