How to use deductions to make the most of your paycheck

How to use deductions to make the most of your paycheck

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Life Skills, Business

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The video tutorial explains how to manage your paycheck effectively by understanding the difference between net and gross pay, and the various deductions that affect your take-home pay. It covers mandatory deductions like Social Security, Medicare, and income taxes, and highlights the importance of pre-tax benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans. The tutorial advises against cutting back on these benefits due to their long-term advantages and suggests using online tax calculators to better understand deductions. Finally, it encourages viewers to review their pay stubs and consult HR for additional benefits.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Why is it important to consider long-term benefits when looking at your paycheck?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What should you do if you find a number on your pay stub that you do not recognize?

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