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Today's Lesson

Why is my paycheck smaller than expected?

Taxes, FICA, and pre-tax deductions all take a bite before money hits your account. Today you'll learn exactly where it goes, and how to read your pay stub like a pro.

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Learning Paths

Your First Paycheck

Six lessons that turn your first job into your first real money lesson.

Your First Paycheck

6 lessons · ~12 minutes total

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Why is my paycheck smaller than expected?

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How to read a pay stub

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Budgeting your first paycheck

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Needs versus wants

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Saving your first $1,000

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Spend, save, or invest?

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Sample Quiz

Your paycheck shows $18/hr × 40 hours, but your deposit is smaller. Why?

Your employer made a mistake

Taxes and pre-tax deductions were withheld

Your bank charged a processing fee