We contribute to Social Security to provide a safety net for ourselves and future generations, ensuring financial support during retirement, disability, or in the event of a loved one's death. These contributions help fund benefits that can alleviate poverty and provide stability for millions of Americans. Additionally, Social Security serves as a way to pool resources collectively, allowing individuals to benefit from a system that protects against unforeseen financial hardships.
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Yes, you can contribute to a 401(k) and still collect Social Security benefits. Your 401(k) contributions do not affect your eligibility for Social Security benefits.
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Both. Employers and employees contribute an equal percentage of the employee's income to Social Security.
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If you don't pay into Social Security, you may not be eligible to receive benefits when you retire or if you become disabled. It is important to contribute to Social Security to ensure financial support in the future.
employers and employees both have to contribute equal amounts of money into the Social Security Trust Fund
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Law that requires workers to contribute to social security and medicare.
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Every pay Period