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CareerUnpaid Taxes
#RI-6a6b026f·9 months ago·
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“Got a job without checking pay structure”

Discovered I've been paid under the table and owe taxes

What I wish I knew
"Check pay structure before accepting job"
If I could tell you one thing
"Research company's pay practices before working there"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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