Part-Time to Full-Time: Income Planning
Moving full-time changes income, taxes, and benefits. Plan the transition thoughtfully.
Estimate new annual income with
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Income effects
- More hours → higher base income
- Consistency improves budgeting
- Overtime eligibility may change
Benefits
- Health insurance, retirement match, PTO
- Consider waiting periods and vesting
Taxes
- Higher gross pay may change withholdings
- Revisit pre-tax contributions (401k, HSA) to optimize take-home
Action plan
- Estimate net pay at new hours
- List added benefits and their value
- Adjust budget for commuting/childcare changes
FAQs
Will I take home much more?
Usually, but net depends on taxes and benefit deductions. Model both scenarios.
When should I switch?
When full-time income and benefits outweigh flexibility needs and costs.
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