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Will employers pay a higher wage if the employee chooses not to accept them?
In my experience, most benefits are use-it-or-lose it.
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My last employer did. You could only opt in/out once a year or during major life events, but it gave enough flexibility that I could have higher pay or more benefits when it suited me.
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generally among low-wage jobs, if you accept employer-provided healthcare you must pay for the plan from your wages. so kinda
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In my experience, most benefits are use-it-or-lose it.