Shakespeare's writing style. Detail from statue of Shakespeare in Leicester Square, London. William Shakespeare's style of writing was borrowed from the conventions of the day and adapted to his needs.
How to Pay Self-Employment Tax. To pay self-employment tax, you must have a Social Security number (SSN) or an individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). Obtaining a Social Security Number. If you never had an SSN, apply for one using Form SS-5, Application for a Social Security Card.
Qualifying for Social Security. Workers do not automatically qualify for Social Security retirement benefits. They must work and pay a minimum in Social Security taxes for at least 40 quarters (10 years) during their working lives if born in 1929 or later. These 40 quarters need not be consecutive.