Being Unemployed

Being Unemployed Being unemployed is a difficult time for anyone! There are a wide range of issues to deal with. We've broken down those issues into a few sections and provided resources for each.

Coping with Unemployment: Articles and resources on how to cope when you are out of work.
Managing Finances: Looking at your current spending, tax breaks for job seekers, managing debt and more.
Physical/Mental Health: Stress management, understanding COBRA benefits and more.
Blogs on Being Unemployed: Read through a few other people's perspectives on being out of work.

Coping with Unemployment

The stress of being unemployed can get you down. Here are some resources that give guidance on how to cope with being unemployed.

Weathering a long job search - It has some great overall tips on coping with a long job search - from budgeting to how to keep engaged. - (views: 101)
Healing the Scars of a Long Bout of Unemployment - This article talks about the fear that exists when returning to a new job after being unemployed for a long duration. And some of the ways to get past that fear. - (views: 153)
Making Flex Time a Win-Win - This article talks about having a different perspective on part-time work and flexible hours. - (views: 157)
Giving thanks for opportunity and passing it on to others - A reminder that even though the year may have been difficult for many, there are still things to be thankful for. - (views: 145)
Coping With a Job Loss - Again - For those who have suffered twice from job loss, this article provides advice on how to keep your head up and get back in the game. - (views: 156)

Managing Finances

One of the toughest parts about being unemployed is managing your finances. Here are some useful resources.

Tax tips for the unemployed - This article talks about a few areas in the tax code that can work to your benefit if you have been unemployed. - (views: 109)
11 Ways to Get Extra Cash - One of the toughest parts about being out of work is the loss of a steady stream of income. That means it's time to get creative! It's great if you can sell your skills/services to others. But if you can't there are other ways to pick up some extra cash until you find your next full-time gig. This article had some good suggestions. - (views: 382)
What You Need to Know About Unemployment Benefits - Some good information regarding unemployment benefits including the eligibility, the process, how the size is determined, and tax implications. - (views: 216)
Tax Breaks for Job Hunters - A guide to deducting some of the costs of finding new employment. - (views: 160)
Calculator: How Much Am I Spending? - Before you can cut back on expenses, you have to know where it's all going in the first place! Use this handy calculator to get started. - (views: 109)

Physical/Mental Health

Unemployment can definitely impact your physical and mental health. These articles are about keeping your physical and mental health intact during this time.

Navigating health plan options after a job loss - What do you do about health coverage when your COBRA bill is $780 per month or more? This article has some great info about how to navigate the issues surrounding COBRA and how to make a more informed health insurance decision. - (views: 129)
Gyms Offering Membership Deals To Unemployed - Some fitness centers are providing free passes to people who are out of work. - (views: 199)
How Laid-Off Workers Can Cut Insurance Costs - Being out of work is a great time to take a look at all of the insurance bills you pay and decide what coverage you really need (and if there are any ways to get discounts on that coverage). From health insurance, to auto, to homeowners, this article gives a bunch of ideas for how you can cut back on your various premiums. Personally, I was able to save a few bucks by bundling my homeowners and auto insurance with the same provider. - (views: 132)
Stay covered when you're out in the cold - The health insurance system can be complicated and confusing. There are some recent changes you should be aware of including Congress signing off on a short-term premium subsidy for laid-off workers and insurers responding to the needs of a "freelance nation" with a greater variety of individual-market plans. - (views: 122)
Lean Times Bring Workouts Home - Staying physically healthy is one of the most important issues when you are out of work. Your physical health has a huge impact on your mental health and ability to stay positive. But paying for a gym membership may be tough... I actually went and bought a stationary bike off of Craig's List because the monthly dues at the gym became to costly. This article offers some other alternatives to an expensive gym membership. - (views: 112)

Blogs on Being Unemployed

There is a lot of great information on being unemployed being generated by bloggers across the country. We've started a list of some of our favorites.

The Launch Box - Ann Newman's take on being out of work. - (views: 180)

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