Surviving Financially When You're Unemployed

This document provides advice on surviving financially when unemployed, including: 1. Plan for at least 6 months of unemployment by creating a bare-bones budget and finding ways to increase income such as unemployment benefits, part-time work, or selling possessions. 2. Reduce expenses where possible, like increasing insurance deductibles, selling your car, negotiating bills, or canceling discretionary services. 3. Consider last resort options only if truly desperate, like borrowing from retirement funds, taking a lower paying job, or selling your home. The goal is to avoid short-sighted decisions that could negatively impact your long-term finances.