So you’ve been given the slip — the pink slip. Take a deep breath, and do the following. To complete this How-To you will need: An unemployment benefits application Job-posting sites Ways to bring in money Professional courses Temp work Step 1: Apply for unemployment If you haven’t already, apply for unemployment, even if you don’t think you’re eligible. Studies show that many people who are entitled to collect don’t even apply. Step 2: Investigate other benefits Investigate benefits that may be available to you in addition to unemployment, like food stamps from the United States Department of Agriculture (see www.fns.usda.gov) and home heating assistance from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (see www.liheap.org). Step 3: Cut expenses Look for creative ways to slash monthly expenses, like raising the deductibles on your insurance policies. If you’re a two-car family, get rid of one car until you’re back on your feet. Tip: Stop buying food until you’ve finished what you have. You probably can live off the contents of your fridge and cupboards for a few weeks without spending a dime. Step 4: Bring in some money …
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