Your steady paycheck just became a fond memory, but your bills didn't get the memo. Figure out which expenses keep the lights on and which ones can fuck right off. Create a survival budget that actually works.
That Severance Agreement is a Trap. Here's How Not to Get Screwed
They tell you this is a 'standard package' while they slide papers across the table, but it's possible to negotiate if you understand what they actually care about. That 'standard' package has built-in wiggle room.
The government wants to give you money, but first you have to prove you deserve it through their digital nightmare of a website. Here's how to survive the bureaucratic gauntlet without losing your damn mind.
Your health insurance just dumped you right when you can least afford to get sick. COBRA can cost $700+ per month, but you've got cheaper options if you know where to look. Don't panic pay before exploring your options.
What to Do With Your 401(k) When You Lose Your Job
Your old 401k might look like an emergency fund, but crack it open too early and you could find yourself gifting 40% of it to the IRS. You've got four options, and three of them won't completely screw you.