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Laid Off? Here's How to Stay Afloat
This June 2008 article discusses subjects workers should consider to evaluate "how they'd cope financially if they lose their job." The article suggests negotiating severance packages, filing for unemployment benefits promptly, and assessing health insurance options. The article advises against tapping into your 401(k), relying on a home equity line of credit (HELOC), and overusing credit cards. From SmartMoney magazine.
http://www.smartmoney.com/spending/deals/laid-off-heres-how-to-stay-afloat-23321/

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