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Money Issues

02.02.10

Applying for Unemployment Benefits Money Issues | (0)
Here are some links to help US, UK and Australian Unemployment Benefits. How to Collect Unemployment Benefits (USA) State Unemployment Offices (USA) Applying for Job Seekers Benefits (UK) Locating a Job Centre Office (UK) Applying for Centrelink Benefits (Australia)
01.28.10

Tax Time for Everyone (Even the Unemployed) Money Issues, Tools | (1)
If your adjusted gross income is $57,000 or less in 2009, you can get free tax preparation and e-filing. The IRS website lists many companies to choose from. The most popular being Turbo Tax Free Edition. To prepare and file taxes for State, it will cost $27.95. As you know, the first $2,400 of Unemployment Tax Benefits received in 2009 are free. Here are some articles that can help with your tax preparation. From About.com Job Search Tax Deduction Tips Kiplinger’s 19 Most-Overlooked Tax Deductions MSN’s 10 Tax goofs many of us keep making 2009-2010 Tax Calendar
01.22.10

Unemployed. Broke. Health Insurance?? Money Issues, Tools | (3)
When you’ve been let go your first and most obvious concern is the loss of your income – but another great concern should be your health insurance. Heaven forbid you were to get into an accident or get very ill. An emergency room visit can cost you anywhere from hundreds to thousands of dollars. COBRA If you had health insurance with your last employer may be able to elect continuation coverage also known as COBRA. The U.S. Department of Labor has a FAQ section to give you more information on COBRA. The continuation coverage lasts for 18 months and can cover your ...
01.03.10

3 Free Budgeting Web Apps Apps, Money Issues, Tools | (0)
When you're unemployed, the biggest issue that overtakes your thoughts and keeps you up at night is finances. Here are three free budgeting/financial tracking web applications to help you sleep better. Mint BudgetSketch MoneyTrackin
12.31.09

Unemployment Benefit Tax Break Money Issues | (0)
According to the IRS website, for the 2009 Tax Year those receiving unemployment insurance benefits from the federal government will receive a tax break. Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), the first $2,400 of unemployment benefits an individual receives in 2009 are tax free. This provision applies only to benefits received in 2009: Normally, unemployment benefits are taxable. Individuals who receive unemployment benefits this year should check their withholding to ensure they are not having unnecessary tax withheld. IRS News Release 2009-29 has more detail on this provision

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