Unemployment benefits – the money you receive from the state when you’re out of work – used to last for a maximum of 26 weeks. Since times are tough, states have increased the maximum. Some states send you a check for up to 49 weeks; others, like Florida and California, have extended benefits up to 79 weeks. That’s a year and a half!
How long can you collect unemployment in your state? Find out with this new map from CNN.com:
Map: Unemployment benefits by state
Unfortunately, unemployment is only a fraction of your previous salary, and benefits usually won’t pay all the bills. Make sure you start your job search long before your benefits are supposed to run out!
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