If I were to be laid off, I'd stand to receive ~2400 / month for 26wks in unemployment if you don't include the CARES ACT increase. Really my only fixed expense is rent at 1350 + utilities. Immoral

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It’s a paid insurance benefit. What’s morality got to do with it?

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You pay tax on unemployment benefits btw

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Sure do! A while back my unemployment was about $1350 per month and that was maxed out at the highest level. Unemployment is not cushy like some people think it is and that extra $600 is expiring soon

To be picky about my next role? I also have about 7 months worth of expenses in an emergency fund. Just questioning the morality of living off the system in relative comfort

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You paid for it

Not immoral. We are doing this as a society to ensure people can survive while they hopefully find their next job during that period.

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How much does unemployment pay ? I thought it was around 400 ?

I would be willing to bet I could land a comparable role in 8 months.

Don’t forget their other expenses like Cobra... healthcare insurance. $880 for hubby and me

PUA $600 per week until July plus your weekly UI payments probably between $400-500 or more for 39 weeks max. Until July, it is not bad. After July, you might want to get a new job.

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