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You can legally work while collecting Unemployment
Insurance.
Sometimes, it makes sense. Other times? Not so much.
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Many states allow you to work up to a maximum
number of days and a maximum dollar amount. New York, for instance,
will reduce your Unemployment by 25% for each day that you work - up to a
maximum of four days. You may also make up to barely over $400 during the
week (your state may operate in a similar fashion - check with your state's Department of
Labor for specific guidelines).
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Many states also consider one second of work equal to
one full day of work. They also consider 12 hours equal to only one full
day of work.
So, if you are looking to optimize your earnings while looking for a real
job, taking a part-time gig may not be a bad idea. But you should go into
it with a strategy.
For instance: if a company wants to hire you for 20 hours each week, you
could work four hours every weekday or five hours in only four days. In
either case, you would receive no money from Unemployment. If, however, the
company agrees to let you "stack" your hours - two 10 hour
workdays, your Unemployment check will only be cut by half. If you make
more in those two days than you lose by working, you're money ahead.
IN THE CARAVAN:
Check out your state's
Department of Labor to see what laws govern your right to work
part-time while collecting Unemployment, then develop a strategy to
maximize your income.
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