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[quote=Anonymous]I lost my job about a month ago and am concerned that it could take me a long time to find a new job. As such, I am carefully reviewing my finances to make sure I don’t run out of money. I am divorced w 50/50 custody.  I currently have approx $15k in my checking account after receiving severance, which will pay bills for maybe 3-4 months. I applied for unemployment and was approved, but haven’t received any payments yet due to I am assuming the severance payment + my last paycheck + accrued PTO payout etc.

I have approx $200k in an investment account, as well as some $ in retirement. And worst case scenario I could sell my house and net ~$150-200k after paying off the mortgage. However, looking at the rental market, I likely wouldn’t be able to rent anything for less than my current mortgage (and realistically understand that it is quite unlikely that I would be approved for housing anywhere with no job).

The reason I am posting is this - If I am still unemployed, will I be able to qualify for free/reduced lunch for my kids when school starts again in the fall? Im in Fairfax County. Are there any other benefits that I qualify for?  I am going to assume not since I do have $ that I can access and public benefits are/should be reserved for those w no other options.

TIA for any advice/insight.  Please dont pile on me, I feel like this is a very dumb question that is coming from a place of privilege but I need some advice.[/quote]

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