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[quote=Anonymous][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]

Not with $200k in investments.  You don’t need to sell the house.  But, you will not get help with savings.   Take any job including food delivery when your kids are not with you.  [/quote]

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