People sometimes find themselves in the position of losing their job. In today’s economic uncertainty, business closures and layoffs are increasingly common. The loss of a job can cause serious stress for these individuals, personally and financially. To help you through a disruption in employment, we’ve created the checklist “What Issues Should I Consider If I Lose my Job?”

In this checklist, we cover a number of issues to consider, including:

Severance options, if any are offered

Employer benefits, including continuation of health insurance, sick pay, etc.

Eligibility for unemployment benefits

Budget adjustments

Health insurance options

Employer-sponsored retirement accounts, stock plans, and other benefits

Income tax considerations

Retirement or future employment options