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Common layoff questions
What should I do in the first 24 hours after a layoff?+
Stay calm, save copies of your offer letter, pay stubs, and any separation documents, and don't sign anything on the spot. Then work a short, prioritized checklist.
First 24 Hours checklistHow long will my savings last after a layoff?+
Your runway is roughly your accessible savings divided by your monthly burn after unemployment and severance. Run your own numbers in minutes.
Layoff Runway CalculatorShould I sign my severance agreement immediately?+
Usually no. Many agreements give you time to review, and signing waives rights. Check the terms and red flags first.
Severance Agreement Red FlagsCan I file unemployment if I receive severance?+
It depends on your state — severance can reduce, delay, or not affect benefits. Estimate first, then verify with your state.
Unemployment Benefits EstimatorHow do I compare COBRA and Marketplace insurance?+
Compare the monthly premiums side by side, check whether your doctors are in-network, and factor in income-based Marketplace subsidies.
COBRA vs Marketplace CalculatorWhat happens to my 401(k) after a layoff?+
You can usually leave it, roll it to an IRA or a new employer plan, or (rarely) cash out. Each path has different tax consequences.
401(k) After Layoff HelperWhat happens to RSUs or stock options after a layoff?+
Unvested equity is often forfeited and vested options can have a short exercise window. Review the deadlines before they pass.
Equity & 401(k) hubWhat should H-1B workers do after a layoff?+
There may be an up-to-60-day planning window, but it depends on your facts and I-94. Map your timeline and questions for an immigration attorney.
H-1B 60-Day CountdownHow do I explain a layoff in interviews?+
Keep it short, neutral, and forward-looking — a layoff is a business decision, not a performance story. Use a simple script.
How to explain a layoffHow do I check WARN notices for my company?+
Many states publish WARN filings for mass layoffs. See how the WARN Act works and what is reported in your state.
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On an H-1B or work visa
Map your planning window, I-94 limits, and attorney questions after a visa-holder layoff.
ExploreRSUs, stock options, 401(k) & tax
Sort out equity deadlines, rollovers, and layoff-year tax questions before they expire.
ExploreRestarting your job search
Resume, LinkedIn, recruiter messages, and a weekly application tracker.
ExploreChecking company layoff notices
Track WARN notices, company layoff signals, and severance intel.
ExploreState unemployment resources
File in the state where you worked. Start with your state's page, then verify amounts and deadlines with the official agency.
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On a work visa?
Use the H-1B layoff toolkit here, then review deeper immigration and NRI planning resources.
Layoff-year tax planning
Severance, unemployment, equity, and retirement decisions can create tax questions. Use LayoffNext for the plan and TaxSaveIQ for deeper tax planning.
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