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Thats more than six million people right nowliving without a job.

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Though these times can feel hopeless, there are some tactics that can help you stay afloat financially.

Here is what somepeople have done while unemployed to double-check they can make ends meet.

Stop any actions that dont equate to surviving, like drinking alcohol.

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Take any subscriptions and cancel them quickly.

None are necessary for survival: trust me!

Karl Tippins is the editor-in-chief forAgeGroup, but before that, he was no stranger to unemployment.

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Tippins said there are three things you should focus on paying for, and eliminate the rest.

I only focused on monthly bills, rent, insurance and groceries.

Learning to cook at home can be a game-changer during such times.

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Renouard said she had some tight times before she fully dove into content writing.

For example, if you have an extra room, Renouard recommended renting out on Airbnb.

By taking advantage of free resources, you’re able to acquire valuable knowledge without spending much money.

There arenumerous free online resourcesthat can help you gain new knowledge without breaking the bank.

Public libraries are also invaluable, providing access to books, magazines and online courses.

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