 TITLE: How to Manage Payments if You’re Unemployed CONTENT: Boost Your Income\n-----------------\nIf you've taken some of these measures and are still worried about making ends meet, consider finding other ways to obtain income during this time. For example, many grocery stores and in-demand retailers such as Amazon and Walmart may be hiring. Gig economy jobs have also proven lucrative for some.\nConsider looking for online work, such as becoming a virtual assistant or doing freelance administrative work including transcription, research or data entry. Here are a few websites to begin your search with:\n*   **Upwork**: This platform is popular with businesses and entrepreneurs looking to hire a variety of professionals for freelance gigs.\n*   **FlexJobs**: FlexJobs is a subscription service that can connect you with remote jobs (full-time and part-time).\n*   **Fiverr**: Fiverr specializes in what are called \"micro-gigs\" that can be done quickly, such as writing a few posts for a client's social media page.\n*   **Indeed**: While many jobseekers may be familiar with Indeed for its traditional job postings, the website can also be used to find freelance opportunities.\nDealing with unemployment and the resulting financial hardship is incredibly stressful and scary, but take a deep breath and know there are numerous resources to help you navigate and survive this tough time. END