Unemployment insurance fails to cover minimal rent, food, and transportation costs in 75 of the 109 cities, says a recent study. (Photo: Shutterstock)
Millions of Americans are still reeling from the effects of COVID-19 and rely on unemployment insurance (UI) to meet essential expenses. Too often, though, these monthly payments fall short of a person's basic needs. According to a new report from Real Estate Witch, UI fails to cover minimal rent, food, and transportation costs in 75 of the 109 cities in the study.
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