Normally, unemployment benefits are taxable. However, under the Recovery Act, people who received unemployment benefits during 2009 can exclude the first $2,400 of these benefits when they file their federal returns.

Most job-hunting expenses -- such as resume creation, postage and travel expenses -- are deductible.

If you had to move more than 50 miles for a job, much of the mileage and expenses can be deducted.

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