I need to find a Job quick as my current position is getting shutdown and I have 2 Kids that I support on my own. So I need to find a Job quick and since I have been out of the Job hunting market for a while I am afraid I am not so in tune with how to write a great resume. FYI: I am really hard working trust worthy person, but I am in my 50s so I know Job doors are lil harder to open for someone like me unless you have a well written resume. So my questions are;

1- What are the secrets to writing a successful Resume?
2- Should I pay someone to write my Resume for me? If yes, who and how much should I budget for this?