A lot of business activities halted as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, and millions of people are out of work for the foreseeable future, with the likelihood of more people joining in. Over 33 million new unemployment claims were filed and with the job losses on the high scale, recovery will be very slow...
The coronavirus pandemic has altered the world’s normal and introduced quite a number of uncertainties in its wake. Nobody knows if or when they’re going to get laid off, salaries are being cut, businesses moving slowly, bills piling up, everyone is scrambling to get through each day, which is why the temptation of quick relief...
When the coronavirus was first discovered, no one could have anticipated the economic destruction that came with it. Presumably for most, it was going to be a virus that would blow around for a few weeks, and then everything will get back to normal, but the situation seemed to worsen as time went on. As...
Did you know that a $2 trillion economic relief bill (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act) was signed into law recently? Yes, it is true. President Trump signed this bill to assist the millions of households in America affected by the global pandemic-coronavirus. Some people have been let go from their jobs, and this...
Feeling confused about how to get your credit in order? Is your debt making you feel out of control? You may need to seek credit counseling to help you get your affairs in order. You don’t need to be ashamed as a lot of people need help when faced with large amounts of debt. You...
Even when you have a lot of money coming in, it can be difficult to escape debt, even more so when you are living paycheck to paycheck. Yes, it is difficult, but it isn’t impossible. It is very possible to escape debt even when you are on a tight budget. If you find yourself overwhelmed...
It can be scary to receive a letter that you are being sued by a debt collector. Different scenarios will probably be going through your head once you receive the letter, but don’t fret; it’s not a rare occurrence. There are different reasons why you are being hit with a debt collection lawsuit, one of...
The Earned Income Tax Credit is a refundable tax benefit for low- and moderate-income earners – this means that these workers will be able to get their money even if they don’t owe tax. There are, however, a number of requirements that are needed before you can qualify for the benefit. The amount of the...
If you are reading this article, you probably just viewed your bank balance and are wondering where all your money went in the past month. You also need a quick solution to your spending habits. It’s not even a problem per se; you just want to be financially accountable. The key to saving money is...
Did you know that social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter can be used by debt collectors to track you down? Yes, it’s possible. Some even go as far as harassing you and your friends all in the bid to get money – which is illegal. Even though the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act...
