New rules let borrowers skip two months of federal student loan payments. Transcript Lynnette Khalfani Cox: Here’s some good news for those of you out there who’ve been making student loan payments. The federal government just announced a suspension of all federal student loan payments for the next 60 days, and they’re waiving the interest […]
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Tips from Lynnette’s interview with Robin Meade on CNN Headline News Q1: A lot of Americans have received stimulus checks or are receiving them soon. What should be the #1 top priority in terms of using the money wisely? A:1 In my opinion, everyone should cover housing first. So pay your mortgage or rent if
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The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) was passed in late March, by Congress. This bill offers financial help to those whose livelihoods are impacted by the current COVID-19. The Act comes with a variety of provisions, but arguably the most popular and discussed component of the bill is the Economic Impact Payments
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There is a provision of the CARES Act that seems to suggest that teleworkers may not qualify for relief. Lynnette explains why this interpretation is incorrect. Transcript Lynnette Khalfani‑Cox: Have you read the 880‑page CARES Act that was passed by Congress in March 2020? Chances are you haven’t, but I did, all 880 pages. Guess
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In this video Lynnette warns viewers about numerous coronavirus scams to avoid that are popping up during the COVID-19 pandemic. Transcription Lynnette Khalfani Cox: Listen, guys. I want to warn you about three major scams going on right now where cyber thieves and crooks want to take your money. I don’t want this to happen
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dxbM07Z7FE&t=1sDo college students qualify for a stimulus check under the CARES Act? Watch this video for Lynnette’s answer to this and other questions. Transcript: Lynnette Khalfani Cox: With the federal government sending out tens of millions of checks all across the country to provide economic relief to families facing COVID 19, a lot of you
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In this video you will learn your benefits under the CARES Act for family leave. Transcription: Lynnette Khalfani Cox: Here’s a tip to put some extra cash in your pocketbook if you have to stay home to take care of somebody because of COVID 19 or Coronavirus. Did you know that you can qualify for
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In this video Lynnette explains how you may qualify for paid sick leave during the COVID-19 pandemic. Transcription: Lynnette Khalfani‑Cox: The Coronavirus is spreading all across America, and unfortunately that means a lot more people are going to get sick, and some people are even going to die. I want to talk to you now
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In this video, Lynnette breaks down who is and who is not eligible for the SBA PPP loan. Of all types of small business funding, Small Business Administration 7(a) loans are one of the best ways to finance your enterprise. They’re guaranteed by the federal agency, which allows lenders to offer them with flexible terms
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In this video Lynnette explains who is eligible to receive a stimulus check from the federal government under the CARES Act. The following is a transcription: Lynnette Khalfani‑Cox: If you’re wondering whether or not you’re eligible to get one of those government stimulus checks ‑‑ you know, part of the economic relief package passed by
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Transcription Description: Lynnette explains the SBA Economic Injury and Disaster loan program, free grants, and how it can benefit small business owners and freelance contractors. Lynnette Khalfani‑Cox: If you’re a small business owner and you need some extra cash to keep you afloat during the COVID‑19 or coronavirus crisis, I want to encourage you to
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The SBA’s $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program, known as the PPP loan program for small business owners, has run out of money less than two weeks after it was launched. According to the Small Business Administration, the agency approved 1.66 million loans from 4,975 lenders before the cash dried up on Thursday, April 16, 2020
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If the coronavirus outbreak has affected your income – through a COVID-19 layoff or reduced work hours – paying your credit card debt and other bills may be a struggle. Most Americans have housing payments (either a mortgage or rent), plus obligations like car notes, student loans, insurance and utilities too. But for many people,
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COVID-19 has brought great uncertainty to people all across America, particularly those who have lost their jobs or income and are now eligible for unemployment benefits. With so many U.S. businesses shutting their doors, and millions of Americans forced out of work due to the coronavirus outbreak, Congress passed The CARES Act to provide financial
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COVID-19 has thrown many people into an economic tailspin. From small businesses to individuals, many are reeling from the impact this public health crisis is having on everyone’s current and future financial plans. In March, Congress passed three bills to help soften the blow of the outbreak’s effect on the economy, and there are even
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