How to cope with financial stress and anxiety during the coronavirus pandemic By:Alicia Adamczyk "If you are struggling financially, here are five ways to manage financial stress and anxiety." Excerpt from article What Is Financial Stress? The Financial Health Institute defines stress as a condition caused by financial events that create anxiety and worry, often coupled with a physical response. | | |
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How to Save Money by Spending Intentionally By Natalie Taylor "We’re living through tough times. When so many have lost their jobs and so many more are wondering what’s next, spending less and saving more feels a lot like the right thing to do. If you’re struggling to make ends meet, you could need to cut way back to an essentials only budget , especially if you’re making a plan for recovering from a job loss . But if you’re doing OK right now, it’s still a good idea to find opportunities to save money." Excerpt from article | | |
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Tips for financial caregivers during the coronavirus pandemic By Erin Scheithe "Despite the nationwide disruptions being caused by the coronavirus, or COVID-19, we continue our daily work to help older adults and their families. Those who serve as financial caregivers for older adults or people with disabilities may have unique worries and challenges. Older adults are at a higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19 and therefore are more likely to be isolated, which can have financial consequences as well. We’re here with up-to-date information and resources to help protect and manage the finances of those you care for, even if you are now separated from them." Excerpt from article | | |
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Build your kids’ money skills while they’re home from school By Leslie Jones and Laura Schlachtmeyer "Due to the coronavirus, many schools are out or transitioning to distance learning and we understand your kids are home with you or other in-home caregivers. Use our free activities to help children build the important skills they will need to manage money into adulthood." Excerpt from article | | |
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| | Behind on car payments because of the Coronavirus? by Amy Hebert Consumer Education Specialist, FTC "Are you worried that you won’t be able to make your next car payment because you’ve lost your job or income because of the Coronavirus? Or are you already behind on your payments? You’re not alone. Here’s what you can do:" Excerpt from article | | |
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| | Coronavirus and your mortgage by Carol Kando-Pineda Attorney, FTC Division of Consumer & Business Education "Because of the Coronavirus, many people are facing financial challenges, especially paying their mortgage. If you’re unable to make your mortgage payments, you could lose your home to foreclosure. Federal lenders and some private lenders are offering borrowers temporary help, like stopping or delaying foreclosure or modifying the mortgage. But these measures don’t apply to everyone. If you need help, research the options available to you for getting through these tough times. These tips can help:" Excerpt from article | | |
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