Author: FinFit

Typically, this is the time of year you’d be considering what to do with your tax refund. We’re still here to support you in making the most financially-sound decisions based on your personal finance situation.  But in the unprecedented and uncertain times we find ourselves faced with today, it requires a different type of attention to our finances. You likely have new variables to factor into the equation, requiring greater care and consideration. Short-term necessities have taken a higher priority...

In this extremely stressful time for both employers and employees, I cannot express how relieved I felt for our employees after talking with FinFit. Whatever financial help our employees seek will not compare to the wealth of resources your company will provide for them. Life will go on after we get a handle on COVID-19. If the resources offered to our employees by FinFit are utilized, their lives will go much better. Eva R. Scott, D.D.S. We are honored to provide employers and employees with...

Is Your Google Business Listing Current? If you have experienced changes to your business operations as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, take a few moments to ensure your business is appropriately represented in Google search. Your customers will appreciate the update and you’ll be able to better service them by providing accurate information.  Some business information you should consider: Have you adjusted your business hours?  Has your phone number changed due to a new remote-work...

The decision for many companies to start a remote workforce were made and executed in a hurry as the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic escalated quickly and continues to do so. Employees who may have thrived in a social office setting are suddenly finding themselves alone. Others may wish they were alone as they share workspace with a partner and possibly kids. Introduce the Right Tools for Working from Home Having the right tools to support remote staff can help to keep productivity high. Tools...

Curious what the top searched questions and terms are related to the coronavirus (COVID-19)? Here are the latest Google Trends and topics others are interested in. Information is readily available but as you’ll see with even the top searched terms on Google, the resources vary widely as well as the sources providing the information. We built our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center to help you navigate the most timely, relevant, and accurate information available. If there is information you’d...

During these challenging circumstances, lead with a focus on well-being. Organizations cannot have business continuity without a healthy workforce, and as a result they are mobilizing to remote environments to protect the safety of their employees and our communities at large. To make this transition successful, transparency and consistency is key. How to Make Work From Home Work for Your Company Ensure your entire organization is on board with your company strategy and communicate a clear, consistent...

The Small Business Administration (SBA) has designated COVID-19 as a qualifying event for the provision of Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for businesses and private non-profits in affected communities. The SBA can provide up to $2 million to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses that could have been met had the disaster not occurred. Your loan amount will be based on your actual economic injury and your company’s financial needs, regardless of whether the business...

During this incredibly challenging time, we want to help remove as much uncertainty as possible. If you’ve just lost your job, this checklist will give you immediate steps on what to do to take care of you and your family financially. File for unemployment insurance in your state. Click on this link to access a link to information specifically for your state. Locate and then click on your state in the Find Unemployment Benefits map or select your state from the Location dropdown. The page you...