9 Ways to Raise Cash Quickly
The $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package is providing a $1,200 check for millions of Americans. Parents are getting an additional $500 for each child age 16 or younger. The stimulus package also significantly expands unemployment benefits to include part-time workers, the self-employed, and people who ordinarily wouldn't qualify.
Although both of those initiatives are supplying much-needed cash for many families, the funds may fall short if you're out of work or furloughed for a prolonged period of time or have big health care expenses. If you're cash-strapped, you may be tempted to run up credit card debt--but before you do, explore these sources of emergency cash. They could tide you over until the crisis has passed.
A Reverse Mortgage
If you're age 62 or older and own
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