COVID-19

Learn how to spot scams, report price gouging and get answers to common questions related to the COVID-19 crisis.

Learn helpful tips for finding reputable test sites and at-home tests and read about how to spot a scam.

Statewide Resources

Department of Public Health Information
State of Georgia Rental Assistance Program

If you're a Georgia renter who has fallen behind on rent payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you may qualify for assistance.
Georgia.gov Services Page

Many state organizations are involved in stopping the spread of COVID-19 and have made temporary changes to their operations.

How to Spot, Avoid and Report Coronavirus Scams (160.95 KB)

Tips from the Federal Trade Commission.

Economic Impact Payment (EIP) prepaid debit cards

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
How to use your Economic Impact Payment prepaid debit card without paying a fee

June 1, 2020 | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
Guide to second round of COVID-19 (stimulus) Economic Impact Payments

December, 2020 | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)

At the end of December 2020, the federal government extended additional financial relief to millions of Americans through a second round of Economic Impact Payments (EIPs) issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Economic impact payments: What you need to know

March 30, 2020 | Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Do you know how to spot a rental assistance scam?

August 31, 2021
The CDC eviction moratorium has ended: Learn your options

August 27, 2021
CFPB Rental Assistance Finder for Spanish Speakers

August 18, 2021
Help for homeowners and renters during the coronavirus national emergency

If you are concerned about how to pay your mortgage or rent because of the coronavirus national emergency, we have information on what to do now, and options for mortgage and rent payment relief.
Guide to coronavirus mortgage relief options

Federal and state governments have announced plans to help struggling homeowners during this time. Read this to get information on what to do now, and what your options are for mortgage and rental relief.
CFPB, FHFA, & HUD Launch Joint Mortgage and Housing Assistance Website for Amer…

May 12, 2020

Resources from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)

Dealing with debt: Tips to help ease the impact

June 17, 2020
We have resources you can use to address issues related to debt collection during the coronavirus pandemic.
Student loans

April 9, 2020
Federally-held student loan payments are postponed and interest has been waived. Learn what that means for your loans.
What you need to know about student loans and the coronavirus pandemic

April 9, 2020
Interest on all federally-held student loans has been waived and use of forbearance has been extended to delinquent loans due to the coronavirus pandemic. Learn what that means for your loans.
Protecting your credit during the coronavirus pandemic

April 6, 2020
Your credit reports and scores play an important role in your future financial opportunities. Learn how to manage and protect your credit during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.