After a major disaster hits, the last thing that small business owners may be worrying about is their credit cards – a mistake that could prove costly in days moving forward.
An article in World Report US News details tips for individuals that are also applicable to small business owners in the aftermath of incidents and disasters, covering off topics such as purchasing disaster supplies and medical coverage, managing repairs and dealing with fallout from scams.
The article recommends including financial information in your go bag when preparing for evacuations, reaching out to creditors for assistance in waiving late fees, and checking your credit score to check your rating. Government agencies are also available for some help, and can be found at DisasterAssistance.gov.
Source:
https://creditcards.usnews.com/articles/protect-your-credit-during-a-natural-disaster
