This is when disaster victims are at their most vulnerable and scammers know this.
Thanks to the internet, disaster scamming is an active and profitable industry.
Same for those of you ready to make a donation to aid others.
There is federal disaster assistance available for people who have been affected by Hurricane Ida. Details onhow to apply for FEMA relief.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Ask one of these companies to help… Scam contractors will attempt to lure you into signing up for a cleanup job.
It also offers a detailed explanation ofhow official charities work.
That will allow the transaction to be tracked if there is any question of its validity.
And, if the website is not a .org or .gov, it is a private business.
You have another unofficial resource to consider.
Your neighbors are in the exact same boat you are in.
Talk to them about any relief efforts or contracting work you are considering.
Kent McDill is a veteran journalist who has specialized in personal finance topics since 2013.
He is a contributor to The Penny Hoarder.
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