Unemployment

NYS is waiving the 7-day waiting period for unemployment insurance benefits for people who are out of work due to Coronavirus closures or quarantines

Businesses in the Syracuse Area Hiring

Onondaga Economic Development 

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SNAP

New York State SNAP

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Health Insurance

New York State Health Insurance

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Tax Filers

Check on the status of your Economic Impact Payment online

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Non-Filers

If you don’t file taxes, use the "Non-Filers: Enter Your Payment Info Here" application to provide simple information so you can get your payment

Open a Bank Account Online

The national BankOn coalition has identified accounts that are Safe & Affordable*​

Additional

IRS COVID Resources

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General Bills/Loans

If you are anticipating having trouble paying bills or loans on time then reach out early to lenders and creditors.

Spectrum: waived late fees and will not terminate service for 60 days.

Credit Cards

Many major credit card companies have put new procedures in place to assist those who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Contact your provider and see what procedures they have put in place to assist you.​

Student Loans

If you are unable to make payments on your student loans then you may qualify for a delayed or reduced payment program.

Contact your provider to review the options available to you such as an income-driven repayment plan or a graduated repayment plan.

Additional information from The U.S. Department of Education

Home Mortgage

All New York State regulated financial institutions are required to provide 90-day mortgage forbearance for individuals experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Contact your loan provider for more information on how to apply for forbearance.

If you have been denied forbearance, and believe your application was wrongly denied you may file a complaint with the New York State Department of Financial Services or call 1-800-342-3736. 

Filing Deadline

The NYS tax filing deadline and IRS Federal tax filing deadlines have been pushed to July 15, 2020. All taxes owed to NYS and the IRS will need to be paid by this date as well.

H&R Block

File your taxes for free on H&R Block thanks to United Way. 

Extension

If you are unable to file, request an extension. 

Caution

Emergencies are the ideal times for scammers to take advantage of consumers. Be cautious about who you provide financial information to. 

How FEC Can Help

Syracuse FEC counselors are equipped to provide assistance in avoiding and recovering from consumer fraud:

Counselors can file a consumer fraud complaint with the New York State Attorney General's Office

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Counselors can file complaints about coronavirus fraud

For More Information

For more information about avoiding fraud go to the following websites:

Federal Trade Commission tips to protect you from coronavirus scams

FTC & Food and Drug Administration warning about scam coronavirus treatments