The question of whether the COVID-19 pandemic qualifies individuals for hardship withdrawals from retirement accounts, such as 401(k)s and IRAs, centers around the definition of a “qualified disaster.” Typically, this involves events... Read more »
This financial assistance program, offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), provided low-interest loans to small businesses, nonprofits, and agricultural businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. These loans offered a vital... Read more »
The pandemic’s uneven impact globally and within specific populations raises questions about equitable resource allocation and societal vulnerability. For instance, disparities in healthcare access, socioeconomic status, and pre-existing health conditions contributed to... Read more »