Unfortunately, we’re living in uncertain times. In order to combat the Coronavirus, many businesses are shutting down. While it seems admirable for companies to shut their doors so workers aren’t putting themselves at physical risk, what about bills? Bills still demand to be paid monthly, despite someone working or not. For the restaurants closing, who pays the waiters and waitresses? With Broadway postponing showings for the next six weeks, how will those actors pay their bills? For some, not working is not an option.
Most folks are also set up for automatic bill pay, in essence leaving someone’s fiscal status on autopilot. This is quite beneficial under normal circumstances, especially if you’re forgetful but it can also lead to an overdraft if your financial state changes. One bill you may not have to worry about is your internet bill. According to Deadline, Comcast, AT&T, Charter, Verizon, and dozens of others are committing to keeping their customers connected. Regardless if they can pay their bills. The FCC Chairman Ajit Pai revealed the list of ISPs who have decided to commit to this (for the next 60 days) and it applies to small business customers as well.
Pai stated:
“I don’t want any American consumers experiencing hardships because of the pandemic to lose connectivity.”
Late fees will also be waived and the ISPs have agreed to open Wi-Fi hotspots for Americans who need them. Click here for the list of providers.
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