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We are living in an uncertain time that is leaving many of us with unanswered questions. How will you pay your utility bills? What about your rent? Your credit card bill? These are all the questions that many of us are finding ourselves asking. As unemployment has risen to over 3 million in the past …

This article is an update as of March 27th. We will keep updating this as more information is available. Please bookmark this article to keep yourself up to date. At Brigit, we are dedicated to helping you manage your financial life. As we continue to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re committed to providing you …

Coronavirus has left millions of Americans unemployed and scrambling on how to balance their budget. Thankfully there are many solutions and stop-gaps in place that have emerged in the past week that will aid during this transition. Government / Employer Assistance The federal government just passed the Families First Coronavirus Response act that allows for …

In the midst of economic crises and global upheaval, many of you might have experienced changes to your income due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. If you recently lost your job, or if your wages or hours were reduced, please continue reading to understand how you can file an unemployment insurance claim.  How to file …

Although the hot topic button issues of unemployment are on the rise, you would be surprised to find out that many companies are hiring on and up and up as well. Although Coronavirus might have taken many jobs, these organizations are hiring by the thousands to meet the growing demands of their business due to …

As more and more news pours in about the Coronavirus it can leave us feeling helpless, distraught and overwhelmed. Thankfully some banks have stepped in and provided some ways to avoid fees during Coronavirus and help you get your life on track during these troubling times. Ally There are a few concrete measures Ally is …

Where do I file my unemployment claim? At Brigit, we are dedicated to helping manage your finances. As everyone continues to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re committed to providing you with the information needed to help. If you have been impacted financially by Coronavirus due to job loss you can apply for your unemployment …

Making ends meet is hard, but with simple steps you can ensure your bills get paid and still have money left over. At Brigit, we’ve got your back during this process. Our advances are here to help you bridge the gap and our flat monthly membership fee makes it affordable to do so.  In fact, …

Most of the world is trying to grapple with the woes that are accompanying the pandemic of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The time has come to start engaging in all the necessary safety practices such as social distancing, using ample amounts of hand sanitizer and disinfecting frequently used surfaces. Please follow anything else the CDC …

August 30, 2019 My name is Gia, and I am a customer success specialist who also assists with recruiting for the department at Brigit! During a typical day at Brigit, I answer incoming tickets and inquiries from our users. My goal is to work towards keeping Brigit successful in making a difference in the lives …

Sprint has merged with T-Mobile and is offering assistance for existing users. They are coordinating with T-Mobile to get their users access to T-Mobile’s network. T-Mobile has set up a special COVID-19 hotline for those seeking relief during the pandemic. They have also launched a new low-cost phone plan option called the Connect plan for …

AT&T is offering relief for customers during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing more flexibility for paying bills. During this time, they will not charge any late fees or terminate service. Extensions and late fee waivers are being offered for charges accumulated between 3/13/2020 – 5/13/2020. In addition to extending your due date, you can also …