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The California Department of Technology announced on Saturday a partnership with the GSA on a consolidated website that provides Los Angeles wildfire victims a secure and single sign-on account for accessing U.S. government services. Victims can now access both state benefits and FEMA resources through one account on https://hubs.li/Q033rGWf0. Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q033r_md0.

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On Saturday, Governor Newsom announced that the state has worked with five major lenders to provide mortgage relief to their customers who are LA firestorm victims. The lenders have committed to offering up to a 90-day grace period on mortgage payments, 90-day waiver of late fees, and 60- to 90-day moratorium on new foreclosures for property owners whose structures were damaged or destroyed. More: https://hubs.li/Q033lvkc0.

If you’ve been impacted by the fires in Los Angeles, we’re here to help. Get started on recovery with mortgage and student loan help, information on how to stay safe from fraud and scams in the wake of a tragedy, and more here: https://hubs.li/Q0333tNS0.

Beware of donation scams in the wake of tragedies like the Los Angeles fires. Scammers will duplicate online fundraisers like GoFundMe pages, so they look identical to the real pages, except with slightly different URLs. Before donating, verify you have the correct URL and that you are sending money to the right cause. GoFundMe has set up a list of fundraisers verified by experts here: https://hubs.li/Q032XNkR0.

I just signed an executive order to fast-track recovery efforts for students and families displaced by Los Angeles’ firestorms. We're cutting red tape to help damaged and destroyed schools quickly set up temporary facilities, ensuring students can return to classrooms as soon as possible. #California #News #SoCal #SouthernCalifornia #Wildfires #PalisadesFire #EatonFire #HurstFire #KennethFire #LosAngeles

Do you know someone in a financially abusive relationship? Financial abuse is the most widespread form of domestic abuse, especially in underserved communities. Financial institutions like banks and credit unions have a responsibility to protect customers from financial abuse. Here are some of the ways they ensure your money is safe: https://hubs.li/Q032vXcN0. #DFPI #FinancialAbuse

Need guidance on repaying your student loans? Contact our student loan expert, Celina Damian, about the available federal student loan repayment options and programs. Find out if you are eligible for the income-based Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan or the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for public service workers. Connect with Celina today: https://hubs.li/Q032nkmv0. #StudentLoanBorrower #StudentLoanForgiveness #PSLF #SAVEPlan Federal Student Aid an Office of the U.S. Department of Education

In response to the ongoing Southern California wildfires, the DFPI has issued guidance for financial institutions, lenders, and servicers to encourage meeting the needs of California consumers as the disaster conditions persist and recovery continues. In addition, Acting Commissioner KC Mohseni has issued a proclamation authorizing state-chartered banks to temporarily close locations in the affected areas. For more information on the emergency proclamation and guidance for financial institutions, visit https://hubs.li/Q031Y_P-0.

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