Coronavirus Cash Crisis: Should I Keep Paying Down My Debt?

Coronavirus Cash Crisis: Should I Keep Paying Down My Debt?

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The video discusses strategies for managing debt during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of covering minimum debt payments due to the uncertainty of when normalcy will return. It advises against accelerating debt payments unless one has a stable job and a healthy emergency fund. The video also highlights the need to understand the specifics of debt payments, such as whether payments go to the principal, to make informed decisions based on one's financial situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it advised not to accelerate debt repayment during the pandemic?

Because debt is not a priority

Due to uncertainty about when normalcy will return

Because interest rates are low

To save money for vacations

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a 'Unicorn' position according to the video?

Being debt-free

Having a stable job and a healthy emergency savings fund

Owning a unicorn-themed business

Having multiple sources of income

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you consider if you are not in a 'Unicorn' position?

Buying a new car

Paying only the bare minimum on debts

Investing in stocks

Taking a vacation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you understand about your debt payments?

Whether payments go to the principal

The interest rate of your savings account

The name of your bank manager

The color of your credit card

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor should influence your decision on making extra debt payments?

The weather forecast

Your income security

The latest fashion trends

Your favorite TV show