Hurricane Helene
Our thoughts and support go out to our neighbors in Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. In the coming days and weeks, we will be providing ongoing updates with information and resources to support small businesses throughout the recovery process.
Once you’re safe and able to communicate with the outside world, here are four things that businesses should do to alert key individuals and help position themselves for US Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loans and other funding:
- Take photos of the damage and keep a journal. During this hectic and stressful time, it’s important to keep a record of your activities and contacts so you can recall them down the road.
- Contact your insurance company to file your claim.
- Contact your lender(s). Let them know about your current situation and request interest only payments on any outstanding loans.
- Gather your financial statements and other key business information. You will need these to document your business and apply for SBA disaster loans.
The Western North Carolina communities are resilient. We are at the beginning of a long road to recovery, but we will get through this experience together.
Stay tuned to this web page for updates on federal, state, and other business recovery resources as they become available.
We stand ready to assist with your Roadmap to Recovery.
