NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire /
Unexpected emergencies can disrupt daily life and leave some people without enough cash on hand to pay the bills that suddenly arise.
According to the Federal Reserve, 37% of adults said they could not cover a $400 emergency with cash or its equivalent. For many households, that means turning to borrowed money, such as a personal loan, to bridge the gap.
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