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Ways you can crisis-proof your finances during this pandemic

Coronavirus has forced most of us to change our lifestyles and work on our finances (Shutterstock)

Since the outbreak of Coronavirus, a lot of people have been forced to not only change their lifestyles but to also work on their finances. Most people have been forced to quit their jobs from unprecedented losses while those left standing are going through pay cuts and unfavourable working conditions. Generally, this is one of the biggest economic recessions the world has ever known.

While the world struggles to flatten the curve and return to normalcy, many financial lessons are being learnt along the way. The most basic one being the need to take charge of your finances. This pandemic has not only drained households but has left a good number in debt.

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