COVID-19 FAQ*

Do I still need to pay my rent?

Yes, rent is still due on or by the fifth of the month. ​

​What should I do if I have lost my job or have been laid off?

If you have been laid off, have been sick, or your hours have been reduced you should file for temporary unemployment right away. Also speak to your local manager regarding local rent assistance resources. ​

I have not been fired or laid off but my hours have been reduced. Can I still file for unemployment?

You may still qualify unemployment and should file immediately. 

I am self employed or work as an independent contractor?

​If you are self employed, a gig economy worker, or a 1099 independent contractor and your hours/pay have been affected by COVID 19 you may be eligible for unemployment and should file immediately.

I am sick or have a family member that is sick. Can I still file for unemployment?

You may be eligible for unemployment or federal sick leave.  If you are laid off, you should file for unemployment if you are sick or are caring for a family member.​

How long is the waiting period for unemployment and how much money will I get?

In most states the waiting period has been reduced and the amount of unemployment you could receive has increased. See the links below for state specific information on how to file for COVID-19 related issues and information on how much money you could receive. 

​CAN SUNBELT PROPERTIES FORGIVE ANY PORTION OF MY RENT?

​​No. Unfortunately Sunbelt Properties is just a management company and does not own any properties. We are not able to forgive any rent balances.

​​IF I HAVE APPLIED FOR UNEMPLOYMENT, AM WAITING FOR MY STIMULUS CHECK, AND HAVE APPLIED FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE, BUT STILL MIGHT NEED A LITTLE EXTRA TIME TO PAY MY RENT WHAT SHOULD I DO?

If you are waiting on rental assistance please contact your property manager to work out a payment plan. ​​

Federal Resources:

• The new stimulus bill: FAQ regarding how much money individuals will get, how unemployment benefits have changed, and how individuals will get their benefits
• Coronavirus.gov: understanding Coronavirus
• Benefits.gov: FAQ about Coronavirus, healthcare resources, and unemployment resources
• Department of Labor: unemployment FAQ
  • Downloadable FAQ 
• Department of Labor: new unemployment guidance

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State Resources:
North Carolina

• North Carolina Department of Commerce: apply for unemployment benefits
• North Carolina Department of Commerce: changes to unemployment insurance & benefits as a result of COVID-19
• NCWorks: find a job in North Carolina at no cost

Georgia

• Georgia Department of Labor: how to apply for and claim unemployment benefits, report unemployment, and find a job
• EmployGeorgia: find a job in Georgia at no cost
• Georgia Unemployment Emergency Rule: if you worked less than full time as a result of business shutdown due to COVID-19, ensure that your employer has filed partial claims online,  enabling you to receive unemployment insurance benefit payments faster.

Ohio

• Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS): Find information about unemployment insurance benefits
• ODJFS COVID-19 and Unemployment Insurance FAQ: FAQ about unemployment insurance benefits, specifically related to COVID-19
• Ohio.gov Find Jobs Portal: landing page to find various job finding websites, how claim unemployment insurance benefits, and additional resources ​

More Info

Global Resources:
WHO COVID-19 Information

* The content on this page is provided for information only and should not be interpreted as legal advice.  You should contact an attorney if you have specific legal questions. As a convenience only, links to other websites and resources on the Internet are offered on this site.  Sunbelt Properties takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of those sites and we do not endorse any product or service that might be advertised or available on those sites.