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Courts Moves To Assist Customers Affected By COVID-19

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BASSETERRE, St.Kitts (Friday 9th October 2020)- Courts (St.Kitts-Nevis) Ltd. is offering relief to customers directly and indirectly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic through its newly-launched Ready Finance CREDI-CARE initiative.

At a ceremony held on Wednesday 7th October 2020 at its home goods store located on the Bay Road in Basseterre, Country Manager, Trudy Lewis-Allen said that Courts had frozen the account of people who were experiencing financial difficulties due to the COVID-19.

She stated that no additional charges or penalties would be imposed on these customers for two months in the first instant and can be extended to four months, if the need arises.

However, Lewis-Allen indicated that the company has now made a move to assist challenged customers through its Courts Ready Finance CREDI-CARE initiative. A number of options are on offer, designed to cater for all customers.

Meanwhile Credit Manager Janise Charles, explained the workings of the Courts Ready Finance Credi-Care programme. On offer is 100% waiver – with options to reduce your monthly installments, Consolidate your debt and monthly payments, refinance and shop for what you need and immediately restore your credit rating.

She indicated that in some cases, the company will pay the insurance to ensure that customers’ credit ratings remain in good standing. Charles encouraged all customers to visit the store and talk to any member of staff.

In closing, Lewis-Allen advised anyone who may be affected by the present situation to come in and make a plan. She said that even if you are working and someone else in your household has dealing with Courts, the offer is extended to you also.

“Courts will assist. We have personalized solutions to help service your accounts and restore your credit,” she said.

Courts Ready Finance Credi-Care will run for 12 months initially.

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