COVID-19 Resources for the Rent-to-Own Industry

We are all seeing the resulting impacts of Coronavirus (COVID-19) around the world and in our communities. While this is a rapidly evolving situation, we want you to know that APRO is closely following all developments. This page will provide links to up-to-date, pertinent information that may assist you in keeping your employees and customers safe and healthy and provide details on how you can continue to run your business.

Relevant Information

• Coronavirus Guidelines: 30 Days to Slow the Spread: The President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America
• OSHA: Guidelines for preparing the workplace for COVID-19
• US Small Business Administration: Disaster Loan Assistance applications are now open
• US Small Business Administration: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resource
• The Paycheck Protection Program: The SBA’s guide to the PPP
• US Department of Labor Adds Guidance to Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Benefits Under FFCRA
• CISA Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce: Updated April 17, 2020
• OSHA: Poster for Ten Steps All Workplaces Can Take to Reduce the Risk of Exposer to COVID-19

CDC Helpful Links

• About Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
• Coronavirus.gov
• World Health Organization’s Printable Handwashing Procedures
• Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employees

News Releases

States Pass Additional Paid Leave Requirements – April 27, 2020

U.S. Department of Labor Publishes New OSHA Poster Aimed At Reducing Workplace Exposure to the Coronavirus – April 6, 2020

It’s Official: IRS Delays Tax Filing Deadline to July 15, Mnuchin Says – March 20, 2020

HBR’s How Small Businesses Can Survive the Coronavirus Outbreak – March 20, 2020

Retailer Leaders Issue Statements on Responsible Shopping During COVID-19 Pandemic – March 15, 2020

U.S. Department of Labor Announces New Guidance on Unemployment Insurance Flexibility During COVID-19 Outbreak – March 12, 2020

Insurance Policies that May Respond to Coronavirus – March 8, 2020

Other Links

• Nationwide Marketing Group: A DropBox link with more information materials for stores for the public & NMG Resource Page
• Gusto – An Employer’s Guide to Navigating the Coronavirus
• Relation Insurance – Is Coronavirus Covered by Workers’ Compensation?
• Ashley Furniture – Coronavirus FAQs and Sanitization Procedures
• Chamber of Commerce – Customizable flyer for stores reopening to inform customers of safety precautions taken
• US Department of Labor – Poster with FFCRA notices, a WH 381 Form , 380 E and 380 F