payments

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You make a lump-sum payment to the insurance company and you start receiving regular payments, usually within the first 12 months.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

West Devon Council's Hub Committee was told 78 payments had been made through Crisis and Resilience Fund applications since April, with many going to families dealing with surging heating oil costs.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

He noted the payments are spread out over five years, which he argues would give prosecutors ample time to do their investigation without worrying billions will be given to fraudsters.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Nearly 80 crisis grant payments have been given out over a couple of months as people struggle financially, a council heard.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

She hadn’t bothered to tell them, of course, and accepted both their payments.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas