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Major Findings from IDA Research in the United States

The Center for Social Development undertook a review of current research on IDAs in the U.S. This report details this data gathering project, and highlights prime research examples as well as both common and uncommon findings.

2010-2011 IDA Program Survey

This report provides findings from a survey of IDA programs across the country. The results include key aspects of the IDA field including information on accountholders, common asset purchases, and funding sources, as well as resource gaps of the field.

Effects of Mandatory Financial Education on Low-income Clients

Many public policies mandate financial education for low-income people, but little research has documented the impact of these mandates on credit behavior. This paper summarizes an evaluation of mandated financial education for clients in a housing voucher program.

Core Competencies for Financial Education

This document outlines the core elements included in financial education curricula provided through the AFI program. Demonstrated understanding of these competencies is the foundation for basic financial literacy. These guidelines can be used by financial educators to develop financial education assessments, curricula and related materials.

Lessons from SEED: A National Demonstration of Child Development Accounts

This summary report details the experience of over 1100 children in 12 states, working with the SEED program. Included is information on related state and federal policy, market development, and communications. The results of this research have implications for the design of a larger system of CDAs.

IDA Participation and Public Benefits

This paper outlines the effects of savings and asset accumulation on public benefits eligibility, and provides guidelines for learning about state specific eligibility policies. Included are tips for accessing public benefits while participating in non-AFIA and non-TANF funded IDA programs.

Building Assets with a Plan for Achieving Self Support

The Plan for Achieving Self Support is a Social Security work incentive that allows individuals to save money above the $2000 asset limit. This site provides basic facts, tips for successfully applying, and links to additional resources.

Lessons from Diverse Perspectives: Financial Access for Immigrants

This publication outlines lessons learned from various initiatives over a three-year period, related to financial access among immigrant populations. The activities discussed include regional meetings, a national conference and several independent research projects.

Low-income Immigrant Women and Wealth Building Fact Sheet

This fact sheet provides statistics about immigrants in the United States, the relationship between race, gender and wealth, and a number of ways that immigrants build assets. The paper concludes with recommendations for federal policies.