The child tax credit is a first shot at stability for some families

Jul 13, 2021
The monthly payments can lead to small changes that have long-term effects, experts say.
The upcoming child tax credit payments could give some families a chance to invest in their kids' futures.
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Prioritizing stability over wealth

Nov 27, 2019
Ohio native Louise Eberle says the work-life balance of her public school job gives her more than wealth ever could.
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Americans are worrying about financial security even when they have jobs

May 17, 2017
Individuals are bearing the risk of the economy, 'Financial Diaries' authors say.
Steady clerical and administrative jobs that employed lots of people have disappeared, Jonathan Morduch says.
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