A Small Change to the Saver’s Credit Can Go a Long Way

Low- and Moderate-Income Families Need Help Building Household Wealth

SOURCE: Center for American Progress

As a result of the recent housing and financial crises, American families, like the Stacier family, will not have the same opportunity to build wealth through homeownership anytime soon. Policymakers should explore other avenues to help low- and moderate-income families build household wealth, such as a refundable saver’s tax credit.

 

By Camille M. Busette, Jordan Eizenga | January 10, 2012

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