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The rise of buy now, pay later products, which often aren’t reported to credit bureaus, could affect borrowers’ ability to buy a home and sustain homeownership.
How philanthropy can address barriers to social mobility Seventy percent of people in the United States are born at the bottom of the income ladder and never make it to the middle class. Could strategic philanthropy help move the needle?Expanding economic opportunity for boys and young men of color through summer work experience opportunities Young men of color are disadvantaged when they can’t build early work experiences. How can the private and public sectors ensure youth get the most out of their summer jobs?How businesses can improve opportunities for boys and young men of color Eighty-five percent of all civilian jobs are in the private sector. The best way for corporations to help boys and young men of color is to employ them.Big changes coming in states’ child care subsidy policies How will the first reauthorization of Child Care and Development Block Grant Act since 1996 affect families and child care providers?Why evidence matters in pay for success projects Evidence is the baseline and the endgame of pay for success projects. But for programs without a strong evidence base, policymakers can still take practical steps to manage risks.Six things states should know about apprenticeships The White House and the Department of Labor recently announced a $90 million investment in apprenticeships. How can states maximize their grants?
