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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.
The state of pay for success in 2015 As the fifth year of pay for success in the United States comes to a close, it’s a good time to take a look at the state of the field.Urban’s year in events: Sparking discussions about current policy challenges A few of this year's events and conversations stood out for their influence, relevance, and ability to bring together diverse opinions to truly elevate the debate.@urbaninstitute’s top tweets of 2015 What did the evidence tell us about Urban Institute's performance on social media this year?2015: Urban's year in visual storytelling Here are a few of Urban Institute's top interactive projects from 2015.Policymaking amid uncertainty: examining nutrition We know obesity is tied to what we eat and drink, but there is disagreement about which nutrients contribute most. How should policymakers respond?Anchor institutions in Chicago step up Last week, eight universities across Chicago partnered with the city to increase economic opportunities and jobs in neighborhoods across the city.