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February 26, 2020

These Volunteers Get Results

Moving Families Out of Poverty

VITA program invests 8,000 volunteer hours to leverage more than $8 million in tax credits and refunds for low-income taxpayers.  You may be aware of VITA, the free tax preparation…

February 7, 2020

This Is One Of The Best Ways To Fight Poverty In The U.S.

Moving Families Out of Poverty

It’s been hailed as one of the most effective tools to fight poverty in the country.  Working families earning less than $56,000 per year are eligible for the Earned Income…

December 30, 2019

A Year of Uniting – Moving Families Out Of Poverty

Moving Families Out of Poverty

This time of year, many of us take stock of our financial well-being and plan for the year ahead.  But according to Prosperity Now, 46% of families in Boston and…

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September 17, 2019

Promoting Economic Mobility and Racial Equity Through Credit Building

Moving Families Out of Poverty

Boston Builds Credit marks first year of impact By Robert Burns, Citi Community Development and Brigid Boyd, United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley “A good credit score is…

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February 27, 2019

For This Financial Coach, Trust Is Key To Transforming People’s Lives

Moving Families Out of Poverty

Laura Lucas had entered a period of transition. With a master’s degree in computer science and seven years in the field, Laura was now unemployed. She began looking for opportunities…

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February 22, 2019

10 Tips for Improving Your Financial Situation – From the People Who Know

Moving Families Out of Poverty

Whether you’re looking to make a big investment or struggling to get from paycheck to paycheck, we can all use some sound financial advice from time to time.  The certified…

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February 7, 2019

JVS Uses Financial Coaching and More to Make a Difference

Moving Families Out of Poverty

Money isn’t an easy topic. Discussing a raise, negotiating rent, or getting a good deal on a car loan make for awkward, stiff, and uncomfortable conversations. For families without stable…

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November 11, 2018

Fill the fridge – or the prescription?

Moving Families Out of Poverty

The reality of the cliff effect and the choices struggling families are forced to make. Imagine successfully balancing a job and raising children, yet despite working full-time, you still need…

February 27, 2018

Income Inequality in Boston: Why Good Credit is Essential

Moving Families Out of Poverty

Boston is an amazing city with top-notch employment opportunities, award winning museums, and some of the best colleges in the country. Boston also has the highest income inequality rate in…

February 21, 2018

How the Roxbury Center for Financial Empowerment is Closing the Income Inequality Gap

Moving Families Out of Poverty

If you live in Boston, then you know it can be hard getting ahead. In fact, there are over 200,000 Boston residents who have either poor credit scores or no…

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