Tag: public housing

Low income housing

Federal spending on the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program has grown substantially in recent decades, making it the single largest source of cash assistance for older or disabled Americans with little or no income. For people with disabilities to qualify for SSI’s benefits – the federal maximum is currently $783 per month, with most states…

Saving and pension planning

The brief’s key findings are: Individuals who move generally go to places with the best mix of amenities, including low tax rates and a robust economy. An open question is whether a state’s unfunded pension liabilities could also affect moving decisions. While movers generally know little about a state’s pension finances, critical news stories could…