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More Information on IDAs and Asset Building Strategies

Asset building is a rapidly expanding field which is providing information and supports so that more individuals and families can become and remain financially secure.   Financial education and individual development accounts are core components of the asset building field, but it also encompasses many related strategies.  The field is also supporting research and knowledge development to identify effective practices and test new approaches.

This section presents links to resources about an array of asset building strategies, resources, research, and organizations.   Click on the subheadings to see a list of resources on each topic.

Resource Categories
Key Asset Building Topics

Financial Education

IDAs and Savings

Getting Banked - Accessing Mainstream Financial Institutions

Credit and Debt Counseling

EITC and Other Federal Tax Credits and Tax Assistance

Federal Benefits


Policy Development and Advocacy Organizations

State Asset Building Coalitions

Universities and Nonprofit Organizations


Federal Entities Involved in Asset Building

Federal Agencies

Federal Reserve Banks


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