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For many low-income workers, earning more money does not always lead to greater financial stability. Instead, it can trigger what is commonly known as the “benefits cliff,” where a small increase in income results in the loss of essential public assistance like food or childcare support. This challenge has affected many families across Massachusetts. One…

While most employees would normally welcome a raise or promotion, that is not always the case for everyone. Some workers are actually turning down opportunities to earn more money, leaving employers confused about why. According to leaders at Springfield WORKS, the answer often lies in what is known as the “cliff effect.” This happens when…

A growing number of employers are beginning to confront an unexpected challenge affecting their workforce called the “benefits cliff.” This issue occurs when employees receive a raise or accept a promotion but lose access to public assistance such as food, housing, or childcare support. In many cases, this leaves them in a worse financial position…

For many Americans, earning more money is supposed to mean greater financial stability. But for some working families, even a small increase in income can trigger unexpected consequences, leaving them struggling more than before. A growing issue known as the “benefit cliff” occurs when individuals earn just enough to lose access to public assistance programs,…