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The Factors Influencing Saving in a Matched Savings Program: Goals, Knowledge of Payment Instruments, and Other Behavior

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  • Sandra Mihajilo
  • Roslyn Russell
  • Robert Brooks

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  • Tim Fry & Sandra Mihajilo & Roslyn Russell & Robert Brooks, 2008. "The Factors Influencing Saving in a Matched Savings Program: Goals, Knowledge of Payment Instruments, and Other Behavior," Journal of Family and Economic Issues, Springer, vol. 29(2), pages 234-250, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:jfamec:v:29:y:2008:i:2:p:234-250
    DOI: 10.1007/s10834-008-9106-y
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