Asset Limits

Filed Under: Asset Limits, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

Asset Limits

Date: July 2023  Most states limit the amount of assets that either applicant or recipient families can hold and still be eligible for TANF. Low asset limits can restrict access to cash assistance and make it harder for families to save for emergencies or long-term goals. This disproportionately affects groups that are the most likely Asset Limits