Wage Garnishment in the U.S. Is More Common Than You Might Think
A new study offers a first look at the impact of collecting defaulted debts directly from worker’s paychecks.
Researchers: Anthony DeFusco, Brandon Enriquez and Maggie Yellen
July 18, 2023
Not Everyone Benefited from Lower Interest Rates During the Great Recession
The Fed wanted to help struggling homeowners. But new lending rules undermined its efforts.
Researchers: Anthony DeFusco and John Mondragon
January 7, 2019
Take 5: How Do Households Manage Fluctuating Finances?
Plus, how policymakers can help them manage better.
Researchers: Janice C. Eberly, Lorenz Kueng, Scott R. Baker, Anthony DeFusco and John Mondragon
February 5, 2018
Measuring the Impact of Dodd–Frank on Household Leverage
The regulation’s attempt to prevent people from taking on mortgages they can’t repay may not work as intended.
Researchers: Anthony DeFusco, Stephanie Johnson and John Mondragon
December 1, 2017
Why Are We So Quick to Borrow When the Value of Our Home Rises?
The reason isn’t as simple as just feeling wealthier.
Researchers: Anthony DeFusco
February 3, 2017