Freddie Mac released a join bulletin with Fannie Mae Wednesday that updates its guidelines for standard servicing policies, which are unrelated to its special initiatives to aid those affected by the hurricanes that have ravaged the continental United States.
Read More »Over Half of Top 100 Metros at New Highs
Since the housing crash and recession in 2008, some metro areas have made full recoveries, while others continue to struggle. And despite the challenges of the market today—high prices and low inventory— recent data reveals 62 of the top 100 ...
Read More »Fourth Time’s the Charm?
The FHFA has extended the deadline for HARP three times, but Thursday they extended it once more. Will this be the last time, or are there still more homeowners to help?
Read More »GSE Capital Put to the Test
Earlier today, the FHFA released the results of the Enterprises’ Dodd-Frank Stress Tests—as well as the total expected draw both companies will take from the Treasury. How does it all add up?
Read More »Watt: Challenges Facing African American Homeownership
Recently, FHFA Director Mel Watt brought up issues facing African American Homeowners and what can be done to fill critical parts of an important mission—ensuring access to credit and ensuring sustainable homeownership for African Americans.
Read More »GSEs Transfer Billions in Mortgage Risk
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have transferred billions in mortgage credit risk this year. But how much exactly have they moved?
Read More »Government-Sponsored Rental-Prise?
Freddie Mac could be branching out into different markets in the near future, according to one report. If this lateral move comes to pass, what might it look like for the government-sponsored Enterprise?
Read More »Small Step for Women and Minorities, Giant Leap for Mankind
Earlier today, the Federal Housing Finance Agency finalized four amendments to its Minority and Women Inclusion rules. What exactly does this final rule require?
Read More »Minimizing Foreclosure, Maximizing Home Retention
The Federal Housing Finance Agency recently released its monthly report on foreclosure prevention for April, but are the Enterprises doing enough to ensure maximum home retention? You be the judge.
Read More »Finishing Strong
The FHFA recently settled the 17th of the 18 lawsuits it has filed on behalf of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. Read on to see the sum each Enterprise is going to receive.
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