The FHFA has taken further action to ensure that all borrowers and renters have equitable access to long-term affordable housing opportunities by implementing targeted increases to the upfront fees for most cash-out refinance loans.
Read More »The Future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
A new opinion piece from Don Layton, the former Freddie Mac boss, explores how the GSEs came to be under government control, and what the future should hold for the two companies.
Read More »Examining the GSEs’ Approach to Equitable Housing Finance Plans
The Urban Institute takes a closer look at efforts by the GSEs to promote sustainable homeownership and rental opportunities for traditionally underserved communities through the FHFA-mandated Equitable Housing Finance Plans.
Read More »FHFA Proposes Rule to Assist U.S. Border States
New amendments seek to remove barriers to the FHFA’s Enterprise Duty to Serve activities in high-needs rural regions of the nation’s southern border states.
Read More »HUD Report Examines Barriers to Small-Balance Mortgages
Loan origination and servicing costs per loan have risen over time, as a new HUD study examines the impact of these factors on affordable homeownership for those interested in lower-priced homes.
Read More »A Guiding Light for Borrowers in Forbearance
John Vella, Chief Revenue Officer of Selene Finance LP, sits down with DS News to discuss the state of the servicing sector, as well as lessons learned from listening and working with borrowers on the path to a successful resolution of their forbearance plans.
Read More »Snapshot: How GSE Programs Have Helped Homeowners Since 2008
The FHFA’s latest 2022 Foreclosure Prevention and Refinance Report breaks down Agency data ranging from foreclosures and REOs to forbearance and mortgage performance.
Read More »Predicting the Future of the Hispanic Housing Market
Hispanic homeownership has steadily grown for seven consecutive years, and it is predicted that Hispanic households will account for 70% of homeownership growth over the next 20 years. But amidst a tight housing market, potential Hispanic homebuyers —especially first-time buyers— ...
Read More »Home Price Growth Decelerates in July
According to S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller home prices experienced a near 16% annual gain in July, a total that slid 2.3% month-over-month, as the Fed continues to take action to remedy the nation’s economy.
Read More »Ginnie Mae Loans in Forbearance Rise in August
While overall mortgage servicers’ portfolio volume of loans in forbearance continues to dwindle, Ginnie Mae loans in forbearance increased in August, with approximately 360,000 U.S. homeowners currently in forbearance plans.
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