#fannie-mae

#fannie-mae

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are providing mortgage relief options to homeowners affected by the wildfires in Southern California.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may exit conservatorship by 2027 under a structured framework that supports affordable housing and protects small lenders.

The Trump administration aims to privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, planning a structured exit from conservatorship to ensure market stability.

A major overhaul of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's board indicates a shift in U.S. housing policy under the new Federal Housing Finance Agency director.

Agency reform is underway at the Federal Housing Finance Agency under William Pulte, focusing on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Protests are escalating due to the rapid administrative leave of employees without notice.

The FHFA launches a tip line to combat mortgage fraud, emphasizing zero tolerance for deceit in home loan applications.

Pulte emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy against mortgage fraud in his new position at the FHFA.

Fannie Mae's updated Selling Guide modernizes leasehold estate underwriting and appraisal requirements while enhancing fraud prevention responsibilities for sellers and servicers.

Christopher Stanley resigned from Fannie Mae's board just one day after his appointment, amidst his previous role at the White House.

Scott D. Stowell joins Fannie Mae's board, bringing significant expertise in homebuilding to aid in expanding mortgage credit access.

Fannie Mae's new board inclusion of a Musk ally signifies increased influence of his associates in federal governance.

Christopher Stanley resigned from Fannie Mae's board just a day after his appointment, highlighting potential issues regarding governance and conflicts of interest.

Cybersecurity expert Christopher Stanley resigned from Fannie Mae's board just a day after his appointment, leaving reasons for his sudden exit unclear.

Fannie Mae's DU version 12.0 launches Jan. 11, significantly enhancing borrower risk assessment and providing new opportunities for homeownership.

The new API streamlines the loan pricing process for lenders with a single request, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.

Fannie Mae's automated title review pilot could significantly lower costs and enhance transparency in refinancing.

The Biden administration's approval of the title waiver pilot program threatens state authority over title insurance, risking taxpayer financial stability.

Consumer confidence in home buying is at a two-year high but skepticism remains due to rising home prices.

Mortgage rates are projected to be higher than previously expected, affecting housing market activity.

Updated forecasts from MBA and Fannie Mae reflect growing concerns over mortgage rates and home sales.

Consumer sentiment around homebuying remains optimistic despite a slight decline in the HPSI, attributed to expectations of falling mortgage rates.

Home prices increased 5.8% year-over-year in Q4 2024, surprising market expectations after a previous downward trend.

Fannie Mae reported $4.3 billion in net income in the first quarter, citing growth in net worth, driven by fair value gains and benefit for credit losses, amidst challenges in the housing market.