Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may exit conservatorship by 2027 under a structured framework that supports affordable housing and protects small lenders.
CBO reports better conditions for GSEs to repay Treasury
Recapitalization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may benefit the Treasury and could lead to increased financial stability for the GSEs.
The upcoming housing battle that could roil mortgage costs even more
The new Trump administration aims to remove Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from government control, impacting the mortgage market significantly.
Broeksmit: MBA ready to work on GSEs' exit from conservatorship
Republican leaders prioritize ending the GSE conservatorship, which has lasted since the 2008 financial crisis, aiming for reform and a structured exit plan.
Mortgage Regulators Are Shrugging Off Climate Risk. It Could Cost Taxpayers Billions.
Rising sea levels and climate change are diminishing property values in vulnerable areas, threatening the stability of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
Allies hope a Trump win changes the system for mortgages. Some warn it will make them pricier
Trump's potential victory may prompt GOP efforts to privatize mortgage firms Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, with risks to mortgage affordability.
Privatization plan could lead to higher mortgage costs for Americans.
Ending the Fannie/Freddie conservatorships
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may exit conservatorship by 2027 under a structured framework that supports affordable housing and protects small lenders.
CBO reports better conditions for GSEs to repay Treasury
Recapitalization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may benefit the Treasury and could lead to increased financial stability for the GSEs.
The upcoming housing battle that could roil mortgage costs even more
The new Trump administration aims to remove Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from government control, impacting the mortgage market significantly.
Broeksmit: MBA ready to work on GSEs' exit from conservatorship
Republican leaders prioritize ending the GSE conservatorship, which has lasted since the 2008 financial crisis, aiming for reform and a structured exit plan.
Mortgage Regulators Are Shrugging Off Climate Risk. It Could Cost Taxpayers Billions.
Rising sea levels and climate change are diminishing property values in vulnerable areas, threatening the stability of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
Allies hope a Trump win changes the system for mortgages. Some warn it will make them pricier
Trump's potential victory may prompt GOP efforts to privatize mortgage firms Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, with risks to mortgage affordability.
Privatization plan could lead to higher mortgage costs for Americans.
Fannie Mae's new version of DU to focus on credit risks
Fannie Mae's DU version 12.0 launches Jan. 11, significantly enhancing borrower risk assessment and providing new opportunities for homeownership.
Fannie Mae releases updates to Selling Guide
Fannie Mae's updated Selling Guide modernizes leasehold estate underwriting and appraisal requirements while enhancing fraud prevention responsibilities for sellers and servicers.
Homebuilding veteran Scott Stowell joins Fannie Mae board
Scott D. Stowell joins Fannie Mae's board, bringing significant expertise in homebuilding to aid in expanding mortgage credit access.
Fannie Mae expands voucher program for multifamily landlords
Fannie Mae's Expanded Housing Choice initiative now helps more low-income families find suitable housing by accepting Housing Choice Vouchers across the U.S.
Fannie Mae's chief economist forecasts his own retirement
Doug Duncan, chief economist of Fannie Mae since 2008, will retire on Sept. 22, 2023; Mark Palim will succeed him.
Despite a big uptick in acquisition volume, Fannie Mae income stays relatively flat in Q2
Fannie Mae recorded $4.5 billion net income in Q2 2024, despite modest net income increase from Q1 and an increase in single-family mortgage purchases.
Xactus names chief operating officer
Michael Crockett named COO of Xactus, will oversee key departments and improve service quality.
Xactus offers solutions for credit reporting, verifications, fraud detection, and property appraisal, with a focus on transforming verifications at scale.