Senate confirms Bill Pulte as FHFA directorWilliam Pulte received bipartisan support for his confirmation as the next FHFA Director, emphasizing collaboration in addressing housing finance challenges.
FHFA releases three-year plans to improve housing accessThe FHFA's three-year plan targets enhanced housing opportunities in underserved areas through improved liquidity and innovative solutions.
MBA issues support for FHFA nominee Bill PulteLaura Escobar and Bob Broeksmit support Bill Pulte's nomination as FHFA Director, emphasizing his extensive experience and the industry's eagerness to collaborate on housing finance.
Senate confirms Bill Pulte as FHFA directorWilliam Pulte received bipartisan support for his confirmation as the next FHFA Director, emphasizing collaboration in addressing housing finance challenges.
FHFA releases three-year plans to improve housing accessThe FHFA's three-year plan targets enhanced housing opportunities in underserved areas through improved liquidity and innovative solutions.
MBA issues support for FHFA nominee Bill PulteLaura Escobar and Bob Broeksmit support Bill Pulte's nomination as FHFA Director, emphasizing his extensive experience and the industry's eagerness to collaborate on housing finance.
Warren blasts CFPB, FHFA nominees who advance to Senate confirmation votesConfirmation hearings were abruptly limited to 75 seconds per lawmaker, raising concerns about the vetting process for key nominees.
FHFA finalizes new housing goals for Fannie Mae, Freddie MacThe FHFA's new rule prioritizes affordable housing goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from 2025-2027, ensuring access for low-income families.
FHFA proposes new three-year housing goals for Fannie, FreddieFHFA's final rule sets housing goals for GSEs to enhance equitable access to affordable housing for underserved populations between 2025 and 2027.
Non-performing loan sales data reflects fewer delinquenciesNPL sales have contributed significantly to reducing mortgage delinquencies since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
GSEs delay proposed bi-merge' credit transitionFannie Mae and Freddie Mac's shift from tri-merge to bi-merge credit models is delayed due to legislative concerns and lack of implementation timeline.
FHFA to raise 2025 multifamily loan caps for GSEs by 4%FHFA increases 2025 multifamily loan caps to $73 billion per GSE to enhance affordable rental housing access.
FHFA finalizes new housing goals for Fannie Mae, Freddie MacThe FHFA's new rule prioritizes affordable housing goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from 2025-2027, ensuring access for low-income families.
FHFA proposes new three-year housing goals for Fannie, FreddieFHFA's final rule sets housing goals for GSEs to enhance equitable access to affordable housing for underserved populations between 2025 and 2027.
Non-performing loan sales data reflects fewer delinquenciesNPL sales have contributed significantly to reducing mortgage delinquencies since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
GSEs delay proposed bi-merge' credit transitionFannie Mae and Freddie Mac's shift from tri-merge to bi-merge credit models is delayed due to legislative concerns and lack of implementation timeline.
FHFA to raise 2025 multifamily loan caps for GSEs by 4%FHFA increases 2025 multifamily loan caps to $73 billion per GSE to enhance affordable rental housing access.
Trump to nominate Bill Pulte as FHFA directorBill Pulte has been nominated by Trump to lead the FHFA, focusing on homeownership affordability and philanthropy.
Opinion: Freddie Mac second mortgage loans further its missionFHFA conditionally approved Freddie Mac's second mortgage pilot, benefiting homeowners amid surging mortgage rates.
Trump to nominate Bill Pulte as FHFA directorBill Pulte has been nominated by Trump to lead the FHFA, focusing on homeownership affordability and philanthropy.
Opinion: Freddie Mac second mortgage loans further its missionFHFA conditionally approved Freddie Mac's second mortgage pilot, benefiting homeowners amid surging mortgage rates.
New FHFA final rule seeks to expand liquidity for FHLBank systemFHFA's new rule enhances liquidity for FHLBanks, enabling better management of short-term investments and supporting affordable housing.
Sandra Thompson to depart FHFA prior to Trump inaugurationThompson's departure from FHFA marks a transition in housing policy leadership as the Trump administration reinstates its influence over GSEs.
FHFA: Home prices rise 4.3% in Q3 2024U.S. home prices rose 4.3% year-over-year in Q3 2024, but growth has slowed, reflecting a trend since late 2023.
Pennymac increases its conforming loan limit to $802,650Lenders are increasing conforming loan limits in response to rising housing prices ahead of FHFA's official announcement.
Sandra Thompson to depart FHFA prior to Trump inaugurationThompson's departure from FHFA marks a transition in housing policy leadership as the Trump administration reinstates its influence over GSEs.
FHFA: Home prices rise 4.3% in Q3 2024U.S. home prices rose 4.3% year-over-year in Q3 2024, but growth has slowed, reflecting a trend since late 2023.
Pennymac increases its conforming loan limit to $802,650Lenders are increasing conforming loan limits in response to rising housing prices ahead of FHFA's official announcement.
VantageScore unveils its Mortgage Resource CenterVantageScore has introduced a Mortgage Resource Center to assist lenders in adopting the new VantageScore 4.0 model ahead of the required deadline.
No undue risk! Freddie Mac's Sonu Mittal on new buyback remedy, appraisal waiver extensionsThe significance of loan buybacks varies by perspective; Freddie Mac experiences a decrease in requests but increase in repurchase amounts suggests complexity.
Rocket Pro TPO raises conforming loan limit to $802,650 ahead of FHFA's decisionRocket Pro TPO raised agency conforming loan limits to $802,650, ahead of expected FHFA announcement, significantly aiding larger pool of homebuyers.
VantageScore unveils its Mortgage Resource CenterVantageScore has introduced a Mortgage Resource Center to assist lenders in adopting the new VantageScore 4.0 model ahead of the required deadline.
No undue risk! Freddie Mac's Sonu Mittal on new buyback remedy, appraisal waiver extensionsThe significance of loan buybacks varies by perspective; Freddie Mac experiences a decrease in requests but increase in repurchase amounts suggests complexity.
Rocket Pro TPO raises conforming loan limit to $802,650 ahead of FHFA's decisionRocket Pro TPO raised agency conforming loan limits to $802,650, ahead of expected FHFA announcement, significantly aiding larger pool of homebuyers.
FHFA says Federal Home Loan Banks have offered more support to affordable housing effortsFHLBanks significantly increased support for affordable housing and community development in 2023, reflecting a commitment to address local housing needs.
FHFA to affordable housing sponsors: We hear you on FHLBank financingFHFA seeks to simplify funding processes for affordable housing via the Federal Home Loan Banks.
FHFA appoints inaugural members of affordable housing advisory committeeFHFA forms advisory committee on affordable housing with key experts for advice and guidance.
FHFA says Federal Home Loan Banks have offered more support to affordable housing effortsFHLBanks significantly increased support for affordable housing and community development in 2023, reflecting a commitment to address local housing needs.
FHFA to affordable housing sponsors: We hear you on FHLBank financingFHFA seeks to simplify funding processes for affordable housing via the Federal Home Loan Banks.
FHFA appoints inaugural members of affordable housing advisory committeeFHFA forms advisory committee on affordable housing with key experts for advice and guidance.
IMB Summit: FHFA's Anne Marie Pippin on next areas of focus in techFHFA is examining innovations in multifamily housing, particularly using generative AI and retrieval-augmented generation models for various industry applications.
After industry criticism, FHFA revises changes to Suspended Counterparty ProgramThe FHFA revised its proposal on the Suspended Counterparty Program to be less severe after industry concerns over potential impacts on the mortgage market.
FHFA updates capital requirements for private mortgage insurersFHFA updates capital requirements for private mortgage insurers, ensuring financial stability and phased implementation over two years.
FHFA is highly vulnerable to hacking threats: OIGFHFA faced serious network security deficiencies leading to potential hacking threats.
Trade groups express concern to FHFA over historic credit dataTrade organizations express concerns to FHFA about inadequacy of VantageScore 4.0 historical dataset for market participants' needs.
Race-based appraisal gaps have narrowed in recent years: FHFAAppraisal gaps between white, Hispanic/Latino, and Black households decreased post-Interagency Task Force action plan, signaling progress in addressing racial bias in home valuations.
FHFA appoints artificial intelligence czarTracy Stephan appointed as FHFA's Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) alongside existing role in Office of Financial Technology.Stephan's appointment aligns with President Biden's executive order to establish policies, standards, and risk management strategies for AI in government agencies.