Mortgage Rates Tick Down to 6.85% as Spring Selling Season ApproachesMortgage rates have decreased for five weeks, providing relief to prospective homebuyers as the spring selling season commences.
30-Year Mortgage Rate Rises Above 7% for First Time Since MayMortgage rates have surpassed 7%, affecting buyer and seller engagement significantly.Economic strength and rising inflation are major factors in increasing mortgage rates.
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage eases to 6.46%, the lowest level in 15 monthsMortgage rates have declined to their lowest in 15 months, providing some relief for homebuyers in a challenging market.
Mortgage Rates Tick Down to 6.85% as Spring Selling Season ApproachesMortgage rates have decreased for five weeks, providing relief to prospective homebuyers as the spring selling season commences.
30-Year Mortgage Rate Rises Above 7% for First Time Since MayMortgage rates have surpassed 7%, affecting buyer and seller engagement significantly.Economic strength and rising inflation are major factors in increasing mortgage rates.
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage eases to 6.46%, the lowest level in 15 monthsMortgage rates have declined to their lowest in 15 months, providing some relief for homebuyers in a challenging market.
Trump Appointee Fires CEO of Freddie Mac in Major Shake-Up at the Mortgage GiantMajor staffing changes at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac follow Trump's appointee, including high-profile firings and speculation on privatization.
Top execs at Freddie Mac, FHFA fired: reportFreddie Mac may face leadership changes, with potential CEO Diana Reid's departure signaling a new era under FHFA's management.
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.
FHFA replaces Freddie Mac board member amid other changesLeadership changes at Freddie Mac indicate a strategic overhaul under new FHFA Director Bill Pulte, including significant staffing cuts and committee appointments.
Trump Appointee Fires CEO of Freddie Mac in Major Shake-Up at the Mortgage GiantMajor staffing changes at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac follow Trump's appointee, including high-profile firings and speculation on privatization.
Top execs at Freddie Mac, FHFA fired: reportFreddie Mac may face leadership changes, with potential CEO Diana Reid's departure signaling a new era under FHFA's management.
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.
FHFA replaces Freddie Mac board member amid other changesLeadership changes at Freddie Mac indicate a strategic overhaul under new FHFA Director Bill Pulte, including significant staffing cuts and committee appointments.
Freddie Mac: Housing market 3.7 million home shortage is the 'root cause' of strained affordabilityThe housing market in the U.S. is short by 3.7 million units, impacting affordability and household formation.
Housing market shift: Where home prices are starting to fallU.S. single-family home prices rose 3.9% in 2024, outpacing consumer price increase of 2.9%.
FHFA expands fee-based alternative to repurchase loans to all approved lendersFHFA expands pilot program allowing lenders to repurchase performing loans with fees instead of repacking, incentivizing improved loan quality.
Freddie Mac hires Craig Phillips to handle regulatory and conservatorship affairsFreddie Mac has appointed Craig Phillips as executive vice president of corporate strategy and external affairs, effective Jan. 14.
Where Freddie Mac predicts the housing market and home prices will go in 2025National home prices are expected to rise by an average of 3.5% in 2025, with Freddie Mac predicting only 0.6% growth.
Freddie Mac: Housing market 3.7 million home shortage is the 'root cause' of strained affordabilityThe housing market in the U.S. is short by 3.7 million units, impacting affordability and household formation.
Housing market shift: Where home prices are starting to fallU.S. single-family home prices rose 3.9% in 2024, outpacing consumer price increase of 2.9%.
FHFA expands fee-based alternative to repurchase loans to all approved lendersFHFA expands pilot program allowing lenders to repurchase performing loans with fees instead of repacking, incentivizing improved loan quality.
Freddie Mac hires Craig Phillips to handle regulatory and conservatorship affairsFreddie Mac has appointed Craig Phillips as executive vice president of corporate strategy and external affairs, effective Jan. 14.
Where Freddie Mac predicts the housing market and home prices will go in 2025National home prices are expected to rise by an average of 3.5% in 2025, with Freddie Mac predicting only 0.6% growth.
Bill Pulte says hell scrutinize underperforming' Fannie and FreddieTrump administration set to remove Fannie and Freddie from conservatorships, impacting mortgage market dynamics.Fannie Mae is actively enhancing fraud detection in the multifamily loan sector.
LA residents whose homes burnt down in wildfires will still have to pay off mortgages, property taxesFannie Mae and Freddie Mac are providing mortgage relief options to homeowners affected by the wildfires in Southern California.
Ending the Fannie/Freddie conservatorshipsFannie Mae and Freddie Mac may exit conservatorship by 2027 under a structured framework that supports affordable housing and protects small lenders.
New FHFA Director Bill Pulte is focused on GSE reformThe Trump administration aims to privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, planning a structured exit from conservatorship to ensure market stability.
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Are Shaken Up by Their RegulatorA 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.
Fannie Mae Regulator Puts 35 Workers on LeaveAgency 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.
Bill Pulte says hell scrutinize underperforming' Fannie and FreddieTrump administration set to remove Fannie and Freddie from conservatorships, impacting mortgage market dynamics.Fannie Mae is actively enhancing fraud detection in the multifamily loan sector.
LA residents whose homes burnt down in wildfires will still have to pay off mortgages, property taxesFannie Mae and Freddie Mac are providing mortgage relief options to homeowners affected by the wildfires in Southern California.
Ending the Fannie/Freddie conservatorshipsFannie Mae and Freddie Mac may exit conservatorship by 2027 under a structured framework that supports affordable housing and protects small lenders.
New FHFA Director Bill Pulte is focused on GSE reformThe Trump administration aims to privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, planning a structured exit from conservatorship to ensure market stability.
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Are Shaken Up by Their RegulatorA 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.
Fannie Mae Regulator Puts 35 Workers on LeaveAgency 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.
Sonu Mittal on Freddie Mac's newest moves to lower lender, borrower costsFreddie Mac introduces alternatives to loan repurchases to enhance lender experience and maintain focus on loan quality.
Meet Diana Reid, the former PNC exec who was just hired to lead Freddie MacDiana Reid has been appointed CEO of Freddie Mac, focusing on enhancing housing liquidity and affordability.
Sonu Mittal on Freddie Mac's newest moves to lower lender, borrower costsFreddie Mac introduces alternatives to loan repurchases to enhance lender experience and maintain focus on loan quality.
Meet Diana Reid, the former PNC exec who was just hired to lead Freddie MacDiana Reid has been appointed CEO of Freddie Mac, focusing on enhancing housing liquidity and affordability.
Freddie Mac reports strongest earnings since 2021Freddie Mac significantly increased its loan acquisitions and mortgage-backed securities issuance in 2024, benefiting millions of families in the housing market.
James Whitlinger takes over permanent CFO slot at Freddie MacJim Whitlinger is appointed as Freddie Mac's new CFO, effective Jan. 1, after serving as interim CFO since June 2024.
Freddie Mac hires Sam Valverde for executive roleSam Valverde has joined Freddie Mac as vice president of mission and community engagement after resigning from Ginnie Mae.
Mortgage defects remain on the rise: ACESThe mortgage defect rate reached 1.81% in Q2 2024, continuing an upward trend driven by income and employment data issues.
Wall Street wants second mortgages expanded for 'the next big U.S. stimulus.' Is that wise?Freddie Mac proposed to enter the secondary mortgage and home equity loans market, aiming to unlock an estimated $1-2 trillion in consumer spending.Concerns arise regarding the proposal's potential impact on inflation and the already substantial home equity available to U.S. homeowners.
Becoming a seller/servicer with Freddie MacObtaining approval as a Freddie Mac Seller/Servicer can provide significant competitive advantages in the mortgage industry.