Most Recent Freddie Mac News

Trump reportedly preparing Fannie, Freddie IPOs

Trump reportedly preparing Fannie, Freddie IPOs

The two GSEs have been under conservatorship since the global financial meltdown of 2007-08, and it’s not yet clear whether...

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Is US housing affordability about to take another hit?

Is US housing affordability about to take another hit?

“One way that the government could retain some control of [the GSEs] is to keep a sufficient number of shares...

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FHFA to hike multifamily loan caps for Freddie and Fannie in 2025

FHFA to hike multifamily loan caps for Freddie and Fannie in 2025

Sandra Thompson, the FHFA’s director, said the decision showed its “strong commitment” to provide the liquidity needed to improve affordability...

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FHFA approves controversial Freddie second lien program

FHFA approves controversial Freddie second lien program

The controversial Freddie Mac second lien purchase pilot has gained conditional approval by the Federal Housing Finance Agency. This proposal,...

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