Tariff ruling could hamstring unilateral release of GSEs
Mar 3, 2026Even if he was so-inclined to do so, President Trump might not be able to unilaterally release the government-sponsored enterprises...
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CFPB accused of siding with credit bureaus on complaints
Feb 3, 2026The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to make it more difficult for Americans to file complaints against the three major...
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Mortgage
Freddie Mac supports 577,000 affordable rental units in 2025
Jan 18, 2026Freddie Mac increased its investment in multifamily housing by 17% last year. Processing Content The government-sponsored entity announced Thursday its...
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Rate-and-term refinances boost slight jump in lock activity
Jan 14, 2026Mortgage rate-lock activity ended the year on a strong note in spite of seasonal trends, new industry data found. Processing...
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Trump’s MBS buying plan sparks rally, long-term doubts
Jan 10, 2026If it comes to fruition, President Trump’s call for a $200 billion purchase of mortgage-backed securities could further tighten MBS...
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GSE retained portfolio growth leads to narrower spreads: KBW
Jan 6, 2026The spread between the 10-year Treasury yields and 30-year fixed mortgage rates tightened at the end of 2025, largely driven...
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Bessent: Fannie, Freddie offering hinges on MBS spreads
Dec 18, 2025A government-sponsored enterprise stock offering appears to still be in the works with care being taken not to adversely influence...
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A 50-year mortgage to double interest paid over tenor, UBS says
Nov 12, 2025A 50-year mortgage on a median-priced US home could reduce borrower’s monthly repayment, but also double the amount of interest...
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Mortgage
Fannie Mae cutting 62 positions: FHFA Director Bill Pulte
Oct 31, 2025Fannie Mae has staged a new round of layoffs impacting 62 people viewed as working in noncore functions, according to...
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Fannie Mae names Akwaboah acting CEO, replacing Almodovar
Oct 23, 2025Fannie Mae Chief Operating Officer Peter Akwaboah has added the acting CEO title following the departure of Priscilla Almodovar, the...
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