Tag Archives: Freddie
Home prices rise at slower pace
U.S. home prices increased in 2013, but two new reports indicate the market has cooled. Continue reading
Regulators keep pushing rates upward
Will tapering make mortgage rates spike as some had feared? Continue reading
Privatize Fannie and Freddie?
Investors are sniffing around the two mortgage companies, but the effect on rates is unclear. Continue reading
Obama reveals housing plan
President Barack Obama outlined a plan to overhaul the U.S. housing finance system and help refinancers and homebuyers. Continue reading
Why you need Fannie and Freddie
Mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac backed 4 in every 5 mortgage loans originated last year. Continue reading
What will Watt do?
The new head of Fannie and Freddie is mum on his plans. Continue reading
Loan mods with no paperwork
Will hassle-free loan modifications finally help some borrowers? Continue reading
Future of Fannie and Freddie
The government takes further steps to exit the mortgage business. Continue reading
Did taxpayers lose in Libor scam?
Who’s the latest loser in one of the largest banking scams in history? Fannie, Freddie and you. Continue reading
Mortgage help for Sandy victims
Mortgage borrowers whose homes were damaged by Superstorm Sandy may get some mortgage relief. Continue reading