Inspector General Says GSE Appraisal Waiver Program Poses Little Risk to Housing Market
September 20, 2018
Although some industry members have voiced concerns over appraisal waivers offered by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the Federal Housing Finance Agency Office of Inspector General said the risk is minimal. Only a small portion of loans are actually eligible for the waiver and the FHFA said it’s closely monitoring the program.