Release of the transcripts from FHFA’s listening session on the GSEs’ housing goals was delayed for weeks, but the comments from affordable housing advocates remain fresh.

FHFA says it has not “extended” the fee because it never announced an end date. Nevertheless, it will review the financial situation in October.

Although the enterprise did not reach FHFA’s benchmark for low-income re-finance mortgages, it’s not exactly in the regulatory doghouse.

Veteran stock analyst Richard Bove upgraded the common shares of Fannie and Freddie to “hold” from “sell.” Last week, analyst Bose George had downgraded the stocks to “underperform.”

Treasury’s stake in the GSEs should be used to create a joint venture focused on affordable housing. Also, to ensure success, Fannie and Freddie should be converted into utilities, two industry pros recommend.

In addition to a couple of traditional K-deals, Freddie Mac offered sustainability bonds and deals based on supplemental loans and small-balance loans.

The mortgage giant taps two vice presidents to oversee equitable housing issues on both the single-family and multifamily sides of the company.

An endorsement from international ESG ratings firm Sustainalytics could whet investors’ appetite for Fannie Mae’s social and green MBS offerings.

Fannie financed $76 billion through its Delegated Underwriting and Servicing program, while Freddie pumped out $82.5 billion in loan purchases and guarantees.

Their new Senate majority, albeit a slim one, should make it easier for Democrats to pass key budget priorities. But what does it mean for Fannie and Freddie?