An Inside The GSEs analysis of UMBS issued by Fannie and Freddie over the past two years suggests the $1.5 billion cash-purchase cap will undercut loan sales at scores of lenders. (Includes data chart.)
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Spikes in amortization income, guarantee-fee income and credit-related expenses are all closely tied to the government’s intervention in the coronavirus crisis. (Includes data chart.)
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Freddie Mac’s Voluntary Early Retirement Program resulted in 600 buyouts by the end of 2020, but salaries and benefits expenses actually rose in the short term.
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In addition to a couple of traditional K-deals, Freddie Mac offered sustainability bonds and deals based on supplemental loans and small-balance loans.
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The mortgage giant taps two vice presidents to oversee equitable housing issues on both the single-family and multifamily sides of the company.
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The new version of Fannie’s DU program will penalize student debt and income from auxiliary units but reduce the sting of self-employed income.
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