Fannie Mae has released a report forecasting growth for the year 2018 and 2019, re-calibrating prior predictions in light of inventory shortages, mortgage rates, and trade tensions. Find out what’s changed and what hasn’t.
Read More »A New Initiative to Reach LEP Borrowers
With the launch of its centralized clearinghouse of online resources, the Federal Housing Finance Agency, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac plan to help lenders, servicers, and other real estate professionals reach out to limited English proficient borrowers. Here how.
Read More »The Emerging Trends in Mortgage Servicing
Steven Frie, Director, Structured Finance at S&P Global Ratings gives insights into what’s driving the servicing business and the lessons he’s learned in his various roles in financing for the housing and mortgage industry.
Read More »Homebuyers Optimistic Despite Affordability Fears
Despite perceptions of high home prices and rising mortgage rates that continued to weigh on their minds, homebuyers remained cautiously optimistic about the housing market according to a report by Fannie Mae. Here’s a break down of its findings.
Read More »Mayopoulos: “Hugh Will Serve as a Terrific Leader”
The GSE has chosen the former Berkadia CEO and current Fannie Mae board member as Interim CEO following Tim Mayopolous' announcement earlier this year that he would step down. Here are the details.
Read More »Fannie Mae Promotes Forlines to CRO
Fannie Mae recently announced the promotion of John Forlines to SVP and Chief Risk Officer, effective immediately.
Read More »Welcome to the Machine: AI in the Mortgage Business
With more lenders integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning into their business practices, Fannie Mae has released a survey that tackles industry sentiment across about the advent of AI.
Read More »Understanding the Housing Needs of an Underserved Community
A recent Fannie Mae survey gave insights into what having a home meant for native American households, who are one of the most underserved populations. Here’s what it found.
Read More »Mel Watt: “I Am Not Above the Law”
On top of the controversial nature of the conservatorship of the GSEs, the FHFA may be facing further internal issues. Find out more in this coverage of Thursday Financial Services Committee hearing.
Read More »Making Housing More Affordable
From now through November 1, Fannie Mae will be accepting ideas for affordable housing through the Innovation Challenge, part of Fannie Mae’s Sustainable Communities Initiative. Click through to for more information and to learn how to respond.
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