Tag Archives: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA)

After a down week, mortgage application volume is on the rise, with sub-3% rates powering refi volume as more and more are taking advantage of record-low rates.

Savings will be passed on to consumers, as lenders will no longer be required to pay the GSEs a fee when they deliver refinanced mortgages.

President Biden continues to strengthen housing's regulators, nominating Julia Gordon and Dave Uejio for HUD leadership roles.

Rep. Maxine Waters issues letter requesting extended foreclosure protections as moratoria are set to expire.

Five Star’s 2021 Government Forum: A Virtual Event assembled leaders from the mortgage space and regulators for a day of topical discussions and sessions shedding insight into what lies ahead for mortgage professionals as they emerge from the pandemic.

This Wednesday, the 2021 Government Forum, a one-day virtual event from The Five Star Institute, will bring together representatives from government and the mortgage space for an open forum to tackle the industry’s most pressing issues.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have issued proposals outlining their objectives and activities to implement advancements in the manufactured housing, affordable housing, and rural housing markets.

A new resolution issued by the FHFA is designed to help safeguard the American consumer and mortgage market against future stresses on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Low-income families nationwide will have the option to save $100-$250 monthly through new plan on GSE-backed mortgages.

The FHFA is continuing to diversify their workforce. Here’s a breakdown of the changes and results from this focus in 2020.