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Housing market watch: Would taking Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae public drive up mortgage rates in 2026?
With Trump’s tax overhaul now in the rearview mirror, a potential Freddie and Fannie conservatorship release could move up ...
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Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed hits 6.625% as loan demand dips
Mortgage rates today are steady, but loan demand fell 10% after recent rate increases. See what’s driving today’s trends.
The ‘lock-in effect' is making it harder to buy a home—even if mortgage rates fall
A growing number of homeowners say no rate would make them sell, making it even harder for buyers to find homes.
What homebuyers should do before rate cuts, according to mortgage experts
Whether you're buying a new home or considering mortgage refinancing, the main question is the same right now: When will ...
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Reprivatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, Explained
Since 2012, almost all Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s profits have gone to the Treasury, more than repaying the cost of the ...
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Mortgage rates turn upward on strong jobs data
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose for the first time in six weeks, driven by Friday's strong jobs report and renewed ...
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Why Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Believe the Wind Is at Their Back
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are adopting a more pro-business approach when it comes to closing multifamily loans in 2025 than ...
Mortgage rates fall for fifth straight week, lowest since mid-April
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.67%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on ...
Paying Rent on Time Could Now Help You Get a Mortgage After Key Change at Fannie and Freddie
Effective immediately, Fannie and Freddie will allow mortgage lenders to use VantageScore credit ratings to assess ...