The decision, hinted at in numerous (recent) press briefings by FHFA Director Mark Calabria, is not expected delay to companies’ exit from conservatorship.

Fannie seems to be blaming the FHFA for the departure of former CEO Tim Mayopoulos. The mortgage giant also warns: “If there were several high-level departures at approximately the same time, our ability to conduct our business would likely be materially adversely affected…”

However, the lender is considering reopening next year, potentially in another state. Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are potential options...

The Department of Justice declared: “A separation of powers problem with an agency does not compel invalidation of the agency’s actions if those actions are subsequently approved in compliance with separation of powers requirements.”

The Treasury Department argued producing the documents would be “unduly burdensome” and “disproportionate to the needs of the case.”

It would be a radical change, but the FHFA may allow nonbank mortgage firms to become FHLB members, giving them access to advance window...

FHFA Director Mark Calabria: "That might be fine for a normal company, but these are companies that are in conservatorship. They’re essentially in bankruptcy.” 

Based on third quarter figures compiled by Inside Mortgage Finance, FHA lending accounts for 10.17% of the overall first-lien origination market.

Calabria stressed the plan is process-based rather than calendar-driven. He also pointed out that the two mortgage giants will have to be adequately capitalized and make appropriate changes to their culture.