Among the 10 largest sellers, GSE volume increased on a monthly basis outside of the top three firms.

Fannie and Freddie issued separate updates aimed at identifying and preventing fraud in mortgage transactions.

Agency MBS issuance in November hit a level last seen in August 2022 at the tail end of the pandemic-driven mortgage boom.

FHFA disagreed with the GAO's assessment.

The conventional-conforming sector continued to account for the largest portion of originations, with a 52.2% share in the third quarter.

For one-unit properties, the baseline conforming loan limit will be $832,750 in 2026.

“We believe that if Treasury decides it wants to forgive the [senior preferred shares], then this plan appears reasonable,” said Keefe, Bruyette & Woods analyst Bose George.

Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will be subject to $88.0 million caps on their multifamily funding volume in 2026.

Home prices increased by 2.2% on an annual basis as of the end of September, according to FHFA.

Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corp. remained the top producer among the private MIs.