Despite extensive efforts to combat the use of biased valuations, FHFA does not refer appraisers to state licensing boards for investigations or reprimand.

The rule requires the enterprises to submit a written notice of any new activity for FHFA to review. However, they can consult with the agency in advance to determine if such a notice is required.

Subtle differences between 2022 and 2023 objectives speak to both new priorities and goals reached.

Jupiter Intelligence will provide Fannie with climate data and analytics for at-risk communities in Baltimore and Memphis.

Nearly 80% of Freddie’s STACRs received an NAIC 1 designation, the highest rating.

Attorneys for a group of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac shareholders seeking to overturn the net worth sweep will take another swing at the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.

The state of Florida is setting up a reinsurance fund to stabilize a property insurance system plagued with disaster-related insolvencies and years of underwriting losses.

The new benchmarks for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac reflect higher interest rates and the anticipated decline in the number of affordable units in the multifamily market.

The Mortgage Bankers Association argues that higher income thresholds would allow more minority borrowers access to low-downpayment mortgages like HomeReady and Home Possible.

The mortgage giant will leverage consumer-permission bank-statement data to underwrite loans for borrowers with no FICO score.