MBA Asks FHFA for Clarity on GSE Short-Term Rental Policies

The Mortgage Bankers Association, in a July 6 letter to the Federal Housing Finance Agency, asked FHFA for more definitive guidance on the government-sponsored enterprises’ policies on mortgages for properties that include short-term rental units.

Freddie Mac: Moratoria Staved Off Eviction Crisis During Pandemic

Freddie Mac, McLean Va., said federal and local moratoria in response to the COVID-19 pandemic largely prevented an eviction crisis involving property renters—but the amount of back rent still owed is a “concerning factor” going forward.

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“While the steady return to normal pre-pandemic routines brings a sense of optimism, the economic impact of COVID-19 will have a lingering effect, particularly on renters who owe back rent and were protected by eviction moratoriums. We found that there is likely enough rental assistance available, and the deployment and accessibility of these funds is vital to supporting renters and property owners in need as the country transitions to a post-pandemic normal.”
–Corey Aber, Freddie Mac Senior Director of Mission, Policy and Strategy.

Personnel News:

Walker & Dunlop, Bethesda, Md., hired Susan Mello as Group Head of Capital Markets.

CREF Policy Update July 8, 2021

Commercial and multifamily developments and activities from MBA relevant to your business and our industry.

Personnel News From

Greystone, New York, announced Sampada D’silva joined the firm as a Deputy Chief Credit Officer.