The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that the structure of the Federal Housing Finance Agency is unconstitutional, allowing the President to remove its director at will. Shortly after the ruling, The Biden Administration removed Mark Calabria as FHFA Director.
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Industry Briefs June 18, 2021
Fannie Mae, Washington, D.C., said economic growth expectations for full-year 2021 were revised modestly upward to 7.1 percent, one-tenth higher than the previous forecast, due to stronger-than-expected consumer spending data year to date.
Industry Briefs June 15, 2021
The Federal Housing Finance Agency issued a Request for Input on executive compensation at its regulated entities: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and the Federal Home Loan Banks.
FHFA, GSEs Extend COVID-19 Multifamily Forbearance through Sept. 30
The Federal Housing Finance Agency on Thursday said Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will continue to offer COVID-19 forbearance to qualifying multifamily property owners through September 30.
Industry Briefs June 4, 2021
Zillow, Seattle, said Asian-headed households in the U.S. grew by 83% in the past two decades, far exceeding Latinx, Black, and white household growth. But that broad success masks major challenges to homeownership in the highly diverse community.
Industry Briefs May 27, 2021
Enact Holdings Inc., Raleigh, N.C., a provider of private mortgage insurance through its insurance subsidiaries, introduced its new brand and visual identity. Formerly known as Genworth Mortgage Holdings Inc., Enact is a wholly owned operating subsidiary of Genworth Financial Inc.
Industry Briefs May 21, 2021
Quicken Loans, Detroit, announced it will officially change its name to Rocket Mortgage on July 31. This change will bring alignment to the overall “Rocket” brand.
FHFA Announces GSEs’ Proposed Duty to Serve Underserved Markets Plans for 2022-2024
The Federal Housing Finance Agency published proposed 2022-2024 Underserved Markets Plans submitted by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac under the Duty to Serve program. The proposed Plans cover the period from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024.
Industry Briefs May 7, 2021
Freddie Mac, McLean, Va., and Fannie Mae announced new refinancing options aimed at helping lower-income homeowners.
FHFA Publishes Final Rule on GSE ‘Living Wills’
The Federal Housing Finance Agency on Monday published a final rule that requires Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to develop credible resolution plans, also known as “living wills.”