The Federal Housing Finance Agency on Thursday announced extensions of several measures to align COVID-19 mortgage relief policies across the federal government, a move that drew praise from the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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Home Prices Keep Going Up, Up, Up
A flurry of economic reports shows U.S. home price appreciation, triggered by low housing inventories, keep pushing toward—and beyond—double-digit percentage annual growth.
FHFA Releases 2021 Scorecard for GSEs, Common Securitization Solutions
The Federal Housing Finance Agency this week released the 2021 Scorecard for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Common Securitization Solutions. The 2021 Scorecard aligns the 2019 Strategic Plan with the Enterprises’ tactical priorities and operations, serving as an essential tool to hold the Enterprises accountable.
FHFA Extends Foreclosure/Eviction Moratoria through Mar. 28; Extends COVID-Related Loan Flexibilities
The Federal Housing Finance Agency said Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac extended moratoriums on single-family foreclosures and real estate owned evictions until March 31.
Home Prices Jump on Robust Demand; Housing Gains at 15-Year High
Home prices are rising at rates not seen in years, with four reports—from Standard & Poor’s, Zillow, the Federal Housing Finance Agency and First American Financial Corp.—confirming no apparent letup.
Industry Briefs Jan. 26, 2021
SitusAMC Holdings Corp., New York, acquired Assimilate Solutions LLC, a provider of mortgage and title knowledge process outsourcing and information technology outsourcing platforms.
FHFA Amends GSE Stock Purchase Agreements; Leaves Decision on Conservatorship to Biden Administration
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will not exit federal conservatorship under the Trump Administration; the Federal Housing Finance Agency will leave that decision to the Biden Administration, FHFA said late yesterday.
FHFA Amends GSE Stock Purchase Agreements; Leaves Decision on Conservatorship to Biden Administration
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will not exit federal conservatorship under the Trump Administration; the Federal Housing Finance Agency will leave that decision to the Biden Administration, FHFA said late yesterday.
Industry Briefs Jan. 15, 2021
The Federal Housing Finance Agency announced Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will extend several loan origination flexibilities until February 28. The changes are to ensure continued support for borrowers during the COVID-19 national emergency. The flexibilities were set to expire on January 31.
FHFA Announces GSE ‘Duty to Serve’ 2021 Market Plans
The Federal Housing Finance Agency on Jan. 6 published the 2021 Underserved Markets Plans for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac under the Duty to Serve program. The Plans became effective Jan. 1.