Fannie Mae

Part Of Ongoing Effort To Reduce Size Of Its Retained Mortgage Portfolio

Beginning In September, Will Allow Lenders To Incorporate Rent Payments In Evaluation Process

Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index reported another split between homebuyers who are losing confidence due to rising prices and confident sellers, who are cashing in on a market with limited supply.

Says Nearly 80% Of 1.4M Single-Family Loans Have Exited Forbearance Plans

Fannie Mae's Economic and Strategic Research Group predicts the housing industry will become a powerful driver of inflation over the next year and a half.

69% of lenders believe profit margins will decrease in the months ahead, while 19% believe profits will remain the same, and 11% believe profits will increase.