Trump’s new Executive Order aims to curb institutional buying in single-family housing, potentially reshaping inventory access and competition for owner-occupant borrowers
Dan Figurski of SingleSource Property Solutions discusses how originators will face a shift as the redesigned URAR and UAD 3.6 bring clearer property insights and data-driven appraisal reporting
Freddie Mac’s $5.1 billion in 2025 CRT issuance highlights the program’s expanding role in transferring mortgage credit risk to private capital, while reinforcing liquidity and stability in the U.S. housing finance system
Freddie Mac’s November volume data show steady but restrained portfolio growth and continued credit resilience as higher rates and slower origination activity weigh on the mortgage market
FHFA has finalized 2026–2028 housing goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, lowering single‑family low-income benchmarks, while keeping multifamily targets steady to balance affordability and market stability
Freddie Mac has named veteran financial services executive Kenny M. Smith as chief executive officer and board member, while interim CEO Michael Hutchins will continue as president
