Government

The GSEs have increased conforming loan limit values for mortgages in 2023 to $726,200, an increase of $79,000 over 2022’s loan limits.

Since the start of the GSEs' conservatorship nearly 14 years ago, approximately 40% of their foreclosure prevention actions have resulted in permanent loan modifications.

A new article from the Washington Post examines the government’s Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) and the speed at which these resources are reaching those in need.

A new study from the Urban Institute examines why landlords are hesitant to accept housing vouchers, despite most of the rent being government guaranteed. Studies show many landlords do not want to rent to voucher recipients for personal reasons, some bureaucratic.

In executing its 11th Credit Insurance Risk Transfer transaction of 2022 for $343 million, the GSE continues its effort to reduce taxpayer risk by increasing the role of private capital in the mortgage market.

The impact of Hurricane Ian in the Southeast U.S. forced the share of mortgage loans in forbearance slightly upward in October, as an approximately 350,000 U.S. homeowners are now in forbearance plans.

A recent announcement revealed HUD, through the Federal Housing Administration, will allow private flood insurance policies on insured single-family mortgages in special flood hazard areas.

In the Bureau’s Fall 2022 report, some mortgage servicers were cited for violations of federal law by charging sizable phone payment fees and for charging consumers fees while they were in CARES Act forbearances.

Pursuant to the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, the FHFA has released its annual report on single-family guarantee fees charged by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Rep. Maxine Waters, Chair of the Financial Services Committee, said HUD's draft solicitation could have a “negative impact” on the nation’s supply of affordable housing options.