Freddie Mac Blog
Cash-Out Refinancing Ticks Higher As Boom Ends
The share of borrowers refinancing fell below 50 percent for the first time since the third quarter of 2008. This represents the longest boom since Freddie Mac started its quarterly Refinance Report in 1990. More
HARP: It's the Real Deal
Today, we're swatting down one of the answers we hear most when we ask eligible borrowers why they haven't HARPed: They think it's a scam. Here's why it's not. More
This Week's Housing Headlines
From mortgage scams to cautious optimism the housing recovery will continue, we've gathered up some of the key housing stories for the week. More
Help Around the Corner and Across the Country
Whether you're struggling with your mortgage or hoping to buy a home, Freddie Mac's Borrower Help Centers and Borrower Help Network offer you trustworthy, one-to-one help. More
Home Sales Pace Slows in June
The housing recovery continues to slog forward, with some markets improving but most remaining flat. This latest reading on new home sales is yet another sign of this slog. More
Housing Markets Slog Forward
Based on the latest release of MiMi more markets moved into their stable range of housing activity including Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, Nashville and Pittsburgh metro areas as well as Idaho and Utah states. More
Freddie Mac Hires More Veterans
The transition to civilian life can be a challenge for new veterans who face higher unemployment rates than non-veterans. Through the new V.E.T.S. program, Freddie Mac provides IT jobs to help those who've served launch civilian careers. More
This Week's Housing Headlines
There's news for homeowners, future homeowners, and renters in our roundup of some of this week’s top housing stories. More
Taking Responsibility
While shopping for your home is fun and exciting, it's important to remember the responsibilities and financial commitments you’ll have as a homeowner. Saving for your down payment and signing on the dotted line are simply the first steps to homeownership. More
Diet of New Multifamily Construction Leaves Supply Too Thin
Renovating, rehabilitating, and otherwise preserving existing apartments could mean the difference between having enough multifamily rental housing to meet growing demand – or not. More
