Freddie Mac Blog
Helpful information and tips on buying, owning or renting a home and the housing market
FEB 6, 2019
Get In-The-Know About Escrow
Homeownership
What is escrow and how does it affect your monthly mortgage payment?
JAN 31, 2019
Super Bowl Sunday's Home Team Advantage
Research and Analysis
The NFL will crown a champion this Sunday at Super Bowl LIII, but the off-the-field winner was already announced way back in 2016: The city of Atlanta.
JAN 29, 2019
Open Season: House Hunting with Kids
Homeownership
Before you begin touring homes, here are a few tips for parents to consider.
JAN 24, 2019
Time to Fix Your ARM?
Homeownership
If you have an ARM that's scheduled to adjust soon, you may want to consider the benefits of a fixed-rate mortgage while rates are still low.
JAN 23, 2019
How KonMari Can Help Homeowners
Homeownership
If you're preparing your house to be staged, packing to move, or looking to make better use of the space you already have, here are some Marie Kondo inspired tips to help.
JAN 17, 2019
FYIs about DIY
Homeownership
If you're a homeowner you've probably got ideas for home improvements... so how do DIY home projects compare to professional renovations?
JAN 16, 2019
Reach Your Dreams with 3% Down
Homeownership
Low down payment mortgage options – some requiring as little as 3% down – are available for qualified borrowers and can offer you a path to homeownership.
JAN 10, 2019
Renting 101: From Listings to Leases
Rental Housing
Approximately 63 percent of renters are satisfied with their rental experience. So, what's the key to finding the right home?
JAN 9, 2019
Planning Your Move
Homeownership
The excitement of buying a new home is frequently followed with the dread of having to move. We've put together some tips to make your move as seamless as possible.
JAN 4, 2019
From Saving Up to Settling Down: The Homebuying Lifecycle
Homeownership
Here are three key phases of homeownership that many people experience during their lifetime.
DEC 27, 2018
6 Steps to Achieve your Homebuying Resolution
Homeownership
If one of your resolutions for 2019 is to become a homeowner, we have 6 ways to make the homebuying process easier.
DEC 20, 2018
In It For The Long Run
Homeownership
For the final blog in our avoiding homebuying mistakes series we are talking about the long-term planning involved in homeownership.