Freddie Mac Blog
Helpful information and tips on buying, owning or renting a home and the housing market
SEP 19, 2019
Clearing Up Commission
Homeownership
Wondering how real estate agents get paid? It's time to learn about the real estate commission fee.
SEP 17, 2019
Six Home Improvements Offering the Highest ROI
Homeownership
Not all home projects are equal when it comes to earning you a return on investment.
SEP 13, 2019
Pricing Out PMI
Homeownership
We're here to explain what PMI is and how it can be to your benefit.
SEP 11, 2019
Pumpkin Spice and Making Your Home Nice
Homeownership
Have you started preparing your home for fall? As seasons change, so do your home's needs.
SEP 4, 2019
Renter's Guide Part 2
Rental Housing
Ready to sign the lease on your first "adult" home? As a renter, you have both rights and responsibilities, here are three things you should review with your landlord before signing.
AUG 28, 2019
Renter's Guide to Post Graduation
Rental Housing
For recent graduates, where you'll live is probably top of mind. To help you get started on your rental journey, here are a few questions to think about.
AUG 23, 2019
Self-Employed Mortgage Application Tips
Homeownership
Learn how to qualify for a mortgage if you have a non-traditional work situation.
AUG 20, 2019
Mortgage Rates: Are Your Stars Aligned?
Homeownership
Today's low mortgage rates can give you extra purchasing power, potentially making a home once unaffordable, affordable.
AUG 15, 2019
Choose Your Term
Homeownership
Whether you choose a 10-, 15-, 20- or 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, you're guaranteed that your monthly mortgage payment will remain the same for the entire term of the loan.
AUG 13, 2019
How is Affordability Influencing Your Zip Code?
Research and Analysis
Housing affordability is a challenge impacting over half of today's renters and homeowners.
AUG 6, 2019
10 Homebuying Acronyms You Need to Know
Homeownership
PMI, APR, LTV… say what? Learn some of the most important industry acronyms and their definitions, so you can sound like a pro as you go through the homebuying process.
AUG 1, 2019
FAQ: Disaster Relief
Homeownership
When a disaster hits home it can be overwhelming. You've got mortgage relief questions? We've got your answers.