JAN 14, 2021
Homeownership
A starter home can give you experience in owning a home and the financial benefits that come with it, without the pressure of finding your forever home immediately.
JAN 5, 2021
Homeownership
These three benefits will give you an advantage when selling your home in a seller's market.
DEC 29, 2020
Homeownership
How long your home has been listed can have a big impact on your home sale.
DEC 21, 2020
Homeownership
When you’re ready to sell your home, consider all your options to make the sale a success, beginning with hiring a real estate agent.
DEC 16, 2020
Homeownership
Here are some ways to get an understanding of what your home could sell for.
DEC 3, 2020
Homeownership
Owning your home is an investment, and home equity is part of a long-term strategy to build financial stability.
NOV 24, 2020
Homeownership
Homebuyers are ready to fall in the love with your home.
NOV 18, 2020
Research and Analysis
Here's what you can expect from the housing market for the rest of 2020.
NOV 9, 2020
Homeownership
From setting up utilities to changing the locks, here is a list of things to do once you have the keys to your new home.
OCT 30, 2020
Homeownership
Before closing day arrives, follow these steps to make sure you are prepared.
OCT 19, 2020
Homeownership
Once you find a home that meets your wants and needs, your real estate agent will help you make a strong offer.
OCT 14, 2020
Homeownership
Modern technology is changing a lot of things – including the way buyers search for homes.
OCT 2, 2020
Homeownership
You will need to consider these three things when choosing a mortgage.
OCT 1, 2020
Homeownership
Here's what you need to know to get pre-approved for a mortgage.
SEP 22, 2020
Homeownership
Contrary to popular belief, you can put as little as a 3% down payment on a home.
SEP 17, 2020
Homeownership
Learn which expenses you’ll need to cover out of pocket, so you can factor them into your final homebuying budget.
SEP 9, 2020
Homeownership
Are you ready to buy a home? Here's a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the homebuying process.
SEP 1, 2020
Homeownership
Making green improvements can not only reduce the cost of your utilities but can also increase the value of your home. In fact, Freddie Mac research has shown that homes with an energy efficient rating sell for 2.7% more on average than homes without these ratings.
AUG 25, 2020
Homeownership
How can you get the most money when selling you house? One of the easiest ways is to make energy efficient improvements.
AUG 17, 2020
Homeownership
Are you in the market for an eco-friendly home? Work with your team to understand all your options.
AUG 6, 2020
Homeownership
Buying an eco-friendly home can be a great investment. But what does “green” mean?
JUL 30, 2020
Homeownership
Learn how to secure your home to protect against the dangers of wildfires, flooding and hurricane force winds.
JUL 23, 2020
Homeownership
One of the first steps in disaster preparedness is to know what disasters and hazards could affect your area.
JUL 16, 2020
Homeownership
Follow these tips to be better prepared for a future emergency.
JUL 8, 2020
Homeownership
More than ever, how your home is presented online is what will set your listing apart.
JUN 29, 2020
Homeownership
Learn what happens when forbearance ends and how repayment works.
JUN 25, 2020
Research and Analysis
As we reach the mid-point of 2020, let's take a look at the housing market outlook.
JUN 3, 2020
Homeownership
Learn more about your mortgage refinancing options, understand today's rates and figure out how find the right loan for you.
MAY 28, 2020
Homeownership
If you have questions about housing due to COVID-19, we are here to answer your questions.
MAY 19, 2020
Homeownership
If you’ve been financially impacted by COVID-19, find the answers to you housing questions.
MAY 14, 2020
Homeownership
Learn how payment deferral can help bring you current on your mortgage.
MAY 6, 2020
Rental Housing
If you are a renter struggling to pay your rent due to COVID-19, understand what is available to you.
APR 22, 2020
Homeownership
Free assistance is available to help guide you through financial hardship.
APR 20, 2020
Notable
Freddie is accelerating payment terms by 20 days to support our more than 200 small and diverse business suppliers who are directly or indirectly impacted by COVID-19.
APR 16, 2020
Homeownership
Learn the facts on Freddie Mac forbearance.
APR 2, 2020
Notable
Learn the common elements of this fraud and how to to avoid it.
MAR 25, 2020
Notable
Unfortunately, during times of hardship families are often targeted by fraud artists who attempt to take advantage of those seeking assistance.
MAR 23, 2020
Homeownership
If you're struggling to make your mortgage payments due to COVID-19, mortgage relief options are available.
MAR 12, 2020
Homeownership
When it comes to home improvement, there are a lot of ways to maximize your savings!
MAR 5, 2020
Homeownership
Ready to reduce your home's carbon footprint? These words and phrases can help you speak green.
MAR 4, 2020
Research and Analysis
Depending on what state you live in, you may find your house-hunting options quite limited.
FEB 27, 2020
Homeownership
If you're in the market to buy a home, today's average mortgage rates are something to celebrate compared to almost any year since 1971.
FEB 20, 2020
Research and Analysis
Why do you live where you live? Our survey finds affordability remains a key concern for both renters and owners.
FEB 14, 2020
Homeownership
If you're expecting a refund this year, here are 3 ways it could bring you closer to homeownership.
FEB 6, 2020
Research and Analysis
We've seen a lot of changes over the past 10 years - and the housing industry was no exception.
FEB 4, 2020
Homeownership
The trifecta of interest-rate cuts in 2019 boded well for homeowners looking to refinance. Does it make sense for you?
JAN 31, 2020
Research and Analysis
We're looking at the housing data for the cities participating in Super Bowl LIV.
JAN 23, 2020
Homeownership
To calculate your monthly spending, consider the following.
JAN 21, 2020
Homeownership
Each member of your homebuying team will perform different, but complementary roles.
JAN 14, 2020
Research and Analysis
We're breaking down the housing market's latest trip around the sun.
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