Perspectives
Insights into the topics and trends that are transforming the housing industry
Tracking the Economy in
Real-Time During the Pandemic
Even in the best of times, forecasts are extraordinarily difficult. However, these are hardly the best of times, and the ongoing uncertainty means these projections may be more unclear than usual.
Vice President and Chief Economist, Economic & Housing Research
Reflecting on Recent Events
The last few weeks have been ones of deep reflection, sadness and anger in the wake of the tragic killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery.
CEO
Transcript: Freddie Mac CEO Addresses Pandemic Response in Q1 Earnings Discussion
Freddie Mac responded to unprecedented challenges while serving its mission in the first quarter.
CEO
Transcript: Freddie Mac CEO Discusses Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2019 Financial Results
In 2019, Freddie Mac delivered solid earnings, with strong returns and executed on our mission of providing liquidity, stability and affordability to the housing market.
CEO
Another Strong Year for Multifamily
In 2019, Freddie Mac’s total Optigo production volume reached $78.4 billion and our securitization volume was a record $75.5 billion. As we look to the new year, Freddie Mac Multifamily is poised to continue leading the way.
EVP Head of Multifamily Business
What Will 2020 Bring for the Housing Market?
Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist addresses key topics including mortgage rates, home prices, home sales, housing supply, and affordability.
Vice President and Chief Economist, Economic & Housing Research
The Best Credit Risk Management Strategy: Verified Data
Working in the housing market can often be about big numbers.
SVP & Chief Credit Officer, Single-Family Business
Optigo Further – The Future of Multifamily Finance
At this year’s Optigo conference more than 1,000 lenders, borrowers, dealers and investors joined together to network with peers, share their thoughts on the multifamily industry, and learn about Freddie Mac’s path forward.
EVP Head of Multifamily Business
Transcript: Freddie Mac CEO David Brickman Discusses Third Quarter 2019 Financial Results
More so than any time in the past 11 years, we at Freddie Mac believe our fate is in our own hands.
CEO
Our LIHTC Equity Investments Came Just in the Nick of Time
Analysis predicted tax reform would slash affordable housing investment. Our $500 million boost may be one reason that never happened.
VP Multifamily Affordable Housing Production*
Transcript: Freddie Mac CEO David Brickman Discusses Second Quarter 2019 Financial Results
We remain in excellent financial health and we are fully supporting our mission of providing liquidity, stability and affordability to the rental and home purchase markets.
CEO
Our Next Chapter
As CEO of Freddie Mac, my top priority is to capitalize on our transformation and bring us into the next chapter.
CEO