If the federal government is to go through with its proposed privatization plans for mortgage servicing giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, any changes must be thought through very carefully to ensure the availability of safe and affordable
Trump administration proposes to privatize Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac
June 25, 2018 by
President Donald Trump’s administration has proposed the privatization of mortgage financing giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac as part of sweeping chances to the way the government is organized, it was reported last week.
The J.C. Penny Announced Closures Has a Ripple Affect Across Commercial Retail Securities
March 13, 2017 by
In its Feb. 24 announcement, the retailer JC Penny said it plans to shutter 130 to 140 stores and 2 distribution facilities because of slowing traffic and muted sales, with most of the closures planned for second quarter 2017.
6 Real Estate Stocks You Should Be Watching
February 13, 2013 by
Looking at The Dividend Channel this morning, cherry picking stocks with noted insider buying activity is one way investors can boost dividend yields. We took a look at the most active and profitable of real estate (REIT) stocks to preview some investment potential deserving of note. A big question for many trusts will be whether or not each can stay competitive with the FED at buying up mortgage instruments.
How Interest Rates are Determined for Mortgage Loans
January 4, 2011 by
Understanding interest rates, loan types, and the housing market in general can be a bit too much for the average person. Most people just want the American Dream and to know how much and when to pay. But this is one reason the country is in such a pickle where housing is concerned. RealtyBizNews presents another brief tutorial about the different types of loans, and who actually owns the paper on your house. Learn a bit more about who Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae are, for your own good.
