Trump says Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac IPO still on the table
Trump said an IPO for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is still being considered, even as FHFA Director Bill Pulte becomes acting DNI June 30.
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NALHFA: HUD cuts would worsen housing affordability challenges
Jonathan Paine, executive director of NALHFA, says proposed cuts will only exacerbate existing hurdles for many Americans.
Elizabeth Warren presses Bilt on payment disruptions during bank shift
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren is demanding answers from Bilt Rewards over reports that customers experienced payment disruptions and account issues during the company’s transition between banking partners.
New federal funding a mixed bag for housing programs
Just under $35 billion is provided for HUD’s tenant-based rental assistance account — commonly known as the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
Real estate agents hope Kevin Warsh can calm roller coaster housing market
For agents, the questions are straightforward. Will borrowing costs finally ease? Will potential buyers regain needed homeownership footing?
HUD says Realtors can discuss crime and school data, reversing Biden-era stance
HUD has also accused the National Association of Realtors of imposing a “professional gag order” on its members.
Kentucky housing reform bill collapses in final hours
Kentucky’s failure shows how difficult housing politics remain even as other states manage to pass modest reforms.
Georgia LIHTC credit match stays in place for now
Georgia left a key construction incentive for affordable housing untouched while offering no new relief from rising property tax valuations on LIHTC-reliant projects.
The rumors aren’t true. Housing market crash unlikely despite war, high rates
HousingWire lead economic analyst Logan Mohtashami has cited a key ingredient needed for a crash that’s currently missing.
Labor department rule would ease path for riskier 401(k) investments
The first Trump administration issued guidance in 2020, effectively giving a green light to the use of private equity in retirement accounts.