Tag Archives: Freddie+Mac

A Case For Keeping Fannie And Freddie

The President came out two days ago in support of the conservative agenda to do away with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.  But there is something that I just don’t understand about the push by the President and Congressional conservatives, … Continue reading

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How To Get A Loan Mod Approved Part 4: Foreclosure and Mod Offers

Part 4: Foreclosure and mod offers. Your loan mod appears like you’re making some progress and you are actually starting to get a hopeful.  At the same time, you’ve got that gnawing feeling that the bank may not get you … Continue reading

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Is The Economy Getting Better? Ask And Listen

I talk to a lot of people.  It’s just the nature of being in real estate; people want to hear what is happening in the housing market and as a Realtor, I find new clients by sharing my information and … Continue reading

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Freddie, Fannie, Let My People Go!

My friend Paul and I are sitting on a park bench when Paul tells me his story… “I’m upside down on my mortgage”, he says, meaning his house is worth less than what he owes on his mortgage.  “My current … Continue reading

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Another Projection

The Mortgage Bankers Association came out with their projections for 2011 and 2012 yesterday and their numbers were very interesting.  Years 2008-2010 were clearly difficult for the mortgage industry.  The financial meltdown left only one real buyer in the secondary … Continue reading

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Under Water Means Under Utilized

You have probably heard by now that the consumer has not been participating the way Wall Street or the government would like in the nation’s economic recovery.  Most average Americans remain belt tightened, worried about their jobs, fighting ever increasing … Continue reading

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