Urban planning initiatives, such as the development of our national highway system, often have long-term effects on a community's economic growth and equitable development. More
This report demonstrates the impact of our Forbearance Relief Plan on our securitizations using master servicer data for the month of August. More
Our latest study shows that fewer than 10% of rental units are affordable to renter households earning 50% of median renter income (MRI). The study looks at a new way to measure affordability that factors in a boost in high-income renters. More
This report demonstrates the impact of our Forbearance Relief Plan on our securitizations using master servicer data for the month of July. More
The first half of 2020 is essentially the tale of two economies. The unprecedented nature of this crisis will impact the housing market, but to what extent is still unknown. More
Strong overall performance during the past decade is a key factor in the possible outcomes we may see the rest of this year as the effects of the pandemic unfold. More
Learn more about strategies for increasing affordable housing amid the COVID-19 economic crisis. More
Recent zoning changes in Minneapolis and Oregon are furthering the conversation about how to tackle housing affordability. More
This report details forbearance requests in June and how these relate to our securitizations. More
Addressing the affordability crisis will require innovations that extend beyond just building more inventory. More
Everyone benefits when families have affordable, stable housing. More
View our May forbearance report for data on our securitized loans. More
Our green initiatives support workforce housing, contribute to building sustainable communities and encourage positive social and environmental practices. More
Solving the housing shortage involves understanding complex, local housing policies and how they affect supply. More
We recently implemented a forbearance relief plan. This report details forbearance requests and how these relate to our securitizations. More
July 31, 2020
Strong overall performance during the past decade is a key factor in the possible outcomes we may see the rest of this year as the effects of the pandemic unfold.
December 16, 2020
Increases over the year and quarter are largely a result of lower mortgage rates.
Listen in as our hosts discuss multifamily market fundamentals, impact investing and affordability trends with industry experts.
Learn more about our research and initiatives to identify and increase rental and homeownership opportunities in historically underserved markets.
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Meg McElgunn
Senior Director, Freddie Mac SBL Production
Corey Aber
Senior Director of Mission, Policy and Strategy
Research and analysis on housing trends, the economy and the mortgage market with our chief economist, Sam Khater.
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