In this episode, we take a virtual walk down Main Street and look at why they're so important to communities, why they may be at risk and what can be done about it.
Steve and Corey look back at 2020 and note a few of their favorite things including books, music, TV and movies, as well as podcasts. More
In this report, we seek to better understand the results of the savings analysis and the impacts of the green improvements made through the Green Advantage program. More
This report demonstrates the impact of our Forbearance Relief Plan on our securitizations using master servicer data for the month of November. More
From inception to today, the Duty to Serve program can be summed up in two words: impact and opportunity. More
Deliberate efforts to construct mixed-income properties for the purpose of deconcentrating poverty is still a relatively new concept. More
Farmworkers are a small portion of the housing market. Their complex housing needs highlight both seasonal and regional affordability issues for rental housing. More
Rural areas of our nation's Persistent Poverty Counties are home to 7.9 million people. Developing unsubsidized rental housing in these areas is especially challenging. More
Renter affordability remains a curious topic in the face of the pandemic. More
This report demonstrates the impact of our Forbearance Relief Plan on our securitizations using master servicer data for the month of October. More
Understanding consumer sentiment, in the midst of a pandemic, is a challenge. More
While the industry has gotten better at reporting real time rent collection information, there are still gaps which may not tell the whole story. More
Permanent supportive housing combines affordable housing assistance with voluntary support services to address the needs of chronically homeless people. More
This report demonstrates the impact of our Forbearance Relief Plan on our securitizations using master servicer data for the month of September. More
Learn more about how mixed-income and mixed-use housing helps to create vibrant communities. 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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