Viewpoints
Insights from the Freddie Mac Multifamily team.
Clear Direction, Bright Future – Optigo 2019
2019 started as a year of change and uncertainty – and we appreciate that these twists and turns were a challenge for all of you, too. But our agility served us well, and now that the fog has lifted, we have a clear strategy forward.
SVP Production & Sales
Strong and Steady - and Even Better
We've proved that our servicing standard is strong and steady - but adaptable to the changing multifamily lending environment. Find out how we're always raising the bar.
SVP Asset Management and Operations
Multifamily 2019 Midyear Outlook
In our research, we find that strong economic growth and the robust labor market continue to support the strength in the multifamily market. 2018 ended much stronger than anticipated with near record absorptions and stronger rent growth compared with the prior few years.
VP Research & Modeling
Let's Go Further
Since we launched Optigo℠ earlier this year, the name that once drew many questions has become a natural part of our daily business conversation. We use it every day as we talk about the advantages of our Optigo loans, the reach of our Optigo network and the special relationship between Freddie Mac and Optigo lenders. But we still get many questions about why we created the name and what it stands for.
VP Production & Sales
The Diminishing Supply of Affordable Units
Recent research shows that an increasing number of multifamily units are not affordable for low- and very low-income households.
VP Research & Modeling
Empowering Small Financial Institutions to Fund More Affordable Housing
We are continually finding new ways to provide liquidity for affordable housing and our Private Placement PC Swap is the latest example.
VP Targeted Affordable Sales & Investments
Assessing Rental Burden in Metropolitan Areas
Rental affordability is a significant challenge for metropolitan statistical areas across the United States. Our research shows that supply just hasn't kept pace with demand in many metros, and that's pushing affordable rents out of reach for millions of American families.
VP Research & Modeling
When Opportunity Knocks, We Open Doors
Housing affordability is an uphill battle – but the SBL team will not be deterred.
VP SBL Underwriting
Breaking Records, Going Further
We had another outstanding year and I encourage all our lenders, servicers, investors, borrowers and staff to enjoy a quick moment of pride from all that we accomplished together.
SVP Production & Sales
There Was Nothing Small About 2018
We had another record year in 2018 – thanks to our dedicated staff, our network of top Seller/Servicers and our continually expanding investor base.
VP Small Balance Loan Business
Scaling New Heights in Affordable Housing
It's another record high in Targeted Affordable Housing volume. Read about 2018 highlights and how we're making a difference in communities nationwide.
VP Targeted Affordable Sales & Investments
Multifamily 2019 Outlook
In our research, we find that performance in the multifamily market remained healthy during 2018, despite high levels of new supply entering the market. We expect this trend to continue into 2019, but with more modest growth in comparison to recent years.
VP Research & Modeling