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FHFA to Loosen Rules on Mortgages, Offer Lower Down Payment Options

FHFA to Loosen Rules on Mortgages, Offer Lower Down Payment Options

Lark Turner | October 21st 2014

The government hopes to give more first-time buyers and low-to-middle income earners a better chance at a house.... read»

FHFA Won't Reduce Home Loan Limits, At Least Not Yet

FHFA Won't Reduce Home Loan Limits, At Least Not Yet

Lark Turner | May 13th 2014

The agency's new director announced Tuesday that a plan to reduce limits was scrapped after receiving negative feedback.... read»

Fannie, Freddie Will Not Change Loan Limits in 2014

Fannie, Freddie Will Not Change Loan Limits in 2014

UrbanTurf Staff | December 2nd 2013

The Federal Housing Financing Agency announced shortly before Thanksgiving that it would not be lowering conforming home loan limits in 2014.... read»

FHFA Aims to Make Short Sale Process Easier

FHFA Aims to Make Short Sale Process Easier

Shilpi Paul | August 22nd 2012

On Tuesday, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced a streamlined short sale process, one that will make it easier for "lenders and servicers to ... read»

Pipeline: New Condos & Apartments Coming to the DC Area

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