Housing markets

The industry has taken some steps to lower barriers to affordable housing, but some observers say that more can be done.

The Treasury’s takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac left legacy shareholders holding the bag.

Complaints made by legacy shareholders of Freddie Mac have no value after the Treasury Department pumped up Freddie and Fannie Mae through conservatorship.

How the Trump administration can recapitalize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac while remedying jilted private investors.

A handful of institutions in the last year have rolled out loan programs targeting members of the military and first responders, but there could be risks associated with these mortgages if the economy takes a nosedive.

The president signed an executive order Tuesday establishing a White House council dedicated to examining regulatory barriers to affordable housing.

The agency’s new guidance would limit some nonprofits’ ability to help borrowers pay their down payments, leading to higher home costs.

While regulation and nonbank competition are spooking some banks and credit unions, others believe low funding costs and the right relationships can help them succeed.

While regulation and nonbank competition are spooking some banks, others believe low funding costs and the right relationships can help them succeed.

America's banks could largely weather a major housing downturn, a new Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco analysis finds, and that includes thousands of smaller lenders that typically have higher exposure to real estate.