Fannie Freddie Public
Seventeen years post-crash, the GSEs may finally return to private hands—and it could reshape the mortgage landscape. Removing the government backstop might spook MBS investors, push up rates, and tighten access for lower-income and first-time buyers. Housing advocates are concerned. Strategists are on alert. Whether this becomes a gradual unwind or a flashpoint moment, it’s time to talk risk, readiness, and rate strategy—especially if your clients are on the edge of qualifying.