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Mars vs. Venus and Your Home
It's a fact that men's and women's brains are wired in different ways. Just how much do these differences stack up when looking for a home? Let's find out.
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Your Resolution, Your Home
If one of your New Year's resolutions is homeownership, check out our tips to help you reach your goal.
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Let's Talk About 3% Down
If you think buying a home is out of reach because you don't have enough for a 20% down payment, get the facts about 3% down options.
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The 4 Cs of Qualifying for a Mortgage
Thinking about buying a home but not sure whether you qualify for a mortgage? Here's what lenders look for in a borrower.
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Can You Skip the Property Appraisal?
You might be able to skip the traditional property appraisal. Talk to your loan officer to see if you qualify.
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Going Green? Ask Questions First!
If you're looking to finance your energy–efficient home improvements, make sure you ask yourself these three questions first.
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The Math Behind Putting Less Than 20% Down
Did you know that you could buy a home with a down payment of less than 20%? Lots of people do. Want to join them? Find out how all of the numbers add up.
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What's that Sizzle? It's the 2017 Homebuying Season.
The 2017 Spring homebuying season is already off to a hot start and activity is expected to grow throughout the year. Why so fast out of the gate? Let's find out.
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The Best of 2016
See what interesting things you might have missed from this year's top 10 blog list.
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Home for the Holidays
When we make our mission personal, we change people's lives. Follow along as our Community Crew volunteers give back and help Andrea Morgan in her journey to peace, joy and home.
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Who Do I Call...About a Letter I Received from Freddie Mac?
Did you receive a letter from Freddie Mac with the subject, "Borrower Notification: Freddie Mac Has Purchased Your Loan" but don't know what it means or what to do about it?
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Addressing Appraisal Errors
The appraisal value is critical to sellers — who want the highest price — and buyers who want the price they offered and know their mortgage lender will finance. Regardless of which side of the transaction you're on, it's essential to know how to look out for your best interests.
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Try, Try Again: Responding to a Counteroffer
You've found the right team. You've found the right home. You're all set to name a price and start moving in furniture, right? Wrong! Making the initial offer is often just the first of several steps before signing the contract.
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Down Payments and PMI: Get the Facts
Does word on the street have you believing you need to put 20% down to buy a home? The fact is that you don't and we encourage you to do your homework and work with a housing professional to find the best option for you.
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Borrower Help Centers Guide the Path to Homeownership
The journey toward owning a home can seem long and winding, especially if you're a first-time homebuyer. A housing counselor can help you map a clear path and guide your way forward. Freddie Mac's Borrower Help Centers and Borrower Help Network offer the trustworthy, one-to-one help you may want.
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Why Was My Mortgage Sold?
Did you receive a letter stating that Freddie Mac purchased your loan? If so, do not be alarmed and check out our most frequently asked questions.
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HomeSteps: More Questions Answered
More questions answered about HomeSteps just in time for spring homebuying.
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How it Works: Mortgage Servicing
Today in our How It Works series we're focused on mortgage servicing.
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How It Works: PMI
If you're in the market to buy a home, you've likely heard the acronym "PMI." What is it and how does it work?
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How it Works: Underwriting a Mortgage
Freddie Mac's How It Works series looks at the different steps involved in underwriting a mortgage.
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How It Works: The Secondary Mortgage Market
Follow along with our new blog series, where we discuss how things work in the mortgage market, from underwriting your loan to credit risk transfer. To kick off the series, we introduce you to the inner workings of the secondary mortgage market.
