Homeownership Looking for all Freddie Mac blog posts about homeownership? You'll find them here. Mortgage Servicers: Who Are They and How They Can Help Mortgage servicers are an essential part of homeownership. They help make sure that monthly payments are collected on time and are a key point of contact if any hardships arise. What You Should Know About Titling a Manufactured Home Learn more about your options for titling a manufactured home. Why Was My Mortgage Sold? If you received a letter stating that Freddie Mac purchased your mortgage, you should not be alarmed and do not need to take action. Common Scams After a Disaster and How to Avoid Them You can help avoid becoming a victim of a disaster-related scam by being aware of some common schemes. Tax Deductions for Homeowners Tax breaks are one of the many benefits of homeownership. How the Secondary Mortgage Market Works The secondary mortgage market connects lenders, homebuyers and investors from around the world in a system that makes home possible for millions of families and renters. Getting Back on Track After Foreclosure Tips and resources to regain your footing after a foreclosure. How to Prepare Your Home for a Hurricane If you live in an area prone to hurricanes, learn how you can safeguard your home to help weather the storm and ease your recovery. How to Prepare Your Home for a Tornado To help minimize damage to your home from a tornado, you can take steps to secure your home before these violent storms arise. Protecting Your Investment with Home Insurance A home insurance policy can provide vital protection to your home and your family. Learn the basics of home insurance. Emergency Preparedness: The Key Documents You Need To help you prepare for an emergency or natural disaster, you can take four simple steps to prepare the key documents you'll need for recovery. Making an Insurance Claim Following a Natural Disaster Learn more about what to expect as you work with your insurance provider to assess damage, make repairs and receive payment for your claim.