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  • Fannie & Freddie Went up the Hill

    Fannie & Freddie Went up the Hill

    Industry Focus on the Future of the GSEs GSE stands for Government Sponsored Enterprises, including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Speculation continues regarding the long-term future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, including potential steps toward eventual public offerings. High-profile investors have shown renewed interest in the GSEs, signaling confidence in their financial strength and

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  • Appraising the Hill

    Appraising the Hill

    The landscape of U.S. housing finance continues to shift in late 2025, with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — the two major government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) central to mortgage lending — making headlines on several fronts. One of the biggest stories involves changes to mortgage eligibility standards. In November 2025, Fannie Mae announced that it would

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  • The Green Hill Name

    The Green Hill Name

    In John Bunyan’s timeless classic The Pilgrim’s Progress, one of the most memorable moments in Christian’s journey is when he finally reaches the green hill—the place where the burden on his back falls away. The hill is a symbol of clarity, truth, and relief. After miles of confusion and uncertainty, Christian finds solid ground and

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