FHFA Proposes Rule for 2021 Housing Goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

Summary

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is seeking public comments on proposed benchmark levels for the 2021 housing goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises), which aim to increase affordable housing for low-income and very low-income families.

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