Our Single-Family Green MBS program finances the purchase of mortgages that align with the International Capital Market Association’s (ICMA) Green Project categories that contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation. Discover how we're addressing their core principles.

To reiterate our commitment to sustainable rental housing, we offer Impact Bonds, comprising of Green, Social and Sustainability Bonds, that target a specific impact area relating to certain environmental or social challenges. Discover how we're delivering on each.

The avg. 30yr FRM rises to 7.17% freddiemac.com/pmms

Chief Economist Sam: 'With rates staying higher for longer, many homebuyers are adjusting, as evidenced by this week’s report that sales of newly built homes saw the biggest increase since December 2022.'

The avg. 30yr FRM rises to 7.10% freddiemac.com/pmms

Chief Economist Sam: “As rates trend higher, potential homebuyers are deciding whether to buy before rates rise even more or hold off in hopes of decreases later in the year.'

Part of our mission at Freddie Mac is to mitigate uncertainty by providing stability and sustainability to the housing finance system so it continues to work for current and future generations. Discover how we're delivering on this enterprise-wide strategy.

The average American spends over a third of their lifetime working, which is why where you choose to work is an important decision. Find out why Dionne Wallace Oakley believes that our mission of making home possible is what sets Freddie Mac apart from other companies.

The avg. 30yr FRM rises to 6.88% freddiemac.com/pmms Chief Economist Sam: “Mortgage rates have been drifting higher for most of the year due to sustained inflation and the reevaluation of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy path.'

In the past year, we've made meaningful progress on our mission, but there’s still work to be done. After his first year at Freddie Mac, Sonu Mittal, SVP and Head of Single-Family Acquisitions, is excited to continue reimagining our products and delivering on our goals in 2024.

We are honored to have been recognized by EnvironmentalFinance for our commitment to helping overcome environmental or social challenges in affordable housing. Learn how our award-winning Impact Bonds are supporting our broader mission.

While there are hundreds of down payment assistance (DPA) programs in the market, there hasn’t been a consistent way to match the right program and resources to individual borrowers' specific needs. That's why Freddie Mac created DPA One® – see how it's breaking down barriers.

The avg. 30yr FRM rises to 6.82% freddiemac.com/pmms Chief Economist Sam: 'We do not expect mortgage rates to decrease meaningfully in the near-term. On the plus side, inventory is improving somewhat, which should help temper home price growth.”

Dive deeper into our latest monthly outlook and spotlight for more #HousingMarket insights and expectations.

The avg. 30yr FRM falls to 6.79% freddiemac.com/pmms Chief Economist Sam: “Mortgage rates moved slightly lower this week, providing a bit more room in the budgets of some prospective homebuyers.'

Check out our March 2024 Outlook. This month's spotlight looks at homeowners' insurance.

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The cost of homeowners' insurance has risen over the years, and there's a large difference in rates across the U.S.. So why does California have relatively lower rates compared to similarly disaster-prone states like Louisiana and Oklahoma? Find out in our latest monthly outlook.

The avg. 30yr FRM rises to 6.87% freddiemac.com/pmms Chief Economist Sam: “After decreasing for a couple of weeks, mortgage rates are once again on the upswing.”

Reflecting on his first year at Freddie Mac, Sonu Mittal couldn't have imagined the scale of our impact. From the initiatives that drove success in 2023 to what's in store for 2024, he's still just as excited by the work ahead to continue #MakingHomePossible .

We're committed to finding innovative ways to ensure quality, affordable housing for renters and homebuyers within the country. See how we're Making Home Possible across the map.

The avg. 30yr FRM falls to 6.74% freddiemac.com/pmms Chief Economist Sam: “The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage decreased again this week, with declines totaling almost a quarter of a percent in two weeks’ time.'