Personal Finance Advice and Commentary

Tuesday, May 07, 2013 4:50 pm
By Judy Martel · Bankrate.com

The new head of Fannie and Freddie is mum on his plans.

Monday, April 01, 2013 4:17 pm
By Polyana da Costa · Bankrate.com

Will hassle-free loan modifications finally help some borrowers?

Tuesday, March 05, 2013 3:14 pm
By Judy Martel · Bankrate.com

The government takes further steps to exit the mortgage business.

Thursday, December 20, 2012 5:28 pm
By Polyana da Costa · Bankrate.com

Who’s the latest loser in one of the largest banking scams in history? Fannie, Freddie and you.

Friday, November 30, 2012 5:48 pm
By Polyana da Costa · Bankrate.com

Fannie Mae has announced new options for homeowners who want to hand over their keys to be released from their mortgages.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012 3:49 pm
By Judy Martel · Bankrate.com

Prosecutors allege that defective loans were intentionally sold to Fannie and Freddie.

Thursday, September 20, 2012 10:32 am
By Holden Lewis · Bankrate.com

Mortgage borrowers in five states would have to pay more for their loans starting next year.

Wednesday, September 05, 2012 6:00 am
By Polyana da Costa · Bankrate.com

Borrowers who want to beat higher mortgage fees should get moving.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012 5:06 pm
By Polyana da Costa · Bankrate.com

New rules are supposed to make short sales easier. Will they?

Wednesday, August 01, 2012 7:41 pm
By Judy Martel · Bankrate.com

The two mortgage companies won’t cave in to pressure from the Obama administration.

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