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Freddie Mac (OTCQB:FMCC) will report its third quarter 2022 financial results before U.S. markets open on November 8, 2022. The company will hold a conference call at 9 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results, which will also be available via webcast. A replay of the call will be accessible on the company’s website for 30 days. Freddie Mac aims to enhance housing accessibility by providing mortgage capital to lenders.

Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has appointed Ravi Shankar as senior vice president and head of Single-Family Portfolio and Servicing. Shankar, who has over 30 years of experience in finance and capital markets, previously worked at Freddie Mac from 2013-2019 and held senior roles at Boston Consulting Group and United Wholesale Mortgage. His responsibilities will include overseeing portfolio management, servicing, and technology operations, aligning with Freddie Mac's mission to promote affordable housing.

Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) reported a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaging 6.95% as of November 3, 2022, down from 7.08% last week. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.29%, and the 5-year ARM averaged 5.95%. A year ago, these rates were significantly lower, with the 30-year FRM at 3.09%. Freddie Mac's Chief Economist noted that ongoing high rates and uncertainty in the housing market are dampening demand. Starting November 17, 2022, Freddie Mac will enhance its PMMS by basing results on applications from lenders instead of surveys.

Freddie Mac has released a new white paper that introduces an innovative methodology for identifying economic opportunity areas for very low-, low-, and moderate-income renters. The research employs a hybrid of the Opportunity Atlas and a proprietary Location Score to assess locations based on rental performance and income mobility. The findings align with the Federal Housing Finance Agency's definitions but also reveal additional areas with potential opportunity, emphasizing a continuum view of housing opportunities.

On October 27, 2022, Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) reported the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.08%, the highest since April 2002, causing stagnation in the housing market. Chief Economist Sam Khater noted that ongoing inflation and rising costs are diminishing consumer confidence, leading potential homebuyers to delay purchases, thereby pushing demand and home prices lower. Additionally, the 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.36%, while the 5-year ARM averaged 5.96%. Freddie Mac is improving its data collection methods, with changes effective November 2022.

Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) published its Monthly Volume Summary for September 2022, detailing its mortgage-related portfolios, securities issuance, risk management, delinquencies, and debt activities. Since its establishment by Congress in 1970, Freddie Mac has played a crucial role in making housing accessible and affordable for millions of families. The report highlights the company's ongoing efforts to build a better housing finance system for homebuyers, renters, lenders, and taxpayers.

Freddie Mac (FMCC) announced the pricing of its second Seasoned Loans Structured Transaction Trust (SLST) offering for 2022, totaling approximately $230 million, which includes $201 million in guaranteed senior certificates and $29 million in non-guaranteed subordinate certificates. This securitization aims to manage credit and market risk by reducing less-liquid assets in its portfolio. The transaction is set to settle on October 31, 2022, backed by 1,326 seasoned loans, none of which are over 150 days delinquent.

Freddie Mac Multifamily awarded BH Management Services as its 2022 Impact Sponsor of the Year for outstanding contributions to affordable housing and tenant advocacy. This recognition highlights BH's commitment to sustainability, diversity, and community development. Managing approximately 100,000 units and owning 50,000, BH utilizes Freddie Mac’s initiatives for reporting on-time rent payments, enhancing residents' financial stability. The award emphasizes a dual mission of profitability and social impact, setting a commendable industry standard.

Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has enhanced its Condo Project Advisor tool to streamline the loan origination process for condominium projects. The updated functionality allows lenders to request an automated Project Assessment Request (PAR) to determine project eligibility quickly. This enhancement aims to improve efficiency in financing condominiums, which are essential for affordable housing. By providing actionable insights on project compliance, lenders can focus their reviews and potentially lower risks associated with condominium unit mortgages. This feature is available to authorized lenders starting October 24, 2022.