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Freddie Mac reports recurring developments tied to U.S. housing finance, mortgage liquidity and its role as the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation. Company news commonly covers the Primary Mortgage Market Survey® for conventional conforming mortgage rates, quarterly financial results, monthly volume summaries and activity across mortgage-related portfolios, securities issuance, delinquencies, debt activities and risk management.
Freddie Mac also reports capital markets activity connected to its Single-Family credit risk transfer programs. Updates include STACR® Structured Agency Credit Risk notes, ACIS® reinsurance transactions and tender offers for certain STACR securities, reflecting the company’s use of private capital markets to transfer residential mortgage credit risk.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) anticipates that mortgage rates will rise, with the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaging 3.2% in 2021 and 3.7% in 2022. The forecast predicts a decline in total mortgage originations to $3.5 trillion in 2021, influenced by high home prices and low housing supply. Key figures include a projected 6.6% growth in home prices for 2021, a drop in home sales from 7.1 million in 2021 to 6.7 million in 2022, and refinance originations expected to plummet to $770 billion in 2022. These factors may dampen demand in the housing market.
Freddie Mac has priced approximately $964 million in new Structured Pass-Through Certificates (K Certificates), which include floating rate bonds linked to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR). The K-F107 Certificates are backed by multifamily mortgages with 7-year terms and are expected to settle around April 22, 2021. The offering involves a senior principal and interest class, as well as an interest-only class entitled to static prepayment premiums. Goldman Sachs & Co. and Amherst Pierpont Securities are co-lead managers for this offering.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has announced the pricing of a new offering of Structured Pass-Through Certificates, specifically K-1520 Certificates. The total issuance is expected to be approximately $838 million, with settlement projected for April 15, 2021. The certificates are backed by multifamily mortgage-backed securities that aim to transfer risk from taxpayers to private investors. The detailed pricing includes various class categories, weighted average life, coupons, and yields, crucial for investor decision-making.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the pricing of its first Seasoned Credit Risk Transfer Trust (SCRT) offering for 2021, amounting to approximately $1.2 billion. This includes $1.1 billion in guaranteed senior certificates and $85 million in unguaranteed subordinate securities, backed by seasoned re-performing loans (RPLs). The securitization aims to bolster Freddie Mac's mortgage-related investments portfolio, minimizing credit risk. The transaction is set to settle on April 13, 2021.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey, revealing that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has dropped to an average of 3.13%, down from 3.18% the previous week. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 2.42%, and the 5-year ARM increased to 2.92%. The decline in rates is attributed to decreasing U.S. Treasury yields, which may boost demand for refinancing. Freddie Mac continues its mission to enhance housing affordability and accessibility for families and individuals.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has announced the pricing of its new offering of K Certificates, amounting to approximately $908 million, expected to settle on April 15, 2021. This offering includes floating-rate bonds indexed to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) and is backed by multifamily mortgages with 10-year terms. The K-F106 Certificates will not be rated and feature one senior principal and interest class.
This offering forms part of Freddie Mac's strategy to transfer risk from taxpayers to private investors while ensuring a stable cash flow.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has announced the pricing of its new Structured Pass-Through Certificates, known as K-F105 Certificates, totaling approximately $943 million. These certificates are backed by floating-rate multifamily mortgages with a 10-year term, indexed to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR). The expected settlement date is April 13, 2021. The K-F105 structure includes various classes and will not be rated. This move aligns with Freddie Mac's strategy to mitigate taxpayer risk.
On April 1, 2021, Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) reported that the average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage reached 3.18%, slightly up from the previous week's 3.17%. Though rates remain low, homebuyer demand has decreased significantly, now standing at just 8% above pre-COVID levels compared to 25% earlier in the year. This trend indicates a potential affordability squeeze attributed to rising mortgage rates and home prices. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage remained stable at 2.45%, while the 5-year adjustable-rate mortgage averaged 2.84%.
Freddie Mac's new analysis reveals how expanded unemployment benefits and federal stimulus payments impacted unemployed renters during COVID-19. The report indicates that by August 2021, many renters received nearly 95% of their income replaced through these benefits. Key findings show that in over half of the states, benefits nearly matched pre-pandemic income, with 30-40% of benefits allocated for median-priced rentals. However, areas with higher median incomes faced greater rent burdens. Despite local market contractions, the national apartment market has remained resilient.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has released a survey indicating improved confidence among renters and homeowners regarding their ability to pay housing costs amidst the pandemic. The survey reveals a decline in concern about payment ability from 71% in November 2020 to 63% for renters and 45% to 41% for homeowners by February 2021. Additionally, 72% of employed respondents are confident in maintaining their income. Freddie Mac has implemented various support initiatives, including forbearance programs and eviction suspensions affecting over 4.2 million units, showcasing their commitment to aiding families during this challenging economic period.