Freddie Mac (FMCC) revises CFO Whitlinger’s fixed and at-risk deferred pay

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac) reported a change in compensation for its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, James Whitlinger. The U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency, acting as Conservator, approved updates under Freddie Mac’s Executive Management Compensation Program.

Whitlinger’s base salary remains at $600,000, while his fixed deferred salary is set at $1,535,000 and his at-risk deferred salary at $915,000, effective January 1, 2026. These amounts reflect how much of his pay is deferred and how much depends on performance or other conditions.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 5, 2026

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Freddie Mac

Federally chartered corporation

001-34139

52-0904874

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

8200 Jones Branch Drive

McLean

Virginia

22102-3110

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (703) 903-2000

Not applicable 

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Executive Officer Compensation Changes

On February 5, 2026, the U.S. Federal Housing FHFA (the Federal Housing Finance Agency), as Conservator, approved changes to the compensation of James Whitlinger, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, under the Executive Management Compensation Program. His base salary remains unchanged at $600,000. His fixed deferred salary is $1,535,000 and his at-risk deferred salary is $915,000 effective January 1, 2026.

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Freddie Mac Form 8-K

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION
By:			/s/			Matthew D. Abrusci
						Matthew D. Abrusci
						EVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Date: February 6, 2026

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Freddie Mac Form 8-K

FAQ

What executive compensation change did Freddie Mac (FMCC) disclose for its CFO?

Freddie Mac disclosed that CFO James Whitlinger’s compensation now includes a $600,000 base salary, $1,535,000 in fixed deferred salary, and $915,000 in at-risk deferred salary. These adjustments are effective January 1, 2026 under the Executive Management Compensation Program.

Who approved the new compensation for Freddie Mac (FMCC) CFO James Whitlinger?

The U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), acting as Conservator, approved the new compensation for Freddie Mac’s CFO. This oversight reflects the agency’s conservatorship role and its authority over executive pay at the company, including deferred and at-risk components.

What is the base salary for Freddie Mac (FMCC) CFO after the change?

James Whitlinger’s base salary remains $600,000 after the compensation changes. The update focuses on deferred and at-risk components, leaving his regular cash salary unchanged while adjusting longer-term and performance-linked elements effective January 1, 2026.

What are the fixed and at-risk deferred salary amounts for the Freddie Mac (FMCC) CFO?

The fixed deferred salary for Freddie Mac CFO James Whitlinger is $1,535,000, and the at-risk deferred salary is $915,000. Both figures, approved by FHFA as Conservator, are effective January 1, 2026 under the Executive Management Compensation Program.

When do the new compensation terms for Freddie Mac (FMCC) CFO take effect?

The new compensation terms for Freddie Mac CFO James Whitlinger take effect on January 1, 2026. From that date, his pay structure includes the unchanged $600,000 base salary plus the revised fixed and at-risk deferred salary components approved by FHFA.