Freddie Mac releases temporary guidance to US mortgage lenders in effort to minimize impact of government shutdown on mortgage market; measures include mortgage relief policies for public, private sector employees affected by shutdown
Allison Oesterle
MCLEAN, Virginia
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October 7, 2013
(press release)
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In an October 7 Single-Family Seller/Servicer Guide Bulletin [PDF], Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) issued temporary guidance to the nation's lenders to minimize disruptions to the mortgage market during the temporary federal shutdown.
News Quote:
Attribute to Dave Lowman, Executive Vice President, Single-Family Business at Freddie Mac:
"We're issuing this guidance to help ensure the continued smooth operation of the mortgage market during the temporary shutdown of the federal government. Today's bulletin is intended to give lenders the certainty to continue approving and delivering new mortgages that meet Freddie Mac guidelines to eligible borrowers, such as federal employees and contractors, during the temporary shutdown. We are also reminding servicers of our forbearance options to assist qualified homeowners with Freddie Mac mortgages to minimize the shutdown's impact on our nation's families and communities."
News Facts:
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