Posts with tag Lewis Ranieri

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Don't Work

At yesterday's Conference on the Future of Housing Finance in Washington, each panelist was asked what they would change and what would they preserve regarding the government's ongoing role in the housing sector? Their prepared responses offered the expected spectrum, from lip service to real substance. But all agreed... Continue Reading »

Why the Feds Want to Stay in the Mortgage Game

The future is here, and not a moment too soon. Tomorrow, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner and HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan, pictured left, will host a conference on the future of housing finance. Before you click away or fall asleep -- pay attention. What's at stake is nothing less than whether or not you -- or the buyer... Continue Reading »

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