Fussing and Fuming over Fannie and Freddie: How Much Smoke, How Much Fire?
- 1 April 2005
- journal article
- Published by American Economic Association in Journal of Economic Perspectives
- Vol. 19 (2), 159-184
- https://doi.org/10.1257/0895330054048687
Abstract
The roles of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have become increasingly controversial in the modern world of residential mortgage finance. We describe the special features of these two companies and their roles in the mortgage markets. We then discuss the controversies that surround them and offer recommendations for improvements in public policy.Keywords
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