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Housing Professionals Resource Center

Working with trusted partners in the housing ecosystem to help consumers navigate the complexities of today's environment.

Supporting professionals in the housing ecosystem

During uncertain times and financial hardship, presenting options is vital for consumers to make proactive, informed decisions. We value the commitment of housing professionals in helping borrowers be successful, sustainable homeowners.

#HelpStartsHere

#HelpStartsHere offers resources, tools and actionable guidance to Servicers and housing professionals who are supporting borrowers as they look to evolve in a post-COVID environment.

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State of Affordability 2022

What are the key trends, challenges and opportunities in the housing market in 2022? Get up to speed on today’s market and learn how the industry can collaborate to prompt impactful change and better serve homebuyers.

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Understanding Today's Landscape for Real Estate Professionals

An exclusive Freddie Mac research survey to understand the perception of real estate professionals nationwide, with respect to the challenges and opportunities COVID-19 has created in today's housing landscape.

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Sustaining Homeownership in a Crisis: An Interactive Guide for Homeowners

An interactive guide for homeowners facing COVID-19 related financial hardships. Available in English and Spanish.

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Overcoming Today's Homeownership Challenges - Interactive Guide

Whether you’re planning for post-forbearance, looking to sell your home or want to know your options for homebuying in this COVID environment – get tools, resources and education tailored to your unique challenges and goals. Available in English/Spanish.

Homeowner Checklist: Guidance for COVID-19 Impacted Borrowers

During a crisis, there is an abundance of information shared and it can be challenging for homeowners to know where to start. Encourage meaningful conversations with your clients by sharing this checklist.

#HelpStartsHere: Navigating Homeownership Options Post-Forbearance

While COVID-19 forbearance plans proved effective for foreclosure prevention, millions of homeowners are now navigating post-forbearance homeownership. How can the housing industry help them understand their options?

Selling Your Home to Avoid Foreclosure

Exiting a forbearance plan can be an opportunity to explore a new homeownership path. If you find your situation is better resolved by selling your home through a short sale, professionals are available to help guide you.

First Steps for Homebuyers Checklist

Purchasing a home is one of the most important financial investments you’ll ever make. Today’s housing market continues to evolve, but all the tried-and-true homebuying rules still apply.

eBook: Hispanic Borrowers: A Driving Force in the Housing Market

How can mortgage and real estate professionals build a digital outreach strategy to guide Hispanic borrowers?

Loan Product Advisor Release Notes - November 2021

November’s Loan Product Advisor releases include changes you told us would help you work more efficiently, enhancements we included in LPA specification v5.1.00 and updates to improve LPA.

Loan Product Advisor - December 1, 2021 Feedback Message

Loan Product Advisor Refi Possible Feedback Messages, effective January 31, 2022, in support of December 1, 2021 Guide Bulletin.

Guide Section 4205.2: Home Possible® Mortgages with RHS Leveraged Seconds

Eligible Mortgages, maximum loan-to-value (LTV) and total LTV (TLTV) ratio limits, RHS requirements, additional documentation, special Seller warranties, delivery instructions, and Credit Fees in Price.

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