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Urgent Call for Housing Stability Amid Potential Shortage

6/18/2025

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The National Housing Conference cautions against risky mortgages if Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac leave conservatorship without protections.
They propose using privatization proceeds to fund affordable housing and emphasize regulatory safeguards.
Bipartisan collaboration is crucial for ensuring stability and protecting taxpayer interests.
The U.S. may experience a shortage of 5.5 million housing units.
A public offering could generate $30 billion for a U.S. sovereign wealth fund.

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The National Housing Conference cautions against risky mortgages if Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac leave conservatorship without protections.
They propose using privatization proceeds to fund affordable housing and emphasize regulatory safeguards.
Bipartisan collaboration is crucial for ensuring stability and protecting taxpayer interests.
The U.S. may experience a shortage of 5.5 million housing units.
A public offering could generate $30 billion for a U.S. sovereign wealth fund.