Jeff Markowitz

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Freddie Mac Multifamily named Ian Ouwerkerk senior vice president of Underwriting & Credit today. Ouwerkerk has been with Freddie Mac Multifamily since 2008 and is a strong leader with a proven track record of implementing strategic solutions and driving business results.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Mark your calendars, we're hosting a #TwitterChat August 30!
Join Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist, @TheSamKhater, and Deputy Chief Economist, @lenkiefer, as they discuss current dynamics and influences of the housing market. Search the hashtag #FMHousingChat at 12PM EST to follow.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Between March 2020 and February 2022, the top ten metro areas gaining out-of-metro homebuyers consisted of more affordable interior markets and southern beach destinations. Learn more in our most recent research on homebuyer migration:

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

We stand by our mission of making home possible by delivering liquidity, stability and affordability to the housing market. Learn more.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Despite #homedemand slowing down, Freddie Mac projects home purchases to increase through 2023. Here are some things #homebuyers can do to navigate a hot marketDespite #homedemand slowing down, Freddie Mac projects home purchases to increase through 2023. Here are some things #homebuyers can do to navigate a hot marketDespite #homedemand slowing down, Freddie Mac projects home purchases to increase through 2023. Here are some things #homebuyers can do to navigate a hot marketDespite #homedemand slowing down, Freddie Mac projects home purchases to increase through 2023. Here are some things #homebuyers can do to navigate a hot market.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Freddie Mac's 2022-2024 Duty to Serve plan focuses on developing innovative solutions for rural, manufactured and affordable housing across the nation.

[Jeff Markowitz @Jsmarko]

@JaquilleOneal04 It’s true (the hole-in-one part, not the need for enhanced respect part).

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Simple #greenimprovements like switching faucets to low-flow models can reduce water consumption and save homeowners money. Read more ways to save #energy and #water in your home.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

As of fall 2021, migration from the top 25 largest cities was three-times more than the pre-pandemic rate. As more people migrated to areas with a lower #costofliving, this eventually led to these areas' home prices increasing. Click to read more.

[Jeff Markowitz @Jsmarko]

Look, no one has greater respect for the vernal equinox than I do, but March 20th sure as heck ain’t the first day of spring in the D.C. area. My sweaters and coat tell a different story.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

As #sealevels are rising, low-lying coastal homes face the risk of flooding. Read Freddie Mac's recent study on the challenges of #housingmarkets in coastal Florida.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Freddie Mac Chief Economist @TheSamKhater addresses the combination of rising #mortgagerates and #homeprices and what that means for homebuyers.

[📈 Len Kiefer 📊 @lenkiefer]

Mortgage rates surge
https://t.co/OBcf2o4qFl

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

The avg. 30yr FRM rises to 4.16%
https://t.co/i078Skzt43 Chief Economist @TheSamKhater: "The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage exceeded four percent for the first time since May of 2019, and should continue to rise over the course of the year."

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Increasing #mortgagerates and the growing supply of available homes may lessen #homeprice growth in 2022. Read more:

[Jeff Markowitz @Jsmarko]

Big game in Music History March Madness today: Number 1, British Invasion, plays number 64, Danny got Reuben to Sell our Songs.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

Learn what programs are in place to help properties incorporate #resiliency measures.

[Jeff Markowitz @Jsmarko]

@PGATOUR That was awesome.

[Freddie Mac @FreddieMac]

In 2019, starter home construction sat at a historic low, making it difficult for house hunters to find viable options. Hopeful future homeowners can look at starter home construction in their state over the past few decades here:

[Jeff Markowitz @Jsmarko]

@myfriendmary Live to 75?