Some experts are intrigued by the idea floated by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, saying it could help put the mortgage giants on sound footing without boosting mortgage rates.
Source: Inman News
US could sweep Fannie, Freddie stakes into sovereign wealth fund
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