Hey Justin: Freddie Mac's SBL program doesn't allow subordinate debt (IE - seller carry financing is not allowed behind Freddie SBL 1st lien financing).

Today, we’re talkin’ Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the mortgage giants still under government conservatorship 17 years later.

@Joseph Fenner our site is responsive so any tool or part of the site you are using on your computer should look and work just as well on your mobile device.

The term “Mission Driven” is internal Freddie Mac & Fannie Mae terminology that defines whether or not a unit is rented at a “naturally affordable” level.

., 10-year interest-only options), and non-recourse structures.Competitive Rates: Recent transactions show rates ranging from 2.69% to 4.65% depending on LTV (55%–80%) and property type.Lender Specialization: Some lenders excel in specific areas:Greystone and Walker & Dunlop lead in Fannie/Freddie volume and large-scale refinancing.Arbor Realty Trust is praised for smaller-balance loans and flexibility.CREFCOA offers streamlined refinancing with 45–60 day closings and cash-out up to 80% LTV.HUD 223(f) loans provide 35-year fixed terms, ideal for stabilized properties.Questions for the Community:Have you worked with lenders like Greystone, Arbor, or Freddie Mac?

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Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary has brought renewed attention to a long-debated policy move: the potential privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Fortunately, if your mortgage is backed by Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae, transferring an investment property into an LLC will not trigger acceleration.

Hey @Alex Deal, I’d recommend QuickBooks—specifically QuickBooks Online—so you’re not limited by Mac or PC and can access it from anywhere (not just your local system).

Hey @Ingrid Hussey, we’d also recommend QuickBooks—specifically QuickBooks Online—so you’re not limited by Mac or PC and can access it from anywhere (not just your local system).