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Speaking at ResiDay 2025 on Friday, FHFA Director Bill Pulte broke news, stating that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will remain in conservatorship—easing industry fears that an exit could put upward pressure on mortgage rates. Instead, he said the government plans to sell up to 5% of their shares back to the public. Pulte added, “I anticipate that the president will make a decision either this quarter or early next year as it relates to the IPO.”

Pulte wasn’t done breaking news. Amid strained housing affordability, President Donald Trump and Pulte announced on X.com on Saturday that they’re working on a 50-year mortgage option to help lower some homebuyers’ initial monthly pay

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