Can Fannie/Freddie be the biggest IPO ever in a down real estate market?

The debate over taking Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public again turns on one issue: credible capitalization. An IPO would not “buy the loans”; it would raise equity to buffer the risk of the existing guaranty books and support new originations under today’s capital rules.Happy selling. Sell and sell well.Why read when you can listen! GRO news availble on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.CA DRE 01908507 NMLS 1286612, CEO and Broker of Record, Grobecker Holland International, Inc., CA DRE 01976696 NMLS 1295266GRO MONEY PODcast and the accompanying newsletter are provided for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing herein is an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security or to participate in any investment strategy. Reliance upon any information provided is at your sole discretion and risk. Views expressed are those of the authors as of the publication date and may change without notice. While sources are believed to be reliable, no representation or warranty is made as to accuracy, completeness, or timeliness, and no duty to update is assumed. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Receipt of this content does not create a client, advisory, fiduciary, or brokerage relationship. You should consult your own licensed financial, legal, and tax advisers regarding your specific circumstances. Grobecker Holland International, its affiliates (including GRO GROUP), and their principals may hold positions or have business relationships related to companies or assets discussed.Teresa Grobecker, MBA, CRPC. Investment Banker, Angel to Series C, Capital Formation, CRE and Gov Contracting, Defense, Policy and Real Assets Investor, Futurist and Fixer at the Intersection of Finance