GSE Multifamily Policy
The Enterprises play a critical role in providing a reliable source of capital for the multifamily mortgage market and support the increase in supply of affordable rental housing.
The GSEs serve as an important source of capital for financing multifamily housing. In the current context of multifamily housing finance and GSE reform, MBA will continue to advocate for legislative or administrative reform that supports liquidity in all market cycles while recognizing the important role of competition in financing multifamily housing. MBA will engage with policymakers to encourage GSE-related policies to support an appropriate role in affordable housing and underserved markets.
Over a decade has passed since the Enterprises were placed into government conservatorship. Despite the intent that conservatorship would serve as only a temporary bridge to stabilize the Enterprises, the conservatorship persists, and the Enterprises’ long-term status remains unresolved. GSE reform bills have been introduced in Congress; MBA and other organizations have released white papers and other documents suggesting visions for the future of the GSEs and housing finance.
RELATED: Read MBA’s Whitepaper on GSE Reform: Creating a Sustainable, More Vibrant Secondary Mortgage Market
Recent MBA Activity Related to GSE Multifamily Policy
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MBA Joint Support Letter for Housing for the 21st Century Act
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MBA Support Letter to HFSC on 21st Century Act
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MBA Responds to CFPB on 1071 Reporting
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Joint MBA Response Letter to CFPB on 1071 Reporting
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MBA, NAR Joint Letter on HUD Counseling Resources
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MBA Joint Letter to SEC to Amend Rule 17g-5 under the Exchange Act
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MBA Letter to FHFA on 2026-2030 Strategic Plan
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MBA Letter to FHFA on 2026-2028 Proposed Housing Goals
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MBA Letter to HFSC on Government Shutdown
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MBA Joint Letter to Congressional Leadership on NFIP Extension
Related MBA Events
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MBA Inspection Form Workshop: September 2026
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Decoding Blanket Property Insurance for Commercial and Multifamily Properties
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Introduction to Commercial/Multifamily Real Estate: September 2026: On Demand
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Commercial Certified Mortgage Servicer (CCMS) Exam Prep Course: Fall 2026
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mPowering You: MBA's Summit For Women in Real Estate Finance
