FHFA News Releases

FHFA House Price Index Report - Q4 2025

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) reported that U.S. house prices increased by 1.8 percent year-over-year and 0.8 percent quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025. The report details price changes across states, metropolitan areas, and census divisions, noting positive annual appreciation for most regions.

FHFA House Price Index: November Data

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) reported that U.S. house prices increased by 0.6% in November and 1.9% annually. This notice provides the latest data from the FHFA House Price Index (HPI) and details on its methodology and future release schedule.

FHFA House Price Index Report - October Data

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) reported that U.S. house prices increased by 0.4% in October, with an annual rise of 1.7%. The September data was revised to a 0.1% decline. This notice provides the latest monthly and annual house price index data.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Housing Goals Rule

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a final rule establishing new affordable housing goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for 2026-2028. This rule aims to support middle-class homeownership by adjusting previous mandates.

Mortgage Applications Hit Three-Year High, Spreads Compressed

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced that mortgage applications have reached a three-year high, with spreads between mortgages and Treasuries compressing. This news release highlights positive trends in the U.S. housing market and mortgage rates.