In this edition of The Weekly Digs: Home prices in the U.S. have surged to a 6-year high in September. Fannie/Freddie overseer is looking to end federal control before Trump leaves office — which could impact availability and cost of mortgages for millions of buyers. This and more below the fold
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Fannie, Freddie Overseer Looks to End Federal Control Before Trump Leaves
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