Pimco, a global investment management firm, warned that a public offering for Freddie Mac, along with Fannie Mae, could drive up mortgage rates for Americans. Libby Cantrill, Pimco’s head of public policy, stated that at the upper end, this could equate to roughly $600 a year in extra interest payments for the average borrower. This concern highlights potential negative impacts on housing affordability if government backing is altered.
Pimco's warning emphasizes the importance of maintaining stability in the mortgage market, cautioning against changes that could burden families already facing affordability challenges. This perspective adds to the ongoing debate surrounding the privatization of the government-sponsored enterprises.
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