The government-sponsored enterprises: past and future

Ronel Elul

Business Review, 2015, issue Q1, 11-20

Abstract: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's role in the housing bubble and financial crisis remains controversial. Did they precipitate or at least worsen the crisis? How do their benefits compare against their losses? Ronel Elul traces their evolution and actions and outlines reform proposals.

Keywords: Fannie Mae; Housing bubble; Freddie Mac (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2015
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