how investors make money by buying loans from fannie mae and freddie mac
Investors buy loans from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac by purchasing mortgage-backed securities (MBS) that these companies bundle and sell to investors. This process allows investors to take advantage of the stability and lower risk associated with the mortgage market. Here's how it works:
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Mortgage Purchase: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac buy existing home loans from mortgage lenders.
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Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS): They bundle these loans into MBS, which are then sold to investors.
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Investor Benefits: Investors buy these securities, which are essentially loans that are backed by the MBS. This means that if a homeowner defaults on the mortgage, the investor is guaranteed to receive their payment.