Freddie Mac and Fannie Face Huge Losses in Foreclosure Moratorium

Tuesday, October 12, 2010
By Carlo Gabriel Simbajon

Government-sponsored mortgage enterprises Freddie Mac (OTC:FMCC) and Fannie Mae (OTC:FNMA) could face billions of dollars in losses if the current foreclosure moratorium turns into a prolonged delay.

Industry sources told the Washington Post that an extended suspension of foreclosures “could cause financial harm to Fannie and Freddieâ€