Joseph Waske
@jwaske3
Rivers flow to our soul. MI soul. 140-character ramblings and opinions.
In addition to Rule of Law Guys comments about the CBO error, note John Carney’s as well. No one asked him his opinion. And the CBO report concluded that there were multiple exit strategies. Carney said they recommended Receivership. They did not. Since mortgage spread stability…
#1 reason to releae $FNMA $FMCC is to "manage" mtg rates again. Fed managed rates post-conservatorship until 2022. Mtg mkt can be wild like others—needs a buyer to stabilize rates. FNMA/FMCC need to be released to go back to doing this.
JUST IN: Trump says US has reached a trade deal with EU. EU agrees to buy $750 billion worth of US energy, and invest $600 billion more than previously.
Congratulations to Chris Chelios on being named to the @MSHOF Class of 2025!
GSEs could exit conservatorship fast, experts say americanbanker.com/news/end-of-gs… @potus @pulte @SecScottBessent $fnma $fmcc
Ending the week with some happy thoughts... $FNMA $FMCC $FNMAS $FMCKJ americanbanker.com/news/end-of-gs…
Given the way the administration tends to operate, I think it's going to be spur of the moment," Haynie said. "I think it's going to happen overnight or over a weekend," americanbanker.com/news/end-of-gs… $FNMA #FANNIEGATE
GSEs could exit conservatorship fast, experts say americanbanker.com/news/end-of-gs…
Foreign buyers purchased $56 billion worth of existing homes in the United States between April 2024 and March 2025, up by 33.2% from the previous 12 months, per NAR
Inflation is down, there’s no reason interest rates remain high. Powell needs to do the right thing. foxbusiness.com/video/63760666…
With Japan’s commitment to provide $550B for The United States to invest for the benefit of America, our trade deal with Japan creates a new world for what it means to deliver @POTUS’s America First Trade Policy for America. With my work structuring this unique transaction…
Want more affordable housing? 🏠 Cities like Sarasota, FL (rents down 43%) and Providence, RI (rents down 19%) prove that pro-housing policies work. Streamlining permits, easing restrictions, and allowing multifamily developments = lower rents. Here’s the secret 👉 Build…
The @federalreserve’s cost overruns are unacceptable. Thank you @POTUS for inviting me to join today’s tour of the renovations and voice concerns over this important issue. I’ll continue my oversight and look forward to their response to my letter.
Long overdue. Follow the money...
The Fed is losing $100 billion a year. Now, it is blowing even more taxpayer money on out-of-control building renovations. Time for an internal review.
The Fed is losing $100 billion a year. Now, it is blowing even more taxpayer money on out-of-control building renovations. Time for an internal review.
Senator Tim Scott: FHFA Director Pulte is Expanding Homeownership Opportunities Across the Country Source: United States Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs banking.senate.gov/newsroom/major…
Lutnick Says Fed Chair Powell Should Resign or Be Replaced news.bloomberglaw.com/banking-law/lu…
Couldn't agree with @SenatorTimScott more.
.@SenatorTimScott: "Americans deserve to become first-time homebuyers. @POTUS has created the best economy in the world. The one thing that would make it better is lower interest rates."
Jerome Powell's refusal to lower interest rates cripples American builders and taxpayers, HUD secretary says | video.foxbusiness.com/v/6376066624112 @MorningsMaria @FoxBusiness
Jerome Powell Is Killing Gen Z’s Shot At The American Dream dailywire.com/news/jerome-po…