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Driving the future of affordable housing

The 2023 area median incomes (AMIs) have been implemented in Desktop Underwriter®(DU®), Loan Delivery, and the Area Median Income Lookup Tool. There was a 7.73% average increase for 2023, meaning more borrowers may meet AMI requirements.

True to our mission and our Duty to Serve, we’re leading the way in providing access to affordable housing across America. We’re supporting sustainable homeownership and healthy, safe rental communities and working with stakeholders to improve the housing finance system.

In the country’s key overlooked markets — manufactured housing, affordable housing preservation, and rural housing ― our innovative solutions are helping more and more families achieve the dream of a stable, affordable place to call home.

Making a difference in underserved markets

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An analysis of six strategies to stabilize neighborhoods

This report examines policy interventions used to stabilize or revitalize housing markets in low- and middle-income neighborhoods.

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Innovations in Manufactured Housing

Read about alternative ownership models and available financing options for consumers living in manufactured housing communities.

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How homebuyers and homeowners may make their homes more energy efficient

Learn how lenders and real estate professionals can help their customers address home energy and water costs through energy efficiency improvements.

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Small Loan Originations in Rural Areas

In this report, we highlight the key role rural areas play in the origination of small balance loans.

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Impact by the numbers*

*Totals reflect 2018-2022. Data represents Fannie Mae’s determination of qualifying Duty to Serve activities, and are subject to restatement or revision based on FHFA review. Fannie Mae’s 2022 results have not been validated. In 2022, only purchase money mortgage single-family loans were included in total calculations.

 

Easily Find Income Eligibility by Area

Our interactive map allows lenders and other housing professionals to quickly find income limits searching by 11-digit Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) code or specific address.

For Area Median Income Lookup Tool Tips click here.

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Transforming goals into success stories

Supporting the development of MH Advantage® subdivisions

Preserving affordable housing in Austin, TX