What Happened to the U.S. Housing Market?

A look at what caused the U.S. credit crunch and the downfall of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

By Peggy Crawford, PhD, and Terri Young, PhD

As the U.S. financial system struggles to regain stability, Peggy Crawford, PhD, and Terri Young, PhD, examine the role that subprime mortgages and the fall of Fannie and Freddie played in the crisis.

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The End of the Beginning for the Global Credit Crisis

Following one of the biggest credit crises of all time, when will the worst be over for the financial sector, the stock market, the housing industry, and the global economy? Read more...

By Peggy J. Crawford, PhD, and Terry Young, PhD

Who is Fannie Mae?

This article examines the factors that led to the creation of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The authors trace their history, discuss their importance to the U.S. housing market, and consider the implications of their recent government takeover. Read more...

By Peggy J. Crawford, PhD, and Terry Young, PhD

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I love this article and this business report. Please continue to send this quality and relevant report. Thank you. Jose Corral, alumni and former student of Dr. Crawford ...Jose Corral 10/29/2008 1:56:37 PM