Article: Fannie Revitalizing Via 'Smart Commute,' Etc.(Fannie Mae)(Brief Article)

Incentive-based mortgages such as the "Smart Commute'' program are helping Fannie Mae extend its original approach to community development and the revitalization of older suburbs. The program allows for the approval of bigger mortgages to borrowers who buy homes located near train stations and-or bus stops and agree to own no more than one car.

Smart Commute is still considered "a pilot program." Fannie Mae is expected to offer it in ...

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