Fannie Mae (FNMA)

[Red Captain]

I have to agree with him on this one.

I think the regulated utility model is likely to be one that pleases all parties:

For conservatives, it finally does justice to the private shareholders who have been in this odd limbo for so long.

For progressives, it ensures a stable housing market with a view towards affordability.

For taxpayers, it minimizes their exposure to the risk of the mortgage insurance market.

Finally the for the economy, it removes some immense uncertainty and reduces risk to a minimum, at least in the mortgage industry.

The treasury itself can even make a profit, or keep a portion of its common shares (like golden share rule of 10% or so).