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What is the 'secondary mortgage market' and how does it affect Idaho homebuyers?

ASecond mortgage lending in Idaho
BThe market where lenders sell existing mortgage loans to investors (Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Ginnie Mae), freeing capital for new lending and standardizing underwriting guidelines in Idaho✓ Correct
CA market for refinancing only
DThe market for investment property loans specifically

Explanation

The secondary mortgage market (Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Ginnie Mae) buys loans from Idaho lenders, enabling lenders to replenish funds for new loans. Because most Idaho conventional loans are sold to Fannie/Freddie, their underwriting guidelines (loan limits, DTI ratios, appraisal requirements) effectively set standards for most Idaho mortgage lending.

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