Who gets Blocked? Or should I say who gets Jacked?
WFH
Does Fannie Mae allow wfh if you live around NOVA region?
I feel so sad today (reposting as previous post got messed up on my phone)
I am approaching a seven-year tenure on my team and I have long found solace in our shared atmosphere. Everyone is remarkably kind and approachable. Although we have recently encountered adverse shifts beyond our control, I have remained a steadfast... — read more
I feel so sad today
I am approaching a seven-year tenure on my team and I have long found solace in our shared atmosphere. Everyone is remarkably kind and approachable. Although we have recently encountered adverse shifts beyond our control, I have remained a steadfast... — read more
Start looking. It's going to be another turbulent year.
IPO is not within reach. Net income YoY did not hit targets. SF, CA office is being abandoned for a new one in Birmingham, AL. Raises this year are abysmal. Start looking now. They are willing to let people with years of institutional knowledge... — read more
Has anyone heard anything?
Any rumor at all about when the next round of layoffs will start?
Now that the reviews are over, they can fully focus on layoffs again
Give it a month or two.
RIF and Rehire
What was the point of the RIF last year if we were going to turn around, and rehire for the same positions?
Year end reviews
How are comp statements and bonuses looking this year?
Who Decides What’s “Essential”?
Amazon announced its plan to trim management layers to address bureaucracy. It makes you wonder when will we take a similar look, so the people delivering the real work here, aren’t always the first on the chopping block. Something about the current... — read more
Workforce Decisions: Layoffs of U.S. Employees Followed by H-1B Hiring
Among the layoffs in early or late 2025 were many U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Soon after, companies hired H-1B workers for nearly identical roles. In many cases, the difference between positions — such as Business Analyst, Product Owner... — read more
Fannie Mae VP Cited in DOJ Complaint Related to Citibank Mortgage Settlement
So, in 2012, Citibank paid $158.3 million to settle federal allegations tied to defective FHA loans. In the DOJ’s complaint is a line that still matters. In 2010, Ross Leckie, then a senior leader at CitiMortgage, told staff to “drive this rate down... — read more
Top-Heavy Structure That’s More Bloated Than Ever
Single-Family, for example, was already top-heavy before the layoffs, and it’s even more bloated now. Rather than streamline, the organization has added layers: senior directors on top of directors, who sit above senior managers, who oversee... — read more
WARN notice link
Has anyone found any recent or past layoffs in the WARN reports? If yes, please share the link.
Will the things ever calm down?
When will we get a chance to breathe again? To just focus on our work without having to worry about what is going to be thrown our way next? I'm getting really tired of this cr-p.
When Will Do-Nothing Software Engineering Managers will be laid off???
When will software engineering managers especially in multi-family finally be let go? Fannie can survive without them, and may even thrive. Too many managers lack technical expertise and real credibility. It’s hard to understand how they were hired... — read more
Remote employees future
Is anybody else frustrated with the handling of Return to Office (RTO) mandates while remote employees continue to work from home, with no end in sight of RTO for them? A large percentage of the company is still "FTE Remote" and am wondering how long... — read more
What will next week be like?
Do you foresee more mass layoffs? Reduced benefits? Or maybe some positive changes?
Employee #s
Does anyone know current employee headcount? Is there a number they're trying to reach with layoffs?
Fannie vs Freddie
Why the difference in treatment and benefits?
$2.07 million profit per employee?
If Fannie Mae is bringing in 2.07 MILLION per employee, per year, why are layoffs necessary? Please educate me because I'm obviously a mo--n. https://the-cfo.io/2025/12/09/the-hidden-engines-driving-million-dollar-employees/
Delusion runs high here
Company is finished with the layoffs. Company is done with mistreating its employees. Although your manager or director still might be an a-s.
What other benefits do you think Mr. Bill Pulte is going to introduce in 2026
I can't wait. 2026 is shaping up to be great and prosperous year!
Mr. Bill Pulte is a great leader
Company is fortunate to have him. A great leader, mentor, business man and patriot before everything else!
Dec 24 - Jan 4 paid time off
Is this good?
Told you the company is done with layoffs
And was about to do 180 on benefits and treatment of their employees. The most down voted posts here. Adios.
Severance after 20 years of service
I am trying to figure out how much severance I can get after 20 years of service. I have been hearing conflicting numbers. Someone mentioned max 6months. Is it true.?
Copium bros
Where you at?
If only I could switch off for a moment
The stress from the layoff rumors and the economic uncertainty is just constantly hanging over me. It feels like the job has taken over every corner of life, and there’s no real break from worrying about what might happen next. It’s exhausting, and... — read more
Sour grapes
It seems that way too many folks, who were already laid off, can't deal with the fact that the company is finished with the layoffs. Embarrassing display of envy.
Benefit improvement for next year?
Morale is in the dumps. Will they do anything to improve it?
Any rumors about next week?
I’m getting used to the idea that layoffs could happen any day at this point. Still, it’s always better to have a little heads-up if anyone’s heard anything.
I got laid off
Got an email earlier today saying I got laid off. I’ve been here for 4 years. 4 years loyal to this company and they just fire me like that? It feels like there is no reason for them to let me go aside from cutting cost. I’ve sacrificed so much for... — read more
Please be helpful
It’s a rough time right now. A lot of us are worried about our jobs, not because we’ve never lost or changed jobs before, but because the market is terrible. Everyone’s on edge. So if you share anything, make sure it’s reliable or at least somewhat... — read more