2009-01-24alleyinsider.com

"Because the cramdowns might reduce mortgage defaults, it's often been argued that the cramdowns might actually provide relief to banks holding mortgage backed securities. Sure, they'll take a hit when the principal is reduced on the underlying mortgages but the overall return on the bundle might be higher. Unfortunately, this may just be wishful thinking."



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