The Federal Housing Finance Agency's director, Bill Pulte, has asked Fannie Mae (OTCQB:FNMA) and Freddie Mac (OTCQB:FMCC) to prepare for cryptocurrency's inclusion as an asset in mortgage-related risk assessment.

The Federal Housing Finance Agency ordered Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to begin considering cryptocurrency assets when evaluating mortgage applicants. Only crypto assets trackable on a U.S.-regulated centralized exchange will be eligible,

The regulator and conservator of two influential loan buyers with government ties is considering digital currency's increased use in qualifying borrowers.