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iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode ElevenIn the latest episode of News You Can Use, ShaDonte Butler, Community Investment Relationship Manager, sits down with Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, to discuss our 2025 Affordable Housing Programs and how our members are leveraging them to benefit their communities. Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a...2025-04-1715 min

Banking on ConnectionsOpening Doors: How Downpayment Plus® Programs Support HomebuyersAs homebuyers navigate a challenging housing market, one common financial hurdle they face is having enough money to cover the down payment and closing costs. On this episode, we explore how our Downpayment Plus® (DPP®) Programs expand homeownership opportunities in Illinois and Wisconsin and how FHLBank Chicago members can participate. Representatives from our Community Investment team—Angie Ashlaw, Senior Community Investment Operations Specialist, and Jamie Lutton, Manager, Community Outreach—discuss an overview of the program, its positive impact on individuals and communities, and steps for financial institutions to leverage DPP funding effectively. 2025-04-1612 min

iLinkVolunteerism with Sam BellJoining us for this episode is Sam Bell, Director of Business Projects and Solutions. In addition to her role here at FHLBank Atlanta, Sam is actively involved in the leadership of Atlanta Community ToolBank, one of our long-time community partners. She joins us in this episode to discuss her experience with balancing her professional and volunteer responsibilities and how these two areas of her life benefit each other.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or...2025-04-0809 min

Banking on ConnectionsA Certainly Uncertain Economic OutlookJames Hotchkiss, FHLBank Chicago’s in-house economist, is back to share his insights into the layers of uncertainty in the United States economy and markets. We break down the potential impacts of tariffs, job market news, consumer spending trends, and direction of interest rates. What does all this mean for consumers? What should FHLBank Chicago members and the financial sector pay attention to? Tune in as we navigate all the economic twists and turns. 2025-03-2120 min

Bank StatementsAffordable Homeownership with Mortgage Rate ReductionIn this episode of Bank Statements, we speak to MPF Operations Officer Erin Bramlett and MPF Account Manager Chris Endicott. Erin and Chris discuss how Participating Financial Institutions (PFI) that use Mortgage Partnership Finance program can access the new Mortgage Rate Reduction Product (MRRP). Aside from learning new acronyms, listeners will learn how this product will benefit homebuyers at or below 80% of the areas median income.https://www.fhlbtopeka.com/services-and-programs/banking-services/mortgage-rate-reduction-productwww.fhlbtopeka.com 2025-02-0408 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode TenJoin us for episode ten of News You Can Use as Joe Kennerson, Managing Director at Darling Consulting Group, joins Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, to share strategic insight as we plan for the months ahead.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or...2025-02-0326 min

Bank StatementsAnd the winner is...TurnKey Downpayment Assistance Programs!In this episode of Bank Statements, we speak to TurnKey Manager Jessica Puvogel, and HCD Coordinator Trent Rash. Jessica and Trent discuss important aspects of FHLBank Topeka's popular suite of downpayment assistance programs and how authorized users are the key to making the reservation and disbursement process efficient for homebuyers. Learn about changes and updates to the 2025 TurnKey programs and how these funds are the key to unlocking affordable homeownership in your communities.https://www.fhlbtopeka.com/services-and-programs/community/turnkeywww.fhlbtopeka.com 2025-01-2423 min

Banking on ConnectionsWhere Is the Economy Headed in 2025?James Hotchkiss, FHLBank Chicago’s in-house economist, joins the show to share what he’s seeing in the market and economy in the early part of 2025 and what lies ahead in the coming months. Is there an expected path forward for interest rate cuts? Is the worst of inflation behind us? Will the housing market improve? Hear all this and more on our new episode! 2025-01-1415 min

Banking on ConnectionsWhy Organizational Culture MattersCedric Thurman, Executive Vice President, Group Head, Community Investment at FHLBank Chicago, sits down with two of his colleagues—Toi Fields, Sr. Managing Director, Head of IT Business Management, and Sam Reindl, Director, Bank Operations—to talk about the importance of organizational culture and leveraging employee engagement. How do you build stronger connections on your team with different working styles? What can you do to prepare your team for change? Why is transparency so important to success? Hear their insights on our new episode! 2024-12-2021 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode NineWe wrap up 2024 with episode nine of News You Can Use. Tune in as Scott Hildenbrand Head of Depository Fixed Income at Piper Sandler, joins Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, to share a few key industry insights as the year comes to a close.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not...2024-12-1838 min

Banking on ConnectionsEmpowering Small Businesses Through Community First® Accelerate GrantsWe’re celebrating Small Business Saturday! In this episode, we highlight our 2024 Community First® Accelerate Grants for Small Business program with Clara Biolo-Thompson, Senior Community Investment Operations Specialist at FHLBank Chicago, and Jen Schaefer, Community Investment Operations Specialist at FHLBank Chicago. They share how the program and partnerships helped small businesses across Illinois and Wisconsin. We'll also hear from small business grantees and their FHLBank Chicago member partners on how the funds empowered their businesses and strengthened their communities. 2024-11-2517 min

The Banker Next DoorEpisode 273: Special Report: Federal Home Loan Banks under fire!This episode is a special report as the Federal Home Loan Banking System (FHLB) is under fire from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). The FHFA is seeking to radically change the FHLB system by pushing a dramatic increase in affordable housing, climate change, and DEI politics. The episode examines multiple papers and reports to explain the chain of events that have led to this moment. The episode also reviews the history of the FHLB, their members, and why the FHLB should be left alone. Links to the reports are included below. Link: Federal Home Loan Banks a...2024-11-2229 min

Banking on ConnectionsPost-Election Analysis and Impact on the Banking Sector With Randy HultgrenRandy Hultgren, President and CEO of the Illinois Bankers Association, joins Dave Feldhaus, SVP, Director of External Affairs at FHLBank Chicago, to share his insights into how the results of the U.S. elections are unfolding and what that could mean for the banking and financial sectors. Don’t miss their analysis of the fast-moving news cycle! 2024-11-1823 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode EightJoin Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Daniel Williams, Senior Relationship Manager, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented, and the...2024-11-1416 min

Banking on ConnectionsDemystifying the Council of FHLBanks With CEO Ryan DonovanRyan Donovan, President and CEO of the Council of FHLBanks, joins Dave Feldhaus, Director of External Affairs at FHLBank Chicago, to talk about the role of the Council, the importance of its advocacy work, and potential impacts of the upcoming election on the FHLBank system. 2024-10-2826 min

Banking on ConnectionsHousing Market, Homebuyers, and the Role of the MPF® ProgramOn our first episode, we look into a topic that’s top of many people’s minds across the country—the housing market. Even if you aren’t selling a home or on the prowl to purchase one, you’ve likely heard stories from somebody you know attempting to navigate the strenuous process. And that can be compounded by what we hear on the news about home availability and affordability. The housing market is tough and sometimes even more challenging to understand. We’re using this episode to take a peek under the hood to gain some perspective on today's mark...2024-10-1017 min

Banking on ConnectionsIntroducing: Banking on Connections - An FHLBank Chicago PodcastBanking and the financial industry are complex. At the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, we’re here to help bridge gaps and drive inclusive conversations that showcase how banking connects all of us. On this podcast, you’ll meet FHLBank Chicago employees and other financial and housing industry thought leaders, discover products and programs that help create thriving communities, gain the latest market insights, and feel more connected to a vital part of the U.S. financial system. 2024-10-0901 min

The FinReg PodReforming the Federal Home Loan Banks Kathryn Judge is a professor at Columbia Law School and Aaron Klein is a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution. They discuss the origins of the Federal Home Loan Banks, the role they played in propping up failing banks in the 2023 regional banking crisis, and their ideas for how the FHLBs can be reformed to better fulfill their public mission to promote housing and community development. Kate Judge’s X: @ProfKateJudge Aaron Klein’s X: @Aarondklein Lee’s X: @leereiners Related Links: Comment Letter on FHLB Mission Statemen, Kathryn Judge...2024-09-111h 01

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode SevenJoin Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Sam Mahler, Director of Government and Industry Relations, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material...2024-08-2719 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode SixJoin Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, and Patrick Rutledge, Public Finance Relationship Manager, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented, and the information discussed during this...2024-07-2212 min

Bank StatementsApply and Score with the 2024 Affordable Housing ProgramIn this episode of Bank Statements we are joined by our AHP Competitive Manager, Dustie Humphreys and Community Investment Officer, Kylie Mergen. Learn about our Affordable Housing Program, a competitive grant program that addresses the housing needs of very low, low and moderate income households in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma through gap funding. Dustie takes us through the application process, scoring criteria and 2024 updates.Go to the AHP website for trainings and forms.www.fhlbtopeka.com 2024-06-2123 min

Bank StatementsA Guide to FHLBank Topeka's Director Electionswww.fhlbtopeka.com 2024-06-1711 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode FiveJoin Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, and ShaDonte Butler, Senior Affordable Housing Program Relationship Manager, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented, and the information discussed...2024-04-3016 min

The Executive Appeal with Alex D. TrembleEp 126: Stretching Comfort Zones: Empowering Ambitious Employees with Charmayne BeverlyOn today's episode of The Executive Appeal join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & Keynote Speaker) and Charmayne Beverly (Vice President Talent at Old Republic International) as they share invaluable insights on pushing ambitious employees beyond their comfort zones. Discover actionable strategies to unlock potential and foster growth within your team.BioCharmayne began her career as an HR Associate and progressively advanced, holding a variety of roles with increasing responsibilities in Human Resources, including focusing on employee engagement initiatives, talent management, employee relations and recruitment. September 2023, Charmayne joined Old Republic Insurance (ORI...2024-04-1044 min

iLinkCustomer Experience with Leah Douglass and Brittany StricklandJoining us for the latest episode of iLink are Brittany Strickland, Director of Marketing, and Leah Douglass, Sales and Trading Operations Manager. Brittany and Leah will be sharing some insight on our Customer Experience efforts and how you can introduce similar programs at your institution.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of...2024-04-0310 min

Eurodollar UniversityBank Term Funding Program Blows Up In Final Minutes...The Fed shut down the BTFP, but just before it closed billions in loans were made to banks over the repeated objections of policymakers. Officials have been pushing depositories toward the Discount Window to the point even the FHLB system is dissuading its members from using its own advances as emergency liquidity. Yet, the last-minute BTFP indicates banks just aren't doing it with some substantial implications. Eurodollar University's conversation w/Steve Van MetreFHFA FHLBank System at 100: Focus On the Futurehttps://www.fhfa.gov/AboutUs/Reports/ReportDocuments/FHLBank-System-at-100-Report.pdfFHFA F...2024-03-1818 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode FourJoin Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, as they sit down with Kirk Malmberg, Chief Executive Officer, for the latest episode of News You Can Use from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to...2024-02-2721 min

Bank StatementsNew Affordable Housing Programs with Kylie MergenIn this episode of Bank Statements, returning guest, community investment officer Kylie Mergen discusses TurnKey, FHLBank Topeka's new suite of down payment assistance programs. Learn about about our new homeownership opportunities expanded program, or HOPE, and the homeownership set-aside plus program or HSP+. www.fhlbtopeka.com 2024-02-2732 min $Moody\'s Talks - Focus on Finance$ Moody's Talks - Focus on FinanceAI's transformation of banking; plus, FHLBank reforms, fallout from Evergrande liquidationSteve Tu, Farooq Khan and Petr Paklin of Moody's, with Joe Lyons of Bitsight, on how AI will change banks; On Fast Finance, we discuss Evergrande's liquidation and upcoming FHLBank reforms.Speakers: David Yin, VP – Senior Credit Officer, Moody’s Investors Service; Allen Tischler, Senior Vice President, Moody’s Investors Service; Stephen Tu, VP – Senior Credit Officer, Moody’s Investors Service; Farooq Khan, VP – Senior Analyst, Moody’s Investors Service; Petr Paklin, AVP – Analyst, Moody’s Investors Service; Joe Lyons, Senior Director Cyber Risk Quantification & Ratings Research, Bitsight Hosts: Danielle Reed, VP – Senior Research Writer, Moody’s Investors Serv...2024-02-0726 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode ThreeJoin Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, as they sit down with Kamal Hosein, Managing Director at Stifel, for the latest episode of News You Can Use from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect...2023-12-2931 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode TwoJoin Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented, and the information discussed during this podcast...2023-12-1607 min

iLinkNews You Can Use: Episode OneJoin Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, for the first episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented, and the information discussed during this podcast...2023-11-1013 min

Bank StatementsShape Shifting | A Recap and Reaction to the November FOMC MeetingIn this episode, we are joined by Steven Townsend, CFA, and Sarah Harp, CFA, from our Capital Markets team about the November Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, While the meeting did not deliver any big surprises, the US treasury curve has delivered some rare movements. Listen as Steven and Sarah explain shape shifting of curves and what that means going into 2024.www.fhlbtopeka.com 2023-11-1014 min

CUNA News PodcastSponsored: Engaging with the FHLBank SystemWhat is the Federal Home Loan Bank System? What is the Federal Housing Finance Agency looking for in its review of the system? What will the agency suggest in its impending report? And how can credit union advocacy make a difference?Council of Federal Home Loan Banks President/CEO Ryan Donovan, CUNA’s former chief advocacy officer, rejoins the CUNA News Podcast to answer those questions and more.2023-11-0218 min $America\'s Credit Unions$ America's Credit UnionsSponsored: Engaging with the FHLBank SystemWhat is the Federal Home Loan Bank System? What is the Federal Housing Finance Agency looking for in its review of the system? What will the agency suggest in its impending report? And how can credit union advocacy make a difference?Council of Federal Home Loan Banks President/CEO Ryan Donovan, CUNA’s former chief advocacy officer, rejoins the CUNA News Podcast to answer those questions and more.2023-11-0218 min

iLinkBank On It: 6 Ways to Stand Out in a Crowded FieldOn our most recent episode, Brittany Strickland, Director of Marketing, sits down with Randall Kirsch, Partner at Jackson Spalding, an award-winning PR and marketing agency, to discuss the 6 ways your institution can stand out in a crowded field.Please click here for our companion piece. Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a...2023-10-1028 min

Bank StatementsHigher for Longer: A Recap and Reaction to the September FOMC MeetingIn this episode, we speak to Steven Townsend, CFA, and Sarah Harp, CFA, from our Capital Markets team about the September Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's comments and all of the factors that may contribute to another rate hike.www.fhlbtopeka.com 2023-10-0415 min

iLinkRecruiting Trends with Heather CoyleOn our most recent episode, Heather Coyle, Manager of Talent Acquisition and Development, sits down with us to discuss the recruiting trends she is seeing in the marketplace. Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented, and the information discussed during this podcast...2023-08-0209 min

iLinkRecruiting Trends with Heather CoyleOn our most recent episode, Heather Coyle, Manager of Talent Acquisition and Development at FHLBank Atlanta, sits down with us to discuss the recruiting trends she's seeing in the marketplace. Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented, and the information discussed during t...2023-08-0209 min

iLinkNational Homeownership Month PanelOn our most recent episode, Sharron Kelly of Citizens Trust Bank and Gary Barnoff of Jarrettsville Federal Savings and Loan Association sit down with ShaDonte Butler of FHLBank Atlanta to explore how our partnership has helped to further homeownership in the communities they serve.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice...2023-06-2724 min

Bank StatementsFHLBank Topeka's Affordable Housing Solutions | Native American Housing Initiatives Grants ProgramIn this episode of Bank Statements, community investment officer Kylie Mergen and community programs manager Mark Ward about the new 2023 Native American Housing Initiatives Grants Program. Learn about this new, voluntary grant program offering $1 million to support housing initiatives for Native American tribes and tribally designated housing entities. www.fhlbtopeka.com 2023-05-1722 min

Bank StatementsIs it Terminal? A Recap and Reaction to the May FOMC MeetingIn this episode, we speak to Steven Townsend, CFA, from our Capital Markets team about the May Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's comments and why the Fed may finally be at the terminal rate after a year of hawkish rate hikes.www.fhlbtopeka.com 2023-05-1613 min

Credit Union Exam Solutions Presents With Flying Colors#97 Ryan Donovan - President of the Council of Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLB)Set up a call:https://calendly.com/cuexamsolutions/talk-to-mark-about-any-exam-topic?month=2024-10Check out our website:https://calendly.com/cuexamsolutions/talk-to-mark-about-any-exam-topic?month=2024-10Are you worried about an NCUA exam in process or looming on the horizon? Don't face it alone!We're ex-NCUA insiders with decades of experience, ready to guide you to success. Our team understands the intricacies of NCUA examinations from the inside out.Hire us and gain:• Peace of mind during your exam process• Insider knowledge of NCUA procedures and expectations 2023-04-1825 min

Bank StatementsAMP Up for AMC with Humorist Joel ZeffIn this episode of Bank Statements we speak to Joel Zeff, national speaker, humorist and emcee for FHLBank Topeka's 2023 Annual Management Conference (AMC). The AMC was created 25 years ago as a way to bring our district together to swap strategies and stories. It continues to be known as a small conference with industry renown experts, big name speakers and small fees. Join Joel and and host Jessie Homerding as they discuss what they are looking forward to at this landmark conference and Joel shares some encouragement for handling changes in the current financial climate. Register by...2023-04-0526 min

Inside the ICE HouseFHLBank San Francisco CEO Teresa Bazemore is Closing the Opportunity Gap to HomeownershipFederal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco CEO and President Teresa Bazemore took time out of attending the ICE Mortgage Technology Experience 2023 Conference to talk about her bank’s mission to keep credit flowing, give financial institutions of all sizes access to global capital markets, and help all Americans to have a roof over their head. She shared her own career journey from studying law to the C-Suite, explained the role of the FHLBank System as the second largest issuer of debt in the country, and the different programs and research helping close the opportunity gap on the path to...2023-04-0338 min

Eurodollar UniversitySo-called lender of second-last resort has already begun preparing for the worst.Yet another funding crisis indication comes to us in a report from Bloomberg. FHLB co-ops are issuing debt like we've never seen before in what can only mean major bank funding problems. The only time we ever see anything like this is crisis. And this one could even be worse than those before. Eurodollar University's Money & Macro AnalysisFHLB Financial Statementshttps://www.fhlb-of.com/ofweb_userWeb/pageBuilder/fhlbank-financial-data-36Bberg: Key Lender to Regional Banks Raises $88.7 Billion Via Bondshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-03-13/federal-home-loan-banks-to-raise-64-billion-in-notes-offering?leadSource=uverify%20w...2023-03-2220 min

Bank StatementsFHLBank Topeka's Affordable Housing Solutions | High-Cost Area HSPIn this episode of Bank Statements, we speak to new community investment officer Kylie Mergen and Colorado regional account manager Rusty Davis about the 2023 Homeownership Set-aside Program (HSP). This episode centers around FHLBank Topeka's new HSP for high-cost areas in Colorado. Kylie and Rusty discuss the guidelines for both HSPs and FHLBank Topeka's continued efforts to help members make homeownership a reality in their communities. Training for the 2023 HSP >>>For more information reach out to Rusty Davis at rusty.davis@fhlbtopeka.com or hsp@fhlbtopeka.comwww.fhlbtopeka.com 2023-03-1423 min

iLinkAHP Homeownership Set-aside Program with Brent Sute of Synovus BankJoin us for a conversation about our Affordable Housing Program (AHP) Homeownership Set-aside Program with Brent Sute of Synovus Bank. Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Bank. The information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented, and the information discussed during this podcast does not constitute investment advice. You should not...2023-02-2712 min

Bank StatementsAre You Ready for Some Reactions to the January FOMC?For our season three opener, Steven Townsend CFA and Sarah Harp, CFA join host, Jessie Homerding for reactions and commentary about the January 2023 FOMC meeting. In honor of the Chiefs heading to the Super Bowl there is bonus super bowl predictions and commentary. Don't forget to listen for the hidden movie quote. *This episode was recorded on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023.www.fhlbtopeka.com 2023-02-0916 min

Bank StatementsRate Expectations | A Recap and Reaction of the Sept. 2022 FOMC MeetingJoin Sarah Harp, CFA and Steven Townsend, CFA from our Capital Markets team as they recap and comment about Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell's notes from the Federal Open Market Committee meeting.www.fhlbtopeka.com 2022-09-2815 min

Bank Statements2022 #500forGoodIn this episode of Bank Statements we discuss FHLBank Topeka's #500forGood campaign. Since 2018, we have invited members to tell us how they would use $500 to help their communities. www.fhlbtopeka.com 2022-09-1509 min

Bank StatementsHow Community Financial Institutions are Fighting Marginal Cost of Funds with Dale Sheller of the Baker GroupIn this episode of Bank Statements we talk to Dale Sheller, Senior Vice President of the Financial Strategies Group for The Baker Group and one of the key presenters for FHLBank Topeka's 2022 Regional Meetings. Dale provides a sneak preview of his regional meeting presentation and discusses deposit, loan growth and marginal cost of fund trends for regional community financial institutions.www.fhlbtopeka.com 2022-08-1615 min

Bank StatementsReaction to the July FOMC Meeting with Steven Townsend and Sarah HarpIn this episode of Bank Statements we take a closer look at the most recent Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting with FHLBank Topeka's Director of Investments and Balance Sheet Strategy, Steven Townsend and Portfolio Manager, Sarah Harp.Listen as Sarah and Steven discuss notes from the meeting and reactions from market and Fed governors since the meeting's conclusion.www.fhlbtopeka.com 2022-08-0309 min

Bank StatementsDistrict Economic Updates and Trends Reports with Leslie Mondesir and Sam ThomasIn this episode of the Bank Statements podcast learn about the quarterly district economic updates and trends reports available on our Financial Intelligence site www.fhlbtopeka.com 2022-08-0221 min