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In this episode of Bank Statements, we speak to Chief Business Officer, Lance Liby,  and Community Investment Officer, Kylie Mergen. Hear about the new criteria for participating in FHLBank Topeka's popular HOPE program. Learn what’s changing, why the new criteria matter and how members can position themselves for HOPE funding in 2027.  Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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-product Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

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/turnkey Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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. Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

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In 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+.  Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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. Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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. Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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.  Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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. Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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 midnight, April 11, 2023, to enjoy the 25th AMC. The AMC is April 19-21, 2023. AMC Registration >>> Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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 [email protected] or [email protected] Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

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. Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

Join 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. Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp

In 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.  Follow us on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fhlbank-topeka www.fhlbtopeka.com www.fhlbtopeka.com/turnkey www.fhlbtopeka.com/ahp