by Council of FHLBanks | Apr 17, 2026 | Issue Briefs
The reliable liquidity the Federal Home Loan Banks provide is distributed to members principally in the form of advances (collateralized loans). For more than 90 years, advances have been readily available to members in all economic conditions. Advances benefit...
by Council of FHLBanks | Mar 18, 2026 | Issue Briefs
The Federal Home Loan Banks provide reliable, collateralized liquidity to approximately 6,400 financial institution members across the country. The funding they provide is crucial in supporting housing finance and community development, helping members support...
by Council of FHLBanks | Feb 26, 2026 | Issue Briefs
Legislation introduced by Sens. Cortez Masto (D-NV) and Young (R-IN), and Reps. McClain (R-MI) and Liccardo (D-CA), would make permanent the tax-exempt treatment of community development bonds that are credit-enhanced by Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLBank) letters of...
by Council of FHLBanks | Feb 17, 2026 | Issue Briefs
Federal Home Loan Bank letters of credit (LOCs) are a valuable tool that members can use to support local communities across the country, allowing them to leverage the credit strength of their FHLBank for public good. LOCs are used for a range of purposes, including...
