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New Affordable Housing Programs with Kylie Mergen

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+. 

Shape Shifting | A Recap and Reaction to the November FOMC Meeting

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.

Higher for Longer: A Recap and Reaction to the September FOMC Meeting

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.

FHLBank Topeka's Affordable Housing Solutions | Native American Housing Initiatives Grants Program

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. 

Is it Terminal? A Recap and Reaction to the May FOMC Meeting

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.

AMP Up for AMC with Humorist Joel Zeff

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 Jo...

FHLBank Topeka's Affordable Housing Solutions | High-Cost Area HSP

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 ...

Are 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.

Rate Expectations | A Recap and Reaction of the Sept. 2022 FOMC Meeting

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.

2022 #500forGood

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. 

2022 #500forGood

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. 

How Community Financial Institutions are Fighting Marginal Cost of Funds with Dale Sheller of the Baker Group

In 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.

Reaction to the July FOMC Meeting with Steven Townsend and Sarah Harp

In 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.

District Economic Updates and Trends Reports with Leslie Mondesir and Sam Thomas

In this episode of the Bank Statements podcast learn about the quarterly district economic updates and trends reports available on our Financial Intelligence site 

A Conversation with Tony Venditte at AMC

In this episode, we introduce Tony Venditte, our newest Regional Account Manager based in Lincoln, Nebraska. Tony talks about our first in-person conference since 2019 and what he's been hearing from our members during visits.

Avoid Delays in Reservation and Disbursement Requests for the 2022 Homeownership Set-aside Program

In this episode of Bank Statements we speak to Jessica Puvogel and Kristen Combes about the 2022 Homeownership Set-aside Program (HSP). Jessica and Kristen walk us through common mistakes they see during the HSP round and what to do to avoid these delays throughout the HSP application process. 

Avoid Delays in Reservation and Disbursement Requests for the 2022 Homeownership Set-aside Program

In this episode of Bank Statements we speak to Jessica Puvogel and Kristen Combes about the 2022 Homeownership Set-aside Program (HSP). Jessica and Kristen walk us through common mistakes they see during the HSP round and what to do to avoid these delays throughout the HSP application process. 

The Fed's Hawkish Shift on Rates with Drew Simmons, Regional Account Manager

Join FHLBank Topeka for the second season of Bank Statements. In this episode, host, Suzan Saville introduces our Oklahoma Regional Account Manager, Drew Simmons, and talks to him about comments from the December 2021, Federal Reserve board meeting. Drew discusses scenarios to consider for future rate hikes. Download Drew's companion white paper to this podcast below. https://www.fhlbtopeka.com/intelligence

News from Capitol Hill with Ryan Gilliland

We conclude our first season of Bank Statements with FHLBank Topeka's Congressional Relations Officer, Ryan Gilliland. Listen as Ryan speaks to host Suzan Saville about why the impending debt ceiling talks bring more fear and uncertainty than a government shutdown, the non-issues with cannabis banking and the precedents set by changing FHFA directors. 

What to Do About the Surge in Public Unit Deposits

On this episode of Bank Statements we welcome our new host Suzan Saville, FHLBank Topeka's Director of Sales. In her premiere episode, Suzan talks with producer, Jessie Homerding, about excess liquidity, the surge in public unit deposits and how FHLBank Topeka may be able to offer solutions to these issues. https://www.fhlbtopeka.com/letters

Empathy and Transparency are the New Normal for Financial Institutions

Join us for our most exciting podcast to date as we speak to Joe Sullivan, CEO of Market Insights. An extremely popular speaker, Joe shares his research and expertise about emergence of buy now, pay later fintechs and how community financial institutions can compete with a sprinkle of empathy and transparency.

Investment Strategies and Insights with Jeff Kuzbel and Steven Townsend

This week we look at the markets, investing strategies and the transition to SOFR with Chief Financial Officer Jeff Kuzbel and Portfolio Manager Steven Townsend.

Regional Account Manager Roundtable | Seen and Heard in the Tenth District

In this episode of Bank Statements we introduce our regional account managers (RAMs) and discuss what they are seeing and hearing from member community financial institutions (CFI) throughout the tenth district. While excess liquidity is a consistent theme across the district, the focus and strategy of many institutions are different. Learn how agriculture focused CFIs in Nebraska are competing with Farm Credit by incorporating blended funding into their balance sheet management or the ingen...

Regional Account Manager Roundtable | Seen and Heard in the Tenth District

In this episode of Bank Statements we introduce our regional account managers (RAMs) and discuss what they are seeing and hearing from member community financial institutions (CFI) throughout the tenth district. While excess liquidity is a consistent theme across the district, the focus and strategy of many institutions are different. Learn how agriculture focused CFIs in Nebraska are competing with Farm Credit by incorporating blended funding into their balance sheet management or the ingen...

The Long and Short of eNotes

In this episode of Bank Statements we speak to Kylie Mergen, Director of Financial Services, about the use of eSignatures and eNotes in pledging collateral to FHLBank Topeka. Kylie explains the importance of utilizing the Mortgage Electronic Registry System  eRegistry  for tracking eNotes and how to set your community financial institution up for a successful future with eSignatures and eNotes. FHLBank Topeka's eNotes Guide MERS eRegistry

The Long and Short of eNotes

In this episode of Bank Statements we speak to Kylie Mergen, Director of Financial Services, about the use of eSignatures and eNotes in pledging collateral to FHLBank Topeka. Kylie explains the importance of utilizing the Mortgage Electronic Registry System  eRegistry  for tracking eNotes and how to set your community financial institution up for a successful future with eSignatures and eNotes. FHLBank Topeka's eNotes Guide MERS eRegistry

An Affordable Housing Primer with Tom Thull and Jane Harrington

Our Housing and Community Development program is a huge benefit of being a part of the FHLBank Topeka cooperative. In this episode of Bank Statements Trent Meyer talks to Tom Thull, Community Investment Officer, and Jane Harrington, retired Executive Director of the Colorado Community Land Trust and form member of our Affordable Housing Advisory Council. Tom and Jane discuss the basics of affordable housing and offer tips on how to utilize affordable housing funds to assist with economic dev...

Economic and District Trend Reports with our Member Solutions Team

In this episode of Bank Statements we speak with Leslie Mondesir and Sam Thomas from our member solutions team. They discuss the most recent quarterly economic and district trends reports published on FHLBank Topeka's Financial Intelligence site. Learn what topics are covered in each report and more tools available to our members from member solutions. Find the latest whitepapers, economic updates, district trends and strategies at https://www.fhlbtopeka.com/intelligence.

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