In episode 10 of The Insider, we share some insight into some of the interesting ways our members are addressing headwinds in the current environment. 

Our featured guest in our inaugural episode is new FHLB Des Moines Chief Business Officer, Wil Osborn. Join us as we gain firsthand insights on the FHLBank System, leadership, serving members and what it takes to optimize the performance of this cooperative.

Just as we suggested in our last podcast that you shouldn’t give up on modeling a steepening yield curve, the same might apply to a negative rate scenario. It is important to be prepared for unlikelihoods in the market. 

In this episode of the Insider, we discuss how to prepare for unintended consequences in the market.

In this episode of The Insider, we dive deeper into the concept of blended funding and the steps involved in developing a blended funding strategy.

In this episode of The Insider, we discuss liability diversification and the importance of blended funding.

The TINA Effect - In this episode of The Insider, we take a look at strategies to rejuvenate liquidity and capital redeployment in a zero interest rate environment.

The Invisible Gorilla - In this episode of The Insider, we highlight a few tools that can help your institution meet your objectives, as well other topics including HELOC collateral eligibility and the Strong Communities Award.

Vanity, Sanity and Reality - In this episode, we discuss how to best take advantage of mortgage origination opportunities in the current environment, as well as the recent launch of eNotes as collateral.

Navigating Through the FInancial Doldrums - In the second episode of FHLB Des Moines Insider, we cover everything from balance sheet management to LTV collateral changes.