Educational Resources

Advances Article Q3 2023 Economic Update Each quarter our Member Strategies Team takes an in-depth look at the economic issues facing the nation while providing a unique commentary on the effects they may have on our members. Advances Case Study Supporting Loan Demand in Rural Iowa: A Message from an Iowa Member In rural Iowa, access to liquidity is critical– not only to Iowa State Bank and Trust, but the employers, farmers, school districts and non-profits that rely on our employees' expertise and the bank's credit products. Letters of Credit Video/Webinar The Letter of Credit Opportunity Explore the balance sheet benefits and variety of applications for an FHLB Des Moines Letter of Credit in this 60-minute webinar presentation. General Case Study Our Partnership with FHLB Des Moines: A Message from an Alaska Member For more than ninety years, the Federal Home Loan Bank System has worked to improve the lives of millions of Americans. As part of that system, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to create mutual benefits for their members. Member Services Article Reporting and Pledging Loans in Forbearance Members need to verify the inclusion of pledged loans in forbearance on their quarterly BBC in eAdvantage. Advances Video/Webinar Unlock Liquidity Through Your Partnership with FHLB Des Moines FHLB Des Moines provides reliable, on-demand liquidity in all economic cycles to support the communities we serve. Affordable Housing Video/Webinar Local lenders are key to addressing affordable housing needs Learn how FHLB Des Moines members utilize grants from our down payment programs and the Competitive Affordable Housing Program to clear the major hurdles of entering homeownership as well as preserve and construct affordable housing in their communities. Mortgage Partnership Finance Video/Webinar MPF Provides Tangible Member Benefits Community lenders know their customers better than anyone else and the Mortgage Partnership Finance Program provides the competitive edge to offer fixed-rate mortgages to support local communities. Advances Article Q2 2023 Economic Update Each quarter our Member Strategies Team takes an in-depth look at the economic issues facing the nation while providing a unique commentary on the effects they may have on our members. Advances Article Positioning Your Balance Sheet During Half-Time This article examines various strategies that can help mitigate the next few quarters of potentially compressed net interest margin and liquidity availability. Advances Video/Webinar MCV: From Start to Finish This webinar will cover the core concepts you need to know about the MCV process – the who, what, where, when, why and how's of an MCV. Advances Article Q1 2023 Economic Update Each quarter our Member Strategies Team takes an in-depth look at the economic issues facing the nation while providing a unique commentary on the effects they may have on our members.