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ROAD NOTES In this audio report from the road, hear an update on what relationship manager Steven McHugh has been encountering in his meetings with members across the region. >More
SUMMER 2005

Using the Secondary Market A thorough review of your institution's loan-request process is an important advantage of participating in the Mortgage Partnership Finance program.

Check Out Our Upcoming MPF Trainings and FHLB 101 and A/L 101 Webinars The Bank's online learning sessions offer members a convenient way to stay updated on Bank products and discover new strategies for managing their financial institutions.

We Want Your Business In recent months the Bank has developed two new products, offered numerous advance specials, and reviewed its collateral options to make banking with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston more convenient.

Two New Advance Products The Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston recently introduced the Symmetrical Prepayment advance, a new fixed-rate, fixed-term advance with monthly interest payments and a bullet payment of principal at maturity.

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CDA Provides a Solution
When Bristol County Savings Bank of Taunton, Massachusetts, found loan demand rapidly outpacing deposits, the bank's officers realized they had to choose between limiting new loans or seeking alternative funding.

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Using Advances to Boost Net Interest Income
Members wanting to increase net interest income could consider originating 15-year mortgages and using Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston advances as the funding source.

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Borrowing Smart Need a strategy for minimizing funding costs? Relationship manager David Birkins has compiled an easy-to-use list of must-know Bank funding sources.

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Stock Reduction for Overnight Advances The Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston will adjust to three percent the activity-based stock-investment requirement for all overnight advances.

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