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The evolving role of the Federal Home Loan Banks in mortgage markets


Abstract: The Federal Home Loan Banks are part of a system created by the federal government to promote home ownership. This Commentary looks at new initiatives undertaken by these government-sponsored enterprises to expand their role in financial markets-and the attendant implications for their balance sheets.

Keywords: Housing - Finance; Mortgages; Federal home loan banks;

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Part of Series: Economic Commentary

Publication Date: 2003

Issue: Jun

Order Number: 1