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FHLB: Federal Home Loan Banks in Commercial Real Estate

An FHLB (sometimes referred to as an FHLBank) or Federal Home Loan Bank is a region based bank that is part of a federally backed group of banks who provide housing finance and community investment loans. There are 11 FHLBs in total that provide reliable liquidity to financial institutions that are members of the program in order to support community investment and housing finance in the country.

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What are FHLBs in Commercial Real Estate?

An FHLB (sometimes referred to as an FHLBank) or Federal Home Loan Bank is a region-based bank that is part of a federally backed group of banks that provide housing finance and community investment loans. There are 11 FHLBs in total that provide reliable liquidity to financial institutions that are members of the program in order to support community investment and housing finance across the country. FHLBanks and their members make up the largest source of community credit and home mortgages in the country.

Divided into 11 regions, FHLBs are headquartered as follows:

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  • FHLBank Atlanta

  • FHLBank Boston

  • FHLBank Chicago

  • FHLBank Cincinnati

  • FHLBank Dallas

  • FHLBank Des Moines

  • FHLBank Indianapolis

  • FHLBank New York

  • FHLBank Pittsburgh

  • FHLBank San Francisco

  • FHLBank Topeka

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    What are the benefits of using Federal Home Loan Banks for commercial real estate financing?

    The Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLB) provide reliable liquidity to financial institutions that are members of the program in order to support community investment and housing finance across the country. FHLBanks and their members make up the largest source of community credit and home mortgages in the country.

    Benefits of using FHLB for commercial real estate financing include:

    • Lower interest rates
    • Longer amortizations
    • Longer terms
    • Higher loan-to-value ratios, meaning smaller down payments for investors

    For more information, please visit https://www.fhlbanks.com/.

    What types of commercial real estate projects are eligible for Federal Home Loan Bank financing?

    The Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) offers financing for a broad range of eligible commercial property types, including retail, office, industrial, multifamily, hospitality, and healthcare. The FHLB provides reliable liquidity to financial institutions that are members of the program in order to support community investment and housing finance across the country.

    The FHLB offers a variety of loan products, including advances, letters of credit, and other credit products. The FHLB also offers grants and other programs to support community development and affordable housing initiatives.

    For more information on the types of commercial real estate projects eligible for FHLB financing, please visit the FHLB website.

    How do Federal Home Loan Banks help small businesses access commercial real estate financing?

    Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLBs) provide reliable liquidity to financial institutions that are members of the program in order to support community investment and housing finance across the country. FHLBanks and their members make up the largest source of community credit and home mortgages in the country.

    The Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) loan can be used to buy real estate, buy equipment, refinance debt, or to buy a business or franchise. FHLBs can provide small businesses with access to SBA 7(a) loans, which can be used to finance commercial real estate.

    For more information on FHLBs and SBA 7(a) loans, please visit the following websites:

    • https://www.fhlbanks.com/
    • https://www.sba7a.loans/

    What are the requirements for obtaining Federal Home Loan Bank financing for commercial real estate?

    In order to obtain Federal Home Loan Bank financing for commercial real estate, you will need to meet certain requirements. These include having a detailed business plan, plans for the property, 3-5 years of financial documents (business and personal), and a good personal credit history. Additionally, you must not change or alter the ownership of your business without first seeking the approval of the SBA, and you must seek the permission of the Small Business Administration before attempting to take out any additional financing that uses your commercial property as collateral. The SBA also requires that borrowers pay their federal taxes, as well as hazard insurance for their property. For more information, you can check out the SBA loan checklist.

    What are the advantages and disadvantages of using Federal Home Loan Banks for commercial real estate financing?

    The advantages of using Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLB) for commercial real estate financing include access to reliable liquidity, competitive interest rates, longer amortizations, longer terms, and higher loan-to-value ratios. This means that investors can have smaller down payments and access to more financing options.

    The disadvantages of using FHLB for commercial real estate financing include the fact that the loans are only available to members of the program, and the fact that the loans are region-based, meaning that the availability of financing may be limited depending on the region. Additionally, the terms of the loans may vary depending on the region and the type of loan.

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