Banking on Connections - An FHLBank Chicago Podcast
Banking and the financial industry are complex. At the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, we’re here to help bridge gaps and drive inclusive conversations that showcase how banking connects all of us. On Banking on Connections, you’ll meet FHLBank Chicago employees and other financial and housing industry thought leaders, discover products and programs that help create thriving communities, gain the latest market insights, and feel more connected to a vital part of the U.S. financial system.
You can listen to Banking on Connections on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.
Episode List
Episode One - Housing Market, Homebuyers, and the Role of the MPF® Program
On our first episode, we look into a topic that’s top of many people’s minds across the country—the housing market. Even if you aren’t selling a home or on the prowl to purchase one, you’ve likely heard stories from somebody you know attempting to navigate the strenuous process. And that can be compounded by what we hear on the news regarding home availability and affordability. The housing market is tough and sometimes even more challenging to understand. We’re using this episode to take a peek under the hood to gain some perspective on how this all comes together and today’s market.
We sat down with John Stocchetti, Executive Vice President and Group Head of Mortgage Partnership Finance® (MPF) Program at FHLBank Chicago, who has been a leader in the housing space for nearly two decades. John discusses what he’s seeing in the mortgage market, how local lenders are adapting to help their customers, and how the MPF Program benefits member financial institutions and everyday homebuyers.