{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Real View","title":"Ohio Policy Talk #32: FHLB Cincinnati, the Hidden Engine Behind Housing Investment","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/c08b4cec\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1236,"description":"In this episode of Ohio Policy Talks, Anastasia and Veronica are joined by Damon Allen, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing and Community Investment Officer at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati. Damon helps explain how the Federal Home Loan Bank system works, why it matters to housing finance, and how its programs support member financial institutions, homebuyers, and communities across Ohio. The conversation also explores affordable housing, community investment, and the partnerships that help expand housing opportunities. For REALTOR® members, this episode offers a helpful look at a part of the housing system that often works behind the scenes but has a real impact on local communities.\nFull Description / Show Notes\nHear from Damon Allen about his background and his role at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati.\nLearn what the Federal Home Loan Bank system is and how FHLB Cincinnati fits into that broader network.\nUnderstand how liquidity supports member financial institutions and helps strengthen housing finance.\nExplore how FHLB Cincinnati’s work can reach homebuyers, small businesses, and neighborhoods through its member institutions.\nDive into the Affordable Housing Program and how it supports affordable housing development and preservation.\nDiscover what REALTOR® members should know about FHLB Cincinnati’s tools and community investment work.\nSee how partnerships can help expand homeownership, support neighborhood investment, and strengthen local communities.\nLook ahead at what will be important for expanding housing opportunities and supporting long-term community growth across Ohio.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Hja95vuRO7GmkIdPCasJBQIJb7pxLvNgMMep3FiJTt0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzE2ODY0LzE2MDc2/MzI5OTEtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}