News
EBRMFA plans to raise $20 million for local home mortgages
January 20, 2009
Taking advantage of improved market conditions and increased consumer demand, the East Baton Rouge Mortgage Finance Authority is moving forward with a $20 million bond sale that will fund mortgages for an estimated 160 local homebuyers.
EBR Mortgage Finance Authority closings brisk despite U.S. real estate slump
August 8, 2008
Closings on home mortgages provided by the East Baton Rouge Mortgage Finance Authority were brisk in the first quarter of this year, contrary to the nationwide slump in real estate sales.
EBR Mortgage Finance Authority commits all available funds
August 1, 2008
New bond issue will provide funding for additional mortgages in Baton Rouge
New mortgage program helps emergency responders buy homes
February 27, 2008
Mayor Holden and EBR Mortgage Authority say program to help retain personnel
EBR Mortgage Finance Authority launches $20 million program for homebuyers
January 16, 2008
Program features reduced interest rates, down payment and closing fee assistance
EBR Mortgage Finance Authority commits $40 million to local homebuyers
September 12, 2007
Commitment of Authority’s bond money is fastest in over 20 years
EBRMFA ranks as 3rd most productive local housing finance authority in nation
May 11, 2007
Thomson Financial, a major provider of information to the business community, has ranked the East Baton Rouge Mortgage Finance Authority as the third most productive local housing finance authority in the nation in terms of bond issues sold.
EBR Mortgage Finance Authority to offer $700,000 in local grants and joint venture projects
April 16, 2007
The East Baton Rouge Mortgage Finance Authority announced today a $700,000 program that will provide grants and capital for projects by non-profit organizations that help place local residents in homes, or promote economic development and neighborhood revitalization.