Amherst Securities LP
Amherst Securities Group Underwrites New Issue Deal for FHLB

3.5-year; non-call 6-month; Step-Up
Pricing Date

September 13, 2004

Settlement Date October 8, 2004
Structure 3.5-year; non-call 6-month
First Call Date

April 8, 2005 and quarterly thereafter

Maturity

October 8, 2008

Payment Dates Each April 8th and October 8th beginning April 2005
First Coupon 5%
Coupon Structure 5% to April 2005; resets biannually at 3%, 3.5%, 4%, 4.5%, 5%, 6%
Size $15 million
Issuer Federal Home Loan Bank System
CUSIP 3133X8PK2
Currency USD