TD Bank Devotes $10B To Residential Lending In Underserved Communities

TD Bank has devoted about $20 billion to programs that serve diverse and minority communities, with a large chunk going to support residential lending. Half of the designated funds are classified for residential lending for low- and moderate-income and/or minority borrowers, according to a press release.  This includes both first-time homebuyer and home equity loans, and particularly targets the Boston, Baltimore, D.C., New York, Miami, and Philadelphia markets.  “At TD Bank, we know our success is tied directly to the people and the communities we serve. When they flourish, we succeed,” said Leo Salom, President and CEO. “One of our primary objectives as a purpose-driven bank is to help power economic opportunities that help low- and moderate-income, diverse, and underserved…