Linked Investment Program for Commercial
Enterprises
This program reduces borrower's interest rate. Loans will be approved and funded by lenders according to their own policies. The Maine State Treasurer will make a deposit in the form of a Certificate of Deposit (CD) at up to 2% less than prevailing rate providing similar discount is applied on the lender's loan to the business.
Eligibility
- Non-agricultural, for-profit businesses located in Maine.
- 20 or fewer employees or annual sales of less than $2,500,000.
- Must be a manufacturer or have 70% of sales outside the State.
- Loan proceeds for real property, fixed assets, research or working capital.
- 50% owned by Maine residents.
- Create or retain one job for each $20,000 of deposited funds.
Loan Amount / Exposure
- Maximum CD investment of $200,000 (actual loan amount may be greater).
Interest Rate
Up to 2% interest rate savings to borrower.
Loan Term
- CD investment made for maximum of one year (loan term may be greater).
- Participation limited to two years.
Security
Collateral requirements are at the lender's discretion. The Treasurer's CD investment is not pledged as collateral for the loan.
Fees
$50 application fee.
Process
Contact FAME for reservation application.
Additional Information
Loans approved and made by lenders according to their own policies. This investment does not constitute loan collateral. Loan does not need to be insured by FAME.
Contact
207-623-3263
1-800-228-3734
FAX: 207-623-0095
TTY: 207-626-2717