The tax-exempt status of the bonds results in extremely low interest rates. Manufacturing businesses as well as not-for-profit organizations are eligible for this loan program. Loan amounts for manufacturers range from $1 million to $10 million. There is no limit for not-for-profits. Terms vary and can range up to 30 years.
The Oakland County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) was established in 1980 under Act No. 338 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1974, as amended, the Economic Development Corporations Act, in order to stimulate business capital investment, contribute to the areas employment, increase local tax base, and provide needed public services.
The SBA 504 loan program (fact sheet file size 99k) provides viable small and medium size businesses with long-term fixed rate financing for the acquisition or construction of fixed assets.
The Oakland County Business Finance Corporation (OCBFC)was certified under the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Certified Development Company program in September, 1982. The OCBFC acts as an agent to analyze, package and submit loan requests under the SBA 504 loan program. The OCBFC also acts as the serviceing agent for the approved loans. The purpose of the OCBFC is to stimulate the growth and expansion of business in Oakland County.