In determining whether to accept a linked deposit loan package, the Authority shall confirm the eligibility of the applicant and consider:
(1) the number and kinds of jobs to be created or retained as a result of providing the linked deposit;
(2) the amount of the loan;
(3) the amount of money in the Fund and the amount committed to linked deposits;
(4) whether the availability of linked deposit financing is essential for the economic feasibility of the acquisition;
(5) the economic needs of the area in which the eligible business is located;
(6) the financial feasibility of the loan; and
(7) other factors that the Authority considers relevant.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Division I - Secretary of Commerce and Department of Commerce
Title 5 - Economic Development and Financial Assistance Programs
Subtitle 4 - Maryland Industrial Development Financing Authority
Part VI - Linked Deposit Program
Section 5-456 - Conditional Approval
Section 5-458 - Payment Schedule