Intermediary Relending Program

The SEARP&DC Intermediary Relending Program (IRP) is a business financing program providing below market fixed rate loans for development projects in rural areas of Barbour, Coffee, Covington, Dale, Geneva, Henry and Houston Counties. Development projects within the city limits of the City of Dothan are not eligible. Program funding originated through USDA/Rural Development, and their loan guidelines and environmental regulations apply.

Direct loans made by SEARP&DC to promote, stimulate, develop and advance business prosperity, economic welfare and to create and retain permanent jobs in rural areas of Southeast Alabama. Loans must be adequately collateralized.

Fixed asset financing (land, building construction/renovation, purchase of land and buildings, machinery and equipment).

Any existing or proposed business regardless of size. Must be “for profit”. Must be located in eligible rural area of Southeast Alabama.

Below prime and fixed. Rates determined by project needs.

Up to fifteen years, depending on individual project needs.

Owners are required to have a minimum 10% equity position in any IRP project.

$150,000

None

1.5% of IRP loan amount, plus applicable legal fees.

Life insurance on the principals of the business and hazard insurance on the value of the assets financed.

Required from all persons owning 20% or more of the business.