Today's announcement has the potential to make wind energy more accessible inMaine, according to USDA Rural Development Maine State DirectorRhiannon Hampson. "This partnership betweenUSDAandDOEcreates new funding, technical assistance, and research and development opportunities," said Director Hampson. "...
USDA Awards Micmacs, Rural Maine Communities Development FundsPRESQUE ISLE, Maine -- The Aroostook Band of Micmacs on Thursdaywere awarded a substantial loan...Lynds, Jen
“If you’re a rural school and you’re having a hard time because your student population numbers are down and your state aid may not be what it once was, and the cafeteria is having a hard time, we may set you up with a rural school who has been successful in figuring this out,...
1. USDA Guaranteed Loans (the most popular) USDA Guaranteed Loans are the most popularrural development mortgageprogram because they are 100% financing mortgages that applicants with a moderate income can use to buy a home in a rural area. Guaranteed Loans don’t have a specific set of maximum...
rural area. The USDA provides an online tool called the “USDA Property Eligibility Map” that can help you determine whether your desired location qualifies. Mine is a great place to qualify for a USDA RD mortgage as most of Maine is considered Rural. Tip: Avoid Portland, Lewiston, Auburn...
USDA Rural Development Awards $2 Million to Orono for Katahdin Site RedevelopmentORONO, Maine -- USDA Rural Development State Director VirginiaManuel announced Tuesday a total...Gagnon, Dawn
USDA to Help with $3 Million Loan for New Patten Medical FacilityPATTEN, Maine --- The U.S. Department of Agriculture RuralDevelopment announced Wednesday that...Lynds, Jen