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HIGHLAND HILLS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 13, 2001

Metropolitan Bank & Trust has partnered with the Ohio Motorists Association to offer members a variety of home equity loans and lines of credit with exclusive services and benefits.

The Ohio Motorists Association, (OMA) is a local chapter of the American Automobile Association, (AAA) providing road, travel and financial service options to its members. Metropolitan Bank & Trust is offering no origination or closing costs, fixed rate loans and variable rate equity lines from $5,000 to $200,000, and quick loan approvals to OMA members.

"It was a win-win situation because the OMA needed a source of loans for its members, and they were happy with our service level, quality and competitive rates," said Thomas Frawley, vice president of Metropolitan's retail lending, services and support division. "We had an earlier relationship with the OMA, so we are familiar with their expectations and are looking forward to working with them again."

OMA members can apply for home equity loans or lines of credit by calling 1-877-216-2886.

Profile of Metropolitan Bank & Trust

Metropolitan Financial Corp. is a Unitary Thrift Holding Company headquartered in Highland Hills, Ohio. Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company operates 24 full-service retail sales offices in northeastern Ohio and maintains eleven loan origination offices throughout Ohio and western Pennsylvania. To find out more about Metropolitan's products and services, please visit the Bank's Web site at www.benicetoyourmoney.com

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