-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, Sb1U8cISgKSYEX9k+S5sZLmw3ERbpHmRuYwVG3RVcy7xWAGk/oEHCFiQiVWEHcLj dkiG58tq7Rc8164/rs83uA== 0000718446-97-000006.txt : 19970421 0000718446-97-000006.hdr.sgml : 19970421 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0000718446-97-000006 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: SB-2 PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 FILED AS OF DATE: 19970418 SROS: NASD FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: MARATHON BANCORP CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000718446 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: STATE COMMERCIAL BANKS [6022] IRS NUMBER: 953770539 STATE OF INCORPORATION: CA FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: SB-2 SEC ACT: 1933 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 333-25479 FILM NUMBER: 97583716 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 11444 W OLYMPIC BL STREET 2: STE 900 CITY: LOS ANGELES STATE: CA ZIP: 90064 BUSINESS PHONE: 3109969100 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 11444 W OLYMPIC BL. STREET 2: STE 900 CITY: LOS ANGELES STATE: CA ZIP: 90064 SB-2 1 Registration No. ________ SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SB-2 Registration Statement Under the Securities Act of 1933 MARATHON BANCORP (Name of Small Business Issuer in its Charter) CALIFORNIA 95-3770539 (State or Other Jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer Incorporation or Organization) Identification No.) 11150 W. OLYMPIC BOULEVARD, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 95604, (310) 996-9100 (Address and Telephone Number of Principal Executive Offices) 11150 W. OLYMPIC BOULEVARD, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 95604 (Address of Principal Place of Business) CRAIG D. COLLETTE, PRESIDENT & CEO 11150 W. OLYMPIC BOULEVARD, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 95604, (310) 996-9100 (Name, Address and Telephone of Agent for Service) Copy to: Gary Steven Findley, Esq., Gary Steven Findley & Associates 1470 North Hundley Street, Anaheim, California 92806, (714) 630-7136 Approximate Date of Proposed Sale to the Public _________ If this Form is filed to register additional securities for an offering pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act, check the following box and list the Securities Act registration statement number of earlier effective registration statement for the same offering. [ ] _________________________. If this Form is a post-effective amendment filed pursuant to Rule 462(c) under the Securities Act, check the following box and list the Securities Act registration statement number of the earlier effective registration statement for the same offering. [ ] _________________________. If delivery of the Prospectus is expected to be made pursuant to Rule 434, please check the following box. [ ] CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Title of Dollar Proposed Proposed each Class Amount to Maximum Maximum of Securi- be Offering Aggregate Amount of ties to be Registered Price Offering Registration Registered (a) Per Unit Price Fee Common $4,000,001.00 $2.25 $4,400,001.00 $1,333.34 Stock (No Par Value) The registrant hereby amends this registration statement on such date or dates as may be necessary to delay its effective date until the registrant shall file a further amendment which specifically states that this registration statement shall thereafter become effective in accordance with Section 8(a) of the Securities Act of 1933 or until the registration statement shall become effective on such date as the Commission, acting pursuant to said Section 8(a), may determine. MARATHON BANCORP Cross-Reference Sheet Items in Form SB-2 and Prospectus Pursuant to Item 501(b) of Regulation S-K Item No. Form SB-2 Caption Location in Prospectus 1. Front of Registration Statement and Outside Front Cover Page of Prospectus Same 2. Inside Front and Outside Back Cover Pages of Prospectus Same 3. Summary Information and Risk Factors PROSPECTUS SUMMARY, RISK FACTORS 4. Use of Proceeds PROSPECTUS SUMMARY, USE OF PROCEEDS 5. Determination of the Offering Price PROSPECTUS SUMMARY, THE OFFERING--Determination of the Offering Price 6. Dilution Not Applicable 7. Selling Security Holders Not Applicable 8. Plan of Distribution THE OFFERING--General, PLAN OF DISTRIBUTION 9. Legal Proceedings BUSINESS 10. Directors, Executive Officers, Promoters and Control Persons MANAGEMENT 11. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF COMMON STOCK 12. Description of Securities DESCRIPTION OF CAPITAL STOCK 13. Interest of Named Experts and Counsel LEGAL MATTERS 14. Disclosure of Commission Position on Indemnification For Securities Act Liabilities MANAGEMENT 15. Organization Within Last Five Years BUSINESS 16. Description of Business BUSINESS 17. Management's Discussion and Analysis or Plan of Operation MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS CROSS REFERENCE SHEET (Continued) Item No. Form SB-2 Caption Location in Prospectus 18. Description of Property BUSINESS 19. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS 20. Market for Common Equity and Related Shareholder Matters COMMON STOCK PRICE RANGE AND DIVIDENDS 21. Executive Compensation MANAGEMENT 22. Financial Statements FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 23. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Not Applicable PROSPECTUS MARATHON BANCORP COMMON STOCK, NO PAR VALUE UP TO 1,955,556 SHARES Marathon Bancorp (the "Company") is offering for sale up to 1,955,556 shares of common stock, no par value (the "Common Stock") for a cash price of $2.25 per share (the "Offering Price") subject to the terms and conditions of this offering (the "Offering"). Shareholders of record as of ______ __, 1997 ("Record Holders") will be given a preference to subscribe for shares of Common Stock in the Offering until ______ __, 1997, unless extended by the Company ("Expiration Time"). To the extent that shares of Common Stock are not fully subscribed for by Record Holders pursuant to their preference to subscribe for Common Stock in this Offering, the remaining shares of Common Stock in this offering will be offered to the public (the "Public Offering"). The minimum number of shares for which a member of the public may subscribe is 500 shares. The Offering shall terminate at the Expiration Time. The Company reserves the right to limit the number of shares that may be purchased by any person or entity, including Record Holders, under certain circumstances. See "THE OFFERING--General." All of the proceeds of the Offering will be contributed by the Company to its wholly-owned subsidiary Marathon National Bank (the "Bank") in order to enable the Bank to (i) satisfy certain capital ratios, including a Tier 1 capital to risk weighted assets capital ratio ("Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio") of at least 8.5% and Tier 1 capital to actual adjusted total assets capital ratio ("leverage capital ratio") of at least 6% as provided in the Bank's strategic plan as submitted to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (the "OCC") under a Formal Agreement entered into between the Bank and the OCC and (ii) maintain an adequate capital position as set forth in a capital plan submitted to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco ("FRBSF") pursuant to a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") entered into between the Company and the FRBSF. The Common Stock is traded in the over-the-counter market and is not listed on any exchange or quoted by NASDAQ. There is no established trading market for the Common Stock, and no assurances can be given that an active public market will exist as a result of this Offering. THE PURCHASE OF COMMON STOCK IN THE OFFERING INVOLVES A HIGH DEGREE INVESTMENT RISK. SHAREHOLDERS AND PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS ARE URGED TO READ AND CAREFULLY CONSIDER THE MATTERS SET FORTH UNDER THE HEADING "RISK FACTORS." THE SECURITIES OFFERED HEREBY ARE NOT SAVINGS OR DEPOSIT ACCOUNTS AND ARE NOT INSURED BY THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION OR ANY OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY. THESE SECURITIES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED BY THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION (THE "COMMISSION") OR ANY STATE SECURITIES COMMISSION NOR HAS THE COMMISSION OR ANY STATE SECURITIES COMMISSION PASSED UPON THE ACCURACY OR ADEQUACY OF THIS PROSPECTUS. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE. Subscription Underwriting Proceeds to Price Discounts and Company (2) Commissions (1) Per Share $2.25 $0.1125 $2.1375 Total (3) $4,400,001.00 $220,000.05 $4,180,000.95 (1) The Company is offering the shares on a "best efforts" basis through its officers and directors and participating licensed brokers and dealers that are members of the NASD acting as selling agents for the Company. The officers and directors of the Company will not receive compensation for selling such shares, but will be reimbursed by the Company for any reasonable out-of-pocket expenses. Participating licensed brokers and dealers acting as selling agents for the Company will receive commissions of 5% of the gross proceeds received for shares sold by such selling agents in the Public Offering. The total commissions assumes that all 1,955,556 shares offered will be sold by such selling agents. The Company expects to agree to indemnify the participating selling agents against certain liabilities under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. See "THE OFFERING--General." (2) Before deducting expenses payable by the Company estimated at an aggregate of $80,000. (3) The total amounts and proceeds to the Company assume the purchase of 1,955,556 shares. The date of this Prospectus is _____________, 1997 NO PERSON HAS BEEN AUTHORIZED IN CONNECTION WITH ANY OFFERING MADE HEREBY TO GIVE ANY INFORMATION OR TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION OTHER THAN AS CONTAINED IN THIS PROSPECTUS, AND IF GIVEN OR MADE, SUCH INFORMATION OR REPRESENTATION MUST NOT BE RELIED UPON AS HAVING BEEN AUTHORIZED BY THE COMPANY. THIS PROSPECTUS DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN OFFER TO SELL OR A SOLICITATION OF AN OFFER TO BUY ANY SECURITIES OFFERED HEREBY TO ANY PERSON OR BY ANYONE IN ANY JURISDICTION IN WHICH IT IS UNLAWFUL TO MAKE SUCH OFFER OR SOLICITATION. NEITHER THE DELIVERY OF THIS PROSPECTUS NOR ANY SALE MADE HEREUNDER SHALL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CREATE ANY IMPLICATION THAT THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS CORRECT AS OF ANY TIME SUBSEQUENT TO THE DATE HEREOF. AVAILABLE INFORMATION The Company is subject to the informational requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), and in accordance therewith files reports, proxy statements and other information with the Commission. Such reports, proxy statements and other information filed by the Company can be inspected and copied at the public reference facilities maintained by the Commission at Room 1024, Judiciary Plaza, 450 Fifth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20549; and at the Commission's Regional Offices located on the 13th Floor, 7 World Trade Center, New York, New York 10048 and Suite 1400, 500 West Madison Street, Chicago, Illinois 60661. Copies of such material also may be obtained at prescribed rates from the Public Reference Section of the Commission at Judiciary Plaza, 450 Fifth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20549. The Company has filed with the Commission a Registration Statement on Form SB-2 (as it may be amended, the "Registration Statement") pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), with respect to the securities offered hereby. This Prospectus does not contain all of the information set forth in the Registration Statement and the exhibits and schedules relating thereto as permitted by the rules and regulations of the Commission. For further information pertaining to the Company and the securities offered hereby, reference is made to the Registration Statement and the exhibits thereto. Items of information omitted from this Prospectus, but contained in the Registration Statement, may be obtained at prescribed rates or inspected without charge at the Commission, Washington, D.C. The Commission also maintains a site on the World Wide Web that contains reports, proxy and information statements and other information regarding the Company. The address for such site is http://www.sec.gov. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PROSPECTUS SUMMARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .1 The Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .1 Use of Proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .1 Risk Factors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .1 The Offering. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .2 Summary Selected Consolidated Financial Data . . . . . .4 RISK FACTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Risk of Continued Losses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .5 Dependence on Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Asset Quality; Impact of Recessionary Environment in the Company's Market Area. . . . . . . 6 Interest Rate Risk. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Noncompliance with Capital Requirements at Year End 1996 and Risk of Future Noncompliance. .. . . 7 Existing and Potential Regulatory Enforcement Actions .7 Restrictions on Ability to Pay Dividends. .. . . . . . .8 Market Considerations . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Offering Price. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..9 Dilution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Potential Loss of Certain Tax Attributes. . . . . .. . .9 Regulatory Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .9 Substantial Competition in the Banking Industry .. . . 10 THE COMPANY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 THE OFFERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 11 Method of Subscription by Record Holders. . . .. . . . 11 Method of Subscription by those other than Record Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Method of Subscription-General. . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Foreign and Certain Other Shareholders. . . . . . . . .14 Percentage Limitation and Effect on Tax Attributes. . .14 Regulatory Limitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Determination of Offering Price . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Commitments of Certain Directors and Officers . . .. . 16 USE OF PROCEEDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Capital Ratios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 16 COMMON STOCK PRICE RANGE AND DIVIDENDS . . . . . . . . . . .17 CAPITALIZATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OFFINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . .18 BUSINESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 28 MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 38 BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF COMMON STOCK . . . . . . . . . . .. 44 CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS . . . . . . 44 DESCRIPTION OF CAPITAL STOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 45 PLAN OF DISTRIBUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 LEGAL MATTERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 47 EXPERTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS . . . . . . . ..F-1 PROSPECTUS SUMMARY The following information is qualified in its entirety by reference to, and should be read in conjunction with, the detailed information and consolidated financial statements and notes thereto set forth elsewhere in this Prospectus. References to the "Company" are to Marathon Bancorp and Marathon National Bank on a consolidated basis. References to "Marathon Bancorp" are to Marathon Bancorp on an unconsolidated basis, and references to the "Bank" are to Marathon National Bank. The Company Marathon Bancorp is a registered bank holding company conducting operations through its sole subsidiary, Marathon National Bank, a national banking association. The Bank is a member of the Federal Reserve System, and its deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (the "FDIC") to the applicable limits. The Bank currently operates through its head offices at 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California and serves mainly the commercial and wholesale businesses, and professionals in the West Los Angeles area. As of December 31, 1996, the Company had total assets, deposits and shareholders' equity of $66.4 million, $62.9 million and $3.0 million, respectively. Marathon Bancorp's principal executive offices are also located at 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90064, and its telephone number is (310) 996-9100. Use of Proceeds The net proceeds to Marathon Bancorp from the Offering will depend upon the number of shares purchased by Record Holders and members of the public. Assuming the Offering results in the sale of 1,955,556 shares, the maximum number of shares offered, the net proceeds are estimated to be $4.12 million. Marathon Bancorp intends to contribute all of the net proceeds to the Bank to increase the Bank's capital and allow the Bank to (i) satisfy certain capital ratios, including a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio of at least 8.5% and leverage capital ratio of at least to 6% as provided in the Bank's strategic plan as submitted to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (the "OCC") under a formal agreement ("Formal Agreement") entered into between the Bank and the OCC, and (ii) maintain an adequate capital position as set forth in a capital plan submitted to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco ("FRBSF") pursuant to a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") entered into between the Company and the FRBSF. The Bank's Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and leverage capital ratio as of March 31, 1997 were 7.0% and 5.0%. Risk Factors A purchase of Marathon Bancorp's securities involves a high degree of investment risk. Potential purchasers of Common Stock should carefully consider the information set forth under the heading "RISK FACTORS" which follows this summary. The Offering Securities Offered A maximum of 1,955,556 shares of Common Stock. Record Date Holders will be given a preference to subscribe for shares of Common Stock in the Offering until the Expiration Time. To the extent that shares of Common Stock are not fully subscribed by Record Holders pursuant to their preference to subscribe for Common Stock in the Offering, the remaining shares of Common Stock will be offered to the public. The minimum number of shares which a member of the public may subscribe is 500 shares. See "THE OFFERING--Method of Subscription by Record Holders" and "--Method of Subscription by those other than Record Holders." Offering Price $2.25 per share of Common Stock, payable in cash. See "THE OFFERING--Determination of Offering Price." Shares of Common Stock Outstanding and Shares Outstanding after Offering As of the Record Date, there were 1,589,596 shares of Common Stock outstanding and 3,545,152 outstanding after the Offering assuming that 1,955,556 shares in this Offering are sold. Record Date ________, 1997. Expiration Time The preference for subscriptions by Record Holders expire at 5:00 p.m., California time, ________ __, 1997, unless extended in the discretion of Marathon Bancorp ("Expiration Time"). The Offering also expires at the Expiration Time. Issuance of Common Stock Certificates representing shares of Common Stock purchased pursuant to Offering will be delivered as soon as practicable after completion of the Offering. Selling Agents Marathon Bancorp will pay participating licensed brokers and dealers that are members of the NASD ("Selling Agents") a commission equal to 5% of the gross proceeds received for shares sold by such selling agents in the Public Offering. See "THE OFFERING--General." Private Placement Offering Marathon Bancorp completed a private placement offering on March 24, 1997 whereby 340,832 shares of Common Stock were sold at the cash price of $2.25 per share for an aggregate amount of $766,872. All of the net proceeds of such offering was contributed to the Bank to increase its capital levels. Intentions of Directors and Officers The directors and executive officers of Marathon Bancorp as a group have indicated their intention to purchase, in the aggregate, 31,111 shares of Common Stock. These indications of interest are based upon each director's and officer's evaluation of his or her own financial and other circumstances. Upon their acquisition of such shares in the Offering, the directors and executive officers, as a group, will own beneficially 468,546 shares or approximately 13.2% of the outstanding stock after completion of the Offering, assuming the sale of 1,955,556 shares in the Offering. Summary Selected Consolidated Financial Data (Dollars in thousands, except per share data) As of or for the Year Ended December 31, 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 Statement of Operations Data: Interest income $ 5,180 $ 6,075 $ 6,158 $ 7,283 $10,248 Interest expense 1,177 1,322 1,427 2,107 3,562 Net interest income 4,003 4,753 4,731 5,176 6,686 Provision for loan losses 601 561 0 2,240 3,597 Net gain (loss) on sale of securities -- -- -- 172 (502) Other noninterest income 220 259 430 590 292 Noninterest expense 4,561 5,854 5,920 7,940 7,810 Loss before income taxes and extraordinary item (939) (1,403) (759) (4,242) (4,931) Net loss (939) (1,403) (647) (3,905) (2,976) Per Share Data: Net loss (0.75) (1.12) (0.52) (3.13) (2.38) Cash dividends declared 0 0 0 0 0 Book value (1) 2.44 3.18 4.30 4.82 7.95 Period End Balance Sheet Data: Loans, net of deferred fees 47,696 50,235 56,575 63,018 76,132 Assets 66,393 86,755 97,181 102,283 143,081 Deposits 62,881 82,530 91,300 94,994 130,997 Shareholders' equity 3,043 3,976 5,367 6,024 9,930 Asset Quality: Nonperforming loans (2) 612 820 2,105 2,866 3,106 Other real estate owned (OREO) (3) 3,085 2,654 6,138 7,278 10,226 Total nonperforming loans and OREO 3,697 3,474 8,243 10,144 13,332 Asset Quality Ratios: Net charge-offs to average loans 0.5% 1.2% 1.2% 3.7% 3.9% Nonperforming loans to total period-end loans 1.3% 1.6% 3.7% 4.6% 4.1% Nonperforming loans and OREO to period-end assets 5.6% 4.0% 8.5% 9.9% 9.3% Allowance for loan losses to period-end nonperforming loans 1.8 0.9 0.4 0.5 0.6 Selected Performance Ratios: Return on average assets (4) (1.2)% (1.6)% (0.7)% (3.1)% (2.0)% Return on average shareholders' equity(22.8)% (26.8)% (10.7)% (47.4)% (23.9)% Average shareholders' equity to average assets 5.2% 6.1% 6.3% 6.5% 8.3% Noninterest expense to average assets 5.8% 6.8% 6.2% 6.3% 5.2% Net interest margin (4) 4.7% 5.4% 4.9% 3.8% 3.7% Company Capital Ratios: Tier 1 risk-based 6.1% 7.3% 8.3% 7.9% 10.9% Total risk-based 7.4% 8.6% 9.6% 9.1% 12.1% Leverage 4.1% 4.8% 5.6% 5.9% 6.6% Bank Capital Ratios: Tier 1 risk-based 6.1% 7.3% 8.4% 7.9% 10.9% Total risk-based 7.4% 8.6% 9.6% 9.1% 12.1% Leverag 4.1% 4.9% 5.6% 5.9% 6.6% _________________ (1) All book value per share numbers are based on the number of shares outstanding at period end. (2) Includes nonaccrual loans, of $568,000 at year-end 1996, $523,000 at year-end 1995, $564,000 at year-end 1994, $1,149,000 at year-end 1993 and $644,000 at year-end 1992. (3) Includes other real estate acquired through legal foreclosure or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure and loans classified as in substance foreclosures. (4) Computed on a tax equivalent basis. RISK FACTORS Risk of Continued Losses The Company reported net losses of $0.9 million for 1996, $1.4 million for 1995, $0.6 million for 1994, $3.9 million for 1993 and $3.0 million for 1992. These results included provisions for loan losses of $.6 million for 1996, $.6 million for 1995, $0 for 1994, $2.2 million for 1993 and $3.6 million for 1992 reflecting the prolonged economic recession in Southern California. The Company's recent results have also been adversely affected by OREO expense, which consists of holding expenses and writedowns, of $.4 million in 1996 and $1.4 million in 1995. The ability of the Company's management to reverse the trend of its net losses is largely dependent on the quality and level of its earning and nonperforming assets, the interest rate environment and the adequacy of its allowance for loan losses. The real estate market in Southern California and the overall economy in the area could continue to have a significant effect on the quality and level of the Company's assets in the future. At December 31, 1996, the Company's allowance for loan losses was $1.1 million, which represented 2.3% of gross loans and 180% of nonperforming loans. Although this allowance is intended to cover known and inherent risks in the loan portfolio, the allowance is an estimate which is inherently uncertain and depends on the outcome of future events. Provisions for loan losses will be made in the future, as necessary, to reflect risks in the loan portfolio. There can be no assurance that such additional provisions for loan losses will not be substantial, or that such provisions will not adversely impact the Company's results of operations in any given reporting period or over a longer period of time. Moreover, there can be no assurance that the Company will not continue to make OREO writedowns in the future. See "MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS--Operating Performance-Provision for Loan Losses,"-Financial Condition--Allowance For Loan Losses" and "BUSINESS--Principal Market Area." Management of the Company is continuing its efforts to improve the quality of the Company's assets. No assurances can be given, however, that management will be successful in reducing the Company's nonperforming assets or that the Company will have profitable operations in the future. Dependence on Real Estate The Company's primary lending focus historically has been real estate mortgage and commercial lending, and, to a lesser extent, construction lending. At December 31, 1996, real estate mortgage loans, commercial loans secured by real estate, construction loans and consumer loans secured by real estate comprised approximately 68% of the Company's loan portfolio. In light of the ongoing economic recession in Southern California and the impact it has had and may have on the Southern California real estate market, this real estate dependence increases the risk of loss in both the Company's loan portfolio and its holdings of OREO. For a more detailed discussion of the specific characteristics of the Company's real estate mortgage loan portfolio, nonperforming loans, OREO and allowance for loan losses, see "MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS--Financial Condition--Loans;" --Financial Condition--Allowance for Loan Losses;" and --Operating Performance--Provisions for Loan Losses." Asset Quality; Impact of Recessionary Environment in the Company's Market Area The Company concentrates on marketing to, and servicing the needs of, individuals and small- to medium-sized businesses in Los Angeles and Orange County. The economy in general and the real estate market in particular in these market areas are suffering from the effects of a prolonged recession that have negatively impacted the ability of certain borrowers of the Company to perform under the original terms of their obligations to the Company and eroded the value of the Company's real estate collateral. See "BUSINESS--Principal Market Area." The effects of the recession have resulted in an increase in the level of nonperforming loans and charge-offs against the allowance for loan losses and an erosion in the value of the Company's real estate collateral and OREO. At December 31, 1996, the Company had nonperforming loans of $.6 million and $3.1 million in OREO. There were no loans with modified terms at December 31, 1996. Management has also identified $69 thousand in loans where known information about possible credit problems of the borrowers caused management, at December 31, 1996, to have serious doubts as to the ability of such borrowers to comply with their present loan repayment terms and which may result in such loans becoming nonperforming loans or loans with modified terms at some future date. See "MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS--Financial Condition--Allowance for Loan Losses;" and "--Operating Performance--Provision for Loan Losses." The continuation or worsening of current economic conditions is likely to have an adverse effect on the Company's business, including the level of nonperforming assets and potential problem credits, the cash flow of borrowers and their ability to repay outstanding loans, the value of the Company's real estate collateral and OREO, the level of noninterest-bearing deposits and the demand for new loan originations. Although the Company has taken actions to reduce its dependence on real estate, such as curtailing lending on income producing investment properties and construction projects, seeking new non real estate related loan customers and otherwise taking steps to diversify its business, the Company faces substantial competition in its market area. There can be no assurance that such actions will be successful. See "BUSINESS--Competition." Interest Rate Risk The operations of the Company are significantly influenced by general economic conditions and by the related monetary and fiscal policies of the federal government. Deposit flows and the cost of funds are influenced by interest rates of competing investments and general market rates of interest. Lending activities are affected by the demand for loans, which in turn is affected by the interest rates at which such financing may be offered and by other factors affecting the availability of funds. The operations of the Company are substantially dependent on its net interest income, which is the difference between the interest income received from its interest-earning assets and the interest expense incurred in connection with its interest-bearing liabilities. To reduce exposure to interest rate fluctuations, the Company seeks to manage the balances of its interest sensitive assets and liabilities, and maintain the maturity and repricing of these assets and liabilities at appropriate levels. A mismatch between the amount of rate sensitive assets and rate sensitive liabilities in any time period is referred to as a "gap". Generally, if rate sensitive assets exceed rate sensitive liabilities, the net interest margin will be positively impacted during a rising rate environment and negatively impacted during a declining rate environment. When rate sensitive liabilities exceed rate sensitive assets, the net interest margin will generally be positively impacted during a declining rate environment and negatively impacted during a rising rate environment. See "MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS--Liquidity and Interest Rate Sensitivity." Increases in the level of interest rates may reduce the amount of loans originated by the Company, and, thus, the amount of loan and commitment fees, as well as the value of the Company's investment securities and other interest-earning assets. Moreover, fluctuations in interest rates also can result in disintermediation, which is the flow of funds away from depository institutions into direct investments, such as corporate securities and other investment vehicles which, because of the absence of federal deposit insurance, generally pay higher rates of return than depository institutions. Noncompliance with Capital Requirements at Year End 1996 and Risk of Future Noncompliance In that the Bank was in the "undercapitalized" category under the prompt corrective action provisions of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act and the prompt corrective action regulations of the OCC promulgated thereunder (collectively referred to as the "PCA Provisions") as of December 31, 1996, the Bank would have been required to file a capital restoration plan and would have been automatically subject to among other things, restrictions on dividends, management fees, and asset growth, and prohibited from opening new branches, making acquisitions or engaging in new lines of business without the approval of the OCC. However, the Bank on March 24, 1997 received a capital infusion of $766,872 from Marathon Bancorp and thereafter received a letter from the OCC on April 3, 1997 that the Bank was "adequately capitalized". As such the Bank did not have to submit a capital restoration plan or become subject to the other aspects of the PCA Provisions for being "undercapitalized". The Bank's capital infusion was the result of Marathon Bancorp raising $766,872 through the sale of 340,832 shares of Common Stock at $2.25 per share in a private placement offering in March 1997. Although the Bank is currently "adequately capitalized" under the PCA Provisions, there can be no assurances that the Company or the Bank will have capital in excess of all minimum regulatory requirements that are applicable to them. Although the Offering is designed to increase the Company's and the Bank's capital by an amount that will ensure that the Company and the Bank will have capital in excess of all minimum regulatory requirements that are applicable to them (see "USE OF PROCEEDS--Capital Ratios"), there can be no assurance that the Company or the Bank will continue to comply with all of these minimum capital requirements. In the event that the Company or the Bank fails to satisfy any minimum capital requirements, they could each be subject to enforcement actions by the bank regulatory authorities. See "BUSINESS--Supervision and Regulation--Existing and Potential Enforcement Actions." Existing and Potential Regulatory Enforcement Actions Following a supervisory examination of the Bank dated July 5, 1995, the Bank entered into a Formal Agreement with the OCC. The Formal Agreement requires the Bank to develop on an annual basis a strategic plan covering a period of three years. The strategic plan is required to include among other things (i) the achievement and maintenance by the Bank of a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio of at least 8.5% and a leverage capital ratio of at least 6%, (ii) attainment of satisfactory profitability, and (iii) reduction of OREO assets based on an individual parcel cost/benefit analysis that identifies the breakeven price and a marketing program designed to achieve each parcel's timely sale. On December 16, 1996, Marathon Bancorp entered into the MOU with the FRBSF under which Marathon Bancorp agreed, among other things, to (i) refrain from paying cash dividends, except with the prior approval of the FRBSF, (ii) submit to the FRBSF an acceptable plan to increase and maintain an adequate capital position for the Bank, (iii) not incur any debt without the prior approval of the FRBSF, (iv) not repurchase its stock without the prior approval of the FRBSF, (v) comply with Section 32 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act which requires Marathon Bancorp to notify the Federal Reserve Board of Governors ('FRB") prior to the addition of any director or senior executive officer and prohibits Marathon Bancorp from adding any such person if the FRB issues a notice of disapproval of such addition, (vi) employ a permanent full-time president and chief executive officer at Marathon Bancorp and the Bank with demonstrated experience in lending and the management and operations of a bank and (vii) submit progress reports detailing the form and manner of all actions taken to comply with the MOU. The MOU supersedes an earlier memorandum of understanding dated September 24, 1992 and a supervisory letter dated November 30, 1995. See "BUSINESS--Supervision and Regulation--Existing and Potential Enforcement Actions." Management believes that the Bank is currently in substantial compliance with the terms of the Formal Agreement and the MOU that are required to be met as of the date of this Prospectus. However, compliance is determined by the OCC with respect to the Formal Agreement and the FRBSF with respect to the MOU. In the event a determination is made that the Bank is not in compliance with any of the terms of the Formal Agreement or Marathon Bancorp is not in compliance with any of the terms of the MOU, the OCC and FRBSF, respectively would have available various enforcement measures available, including the imposition of a conservator or receiver (which would likely result in a substantial diminution or a total loss of the shareholders' investment in the Company), the issuance of a cease and desist order that can be judicially enforced, the termination of insurance of deposits, the imposition of civil money penalties, the issuance of directives to increase capital, the issuance of formal and informal agreements, the issuance of removal and prohibition orders against institution-affiliated parties and the imposition of restrictions and sanctions under the PCA Provisions. Restrictions on Ability to Pay Dividends As stated above, the MOU requires Marathon Bancorp to refrain from paying cash dividends, except with the prior approval of the FRBSF. Marathon Bancorp will not be able to pay cash dividends on the Common Stock without the prior approval of the FRBSF or unless the MOU is modified by the FRBSF to allow the payment of cash dividends or the MOU is terminated by the FRBSF. There are no assurances that the Company will generate earnings in the future which would permit the declaration of dividends. Furthermore, it is anticipated that for the foreseeable future any earnings which may be generated will be retained for the purpose of increasing the Company's and the Bank's capital and reserves in order to facilitate growth. Market Considerations There can be no assurance that the market price of the Common Stock will not decline during or after the subscription period to a level equal to or below the Offering Price, or that, following the sale of the shares of Common Stock , a purchaser of Common Stock in this Offering will be able to sell shares purchased in the Offering at a price equal to or greater than the Offering Price. Moreover, until stock certificates are delivered, subscribers in this Offering may not be able to sell the shares of Common Stock that they have purchased in the Offering. Certificates representing shares of Common Stock purchased pursuant to the Offering will be delivered as soon as practicable after the completion of the Offering. There can be no assurance that the market price of the Common Stock purchased in the Offering will not decline below the Offering Price before such shares of Common Stock are delivered. No interest will be paid to any subscriber in the Offering. Offering Price The Offering Price for the Common Stock was set by the Board of Directors (the "Board") in consultation with The Findley Group, taking into consideration factors which the Board believes relevant to a determination of the value of the Common Stock. Among the factors considered by the Board in determining the Offering Price were (i) the market value of the Common Stock; (ii) the present and projected operating results and financial condition of the Company; and (iii) an assessment of the Company's management and management's analysis of the growth potential of the Company and of the Company's market area. Dilution Record Holders and other shareholders who do not subscribe for shares of Common Stock equal to their percentage of equity ownership interest and voting power in the Company may suffer substantial dilution in their percentage of equity ownership interest and voting power in the Company. Moreover, the issuance of any shares of Common Stock in the Offering at a price per share that is less than book value per share will result in a reduction in the book value per share of all outstanding shares of Common Stock. In addition, it is possible that additional capital may be necessary or appropriate and shares of Common Stock may be offered for sale in the future. In that event, the relative voting power and equity interests of persons purchasing Common Stock in this Offering could be reduced, as the Common Stock has no preemptive rights. See "CAPITALIZATION." Potential Loss of Certain Tax Attributes The amount of net operating loss and certain tax credit carryforwards that a corporation may utilize to offset future taxable income or income tax payable in any taxable year may be limited under Section 382 ("Section 382") of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code") if an "ownership change" occurs with respect to such corporation. As of December 31, 1996, the Company had a net operating loss carryforward of approximately $3.7 million for federal tax purposes and $5.3 million for state tax purposes. Although the Offering has been structured to permit the Company to limit the number of shares issued to certain persons to the extent that the Company determines that such issuance could reasonably be expected to have material adverse affect on the Company's ability to utilize fully its net operating loss carryforward, there can be no assurance that the issuance of Common Stock in the Offering will not result in a limitation on the Company's ability to utilize fully its net operating loss carryforward. See "THE OFFERING--Percentage Limitation and Effect on Tax Attributes." Regulatory Change The financial institutions industry is subject to significant regulation, which has materially affected the business of the Company and other financial institutions in the past and is likely to do so in the future. Regulations now affecting the Company may be changed at any time, and the interpretation of these regulations by examining authorities of the Company is also subject to change. For a description of certain of the potentially significant changes which have been enacted and proposals which have been made recently, see "BUSINESS--Effect of Governmental Policies and Recent Legislation." There can be no assurance that these or any future changes in the laws or regulations or in their interpretation will not adversely affect the business of the Company. Substantial Competition in the Banking Industry The Company faces substantial competition for deposits and loans from major banking and financial institutions, including many which have substantially greater resources, name recognition and market presence than the Company. Such competition comes not only from local institutions but also from out-of-state financial intermediaries which have opened loan production offices or which solicit deposits in the Company's market areas. Many of the financial intermediaries operating in the Company's market areas offer certain services, such as trust and international banking services, which the Company does not offer directly. Additionally, banks with larger capitalization and financial intermediaries not subject to bank regulatory restrictions have larger lending limits and are thereby able to serve the credit needs of larger customers. Competitors of the Company include commercial banks, savings institutions, credit unions, thrift and loans, insurance companies, mortgage companies, money market and mutual funds and other institutions which offer loan and investment products. See "BUSINESS--Competition." THE COMPANY Marathon Bancorp is a bank holding company conducting operations through its sole subsidiary, the Bank. Marathon Bancorp was incorporated on October 12, 1982, as the holding company for the Bank which commenced operations on August 29, 1983. The Company currently operates through a single head office at 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. The Company through the Bank provides general commercial banking services to individuals, businesses and professional firms located in its general service area of the counties of Los Angeles and Orange. These services include personal and business checking, interest-bearing money market and savings accounts (including interest-bearing negotiable order of withdrawal accounts) and both time certificates of deposit and open account time deposits. The Bank also offers night depository and bank-by-mail services, as well as traveler's checks (issued by an independent entity) and cashier's checks. The Bank acts as an authorized depository for deposits of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern, Central and Northern districts of California. The Bank also acts as a merchant depository for cardholder drafts under both VISA and MasterCard. In addition, the Bank provides note and collection services and direct deposit of social security and other government checks. In 1995, the Bank also began offering U.S. government securities as investment products to customers. The Bank engages in a full complement of lending activities, including revolving lines of credit, working capital and accounts receivable financing, short term real estate construction financing, mortgage loans, home equity lines of credit and consumer installment loans, with particular emphasis on short- and medium term obligations. In addition, in 1995, the Bank began offering overdraft lines of credit to businesses and individuals as well as loans to homeowners' associations. The Bank's commercial lending activities are directed principally toward businesses whose demand for funds falls within the Bank's lending limit, such as small- to medium-sized retail and wholesale outlets, light manufacturing concerns and professional firms. The Bank's consumer lending activities include loans for automobiles, recreational vehicles, home improvements and other personal needs. The Bank issues VISA credit cards primarily to those customers with other borrowing and deposit relationships with the Bank. In January 1997, Craig D. Collette was hired as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank. Mr. Collette has 29 years of banking experience. Prior to joining the Company he was the president and chief operating officer of TransWorld Bank, Sherman Oaks, California from June, 1996 to January, 1997 and prior to that he was president and chief executive officer of Landmark Bank, La Habra, California from January, 1979 to April, 1996. Mr. Collette and his management team have taken certain steps to refocus the Company's direction and to improve its financial condition. The Company's strategy is to continue its efforts to improve asset quality, increase fee income, reduce expenses and diversify its loan portfolio. Actions that have already been taken are the (i) increase in the loan loss reserves as of December 31, 1996 to 2.3% of loans from 1.4% at December 31, 1995, and (ii) institution of new increased fees and charges that will bring the Bank's fees and charges for banking services in line with the fees and charges of peer banks in the market area. In addition the Bank intends to establish a Small Business Administration ("SBA") Loan Department to make loans under certain of the federal government's SBA loan programs, and expects to have the operation in place by June, 1997. THE OFFERING General Marathon Bancorp is hereby offering for sale up to 1,955,556 shares of its Common Stock, at the Offering Price of $2.25 per share both to its shareholders and to the public pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Offering. In addition, Marathon Bancorp is giving a preference to each Record Date Holder as of the close of business on the Record Date to subscribe for shares of Common Stock in this Offering until the Expiration Time. Record Holders may subscribe for as many shares of Common Stock as they want subject to the maximum number of shares offered hereby, the allocation discussed in the next sentence, and certain other limitations. See "THE OFFERING--Foreign and Certain Other Shareholders", --Percentage Limitation and Effect on Tax Attribute" and --Regulatory Limitation". In the event there is an oversubscription by Record Date Holders, the shares of Common Stock will be allocated on a pro rata basis so that each Record Date Holder will be able to maintain his, her or its percentage of equity ownership interest and voting power of Marathon Bancorp, and shares of Common Stock remaining after such allocation will be allocated on a "first come first serve" basis subject to certain limitations. See "THE OFFERING--Percentage Limitation and Effect on Tax Attribute" and-Regulatory Limitation". To the extent that shares of Common Stock remain available after sale to Record Holders pursuant to the shareholder preferential described above, the remaining shares of Common Stock will be sold to members of the public at a price per share price equal to the Offering Price. However, members of the public must purchase a minimum of 500 shares. The Public Offering expires at the Expiration Time. Marathon Bancorp reserves the right to limit the number of shares that may be purchased by any person or entity, including, under certain circumstances, a Record Holder. See "THE OFFERING--Foreign and Certain Other Shareholders", --Percentage Limitation and Effect on Tax Attributes" and "--Regulatory Limitation." Notwithstanding the preference given to Record Holders, shares of Common Stock will be offered in to Record Holders and members of the public simultaneously. NO SUBSCRIBER WILL BE PROVIDED WITH INFORMATION REGARDING AMOUNTS PURCHASED BY SUCH SUBSCRIBER PRIOR TO CONSUMMATION OF THE SALE, AND NO PURCHASE MAY BE WITHDRAWN ON THE BASIS OF ANY ALLOCATION OF A LESSER AMOUNT OF SHARES OR OTHERWISE. THE COMPANY MAY CANCEL THE OFFERING IN THE ENTIRETY AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. Method of Subscription by Record Holders Record Holders may subscribe for shares of Common Stock pursuant to their preference in the Offering by delivering to Marathon Bancorp at the addresses specified below, at or prior to the Expiration Time, the properly completed and executed Subscription Application evidencing the number of shares of Common Stock subscribed for with any signatures guaranteed as required, together with payment in full of the Offering Price for each share subscribed. Payment may be made only by (i) check or bank draft drawn upon a U.S. bank, or postal, telegraphic or express money order, payable to Marathon Bancorp-Stock Subscription Account, or (ii) wire transfer of funds to the account maintained by Marathon Bancorp for the stock subscription account, ABA #122240308, AMTS #____________, Attention: Mr. Daniel Erickson, Credit to (Subscriber's name, for further credit to Marathon Bancorp-Stock Subscription Account #107127). The Subscription Application and payment of the Offering Price must be delivered to Marathon Bancorp, Attention: Mr. Daniel Erickson, 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90064. Mr. Erickson may be reached at Marathon Bancorp, at (310) 996-9100 and the fax number for Marathon Bancorp is (310) 996-9113. The Offering Price will be deemed to have been received by Marathon Bancorp only upon (i) clearance of any uncertified check, (ii) receipt by Marathon Bancorp of any certified check or bank draft drawn upon a U.S. bank or any postal, telegraphic or express money order, or (iii) receipt of collected funds in the Marathon Bancorp-Stock Subscription Account designated above. Funds paid by uncertified personal check may take at least five business days to clear. Accordingly, Record Holders who wish to pay the Offering Price by means of uncertified personal check are urged to make payment sufficiently in advance of the Expiration Time to ensure that such payment is received and clears by such time and are urged to consider in the alternative payment by means of certified check, bank draft, money order or wire transfer of funds. All funds received in payment of the Offering Price shall be held by the Bank and invested at the direction of Marathon Bancorp in short-term certificates of deposit, short-term obligations of the United States or any state or any agency thereof or money market mutual funds investing in the foregoing instruments. The account in which such funds will be held may not be insured by the FDIC. Any interest earned on such funds will be retained by Marathon Bancorp. Marathon Bancorp reserves the right to limit the number of shares to be purchased by any Record Holder (see "THE OFFERING--General", --Foreign and Certain Other Shareholders",-Percentage Limitation and Effect on Tax Attributes" and "-Regulatory Limitation"), and will determine whether it intends to do so within 10 business days of the Expiration Time. In the event that Marathon Bancorp limits the number of shares that any Record Holder may purchase Marathon Bancorp will return to the shareholders the appropriate portion of the amount that was remitted with the Subscription Application within 14 days of the Expiration Time. THEREFORE, RECORD HOLDERS WHO PLACE ORDERS PURSUANT TO THEIR SHAREHOLDER PREFERENCE WILL LOSE ACCESS TO THE FUNDS TENDERED FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME FROM THE DATE SUCH FUNDS ARE TENDERED UP TO 14 DAYS AFTER THE EXPIRATION TIME AND MAY NOT ACQUIRE ANY OF THE SHARES FOR WHICH THEY HAVE SUBSCRIBED. Record Date Holders who hold shares of Common Stock for the account of others, such as brokers, trustees or depositories for securities, should contact the respective beneficial owners of such shares as soon as possible to ascertain these beneficial owners' intentions and to obtain instructions with respect to their subscribing in the Offering pursuant to the preference given to Record Holders. If a beneficial owner so instructs, the Record Date Holder of that beneficial owners' interest should complete the appropriate Subscription Application and submit it to Marathon Bancorp with the proper payment. In addition, beneficial owners of shares of Common Stock as of the Record Date through such a nominee holder should contact the nominee holder and request the nominee holder to effect transactions in accordance with the beneficial owners' instructions. If a beneficial owner wishes to obtain a separate Subscription Application, such beneficial owner should contact the nominee as soon as possible and request that a separate Subscription Application be issued. Such Subscription Application should be completed by the nominee and returned to Marathon Bancorp with the proper payment. A nominee may request any Subscription Application held by it to be split into such smaller denominations as it wishes, provided that the Subscription Application is received by Marathon Bancorp, properly endorsed, no later than 5:00 p.m., California time, on ________. If Marathon Bancorp has received prior to the Expiration Time full payment as specified above for the total number of shares of Common Stock for which a Rights Holder has subscribed, together with a letter or telegram from a bank or trust company or a member of a recognized securities exchange in the United States stating the name of the subscriber, the number of shares of Common Stock for which a Rights Holder has subscribed and guaranteeing that the Subscription Application will be delivered promptly to Marathon Bancorp, such subscription will be deemed to be received prior to the Expiration Time. Method of Subscription by those other than Record Holders Those, other than Record Holders, may subscribe for the shares offered on a nonpreferential basis by completing, signing and delivering or mailing a Subscription Application together with payment in full of the Offering Price to Marathon Bancorp, Attention: Mr. Daniel Erickson, 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90064. Subscriptions from the members of the public who are not Record Holders must be for at least 500 shares. Except as described under "THE OFFERING--Method of Subscription-General," Subscription Applications must be received by Marathon Bancorp prior to the Expiration Time. Payment may be made only by (i) check or bank draft drawn upon a U.S. bank, or postal, telegraphic or express money order, payable to Marathon Bancorp-Stock Subscription Account, or (ii) wire transfer of funds to the account maintained by Marathon Bancorp for the stock subscription account, ABA #122240308, AMTS #____________, Attention: Mr. Daniel Erickson, Credit to (Subscriber's name, for further credit to Marathon Bancorp Stock Subscription Account #107127). Subscriptions are not binding until accepted by Marathon Bancorp, and Marathon Bancorp reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, in its sole discretion, any subscription. Marathon Bancorp will decide whether to accept any subscription within 10 business days of the Expiration Time, and will return to the subscriber the appropriate portion of the amount remitted with the Subscription Application, by mail within 14 days of the Expiration Time. THEREFORE, THOSE OTHER THAN RECORD HOLDERS WHO SUBSCRIBE FOR SHARES OF COMMON STOCK WILL LOSE ACCESS TO THE FUNDS TENDERED FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME FROM THE DATE SUCH FUNDS ARE TENDERED UP TO 14 DAYS AFTER THE EXPIRATION TIME AND MAY NOT ACQUIRE ANY OF THE SHARES FOR WHICH THEY HAVE SUBSCRIBED. Method of Subscription-General The Instructions accompanying the Subscription Application should be read carefully and followed in detail. THE METHOD OF DELIVERY OF SUBSCRIPTION APPLICATIONS AND PAYMENT OF THE OFFERING PRICE WILL BE AT THE ELECTION AND RISK OF THE SUBSCRIBERS. IF SUBSCRIPTION APPLICATIONS AND PAYMENTS ARE SENT BY MAIL, SUBSCRIBERS ARE URGED TO SEND SUCH MATERIALS BY REGISTERED MAIL, PROPERLY INSURED, WITH RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED, AND ARE URGED TO ALLOW A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF DAYS TO ENSURE DELIVERY TO MARATHON BANCORP AND CLEARANCE OF PAYMENT PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION TIME. BECAUSE UNCERTIFIED CHECKS MAY TAKE AT LEAST FIVE BUSINESS DAYS TO CLEAR, SUBSCRIBERS ARE STRONGLY URGED TO PAY, OR ARRANGE FOR PAYMENT, BY MEANS OF CERTIFIED CHECK, BANK DRAFT, MONEY ORDER OR WIRE TRANSFER OF FUNDS. All questions concerning the timeliness, validity, form and eligibility of Record Holder will be determined by Marathon Bancorp, whose determination will be final and binding. Marathon Bancorp, in its sole discretion, may waive any defect or irregularity, or permit a defect or irregularity to be corrected within such time as it may determine. Subscription Applications will not be deemed to have been received or accepted until all irregularities have been waived or cured within such time as Marathon Bancorp determines, in its sole discretion. Marathon Bancorp will not be under any duty to give notification of any defect or irregularity in connection with the submission of Subscription Applications, or incur any liability for failure to give such notification. Marathon Bancorp reserves the right to reject any subscription if such subscription is not in accordance with the terms of the Offering or not in proper form or if the acceptance thereof or the issuance of the Common Stock pursuant thereto could be deemed unlawful. All questions or requests for assistance concerning stock subscriptions or requests for additional copies of this Prospectus or the Subscription Application should be directed to Mr. Daniel L. Erickson, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Marathon Bancorp (telephone (310) 996-9100). Certificates representing shares of Common Stock subscribed for will be mailed as soon as practicable after completion of the Offering. ONCE THE SUBSCRIPTION APPLICATION HAS BEEN DELIVERED TO THE COMPANY, SUCH SUBSCRIPTION MAY NOT BE REVOKED BY SUBSCRIBER. Foreign and Certain Other Shareholders The Offering will not be made to Record Date Holders who reside in states or countries where the shares of Common Stock with respect to this Offering have not been registered or qualified as of the date of this Prospectus. It is anticipated that the shares of Common Stock will be registered or qualified only in the states of California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii and New York and no other states. Percentage Limitation and Effect on Tax Attributes The amount of the net operating loss and certain tax credit carryforwards that a corporation may utilize to offset future taxable income or income tax payable in any taxable year may be limited under Section 382 of the Code if an "ownership change" occurs with respect to such corporation. If such corporation has a net built-in loss on the date it undergoes an ownership change (a "Net Built-In Loss"), any built-in losses it recognizes in any taxable year that includes any day in the five-year period beginning on the date of the ownership change will be subject to limitation under Section 382 until the amount of such recognized built-in losses exceeds the amount of the Net Built-In Loss. As of December 31, 1996, the Company had a net operating loss carryforward of approximately $3.7 million for federal tax purposes and $5.3 million for state tax purposes. In addition, the Company believes that, if an ownership change were deemed to occur, it may have built-in losses that, if recognized within five years of such ownership change, would be subject to the limitations of Section 382. (Such "net operating loss carryforwards" and "Net Built-In Losses" recognized within five years of an ownership change are collectively referred to herein as "Tax Attributes"). The determination of whether an "ownership change" has occurred is made by (i) determining, in the case of any 5% shareholder, the increase, if any, in the percentage ownership of such 5% shareholder at the end of any three-year testing period relative to such shareholder's lowest percentage ownership at any time during such testing period, and expressing such increase in terms of percentage points (for example, a shareholder whose percentage ownership increased from 6% to 20% during the testing period will be considered to have had an increase of 14 percentage points), and (ii) aggregating such percentage point increases for all 5% shareholders during the applicable testing period. For purposes of the preceding sentence, any direct or indirect holder, taking certain attributing rules into account, of 5% or more of a corporation's stock is a "5% shareholder," and, for this purpose, all holders of less than 5% collectively are treated as a single 5% shareholder. Such percentage ownership is determined on the basis of the value of such stock. An "ownership change" will occur as of the end of any three-year testing period if the aggregate percentage point increases for all 5% shareholders for such testing period exceeds 50 percentage points. If the Company, based on record ownership and/or actual knowledge, believes that the issuance of Common Stock to any Record Holder or other prospective purchaser in the Offering would result in such person or entity owning a percentage of shares of Common Stock which could reasonably be expected to have a material adverse effect upon the Company's ability to utilize its Tax Attributes, then the Company will have the right to reduce the number of shares issuable to such person or entity to the extent necessary in the opinion of the Company to avoid such adverse effect. Specifically, the Company will have the right to make such reduction if it believes the issuance of shares of Common Stock could cause any Record Holder or other prospective purchaser to become a "5% shareholder" (as defined in the Code and the Treasury regulations issued thereunder). Such opinion of the Company shall be conclusive and binding. Regulatory Limitation The Company will not be required to issue shares of Common Stock pursuant to the Offering at any person who in the Company's sole judgment and discretion, is required to obtain prior clearance, approval or nondisapproval from any state or federal bank regulatory authority to own or control such shares unless, prior to the Expiration Time, evidence of such clearance, approval or nondisapproval has been provided to the Company. The Change in Bank Control Act of 1978 prohibits a person or group of persons "acting in concert" from acquiring "control" of a bank holding company unless the FRB has been given 60 days' prior written notice of such proposed acquisition and within that time period the FRB has not issued a notice disapproving the proposed acquisition or extending for up to another 30 days the period during which such a disapproval may be issued. An acquisition may be made prior to the expiration of the disapproval period if the FRB issues written notice of its intent not to disapprove the action. Under a rebuttable presumption established by the FRB, the acquisition of more than 10% of a class of voting stock of a bank holding company with a class of securities registered under Section 12 of the Exchange Act (such as the Common Stock) would, under the circumstances set forth in the presumption, constitute the acquisition of control. In addition, any "company" would be required to obtain the approval of the FRB under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended (the "BHC Act"), before acquiring 25% (5% in the case of an acquiror that is, or is deemed to be, a bank holding company) or more of the outstanding Common Stock of, or such lesser number of shares as constitute control over, the Company. Determination of Offering Price The Offering Price has been determined by Marathon Bancorp with the assistance of The Findley Group ("TFG"). Marathon Bancorp's primary objectives in establishing the Offering Price were to maximize net proceeds obtainable from the Offering and while providing Record Date Holders with an opportunity to make an additional investment in Marathon Bancorp and, thus, limit the dilution of their proportionate ownership position in Marathon Bancorp. In approving the Offering Price, the Board considered the oral advice of TFG and such additional factors as the alternatives available to Marathon Bancorp for raising capital, the market price of the Common Stock, the business prospects for the Company, including the impact of the economic and real estate conditions in Southern California, the terms of recent offerings by banks and bank holding companies, the consequences of failing to raise capital and the general condition of the securities markets at such time. There can be no assurance, however, that the market price of the Common Stock will not decline during the subscription period to a level equal to or below the Offering Price, or that, following the sale of the shares of Common Stock in this Offering a purchaser in this Offering will be able to sell shares purchased in the Offering at a price equal to or greater than the Offering Price. Commitments of Certain Directors and Officers The directors and executive officers of the Company as a group have indicated their intention to purchase, in the aggregate, 31,111 shares of Common Stock. These indications of interest are based upon each director's and officer's evaluation of his or her own financial and other circumstances. Upon their acquisition of such shares in the Offering, the directors and executive officers, as a group, will own beneficially 468,546 shares or approximately 13.2% of the outstanding stock after completion of the Offering, assuming the sale of 1,955,556 shares in the Offering. USE OF PROCEEDS The net proceeds to Marathon Bancorp from the Offering will depend upon the number of shares purchased by Record Holders, and members of the public. Assuming the Offering results in the sale of 1,955,556 shares, the maximum number of shares to be sold in the Offering, the net proceeds are estimated to be $4.12 million. Marathon Bancorp intends to contribute all of net proceeds to the Bank. The Bank will use the proceeds contributed to it for general corporate purposes. Capital Ratios The following table illustrates the capital ratios of the Company and the Bank as of March 31, 1997 and as adjusted, assuming: (i) a Offering Price of $2.25 per share; and (ii) the remaining net proceeds of the Offering are contributed to the Bank which invests such proceeds in 20% risk-weighted assets such as investment securities. Actual At March 31,1997 Company Bank (Dollars in thousands) Percentage Percentage Leverage Ratio 5.0 5.1 Minimum regulatory requirement (1) 4.0 4.0 Requirement in the Formal Agreement N/A 6.0 Risk-based ratios: Tier 1 Capital 7.0 7.0 Tier 1 Capital minimum requirement (1) 4.0 4.0 Requirement in the Formal Agreement N/A 8.5 Total Capital 8.3 8.3 Total Capital minimum requirement (1) 8.0 8.0 __________________ (1) Minimum capital ratios for bank holding companies and banks are established by FRB and OCC regulation. See "MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS--Funding and Capital" and "BUSINESS--Effect of Governmental Policies and Recent Legislation." (2) Takes into account the effect of adding deferred tax assets which are subject to limitation. (3) Assumes that 1,955,556 shares, the maximum number of shares to be sold in the Offering are issued pursuant to the Offering, with net proceeds of approximately $4.12 million. COMMON STOCK PRICE RANGE AND DIVIDENDS The Common Stock is traded in the local over-the-counter market and is neither listed on any exchange nor quoted by NASDAQ. There is no established trading market for the shares of Common Stock. The following table sets forth information on the high and low sales prices of trades of Common Stock for the periods reported based on information provided by Smith Barney, Orange, California. High Low 1997 First Quarter $3.00 $2.50 Second Quarter (through _____ __,1997) 1996 First Quarter $3.75 $3.13 Second Quarter $3.50 $1.75 Third Quarter $2.63 $1.63 Fourth Quarter $3.00 $1.75 1995 First Quarter $1.88 $1.50 Second Quarter $2.25 $1.50 Third Quarter $2.75 $2.13 Fourth Quarter $4.13 $2.38 On February 28, 1997, Marathon Bancorp had approximately 271 shareholders of record of its Common Stock. The number does not include beneficial owners whose shares are held by brokers, banks and other nominees. As of March 31, 1997 there were options to acquire 110,983 shares of Common Stock and 340,832 shares of Common Stock that were "restricted stock" as defined in Rule 144. Such 340,832 shares of Common Stock will become eligible for sale pursuant to Rule 144 in March 1998. Marathon Bancorp has never paid any cash dividends and has not paid a stock dividend since 1991. in order to retain all earnings, if any, to increase the capital of the Company and the Bank. There can be no assurance that Marathon Bancorp will generate earnings in the future which would permit the declaration of dividends. Marathon Bancorp is restricted from paying any cash dividend pursuant to the MOU entered into with the FRBSF, except with the prior approval of the FRBSF. In addition, the source of any cash or stock dividends would likely be dividends from the Bank which are restricted under national banking law. See "BUSINESS--Supervision and Regulation--Restrictions on Transfers of Funds to Marathon Bancorp by the Bank". It is anticipated that for the foreseeable future any earning which may be generated will be retained for the purpose of increase the Company's capital and reserves in order to facilitate growth. CAPITALIZATION The following table sets forth the consolidated capitalization of the Company at March 31, 1996 and the pro forma consolidated capitalization of the Company at such date, as adjusted to give effect to the Offering assuming the issuance of the maximum 1,955,556 shares of Common Stock to be sold in the Offering. (Dollars in thousands, March 31, 1997 except per share data) Actual As Adjusted Shareholders' equity: Preferred stock, no par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued or outstanding, actual or as adjusted Common stock, no par stated value, 9,000,000 shares authorized; issued and outstanding 1,589,596 shares actual, 3,545,152 shares as adjusted (2) $8,847 $12,947 Retained earnings (5,332) (5,332) Unrealized gain on securities available for sale 5 5 Total shareholders' equity $3,520 $7,620 Book value per share $2.21 $2.15 __________________ (1) Assumes that 1,955,556 shares are issued pursuant to the Offering, with net proceeds of $4,120,000. (2) Does not include 110,983 shares subject to outstanding stock options at March 31, 1997, of which options to purchase 78,358 shares were exercisable. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following discussion is intended to provide information to facilitate the understanding and assessment of significant changes in trends related to the consolidated financial condition and results of operations of the Company. The discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the company's consolidated financial statements and notes thereto appearing elsewhere in this prospectus. Summary The Company recorded a net loss for the year ended December 31,1996 of $939,100, or $0.75 per common share, as compared to a net loss of $1,402,800 or $1.12 per common share for the year ended December 31, 1995. The losses in 1996 and 1995 are primarily attributable to the provision for loan losses and costs related to real estate acquired through foreclosure. The provision for loan losses was $601,000 in 1996 and $561,100 in 1995. Net operating costs of holding and disposing other real estate owned was $389,400 in 1996 and $1,350,300 in 1995 as the provision for real estate losses included in such costs decreased to $151,000 from $1,147,500. The costs to acquire and maintain real estate owned and the provision for loan losses in 1996 and 1995 resulted from the continued general economic slow down and declining real estate values in Southern California. The Company's net interest income declined slightly in 1996 as the interest rate spread declined from 5.4 percent in 1995 to 4.7 percent in 1996. Average earning assets were $69,483,000 in 1996 as compared to $74,887,000 in 1995 or a decrease of 10.8 percent. Average interest-bearing liabilities also declined during this period to $42,657,000 in 1996 from $48,241,000 in 1995 or 11.6 percent. At December 31, 1996, the Company had total assets of $66,393,000, net loans of $46,608,200 and total deposits of $62,881,000. This compares to total assets of $86,754,600, net loans of $49,515,100 and total deposits of $82,529,900 as of December 31, 1995. The Bank experienced a decrease in demand deposits as one account relationship representing 14 percent of total deposits left the Bank. In addition, money market accounts declined as the insurance proceeds received from property management company customers for damage sustained in the Northridge earthquake in 1994 were withdrawn to make repairs. Proceeds from the maturity of federal funds sold were used to fund these declines. On September 30, 1995, the Bank entered into a formal agreement with the OCC under which the Bank agreed to submit a three year strategic plan by November 1, 1995. The plan included, among other things, action plans to accomplish the following: a) achieve and maintain the desired capital ratios of a minimum 8.5% for the Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and a minimum of 6% for the leverage capital ratio; b) attain satisfactory profitability; and c) reduce other real estate owned. The plan was accepted by the OCC on January 30, 1996. At December 31, 1996, the Bank had a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio of 6.1 percent and a Tier 1 leverage ratio of 4.1 percent. On December 16, 1996, the Company entered into a formal agreement with the FRBSF under which Marathon Bancorp agreed, among other things, to refrain from paying cash dividends except with the prior approval of the FRBSF, submit an acceptable plan to increase and maintain an adequate capital level, submit annual statements of planned sources and uses of cash, and submit annual progress reports. As of December 31, 1996, the Bank was categorized as "undercapitalized" under the PCA Provisions. As an "undercapitalized" institution, the Bank may not issue dividends or make other capital distributions, and may not accept brokered or high rate deposits, as defined, due to the level of its risk-based capital. In addition, under the PCA Provisions, the Bank's capital status may preclude the Bank from access to borrowings from the Federal Reserve System through the discount window. However, as further described in Note 13, the Company successfully completed a private placement offering on March 24, 1997 which resulted in $766,872 of new capital for the Bank. On April 3, 1997 the Bank received a letter from the OCC stating that the Bank was "adequately capitalized" under the PCA Provisions. The Bank at March 31, 1997 has a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio of 7.0% and leverage capital ratio of 5.0%. Operating Performance Net Interest Income. Net interest income is the major source of operating income of the Bank. Net interest income represents the difference between interest income and fees from earning assets and interest paid on interest-bearing liabilities. As shown in Table 1, total interest and fee income amounted to $5,180,000 in 1996 compared to $6,075,000 in 1995. Total interest expense was $1,177,000 in 1996 compared to $1,322,000 in 1995. Net interest income decreased to $4,003,000 in 1996 from $4,753,000 in 1995 or 15.8 percent. Net interest income declined in 1996 as compared to 1995 due to the decrease in interest earning assets and decrease in interest rates. Interest earning assets averaged $69,483,000 in 1996 as compared to $74,887,000 in 1995 or a decrease of 7.2 percent. The yield on average loans declined to 8.1 percent in 1996 as compared to 9.0 percent. The cost of interest-bearing liabilities remained approximately the same. Table 1 summarizes the Bank's interest rate spreads and net yield on earning assets for 1996 and 1995. The interest rate spread represents the difference between the yield on earning assets and the interest rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities. The net yield on earning assets is the difference between the yield on earning assets and the effective rate paid on all funds--interest-bearing liabilities as well as interest-free sources. The Bank's interest rate spread was 4.7 percent in 1996 as compared to 5.4% in 1995. The net yield on earning assets was 5.8 percent in 1996, a decrease from 6.3 percent in 1995. The 1996 decrease resulted from a combination of the 7.2 percent decrease in earning assets mentioned above as well as a decrease in the weighted average yield on earning assets from 8.1 percent in 1995 to 7.5 percent in 1996 as the yield on loans decreased. The Company's net yield on earning assets remains high in comparison with the Company's interest rate spread due to the significant volume of noninterest-bearing demand deposits relative to total funding sources (represented by total deposits and shareholders' equity). While these deposits are noninterest-bearing, they are not without cost. The costs of all third party payments made to support these noninterest-bearing deposits averaged approximately 2.0 percent. Management of the Company believes that they remain the lowest cost source of funds available in the market place. TABLE 1 - Net Interest Income Analysis Interest Weighted Change From Prior Year Average Income/ Average Due to Change in: (Dollars in thousands) Balance Expense Yield/Cost Volume Rate Total 1996 Loans $49,670 $4,035 8.1% $(309) $(468) $(777) Other earning assets 19,813 1,145 5.8% (137) 20 (117) Interest- earning assets 69,483 5,180 7.5% (446) (448) (894) Interest- bearing liabilities 42,657 1,177 2.8% (150) 5 (145) Totals $26,826 $4,003 $(296) $(453) $(749) Interest rate spread 4.7% Net yield on earning assets 5.8% 1995 Loans $53,237 $4.812 9.0% $(652) $ 340 $(312) Other earning assets 21,650 1,263 5.8% 190 39 229 Interest- earning assets 74,887 6,075 8.1% (462) 379 (83) Interest- bearing liabilities 48,241 1,322 2.7% (250) 145 (105) $26,646 $4,753 $(212) $ 234 $ 22 Interest rate spread 5.4% Net yield on earning assets 6.3% Provision for Loan Losses. Implicit in lending activities is the fact that losses will be experienced and that the amount of such losses will vary from time to time, depending upon the risk characteristics of the portfolio as affected by economic conditions and the financial experience of borrowers. Management of the Bank has instituted stringent credit policies designed to minimize the level of losses and nonaccrual loans. These policies require extensive evaluation of new credit requests and continuing review of existing credits in order to identify, monitor and quantify evidence of deterioration of quality or potential loss in a timely manner. Management's reviews are based upon previous loan loss experience, current economic conditions, composition of the loan portfolio, the value of collateral and other relative factors. The Bank's lending is concentrated in Los Angeles County and surrounding areas, which have experienced adverse economic conditions, including declining real estate values. These factors have adversely affected some borrowers' ability to repay loans. The policy of the Bank is to review each loan over $150,000 in the portfolio to identify and classify problem credits as "substandard", "doubtful" and "loss". Substandard loans have one or more defined weaknesses. Doubtful loans have the weaknesses of substandard loans with the additional characteristic that the weaknesses make collection or liquidation in full on the basis of currently existing facts, conditions and values questionable, and there is a high possibility of loss. A loan classified loss is considered uncollectible and of such little value that the continuance as an asset of the Bank is not warranted. Another category designated "listed" is maintained for loans which do not currently expose the Bank to a sufficient degree of risk to warrant classification as substandard, doubtful or loss but do possess credit deficiencies or potential weaknesses deserving management's close attention. Excluding loans which have been classified as loss and charged off by the Bank, the Bank's classified loans consisted of $5,897,500 of loans classified as substandard and $44,300 classified as doubtful at December 31, 1996, a decrease in substandard loans of $507,000 or 7.9 percent from 1995. In addition to the classified loans, the Bank was also monitoring $2,276,600 of loans which it had designated as listed at December 31, 1996, a decrease of $1,790,300 or 44.0 percent from 1995. At December 31, 1996, nonaccrual loans totaled $568,400, or 1.2 percent of gross loans, compared with $523,000, or 1.0 percent at December 31, 1995. With the exception of these classified and listed loans, management is not aware of any loans as of December 31, 1996 where the known credit problems of the borrower would cause it to have serious doubts as to the ability of such borrowers to comply with their present loan repayment terms and which would result in such loans being considered nonperforming loans at some future date. Management cannot, however, predict the extent to which the current economic environment may worsen or the full impact of such environment may have on the Bank's loan portfolio. Furthermore, management cannot predict the results of any subsequent examinations of the Bank's loan portfolio by its primary regulators. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that other loans will not become ninety days or more past due, be placed on nonaccrual or become classified loans, or other real estate owned in the future. The allowance for loan losses, which provides a financial buffer for the risk of losses inherent in the lending process, is increased by the provision for loan losses charged against income, decreased by the amount of loans charged off and increased by recoveries. There is no precise method of predicting specific losses which ultimately may be charged off or the conclusion that a loan may become uncollectible, in whole or in part, is a matter of judgment. Similarly, the adequacy of the allowance and accompanying provision for loan losses can be determined only on a judgmental basis after full review, including consideration of economic conditions and their effects on specific borrowers, borrowers' financial data, and evaluation of underlying collateral for secured lending. Based upon management's assessment of the overall quality of the loan portfolio, the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the external economic conditions, the Bank made a $601,000 provision for loan losses during 1996. Loans totaling $303,000 were charged off during the period, and $70,100 was recovered. The allowance for loan losses was $1,088,200, or 2.3 percent of gross loans outstanding at December 31, 1996. Loans charged off amounted to $303,000 in 1996 and $740,000 in 1995, while recoveries totaled $70,100 and $102,500, respectively. As a percent of average gross loans outstanding during the year, loans charged off net of recoveries were 0.5 percent in 1996 and 1.2 percent in 1995 and 1994. The decrease in loans charged off during 1996, compared to 1995 and 1994, was the result of improvement of the overall quality of the loan portfolio and revised credit policies. On January 1, 1995, the Bank adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 114, "Accounting by Creditors for Impairment of a Loan," as amended by SFAS No. 118, "Accounting by Creditors for Impairment of a Loan - Income Recognition and Disclosures." This statement prescribes that a loan is impaired when it is probable that a creditor will be unable to collect all amounts due (principal and interest) according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. It also provides guidance concerning the measurement of impairment on such loans and the recording of the related reserves. The adoption of this statement did not have a material effect on the results of operations or the financial position of the Bank. At December 31, 1996 and 1995, the Bank had classified $68,900 and $60,600, respectively, of its loans as impaired and recorded the full amount as specific reserve in the allowance for loan losses. In addition, the Bank classified $499,500 and $2,354,900, respectively, of its loans as impaired without a specific reserve. Since these loans are collateral dependent and the estimated fair value of the collateral exceeds the book value of the related loans, no specific loss reserve was recorded on these loans in accordance with SFAS No. 114. The average recorded investment of impaired loans during the years ended December 31, 1996 and 1995 was approximately $2,433,400 and $2,422,900, respectively. Interest income of $73,000 and $60,900, respectively, was recognized on impaired loans during the years ended December 31, 1996 and 1995. OREO consisting of properties received in settlement of loans totaled $3,085,300 at December 31,1996, an increase of $430,900 or 16.2 percent from 1995. The provision for real estate losses was $151,000 in 1996 and $1,147,500 in 1995. Because of the current economic environment, it is possible that nonaccrual loans and OREO could increase in 1997. Although management believes that the allowance for possible loan losses is adequate and OREO is carried at fair value less estimated selling costs, there can be no reasonable assurance that increases in the allowance for loan losses or additional write-downs of OREO will not be required as a result of the deterioration in the local economy or increases in interest rates. Other Operating Income. Other operating income was $219,700 in 1996 compared to $259,300 in 1995. The decline in service charge income reflects the corresponding decline in demand deposits. Other Operating Expenses. Other operating expenses totaled $4,561,300 in 1996, a decrease of 22.1 percent from $5,853,500 in 1995. The net operating cost of OREO (which included the write down of properties to fair market value) was $389,400 in 1996 as compared to $1,350,300 in 1995. Total other operating expenses were 5.8 percent and 6.8 percent of average total assets in 1996 and 1995, respectively. The decrease in this ratio in 1996 is attributable to the decrease in the cost of holding and disposing of other real estate owned. Income Taxes. The company had no income tax expense or benefit in 1996 and 1995, except for minimum state taxes (see Note 7 to the consolidated financial statements). Deferred income taxes are computed using the liability method based on differences between financial reporting and tax basis of assets and liabilities, and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws that will be in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. Financial Condition Total consolidated assets decreased $20,361,600 or 23.5 percent to $66,393,000 at December 31, 1996 from $86,754,600 at December 31, 1995. The Bank experienced a decrease in demand deposits as one account relationship representing 14 percent of total deposits left the Bank. In addition, the Bank experienced a decline in money market deposits as insurance proceeds received by property management company customers for damage sustained in the Northridge earthquake were withdrawn to make repairs. Loans. Net loans as a percentage of total assets were 70.2 percent as of December 31, 1996, as compared to 57.1 percent in 1995. The loan to deposit ratio was 74.1 percent at December 31, 1996 as compared to 60.0 percent in 1995. The following table sets forth the amount of loans in each category, the percentage of total loans outstanding for each category and the adjustments for deferred loan origination costs and the allowance for loan losses as of the dates indicated: TABLE 2 December 31, 1996 1995 Amount Percentage Amount Percentage Commercial loans $14,056,000 30% $15,488,100 31% Real estate loans: Interim construction 457,000 1% 0 0% Income property 27,219,700 57% 24,987,000 50% Residential 1-4 units 4,819,400 10% 8,517,000 17% Total real estate loans 32,496,100 68% 33,504,000 67% Installment loans 895,100 2% 1,178,900 2% Total loans 47,447,200 100% 50,170,900 100% Deferred net loan origination costs 249,200 64,300 Allowance for loan losses (1,088,200) (720,100) Net loans $46,608,200 $49,515,100 Allowance for Loan Losses. The following table provides a three-year summary of activity in the allowance for loan losses by loan type: TABLE 3 -- Allowance for Loan Losses 1996 1995 1994 Balance, January 1 $720,100 $796,500 $1,500,000 Loans charged off: Commercial loans (297,300) (437,000) (829,400) Real estate loans 0 (233,300) (65,300) Installment loans (5,700) (69,700) (71,300) Total loans charged off (303,000) (740,000) (966,000) Recoveries of previously charged-off loans: Commercial loans 69,100 96,800 261,500 Real estate loans 0 2,600 0 Installment loans 1,000 3,100 1,000 Total recoveries 70,100 102,500 262,500 Net charge-offs (232,900) (637,500) (703,500) Provision for loan losses 601,000 561,100 0 Balance, December 31 $1,088,200 $720,100 $796,500 Ratio of allowance for loans losses to loans 2.3% 1.4% 1.4% Funding and Capital Deposits. Total deposits averaged $74,419,000 in 1996 as compared to $80,292,000 in 1995 or a decline of 7.3 percent. Average noninterest bearing demand deposits were $31,763,000 in 1996 as compared to $32,229,000 in 1995. Average interest-bearing deposits declined $5,583,000 or 11.6 percent as the insurance proceeds received by property management company customers for damage sustained in the Northridge earthquake were continue to be withdrawn to make repairs. Capital. Marathon Bancorp and the Bank are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain mandatory and possibly additional discretionary actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on the Company's financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, Marathon Bancorp and the Bank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank's assets, liabilities and certain off-balance sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices. Marathon Bancorp's and the Bank's capital amounts and classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings and other factors. Quantitative measures established by regulation to ensure capital adequacy require the Bank to maintain a minimum Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio, total capital risk-based capital ratio, and leverage capital ratio. On September 30, 1995, the Bank entered into a formal agreement with the OCC under which the Bank agreed to submit a three year strategic plan by November 1, 1995. The plan included, among other things, action plans to accomplish the following: a) achieve and maintain the desired capital ratios of a minimum 8.5% for the Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and a minimum of 6% for the leverage capital ratio; b) attain satisfactory profitability; and c) reduce other real estate owned. The plan was accepted by the OCC on January 30, 1996. At December 31, 1996, the Bank had a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio of 6.1 percent and a Tier 1 leverage ratio of 4.1 percent. Subsequently the Company completed a private placement offering on March 24, 1997 which resulted in $766,872 of new capital for the Bank. On April 3, 1997 the Bank received a letter from the OCC stating that the Bank was "adequately capitalized" under the PCA Provisions. The Bank at March 31, 1997 has a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio of 7.0%, Total risk-based capital ratio of 8.3% and leverage capital ratio of 5.0%. The following table summarizes the capital ratios achieved by the Bank as of March 31, 1997 and the minimum levels required by FDIC regulations and the formal agreement with the OCC. Actual Bank To be Capital at Categorized OCC March 31, as Adequately Formal 1997 Capitalized Agreement Total risk-based 8.3% 8.0% N/A Tier 1 risk-based 7.0% 4.0% 8.5% Tier l leverage 5.0% 4.0% 6.0% Liquidity and Interest Rate Sensitivity The primary function of asset liability management is to insure adequate liquidity and to maintain an appropriate balance between rate sensitive assets and rate sensitive liabilities. Liquidity management involves matching sources and uses of the Company's funds in order to effectively meet the cash flow needs of our customers as well as the cash flow requirements of the Company itself. Interest rate sensitivity management seeks to stabilize net interest income during periods of changing interest rates. Liquidity. In order to serve the Bank's customers effectively, funds must be available to meet their credit needs as well as their withdrawals of deposited funds. Liquidity from assets is provided by the receipt of loan payments and by the maturity of other earning assets as further described below. Liquidity from liabilities is attained primarily by obtaining new deposits. Liquid assets are defined to include federal funds sold, interest-bearing deposits with other financial institutions, unpledged investment securities and cash and due from banks. The Bank's liquidity ratio (the sum of liquid assets divided by total deposits) was 22.7 percent at December 31, 1996 and 38.6 percent at December 31, 1995. The decrease in this ratio is a result of liquid assets, primarily federal funds sold, decreasing at a faster rate, 55.1 percent, than total deposits which decreased 23.8 percent. The loan to deposit ratio was 75.5 percent and 60.9 percent at December 31, 1996 and 1995, respectively. On the liability side, the Bank's liquidity position is enhanced by sizable core deposits. As stable core deposits (which are defined as all deposits except time certificates of deposit) are generated, the need for other sources of liquidity diminishes. This derives from the fact that the Bank's primary liquidity requirement generally arises from the need to meet maturities of short term time certificates of deposit. Core deposits continued to be a significant funding source representing, on average, 88.6 percent of total deposits during 1996 and 88.0 percent in 1995. In addition, the Company's time deposits were primarily from its local customer base and without significant concentrations. While demand deposits are noninterest-bearing, the account relationships are not without cost as the Bank provides messenger and courier, accounting and data processing services in connection with the relationships. Interest Rate Sensitivity Management. Similar to liquidity management, interest rate sensitivity management focuses on the maturities of earning assets and funding sources. In addition, interest rate sensitivity management takes into consideration those assets and liabilities whose interest rates are subject to change prior to maturity. Net interest income can be vulnerable to fluctuations arising from a change in the general level of interest rates to the extent that the average yield on earning assets responds differently to such a change than does the average cost of funds. In an effort to maintain consistent earnings performance, the Bank manages the repricing characteristics of its assets and liabilities to stabilize net interest income. The Bank measures interest rate sensitivity by distributing the rate maturities of assets and supporting funding liabilities into interest sensitivity periods, summarizing interest rate risk in terms of the resulting interest sensitivity gaps. A positive gap indicates that more interest sensitive assets than interest sensitive liabilities will be repriced during a specified period, while a negative gap indicates the opposite condition. Balance sheet items are categorized according to contractual maturity or repricing dates, as appropriate. Reference rate indexed loans, federal funds sold and money market deposits constitute the bulk of the floating rate category. Determining the interest rate sensitivity of noncontractual items is arrived at in a more qualitative manner. Demand deposits are considered to be a mix of short and long term funds, based upon historical behavior. Savings deposits are viewed as susceptible to competitive factors brought on by deregulation and, therefore, classified as intermediate funds. It is the Bank's policy to maintain an adequate balance of rate sensitive assets as compared to rate sensitive liabilities. Rate sensitive assets were 96 percent of rate sensitive liabilities at December 31, 1996 as compared to 100 percent at the end of 1995. In the one year or less category, rate sensitive assets were 114 percent of rate sensitive liabilities at the end of 1996 as compared to 114 percent in 1995. The gap position is but one of several variables that affect net interest income. Consequently, these amounts are used with care in forecasting the impact of short term changes in interest rates on net interest income. In addition, the gap calculation is a static indicator and is not a net interest income predictor in a dynamic business environment. TABLE 4 - Analysis of Rate Sensitive Assets & Liabilities by Time Period (Dollars in 90 days 3-12 1-5 Over 5 millions) or less months years years Total December 31, 1996 Investments, including federal funds sold $ 2.9 $ l.6 $ 6.0 $ 0.1 $10.6 Loans 33.7 3.8 5.2 4.4 47.1 Rate sensitive assets 36.6 5.4 11.2 4.5 57.7 Time deposits 3.4 4.6 0.2 0.0 8.2 Other deposits 27.6 1.2 0.0 23.0 51.8 Rate sensitive liabilities 31.0 5.8 0.2 23.0 60.0 Rate sensitive GAP $ 5.6 $(0.4) $11.0 $(18.5) $ (2.3) Cumulative GAP $ 5.6 $ 5.2 $16.2 $ (2.3) -- Cumulative ratio of sensitive assets to liabilities 1.2 1.1 1.4 1.0 1.0 December 31, 1995 Investments, including federal funds sold $16.6 $ 1.7 $ l.9 $ 4.6 $24.8 Loans 39.8 1.0 3.6 5.3 49.7 Rate sensitive assets 56.4 2.7 5.5 9.9 74.5 Time deposits 2.2 5.9 1.0 0.0 9.1 Other deposits 44.1 0.0 1.4 19.6 65.1 Rate sensitive liabilities 46.3 5.9 2.4 19.6 74.2 Rate sensitive GAP $10.1 $(3.2) $ 3.1 $(9.7) $ 0.3 Cumulative GAP $10.1 $ 6.9 $10.0 $ 0.3 -- Cumulative ratio of sensitive assets to liabilities 1.2 1.1 1.2 1.0 1.0 Commitments and Contingent Liabilities The Company and the Bank are subject to various pending or threatened legal actions which arise in the normal course of business. Based upon present knowledge, management is of the opinion that the disposition of all suits will not have a material effect on the Company's consolidated financial statements. During 1993 and 1994, the Bank operated a wholesale mortgage banking division which acquired approximately $44 million of residential loans. The loans were then sold to various investors with standard recourse language in the event of fraud. During 1996, three investors requested the Bank to repurchase ten of the loans due to alleged documentation deficiencies, the alleged failure of the Bank to secure mortgage insurance or disagreements over appraisal values. All of the loans are secured by residential real estate. The Bank has reviewed the documentation relative to these loans and, after consultation with legal counsel, believes that it has appropriate defenses. At December 31, 1996, the Bank has established a reserve for potential losses that may result from this operation. The Bank has a noncapitalized lease commitment covering its banking premises. Minimum rental commitments under this and all other operating leases that have initial or remaining noncancelable teens in excess of one year as of December 31, 1995 are as follows: TABLE 5 Year Amount 1997 $ 399,500 1998 594,100 1999 594,100 2000 594,100 2001 594,100 2002 396,100 $3,172,000 Rent expense was $265,400, $194,400 and $387,300 for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994, respectively. Sublease rental income was $9,500 in 1996 and $34,700 in 1994. Commitments and contingent liabilities include, among other items, off balance sheet commitments to extend credit, standby letters of credit and other letters of credit. The Company utilizes the same credit policies in making off balance sheet commitments as it does in other lending activities. Commitments to extend credit are legally binding agreements and have fixed expiration dates. The Company minimizes its exposure to credit risk under these commitments by requiring that customers meet certain conditions prior to disbursing funds. The credit and interest rate risk elements of these financial instruments exceed the amounts recognized in the consolidated financial statements, but is represented by their contractual or notional amounts. At December 31, 1996 and 1995, undrawn commitments to extend credit to Bank customers amounted to $8.6 million and $10.1 million, respectively. BUSINESS Marathon Bancorp Marathon Bancorp is a bank holding company incorporated in California on October 12, 1982 and registered under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended. Marathon Bancorp conducts operations through its sole subsidiary, Marathon National Bank, a national banking association. The Company's executive offices are located at 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. The Bank The Bank was organized in 1982 and commenced operations as a national bank in 1983. The Bank's deposit accounts are insured by the FDIC to the extent permitted by law. The Bank provides general commercial banking services to individuals, businesses and professional firms located in its general service area of the counties of Los Angeles and Orange. These services include personal and business checking, interest-bearing money market and savings accounts (including interest-bearing negotiable order of withdrawal accounts) and both time certificates of deposit and open account time deposits. The Bank also offers night depository and bank-by-mail services, as well as traveler's checks (issued by an independent entity) and cashier's checks. The Bank acts as an authorized depository for deposits of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern, Central and Northern districts of California. The Bank also acts as a merchant depository for cardholder drafts under both VISA and MasterCard. In addition, the Bank provides note and collection services and direct deposit of social security and other government checks. In 1995, the Bank also began offering U.S. government securities as investment products to customers. The Bank engages in a full complement of lending activities, including revolving lines of credit, working capital and accounts receivable financing, short term real estate construction financing, mortgage loans, home equity lines of credit and consumer installment loans, with particular emphasis on short and medium term obligations. In addition, in 1995, the Bank began offering overdraft lines of credit to businesses and individuals as well as loans to homeowners associations. The Bank's commercial lending activities are directed principally toward businesses whose demand for funds falls within the Bank's lending limit, such as small to medium sized retail and wholesale outlets, light manufacturing concerns and professional firms. The Bank's consumer lending activities include loans for automobiles, recreational vehicles, home improvements and other personal needs. The Bank issues VISA credit cards primarily to those customers with other borrowing and deposit relationships with the Bank. Principal Market Area The Company concentrates on marketing to and serving the needs of individuals and businesses in Los Angeles County and Orange County, California. The general economy in Southern California, and particularly the real estate market, is suffering from the effects of a prolonged recession that has negatively impacted the ability of certain borrowers of the Company to perform under the original terms of their obligations to the Company. Competition The Company faces substantial competition for deposits and loans throughout its market area. The primary factors in competing for deposits are interest rates, personalized services, the quality and range of financial services, convenience of office locations and office hours. Competition for deposits comes primarily from other commercial banks, savings institutions, credit unions, thrift and loans, insurance companies, money market and mutual funds and other institutions which offer loan and investment products. The primary factors in competing for loans are interest rates, lending limits, loan origination fees, the quality and range of lending services and personalized services. Competition for loans comes primarily from other commercial banks, savings institutions, thrift and loans, mortgage companies, credit unions and other financial intermediaries. The Company faces competition for deposits and loans throughout its market areas not only from local institutions, but also from out-of-state financial intermediaries which have opened loan production offices or which solicit deposits in the Company's market areas. Many of the financial intermediaries operating in the Company's market areas offer certain services, such as trust and international banking services, which the Company does not offer directly. Additionally, banks with larger capitalization and financial intermediaries not subject to bank regulatory restrictions have larger lending limits and are thereby able to serve the needs of larger customers. The Bank's market share of total deposits in Los Angeles County and Orange County is insignificant. Employees At December 31, 1996, the Company had 33 full-time equivalent employees. Management believes that its relations with its employees are satisfactory. Properties The Company's executive offices currently are located at 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. The Company leases approximately 21,000 square feet of office space for a remaining term of approximately six years. Management believes that its existing facilities are adequate for its present purposes. Legal Proceedings There are no material legal proceedings pending other than ordinary routine litigation incidental to the business of the Company to which the Company or its subsidiaries is a party or of which any of their property is a subject, except as described below. Coutrywide Home Loans vs. Marathon National Bank, Los Angeles Superior Court, case number GC 018232. On December 16, 1996, the Plaintiffs filed suit against the Bank for breach of contract in connection with the Bank's failure to repurchase three non-conforming mortgage loans which the Bank had originated and sold to Plaintiff. The Plaintiff is seeking damages of at least $760,555 plus interest, attorneys fees and costs. The Bank is trying to settle the matter, but no settlement has been reached. Management of the Bank contends that amount of damages suffered by Plaintiff to be significantly less that the amount of damages sought. However, there can be no assurance that an adverse result or settlement with respect to the lawsuit would not have a material adverse effect on the Company. Effect of Governmental Policies and Recent Legislation Banking is a business that depends on rate differentials. In general, the difference between the interest rate paid by the Company on its deposits and its other borrowings and the interest rate received by the Company on loans extended to its customers and securities held in the Company's portfolio comprise the major portion of the Company's earnings. These rates are highly sensitive to many factors that are beyond the control of the Company. Accordingly, the earnings and growth of the Company are subject to the influence of local, domestic and foreign economic conditions, including recession, unemployment and inflation. The commercial banking business is not only affected by general economic conditions, but is also influenced by the monetary and fiscal policies of the federal government and the policies of regulatory agencies, particularly the FRB. The FRB implements national monetary policies (with objectives such as curbing inflation and combating recession) by its open market operations in United States Government securities, by adjusting the required level of reserves for financial intermediaries subject to its reserve requirements and by varying the discount rates applicable to borrowings by depository institutions. The actions of the FRB in these areas influence the growth of bank loans, investments and deposits and also affect interest rates charged on loans and paid on deposits. The nature and impact of any future changes in monetary policies cannot be predicted. From time to time, legislation is enacted which has the effect of increasing the cost of doing business, limiting or expanding permissible activities or affecting the competitive balance between banks and other financial institutions. Proposals to change the laws and regulations governing the operations and taxation of banks and other financial institutions are frequently made in Congress, in the California legislature and before various bank regulatory agencies. The likelihood of any major changes and the impact such changes might have on the Company are impossible to predict. Certain of the potentially significant changes which have been enacted recently by Congress or various regulatory or professional agencies are discussed below. The Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act (the "1996 Act") as part of the Omnibus Appropriations Bill was enacted on September 30, 1996 and includes many banking related provisions. The most important banking provision is the recapitalization of the Savings Association Insurance Fund ("SAIF"). The 1996 Act provides for a one time assessment of approximately 65 basis points per $100 of deposits of SAIF insured deposits including Oakar deposits payable on November 30, 1996. For the years 1997 through 1999 the banking industry will assist in the payment of interest on FICO bonds that were issued to help pay for the clean up of the savings and loan industry. Banks will pay approximately 1.3 cents per $100 of deposits for this special assessment, and after the year 2000, banks will pay approximately 2.4 cents per $100 of deposits until the FICO bonds mature in 2017. There is a three year moratorium on conversions of SAIF deposits to Bank Insurance Fund ("BIF") deposits. The 1996 Act also has certain regulatory relief provisions for the banking industry. Lender liability under the Superfund is eliminated for lenders who foreclose on property that is contaminated provided that the lenders were not involved with the management of the entity that contributed to the contamination. There is a five year sunset provision for the elimination of civil liability under the Truth in Savings Act. The FRB and Department of Housing and Urban Development are to develop a single format for Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act and Truth in Lending Act ("TILA") disclosures. TILA disclosures for adjustable mortgage loans are to be simplified. Significant revisions are made to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ("FCRA") including requiring that entities which provide information to credit bureaus conduct an investigation if a consumer claims the information to be in error. Regulatory agencies may not examine for FCRA compliance unless there is a consumer complaint investigation that reveals a violation or where the agency otherwise finds a violation. In the area of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, banks that self-test for compliance with fair lending laws will be protected from the results of the test provided that appropriate corrective action is taken when violations are found. On September 28, 1995, Governor Pete Wilson signed Assembly Bill 1482 (known as the Caldera, Weggeland, and Killea California Interstate Banking and Branching Act of 1995 and referred to herein as the "CIBBA") which allows for early interstate branching in California. Under the federally enacted Riegle-Neal Interstate Banking and Branching Efficiency Act of 1994 ("IBBEA"), discussed in more detail below, individual states could "opt-out" of the federal law that would allow banks on an interstate basis to engage in interstate branching by merging out-of-state banks with host state banks after June 1, 1997. In addition under IBBEA, individual states could also "opt-in" and allow out-of-state banks to merge with host state banks prior to June 1, 1997. The host state is allowed under IBBEA to impose certain nondiscriminatory conditions on the resulting depository institution until June 1, 1997. California in enacting CIBBA authorizes out-of-state banks to enter California by the acquisition of or merger with a California bank that has been in existence for at least five years. Section 3824 of the California Financial Code ("Section 3824") as added by CIBBA provides for the election of California to "opt-in" under IBBEA allowing interstate bank merger transactions prior to July 1, 1997 of an out-of-state bank with a California bank that has been in existence for at least five years. The early "opt in" has the reciprocal effect of allowing California banks to merge with out-of-state banks where the states of such out-of-state banks have also "opted in" under IBBEA. The five year age limitation is not required when the California bank is in danger of failing or in certain other emergency situations. Under IBBEA, California may also allow interstate branching through the acquisition of a branch in California without the acquisition of an entire California bank. Section 3824 provides an express prohibition against interstate branching through the acquisition of a branch in California without the acquisition of the entire California bank. IBBEA also has a provision allowing states to "opt-in" with respect to permitting interstate branching through the establishment of de novo or new branches by out-of-state banks. Section 3824 provides that California expressly prohibits interstate branching through the establishment of de novo branches of out-of-state banks in California, or in other words, California did not "opt-in" this aspect of IBBEA. CIBBA also amends the California Financial Code to include agency provisions to allow California banks to establish affiliated insured depository institution agencies out of state as allowed under IBBEA. Other provisions of CIBBA amend the intrastate branching laws, govern the use of shared ATM's, and amend intrastate branch acquisition and bank merger laws. Another banking bill enacted in California in 1995 was Senate Bill 855 (known as the State Bank Parity Act and is referred to herein as the "SBPA"). SBPA went into effect on January 1, 1996, and its purpose is to allow a California state bank to be on a level playing field with a national bank by the elimination of certain disparities and allowing the California Superintendent of Banks ("Superintendent") authority to implement certain changes in California banking law which are parallel to changes in national banking law such as closer conformance of California's version of Regulation O to the FRB's version of Regulation O and certain other changes including allowing the repurchase of stock with the prior written consent of the Superintendent. On September 29, 1994, IBBEA was enacted which has eliminated many of the current restrictions to interstate banking and branching. The IBBEA permits full nationwide interstate banking to adequately capitalized and adequately managed bank holding companies beginning September 29, 1995 without regard to whether such transaction is expressly prohibited under the laws of any state. The IBBEA's branching provisions permit full nationwide interstate bank merger transactions to adequately capitalized and adequately managed banks beginning June 1, 1997. However, states retain the right to completely "opt out" of interstate bank mergers and to continue to require that out-of-state banks comply with the states' rules governing entry. The states that opt out must enact a law after September 29, 1994 and before June 1, 1997 that (i) applies equally to all out-of-state banks and (ii) expressly prohibits merger transactions with out-of-state banks. States which opt out of allowing interstate bank merger transactions will preclude the mergers of banks in the opting out state with banks located in other states. In addition, banks located in states that opt out are not permitted to have interstate branches. States can also "opt in" which means states can permit interstate branching earlier than June 1, 1997. The laws governing interstate banking and interstate bank mergers provide that transactions, which result in the bank holding company or bank controlling or holding in excess of ten percent of the total deposits nationwide or thirty percent of the total deposits statewide, will not be permitted except under certain specified conditions. However, any state may waive the thirty percent provision for such state. In addition, a state may impose a cap of less than thirty percent of the total amount of deposits held by a bank holding company or bank provided such cap is not discriminatory to out-of-state bank holding companies or banks. On September 23, 1994, the Riegle Community Development and Regulatory Improvement Act of 1994 (the "1994 Act") was enacted which covers a wide range of topics including small business and commercial real estate loan securitization, money laundering, flood insurance, consumer home equity loan disclosure and protection as well as the funding of community development projects and regulatory relief. The major items of regulatory relief contained in the 1994 Act include an examination schedule that has been eased for the top rated banks and will be every 18 months for CAMEL 1 banks with less than $250 million in total assets and CAMEL 2 banks with less than $100 million in total assets (the $100 million amount was amended to $250 million by the 1996 Act discussed above). The 1994 Act amends Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Improvement Act of 1991 with respect to the Section 124, the mandate to the federal banking agencies to issue safety and soundness regulations, including regulations concerning executive compensation allowing the federal banking regulatory agencies to issue guidelines instead of regulations. Further regulatory relief is provided in the 1994 Act, as each of the federal regulatory banking agencies including the National Credit Union Administration Board is required to establish an internal regulatory appeals process for insured depository institutions within 6 months. In addition, the Department of Justice 30 day waiting period for mergers and acquisitions is reduced by the 1994 Act to 15 days for certain acquisitions and mergers. In the area of currency transaction reports, the 1994 Act requires the Secretary of the Treasury to allow financial institutions to file such reports electronically. The 1994 Act also requires the Secretary of the Treasury to publish written rulings concerning the Bank Secrecy Act, and staff commentary on Bank Secrecy Act regulations must also be published on an annual basis. On December 17, 1993, the President signed into law the Resolution Trust Corporation Completion Act to provide additional funding for failed savings associations under the jurisdiction of the Resolution Trust Corporation. In addition to providing such funding, the legislation, among other things, makes it more difficult for the federal banking agencies to obtain prejudgment injunctive relief against depository institutions and parties affiliated with such institutions, extends the moratorium on depository institutions converting from Savings Association Insurance Fund insurance to Bank Insurance Fund insurance or vice versa, and prohibits the FDIC from using any deposit insurance funds to benefit the shareholders of a failed or failing depository institution. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (the "Budget Act"), which was signed into law on August 10, 1993, contains numerous tax and other provisions which may affect financial institutions and their businesses. The Budget Act contains a provision that establishes a priority for depositors, or the FDIC as subrogee thereof, in the event of a liquidation or other resolution of an insured depository institution for which a receiver is appointed after August 10, 1993. In addition, under the existing cross-guarantee provisions of federal banking law, the FDIC has the power to estimate the cost of the failure of an insured depository institution and assess a charge against any financial institution affiliated with the failed institution. On December 19, 1991, the FDIC Improvement Act of 1991 (the "1991 Act") was signed into law. The 1991 Act provides for the recapitalization and funding of the Bank Insurance Fund of the FDIC. In addition, the 1991 Act includes many changes to banking law. Supervisory reforms provided under the 1991 Act include annual on-site full scope examinations of most insured institutions, additional audit and audit report requirements imposed on most insured institutions and a new annual report requirement for most insured institutions. Accounting reforms, including the prescription of accounting principles no less stringent than generally accepted accounting principles, and prescription of standards for the disclosure of off-balance sheet items, market value information and capital adequacy, are also provided for in the 1991 Act. In addition, the 1991 Act provides for a new rating system for insured institutions based on capital adequacy. Institutions will be categorized as critically undercapitalized, significantly undercapitalized, undercapitalized, adequately capitalized and well capitalized. The federal banking regulators have adopted definitions of how institutions will be ranked for prompt corrective action purposes. These definitions are as follows: (i) a well capitalized institution is one that has a leverage ratio of 5%, a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio of 6%, a total risk-based capital ratio of 10% and is not subject to any written order or final directive by the federal banking regulators to meet and maintain a specific capital level; (ii) an adequately capitalized institution is one that meets the minimum required capital adequacy levels but not that of a well capitalized institution; (iii) an undercapitalized institution is one that fails to meet any one of the minimum required capital adequacy levels but not as undercapitalized as a significantly undercapitalized institution; (iv) a significantly undercapitalized institution is one that has a total risk-based capital ratio of less than 6% and/or a leverage ratio of less than 3%; and (v) a critically undercapitalized institution is one with a leverage ratio of less than 2%. The banking regulators will have broad powers to regulate undercapitalized institutions. Undercapitalized institutions must file capital restoration plans and are automatically subject to restrictions on dividends, management fees and asset growth. In addition, the institution is prohibited from opening new branches, making acquisitions or engaging in new lines of business without the approval of its appropriate banking regulator. Holding companies with undercapitalized institutions will be prohibited from capital distributions without the prior approval of the FRB. Definite drop dead dates are mandated under the 1991 Act for when critically undercapitalized insured institutions must go under receivership or conservatorship. The 1991 Act also requires the regulators to issue regulations in many areas of banking including prescribing safety and soundness standards as to internal controls, asset quality, earnings, stock valuation and executive compensation. Least cost resolution is mandated by the 1991 Act which will require the FDIC to use the least cost method case resolution. Beginning in 1995, the FDIC generally will not be permitted to cover uninsured depositors or creditors unless the President, Secretary of Treasury and the FDIC jointly determine that such is necessary to avoid systemic risk. The 1991 Act also contains miscellaneous provisions including additional regulation of foreign banks, notification of branch closures, reduced assessments for lifeline account products, FDIC affordable housing program, Truth in Savings disclosure provisions, limitations on brokered deposits, restrictions on state bank nonbanking activities, risk-based assessments and deposit insurance limitations for certain accounts. The FDIC also adopted a risk-based assessment system for purposes of determining the insurance premium to be paid by a bank for FDIC deposit insurance. In addition, the 1991 Act requires that federal banking regulators take into account risks other than credit risks with respect to capital standards. On September 1, 1995, the federal banking regulators (other than the Office of Thrift Supervision ("OTS")) issued a final rule to take into account interest rate risk in calculating risk-based capital. On June 26, 1996, a joint agency policy statement was issued by all of the federal banking regulators except the OTS to provide guidance on sound practices for managing interest rate risk. The agencies did not in the policy statement elect to implement a standardized measure and quantitative capital charge, though the matter was left open for future implementation. Rather the policy statement provided standards for the banking agencies to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of a bank's interest rate risk management and guidance to bankers for managing interest rate risk. Specifically, effective interest rate risk management requires that there be (i) effective board and senior management oversight of the bank's interest rate risk activities, (ii) appropriate policies and practices in place to control and limit risks, (iii) accurate and timely identification and measurement of interest rate risk, (iv) an adequate system for monitoring and reporting risk exposures and (v) appropriate internal controls for effective interest rate risk management. It is likely that other bills affecting the business of banks may be introduced in the future by the United States Congress or California legislature. Supervision and Regulation Bank holding companies and national banks are extensively regulated under both federal and state law. Marathon Bancorp Marathon Bancorp, as a registered bank holding company, is subject to regulation under the BHC Act. Marathon Bancorp is required to file with the FRB quarterly and annual reports and such additional information as the FRB may require pursuant to the BHC Act. The FRB may conduct examinations of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank. The FRB may require that Marathon Bancorp terminate an activity or terminate control of or liquidate or divest certain subsidiaries or affiliates when the FRB believes the activity or the control of the subsidiary or affiliate constitutes a significant risk to the financial safety, soundness or stability of any of its banking subsidiaries. The FRB also has the authority to regulate provisions of certain bank holding company debt, including authority to impose interest ceilings and reserve requirements on such debt. Under certain circumstances, Marathon Bancorp must file written notice and obtain approval from the FRB prior to purchasing or redeeming its equity securities. Under the BHC Act and regulations adopted by the FRB, a bank holding company and its nonbanking subsidiaries are prohibited from requiring certain tie-in arrangements in connection with any extension of credit, lease or sale of property or furnishing of services. Further, the Company is required by the FRB to maintain certain levels of capital. Marathon Bancorp is required to obtain the prior approval of the FRB for the acquisition of more than 5% of the outstanding shares of any class of voting securities or substantially all of the assets of any bank or bank holding company. Prior approval of the FRB is also required for the merger or consolidation of Marathon Bancorp and another bank holding company. Marathon Bancorp is prohibited by the BHC Act, except in certain statutorily prescribed instances, from acquiring direct or indirect ownership or control of more than 5% of the outstanding voting shares of any company that is not a bank or bank holding company and from engaging directly or indirectly in activities other than those of banking, managing or controlling banks or furnishing services to its subsidiaries. However, Marathon Bancorp may, subject to the prior approval of the FRB, engage in any, or acquire shares of companies engaged in, activities that are deemed by the FRB to be so closely related to banking or managing or controlling banks as to be a proper incident thereto. In making any such determination, the FRB is required to consider whether the performance of such activities by Marathon Bancorp or an affiliate can reasonably be expected to produce benefits to the public, such as greater convenience, increased competition or gains in efficiency, that outweigh possible adverse effects, such as undue concentration of resources, decreased or unfair competition, conflicts of interest or unsound banking practices. The FRB is also empowered to differentiate between activities commenced de novo and activities commenced by acquisition, in whole or in part, of a going concern and is generally prohibited from approving an application by a bank holding company to acquire voting shares of any commercial bank in another state unless such acquisition is specifically authorized by the laws of such other state. Under FRB regulations, a bank holding company is required to serve as a source of financial and managerial strength to its subsidiary banks and may not conduct its operations in an unsafe or unsound manner. In addition, it is the FRB's policy that in serving as a source of strength to its subsidiary banks, a bank holding company should stand ready to use available resources to provide adequate capital funds to its subsidiary banks during periods of financial stress or adversity and should maintain the financial flexibility and capital-raising capacity to obtain additional resources for assisting its subsidiary banks. A bank holding company's failure to meet its obligations to serve as a source of strength to its subsidiary banks will generally be considered by the FRB to be an unsafe and unsound banking practice or a violation of the FRB's regulations or both. Marathon Bancorp is also a bank holding company within the meaning of Section 3700 of the California Financial Code. As such, Marathon Bancorp and its subsidiaries are subject to examination by, and may be required to file reports with, the California State Banking Department. Finally, Marathon Bancorp is subject to the periodic reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, including but not limited to, filing annual, quarterly and other current reports with the Commission. The Bank The Bank, as a national banking association, is subject to primary supervision, periodic examination and regulation by the OCC. The deposits of the Bank are insured by the FDIC, up to the applicable limits. For this protection, the Bank, as is the case with all insured banks, pays a semi-annual statutory assessment and is subject to the rules and regulations of the FDIC. The amount of the assessment depends on the condition of the Bank. Various requirements and restrictions under the laws of the State of California and the United States affect the operations of the Bank. State and federal statutes and regulations affect many aspects of the Bank's operations, including reserves against deposits, interest rates payable on deposits, loans, investments, mergers and acquisitions, borrowings, dividends and locations of branch offices. Further, the Bank is required to maintain certain levels of capital. Restrictions on Transfers of Funds to Marathon Bancorp by the Bank Marathon Bancorp is a legal entity separate and distinct from the Bank. There are statutory and regulatory limitations on the amount of dividends which may be paid to Marathon Bancorp by the Bank. Marathon Bancorp as the sole shareholder of the Bank is entitled to dividends when and as declared by the Bank's Board out of funds legally available therefor. The Bank's ability to pay dividends is governed by the national banking laws and under certain circumstances is subject to the approval of the OCC. Pursuant to 12 U.S.C. Section 56, no national bank may pay dividends from its capital; all dividends must be paid out of net profits then on hand, after deducting for expenses, including losses and bad debts. The payment of dividends out of net profits of a national bank is further limited by 12 U.S.C. Section 60(a), which prohibits a bank from declaring a dividend on its shares of common stock until its surplus fund equals the amount of common capital, or if the surplus fund does not equal the amount of common capital, until at least one-tenth of the Bank's net profits for the relevant statutory period are transferred to the surplus fund each time dividends are declared. Pursuant to 12 U.S.C. Section 60(b), the approval of the OCC is required if the total of all dividends declared by a bank in any calendar year will exceed the total of its net profits of that year combined with its retained net profits of the two preceding years, less any required transfers to surplus or to a fund for the retirement of any preferred stock which may be outstanding. Moreover, pursuant to 12 U.S.C. Section 1818(b), the Comptroller may prohibit the payment of dividends which would constitute an unsafe and unsound banking practice. At December 31, 1996 the Bank had no amount that was available for dividends. The OCC also has authority to prohibit the Bank from engaging in what, in the OCC's opinion, constitutes an unsafe or unsound practice in conducting its business. It is possible, depending upon the financial condition of the bank in question and other factors, that the OCC could assert that the payment of dividends or other payments might, under some circumstances, be such an unsafe or unsound practice. Further, the FRB has established guidelines with respect to the maintenance of appropriate levels of capital by bank holding companies under its jurisdiction. Compliance with the standards set forth in such guidelines and the restrictions that are or may be imposed under the PCA Provisions could limit the amount of dividends which the Bank or Marathon Bancorp may pay. At present, substantially all of Marathon Bancorp's revenues, including funds available for the payment of dividends and other operating expenses, is, and will continue to be, primarily dividends paid by the Bank. However, as a result of losses experienced, the Bank is prohibited by national banking law from paying a cash dividend in any amount to Marathon Bancorp without first obtaining the prior approval of the OCC. The Bank is subject to certain restrictions imposed by federal law on any extensions of credit to, or the issuance of a guarantee or letter of credit on behalf of, Marathon Bancorp or other affiliates, the purchase of or investments in stock or other securities thereof, the taking of such securities as collateral for loans and the purchase of assets of Marathon Bancorp or other affiliates. Such restrictions prevent Marathon Bancorp and such other affiliates from borrowing from the Bank unless the loans are secured by marketable obligations of designated amounts. Further, such secured loans and investments by the Bank to or in Marathon Bancorp or to or in any other affiliate is limited to 10% of the Bank's capital and surplus (as defined by federal regulations) and such secured loans and investments are limited, in the aggregate, to 20% of the Bank's capital and surplus (as defined by federal regulations). Additional restrictions on transactions with affiliates may be imposed on the Bank under the PCA Provisions. Existing and Potential Enforcement Actions Commercial banking organizations, such as the Bank, and their institution-affiliated parties, which include Marathon Bancorp, may be subject to potential enforcement actions by the FRB, the OCC for unsafe or unsound practices in conducting their businesses or for violations of any law, rule, regulation or any condition imposed in writing by the agency or any written agreement with the agency. Enforcement actions may include the imposition of a conservator or receiver, the issuance of a cease-and-desist order that can be judicially enforced, the termination of insurance of deposits (in the case of a bank), the imposition of civil money penalties, the issuance of directives to increase capital, the issuance of formal and informal agreements, the issuance of removal and prohibition orders against institution-affiliated parties and the imposition of restrictions and sanctions under the PCA Provisions. Additionally, a holding company's inability to serve as a source of strength to its subsidiary banking organizations could serve as an additional basis for a regulatory action against the holding company. Following a supervisory examination of the Bank dated July 5, 1995, the Bank entered into a Formal Agreement with the OCC. The Formal Agreement requires the Bank to develop on an annual basis a strategic plan covering a period of three years. The strategic plan is required to include among other things (i) the achievement and maintenance by the Bank of a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio of at least 8.5% and a leverage capital ratio of at least 6%, (ii) attainment of satisfactory profitability, and (iii) reduction of OREO assets based on an individual parcel cost/benefit analysis that identifies the breakeven price and a marketing program designed to achieve each parcel's timely sale. On December 16, 1996, Marathon Bancorp entered into the MOU with the FRBSF under which Marathon Bancorp agreed, among other things, to (i) refrain from paying cash dividends, except with the prior approval of the FRBSF, (ii) submit to the FRBSF an acceptable plan to increase and maintain an adequate capital position for the Bank, (iii) not incur any debt without the prior approval of the FRBSF, (iv) not repurchase its stock without the prior approval of the FRBSF, (v) comply with Section 32 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act which requires Marathon Bancorp to notify the FRB prior to the addition of any director or senior executive officer and prohibits Marathon Bancorp from adding any such person if the FRB issues a notice of disapproval of such addition, (vi) employ a permanent full-time president and chief executive officer at Marathon Bancorp and the Bank with demonstrated experience in lending and the management and operations of a bank and (vii) submit progress reports detailing the form and manner of all actions taken to comply with the MOU. The MOU supersedes an earlier memorandum of understanding dated September 24, 1992 and a supervisory letter dated November 30, 1995. See "BUSINESS--Supervision and Regulation--Existing and Potential Enforcement Actions." Management believes that the Bank is currently in substantial compliance with the terms of the Formal Agreement and the MOU that are required to be met as of the date of this Prospectus. However, compliance is determined by the OCC with respect to the Formal Agreement and the FRBSF with respect to the MOU. In the event a determination is made that the Bank is not in compliance with any of the terms of the Formal Agreement or Marathon Bancorp is not in compliance with any of the terms of the MOU, the OCC and FRBSF, respectively would have available various enforcement measures available, including the imposition of a conservator or receiver (which would likely result in a substantial diminution or a total loss of the shareholders' investment in the Company), the issuance of a cease and desist order that can be judicially enforced, the termination of insurance of deposits, the imposition of civil money penalties, the issuance of directives to increase capital, the issuance of formal and informal agreements, the issuance of removal and prohibition orders against institution-affiliated parties and the imposition of restrictions and sanctions under the PCA Provisions. MANAGEMENT Directors The following is a summary of certain information, as of March 1, 1997 regarding the persons who serve as directors of Marathon Bancorp. Year First Name and Title Appointed Principal Occupation Other than Director Age Director During Past Five Years Nikolas Patsaouras Chairman 53 1982 President of Patsaouras & Associates (consulting engineers). Robert J. Abernethy 57 1983 President, American Standard Development Co. Craig D. Collette 54 1997 President and Chief Executive Officer of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank. Former President and Chief Operating Officer of TransWorld Bank from June 1996 to January 1997, and former President and Chief Executive Officer of Landmark Bank from January 1979 to April 1996. Frank W. Jobe, M.D. 71 1985 Orthopedic Surgeon C. Thomas Mallos Chief Financial Officer 60 1982 President, C. Thomas Mallos, Accountancy Corp. Robert L. Oltman 59 1982 President, Oltman Management Company. General Partner of Space Bank, Ltd. (self storage and management company). Ann Pappas 68 1982 Restauranteur. Executive Officers The following table provides certain information as of March 1, 1997 regarding the persons, other than Messrs. Collette and Mallos, who are currently serving as executive officers of Marathon Bancorp and/or the Bank. Name Age Principal Occupation During Past Five Years Timothy J. Herles 55 Executive Vice President /Senior Credit Officer of the Bank since 1992. Formerly Chief Administrative Officer of the Bank from 1989 to 1992. Adrienne Caldwell 54 Senior Vice President/Chief Operating Officer and Chief Administrative Officer of the Bank since 1992. Formerly Cashier of the Bank from 1988 to 1992. Daniel Erickson 51 Senior Vice President/Chief Financial Officer of the Bank since 1993. Formerly Senior Vice President/Chief Financial Officer of Commercial Center Bank. Edward Myska 51 Senior Vice President/Business Development of the Bank since 1988. Formerly, Vice President /Administration of Brentwood Bank of California. Executive Compensation Summary Compensation Table Long Term Compensation Annual Compensation Awards Payouts (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) Other Rest- All Annual ricted Other Name and Compen- Stock Opt- LTIP Compen- Principal Salary Bonus sation Awards ions/ Payouts sation Position Year $ ($) ($)(1) ($) SARs ($) (1)($) John Maloney (2) President and Chief Executive Officer of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank 1996 $141,900 $0 $5,750 $0 50,000 $0 $0 1995 $150,000 $0 $6,000 0 0 0 $0 1994 $29,090(3)$0 $629 0 0 0 $0 Timothy J. Herles Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer of the Bank 1996 $100,000 $0 $8,400 0 0 0 $0 1995 $100,000 $0 $8,400 0 0 0 $0 1994 $111,037 $0 $8,400 0 0 0 $0 (1) These amounts represent the business expense compensation. (2) Mr. Maloney passed away in November 1996. (3) Mr. Maloney was President of the Company and the Bank and Chief Executive officer of the Bank from October 1994 until the time of his death. Option/SAR Grants Table Option/SAR Grants in Last Fiscal Year Individual Grants (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Number of % of Total Securities Options/SARS Underlying Granted to Exercise or Options/SARS Employees in Base Price Expiration Name Granted (#) Fiscal Year ($/Share) Date John Maloney 50,000 20% $1.75 11/1998 Option/SAR Exercises and Year-End Value Table Aggregated Option/SAR Exercises in Last Fiscal Year and Year-End Option/SAR Value (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Number of Value of Unexercised Unexercised Options/SARS In-the-Money Shares Value at Year-End(#)Options/SARs Acquired on Realized Exercisable/ at Year-End($) Name Exercise(#) ($) Unexercised Exercisable/ Unexercisable John Maloney 0 N/A 10,000/ $7,500/ 40,000(1) 30,000(1) Timothy J. Herles 0 N/A 39,696/0(1) $0/0(1) N/A - means not applicable. (1) Options only. Employment Agreement Marathon Bancorp and the Bank have an employment agreement with Mr. Craig D. Collette. Pursuant to Mr. Collette's employment agreement, Mr. Collette is to serve for a term of five years commencing January 15, 1997 as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank. The base annual salary for Mr. Collette is $170,000 per year, with increases to be determined at the discretion of the Boards of Directors of the Bank and Marathon Bancorp. The agreement provides Mr. Collette with four weeks vacation, health, disability and life insurance benefits, $700 per month for car allowance, stock options to acquire 30,000 shares of Common Stock with vesting at 20% per year, salary continuation benefits as described below, and indemnification for matters incurred in connection with any action against the executive which arose out of and was within the scope of his employment, provided that the executive acted in good faith and in a manner the executive reasonably believed to be in the best interests of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank and with respect to a criminal matter if the executive also had no reasonable cause to believe his conduct was unlawful. If Marathon Bancorp and the Bank terminate Mr. Collette without cause, Mr. Collette shall be entitled to (i) two years then base salary in a lump sum at the time of termination, and (ii) continuation of insurance benefits for 24 months six months. Upon any merger or consolidation where the Marathon Bancorp and the Bank are not the surviving or resulting corporations, or upon any transfer of all or substantially all of the assets of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank, and Mr. Collette not be retained for the remaining term of the agreement in a comparable position of the resulting corporation, Mr. Collette shall be paid two years of his then base salary in a lump sum within ten days of such termination. Director Compensation Each nonemployee director of Marathon Bancorp received $200 per meeting for his or her attendance at all special or committee meetings of the Bank, and $1,000 per board meeting of the Bank, except the Chairman who receives $1,500 per board meeting of the Bank. The maximum a director may receive for attendance at the board or committee meetings is $2,000 per month. Limitation of Liability and Indemnification The Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of Marathon Bancorp provide for indemnification of agents including directors, officers and employees to the maximum extent allowed by California law including the use of an indemnity agreement. Marathon Bancorp's Articles further provide for the elimination of director liability for monetary damages to the maximum extent allowed by California law. The indemnification law of the State of California generally allows indemnification in matters not involving the right of the corporation, to an agent of the corporation if such person acted in good faith and in a manner such person reasonably believed to be in the best interests of the corporation, and in the case of a criminal matter, had no reasonable cause to believe the conduct of such person was unlawful. California law, with respect to matters involving the right of a corporation, allows indemnification of an agent of the corporation, if such person acted in good faith, in a manner such person believed to be in the best interests of the corporation and its shareholders; provided that there shall be no indemnification for: (i) amounts paid in settling or otherwise disposing of a pending action without court approval; (ii) expenses incurred in defending a pending action which is settled or otherwise disposed of without court approval; (iii) matters in which such person shall have been adjudged to be liable to the corporation unless and only to the extent that the court in which the proceeding is or was pending shall determine that such person is entitled to be indemnified; or (iv) other matters specified in the California General Corporation Law. Marathon Bancorp's Bylaws provide that Marathon Bancorp shall to the maximum extent permitted by law have the power to indemnify its directors, officers and employees. Marathon Bancorp's Bylaws also provide that Marathon Bancorp shall have the power to purchase and maintain insurance covering its directors, officers and employees against any liability asserted against any of them and incurred by any of them, whether or not Marathon Bancorp would have the power to indemnify them against such liability under the provisions of applicable law or the provisions of Marathon Bancorp's Bylaws. Each of the directors and executive officers of Marathon Bancorp has an indemnification agreement with Marathon Bancorp that provides that Marathon Bancorp shall indemnify such person to the full extent authorized by the applicable provisions of California law and further provide advances to pay for any expenses which would be subject to reimbursement. Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act") may be permitted to directors, officers or persons controlling Marathon Bancorp pursuant to the foregoing, Marathon Bancorp has been informed that in the opinion of the Commission, such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act and is therefore unenforceable. BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF COMMON STOCK The following table sets forth certain information regarding the beneficial ownership of Marathon Bancorp's Common Stock by each person who is currently serving as a director or named executive officer of Marathon Bancorp or the Bank and by all directors and officers of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank as a group. Unless otherwise indicated, the persons listed below have shared voting and investment powers of the shares beneficially owned. As of April 1, 1997, Marathon Bancorp is not aware of any person who was the beneficial owner of 5% or more of Marathon Bancorp's outstanding Common Stock except as set forth below. Common Stock Beneficially Owned as of March 31, 1997 Number of Percent of Name of Beneficial Owner Shares Class ** Directors and Named Executive Officers: Nikolas Patsaouras 37,536 2.4 Robert J. Abernethy 107,299(1) 6.8 Craig D. Collette 22,223 1.4 Frank W. Jobe, M.D. 51,566 3.2 C. Thomas Mallos 47,878 3.0 Robert L. Oltman 110,922(1) 7.0 Ann Pappas 60,011 3.8 Timothy J. Herles 40,880(2) 2.5 Total for all directors, named executive officers and all executive officers (numbering 8) 478,315(2) 29.4 Principal Shareholder: Carl Edward Lindros 74,286(3) 4.7 __________________ (1) The address of these directors is c/o Marathon Bancorp, 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90064. (2) This amount includes 39,696 shares acquirable by exercise of stock options. (3) Mr. Lindros indicated in filings with the Commission that he is the sole beneficial owner of these shares and holds sole voting power with respect to these shares. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS Some of Marathon Bancorp's directors and executive officers and their immediate families as well as the companies with which they are associated are customers of, or have had banking transactions with, the Bank in the ordinary course of the Bank's business, and the Bank expects to have banking transactions with such persons in the future. The Bank's policy is not to make any loans to its or Marathon Bancorp's directors and executive officers, and therefore these are no loans to its or Marathon Bancorp's directors and officers. DESCRIPTION OF CAPITAL STOCK Marathon Bancorp's Articles of Incorporation, as amended, authorize the issuance of 9,000,000 shares of no par value Common Stock and 1,000,000 shares of no par value Preferred Stock. As of April 1, 1997, there were 1,589,596 shares of the Common Stock and no shares of the Preferred Stock issued and outstanding. The Preferred Stock may be issued from time to time in one or more series. The Board is authorized to fix the number of shares of any series of Preferred Stock and to determine the designation of any such shares. The Board is also authorized to determine or alter the rights, preferences, privileges and restrictions granted to or imposed upon any wholly unissued series of Preferred Stock and, within the limits and restrictions stated in any resolution or resolutions of the Board originally fixing the number of shares constituting any series, to increase or decrease (but not below the number of shares of such series then outstanding) the number of shares of any series subsequent to the issue of shares of that series. The Board does not presently intend to issue any Preferred Stock. Although it is not possible to state the actual effects of any issuance of Preferred Stock upon the rights of holders of other securities of Marathon Bancorp, such effects might include (i) restrictions on Common Stock dividends if Preferred Stock dividends have not been paid or (ii) the inability of current holders of Common Stock to share in Marathon Bancorp's assets upon liquidation until satisfaction of any liquidation preferences granted to the holders of the Preferred Stock. In addition, the issuance of Preferred Stock under certain circumstances may have the effect of discouraging an attempt to change control of Marathon Bancorp by, for example, creating voting impediments to the approval of mergers or other similar transactions involving Marathon Bancorp. Subject to such preferential rights as may be determined by the Board in the future in connection with the issuance, if any, of shares of Preferred Stock, holders of Common Stock are entitled to cast one vote for each share held of record, to receive such dividends as may be declared by the Board out of legally available funds and to share ratably in any distribution of Marathon Bancorp's assets after payment of all debts and other liabilities, upon liquidation, dissolution or winding up of Marathon Bancorp. Shareholders do have preemptive rights to subscribe to any and all issuances of the Common Stock. The outstanding shares of Common Stock are, and the shares of Common Stock to be issued in the Offering, will be, upon delivery and payment therefor in accordance with the terms of the Offering, fully paid and nonassessable. The Articles of Incorporation of Marathon Bancorp requires the affirmative vote of not less than two-thirds (2/3) of the total voting power of all outstanding shares of voting stock of Marathon Bancorp for the approval of any proposal (i) that Marathon Bancorp merger or consolidate with any other corporation if such other corporation and its affiliates are the beneficial owners of 20% or more of the total voting power of all outstanding shares of the voting stock of Marathon Bancorp (such other corporation being herein referred to as a "Related Corporation"), (ii) that Marathon Bancorp sell or exchange all or substantially all of its assets or business to or with such Related Corporation, or (iii) that Marathon Bancorp issue or deliver any stock or other securities of its issue in consideration for any properties or assets of such Related Corporation or any of its affiliates, if to effect such transaction the approval of shareholders of Marathon Bancorp, if to effect such transaction is required by law; provided, however that the such two-thirds approval shall not be required as to any merger, consolidation, sale or exchange, or issuance or delivery of stock or other securities which was (i) approved by resolution of at least two-thirds of the then authorized members of the Board, (ii) approved by resolution of the Board prior to the Related Corporation and its affiliates acquiring beneficial ownership of more than 20% of the total voting power of all outstanding shares of the voting stock of Marathon Bancorp, or (iii) solely between Marathon Bancorp and another corporation of which 50% or more of the voting stock of which is owned by Marathon Bancorp. In addition, the Articles of Incorporation of Marathon Bancorp provides that in the event Marathon Bancorp has a variable Board, then the exact number of directors may not be changed by the shareholders unless by the vote of the holders of not less than two-thirds of the total voting power of the all outstanding shares of voting stock of Marathon Bancorp. In addition, a bylaw specifying or changing the fixed number of directors or changing from a fixed to a variable board or vice versa shall not be made, repealed, altered amended or rescinded except by the vote of the holders of not less than two-thirds of the total voting power of all outstanding shares of voting stock of Marathon Bancorp. Marathon Bancorp currently has a variable Board with a range of 7 to 12 directors with the exact number of directors set at 7. The effect of the Article provisions discussed above have the general effect of preventing certain merger, consolidation, sale or exchange, or issuance or delivery of stock or other securities transactions with a Related Corporation unless a supermajority vote of two-thirds of the total voting power of all outstanding shares of voting stock of Marathon Bancorp is obtained. PLAN OF DISTRIBUTION The Common Stock offered pursuant to the Offering is being offered by Marathon Bancorp directly to holders of its Common Stock. Marathon Bancorp has not employed any brokers, dealers or underwriters to solicit subscriptions in the Offering and will not pay any them any commissions, fees or discounts in connection with the Offering, except that Marathon Bancorp may employ brokers and dealers as selling agents for Marathon Bancorp to solicit subscriptions for the Public Offering and pay them commissions as provided below. Certain executive officers of Marathon Bancorp and the Bank may solicit responses from shareholders and Record Holders, but such employees will not receive any commissions or compensation for such services other than their normal employment compensation. The assistance to be provided by such executive officers in connection with the Offering may consist of (i) assisting in the preparation and mailing of the Prospectus and other subscription materials, (ii) responding to inquiries of potential purchasers and (iii) maintaining records of subscriptions. Marathon Bancorp anticipates entering into agreements with licensed brokers and dealers that are members of the NASD ("Selling Agents") to act as selling agents for Marathon Bancorp in connection with the sale of shares of Common Stock in the Public Offering. The Selling Agents will be paid a commission of 5% of the gross proceeds of shares of Common Stock sold through their direct efforts in the Public Offering. The Selling Agents may be deemed to be underwriters under the Securities Act and, therefore, the fees and commissions to be paid to them may be deemed to be underwriting fees and commissions. Marathon Bancorp expects to agree to indemnify the Selling Agents against certain liabilities, including civil liabilities under the Securities Act, or contribute to payments which the Selling Agents may be required to make in respect thereof. LEGAL MATTERS The validity of the securities offered hereby will be passed upon for Marathon Bancorp by Gary Steven Findley & Associates, Anaheim, California. Gary Steven Findley, the principal of Gary Steven Findley & Associates beneficially owns 31,111 shares of the Company's Common Stock. EXPERTS The consolidated financial statements of the Company as of December 31, 1996 and 1995 and for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 1996 included herein and elsewhere in the Registration Statement have been audited by Deloitte & Touche LLP, independent auditors, as stated in their report appearing herein and in the Registration Statement (which report expresses an unqualified opinion and includes an explanatory paragraph referring to certain regulatory matters), and have been so included in reliance upon the report of such firm given upon their authority as experts in accounting and auditing. MARATHON BANCORP INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Page Independent Auditor's Report........................... F-2 Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition, December 31, 1995 and 1996............................ F-3 Consolidated Statements of Operations, years ended December 31, 1994, 1995 and 1996.......... F-4 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, years ended December 31, 1994, 1995 and 1996............... F-5 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders' Equity, years ended December 31, 1994, 1995 and 1996................................... F-6 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements............. F-7 The Board of Directors and Shareholders, Marathon Bancorp We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial condition of Marathon Bancorp and subsidiary as of December 31, 1996 and 1995, and the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in shareholders' equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 1996. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of Marathon Bancorp's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion. In our opinion, such consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Marathon Bancorp and subsidiary as of December 31, 1996 and 1995, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 1996, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. As discussed in Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements, Marathon Bancorp and its wholly owned subsidiary, Marathon National Bank (the "Bank"), entered into formal regulatory agreements with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, respectively. At December 31, 1996, the Bank did not meet the minimum capital requirements prescribed by the formal agreement and the capital adequacy guidelines under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action . Failure on the part of Marathon Bancorp or the Bank to meet the terms of the respective agreements may subject the Bank to significant regulatory sanctions, including restrictions as to the source of deposits and the appointment of a conservator or receiver. /s/ Deloitte & Touche Los Angeles, California February 28, 1997 (March 24, 1997 as to Notes 11 and 13) F-2 December 31, 1996 1995 Assets Cash and due from banks $4,788,900 $8,450,300 Federal funds sold 2,500,000 14,400,000 Cash and cash equivalents 7,288,900 22,850,300 Interest-bearing deposits with financial institutions 996,000 497,000 Securities available for sale 1,030,700 3,302,900 Securities held to maturity (aggregate market value of $5,823,000 in 1996 and $6,306,700 in 1995) 6,089,000 6,610,700 Loans receivable, net (allowance for loan losses of $1,088,200in 1996 and $720,100 in 1995) 46,608,200 49,515,100 Other real estate owned, net 3,085,300 2,654,400 Premises and equipment, net 453,100 420,900 Accrued interest receivable 432,000 582,200 Other assets 409,800 321,100 Total $66,393,000 $86,754,600 Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Deposits: Demand, noninterest-bearing $25,839,900 $38,415,000 Demand, interest-bearing 5,809,600 7,868,100 Money market and savings 22,969,200 27,167,000 Time certificates of deposit: Under $100,000 5,540,100 5,779,400 $100,000 and over 2,722,200 3,300,400 Total deposits 62,881,000 82,529,900 Accrued interest payable 113,700 93,600 Other liabilities 355,500 155,600 Total liabilities 63,350,200 82,779,100 Commitments and contingencies Shareholders' equity: Preferred shares - no par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued and outstanding Common shares - no par value, 9,000,000 shares authorized, 1,248,764 shares issued and outstanding in 1996 and 1995 8,080,000 8,080,000 Net unrealized gain on securities available for sale 7,500 1,100 Accumulated deficit (5,044,700) (4,105,600) Total shareholders' equity 3,042,800 3,975,500 Total $66,393,000 $86,754,600 See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. F-3 Year ended December 31, 1996 1995 1994 Interest income: Loans, including fees $4,034,900 $4,811,900 $5,124,300 Investment securities - taxable 475,500 848,000 902,600 Federal funds sold 622,500 374,600 121,400 Deposits with financial institutions 47,200 40,000 10,000 Total interest income 5,180,100 6,074,500 6,158,300 Interest expense: Deposits 1,176,600 1,312,500 1,405,300 Federal funds purchased 0 9,500 21,600 Total interest expense 1,176,600 1,322,000 1,426,900 Net interest income before provision for loan losses 4,003,500 4,752,500 4,731,400 Provision for loan losses 601,000 561,100 0 Net interest income after provision for loan losses 3,402,500 4,191,400 4,731,400 Other operating income: Service charges on deposit accounts 197,000 206,800 246,100 Gain on mortgage loan sale 0 0 111,200 Other service charges and fees 22,700 52,500 72,400 Total other operating income 219,700 259,300 429,700 Other operating expenses: Salaries and employee benefits 1,435,400 1,848,900 2,169,000 Provision for OREO losses 151,000 1,147,500 234,400 Net operating cost of other real estate owned 238,400 202,800 202,500 Occupancy 530,900 352,100 565,600 Furniture and equipment 146,200 104,600 123,200 Professional services 554,700 727,100 874,200 Business promotion 60,500 68,300 78,400 Stationery and supplies 71,100 77,900 70,200 Data processing services 471,400 586,600 558,100 Messenger and courier services 268,600 256,900 406,000 Insurance and assessments 321,200 328,200 429,900 Litigation 188,900 0 0 Customer checks 60,900 64,000 38,600 Other expenses 62,100 88,600 170,000 Total other operating expenses 4,561,300 5,853,500 5,920,100 Loss before extraordinary item (939,100) (1,402,800) (759,000) Extraordinary gain on early extinguishment of debt, net 0 0 111,800 Net loss $(939,100) $(1,402,800) $(647,200) Net loss per share: Loss before extraordinary item $(0.75) $(1.12) $(0.61) Extraordinary item 0.00 0.00 0.09 Net loss $(0.75) $(1.12) $(0.52) See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. F-4 Year ended December 31, (Decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents 1996 1995 1994 Cash flows from operating activities: Interest received $5,168,600 $6,105,100 $6,088,300 Service charges on deposit accounts and other fees received 219,700 259,300 318,500 Proceeds from sale of mortgage loans held for sale 0 0 17,851,000 Funding of mortgage loans held for sale 0 0 (9,150,200) Interest paid (1,156,500) (1,312,500) (1,421,400) Cash paid to employees and suppliers (4,087,200) (4,692,800) (5,845,200) Income taxes (paid) refunded, net (2,400) 88,000 1,389,800 Net cash provided by operating activities 142,200 447,100 9,230,800 Cash flows from investing activities: Net increase in interest- bearing deposits with financial institutions (499,000) (101,000) (396,000) Purchases of securities available for sale (1,007,500) 0 (10,865,600) Purchases of securities held to maturity 0 0 (5,965,900) Proceeds from maturities of securities available for sale 3,280,600 10,905,000 0 Proceeds from maturities of securities held to maturity 503,900 5,137,400 6,196,300 Net decrease in loans made to customers 758,200 7,310,100 4,829,200 Proceeds from sale of other real estate owned 1,082,200 728,200 3,157,100 Purchases of furniture, fixtures and equipment (173,100) (2,900) (63,200) Net cash provided (used) by investing activities 3,945,300 23,976,800 (3,108,100) Cash flows from financing activities: Net (decrease) increase in noninterest-bearing and interest-bearing demand deposits and money market and savings accounts (18,831,400) (7,454,200) 7,144,600 Net decrease in time certificates of deposits (817,500) (1,315,800) (10,838,800) Repayment of long term debt 0 0 (560,000) Net cash used by financing activities (19,648,900) (8,770,000) (4,254,200) Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents (15,561,400) 15,653,900 1,868,500 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 22,850,300 7,196,400 5,327,900 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year $7,288,900 $22,850,300 $7,196,400 Year ended December 31, 1996 1995 1994 Reconciliation of net loss to net cash provided by operating activities Net loss $(939,100) $(1,402,800) $(647,200) Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities: Depreciation and amortization expense 140,900 90,700 113,800 Provision for loan losses 601,000 561,100 0 Provision for OREO losses 151,000 1,147,500 234,400 Loss (gain) on sale of real estate owned 68,500 42,900 (85,300) Gain on mortgage loans held for sale 0 0 (111,200) Gain on early extinguishment of debt 0 0 (111,800) Amortization of premiums and discounts on securities, net 23,300 (26,300) 66,200 Change in mortgage loans held for sale 0 8,700,800 Change in deferred loan origination fees,net (184,900) (43,700) (43,200) Change in income tax refunds receivable 0 88,000 1,389,800 Change in other assets and accrued interest receivable 61,500 254,700 (85,400) Change in other liabilities and accrued interest payable 220,000 (265,000) (190,100) Total adjustments 1,081,300 1,849,900 9,878,000 Net cash provided by operating activities $142,200 $447,100 $9,230,800 Supplemental cash flow information: Transfer from mortgage loans held for sale to loans receivable $0 $0 $1,100,000 Transfer from loans to other real estate owned 2,436,400 347,700 2,165,700 Loans made to facilitate the sale of other real estate owned 703,800 1,912,200 3,029,000 Transfer of securities from held-to-maturity to available for sale 0 3,301,800 0 F-5 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders' Equity Marathon Bancorp and Subsidiary Net Unrealized Gain (loss) on Securities Preferred Common shares Accumulated Available Shares Shares Amount Deficit for Sale Total Balance, January 1, 1994 -- 1,248,764 $8,080,000 $(2,055,600) $0 $6,024,400 Net Loss (647,200) (647,200) Unrealized loss on securities available for sale (10,300) (10,300) Balance, December 31, 1994 -- 1,248,764 8,080,000 (2,702,800) (10,300) 5,366,900 Net Loss (1,402,800) (1,402,800) Net change in unrealized gain on securities available for sale 11,400 11,400 Balance, December 31, 1995 -- 1,248,764 8,080,000 (4,105,600) 1,100 3,975,500 Net Loss (939,100) (939,100) Net change in unrealized gain on securities ailable for sale 6,400 6,400 Balance, December 31, 1996 -- 1,248,764 $8,080,000 $(5,044,700) $7,500 $3,042,800 See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. F-6 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements Marathon Bancorp and Subsidiary Note 1: Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Basis of Presentation: The accounting and reporting policies of Marathon Bancorp (the Company) and its wholly owned subsidiary, Marathon National Bank (the Bank), are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and conform to practices within the banking industry. Nature of Operation: The Bank maintains a single branch office and corporate headquarters located in the west side of Los Angeles city. The Bank offers a wide range of commercial banking services primarily to professionals and small to medium size companies located throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Principles of Consolidation: The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and the Bank, after elimination of all material intercompany transactions and balances. Securities Available for Sale: Securities that are to be held for indefinite periods of time and not intended to be held to maturity are classified as available for sale and are carried at fair value, with unrealized gains or losses excluded from earnings and reported as a separate component of shareholders' equity, net of income tax effect. Securities held for indefinite periods of time include assets that the Bank intends to use as part of its asset/liability management strategy and that may be sold for liquidity purposes or in response to changes in interest rates, prepayment risks or other factors. Net realized gains and losses from the sale of securities available for sale are included in other operating income using the specific identification method. Securities Held to Maturity: Investment securities that the Company has the intent and ability to hold to maturity are classified as held to maturity and are carried at cost, adjusted for accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums over the period to maturity using the interest method. Net accreted discounts and amortized premiums are included in interest income. At the time of acquisition, the Bank identifies those securities which it does have the positive intent and ability to hold to maturity. Loans Receivable: Loans are stated at the principal amounts advanced less payments collected, net of unearned income, unamortized deferred loan costs and origination fees, and the allowance for loan losses. Interest on loans is computed by methods which generally result in level rates of return on principal amounts outstanding. Direct loan origination costs, net of related loan origination fees, are deferred and recognized as interest income over the term of the loans. Loans are placed on nonaccrual status when there exists reasonable doubt as to the full and timely collection of either principal or interest or such loans have become contractually past due ninety days with respect to principal or interest. Generally, a loan may be returned to accrual status when principal and interest are brought fully current and when, in management's judgment, such loans are estimated to be collectible as to both principal and interest. Loans are restructured when the Bank has, for reasons related to borrowers' financial difficulties, granted concessions to borrowers (including reductions of either interest or principal) that it would not otherwise consider, whether or not such loans are secured or guaranteed by others. Allowance for Loan Losses: The allowance for loan losses is based on an analysis of the loan portfolio and reflects an amount which, in management's judgment, is adequate to provide for potential losses. Management's estimates are based on previous and expected loan loss experience, current and projected economic conditions, the composition of the loan portfolio, the value of collateral and other relevant factors. Although management believes the level of the allowance as of December 31, 1996 and 1995 is adequate to absorb losses inherent in the loan portfolio, additional decline in the local economy and rising interest rates may result in increasing losses that cannot reasonably be predicted at this date. The allowance is increased by provisions for loan losses charged against income and recoveries of previously charged-off loans. Loan losses are charged against the allowance when, in management's judgment, the collectability of the loan is doubtful. F-7 Allowance for Loan Losses (Continued): On January 1, 1995, the Bank adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 114, "Accounting by Creditors for Impairment of a Loan," as amended by SFAS No. 118, "Accounting by Creditors for Impairment of a Loan - Income Recognition and Disclosures." This statement prescribes that a loan is impaired when it is probable that a creditor will be unable to collect all amounts due (principal and interest) according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. The amount of impairment and any subsequent changes are recorded through the provision for loan losses as an adjustment to the allowance for loan losses. Impairment is measured either based on the present value of the loan's expected future cash flows or the estimated fair value of the collateral. Other Real Estate Owned: Other real estate owned (OREO), which represents real estate acquired through foreclosure in satisfaction of commercial and real estate loans, is carried at the lower of cost or estimated fair value less selling costs. Any loan balance in excess of the fair value of the real estate acquired at the date of foreclosure is charged to the allowance for loan losses. Any subsequent valuation adjustments are charged to provision for other real estate loan losses. Operating income or expenses and gains or losses on disposition of such properties are recorded in current operations under net operating costs of other real estate owned. Premises and Equipment: Premises and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Depreciation on furniture, fixtures and equipment is computed on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the related assets, which range from three to seven years. Leasehold improvements are capitalized and amortized over the term of the lease or the estimated useful lives of the improvements, whichever is shorter, using the straight-line method. Income Taxes: Deferred income taxes are computed using the asset and liability method, which recognizes a liability or asset representing the tax effects, based on current tax law, of future deductible or taxable amounts attributable to events that have been recognized in the consolidated financial statements. A valuation allowance is established to reduce the deferred tax asset to the level at which it is "more likely than not" that the tax asset or benefits will be realized. Realization of tax benefits of deductible temporary differences and operating loss carryforwards depends on having sufficient taxable income of an appropriate character within the carryforward periods. Loss per Share: Loss per share is computed using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the year. Loss per share calculations exclude common share equivalents (stock options), since their effect would be to reduce the loss per share. Accordingly, the weighted average number of shares used to compute the net loss per share was 1,248,764 in 1996, 1995 and 1994. Cash and Cash Equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents, as reported in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, include cash and due from banks and federal funds sold. Stock-Based Compensation: Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") No. 123, "Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation," encourages, but does not require, companies to record compensation cost for stock-based employee compensation plans at fair value. The Company has chosen to continue to account for stock-based compensation using the intrinsic value method prescribed in Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 25, "Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees," and related Interpretations. Accordingly, compensation cost for stock options is measured as the excess, if any, of the quoted market price of the Company's stock at the date of the grant over the amount an employee must pay to acquire the stock. The pro forma effects of adoption are disclosed in Note 8. Use of Estimates in the Preparation of Financial Statements: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements , and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. The actual results could differ from those estimates. Recent Accounting Pronouncements: In June 1996, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued SFAS No. 125, "Accounting for Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishments of Liabilities," as amended in December 1996, by SFAS No. 127, "Deferral of the Effective Date of Certain Provisions of SFAS No. 125." This Statement provides accounting and reporting standards for transfers and servicing of financial assets and extinguishment of liabilities. SFAS No 125 applies prospectively to financial statements for fiscal years beginning after December 31, 1996. However, SFAS No. 127 defers for one year the effective date of certain provisions within SFAS No. 125. SFAS No. 125 does not permit earlier or retroactive application. As of December 31, 1996, the Bank has not adopted SFAS No. 125, as amended by SFAS No. 127, and does not believe the impact on its operations and financial position will be material upon adoption. Note 2: Securities The following is a summary of data for the major categories of securities as of December 31, 1996 and 1995: Total Estimated amortized Gross unrealized market cost Gains Losses value 1996 Securities available for sale: U.S. Treasury securities - Due within one year $1,004,200 $2,700 $0 $1,006,900 Mortgage-backed securities - Due after one but within five years 19,000 4,800 0 23,800 $1,023,200 $7,500 $0 $1,030,700 Securities held to maturity: Mortgage-backed securities - Due after one but within five years $5,969,300 $0 $(266,000) $5,703,300 Federal Reserve Bank stock 119,700 0 0 119,700 $6,089,000 $0 $(266,000) $5,823,000 1995 Securities available for sale: U.S. Treasury securities - Due within one year $3,002,100 $5,400 $0 $3,007,500 Mortgage-backed securities: Due within one year 210,000 0 -27,000 207,300 After one but within five years 89,700 0 -1,600 88,100 299,700 0 -4,300 295,400 $3,301,800 $5,400 $(4,300) $3,302,900 Securities held to maturity: Mortgage-backed securities: Due within one year $500,200 $0 $(7,200) 493,000 After one but within five years 1,367,400 0 -66,500 1,300,900 Over five years 4,595,100 0 -230,300 4,364,800 6,462,700 0 -304,000 6,158,700 Federal Reserve Bank stock 148,000 0 0 148,000 $6,610,700 $0 $(304,000) $6,306,700 Note 2: Securities (Continued) U.S. Treasury securities with a carrying value of $100,000 and $300,000 at December 31, 1996 and 1995, respectively, were pledged to secure bankruptcy trust deposits. U.S. Treasury securities with a carrying value of $706,900 and $1,002,800 were pledged to facilitate the issuance of letters of credit at December 31, 1996 and 1995, respectively. The actual maturity of mortgage-backed securities may differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to prepay such obligations without penalty. There were no sales of securities in 1996, 1995 or 1994. Net unrealized gain of $7,500 and $1,100 on securities available for sale were credited to shareholders' equity in 1996 and 1995, respectively. In 1995, the FASB issued a Special Report, "A Guide to Implementation of Statement 115 on Accounting for Certain Investments in Debt and Equity Securities." The Special Report includes a provision that became effective November 15, 1995 and allows companies to transfer securities from the held-to-maturity portfolio to another classification before December 31, 1995 without calling into question their intent to hold other securities to maturity. On December 31, 1995, the Bank transferred U.S. Treasury securities and mortgage- backed securities with fair market values of $3,007,500 and $295,400, respectively, from the held-to-maturity portfolio to the available-for-sale portfolio in accordance with this pronouncement. Net unrealized gain of $1,100 as a result of the transfer was credited to shareholders' equity. Note 3: Restrictions on Cash Balances Federal Reserve Board regulations require that the Bank maintain certain minimum reserve balances. Cash balances maintained to meet reserve requirements are not available for use by the Bank or the Company. During the year ended December 31, 1996, required reserve balances averaged approximately $875,000. Note 4: Loans and the Related Allowances for Loan and Real Estate Losses The following is a summary of the components of loans receivable, net: 1996 1995 Commercial loans $14,056,000 $15,488,100 Real estate loans: Interim construction 457,000 0 Income property 27,219,700 24,987,000 Residential 1-4 units 4,819,400 8,517,000 Total real estate loans 32,496,100 33,504,000 Installment loans 895,100 1,178,800 47,447,200 50,170,900 Deferred net loan origination costs 249,200 64,300 Allowance for loan losses , -1,088,200 -720,100 Loans receivable, net $46,608,200 $49,515,100 At December 31, 1996, nonaccrual loans totaled $568,400 (included as impaired loans below), compared with $523,000 at December 31, 1995. There were no loans past due ninety days or more and still accruing interest at December 31, 1996 and 1995. The reduction in interest income associated with nonaccrual loans was approximately $147,100 in 1996, $79,900 in 1995 and $47,000 in 1994. At December 31, 1996 and 1995, the Bank had classified $68,900 and $60,600, respectively, of its loans as impaired and recorded the full amount as specific reserve in the allowance for loan losses. In addition, the Bank classified $499,500 and $2,354,900, respectively, of its loans as impaired without a specific reserve. Since these loans are collateral dependent and the estimated fair value of the collateral exceeds the book value of the related loans, no specific loss reserve was recorded on these loans in accordance with SFAS No. 114. The average recorded investment of impaired loans during the years ended December 31, 1996 and 1995 was approximately $2,433,400 and $2,422,900, respectively. Interest income of $73,000 and $60,900, respectively, was recognized on impaired loans during the years ended December 31, 1996 and 1995. Due to financial difficulties encountered by certain borrowers, the Bank has restructured the terms of some of its loans to facilitate loan payments. There were no restructured loans at December 31, 1996. However, at December 31, 1995, loans with restructured terms totaled $1,253,900. The reduction in interest income associated with restructured loans was approximately $25,000 in 1995. The following is a summary of changes in the allowance for loan losses for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994: 1996 1995 1994 Balance, January 1 $720,100 $796,500 $1,500,000 Provision for loan losses 601,000 561,100 0 Loans charged off -303,000 -740,000 -966,000 Recoveries 70,100 102,500 262,500 Balance, December 31 $1,088,200 $720,100 $796,500 The following is a summary of changes in the valuation allowance of other real estate owned for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994: 1996 1995 1994 Balance, January 1 $1,367,100 $730,600 $1,173,300 Provision for OREO losses 151,000 1,147,500 234,400 Charged off -687,800 -511,000 -677,100 Balance, December 31 $830,300 $1,367,100 $730,600 Note 5: Premises and Equipment The following is a summary of the major components of premises and equipment at December 31, 1996 and 1995: 1996 1995 Furniture, fixtures and equipment $1,184,300 $1,109,200 Leasehold improvements 465,600 506,500 Premises and equipment, at cost 1,649,900 1,615,700 Less accumulated depreciation and amortization -1,196,800 -1,194,800 Premises and equipment, net $453,100 $420,900 Note 6: Deposits Interest expense for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994 relating to interest-bearing deposits is set forth as follows: 1996 1995 1994 Demand, interest-bearing $61,600 $73,300 $60,400 Money market and savings 722,900 815,800 810,100 Time certificates of deposit: Under $100,000 265,300 256,000 330,800 $100,000 and over 126,800 167,400 204,000 Interest expense on deposits $1,176,600 $1,312,500 $1,405,300 At December 31, 1996, the scheduled maturities of certificates of deposit are as follows: 1997 $8,100,800 1998 46,800 1999 5,100 2000 9,800 2001 99,800 $8,262,300 Note 7: Income Taxes The income tax provision (benefit) for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994 is comprised of the following: 1996 1995 1994 Current taxes: Federal $0 $0 $0 State 2400 1600 1600 2400 1600 1600 Deferred taxes: Federal -233200 -467900 -452800 State -11800 -316400 63000 -245000 -784300 -389800 Total: Federal -233200 -467900 -452800 State -9400 -314800 64600 $(242,600) $(782,700) $(388,200) Net change in valuation allowance 245000 784300 389800 Total $2,400 $1,600 $1,600 For federal income tax purposes, the Company has net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $3,727,000 which expire in 2008 - 2011. For state income tax purposes, the Company has incurred net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $5,252,000, which expire in 1997 - 2001, to offset future taxes payable, adjusted for the fifty percent reduction, as required by state tax law. At December 31, 1996 and 1995, the components of the net deferred tax asset are comprised of the following: 1996 1995 Deferred tax liabilities: Federal: State income tax $272,900 $261,000 Tax reserve recapture 96700 141000 Reserve - other 98600 34100 468200 436100 State: Reserve - other 31800 11300 31800 11300 500000 447400 Deferred tax assets: Federal: AMT credit carryforward -137700 -137800 Federal NOL carryforward -1304800 -976200 Provision for loan losses -380900 -244800 Premises and equipment -34100 -52800 Provision for REO losses -290800 -464800 Other -3700 -10300 -2152000 -1886700 State: Provision for loan losses -123000 -81400 State NOL carryforward -593400 -541200 Provision for REO losses -93900 -154400 Other -1000 -2000 -811300 -779000 -2963300 -2665700 Net deferred tax (asset) -2463300 -2218300 Less valuation allowance 2463300 2218300 $0 $0 The Company has no current tax asset or liability at December 31, 1996 and 1995. The principal reasons for the difference between the federal statutory income tax rate of 35% in 1996, 1995 and 1994, and income tax expense (benefit) for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994 are as follows: 1996 1995 1994 Tax benefit at statutory rate $(328,700) $(491,000) $(265,700) State franchise tax net of valuation allowance 1600 1100 1100 Federal valuation allowance 322900 467900 388100 Loss of state NOL carryforward 0 40000 41800 Surtax exemption 0 14000 7600 AMT credit carryforward 0 0 -137800 Other, net 6600 -30400 -33500 Tax benefit $2,400 $1,600 $1,600 Note 8: Preferred and Common Shares and Stock Options Preferred shares may be issued in one or more series as determined by the Company's Board of Directors, which shall also determine the rights, preferences and restrictions related to any series and increase or decrease the number of shares of any series subsequent to the issuance of shares. The Company has stock option plans which authorize the issuance of up to 436,822 shares of the Company's unissued common shares to officers, directors and other key personnel. Option prices shall be equal to the fair market value at the date of grant. Options granted under the stock option plan expire not more than ten years after the date of grant and must be fully paid when exercised. Set forth below is the status of options granted, giving retroactive effect to stock dividends declared, if any: Number of Shares 1996 1995 1994 Options outstanding, January 1 330811 353219 359646 Granted at option prices of: $2.75 in 1996 1500 0 0 $1.75 in 1995 0 50000 0 $1.56 in 1994 0 0 1500 Canceled -38166 -72408 -7927 Options outstanding, December 31 294145 330811 353219 Shares available for future grant at December 31 142677 106011 83603 Shares available under stock option plans 436822 436822 436822 At December 31, 1996, 251,520 shares were exercisable at prices of $1.75 to $7.81 per share. The remaining shares under option become exercisable as follows: 1997 - 11,325; 1998 - 10,400; 1999 - 10,300; 2000 - 10,300; and 2001 - 300. The estimated fair value of options granted during 1996 and 1995 were $2.07 and $1.22 per share, respectively. The Company applies Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 25 and related Interpretations in accounting for its stock options. Accordingly, no compensation cost has been recognized for its stock option plan. Had compensation cost for the Company's stock option plan been determined based on the fair value at the grant dates for awards under the plan consistent with the method of SFAS No. 123, the Company's net loss and loss per share for the year ended December 31, 1996 and 1995 would have been changed to the pro forma amounts indicated below: 1996 1995 Net loss to common shareholders: As reported $(939,100) $(1,402,800) Pro forma $(957,300) $(1,415,000) Net loss per common share: As reported $(0.75) $(1.12) Pro forma $(0.76) $(1.13) The fair value of options granted under the Company's fixed stock option plan during 1996 and 1995 were estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with the following weighted-average assumptions used: no dividend yield, expected volatility of approximately 55%, risk free rate of 6.5%, and expected lives of ten years. Note 9: Parent Company Financial Statements The following financial information presents the statements of financial condition of the Company (parent company only) as of December 31, 1996 and 1995 and the related statements of operations and cash flows for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994. December 31, Statements of Financial Condition 1996 1995 Assets Cash in Marathon National Bank $600 $600 Investment in Marathon National Bank 3080100 4012800 $3,080,700 $4,013,400 Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Accrued expenses $37,900 $37,900 Shareholders' equity: Preferred shares 0 0 Common shares 8080000 8080000 Accumulated deficit -5044700 -4105600 Unrealized gain on securities available for sale 7500 1100 Total shareholders' equity 3042800 3975500 $3,080,700 $4,013,400 Year ended December 31, Statements of Operations 1996 1995 1994 Operating expenses $0 $(9,000) $(12,000) Equity in undistributed net loss of Marathon National Bank -939100 -1393800 -635200 Net loss $(939,100) $(1,402,800) $(647,200) Year ended December 31, Statements of Cash Flows 1996 1995 1994 Decrease in cash and cash equivalents Cash flows from operating activities: Cash paid to suppliers and employees $0 $(9,000) $(12,000) Net cash used by operating activities 0 -9000 -12000 Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents 0 -9000 -12000 Cash at beginning of year 600 9600 21600 Cash at end of year $600 $600 $9,600 Reconciliation of net loss to net cash used by operating activities Net loss $(939,100) $(1,402,800) $(647,200) Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used by operating activities - Equity in undistributed net loss of Marathon National Bank 939100 1393800 635200 Total adjustments 939100 1393800 635200 Net cash used by operating activities $0 $(9,000) $(12,000) Note 10: Commitments and Contingent Liabilities The Bank has an operating lease commitment covering its banking premises. Minimum rental commitments under this and all other operating leases that have initial or remaining noncancelable terms in excess of one year as of December 31, 1996 are as follows: Year Amount 1997 $399,500 1998 594100 1999 594100 2000 594100 2,001 594100 2002 and thereafter 396100 $3,172,000 Rent expense was $265,400, $194,700 and $387,300 for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994, respectively. Sublease rental income was $9,500 in 1996 and $34,700 in 1994. The Company and the Bank are subject to pending or threatened legal actions which arise in the normal course of business. Based on current information, management is of the opinion that the disposition of all suits will not have a material effect on the Company's consolidated financial statements. During 1993 and 1994, the Bank operated a wholesale mortgage banking division which acquired approximately $44 million of residential loans. The loans were then sold to various investors with standard recourse language in the event of fraud. During 1996, three investors requested the Bank to repurchase ten of the loans due to alleged documentation deficiencies, the alleged failure of the Bank to secure mortgage insurance or disagreements over appraisal values. All of the loans are secured by residential real estate. The Bank has reviewed the documentation relative to these loans and, after consultation with legal counsel, believes that it has appropriate defenses. At December 31, 1996, the Bank has established a reserve for potential losses that may result from this operation. In the normal course of business, the Bank is a party to financial instruments with off balance sheet risk which are intended to meet the financing needs of its customers. These financial instruments include commitments to extend credit and letters of credit, which are not reflected in the consolidated financial statements. These instruments involve, to varying degrees, elements of credit and interest rate risk in excess of the amounts recognized in the consolidated financial statements. The Bank's exposure to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by the other party to commitments to extend credit and letters of credit is represented by the contractual or notional amount of those instruments. The following is a summary of contractual or notional amounts of financial instruments with off balance sheet risk as of December 31, 1996 and 1995. 1996 1995 Commitments to extend credit $8,219,200 $10,046,000 Other letters of credit 338700 84000 $8,557,900 $10,130,000 Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. Since many of the commitments are expected to expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amounts do not necessarily represent future cash requirements. The Bank uses the same credit policies in making off balance sheet commitments and conditional obligations as it does for balance sheet instruments. The Bank evaluates each customer's creditworthiness on a case by case basis. The amount of collateral obtained, if deemed necessary by the Bank upon extension of credit, is based on management's credit evaluation. The collateral held varies, but may include accounts receivable, inventory, property, plant and equipment, and income producing commercial and residential properties. Note 11: Regulatory Matters The Company and Bank are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain mandatory and possibly additional discretionary actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on the Company's financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, the Company and Bank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of the asset, liabilities and certain off-balance sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices. The capital amounts and classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings and other factors. Quantitative measures established by regulation to ensure capital adequacy require the Company and Bank to maintain minimum amounts and ratios (set forth in the table below) of total and Tier I capital (as defined in the regulations) to risk-weighted assets (as defined), and of Tier I capital (as defined) to average assets (as defined). On September 30, 1995, the Bank entered into a formal agreement with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) under which the Bank agreed to submit a three year strategic plan by November 1, 1995. The plan included, among other things, the action plans to accomplish the following: a) achieve and maintain the desired capital ratios, as set forth below; b) attain satisfactory profitability; and c) reduce other real estate owned. The plan was accepted by the OCC on January 30, 1996. The agreement increased the minimum Tier 1 risk based capital ratio to 8.5 percent from 4.0 percent and the Tier 1 capital leverage ratio to 6.0 percent from 4.0 percent. At December 31, 1996, the Company and the Bank had a Tier 1 capital ratio of 6.1 percent and a Tier 1 leverage ratio of 4.1 percent. Failure on the part of the Bank to meet the terms of the formal agreement may subject the Bank to significant regulatory sanctions, including restrictions as to the source of deposits and the appointment of a conservator or a receiver. On December 16, 1996, the Company entered into a formal agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) under which the Company agreed, among other things, to refrain from paying cash dividends except with the prior approval of the FRB, submit an acceptable plan to increase and maintain an adequate capital level, submit annual statements of planned sources and uses of cash, and submit annual progress reports. The following table summarizes the actual capital ratios of the Company and the Bank (the capital ratios of the Company approximate those of the Bank) and the minimum levels required under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action and the formal agreement with the OCC: To Be Categorized as OCC Formal Actual adequately Capitalized Agreement Amount Percentage Amount Percentage Amount Percentage 1996 Total risk- based $3,705,000 7.4% >$4,008,000 >8.0% N.A N.A Tier 1 risk- based $3,073,000 6.1% >$2,003,000 >4.0% >$4,259,000 >8.5% Tier 1 lever- age $3,073,000 4.1% >$2,969,000 >4.0% >$4,455,000 >6.0% 1995 Total risk- based $4,698,000 8.6% >$4,388,000 >8.0% N.A N.A Tier 1 risk- based $4,012,000 7.3% >$2,197,000 >4.0% >$4,661,000 >8.5% Tier 1 lever- age $4,012,000 4.9% >$3,302,000 >4.0% >$4,952,000 >6.0% As of December 31, 1996, the Bank is categorized as undercapitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. As of December 31, 1995, the Bank is categorized as adequately capitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. As such, the Bank may not issue dividends or make other capital distributions, and may not accept brokered or high rate deposits, as defined, due to the level of its risk-based capital. In addition, under prompt corrective action, the Bank's capital status may preclude the Bank from access to borrowings from the Federal Reserve System through the discount window. However, as further described in Note 13, the Company completed a successful private placement offering on March 24, 1997 which resulted in $766,900 of new capital for the Bank. Had the Bank received the additional capital at December 31, 1996, management believes that the Bank would have met the capital requirements for an adequately capitalized bank under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. Note 12: Fair Value Information The estimated fair value amounts have been determined by the Company using available market information and appropriate valuation methodologies. However, considerable judgment is required to develop the estimates of fair value. Accordingly, the estimates presented below are not necessarily indicative of the amounts the Company could have realized in a current market exchange as of the reporting date. The use of different market assumptions and/or estimation methodologies may have a material effect on the estimated fair value amounts. 1996 Carrying Amount Estimated Fair Value Assets Cash and due from banks $4,788,900 $4,788,900 Federal funds sold 2500000 2500000 Interest-bearing deposits with financial institutions 996000 996000 Investment securities: Available for sale 1030700 1030700 Held to maturity 6089000 5823000 Loans receivable, net 46608200 46809100 Accrued interest receivable 432000 432000 Liabilities Deposits: Noninterest-bearing 25839900 25839900 Interest bearing 37041100 37610400 Accrued interest payable 113700 113700 1995 Carrying Amount Estimated Fair Value Assets Cash and due from banks $8,450,300 $8,450,300 Federal funds sold 14400000 14400000 Interest-bearing deposits with financial institutions 497000 497000 Investment securities: Available for sale 3302900 3302900 Held to maturity 6610700 6306700 Loans receivable, net 49515100 48817800 Accrued interest receivable 582200 582200 Liabilities Deposits: Noninterest-bearing 38415000 38415000 Interest bearing 44114900 44321000 Accrued interest payable 93600 93600 The methods and assumptions used to estimate the fair value of each class of financial instruments for which it is practicable to estimate that value are explained below: For cash and due from banks, federal funds sold, interest-bearing deposits with financial institutions, and accrued interest receivable and payable, the carrying amount is considered to be a reasonable estimate of fair value due to the short term nature of these investments. For investment securities, fair values are based on quoted market prices, dealer quotes and prices obtained from an independent pricing service. The carrying amount of loans receivable is their contractual amounts outstanding, reduced by deferred net loan origination costs, and the allowance for loan losses. Variable rate loans are composed primarily of loans whose interest rates float with changes in the prime rate or other commonly used indexes. As such, the carrying amount of variable rate loans, other than such loans in nonaccrual status, is considered to be their fair value. The fair value of fixed rate loans, other than such loans in nonaccrual status, was estimated by discounting the remaining contractual cash flows using the estimated current rate at which similar loans would be made to borrowers with similar credit risks characteristics and for the same remaining maturities, reduced by deferred net loan origination costs and the allocable portion of the allowance for loan losses. Accordingly, in determining the estimated current rate for discounting purposes, no adjustment has been made for any changes in borrowers' credit risks since the origination of such loans. Rather, the allowance for loan losses is considered to provide for such changes in estimating fair value. The fair value of loans on nonaccrual status has not been specifically estimated because it is not practical to reasonably assess the credit risk adjustment that would be applied in the market place for such loans. As such, the estimated fair value of total loans at December 31, 1996 and 1995 includes the carrying amount of nonaccrual loans. The amounts payable to depositors for demand, savings, and money market accounts are considered to be stated at fair value. The fair value of fixed-rate certificates of deposit is estimated using the rates currently offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities. Fair values for commitments to extend credit are based on fees currently charged to enter into similar agreements, taking into account the remaining terms of the agreements and the counterparties credit standing. The fair values of these instruments are not material at December 31, 1996 and 1995. Note 13: Subsequent Events On March 24, 1997, the Company successfully completed a private capital offering in the amount of $766,900 through the sale of 333,422 shares of common stock. Had the Bank received the additional capital at December 31, 1996, management believes that the Bank would have met the capital requirements for an adequately capitalized bank under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. On March 3, 1997, the Board of Directors of the Company unanimously approved to cancel all director stock options described in Note 8 totaling 182,611 shares. PART II Item 24. Indemnification of Directors and Officers The Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of Marathon Bancorp ("Bancorp") provide for indemnification of agents including directors, officers and employees to the maximum extent allowed by California law including the use of an indemnity agreement. Bancorp's Articles further provide for the elimination of director liability for monetary damages to the maximum extent allowed by California law. The indemnification law of the State of California generally allows indemnification in matters not involving the right of the corporation, to an agent of the corporation if such person acted in good faith and in a manner such person reasonably believed to be in the best interests of the corporation, and in the case of a criminal matter, had no reasonable cause to believe the conduct of such person was unlawful. California law, with respect to matters involving the right of a corporation, allows indemnification of an agent of the corporation, if such person acted in good faith, in a manner such person believed to be in the best interests of the corporation and its shareholders; provided that there shall be no indemnification for: (i) amounts paid in settling or otherwise disposing of a pending action without court approval; (ii) expenses incurred in defending a pending action which is settled or otherwise disposed of without court approval; (iii) matters in which such person shall have been adjudged to be liable to the corporation unless and only to the extent that the court in which the proceeding is or was pending shall determine that such person is entitled to be indemnified; or (iv) other matters specified in the California General Corporation Law. Bancorp's Bylaws provide that Bancorp shall to the maximum extent permitted by law have the power to indemnify its directors, officers and employees. Bancorp's Bylaws also provide that Bancorp shall have the power to purchase and maintain insurance covering its directors, officers and employees against any liability asserted against any of them and incurred by any of them, whether or not Bancorp would have the power to indemnify them against such liability under the provisions of applicable law or the provisions of Bancorp's Bylaws. Each of the directors and executive officers of Bancorp has an indemnification agreement with Bancorp that provides that Bancorp shall indemnify such person to the full extent authorized by the applicable provisions of California law and further provide advances to pay for any expenses which would be subject to reimbursement. Item 25. Other Expenses of Issuance and Distribution Registration fees $ 1,213 Blue sky registration and qualification fees (est) 5,000 Legal fees (est) 30,000 Accountants fees (est) 35,000 Printing and other expenses (est) 8,787 Total (est.) $80,000 Item 26. Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities On March 24, 1997, Marathon Bancorp completed a private placement offering where 340,832 shares of common stock were sold for cash at the price of $2.25 per share for total cash proceeds of $766,871. The shares of common stock were sold to persons that have represented and warranted that they met the accredited investor qualifications set forth in Regulation D. There were 10 purchasers in such private placement, and the smallest amount purchased by an investor in such offering was $30,000. In such private placement no underwriters were used and no commissions were paid, and there was no general solicitation or advertising. The exemption under Section 4(2) of the Securities Act of 1933 was used as the private placement transaction did not involve a public offering. Item 27. Exhibits 3.1 Articles of Incorporation are included as an exhibit to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1988 filed on March 20, 1989 and are incorporated herein by reference. 3.2 Bylaws are included as an exhibit to Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1988 filed on March 20, 1989 and are incorporated herein by reference. 5.1 Opinion re: legality. 10.1 Company office lease Suite 280 is included as an exhibit to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1987 filed on March 28, 1988 and is incorporated herein by reference. 10.2 Bank office lease Suite 180 is included as an exhibit to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1988 filed on March 20, 1989 and is incorporated herein by reference. 10.3 Bank office lease Suite 110 is included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1989 filed on March 19, 1990 and is incorporated herein by reference. 10.4 Company and Bank office lease commencing September 1, 1992 are included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1991 filed March 19, 1992 and are incorporated herein by reference. 10.5 Employment agreement with Craig Collette. 10.6 1983 Stock Incentive Plan is included as an to the Registrant's Form S-1 #2-83674 filed on July 12, 1983 and is incorporated herein by reference. 10.7 Nonqualified stock option agreement form for the 1983 Stock Incentive Plan is included as an to the Registrant's Form S-1 #2-83674 filed on July 12, 1983 and is incorporated herein by reference. 10.8 Amendments to the Company 1983 Stock Incentive Plan are included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1989 filed March 19, 1990 and are incorporated herein by reference. 10.9 Incentive stock option agreement form is included as an to the Registrant's Form S-1 #2-83674 filed on July 12, 1983 and is incorporated herein by reference. 10.10 1986 Nonqualified Stock Option Plan, as amended is included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1986 filed on March 27, 1987 and is incorporated herein by reference. 10.11 Nonqualified stock option agreement form for the 1986 Nonqualified Stock Option Plan is included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1986 filed on March 27, 1987 and is incorporated herein by reference. 10.12 1990 Stock Option Plan included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1989 filed March 19, 1990 and are incorporated herein by reference. 10.13 Nonqualified stock option agreement-director option form for the 1990 Stock Option Plan included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1989 filed March 19, 1990 and are incorporated herein by reference. 10.14 Nonqualified stock option agreement form for the 1990 Stock Option Plan included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1989 filed March 19, 1990 and are incorporated herein by reference. 10.15 Incentive stock option agreement form for the 1990 Stock Option Plan included as an to the Registrant's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1989 filed March 19, 1990 and are incorporated herein by reference. 10.16 Formal Agreement with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency dated July 5, 1995. 10.17 Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco dated December 16, 1996. 11. Statement re: computation of per share earnings is included in Note 1 to the financial statements to the prospectus included in Part I of this registration statement. 21. Subsidiaries of the registrant are Marathon National Bank, a national banking association, and Marathon Bancorp Mortgage Corporation, a California corporation that is currently inactive. 23.1 Consent of Counsel is included with the opinion re: legality as Exhibit 5 to this Registration Statement. 23.2 Consent of Deloitte & Touche. 99.1 Subscription Application. Item 28. Undertakings The undersigned Registrant will: (1) File, during any period in which offers or sales are being made, a post-effective amendment to this Registration Statement: (i) Include any prospectus required by Section 10(a)(3) of the Securities Act of 1933; (ii) Reflect in the prospectus any facts or events which, individually or together, represent a fundamental change in the information set forth in the Registration Statement; and (iii) Include any additional or changed material information on the plan of distribution. (2) For the purpose of determining any liability under the Securities Act of 1933, treat each such post-effective amendment as a new registration statement of the securities offered, and the offering of the securities at that time to be the initial bona fide offering. (3) File a post-effective amendment to remove from registration any of the securities that remain unsold at the end of the offering. Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933 may be permitted to directors, officers and controlling persons of the small business issuer pursuant to the foregoing provisions, or otherwise, the small business issuer has been advised that in the opinion of the Securities and Exchange Commission such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Act and is, therefore, unenforceable. In the event that a claim for indemnification against such liabilities (other than the payment by the small business issuer of expenses incurred or paid by a director, officer or controlling person of the small business issuer in the successful defense of any action, suit or proceeding) is asserted by such director, officer or controlling person in connection with the securities being registered, the small business issuer will, unless in the opinion of its counsel the matter has been settled by controlling precedent, submit to a court of appropriate jurisdiction the question whether such indemnification by it is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act and will be governed by the final adjudication of such issue. SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, the Registrant certifies that it has reasonable grounds to believe that it meets all of the requirements for filing on Form SB-2 and has duly caused this Registration Statement to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, there unto duly authorized in the City of Los Angeles, California, on April 18, 1997. MARATHON BANCORP /s/ Craig D. Collette __________________________________________ Craig D. Collette President & CEO Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, this registration statement has been signed by the following persons in the capacities and on the date indicated. /s/Craig D. Collette, Director, Principal April 18, 1997 - -------------------- Craig D. Collette Executive Officer /s/Nikolas Patsaouras, Chairman April 18, 1997 - --------------------- Nikolas Patsaouras ____________________, Director ________, 1997 Robert J. Abernethy /s/Frank W. Jobe, Director April 18, 1997 - ---------------- Frank W. Jobe, M.D. /s/Robert L. Oltman, Director April 18, 1997 - ------------------- Robert L. Oltman /s/Ann Pappas, Director April 18, 1997 - ------------- Ann Pappas /s/C. Thomas Mallos, Director and Principal April 18, 1997 - ------------------- C. Thomas Mallos Financial Officer /s/Daniel L. Eriskson, Principal Accounting April 18, 1997 - --------------------- Daniel L. Erickson Officer EXHIBIT INDEX Exhibit No. Description 5.1 Opinion re: legality 10.5 Employment agreement of Craig Collette 10.16 Formal Agreement with the Comptroller of the Currency 10.17 Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco 23.2 Consent of Deloitte & Touche 99.1 Subscription Application Exhibit 5.1 April 16, 1997 Marathon Bancorp 11150 W. Olympic Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90064 RE: Registration Statement on Form SB-2 Gentlemen: At your request, we have examined the form of Registration Statement to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with the registration under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, for the offer and sale of up to 1,955,556 shares of your common stock, no par value (the "Common Stock"). We are familiar with the actions taken or to be taken in connection with the authorization, issuance and sale of the Common Stock. It is our opinion that, subject to said proceedings being duly taken and completed as now contemplated before the issuance of the Common Stock, said Common Stock, will, upon the issuance and sale thereof be legally and validly issued and fully paid and nonassessable. We consent to the use of this opinion as an exhibit to said Registration Statement. Respectfully submitted, GARY STEVEN FINDLEY & ASSOCIATES By: /s/ Gary Steven Findley Gary Steven Findley Attorney at Law Exhibit 10.5 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT AGREEMENT made as of the 2nd day of January, 1997, between Marathon Bancorp ("Bancorp")/Marathon National Bank ("Bank") (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Employers"), and Craig D. Collette, (hereinafter referred to as "Executive"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, Employers are desirous of employing Executive in the capacity hereinafter stated, and Executive is desirous of entering into the employ of Employers in such capacity, for the period and on the terms and conditions set forth herein; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and of the mutual covenants and conditions herein contained, the parties hereto, intending to be legally bound, do hereby agree as follows: 1. EMPLOYMENT Employer hereby employs Executive as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Bancorp and Bank, and Executive accepts the duties that are customarily performed by the President and Chief Executive Officer of a bank holding company and commercial bank in California and such other duties as may be prescribed from time to time by Employers' Boards of Directors and Executive and accepts all other duties described herein, and agrees to discharge the same faithfully and to the best of his ability and consistent with the highest and best standards of the banking industry, in accordance with the policies of the Board of Directors as established, and in compliance with all laws, rules, regulations and orders and Employers' Articles, Bylaws, Policies and Procedures. Executive shall devote his full business time and attention to the business and affairs of Employers to which he may be elected or appointed and shall perform the duties thereof to the best of his ability. Except as permitted by the prior written consent of the applicable Board of Directors, which consent may be withheld in its sole discretion, Executive shall not directly or indirectly render any services of a business, commercial or professional nature to any other person, firm or corporation, whether for compensation or otherwise, which are in conflict with Employers' interests. Employers shall take all reasonable and applicable steps to either appoint or elect Executive as a member of the Board of Directors of both Bancorp and Bank during the term of this Agreement. 2. TERM Employers hereby employ Executive and Executive hereby accepts employment with Employers for the period of five (5) years (the "Term"), commencing with January 15, 1997 (the "Effective Date"), subject, however, to prior termination of this Agreement as hereinafter provided. Where used herein, "Term" shall refer to the entire period of employment of Executive by Employers, whether for the period provided above, or whether terminated earlier as hereinafter provided, or extended by mutual agreement in writing by Employers and Executive. 3. COMPENSATION In consideration for all services to be rendered by Executive to Employers, Employers agree to pay Executive a starting base salary of one hundred and seventy thousand dollars ($170,000) per year, commencing at the Effective Date. Employers' Boards of Directors shall review the base salary annually for increases based on Executive's performance and Employers' performance and profitability. Such salary increases shall be within the sole discretion of the Boards of Directors. In addition, Executive may receive incentive compensation as the Boards of Directors, in their sole discretion, shall determine. Executive's salary shall be paid in accordance with Employers' payroll policies as the same be amended from time to time. Employers shall deduct therefrom all taxes which may be required to be deducted or withheld under any provision of the law (including, but not limited to, social security payments and income tax withholding) now in effect or which may become effective anytime during the term of this Agreement. Executive shall be entitled to participate in any and all other employee benefits and plans that may be developed and adopted by Employers in their normal course of business, subject to the terms and conditions of such agreements provided that nothing contained herein shall obligate Employers to commence, develop or warranty any employee benefits or plans. Effective July 1998, Executive shall be entitled to regular fees paid to Employers' Boards of Directors for attendance at regular or special meetings of Employers' Boards of Directors. Executive shall not be entitled to any committee fees paid to Employers' Boards of Directors. Within thirty (30) days of the execution of this Agreement, Employers shall establish a Salary Continuation Plan per Exhibit A and shall pay Executive a minimum of $150,000 per year for ten (10) years commencing on the earlier to occur of Executive's death or Executive reaching the age of sixty-five. Such Salary Continuation Plan shall be covered by a separate agreement. The Salary Continuation Plan Agreement shall be attached as Exhibit A to this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing contained herein shall be deemed to grant Executive any rights or benefits under a Salary Continuation Plan until such plan is duly adopted by Employers. 4. STOCK OPTION Bancorp agrees to grant Executive stock options to purchase thirty thousand (30,000) shares, of Bancorp common stock, at the price per share set at the market value at the time of the grant. Options shall have a term of ten years (10) and are subject to a Stock Option Agreement to be executed by the parties. One-fifth (1/5) of the stock provided in said option shall vest and become exercisable each year at the anniversary dates of the granting of the stock option, provided Executive is an employee of Employers, commencing on the first year anniversary of employment. Vested options may be exercised at any time during the remaining term of the stock option, provided Executive remains an employee of Employers. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, if Executive is terminated and such termination is not for cause, then Executive shall have 90 days to exercise all options vested with Executive as of the termination date. The Stock Option Plan shall be attached as Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference. Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, nothing contained in this Agreement shall grant to Executive any rights as a stockholder or option holder of Bancorp unless and until a stock option agreement is adopted by Bancorp. 5. BUSINESS EXPENSE AND REIMBURSEMENT (a) Automobile Allowance. Employers shall pay Executive a monthly auto allowance of seven hundred dollars ($700), which allowance shall be in lieu of reimbursement for any and all automobile expenses, including but not limited to lease or purchase payments, service, repair and insurance costs. (b) Business Expenses. Employers shall provide Executive with the following: (i) To reimburse Executive for any travel and other expenses, including gasoline, (other than automobile expenses identified above) reasonably and necessarily incurred by Executive in the performance of Executive's duties. (ii) To reimburse Executive for all other ordinary and necessary business expenses, as Employers shall from time to time agree are necessary or appropriate for the performance of Executive's duties. (c) Reimbursement. (i) The parties hereby acknowledge and agree that Employers' obligation to reimburse Executive for business expenses is subject to: (A) Each such expenditure qualifying as a proper deduction on the Federal and state income tax returns of Employers as a business expense; and (B) Executive furnishing to Employers adequate records and other documentary evidence required by Federal and state statutes and regulations issued by the appropriate taxing authorities for the substantiation of such expenditures as deductible business expenses of Employers. (ii) In the event any compensation paid to Executive, expenses paid for Executive, or any reimbursement of expenses paid to Executive upon audit or other examination of the income tax returns of Employers shall be determined not to be an allowable deduction from the gross income of Employers (other than the portion of expenses relating to meals and entertainment which by statute is non-deductible); and such determination shall be acceded to by Employers, or such determination shall be rendered final by the appropriate state or Federal taxing authority, or a judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction, and no appeal shall be taken therefrom, or the applicable period for filing notice of appeal shall have expired, then, in such event, Executive will repay to Employers the amount of such disallowed compensation or expenses, or both. Such repayment may not be waived by Employers. 6. INSURANCE Employers agree to provide Executive with Employers' standard health and life insurance benefits in accordance with Employers' standing policies for executive officers, as such policies may be amended from time to time. Such benefits shall include Accidental Death and Dismemberment and basic Medical-Dental and Major Medical with Long-term Disability Income benefits. Provision of the insurance will commence on the Effective Date and is subject to Executive's passing the necessary physical examinations for qualification, if any. Employers may also apply for "key man" life insurance with Employers as beneficiary of the policy. 7. VACATION Executive shall be entitled to accrue up to four (4) weeks vacation during each year of the Term with at least two (2) weeks to be taken in a consecutive period. Vacation benefits shall not accrue above four weeks at any time. Employers' Boards of Directors, at its discretion, may waive the provision with respect to unused vacation time. 8. TERMINATION Employers shall have the right to terminate this Employment Agreement for any of the following reasons by serving written notice upon Executive: (a) Willful breach of or habitual neglect of or failure to perform or inability to perform Executive's duties and obligations as Chief Executive Officer; (b) Illegal conduct, constituting a crime involving moral turpitude, illegal conduct, or conviction of a felony, or any conduct detrimental to the interest of Employer; (c) Physical or mental disability rendering Executive incapable of performing his duties for a consecutive period of 180 days, or by death; (d) In order to conform with any order of, agreement with or request by any regulatory or governmental body having jurisdiction over Employers, or either of them. (e) Determination by Employers' Boards of Directors that the continued employment of Executive is detrimental to the best interest of Employers, or for any reason whatsoever as determined by Employers' Boards of Directors and in the sole and absolute discretion of Employers' Boards of Directors. In the event this Agreement is terminated for any of the reasons specified in the paragraphs (a), (b), (c) or (d) above, Executive will be paid one month's salary calculated as of the date of Executive's termination, plus any pay in lieu of vacation accrued to, but not taken as of the date of termination. Such termination pay shall be considered to be in full and complete satisfaction of any and all rights which Executive may enjoy under the terms of this Agreement other than rights, if any, to exercise any of the stock options vested prior to such termination. The insurance benefits provided herein shall be extended at Employers' sole cost for thirty (30) days following the date of termination. In the event this Agreement is terminated for any reasons specified in paragraph (e), above, Executive shall be entitled to termination pay in the amount of two (2) years of the Executive's then current base salary per year at the date of termination, or the salary due Executive for the remainder of the term, whichever is less. Such termination pay shall be paid in a lump sum and shall be considered to be in full and complete satisfaction of any and all rights which Executive may enjoy under the terms of this Agreement including the rights to exercise any stock options. Where termination is pursuant to paragraph (e), above, any pay in lieu of vacation accrued to, but not taken as of the date of termination, will be deemed included in the termination pay. In such case, the insurance benefits provided herein shall be extended at Employers' sole cost for twenty-four (24) months following the date of termination. Executive shall give ninety (90) days prior notice, in writing, to Employers in the event Executive resigns or voluntarily terminates employment. 9. ACQUISITION OR DISSOLUTION OF EMPLOYER This Employment Agreement shall not be terminated by the voluntary or involuntary dissolution of Employers. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event proceedings for liquidation of Employer are commenced by regulatory authorities, this Agreement and all rights and benefits hereunder shall terminate. In the event of any merger or consolidation where Bancorp or Bank are not the surviving or resulting corporation, and where Executive is not given a comparable position in connection with such transaction, or upon transfer of all or substantially all of the assets of Employers, and where Executive is not given a comparable position in connection with such transaction, Executive shall be paid an amount equal to two (2) years of Executive's then current base annual salary. Such lump sum payment shall be considered to be in full and complete satisfaction of any and all rights which Executive may enjoy under the terms of this Agreement, except for rights, if any, under Executive's stock option agreement and Executive's salary continuation plan.. 10. INDEMNIFICATION To the extent permitted by law, Employer shall indemnify Executive who was or is a party or is threatened to be made a party in any action brought by a third party against the Executive (whether or not Bancorp or Bank is joined as a party defendant) against expenses, judgments, fines, settlements, and other amounts actually and reasonably incurred in connection with said action if Executive acted in good faith and in a manner Executive reasonably believed to be in the best interest of the Employers (and with respect to a criminal proceeding if Executive had no reasonable cause to believe his conduct was unlawful), provided that the alleged conduct of Executive arose out of and was within the course and scope of his employment as an officer or employee of Employers. 11. TRADE SECRETS During the Term, Executive will have access to and become acquainted with what Executive and Employers acknowledge as trade secrets, i.e., knowledge or data concerning Employers, including its operations and business, and the identity of customers and clients of Employers. Executive will not disclose any of the aforesaid trade secrets, directly or indirectly, or use then in any way, either during the Term or for a period of three (3) years after the termination of this Agreement, except as required in the course of Executive's employment with Employers. 12. NONCOMPETITION During the term of this Agreement, Executive will not, directly or indirectly, either as an employee, employer, consultant, agent, principal, partner, stockholder, corporate officer, director or in any other individual or representative capacity, engage or participate in any business that is in competition in any manner whatsoever with the business of Employers. 13. RETURN OF DOCUMENTS Executive expressly agrees that all manuals, documents, files, reports, studies, instruments or other materials used or developed by Executive during the Term are solely the property of Employer, and Executive has no right, title or interest therein. Upon termination of this Agreement, Executive or Executive's representatives shall promptly deliver possession of all of said property to Employer in good condition. 14. NOTICES Any notice, request, or demand, or other communication required or permitted hereunder shall be deemed to be properly given when personally served in writing, when deposited in the U.S. mail, postage prepaid, or when communicated to a public telegraph company for transmittal, addressed to the party at the address given at the beginning of this Agreement or at any other address as Employer or Executive may designate to the other in writing. 15. BENEFIT OF AGREEMENT This Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective executors, administrators, successors and assigns. 16. APPLICABLE LAW This Agreement is to be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of California. 17. CAPTIONS AND PARAGRAPH HEADINGS Captions and paragraph headings used herein are for convenience only and are not a part of this Agreement and shall not be used in construing it. 18. INVALID PROVISIONS Should any provisions of this Agreement for any reason be declared invalid, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the validity and binding effect of any remaining portion shall not be affected and the remaining portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect as if this Agreement had been executed with said provisions eliminated. 19. ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and it supersedes any and all other agreements, either oral or in writing, between the parties hereto with respect to the employment of Executive by Employers, except to the extent that it is contemplated that the parties will enter into a Salary Continuation Plan Agreement and a Stock Option Agreement. Each party to this Agreement acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises, or agreements, oral or otherwise, have been made by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any party, which are not embodied herein, and that no other agreement, statement, or promise not contained in this Agreement shall be valid or binding. This Agreement may not be modified or amended by oral agreement, but only by an agreement in writing signed by Employers and Executive. 20. CONFIDENTIALITY This Agreement is to be held confidential. Breach of such confidentiality by Executive will be subject to termination under the provisions of 8(a) of this Agreement. 21. ARBITRATION Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Employment Agreement, or the breach thereof, shall be settled pursuant to an Arbitration Agreement to be entered into by the parties, and in the event there is no arbitration agreement, then in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator (s) may be entered into any court having jurisdiction thereof. 22. LEGAL COSTS If either party commences an action against the other party arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to have and recover from the losing party reasonable attorney's fees and costs of suit. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the day and year first above written. MARATHON BANCORP Dated: January 2, 1997 By: /s/ Nikolas Patsaouras MARATHON NATIONAL BANK Dated: January 2, 1997 By: /s/ Nikolas Patsaouras CRAIG D. COLLETTE Dated: January 2, 1997 By: /s/ Craig D. Collette Exhibit 10.16 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY OFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER OF THE CURRENCY IN THE MATTER OF ) MARATHON NATIONAL BANK) LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA ) FORMAL AGREEMENT Marathon National Bank, Los Angeles, California (BANK), and the Comptroller of the Currency of the United States of America (COMPTROLLER) wish to protect the interests of the depositors, other customers, and shareholders of the BANK, and, toward that end, wish the BANK to operate safely and soundly in accordance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations. In the Report of Examination, dated July 5, 1995 (REPORT OF EXAMINATION), the COMPTROLLER, through his appointed National Bank Examiner, has criticized certain practices of the BANK. In consideration of the above premises, it is agreed, between the BANK, by and through its duly elected and acting Board of Directors (BOARD), and the COMPTROLLER, through his authorized representative, that the BANK shall operate at all times in compliance with the Articles of this AGREEMENT. ARTICLE I (1) This AGREEMENT shall be construed to be a "written agreement entered into with the agency" within the meaning of 12 U.S.C. S 1818(b) (1). (2) This AGREEMENT shall be construed to be a "written agreement between such depository institution and such agency" within the meaning of 12 U.S.C. S 1818 (e) (1) and 12 U.S.C. S 1818(I) (2). ARTICLE II (1) By November 1, 1995, and thirty (30) days prior to the end of each fiscal year thereafter, the BOARD shall develop a strategic plan covering a period of not less than the succeeding three years. At a minimum, the strategic plan shall include: (a) development of strategic goals and objectives that solidifies the bank's long-term health and capital positions; (b) action plans, with timeframes, to accomplish identified strategic goals and objectives including, at a minimum; (i) achievement and maintenance of desired capital ratios which in no event may be less than the following capital levels as defined in 12 C.F.R. Part 3: (aa) Tier I capital at least equal to eight and one half percent (8.5%) of risk-weighted assets; and (bb) Tier I capital at least equal to six percent (6%) of actual adjusted total assets; (ii) attainment of satisfactory profitability; and, (iii) reduction of Other Real Estate assets based on an individual parcel cost/benefit analysis that identifies the breakeven price and a marketing program designed to achieve each parcel's timely sale; (c) financial projections for major balance sheet and income statement accounts and desired financial ratios for the three year period covered by the strategic plan. (2) Upon completion, the BOARD shall forward a copy of the strategic plan, with any additional comment by the BOARD, to the DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR and Los Angeles Duty Station for review and approval. Upon the DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR's approval, the BANK shall implement and adhere to the strategic plan. ARTICLE III (1) Although the BOARD has agreed to submit certain programs and reports to the DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR for review or approval, the BOARD has the ultimate responsibility for proper and sound management of the BANK. (2) It is expressly and clearly understood that if, at any time, the COMPTROLLER deems it appropriate in fulfilling the responsibilities placed upon him by the several laws of the United States of America to undertake any action affecting the BANK, nothing in this AGREEMENT shall in any way inhibit, estop, bar, or otherwise prevent the COMPTROLLER from so doing. (3) Any time limitations imposed by this AGREEMENT shall begin to run from the effective date of this AGREEMENT. Such time requirements may be extended by the DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR for good cause upon written application by the BOARD. (4) The provisions of this AGREEMENT shall continue in full force and effect unless or until such provisions are amended by mutual consent of the parties to the AGREEMENT or excepted, waived, or terminated by the COMPTROLLER. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the undersigned, authorized by the COMPTROLLER, has hereunto set his hand on behalf of the COMPTROLLER. _______________________________ _________________ Rufus O. Burns Date District Administrator Western District or Designee The undersigned, as the duly elected and acting Board of Directors of the BANK, sign on behalf of the BANK. _____________________________ _______________________ Robert J. Abernethy Date _____________________________ _______________________ Frank W. Jobe, M.D. Date /s/ John J. Maloney Septembwe 11, 1995 _____________________________ _______________________ John J. Maloney Date /s/ C. Thomas Mallos September 11, 1995 _____________________________ _______________________ C. Thomas Mallos Date /s/ Robert L. Oltman September 11, 1995 _____________________________ ________________________ Robert L. Oltman Date /s/ Ann Pappas September 11, 1995 ____________________________ ________________________ Ann Pappas Date /s/ Nick Patsaouras September 11, 1995 ____________________________ _________________________ Nick Patsaouras Date ___________________________ _________________________ Michael V. Reyes Date Exhibit 10.17 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING between Marathon Bancorp Los Angeles, California and the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Marathon Bancorp, Los Angeles, California (Marathon), a registered one-bank holding company, and the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco (the Reserve Bank), as evidenced by signatures of their duly appointed officials below, have hereby entered into this Memorandum of Understanding (the Memorandum). This Memorandum evidences the understanding of Marathon regarding the satisfactory resolution of issues disclosed in the June 30, 1996 Report of Inspection (the Report) prepared by the Reserve Bank. Accordingly, Marathon agrees to adopt the following plans, policies, procedures, and courses of action: Marathon shall not declare or pay any cash dividends without the prior written approval of the Reserve Bank. Requests for prior approval shall be received in writing by the Reserve Bank at lease thirty (30) days prior to the proposed declaration date. Such requests shall contain sufficient documentation to demonstrate that the proposed dividend is in compliance with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System's (the Board of Governors) Policy Statement dated November 14, 1985 (the Policy Statement), concerning the payment of cash dividends by bank holding companies, and is otherwise consistent with the Board of Governors' Capital Adequacy Guidelines (12 C.F.R. Part 225, App. A & D). Within sixty (60) days of the effective date of this Memorandum, Marathon shall submit to the Reserve Bank an acceptable plan to increase and maintain an adequate capital position for Marathon National Bank (the Bank) and the consolidated organization. The plan shall, at a minimum, address and consider: (a) The current and future capital requirements of the Bank and the consolidated organization, particularly in view of the volume of adversely classified assets at the Bank: (b) the requirements of the Capital Adequacy Guidelines for Bank Holding Companies: Risk-Based Measure and Tier 1 Leverage Measure, Appendices A and D of Regulation Y of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve Systems (12 C.F.R. Part 225, App. A and D); (c) the adequacy of the Bank's loan loss reserves and its effects on the consolidated financial condition of Marathon: (d) the anticipated levels of earning at the Bank with particular attention to maintaining an adequate loan loss reserve at the Bank; (e) procedures to notify the Reserve Bank, in writing, within five days of the end of any calendar quarter if the consolidated organization's tier 1 leverage ratio falls below four (4) percent at the end of that quarter; and, (f) the responsibility of Marathon to act as a source of strength to the Bank and, in connection therewith, to use its assets to provide whatever capital support to the Bank as may be required by the Reserve Bank in a manner consistent with the Board of Governors' Policy Statement on the responsibilities of bank holding companies to act as a source of strength to their bank subsidiaries, dated April 24, 1987. Within sixty (60) days of this memorandum, Marathon shall submit to the Reserve Bank a written statement of Marathon's planned sources (including, but not limited to, short term borrowings or capital injections for the shareholders) and uses of cash for debt retirement, operating expenses, and other purposes for the current fiscal year. Thereafter, by January 30 of each year after this Memorandum, Marathon shall submit to the Reserve Bank such written statement for that fiscal year. Marathon shall not, directly or indirectly, incur any debt without the prior written approval of the Reserve Bank. Marathon shall not purchase, redeem or otherwise acquire, directly or indirectly, any of its stock without the prior written approval of the Reserve Bank. Marathon shall not, directly or indirectly, enter into any agreements to acquire or divest of any interest in any entities or portfolios, or engage in any new line of business, without the prior written approval of the Reserve Bank. Requests pursuant to this paragraph shall be in writing, received at least thirty (30) days prior to the consummation of the proposed transaction and contain a full description of the proposed transaction, its purpose(s), and such other matters that may be pertinent to the proposed acquisition to assist the Reserve Bank staff in their review of the proposed transaction. Should the Reserve Bank disapprove, Marathon will not proceed with the transaction. During the term of this Memorandum or as otherwise required by law, Marathon shall comply with the provision of section 32 of the FDI Act with respect to the appointment of any new directors or the hiring or promotion of any new senior executive officers. Marathon shall take such actions as necessary to employ a permanent full-time president and chief executive officer at Marathon and the Bank with demonstrated experience in lending and the management and operations of a bank. Within ninety (90) days of this Memorandum, the board of directors of Marathon shall submit to the Reserve Bank a written statement concerning the steps that the board of directors proposes to take to improve the condition of the Bank and the consolidated organization. The statement shall, at a minimum, address or consider: (a) The responsibilities of Marathon's board of directors regarding the definition, approval, implementation and monitoring of the proposed corrective steps and the procedures to be used by the board of directors to ensure that its members fulfill their responsibilities; (b) an identification of the detailed information that will be assessed by the members of the board of directors in the review process, including information on the Bank's adversely classified assets, loan loss reserve adequacy, risk based capital and liquidity. The plan required by paragraph 2, and the statements required by paragraphs 3 and 9 hereof, shall be submitted to the Reserve Bank. An acceptable plan and acceptable statements shall be submitted to the Reserve Bank within the time periods set forth in the Memorandum. During the term of this Memorandum the approved plan shall not be amended or rescinded unless agreed to in writing by the Reserve Bank. Within forty-five (45) says of the end of each calendar quarter (December 31, March 31, and June 30 and September 30) following the effective date of this Memorandum, Marathon shall submit to the Reserve Bank a written progress report detailing the form and manner of all actions taken to comply with this Memorandum and the results thereof. Along with such reports, Marathon shall submit to the Reserve Bank Marathon's parent company only cash flow statement for the period ending that quarter. For the purpose of the above reporting requirement, parent company only financial statements (without audit) shall be prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be certified by an officer of Marathon. Such reports may be discontinued when the corrections required by this Memorandum have been accomplished and the Reserve Bank has, in writing released Marathon from making further reports. All correspondence regarding this Memorandum shall be sent to: (a) Mr. Harold H. Blum Director, Banking Supervision Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Post Office Box 7702 San Francisco, California 94120 (b) Mr. Nikolas Patsaouras Chairman of the Board Marathon Bancorp Post Office Box 64789 Los Angeles, California 90064 The provisions of this Memorandum shall be binding upon Marathon and each of its institution affiliated parties in their capacities as such, and their successors and assigns. Each provision of this Memorandum shall remain effective until stayed, modified, terminated or suspended in writing by the Reserve Bank. This Memorandum supersedes the Memorandum of Understanding between Marathon and the Reserve Bank dated September 24,1992, and the supervisory letter dated November 30, 1995. Upon the effective date of this Memorandum, the September 24, 1992 Memorandum of Understanding and the November 30, 1995 supervisory letter will no longer be in effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties, through their authorized representative, have caused this Memorandum to be executed as of the 16th day of December 1996. MARATHON BANCORP FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF SAN FRANCISCO /s/ Nikolas Patsaouras /s/ Robert Johnson By: _____________________ By: _______________________ The undersigned directors each acknowledge that they have read the foregoing Memorandum and approve of the consent thereto by Marathon. /s/ Robert J. Abernethy /s/ Frank W. Jobe _____________________________ ______________________________ Robert J. Abernethy Frank W. Jobe /s/ C. Thomas Mallos /s/ Ann Pappas _____________________________ ______________________________ C. Thomas Mallos Ann Pappas /s/ Nikolas Patsaouras /s/ Robert L. Oltman _____________________________ _______________________________ Nikolas Patsaouras Robert L. Oltman Exhibit 23.2 INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' CONSENT Board of Directors and Shareholders Marathon Bancorp Los Angeles, California We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement No. _______ on Form SB-2 of Marathon Bancorp and subsidiary of our report dated February 28, 1997 (March 24, 1997 as to Notes 11 and 13), which report includes an explanatory paragraph relating to certain regulatory matters discussed in footnote 11, incorporated by reference in the Annual Report on Form 10-KSB for the year ended December 31, 1996. /s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP Los Angeles, California April 17, 1997 MARATHON BANCORP 11150 W. Olympic Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90064 (310) 996-9100 _______________________________________ SUBSCRIPTION APPLICATION _______________________________________ PLEASE READ ALL OF THIS APPLICATION BEFORE SIGNING 1. Subscription. The undersigned hereby applies to purchase the following number of shares of no par value common stock ("Common Stock") of Marathon Bancorp for a cash price of $2.40 per share. Number of shares subscribed (a minimum subscription of 500 shares is required for members of the public): _________________ Total Purchase Price Enclosed ($2.25 per share; $1,125 minimum for members of the public): _________________ THIS APPLICATION IS IRREVOCABLE BY THE UNDERSIGNED BUT MAY BE REJECTED IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY MARATHON BANCORP IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION. 2. Representations and Warranties. The undersigned represents and warrants as follows: (a) he, she or it has received and read the Prospectus of Marathon Bancorp (the "Bancorp") dated __________ __, 1997; (b) he, she or it is advised that no federal or state agency or regulatory authority has made any recommendation or endorsement of the shares; (c) he or she is aware that the investment in the shares is not a deposit of the Marathon National Bank and is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; and (d) he, she or it is purchasing the shares of Common Stock for his, her or its own account. 3. Payment for Subscription. The undersigned is enclosing with this Subscription Application the amount of the total purchase price for the shares of Common Stock subscribed for, as stated above in Section 1, by a check or bank draft drawn upon a U.S. Bank, or postal, telegraphic or express money order payable to "Marathon Bancorp- Stock Subscription Account." The undersigned recognizes that if his, her or its Subscription Application is rejected in whole or if the Offering is terminated, the funds delivered with this Subscription Application will be returned promptly without interest. If this Subscription Application is rejected in part, the funds delivered herewith, to the extent the undersigned's subscription is rejected, will be returned without interest to the undersigned within 14 business days after the Expiration Time as defined in the Prospectus. Further, if the undersigned's Subscription Application is received by the Bancorp after the Expiration Date as defined in the Prospectus, the Bancorp will return the funds submitted to the subscriber without interest. 4. Signature by Fiduciary. If the undersigned is purchasing the shares in a fiduciary capacity, the above representations and warranties shall be deemed to have been made on behalf of the person (s) for whom the undersigned is purchasing. 5. Notification of Untrue Statements. The undersigned agrees to notify the Bancorp immediately if any of the statements made in this Subscription Application shall become untrue. 6. Name of Registered Holder. The shares subscribed to herein shall be registered as indicated on page 4 of this Subscription Application. THIS SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT, ACCOMPANIED BY FULL PAYMENT FOR THE SHARES SUBSCRIBED FOR HEREIN, MUST BE RETURNED TO: MARATHON BANCORP 11150 W. Olympic Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90064 Attention: Daniel L. Erickson THIS SUBSCRIPTION APPLICATION AND FULL PAYMENT FOR THE SHARES SUBSCRIBED FOR MUST BE RECEIVED AT THE ABOVE ADDRESS NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M., PACIFIC TIME, ON ___________ __, 1997 UNLESS SUCH DATE IS EXTENDED. PAYER'S NAME: MARATHON BANCORP SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9 Part 1: PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR TIN AND SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER AND CERTIFY BY SIGNING AND DATING BELOW. Social Security Number or Employer Identification No. _________________ PAYER'S REQUEST FOR TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (TIN) Part 2: For Payees NOT subject to backup withholding under the provisions of Section 3406(a)(1)(C) of the Internal Revenue Code, see the enclosed Guidelines for Certification of Taxpayer Identification Number on Substitute Form W-9 and complete as instructed therein. Part 3: Awaiting TIN [ ] CERTIFICATION. Under penalty of perjury, I certify that (1) the number shown on this form is my correct Taxpayer Identification Number (or I am waiting for a number to be issued to me and either (a) I have mailed or delivered an application to receive a taxpayer identification number to the appropriate IRS center or Social Security Administration office or (b) I intend to mail or deliver an application in the near future) and (2) I am not subject to backup withholding either because I have not been notified by the IRS that I am subject to backup withholding as a result of a failure to report all interest or dividends, or the IRS has notified me that I am no longer subject to backup withholding. CERTIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS. You must cross out item (2) above if you have been notified by the IRS that you are subject to backup withholding because of underreporting interest or dividends on your tax return. However, if after being notified by the IRS that you were subject to backup withholding you received another notification from the IRS that you are no longer subject to backup withholding, do not cross out item (2). (Also see the enclosed Guidelines for Certification of Taxpayer Identification Number on Substitute Form W-9.) Signature: __________________ Date:__________________________ Name:_________________________________________________________ (Please Print) Address:______________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ (Include Zip Code) PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (Incomplete Applications May Result in Processing Delay) 1. REGISTRATION: Please print the name (s) in which ____________________ Shares of Common Stock ____________________ are to be registered. Include trust ____________________ name (s) if applicable. ____________________ 2. REGISTRATION ADDRESS: (If IRA, KEOGH, TRUST or Name _________________ UTMA INVESTMENT, list the Address _________________ address of the Custodian/ City, State _________________ Trustee for the Account) Zip Code _________________ 3. LEGAL FORM OF OWNERSHIP (check one) [ ] Individual Ownership [ ] Joint Tenant with Right of Survivorship (both parties must sign) [ ] Tenants in Common (both parties must sign) [ ] Tenants by the Entirety (both parties must sign) [ ] Community Property (both parties must sign) [ ] Partnership [ ] Corporation [ ] Trust (date established) __________ [ ] Uniform Transfer to Minor Act, State of _________ If a tax-exempt entity, please indicate type and date: [ ] IRA/KEOGH (date established) __________ [ ] Benefit Plan (date established) __________ [ ] Qualified Retirement Plan (date established) __________ IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has executed this Subscription Application. ________________________________ ___________________________ Authorized Signature Date (and title, if a corporation) __________________________________ ___________________________ Authorized Signature Date (if more than one) ACCEPTED/REJECTED AS FOLLOWS: [ ] Accepted [ ] Rejected [ ] Partially Accepted for only ______ Shares. MARATHON BANCORP _______________ By:_____________________________________ Date Craig D. Collette, President & CEO IMPORTANT TAX INFORMATION Under the U.S. federal income tax law, dividend payments that may be made by the Bancorp on shares of Common Stock issued in the Offering may be subject to backup withholding, and each subscriber should provide the Bancorp with such subscriber's correct taxpayer identification number on the Substitute Form W-9 in the Subscription Application. If the subscriber is an individual, the taxpayer identification number is his or her Social Security number. If the Bancorp is not provided with the correct taxpayer identification number in connection with such payments, the subscriber may be subject to a $50 penalty imposed by the Internal Revenue Service. Exempt subscribers (including, among others, all corporations and certain foreign individuals) are not subject to these backup withholding and information reporting requirements. In general, for a foreign individual to qualify as an exempt recipient, the subscriber must submit a statement, signed under the penalties of perjury, attesting to that individual's exempt status. Such statements can be obtained from the Bancorp. See the enclosed Guidelines for Certification of Taxpayer Identification Number on Substitute Form W-9 for additional instructions. If backup withholding applies, the Bancorp will be required to withhold 31% of any such payments made to the subscriber. Backup withholding is not an additional tax. Rather, the tax liability of persons subject to backup withholding will be reduced by the amount of tax withheld. If withholding results in an overpayment of taxes, a refund may be obtained. Purpose of Substitute Form W-9 To prevent backup withholding, the subscriber is required to notify the Bancorp of his or her correct taxpayer identification number by completing the Substitute Form W-9 included as a part of the Subscription Application certifying that the taxpayer identification number provided on Substitute Form W-9 is correct (or that such subscriber is awaiting a taxpayer identification number). What Number to Give the Bancorp The subscriber is required to furnish the Bancorp such subscriber's Social Security number or Employer Identification number. Consult the enclosed Guidelines for Certification of Taxpayer Identification Number on Substitute Form W-9 for additional guidance on which number to report. GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9 Guidelines for Determining the Proper Identification Number to Give the Payer. Social Security numbers have nine digits separated by two hyphens: i.e., 000-00-0000. Employer Identification numbers have nine digits separated by only one hyphen: i.e., 00-0000000. The table below will help you determine the number to give the payer. Give the name Give the name and Social and Employer For this type Security For this type Identification of account number of: of account: number of: 1. Individual The individual 6. A valid trust, estate or pension trust Legal entity (do not furnish the identif- ication number of the personal representative or trustee unless the legal entity itself is not designated in the account title)(4) 2.a. Two or more individuals (joint account) The actual owner of the account or, if combined funds, the first individual on the account(1) 7. Corporation The corporation 3. Custodian account number of a minor (Iniform Gift to Miniors Act) The minor (2) 8.Association, club, religious, charitable, educational or other tax-exempt organization The organization 4.a. The usual revocable savings trust (grantor is also trustee) The grantor- trustee (1) 9.Partnership The partnership b. The so-called trust account that is not a legal or valid trust under State law The actual owner (1) 10.A broker or registered nominee The broker or nominee 5. Sole proprietorship The owner (3) 11.Account with the Department of Agriculture in the name of a public entity (such as a State or local government school district or prision) that receives agricultural program payments The public entity (1) List first and circle the name of the person whose number you furnish. (2) Circle the minor's name and furnish the minor's Social Security number. (3) Show the name of the owner. You may also use an Employer Identification Number. (4) List first and circle the name of legal trust, estate or pension trust. NOTE: If no name is circled when there is more than one name, the number will be considered to be that of the first name listed. Obtaining a Number If you do not have a taxpayer identification number or you do not know your number, obtain Form SS-5, Application for a Social Security Number Card, or SS-4, Application for Employer Identification Number, at your local office of the Social Security Administration or the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") and apply for a number. Payees Exempt from Backup Withholding Payees specifically exempted from backup withholding on ALL payment include the following: A Corporation A financial institution An organization exempt from tax under section 501(a), or an individual retirement plan, or a custodial account under section 403(b)(7) The United States or any agency or instrumentality thereof A State, the District of Columbia, a possession of the United States, or any subdivision or instrumentality thereof A foreign government, a political subdivision of a foreign government, or any agency or instrumentality thereof An international organization or any agency or instrumentality thereof A dealer in securities or commodities registered in the United States or a possession of the United States A real estate investment trust A common trust fund operated by a bank under section 584(a) An exempt charitable remainder trust, or a non-exempt trust described in section 4947(a)(1) An entity registered at all times under the Investment Company Act of 1940 A foreign central bank of issue Payment of dividends and patronage dividends not generally subject to backup withholding include the following: Payments to nonresident aliens subject to withholding under section 1441 Payments to partnerships not engaged in a trade or business in the United States and which have at least one nonresident partner Payments or patronage dividends where the amount received is not paid in money Payments made by certain foreign organizations Payments made to a nominee Payments of interest not generally subject to backup withholding include the following: Payments of tax-exempt interest (including exempt-interest dividends under section 852) Payments described in section 6049(b)(5) to nonresident aliens Payments made by certain foreign organizations Payments made to a nominee Exempt payers described above should file the Substitute Form W-9 attached to the Subscription Right Certificate to avoid erroneous backup withholding. FILE THE FORM WITH THE PAYER, FURNISH YOUR TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER, WRITE "EXEMPT" ON THE FACE OF THE FORM, SIGN AND DATE THE FORM AND RETURN IT TO THE PAYER. Payments that are not subject to information reporting are also not subject to backup withholding. For details, see sections 6041, 6041A(a), 6042, 6044, 6045, 6049, 6050A and 6050N and the regulations thereunder. Privacy Act Notice Section 6109 requires most recipients of dividends, interest, or other payments to give taxpayer identification numbers to payers who must report the payments to the IRS. The IRS uses the numbers for identification purposes and to help verify the accuracy of your tax return. Payers must be given the numbers whether or not recipients are required to file tax returns. Payers must generally withhold 31% of taxable interest, dividends, and certain other payments to a payee who does not furnish a taxpayer identification number. Penalties (1) Penalty for Failure to Furnish Taxpayer Identification Number. If you fail to furnish your taxpayer identification number to a payer, you are subject to a penalty of $50 for each such failure unless your failure is due to reasonable cause and not to willful neglect. (2) Civil Penalty for False Information With Respect to Withholding. If you make a false statement with no reasonable basis which results in no imposition of backup withholding, you are subject to a penalty of $500. (3) Criminal Penalty for Falsifying Information. Falsifying certifications or affirmations may subject you to criminal penalties including fines and/or imprisonment. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR TAX ADVISOR OR THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE. EX-27 2
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