Press Release

Northeast Financials' Kevin Carbin Receives Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist Designation

February 8, 2011 at 12:00 AM EST

Brunswick, ME

Kevin Carbin, a Certified Financial Planner ™ Professional for Northeast Financial, located at Northeast Bank, has received the Chartered Retirement Plan Specialist (CRPS) designation from the College for Financial Planning.

With this new certification, Carbin will be able to design, install, and maintain retirement plans for the business community, helping area business and employees understand and choose the right retirement plans for them.

“With the increased demand for retirement plan knowledge and experience, we’re very proud that Kevin took the initiative to gain the CRPS certification. He is a valuable asset to the business community and can now provide even more financial expertise to help local businesses be successful,” says Jim Delamater, President of Northeast Bank.

Carbin is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts and holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics. He resides in Scarborough. Kevin is also a Registered Representative and Investment Adviser Representative of Commonwealth Financial Network

Securities and advisory services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network, Member FINRA / SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Investment and Insurance products are not insured by the FDIC; not a deposit or other obligation of, or guaranteed by the financial institution; and subject to investment risks, including possible loss of the principal amount invested.

About Northeast Financial
Northeast Financial, located at Northeast Bank, provides investors comprehensive financial and investment services with an emphasis on needs-based advice to help clients pursue their financial goals. Services include developing strategies on asset accumulation and protection, estate planning, retirement planning, taxation, business planning and risk management. For more information about Northeast Financial, please call 800-284-5989.

About Northeast Bank
Northeast Bank, a leader in delivering one-stop shopping for financial services, is headquartered in Lewiston, Maine and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Northeast Bancorp (NASDAQ:  NBN). The Company has approximately $644 million in assets as of December 30, 2010  and operates 23 retail outlets, including 10 bank branches, 10 insurance offices and 3 financial centers serving the financial needs of western, central, mid-coastal and southern Maine, as well as seacoast New Hampshire. Information regarding Northeast Bank can be found on its website at www.northeastbank.com or by contacting 1-800-284-5989. Find NEB on Facebook * Join the NEB group on LinkedIn * Join NEB on Twitter: @northeast_bank * Check out the NEB YouTube Channel

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