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                                                                     Exhibit 10d

                                LEASE AGREEMENT
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THIS LEASE AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 30 day of Oct, 199 by and
between the Lessor and Lessee hereinafter named, executed in Eastlake, Ohio
44095.

                        DEFINITIONS AND BASIC PROVISIONS
                        --------------------------------

The following definitions and basic provisions shall be construed in conjunction
with and limited by the references thereto in other provisions of this lease:

A. "Lessor": Shoreway Circle, Inc.
B. "Lessee": Great Lakes Bank
C. "Demised Premises": Approximately 3,200 square feet at the Shoreway Circle
Shopping Center located at 34580 Lakeshore Blvd., Eastlake, Ohio 44095.
D. "Lease Term": A period of sixty (60) months commencing on or about Nov. 1,
1998 (or when Great Lakes receives the necessary federal and state approvals),
and ending on 10/31/04
E. "Basic Monthly Rental": A fixed monthly sum, payable in advance on or before
the first of each month to the Lessor during the Lease Term in accordance with
the five year schedule of such rents set forth in Paragraph 36 of this Lease.
F. "Permitted Use": Lessee shall use the premises solely as a Bank/Financial
Institution and for no other purpose, unless approved in writing by Lessor.
G. "Lease": This written Lease agreement, together with any and all addenda,
rules and regulations of the Shoreway Circle Shopping Center, and written
modifications which may from time to time be agreed upon by Lessor and Lessee.

                                GRANTING CLAUSE
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In consideration of the obligation of Lessee to pay rent as herein provided and
in consideration of the other terms, covenants and conditions hereof, Lessor
hereby leases to Lessee, and Lessee hereby takes from Lessor, the Demised
Premises to have and to hold the same for the Lease Term specified herein as
FIVE years, all upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Lease.

                                      TERM
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A. The Term of this Lease shall be for a period of SIXTY (60) months and shall
commence on the first day of November, 1998 (or when Great Lakes receives the
necessary federal and state approvals) and shall terminate and end on the
31st day of October, 2004. Delivery of possession of, and Lessee's right of
entry to, the Demised Premises shall be effectuated for all purposes by and upon
execution of this Lease (See Paragraph 37).

B. Lessor hereby covenants that Lessee, upon paying rent herein reserved, and
performing all covenants and agreements herein contained on part of Lessee,
shall and may peacefully and quietly have, hold, and enjoy the Demised Premises.

                                 1. MAINTENANCE
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This lease is conditioned upon faithful performance by the Lessee of the
following agreements, covenants, rules and regulations, herein set out and
agreed to by Lessee.

A. Lessee shall remove all snow and ice from sidewalks contiguous to the leased
premises, and shall maintain the same unobstructed.
B. Lessee agrees not to place or cause to be placed any other sign or signs of
any kind other than the electrical sign already existing, on the exterior of the
premises, without further written approval of Lessor, which shall not be
unreasonably withheld.
C. Lessee shall not permit the accumulation of garbage in and around the lease
premises, and, in the event Lessee
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fails to remove any accumulation of garbage within three days after notice to
remove the same, Lessor shall have the right to remove the same, in which event
the cost thereof shall be paid by Lessee as additional rent for the following
month.
D. Lessee shall carry plateglass insurance or self-insure for plate glass for
Lessee's entire store.
E. Lessee will not place or suffer to be placed or maintained on any exterior
door, wall or window of the Demised Premises any sign, awning or canopy, or
advertising matter or other thing of any kind, and will not place or maintain
any decoration, lettering or advertising matter on the glass of any window or
door of the Demised Premises without first obtaining Lessor's prior written
approval and consent in each instance, which approval shall not be unreasonably
withheld. Lessee further agrees to maintain such sign, awning, canopy,
decoration, lettering, advertising matter or other thing as may be approved, in
good condition at all times.
F. Lessee hereby agrees that he/she/it has inspected the interior and exterior
of the Demised Premises prior to execution of this Lease, and hereby agrees to
rent the space "as is" and will make any and all alterations at its own expense
and with prior approval of Lessor. Lessor's consent to requested alterations
shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
G. Lessee hereby agrees to repair, maintain, and pay for the canopy lights
outside the Demised Premises and to keep same illuminated during dark hours
(night) to illuminate the Demised Premises for safety reasons.
H. Lessee is responsible for replacement of any ceiling tiles and/ or light
fixtures that may from time to time need replacement due to roof leaks.

                                  2. PAYMENTS
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A. Lessee agrees to pay all rents and sums provided to be paid by Lessee
hereunder at the times and in the manner herein provided.
B. Lessee shall pay to Lessor as the Basic Monthly Rent for the term of this
Lease agreement, the sums provided below in the schedule of rents (See
Paragraph 36), to be paid monthly without deduction, set-off, prior notice or
demand, (subject to adjustments as provided elsewhere in this Lease Agreement)
in advance of the first day of each calendar month during the term of this Lease
Agreement.
C. Lessee shall pay all charges for all utilities including, without limitation,
electricity, gas, water and sewage, used or consumed in or chargeable to the
Demised Premises, directly to the utility company in the case of the electricity
and gas, and to the Lessor in the case of water and sewage. Lessee is
responsible for the repair and maintenance of the heat, ventilation and air
conditioning systems on the Demised Premises at its expense. In no event shall
the Lessor be liable for any interruption in or failure of the supply of such
utilities to the Demised Premises, unless due to Lessor's negligence, nor shall
any interruption therein or failure thereof entitle Lessee to any rent
abatement.
D. In the event payment of any and all amounts required to be paid pursuant to
this Lease are not made within five (5) business days, a service fee of
five percent (5%) per month of said amounts will be added and owing as
additional rent, which amount will be due immediately.
E. In addition to the Basic Monthly Rent, Lessee agrees to pay as additional
rent, utilities, taxes, or other increases and the amount of the rental
adjustments and other charges as required by this Lease Agreement, which are by
reference incorporated herein and as set out in Paragraph 36.
F. Lessee is authorized to pay the rent provided in this Lease and other sums
accruing during the Term of the Lease by hand delivering it directly to the
center manager (agent for Lessor) for the Demised Premises, or in the following
manner (none if blank): by U.S. mail. Lessor shall be under no obligation to
accept or recognize tender of rental payments made in any fashion other than
when made in the manner specified herein.
G. Lessee shall initiate, contract for, and obtain, in its name, all utility
services required on the Demised Premises, including gas, electricity,
telephone, water/ sewer connection and services, garbage disposal and Lessee
shall pay all charges, fees, and deposits for those services as they become due.
Lessor may elect to declare a forfeiture or termination of this Lease if Lessee
fails or refuses to pay the charges for utility services as assessed or
incurred. On the failure of Lessee to promptly make such payments after notice
to do so by Lessor, Lessor may make payment on behalf of Lessee and such payment
shall be additional rents due hereunder, payable on or before the first day of
the month first following the date notified of such payment by Lessor.
H. In the event Lessee fails to remove any accumulation of garbage within three
days after notice to remove same, Lessor shall have the right to remove the
same, in which event the cost thereof shall be payable on or before the first
day of the month first following the date notified of such payment by Lessor.
I. In the event that Lessee chooses to perform any of the obligations hereunder
expressly made an obligation of Lessor and which is performed by Lessee for the
benefit of Lessor, Lessor may elect to either credit against Lessee's monthly
rent in an amount equal to the value of such performance, or pay to Lessee such
amount, as evidenced by due bills, invoices, canceled checks, or other similar
forms of proof that such obligation or work has
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been performed. However, no credit or payment shall be made for Lessee's
performance under this provision unless (1) Lessee obtains Lessor's prior
written consent for such performance, or (2) Lessor in writing agrees to the
amount of the credit requested before any work is completed by Lessee. Under no
circumstances, however, shall any person, employee, or agent of Lessor, with the
exception of Leonard Slodov, President of Shoreway Circle Inc., have any
authority to consent to such performance, nor to agree to the amount of credit
requested.

                              3. SECURITY DEPOSIT
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By signing this lease, Lessor acknowledges the receipt of $2,200 dollars from
the Lessee to be held in an account at Great lakes Bank as a security deposit
for the full and faithful performance of this Lease. If Lessee fails to pay rent
or other charges due under this Lease, Lessor may use, apply and retain all or
any part of the security deposit to cure the default without first notifying the
Lessee. If the security deposit is so used or applied, Lessee shall upon demand
replenish the security deposit to its original amount. Lessee's failure to do so
shall be a material breach of this Lease. Lessor may maintain the security
deposit separate and apart from Lessor's funds or may co-mingle the security
deposit with other security deposits or other funds received from other tenants.
If Lessee shall fully and faithfully perform all of its obligations under this
Lease, the security deposit shall be returned to Lessee once Lessee has vacated
the space and all amounts owed to Lessor have been paid in full.

                     4. EXTENSION OF LEASE TERM AND RENEWAL
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A. If, at the expiration of the term of this Lease, Lessee shall have fully
performed all of its obligations under this Lease, Lessee shall have the option
to renew this Lease agreement without having to execute a new Lease agreement.
Lessee may seek to renew its tenancy for an equal or greater number of years as
provided herein. The option for such renewal shall be exercised by Lessee by
giving written notice by certified mail to Lessor at least three months prior to
the expiration of the then current term. Lessor does not hereby extend to Lessee
an option to perpetually renew the Lease term herein. Lessee may only exercise
one renewal hereunder for a term of FIVE years. The Basic Monthly Rent during
the option period will be as set out in Paragraph 36 or in the case that the
schedule is not agreed to in advance, must be agreed to by both parties at the
time Lessee seeks in writing to renew this Lease.
B. At the option of the parties, a renewal of Lease may be used in lieu of
executing a new Lease, which incorporates all provisions of this Lease with any
exceptions, changes, or modifications noted therein.
C. In the event of a renewal of the Lease term, the security deposit held by
Lessor for the term of the Lease, shall be held during such renewal for the same
purposes, pursuant to the same terms, and in the same manner as set forth
herein. If it is the case that the security deposit given by Lessee under this
lease, is not equal in amount to the basic monthly rent under the terms of the
lease renewal, Lessee shall supplement the security deposit by an amount equal
to the difference between the first month's basic monthly rent under the lease
renewal term and the first month's basic monthly rent under this lease term.

                          5. ASSIGNMENT OR SUBLETTING
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Lessee will not mortgage, assign or otherwise encumber this Lease, or allow same
to be assigned by operation of law or otherwise, or sublet the Demised Premises
or any part thereof, or use or permit same to be used for any other purpose than
stated in the use clause hereof without the written consent of Lessor, which
consent shall not be reasonably withheld.

                         6. TRANSFER OF LESSOR'S RIGHTS
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Lessor shall have the right to transfer and assign, in whole or in part, all and
every feature of its rights and obligations hereunder and in the building and
property referred to herein. Such transfers or assignments, howsoever made, are
to be in all things respected and recognized by Lessee.

                            7. ASSIGNMENT BY LESSOR
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This Lease shall inure to the benefit of the Lessor and its successors and
assigns; and, with the written consent of Lessor first had and obtained not
otherwise, except as permitted in paragraph 5, to the benefit of heirs,
executors and/or administrators, successors and assigns of Lessee.
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                             8. OCCUPANCY PERMIT(S)
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Lessee is solely responsible for obtaining the occupancy permit(s) necessary to
open its business.

                    9. INDEMNITY, LIABILITY AND LOSS DAMAGE
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By accepting the keys, Lessee accepts the Demised Premises as is and suitable
for the purpose for which the same are lease and accepts the building and each
and every appurtenance thereof, and Lessee by said act waives any and all
defects therein.
Lessor and Lessee shall not be liable to each others' agents, employees, or
guests, invitees or to any person claiming by, through or under Lessee or Lessor
for any injury to person, loss or damage to property, or for loss or damage to
the other party's business, occasioned by or through the acts or omissions of
the other party or any other person, or by any other cause whatsoever except
Lessor or Lessee's negligence or willful misconduct. To the extent Lessor or
Lessee are not prevented by law from contracting against such liability, each
party shall indemnify the other party and save it harmless from all suits,
actions, damages, liability and expense in connection with loss of life, bodily
or personal injury or property damage arising from or out of any occurrence in,
upon, at or from the Demised Premises, related to the occupancy or use by Lessee
or Lessor of the Demised Premises or any part thereof.

               10. LEGAL USE AND VIOLATIONS OF INSURANCE COVERAGE
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Lessee will not occupy or use, nor permit any portion of the Demised Premises to
be occupied or used for any other purpose than that specified in Paragraph "F"
of the Definitions and not for any business or purpose which is unlawful in part
or in whole or deemed to be disreputable in any manner, or extra hazardous, nor
permit anything to be done which will in any way increase the rate of insurance
on the building or contents, and in the event that by reason of any acts of
Lessee or its conduct of business, there shall be any increase in the rate of
insurance on the building or contents, then Lessee hereby agrees to pay such
increase.

                                 11. INSURANCE
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During the Lease Term and any extension thereof, Lessee shall, at its own cost
and expense, maintain and provide comprehensive general liability insurance
coverage for the benefit and protection of Lessor and Lessee, naming both as
named insureds in an amount not less than $500,000 to more than one person
arising out of any one accident or occurrence and for damages to property in an
amount not less than $100,000 extended to include personal injury. All insurance
provided hereunder shall be secured from responsible companies acceptable to the
Lessor and qualified to do business in the state where the Demised Premises are
located and in good standing therein. All such insurance policies shall be
maintained by Lessee in full force and effect during the entire term of this
lease. Certificates indicating such policies are in force and providing for
thirty (30) days notice to Lessor prior to cancellation shall be provided to
Lessor upon Lessor's written request. Notwithstanding the foregoing at the
option and subject to Lessor's reasonable approval, Lessee may, self insure some
or all of the risk with acceptable documentation to Lessor.

                                12. SUBROGATION
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Lessor and Lessee hereby severally waive, release and relinquish any right or
subrogation that either may have hereafter against the other by reason of any
loss or damage to any property, real, personal, or mixed, where such loss is
caused by fire or other hazard against which both have insurance under one or
more policies or fire and extended coverage, irrespective of the negligence of
either party which might have caused or contributed to said fire or other
insured peril resulting in such loss at or in the Demised Premises provided,
nevertheless, that such subrogation shall not prejudice the respective insurance
coverages of Lessor and Lessee hereto.

                                13. FIRE DAMAGE
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A. If the Demised Premises or the building in which the Demised Premises are
located shall be damaged by any cause or means whatsoever not caused or
contributed to by the negligence or fault of Lessee, its employees, servants,
agents or visitors, and if said damage can be repaired within a period of sixty
(60) working days by using standard working methods and procedures, Lessor shall
within a reasonable time after the occurrence of said damage enter and make
repairs, and this lease shall continue in full force and effect with the Basic
Monthly Rental abated during
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the time of the repair or reconstruction.
B. However, if said damage cannot be repaired within a period of sixty (60)
working days by using standard working methods and procedures, the Lessor and
Lessee shall have the option of either terminating this lease as of the date of
such occurrence and Lessee shall pay rent hereunder to such date and immediately
surrender the Demised Premises to Lessor or of keeping this lease in full force
and restoring the Demised Premises to substantially the same condition as
existed prior to the date of such occurrence.
If Lessor and Lessee so elect to continue the lease and restore the Demised
Premises, Lessor shall within a reasonable time after the date of the notice of
said election enter and make repairs, and this lease shall not be affected,
except that rents hereunder shall be reduced or abated while such repairs are
being made for the period of time and in the proportion that the Demised
Premises are untenantable.
C. If, however, such damage is contributed to or results from the fault of the
Lessee, Lessee's employees, servants, agents, or visitors, such damage shall be
repaired by and at the expense of Lessee under the control, direction and
supervision of Lessor, and the rent shall continue without abatement or
reduction regardless of length of time of repair.
D. The completion of the repairs of all such damages is subject to reasonable
delays resulting from survey of such damage, obtaining plans and letting
contracts for repair, adjustment for insurance loss, strikes, labor difficulties
unavailability or material, or other causes beyond the control of the party
obligated to make such repair.

                    14. ALTERATIONS, ADDITIONS, IMPROVEMENTS
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Lessee will not make or allow to be made an alteration or additions in, or to,
the Demised Premises without the written consent of Lessor before performance,
such consent will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. Such alteration,
physical additions or improvements as well as those improvements made at the
Lessee's expense or under any agreement with the Lessee whereby the Lessee is
given an allowance or rent reduction in exchange for Lessor's agreement to
install, or allow to be installed, lease improvements, such as, by way of
example, but not in limitation; wall coverings floor coverings or carpet,
paneling, doors and hardware, any and all such improvements shall become the
property of the Lessor and shall in no event be removed by the Lessee. Lessee
agrees to leave the Demised Premises in good condition once the Lease Term is
completed normal wear and tear excluded. This clause shall not apply to movable
non-attached fixtures or furniture of the Lessee. If any mechanic's lien is
filed against the Demised Premises or the real estate of which the Demised
Premises forms a part, which lien concerns the Lessee and/or the Demised
Premises, Lessee shall cause same to be discharged within ten (10) days after
the lien is filed, by Lessee paying or bonding over said lien.

                            15. REPAIRS AND REENTRY
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Lessee will, at Lessee's own cost and expense, keep the Demised Premises in
sound condition and good repair, and shall repair or replace any damage or
injury done to the Demised Premises or any part thereof by Lessee or Lessee's
agents, employees and invitees, and if Lessee fails to make such repair or
replacement promptly, or within fifteen (15) days of occurrence, Lessor may at
its option make such repair or replacement, and Lessee shall repay the cost
thereof to Lessor on demand. Lessee is responsible for all maintenance, repair,
or damage of all heat ventilation or air conditioning ("HVAC") systems on the
Demised Premises at its own expense. Lessee is responsible for all maintenance
and repair of all submeters installed for electric and water utilities. Lessee
will not commit or allow any waste or damage to be committed on any portion of
the Demised Premises, and shall at termination of this lease by lapse of time or
otherwise, deliver up said Demised Premises to Lessor in as good condition as at
the date of possession, ordinary wear and tear excepted, and upon termination of
lease Lessor shall have the right to reenter and resume possession of the
Demised Premises. Lessee is responsible for the replacement of HVAC if necessary
and to keep the roof in good condition.

                               16. SUBORDINATION
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Lessee hereby subordinates this lease and all rights of Lessee hereunder to any
mortgage or mortgages, or vendor's lien, or similar instruments which now are or
which may from time to time be placed upon the Demised Premises; and such
mortgage or mortgages or liens or other instruments shall be superior and prior
to this lease. Lessee further covenants and agrees that if mortgagee or other
lienholder acquires the Demised Premises as a purchaser at any such foreclosure
sale (any such mortgagee or other lienholder or purchaser at a foreclosure sale
being each hereinafter referred to as the "Purchaser at Foreclosure"), Lessee
shall thereafter remain bound by novation or otherwise to the same effect as if
a new and identical lease between the Purchaser at Foreclosure, as Lessor, and
Lessee, as tenant, had been entered into for the remainder of the Lease Term in
effect at the institution of the
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foreclosure proceedings. Lessee agrees to execute any instrument or instruments
which may be deemed necessary or desirable further to effect the subordination
of this lease to each such mortgage lien or instrument or to confirm any
election to continue the lease in effect in the event of foreclosure, as above
provided.

                                17. ABANDONMENT
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If the Demised Premises be abandoned or vacated for more than fifteen (15) days
by Lessee WITHOUT LESSEE MAKING TIMELY RENTAL PAYMENTS AS CALLED FOR BY THIS
LEASE, Lessor shall have the right, but not the obligation to: (a) relet the
Demised Premises for the remainder of the period covered hereby; and if the rent
is not received through such reletting at lease equal to the rent provided
hereunder, Lessee shall pay and satisfy any deficiencies between the amount of
rent called for and that received through reletting and the expenses incurred in
obtaining a new occupant, limited to advertising, and/or leasing agent's
commission, and/or (b) provide for the storage of any personal property
remaining in the Demised Premises without liability of any kind or nature for
the cost of storage or the return of the personal property to Lessee or take
title to the abandoned personal property which title shall pass to Lessor under
this lease as a Bill of Sale without additional payments or credit from Lessor
to Lessee. Notwithstanding the foregoing, during the last Ninety (90) days of
the Lease Term, if Lessee removes a substantial portion of Lessee's personal
property or Lessee has been in physical absence for fifteen (15) days WITHOUT
HAVING MADE RENTAL PAYMENTS, it shall constitute a vacation and Lessor may enter
the Demised Premises for purposes of renovating, altering and decorating the
Demised Premises for occupancy at the end of the Lease Term by a new tenant
without in any way affecting Lessee's obligation to pay rent and comply with all
other terms and conditions of this Lease. Nothing herein shall be construed as
in any way denying Lessor the right, in case of abandonment vacation of the
Demised Premises or other breach of the Lease by Lessee, to treat the same as an
entire breach, and, at Lessor's option, immediately sue for the entire breach of
this Lease and any and all damages occasioned Lessor thereby.

                                18. HOLDING OVER
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In case of holding over by Lessee after expiration or termination of this Lease,
Lessee will pay an amount equal to the previous month's Basic Monthly Rent plus
an additional 25% (for example- if the Basic Monthly Rent was $1,000 per month,
the holding over Basic Monthly Rent will be $1,250) in advance as rent for the
Demised Premises for the entire holdover period. No holding over by Lessee after
the termination of the Lease Term, without consent or acquiescence of the
Lessor, shall operate to extend this Lease for a longer period than one month
and holding over with consent of Lessor in writing shall thereafter constitute a
lease from month to month.

                                  19. DEFAULT
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In the event: (a) Lessee fails to comply with any term, provision, condition, or
covenant of this lease or any of the rules and regulations now or hereafter
established for the government of the building within thirty (30) days after
written notice from Lessor of such default; (b) Lessee deserts or vacates the
Demised Premises; (c) any petition is filed by or against Lessee under any
section or chapter of the National Bankruptcy Act, as amended, or under any
similar law or statute of the Untied States or of any state thereof; (d) Lessee
becomes insolvent or makes a transfer in fraud of creditors; (e) Lessee makes an
assignment for benefit of creditors; (f) a receiver is appointed for Lessee or
any of the assets of Lessee; (g) Lessee fails to obtain an occupancy permit(s)
for use of the Demises Premises from the City, County or state government
required for occupation of the demised Premises, or (h) uses the Demised
Premises for any other purpose than that which is defined herein as a permitted
use, then in any of such events, Lessor shall have the option to do any one or
more of the following with proper notice provided to Lessee, in addition to and
not in limitation of any other remedy permitted by law or by this Lease
1. Terminate this Lease, in which event Lessee shall immediately surrender the
Demised Premises to Lessor, but if Lessee shall fail to do so, Lessor may,
without notice and without prejudice to any other remedy Lessor may have for
possession, or for arrearages in rent, enter upon and take possession of the
Demised Premises and expel or remove Lessee and its effects without being liable
to prosecution or any claim for damages therefore; and Lessee agrees to
indemnify Lessor for all loss, damage, and expense including reasonable
attorney's fees which Lessor may suffer by reason of such determination.
2. Declare the entire amount of the rent which would have become due and payable
during the remainder of the Lease Term to be due and payable immediately, in
which event, Lessee agrees to pay the same at once, together with all rents
therefore due, to Lessor at the address specified herein or hereunder. Lessor
will refund the rent it collects from a subsequent tenant that it may obtain
during the remainder of the defaulted Lease term.
3. Enter upon and take possession of the Demised Premises as the agent of Lessee
without being liable to prosecution
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or any claim for damages therefore; and Lessor may relet the Demised Premises as
the agent of the Lessee and receive the rent therefore; and in such event Lessee
agrees to pay Lessor the expenses incurred in obtaining a new occupant, limited
to advertising, and/or leasing agent's commission, and any deficiency that may
arise by reason of such reletting, on demand at the address of Lessor specified
herein or hereunder.
Pursuit of any of the foregoing remedies shall not preclude pursuit of any of
the remedies herein provided or any other remedies provided by law or in equity.

                              20. ATTORNEY'S FEES
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In the event of a default, abandonment, or breach of this Lease by either Lessor
or Lessee, which results in litigation between the Lessor and Lessee, Lessee and
Lessor agree that the party responsible for the breach shall be liable for all
costs and expenses of the litigation, including reasonable attorney's fees.

                                  21. REMEDIES
                                  ------------

No act or thing done by Lessor or its agents during the term hereof shall be
deemed an acceptance of a surrender of the Demised Premises shall be valid
unless made in writing and signed by Lessor. The mention in this Lease of any
particular remedy shall not preclude Lessor from any other remedy Lessor may
have, either in law or in equity, now shall the waiver of or redress for, any
violation of any covenant or condition in this Lease contained or any of the
rules and regulations attached hereto, or hereafter adopted by Lessor, prevent a
subsequent act, which would have originally constituted a violation, from having
all the force and effect of an original violation. The receipt by Lessor of rent
with knowledge of the breech of any covenant in this Lease contained shall not
be deemed a waiver of such breach. The failure of Lessor to enforce any of the
rules and regulations attached hereto, or hereafter adopted, against Lessee
and/or any other tenant in the shopping center shall not be deemed a waiver.
Waiver of said rules or regulations by Lessor shall be in writing and signed by
Lessor.

                                   22. WAIVER
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Failure of Lessor to declare any default immediately upon occurrence thereof, or
delay in taking any action in correction therewith, shall not waive such
default, but Lessor shall have the right to declare any such default at any time
and take such action as might be lawful or authorized hereunder, either in law
or in equity.

                      23. ENTRY FOR REPAIR AND INSPECTION
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Lessee will permit Lessor or respective officers, agents, and representatives to
enter into and upon all parts of the Demised Premises, at all reasonable hours,
subject to Lessee's security, to inspect same or lean or make repairs or
alterations or additions as Lessor may deem necessary and Lessee shall not be
entitled to any abatement or reduction of rent by reason thereof. In an
emergency, Lessor may enter at any time without notice.

                                  24. NUISANCE
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Lessee will conduct its business and control its agents, employees and invitees
in such a manner as not to create any nuisance, interfere with, annoy, or
disturb other tenants or Lessor in the management of the shopping center.

                        25. CONDEMNATION AND FORCE MAJURE
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A. If the Demised Premises shall be taken or condemned, in whole or in part, for
any public purpose, the Lease Term shall, upon such taking, forthwith cease and
terminate. Lessor shall receive such award from such taking and Lessee shall
have no claims thereto. Lessee may file a separate claim to appropriate
governing authority, so long as Lessee's award does not diminish any award
received by Lessor.

B. Lessor shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage to any
property or person occasioned by theft, fire, act of God, public enemy,
injunction, riot, strike, insurrection, war, court order, requisition or order
of governmental body or authority, or other matter beyond the control of Lessor
or for any damage or inconvenience which may arise through repair or alteration
of any part of the building or caused solely by Lessor's negligence.

                                26. SEVERABILITY
                                ----------------
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If any clause or provision of this lease is illegal, invalid, or unenforceable
under present or future laws it is the intention of the parties hereto that the
remainder of this lease shall not be affected thereby. The caption of each
paragraph hereof is added as a matter of convenience only and shall be
considered to be of no effect in the construction of any provision or provisions
of this lease.

                            27. LAWS AND REGULATIONS
                            ------------------------

Lessee will maintain the Demised Premises in a clean and healthful condition and
comply with all laws, ordinances, orders, rules, and regulations (state,
federal, municipal, and other agencies or bodies having any jurisdiction
thereof) with reference to use, conditions, or occupancy of the Demised
Premises.

                             28. RULES OF BUILDING
                             ---------------------

Lessee and Lessee's agent, employees, and invitees, will comply fully with all
requirements of rules of the shopping center which are attached as Exhibit A and
made a part hereof as though fully set out herein. These rules may from time to
time change and notice of such will be sent to Lessee.

                              29. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
                              --------------------

It is expressly agreed by Lessee, as a material consideration for the execution
of this Lease, that there are, and were no verbal representations,
understandings, stipulations, agreements or promises pertaining thereto not
incorporated in writing herein, and it is likewise agreed that this Lease shall
not be altered, waived, amended or extended otherwise than as provided herein,
except same may be done in writing and signed by the parties to this Lease or
their authorized agents.

                                  30. ADDENDA
                                  -----------

Any addenda to this Lease must be in written form and when signed or initialed
by the contracting parties, shall be deemed a part of this Lease to the same
full extent as if incorporated herein.

                               31. BINDING EFFECT
                               ------------------

The provisions of this Lease shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of
Lessor and Lessee, respectively, and to their respective heirs, personal
representatives, successors and assigns, subject to the provisions of
Paragraph 3 hereof.

                                  32. NOTICES
                                  -----------

Any notice required or permitted to be given hereunder by one party to the other
shall be deemed to be given when personally delivered or mailed, postage
prepaid, by Certified or Registered mail, addressed to the respective party to
whom notice is intended to be given at the following address of such party.
Notice pertaining to lease terms, e.g. options, renewals, etc., must be
delivered via Certified or Registered mail.

If to Lessee:                       If to Lessor:

Mr. Richard Flenner, Jr.            Shoreway Circle, Inc.
Great Lakes Bank                    ATTN: Len Slodov, President
7001 Center Street                  560 N. 16th St. #2
Mentor, Ohio 4                      Phila., PA 19130

                                  33. BROKERS
                                  -----------

Lessee and Lessor represent and warrant to the other party that neither it nor
its officers or agents nor anyone on its behalf has dealt with any real estate
broker in the negotiation or making of this Lease, and both parties agree to
indemnify and hold the other party harmless from the claim or claims of any
broker or brokers claiming to have interested either party in the shopping
center or the Demised Premises or claiming to have cause Lessee to enter into
this Lease.
<PAGE>   9

                            34. ESTOPPEL CERTIFICATE
                            ------------------------

The Lessee agrees that from time to time upon not less than ten (10) days prior
request by Lessor, the Lessee, or Lessee's duly authorized representative having
knowledge of the following facts, will deliver to Lessor a statement in writing
certifying (a) that this Lease is unmodified and in full force and effect (or if
there have been modifications that the Lease as modified is in full force and
effect)l (b) the dates to which the rent and other charges have been paid; and
(c) that the Lessor is not in default under any provision of this Lease, or, if
in default, the nature thereof in detail.

                     35. NON-COMPETITION/THEFT OF GOODWILL
                     -------------------------------------

Lessor hereby agrees not to allow another commercial bank, thrift, or stock
brokerage firm(s) occupancy in Shoreway Circle Shopping Center at any time Great
lakes Bank continues operations in the Demised Premises unless first obtaining
written approval by Lessee which approval the Lessee in its sole discretion may
withhold. In the event of default of the Lease or abandonment by Lessee without
timely rental payments, Lessee hereby agrees that Lessee nor its agents, heirs,
executors, successors or assigns will continue the same business or start a like
business within a five mile radius of the Demised Premises.

                      36. ADJUSTMENT OF RENTAL-PERCENTAGE
                      -----------------------------------

The Basic Monthly Rent provided herein will be increased yearly based upon the
  following schedule:
Year 1:Rent $2,200 per month plus 9.4% of total real estate tax billed
       biannually (3,200 sq. ft. of 34,000)
Year 2:Rent $2,200 per month plus 9.4% of total real estate tax billed
       biannually (3,200 sq. ft. of 34,000)
Year 3:Rent $2,200 per month plus 9.4% of total real estate tax billed
       biannually (3,200 sq. ft. of 34,000)
Year 4:Rent $2,200 per month plus 9.4% of total real estate tax billed
       biannually (3,200 sq. ft. of 34,000)
Year 5:Rent $2,200 per month plus 9.4% of total real estate tax billed
       biannually (3,200 sq. ft. of 34,000)

Year 6-10: $2,200 plus the lessor of 115% ($2530) or the increase based upon the
           CPI for Cleveland All items from year 1 through 5 plus 9.4% of total
           real estate tax billed biannually (3,200 sq. ft. of 34,000).

NOTE-real estate tax bill total was $6,600 biannually in 1997.

In no event shall any provision of this Article result in any reduction in the
Basic Monthly Rental.

                       37. POSSESSION OF DEMISED PREMISES
                       ----------------------------------

Delivery of possession of, and Lessee's right of entry to, the Demised Premises
shall be effectuated for all purposes by and upon execution of this Lease.
Lessee agrees that, if Lessor is unable to deliver possession of the Demised
Premises to Lessee on the scheduled commencement of the Term of this Lease, this
Lease shall not be void or voidable, nor shall Lessor be liable to Lessee for
any loss or damage resulting from the failure to deliver possession, but in such
event, Lessee shall not be liable for any rent until such time as Lessee has
actual possession of the Demised Premises. For any partial month during the
period between the beginning of the Term and the time when Lessor can deliver
possession, the rent for such month will be pro rated, and the portion of the
payment of the first month's rent during which Lessor cannot deliver possession
of the Premises, as provided for herein, shall be credited to lessee's next
month's rent due in full settlement of any and all damages by Lessee. In the
event that the period between the commencement date and the delivery date is
more than one month, the total duration of the Lease Term established in this
Lease shall remain unchanged, and to this effect, the expiration date of the
Lease Term shall be extended for a period of time equal to the delay.
If circumstances should arise and render Lessor unable to deliver possession of
the demised Premises within four months of the commencement date of this Lease,
all money deposited by Lessee with Lessor including advance rental payments and
security deposits, shall be returned to Lessee as liquidated damages, Lessee
shall be released from its obligation to pay rent, and this Lease shall be null
and void; provided however, the parties may mutually agree to the execution of
an addendum to this Lease which thereby establishes a new commencement date and
termination date of this Lease. In the event such an addendum is executed by the
parties, it shall be made with the same formalities and pursuant to the same
terms of this Lease.
<PAGE>   10

                   38. CHANGE OF ACCESS, PARKING AND SIGNAGE
                   -----------------------------------------

Lessor hereby agrees to notify Lessee of any and all changes to access, parking
and Lessee's signage and to receive Lessee's written approval prior to any
changes that may be desired by Lessor. Exhibit B is hereby attached and added to
this Lease agreement as a representation of the existing access, parking and
Lessee's signage.

                 39. INVENTORY OF FIXTURES INCLUDED IN PREMISES
                 ----------------------------------------------

Lessor hereby attaches to this Lease Exhibit C listing the existing fixtures
inside the demised premises that were left by Bank One. To date, Bank One has
not removed any of these fixtures and they will be included with the demised
premises as is unless Bank One decides to remove items on this list prior to
Lessee beginning its operations pursuant to this Lease commencement.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF this Lease is entered into by the parties hereto on the date
and year first set forth above.

LESSEE:                                LESSOR:

Great Lakes Bank          10/30/98     /s/ Len Slodov           11/12/98
----------------------------------     SHOREWAY CIRCLE, INC.      DATE
                            DATE       By: Len Slodov, President
By /s/ Richard T. Flenner, Jr.
   -------------------------------
   President

Witnesses:                             Witnesses:

/s/ Christine Hartog                   /s/ Natalie Williams
----------------------------------     -------------------------------

/s/ Laura Ann Mericka                  /s/ Kimberly A. Conte
----------------------------------     -------------------------------

[NOTARIAL SEAL]                        NOTARIAL SEAL
LAURA ANN MERICKA, Notary Public,      KIMBERLY A. CONTE, Notary Public
State of Ohio                          Lower Merion Twp., Montgomery County
My Commission Expires June 22, 2002    My Commission Expires August 13, 2001
Recorded in Lake County

Sworn to by Richard T. Flenner Jr.,    Sworn to by Len Slodov,
President of Great Lakes Bank and      President, Shoreway Circle,
subscribed before me, a Notary         Inc., and subscribed before
Public, This 30th day of October,      me, a Notary Public, this
1998.                                  ____ day of __________, 199__.

/s/ Laura Ann Mericka                  /s/ Kimberly A. Conte
----------------------------------     -------------------------------
Notary Public                          Notary Public

EXHIBIT A- RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE SHOREWAY CIRCLE SHOPPING CENTER
-----------------------------------------------------------------------

1. Lessee will not allow the Demised Premises to be used for auctions, fire
sales, bankruptcy sales, going out of business sales, "Lost Our Lease" sales or
any type of distress sale that detracts from the image and reputation of the
Shopping Center.
2. Lessee will not display merchandise outside the Demised Premises or obstruct
the sidewalk in any way.
3. Lessee will not burn trash near or on the Demised Premises.
4. Lessee will properly maintain all plumbing, sewer, heating, and cooling
systems so as not to cause any damage or diminish value to the Shopping Center
or other tenants.
5. Lessee will make every attempt to have its employees park to the far East
side of the parking lot area (along the wooded lot) or in the rear to provide
maximum parking near the stores for shoppers.
6. Lessee will put in writing and send to Lessor monthly any and all complaints
against Lessor as related to the Demised Premises or the Shopping Center in
general in order to properly notify Lessor that repairs are needed.
<PAGE>   11

EXHIBIT C

1-metal 5 drawer desk with orange leather swivel chair
1-red chair
9-yellow chairs
1-high back yellow chair
1-strong metal cart on wheels
1-large wooden desk with side arm and 8 drawers with key
2-orange arm chairs
1-large wooden desk with 6 drawers with matching file credenza locking with
  keys
1 2 seat dinette style table with 2 wooden chairs
1-small metal 2 drawer desk
1-large 4'x8' wooden table with metal legs
1-small black swivel chair
6-orange stools
1-orange swivel chair
1-black stool
2-2 drawer (Mosler) top with large 2 sliding doors with 1 shelf storage under
1-4 drawer top with medium 2 sliding doors with i shelf storage under
1-Assitints credenza desk with matching 2 file drawer with locks
2-camera wall mounted (Mosler Photogaurd)
1-5 lb fire extinguisher
2-cork bulletin boards
2-cigarette ash trays freestanding at both entrances
3-chandeliers

MAIN VAULT all with keys

1-large 5 drawer microfilm safe cabinet
120-2 1 /2 x 4 inch lock boxes
168-1 1/2 x 4 inch lock boxes
168-2 x 4 inch lock boxes
9-12 x 5 inch lock boxes
1-14 x 24 inch lock box combination
6-12 x 12 inch lock boxes combination
4-24 x 24 inch lock boxes combination
1-large metal 3 shelf cart on wheels
2-small index card files 10 x 5 inches
<PAGE>   12

                          Addendum To Lease Agreement
                          ---------------------------

As per paragraph 30, the parties do hereby agree that the Lease Term for this
Lease Agreement by and between Great Lakes Bank and Shoreway Circle Inc.
COMMENCED NOVEMBER 1, 1998 and is for a period of SIXTY MONTHS therefore it
ENDS ON OCTOBER 31ST, 2003 and not 10/31/04 as stated on the first page of the
signed Lease Agreement.

/s/ Len Slodov, Shoreway Circle Inc.                3/30/99
-----------------------------------------------------------
Len Slodov, Shoreway Circle Inc.                     Date

/s/ Richard Flenner Jr., Great Lakes Bank            4/1/99
-----------------------------------------------------------
Richard Flenner Jr., Great Lakes Bank                Date<PAGE>   1

                                                                     Exhibit 10g

                               SUBLEASE AGREEMENT
                               ------------------

     THIS SUBLEASE AGREEMENT (the "Sublease") is entered into as of the 8th day
of October 1998, by and between FirstMerit Bank, N.A., a national banking
association (the "Bank"), and Great Lakes Bank, a Ohio Corporation (the
"Lessee")

                                  WITNESSETH:

     WHEREAS, the Bank has heretofore entered into that certain Lease with
LAKELAND REALTY II LTD (the "Landlord") dated December 15, 1998 (the "Lease")
whereby the Bank agreed to lease from the Landlord certain premises located at
4012 Erie Street Willoughby, Ohio (the "Premises"); and

     WHEREAS, the Lessee desires to sublease a portion of said Premises from the
Bank.

     NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises contained herein and other
good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby
acknowledged, the parties hereby agree as follows:

                                   ARTICLE I
                                   ---------
                    DEMISE, DESCRIPTION, USE, TERM, AND RENT
                    ----------------------------------------

     The Bank hereby subleases to Lessee, and Lessee hereby subleases from the
Bank, Lakeland Realty II Ltd. comprised of approximately 1,920 square feet, as
more further described in Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof (the
"Leased Premises"), to be used only for office purposes and uses normally
incident thereto and for no other purpose, for the term of *Sixty (60) months
commencing on Regulatory Approval and ending on Year 2004, for the annual rental
of $30,000., payable as specified in Article 2.

                                   ARTICLE 2
                                   ---------
                                      RENT
                                      ----

     Lessee shall pay to the Bank the aggregate amount of $150,000 as rent for
the Leased Premises during the term hereof, in equal monthly installments of
$2,500 each. All such sums are due and payable in advance on the first day of
each and every calendar month during such term, commencing Reg. Approval, at the
main office of the Bank at 106 S. Main St., Suite 400, Akron, OH 44308, or at
such other place as the Bank may designate in writing. All payments shall be
without set off or deduction, except as otherwise expressly provided herein.
Lessee shall also be liable for its pro rata share of all common area and
utility expenses, real estate taxes, and insurance ("Operating Expenses").
Operating Expenses shall be determined and paid by Lessee in accordance with the
terms of the Lease.

*OPT FOR ADD 5 YEAR INCREASE BY CPI
<PAGE>   2

                                   ARTICLE 3
                                   ---------
                                   THE LEASE
                                   ---------

     All of the terms and provisions of the Lease are incorporated by reference
as if fully rewritten herein, and Lessee shall be entitled to all of the
benefits, and subject to all of the conditions and obligations of, the Bank as
lessee under the Lease, except as otherwise provided herein.

                                   ARTICLE 4
                                   ---------
                           INSURANCE AND RISK OF LOSS
                           --------------------------

     4.1. (a) All personal property belonging to the Lessee or to any other
person, located in or about the Leased Premises or the surrounding building and
premises, shall be at the sole risk of the Lessee or such other person, and
neither the Landlord, the Bank nor their agents shall be liable for the theft or
misappropriation thereof, or for any damage or injury thereto, or for any damage
or injury to the Lessee or other persons or to any of their respective property
caused by fire, water, snow, frost, steam, heat, cold, dampness, falling
plaster, sewers or sewage, gas, odors, noise, the bursting or leaking of pipes,
plumbing, electrical wiring or equipment or fixtures of any kind, or of any
other extended coverage perils, or by any act or neglect of any other tenant or
occupant of the building, or of any other person or caused in any manner
whatsoever.

     Lessee shall, during the entire term of the Sublease, carry and keep or
cause to be kept in force, at its expense, insurance for personal injury and
property damage liability (public liability insurance) upon the Leased Premises
in the amount of at least $500,000 per occurrence and $1,000,000 in the
aggregate, and will provide a Certificate of Insurance to the Bank within thirty
(30) days after the execution of this Sublease and within thirty (30) days of
each renewal date of said insurance. It is further agreed that no cancellation
or material change in the Lessee's policies shall become effective except upon
thirty (30) days prior written notice to the Bank.

         (b) The Lessee will protect, indemnify and save harmless the Landlord
and the Bank from all losses, costs or damages sustained by reason of any act or
other occurrence causing injury or harm to any person or property whatsoever,
resulting directly or indirectly from the Lessee's use of the Leased Premises or
any part thereof.

     4.2 If Lessee shall fail to secure or maintain insurance as required by
Section 4.1, above, at any time during the term hereof, the Bank shall be
permitted, but not required, to obtain such insurance in Lessee's name or as the
agent of Lessee and shall be compensated by Lessee for the cost thereof.

     4.3 If the Leased Premises or the building in which it is situated become
untenantable due to fire, flood or other casualty, and if the Landlord
terminates the Lease, then this Sublease shall terminate and rent shall be
abated for the unexpired portion of this Sublease, effective as of the date of
such termination. If the Landlord does not terminate the Lease, but undertakes
to repair, restore or rehabilitate the building or the Leased Premises, the rent
payable hereunder during said period shall not be abated.
<PAGE>   3

                                   ARTICLES 5
                                   ----------
                               WASTE AND NUISANCE
                               ------------------

     Lessee shall not commit, or suffer to be committed, any waste on the Leased
Premises, nor shall it maintain, commit, or permit the maintenance or commission
of any nuisance on the Leased Premises or use the Leased Premises for any
unlawful purpose.

                                   ARTICLE 6
                                   ---------
                         POSSESSION AND QUIET ENJOYMENT
                         ------------------------------

     6.1 The Bank shall, on the commencement date of the term of this Sublease
as hereinabove set forth, place Lessee in possession of the Leased Premises and
shall secure Lessee in the quiet enjoyment thereof against all persons lawfully
claiming the same under the Bank during the entire Sublease term.

     6.2 This Sublease shall be subordinate, at the option of the Landlord, to
any mortgages placed by the Landlord upon the building or land of which of the
Leased Premises is a part, or the underlying leasehold interest. Lessee agrees
to execute a subordination agreement in the format requested.

     6.3 During the entire term hereof, Lessee shall remain in possession of the
Leased Premises and operate its business therefrom during regular working hours.

                                   ARTICLE 7
                                   ---------
                            MODIFICATION OF SUBLEASE
                            ------------------------

     In the event that any future mortgagee of the Bank or Landlord requires
that certain modifications be made to this Sublease, Lessee agrees to execute
any and all documents reasonably necessary to effect such modifications;
provided, however, that nothing contained in this Article 7 shall be construed
as Lessee's agreement to a modification which in any way (i) increases Lessee's
financial obligations hereunder including, but not limited to, rent; (ii)
affects the size or location of the Leased Premises; or (iii) prevents Lessee
from deriving any of the material benefits of this Sublease.

                                   ARTICLE 8
                                   ---------
                          SURRENDER OF LEASED PREMISES
                          ----------------------------

     8.1 Lessee shall, without demand therefor and at its own cost and expense,
within ten (10) days after the expiration or sooner termination of the term
hereof, remove all property belonging to the Lessee and all alterations,
additions, or improvements, and fixtures which by the terms of the Lease the
Lessee is permitted to remove, repair all damage to the Leased Premises caused
by such removal, and restore the Leased Premises to the condition it was in
prior to the installation of the property so removed. Any property not so
removed shall be deemed to have been abandoned by Lessee and may be retained or
disposed of by the Bank or the Landlord, as applicable.
<PAGE>   4

     8.2 Lessee agrees to and shall, on the expiration or sooner termination of
the term hereof, promptly surrender and deliver the Leased Premises to Bank
without demand therefor in good condition, ordinary wear and tear and damage by
the elements, fire, or act of God, or by other cause beyond the reasonable
control of Lessee, excepted.

                                   ARTICLE 9
                                   ---------
                                  CONDEMNATION
                                  ------------

     If during the term of this Sublease the Leased Premises should be taken for
any public or quasi-public use under any law, ordinance, or regulation or by
right of eminent domain, or should be sold to the condemning authority under
threat of condemnation, this sublease shall terminate and the rent shall be
abated during the unexpired portion of this Sublease, effective as of the date
of the taking of the Leased Premises by the condemning authority. Lessee agrees
that the Bank shall have all rights to any leasehold interest in the event of
any condemnation, and Lessee hereby assigns to the Bank all of its right, title
and interest to any such award. Lessee shall, however, be entitled to claim,
prove and receive in such condemnation proceedings such award as may be allowed
for fixtures and other equipment installed by it but only if such award shall be
in addition to the award for the land and building (or portion thereof)
containing the Leased Premises.

                                   ARTICLE 10
                                   ----------
                                OPTION TO RENEW
                                ---------------

     Lessee's option to renew shall be subject to the Lease.

                                   ARTICLE 11
                                   ----------
                             DEFAULTS AND REMEDIES
                             ---------------------

     If Lessee shall allow the rent to be in arrears more than five (5) days
after written notice of such delinquency is given to Lessee, or shall remain in
default under any other condition of this Sublease for a period of thirty (30)
days after written notice from the Bank, or shall remain in default under the
terms of the Lease beyond any applicable grace period set forth therein, or
should any person other than Lessee secure possession of the Leased Premises, or
any part thereof, by reason of any receivership, bankruptcy proceedings, or
other operation of law in any manner whatsoever, the Bank may, at its option,
without notice to Lessee, terminate this Sublease or, in the alternative, the
Bank may re-enter and take possession of the Leased Premises and remove all
persons and property therefrom, without being deemed guilty of any manner of
trespass, and re-let the Leased Premises or any part thereof for all or any part
of the remainder of said term to a party satisfactory to the Bank and the
Landlord, and at such monthly rental as the Bank may with reasonable diligence
be able to secure. Should the Bank be unable to re-let, or should such monthly
rental be less than the rental Lessee was obligated to pay under this Sublease,
plus the expense of re-letting, then Lessee shall pay the amount of such
deficiency to the Bank within ten (10) days of demand therefor. The Bank shall
have no duty to mitigate damages hereunder.
<PAGE>   5

         It is expressly agreed that in the event of default by Lessee
hereunder, the Bank shall have a lien upon all goods, chattels, or personal
property of any description belonging to Lessee which are placed in, or become a
part of, the Leased Premises, as security for rent due and to become due for the
remainder of the term hereof, which lien shall not be in lieu of or in any way
affect any statutory lessor's lien given by law, but shall be cumulative
thereto; and Lessee hereby grants to the Bank a security interest in all such
personal property placed in the Leased Premises for such purposes. This shall
not prevent the sale by Lessee of any merchandise in the ordinary course of
business free of such lien of the Bank. In the event the Bank exercises the
option to terminate this Sublease, re-enter and occupy or re-let the Leased
Premises as provided in the preceding paragraph, then the Bank may take
possession of all of Lessee's property on the Leased Premises and sell the same
at public or private sale after giving Lessee reasonable notice of the time and
place of any public sale or of the time after which any private sale is to be
made, for cash or on credit, or for such prices and terms as the Bank deems
best, with or without having the property present at such sale.

     The proceeds of such sale shall be applied first to the necessary and
proper expense of removing, storing, and selling such property, then to the
payment of any rent due or to become due under this Sublease, with the balance,
if any, to be paid to Lessee.

     All rights and remedies of the Bank under this Sublease shall be
cumulative, and none shall exclude any other right or remedy at law. Such rights
and remedies may be exercised and enforced concurrently and whenever and as
often as occasion therefor arises.

                                   ARTICLE 12
                                   ----------
                                   INSPECTION
                                   ----------

     Lessee shall permit the Bank, the Landlord, and their agents to enter into
and upon the Leased Premises at all reasonable times for the purpose of
inspecting the same or for the purpose of maintaining or making repairs or
alterations to the building.

                                   ARTICLE 13
                                   ----------
                            ASSIGNMENT AND SUBLEASE
                            -----------------------

     Lessee shall not assign or convey this Sublease or any interest hereunder;
allow any transfer hereof or any lien upon the Lessee's interest by operation of
law; sublet the Leased Premises or any part thereof; or permit the use or
occupancy of the Leased Premises or any part thereof by anyone other than
Lessee.

                                   ARTICLE 14
                                   ----------
                                 MISCELLANEOUS
                                 -------------

     14.1 All notices to be given under this Sublease shall be given by
certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, addressed to the proper
party as follows:
<PAGE>   6

Bank:   FirstMerit Bank, N.A.
        106 S. Main St.
        Suite 400
        Akron, Ohio 44308
        c/o Real Estate Management

Lessee: GREAT LAKES BANK
        7001 Center Street
        Mentor, Ohio  44060

     14.2 This Sublease shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the
parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, legal
representatives, successors, and assigns when permitted hereby.

     14.3 This Sublease shall be construed under and in accordance with the laws
of the State of Ohio.

     14.4 In case any one or more of the provisions contained in this Sublease
shall for any reason be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, no other
provision hereof shall be affected thereby and this Sublease shall be construed
as if such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been contained
herein.

     14.5 This Sublease constitutes the sole and only agreement of the parties
hereto and supersedes any prior understandings or written or oral agreements
between the parties respecting the subject matter hereof.

     14.6 No amendment, modification, or alteration of the terms hereof shall be
binding unless the same shall be in writing, dated subsequent to the date
hereof, and duly executed by the parties hereto.

     14.7 The rights and remedies provided by this Sublease are cumulative and
the use of any one right or remedy by either party shall not preclude or waive
its right to use any or all other remedies. Said rights and remedies are given
in addition to any other rights the parties may have by law, statute, ordinance,
or otherwise.

     14.8 No waiver by the parties hereto of any default or breach of any term,
condition, or covenant of this Sublease shall be deemed to be a waiver of any
other breach of the same or any other term, condition or covenant contained
herein.

     14.9 In the event the Bank or Lessee breaches any of the terms of this
Sublease whereby the party not in default employs attorneys to protect or
enforce its rights hereunder and prevails, then the defaulting party agrees to
pay the other party reasonable attorneys' fees so incurred by such other party.
<PAGE>   7

     14.10 Neither the Bank nor the Lessee shall be required to perform any
term, condition, or covenant in this Sublease so long as such performance is
delayed or prevented by any acts of God, strikes, lock-outs, material or labor
restrictions by any governmental authority, civil riot, floods, or any other
cause not reasonable within the control of the Bank or the Lessee and which by
the exercise of due diligence such party is unable, in whole or in part, to
prevent or overcome.

     14.11 Time is of the essence of this Sublease.

     IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Bank and the Lessee have caused this Sublease to be
executed by their duly authorized representatives as of the day and year first
written above.

Signed and acknowledged
in the presence of:                    FirstMerit Bank, N.A.

/s/ Paula L. Branson                   By: /s/ Don Whaley
---------------------------------          -----------------------------

---------------------------------      Title: V.P.
                                              --------------------------

                                       GREAT LAKES BANK
                                       ---------------------------------
/s/ Christine Hartog                   By: /s/ Richard T. Flenner Jr.
---------------------------------          -----------------------------
/s/ Debra Noble
---------------------------------      Title: PRESIDENT
                                              --------------------------

STATE OF OHIO        )
                     ) SS:
COUNTY OF SUMMIT
          ------

     The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 15th day of
December, 1998 by __________________, the ____________ of _________________,
a _______________________________, on behalf of the ________________________.

STATE OF OHIO        )
                     ) SS:
COUNTY OF SUMMIT     )
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     The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 15th day of
December, 1998 by Don Whaley, the Vice President of FirstMerit Bank, N.A., a
national banking association, on behalf of such bank.

                                       /s/ Paula L. Branson
                                       Paula L. Branson
                                       Notary Public, State of Ohio
                                       My Commission Expires Aug. 29, 1999
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                                    CONSENT
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         The undersigned, _____________________________, being the landlord
under that certain Lease dated as of___________________, hereby consents and
approves of the Sublease of the _________________________ leased thereunder by
FirstMerit Bank, N.A. to

Signed in the presence of: ______________________________________

_________________________________      By: __________________________________

_________________________________      Title: _______________________________
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                          TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

All properties in this sale are subject to the terms and conditions outlined
herein as well as additional terms, conditions and procedures that may be
included in the Due Diligence Package (DDP), Bid Package and the Purchase and
Sale Agreement. Any amendments to the terms and conditions will be made in
writing. In the event of a conflict between this document and the Purchase and
Sale Agreement, the provisions of the Purchase and Sale Agreement shall control.

BID DEADLINE. All bids must be received by LaSalle Partners, Limited,
("LASALLE") by October 8, 1998, 5:00 PM Central Standard Time (the "Bid
Deadline"). Send all bids to:

                         LaSalle Partners Incorporated
                                 Amoco Building
                             200 E. Randolph Drive
                               Chicago, IL 60601
                         Attn: National Sealed Bid Sale

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                             (800) LASALLE Ext. 10
                       Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (CST)

BID PROCEDURES. A separate Bid Package is required to bid on each property. The
Bid Package contains the sales documents to be executed, the sealed bid envelope
for return of bid, and instructions on how to complete and return bids to
LASALLE. A Bid Package will be included in each DDP.

In order for a bid to be conforming, it must contain (a) a certified or
cashier's check ("Initial Escrow Deposit") made payable to LASALLE PARTNERS
INCORPORATED (b) a fully executed Purchase and Sale Agreement or Sublease
Agreement, with attached Exhibit A (Legal Description), Exhibit B (These Terms
and Conditions of Sale), and (c) where applicable, the Investor/Broker
Certificate, other Exhibits as appropriate, and certain documents required by
state law. Seller reserves the right to reject any bid which is considered
non-conforming.

No alteration to any of the sales documents is allowed. Any changes may cause
the Seller to consider a bid non-conforming, in which case the bid may not be
evaluated and the Initial Escrow Deposit returned. Required closing documents
are incorporated in the Purchase and Sale Agreement by reference. All required
documents must be executed in the form provided, without amendment or alteration
by bidders.

Bidders wishing to bid on more than one property must submit a separate bid for
each property. Each bid must contain the items referenced above as well as
additional items that may be contained in the Bid Package.

CONFIDENTIALITY. All information contained in the DDP and Bid Package is
confidential and is to be kept confidential by each person and entity receiving
same. By ordering a DDP or Bid Package, bidders shall be deemed to consent to
the contents of this paragraph. However, such party may disclose information
obtained from the DDP and Bid Package, on a "need to
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know" basis, to the following persons and entities provided that they first
agree to keep information confidential: (a) the employees, officers, and
directors of such party or of such party's affiliates, (b) third-parties being
utilized to perform investigations, analyze information, so as to advise bidders
with respect to bidding upon the property: or (c) third-parties providing
bidders with financing for purchase of the property. The foregoing provisions of
this paragraph requiring confidentiality shall terminate as to a party only if
and when such party itself consummates the closing of said property.

PRE-BID PROPERTY INSPECTIONS. Improved properties may be inspected on the
viewing dates outlined in the Catalog and in the DDP. All viewings of improved
properties must be conducted so as to not unreasonably interfere with the
business of the tenants, occupants or customers of any of those properties.

NON-CONFORMING OR REJECTED BIDS. Non-conforming or rejected bids will be
returned via certified mail approximately seven (7) days after the Bid Deadline
along with the Initial Escrow Deposit.

INITIAL ESCROW DEPOSIT FOR FEE SIMPLE INTERESTS. All bids submitted must include
an Initial Escrow Deposit of (a) $2,500 or 5% of the bid price, whichever is
greater, for bid amounts of up to $200,000 or (b) $10,000 or 2.5% of the bid
price, whichever is greater, for bid amounts in excess of $200,000. Initial
Escrow Deposits must be in certified or cashier's funds, properly drawn on a
U.S. banking institution, made payable to LASALLE PARTNERS INCORPORATED. Bidders
should specify on the check the specific property address on which the bid is
being made. No other method of payment is acceptable.

BID DEPOSITS FOR LEASEHOLD INTERESTS. All bids submitted to sublease must
include an Escrow Deposit of $5,000 that, in the event the bid is accepted by
FirstMerit, will be applied toward the first rent payment(s) due. Bid Deposits
must be made payable to LASALLE PARTNERS INCORPORATED.

ADDITIONAL ESCROW DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. For Fee Simple properties, within three
(3) business days of notification of acceptance of the bid, the successful
bidder must deposit sufficient additional funds ("Additional Escrow Deposit")
which, when added to the Initial Escrow Deposit, shall equal ten percent (10%)
of the successful bid price, but in no event less than the Initial Escrow
Deposit. Such Additional Escrow Deposit shall be payable to LaSalle Partners
Incorporated, and shall be paid in immediately available funds. The Initial
Escrow Deposit and Additional Escrow Deposit are collectively referred to as the
"Escrow Deposit".

EVALUATION AND AWARD OF BIDS. Seller will immediately review all bids received
by the Bid Deadline. Bids rejected as non-conforming will be returned without
further evaluation. After consideration of all bids, the Seller, in its sole and
absolute discretion, will select a successful bidder if appropriate in
accordance with these Terms & Conditions of Sale. Seller will attempt to accept,
or reject, all bids within seven (7) days after the Bid Deadline.

In the event the bid prices of any property are clustered in a competitive
range, the Seller has the option of soliciting a best and final offer ("BAFO")
from the bidders whose bids fall within such
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range. Bidders will be notified of the Seller's intent to solicit a BAFO by
phone, fax, or mail, in which case bidders will be given 48 hours to raise their
bid. BAFOs will be incorporated by written amendment to the Purchase and Sale
Agreement. Bidders may not lower BAFO bids below their original bid amount. If
no BAFO is submitted, the original bid amount will remain in full force.

NON-REVOCATION OF BIDS. Sealed bids will be deemed in force as of the Bid
Deadline and will remain in full force and effect for fifteen (15) business days
after the Bid Deadline. Bids may not be revoked or withdrawn by the bidder
during that time.

EFFECTIVE DATE OF AWARD OF BID. The "Effective Date" of the award of the bid
shall be the date that the Seller executes the Purchase and Sale Agreement.
Since time is of essence, successful bidders will be notified of the award via
fax, if possible, with executed Purchase and Sale Agreement to be sent by
overnight mail.

BACKUP OFFERS. The Seller is seeking backup offers on a limited number of
properties which are currently "in escrow". These properties are identified in
the Catalogue, DDP and/or Purchase and Sale Agreements.

SELLER RESERVATIONS. Seller reserves the right to decline any and all bids,
postpone, extend or cancel any bid deadline, and, in its sole discretion, to
add, withdraw or combine properties in the sale at any time without notice. The
Seller further reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion and
without notifying any other bidder, or giving any other bidder similar
opportunity, or re-offering the subject property, to negotiate with any bidder
the terms of the bid: to overlook minor inconsistencies or non-conformance in
any bid: to extend deadlines for any property; and to accept a bid which Seller
deems in its best interest, whether or not it is in the highest dollar amount.
Seller may require verification of funds available to close on offers prior to
acceptance of bids. The Terms and Conditions of Sale are subject to such
modifications as may be required by the laws of the State in which the property
is located.

CLOSING. After acceptance by the Seller (the "Effective Date"), the successful
bidder and the Seller shall consummate and close the purchase within forty five
(45) days, or otherwise as set forth in the Purchase and Sale Agreement. Seller
reserves the sole right to extend the Scheduled Closing Date by a period of up
to sixty (60) days. In the event bidder fails to close on the Scheduled Closing
Date for any reason except for Seller's failure to convey good title or
otherwise perform, Seller may declare bidder in default, terminate the Purchase
and Sale Agreement, retain the bidder's Escrow Deposit, and enter into a
Purchase and Sale Agreement with another bidder or bona fide prospect or
exercise any other remedies provided under the Purchase and Sale Agreement.

SUBLEASE EXECUTION. For those assets offered as leasehold interests, the
successful bidder agrees to fully execute all Sublease Agreement documents that
will be specific to each leasehold included in the Bid Package. Upon acceptance
by FirstMerit, these Agreements shall be binding and FirstMerit will retain the
Escrow Deposit and apply it toward future rent payments. Transfer of Title. The
property will be conveyed with marketable title by a Limited Warranty Deed.
Seller will provide a title free and clear except for certain permitted
exceptions
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provided for under the Purchase and Sale Agreement. Title insurance coverage
will be at bidder's sole expense. Real estate taxes will be brought current and
prorated at closing. Prorations will apply as stated in the Purchase and Sale
Agreement. All properties will be conveyed "AS IS. WHERE IS. WITH ALL FAULTS,"
regarding any conditions affecting the properties, with no representations or
warranties whatsoever express or implied.

BROKER PARTICIPATION. (A) Fee Simple Sales. A real estate commission equal to
two percent (2%) of the purchase price will be paid upon closing to any duly
licensed broker or agent whose registered prospect pays for and closes on the
purchase of a property included in the sale. (B) Sublease A fee equal to three
percent (3%) of the total annual minimum rental paid by such subtenant during
the term of the lease, excluding any renewals, will be paid upon possession to
any duly licensed broker or agent whose registered prospect executed a Sublease
Agreement and whose bid is subsequently accepted by FirstMerit.

ALL brokers representing prospects or subtenants must register in writing with
LaSalle Partners Incorporated, Amoco Building, 200 East Randolph Drive, Chicago,
Illinois 60601, Attention: National Sealed Bid Sale. Registration should be sent
on company stationary, and must be sent by certified mail, return receipt
requested, postmarked at least three (3) days prior to the Bid Deadline. Letters
must bear the signature of the prospects acknowledging representation by their
broker. No commissions will be paid on any property to brokers investing in the
purchase of a property, and an affidavit may be required stating that the broker
is acting solely as broker and not as purchaser. A broker will not be recognized
for prospects who have previously contacted the Seller or its staff, LaSalle
Partners Incorporated, or their representatives and affiliates. Brokers must
also sign an Investor/Broker certificate which will be included in the Bid
Package. The Investor/Broker Certificate must be submitted along with the
Purchase and Sale Agreement prior to the Bid Deadline. No exceptions to the
Broker Registration procedures will be allowed.

SALE LEASEBACK SALES. Select number of properties contained in the Sealed Bid
Sale are being offered with sale leaseback provisions. These properties which
are currently being occupied by the Seller will be leased by the Seller for a
predetermined term and rental rate.

AMENDMENTS. The Seller reserves the absolute right in its sole discretion to
amend these Terms and Conditions of Sale, the Purchase and Sale Agreement and
any other required sale documents or closing documents.

DISCLAIMER THE SELLER, LASALLE PARTNERS INCORPORATED, AND THEIR EMPLOYEES,
AGENTS, SUBSIDIARIES OR AFFILIATES, ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE SELLER MAY NOT HAVE
COMPLETE KNOWLEDGE OF THE PHYSICAL OR ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PROPERTIES
BEING SOLD HEREIN KNOWN AS "PROPERTY". ACCORDINGLY (EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE
SPECIFICALLY STATED IN THE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT), SELLER, LASALLE
PARTNERS INCORPORATED, AND THEIR EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUBSIDIARIES OR AFFILIATES,
HEREBY DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTY, GUARANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
ORAL OR WRITTEN, PAST, PRESENT, OR FUTURE, OF, AS TO, OR CONCERNING (A) THE
CONDITION OR STATE OF REPAIR OF THE PROPERTY, (B) THE EXTENT OF ANY
RIGHT-OF-WAY, LEASE, POSSESSION,
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LIEN, ENCUMBRANCE, EASEMENT, LICENSE, RESERVATION, OR CONDITION IN CONNECTION
WITH THE PROPERTY. (C) THE COMPLIANCE OF THE PROPERTY OR ITS OPERATION WITH ANY
APPLICABLE LAWS, ORDINANCES, OR REGULATIONS OF ANY GOVERNMENT OR OTHER BODY,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, COMPLIANCE WITH ANY LAND USE, AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT, WETLAND, OR ZONING LAW OR REGULATION, OR APPLICABLE
ENVIRONMENTAL OR COASTAL LAWS, RULES, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS: (D) TITLE TO
OR THE BOUNDARIES OF THE PROPERTY: AND (E) THE PHYSICAL CONDITION OF THE
PROPERTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE STRUCTURAL, MECHANICAL AND
ENGINEERING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PROPERTY.

The sale of the Property shall be on an "AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH ALL FAULTS,"
basis, and Purchaser expressly agrees that the Seller, LaSalle Partners
incorporated, or their employees, agents, subsidiaries or affiliates, make no
warranty or representation, express or implied, or arising by operation of law,
including, but not limited to, any warranty of condition, habitability,
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, with respect to the
Property. Purchaser is buying the Property based on its own investigations, and,
by accepting title to all or part of the Property, acknowledges that it has
conducted such investigation as it has deemed necessary or advisable and that
Purchaser is not relying upon any representations of Seller or its agents
whatsoever. The materials and information concerning the Property contained
herein, together with, Post Card, Catalogue, Due Diligence Package (DDP) and Bid
Package and any and all other information provided by the Seller, LaSalle
Partners Incorporated, their counsel and /or their employees, agents,
subsidiaries or affiliates, is based in part upon information and materials
obtained from sources deemed reliable without independent verification. Bidders
must not base their bids upon information disseminated either verbally or in the
advertisements, Post Card, Catalogue, Due Diligence Package and Bid Package such
as, but not limited to, environmental studies, repair estimates, or other
studies, proforma and financial information that may be provided by the Seller
or LaSalle Partners Incorporated, but shall rely solely on their own estimates
and studies. No warranties or representations, express or implied, are made by
either the Seller, LaSalle Partners Incorporated, and their employees and
agents, as to the accuracy or completeness of any or all such information.

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