We have not given any cash dividends to our shareholders in the last two years. In addition, we intend to retain future earnings for use in our business for the foreseeable future. The payment of cash dividends, if any, in the future is within the discretion of the Board of Directors and will depend upon our earnings, capital requirements, financial condition and other relevant factors.
NETW does not have any equity compensation plans in place. However, NETW sponsors a 401(k) profit-sharing plan that covers substantially all of its employees. The plan provides for a discretionary annual contribution, and is allocated in proportion to compensation. In addition, each participant may elect to contribute to the Plan by way of a salary deduction. An employee becomes fully vested in NETW’s contribution after 6 years and is fully vested in his own contributions immediately.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
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NETW was organized as a Texas corporation on March 15, 1983 and is registered as a broker-dealer with the SEC, the State of Texas and various other states. NETW is an introducing broker-dealer that clears all transactions with and for customers on a fully disclosed basis with a clearing broker. NETW is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”).
Management believes that the trend for smaller companies that are public is to grow through consolidation or seek investors to help fuel their growth in their market space. NETW’s management has experience in assisting smaller companies in meeting their capital needs. The inherent risk of this market space is that smaller companies could fail to compete with larger competitors and risk the failure of their business. Since these businesses are not proven in respect of size and penetration of their product, NETW may be unable to attract sufficient capital for its investment banking clients resulting in a decrease of fees generated. However, management believes that it can attract registered personnel to its firm because the market it is serving and the opportunities it provides will provide the ability to increase its sales force.
After removing the non-controlling interest income from its subsidiaries, NETW had a (loss) from operations of approximately $240,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2008, which represents an additional loss of approximately $69,000 from the same period in the prior year. This loss was primarily due to an increase in commissions payable due to a change in NETW’s product mix and an increase in trading losses due to market volatility. NETW’s management continues to seek income stabilization from consulting and investment banking fees as well as by reducing its exposure to market positions. Management believes that if NETW consummates the Reverse Merger, it will have sufficient resources to expand its marketing and to recruit experienced registered representatives and investment bankers.
On July 29, 2008, ISSI entered into a letter of intent with NETW, pursuant to which ISSI agreed to purchase one hundred percent 100% of the issued and outstanding capital stock of NETW, resulting in NETW becoming ISSI’s wholly owned subsidiary, in exchange for twenty-two million (22,000,000) shares of ISSI’s common stock, $0.001 par value, which amount shall be subject to adjustment after the completion of (a) NETW’s audited financial statements for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, and (b) a due diligence review by ISSI. No Adjustments to the number of shares of ISSI’s common stock are anticipated except as described in “Terms of the Reverse Merger” on page [7]. Pursuant to Financial Accounting Standards Board Interpretation No. 46, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities,” NETW has determined that the following entities are variable interest entities (“VIEs”): Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc., Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc, National Financial Services Group, Inc. and Shark Rivers Investors., LLC. These VIEs are not included in the Share Exchange Agreement. For more information regarding VIEs, see “Discussion and Analysis of NETW’s Operations and Financial Condition - Principles of Consolidation and Basis of Presentation” on page 16. The accompanying audited and unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for 2008 and 2007 consolidate NETW’s VIEs.
On March 12, 2009, NETW was notified by its bank that its outstanding credit line was in default. NETW was required to make certain minimum repayments of its line of credit approximating $36,000, which amount was not remitted. Management is currently in discussions with the bank regarding making the necessary payment, restructuring the terms of the credit line or obtaining a waiver for the default.
Results of NETW’s Operations:
For the Six Months ended December 31, 2008 and 2007. For the six months ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, NETW generated $2,007,975 and $1,807,343 of consolidated revenue, respectively. The increased revenue of $200,632 in 2008 represents 11.1% growth in revenue over 2007. NETW’s growth is the result of the hiring of additional registered representatives.
NETW’s consolidated operating expenses were $2,241,656 and $1,967,526 for the six months ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, an increase of $274,130 or 13.9% from the prior period, and represents 112% and 109% of revenue, respectively. The increase in NETW’s expenses is primarily due to increased administrative headcount to support the growing operations and increased commissions and office expenses.
(Loss) from operations before non-controlling interest was ($233,681) and ($160,183) for the six months ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, respectively. Income from operations attributable to the non-controlling interest in NETW’s subsidiaries was $7,851 and $9,427 in 2008 and 2007, respectively. After removing the non-controlling interest income, the (loss) from NETW operations in 2008 was ($241,532). The $71,922 increase in losses in 2008 is primarily due to the increase in commissions payable due to a change in the product mix and an increase in trading losses.
Interest expense was $78,542 and $100,023 for the six months ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, respectively, a decrease of $21,481. The decrease is due to a reduction in the amount of notes payable and a reduction in interest rates.
For the Years Ended June 30, 2008 and 2007. For the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, NETW generated $2,763,340 and $3,870,291 of consolidated revenue, respectively. The decreased revenue of $1,106,951 in 2008 represents a 28.6% decrease in revenue over 2007, which is the result of reduced revenues from underwriting activities and private placements.
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NETW’s consolidated operating expenses were $3,100,847 and $3,799,138 for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, a decrease of $698,291, or 18.4% from the prior period, and represent 112% and 98% of revenue, respectively. The decrease in NETW’s expenses is primarily due to a decrease in commissions and professional fees.
Income (loss) from operations was ($384,003) and $97,395 for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, and represents (1.39%) and 2.5% of revenue, respectively.
Interest expense was $138,225 and $127,305 for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively, an increase of $10,920 or 8.57%. The increase is due to increased interest rates on mortgages payable.
NETW’s consolidated income (loss) before non-controlling interest in subsidiaries was ($337,507) and $71,153 for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively. The income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest in subsidiaries was $46,496 and ($26,242) for 2008 and 2007, respectively.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
NETW’s primary source of liquidity is cash generated from operations and from short-term financing arrangements. NETW had $3,068 in cash as of December 31, 2008 and $39,734 in cash as of June 30, 2008. We believe NETW should have available resources to meet its liquidity requirements, including debt service, for the remainder of 2008. If NETW’s cash flow from operations is insufficient to fund its debt service and other obligations, NETW may be required to increase its borrowings, reduce or delay capital expenditures, and seek additional capital or refinance its indebtedness. There can be no assurance, however, that NETW will continue to generate cash flows at or above current levels or that it will be able to maintain its ability to borrow under revolving credit facilities.
In the upcoming year, NETW plans to finance operations with working capital and external financing. NETW believes that it will need additional funds in the near term to finance operations and meet revenue, profitability, growth, diversification and other strategic goals for the foreseeable future. In addition, NETW expects to complete the Reverse Merger with ISSI. NETW expects to be able to procure financing upon reasonable terms in order to finance operations. However, if NETW is unable to do so, or if NETW does not meet anticipated future revenue goals, NETW’s management is committed to taking actions necessary to ensure the conservation of adequate cash to continue to finance its operations.
Summary of NETW’s Significant Accounting Policies
The discussion and analysis of NETW’s financial condition and results of operations are based on NETW’s financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. While NETW’s significant accounting policies are described in more detail in Note 2 to its financial statements, NETW’s management believes the following accounting policies to be critical to the judgments and estimates used in preparation of its financial statements:
Use of Estimates: The preparation of these consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Principles of Consolidation and Basis of Presentation: In January 2003, and revised in December 2003, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Interpretation No. 46 (“FIN 46”), “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities.” Prior to the issuance of this interpretation, a company generally included another entity in its consolidated financial statements only if it controlled the entity through voting interests. FIN 46 requires a variable interest entity (“VIE”), as defined, to be consolidated by a company, if that company is subject to a majority of the risk of loss from the variable interest entity’s activities, entitled to receive a majority of the entity’s residual returns, the purpose of the entity is for the benefit of the reporting entity, or if the entity is substantially financed by the reporting entity. For these purposes, variable interests held by related parties should be consolidated with the reporting entity. NETW has determined that the following entities are VIEs: Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc., Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc, National Financial Services Group, Inc. and Shark Rivers Investors, LLC.
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Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc. provides advisory services and the in-house management of client accounts.
Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc. acts as an agent providing life and health insurance products for certain clients on behalf of the Company.
National Financial Services Group, Inc. enters into leases and to function as the guarantor for any leases or investments on behalf of the Company.
Shark Rivers Investors, LLC is a real estate investment company that owns and operates two building facilities in New Jersey.
Non-Controlling Interest in Subsidiaries: Non-Controlling interest represents one hundred percent (100%) of the equity from the four (4) variable interest entities that are beneficially-owned by the Company’s stockholders.
Revenue Recognition: Customer security transactions and the related commission income and expense are recorded as of the trade date. Investment banking revenues include gains, losses, and fees, net of syndicate expenses, arising from securities offerings in which NETW acts as an underwriter or agent. Investment banking revenues also include fees earned from providing financial advisory services. Investment banking management fees are recorded on the offering date, sales concessions on the settlement date, and underwriting fees at the time the underwriting is completed and the income is reasonably determinable. Customers who are financing their transaction on margin are charged interest. NETW’s margin requirements are in accordance with the terms and conditions mandated by its clearing firm. The interest is billed on the average daily balance of the margin account. Net dealer inventory gains result from securities transactions entered into for the account and risk of NETW. Net dealer inventory gains are recorded on a trade date basis. Investment advisory fees are account management fees for high net worth clients based on the amount of the assets under management. These fees are billed quarterly and recognized at such time that the service is performed and collection is probable.
NETW generally acts as an agent in executing customer orders to buy or sell listed and over-the-counter securities in which it does not make a market, and charges commissions based on the services it provides to its customers. In executing customer orders to buy or sell a security in which it makes a market, NETW may sell to, or purchase from, customers at a price that is substantially equal to the current inter-dealer market price plus or minus a mark-up or mark-down. NETW may also act as agent and execute a customer's purchase or sale order with another broker-dealer market-maker at the best inter-dealer market price available and charge a commission. Mark-ups, mark-downs and commissions are generally priced competitively based on the services it provides to its customers. In each instance the commission charges, mark-ups or mark-downs, are in compliance with guidelines established by the FINRA.
Marketable securities are carried at fair value, with changes in value included in the statement of income in the period of change. Fair value is generally determined by quoted market prices. Non-marketable securities are valued at fair value as determined by management.
Cash and Cash Equivalents: NETW considers all highly liquid temporary cash investments with an original maturity of three months or less when purchased, to be cash equivalents.
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Property and Equipment: Property and equipment is recorded at cost. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method based on the estimated useful lives of the related assets, which range from five to twenty years. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over the shorter of the estimated useful lives of the assets or the terms of the leases. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred; costs of major additions and betterments that extend the useful life of the asset are capitalized. When assets are retired or otherwise disposed of, the costs and related accumulated depreciation or amortization are removed from the accounts and any gain or loss on disposal is recognized.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments: Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 107, “Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments” requires that NETW disclose estimated fair values of financial instruments. The carrying amounts reported in the statement of financial position for current assets and current liabilities qualifying as financial instruments approximate fair value because of their short maturities.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets. NETW assesses the recoverability of its long lived assets, including property and equipment when there are indications that the assets might be impaired. When evaluating assets for potential impairment, NETW first compares the carrying amount of the asset to the asset’s estimated future cash flows (undiscounted and without interest charges). If the estimated future cash flows used in this analysis are less than the carrying amount of the asset, an impairment loss calculation is prepared. The impairment loss calculation compares the carrying amount of the asset to the asset’s estimated future cash flows (discounted and with interest charges). If the carrying amount exceeds the asset’s estimated futures cash flows (discounted and with interest charges), the loss is allocated to the long-lived assets of the group on a pro rata basis using the relative carrying amounts of those assets.
Concentrations of Credit Risk. NETW is engaged in trading and providing a broad range of securities brokerage and investment services to a diverse group of retail and institutional clientele, as well as corporate finance and investment banking services to corporations and businesses. Counterparties to NETW’s business activities include broker-dealers and clearing organizations, banks and other financial institutions. NETW uses clearing brokers to process transactions and maintain customer accounts on a fee basis for NETW. NETW uses one clearing broker for substantially all of its business. NETW permits the clearing firms to extend credit to its clientele secured by cash and securities in the client’s account. NETW’s exposure to credit risk associated with the non-performance by its customers and counterparties in fulfilling their contractual obligations can be directly impacted by volatile or illiquid trading markets, which may impair the ability of customers and counterparties to satisfy their obligations to NETW. NETW has agreed to indemnify the clearing brokers for losses they incur while extending credit to NETW’s clients. It is NETW’s policy to review, as necessary, the credit standing of its customers and each counterparty. Amounts due from customers that are considered uncollectible by the clearing broker are charged back to NETW by the clearing broker when such amounts become determinable. Upon notification of a charge back, such amounts, in total or in part, are then either (i) collected from the customers, (ii) charged to the broker initiating the transaction and included in other receivables in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet, and/or (iii) charged as an expense in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations, based on the particular facts and circumstances. NETW maintains cash with major financial institutions. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) insures up to $100,000 at each institution and after October 3, 2008 up to $250,000 are insured by the FDIC at each institution. At times such amounts may exceed the FDIC limits.
Advances to Registered Representatives. NETW extends unsecured credit in the normal course of business to its registered representatives. The determination of the amount of uncollectible accounts is based on the amount of credit extended and the length of time each receivable has been outstanding, as it relates to each individual registered representative. The allowance for uncollectible amounts reflects the amount of loss that can be reasonably estimated by management and is included as part of operating expenses in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.
Advertising Costs. Advertising costs are expensed as incurred.
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Income Taxes. NETW accounts for income taxes under the provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes” (“SFAS No. 109”). SFAS No. 109 requires the recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for both the expected impact of differences between the financial statements and tax basis of assets and liabilities and for the expected future tax benefit to be derived from tax loss and tax credit carry forwards. SFAS No. 109 additionally requires the establishment of a valuation allowance to reflect the likelihood of realization of deferred tax assets.
Effect of recently issued accounting standards: In June 2006, the FASB issued Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes - An Interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109” (“FIN 48”). FIN 48 clarifies the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes recognized in an enterprise’s financial statements in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes”. This Interpretation prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. This Interpretation also provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, disclosure, and transition. NETW adopted the provisions of Fin 48 effective July 1, 2007, the adoption of the provisions of FIN 48 did not have a material impact on NETW's consolidated financial position and results of operations.
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
There were no changes in accounting principles or disagreements with our auditors regarding applications of any accounting principles during the fiscal years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
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ACTION 2 – AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
We have determined to amend our Articles of Incorporation. The original Articles of Incorporation were filed on March 4, 1998 and were amended on December 4, 1998.
Section 228(a) of the Delaware GCL eliminates the need for a meeting of the stockholders to approve the amendments contained in the Amended Articles of Incorporation. Section 228(a) provides that, unless otherwise provided in the articles of incorporation, any action required or permitted to be taken at a meeting of the stockholders may be taken without a meeting, without prior notice and without a vote, if, a written consent thereto is signed by stockholders holding at least a majority of the voting power. According to Section 242 of the GCL, a majority of the outstanding shares of common stock entitled to vote on the matter is required in order to amend our Articles of Incorporation. In order to eliminate the costs and time involved in the holding of a special meeting, we decided to obtain the written consent of the holders of a majority of the outstanding common stock of ISSI.
The form of Certificate of Amendment containing a copy of the Amended Articles of Incorporation is attached to this Information Statement as Appendix E. The substantive amendment is as follows:
Name Change
As described above, we will be acquiring NETW in a reverse merger. Accordingly, management believes that the name “Network 1 Financial Group, Inc.” will better reflect our new business operations.
Dissenters’ Rights
Under Delaware law, dissenting stockholders are not entitled to appraisal rights with respect to the proposed Amended Articles of Incorporation.
Preemptive Rights
Existing holders of our common stock do not have preemptive rights with respect to the Amended Articles of Incorporation.
Federal Income Tax Consequences
The Board of Directors believes that the federal income tax consequences to stockholders of amending and restating the Articles of Incorporation are as follows: (i) no gain or loss will be recognized by a stockholder upon the effective date of the amendments to the Articles of Incorporation; (ii) the aggregate tax basis of shares of the common stock will not be affected; and (iii) the holding period of the common stock after the amendments to the Articles of Incorporation will remain the same as the holding period prior to such amendments.
The Board of Directors’ beliefs regarding the tax consequence of the amendments to the Articles of Incorporation are not binding upon the Internal Revenue Service or the courts, and there can be no assurance that the Internal Revenue Service or the courts will accept the positions expressed above. The foregoing summary is included for general information only. Accordingly, stockholders are urged to consult their own tax advisors with respect to the Federal, State and local tax consequences of the amendment to the Articles of Incorporation.
Procedure for Amending the Articles of incorporation
We will file a Certificate of Amendment to our Articles of Incorporation with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware to amend our existing Articles of Incorporation on or after [20 DAYS AFTER MAILING OF INFORMATION STATEMENT], 2009, twenty (20) days following mailing of this Information Statement to the stockholders. The Amended Articles of Incorporation will become effective upon filing the Certificate of Amendment, which is referred to as the “Effective Date.”
Beginning on the Effective Date, each certificate representing pre-amendment shares will be deemed for all corporate purposes to evidence ownership of post-amendment shares. The form of Certificate of Amendment containing a copy of the Amended Articles of Incorporation is set forth in Appendix E to this Information Statement (subject to modification to include such changes as may be required by the office of the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware and as the Board of Directors deems necessary and advisable to effect the amendments described above).
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WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
We are subject to the information and reporting requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and in accordance with this act, we file periodic reports, documents and other information with the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to our business, financial statements and other matters. These reports and other information may be inspected and are available for copying at the offices of the Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, DC 20549. Our SEC filings are also available to the public from the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
INCORPORATION OF FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Our Annual Report on Form 10-K dated December 31, 2008 as filed with the SEC on January 26, 2009, is incorporated in its entirety by reference into this Information Statement.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ RECOMMENDATIONS AND STOCKHOLDER APPROVAL
In January 2009, our board of directors considered and unanimously recommended the proposed actions for a vote of the stockholders. The affirmative consent of the holders of a majority of ISSI’s issued and outstanding shares of common stock was required to approve each of the actions described in this Information Statement in the absence of a meeting of stockholders. The requisite stockholder approval was obtained by the execution of written consents in favor of the described actions by the holders of a majority of our outstanding shares of common stock without the need to solicit votes, allowing ISSI to take the proposed action on or about [20 DAYS AFTER MAILING OF INFORMATION STATEMENT], 2009.
The information contained in this Information Statement constitutes the only notice any stockholder will be provided as the requisite stockholder vote for each of the actions described in this Information Statement was obtained upon the delivery of written consents from the holders of a majority of our outstanding shares of common stock.
WE ARE NOT ASKING YOU FOR A PROXY AND YOU ARE REQUESTED NOT TO SEND US A PROXY. This Information Statement is for informational purposes only. Please read this Information Statement carefully.
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APPENDIX A
FORM OF
STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT
by and between
INTERNATIONAL SMART SOURCING, INC.
(as Purchaser)
and
NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES INC.
AND
THE SELLING STOCKHOLDERS
(as Sellers)
dated as of
February ____, 2009
STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT
AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) dated as of February [___], 2009 between Network 1 Financial Securities Inc., a Texas Corporation with a principal place of business located at The Galleria Penthouse, Bridge Avenue, Building 2, Red Bank, New Jersey 07701 (the “Company”), and the selling stockholders listed as signatories hereto (the “Selling Stockholders”) (the Company and the Selling Stockholders are collectively referred to herein as the “Sellers”) and International Smart Sourcing, Inc. (“Purchaser”), a Delaware corporation with a principal place of business located at 320 Broad Hollow Road, Farmingdale, New York 11735, regarding the sale and purchase of one hundred percent (100%) of the common stock of the Company.
WHEREAS the Sellers are the owners of one hundred percent (100% of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock of the Company; and
WHEREAS the Sellers wish to sell and the Purchaser wishes to purchase the shares of common stock on the terms and conditions set forth below;
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration and in consideration of the mutual covenants set forth herein, it is agreed as follows:
Section I: Definitions
“Closing” means the closing of this Agreement pursuant to the conditions set forth in Section III below.
“Lien” means any mortgage, deed or trust, pledge, hypothecation, security interest, encumbrance, claim, lien, lease, or charge of any kind.
“Regulatory Authority” means any U.S. or foreign, federal, state, provincial, or local government or governmental, regulatory, or administrative authority, agency, or commission, or any court, tribunal, or judicial or arbitral body, self-regulatory organization, or stock exchange.
“Stock” means one hundred percent (100%) of the shares of Class A and Class B common stock in the Company, and all rights and privileges pertaining thereto.
Section II: Purchase and Sale of Stock
Subject to the terms and conditions contained herein, on the Closing Date (as defined in Section III below) the Sellers shall sell, convey, assign, transfer, and deliver to the Purchaser, and the Purchaser shall purchase, acquire, and accept from the Sellers, all of Sellers’s right, total, and interest in and to the Stock, free and clear of all Liens in exchange for [TWENTY TWO MILLION (22,000,000)] shares of common stock, $0.001 par value, of the Purchaser (“Purchase Price”). At the Closing of the Transaction, the Purchaser shall cause its transfer agent to issue the securities comprising the Purchase Price to the Sellers and the Company shall thereupon become a [majority-owned] subsidiary of the Purchaser.
Section III: Closing Date, Conditions, and Mechanics
A. Closing Date. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the sale and purchase of the Stock of the Company shall take place at [10:00 a.m.], New York City time at [ ]. The Closing shall be accomplished by mail and telephone. The Closing shall occur upon the satisfaction of all applicable conditions pursuant to this Agreement and any amendment thereto duly executed by both parties or at such other time as the Sellers and the Purchaser may mutually agree upon in writing (the day on which the Closing occurs being the “Closing Date”). Facsimile signatures or scanned and emailed signatures will be deemed to be acceptable to close.
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B. Mutual Conditions. At or prior to the Closing Date, the following conditions shall have been satisfied or waived by all of the parties hereto:
(i) All consents, approvals, authorizations, or other actions by, or filing with or notification to, any Regulatory Authority, including any self-regulatory organization, that is required to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby shall have been obtained and/or made; provided, however, that if the Company reasonably believes that it has complied with the elements of Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) Rule 1017 after the 30-day notification period, it may elect to close. Such decision shall be at the sole discretion of the Company.
C. Sellers’ Conditions. At or prior to the Closing Date, the following conditions shall have been satisfied or waived by the Sellers:
(i) The representations and warranties of the Purchaser contained herein shall be true and correct in all material respects.
(ii) Any covenants or undertakings of the Purchaser required to be performed at or prior to the Closing Date shall have been satisfied in all material respects.
(iii) The Purchaser shall have deposited with its transfer agent securities comprising the Purchase Price.
D. Purchaser Conditions. At or prior to the Closing Date, the following conditions shall have been satisfied or waived by the Purchaser:
(i) The representations and warranties of Sellers contained herein shall be true and correct in all material respects, which representations and warranties shall survive the Closing as provided herein.
(ii) Any covenants or undertakings of the Sellers required to be performed at or prior to the Closing Date shall have been satisfied in all material respects, including without limitation, demonstrating that all renewals have been made, all regulatory permits, licenses, and bonding requirements are up-to-date, and all assessments related thereto have been duly paid, and evidence to that effect as reasonably requested by Purchaser has been provided by Sellers.
(iii) Sellers shall have provided Purchaser with current financial statements through December 31, 2008 prior to the Closing Date and Sellers further shall have provided Purchaser with all requested due diligence information, a copy of which is reproduced at Exhibit A, and the results of such due diligence investigation shall have been satisfactory to the Purchaser in its sole discretion.
(iv) Sellers shall provide to Purchaser at Closing certificates of common stock or affidavits of lost certificates of the Selling Stockholders constituting not less than ninety five percent (95%) of the issued and outstanding common stock of the Company.
E. Closing Mechanics.
(i) On the Closing Date, the Sellers shall convey the Stock of the Company (for the avoidance of doubt, such common stock constituting one hundred percent (100%) of the issued and outstanding common stock of the Company) to the Purchaser, and the Purchaser shall cause its transfer agent to issue an aggregate of twenty two million (22,000,000) shares of its common stock to the Sellers.
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(ii) In the event that the Selling Stockholders present certificates of common stock or affidavits of lost certificates of the Selling Stockholders constituting less than one hundred percent (100%) but more than ninety five percent (95%) of the issued and outstanding stock of the Company, the amount of shares of the Purchaser tendered to the Selling Stockholders shall be reduced pro rata.
Section IV: Sellers’ Obligations
(i) Prior to the Closing Date, the Company will file with FINRA all required documentation to obtain approval by FINRA for the sale of [one hundred percent (100%)] of the Company. On the Closing Date the Purchaser, with the Sellers’ assistance as necessary, will immediately prepare and file an amended Form BD with FINRA, any other applicable Regulatory Authority, and any required state(s), indicating the change in ownership of Company and listing the officers and directors; including appropriate disclosure of the resignation of the present licensed persons from association with the Company upon satisfaction of the conditions by the Company of FINRA Rule 1017, unless the present owner and/or licensed person(s) have agreed to stay with the Company after the change in ownership has occurred.
(ii) The Sellers agree to cooperate with the Purchaser in the filing of all necessary documents with any Regulatory Authority.
Section V: Representations
A. Sellers’ Representations
The Sellers represent and warrant to the Purchaser the following on the date hereof, which representations shall continue to be true on the Closing Date and shall survive indefinitely:
| 1. | | The Company is a corporation, duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of Texas, has all the requisite corporate power and authority to own and operate its properties and to carry on business as now being conducted or has been conducted in the past and is qualified to do business and is in good standing as a foreign corporation in each state or other jurisdiction in which the nature of its properties, assets or business require such qualification and in which, the failure to so qualify could have a material adverse effect on its business. |
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| 2. | | On the Closing Date, the Company will have only the assets that are listed on Appendix 1 and the debts and other liabilities that are listed in Appendix 2, which appendices are attached to this Agreement. |
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| 3. | | All officers of the Company will continue in their current management roles, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by both parties. |
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| 4. | | The Company is duly licensed and in good standing as a broker-dealer with (i) the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “1934 Act”); (ii) FINRA; (iii) 41 US states and territories, as listed in the Company’s Central Registration Depository (“CRD”) report with FINRA, (iv) the Over the Counter Bulletin Board, and (v) the Securities Industry Protection Corporation (“SIPC”). The Company has all permits, licenses and authorizations required by any Regulatory Authority or agency for the conduct of its current business. The Sellers represent that all tax filings are up to date. |
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| 5. | | The Company, on the Closing Date, will be operating in full compliance with laws and the rules and regulations of the Regulatory Authorities having jurisdiction. |
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| 6. | | The Stock will be free and clear of any and all liens, pledges, and encumbrances. There are no other issuances or classes of equity or equity equivalents issued or to be issued, except for an aggregate of 215,000 issued and outstanding shares of non-voting preferred stock. There shall be no liabilities in the Company except as detailed and/or provided in Appendix 2 and any liabilities so noted will remain with the Sellers. |
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| 7. | | There are no legal actions pending or, to the knowledge of the Sellers, threatened against the Sellers which relate to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby or which, individually or in the aggregate, would adversely affect the Sellers’ ability to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby. |
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| 8. | | There are no arbitration awards, disciplinary, financial and/or regulatory events in which the Company is involved, other than those already disclosed in the FINRA CRD report. |
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| 9. | | To the knowledge of the Sellers, there are no arbitration awards, disciplinary, financial and/or regulatory events threatened against the Sellers. |
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| 10. | | During the period from the date of this Agreement and continuing until the earlier of the Closing or the termination of this Agreement, the Sellers shall continue to operate and/or maintain their ongoing business and operations in the ordinary course and consistent with past practice and shall not, without the approval of the Purchaser, enter into any material transaction or assume any liability that is inconsistent with past practice, take any action that would cause any of the representations and warranties to become inaccurate in any material respect as of the date of Closing, permit any business permits (including all regulatory licenses such as, without limitation, compliance with net capital requirements) to lapse, or enter into any material settlement or release of any lawsuit, action, or claim, judicial, or other regulatory or legal proceeding, except as in Appendix 2 to this Agreement, or, enter into any agreement to acquire any other entity or substantially all of the assets of any other entity. |
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| 11. | | The Sellers, and each of them, have the capacity and legal authority to enter into this Agreement and to effect the undertakings herein. |
B. Purchaser’s Representations
The Purchaser represents and warrants to the Sellers the following on the date hereof, which representations shall continue to be true on the Closing Date and shall survive indefinitely:
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| 1. | | The Purchaser is a corporation, duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of Delaware, has all the requisite corporate power and authority to own and operate its properties and to carry on business as now being conducted or has conducted in the past and is qualified to do business and is in good standing as a foreign company in each state or other jurisdiction in which the nature of its properties, assets or business require such qualification and in which, the failure to so qualify could have a material adverse effect on its business. |
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| 2. | | During the period from the date of this Agreement and continuing until the earlier of the Closing or the termination of this Agreement, the Purchaser shall not enter into any discussions and/or negotiations pertaining to the acquisition of any entity which would result in the issuance of more than 5% of the Purchaser’s capital stock. |
Section VI: Indemnification
The Sellers shall indemnify and hold harmless the Purchaser with respect to all claims, losses, actions, expenses, errors and/or omissions occurring prior to the final approval of the FINRA and change in ownership. This indemnification shall include, without limitation, any claim, debt, or liability whatsoever asserted against the Stock that arose prior to the Closing Date, as well as any claim, debt or liability whatsoever asserted by Harrow House Growth Fund that may arise after the Closing Date, and shall include the Purchaser’s costs and attorney’s fees in defending any such claim.
Section VII: Notices
Any notices, demands, consent or other communications if sent by overnight courier service, shall be given one business day to return communication by way of overnight courier service or by facsimile, in each case, addressed to the party as provided below:
| If to Purchaser at: | | 320 Broad Hollow Road |
| | | Farmingdale, NY 11735 |
| | | Attn: David R.E. Hale, Chairman |
| | | Fax No.: (631) 752-6907 |
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| With a copy to: | | Gersten Savage LLP |
| | | 600 Lexington Avenue |
| | | 9th Floor |
| | | New York, New York 10022 |
| | | Attn: Kristin J. Angelino, Esq. |
| | | Fax No.: (212) 980-5192 |
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| If to Sellers at: | | Network 1 Financial Securities Inc. |
| | | The Galleria Penthouse |
| | | 2 Bridge Avenue Building 2 |
| | | Red Bank, NJ 07701 |
| | | Attn: William R. Hunt, President |
| | | Fax No.: (___) __________ |
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Section VIII: Miscellaneous
A. Headings. The headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not affect in any way the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement.
B. Severability. If any term or other provision of this Agreement is invalid, illegal or incapable of being enforced by any applicable law or public policy, all other conditions and provisions of this Agreement shall nevertheless remain in full force and effect.
C. Further Assurances. Each party shall do and perform, or cause to be done and performed, all such further acts and things, and shall execute and deliver all such other agreements, certificates, instruments and documents, as the other party may reasonably request in order to carry out the intent and accomplish the purposes of this Agreement and the consummation of the transaction(s) contemplated hereby.
D. Expenses. The parties agree that each party will bear its own expenses.
E. Waiver. The failure or delay of any party hereto to enforce at any time any of the provisions of this Agreement shall in no way be construed as a waiver of any such provision, nor in any way to affect the validity or this Agreement or any part hereof or the right of such party thereafter to enforce each and every such provision. No waiver of any breach of or non-compliance with this Agreement shall be held to be a waiver of any other or subsequent breach or non-compliance. All remedies, either under this Agreement or by law or otherwise afforded, will be cumulative and not alternative.
F. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and undertakings, both written and oral, between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof.
G. Third-Party Beneficiaries; Assignment. This Agreement is for the sole benefit of the parties hereto and their permitted assigns and nothing herein (except as elsewhere expressly provided in this Agreement), express or implied, is intended to or shall confer upon any other person or entity any legal or equitable right, benefit or remedy of any nature whatsoever under or by reason of this Agreement. No party may assign any of its rights or obligations hereunder except with the consent of all of the other parties hereto; provided, however that the Purchaser may assign its rights to an affiliated or otherwise commonly controlled entity without the Sellers’ consent.
H. Amendment. This Agreement may not be amended or modified except by an instrument in writing signed by the parties hereto.
I. Governing Law; Submission to Jurisdiction. THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE GOVERNED BY, AND CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CHOICE OF LAW PRINCIPLES. Any controversy, claim or dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the interpretation or breach thereof, or any dispute between any of the parties hereto relating to this Agreement shall be settled by arbitration through the FINRA pursuant to its Code of Arbitration Procedure, and shall be heard by three arbitrators in the Borough of Manhattan, the City of New York, the State of New York, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
J. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, and by the different parties hereto in separate counterparts, each of which when executed shall be deemed to be an original but all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same agreement. Delivery of an executed counterpart of a signature page to this Agreement by facsimile or scanned and transmitted via electronic mail shall be effective as delivery of a manually executed counterpart of this Agreement.
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K. Construction of Agreement. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or other rule requiring construction against the party causing this Agreement to be drafted.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first indicated above.
PURCHASER: | |
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INTERNATIONAL SMART SOURCING, INC. | |
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By: | | |
Name: | David R.E. Hale | |
Title: | Chairman | |
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SELLERS: | |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES INC. | |
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By: | | |
Name: | William R. Hunt, Jr. | |
Title: | President | |
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WILLIAM R. HUNT, JR. | |
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RICHARD W. HUNT | |
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ESTATE OF HARRY REMMER | |
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HARROW HOUSE GROWTH FUND | |
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By: | | |
Name: | | |
Title: | | |
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RICHARD ECKHOFF | |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL ADVISORS INC. | |
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By: | | |
Name: | | |
Title: | | |
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DAMON D. TESTAVERDE | |
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GARY J. PETRANTIS | |
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MICHAEL SMITH | |
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APPENDIX 1
There are no assets to be included as part of the sale of Stock under the Agreement. The parties agree that the only assets in the business as of the date of the Agreement are as follows:
1. All cash contained in the Company’s bank account, which amount may increase or decrease from time to time.
2. The Company’s regulatory capital, which is [$____], as of the date of the most recent FOCUS report, which amount may increase or decrease from time to time.
The parties agree that all assets enumerated on this Appendix 1 are the property of the Sellers and the Purchaser disclaims all rights to such assets unless otherwise agreed to in writing by the parties.
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APPENDIX 2
The Sellers stipulate that the only liabilities existing as of the date of the Agreement are listed below and are the responsibility of the Sellers:
[____________________________]
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Exhibit A
1. | | Certificate of Incorporation, and all amendments thereto, as well as current Certificate of Good Standing for state of incorporation and authorizations to do business in any foreign state. |
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2. | | By-Laws and minutes of meetings, or actions by written consent in lieu of a meeting, of Board of Directors and Shareholders. |
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3. | | Form BD and all amendments thereto. |
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4. | | Original Restriction Letter/Membership Agreement from FINRA (or other applicable SRO), and all amendments thereto. |
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5. | | Fidelity Bond, with verification that premium payments are current. |
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6. | | Copies of SEC, FINRA and state statements, notices of registrations, and other material reports or filings, within the past 5 years, if an active broker dealer, 3 years if a semi-active or shell broker dealer. |
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7. | | Copies of all audit, examination, or inspection reports by the SEC, FINRA, and applicable states, during the past 5 years (or from the existence of the firm if less than 5 years). |
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8. | | FINRA and state correspondence indicating that all fees have been paid and that broker/dealer is currently in good standing. (Equivalent for SEC that BD is not deemed to be inactive.) |
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9. | | Evidence of broker/dealer’s FINS number. |
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10. | | Copy of broker/dealer’s confirmation of registration in the Lost and Stolen Securities Program with Securities Information Center, if applicable. |
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11. | | Copy of customer account information form. |
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12. | | All documents referring or relating to any investigation provided to the firm by the SEC, FINRA, state, or any other governmental agency involving the broker/dealer, during the past five years (or from the existence of the firm if less than 5 years). |
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13. | | All documents referring or relating to arbitrations, administrative proceedings, or litigation involving the broker/dealer. |
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14. | | Annual audited financial statements submitted by broker/dealer pursuant to SEC Rule 17a-5 for the last three fiscal years. |
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15. | | Name and contact information for Auditor. |
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16. | | Latest FOCUS Reports: Part I, Part IIA, year-end for the last three years. |
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17. | | Latest trial balance. |
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18. | | Corporate federal, state and local income tax returns for last three fiscal years. |
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19. | | All material contracts to which broker/dealer or its owners are a party. |
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20. | | Written Supervisory Procedures Manual. |
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21. | | Clearing Agreement, if applicable. |
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22. | | Business Continuity Plan. |
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23. | | AML Plan. |
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APPENDIX B
NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(UNAUDITED)
For the Six Months December 31, 2008
NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONTENTS |
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | |
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet (Unaudited) | B - 2 – B - 4 |
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) | B - 5 |
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity (Unaudited) | B - 6 |
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) | B - 7 – B - 8 |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED | |
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | B - 9 – B - 14 |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET |
(Unaudited) |
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December 31, 2008 |
ASSETS |
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Cash | $ | 3,068 | | | |
Due from clearing organization | | 752,918 | | | |
Advances to officers | | 404,176 | | | |
Due from affiliates | | 13,830 | | | |
Advances to registered representatives, net of reserve | | | | | |
for uncollectible accounts of $90,100 | | 48,181 | | | |
Securities held for resale, at market | | 8,255 | | | |
Property and equipment, net | | 1,058,805 | | | |
Other assets | | 60,255 | | | |
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TOTAL ASSETS | | | | $ | 2,349,488 |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET, Continued |
(Unaudited) |
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December 31, 2008 |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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LIABILITIES | | | | | |
Line of credit | $ | 93,000 | | | |
Mortgage payable | | 787,023 | | | |
Notes payable | | 150,448 | | | |
Due to affiliates | | 4,700 | | | |
Advances from officer | | 141,357 | | | |
Commissions payable | | 10,618 | | | |
Securities sold, but not yet purchased, at market | | 2,688 | | | |
Capital leases payable | | 16,254 | | | |
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities | | 301,280 | | | |
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TOTAL LIABILITIES | | | | $ | 1,507,368 |
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COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES | | | | | |
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NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST IN SUBSIDIARIES | | | | $ | 422,983 |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET, Continued |
(Unaudited) |
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December 31, 2008 |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY, Continued |
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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | | | | | | |
Controlling Interest: | | | | | | |
Series A Preferred stock, $1.00 par value, 8% coupon; | | | | | | |
1,000,000 shares authorized; 215,000 shares issued | | | | | | |
and 85,000 outstanding | $ | 85,000 | | | | |
Series B Preferred stock, $1.00 par value; | | | | | | |
4,000,000 shares authorized; none issued and | | | | | | |
outstanding | | -- | | | | |
Common stock, Class A $.01 par value; | | | | | | |
10,000,000 shares authorized; 1,593,930 shares | | | | | | |
issued and 1,091,430 outstanding | | 15,939 | | | | |
Common stock, Class B $.01 par value, non voting; | | | | | | |
2,000,000 shares authorized; 150,878 shares | | | | | | |
issued 140,528 shares outstanding | | 1,509 | | | | |
Common stock, Class C $.01 par value; | | | | | | |
3,000,000 shares authorized; none issued and | | | | | | |
outstanding | | -- | | | | |
Additional paid-in capital | | 553,612 | | | | |
Treasury stock at cost; Class A 502,500 shares and | | | | | | |
Class B 10,350 shares | | (5,129 | ) | | | |
Accumulated earnings | | (231,794 | ) | | | |
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TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | | | | | $ | 419,137 |
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND | | | | | | |
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | | | | | $ | 2,349,488 |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS |
(Unaudited) |
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For the Six Months Ended December 31, 2008 and 2007 |
| 2008 | | 2007 |
Commissions | $ | 808,486 | | | $ | 1,337,179 | |
Net dealer inventory gains | | 53,292 | | | | 163,733 | |
Investment banking | | -- | | | | 4,000 | |
Interest and dividends | | 39,207 | | | | 57,372 | |
Transfer fees and clearing services | | 16,741 | | | | 24,581 | |
Investment advisory | | 1,009,061 | | | | 97,593 | |
Other | | 81,188 | | | | 122,885 | |
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Revenues | $ | 2,007,975 | | | $ | 1,807,343 | |
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OPERATING EXPENSES | | | | | | | |
Commissions | | 1,206,617 | | | | 811,499 | |
Compensation and related expenses | | 317,549 | | | | 419,228 | |
Clearing fees | | 105,125 | | | | 128,247 | |
Communications and data processing | | 95,844 | | | | 145,908 | |
Interest | | 78,542 | | | | 100,023 | |
Occupancy and related expenses | | 99,498 | | | | 111,928 | |
Office expenses | | 257,064 | | | | 186,752 | |
Professional fees | | 63,153 | | | | 48,201 | |
Depreciation | | 18,264 | | | | 15,740 | |
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TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES | | 2,241,656 | | | | 1,967,526 | |
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LOSS BEFORE NON-CONTROLLING | | | | | | | |
INTEREST | | (233,681 | ) | | | (160,183 | ) |
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LESS: NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE | | | | | | | |
TO NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST | | | | | | | |
IN SUBSIDIARIES | | 7,851 | | | | 9,427 | |
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NET LOSS | | (241,532 | ) | | | (169,610 | ) |
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PREFERRED STOCK DIVIDENDS | | -- | | | | 3,400 | |
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NET LOSS ATTRIBUTABLE TO COMMON | | | | | | | |
STOCKHOLDERS | $ | (241,532 | ) | | $ | (173,010 | ) |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY |
(Unaudited) |
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For the Six Months Ended December 31, 2008 |
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| | | | | | | Class A | | Class B | | Additional | | Treasury | | Earnings | | | | |
| | Preferred Stock | | Common Stock | | Common Stock | | Paid-In | | Stock, | | (Accumulated | | | | |
| | Shares | | Amount | | Shares | | Amount | | Shares | | Amount | | Capital | | At Cost | | Deficit) | | Total |
BALANCE - July 1, 2008 | | 85,000 | | $ | 85,000 | | 1,593,930 | | $ | 15,939 | | 150,878 | | $ | 1,509 | | $ | 553,612 | | $ | (5,129 | ) | | $ | 9,738 | | | $ | 660,669 | |
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Net loss | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | | (241,532 | ) | | | (241,532 | ) |
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BALANCE - December 31, 2008 | | 85,000 | | $ | 85,000 | | 1,593,930 | | $ | 15,939 | | 150,878 | | $ | 1,509 | | $ | 553,612 | | $ | (5,129 | ) | | $ | (231,794 | ) | | $ | 419,137 | |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS |
(Unaudited) |
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For the Six Months Ended December 31, 2008 and 2007 |
| 2008 | | 2007 |
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES | | | | | | | |
Net loss | $ | (241,532 | ) | | $ | (169,610 | ) |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash | | | | | | | |
used in operating activities: | | | | | | | |
Depreciation | | 18,264 | | | | 15,740 | |
Provision for doubtful accounts | | 100 | | | | -- | |
Net income of non-controlling interest in | | | | | | | |
subsidiaries | | 7,851 | | | | 9,427 | |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | | | | | | | |
Due from clearing organization | | 997 | | | | (3,549 | ) |
Advances to/from registered representatives | | 300 | | | | 18,000 | |
Securities held for resale, at market | | 49,252 | | | | 81,851 | |
Other assets | | (3 | ) | | | 6,068 | |
Commissions payable | | (46,902 | ) | | | (25,291 | ) |
Securities sold, but not yet purchased, at market | | (3,204 | ) | | | 2,565 | |
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other | | | | | | | |
liabilities | | 74,916 | | | | 13,330 | |
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TOTAL ADJUSTMENTS | | 101,571 | | | | 118,141 | |
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NET CASH USED IN OPERATING | | | | | | | |
ACTIVITIES | | (139,961 | ) | | | (51,469 | ) |
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CASH FLOWS USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES | | | | | | | |
Capitalization of building improvements | $ | -- | | | $ | (10,364 | ) |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF |
CASH FLOWS, Continued |
(Unaudited) |
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For the Six Months Ended December 31, 2008 and 2007 |
| 2008 | | 2007 |
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES | | | | | | | |
Advances to affiliated company | $ | (64 | ) | | $ | (552 | ) |
Advances from affiliated company | | 3,500 | | | | -- | |
Advances to officers | | (20,164 | ) | | | (55,466 | ) |
Advances repaid from officers | | 34,000 | | | | 3,900 | |
Advances from officer | | -- | | | | 92,189 | |
Proceeds from note payable | | 100,000 | | | | -- | |
Cash contribution from stockholder of Shark | | | | | | | |
Rivers Investors, LLC | | 16,628 | | | | -- | |
Repayment of notes payable | | (17,000 | ) | | | (41,477 | ) |
Repayment of mortgage payable | | (10,374 | ) | | | (10,405 | ) |
Preferred dividends paid | | -- | | | | (3,400 | ) |
Repayment of capital lease | | (3,231 | ) | | | (1,307 | ) |
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NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN) | | | | | | | |
FINANCING ACTIVITIES | | 103,295 | | | | (16,518 | ) |
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NET DECREASE IN CASH | | (36,666 | ) | | | (78,351 | ) |
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CASH - Beginning of year | | 39,734 | | | | 203,338 | |
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CASH - End of year | $ | 3,068 | | | $ | 124,987 | |
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION | | | | | |
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Cash paid during year: | | | | | | | |
Interest | $ | 58,547 | | | $ | 61,645 | |
Income taxes | $ | -- | | | $ | 3,480 | |
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NON CASH INVESTING AND | | | | | |
FINANCING ACTIVITIES | | | | | | | |
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Conversion of accrued NASD settlement to notes payable | $ | -- | | | $ | 125,000 | |
Acquisition of office equipment under a capital lease | $ | -- | | | $ | 22,570 | |
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NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED |
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
NOTE 1 - Organization
Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. (the “Company") was organized as a Texas corporation on March 15, 1983 and is registered as a broker-dealer with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the State of Texas and various other states. The Company is an introducing broker-dealer that clears all transactions with and for customers on a fully disclosed basis with a clearing broker. The Company is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for 2008 and 2007 consolidate, the following variable interest entities: Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc, Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc., National Financial Services Group, Inc. and Shark Rivers Investors, LLC.
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for interim financial information. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements. In the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring accruals) considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. The results of operations for the six month period ended December 31, 2008 and 2007 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the year ended June 30, 2009. The interim financial statements should be read in connection with the audited financial statements and footnotes contained herein for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007.
NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Use of Estimates
The preparation of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
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NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED |
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued
Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities
In January 2003, and revised in December 2003, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Interpretation No. 46 (“FIN 46”), “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities.” Prior to the issuance of this interpretation, a company generally included another entity in its condensed consolidated financial statements only if it controlled the entity through voting interests. FIN 46 requires a variable interest entity, as defined, to be consolidated by a company, if that company is subject to a majority of the risk of loss from the variable interest entity’s activities, entitled to receive a majority of the entity’s residual returns, the purpose of the entity is for the benefit of the reporting entity, or if the entity is substantially financed by the reporting entity. For these purposes, variable interests held by related parties should be consolidated with the reporting entity.
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for 2008 and 2007 include the following variable interest entities: Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc., Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc, National Financial Services Group, Inc. and Shark Rivers Investors., LLC.
Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc. provides advisory services and the in-house management of client accounts.
Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc. acts as an agent providing life and health insurance products for certain clients on behalf of the Company.
National Financial Services Group, Inc. enters into leases and to function as the guarantor for any leases or investments on behalf of the Company.
Shark Rivers Investors, LLC is a real estate investment company that owns and operates two building facilities in New Jersey.
Revenue Recognition
Customer security transactions and the related commission income and expense are recorded as of the trade date. Investment banking revenues include gains, losses, and fees, net of syndicate expenses, arising from securities offerings in which the Company acts as an underwriter or agent. Investment banking revenues also include fees earned from providing financial advisory services. Investment banking management fees are recorded on the offering date, sales concessions on the settlement date, and underwriting fees at the time the underwriting is completed and the income is reasonably determinable. Customers who are financing their transaction on margin are charged interest. The Company’s margin requirements are in accordance with the terms and conditions mandated by its clearing firm. The interest is billed on the average daily balance of the margin account.
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NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED |
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued
Revenue Recognition, continued
Net dealer inventory gains result from securities transactions entered into for the account and risk of the Company. Net dealer inventory gains are recorded on a trade date basis. Investment advisory fees are account management fees for high net worth clients based on the amount of the assets under management. These fees are billed quarterly and recognized at such time that the service is performed and collection is probable.
The Company generally acts as an agent in executing customer orders to buy or sell listed and over-the-counter securities in which it does not make a market, and charges commissions based on the services the Company provides to its customers. In executing customer orders to buy or sell a security in which the Company makes a market, the Company may sell to, or purchase from, customers at a price that is substantially equal to the current inter-dealer market price plus or minus a mark-up or mark-down. The Company may also act as agent and execute a customer's purchase or sale order with another broker-dealer market-maker at the best inter-dealer market price available and charge a commission. Mark-ups, mark-downs and commissions are generally priced competitively based on the services it provides to its customers. In each instance the commission charges, mark-ups or mark-downs, are in compliance with guidelines established by the FINRA.
Marketable securities are carried at fair value, with changes in value included in the statement of income in the period of change. Fair value is generally determined by quoted market prices. Non-marketable securities are valued at fair value as determined by management.
Income Taxes
The Company accounts for income taxes under the provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes” (SFAS No. 109). SFAS No. 109 requires the recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for both the expected impact of differences between the financial statements and tax basis of assets and liabilities and for the expected future tax benefit to be derived from tax loss and tax credit carry forwards. SFAS No. 109 additionally requires the establishment of a valuation allowance to reflect the likelihood of realization of deferred tax assets.
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED |
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued
Income Taxes, continued
In June 2006, the FASB issued Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes - An Interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109” (“FIN 48”). FIN 48 clarifies the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes recognized in an enterprise’s financial statements in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes”. This Interpretation prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. This Interpretation also provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, disclosure, and transition. The Company adopted the provisions of Fin 48 effective July 1, 2007, the adoption of the provisions of FIN 48 did not have a material impact on the Company's condensed consolidated financial position and results of operations. As of December 31, 2008, no liability for unrecognized tax benefits was required to be recorded.
Adoption of Accounting Pronouncement
Effective July 1, 2008, the Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 157, “Fair Value Measurements” (“SFAS 157”), for assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis. The adoption of SFAS 157 had no effect on the Company’s financial statements at December 31, 2008. SFAS 157 accomplishes the following key objectives:
Defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date;
Establishes a three-level hierarchy (the “Valuation Hierarchy”) for fair value measurements;
Requires consideration of the Company’s creditworthiness when valuing liabilities; and
Expands disclosures about instruments measured at fair value.
The Valuation Hierarchy is based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability as of the measurement date. A financial instrument’s categorization within the Valuation Hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. The three levels of the Valuation Hierarchy and the distribution of the Company’s financial assets within it are as follows:
Level 1 - inputs to the valuation methodology are quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.
Level 2 - inputs to the valuation methodology included quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, and inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the financial instrument.
Level 3 - inputs to the valuation methodology are unobservable and significant to the fair value measurement.
Certain financial instruments are carried at cost on the balance sheet, which approximates fair value due to their short-term, highly liquid nature. These instruments include cash and cash equivalents, accrued expenses and other liabilities. The Company’s marketable securities have been determined to be a Level 1 valuation.
In February 2008, the FASB issued Staff Position 157-2 (“FSP 157-2”). FSP 157-2 permits delayed adoption of SFAS 157 for certain non-financial assets and liabilities, which are not recognized at fair value on a recurring basis, until fiscal years and interim periods beginning after November 15, 2008. As permitted by FSP 157-2, the company has elected to delay the adoption of SFAS 157 for qualifying non-financial assets and liabilities, such as property and equipment. The effect upon adoption of SFAS 157-2 on applicable non-financial assets and liabilities is not expected to be material.
NOTE 3 - Liquidity
During the six months ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, the Company incurred net losses of approximately $234,000 and approximately $161,000, respectively. The Company has historically satisfied its capital needs with cash generated from operations. On July 29, 2008, the Company entered into a letter of intent with International Smart Sourcing, Inc. (“ISS”), pursuant to which the Company would exchange one hundred percent (100%) of the issued and outstanding capital stock, resulting in the Company becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of ISS, in exchange for twenty-two million (22,000,000) shares of ISS’ common stock. If the reverse acquisition with ISS is consummated, the Company’s capital requirements to fund its business would change and the Company would also be responsible for the outstanding commitments and contingencies of ISS. There can be no assurance that the Company will be successful in meeting these requirements.
However, the Company believes that it will have sufficient funds to maintain its current level of business activities, including those of ISS, during fiscal year 2009. If market conditions should weaken, the Company would need to consider curtailing certain of its business activities, reducing its fixed overhead costs and/or seek additional sources of financing.
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NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED |
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
NOTE 4 - Advances to/from Officer
As of December 31, 2008, the Company has an outstanding advances receivable of approximately $404,000, due from two officers/shareholders of the Company. These balances are non-interest bearing and have no definitive repayment terms.
As of December 31, 2008, the Company has outstanding advances payable of approximately $141,000, due to an officer/shareholder of the Company. These balances are non-interest bearing and have no definitive repayment terms.
NOTE 5 - Letter of Intent
On July 29, 2008, the Company entered into a letter of intent with International Smart Sourcing, Inc. (“ISS”), pursuant to which the Company would exchange one hundred percent (100%) of the issued and outstanding capital stock, resulting in the Company becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of ISS, in exchange for twenty-two million (22,000,000) shares of ISS’ common stock, $0.001 par value, which amount shall be subject to adjustment after the completion of (a) the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, and (b) a due diligence review by ISS.
The acquisition is subject to due diligence and the execution of definitive agreements. If consummated, the transaction would constitute a reverse acquisition by ISS of the Company, as the Company would control the post merged company.
The Company is the holder of 53,452 warrants with an exercise price of approximately $1.00 to purchase 275,278 shares of ISS common stock. The warrants expire in April 2010.
The Company can give no assurance that any transaction will occur, or that if such a transaction were to occur, it would enhance the future operations or financial results, or specifically that the Company would become and remain profitable as a result of such transaction.
NOTE 6 - Commitments and Contingencies
Litigation
The Company may be involved in legal proceedings in the ordinary course of business. Such matters are subject to many uncertainties, and outcomes are not predictable with assurance. The Company currently is not involved in any legal proceedings which are not in the ordinary course of business.
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NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED |
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
NOTE 6 - Commitments and Contingencies, continued
Enforcement Actions
In July 2007, the Company entered into a settlement agreement with the NASD for monetary sanctions imposed against certain employees who are officers and shareholders of the Company. The monetary sanctions amounted in the aggregate to $129,900. The term of the settlement agreement allowed the Company to follow an installment arrangement. Principal terms of the arrangement required a down payment of 25%. The remaining balance is to be paid over a term ranging from 24 to 36 months. Interest is to be paid at a rate of approximately 11.25% per annum.
NOTE 7 - Other
On November 18, 2008, Network 1 Financial Advisors entered into a note payable with ISS for proceeds of $100,000. The note matures on November 18, 2009 and has a stated interest rate of 6% per annum.
On November 26, 2008, the Company sold 25,000 shares of its class A common stock common stock to Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc., an affiliated company whose officers and stockholders are officers and stockholders of the Company, for gross proceeds of $50,000 (see Note 2). Accordingly, the value of these shares has been eliminated.
During the six months ended December 31, 2008, approximately $16,600 was contributed to Shark Rivers Investors, LLC by its shareholders for no additional consideration.
NOTE 8 - Subsequent Events
On February 10, 2009, the Company sold 25,000 shares of its Class A Common Stock for cash proceeds of $50,000.
On March 12, 2009, the Company was notified by the bank that its outstanding credit line was in default. The Company was required to make certain minimum repayments of its line of credit approximating $36,000, which was not remitted. Management is currently in discussions with the bank either to make the necessary payment, restructure the terms of the credit line or obtain a waiver for the default.
On March 13, 2009, Shark Rivers Investors, LLC was notified by the bank that it was in default with the repayment terms of its mortgage agreement, since the mortgage balance became due on February 28, 2009 and has not yet been repaid. Management is currently in discussions with the bank to either refinance the loan or obtain a waiver for the default.
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APPENDIX C
NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the Years Ended June 30, 2008 and 2007
NETWORK I FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONTENTS |
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | C - 1 |
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | |
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Consolidated Balance Sheets | C - 2 – C - 4 |
Consolidated Statements of Operations | C - 5 |
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity | C - 6 |
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows | C - 7 – C - 8 |
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | C - 9 – C - 24 |
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of
Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. and Subsidiaries
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. and Subsidiaries (the “Company”) as of June 30 2008 and 2007 and the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in stockholders’ equity and cash flows for the years then ended. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. Our audit included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, 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, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc, and Subsidiaries as of June 30 2008 and 2007, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the years then ended in conformity with United States generally accepted accounting principles.
/s/ MARCUM & KLIEGMAN LLP
New York, New York
February 4, 2009
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS |
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June 30, 2008 and 2007 |
ASSETS
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
Cash | | $ | 39,734 | | $ | 203,338 |
Due from clearing organization | | | 753,915 | | | 753,413 |
Advances to officers | | | 418,012 | | | 336,346 |
Due from affiliates | | | 13,766 | | | -- |
Advances to registered representatives, net of reserve | | | | | | |
for uncollectible accounts of $90,000 and $44,375 | | | | | | |
as of June 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively | | | 48,581 | | | 115,969 |
Securities held for resale, at market | | | 57,507 | | | 254,891 |
Property and equipment, net | | | 1,077,068 | | | 1,083,591 |
Other assets | | | 60,252 | | | 66,098 |
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TOTAL ASSETS | | $ | 2,468,835 | | $ | 2,813,646 |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS, Continued |
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June 30, 2008 and 2007 |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | |
Line of credit | | $ | 93,000 | | $ | 93,000 |
Mortgage payable | | | 797,397 | | | 818,741 |
Notes payable | | | 67,448 | | | -- |
Due to affiliates | | | 1,200 | | | 1,200 |
Advances from officer | | | 141,357 | | | 39,760 |
Commissions payable | | | 57,520 | | | 58,854 |
Securities sold, but not yet purchased, at market | | | 5,892 | | | 900 |
Capital leases payable | | | 19,485 | | | 3,346 |
Accrued NASD settlement | | | -- | | | 129,900 |
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and | | | | | | |
other liabilities | | | 226,363 | | | 284,565 |
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TOTAL LIABILITIES | | | 1,409,662 | | | 1,430,266 |
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COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES | | | | | | |
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NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST IN SUBSIDIARIES | | $ | 398,504 | | $ | 331,908 |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS, Continued |
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June 30, 2008 and 2007 |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY, Continued
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | | | | | | | | |
Controlling Interest: | | | | | | | | |
Series A Preferred stock, $1.00 par value, 8% coupon; | | | | | | | | |
1,000,000 shares authorized; 215,000 shares | | | | | | | | |
issued and 85,000 outstanding | | $ | 85,000 | | | $ | 85,000 | |
Series B Preferred stock, $1.00 par value; | | | | | | | | |
4,000,000 shares authorized; none issued and | | | | | | | | |
outstanding | | | -- | | | | -- | |
Common stock, Class A $.01 par value; | | | | | | | | |
10,000,000 shares authorized; 1,593,930 shares | | | | | | | | |
issued and 1,091,430 outstanding | | | 15,939 | | | | 15,939 | |
Common stock, Class B $.01 par value, non voting; | | | | | | | | |
2,000,000 shares authorized; 150,878 shares | | | | | | | | |
issued 140,528 shares outstanding | | | 1,509 | | | | 1,509 | |
Common stock, Class C $.01 par value; | | | | | | | | |
3,000,000 shares authorized; none issued and | | | | | | | | |
outstanding | | | -- | | | | -- | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 553,612 | | | | 553,612 | |
Treasury stock at cost; Class A 502,500 shares | | | | | | | | |
and Class B 10,350 shares | | | (5,129 | ) | | | (5,129 | ) |
Accumulated earnings | | | 9,738 | | | | 400,541 | |
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TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | | | 660,669 | | | | 1,051,472 | |
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND | | | | | | | | |
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | | $ | 2,468,835 | | | $ | 2,813,646 | |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS |
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For the Years Ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 |
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
Commissions | | $ | 1,866,900 | | | $ | 1,875,905 | |
Net dealer inventory gains | | | 328,598 | | | | 60,044 | |
Investment banking | | | 29,400 | | | | 1,447,088 | |
Interest and dividends | | | 91,737 | | | | 107,818 | |
Transfer fees and clearing services | | | 48,800 | | | | 48,994 | |
Investment advisory | | | 252,173 | | | | 209,305 | |
Other | | | 145,732 | | | | 121,137 | |
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Revenues | | $ | 2,763,340 | | | $ | 3,870,291 | |
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OPERATING EXPENSES | | | | | | | | |
Commissions | | | 1,175,259 | | | | 1,597,394 | |
Compensation and related expenses | | | 795,176 | | | | 823,557 | |
Clearing fees | | | 240,779 | | | | 338,700 | |
Communications and data processing | | | 222,920 | | | | 215,378 | |
Interest | | | 138,225 | | | | 127,305 | |
Occupancy and related expenses | | | 183,960 | | | | 175,018 | |
Office expenses | | | 261,888 | | | | 260,748 | |
Professional fees | | | 53,547 | | | | 89,785 | |
NASD settlement | | | -- | | | | 129,900 | |
Depreciation | | | 29,093 | | | | 41,353 | |
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TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES | | | 3,100,847 | | | | 3,799,138 | |
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(LOSS) INCOME BEFORE | | | | | | | | |
NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST | | | (337,507 | ) | | | 71,153 | |
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LESS: NET INCOME (LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE | | | | | | | | |
TO NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST | | | | | | | | |
IN SUBSIDIARIES | | | 46,496 | | | | (26,242 | ) |
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NET (LOSS) INCOME | | | (384,003 | ) | | | 97,395 | |
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PREFERRED STOCK DIVIDENDS | | | 6,800 | | | | 6,800 | |
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NET (LOSS) INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCKHOLDERS | | $ | (390,803 | ) | | $ | 90,595 | |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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For the Years Ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Retained | | | | |
| | | | | | | Class A | | Class B | | Additional | | Treasury | | Earnings | | | | |
| | Preferred Stock | | Common Stock | | Common Stock | | Paid-In | | Stock, | | (Accumulated | | | | |
| | Shares | | Amount | | Shares | | Amount | | Shares | | Amount | | Capital | | At Cost | | Deficit) | | Total |
BALANCE - July 1, 2006 | | 85,000 | | $ | 85,000 | | 1,593,930 | | $ | 15,939 | | 150,878 | | $ | 1,509 | | $ | 553,612 | | $ | (5,129 | ) | | $ | 309,946 | | | $ | 960,877 | |
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Preferred dividends | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | | (6,800 | ) | | | (6,800 | ) |
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Net income | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | | 97,395 | | | | 97,395 | |
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BALANCE - June 30, 2007 | | 85,000 | | | 85,000 | | 1,593,930 | | | 15,939 | | 150,878 | | | 1,509 | | | 553,612 | | | (5,129 | ) | | | 400,541 | | | | 1,051,472 | |
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Preferred dividends | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | | (6,800 | ) | | | (6,800 | ) |
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Net loss | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | -- | | | | (384,003 | ) | | | (384,003 | ) |
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BALANCE - June 30, 2008 | | 85,000 | | $ | 85,000 | | 1,593,930 | | $ | 15,939 | | 150,878 | | $ | 1,509 | | $ | 553,612 | | $ | (5,129 | ) | | $ | 9,738 | | | $ | 660,669 | |
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NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES, INC. |
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS |
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For the Years Ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 |
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES | | | | | | | | |
Net (loss) income | | $ | (384,003 | ) | | $ | 97,395 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net | | | | | | | | |
cash (used in) provided by operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation | | | 29,093 | | | | 41,353 | |
Provision for doubtful accounts | | | 45,625 | | | | -- | |
NASD settlement | | | -- | | | | 129,900 | |
Net income (loss) of non-controlling interest in subsidiaries | | | 46,496 | | | | (26,242 | ) |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities | | | | | | | | |
Due from clearing organization | | | (502 | ) | | | 33,821 | |
Advances to/from registered representatives | | | 21,763 | | | | (29,788 | ) |
Securities held for resale, at market | | | 197,384 | | | | (49,414 | ) |
Other assets | | | 5,846 | | | | (6,003 | ) |
Commissions payable | | | (1,334 | ) | | | 38,603 | |
Securities sold, but not yet purchased, at market | | | 4,992 | | | | (33,925 | ) |
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities | | | (63,102 | ) | | | 56,966 | |
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TOTAL ADJUSTMENTS | | | 286,261 | | | | 155,271 | |
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NET CASH (USED IN) PROVIDED BY | | | | | | | | |
OPERATING ACTIVITIES | | | (97,742 | ) | | | 252,666 | |
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CASH FLOWS USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES | | | | | | | | |
Capitalization of building improvement | | | -- | | | | (29,437 | ) |
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CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES | | | | | | | | |
Advances to affiliated company | | | (13,766 | ) | | | (11,901 | ) |
Advances from affiliated company | | | -- | | | | 1,200 | |
Advances to officers | | | (149,366 | ) | | | (27,300 | ) |
Advances repaid from officers | | | 67,700 | | | | -- | |
Advances from officer | | | 101,597 | | | | 31,447 | |
Cash contribution from owner | | | 20,100 | | | | -- | |
Repayment of notes payable | | | (57,552 | ) | | | -- | |
Repayment of mortgage payable | | | (21,344 | ) | | | (23,019 | ) |
Preferred dividends paid | | | (6,800 | ) | | | (6,800 | ) |
Repayment of capital lease | | | (6,431 | ) | | | (2,609 | ) |
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NET CASH USED IN FINANCING ACTIVITIES | | $ | (65,862 | ) | | $ | (38,982 | ) |
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS, Continued |
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For the Years Ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 |
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
NET (DECREASE) INCREASE IN CASH | | $ | (163,604 | ) | | $ | 184,247 |
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CASH - Beginning of year | | | 203,338 | | | | 19,091 |
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CASH - End of year | | $ | 39,734 | | | $ | 203,338 |
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION | | | | | |
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Cash paid during year: | | | | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 143,135 | | | $ | 117,787 |
Income taxes | | $ | 5,035 | | | $ | 4,587 |
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NON CASH INVESTING AND | | | | | |
FINANCING ACTIVITIES | | | | | | | |
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Conversion of accrued NASD settlement to notes payable | | $ | 125,000 | | | $ | -- |
Acquisition of office equipment under a capital lease | | $ | 22,570 | | | $ | -- |
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
NOTE 1 - Organization
Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. (the “Company") was organized as a Texas corporation on March 15, 1983 and is registered as a broker-dealer with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the State of Texas and various other states. The Company is an introducing broker-dealer that clears all transactions with and for customers on a fully disclosed basis with a clearing broker. The Company is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). The accompanying consolidated financial statements for 2008 and 2007 consolidate, the following variable interest entities: Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc, Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc., National Financial Services Group, Inc. and Shark Rivers Investors, LLC (See Note 2).
NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Use of Estimates
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities
In January 2003, and revised in December 2003, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Interpretation No. 46 (“FIN 46”), “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities.” Prior to the issuance of this interpretation, a company generally included another entity in its consolidated financial statements only if it controlled the entity through voting interests. FIN 46 requires a variable interest entity, as defined, to be consolidated by a company, if that company is subject to a majority of the risk of loss from the variable interest entity’s activities, entitled to receive a majority of the entity’s residual returns, the purpose of the entity is for the benefit of the reporting entity, or if the entity is substantially financed by the reporting entity. For these purposes, variable interests held by related parties should be consolidated with the reporting entity.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements for 2008 and 2007 include the following variable interest entities: Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc., Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc, National Financial Services Group, Inc. and Shark Rivers Investors., LLC.
Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc. provides advisory services and the in-house management of client accounts.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS |
NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued
Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities, continued
Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc. acts as an agent providing life and health insurance products for certain clients on behalf of the Company.
National Financial Services Group, Inc. enters into leases and to function as the guarantor for any leases or investments on behalf of the Company.
Shark Rivers Investors, LLC is a real estate investment company that owns and operates two building facilities in New Jersey.
The following is a summary of certain financial data for Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc, Network 1 Financial Assurance, Inc. National Financial Services Group, Inc. and Shark Rivers Investors, LLC as of June 30, 2008 and 2007, and for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007:
| | June 30, |
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
Revenues | | $ | 307,370 | | $ | 212,094 | |
Net income (loss) | | $ | 46,496 | | $ | (26,242 | ) |
Total assets | | $ | 1,416,188 | | $ | 1,299,280 | |
Total liabilities | | $ | 1,017,684 | | $ | 967,372 | |
Non-Controlling Interest in Subsidiaries
Non-Controlling interest represents one hundred percent (100%) of the equity from the four (4) variable interest entities that are beneficially-owned by the Company’s stockholders.
Revenue Recognition
Customer security transactions and the related commission income and expense are recorded as of the trade date. Investment banking revenues include gains, losses, and fees, net of syndicate expenses, arising from securities offerings in which the Company acts as an underwriter or agent. Investment banking revenues also include fees earned from providing financial advisory services. Investment banking management fees are recorded on the offering date, sales concessions on the settlement date, and underwriting fees at the time the underwriting is completed and the income is reasonably determinable. Customers who are financing their transaction on margin are charged interest. The Company’s margin requirements are in accordance with the terms and conditions mandated by its clearing firm. The interest is billed on the average daily balance of the margin account.
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NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued
Revenue Recognition, continued
Net dealer inventory gains result from securities transactions entered into for the account and risk of the Company. Net dealer inventory gains are recorded on a trade date basis. Investment advisory fees are account management fees for high net worth clients based on the amount of the assets under management. These fees are billed quarterly and recognized at such time that the service is performed and collection is probable.
The Company generally acts as an agent in executing customer orders to buy or sell listed and over-the-counter securities in which it does not make a market, and charges commissions based on the services the Company provides to its customers. In executing customer orders to buy or sell a security in which the Company makes a market, the Company may sell to, or purchase from, customers at a price that is substantially equal to the current inter-dealer market price plus or minus a mark-up or mark-down. The Company may also act as agent and execute a customer's purchase or sale order with another broker-dealer market-maker at the best inter-dealer market price available and charge a commission. Mark-ups, mark-downs and commissions are generally priced competitively based on the services it provides to its customers. In each instance the commission charges, mark-ups or mark-downs, are in compliance with guidelines established by the FINRA.
Marketable securities are carried at fair value, with changes in value included in the statement of income in the period of change. Fair value is generally determined by quoted market prices. Non-marketable securities are valued at fair value as determined by management.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company considers all highly liquid temporary cash investments with an original maturity of three months or less when purchased, to be cash equivalents.
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment is recorded at cost. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method based on the estimated useful lives of the related assets, which range from five to twenty years. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over the shorter of the estimated useful lives of the assets or the terms of the leases. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred; costs of major additions and betterments that extend the useful life of the asset are capitalized. When assets are retired or otherwise disposed of, the costs and related accumulated depreciation or amortization are removed from the accounts and any gain or loss on disposal is recognized.
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NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 107, “Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments” requires that the Company disclose estimated fair values of financial instruments. The carrying amounts reported in the statement of financial position for current assets and current liabilities qualifying as financial instruments approximate fair value because of their short maturities.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
The Company assesses the recoverability of its long lived assets, including property and equipment when there are indications that the assets might be impaired. When evaluating assets for potential impairment, the Company first compares the carrying amount of the asset to the asset’s estimated future cash flows (undiscounted and without interest charges). If the estimated future cash flows used in this analysis are less than the carrying amount of the asset, an impairment loss calculation is prepared. The impairment loss calculation compares the carrying amount of the asset to the asset’s estimated future cash flows (discounted and with interest charges). If the carrying amount exceeds the asset’s estimated futures cash flows (discounted and with interest charges), the loss is allocated to the long-lived assets of the group on a pro rata basis using the relative carrying amounts of those assets. Based on its assessments, the Company did not incur any impairment charges for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007.
Concentrations of Credit Risk
The Company is engaged in trading and providing a broad range of securities brokerage and investment services to a diverse group of retail and institutional clientele, as well as corporate finance and investment banking services to corporations and businesses. Counterparties to the Company’s business activities include broker-dealers and clearing organizations, banks and other financial institutions. The Company uses clearing brokers to process transactions and maintain customer accounts on a fee basis for the Company. The Company uses one clearing broker for substantially all of its business. The Company permits the clearing firms to extend credit to its clientele secured by cash and securities in the client’s account. The Company’s exposure to credit risk associated with the non-performance by its customers and counterparties in fulfilling their contractual obligations can be directly impacted by volatile or illiquid trading markets, which may impair the ability of customers and counterparties to satisfy their obligations to the Company. The Company has agreed to indemnify the clearing brokers for losses they incur while extending credit to the Company’s clients. It is the Company’s policy to review, as necessary, the credit standing of its customers and each counterparty. Amounts due from customers that are considered uncollectible by the clearing broker are charged back to the Company by the clearing broker when such amounts become determinable.
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NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued
Concentrations of Credit Risk, continued
Upon notification of a charge back, such amounts, in total or in part, are then either (i) collected from the customers, (ii) charged to the broker initiating the transaction and included in other receivables in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet, and/or (iii) charged as an expense in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations, based on the particular facts and circumstances.
The maximum potential amount for future payments that the Company could be required to pay under this indemnification cannot be estimated. However, the Company believes that it is unlikely it will have to make any material payments under these arrangements and has not recorded any contingent liability in the financial statements for this indemnification.
The Company maintains cash with major financial institutions. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) insures up to $100,000 at each institution and after October 3, 2008 up to $250,000 are insured by the FDIC at each institution. At times such amounts may exceed the FDIC limits. At June 30, 2008 and 2007, the uninsured cash bank balance was approximately $0 and $109,400, respectively. The Company believes it is not exposed to any significant credit risks for cash.
Advances to Registered Representatives
The Company extends unsecured credit in the normal course of business to its registered representatives. The determination of the amount of uncollectible accounts is based on the amount of credit extended and the length of time each receivable has been outstanding, as it relates to each individual registered representative. The allowance for uncollectible amounts reflects the amount of loss that can be reasonably estimated by management and is included as part of operating expenses in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has reserved approximately $90,000 and 44,000, respectively for any potential non-collection.
Advertising Costs
Advertising costs are expensed as incurred. Advertising costs, which are included in selling, general and administrative expenses, were deemed to be nominal during each of the reporting periods.
Income Taxes
The Company accounts for income taxes under the provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes” (SFAS No. 109). SFAS No. 109 requires the recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for both the expected impact of differences between the financial statements and tax basis of assets and liabilities and for the expected future tax benefit to be derived from tax loss and tax credit carry forwards. SFAS No. 109 additionally requires the establishment of a valuation allowance to reflect the likelihood of realization of deferred tax assets.
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NOTE 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued
Income Taxes, continued
In June 2006, the FASB issued Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes - An Interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109” (“FIN 48”). FIN 48 clarifies the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes recognized in an enterprise’s financial statements in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes”. This Interpretation prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. This Interpretation also provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, disclosure, and transition. The Company adopted the provisions of Fin 48 effective July 1, 2007, the adoption of the provisions of FIN 48 did not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial position and results of operations. As of June 30, 2008, no liability for unrecognized tax benefits was required to be recorded.
NOTE 3 - Liquidity
During the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company incurred a net loss of approximately $337,000 and net income of approximately $71,000, respectively. The Company has historically satisfied its capital needs with cash generated from operations. On July 29, 2008, the Company entered into a letter of intent with International Smart Sourcing (“ISS”), pursuant to which the Company would exchange one hundred percent (100%) of the issued and outstanding capital stock, resulting in the Company becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of ISS, in exchange for twenty-two million (22,000,000) shares of ISS’ common stock. If the reverse acquisition with ISS is consummated (See Note 18), the Company’s capital requirements to fund its business would change and the Company would also be responsible for the outstanding commitments and contingencies of ISS. There can be no assurance that the Company will be successful in meeting these requirements.
However, the Company believes that it will have sufficient funds to maintain its current level of business activities, including those of ISS’, during fiscal year 2009 If market conditions should weaken, the Company would need to consider curtailing certain of its business activities, reducing its fixed overhead costs and/or seek additional sources of financing.
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NOTE 4 - Securities Owned and Securities Sold, But Not Yet Purchased, At Market
The following table shows the market values of the Company's investment securities owned and securities sold, but not yet purchased as of June 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively:
| | June 30, 2008 | | June 30, 2007 |
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| | Securities | | but not yet | | Securities | | but not yet |
| | Owned | | Purchased | | Owned | | Purchased |
Corporate stocks | | $57,507 | | $5,892 | | $254,891 | | $900 |
Securities sold, but not yet purchased commit the Company to deliver specified securities at predetermined prices. The transactions may result in market risk since, to satisfy the obligation, the Company must acquire the securities at market prices, which may exceed the values reflected in the consolidated statements of financial condition.
NOTE 5 - Due from Clearing Organization
The following represents amounts on deposit with Southwest Securities, Inc. (“Southwest”) with the Company’s clearing broker inventory account:
| | June 30, |
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
Cash | | $ | 382,445 | | $ | 162,708 |
Marketable securities | | | 371,470 | | | 590,705 |
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| | $ | 753,915 | | $ | 753,413 |
The marketable securities are primarily comprised of corporate stocks. Marketable securities on deposit with Southwest Securities are reflected at fair value.
For the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company used the services of Southwest to clear its brokerage business. The Company incurred charges of approximately $240,800 and $338,700 under this arrangement for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively.
NOTE 6 - Advances to/from Officer
As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has outstanding advances receivable of approximately $418,000 and $336,000, respectively, due from two officers/shareholders of the Company. These balances are non-interest bearing and have no definitive repayment terms.
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NOTE 6 - Advances to/from Officer, continued
As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has outstanding advances payable of approximately $141,000 and $40,000, respectively, due to an officer/shareholder of the Company. These balances are non-interest bearing and have no definitive repayment terms.
NOTE 7 - Due to/from Affiliated Companies
As of June 30, 2008, due to (from) affiliated companies consisted of the following:
| | June 30, |
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
Legends property development (a) | | $ | 13,766 | | | $ | -- | |
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Mainport LLC (b) | | $ | (1,200 | ) | | $ | (1,200 | ) |
(a) | | Represents expenses paid on behalf of an affiliated company whose directors’ are officers and shareholders’ of the Company. |
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(b) | | Represents amounts due from an affiliated company whose officers and shareholders are officers and shareholders’ of the Company. |
NOTE 8 - Property and Equipment
Property and equipment, net, consists of the following:
| | June 30, |
| | 2008 | | 2007 |
Building and related capitalized costs | | $ | 575,576 | | | $ | 575,576 | |
Land | | | 600,000 | | | | 600,000 | |
Computer equipment | | | 137,237 | | | | 114,667 | |
Furniture and fixtures | | | 31,251 | | | | 31,251 | |
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Total | | | 1,344,064 | | | | 1,321,494 | |
Less: accumulated depreciation | | | (266,996 | ) | | | (237,903 | ) |
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Property and Equipment - Net | | $ | 1,077,068 | | | $ | 1,083,591 | |
Depreciation expense for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 was approximately $29,100 and $41,400, respectively.
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NOTE 9 - Capital Lease Obligation
As of June 30, 2008, the Company has equipment under a capital lease expiring in August 2012. The asset and liability under the capital lease are recorded at the lower of the present value of the minimum lease payments or the fair value of the asset. The asset is included in property and equipment and is amortized over the estimated life of the asset. The interest rate under the lease is 6.60% and is imputed based on the lessor’s implicit rate of return. The following is a summary of property held under capital leases:
Machinery and equipment | $ | 22,570 | |
Less: accumulated amortization | | (2,956 | ) |
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Property held under capital lease, net | $ | 19,614 | |
Amortization of assets held under the capital lease is included in depreciation expense.
Capital lease payable in monthly installments of $532, including interest through August 2012 secured by office equipment with a cost of $22,570 and accumulated amortization of $2,956.
At December 31, 2007, annual minimum future lease payments under the capital lease are as follows:
Fiscal Year Ending | | | | | |
June 30, | | Amount |
2009 | | | $ | 6,387 | |
2010 | | | | 6,387 | |
2011 | | | | 6,387 | |
2012 | | | | 6,387 | |
2013 | | | | 532 | |
Total minimum lease payments | | | | 26,080 | |
Less: amount representing interest | | | | 6,595 | |
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Present value of future minimum lease payments | | | $ | 19,485 | |
NOTE 10 - Line of Credit - Bank
The Company’s a bank line is payable on demand. The maximum amount the Company could borrow is $100,000, indebtedness under the line of credit provides for interest at the bank’s prime rate, plus 1.0% (approximately 5% at June 30, 2008 and 8% at June 30, 2007). As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the amount outstanding under this credit facility was $93,000.
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NOTE 10 - Line of Credit - Bank, continued
Indebtedness under the credit agreement is collateralized by substantially all of the assets of the Company.
NOTE 11 - Mortgage Payable
a) | | As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, Shark Rivers Investors, LLC has a loan payable to a financial institution of approximately $493,800 and $511,500 respectively. The term of the loan is 5 years with a 20 year repayment schedule. The loan matures in December 2008 and is payable in full. The loan has an interest rate of approximately 7%. The loan is collateralized with a lien on the building and a security interest in all of the furniture and fixtures and assignment of any leases. The mortgage has been personally guaranteed by certain officers and shareholders of the Company. |
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| | On December 18, 2008, Shark Rivers Investors, LLC entered into a loan agreement extending the maturity date of the loan to February 28, 2009. The note will have a stated interest rate through the extended maturity date of 7% per annum. |
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b) | | As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, Shark Rivers Investors, LLC has a loan payable to a third party of approximately $303,600 and $307,200 respectively. The term of the loan is 3 years with a 30 year repayment schedule. The loan matures in July 2011 and is payable in full. The loan has a provision for the escalation of interest rates as follows, 8% beginning August 1, 2008; 8.25% beginning August 1, 2009; 8.5% beginning August 1, 2010. The loan is collateralized with a security interest in the building and has been personally guaranteed by certain officers who are shareholders of the Company. |
Approximate maturities of long-term debt at June 30, 2008 for the next five years and in the aggregate are follows:
Fiscal Year Ending | | | | | |
June 30, | | Amount |
2009 | | | $ | 497,100 | |
2010 | | | | 3,600 | |
2011 | | | | 3,900 | |
2012 | | | | 292,800 | |
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| | | $ | 797,400 | |
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NOTE 12 - Notes Payable
Under the terms of a settlement agreement entered into with the NASD in July 2007, for monetary sanctions imposed against certain employees who are officers and shareholders of the Company (See Note 17). As of June 30, 2008, notes payable consists of as follows:
Note payable to FINRA in monthly installments of $900 per month including interest at a rate of 11.25% through August 2009. | | $ | 11,195 |
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Note payable to FINRA in monthly installments of $2,500 per month including interest at a rate of 11.25% through August 2010. | | | 56,253 |
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| | $ | 67,448 |
Maturities of long-term debt at June 30, 2008 for the next five years and in the aggregate are follows:
Fiscal Year Ending | | | | | |
June 30, | | Amount |
2009 | | | $ | 34,979 | |
2010 | | | | 29,031 | |
2011 | | | | 3,438 | |
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| | | $ | 67,448 | |
NOTE 13 - Income Taxes
Effective July 1, 2007, the company adopted the provisions of Fin48. Fin 48 prescribes a recognition threshold and a measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. For those benefits to be recognized, a tax position must be more-likely-than-not to be sustained upon examination by taxing authorities. Differences between tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return and the benefit recognized and measured pursuant to the interpretation are referred to as "unrecognized benefits". A liability is recognized (or amount of net operating loss carry forward or amount of tax refundable is reduced) for an unrecognized tax benefit because it represents an enterprise's potential future obligation to the taxing authority for a tax position that was not recognized as a result of applying the provisions of FIN 48.
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NOTE 13 - Income Taxes, continued
In accordance with FIN 48, interest costs related to unrecognized tax benefits are required to be calculated (if applicable) and would be classified as "Interest expense, net" in the consolidated statements of operations. Penalties would be recognized as a component of "General and administrative expenses".
In many cases the company's uncertain tax positions are related to tax years that remain subject to examination by relevant tax authorities. The Company files income tax returns in the United States (federal) and in various state and local jurisdictions. In most instances, the Company is no longer subject to federal, state and local income tax examinations by tax authorities for years prior to 2003.
The adoption of the provisions of FIN 48 did not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial position and results of operations. As of June 30, 2008, no liability for unrecognized tax benefits was required to be recorded.
Shark Rivers Investors, LLC is a limited liability corporation (treated for income tax purposes as a partnership). Income taxes for Federal and State purposes are not levied at the entity level, but rather on the individual partner or stockholder.
Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc, Network 1 Financial Assurance and National Financial Services Group, Inc. are C-corporations and file their Federal and State annual tax return separate from the Company.
As of June 30, 2008, the Company had approximately $1.1 million of U.S. net operating loss carryforwards available to offset future taxable income, respectively. These net operating losses which, if not utilized, begin expiring in 2028. At June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has a deferred tax asset of approximately $450,000 and 278,000, which consists primarily of temporary differences relating to net operating losses. Deferred income taxes reflect the net tax effects of operating loss and tax credit carryforwards and temporary differences between carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. In assessing the realization of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which temporary differences representing net future deductible amounts become deductible. SFAS No. 109 requires that a valuation allowance be established when it is “more likely than not” that all, or a portion of, deferred tax assets will not be realized.
A review of all available positive and negative evidence needs to be considered, including a company’s performance, the market environment in which the company operates the length of carryback and carryforward periods, and expectations of future profits, etc.
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NOTE 13 - Income Taxes, continued
The Company believes that uncertainty exists with respect to future realization of the deferred tax assets and has established a valuation allowance for the full amount as of June 30, 2008 and 2007. The change in the deferred tax asset valuation allowance increased by approximately $172,000 and decreased by $32,000 during the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively.
NOTE 14 - Benefit Contribution Plan
The Company sponsors a 401k profit sharing plan that covers substantially all of its employees. The plan provides for a discretionary annual contribution, and is allocated in proportion to compensation. In addition, each participant may elect to contribute to the Plan by way of a salary deduction. An employee becomes fully vested in the Company’s contribution after 6 years. A participant is fully vested in their own contributions. For the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company made no discretionary contributions to the Plan.
NOTE 15 - Net Capital Requirements
The Company is a registered broker-dealer and is subject to the SEC’s Uniform Net Capital Rule 15c3-1 that requires the maintenance of minimum net capital. This requires that the Company maintain minimum net capital equal to the greater of $100,000 and requires that the ratio of aggregate indebtedness, as defined, to net capital, shall not exceed 15 to 1.
As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company’s net capital exceeded the requirement by approximately $79,500 and $220,440, respectively.
Advances, dividend payments and other equity withdrawals are restricted by the regulations of the SEC, and other regulatory agencies are subject to certain notification and other provisions of the net capital rules of the SEC. The Company qualifies under the exemptive provisions of Rule 15c3-3 as the Company does not carry security accounts for customers or perform custodial functions related to customer securities.
NOTE 16 - Stockholders’ Equity
Shares Authorized
The Company’s authorized number of shares of capital stock is 20,000,000 issuable in series with rights, preferences, privileges and restrictions as determined by the Board of Directors.
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NOTE 16 - Stockholders’ Equity, continued
Series A Preferred Stock
As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has 1,000,000 shares authorized, of 8% Series A preferred stock $1.00 par value, and 215,000 shares are outstanding.
The Series A preferred stock is redeemable at the option of the Company’s Board of Directors at 125% of the issuance price plus any dividends earned but unpaid and after one year outstanding. The Series A preferred stock is non-voting and non-cumulative. Of the 215,000 shares issued, 130,000 shares are owned by National Financial Services Group, Inc., an affiliated Company, whose officers and shareholders’ are officers and shareholders of the Company. Accordingly, the value of these shares has been eliminated. For each of the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 the Company paid $6,800 in dividends with respect to the preferred stock, any inter-company dividends have been eliminated.
The preferred stock shareholders are entitled to a bonus dividend at the discretion of the board of directors based on the profitability of the firms market making investment activities minus certain deductions. No bonus dividends were declared for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007.
Series B Preferred Stock
As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has 4,000,000 shares authorized, of Series B preferred stock $1.00 par value, none issued and outstanding. The class B preferred stock is non-voting.
Class A Common Stock
As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has 10,000,000 shares of class A common stock, $0.01 par value authorized. 1,593,930 shares are issued and 1,091,430 shares are outstanding. The class A common stock is voting.
Class B Common Stock
As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has 2,000,000 shares of class B common stock, $0.01 par value authorized, 150,878 shares are issued and 140,528 shares are outstanding. The class B common stock is non-voting and is convertible to class A voting stock on a 1:1 ratio upon 75% member approval of the Board of Directors.
Class C Common Stock
As of June 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company has 3,000,000 shares of class C common stock, $0.01 par value authorized, none issued and outstanding. The class C common stock is non-voting.
During the fiscal year ended June 30, 2008, $20,100 was contributed to Shark Rivers Investors, LLC by a shareholder for no additional consideration.
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NOTE 17 - Commitments and Contingencies
Litigation
The Company may be involved in legal proceedings in the ordinary course of business. Such matters are subject to many uncertainties, and outcomes are not predictable with assurance. The Company currently is not involved in any legal proceedings which are not in the ordinary course of business.
Enforcement Actions
In July 2007, the Company entered into a settlement agreement with the NASD for monetary sanctions imposed against certain employees who are officers and shareholders of the Company. The monetary sanctions amounted in the aggregate to $129,900. The term of the settlement agreement allowed the Company to follow an installment arrangement. Principal terms of the arrangement required a down payment of 25%. The remaining balance is to be paid over a term ranging from 24 to 36 months. Interest is to be paid at a rate of approximately 11.25% per annum (See Note 12).
Lease Commitments
The Company leases its corporate office facility under a operating lease expiring in June 2010. Additional rent is payable for increases in real estate taxes and operating expenses over base period amounts. Under the terms of the lease, the Company has the option to cancel the lease provided a minimum of four months written notice is given to the landlord.
Minimum future annual rental payments are approximately as follows:
| | | | | | | Common Area and | | | | | |
| | Base | | Maintenance | | | | | |
Year Ending | | Rent | | Charges | | Total |
2009 | | | $ | 79,800 | | | | $ | 34,200 | | | | $ | 114,000 | |
2010 | | | | 83,600 | | | | | 34,600 | | | | | 118,200 | |
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Total | | | $ | 163,400 | | | | $ | 68,800 | | | | $ | 232,200 | |
The total amount of rent payable under the leases is recognized on a straight line basis over the term of the leases. Rent expense for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 was approximately $106,400 and $100,200, respectively.
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NOTE 18 - Subsequent Event
On July 29, 2008, the Company entered into a letter of intent with ISS, pursuant to which the Company would exchange one hundred percent (100%) of the issued and outstanding capital stock, resulting in the Company becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of ISS, in exchange for twenty-two million (22,000,000) shares of ISS’ common stock, $0.001 par value, which amount shall be subject to adjustment after the completion of (a) the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, and (b) a due diligence review by ISS.
The acquisition is subject to due diligence and the execution of definitive agreements. If consummated, the transaction would constitute a reverse acquisition by ISS of the Company, as the Company would control the post merged company.
The Company is the holder of 53,452 warrants with an exercise price of approximately $1.00 to purchase 275,278 shares of ISS common stock. The warrants expire in April 2010.
The Company can give no assurance that any transaction will occur, or that if such a transaction were to occur, it would enhance the future operations or financial results, or specifically that the Company would become and remain profitable as a result of such transaction.
On November 18, 2008, Network 1 Financial Advisors Inc. entered into a note payable with ISS for proceeds of $100,000. The note matures on November 18, 2009 and has a stated interest rate of 6% per annum.
On November 26, 2008, the Company sold 25,000 shares of its class A common stock common stock to Network 1 Financial Advisors, Inc. for gross proceeds of $50,000.
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APPENDIX D
NETWORK 1 FINANCIAL SECURITIES INC.
INTERNATIONAL SMART SOURCING, INC.
INTRODUCTION TO PRO FORMA CONDENSED
COMBINED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
The following unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements give effect to the merger between Network 1 Financial Securities Inc. (“Network 1”) and International Smart Sourcing, Inc. (“ISSI”) contemplated in a Stock Purchase Agreement dated February 4, 2009. Network 1 will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of ISSI whereby 100% of the shares of common stock of Network 1 will be exchanged for 22,000,000 shares of ISSI, a public shell corporation. In the event that Network 1shares of common stock constituting less than one hundred percent (100%) but more than ninety five percent (95%) thereof are tendered, the number of shares of ISSI exchanged will be reduced pro rata.
As a result of the transaction, the former owners of Network 1 will become the stockholders of ISSI. Accordingly, the merger of Network 1 and ISSI is a reverse merger that has been accounted for as a recapitalization of Network 1. Upon completion of the merger, ISSI will change its name to Network 1. The unaudited pro forma information is presented for illustration purposes only in accordance with the assumptions set forth below and in the notes to the pro forma combined condensed financial statements.
The unaudited pro forma condensed combined balance sheet combines the balance sheets of Network 1 and ISSI as if the recapitalization has occurred on December 31, 2008. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations for the year ended December 31, 2008 combines the historical statement of operations of Network 1 and ISSI for the year ended December 31, 2008 and give pro forma effect to the recapitalization as if it were completed on January 1, 2008.
The unaudited pro forma balance sheet and statements of operations should be read in conjunction with the separate historical consolidated financial statements of Network I Financial Securities, Inc. for the years ended June 30, 2008 and 2007, appearing elsewhere herein, and the historical financial statements of ISSI, as filed and issued in Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008. The appropriate historical periods derived from Network 1 financial statements were added and subtracted to arrive at the appropriate periods included in these pro forma financial statements and the separate information of Network 1 on a standalone basis has been derived from the consolidated financial statements. These pro forma condensed combined financial statements may not be indicative of what would have occurred if the reverse acquisition had actually occurred on the indicated dates and they should not be relied upon as an indication of future results of operations.
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Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. and International Smart Sourcing, Inc. Pro Forma Condensed Combined Balance Sheet December 31, 2008 (Unaudited) |
| | | | | | Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc Entities | | Pro Forma Adjustments | | | | |
| | | | | | Consolidated | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | International | | Network 1 | | Less: Variable | | Network 1 | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Smart | | Financial | | Interest | | Financial | | | | | | | | Pro Forma |
| | Sourcing, Inc. | | Securities Inc. | | Entities | | Securities Inc. | | Debit | | Credit | | Combined |
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ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Cash | | $ | 455,675 | | | $ | 3,068 | | | $ | 2,611 | | | $ | 457 | | | $ | - | | $ | 65,000 | g | $ | 391,132 | |
Certificate of deposit | | | 546,055 | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | - | | | 546,055 | |
Due from clearing organization | | | - | | | | 752,918 | | | | - | | | | 752,918 | | | | - | | | - | | | 752,918 | |
Advances to officers | | | - | | | | 404,176 | | | | 297,254 | | | | 106,922 | | | | - | | | - | | | 106,922 | |
Due from affiliates | | | - | | | | 13,830 | | | | (36,084 | ) | | | 49,914 | | | | - | | | - | | | 49,914 | |
Advances to registered representatives, net | | | - | | | | 48,181 | | | | - | | | | 48,181 | | | | - | | | - | | | 48,181 | |
Securities owned, at market values | | | - | | | | 8,255 | | | | 5,510 | | | | 2,745 | | | | - | | | - | | | 2,745 | |
Note receivable - Network 1 Advisors, Inc. | | | 100,000 | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | - | | | 100,000 | |
Property and equipment, net | | | - | | | | 1,058,805 | | | | 1,040,727 | | | | 18,078 | | | | - | | | - | | | 18,078 | |
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Other assets | | | 2,696 | | | | 60,255 | | | | 33,655 | | | | 26,600 | | | | - | | | 2,696 | d | | 26,600 | |
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Total assets | | $ | 1,104,426 | | | $ | 2,349,488 | | | $ | 1,343,673 | | | $ | 1,005,815 | | | $ | - | | $ | 67,696 | | $ | 2,042,545 | |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Lines of credit | | $ | - | | | $ | 93,000 | | | $ | - | | | $ | 93,000 | | | $ | - | | $ | - | | $ | 93,000 | |
Mortgage payable | | | - | | | | 787,023 | | | | 787,023 | | | | - | | | | - | | | - | | | - | |
Note payable to ISS | | | - | | | | 100,000 | | | | 100,000 | | | | - | | | | - | | | - | | | - | |
Notes payable | | | - | | | | 50,448 | | | | - | | | | 50,448 | | | | - | | | - | | | 50,448 | |
Due to affiliates | | | - | | | | 4,700 | | | | 4,700 | | | | - | | | | - | | | - | | | - | |
Due to officer | | | - | | | | 141,357 | | | | 141,357 | | | | - | | | | - | | | - | | | - | |
Commissions payable | | | - | | | | 10,618 | | | | - | | | | 10,618 | | | | - | | | - | | | 10,618 | |
Securities sold not yet purchased, at market | | | - | | | | 2,688 | | | | - | | | | 2,688 | | | | - | | | - | | | 2,688 | |
Capital lease obligations | | | - | | | | 16,254 | | | | - | | | | 16,254 | | | | - | | | - | | | 16,254 | |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | | | 2,975 | | | | 301,280 | | | | 67,610 | | | | 233,670 | | d | | 2,975 | | | - | | | 233,670 | |
Total liabilities | | | 2,975 | | | | 1,507,368 | | | | 1,100,690 | | | | 406,678 | | | | 2,975 | | | - | | | 406,678 | |
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NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST IN SUBSIDIARIES | | | | | | | 422,983 | | | | 422,983 | | | | - | | | | | | | | | | - | |
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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Preferred stock | | | - | | | | 85,000 | | | | (130,000 | ) | | | 215,000 | | | | - | | | - | | | 215,000 | |
Common stock | | | 18,899 | | | | 15,939 | | | | - | | | | 15,939 | | c | | 15,939 | | | 22,000 | e | | 40,899 | |
Class B common stock | | | | | | | 1,509 | | | | - | | | | 1,509 | | c | | 1,509 | | | | | | - | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 8,254,495 | | | | 553,612 | | | | (50,000 | ) | | | 603,612 | | c | | 5,094,144 | | | 279 | d | | 3,346,141 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | c | | 413,549 | | | 17,448 | a | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | e | | 22,000 | | | - | | | | |
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Deficit accumulated during the development stage | | | (413,549 | ) | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | 413,549 | c | | - | |
Accumulated deficit | | | (5,094,144 | ) | | | (231,794 | ) | | | - | | | | (231,794 | ) | g | | 65,000 | | | 5,094,144 | c | | (231,794 | ) |
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Total stockholders' equity | | | 2,765,701 | | | | 424,266 | | | | (180,000 | ) | | | 604,266 | | | | 5,612,141 | | | 5,547,420 | | | 3,305,246 | |
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Less: Treasury stock, at cost | | | (1,664,250 | ) | | | (5,129 | ) | | | - | | | | (5,129 | ) | | | | | | | | | (1,669,379 | ) |
Total stockholders' equity | | | 1,101,451 | | | | 419,137 | | | | (180,000 | ) | | | 599,137 | | | | 5,612,141 | | | 5,547,420 | | | 1,635,867 | |
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Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | | $ | 1,104,426 | | | $ | 2,349,488 | | | $ | 1,343,673 | | | $ | 1,005,815 | | | $ | 5,615,116 | | $ | 5,547,420 | | $ | 2,042,545 | |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED COMBINED PRO FORMA
BALANCE SHEET
(a) | | Derived from the unaudited balance sheet of Network 1 as of December 31, 2008, which included the consolidation of certain variable interest entities pursuant to Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Interpretation No. 46R, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities”. Since these entities will not be included in the merger transaction in accordance with the Stock Purchase Agreement, the consolidated balance sheet of Network 1 has been adjusted to eliminate these entities in the pro forma balance sheet. |
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(b) | | Derived from the audited balance sheet of ISSI as of December 31, 2008 included in its Form 10K filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. |
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(c) | | Reflects the recapitalization of Network 1 pursuant to the proposed merger. It is assumed that 100% of the common shares of Network 1 will be exchanged for 22,000,000 shares of common stock of ISSI. |
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(d) | | Reflects the elimination of ISSI assets and liabilities which will not be included in the merger transaction. |
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(e) | | Represents the Par Value of ISSI common shares issued in the merger transaction. |
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(f) | | Elimination of Variable Interest Entities included in the unaudited consolidated financial position in the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Network 1 Financial Securities Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2008, which are not part of the proposed Stock Purchase Agreement. |
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(g) | | Estimated professional fees to be incurred associated with the proposed reverse merger. |
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Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. and International Smart Sourcing, Inc. Pro Forma Condensed Combined Statement of Operations For the Year Ended December 31, 2008 (Unaudited) |
| | | | | | Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc Entities | | Pro Forma Adjustments | | | | |
| | | | | | Consolidated | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | International | | | Network 1 | | | | | | Network 1 | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Smart | | | Financial | | Less: Variable | | Financial | | | | | | | | | Pro Forma |
| | Sourcing, Inc. | | | Securities Inc. | | Interest Entities | | Securities Inc. | | Debit | | Credit | | Combined |
| | b | | | | | | e | | | | a | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Revenues | | $ | - | | | $ | 2,963,972 | | | $ | 352,057 | | | $ | 2,611,915 | | | $ | - | | $ | - | | | $ | 2,611,915 | |
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Operating Expenses | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | - | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Commissions | | | - | | | | 1,570,377 | | | | 71,426 | | | | 1,498,951 | | | | - | | | - | | | | 1,498,951 | |
Compensation and related expenses | | | - | | | | 693,497 | | | | - | | | | 693,497 | | | | - | | | - | | | | 693,497 | |
Clearing fees | | | - | | | | 217,657 | | | | - | | | | 217,657 | | | | - | | | - | | | | 217,657 | |
Communications and data processing | | | - | | | | 172,856 | | | | (16,771 | ) | | | 189,627 | | | | - | | | - | | | | 189,627 | |
Interest | | | - | | | | 116,744 | | | | 65,024 | | | | 51,720 | | | | - | | | - | | | | 51,720 | |
Occupancy and related expenses | | | - | | | | 171,530 | | | | (7,952 | ) | | | 179,482 | | | | - | | | - | | | | 179,482 | |
Office expenses, general and administrative | | 202,800 | | | | 332,200 | | | | 176,474 | | | | 155,726 | | | | - | | | 202,800 | | c | | 155,726 | |
Professional fees | | | - | | | | 68,499 | | | | (5,788 | ) | | | 74,287 | | | | - | | | - | | | | 74,287 | |
Depreciation | | | - | | | | 31,617 | | | | 24,724 | | | | 6,893 | | | | - | | | - | | | | 6,893 | |
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Total operating expenses | | 202,800 | | | | 3,374,977 | | | | 307,137 | | | | 3,067,840 | | | | - | | | 202,800 | | | | 3,067,840 | |
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Loss from operations | | (202,800 | ) | | | (411,005 | ) | | | 44,920 | | | | (455,925 | ) | | | - | | | (202,800 | ) | | | (455,925 | ) |
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Interest income | | 34,417 | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | - | | | | 34,417 | |
Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest | | | - | | | | 44,920 | | | | 44,920 | | | | - | | | | | | | | | | | - | |
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Net loss before income taxes | | (168,383 | ) | | | (455,925 | ) | | | - | | | | (455,925 | ) | | | - | | | (202,800 | ) | | | (421,508 | ) |
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Income taxes | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | | | | - | | | | - | |
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Net income (loss) | | (168,383 | ) | | | (455,925 | ) | | | - | | | | (455,925 | ) | | | - | | | (202,800 | ) | | | (421,508 | ) |
Preferred stock dividends | | | - | | | | 3,400 | | | | (5,200 | ) | | | 8,600 | | | | | | | | | | | 8,600 | |
Net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders | | $ | (168,383 | ) | | $ | (459,325 | ) | | $ | 5,200 | | | $ | (464,525 | ) | | $ | - | | $ | (202,800 | ) | | $ | (430,108 | ) |
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Pro Forma weighted average common shares outstanding: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted | | 10,974,435 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 22,000,000 | | d | | 32,974,435 | |
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Pro Forma (loss) per common share: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted | | $ | (0.02 | ) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (0.01 | ) |
Pro Forma book value per common share: | | $ | 0.10 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 0.05 | |
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED COMBINED PRO FORMA
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(a) | | Derived from the statement of operations for the year ended June 30, 2008 and the unaudited statements of operations of Network 1 for the six months ended December 31, 2008. These statements included the consolidation of certain variable interest entities pursuant to Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Interpretation No. 46R, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities”. Since these entities will not be included in the merger transaction pursuant to the Stock Purchase Agreement, the consolidated statement of operations of Network 1 has been adjusted to eliminate these entities in the pro forma statement of operations. The results of operations of Network 1 for the year ended December 31, 2008 were derived by adding the six months ended December 31, 2008 to and deducting the six months ended December 31, 2007 from the results of operations for the year ended June 30, 2008. |
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(b) | | Derived from the audited income statement of ISSI for the year ended December 31, 2008 and 2007 included in its Form 10-K filed with the SEC and the unaudited quarterly financial statements of the six months ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 included in its Form 10-Q filed with the SEC. |
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(c) | | Reflects elimination of operations of ISSI. These operations were discontinued as of the merger date. |
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(d) | | Represents number of ISSI shares of common stock issued in the reverse merger. |
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(e) | | Elimination of Variable Interest Entities included in the unaudited consolidated results of operations in the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Network 1 Financial Securities Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2008, which are not part of the proposed Stock Purchase Agreement. |
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APPENDIX E
[FORM OF]
CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT
OF
CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION
INTERNATIONAL SMART SOURCING, INC.
International Smart Sourcing, Inc., a corporation organized and existing under and by virtue of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “Corporation”) does hereby certify:
FIRST: That the Board of Directors of the Corporation, by the unanimous written consent of its members in accordance with Section 141 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “GCL”), adopted a resolution proposing and declaring advisable the following amendment to the Certificate of Incorporation of the Corporation:
RESOLVED, that the Certificate of Incorporation of this corporation be amended by changing the Article thereof numbered "FIRST" so that, as amended, said Article shall be and read as follows:
“FIRST: The name of the Corporation is: Network 1 Financial Group, Inc.”
SECOND: That, thereafter, in lieu of a meeting and vote of stockholders in accordance with Section 228 of the GCL, written consents signed by the holders of an aggregate of [__%] of shares of the Corporation’s voting common stock, such percentage being not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take such action at a meeting at which all shares entitled to vote thereon were present and voted, were delivered to the Corporation’s principal place of business.
THIRD: That said amendment was duly adopted in accordance with the provisions of Section 242 of the GCL.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Corporation has caused this certificate to be signed this ____day of February, 2009.
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| Title: |
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