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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
x | ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007
or
¨ | TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the transition period from to
Commission file number: 0-51948
Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Maryland | 20-1432284 | |
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) | (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) |
225 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT, 06905-3039
(Address of principal executive offices, including Zip Code)
(203) 352-4400
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: None
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
Title of each class | ||||
Class A Common Stock, $.01 par value |
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ¨ No x
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ¨ No x
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ¨ No x
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. x
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of “accelerated filer and large accelerated filer” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filer ¨ | Accelerated filer x | Non-accelerated filer ¨ | Smaller reporting company ¨ |
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes ¨ No x
As of June 30, 2007, the aggregate market value of the 3,210,036 shares of common stock held by non-affiliates of the Registrant was $380,068,262 based upon the last sale price of $118.40 per share as of June 30, 2007.
As of March 7, 2008, there were 3,603,187 shares of Common Stock outstanding.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Specified portions of the registrant’s proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission pursuant to Regulation 14A in connection with the registrant’s 2008 Annual Meeting of Stockholders are incorporated by reference into Part III of this annual report.
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PART I | ||||
Item 1. | 2 | |||
Item 1A. | 9 | |||
Item 1B. | 18 | |||
Item 2. | 19 | |||
Item 3. | 27 | |||
Item 4. | 27 | |||
PART II | ||||
Item 5. | 28 | |||
Item 6. | 34 | |||
Item 7. | Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | 36 | ||
Item 7A. | 57 | |||
Item 8. | 58 | |||
Item 9. | Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure | 59 | ||
Item 9A. | 59 | |||
Item 9B. | 59 | |||
PART III | ||||
Item 10. | 60 | |||
Item 11. | 60 | |||
Item 12. | Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholders Matters | 60 | ||
Item 13. | Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence | 60 | ||
Item 14. | 60 | |||
PART IV | ||||
Item 15. | 60 |
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This Form 10-K may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), regarding, among other things, our plans, strategies and prospects, both business and financial. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that represent our beliefs concerning future operations, strategies, financial results or other developments. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as, but not limited to, “may,” “should,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “would be,” “believe,” or “continue” or the negative or other variations of comparable terminology. Because these forward-looking statements are based on estimates and assumptions that are subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control or are subject to change, actual results could be materially different. Although we believe that our plans, intentions and expectations reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure you that we will achieve or realize these plans, intentions or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date this Form 10-K is filed with the Securities Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Except as required by law, we do not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this Form 10-K. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements are disclosed in “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”
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PART I
Item 1. | Business. |
GENERAL
Except where the context suggests otherwise, the terms “we,” “us,” “our” and the “Fund” refer to Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc.
The Fund is a Maryland corporation and was incorporated on May 28, 2004 (“Inception”). The Fund was created to provide accredited investors within the meaning of Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933 (the “Securities Act”) with an opportunity to participate in a private real estate investment fund that has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) for federal income tax purposes. We are authorized to issue up to 5,000,000 of our Class A common stock, $0.01 par value per share (our “Common Stock” or “Shares”). Please note that while we use the term “Fund,” the Fund is not a mutual fund or any other type of “investment company” as that term is defined by the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”) and will not be registered under that Act.
From Inception through December 22, 2004, LaSalle US Holdings, Inc. (“LUSHI”) was the sole stockholder of the Fund, and the Fund was managed and advised by LaSalle Investment Management, Inc. (“LaSalle”), a Maryland corporation. On December 23, 2004, we held an initial closing (the “Initial Closing”) and sold Shares for $100 per share to approximately 400 accredited investors. Also on December 23, 2004, our sponsor, U.S. Trust Company, N.A., acting through its investment advisory division, U.S. Trust Company, N.A. Asset Management Division, became the manager of the Fund (the “Former Manager”). On December 16, 2005, UST Advisers, Inc. (the “Manager”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of U.S. Trust Company, N.A., assumed the duties and responsibilities of U.S. Trust Company, N.A. Asset Management Division and became the manager of the Fund. The Manager is registered as an investment advisor with the SEC. The Manager has the day-to-day responsibility for our management and administration pursuant to a management agreement between us and the Manager (the “Management Agreement”). On March 31, 2006, U.S. Trust Company, N.A. merged with its affiliate, United States Trust Company, National Association (“U.S. Trust”), with U.S. Trust as the surviving entity.
On July 1, 2007, U.S. Trust Corporation and all of its subsidiaries, including the Manager, were acquired by Bank of America Corporation (“BAC”). As a result of this transaction, UST Advisers, Inc., the Manager of the Fund, and UST Securities Corp., the Fund’s placement agent, (both indirect subsidiaries of U.S. Trust) are now indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries of, and controlled by, BAC. Prior to the transaction, U.S. Trust and its subsidiaries, including UST Advisers, Inc. and UST Securities Corp., were controlled by The Charles Schwab Corporation. UST Advisers, Inc. continues to serve as the Manager of the Fund and UST Securities Corp. continues to serve as the placement agent to the Fund, and the Fund has consented to the change in ownership of the Manager and UST Securities Corp. On February 22, 2008, U.S. Trust merged into Bank of America, N.A., an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of BAC.
The Manager and the Fund have contracted with LaSalle to act as our investment advisor (the “Advisor”). The Advisor is registered as an investment advisor with the SEC. The Advisor has broad discretion with respect to our investment decisions and is responsible for selecting our investments and for managing our investment portfolio pursuant to the terms of the Advisory Agreement among the Fund, the Advisor and the Manager (the “Advisory Agreement”). LaSalle is a wholly-owned but operationally independent subsidiary of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, a New York Stock Exchange-listed real estate services and money management firm. We have no employees as all operations are overseen and undertaken by the Manager and Advisor. In accordance with Maryland law, the Fund does have certain officers who administer the Fund’s operations. These officers are employees of, and are compensated by, the Manager.
The Manager has retained The Townsend Group, at the expense of the Manager, to assist the Manager in reviewing the investment activities of the Advisor and the investment performance of the Fund’s assets and monitoring compliance with the Fund’s investment guidelines. The Townsend Group is a consulting firm whose
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exclusive focus is the asset class of real estate. Founded in 1983, and with offices in Cleveland, Denver and San Francisco, The Townsend Group is a provider of real estate consulting services to institutional investors in the United States.
As of December 31, 2007, we owned interests in 39 properties totaling approximately 8.6 million square feet. For a description of our properties, see “Item 2. Properties.”
INVESTMENT STRATEGY
Our investment objective is to seek to generate attractive long-term risk-adjusted total returns. We intend to pursue our investment objective by investing in real estate and real estate related assets directly or through subsidiaries (as described below), including joint venture arrangements with third parties. We intend to acquire and manage a portfolio of real estate investments that is diversified by both property sector and by geographic market. Specifically, we intend to pursue investments in well-located, well-leased assets within the office, retail, industrial and apartment sectors in the United States (the “Primary Sectors”). We expect to actively manage the mix of properties and markets over time in response to changing operating fundamentals within each property sector and to changing economies and real estate markets in the cities considered for investment. When consistent with our investment objective, we will also seek to maximize the tax efficiency of our investments through tax-free exchanges and other tax planning strategies. Our investment strategy may be changed from time to time by our board of directors.
We expect that a majority of our total return will be generated from operating income. We also expect to have the potential for moderate capital appreciation over a market cycle. We will seek to minimize risk and maintain stability of income and value through broad diversification across property sectors and geographic markets and by balancing tenant lease expirations and debt maturities across the portfolio. We expect to employ debt financing to enhance returns when mortgage interest rates are at attractive levels relative to real estate income yields. To moderate risk, we expect to limit overall portfolio leverage to 65% (portfolio leverage is calculated as our share of the current property debt balance divided by the fair value of all our real estate investments). We expect to rely primarily on fixed-rate financing to lock in favorable spreads between real estate income yields and mortgage interest rates, and expect to maintain a balanced schedule of debt maturities.
We may also seek to enhance overall portfolio returns by selectively investing in higher-risk properties involving more significant leasing and/or capital reinvestment challenges. Since our net asset value, or NAV, as defined under “Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholders Matters and Issuer Purchase of Equity Securities,” exceeds $300 million, we may invest up to 25% of our assets in investments in sectors other than the Primary Sectors and/or properties located outside of the United States (“Other Investments”). These Other Investments will be considered when the anticipated incremental return outweighs the inherent incremental risk relative to the Primary Sectors. Pursuant to the terms of the Advisory Agreement, the Manager has retained the right to appoint one or more additional advisors with respect to Other Investments.
INVESTMENT POLICIES
We may invest directly in real estate or indirectly in real estate through interests in corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships and joint ventures having an equity interest in real property, real estate investment trusts, ground leases, tenant in common interests, participating mortgages, convertible mortgages, second mortgages, mezzanine loans or other debt interests convertible into equity interests in real property, options to purchase real estate, real property purchase-and-leaseback transactions and other transactions and investments with respect to real estate. Prior to our NAV reaching $300 million, all real estate investments were required to be located in the United States. Now that our NAV exceeds $300 million, up to 25% of our assets may be located outside the United States. As of the filing of this Form 10-K, all but one of our assets are located within the United States.
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We intend, where appropriate, to employ leverage to enhance our returns. Long-term non-recourse financing, on a portfolio-wide basis, is not expected to exceed 65% of portfolio fair value without the approval of our board of directors. Leverage on any single property is not expected to exceed 75% of the property’s fair value without the approval of our board of directors. There is no set limit as to the number of mortgages that may be secured by a single property, as long as the 75% leverage threshold is not exceeded. At December 31, 2007, we had an unsecured line of credit of $70 million for short-term operating, property acquisitions and other working capital needs which is excluded from the portfolio leverage limits described above.
The Advisor performs hold/sell analyses for each property as part of the annual strategic planning process. A sale decision may originate at the portfolio level, where diversification objectives relating to property, geographical mix or scheduled lease expirations may indicate the need to rebalance the portfolio. A range of property-specific conditions may also indicate the need to sell, including changing demand fundamentals, potential market oversupply, changing conditions in capital markets, or changes in the asset’s competitive status in its market. Ultimately, the optimal holding period for every property is the period that maximizes return within our risk tolerance objectives. This goal is achieved when:
• | the Advisor’s research and analysis conclude that the asset or the market have reached a cyclical peak; |
• | analysis indicates that a property is likely to under-perform our return objectives going forward; |
• | analysis indicates that a property’s risk profile exceeds our tolerances; or |
• | we can achieve improved returns by redeploying capital into new investments. |
We have no limitation on the percentage of total assets that may be invested in any asset, nor the concentration of investments in any one geographic location nor to any individual tenant. The Advisory Agreement includes broad investment guidelines that provide for our diversification goals, which include goals for investment style, property type and geographic diversification.
COMPETITION
We face competition when attempting to make real estate investments, including competition from domestic and foreign financial institutions, other REITs, life insurance companies, pension funds, partnerships and individual investors. The leasing of real estate is highly competitive. Our properties compete for tenants with similar properties primarily on the basis of location, total occupancy costs (including base rent and operating expenses), services provided, and the design and condition of the improvements.
SEASONALITY
Our investments are not materially impacted by seasonality, despite certain of our retail tenants being impacted by seasonality. Percentage rents (rents computed as a percentage of tenant sales) that we earn from investments in retail properties may, in the future, be impacted by seasonality.
ENVIRONMENTAL STRATEGIES
As an owner and operator of real estate, we are subject to various environmental laws. Compliance with existing laws has not had a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations, and we do not believe it will have such an impact in the future. However, we cannot predict the impact of unforeseen environmental contingencies or new or changed environmental laws or regulations applicable to our current investments in properties or investments in properties we may make in the future. During our due diligence prior to making investments in properties, we retain qualified environmental consultants to assist us in identifying and quantifying environmental risks associated with such investments.
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GEOGRAPHIC CONCENTRATION
The following sets forth the percentage of our consolidated revenues derived from properties owned in each state or Canadian providence that accounted for more than 10% of our consolidated revenues during 2005, 2006 and 2007:
State | Percentage of Consolidated Revenues | |
2007 | ||
California | 22% | |
Colorado | 13% | |
Georgia | 13% | |
Arizona | 11% | |
Washington | 10% | |
2006 | ||
California | 21% | |
Colorado | 17% | |
Arizona | 15% | |
Virginia | 13% | |
Georgia | 13% | |
Washington | 11% | |
2005 | ||
Virginia | 44% | |
Georgia | 30% | |
Illinois | 13% |
FOREIGN OPERATIONS
We currently own one property outside the United States, a multi-tenant office building located in Calgary, Canada. We are subject to currency risk and general Canadian economy risks associated with this investment. Canada accounted for 2% of our consolidated revenues from the year ended December 31, 2007.
DEPENDENCE ON SIGNIFICANT TENANTS
For the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, Fannie Mae accounted for 9% and 13% of our consolidated revenues, respectively. For the year ended December 31, 2005, Fannie Mae, Havertys Furniture Companies, Inc. and TNT Logistics North America, Inc. accounted for 44%, 14% and 13% of our consolidated revenues, respectively.
REPORTABLE SEGMENTS
Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Statement No. 131, “Disclosures about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information” (“SFAS 131”), requires disclosure of certain operating and financial data with respect to separate business activities within an enterprise. Our primary business is the ownership and operation of real estate investments. We evaluate cash flow and allocate resources on a property-by-property basis. We aggregate our properties into one reportable segment since all properties are institutional quality real estate. We do not distinguish or group our consolidated operations by property type or on a geographic basis. Accordingly, we have concluded that we currently have a single reportable segment for SFAS 131 purposes.
AVAILABLE INFORMATION
We are subject to the information requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or the Exchange Act. Therefore, we file periodic reports, proxy statements and other information with the SEC. Such reports, proxy statements and other information may be obtained by visiting the Public Reference Room of the SEC at
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100 F Street, NE, Washington, DC 20549 or by calling the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330. In addition, the SEC maintains a website (www.sec.gov) that contains reports, proxy and information statements, and other information regarding issuers, like the Fund, that file electronically. We currently do not have an Internet website. However we provide electronic copies of our SEC filings free of charge upon request. If you would like us to send you an electronic or paper copy of our SEC filings, please contact Peggy Lynn, 225 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT 06905-3039, or call (203) 352-4497.
INSURANCE
Although we believe our investments are currently adequately covered by insurance consistent with the level of coverage that is standard in our industry, we cannot predict at this time if we will be able to obtain adequate coverage at a reasonable cost in the future.
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT
Henry I. Feuerstein, age 55, has been Chief Executive Officer of the Fund since September 2006. Mr. Feuerstein is a Senior Vice President of Global Wealth Investment Management’s (“GWIM”) Alternative Investment Solutions. He joined BAC in July 2007 via BAC’s acquisition of U.S. Trust. At U.S. Trust, Mr. Feuerstein was head of Alternative Investments Division for Real Estate and Private Equity. In this capacity, Mr. Feuerstein oversaw groups making direct and fund investments across the investment categories of real estate and private equity. Prior to joining U.S. Trust in 2006, Mr. Feuerstein served as a managing director at Cohen & Company Real Estate, a brokerage firm specializing in the sale of shopping centers throughout the United States. Prior to Cohen & Company Real Estate, Mr. Feuerstein was a partner at McLaughlin and Stern, a prominent New York City boutique law firm. As senior partner of the Real Estate department, he oversaw the transactions of the law firm’s real estate clients – primarily the acquisition of commercial and residential properties, new ground-up development, retail, shopping center and office leasing, and brokerage. Mr. Feuerstein’s career has also included the acquisition of real estate. During the years 1986-1991, he formed partnerships to acquire apartment buildings in New York City and shopping centers in Westchester. Mr. Feuerstein began his career as a real estate attorney in 1977. Mr. Feuerstein holds a J.D. degree from Columbia University and two B.S. degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Steven L. Suss, age 47, has been an officer of the Fund since April 2007. Mr. Suss is the Fund’s Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Financial Officer of the Alternative Investment Solutions of GWIM and is responsible for managing the financial reporting and operational affairs of the investment vehicles within the group. Mr. Suss joined BAC in July 2007 via BAC’s acquisition of U.S. Trust, which he joined in April 2007. At U.S. Trust, Mr. Suss was the Chief Financial Officer of the Alternative Investments Division. Prior to joining U.S. Trust, Mr. Suss served as the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance Officer of Heirloom Capital Management, L.P. (“Heirloom”), an SEC-registered investment adviser focused on investing in small to medium capitalized consumer, healthcare and technology companies, from May 2002 until September 2006. Mr. Suss was responsible for, among other things, all accounting and tax functions for all legal entities and managed accounts affiliated with Heirloom and investor communications. From September 1997 until January 2002, Mr. Suss served as the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Westway Capital LLC, an organization dedicated to achieving high performance returns by investing in technology and technology-related companies. Mr. Suss received a B.B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin.
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE OF THE ADVISOR
All of the Advisor’s major investment decisions on our behalf require the approval of its North American Private Equity Investment Committee, which is comprised of the following:
Peter H. Schaff, age 49, has been a Director of the Fund since May 2004. Mr. Schaff was designated as a Director by the Advisor. Mr. Schaff is an International Director and is the Chief Executive Officer of LaSalle’s North American Private Equity business. Mr. Schaff serves on LaSalle’s North American Private Equity
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Investment and Allocation Committees, and also on its Global Management Committee. Since joining LaSalle in 1984, Mr. Schaff has had extensive experience in all aspects of institutional real estate investment management, including acquisitions, joint ventures, financings, redevelopments, and dispositions. Prior to joining LaSalle, Mr. Schaff was a Banking Officer of Continental Illinois National Bank, working on private debt placements, interest rate swaps and related financial products. Mr. Schaff holds an undergraduate degree from Stanford University and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business. Mr. Schaff is a member of the Urban Land Institute and the Pension Real Estate Association.
Wade W. Judgeis an International Director and Chief Investment Officer of LaSalle’s North American Private Equity business and is the Chairman of LaSalle’s North American Private Equity Investment Committee. Prior to assuming these responsibilities in 2001, Mr. Judge was responsible for directing LaSalle’s U.S. acquisitions group for approximately 11 years. Prior to joining LaSalle in 1992, Mr. Judge worked for the Chairman of Jones Lang LaSalle and later managed the firm’s development group. Before coming to Jones Lang LaSalle in 1975, Mr. Judge was with Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. in New York City. Mr. Judge graduated with a B.A. from Dartmouth College and an M.B.A. from Stanford University.
James Hutchinson is an International Director of LaSalle and a member of the North American Private Equity Investment Committee. He also serves as the President of the Income & Growth Fund series with primary responsibility for acquisitions, financings and capital decisions. Since joining LaSalle in 1985, Mr. Hutchinson has completed property investments with an aggregate value exceeding $1 billion. Prior to joining LaSalle, Mr. Hutchinson was a senior manager in the audit division of Deloitte & Touche in Chicago. Mr. Hutchinson holds a B.A. in mathematics from Brown University and an M.B.A. from Indiana University. He is a C.P.A. and a member of the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties and the Urban Land Institute.
William J. Maher is Director of North American Research & Strategy for LaSalle and has been since he began with the firm in 1995. Mr. Maher is responsible for research relating to real estate investment strategy and direction, as well as market analysis for existing and potential new investments. In addition to leading research efforts throughout North America, he works with clients to develop custom real estate investment and portfolio strategies. Mr. Maher is a member of LaSalle’s U.S. Private Equity Investment Committee, the Global Investment Strategy Committee, and principal author of LaSalle’sInvestment Strategy Annual and quarterlyMarket Watch. Prior to joining LaSalle, Mr. Maher was a partner with Ernst & Young and director of the Real Estate Consulting Group’s Washington, DC office, where he managed the group’s efforts in the fields of strategic planning, market and financial feasibility assessment, portfolio due diligence and corporate real estate. Before that, Mr. Maher was Executive Vice President of Halcyon Ltd., a real estate consulting and services firm. Mr. Maher is a graduate of Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government, holding a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, with distinction. Mr. Maher also completed an executive management program at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and received a B.A. in Economics from Williams College in Massachusetts. Mr. Maher is a member of the Research Advisory Task Force of the International Council of Shopping Centers; the Research Committee Vice Chairman of the Real Estate Roundtable; serves as Vice Chairman of the Program Committee for the Urban Land Institute; and is a member of the Real Estate Investment Committee at Williams College. Mr. Maher is also a member of the Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate and NAREIT.
Non-Voting, Ex Officio Members
The following employees of the Advisor are non-voting, ex officio members of its North American Private Equity Investment Committee:
Jeff Jacobsonis the Global Chief Executive Officer of LaSalle. In that role, Mr. Jacobson is responsible for a 700 plus person team managing $50 billion of investments in both private and public real estate across all major markets within Europe, North America and Asia Pacific. Mr. Jacobson is a member of Jones Lang LaSalle’s Global Executive Committee, a member of the Jones Lang LaSalle Co-Investment Capital Allocation
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Committee and sits on various LaSalle Investment Committees. Mr. Jacobson was appointed Regional CEO of LaSalle’s European operations in 2000, prior to his appointment as Global CEO in January 2007. Mr. Jacobson was responsible for all aspects of the European business, including servicing the firm’s European investment management clients, chairing the European Investment Committee and implementing growth initiatives. Prior to returning to LaSalle in 2000, Mr. Jacobson was a Managing Director of Security Capital Group Incorporated. From 1986 until 1997, Mr. Jacobson was at LaSalle Partners where he worked on a broad range of property acquisitions, sales financing and restructuring assignments and started up the firm’s successful CMBS investment activities. Mr. Jacobson holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in Economics from Stanford University.
Jacques Gordon is International Director of Research and Investment Strategy for LaSalle and has served in this role since 1994. Mr. Gordon serves on the Advisor’s Global Management and North American Private Equity Investment Committees. Mr. Gordon is responsible for market forecasting, investment strategy development, and the direction of investment research, which monitors capital markets, regional economies and property markets in 120 metropolitan areas in 20 countries. Mr. Gordon is Managing Editor ofMarket Watch, a quarterly publication of LaSalle; a primary author of LaSalle’sInvestment Strategy Annual; and co-chair of the global research committee of Jones Lang LaSalle. Mr. Gordon is a past President of the Real Estate Research Institute and currently chairs the Pension Real Estate Association’s Research Committee. Mr. Gordon also serves on the boards of the American Real Estate Society and the editorial boards ofReal Estate Finance, Journal of Real Estate Portfolio Management and Wharton Real Estate Review. Previously, Mr. Gordon served as Director of Research at Baring Advisors and at Real Estate Research Corporation in Chicago. Mr. Gordon received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and M.Sc. from the London School of Economics and a Ph.D. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
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Item 1A. | Risk Factors. |
You should consider carefully the risks described below and the other information in this Form 10-K, including our consolidated financial statements and the related notes included elsewhere in this Form 10-K. If any of the following risks actually occur, they may materially harm our business and our financial condition and results of operations and cause the Fund’s NAV to decline.
The Fund is subject to the risks of commercial real estate ownership that could reduce the value of its properties.
Real estate historically has experienced significant fluctuations and cycles in value that have resulted in reductions in the value of real estate related investments. Real estate will continue to be subject to such fluctuations and cycles in value in the future that may negatively impact the value of the Fund’s investments. The marketability and value of the Fund’s investments will depend on many factors beyond the control of the Fund. The ultimate performance of the Fund’s investments will be subject to the varying degrees of risk generally incident to the ownership and operation of the underlying real properties. The ultimate value of the Fund’s investment in the underlying real properties depends upon the Fund’s ability to operate the real properties in a manner sufficient to maintain or increase revenues in excess of operating expenses and debt service. Revenues and the values of our properties may be adversely affected by:
• | changes in national or international economic conditions; |
• | cyclicality of real estate; |
• | changes in local market conditions due to changes in general or local economic conditions and neighborhood characteristics; |
• | the financial condition of tenants, buyers and sellers of properties; |
• | competition from other properties offering the same or similar services; |
• | changes in interest rates and in the availability, cost and terms of mortgage debt; |
• | the impact of present or future environmental legislation and compliance with environmental laws; |
• | the ongoing need for capital improvements (particularly in older structures); |
• | changes in real estate tax rates and other operating expenses; |
• | adverse changes in governmental rules and fiscal policies; |
• | civil unrest; |
• | acts of God, including earthquakes, hurricanes and other natural disasters, acts of war, acts of terrorism (any of which may result in uninsured losses); |
• | adverse changes in zoning laws; and |
• | other factors that are beyond the control of the real property owners and the Fund. |
In the event that any of the real properties underlying the Fund’s investments experience any of the foregoing events or occurrences, the value of and return on such investments would be negatively impacted.
The success of the Fund will be dependent on the availability of, and the degree of competition for, attractive investments. The lack of availability of attractive investments could materially impair the financial performance of the Fund.
The Fund’s operating results will be dependent upon the availability of, and the Advisor’s ability to identify, acquire and manage, appropriate real estate investment opportunities. It may take considerable time for the Fund to identify and acquire appropriate investments. In general, the availability of desirable real estate opportunities
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and the Fund’s investment returns will be affected by the level and volatility of interest rates, conditions in the financial markets and general, national and local economic conditions. No assurance can be given that the Fund will be successful in identifying, underwriting and then acquiring investments which satisfy the Fund’s return objectives or that such investments, once acquired, will perform as intended. The Fund is engaged in a competitive business and competes for investments with traditional equity sources, both public and private, as well as existing funds, or funds formed in the future, with similar investment objectives. If the Fund cannot effectively compete with these entities for investments, its ability to achieve its investment objective will be adversely affected.
The past performance of the Manager and the Advisor or any fund connected to either is not a predictor of future results of the Fund, and the Fund may not achieve positive financial results.
Neither the track record of senior management of the Manager or the Advisor nor the performance of any fund connected to either shall imply or predict (directly or indirectly) any level of future performance of the Fund, the Manager or the Advisor. The Advisor’s and Manager’s performance and the performance of the Fund is dependent on future events and is, therefore, inherently uncertain. Past performance cannot be relied upon to predict future events due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation, varying business strategies, different local and national economic circumstances, different supply and demand characteristics, varying degrees of competition, varying circumstances pertaining to the real estate capital markets and the cyclical nature of real estate. The Fund has a very short-term performance history, and the Fund may not achieve positive financial results.
If the Fund is unable to obtain leverage on favorable terms, its ability to make new investments, its operating costs and its ability to make dividend payments may be adversely affected.
The Fund’s return on investment is somewhat dependent upon its ability to grow its portfolio of existing and future investments through the use of leverage. The Fund’s ability to obtain the leverage necessary on attractive terms will ultimately depend upon its ability to maintain interest coverage ratios and meet market underwriting standards which will vary according to lenders’ assessments of the Fund’s creditworthiness and its ability to comply with the terms of the borrowings. The Fund’s failure to obtain leverage at the contemplated levels, or to obtain leverage on attractive terms, could have a material adverse effect on the Fund’s ability to make new investments, its operating costs and its ability to pay dividends over time.
The Fund’s use of leverage could impair its financial performance and result in the loss of some or all of its assets.
Leverage creates an opportunity for increased return on the Fund’s investments, but at the same time creates risks. For example, leveraging magnifies changes in the net worth of the Fund. This magnification may be realized, for example, in a circumstance where the gross asset value of one of the Fund’s investments declines, the principal amount of the debt secured by that investment stays constant and the net equity or net worth of the Fund absorbs 100% of the decline in the investment’s value. The Fund will leverage assets only when there is an expectation that leverage will enhance returns, although there can be no assurance that the Fund’s use of leverage will prove to be beneficial. Moreover, there can be no assurance that the Fund will be able to meet its debt service obligations and, to the extent that it cannot, the Fund risks the loss of some or all of its assets or a financial loss if the Fund is required to liquidate assets at a commercially inopportune time.
If the Manager or Advisor were to lose key personnel or the Fund were to lose the services of the Manager or the Advisor, the Fund’s ability to run its business could be adversely affected.
The Manager’s ability to successfully manage the Fund’s affairs currently depends on the Manager’s organization and the Advisor’s ability to identify, structure and finance investments. The Fund will also be relying to a substantial extent on the experience, relationships and expertise of the senior management and other
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key employees of the Manager and the Advisor. There can be no assurance that these individuals will remain in the employ of the Manager and the Advisor. The loss of the services of the Manager’s organization, the Advisor’s investment advice or any of such individuals, could have a material adverse effect on the Fund’s operations. In addition, under certain circumstances, our board of directors has the right to remove the Manager and the Advisor.
The Fund incurs significant costs in connection with Exchange Act compliance and it may become subject to liability or sanctions for any failure to comply, which could materially impact results of operations and financial condition of the Fund.
The Fund is subject to Exchange Act rules and related reporting requirements. Compliance with the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act requires timely filing of Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Current Reports on Form 8-K, among other actions. Further, recently enacted regulations and standards relating to corporate governance and disclosure requirements applicable to public companies, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and the SEC regulations relating thereto, have increased the costs of corporate governance, reporting and disclosure practices to which the Fund is subject. The Fund’s efforts to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including requirements of the Exchange Act and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, involve significant, and potentially increasing, costs. In addition, these laws, rules and regulations create legal bases for administrative, civil and criminal proceedings against the Fund in cases of non-compliance.
The Fund may not achieve its return objectives, which may adversely affect the value of our Common Stock.
The Fund will make investments based on the Advisor’s estimates or projections of internal rates of return and current returns, which in turn are based on, among other considerations, assumptions regarding the performance of Fund assets, the amount and terms of available financing and the manner and timing of dispositions, all of which are subject to significant uncertainty. In addition, events or conditions that have not been anticipated may occur and could have a significant effect on the ability of the Fund to generate attractive long-term risk-adjusted total returns. The Fund has a limited operating history and therefore may be subject to greater uncertainty than funds with longer track records. Moreover, the Fund’s ability to achieve its objectives may be adversely impacted by any of the factors discussed in this “Risk Factors” section. The Fund’s failure to achieve its return objectives may adversely affect the value of our Common Stock.
The Fund may suffer declines in rental revenue and/or occupancy at certain of its current and future retail properties related to co-tenancy provisions contained in certain tenant’s leases, which would have a negative impact on the value of our Common Stock.
Tenants of certain retail properties held by the Fund have leases which contain co-tenancy provisions, which require either certain tenants and/or certain amounts of square footage to be occupied and open for business or other tenants of the property gain certain rights. These rights often include the right to pay reduced rents and/or the right to terminate the lease should the co-tenancy provision not be satisfied. As a result of these co-tenancy provisions, and the exercise of rights pursuant to these provisions, the loss of a single tenant may have a negative impact on the Fund beyond the loss of rent from that particular tenant, in that the loss of a tenant due to its exercise of its co-tenancy provision, may trigger the co-tenancy provisions of other tenants, which can result in additional co-tenancy provisions being triggered. In addition, the Fund could still be negatively impacted even if a tenant that vacates the property continues to pay the full rent amount under its lease as the reduced occupancy could permit other tenants to exercise their co-tenancy provision rights. As a result, the Fund would have to recognize reduced rental income and/or reduced occupancy, which would have a negative impact on the value of the Fund’s Common Stock. In this regard, co-tenancy provisions were triggered in 2005 at Legacy Village, which resulted in a decrease in rental revenue at this property. See “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Significant Events—Events at Unconsolidated Properties.”
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If significant tenants were to default on their lease obligations to the Fund, its results of operations and ability to pay dividends to stockholders may be adversely affected.
During the year ended December 31, 2007, Fannie Mae accounted for 9% of consolidated revenues. If this significant tenant were to default on its lease obligation to the Fund, our results of operations and ability to pay dividends to our stockholders would be adversely affected.
The costs of compliance with environmental laws and other governmental laws and regulations may adversely affect the Fund’s results of operations and financial condition and its ability to pay dividends to stockholders.
All real property and the operations conducted on real property are subject to federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to environmental protection and human health and safety. These laws and regulations generally govern wastewater discharges, air emissions, the operation and removal of underground and above-ground storage tanks, the use, storage, treatment, transportation and disposal of solid and hazardous materials, and the remediation of contamination associated with disposals. Some of these laws and regulations may impose joint and several liability on tenants, owners or operators for the costs of investigation or remediation of contaminated properties, regardless of fault or the legality of the original disposal. Under various federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations, a current or previous owner, developer or operator of real property may be liable for the costs of removal or remediation of hazardous or toxic substances at, on, under, or in its property. In addition, the presence of these substances, or the failure to properly remediate these substances, may subject the Fund to claims by private plaintiffs and adversely affect its ability to sell or rent a property or to use the property as collateral for future borrowings.
Some of these laws and regulations have been amended so as to require compliance with new or more stringent standards as of future dates. Compliance with new or more stringent laws or regulations, stricter interpretation of existing laws or the future discovery of environmental contamination may require material expenditures by the Fund. The Fund cannot assure that future laws, ordinances or regulations will not impose any material environmental liability, or that the current environmental condition of its properties will not be affected by the operations of the tenants, by the existing condition of the land, by operations in the vicinity of the properties, such as the presence of underground storage tanks, or by the activities of unrelated third parties.
These laws typically allow liens to be placed on the affected property. In addition, there are various local, state and federal fire, health, life-safety and similar regulations with which the Fund may be required to comply and that may subject it to liability in the form of fines and/or damages for noncompliance.
The Fund cannot predict what other environmental legislation or regulations will be enacted in the future, how existing or future laws or regulations will be administered or interpreted, or what environmental conditions may be found to exist in the future. The Fund cannot provide assurance that its business, results of operations, liquidity, financial condition and ability to pay dividends will not be adversely affected by these laws.
The Fund’s properties may contain or develop harmful mold, which could lead to liability for adverse health effects and costs of remediation of the problem.
When excessive moisture accumulates in buildings or on building materials, mold growth may occur, particularly if the moisture problem remains undiscovered or is not addressed over a period of time. Some molds may produce airborne toxins or irritants. Public concern about indoor exposure to mold has been increasing along with awareness that exposure to mold may cause a variety of adverse health effects and symptoms, including allergic or other reactions. As a result, the presence of a significant amount of mold at any of the Fund’s properties could require the Fund to undertake a costly remediation program to contain or remove the mold from the affected properties. In addition, the presence of mold could expose the Fund to liability from tenants, employees of tenants and others if property damage or health concerns arise as a result of the presence of mold in the properties of the Fund. If the Fund ever becomes subject to significant mold-related liabilities, its business, financial condition, liquidity, results of operations and ability to pay dividends could be materially and adversely affected.
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Stockholders may experience dilution.
The Fund expects to sell additional Shares through private placements to accredited investors. Stockholders that do not participate in future private placements will experience dilution in the percentage of their equity investment in the Fund. In addition, depending on the value of the Fund’s properties at the time of any future sale of Shares, stockholders may experience dilution in Current Share Price (as defined under “Item 5. Markets for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholders Matters and Issuer Purchase of Equity Securities” below) of their Shares.
If the Fund is unable to raise additional capital to support its growth through the sale of Shares, its financial results may suffer.
To support the Fund’s growth and further diversify its portfolio and investments, the Fund expects to raise additional capital by selling Shares to accredited investors in private placement transactions. If the Fund were unable to sell additional Shares due to market forces or other factors, its ability to grow its business may be adversely affected. This may negatively affect the Fund’s ability to achieve greater diversification and economies of scale in its operations and therefore, may adversely affect its financial results.
Future terrorist attacks may result in financial losses for the Fund and limit its ability to obtain terrorism insurance.
The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 disrupted the United States financial markets and negatively impacted the U.S. economy in general. Any future terrorist attacks and the anticipation of any such attacks, or the consequences of the military or other response by the United States and its allies, may have a further adverse impact on U.S. financial markets, including real estate capital markets, and the economy. It is not possible to predict the severity of the effect that such future events would have on the financial markets and economy.
It is possible that the economic impact of any future terrorist attacks will adversely affect some of the Fund’s investments. Some of the Fund’s investments, particularly those located in or around major population centers, may be more susceptible to these adverse effects than others. The Fund may suffer losses as a result of the adverse impact of any future attacks and these losses may adversely impact investors’ returns.
In addition, the events of September 11, 2001 created significant uncertainty regarding the ability of real estate owners of high profile properties to obtain insurance coverage protecting against terrorist attacks at commercially reasonable rates, if at all. With the enactment of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act, which was extended through 2014 by Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007, insurers must make terrorism insurance available under their property and casualty insurance policies, but this legislation does not regulate the pricing of such insurance. The absence of affordable insurance coverage may affect the general real estate lending market, lending volume and the market’s overall loss of liquidity may reduce the number of suitable investment opportunities available to the Fund and the pace at which its investments are made. The Fund currently carries terrorism insurance under its master insurance program on all of its investments.
Insurance on the Fund’s properties may not adequately cover all losses to its properties, which could reduce stockholder returns if a material uninsured loss occurs.
The Fund’s tenants are required to maintain property insurance coverage for the properties under net leases. The Fund maintains a blanket policy on its properties not insured by its tenants. There are various types of losses, generally of a catastrophic nature, such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, terrorism or acts of war, that may be uninsurable or not economically insurable. Should an uninsured loss occur, the Fund could lose its capital investment and/or anticipated profits and cash flow from one or more properties. Inflation, changes in building codes and ordinances, environmental considerations, and other factors, including terrorism or acts of war, might make the insurance proceeds insufficient to repair or replace a property if it is damaged or destroyed. In that case, the insurance proceeds received might not be adequate to restore the Fund’s economic position with respect to the affected real property, which could reduce the amounts the Fund has available to pay dividends.
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Due to limitations on the ability of the Fund to repurchase stockholders’ Shares and restrictions on their transfer, an investment in the Shares will be illiquid.
An investment in Shares requires a long-term commitment, with no certainty of return. The sale of Shares to investors in the Fund have not been registered under the Securities Act and the Shares may not be offered or sold except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws. The Fund does not currently intend to apply for listing of its Common Stock on any securities exchange or arrange for it to be quoted on any automated dealer quotation system. There is no public market for the Shares and none is expected to develop. The Shares are also subject to other transfer restrictions.
Although the Fund intends to provide liquidity to its stockholders, subject to board of directors approval, by conducting tender offers pursuant to which the Fund expects to offer to repurchase a specific percentage, number or dollar amount of outstanding Shares, the Fund may not have sufficient available cash to fund the repurchase of Shares. There is no guarantee that cash will be available at any particular time to fund repurchases of Shares, and the Fund will be under no obligation to make such cash available through the sale of assets, borrowings or otherwise. In addition, the Fund’s compliance with the Federal income tax rules applicable to REITs and rules under the Federal securities laws may affect the Fund’s ability to repurchase Shares. If the number of Shares tendered by stockholders exceeds the percentage, number or dollar amount of Shares offered to be repurchased by the Fund, the Fund might only accept Shares properly tendered on a pro rata basis.
In addition, the repurchase of Shares is subject to regulatory requirements imposed by the SEC. The Fund’s repurchase procedures are intended to comply with such requirements. However, in the event that the Board determines that the Fund’s repurchase procedures described above are required to be or appropriately should be amended, the Board will adopt revised repurchase procedures as necessary to ensure the Fund’s compliance with applicable regulations or as the Board in its sole discretion deems appropriate. The Fund may terminate, reduce or otherwise change the above share repurchase program.
The Fund’s investments may be illiquid, which may limit the Fund’s ability to repurchase Shares.
Real estate investments are relatively illiquid. Such illiquidity may limit the Fund’s ability to vary its portfolio of investments in response to changes in economic and other conditions. Illiquidity may result from the absence of an established market for real estate investments as well as the legal or contractual restrictions on their resale. In addition, illiquidity may result from the decline in value of one of the Fund’s investments. There can be no assurances that the fair market value of any of the Fund’s real property investments will not decrease in the future. The relative illiquidity of the Fund’s investments may limit its ability to repurchase your Shares through tender offers as planned.
If the Fund is not able to appropriately diversify its investments, its financial results would be disproportionately affected by a downturn in the particular geographic region or property sector in which its investments are concentrated.
While the Fund intends to diversify its investments both geographically and by property sector, there is no assurance as to the degree of diversification that will actually be achieved by the Fund. The Fund may not be able to assemble a fully diversified portfolio. Furthermore, the Fund may make investments involving contemplated sales or refinancings that do not actually occur as expected, which could lead to increased risk as a result of it having an unintended long-term investment and reduced diversification. Further diversification consistent with the Fund’s objectives will be dependent on a number of additional factors, including the Fund’s ability to raise additional capital, so there can be no assurance that the Fund’s diversification objectives will be achieved. To the extent the Fund is not able to appropriately diversify its investments, its financial results would be adversely affected if there were a downturn in the particular geographic region or property sector in which the Fund’s investments were concentrated. As of December 31, 2007, 48% of the current fair value of the Fund’s consolidated properties is geographically concentrated in the western United States. Fifty-two percent and 48%
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of the current fair value of unconsolidated properties are geographically concentrated in the midwestern and western United States, respectively. The Fund’s diversification of consolidated properties by property type, based on current fair value as of December 31, 2007, consists of 47% in the office property sector, 21% in the retail property sector, 15% in the industrial property sector and 17% in the residential property sector. The Fund’s diversification of unconsolidated properties by property type at December 31, 2007 consists of 52% in the retail property sector and 48% in the office property sector.
The Fund may not have unilateral control over some of its investments and may be unable to take actions to protect its interests in these investments, which may result in losses with respect to these investments and expose the Fund to liability.
In certain situations, the Fund may (a) acquire only a minority interest in a property or other asset in which it invests, (b) rely on independent third party management or strategic partners with respect to the operations of a property or other asset in which it invests or (c) acquire only a participation in an asset underlying an investment, and therefore may not be able to exercise control over the management of such investment. The Fund may also co-invest with third parties through partnerships, joint ventures or other entities, thereby acquiring non-controlling interests in certain investments. These investments may involve risks not present in investments where a third party is not involved, including the possibility that a third party partner or co-venturer may have financial difficulties resulting in a negative impact on such investment, may have economic or business interests or goals that are inconsistent with or adverse to those of the Fund, or may be in a position to take action contrary to the Fund’s investment objectives. The Fund may in certain circumstances be liable for the actions of its third party partners or co-venturers. In addition, the Fund’s lack of control over the properties in which it invests could result in the Fund being unable to obtain accurate and timely financial information for these properties and could adversely affect the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting.
A portion of the Advisor’s and Manager’s fees is based on the Fund’s ability to generate cash flow from operations, which may result in the Advisor and the Manager having incentives that conflict with those of the Fund’s stockholders.
A portion of the Advisor’s and Manager’s fees is based on the Fund’s ability to generate cash flow from operations. Therefore, they may have an incentive to maximize the amount of cash generated from Fund operations, rather than to maximize appreciation, and to hold properties rather than to sell properties at an otherwise appropriate time for the stockholders.
Because a portion of the fees paid to the Manager and the Advisor is based on the Fund’s NAV, the Manager and the Advisor may have an incentive to sell Shares at a time when the capital from those sales cannot be effectively employed, which could harm the Fund’s financial performance and decrease the amount of dividends paid to stockholders.
A portion of the fees paid to the Manager and the Advisor is based on the Fund’s NAV. The Manager and the Advisor may have an incentive to sell Shares, as doing so will bring cash into the Fund and increase NAV, which, in turn, will increase the amount of fees paid to the Manager and the Advisor. However, if the Fund is not able to effectively deploy this capital in new real estate investments, the Fund’s financial performance may be harmed and the amount of dividends paid to stockholders could decrease.
Stockholders will have limited recourse against the Board, the Manager and the Advisor.
The Fund’s governing documents, as well as the Management Agreement and Advisory Agreement, limit the circumstances under which the Board, the Manager, the Advisor and their respective affiliates, including their officers, partners, employees, stockholders, members, managers and other agents, can be held liable to the Fund and our stockholders. For example, the Fund’s charter provides that the directors and officers will not be liable to the Fund or our stockholders for money damages to the maximum extent permissible under Maryland law. In
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addition, the Advisory Agreement and the Management Agreement, respectively, provide for the Fund to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Advisor and the Manager and their affiliates, partners, members, stockholders, officers, employees, agents, successors, and assigns from and against all liabilities, judgments, costs, losses, and expenses, including attorneys’ fees, charges and expenses and expert witness fees, of any nature, kind or description, arising out of claims by third parties in connection with the Advisory Agreement and the Management Agreement, respectively, and the Advisor’s and the Manager’s respective services thereunder except to the extent caused by or resulting from (i) the Advisor’s or Manager’s breach of the Advisory Agreement or Management Agreement, as applicable, or (ii) the negligent or wrongful acts or omissions of the Advisor or Manager or their affiliates, officers, partners, agents, employees, successors or assigns. As a result, our stockholders may have a more limited right of action in certain cases than they would have in the absence of such limitations.
If the Fund fails to qualify as a “venture capital operating company” under ERISA, stockholders subject to ERISA and the related excise tax provisions of the Internal Revenue Code may be subject to adverse financial and legal consequences if they engage in specified prohibited transactions.
Stockholders subject to ERISA should consult their own advisors as to the effect of ERISA on an investment in the Shares. The Advisor will use reasonable best efforts to conduct the operations of the Fund so that the Fund will qualify as a “venture capital operating company” under applicable ERISA regulations. If in the future the Fund were to fail to qualify as a venture capital operating company under ERISA and the Fund’s investments would be deemed to be “plan assets” of the stockholders that are employee benefit plans subject to ERISA (“Plans”), transactions involving the assets of the Fund with “Parties in Interest” under ERISA or “Disqualified Persons” under the Internal Revenue Code, which we refer to as the Code, with respect to such Plans might be prohibited under Section 406 of ERISA and Section 4975 of the Code.
The Fund may not be able to qualify for exemption from registration under the Investment Company Act, which could limit the Fund’s ability to use leverage and could materially impair the Fund’s financial performance.
The Fund intends not to become regulated as an investment company under the Investment Company Act based upon certain exemptions thereunder. Accordingly, the Fund does not expect to be subject to the restrictive provisions of the Investment Company Act. If the Fund fails to qualify for exemption from registration as an investment company, its ability to use leverage would be substantially reduced and it may be unable to conduct its business as described in this report. Any failure to qualify for such exemption from the Investment Company Act could have a material adverse effect on the operations and expenses of the Fund. The Fund’s efforts to avoid registration as an investment company in reliance on one of the available exemptions may affect the composition of the Fund’s investment portfolio and the investment and disposition decisions of the Advisor.
Our Charter does not permit ownership of over 9.9% of the Fund’s Common Stock by any individual or entity, and attempts to acquire Shares in excess of the 9.9% limit would be void without the prior approval of our board of directors.
For the purpose of preserving the Fund’s REIT qualification, our Charter prohibits, without the consent of our board of directors, direct or constructive ownership by any individual or entity of more than 9.9% of the lesser of the total number or value of the Shares as a means of preventing ownership of more than 50% of the Shares by five or fewer individuals. Our Charter’s constructive ownership rules are complex and may cause the Shares owned by a group of related individuals or entities to be deemed to be constructively owned by one individual. As a result, the acquisition of less than 9.9% of the Common Stock by an individual or entity could cause an individual to own constructively in excess of 9.9% of the Shares, and thus be subject to our Charter’s ownership limit. Any attempt to own or transfer Shares in excess of the ownership limit without the consent of our board of directors will be void, and will result in those Shares being transferred by operation of law to a charitable trust, and the person who acquired such excess Shares will not be entitled to any distributions thereon or to vote those excess Shares.
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There are no assurances of the Fund’s ability to pay dividends in the future.
The Fund intends to pay quarterly dividends and to make distributions to stockholders in amounts such that all or substantially all of the Fund’s real estate investment trust taxable income in each year, subject to certain adjustments, is distributed to stockholders. This, along with other factors, should enable the Fund to qualify for the tax benefits afforded to a REIT under the Code. All distributions will be made at the discretion of our board of directors and will depend on the Fund’s earnings, financial condition, maintenance of its REIT status and such other factors as our board of directors may deem relevant from time to time. There are no assurances as to the Fund’s ability to pay dividends in the future. There may be little or no cash flow available to investors. In addition, some of the Fund’s distributions may include a return of capital.
A stockholder who decides to participate in the dividend reinvestment plan will be subject to taxes on those dividends that are reinvested.
Each stockholder has the option of participating in the Fund’s dividend reinvestment plan under which all or a designated portion of such stockholder’s dividends will automatically be reinvested in additional Shares. A stockholder participating in the dividend reinvestment plan will be required to pay taxes with respect to such reinvested dividends in the year that the dividend is paid by the Fund although no cash is actually distributed.
If the Fund does not maintain its qualification as a REIT, the Fund will be subject to tax as a regular corporation and face a substantial tax liability.
The Fund expects to operate so as to qualify as a REIT under the Code. However, qualification as a REIT involves the application of highly technical and complex Code provisions for which only a limited number of judicial or administrative interpretations exist. Even a technical or inadvertent mistake could jeopardize the Fund’s REIT status. Furthermore, new tax legislation, administrative guidance or court decisions, in each instance potentially with retroactive effect, could make it more difficult or impossible for the Fund to qualify as a REIT. If the Fund fails to qualify as a REIT in any tax year, then:
• | the Fund would be taxed as a regular domestic corporation, which under current laws, among other things, means being unable to deduct distributions to the stockholders in computing taxable income and being subject to Federal income tax on its taxable income at regular corporate rates; |
• | any resulting tax liability could be substantial, could have a material adverse effect on the Fund’s book value and could reduce the amount of cash available for distribution to the stockholders; |
• | unless the Fund was entitled to relief under applicable statutory provisions, it would be required to pay taxes, and thus, its cash available for distribution to the stockholders would be reduced for each of the years during which the Fund did not qualify as a REIT; and |
• | the Fund may also be disqualified from re-electing REIT status for the four taxable years following the year during which it became disqualified. |
The tax treatment of dividends may cause investments in non-REIT corporations to be relatively more desirable.
The Code generally provides for reduced tax rates for certain qualified dividends paid to individuals. These reduced rates generally do not apply to dividends paid by REITs. Although this legislation does not adversely affect the tax treatment of REITs, it may cause investments in non-REIT corporations to be relatively more desirable. Such reduced tax rates are currently set to expire at the end of 2010.
Complying with REIT requirements may cause the Fund to forego otherwise attractive opportunities.
To qualify as a REIT for Federal income tax purposes, the Fund must continually satisfy tests concerning, among other things, its sources of income, the nature and diversification of its investments in commercial real estate and related assets, the amounts it distributes to stockholders and the ownership of its Shares. The Fund
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may also be required to make distributions to stockholders at disadvantageous times or when it does not have capital readily available for distribution. The REIT provisions of the Code may substantially limit the Fund’s ability to hedge its financial assets and related borrowings. Thus, compliance with REIT requirements may hinder the Fund’s ability to operate solely on the basis of maximizing profits.
Complying with REIT requirements may force the Fund to liquidate or restructure otherwise attractive investments.
To qualify as a REIT, the Fund must also ensure that at the end of each calendar quarter, at least 75% of the value of its assets consists of cash, cash items, government securities and qualified REIT real estate assets. The remainder of the Fund’s investments in securities cannot include more than 10% of the outstanding voting securities of any one issuer or 10% of the total value of the outstanding securities of any one issuer. In addition, no more than 5% of the value of the Fund’s assets can consist of the securities of any one issuer. If the Fund fails to comply with these requirements, it must dispose of a portion of its assets within 30 days after the end of the calendar quarter to avoid losing its REIT status and suffering adverse tax consequences.
Complying with REIT requirements may force the Fund to borrow to make distributions to stockholders.
From time to time, the Fund’s taxable income may be greater than its cash flow available for distribution to stockholders. If the Fund does not have other capital available in these situations, it may be unable to distribute substantially all of its taxable income as required by the REIT provisions of the Code. Thus, the Fund could be required to borrow capital, sell a portion of its assets at disadvantageous prices, issue consent dividends (which will be taxable to stockholders) or find another alternative. These options could increase the Fund’s costs or reduce its NAV.
Item 1B. | Unresolved Staff Comments. |
As part of the review by the staff of the Division of Corporation Finance of the SEC (the “Staff”) of our Registration Statement on Form 10 initially filed with the SEC on April 28, 2006, we received and responded to a number of comments. The only comment that remains unresolved pertains to the fact that we were unable to provide financial statements under Rule 3-14 of Regulation S-X relating to our acquisition of our Metropolitan Park North property. We were unable to produce the required financial statements due to lack of access to certain information regarding the property while it was owned by a previous owner. We requested that the Staff grant us a waiver from the requirement to provide the Rule 3-14 financial statements for Metropolitan Park North due to our inability to produce them. The Staff, however, denied our waiver request and indicated that, until we provide the Rule 3-14 financial statements for Metropolitan Park North, it would neither declare effective any registration statement or post-effective amendments, nor consider compliant any proxy or other filing that require our financial statements. The Staff also indicated that our filings are not considered timely for purposes of Form S-3. Finally, the Staff stated that, subject to certain exceptions, we should not make offerings under effective registration statements or under Rule 505 or 506 of Regulation D where any purchasers are not accredited investors under Rule 501(a) of Regulation D. As stated above, we only sell Shares to accredited investors. We do not expect to gain access to the requisite information to provide Rule 3-14 financial statements for Metropolitan Park North. As of the filing of this Form 10-K, we believe we are now compliant with the SEC’s financial statement requirements with respect to Metropolitan Park North.
On November 21, 2007, the Fund acquired Cabana Beach Gainesville which met the “significant” criteria as described in Rule 3-14 of Regulation S-X. Also on November 21, 2007, the Fund acquired three additional real estate investments from a related selling group (the “Selling Group”), Cabana Beach San Marcos, Campus Lodge Athens and Campus Lodge Columbia. The Fund also has a contract to acquire a fifth real estate investment from the Selling Group. Pursuant to Rule 3-14, we are required to file certain financial statements relating to these acquisitions. However, the Selling Group has refused to participate in the audits, and we are therefore unable to supply the required audited income statement required by Rule 3-14. As a result, we will be subject to limitations specified by the Staff in the preceding paragraph with respect to our failure to provide Rule 3-14 financial statements for our acquisition of the Metropolitan Park North property.
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Item 2. | Properties. |
DESCRIPTION OF REAL ESTATE:
Our investments in real estate assets as of December 31, 2007 consist of our interests in properties that are consolidated in our consolidated financial statements including interests in seven joint ventures (the “Consolidated Properties”) and interests in two additional joint ventures that own real estate (the “Unconsolidated Properties”). The following table sets forth the information with respect to our real estate assets as of December 31, 2007:
Property Name | Location | Type | % Owned | Year Built | Date Acquired | Net Rentable Square Feet | Percentage Leased | |||||||||
Consolidated Properties: | ||||||||||||||||
Monument IV at Worldgate (1) | Herndon, VA | Office | 100 | % | 2001 | August 27, 2004 | 228,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
Havertys Furniture (1) | Braselton, GA | Industrial | 100 | % | 2002/2005(2) | December 3, 2004 | 808,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
Hagemeyer Distribution Center (3) | Auburn, GA | Industrial | 100 | % | 2001 | December 3, 2004 | 300,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
25850 S. Ridgeland (1)(4)(5) | Monee, IL | Industrial | 100 | % | 2004 | December 31, 2004 | 719,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center (1) | Austell, GA | Industrial | 100 | % | 1994/1996(6) | February 10, 2005 | 254,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
105 Kendall Park Lane (1) | Atlanta, GA | Industrial | 100 | % | 2002 | June 30, 2005 | 409,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
Waipio Shopping Center (1) | Waipahu, HI | Retail | 100 | % | 1986/2005(7) | August 1, 2005 | 137,000 | 99 | % | |||||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio (3)(8): | ||||||||||||||||
300 Old River Road | Bakersfield, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1992 | December 21, 2005 | 37,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
500 Old River Road | Bakersfield, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1992 | December 21, 2005 | 30,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
500 West Thomas Road | Phoenix, AZ | Office | 100 | % | 1994 | December 21, 2005 | 169,000 | 94 | % | |||||||
1500 South Central Ave | Glendale, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1980 | December 21, 2005 | 37,000 | 95 | % | |||||||
14600 Sherman Way | Van Nuys, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1991 | December 21, 2005 | 50,000 | 97 | % | |||||||
14624 Sherman Way | Van Nuys, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1981 | December 21, 2005 | 51,000 | 89 | % | |||||||
18350 Roscoe Blvd | Northridge, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1979 | December 21, 2005 | 68,000 | 96 | % | |||||||
18460 Roscoe Blvd | Northridge, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1991 | December 21, 2005 | 25,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
18546 Roscoe Blvd | Northridge, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1991 | December 21, 2005 | 43,000 | 92 | % | |||||||
4545 East Chandler | Chandler, AZ | Office | 100 | % | 1994 | December 21, 2005 | 48,000 | 70 | % | |||||||
485 South Dobson | Chandler, AZ | Office | 100 | % | 1984 | December 21, 2005 | 43,000 | 97 | % | |||||||
1501 North Gilbert | Gilbert, AZ | Office | 100 | % | 1997 | December 21, 2005 | 38,000 | 92 | % | |||||||
116 South Palisade | Santa Maria, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1995 | December 21, 2005 | 34,000 | 79 | % | |||||||
525 East Plaza | Santa Maria, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1995 | December 21, 2005 | 44,000 | 72 | % | |||||||
10440 East Riggs | Chandler, AZ | Office | 100 | % | 1996 | December 21, 2005 | 39,000 | 59 | % | |||||||
Marketplace at Northglenn (1) | Northglenn, CO | Retail | 100 | % | 1999-2001(9) | December 21, 2005 | 439,000 | 94 | % | |||||||
Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre (1) | Slidell, LA | Retail | 100 | % | 2003 | December 14, 2006 | 139,000 | 95 | % | |||||||
9800 South Meridian (10) | Englewood, CO | Office | 90 | % | 1994 | December 26, 2006 | 144,000 | 47 | % | |||||||
18922 Forge Drive (10) | Cupertino, CA | Office | 90 | % | 1972/1999(11) | February 15, 2007 | 91,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
4001 North Norfleet Road (1) | Kansas City, MO | Industrial | 100 | % | 2007 | February 27, 2007 | 702,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
Station Nine Apartments (1) | Durham, NC | Apartment | 100 | % | 2005 | April 16, 2007 | 312,000 | 92 | % | |||||||
Westar Office Portfolio (1) | St. Charles, MO | Office | 100 | % | 2000/2004/2007(12) | June 13, 2007 | 141,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
The District at Howell Mill (13) | Atlanta, GA | Retail | 87.85 | % | 2006 | June 15, 2007 | 306,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
Canyon Plaza (1) | San Diego, CA | Office | 100 | % | 1986/1993(14) | June 26, 2007 | 199,000 | 100 | % |
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Property Name | Location | Type | % Owned | Year Built | Date Acquired | Net Rentable Square Feet | Percentage Leased | |||||||||
Railway Street Corporate Centre (1) | Calgary, Canada | Office | 100 | % | 2007 | August 30, 2007 | 137,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
Student Oriented Apartment Communities (13): | ||||||||||||||||
Cabana Beach San Marcos | San Marcos, TX | Apartment | 78 | % | 2006 | November 21, 2007 | 278,000 | 83 | % | |||||||
Cabana Beach Gainesville | Gainesville, FL | Apartment | 78 | % | 2005-2007 (15) | November 21, 2007 | 545,000 | 84 | % | |||||||
Campus Lodge Athens | Athens, GA | Apartment | 78 | % | 2003 | November 21, 2007 | 229,000 | 90 | % | |||||||
Campus Lodge Columbia | Columbia, MO | Apartment | 78 | % | 2005 | November 21, 2007 | 256,000 | 63 | % | |||||||
Properties Held for Sale: | ||||||||||||||||
Metropolitan Park North (1) | Seattle, WA | Office | 100 | % | 2001 | March 28, 2006 | 187,000 | 100 | % | |||||||
Unconsolidated Properties: | ||||||||||||||||
Legacy Village (16) | Lyndhurst, OH | Retail | 46.5 | % | 2003 | August 25, 2004 | 595,000 | 97 | % | |||||||
111 Sutter Street (10) | San Francisco, CA | Office | 80 | % | 1926/2001(17) | March 29, 2005 | 286,000 | 99 | % |
(1) | This property is owned fee. |
(2) | Built in 2002 and expanded by 297,000 square feet in 2005. |
(3) | This property is owned leasehold. |
(4) | Our initial investment was in the form of a mortgage loan that was secured by the property. The mortgage loan contained an option to purchase the underlying property which was exercisable by us in the first quarter of 2006 for the outstanding mortgage loan amount plus a $500,000 option payment. On March 30, 2006, we acquired the 25850 S. Ridgeland property for the outstanding mortgage loan balance plus a $500,000 option payment. We previously referred to this property as TNT Logistics. |
(5) | The lease on this property was assigned to Michelin North America, Inc. on January 10, 2007. |
(6) | Built in 1994 and expanded in 1996. |
(7) | Built in 1986 and expanded in 2005. |
(8) | This portfolio was owned 95% as majority interest holder in a joint venture, leasehold until December 31, 2007 at which point the remaining 5% was acquired by the Fund. We previously referred to this portfolio as the Pacific Medical Office Portfolio. |
(9) | Redeveloped between 1999 and 2001. |
(10) | This property is owned as majority interest holder in a joint venture. |
(11) | Built in 1972 and renovated in 1999. |
(12) | Property consists of two buildings, one built in 2000 and expanded in 2004 and the other built in 2007. |
(13) | This property is owned as a tenant in common. |
(14) | Built in 1986 with addition completed in 1993. |
(15) | Portions of property built and completed between 2005 and 2007. |
(16) | This property is owned as an interest holder in a joint venture. |
(17) | Built in 1926 and renovated in 2001. |
ACQUISITIONS
2007 Acquisitions
Consolidated Properties
On February 15, 2007, we acquired a 90% interest in 18922 Forge Drive, a 91,000 square-foot, multi-tenant office building located in Cupertino, California with lease expirations through 2010. The property’s tenants are IBM and Oracle, which have both sub-leased their space to other technology companies. The gross purchase price was approximately $26.2 million.
On February 27, 2007, we acquired a 100% ownership interest in 4001 North Norfleet Road, a 702,000 square-foot, single-tenant industrial building located in Kansas City, Missouri. The property’s tenant is Musician’s Friend, a subsidiary of Guitar Center (under a net lease through 2017). The gross purchase price was approximately $37.6 million.
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On April 16, 2007, we acquired a 100% interest in Station Nine Apartments, a 312,000 square-foot, 323 unit apartment complex located in Durham, North Carolina adjacent to the Duke University campus. The property’s leases generally expire within one year. The gross purchase price was approximately $56.4 million.
On June 13, 2007, we acquired a 100% interest in two single-tenant office buildings totaling 141,000 square-feet located in St. Charles, Missouri. The buildings are currently leased to a single-tenant (under net leases through 2014 and 2016). The gross purchase price was approximately $28.6 million.
On June 15, 2007, we acquired an 87.85% tenant in common interest in The District at Howell Mill, a 306,000 square foot retail property built in 2006, located in Atlanta, Georgia. The property’s largest tenants are Wal-Mart, TJ Maxx, Office Depot, and PetSmart with leases expiring through 2026. Tenants of this center pay their pro rata share of the property’s operating expenses. The gross purchase price was approximately $78.7 million.
On June 26, 2007, we acquired a 100% interest in Canyon Plaza, a 199,000 square-foot, single-tenant office building located in San Diego, California. The property’s tenant is Conexant Systems, Inc (under a net lease expiring in 2017) which has sub-leased a portion of their space to another technology company. The gross purchase price was approximately $55.0 million.
On August 30, 2007, we acquired a 100% ownership interest in a 137,000 square-foot, multi-tenant office building located in Calgary, Canada with leases expiring through 2017. The building is currently 100% leased to a number of tenants for between five and ten years. The gross purchase price was approximately $42.6 million.
On November 21, 2007, we acquired 78% tenant in common interests in four student oriented apartment communities. Cabana Beach San Marcos located in San Marcos, Texas near Texas State University has 276 units and 744 bedrooms. Cabana Beach Gainesville located in Gainesville, Florida near the University of Florida has 504 units and 1,488 bedrooms. Campus Lodge Athens located in Athens, Georgia near the University of Georgia has 240 units and 480 bedrooms. Campus Lodge Columbia located in Columbia, Missouri near the University of Missouri has 192 units and 768 bedrooms. Leases for these four properties generally expire within one year. The gross purchase price for the four communities was approximately $149.6 million.
On December 31, 2007, we acquired the remaining 5% membership interest in a limited liability company that owns the CHW Medical Office Portfolio. The gross purchase price was approximately $4.0 million.
2006 Acquisitions
Consolidated Properties
On March 28, 2006, we acquired a 100% interest in Metropolitan Park North, a 186,000 square-foot, multi-tenant office building with a five-level parking garage located in Seattle, Washington with lease expirations through 2016. The gross purchase price was approximately $89.2 million.
On December 14, 2006, we acquired a 100% interest in Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre, a 139,000 square-foot, multi-tenant retail center located approximately 35 miles northeast of New Orleans, Louisiana, built in 1994 with lease expirations through 2020. The gross purchase price was approximately $23.4 million.
On December 26, 2006, we acquired a 90% interest in 9800 South Meridian, a 129,000 square-foot, multi-tenant office building located in suburban Denver, Colorado, built in 1994 with tenant lease expirations through 2009. The gross purchase price was approximately $14.7 million. Since we acquired our interest in this building, it has undergone significant upgrades, which involved increasing the rentable space by approximately 10,000 square-feet and leasing the building to new tenants.
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2005 Acquisitions
Consolidated Properties
On February 10, 2005, we acquired a 100% interest in Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center, a 254,000 square-foot, single-tenant industrial building in suburban Atlanta, Georgia built in 1994 and expanded in 1996. The tenant’s lease expires in 2009. The gross purchase price was approximately $8.5 million.
On June 30, 2005, we acquired a 100% interest in 105 Kendall Park Lane, a 409,000 square-foot, single-tenant industrial building in suburban Atlanta, Georgia built in 2002. The tenant’s lease expires in 2017. The gross purchase price was approximately $18.8 million.
On August 1, 2005, we acquired a 100% interest in Waipio Shopping Center, a 137,000 square-foot, multi-tenant retail center in Hawaii, built in 1986 with lease expirations through 2034. The gross purchase price was approximately $30.5 million.
On December 21, 2005, we acquired a 100% interest in Marketplace at Northglenn, a 439,000 square-foot, multi-tenant retail center located ten miles north of downtown Denver, Colorado, that was redeveloped between 1999 and 2001and has lease expirations through 2020. The gross purchase price was approximately $91.5 million. The acquisition included a $3.6 million Enhanced Sales Tax Incentive Program (“ESTIP”) note receivable from the local government that allows us to share in sales tax revenue generated by the retail center. This note is expected to be repaid in full during 2008.
On December 21, 2005, we acquired a 95% membership interest in a limited liability company that owns a portfolio of leasehold interests in fifteen medical office buildings encompassing 755,000 square-feet of space located throughout Southern California and the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, which we refer to as the CHW Medical Office Portfolio. The buildings were built between 1979 and 1997 and have lease expirations through 2016. The total aggregate consideration paid for our 95% membership interest was approximately $132.8 million.
Unconsolidated Properties
On March 29, 2005, we acquired an 80% membership interest in a limited liability company which owns 111 Sutter Street in San Francisco, California, a 286,000 square foot, multi-tenant office building built in 1926 and renovated in 2001. The aggregate consideration paid for the 80% membership interest was approximately $24.6 million.
PROJECTS UNDER DEVELOPMENT
9800 South Meridian has undergone certain building upgrades that involved enclosing a four floor atrium to create approximately 10,000 additional rentable square-feet and leasing the building to new tenants. We estimate total costs for the upgrades, including construction costs, tenant improvements and lease commissions, to be approximately $5.0 million, which will be funded through draws on the acquisition and construction loan. We have incurred costs of approximately $2.9 million as of December 31, 2007.
We are subject to a lease option at Hagemeyer Distribution Center that could require us to engage in development activities. As of the filing date of this Form 10-K, the tenant has not exercised its option. The tenant of Hagemeyer Distribution Center has the right to exercise up to three options to expand the building. These options are exercisable at any time during the term of the lease, but must be for at least 80,000 square feet each and can not exceed an aggregate of 240,000 square feet.
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PURCHASE OPTIONS
As part of the acquisition of the CHW Medical Office Portfolio, the limited liability company in which we invested that owns the portfolio, entered into an option agreement that gave the seller the right to effect a put to sell two medical office buildings to the limited liability company between March 21, 2007 and June 21, 2007. During the same exercise period, the limited liability company had the right to effect a call to buy the two medical office buildings. The purchase price was to be equal to the net operating income of the two buildings (projected forward for twelve months, subject to adjustments) divided by a cap rate of 7.75%. No initial investment was required by the limited liability company, but $500,000 was deposited by us as collateral for the contract. If neither party exercised the option by the expiration of the agreement, the contract would have become null and void and the deposit would have been returned. Pursuant to the terms of the option agreement the deposit would have been retained by the seller if the limited liability company fails to purchase the buildings after the option notice had been given. On April 20, 2007, the limited liability company exercised the purchase option on the CHW Medical Office Portfolio option agreement to acquire the two medical office buildings located in San Bernardino, California. On December 31, 2007 as part of the Fund acquiring the remaining 5% membership interest in the CHW Medical Office Portfolio, the seller and the limited liability company agreed to terminate the option agreement and our $500,000 deposit was released from escrow and returned to the Fund.
PROPERTIES UNDER PURCHASE CONTRACT
The following section describes properties we have under contract to purchase. There can be no assurance that these properties under contract will eventually result in successful acquisitions.
In September 2007, we entered into purchase contracts and deposited $1.7 million in earnest money to secure the acquisition of interests in two student oriented apartment communities consisting of a combined 480 units for approximately $72.3 million. On January 15, 2008, the Fund acquired a 78% tenant in common interest in Campus Edge Apartments Lafayette, a student oriented apartment community located in Lafayette, Louisiana near the University of Louisiana – Lafayette for approximately $26.2 million. Campus Edge Apartments Lafayette was built in 2007. We funded a portion of the purchase with a $17.5 million mortgage loan, maturing in 2015 at a fixed rate of 5.57%, interest only for the first two years. On February 29, 2008, the Fund acquired a 78% tenant in common interest in Campus Lodge Tampa, a student oriented apartment community located in Tampa, Florida near the University of South Florida for approximately $46.1 million. Campus Lodge Tampa was built in 2001. We assumed a $33.5 million mortgage loan collateralized by the apartment community, maturing in 2016 at a fixed-rate of 5.95%, interest only for the first five years. The apartment communities were approximately 98% leased in the aggregate as of December 31, 2007. We acquired these apartment communities through a joint venture with an investment fund advised by our Advisor, under customary business terms.
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FINANCING
The following is a summary of the mortgage debt for our Consolidated Properties and our Unconsolidated Properties as of December 31, 2007.
Property | Interest Rate | Maturity Date | Principal Balance | ||||
Consolidated Properties: | |||||||
Monument IV at Worldgate | 5.29% | September 2011 | $ | 37,364,674 | |||
Havertys Furniture | 5.23% | January 2015 | 18,100,000 | ||||
Havertys Furniture | 6.19% | January 2015 | 11,025,000 | ||||
25850 S. Ridgeland | 5.05% | April 2012 | 16,474,017 | ||||
Marketplace at Northglenn | 5.50% | January 2016 | 64,500,000 | ||||
Hagemeyer Distribution Center | 5.23% | January 2015 | 6,500,000 | ||||
Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center | 5.31% | January 2015 | 5,400,000 | ||||
105 Kendall Park Lane | 4.92% | September 2012 | 13,000,000 | ||||
Waipio Shopping Center | 5.15% | November 2010 | 19,950,000 | ||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | 5.75% | November 2013 | 17,537,943 | ||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | 5.75% | November 2013 | 15,264,068 | ||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | 5.75% | November 2013 | 15,806,966 | ||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | 5.79% | March 2014 | 34,497,461 | ||||
Metropolitan Park North | 5.73% | April 2013 | 61,000,000 | ||||
Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre | 5.15% | April 2014 | 13,818,387 | ||||
9800 South Meridian | Libor + 1.60% | January 2010 | 11,338,323 | ||||
18922 Forge Drive | 6.24% | February 2014 | 19,050,000 | ||||
4001 North Norfleet Road | 5.60% | March 2017 | 24,230,000 | ||||
Station Nine Apartments | 5.50% | May 2017 | 36,885,000 | ||||
Westar Office Portfolio | 6.05% | July 2013 | 7,278,335 | ||||
Westar Office Portfolio | 5.60% | March 2015 | 11,050,000 | ||||
The District at Howell Mill | 5.30% | March 2027 | 35,000,000 | ||||
The District at Howell Mill | 6.14% | June 2017 | 10,000,000 | ||||
Canyon Plaza | 5.90% | June 2017 | 31,000,000 | ||||
Railway Street Corporate Centre | 5.16% | September 2017 | 29,929,468 | ||||
Cabana Beach San Marcos | 5.57% | December 2014 | 19,650,000 | ||||
Cabana Beach Gainesville | 5.57% | December 2014 | 49,107,500 | ||||
Campus Lodge Athens | 5.57% | December 2014 | 13,723,000 | ||||
Campus Lodge Columbia | 5.57% | December 2014 | 16,341,000 | ||||
Unconsolidated Properties: | |||||||
Legacy Village | 5.63% | January 2014 | $ | 99,565,955 | |||
111 Sutter Street | 5.58% | June 2015 | 56,000,000 |
INSURANCE
We believe our properties currently are adequately covered by insurance consistent with the level of coverage that is standard in our industry.
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OPERATING STATISTICS
We generally have investments in properties with high occupancy rates leased to quality tenants under long-term, non-cancelable leases. We believe our leases are beneficial to achieving our investment objectives. The following table shows our operating statistics by property sector for our consolidated properties as of December 31, 2007:
Number of Properties | Total Area (Sq Ft) | % of Total Area | Occupancy % | Average Minimum Base Rent per Occupied Sq Ft | |||||||||
Consolidated Properties: | |||||||||||||
Office: | |||||||||||||
Commercial Office | 7 | 1,124,000 | 14.6 | % | 93.2 | % | $ | 21.62 | |||||
Medical Office | 15 | 755,000 | 9.8 | % | 89.3 | % | 14.23 | ||||||
Retail | 4 | 1,022,000 | 13.3 | % | 97.0 | % | 14.37 | ||||||
Industrial | 6 | 3,191,000 | 41.4 | % | 100.0 | % | 3.32 | ||||||
Apartments | 5 | 1,619,000 | 20.9 | % | 83.0 | % | 14.36 | ||||||
Total | 37 | 7,711,000 | 100.0 | % | 94.0 | % | $ | 10.54 | |||||
The following table shows our operating statistics by property sector for our unconsolidated properties as of December 31, 2007:
Number of Properties | Total Area (Sq Ft) | % of Total Area | Occupancy % | Average Minimum Base Rent per Occupied Sq Ft | |||||||||
Unconsolidated Properties: | |||||||||||||
Office: | |||||||||||||
Commercial Office | 1 | 286,000 | 32.5 | % | 98.7 | % | $ | 39.40 | |||||
Retail | 1 | 595,000 | 67.5 | % | 96.5 | % | 38.94 | ||||||
Total | 2 | 881,000 | 100.0 | % | 97.2 | % | $ | 39.09 | |||||
As of December 31, 2007, the scheduled lease expirations at our consolidated properties are as follows:
Year | Number of Leases Expiring | Annualized Minimum Base Rent | Square Footage | Percentage of Consolidated Annualized Minimum Base Rent | ||||||
2008 (1) | 67 | $ | 5,161,000 | 264,000 | 8.9 | % | ||||
2009 | 58 | 4,183,000 | 476,000 | 7.2 | % | |||||
2010 | 63 | 5,328,000 | 260,000 | 9.2 | % | |||||
2011 | 54 | 6,726,000 | 384,000 | 11.6 | % | |||||
2012 | 46 | 8,452,000 | 356,000 | 14.6 | % | |||||
2013 and thereafter | 76 | 28,214,000 | 4,155,000 | 48.6 | % | |||||
Total | 364 | $ | 58,064,000 | 5,895,000 | ||||||
(1) | Does not include 2,914 leases totaling approximately $19.3 million in annualized minimum base rent associated with our five apartment community investments. |
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As of December 31, 2007, the scheduled lease expirations at our unconsolidated properties are as follows:
Year | Number of Leases Expiring | Annualized Minimum Base Rent | Square Footage | Percentage of Consolidated Annualized Minimum Base Rent | ||||||
2008 | 10 | $ | 1,103,000 | 38,000 | 3.3 | % | ||||
2009 | 7 | 975,000 | 31,000 | 2.9 | % | |||||
2010 | 19 | 4,367,000 | 96,000 | 13.0 | % | |||||
2011 | 9 | 3,664,000 | 67,000 | 10.9 | % | |||||
2012 | 2 | 254,000 | 7,000 | 0.8 | % | |||||
2013 and thereafter | 50 | 23,122,000 | 618,000 | 69.1 | % | |||||
Total | 97 | $ | 33,485,000 | 857,000 | ||||||
PRINCIPAL TENANTS
The following table sets forth the top ten tenants, in our consolidated properties, based on their percentage of annualized minimum base rent for the year ended December 31, 2007:
Tenants | Line of Business | Date of Lease | Lease Renewal | % of Total Area | % of Annualized Minimum Base Rent | |||||||
Fannie Mae | Financial services | December 31, 2011 | Two 5-year options | 2.3 | % | 5.6 | % | |||||
Nordstrom, Inc | Retailer | January 31, 2012 | Two 5-year options | 1.4 | % | 5.0 | % | |||||
Conexant Systems, Inc. | Communications | June 20, 2017 | Two 5-year options | 2.0 | % | 4.5 | % | |||||
Havertys Furniture | Furniture retailer | April 30, 2021 | Five 5-year options | 8.1 | % | 3.9 | % | |||||
Catholic Healthcare West | Healthcare | Varies | Varies | 1.6 | % | 3.6 | % | |||||
Musician’s Friend, Inc. | Retailer | February 28, 2017 | Three 5-year options | 7.0 | % | 3.3 | % | |||||
International Business Machines Corp. | Information Technology | March 31, 2010 | Two 5-year options | 0.5 | % | 2.7 | % | |||||
Westar Aerospace & Defense Group, Inc. | Technical and Scientific Research Services | Varies | Varies | 0.9 | % | 2.6 | % | |||||
Michelin North America, Inc | Tire Manufacturer | November 30, 2014 | Three 5-year options | 7.2 | % | 2.2 | % | |||||
Acuity Specialty Products Group, Inc. | Specialty chemical products | April 30, 2017 | Two 5-year options | 4.1 | % | 1.6 | % | |||||
Total | 35.1 | % | 35.0 | % | ||||||||
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PRINCIPAL PROPERTIES
The following table sets forth the top ten properties, of our consolidated properties, based on their percentage of minimum base rent for the year ended December 31, 2007:
Properties | % of Total Area | % of Minimum Base Rent | ||||
Metropolitan Park North | 2.4 | % | 10.1 | % | ||
Marketplace at Northglenn | 5.7 | % | 9.9 | % | ||
Monument IV at Worldgate | 3.0 | % | 7.7 | % | ||
Havertys Furniture | 10.5 | % | 5.6 | % | ||
500 West Thomas Road | 2.2 | % | 5.1 | % | ||
Station Nine Apartments | 4.0 | % | 4.6 | % | ||
18922 Forge Drive | 1.2 | % | 4.4 | % | ||
The District at Howell Mill | 4.0 | % | 4.3 | % | ||
4001 North Norfleet Road | 9.1 | % | 3.9 | % | ||
Waipio Shopping Center | 1.8 | % | 3.8 | % | ||
Total | 43.9 | % | 59.4 | % | ||
GROUND LEASES
We are subject to a number of ground leases at certain properties we own or control. The following table lists the future minimum payments due under the ground leases as of December 31, 2007:
Year | Ground Lease Payments | ||
2008 | $ | 35 | |
2009 | 35 | ||
2010 | 35 | ||
2011 | 35 | ||
2012 | 35 | ||
2013 and thereafter | 1,795 | ||
Total | $ | 1,970 | |
Item 3. | Legal Proceedings. |
The Former Manager, certain of its affiliates, including U.S. Trust, and others were named in four shareholder class action lawsuits and two derivative actions which allege that the Former Manager, certain of its affiliates and others allowed certain parties to engage in illegal and improper mutual fund trading practices, which allegedly caused financial injury to the shareholders of certain mutual funds managed by the Former Manager. Each seeks unspecified monetary damages and related equitable relief.
The class and derivative actions described above were transferred to the United States District Court for the District of Maryland for coordinated and consolidated pre-trial proceedings. In November 2005, the Maryland court dismissed many of the plaintiffs’ claims in both the class action and derivative lawsuits. Several affiliates of the Former Manager and individual defendants have also been dismissed. Plaintiffs’ claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Exchange Act and under Section 36(b) and 48(a) of the Investment Company Act, however, have not been dismissed.
While the ultimate outcome of these matters cannot be predicted with any certainty at this time, based on currently available information and consultation with counsel, U.S. Trust believes that the likelihood is remote that the pending litigation will materially affect the Manager’s ability to provide its services to the Fund. Neither the Manager nor the Fund is a party to the lawsuits described above.
Item 4. | Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders. |
No matters were submitted to a vote of our stockholders during the fourth quarter of the year ended December 31, 2007.
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PART II
Item 5. | Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities. |
Our Common Stock is not currently traded on any exchange and there is no established public trading market for our Common Stock. As of the filing date of this Form 10-K, there were approximately 1,440 holders of our Common Stock.
The price at which Shares are sold or redeemed at any future dates will be determined based on the current share price (the “Current Share Price” as defined below). We expect to sell additional Shares through private placements to accredited investors on a periodic basis to accommodate investment by existing and additional investors. Subsequent offerings may be made either for the same class of Shares being offered hereby or for other Share classes that may be subject to sales loads or bear different expense ratios.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities
The following table provides information on unregistered sales of our securities that occurred since September 30, 2007 other than unregistered sales that have been previously reported on a Form 8-K:
Date | Total Number of Shares Sold | Price Paid Per Share | Proceeds | Use of Proceeds | ||||||
November 2, 2007 (1) | 16,237 | $ | 119.95 | $ | 1,947,637 | Used to acquire real estate investments |
(1) | This sale occurred pursuant to our dividend reinvestment plan. |
We relied on the exemption from registration provided by Rule 506 under Regulation D and Section 4(2) of the Securities Act in connection with the closing of the unregistered sales listed above. All Shares were sold to accredited investors within the meaning of Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act. Each investor provided a written representation that it was an accredited investor and the Fund did not engage in general solicitation.
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
Pursuant to our Share Repurchase Program (the “Repurchase Program”), we intend to provide liquidity to our stockholders by conducting tender offers pursuant to which we expect to offer to repurchase a specific percentage, number or dollar amount of outstanding Shares (“Tender Offer Amount”). The Tender Offer Amount for each tender offer, if any, will depend on a variety of factors, including our available liquidity, available borrowing under our credit facility and the amount of proceeds from our most recent offering of Shares. Such determinations will be made by our board of directors prior to each tender offer and will be communicated to stockholders. During the fourth quarter of 2007, we repurchased Shares through a tender offer as follows:
Period | (a) Total Number of Shares (or Units) Purchased | (b) Average Price Paid per Share (or Unit) | (c) Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs | (d) Maximum Number (or Approximate Dollar Value) of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs | |||||
November 2007 | 84,699 | $ | 119.95 | 84,699 | — |
We will only offer to repurchase Shares through tender offers and then only to the extent that we have sufficient cash available to repurchase Shares consistent with principles of prudent portfolio management and to the extent that such repurchases (i) are consistent with applicable REIT rules and federal securities laws and
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(ii) would not require the Fund to register as an investment company under the Investment Company Act. We do not guarantee, however, that sufficient cash will be available at any particular time to fund repurchases of our Shares and we will be under no obligation to conduct such tender offers or to make such cash available. In determining the Tender Offer Amount, we will act in the best interest of the stockholders and may take into account our need for cash to pay operating expenses, debt service, distributions to stockholders and other obligations.
CALCULATION OF SHARE PRICE
The Current Share Price of the Common Stock (the “Current Share Price”) is established quarterly based on the following valuation methodology, which may be modified from time to time by our board of directors.
Net Asset Value Calculation
The NAV of the Fund is determined as of the end of each of the first three quarters of a fiscal year, within 45 calendar days following the end of such quarter. The Fund’s year-end NAV is determined after the completion of our year-end audit. NAV is determined as follows: (i) the aggregate fair value of (A) our interests in the real estate investments (“Investments”) plus (B) all other assets of the Fund, minus (ii) the aggregate fair value of our indebtedness and other outstanding obligations as of the determination date.
We have retained independent third-party real estate appraisal firms (the “Appraisal Firms”) that appraise each Investment annually beginning one year after acquisition. During the first three quarters after acquisition, the Investment will be carried at capitalized cost and reviewed quarterly for material events at the property or market level that may require an adjustment of the Investment’s valuation.
For each of the three quarters following the independent appraisal of a particular Investment, we determine the value of such Investment based on our review of the appraisal and material changes at the property or market level. We also determine the value of the indebtedness related to each Investment beginning one year after acquisition of the encumbered property and on a quarterly basis thereafter.
The Current Share Price equals the NAV as of the end of each quarter divided by the number of outstanding shares of all classes of capital stock of the Fund at the end of such quarter.
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The following table presents the external appraisal and valuation schedule for our investment portfolio for the year ended December 31, 2008:
Period for Appraising the Investment and its Related Debt | Notes | ||
For the three months ended March 31, 2008: | |||
Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center | (1 | ) | |
111 Sutter Street | (1 | ) | |
Metropolitan Park North | (1 | ) | |
18922 Forge Drive | (2 | ) | |
4001 North Norfleet Road | (2 | ) | |
For the three months ended June 30, 2008: | |||
105 Kendall Park Lane | (1 | ) | |
Station Nine Apartments | (2 | ) | |
Westar Office Portfolio | (2 | ) | |
The District at Howell Mill | (2 | ) | |
Canyon Plaza | (2 | ) | |
For the three months ended September 30, 2008: | |||
Monument IV at Worldgate | (1 | ) | |
Legacy Village | (1 | ) | |
Waipio Shopping Center | (1 | ) | |
Railway Street Corporate Centre | (2 | ) | |
For the three months ended December 31, 2008: | |||
Havertys Furniture | (1 | ) | |
Hagemeyer Distribution Center | (1 | ) | |
25850 S. Ridgeland | (1 | ) | |
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | (1 | ) | |
Marketplace at Northglenn | (1 | ) | |
Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre | (1 | ) | |
9800 South Meridian | (1 | ) | |
Cabana Beach San Marcos | (2 | ) | |
Cabana Beach Gainesville | (2 | ) | |
Campus Lodge Athens | (2 | ) | |
Campus Lodge Columbia | (2 | ) |
(1) | This investment was externally appraised during the same period in 2007 and has been valued by us during the interim quarters, for purposes of calculating NAV. The Investment’s related indebtedness was valued during the same period in 2007 and every quarter thereafter. |
(2) | This Investment will be subject to its first external appraisal as it was acquired within the last year and therefore has been carried at cost for purposes of calculating NAV. This Investment will be externally appraised during the same period in future years and will be valued by us in quarters between the annual appraisals. The Investment’s related indebtedness will be valued beginning on this date and every quarter thereafter. |
Current Share Price Calculation
The Current Share Price equals NAV as of the end of each quarter divided by the number of outstanding Shares at the end of such quarter. During the first three quarters of the calendar year, the Current Share Price is calculated based on the real estate investment value, indebtedness values and value of other assets and liabilities as determined by us and reviewed by our independent auditors. Year-end Current Share Price is calculated based on the real estate investment value, indebtedness values and value of other assets and liabilities as determined by us and audited by our independent auditors. The supplemental consolidated fair value information is presented to the board of directors with our year-end audited financial statements.
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The following table presents the NAV per share for each period indicated below:
Quarter Ended | NAV per Share | ||
December 31, 2007 | $ | 120.03 | |
September 30, 2007 | 119.95 | ||
June 30, 2007 | 118.40 | ||
March 31, 2007 | 115.95 | ||
December 31, 2006 | 115.02 | ||
September 30, 2006 | 110.93 | ||
June 30, 2006 | 112.66 | ||
March 31, 2006 | 110.73 | ||
December 31, 2005 | 108.08 | ||
September 30, 2005 | 104.16 | ||
June 30, 2005 | 100.07 | ||
March 31, 2005 | 100.03 |
DIVIDEND POLICY
To comply with current tax laws necessary to qualify as a REIT, we expect to distribute at least 90% of our REIT taxable income to our stockholders. Accordingly, we currently intend, although are not legally obligated, to make regular quarterly distributions to our stockholders in amounts sufficient to maintain our qualification as a REIT. Before payment of any dividend, we must have cash available after payment of both operating requirements and scheduled debt service on mortgages and loans payable. The declaration of dividends is at the discretion of our board of directors, which decision is made from time to time based on then prevailing circumstances. Subject to approval of our board of directors, we expect to follow a dividend policy whereby we will provide for the payment of a quarterly dividend between 30 and 45 calendar days after a quarter end (“Dividend Payment Date”). Our board of directors, the Manager and the Advisor will periodically review the dividend policy to determine the appropriateness of our dividend rate relative to our current and forecasted cash flows. There can be no assurance that we will maintain a fixed or minimum quarterly distribution level on our Common Stock.
The distributions declared per Share in each quarter since Inception are as follows:
To Stockholders of Record as of | Paid on | Distribution per Share | |||
December 28, 2007 | February 1, 2008 | $ | 1.75 | ||
August 15, 2007 | November 2, 2007 | 1.75 | |||
May 15, 2007 | August 3, 2007 | 1.75 | |||
February 15, 2007 | May 4, 2007 | 1.75 | |||
December 29, 2006 | February 2, 2007 | 1.75 | |||
September 30, 2006 | November 3, 2006 | 1.75 | |||
May 15, 2006 | August 4, 2006 | 1.75 | |||
February 24, 2006 | May 5, 2006 | 1.75 | |||
December 15, 2005 | February 3, 2006 | 1.75 | |||
September 15, 2005 | November 4, 2005 | 1.75 | |||
June 30, 2005 | August 5, 2005 | 1.75 | |||
March 31, 2005 | May 6, 2005 | 1.75 |
We currently intend to continue to make regular quarterly distributions to holders of our Common Stock. Any future distributions will be declared at the discretion of the board of our directors and will depend on our actual cash flow, financial condition, capital requirements, the annual distribution requirements under the REIT
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provisions of the Code, and such other factors as our board of directors deems necessary. In addition, under the terms of our unsecured credit facility, we may not declare a dividend unless:
• | we are in compliance with the terms of our unsecured credit facility; and |
• | either (i) payment of the dividend is required for the Fund to maintain its status as a REIT or (ii) the amount of the dividend and all other dividends paid by the Fund during the current quarter and the preceding three quarters does not exceed the amount of Funds From Operations (“FFO” as defined in “Item 6. Selected Financial Data” below) of the Fund plus $500,000 during that period. |
Performance Graph (1)
The following graph is a comparison of the three-year cumulative return of our Shares (post leverage and fees), the Standard and Poor’s 500 Index (“S&P 500”), the National Real Estate Investment Trusts’ (“NAREIT”) All Equity Index and the National Counsel of Real Estate Investment Fiduciaries (“NCREIF”) Property Index, as peer group indices. The graph assumes that $100 was invested on December 31, 2004 in our Shares, the S&P 500 Index, the NAREIT All Equity Index and the NCREIF Property Index assuming that all dividends were reinvested without the payment of any commissions. There can be no assurance that the performance of our Shares will continue in line with the same or similar trends depicted in the graph below.
(1) | The information in this section is not “soliciting material,” is not deemed “filed” with the SEC, and is not to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Fund under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, whether made before or after the date hereof and irrespective of any general incorporation language contained in such filing. |
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* | The NCREIF Property Index is a quarterly time series composite total rate of return measure (before leverage and fees) of investment performance of a very large pool of individual commercial real estate properties acquired in the private market for investment purposes only. Its value is based on the value of the properties in the index and not the market value of securities. All properties in the NCREIF Property Index have been acquired, at least in part, on behalf of tax-exempt institutional investors—the great majority being pension funds. Properties in the NCREIF Property Index are accounted for using market value accounting standards, not historical cost. We measure the performance of our Advisor against the NCREIF Property Index. |
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Item 6. | Selected Financial Data. |
The following table sets forth our selected financial and operating data on a historical basis. The following data should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes thereto and Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations included elsewhere in this Form 10-K.
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | For the Period May 29, 2004 (Inception) Through December 31, 2004 | |||||||||||||
Operating Data: | ||||||||||||||||
Total revenues | $ | 69,426,369 | $ | 45,673,361 | $ | 15,003,067 | $ | 1,517,883 | ||||||||
Operating expenses | 60,990,091 | 38,051,639 | 10,633,828 | 764,170 | ||||||||||||
Operating income | 8,436,278 | 7,621,722 | 4,369,239 | 753,713 | ||||||||||||
Interest income | 1,759,911 | 1,562,157 | 898,256 | 18,327 | ||||||||||||
Interest expense | (25,164,519 | ) | (15,822,567 | ) | (5,371,190 | ) | (840,014 | ) | ||||||||
Loss allocated to minority interests | 572,243 | 155,606 | 10,844 | — | ||||||||||||
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates | 536,175 | 424,956 | 116,067 | 5,571 | ||||||||||||
Loss on foreign currency derivative | (503,629 | ) | — | — | — | |||||||||||
Net loss from continuing operations | (14,363,541 | ) | (6,058,126 | ) | 23,216 | (62,403 | ) | |||||||||
Income (loss) from discontinued operations | 727,452 | (704,878 | ) | — | — | |||||||||||
Net income (loss) | (13,636,089 | ) | (6,763,004 | ) | 23,216 | (62,403 | ) | |||||||||
Foreign currency translation adjustment | 963,389 | — | — | — | ||||||||||||
Net comprehensive income (loss) | $ | (12,672,700 | ) | $ | (6,763,004 | ) | $ | 23,216 | $ | (62,403 | ) | |||||
Weighted average shares outstanding | 3,252,725 | 2,341,347 | 1,276,388 | 39,783 | ||||||||||||
Net income (loss) from continuing operations per share—basic and diluted | $ | (4.41 | ) | $ | (2.59 | ) | $ | 0.02 | $ | (1.57 | ) | |||||
Income (loss) per share—basic and diluted | $ | (4.19 | ) | $ | (2.89 | ) | $ | 0.02 | $ | (1.57 | ) | |||||
Cash distributions declared per common share | $ | 7.00 | $ | 7.00 | $ | 7.00 | $ | 1,289.78 | ||||||||
December 31, | ||||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |||||||||||||
Balance Sheet Data: | ||||||||||||||||
Investments in real estate—net of accumulated depreciation | $ | 930,966,855 | $ | 504,133,170 | $ | 399,182,125 | $ | 134,924,729 | ||||||||
Total assets | 1,070,187,673 | 635,693,947 | 502,343,926 | 169,577,857 | ||||||||||||
Total debt | 630,315,626 | 361,350,770 | 280,361,461 | 66,850,000 | ||||||||||||
Liabilities held for sale | 62,137,186 | — | — | — | ||||||||||||
Minority interests | 15,518,616 | 3,036,401 | 2,812,126 | — | ||||||||||||
Stockholders’ equity | 316,076,437 | 241,221,816 | 186,054,913 | 92,257,820 |
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Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | For the Period May 29, 2004 (Inception) Through December 31, 2004 | |||||||||||||
Cash Flow Information: | ||||||||||||||||
Net cash flows provided by operating activities | $ | 26,463,749 | $ | 9,941,108 | $ | 5,253,976 | $ | 648,810 | ||||||||
Net cash flows used in investing activities | (391,134,345 | ) | (118,799,955 | ) | (222,169,957 | ) | (96,216,548 | ) | ||||||||
Net cash flows provided by financing activities | 344,105,139 | 129,666,801 | 221,683,665 | 98,961,662 | ||||||||||||
Other Data: | ||||||||||||||||
Funds from operations | $ | 22,162,364 | $ | 16,821,421 | $ | 8,809,974 | $ | 1,132,781 | ||||||||
Funds from operations per share—basic and diluted (1) | $ | 6.81 | $ | 7.18 | $ | 6.90 | $ | 28.47 |
(1) | Funds from operations (“FFO”) does not represent cash flow from operations as defined by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”), should not be considered as an alternative to GAAP net income and is not necessarily indicative of cash available to fund all cash requirements. Please see below for a reconciliation of net income to FFO. |
FUNDS FROM OPERATIONS
Consistent with real estate industry and investment community preferences, we consider FFO as a supplemental measure of the operating performance for a real estate investment trust and a complement to GAAP measures because it facilitates an understanding of the operating performance of our properties. The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (“NAREIT”) defines FFO as net income (loss) (computed in accordance with GAAP), excluding gains or losses from cumulative effects of accounting changes, extraordinary items and sales of properties, plus real estate related depreciation and amortization and after adjustments for these items related to minority interests and unconsolidated affiliates.
FFO does not give effect to real estate depreciation and amortization because these amounts are computed to allocate the cost of a property over its useful life. Because values for well-maintained real estate assets have historically increased or decreased based upon prevailing market conditions, we believe that FFO provides investors with a clearer view of our operating performance.
In order to provide a better understanding of the relationship between FFO and GAAP net income, the most directly comparable GAAP financial reporting measure, we have provided a reconciliation of GAAP net income (loss) to FFO. FFO does not represent cash flow from operating activities in accordance with GAAP, should not be considered as an alternative to GAAP net income and is not necessarily indicative of cash available to fund cash needs.
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For the year ended December 31, 2007 | For the year ended December 31, 2006 | For the year ended December 31, 2005 | For the period from May 28, 2004 (Inception) through December 31, 2004 | |||||||||||||
Net income (loss) | $ | (13,636,089 | ) | $ | (6,763,004 | ) | $ | 23,216 | $ | (62,403 | ) | |||||
Plus: Real estate depreciation and amortization | 30,644,221 | 17,005,842 | 4,794,262 | 488,219 | ||||||||||||
Adjustments for minority interests | (1,198,200 | ) | (444,945 | ) | (18,876 | ) | — | |||||||||
Real estate depreciation and amortization from unconsolidated real estate affiliates | 4,636,479 | 4,819,379 | 4,011,372 | 706,965 | ||||||||||||
Real estate depreciation and amortization from discontinued operations | 1,715,953 | 2,204,149 | — | — | ||||||||||||
Funds from operations | $ | 22,162,364 | $ | 16,821,421 | $ | 8,809,974 | $ | 1,132,781 | ||||||||
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted | 3,252,725 | 2,341,347 | 1,276,388 | 39,783 | ||||||||||||
Funds from operations per share, basic and diluted | $ | 6.81 | $ | 7.18 | $ | 6.90 | $ | 28.47 |
Item 7. | Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. |
Management Overview
The following Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”) is intended to help the reader understand our results of operations and financial condition. This MD&A is provided as a supplement to, and should be read in conjunction with, our consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements appearing elsewhere in this Form 10-K. All references to numbered Notes are to specific notes to our Consolidated Financial Statements beginning on page F-1 of this Form 10-K, and which descriptions are incorporated into the applicable response by reference. References to “base rent” in this Form 10-K refer to cash payments made under the relevant lease(s), excluding real estate taxes and certain property operating expenses that are paid by us and are recoverable under the relevant lease(s) and exclude adjustments for straight-line rent revenue and above- and below-market lease amortization (See Note 2).
The discussions surrounding our Consolidated Properties refer to our wholly or majority owned and controlled properties, which as of December 31, 2005 were comprised of:
• | Monument IV at Worldgate, |
• | Havertys Furniture, |
• | Hagemeyer Distribution Center, |
• | 25850 S. Ridgeland |
• | Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center, |
• | 105 Kendall Park Lane, |
• | Waipio Shopping Center, |
• | Marketplace at Northglenn and |
• | the CHW Medical Office Portfolio. |
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In addition to the properties listed above, the following properties refer to our Consolidated Properties as of December 31, 2006:
• | Metropolitan Park North, |
• | Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre and |
• | 9800 South Meridian. |
As of December 31, 2007, our Consolidated Properties also included:
• | 18922 Forge Drive, |
• | 4001 North Norfleet Road, |
• | Station Nine Apartments, |
• | Westar Office Portfolio, |
• | The District at Howell Mill, |
• | Canyon Plaza, |
• | Railway Street Corporate Centre, |
• | Cabana Beach San Marcos, |
• | Cabana Beach Gainesville, |
• | Campus Lodge Athens and |
• | Campus Lodge Columbia. |
Our Unconsolidated Properties, which are owned through joint venture arrangements consisted of Legacy Village and 111 Sutter Street as of December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005. Because management’s operating strategies are generally the same whether the properties are consolidated or unconsolidated, we believe that financial information and operating statistics with respect to all properties, both consolidated and unconsolidated, provide important insights into our operating results, including the relative size and significance of these elements to our overall operations. Collectively, we refer to our Consolidated and Unconsolidated Properties as our “Fund Portfolio.”
Our primary business is the ownership and management of a diversified portfolio of retail, office, industrial and apartment properties primarily located in the United States. We hire property management companies to provide the on-site, day-to-day management services for our properties. When selecting a property management company for one of our properties, we look for service providers that have a strong local market or industry presence, create portfolio efficiencies, have the ability to develop new business for us and will provide a strong internal control environment that will comply with our Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (“Sarbanes-Oxley”) internal control requirements. We currently use a mix of property management service providers that include large national real estate service firms, including an affiliate of the Advisor, and smaller local firms, including in certain cases our joint venture partners. Our property management service providers are generally hired to perform both property management and leasing services for our properties.
We seek to minimize risk and maintain stability of income and principal value through broad diversification across property sectors and geographic markets and by balancing tenant lease expirations and debt maturities across the Fund Portfolio. Our diversification goals also take into account investing in sectors or regions we believe will create returns consistent with our investment objective. Under normal conditions, we intend to pursue investments principally in well-located, well-leased assets within the office, retail, industrial and apartment sectors, which we refer to as the “Primary Sectors”. We will also pursue investments in certain sub-sectors of the Primary Sectors, for example the medical office sub-sector of the office sector or the student oriented housing sub-sector of the apartment sector. We expect to actively manage the mix of properties and
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markets over time in response to changing operating fundamentals within each property sector and to changing economies and real estate markets in the geographic areas considered for investment. When consistent with our investment objectives, we will also seek to maximize the tax efficiency of our investments through like-kind exchanges and other tax planning strategies.
A key ratio reviewed by management in our investment decision process is the cash flow generated by the proposed investment, from all sources, compared to the amount of cash investment required (the “Cash on Cash Return”). Generally, we look at the Cash on Cash Returns over the one, five and ten-year time horizons and select investments that we believe meet our objectives. We own certain investments that provide us with significant cash flows that do not get treated as revenue under GAAP, but do get factored into our Cash on Cash Return calculations. Examples of such non-revenue generating cash flows include the sales tax sharing agreement at Marketplace at Northglenn (See Note 2 for a description of the Enhanced Sales Tax Incentive Program (“ESTIP”)), the real estate tax reimbursement agreement at 25850 S. Ridgeland (See Note 2 for a description of the 25850 S. Ridgeland Tax Increment Financing Note (“TIF Note”)) and the income guarantees from the seller of our four student oriented apartment communities acquired in November 2007. For GAAP purposes, cash received from the Marketplace at Northglenn ESTIP and 25850 S. Ridgeland TIF Note is split between repayment of the principal balance on the notes receivable and interest income earned on those notes. For GAAP purposes, cash received from the seller of the student oriented apartment communities income guarantees are treated as a reduction of purchase price. Additionally, certain GAAP concepts such as straight-line rent and depreciation and amortization, are not factored into our Cash on Cash Returns (See Note 2).
The following tables summarize our diversification by property sector and geographic region based upon the fair value of our Consolidated and Unconsolidated Properties. The ten-year lease expiration table represents the lease expirations by both total square feet and annualized minimum base rents for current tenants of our Consolidated and Unconsolidated Properties. The ten-year debt repayment schedule represents debt principal repayments and maturities and the weighted average interest rate of those repayments and maturities for our Consolidated and Unconsolidated Properties. These tables provide examples of how the Advisor evaluates the Fund Portfolio when making investment decisions.
Property Sector Diversification
Consolidated Properties | ||||||
Percent of Fair Value | ||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||
Office | ||||||
Commercial Office | 32 | % | 30 | % | ||
Medical Office | 15 | % | 24 | % | ||
Retail | 21 | % | 26 | % | ||
Industrial | 15 | % | 20 | % | ||
Apartment | 17 | % | — | |||
Unconsolidated Properties | ||||||
Percent of Fair Value | ||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||
Office | ||||||
Commercial Office | 48 | % | 48 | % | ||
Medical Office | — | — | ||||
Retail | 52 | % | 52 | % | ||
Industrial | — | — | ||||
Apartment | — | — |
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Geographic Region Diversification
Consolidated Properties | ||||||
Percent of Fair Value | ||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||
East | 12 | % | 12 | % | ||
West | 48 | % | 64 | % | ||
Midwest | 11 | % | 5 | % | ||
South | 25 | % | 19 | % | ||
International | 4 | % | — | |||
Unconsolidated Properties | ||||||
Percent of Fair Value | ||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||
East | — | — | ||||
West | 48 | % | 48 | % | ||
Midwest | 52 | % | 52 | % | ||
South | — | — | ||||
International | — | — |
Future Lease Expirations
Consolidated Properties | ||||||||
Total Square Footage | Annualized Minimum Base Rents | Percent of Annualized Minimum Base Rents | ||||||
2008 | 1,604,000 | $ | 24,386,000 | 31.5 | % | |||
2009 | 480,000 | 4,237,000 | 5.5 | % | ||||
2010 | 260,000 | 5,328,000 | 6.9 | % | ||||
2011 | 384,000 | 6,726,000 | 8.7 | % | ||||
2012 | 356,000 | 8,452,000 | 10.9 | % | ||||
2013 | 391,000 | 2,565,000 | 3.3 | % | ||||
2014 | 897,000 | 4,548,000 | 5.9 | % | ||||
2015 | 91,000 | 1,358,000 | 1.8 | % | ||||
2016 | 112,000 | 2,130,000 | 2.7 | % | ||||
2017 | 1,507,000 | 11,529,000 | 14.9 | % | ||||
2018 and thereafter | 1,158,000 | 6,084,000 | 7.9 | % |
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Unconsolidated Properties | ||||||||
Total Square Footage | Annualized Minimum Base Rents | Percent of Annualized Minimum Base Rents | ||||||
2008 | 38,000 | $ | 1,103,000 | 3.3 | % | |||
2009 | 31,000 | 975,000 | 2.9 | % | ||||
2010 | 96,000 | 4,367,000 | 13.0 | % | ||||
2011 | 67,000 | 3,664,000 | 10.9 | % | ||||
2012 | 7,000 | 254,000 | 0.8 | % | ||||
2013 | 99,000 | 4,639,000 | 13.9 | % | ||||
2014 | 60,000 | 2,529,000 | 7.6 | % | ||||
2015 | 11,000 | 239,000 | 0.7 | % | ||||
2016 | 52,000 | 2,225,000 | 6.6 | % | ||||
2017 | 1,000 | 65,000 | 0.2 | % | ||||
2018 and thereafter | 394,000 | 13,425,000 | 40.1 | % |
Ten-Year Debt Repayment
Consolidated Properties | |||||||||
Principal Repayments and Maturities | Percent of Total Outstanding Debt | Weighted Average Interest Rate | |||||||
2008 | $ | 3,716,728 | 0.6 | % | 5.56 | % | |||
2009 | 4,089,771 | 0.6 | % | 5.55 | % | ||||
2010 | 38,287,199 | 5.8 | % | 5.58 | % | ||||
2011 | 42,861,495 | 6.4 | % | 5.55 | % | ||||
2012 | 35,022,975 | 5.3 | % | 5.51 | % | ||||
2013 | 120,148,722 | 18.1 | % | 5.63 | % | ||||
2014 | 158,616,590 | 23.9 | % | 5.60 | % | ||||
2015 | 47,288,670 | 7.1 | % | 5.56 | % | ||||
2016 | 58,802,200 | 8.8 | % | 5.53 | % | ||||
2017 | 124,240,959 | 18.7 | % | 5.43 | % | ||||
2018 and thereafter | 31,745,833 | 4.8 | % | 5.30 | % | ||||
Unconsolidated Properties | |||||||||
Principal Repayments and Maturities | Percent of Total Outstanding Debt | Weighted Average Interest Rate | |||||||
2008 | $ | 2,519,316 | 1.6 | % | 5.63 | % | |||
2009 | 2,664,743 | 1.7 | % | 5.63 | % | ||||
2010 | 3,123,273 | 2.0 | % | 5.62 | % | ||||
2011 | 3,742,061 | 2.4 | % | 5.62 | % | ||||
2012 | 3,957,704 | 2.5 | % | 5.62 | % | ||||
2013 | 4,185,774 | 2.7 | % | 5.62 | % | ||||
2014 | 82,992,462 | 53.3 | % | 5.62 | % | ||||
2015 | 52,380,622 | 33.8 | % | 5.58 | % | ||||
2016 | — | — | — | ||||||
2017 | — | — | — | ||||||
2018 and thereafter | — | — | — |
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We may employ debt financing in an effort to enhance returns when mortgage interest rates are at attractive levels relative to real estate income yields. To moderate risk, Fund Portfolio leverage (long-term non-recourse debt) is expected to be limited to approximately 65%. We rely primarily on long-term fixed-rate financing to lock in favorable spreads between real estate income yields and mortgage interest rates, and strive to maintain a balanced schedule of debt maturities.
We may also seek to enhance overall portfolio returns by investing selectively in higher risk properties involving more significant leasing and/or capital reinvestment challenges. Now that the Fund has exceeded $300 million in NAV, we may also invest up to 25% of our assets in non-Primary Sectors and/or properties located outside of the United States (“Other Investments”). Other Investments will be considered when the anticipated incremental return properly compensates us for the inherent incremental risk. As of December 31, 2007, we have made one Other Investment, Railway Street Corporate Centre, a 137,000 square-foot, multi-tenant office building located in Calgary, Canada. See Item 2. “Acquisitions”.
There are several component strategies that we intend to employ to successfully invest our capital, produce incremental cash flow and net income and grow our NAV. These include:
• | finding and acquiring quality real estate investments. We intend to focus on acquiring well-located institutional quality real estate investments that provide stability through various real estate cycles. |
• | the continued successful and timely investment in new properties and financial interests in properties.In order to achieve this goal, we have made and will continue to make effective use of various ownership structures to access investment opportunities that might otherwise be unavailable to us. |
• | investment in secondary metropolitan markets. We will seek investments in secondary metropolitan markets where the investment opportunities and available Cash on Cash Returns, with risk taken into account, are more attractive than in primary markets. Currently, we are predominantly invested in primary real estate markets throughout the United States. If real estate yields continue to compress, we will selectively seek investments in additional markets to continue to achieve our diversification objectives and appropriate risk-adjusted returns. |
• | ability to secure financing. We have primarily used long-term, fixed-rate mortgage financing that is accretive to the underlying expected property returns. Our future performance is partially dependent on the direction of interest rates and lenders’ continued willingness to lend at competitive rates. In periods of increasing interest rates Cash on Cash Returns are subject to dilution. Under these market conditions, we may use the following strategies to attempt to improve investment returns: |
• | invest in properties with favorable in-place debt that we can assume. |
• | invest in structured partnerships and joint ventures that offer us a preferred right to cash flow. |
• | invest in select secondary markets that offer higher Cash on Cash Returns. |
• | invest in properties or markets with moderately higher risk. |
Seasonality
Our investments are not materially impacted by seasonality, despite certain of our retail tenants being impacted by seasonality. Percentage rents (rents computed as a percentage of tenant sales) that we earn from investments in retail properties may, in the future, be impacted by seasonality.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires us to make estimates and assumptions. These estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. For example, significant estimates and assumptions have been made with respect to the useful lives of assets,
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recoverable amounts of receivables, and initial valuations and related amortization periods of deferred costs and intangibles, particularly with respect to property acquisitions. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Critical Accounting Policies
Critical accounting policies are those that are both significant to the overall presentation of our financial condition and results of operations in our consolidated financial statements and require management to make difficult, complex or subjective judgments. Our critical accounting policies are those applicable to the following:
Initial Valuations and Estimated Useful Lives or Amortization Periods for Real Estate Investments and Intangibles
At acquisition, we make an assessment of the value and composition of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed. These assessments consider fair values of the respective assets and liabilities and are primarily determined based on estimated future cash flows using appropriate discount and capitalization rates, but may also be based on independent appraisals or other market data. The estimated future cash flows that are used for this analysis reflect the historical operations of the property, known trends and changes expected in current market and economic conditions that would impact the property’s operations, and our plans for such property. These estimates are particularly important as they are used for the allocation of purchase price between depreciable and non-depreciable real estate and other identifiable intangibles, including above, below and at-market leases. As a result, the impact of these estimates on our operations could be substantial. Significant differences in annual depreciation or amortization expense may result from the differing useful life or amortization periods related to such purchased assets and liabilities.
Events or changes in circumstances concerning a property may occur, which could indicate that the carrying values or amortization periods of the assets and liabilities may require adjustment. The resulting recovery analysis also depends on an analysis of future cash flows to be generated from a property’s assets and liabilities. Changes in our overall plans and views on current market and economic conditions may have a significant impact on the resulting estimated future cash flows of a property that are analyzed for these purposes.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
Real estate investments are individually evaluated for impairment annually or whenever conditions exist which may indicate that it is probable that the sum of expected future cash flows (on an undiscounted basis) over the anticipated holding period is less than its depreciated historical cost. Upon determination that a permanent impairment has occurred, rental properties will be reduced to their fair value.
Our estimate of the expected future cash flows used in testing for impairment is highly subjective and based on, among other things, our estimates regarding future market conditions, rental rates, occupancy levels, costs of tenant improvements, leasing commissions and other tenant concessions, assumptions regarding the residual value of our properties at the end of our anticipated holding period, discount rates and the length of our anticipated holding period. These assumptions could differ materially from actual results. If our strategy changes or if market conditions otherwise dictate a reduction in the holding period and an earlier sale date, an impairment loss could be recognized and such loss could be material.
The Fund evaluates the carrying value of its investments in unconsolidated joint ventures in accordance with Accounting Principles Board (“APB”) Opinion 18,“The Equity Method of Accounting for Investments in Common Stock.” We analyze our investments in unconsolidated real estate affiliates when circumstances change and at least annually and determine if an “other-than-temporary” impairment exists and, if so, utilize a undiscounted cash flow analysis to assess our ability to recover our carrying cost of the investment. The Fund concluded that it did not have an “other-than-temporary” impairment in any of its investments in unconsolidated joint ventures in 2007, 2006 or 2005.
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Recoverable Amounts of Receivables
We make periodic assessments of the collectibility of receivables (including deferred rent receivable) based on a specific review of the risk of loss on specific accounts or amounts. The receivable analysis places particular emphasis on past-due accounts and considers the nature and age of the receivables, the payment history and financial condition of the payee, the basis for any disputes or negotiations with the payee and other information that may impact collectibility. The analysis considers the probability of collection of the unbilled deferred rent receivable given our experience regarding such amounts. The resulting estimates of any allowance or reserve related to the recovery of these items are subject to revision as these factors change and are sensitive to the effects of economic and market conditions on such payees.
Tenant Improvements versus Lease Incentives
At the inception of a lease, we are often required to expend money to get the leased space ready for tenant occupancy or to induce the tenant to sign the lease. We make subjective judgments based on the facts and circumstances behind each lease to determine whether we have purchased an asset for the Fund as is the case for a tenant improvement or if we have, in essence, paid the tenant an inducement fee to sign the lease. Tenant improvements are recorded as investments in real estate and depreciated over the shorter of the lease life or asset life. Lease incentives are recorded as deferred expenses and are amortized against minimum rent revenue over the life of the lease.
Held For Sale
Pursuant to the provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting Standard 144, properties held-for-sale are carried at the lower of their carrying values (i.e., cost less accumulated depreciation and any impairment loss recognized, where applicable) or estimated fair values less costs to sell. Fair value is based upon the property’s most recent appraisal by a third party and carrying values are reassessed at each balance sheet date. Due to market fluctuation, actual proceeds realized on the ultimate sale of these properties may differ from estimates and such differences could be material. Depreciation and amortization cease once a property is classified as held-for-sale.
Basis of Presentation and Principles of Consolidation
The Fund’s consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP, the instructions to Form 10-K and Regulation S-X and include the accounts of our wholly-owned subsidiaries, consolidated variable interest entities and the unconsolidated investments in real estate affiliates. We consider APB Opinion 18: “The Equity Method of Accounting for Investments in Common Stock”, Statement of Position (“SOP”) 78-9: “Accounting for Investments in Real Estate Ventures”, Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) 96-16: “Investors Accounting for an Investee When the Investor has the Majority of the Voting Interest but the Minority Partners have Certain Approval or Veto Rights”, EITF 04-5: “Determining Whether a General Partner, or General Partners as a Group, Controls a Limited Partnership or Similar Entity When the Limited Partners Have Certain Rights” and FASB Interpretation No. 46 (Revised 2003): “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities—An Interpretation of ARB No. 51” (“FIN 46(R)”), to determine the method of accounting for each entity in which we own less than a 100% interest. In determining whether we have a controlling interest in a non-wholly owned entity and the requirement to consolidate the accounts of that entity, we consider factors such as ownership interest, board representation, management representation, authority to make decisions, and contractual and substantive participating rights of the members as well as whether the entity is a variable interest entity in which the Fund will absorb the majority of the entity’s expected losses, if they occur, or receive the majority of the expected residual returns, if they occur, or both. With respect to our 80% interest in 111 Sutter Street, we have concluded that we do not control the non wholly-owned entity, despite having an ownership interest of 50% or greater, because the entity is not considered a variable interest entity and the approval of all of the members is contractually required with respect to major decisions, such as operating and capital budgets, the sale, exchange or other disposition of real property, the commencement, compromise or settlement of any
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lawsuit, legal proceeding or arbitration or the placement of new or additional financing collateralized by assets of the venture. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Results of Operations
General
Our revenues are primarily received from tenants in the form of fixed minimum base rents and recoveries of operating expenses. Our expenses primarily relate to the costs of operating and financing the properties. Due to the fixed nature of the revenue and expense streams in the Fund Portfolio, significant future growth in cash flow and net income will need to be generated through the acquisition of additional properties. Our share of the net income or net loss from Unconsolidated Properties is included in the equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates.
Results of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006:
We believe the following analyses of comparable real estate investments provide important information about the operating results of our real estate investments, such as trends in total revenues or operating expenses that may not be as apparent in a period-over-period comparison of the entire Fund. Comparable real estate investments represent properties owned by us at December 31, 2007, which were also owned by us during the entire year ended on December 31, 2006. Comparable real estate investments at December 31, 2007 include Monument IV at Worldgate, Havertys Furniture, Hagemeyer Distribution Center, 25850 S. Ridgeland, Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center, 105 Kendall Park Lane, Waipio Shopping Center, Marketplace at Northglenn and the CHW Medical Office Portfolio.
Revenues
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Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||
Revenues: | ||||||||||||
Minimum rents | $ | 55,285,630 | $ | 36,453,929 | $ | 18,831,701 | 51.7 | % | ||||
Tenant recoveries and other rental income | 14,140,739 | 9,219,432 | 4,921,307 | 53.4 | % | |||||||
Total revenues | $ | 69,426,369 | $ | 45,673,361 | $ | 23,753,008 | 52.0 | % |
Increases in revenue line items from 2006 to 2007 are primarily attributable to the acquisition of the real estate investments that occurred during 2006 and 2007.
Included in minimum rents, as a net increase, are SFAS 141 and 142 above- and below-market lease amortization (See Note 2) of $1,505,202 and $1,429,627 for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively. Also included in minimum rents is straight-line rental income, representing rents recognized prior to being billed and collectible as provided by the terms of the lease, of $1,980,655 and $1,590,552 for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
Tenant recoveries relate mainly to real estate taxes and certain property operating expenses that are paid by us and are recoverable under the various tenants’ leases.
Comparable Real Estate Investments | |||||||||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | $ Change | % Change | ||||||||||
Revenues: | |||||||||||||
Minimum rents | $ | 35,646,054 | $ | 36,327,702 | $ | (681,648 | ) | (1.9 | )% | ||||
Tenant recoveries and other rental income | 11,118,594 | 9,207,574 | 1,911,020 | 20.8 | % | ||||||||
Total revenues | $ | 46,764,648 | $ | 45,535,276 | $ | 1,229,372 | 2.7 | % |
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Total Revenues Reconciliation | ||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | |||||
Total revenues: | ||||||
Comparable real estate investments | $ | 46,764,648 | $ | 45,535,276 | ||
Non-comparable real estate investments | 22,661,721 | 138,085 | ||||
Total revenues | $ | 69,426,369 | $ | 45,673,361 |
Minimum rents at comparable real estate investments decreased by $681,648 between the year ended December 31, 2007 and the same period in 2006. The decrease resulted from an approximate $536,000 decrease at the CHW Medical Office Portfolio due to decreased occupancy during 2007 compared to 2006. The decrease also stemmed from an approximate $379,000 decrease at the Marketplace at Northglenn due to lower amortization from below-market leases due to lease expirations as well as slightly decreased occupancy. These decreases were partially offset by an approximate $164,000 increase in minimum rent at Waipio Shopping Center due to lease renewals at higher rental rates and an approximate $35,000 increase in minimum rent at Havertys Furniture due to the expansion. Tenant recoveries and other rental income increased by $1,911,020 for the year ended December 31, 2007 over the same period in 2006 as a result of three items. First, an approximate $1,322,000 increase in recoveries at the CHW Medical Office Portfolio related to increases in reimbursable insurance expense and general operating expenses, as well as conversions from gross leases to net leases. Second, an approximate $35,000 increase at Havertys Furniture due to the expansion. Third, an approximate $498,000 combined increase at Waipio Shopping Center, Marketplace at Northglenn and Monument IV at Worldgate due to increases in various reimbursable operating expenses.
Operating Expenses
Total Fund | ||||||||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||
Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||
Real estate taxes | $ | 7,342,822 | $ | 4,846,485 | $ | 2,496,337 | 51.5 | % | ||||
Property operating | 12,010,493 | 8,208,386 | 3,802,107 | 46.3 | % | |||||||
Manager and advisor fees | 7,426,210 | 5,176,217 | 2,249,993 | 43.5 | % | |||||||
Fund level expenses | 2,659,349 | 2,035,099 | 624,250 | 30.7 | % | |||||||
Provision for doubtful accounts | 378,998 | 358,742 | 20,256 | 5.6 | % | |||||||
General and administrative | 527,998 | 420,868 | 107,130 | 25.5 | % | |||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 30,644,221 | 17,005,842 | 13,638,379 | 80.2 | % | |||||||
Total operating expenses | $ | 60,990,091 | $ | 38,051,639 | $ | 22,938,452 | 60.3 | % |
Increases in operating expense line items from 2006 to 2007 are primarily attributable to the acquisition of the real estate investments that occurred during 2006 and 2007.
Real estate taxes and property operating expenses consist of the costs of ownership and operation of the real estate investments, many of which are recoverable under net leases. Examples of property operating expenses include insurance, utilities and repair and maintenance expenses.
Manager and advisor fees relate to the fixed and variable management and advisory fees earned by the Manager and Advisor. Fixed fees increase or decrease based on changes in the NAV, but are expected to grow as we continue to sell Common Stock and acquire additional properties. Variable fees are calculated as a formula of cash flow generated from owning and operating the real estate investments and will fluctuate as future cash flows fluctuate, but are expected to grow as the Fund grows. Increase in manager and advisor fees from 2006 to 2007 relate mainly to the fixed management and advisory fee.
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Our Fund level expenses in 2007 and 2006 were subject to an expense limitation and reimbursement agreement (the “Expense Limitation Agreement”) with the Manager (See Note 8), which limits certain expenses to 0.75% of NAV. These expenses relate mainly to our offering, compliance and administration related costs. We record Fund level expenses based on a calculation of 0.75% of NAV annually, calculated quarterly, limited to actual costs incurred by the Fund during the current quarter plus reimbursable expenses carried forward from prior periods. Expenses in excess of the 0.75% of NAV annually, calculated quarterly, will be carried forward for up to three years. As of December 31, 2007, no Fund level expenses were being carried forward by the Manager. As of December 31, 2006, Fund level expenses of $50,882 were carried forward by the Manager, all of which were reimbursed to the Manager by us during 2007. The Expense Limitation Agreement was scheduled to expire on December 31, 2007, but was renewed and extended through December 31, 2008, after which time we will be responsible for all expenses as incurred, unless the agreement is renewed by the Manager and the Fund at their discretion. Significant amounts of Fund level expenses are expected to be incurred during the next few years as we are required to comply with the disclosure rules of the SEC and the heightened internal control requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley.
Provision for doubtful accounts relate to receivables deemed as potentially uncollectible due to the age of the receivable or the status of the tenant. Increases in provision for doubtful accounts from 2006 to 2007 relate mainly to tenant bankruptcies at some of our multi-tenant retail and office properties.
General and administrative expenses relate mainly to property expenses unrelated to property operations. Increase in general and administrative expenses from 2006 to 2007 relate mainly to bank fees and state taxes.
We expect depreciation and amortization expense to increase as we acquire new real estate investments. Depreciation and amortization expense will be impacted by the values assigned to buildings, personal property and in-place lease assets as part of the initial purchase price allocation.
Comparable Real Estate Investments | ||||||||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||
Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||
Real estate taxes | $ | 5,028,059 | $ | 4,832,797 | $ | 195,262 | 4.0 | % | ||||
Property operating | 9,009,142 | 8,208,111 | 801,031 | 9.8 | % | |||||||
Provision for doubtful accounts | 372,168 | 358,742 | 13,426 | 3.7 | % | |||||||
General and administrative | 475,922 | 331,598 | 144,324 | 43.5 | % | |||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 18,332,284 | 16,911,799 | 1,420,485 | 8.4 | % | |||||||
Total operating expenses | $ | 33,217,575 | $ | 30,643,047 | $ | 2,574,528 | 8.4 | % |
Operating Expenses Reconciliation | ||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | |||||
Total operating expenses: | ||||||
Comparable real estate investments | $ | 33,217,575 | $ | 30,643,047 | ||
Non-comparable real estate investments | 17,634,881 | 108,006 | ||||
Manager and advisor fees | 7,426,210 | 5,176,217 | ||||
Fund level expenses | 2,659,349 | 2,035,099 | ||||
General and administrative | 52,076 | 89,270 | ||||
Total operating expenses | $ | 60,990,091 | $ | 38,051,639 |
The increase in real estate taxes expense at comparable real estate investments is mainly due to an increase of $109,000 at Monument IV at Worldgate as a result of being reassessed at a higher value.
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The increase in property operating expenses at comparable real estate investments is primarily related to an increase in snow removal expense at Marketplace at Northglenn of approximately $192,000 in addition to increased insurance costs at our properties in the amount of $150,000 and increases in general operating expenses. Denver, Colorado had significant amounts of snow fall during 2007 that had not occurred during the same period in 2006, which caused the increased snow removal costs at Marketplace at Northglenn.
The increase in provision for doubtful accounts at comparable properties is mainly related to an increase in uncollectible accounts at the CHW Medical Office Portfolio of $177,000 due to tenant bankruptcies, partially offset by a decrease in uncollectible accounts at Marketplace at Northglenn of $163,000 related to tenant bankruptcies that did not occur in 2007.
The increase in general and administrative expense at comparable properties is primarily related to certain non-reimbursable state and local taxes and general property level legal costs.
The increase in depreciation and amortization expense at comparable properties is primarily related to the depreciation and amortization of capital expenditures incurred during 2006 and 2007 and the write-off of tenant improvements and lease commissions with respect to certain tenants that terminated their leases early at both the CHW Medical Office Portfolio and Marketplace at Northglenn.
Other Income and Expenses
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Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | $ Change | % Change | ||||||||||||
Other income and (expenses): | |||||||||||||||
Interest income | $ | 1,759,911 | $ | 1,562,157 | $ | 197,754 | 12.7 | % | |||||||
Interest expense | (25,164,519 | ) | (15,822,567 | ) | (9,341,952 | ) | (59.0 | )% | |||||||
Loss allocated to minority interests | 572,243 | 155,606 | 416,637 | 267.8 | % | ||||||||||
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates | 536,175 | 424,956 | 111,219 | 26.2 | % | ||||||||||
Loss on foreign currency derivative | (503,629 | ) | — | (503,629 | ) | — | % | ||||||||
Total other income and (expenses): | $ | (22,799,819 | ) | $ | (13,679,848 | ) | $ | (9,119,971 | ) | (66.7 | )% |
Interest income increased for the year ended December 31, 2007 over 2006 as a result of investing higher excess cash balances in 2007 than were invested in 2006, prior to closing on real estate investments.
Interest expense increased from 2006 to 2007 primarily due to the acquisition of real estate investments that occurred during the fourth quarter of 2006 and during 2007. We expect interest expense to increase in the future as we acquire new real estate investments using leverage. Interest expense includes the amortization of deferred finance fees, excluding those related to properties held for sale, of $601,368 and $544,129 for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively. Also included in interest expense for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, as a net reduction, is amortization of debt premium and discount associated with the assumption of debt of $121,156 and $282,180, respectively.
Loss allocated to minority interests represents the other owners’ share of the net loss recognized from operations of our consolidated joint ventures (See Note 3). The amount of future income or loss allocated to the minority interest owners of our consolidated joint ventures will be directly impacted by the net income or net loss recognized by that investment. Increase in loss allocated to minority interests from 2006 to 2007 is mainly attributable to the acquisition of 18922 Forge Drive, The District at Howell Mill, Cabana Beach San Marcos, Cabana Beach Gainesville, Campus Lodge Athens and Campus Lodge Columbia in 2007 and 9800 South Meridian in the fourth quarter of 2006.
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Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates increased by $111,219 as equity in the income at 111 Sutter Street increased by $313,347 from equity loss of $321,845 for the year ended December 31, 2006 to equity loss of $8,498 for the year ended December 31, 2007. The increase at 111 Sutter stemmed from new leasing at higher rental rates as well as the recovery of supplemental real estate taxes related to prior years. Equity income from Legacy Village decreased by $202,128 from equity income of $746,801 for the year ended December 31, 2006 to equity income of $544,673 for the year ended December 31, 2007. The decrease at Legacy resulted from a lease termination fee earned in 2006 that did not recur in 2007. This decrease was partially offset by the reversal of the co-tenancy reserve in 2007.
Loss on foreign currency derivative relates to the change in fair value of the foreign currency forward contracts. The decrease in fair value resulted from the weakening of the United States Dollar against the Canadian Dollar during the third and fourth quarters of 2007.
Discontinued Operations
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Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | $ Change | % Change | ||||||||||
Discontinued operations: | |||||||||||||
Income (loss) from discontinued operations | $ | 727,452 | $ | (704,878 | ) | $ | 1,432,330 | 203.2 | % |
Decrease in loss from discontinued operations is related to two items. First, Metropolitan Park North was held for twelve months during 2007 compared to only nine months in 2006. Second, Metropolitan Park North ceased depreciation and amortization once it was designated as held for sale on July 26, 2007 (See Note 3).
Results of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005:
We believe the following analyses of comparable real estate investments provide important information about the operating results of our real estate investments, such as trends in total revenues or operating expenses that may not be as apparent in a period-over-period comparison of the entire Fund. Comparable real estate investments represent properties owned by us at December 31, 2006, which were also owned by us during the entire year ended on December 31, 2005. Comparable real estate investments at December 31, 2006 include Monument IV at Worldgate, Havertys Furniture, Hagemeyer Distribution Center and 25850 S. Ridgeland.
Revenues
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Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||
Revenues: | ||||||||||||
Minimum rents | $ | 36,453,929 | $ | 13,246,485 | $ | 23,207,444 | 175.2 | % | ||||
Tenant recoveries and other rental income | 9,219,432 | 1,756,582 | 7,462,850 | 424.9 | % | |||||||
Total revenues | $ | 45,673,361 | $ | 15,003,067 | $ | 30,670,294 | 204.4 | % |
Increases in revenue line items from 2005 to 2006 are primarily attributable to the acquisition of the real estate investments that occurred during 2005 and 2006.
Included in minimum rents, as an increase, are SFAS 141 and 142 above- and below-market lease accretion (See Note 2) of $1,429,627 and $952,745 for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively. Also included in minimum rents is straight-line rental income, representing rents recognized prior to being billed and collectible as provided by the terms of the lease, of $1,590,552 and $881,106 for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively.
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Tenant recoveries relate mainly to real estate taxes and certain property operating expenses that are paid by us and are recoverable under the various tenants’ leases.
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Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||
Revenues: | ||||||||||||
Minimum rents | $ | 11,504,794 | $ | 10,423,821 | $ | 1,080,973 | 10.4 | % | ||||
Tenant recoveries and other rental income | 1,079,821 | 1,028,380 | 51,441 | 5.0 | % | |||||||
Total revenues | $ | 12,584,615 | $ | 11,452,201 | $ | 1,132,414 | 9.9 | % |
Total Revenues Reconciliation | ||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | |||||
Total revenues: | ||||||
Comparable real estate investments | $ | 12,584,615 | $ | 11,452,201 | ||
Non-comparable real estate investments | 33,088,746 | 3,550,866 | ||||
Total revenues | $ | 45,673,361 | $ | 15,003,067 |
Minimum rents at comparable real estate investments increased for the year ended December 31, 2006 over the same period in 2005 as a result of additional rental revenue related to the Havertys Furniture expansion of approximately $1,100,000. Tenant recoveries and other rental income increased for the year end December 31, 2006 over the same period in 2005 as a result of an increase in recoveries at Havertys Furniture of approximately $98,000 related to the increased square footage of the building which was partially offset by a decrease in real estate tax recoveries at Monument IV at Worldgate of approximately $51,000.
Operating Expenses
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Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||
Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||
Real estate taxes | $ | 4,846,485 | $ | 1,616,554 | $ | 3,229,931 | 199.8 | % | ||||
Property operating | 8,208,386 | 652,433 | 7,555,953 | 1158.1 | % | |||||||
Manager and advisor fees | 5,176,217 | 2,558,389 | 2,617,828 | 102.3 | % | |||||||
Fund level expenses | 2,035,099 | 937,109 | 1,097,990 | 117.2 | % | |||||||
Provision for doubtful accounts | 358,742 | — | 358,742 | — | ||||||||
General and administrative | 420,868 | 75,081 | 345,787 | 460.6 | % | |||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 17,005,842 | 4,794,262 | 12,211,580 | 254.7 | % | |||||||
Total operating expenses | $ | 38,051,639 | $ | 10,633,828 | $ | 27,417,811 | 257.8 | % |
Increases in operating expense line items from 2005 to 2006 are primarily attributable to the acquisition of the real estate investments that occurred during 2005 and 2006.
Real estate taxes and property operating expenses consist of the costs of ownership and operation of the real estate investments, many of which are recoverable under net leases. Examples of property operating expenses include insurance, utilities and repair and maintenance expenses.
Manager and advisor fees relate to the fixed and variable management and advisory fees earned by the Manager and the Advisor. Fixed fees increase or decrease based on changes in the NAV, but are expected to grow as we continue to sell Common Stock and acquire additional properties. Variable fees are calculated as a
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formula of cash flow generated from owning and operating the real estate investments and will fluctuate as future cash flows fluctuate, but are expected to grow as the Fund grows. Increase in manager and advisor fees from 2006 to 2007 relate mainly to the fixed management and advisory fee.
Our Fund level expenses in 2006 and 2005 were subject to the Expense Limitation Agreement (See Note 8). As of December 31, 2006, Fund level expenses of $50,882 were being carried forward by the Manager. At December 31, 2005, Fund level expenses of $225,525 were being carried forward, all of which were reimbursed to the Manager by us during 2006.
Provision for doubtful accounts relate to receivables deemed as potentially uncollectible due to the age of the receivable or the status of the tenant. Increases in provision for doubtful accounts from 2005 to 2006 relate mainly to tenant bankruptcies at some of our multi tenant retail and office properties.
General and administrative expenses relate mainly to property expenses unrelated to property operations. Increase in general and administrative expenses from 2006 to 2007 relate mainly to bank fees and state taxes.
We expect depreciation and amortization expense to increase as we acquire new real estate investments. Depreciation and amortization expense will be impacted by the values assigned to buildings and in-place lease assets as part of the initial purchase price allocation.
Comparable Real Estate Investments | ||||||||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||
Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||
Real estate taxes | $ | 1,498,848 | $ | 1,296,454 | $ | 202,394 | 15.6 | % | ||||
Property operating | 229,317 | 155,553 | 73,764 | 47.4 | % | |||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 3,648,432 | 3,436,143 | 212,289 | 6.2 | % | |||||||
Total operating expenses | $ | 5,376,597 | $ | 4,888,150 | $ | 488,447 | 10.0 | % |
Operating Expenses Reconciliation | ||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | |||||
Total operating expenses: | ||||||
Comparable real estate investments | $ | 5,376,597 | $ | 4,888,150 | ||
Non-comparable real estate investments | 25,042,858 | 2,175,099 | ||||
Manager and advisor fees | 5,176,217 | 2,558,389 | ||||
Fund level expenses | 2,035,099 | 937,109 | ||||
General and administrative | 420,868 | 75,081 | ||||
Total operating expenses | $ | 38,051,639 | $ | 10,633,828 |
The increase in real estate taxes expense at comparable real estate investments is due to an increased assessed value on Havertys Furniture due to the expiration of a tax reduction agreement on the property.
The increase in property operating expenses is the result of increased insurance costs for our real estate investments and legal costs at 25850 S. Ridgeland. As a result of the losses incurred by the insurance industry during the 2005 hurricane season, the cost of property insurance has increased for many of our properties. We incurred legal costs at 25850 S. Ridgeland to determine our rights associated with the lawsuit between the tenant and seller and the impact of the Illinois Pollution Control Board hearing.
The increase in depreciation and amortization expense is a result of the Havertys Furniture building expansion, which was completed and put into service during the first half of 2006.
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Other Income and Expenses
Total Fund | |||||||||||||||
Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | $ Change | % Change | ||||||||||||
Other income and (expenses): | |||||||||||||||
Interest income | $ | 1,562,157 | $ | 898,256 | $ | 663,901 | 73.9 | % | |||||||
Interest expense | (15,822,567 | ) | (5,371,190 | ) | (10,451,377 | ) | (194.6 | )% | |||||||
Loss allocated to minority interests | 155,606 | 10,844 | 144,762 | 1335.0 | % | ||||||||||
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates | 424,956 | 116,067 | 308,889 | 266.1 | % | ||||||||||
Total other income and (expenses): | $ | (13,679,848 | ) | $ | (4,346,023 | ) | $ | (9,333,825 | ) | (214.8 | )% |
Interest income increased for the year ended December 31, 2006 over 2005 as a result of investing idle cash from the sale of Common Stock in 2006 prior to closing on real estate investments and earning interest income on the Marketplace at Northglenn ESTIP Note (See Note 2) during 2006.
We expect interest expense to increase in the future as we acquire new real estate investments using leverage. Interest expense includes the amortization of deferred finance fees of $544,129 and $214,960 for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively. Also included in interest expense in 2006, as a reduction, is amortization of debt premium associated with the assumption of debt on the CHW Medical Office Portfolio of $285,357, and as an increase, amortization of debt discount associated with the assumption of debt on Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre of $3,177.
Loss allocated to minority interests represents the other owners’ share of the net loss recognized from operations of our consolidated joint ventures for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005. The amount of future income or loss allocated to the minority interest owners of our consolidated joint ventures will be directly impacted by the net income or net loss recognized by that investment. Increase in loss allocated to minority interests from 2005 to 2006 is directly attributable to the acquisition of the CHW Medial Office Portfolio in 2005 and 9800 South Meridian in 2006.
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates increased by $308,889 as equity income from Legacy Village increased by $475,054 from equity income of $271,747 for the year ended December 31, 2005 to equity income of $746,801 for the year ended December 31, 2006 as a result of an increase in rental income in 2006 from certain tenants who reached their maximum reduced rent provision and resumed paying full rent in connection with the triggering of co-tenancy provisions related to the closure of Expo Design Center in August 2005 (see “Significant Events” below for a further discussion of the co-tenancy provisions). Equity in the loss at 111 Sutter Street increased by $166,165 from equity loss of $155,680 for the period from March 29, 2005 (acquisition date) through December 31, 2005 to an equity loss of $321,845 for the year ended December 31, 2006 as a result of owning the property for a full year in 2006 compared to only nine months in 2005. Additionally, 111 Sutter Street paid the Fund income on a second mortgage loan extended by the Fund to 111 Sutter Street during 2005.
Discontinued Operations
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Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | $ Change | % Change | ||||||||||
Discontinued operations: | |||||||||||||
Loss from discontinued operations | $ | (704,878 | ) | $ | — | $ | (704,878 | ) | — |
Decrease in loss from discontinued operations is related to Metropolitan Park North, which was acquired in 2006 and designated as held for sale on July 26, 2007 (See Note 3).
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Significant Events
Events at Consolidated Properties
Construction on the Havertys Furniture 297,000 square foot expansion commenced in May 2005 and was completed in April 2006. The rent from the expansion had a favorable impact on our cash flow in 2006 and 2007 and we expect it to have a favorable impact going forward. The cost for the Havertys Furniture expansion was approximately $11.0 million. The tenant took occupancy and began paying rent during the first and second quarter of 2006. We obtained an $11.5 million construction loan on the expansion in late December 2005, which had an outstanding balance of $11.0 million and $10.1 million at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively, at a fixed-rate of 6.19%. The construction loan converted to a permanent mortgage loan during 2007, at the same interest rate. As part of the building expansion, the tenant extended its lease expiration from 2017 to 2021.
Events at Unconsolidated Properties
During August 2005, Expo Design Center closed its Legacy Village store as part of a broader decision to close 15 stores across the country. However, Home Depot, Inc., the parent company of Expo Design Center, is obligated to pay full rent through 2044.
The store closure triggered co-tenancy provisions in the leases of three tenants at Legacy Village. These co-tenancy provisions have various conditions, but, in general, they require either certain anchor tenants or certain amounts of square footage to be occupied and open for business or the three tenants gain certain rights. Pursuant to the leases, these three tenants have the right to pay alternative rent during the time the co-tenancy provisions are not met and would allow the tenants to terminate their leases early if the Expo Design Center space was not re-tenanted.
The Expo Design Center space had not been re-tenanted at September 2006, when an anchor tenant of the property gave notice of its intent to terminate its lease effective November 2006 as a result of the co-tenancy provisions triggered by the Expo Design Center store closure. During December 2006, the anchor tenant signed a lease modification, which nullified the lease termination. Among other things, the lease modification reduces the base rent payable by the tenant through 2014, after which time the rent returns to its original amount. The term of the lease was not changed and continues through 2019. In September 2007, a tenant subleased a portion of the Expo Design Center space, thereby nullifying all remaining co-tenancy provisions.
The co-tenancy provisions resulted in a decrease in rental revenue of approximately $640,000 in 2006. Due to the satisfaction of the co-tenancy provisions resulting in effected tenants no longer being able to request alternative rent or terminate their leases early, rental revenue increased approximately $166,000 in 2007.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
The Fund’s primary uses and sources of cash are as follows:
Uses | Sources | |
Short-term liquidity and capital needs such as: | ||
• Minor improvements made to individual properties that are not recoverable through expense recoveries or common area maintenance charges to tenants | • Operating cash flow, including the receipt of distributions of our share of cash flow produced by our unconsolidated real estate affiliates | |
• Distributions to stockholders
• Interest payments on debt
• Fees payable to the Manager and the Advisor
• General and administrative costs
• Other Fund level expenses | • Proceeds from secured loans collateralized by individual properties | |
• Proceeds from our unsecured line of credit | ||
• Proceeds from construction loans | ||
• Periodic sales of our Common Stock | ||
• Receipts from local governments for real estate tax reimbursements and sales tax sharing agreements | ||
Longer-term liquidity needs such as: | ||
• Acquisitions of new real estate | ||
• Expansion of existing properties | • Sales of real estate investments | |
• Tenant improvements and leasing commissions | ||
• Debt repayment requirements, including both principal and interest | ||
• Repurchases of our Common Stock |
The sources and uses of cash for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006 were as follows:
Year ended December 31, 2007 | Year ended December 31, 2006 | $ Change | ||||||||||
Net cash provided by operating activities | $ | 26,463,749 | $ | 9,941,108 | $ | 16,522,641 | ||||||
Net cash used in investing activities | (391,134,345 | ) | (118,799,955 | ) | (272,334,390 | ) | ||||||
Net cash provided by financing activities | 344,105,139 | 129,666,801 | 214,438,338 |
Our net cash flows provided by operating activities were impacted by a decrease in net income of $6.9 million, caused in part by an increase in interest expense of $9.3 million which outpaced the $0.8 million increase in operating income. The decrease in net income was more than offset by an increase in depreciation and amortization expense of $13.6 million causing our net cash provided by operating activities to increase by $16.5 million. Our working capital, which consists of cash, tenant accounts receivable, deferred rent receivable and prepaid and other assets less accounts payable and accrued expenses, accrued interest and accrued real estate taxes, was impacted between December 31, 2006 and December 31, 2007 by the following items:
• | an increase in deferred rent receivable of $1.7 million and prepaid expenses and other assets of $1.2 million, which was mainly the result of our 2007 and 2006 acquisitions; and |
• | an increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $7.0 million, an increase in accrued real estate taxes of $0.8 million due to 2007 acquisitions and an increase in accrued interest payable of $1.4 million as a result of acquiring real estate investments using debt. |
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In the future, we expect tenant accounts receivable to increase and to use significant amounts of working capital to pay operating expenses and interest expense as we acquire additional real estate investments.
Cash used in investing activities increased as a result of a $272.3 million increase in acquisition activity for the year ended December 31, 2007 over December 31, 2006. Cash provided by financing activities increased for the year ended December 31, 2007 over the same period in 2006 as a result of an increase in Share issuances of $47.5 million, offset by stock repurchases of $18.2 million and an increase in borrowings of $188.5 million, as a result of more acquisition activity in 2007 than in 2006.
Financing
One of our investment strategies is to use leverage in an effort to improve the overall performance of the Fund. Our target is to maintain an overall Fund Portfolio level loan-to-value ratio of not more than 65%, with an individual asset’s long-term loan-to-value ratio not to exceed 75%.
The following Consolidated Debt table provides information on the outstanding principal balances and the weighted average interest rate at December 31, 2007 and 2006 for such debt. The Unconsolidated Debt table provides information on our pro rata share of debt associated with our unconsolidated joint ventures.
Consolidated Debt
2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||
Principal Balance | Weighted Average Interest Rate | Principal Balance | Weighted Average Interest Rate | |||||||||
Fixed | $ | 653,482,819 | 5.55 | % | $ | 351,382,719 | 5.50 | % | ||||
Variable | 40,338,323 | 6.43 | % | 8,255,779 | 6.92 | % | ||||||
Total | $ | 693,821,142 | 5.60 | % | $ | 359,638,498 | 5.53 | % |
Unconsolidated Debt
2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||
Principal Balance | Weighted Average Interest Rate | Principal Balance | Weighted Average Interest Rate | |||||||||
Fixed | $ | 91,098,176 | 5.60 | % | $ | 92,205,726 | 5.60 | % | ||||
Variable | — | — | — | — | ||||||||
Total | $ | 91,098,176 | 5.60 | % | $ | 92,205,726 | 5.60 | % |
We have placed mostly fixed-rate financing with terms ranging from 5 to 10 years. At December 31, 2007, we had one floating rate loan at LIBOR plus 160 basis points (6.20% at December 31, 2007) and a borrowing on our line of credit at 6.52%. At December 31, 2006, we had one floating rate loan at LIBOR plus 160 basis points (6.92% at December 31, 2006).
We anticipate that we will continue to use mainly fixed-rate debt to acquire real estate investments as long as interest rates remain favorable.
Line of Credit
On December 21, 2005, we obtained a $30.0 million line of credit, expandable to $50.0 million once the Fund’s NAV exceeded $300 million, subject to certain financial covenants (the “2005 Line of Credit”). The 2005 Line of Credit expired on December 21, 2006, but was extended through February 21, 2007 while we negotiated
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a new line of credit with the lender. The 2005 Line of Credit carried interest at rates that approximated LIBOR plus 1.80% or a base rate, which was the greater of (i) the interest rate per annum announced from time to time by the lender as its prime rate or (ii) the Federal Funds effective rate plus 0.75%, as determined by the lender, dependent on the length of time we expect the loan to be outstanding. No borrowings were outstanding on our line of credit at December 31, 2006. As of December 31, 2006, we had issued two letters of credit from our line of credit in a total amount of $5.6 million, which were used to secure two future real estate acquisitions, which were released in 2007 once the acquisition of the two real estate investments occurred.
On February 21, 2007, we entered into a $60.0 million line of credit agreement, replacing the 2005 Line of Credit, to cover short-term capital needs for acquisitions and operations, which was expanded to $70.0 million on July 27, 2007. The additional $10.0 million borrowing capacity is supplied by BAC. The line of credit expires in two years. The line of credit carries an interest rate that approximates LIBOR plus 1.50% for borrowings expected to be outstanding for at least one month, or a base rate for borrowings expected to be outstanding for less than one month, which is the greater of (i) the interest rate per annum announced from time to time by the lender, as its prime rate or (ii) the Federal Funds effective rate plus 0.75%. Should the Fund fail to maintain a debt service coverage ratio of 1.50 to 1.00 or greater, the interest rate on the outstanding borrowings will increase by 0.50%. At December 31, 2007, we had $29.0 million borrowed on our line of credit at 6.52%. As of December 31, 2007 we had issued three letters of credit from our line of credit for approximately $2.9 million, which were used as additional collateral on three of our apartment communities acquired in November 2007. As of December 31, 2007, we were in compliance of the terms of our line of credit.
We anticipate that we will need a line of credit throughout the life of the Fund to accomplish our acquisition and operational objectives. In this respect, monies borrowed on our line of credit will be repaid from three sources:
• | placing fixed-rate mortgages on the Fund Portfolio, |
• | cash flow generated by the Fund Portfolio, and |
• | sales of our Common Stock. |
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements
Letters of credit are issued in most cases as collateral for acquisitions of properties. At December 31, 2007, we had approximately $2.9 in outstanding letters of credit, none of which are reflected as liabilities on our balance sheet. We have no other off balance sheet arrangements.
Contractual Cash Obligations and Commitments
From time to time, we have entered into contingent agreements for the acquisition of properties. Each acquisition is subject to satisfactory completion of due diligence.
The following table below aggregates our contractual obligations and commitments with payments due subsequent to December 31, 2007. The table does not include commitments with respect to the purchase of services from the Manager and the Advisor, as future payments due on such commitments cannot be determined.
Payments due by period | |||||||||||||||
Obligations | Total | Less than 1 year | 1 – 3 years | 3 – 5 years | More than 5 years | ||||||||||
Long-term debt (1) | $ | 960,182,300 | $ | 42,775,948 | $ | 144,554,250 | $ | 143,407,267 | $ | 629,444,835 | |||||
Ground leases | 1,970 | 35 | 70 | 70 | 1,795 | ||||||||||
Loan escrows | 6,148,578 | 685,654 | 4,471,308 | 571,308 | 420,308 | ||||||||||
Property acquisitions | 72,300,000 | 72,300,000 | — | — | — | ||||||||||
Foreign currency hedges | 503,629 | 503,629 | — | — | — | ||||||||||
Total | $ | 1,039,136,477 | $ | 116,265,266 | $ | 149,025,628 | $ | 143,978,645 | $ | 629,866,938 | |||||
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(1) | Includes interest expense which was calculated using the effective interest rates of the underlying borrowings for all fixed-rate debt at December 31, 2007, which was 5.55%. Since the interest rates on certain loans are based on a spread over LIBOR, the rates will periodically change; therefore, interest expense for all variable-rate debt was calculated using the effective interest rates of the underlying borrowings at December 31, 2007, which was an average interest rate of 6.43%. |
As of the filing date of this Form 10-K, we had entered into the following additional contractual commitments:
• | On January 15, 2008, as part of the acquisition of Campus Edge Lafayette, the Fund entered into a $17.5 million, seven-year fixed rate mortgage loan, at 5.57% with interest only due for the first two years. |
• | On January 15, 2008, as part of the acquisition of Campus Edge Lafayette, the Fund borrowed $7.0 million on its line of credit, |
• | On January 31, 2008, the Fund borrowed $2.0 million on its line of credit for use in operations, |
• | On February 29, 2008, as part of the acquisition of Campus Lodge Tampa, the Fund assumed a $33.5 million, nine-year fixed rate mortgage loan, at 5.95% with interest only due for the first five years. |
Commitments
From time to time, we have entered into contingent agreements for the acquisition of properties. Such acquisitions are subject to satisfactory completion of due diligence.
As part of the acquisition of the 25850 S. Ridgeland property, in exchange for $500, we were granted an option expiring in 2009 to purchase a portion of adjacent land if the tenant chooses to expand its facility. If the tenant chooses to expand its facility, then we can acquire the additional portion of land subject to the terms and conditions of that certain Expansion Option Agreement dated as of December 31, 2004, which agreement provides among other things the terms and conditions pursuant to which the purchase price for the adjacent land shall be determined.
We are subject to ground lease payments of $35 per year for 71 years on the fifteen buildings in the CHW Medical Office Portfolio.
The CHW Medical Office Portfolio mortgage debt requires that we deposit a maximum of $1.9 million into an escrow account to fund future tenant improvements and leasing commissions. At December 31, 2007, we had approximately $1.5 million deposited in this escrow, and we expect to fund approximately $400,000 during 2008. Additionally, we are required to deposit approximately $151,000 per year into an escrow account to fund capital expenditures. At December 31, 2007, our capital account escrow account balance was $555,000. These escrow accounts allow us to withdraw funds as we incur costs related to tenant improvements, leasing commissions and capital expenditures. We expect to fund the escrow requirements with operating cash flows generated by the CHW Medical Office Portfolio.
The mortgage loan collateralized by Metropolitan Park North requires that on or before April 1, 2009, we are obligated to post a $3.9 million reserve in escrow to cover costs of certain tenant improvements, leasing commissions, rent concessions, and lost rental income in connection with re-leasing space to a major tenant of the building. If the tenant provides written notice of its intent to exercise its lease renewal option by September 30, 2010, the lender will return the $3.9 million deposit to us. If the tenant fails to provide notice of its renewal, we are obligated to post an additional $2.8 million deposit into the escrow. The lender will return the reserve to us if the following conditions are met: (1) no default has occurred and remains outstanding; and (2) either the tenant has exercised its renewal options or the space has been re-leased to a new tenant(s).
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In September 2007, we entered into purchase contracts and deposited $1.7 million in earnest money to secure the acquisition of interests in two student oriented apartment communities consisting of a combined 480 units for approximately $72.3 million. On January 15, 2008, the Fund acquired a 78% tenant in common interest in Campus Edge Apartments Lafayette, a student oriented apartment community located in Lafayette, Louisiana near the University of Louisiana—Lafayette for approximately $26.2 million. Campus Edge Apartments Lafayette was built in 2007. We funded a portion of the purchase with a $17.5 million mortgage loan, maturing in 2015 at a fixed rate of 5.57%, interest only for the first two years. On February 29, 2008, the Fund acquired a 78% tenant in common interest in Campus Lodge Tampa, a student oriented apartment community located in Tampa, Florida near the University of South Florida for approximately $46.1 million. Campus Lodge Tampa was built in 2001. We assumed a $33.5 million mortgage loan collateralized by the apartment community, maturing in 2016 at a fixed-rate of 5.95%, interest only for the first five years. The apartment communities were approximately 98% leased in the aggregate as of December 31, 2007. We acquired these apartment communities through a joint venture with an investment fund advised by our Advisor, under customary business terms
REIT Requirements
To remain qualified as a real estate investment trust for federal income tax purposes, we must distribute or pay tax on 100% of our capital gains and at least 90% of ordinary taxable income to stockholders.
The following factors, among others, will affect operating cash flow and, accordingly, influence the decisions of our board of directors regarding distributions:
• | scheduled increases in base rents of existing leases; |
• | changes in minimum base rents and/or overage rents attributable to replacement of existing leases with new or renewal leases; |
• | changes in occupancy rates at existing properties and procurement of leases for newly acquired or developed properties; |
• | necessary capital improvement expenditures or debt repayments at existing properties; and |
• | our share of distributions of operating cash flow generated by the unconsolidated real estate affiliates, less management costs and debt service on additional loans that have been or will be incurred. |
We anticipate that operating cash flow, and potential new debt or equity from our future equity offerings, or refinancings will provide adequate liquidity to conduct our operations, fund general and administrative expenses, fund operating costs and interest payments and allow distributions to our stockholders in accordance with the requirements of the Code.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements And Developments
As described in Note 10, new accounting pronouncements have been issued that are effective for the current or subsequent year. Certain new accounting pronouncements have had or are expected to have an impact on our consolidated financial statements.
Item 7A. | Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk. |
We are subject to market risk associated with changes in interest rates both in terms of our variable-rate debt and the price of new fixed-rate debt for acquisitions or refinancing of existing debt. As of December 31, 2007, we had consolidated debt of $693.8 million, which included $40.3 million of variable-rate debt. Including the $2.5 million net discount on the assumption of debt, we have consolidated debt of $691.3 million at December 31, 2007. None of the variable-rate debt was subject to interest rate cap agreements. A 25 basis point movement in the interest rate on the $40.3 million of variable-rate debt would have resulted in an approximately $101,000 annualized increase or decrease in consolidated interest expense and cash flow from operating activities.
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As of December 31, 2006, we had consolidated debt of $359.6 million, which includes approximately $8.3 million of variable–rate debt, and a $1.7 million net premium on the assumption of debt. A 25 basis point movement in the interest rate on the $8.3 million of variable-rate debt would result in an approximately $21,000 annualized increase or decrease in consolidated interest expense and cash flow from operating activities.
All our Unconsolidated Properties are financed with fixed-rate debt; therefore we are not subject to interest rate exposure at these properties.
We are subject to interest rate risk with respect to our fixed-rate financing in that changes in interest rates will impact the fair value of our fixed-rate financing. To determine fair market value, the fixed-rate debt is discounted at a rate based on an estimate of current lending rates, assuming the debt is outstanding through maturity and considering the collateral. At December 31, 2007, the fair value of our mortgage notes payable and other debt payable was estimated to be approximately $1.9 million lower than the carrying value of $693.8 million. If treasury rates were 25 basis points higher at December 31, 2007, the fair value of our mortgage notes payable and other debt payable would have been approximately $11.0 million lower than the carrying value.
At December 31, 2006, the fair value of our mortgage notes payable and other debt payable was estimated to be approximately $4.4 million lower than the carrying value of $359.6 million. If treasury rates were 25 basis points higher at December 31, 2006, the fair value of our mortgage notes payable and other debt payable would have been approximately $8.6 million lower than the carrying value.
In August 2007, we purchased Railway Street Corporate Centre located in Calgary, Canada. For this investment, we use the Canadian dollar as the functional currency. When preparing consolidated financial statements, assets and liabilities of foreign entities are translated at the exchange rates at the balance sheet date, while income and expense items are translated at weighted average rates for the period. Foreign currency translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income on the Consolidated Balance Sheet and foreign currency translation adjustment on the Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income / Loss.
As a result of our Canadian investment, we are subject to market risk associated with changes in foreign currency exchange rates. These risks include the translation of local currency balances of our Canadian investment and transactions denominated in Canadian dollars. Our objective is to control our exposure to these risks through our normal operating activities and, where appropriate, through foreign currency forward contracts. We use foreign currency forward contracts as a hedging instrument to offset the impact of changes in exchange rates. Foreign currency forward contracts are sensitive to changes in foreign currency exchange rates. We do not enter into foreign exchange forward contracts for trading purposes. We record these foreign currency forward contracts at fair value on the Consolidated Balance Sheet with gains and losses reported as a component of net income (loss) in loss on foreign currency derivative in the Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income / Loss.
Foreign currency translation gains and losses on our Canadian investment will generally be partially offset by corresponding losses and gains on the related foreign currency forward contracts. Our foreign currency forward contracts reduce, but do not always entirely eliminate the impact of foreign currency exchange rate movements. For the year ended December 31, 2007, we recognized a foreign currency translation gain of $1.0 million and a loss on foreign currency derivative of $0.5 million. At December 31, 2007, a 10% unfavorable exchange rate movement would have reduced our foreign currency translation gain by approximately $1.4 million to a foreign currency translation loss of $0.4 million and would have also reduced our loss on foreign currency derivative by approximately $0.8 million to a gain on foreign currency derivative of $0.3 million.
Item 8. | Financial Statements and Supplementary Data. |
See “Index to Financial Statements” on page F-1 of this Form 10-K.
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Item 9. | Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure. |
None.
Item 9A. | Controls and Procedures. |
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the chief executive officer and chief financial officer, we conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, (the “Exchange Act”)), as the end of the period covered by this report. Based on management’s evaluation as of December 31, 2007, our chief executive officer and chief financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective to provide reasonable assurance that the information required to be disclosed by us in our reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms and such information is accumulated and communicated to management, including our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There were no changes to our internal control over financial reporting during the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2007 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal controls over financial reporting.
Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting, which appears on page F-3, is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 9B. | Other Information. |
On December 18, 2007, the Fund renewed the Expense Limitation Agreement with the Manager. For a brief description of the terms and conditions of the Expense Limitation Agreement, please see the fourth paragraph of Note 8 to the Fund’s consolidated financial statements, which begin on page F-1 of this Form 10-K.
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PART III
In accordance with the rules of the SEC, certain information required by Part III is omitted and is incorporated by reference into this Form 10-K from our definitive proxy statement relating to our 2008 annual meeting of stockholders (our “2008 Proxy Statement”) that we intend to file with the SEC no later than April 29, 2008.
Item 10. | Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance. |
The information regarding Directors and Executive Officers appearing under the heading “Proposal 1: Election of Directors” and “Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance” of our 2008 Proxy Statement is incorporated by reference. The information under the heading “Executive Officers of the Registrant” in Item 1 of this Form 10-K is also incorporated by reference in this section.
We have adopted the Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy that applies to all of our officers, directors and employees. We have also adopted Corporate Governance Guidelines. If you would like a copy of our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and/or our Corporate Governance Guidelines, please contact Peggy Lynn, 225 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT 06905-3039, or call (203) 352-4497.
Item 11. | Executive Compensation. |
The information appearing in our 2008 Proxy Statement under the headings “Compensation,” and “Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation” is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 12. | Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholders Matters. |
We do not have any compensation plans pursuant to which our equity securities are authorized for issuance.
The information appearing in our 2008 Proxy Statement under the heading “Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management” is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 13. | Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence. |
The information appearing in our 2008 Proxy Statement under the headings “Information Regarding the Board of Directors and its Committees” and “Transactions with Related Persons, and Certain Control Persons” is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 14. | Principal Accounting Fees and Services. |
The information appearing in our 2008 Proxy Statement under the headings “Fees Paid to Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm” and “Audit Committee Pre-Approval Policies and Procedures” is incorporated herein by reference.
PART IV
Item 15. | Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules. |
(1) | Financial Statements: See “Index to Financial Statements” at page F-1 below. |
(2) | Financial Statement Schedule: See “Schedule III—Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation” at page F-34 below. |
(3) | The Index of Exhibits below is incorporated herein by reference. |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant, Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc., has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
EXCELSIOR LASALLE PROPERTY FUND, INC. | ||||
By: | /s/ HENRY I. FEUERSTEIN | |||
Date: March 7, 2008 | Henry I. Feuerstein | |||
President, Chief Executive Officer |
POWER OF ATTORNEY
Each individual whose signature appears below constitutes and appoints Henry I. Feuerstein and Steven Suss, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents with full power of substitution, for him or her and in his or her name, place and stead, in any and all capacities, to sign any and all amendments to this report on Form 10-K, and to file the same, with all exhibits thereto and all documents in connection therewith, with the Securities and Exchange Commission, granting unto said attorneys-in-fact and agents, and each of them, full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing requisite and necessary to be done in and about the premises, as fully to all intents and purposes as he or she might or could do in person, hereby ratifying and confirming all that said attorneys-in-fact and agents or any of them, or his, her or their substitute or substitutes, may lawfully do or cause to be done or by virtue hereof.
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
Signature | Title | Date | ||
/s/ HENRY I. FEUERSTEIN | President, Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer) | March 7, 2008 | ||
/s/ STEVEN L. SUSS | Chief Financial Officer (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer) | March 7, 2008 | ||
/s/ THOMAS F. MCDEVITT | Chairman of the Board of Directors | March 7, 2008 | ||
/s/ DAVID R. BAILIN | Director | March 7, 2008 | ||
/s/ VIRGINIA G. BREEN | Director | March 7, 2008 | ||
/s/ JONATHAN B. BULKELEY | Director | March 7, 2008 | ||
/s/ PETER H. SCHAFF | Director | March 7, 2008 |
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Exhibit Number | Description | |
3.1(1) | Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. | |
3.2(2) | Amended and Restated Bylaws of Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc., Adopted by the Board of Directors on December 18, 2006. | |
4.1 | Form of Subscription Agreement for Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. | |
10.1 | Amended and Restated Management Agreement by and between Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. and UST Advisors, Inc., dated as of June 19, 2007. | |
10.2(1)* | Letter Agreement by and between Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc., U.S. Trust Company, N.A. and LaSalle Investment Management, Inc., dated as of June 16, 2004. | |
10.3(1) | Letter Agreement by and between Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc., U.S. Trust Company, N.A. and LaSalle Investment Management, Inc., dated as of September 8, 2004. | |
10.4(1)* | Investment Advisory Agreement by and between Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc., U.S. Trust Company, N.A. and LaSalle Investment Management, Inc., dated as of December 23, 2004. | |
10.5(1)* | Letter Agreement by and between Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc., U.S. Trust Company, N.A. and LaSalle Investment Management, Inc., dated as of December 23, 2004. | |
10.6(1) | Investment Advisory Agreement Assumption Agreement by and between Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc., U.S. Trust Company, N.A., LaSalle Investment Management, Inc. and UST Advisers, Inc. dated as of December 16, 2005. | |
10.7 | Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. Expense Limitation and Reimbursement Agreement, by and between Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. and UST Advisers, Inc., dated as of December 18, 2007. | |
10.8(1) | Purchase Agreement for Metropolitan Park North. | |
10.9(3)* | Purchase and Sale Agreement for The District at Howell Mill, dated May 13, 2007, by and among The District at Howell Mill, LLC, ELPF Howell Mill, LLC and Calloway Title and Escrow, L.L.C. | |
10.10(4)* | Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement among Cabana Beach of San Marcos, L.P., Cabana South Beach Apartments LP and Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. dated September 14, 2007 (the “Purchase and Sale Agreement”). | |
10.11(4) | First Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement dated October 1, 2007. | |
10.12(4)* | Second Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement dated October 9, 2007. | |
10.13(4) | Third Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement dated October 11, 2007. | |
10.14(4) | Fourth Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement dated October 12, 2007. | |
14 | Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy. | |
21 | Subsidiaries of Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. | |
24 | Power of Attorney (see signature page to this Form 10-K) | |
31.1 | Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. | |
31.2 | Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. | |
32.1 | Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. | |
32.2 | Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. |
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* | Portions of these exhibits have been omitted and filed separately with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) pursuant to confidential treatment requests filed with and approved by the SEC under Rule 24b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. |
(1) | Incorporated by reference to the Fund’s Registration Statement on Form 10 filed with the SEC on April 28, 2006. |
(2) | Incorporated by reference to the Fund’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 16, 2007. |
(3) | Incorporated by reference to the Fund’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on August 9, 2007. |
(4) | Incorporated by reference to the Fund’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 7, 2007. |
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | ||
Managements’ Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting | F-3 | |
F-4 | ||
F-5 | ||
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2007 and 2006 | F-6 | |
F-7 | ||
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 | F-8 | |
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 | F-9 | |
F-10 | ||
FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULE | ||
F-34 | ||
Legacy Village Investors, LLC: | ||
Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2007 and 2006 (Not covered by the report included herein) | F-38 | |
F-39 | ||
F-40 | ||
Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006(Not covered by the report included herein) | F-41 | |
F-42 | ||
F-49 | ||
F-50 | ||
F-51 | ||
F-52 | ||
F-53 | ||
F-55 | ||
CEP Investors XII LLC: | ||
Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2007 and 2006(Not covered by the report included herein) | F-61 |
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Statements of Operations for the year ended December 31, 2007 and 2006(Not covered by the report included herein) | F-62 | |
Statement of Members’ Capital for the year ended December 31, 2007 and 2006(Not covered by the report included herein) | F-63 | |
Statements of Cash Flows for the year ended December 31, 2007 and 2006(Not covered by the report included herein) | F-64 | |
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MANAGEMENT’S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(f). Our internal control over financial reporting is a process designed under the supervision of our chief executive officer and chief financial officer to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and preparation of our financial statements for external purposes in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
As of December 31, 2007, our management conducted an assessment of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting based on criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission in “Internal Control—Integrated Framework”.
Based on the assessment, management has concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was effective as of the end of December 31, 2007 to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America.
The effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting has been audited by our independent registered public accounting firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, as stated in their report, which is included on page F-4 of this Form 10-K.
/s/ HENRY I. FEUERSTEIN |
Henry I. Feuerstein |
President and Chief Executive Officer |
/s/ STEVEN L. SUSS |
Steven L. Suss |
Chief Financial Officer |
March 7, 2008
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and Stockholders of
Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc.
In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated balance sheets and the related consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income/loss, of stockholders’ equity, and of cash flows present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) at December 31, 2007 and the results of their operations and their cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2007 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. In addition, in our opinion, the financial statement schedule as of December 31, 2007 and for the year then ended listed in the accompanying index presents fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein when read in conjunction with the related consolidated financial statements. Also in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2007, based on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). The Company’s management is responsible for these financial statements and financial statement schedule, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express opinions on these financial statements and financial statement schedule and on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our integrated audit. We conducted our audit 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 and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit of the financial statements included 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, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audit also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinions.
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
We also have audited the adjustments to the 2006 consolidated financial statements to retrospectively reflect the discontinued operations described in Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements. In our opinion, such adjustments are appropriate and have been properly applied. We were not engaged to audit, review, or apply any procedures to the 2006 or 2005 consolidated financial statements of the Company other than with respect to the adjustments for 2006 and, accordingly, we do not express an opinion or any other form of assurance on the 2006 or 2005 consolidated financial statements taken as a whole.
/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Chicago, Illinois
March 7, 2008
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and Stockholders of
Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc.
We have audited, before the effects of the adjustments in 2006 to retrospectively reclassify certain amounts related to discontinued operations discussed in Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements, the consolidated balance sheet of Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. and subsidiaries (the “Fund”) as of December 31, 2006, and the related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 (the 2006 consolidated financial statements before the effects of the adjustments discussed in Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements are not presented herein). Our audits also included the financial statement schedules listed in the Index at Item 15. These financial statements and financial statement schedules are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial statements and financial statement schedules based on our audits.
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 Fund is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. Our audits 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 Fund’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, such 2006 and 2005 consolidated financial statements, before the effects of the adjustments in 2006 to retrospectively reclassify certain amounts related to discontinued operations discussed in Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements, present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2006, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Also, in our opinion, such financial statement schedules, when considered in relation to the basic consolidated financial statements taken as a whole, present fairly in all material respects the information set forth therein.
We were not engaged to audit, review, or apply any procedures to the adjustments to retrospectively reclassify certain amounts related to discontinued operations discussed in Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements and, accordingly, we do not express an opinion or any other form of assurance about whether such retrospective adjustments are appropriate and have been properly applied. Those retrospective adjustments were audited by other auditors.
/s/ DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP
Chicago, Illinois
March 13, 2007
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EXCELSIOR LASALLE PROPERTY FUND, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
December 31, | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
ASSETS | ||||||||
Investments in real estate: | ||||||||
Land | $ | 124,851,113 | $ | 63,734,478 | ||||
Buildings and equipment | 697,728,378 | 403,054,526 | ||||||
Construction in progress | 270,745 | — | ||||||
Less accumulated depreciation | (20,944,369 | ) | (10,614,390 | ) | ||||
Net property and equipment | 801,905,867 | 456,174,614 | ||||||
Investments in unconsolidated real estate affiliates | 43,483,455 | 47,958,556 | ||||||
Real estate held for sale | 85,577,533 | — | ||||||
Net investments in real estate | 930,966,855 | 504,133,170 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents | 8,385,655 | 28,969,562 | ||||||
Restricted cash | 6,705,070 | 4,584,158 | ||||||
Tenant accounts receivable, net | 1,962,480 | 1,909,505 | ||||||
Deferred expenses, net | 5,981,087 | 3,168,332 | ||||||
Acquired intangible assets, net | 102,879,680 | 82,527,563 | ||||||
Deferred rent receivable, net | 4,349,696 | 2,686,998 | ||||||
Prepaid expenses and other assets | 8,957,150 | 7,714,659 | ||||||
TOTAL ASSETS | $ | 1,070,187,673 | $ | 635,693,947 | ||||
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | ||||||||
Mortgage notes and other debt payable, net | $ | 630,315,626 | $ | 361,350,770 | ||||
Liabilities held for sale | 62,137,186 | — | ||||||
Accounts payable and other accrued expenses | 11,105,734 | 4,067,379 | ||||||
Distributions payable | 6,092,117 | 4,633,215 | ||||||
Accrued interest | 2,956,433 | 1,566,347 | ||||||
Accrued real estate taxes | 3,383,228 | 2,563,261 | ||||||
Manager and advisor fees payable | 2,806,729 | 1,786,399 | ||||||
Acquired intangible liabilities, net | 19,795,567 | 15,468,359 | ||||||
TOTAL LIABILITIES | 738,592,620 | 391,435,730 | ||||||
Minority interests | 15,518,616 | 3,036,401 | ||||||
Commitments and contingencies | — | — | ||||||
Stockholders’ Equity: | ||||||||
Common stock: $0.01 par value; 5,000,000 shares authorized; 3,586,850 and 2,647,551 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively | 35,869 | 26,476 | ||||||
Additional paid-in capital | 386,526,753 | 274,634,314 | ||||||
Accumulated other comprehensive income | 963,389 | — | ||||||
Distributions to stockholders | (48,322,714 | ) | (26,184,060 | ) | ||||
Accumulated deficit | (23,126,860 | ) | (7,254,914 | ) | ||||
Total stockholders’ equity | 316,076,437 | 241,221,816 | ||||||
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | $ | 1,070,187,673 | $ | 635,693,947 | ||||
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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EXCELSIOR LASALLE PROPERTY FUND, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME / LOSS
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | ||||||||||
Revenues: | ||||||||||||
Minimum rents | $ | 55,285,630 | $ | 36,453,929 | $ | 13,246,485 | ||||||
Tenant recoveries and other rental income | 14,140,739 | 9,219,432 | 1,756,582 | |||||||||
Total revenues | 69,426,369 | 45,673,361 | 15,003,067 | |||||||||
Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||
Real estate taxes | 7,342,822 | 4,846,485 | 1,616,554 | |||||||||
Property operating | 12,010,493 | 8,208,386 | 652,433 | |||||||||
Manager and advisor fees | 7,426,210 | 5,176,217 | 2,558,389 | |||||||||
Fund level expenses | 2,659,349 | 2,035,099 | 937,109 | |||||||||
Provision for doubtful accounts | 378,998 | 358,742 | — | |||||||||
General and administrative | 527,998 | 420,868 | 75,081 | |||||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 30,644,221 | 17,005,842 | 4,794,262 | |||||||||
Total operating expenses | 60,990,091 | 38,051,639 | 10,633,828 | |||||||||
Operating income | 8,436,278 | 7,621,722 | 4,369,239 | |||||||||
Other income and (expenses): | ||||||||||||
Interest income | 1,759,911 | 1,562,157 | 898,256 | |||||||||
Interest expense | (25,164,519 | ) | (15,822,567 | ) | (5,371,190 | ) | ||||||
Loss allocated to minority interests | 572,243 | 155,606 | 10,844 | |||||||||
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates | 536,175 | 424,956 | 116,067 | |||||||||
Loss on foreign currency derivative | (503,629 | ) | — | — | ||||||||
Total other income and (expenses): | (22,799,819 | ) | (13,679,848 | ) | (4,346,023 | ) | ||||||
Net income (loss) from continuing operations | (14,363,541 | ) | (6,058,126 | ) | 23,216 | |||||||
Discontinued operations: | ||||||||||||
Income (loss) from discontinued operations | 727,452 | (704,878 | ) | — | ||||||||
Net income (loss) | (13,636,089 | ) | (6,763,004 | ) | 23,216 | |||||||
Other comprehensive income: | ||||||||||||
Foreign currency translation adjustment | 963,389 | — | — | |||||||||
Total other comprehensive income | 963,389 | — | — | |||||||||
Net comprehensive income (loss) | $ | (12,672,700 | ) | $ | (6,763,004 | ) | $ | 23,216 | ||||
Net income (loss) from continuing operations per share-basic and diluted | $ | (4.41 | ) | $ | (2.59 | ) | $ | 0.02 | ||||
Discontinued operations | 0.22 | (0.30 | ) | — | ||||||||
Income (loss) per share-basic and diluted | $ | (4.19 | ) | $ | (2.89 | ) | $ | 0.02 | ||||
Weighted average common stock outstanding-basic and diluted | 3,252,725 | 2,341,347 | 1,276,388 | |||||||||
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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EXCELSIOR LASALLE PROPERTY FUND, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Common Stock | Additional Paid In Capital | Other Comprehensive Income | Distributions to Stockholders | Retained Earnings / (Accumulated Deficit) | Total Stockholders’ Equity | |||||||||||||||||||||
Shares | Amount | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Balance, December 31, 2004 | 936,100 | $ | 9,361 | $ | 93,600,639 | — | $ | (1,289,777 | ) | $ | (62,403 | ) | $ | 92,257,820 | ||||||||||||
Issuance of common stock | 1,001,843 | 10,018 | 102,657,392 | — | — | — | 102,667,410 | |||||||||||||||||||
Net income | — | — | — | — | — | 23,216 | 23,216 | |||||||||||||||||||
Distributions declared ($7.00 per share) | — | — | — | — | (8,893,533 | ) | — | (8,893,533 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Balance, December 31, 2005 | 1,937,943 | 19,379 | 196,258,031 | — | (10,183,310 | ) | (39,187 | ) | 186,054,913 | |||||||||||||||||
Issuance of common stock | 756,300 | 7,564 | 83,183,382 | — | — | — | 83,190,946 | |||||||||||||||||||
Repurchase of common stock | (46,692 | ) | (467 | ) | (4,807,099 | ) | — | — | (452,723 | ) | (5,260,289 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Net loss | — | — | — | — | — | (6,763,004 | ) | (6,763,004 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Distributions declared ($7.00 per share) | — | — | — | — | (16,000,750 | ) | — | (16,000,750 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Balance, December 31, 2006 | 2,647,551 | 26,476 | 274,634,314 | — | (26,184,060 | ) | (7,254,914 | ) | 241,221,816 | |||||||||||||||||
Issuance of common stock | 1,138,920 | 11,389 | 133,139,445 | — | — | — | 133,150,834 | |||||||||||||||||||
Repurchase of common stock | (199,621 | ) | (1,996 | ) | (21,247,006 | ) | — | — | (2,235,857 | ) | (23,484,859 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Net loss | — | — | — | — | — | (13,636,089 | ) | (13,636,089 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Other comprehensive income | — | — | — | 963,389 | — | — | 963,389 | |||||||||||||||||||
Distributions declared ($7.00 per share) | — | — | — | — | (22,138,654 | ) | — | (22,138,654 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Balance, December 31, 2007 | 3,586,850 | $ | 35,869 | $ | 386,526,753 | $ | 963,389 | $ | (48,322,714 | ) | $ | (23,126,860 | ) | $ | 316,076,437 | |||||||||||
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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EXCELSIOR LASALLE PROPERTY FUND, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | ||||||||||
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||||||
Net income (loss) | $ | (13,636,089 | ) | $ | (6,763,004 | ) | $ | 23,216 | ||||
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities: | ||||||||||||
Minority interests | (572,243 | ) | (155,606 | ) | (10,844 | ) | ||||||
Depreciation, including discontinued operations | 12,036,625 | 7,904,190 | 2,443,309 | |||||||||
Amortization of in-place lease intangible assets, including discontinued operations | 20,196,286 | 11,242,467 | 2,350,953 | |||||||||
Amortization of net above-and below-market in-place leases, including discontinued operations | (1,505,202 | ) | (1,429,627 | ) | (952,745 | ) | ||||||
Amortization of financing fees, including discontinued operations | 653,970 | 583,469 | 214,960 | |||||||||
Amortization of net debt premium and discount | (121,156 | ) | (282,180 | ) | (11,995 | ) | ||||||
Amortization of lease commissions, including discontinued operations | 127,061 | 63,334 | — | |||||||||
Loss on foreign currency derivative | 503,629 | — | — | |||||||||
Provision for doubtful accounts | 378,998 | 358,742 | — | |||||||||
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates | (536,175 | ) | (424,956 | ) | (116,067 | ) | ||||||
Distributions of income received from unconsolidated affiliates | 544,673 | 746,802 | 271,747 | |||||||||
Net changes in assets and liabilities: | ||||||||||||
Tenant accounts receivable | (532,849 | ) | (1,937,450 | ) | (279,785 | ) | ||||||
Deferred rent receivable | (1,980,644 | ) | (1,590,552 | ) | (881,106 | ) | ||||||
Prepaids and other assets | 714,243 | 1,004,102 | (3,960,122 | ) | ||||||||
Manager and advisor fees payable | 1,020,330 | (477,811 | ) | 2,264,210 | ||||||||
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | 9,172,292 | 1,099,188 | 3,898,245 | |||||||||
Net cash provided by operating activities | 26,463,749 | 9,941,108 | 5,253,976 | |||||||||
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||||||
Purchase of real estate investments | (390,009,036 | ) | (117,711,511 | ) | (197,834,563 | ) | ||||||
Capital improvements and lease commissions | (3,335,710 | ) | (3,838,704 | ) | — | |||||||
Deposits for investments under contract | (1,700,000 | ) | (500,000 | ) | (500,000 | ) | ||||||
Deposits refunded for investments under contract | 500,000 | — | — | |||||||||
Distributions received from unconsolidated affiliates in excess of income | 4,466,603 | 3,428,129 | 4,090,765 | |||||||||
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates | — | — | (25,004,469 | ) | ||||||||
Loan escrows | (1,056,202 | ) | (177,868 | ) | (2,921,690 | ) | ||||||
Net cash used in investing activities | (391,134,345 | ) | (118,799,955 | ) | (222,169,957 | ) | ||||||
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||||||
Issuance of common stock | 126,835,401 | 79,357,534 | 101,430,974 | |||||||||
Repurchase of common stock | (23,484,859 | ) | (5,260,289 | ) | — | |||||||
Distributions to stockholders | (14,364,319 | ) | (10,562,297 | ) | (4,628,923 | ) | ||||||
Distributions paid to minority interests | (653,983 | ) | (223,885 | ) | — | |||||||
Deposits on loan commitments | (349,310 | ) | (484,600 | ) | 457,000 | |||||||
Draws on credit facility | 79,500,000 | 19,000,000 | 45,700,000 | |||||||||
Payments on credit facility | (50,500,000 | ) | (19,000,000 | ) | (45,700,000 | ) | ||||||
Debt issuance costs | (2,865,807 | ) | (660,586 | ) | (2,511,988 | ) | ||||||
Proceeds from mortgage notes and other debt payable | 232,178,848 | 72,669,548 | 126,936,602 | |||||||||
Principal payments on mortgage notes and other debt payable | (2,190,832 | ) | (5,168,624 | ) | — | |||||||
Net cash provided by financing activities | 344,105,139 | 129,666,801 | 221,683,665 | |||||||||
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents | (20,565,457 | ) | 20,807,954 | 4,767,684 | ||||||||
Effect of exchange rates | (18,450 | ) | — | — | ||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period | 28,969,562 | 8,161,608 | 3,393,924 | |||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period | $ | 8,385,655 | $ | 28,969,562 | $ | 8,161,608 | ||||||
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: | ||||||||||||
Interest paid, including discontinued operations | $ | 26,026,120 | $ | 17,300,922 | $ | 4,902,223 | ||||||
Interest capitalized | $ | 60,687 | $ | 20,071 | $ | 82,953 | ||||||
Non-cash activities: | ||||||||||||
Assumption of mortgage loan payable | (69,253,702 | ) | (13,770,566 | ) | (86,586,854 | ) | ||||||
Distributions payable | 6,092,117 | 4,633,215 | 3,028,174 | |||||||||
Release of restricted cash for TIF note receivable | — | — | 4,556,690 | |||||||||
Stock issued through dividend reinvestment plan | 6,315,433 | 3,833,412 | 1,236,436 | |||||||||
Liability for capital expenditures | (549,583 | ) | 731,936 | 8,048,587 | ||||||||
Minority interests | 13,708,441 | 603,766 | 2,822,971 | |||||||||
Havertys Furniture land purchase | 3,144,450 | — | — | |||||||||
25850 S. Ridgeland option payment | — | 499,500 | — |
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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EXCELSIOR LASALLE PROPERTY FUND, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE 1—ORGANIZATION
General
Except where the context suggests otherwise, the terms “we,” “us,” “our” and the “Fund” refer to Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc.
The Fund is a Maryland corporation and was incorporated on May 28, 2004 (“Inception”). The Fund was created to provide accredited investors within the meaning of Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933 (the “Securities Act”) with an opportunity to participate in a private real estate investment fund that has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) for federal income tax purposes. We are authorized to issue up to 5,000,000 of our Class A common stock, $0.01 par value per share (our “Common Stock” or “Shares”). Please note that while we use the term “Fund,” the Fund is not a mutual fund or any other type of “investment company” as that term is defined by the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”) and will not be registered under that Act.
From Inception through December 22, 2004, LaSalle US Holdings, Inc. was the sole stockholder of the Fund, and the Fund was managed and advised by LaSalle Investment Management, Inc. (“LaSalle”), a Maryland corporation. On December 23, 2004, we held an initial closing (the “Initial Closing”) and sold Shares for $100 per share to approximately 400 accredited investors. Also on December 23, 2004, our sponsor, U.S. Trust Company, N.A., acting through its investment advisory division, U.S. Trust Company, N.A. Asset Management Division, became the manager of the Fund (the “Former Manager”). On December 16, 2005, UST Advisers, Inc. (the “Manager”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of U.S. Trust Company, N.A., assumed the duties and responsibilities of U.S. Trust Company, N.A. Asset Management Division and became the manager of the Fund. The Manager is registered as an investment advisor with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The Manager has the day-to-day responsibility for our management and administration pursuant to a management agreement between us and the Manager (the “Management Agreement”). On March 31, 2006, U.S. Trust Company, N.A. merged with its affiliate, United States Trust Company, National Association (“U.S. Trust”), with U.S. Trust as the surviving entity.
On July 1, 2007, U.S. Trust Corporation and all of its subsidiaries, including the Manager, were acquired by Bank of America Corporation (“BAC”). As a result of this transaction, UST Advisers, Inc., the Manager of the Fund, and UST Securities Corp., the Fund’s placement agent, (both indirect subsidiaries of U.S. Trust) are now indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries of, and controlled by, BAC. Prior to the transaction, U.S. Trust and its subsidiaries, including UST Advisers, Inc. and UST Securities Corp., were controlled by The Charles Schwab Corporation. UST Advisers, Inc. continues to serve as the Manager of the Fund and UST Securities Corp. continues to serve as the placement agent to the Fund, and the Fund has consented to the change in ownership of the Manager and UST Securities Corp. On February 22, 2008, U.S. Trust merged into Bank of America, N.A., an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of BAC.
The Manager and the Fund have contracted with LaSalle to act as our investment advisor (the “Advisor”). The Advisor is registered as an investment advisor with the SEC. The Advisor has broad discretion with respect to our investment decisions and is responsible for selecting our investments and for managing our investment portfolio pursuant to the terms of the Advisory Agreement among the Fund, the Advisor and the Manager (the “Advisory Agreement”). LaSalle is a wholly-owned but operationally independent subsidiary of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, a New York Stock Exchange-listed real estate services and money management firm. We have no employees as all operations are overseen and undertaken by the Manager and Advisor. In accordance with Maryland law, the Fund does have certain officers who administer the Fund’s operations. These officers are employees of, and are compensated by, the Manager.
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The Manager has retained The Townsend Group, at the expense of the Manager, to assist the Manager in reviewing the investment activities of the Advisor and the investment performance of the Fund’s assets and monitoring compliance with the Fund’s investment guidelines. The Townsend Group is a consulting firm whose exclusive focus is the asset class of real estate. Founded in 1983, and with offices in Cleveland, Denver and San Francisco, The Townsend Group is a provider of real estate consulting services to institutional investors in the United States.
NOTE 2—SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Presentation and Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”), the instructions to Form 10-K and Regulation S-X and include the accounts of our wholly-owned subsidiaries, consolidated variable interest entities and the unconsolidated investments in real estate affiliates. We consider Accounting Principles Board (“APB”) Opinion 18: “The Equity Method of Accounting for Investments in Common Stock”, Statement of Position (“SOP”) 78-9: “Accounting for Investments in Real Estate Ventures”, Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) 96-16: “Investors Accounting for an Investee When the Investor has the Majority of the Voting Interest but the Minority Partners have Certain Approval or Veto Rights”, EITF 04-5: “Determining Whether a General Partner, or General Partners as a Group, Controls a Limited Partnership or Similar Entity When the Limited Partners Have Certain Rights” and Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Interpretation No. 46 (Revised 2003): “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities—An Interpretation of ARB No. 51” (“FIN 46(R)”), to determine the method of accounting for each entity in which we own less than a 100% interest. In determining whether we have a controlling interest in a non-wholly owned entity and the requirement to consolidate the accounts of that entity, we consider factors such as ownership interest, board representation, management representation, authority to make decisions, and contractual and substantive participating rights of the members as well as whether the entity is a variable interest entity in which the Fund will absorb the majority of the entity’s expected losses, if they occur, or receive the majority of the expected residual returns, if they occur, or both. With respect to our 80% interest in 111 Sutter Street, we have concluded that we do not control the non wholly-owned entity, despite having an ownership interest of 50% or greater, because the entity is not considered a variable interest entity and the approval of all of the members is contractually required with respect to major decisions, such as operating and capital budgets, the sale, exchange or other disposition of real property, the commencement, compromise or settlement of any lawsuit, legal proceeding or arbitration or the placement of new or additional financing collateralized by assets of the venture. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Minority interests represent the minority members’ proportionate share of the equity in our consolidated variable interest entities (as determined by FIN 46(R)), 9800 South Meridian, 18922 Forge Drive, The District at Howell Mill, Cabana Beach San Marcos, Cabana Beach Gainesville, Campus Lodge Athens, and Campus Lodge Columbia for which we are the primary beneficiary. At acquisition, we measured and recorded the assets, liabilities and non-controlling interests at the implied fair value, based on the purchase price. Minority interests will increase for the minority members’ share of net income of these variable interest entities and decrease for the minority members’ share of net loss and distributions.
Certain of the Fund’s joint venture agreements include provisions whereby, at certain specified times, each party has the right to initiate a purchase or sale of its interest in the joint ventures at an agreed upon fair value. Under these provisions, the Fund is not obligated to purchase the interest of its outside joint venture partners.
Certain reclassifications of prior period amounts have been made to the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income / loss and consolidated statements of cash flows. These reclassifications have been made to conform to the 2007 presentation. These reclassifications have not changed the Fund’s financial position as of December 31, 2006 and 2005 or consolidated results of operations or cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005.
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Investments in Real Estate
Real estate assets are stated at cost. Our real estate assets are reviewed for impairment annually, on December 31 of each year, or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. A real estate asset is considered to be impaired when the estimated future undiscounted operating cash flow over the expected hold period is less than its carrying value in accordance with FASB Statement No. 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets”, (“SFAS 144”). To the extent an impairment has occurred, the excess of carrying value of the asset over its estimated fair value will be charged to operations.
Depreciation expense is computed using the straight-line method based upon the following estimated useful lives:
Asset Category | Estimated Useful Life | |
Buildings and improvements | 40-50 Years | |
Tenant improvements | Life of related lease | |
Equipment and fixtures | 2-10 Years |
Construction in progress represents the cost of construction plus capitalized expenses incurred during the construction period for expansion projects undertaken by us. Interest costs are capitalized during the construction period for construction related expenditures based on the interest rates for in-place debt. An allocable portion of real estate taxes and insurance expense incurred during the construction period are capitalized until construction is substantially completed. Construction costs and capitalized expenses are depreciated over the useful life of the development project once placed in service.
Pre-acquisition costs are capitalized as part of the overall acquisition costs. These costs relate to legal and other third-party costs incurred as a direct result of the acquisition. In the period an acquisition is no longer probable, the pre-acquisition costs are expensed.
Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense when incurred. Expenditures for significant betterments and improvements are capitalized.
Pursuant to the provisions of SFAS 144, properties held-for-sale are carried at the lower of their carrying values (i.e., cost less accumulated depreciation and any impairment loss recognized, where applicable) or estimated fair values less costs to sell. Fair value is based upon the property’s most recent appraisal by a third party and carrying values are reassessed at each balance sheet date. Due to market fluctuation, actual proceeds realized on the ultimate sale of these properties may differ from estimates and such differences could be material. Depreciation and amortization cease once a property is classified as held-for-sale.
Investments in Unconsolidated Real Estate Affiliates
We account for our investments in unconsolidated real estate affiliates using the equity method whereby the costs of the investments are adjusted for our share of equity in net income or loss from the date of acquisition and reduced by distributions received. The limited liability company agreements (“the Agreements”) with respect to the unconsolidated real estate affiliates provide that elements of assets, liabilities and funding obligations are shared in accordance with our ownership percentage. In addition, we share in the profits and losses, cash flows, distributions and other matters relating to our unconsolidated real estate affiliates in accordance with the Agreements.
To the extent that the Fund’s cost basis is different than the basis reflected at the joint venture level, the basis difference is amortized over the life of the related asset and included in the Fund’s share of equity in income of the unconsolidated affiliates.
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The Fund evaluates the carrying value of its investments in unconsolidated joint ventures in accordance with APB Opinion No. 18,“The Equity Method of Accounting for Investments in Common Stock.” We analyze our investments in unconsolidated real estate affiliates when circumstances change and at least annually and determine if an “other-than-temporary” impairment exists and, if so, utilize a undiscounted cash flow analysis to assess our ability to recover our carrying cost of the investment. The Fund concluded that it did not have an “other-than-temporary” impairment in any of its investments in unconsolidated joint ventures in 2007, 2006 or 2005.
Revenue Recognition
Minimum rent revenues are recognized on a straight-line basis over the terms of the related leases. For the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, $1,980,655, $1,590,552 and $881,106, respectively, have been recognized as straight-line rent revenue (representing rents recognized prior to being billed and collectible as provided by the terms of the leases). Also included, as an increase to rent revenue, for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, are $1,505,202, $1,429,627 and $952,745, respectively, of net amortization related to above-and below-market in-place leases at properties acquired as provided by FASB Statement No. 141, “Business Combinations” (“SFAS 141”) and No. 142, “Goodwill and Intangible Assets” (“SFAS 142”). Tenant recoveries are recognized as revenues in the period the applicable costs are incurred.
Percentage rents are recognized when earned as certain tenant sales volume targets, as specified by the lease terms, are met. For the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, $420,687, $306,165 and $28,884 in the aggregate, respectively, have been recognized in tenant recoveries and other rental income and in income (loss) from discontinued operations related to Metropolitan Park North.
We provide an allowance for doubtful accounts against the portion of accounts receivable and deferred rent receivable that is estimated to be uncollectible. Such allowance is reviewed periodically based upon our recovery experience. At December 31, 2007 and 2006, our allowance for doubtful accounts was $424,494 and $190,420, respectively.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
We consider all highly-liquid investments purchased with original maturities of three months or less to be cash equivalents. We maintain a portion of our cash in bank deposit accounts, which, at times, may exceed the federally insured limits. No losses have been experienced related to such accounts. We believe we place our cash with quality financial institutions and are not exposed to any significant concentration of credit risk.
Restricted Cash
Restricted cash includes amounts established pursuant to various agreements for real estate purchase and sale contracts, loan escrow accounts and loan commitments.
Deferred Expenses
Deferred expenses consist of debt issuance costs and lease commissions. Debt issuance costs are capitalized and amortized over the terms of the respective agreements as a component of interest expense. Lease commissions are capitalized and are amortized over the term of the related lease. Deferred expenses accumulated amortization at December 31, 2007 and 2006 was $1,356,037 and $574,942, respectively.
Prepaid Expenses and Other Assets
Prepaid expenses and other assets consist principally of long-term notes receivable from local governments related to real estate tax rebates and sales tax sharing agreements. The acquisition of Marketplace at Northglenn included an Enhanced Sales Tax Incentive Program (“ESTIP”) note receivable from the local government that allows us to share in sales tax revenue generated by the retail center until a specified amount has been paid to us.
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At December 31, 2007 and 2006, $1.1 million and $2.4 million, respectively, were the remaining balances owed to the Fund. The acquisition of 25850 S. Ridgeland (formerly referred to as TNT Logistics) included a Tax Increment Financing Note (a “TIF Note”) issued by the Village of Monee, which will reimburse to us approximately 90% of the real estate tax payments made on the property through 2016 or until the TIF note receivable is repaid. The TIF Note bears interest at 7%. At December 31, 2007 and 2006, $4.6 million was the remaining balance owed to the Fund. Cash received from the Marketplace at Northglenn ESTIP and 25850 S. Ridgeland TIF Note is split between repayment of the principal balance on the notes receivable and interest income earned on those notes.
Foreign Exchange
We utilize the U.S. dollar as our functional currency, except for our Canadian operations, which use the Canadian dollar as the functional currency. When preparing consolidated financial statements, assets and liabilities of foreign entities are translated at the exchange rates at the balance sheet date, while income and expense items are translated at weighted average rates for the period. Foreign currency translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income.
Derivative Instruments
In August 2007, we entered into foreign currency forward contracts, to hedge our foreign exchange exposure, for exchanges between United States Dollars and Canadian Dollars. We contracted to buy United States Dollars with Canadian Dollars at each quarter end for the next four quarters, ending on December 31, 2008. We have not designated these forward contracts as accounting hedges. In accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 133, “Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities” (“SFAS No. 133”), as amended, these derivatives are recorded at fair value within accounts payable and other accrued expenses on the Consolidated Balance Sheet with gains and losses reported in loss on foreign currency derivative in the Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income / Loss. We do not enter into foreign exchange forward contracts for trading purposes.
Financial Instruments
FASB Statement No. 107, “Disclosure about the Fair Value of Financial Instruments” (“SFAS 107”), requires the disclosure of the fair value of our financial instruments for which it is practicable to estimate that value. SFAS 107 does not apply to all balance sheet items. We have utilized market information as available or present value techniques to estimate the amounts required to be disclosed. Since such amounts are estimates, there can be no assurance that the disclosed value of any financial instrument could be realized by immediate settlement of the instrument. We consider the carrying value of our cash and cash equivalents to approximate their fair value due to the short maturity of these investments. The fair value of our notes receivable is approximately $0.4 million lower than the aggregate carrying amounts at December 31, 2007 and December 31, 2006. We have estimated the fair value of our mortgage notes and other debt payable reflected in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets at amounts that are based upon an interpretation of available market information and valuation methodologies (including discounted cash flow analyses with regard to fixed rate debt). The fair value of our mortgage notes and other debt payable and of liabilities held for sale for debt related to Metropolitan Park North was approximately $1.9 million lower and $4.4 million lower than the aggregate carrying amounts at December 31, 2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively. Such fair value estimates are not necessarily indicative of the amounts that would be realized upon disposition of our mortgage notes and other debt payable.
Acquisitions
Acquisitions of properties are accounted for by utilizing the purchase method in accordance with SFAS 141 and SFAS 142. We use estimates of future cash flows and other valuation techniques to allocate the purchase price of acquired property among land, building and other identifiable asset and liability intangibles. We record
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land and building values using an as-if-vacant methodology. We record above- and below-market in-place lease values for acquired properties based on the present value (using an interest rate which reflects the risks associated with the leases acquired) of the difference between (i) the contractual amounts to be paid pursuant to the in-place leases and (ii) our estimate of fair market lease rates for the corresponding in-place leases, measured over a period equal to the remaining non-cancelable term of the lease. We amortize the capitalized above-market lease values as a reduction of minimum rents over the remaining non-cancelable terms of the respective leases. We amortize the capitalized below-market lease values as an increase to minimum rents over the term of the respective leases. Should a tenant terminate its lease prior to the contractual expiration, the unamortized portion of the above-market and below-market in-place lease value is immediately charged to minimum rents.
We measure the aggregate value of other intangible assets acquired based on the difference between (i) the property valued with existing in-place leases and (ii) the property valued as-if-vacant. Our estimates of value are made using methods similar to those used by independent appraisers, primarily discounted cash flow analyses. Factors considered by us in our analysis include an estimate of carrying costs during the hypothetical expected lease-up periods considering current market conditions at the date of acquisition, and costs to execute similar leases. We also consider information obtained about each property as a result of the pre-acquisition due diligence, marketing and leasing activities in estimating the fair value of the tangible and intangible assets acquired. In estimating carrying costs, we will include estimates of lost rentals during the expected lease-up periods, which is expected to primarily range from one to two years, depending on specific local market conditions, and costs to execute similar leases, including leasing commissions, legal and other related expenses to the extent that such costs are not already incurred in connection with a new lease origination as part of the transaction.
The total amount of other intangible assets acquired is further allocated to in-place lease values and customer relationship intangible values based on our evaluation of the specific characteristics of each tenant’s lease and our overall relationship with that respective tenant. Characteristics considered by us in allocating these values include the nature and extent of our existing business relationships with the tenant, growth prospects for developing new business with the tenant, the tenant’s credit quality and expectations of lease renewals (including those existing under the terms of the lease agreement), among other factors. As of December 31, 2007, we have allocated no value to customer relationship value. We amortize the value of in-place leases to expense over the remaining initial terms of the respective leases, which generally range from 1 to 29 years.
We have allocated purchase price to acquired intangible assets, which include acquired in-place lease intangibles, acquired above-market in-place lease intangibles, acquired ground lease intangibles, acquired non-amortizing land purchase options and tenant improvements and lease commissions funding commitment, which are reported net of accumulated amortization of $37,674,884 and $15,605,898 at December 31, 2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively, on the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. The acquired intangible liabilities represent acquired below-market in-place leases, which are reported net of accumulated amortization of $7,779,593 and $4,403,203 at December 31, 2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively, on the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. Our amortizing intangible assets are reviewed for impairment annually, on December 31 of each year, or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. An amortizing intangible asset is considered to be impaired when the estimated future undiscounted operating cash flow is less than its carrying value in accordance with SFAS 144. To the extent an impairment has occurred, the excess of the carrying value of the amortizing intangible asset over its estimated fair value will be charged to operations. Our non-amortizing intangible assets are reviewed for impairment annually, on December 31 of each year, or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. A non-amortizing intangible asset is considered to be impaired when the carrying amount of the non-amortizing intangible asset is greater than its fair value in accordance with SFAS 142. To the extent an impairment has occurred, the excess of the carrying value of the non-amortizing intangible asset over its estimated fair value will be charged to operations.
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Stock Redemptions
The Fund retires common stock repurchased through the Share Repurchase Program (See Note 6). The excess of redemption price over the stockholders’ cost basis in the underlying stock is charged to retained earnings.
Income Taxes
We made the election to be taxed as a REIT under sections 856-860 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”) as of December 23, 2004. To qualify as a REIT, we must meet a number of organizational and operational requirements, including requirements to distribute at least 90% of our ordinary taxable income and to distribute to stockholders or pay tax on 100% of capital gains and to meet certain quarterly and annual asset and income tests. It is our current intention to adhere to these requirements. As a REIT, we will generally not be subject to corporate-level federal income tax to the extent we distribute 100% of our taxable income to our stockholders. Accordingly, the consolidated statements of operations do not reflect a provision for income taxes. If we fail to qualify as a REIT in any taxable year, we will be subject to federal income taxes at regular corporate rates (including any applicable alternative minimum tax) and may not be able to qualify as a REIT for four subsequent taxable years. Even if we qualify for taxation as a REIT, we may be subject to certain state and local taxes on our income or property, and to federal income and excise taxes on our undistributed taxable income. However, such state and local income and other taxes have not been and are not expected to be significant.
Earnings and profits, which determine the taxability of dividends to stockholders, differ from net income reported for financial reporting purposes due to differences for federal income tax reporting purposes in computing, among other things, estimated useful lives, depreciable basis of properties and permanent and timing differences on the inclusion or deductibility of elements of income and expense for such purposes.
Earnings Per Share (“EPS”)
Basic per share amounts are based on the weighted average of shares outstanding of 3,252,725, 2,341,347 and 1,276,388 for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, respectively. We have no dilutive or potentially dilutive securities.
Business Segments
FASB Statement No. 131, “Disclosures about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information” (“SFAS 131”), requires disclosure of certain operating and financial data with respect to separate business activities within an enterprise. Our primary business is the ownership and operation of real estate investments. We evaluate cash flow and allocate resources on a property-by-property basis. We aggregate our properties into one reportable segment since all properties are institutional quality real estate. We do not distinguish or group our consolidated operations by property type or on a geographic basis. Accordingly, we have concluded that we currently have a single reportable segment for SFAS 131 purposes.
At December 31, 2007, we held one investment outside the United States. For the year ended December 31, 2007, total revenues of this foreign investment were $1,436,378. For the year ended December 31, 2007, total revenues of domicile investments were $67,989,991. At December 31, 2007, total assets of our foreign investment were $45,983,832. At December 31, 2007, total assets of domicile investments were $1,024,203,841. Prior to 2007, we did not hold any investments outside of the United States.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions. These estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of
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revenues and expenses during the reporting period. For example, significant estimates and assumptions have been made with respect to useful lives of assets, recoverable amounts of receivables, initial valuations and related amortization periods of deferred costs and intangibles, particularly with respect to property acquisitions. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
NOTE 3—PROPERTY
The primary reason we make acquisitions of real estate investments in the retail, office, industrial, and apartment property sectors is to invest capital contributed by accredited investors in a diversified portfolio of real estate. The consolidated properties held within the Fund as of December 31, 2007 are as follows:
Property | Sector | Square Feet (Unaudited) | Location | Ownership % | Acquisition Date | Acquisition Price | ||||||||||
Monument IV at Worldgate | Office | 228,000 | Herndon, VA | 100 | % | 8/27/2004 | $ | 59.6 Million | ||||||||
Havertys Furniture (1) | Industrial | 808,000 | Braselton, GA | 100 | % | 12/3/2004 | $ | 28.5 Million | ||||||||
Hagemeyer Distribution Center | Industrial | 300,000 | Auburn, GA | 100 | % | 12/3/2004 | $ | 10.2 Million | ||||||||
25850 S. Ridgeland (2) | Industrial | 719,000 | Monee, IL | 100 | % | 12/31/2004 | $ | 25.2 Million | ||||||||
Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center | Industrial | 254,000 | Austell, GA | 100 | % | 2/10/2005 | $ | 8.5 Million | ||||||||
105 Kendall Park Lane | Industrial | 409,000 | Atlanta, GA | 100 | % | 6/30/2005 | $ | 18.8 Million | ||||||||
Waipio Shopping Center | Retail | 137,000 | Waipahu, HI | 100 | % | 8/1/2005 | $ | 30.5 Million | ||||||||
Marketplace at Northglenn | Retail | 439,000 | Northglenn, CO | 100 | % | 12/21/2005 | $ | 91.5 Million | ||||||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio (3) | Office | 755,000 | CA and AZ | 100 | % | 12/21/2005 | $ | 136.8 Million | ||||||||
Metropolitan Park North (4) | Office | 187,000 | Seattle, WA | 100 | % | 3/28/2006 | $ | 89.2 Million | ||||||||
Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre (5) | Retail | 139,000 | Slidell, LA | 100 | % | 12/14/2006 | $ | 23.4 Million | ||||||||
9800 South Meridian (6) | Office | 144,000 | Englewood, CO | 90 | % | 12/26/2006 | $ | 14.7 Million | ||||||||
18922 Forge Drive (7) | Office | 91,000 | Cupertino, CA | 90 | % | 2/15/2007 | $ | 26.2 Million | ||||||||
4001 North Norfleet Road | Industrial | 702,000 | Kansas City, MO | 100 | % | 2/27/2007 | $ | 37.6 Million | ||||||||
Station Nine Apartments | Apartment | 312,000 | Durham, NC | 100 | % | 4/16/2007 | $ | 56.4 Million | ||||||||
Westar Office Portfolio (8) | Office | 141,000 | St. Charles, MO | 100 | % | 6/13/2007 | $ | 28.6 Million | ||||||||
The District at Howell Mill (9) | Retail | 306,000 | Atlanta, GA | 87.85 | % | 6/15/2007 | $ | 78.7 Million | ||||||||
Canyon Plaza (10) | Office | 199,000 | San Diego, CA | 100 | % | 6/26/2007 | $ | 55.0 Million | ||||||||
Railway Street Corporate Centre | Office | 137,000 | Calgary, Canada | 100 | % | 8/30/2007 | $ | 42.6 Million | ||||||||
Cabana Beach San Marcos (11) | Apartment | 278,000 | San Marcos, TX | 78 | % | 11/21/2007 | $ | 29.4 Million | ||||||||
Cabana Beach Gainesville (11) | Apartment | 545,000 | Gainesville, FL | 78 | % | 11/21/2007 | $ | 74.3 Million | ||||||||
Campus Lodge Athens (11) | Apartment | 229,000 | Athens, GA | 78 | % | 11/21/2007 | $ | 21.0 Million | ||||||||
Campus Lodge Columbia (11) | Apartment | 256,000 | Columbia, MO | 78 | % | 11/21/2007 | $ | 24.9 Million |
(1) | Includes 297,000 square feet (unaudited) of development constructed subsequent to the acquisition date. Acquisition price does not include $11.0 million of construction costs related to this development. During 2007, we executed a $100 bargain purchase option to acquire a fee simple interest in the land on which the building resides. The land was valued at $3.1 million as part of the initial acquisition and recorded as a non-amortizing intangible asset until the bargain purchase option was executed. Upon execution, the land was reclassed from acquired intangible assets to land. |
(2) | On December 31, 2004, we extended an approximate $24.8 million mortgage loan to an unrelated real estate developer collateralized by 25850 S. Ridgeland. The loan required monthly interest-only payments equal to the base rent paid by the tenant. Simultaneous with the signing of the loan agreement, we entered into an option agreement to purchase 25850 S. Ridgeland for the remaining loan balance plus a $500,000 option payment. Based on the provisions of FIN 46(R), 25850 S. Ridgeland was consolidated in the Fund beginning on the date we extended the loan. On March 30, 2006, we exercised the purchase option and acquired a 100% equity interest in the 25850 S. Ridgeland property for the outstanding loan balance plus the $500,000 option payment. We previously referred to this property as TNT Logistics. |
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(3) | Consists of a portfolio of leasehold interests in fifteen medical office buildings located throughout Southern California and the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The buildings are all subject to ground leases expiring in 2078. Acquisition price includes the assumption of four fixed-rate mortgage loans for approximately $84.3 million at a weighted average interest rate of 5.77%, maturing in 2013 and 2014. The other member, an unrelated third party who has an affiliate that performed property management and leasing services for the portfolio of buildings, owned a 5% interest, until December 31, 2007 when we acquired its 5% membership interest. CHW Medical Office Portfolio was consolidated into the Fund based on the provisions of FIN 46(R). This portfolio was previously referred to as “Pacific Medical Office Portfolio”. |
(4) | On July 26, 2007, Metropolitan Park North was designated as held for sale as the Advisor determined that real estate capital market conditions and the relative strength of the Seattle office market may present an opportunity for the Fund to realize above target returns through the disposition of this asset. Subject to market interest in this asset, we expect the sale may occur during the first half of 2008. In accordance with SFAS 144, the results of operations and future gains or losses on disposition, if any, for the property will be reported as discontinued operations for all periods presented. |
(5) | Acquisition price includes the assumption of an approximate $14.0 million, 5.15% fixed-rate mortgage loan maturing in 2014. |
(6) | The building has undergone significant upgrades, which involved increasing the rentable space by approximately 10,000 square-feet (unaudited) and leasing the building to new tenants. The other member, owning a 10% interest, is an unrelated third party. 9800 South Meridian was consolidated into the Fund based on the provisions of FIN 46(R). The other member has the opportunity to earn a promoted return for meeting certain performance goals. |
(7) | The other member, owning a 10% interest, is an unrelated third party. 18922 Forge Drive was consolidated into the Fund based on the provisions of FIN 46(R). The other member has the opportunity to earn a promoted return for meeting certain performance goals. |
(8) | Acquisition price includes the assumption of an approximate $7.4 million, 6.05% fixed-rate mortgage loan maturing in 2015. |
(9) | The other tenant in common, owning a 12.15% interest, is an unrelated third party. The District at Howell Mill was consolidated into the Fund based on the provisions of FIN 46(R). Acquisition price includes the assumption of an approximate $35.0 million, 5.30% fixed-rate mortgage loan maturing in 2027. |
(10) | Acquisition price includes the assumption of an approximate $31.0 million, 5.90% fixed-rate mortgage loan maturing in 2017. |
(11) | The other tenant in common, owning a 22% interest, is an investment fund advised by our Advisor. The property was consolidated into the Fund based on the provisions of FIN 46(R). |
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We allocated the purchase price of our 2007 acquisitions in accordance with SFAS 141 as follows:
18922 Forge Drive | 4001 North Norfleet Road | Station Nine Apartments | Westar Office Portfolio | |||||||||||
Land | $ | 7,975,000 | $ | 2,134,440 | $ | 9,690,000 | $ | 4,484,938 | ||||||
Building and equipment | 12,943,251 | 31,396,686 | 43,399,511 | 17,831,694 | ||||||||||
In-place lease intangible | 3,087,977 | 4,048,276 | 3,327,953 | 6,001,215 | ||||||||||
Debt assumption fee | — | — | — | 73,503 | ||||||||||
Above-market lease intangible | 2,629,476 | — | — | 227,613 | ||||||||||
Debt discount | — | — | — | 16,613 | ||||||||||
Below-market lease intangible | (402,392 | ) | — | — | — | |||||||||
Assumption of mortgage note payable | — | — | — | (7,350,334 | ) | |||||||||
$ | 26,233,312 | $ | 37,579,402 | $ | 56,417,464 | $ | 21,285,242 | |||||||
Weighted average amortization period for intangible assets and liabilities | 3 years | 10 years | 6 months | 9 years | ||||||||||
Weighted average amortization period for debt assumption fee and discount | N/A | N/A | N/A | 8 years |
2007 acquisitions continued:
The District at Howell Mill | Canyon Plaza | Railway Street Corporate Centre | Cabana Beach San Marcos | |||||||||||
Land | $ | 10,000,000 | $ | 14,959,350 | $ | 5,650,595 | $ | 2,529,800 | ||||||
Building and equipment | 56,700,530 | 32,909,140 | 33,657,743 | 20,961,615 | ||||||||||
In-place lease intangible | 8,138,215 | 14,262,179 | 3,305,717 | 2,424,883 | ||||||||||
Debt assumption fee | — | 232,500 | — | — | ||||||||||
Debt discount | 3,821,898 | 258,121 | — | — | ||||||||||
Personal property | — | — | — | 3,459,508 | ||||||||||
Below-market lease intangible | — | (7,415,466 | ) | — | — | |||||||||
Assumption of mortgage note payable | (35,000,000 | ) | (31,000,000 | ) | — | — | ||||||||
$ | 43,660,643 | $ | 24,205,824 | $ | 42,614,055 | $ | 29,375,806 | |||||||
Weighted average amortization period for intangible assets and liabilities | 14 years | 10 years | 6 years | 9 months | ||||||||||
Weighted average amortization period for debt assumption fee and discount | 20 years | 10 years | N/A | N/A |
2007 acquisitions continued:
Cabana Beach Gainesville | Campus Lodge Athens | Campus Lodge Columbia | CHW Medical Office Portfolio (remaining 5% membership interest) | ||||||||||
Land | $ | 7,243,600 | $ | 1,754,400 | $ | 2,079,000 | $ | — | |||||
Building and equipment | 55,809,716 | 16,110,732 | 19,032,890 | 1,602,902 | |||||||||
In-place lease intangible | 6,485,901 | 1,914,439 | 1,934,965 | 310,930 | |||||||||
Above-market lease intangible | — | — | — | 25,630 | |||||||||
Below-market ground lease intangible | — | — | — | 195,889 | |||||||||
Personal property | 4,738,022 | 1,200,000 | 1,804,961 | — | |||||||||
Below-market lease intangible | — | — | — | (42,618 | ) | ||||||||
$ | 74,277,239 | $ | 20,979,571 | $ | 24,851,816 | $ | 2,092,733 | ||||||
Weighted average amortization period for intangible assets and liabilities | 9 months | 9 months | 9 months | 3 years |
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We allocated the purchase price of our 2006 acquisitions in accordance with SFAS 141 as follows:
Metropolitan Park North | Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre | 9800 South Meridian | ||||||||||
Land | $ | 10,900,000 | $ | 5,441,800 | $ | 4,517,485 | ||||||
Building and equipment | 64,006,369 | 16,843,100 | 9,640,470 | |||||||||
In-place lease intangible | 11,610,362 | 3,583,970 | 846,710 | |||||||||
Above-market lease intangible | 2,850,859 | 22,077 | — | |||||||||
Debt assumption fee | — | 140,470 | — | |||||||||
Debt discount | — | 276,407 | — | |||||||||
Below-market lease intangible | (188,530 | ) | (2,800,081 | ) | (342,259 | ) | ||||||
Assumption of mortgage notes payable | — | (14,046,973 | ) | — | ||||||||
$ | 89,179,060 | $ | 9,460,770 | $ | 14,662,406 | |||||||
Weighted average amortization period for intangible assets and liabilities | 7 years | 18 years | 2 years | |||||||||
Weighted average amortization period for debt assumption fee and discount | N/A | 7 years | N/A |
The Fund’s investment in real estate held for sale is comprised of the specifically identified assets and liabilities related to Metropolitan Park North which include:
December 31, 2007 | December 31, 2006 | ||||||
Land | $ | 10,900,000 | $ | — | |||
Buildings and equipment | 64,022,546 | — | |||||
Acquired intangible assets, net | 11,615,233 | — | |||||
Less accumulated depreciation | (1,707,797 | ) | — | ||||
Other assets | 747,551 | — | |||||
Net property and equipment | $ | 85,577,533 | $ | — | |||
Liabilities held for sale are as follows:
December 31, 2007 | December 31, 2006 | |||||
Mortgage notes and other debt payable | $ | 61,000,000 | $ | — | ||
Acquired intangible liabilities, net | 156,879 | — | ||||
Other liabilities | 980,307 | — | ||||
Liabilities held for sale | $ | 62,137,186 | $ | — | ||
As required by FAS 141, the 2007 operations of the Metropolitan Park North property have been classified in discontinued operations because this property is held for sale as of December 31, 2007. In addition, the historical operations of the property have been reclassified into discontinued operations in the 2006 statement of operations. The following table summarizes income (loss) from discontinued operations for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006:
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | |||||||
Total revenue | $ | 7,860,897 | $ | 5,432,058 | ||||
Real estate taxes | (671,169 | ) | (340,946 | ) | ||||
Property operating | (1,116,900 | ) | (817,761 | ) | ||||
General and administrative | (109,248 | ) | (95,134 | ) | ||||
Depreciation and amortization | (1,715,751 | ) | (2,204,149 | ) | ||||
Interest income | 27,525 | 20,706 | ||||||
Interest expense | (3,547,902 | ) | (2,699,652 | ) | ||||
Income (loss) from discontinued operations | $ | 727,452 | $ | (704,878 | ) | |||
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NOTE 4—UNCONSOLIDATED REAL ESTATE AFFILIATES
Legacy Village
On August 25, 2004, we acquired a 46.5% membership interest in Legacy Village Investors, LLC which owns Legacy Village (“Legacy Village”), a 595,000 square-foot (unaudited) lifestyle center in Lyndhurst, Ohio, built in 2003. The aggregate consideration for our 46.5% ownership interest was approximately $35.0 million. Legacy Village was encumbered by an approximate $97.0 million amortizing mortgage loan at 5.625% maturing on January 1, 2014. On December 23, 2004, Legacy Village increased the existing mortgage loan by $10.0 million under the same terms as the existing mortgage loan. Proceeds of the loan were distributed to the members pro rata in accordance with their ownership percentages.
111 Sutter Street
On March 29, 2005, we acquired an 80% membership interest in CEP Investors XII LLC, which owns 111 Sutter Street (“111 Sutter Street”) in San Francisco, California, a 286,000 square-foot (unaudited), multi-tenant office building built in 1926 and renovated in 2001. The aggregate consideration paid for the 80% membership interest was approximately $24.6 million. On June 22, 2005, the limited liability company finalized a $56.0 million fixed-rate mortgage loan maturing in 10 years at 5.58%.
The limited liability company agreement requires unanimous approval of the members for all major decisions and designates the 20% member, an unrelated third party, to be the operating member, making the day-to-day operating decisions for the property. For its services, the operating member is entitled to a management fee and has an opportunity to earn a promoted return for meeting certain performance goals.
SUMMARIZED FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF INVESTMENTS IN UNCONSOLIDATED REAL ESTATE AFFILIATES
The following is summarized financial information for our unconsolidated real estate affiliates:
SUMMARIZED COMBINED BALANCE SHEETS—UNCONSOLIDATED REAL ESTATE AFFILIATES
December 31, 2007 | December 31, 2006 | |||||
ASSETS | ||||||
Investments in real estate (net) | $ | 169,400,775 | $ | 173,467,491 | ||
Cash and cash equivalents | 1,847,963 | 2,295,682 | ||||
Other assets | 23,263,287 | 27,782,480 | ||||
TOTAL ASSETS | $ | 194,512,025 | $ | 203,545,653 | ||
LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS’ EQUITY | ||||||
Mortgage notes and other debt payable | $ | 155,565,955 | $ | 157,947,788 | ||
Due to affiliate | 43,819 | 28,072 | ||||
Other liabilities | 7,821,196 | 9,256,347 | ||||
TOTAL LIABILITIES | 163,430,970 | 167,232,207 | ||||
Members’ Equity | 31,081,055 | 36,313,446 | ||||
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS’ EQUITY | $ | 194,512,025 | $ | 203,545,653 | ||
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FUND INVESTMENTS IN UNCONSOLIDATED REAL ESTATE AFFILIATES
December 31, 2007 | December 31, 2006 | |||||||
Members’ equity | $ | 31,081,055 | $ | 36,313,446 | ||||
Less: other members’ equity | (11,253,784 | ) | (13,256,383 | ) | ||||
Purchase price in excess of ownership interest in unconsolidated real estate affiliates (a) | 23,656,184 | 24,901,493 | ||||||
Investments in unconsolidated real estate affiliates | $ | 43,483,455 | $ | 47,958,556 | ||||
(a) | The purchase price in excess of our ownership interest in the equity of the unconsolidated real estate affiliates is attributable to a difference in the fair value of Legacy Village over its historical cost at acquisition plus the Fund’s own acquisition costs for Legacy Village and 111 Sutter Street. The excess is being amortized over the lives of the related assets and liabilities that make up the fair value difference, primarily buildings and improvements. The excess allocated to land is not subject to amortization. |
SUMMARIZED COMBINED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS—UNCONSOLIDATED REAL ESTATE AFFILIATES
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | |||||||
Total revenues | $ | 29,542,963 | $ | 28,983,549 | $ | 26,145,517 | |||
Total operating expenses | 19,451,918 | 19,539,792 | 17,809,571 | ||||||
Operating income | 10,091,045 | 9,443,757 | 8,335,946 | ||||||
Total other expenses | 8,830,139 | 8,861,436 | 8,245,595 | ||||||
Net income | $ | 1,260,906 | $ | 582,321 | $ | 90,351 | |||
FUND EQUITY IN INCOME OF UNCONSOLIDATED REAL ESTATE AFFILIATES
Year Ended December 31, 2007 | Year Ended December 31, 2006 | Year Ended December 31, 2005 | ||||||||||
Net income of unconsolidated real estate affiliates | $ | 1,260,906 | $ | 582,321 | $ | 90,351 | ||||||
Other members’ share of net (income) loss | (562,146 | ) | 78,337 | 66,246 | ||||||||
Depreciation of purchase price in excess of ownership interest in unconsolidated real estate affiliates | (151,616 | ) | (216,100 | ) | (147,321 | ) | ||||||
Other income (expense) from unconsolidated real estate affiliates | (10,969 | ) | (19,602 | ) | 106,791 | |||||||
Equity in income of unconsolidated real estate affiliates | $ | 536,175 | $ | 424,956 | $ | 116,067 | ||||||
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NOTE 5—MORTGAGE NOTES AND OTHER DEBT PAYABLE
Mortgage notes payable have various maturities through 2027 and consist of the following:
Property | Maturity Date | Fixed / Floating | Rate | Amount payable as of | |||||||||
December 31, 2007 | December 31, 2006 | ||||||||||||
Monument IV at Worldgate | September 1, 2011 | Fixed | 5.29% | $ | 37,364,674 | $ | 37,875,214 | ||||||
Havertys Furniture | January 1, 2015 | Fixed | 5.23% | 18,100,000 | 18,100,000 | ||||||||
Havertys Furniture | January 1, 2015 | Fixed | 6.19% | 11,025,000 | 10,050,370 | ||||||||
Hagemeyer Distribution Center | January 1, 2015 | Fixed | 5.23% | 6,500,000 | 6,500,000 | ||||||||
Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center | January 1, 2015 | Fixed | 5.31% | 5,400,000 | 5,400,000 | ||||||||
25850 S. Ridgeland | April 1, 2012 | Fixed | 5.05% | 16,474,017 | 16,700,000 | ||||||||
105 Kendall Park Lane | September 1, 2012 | Fixed | 4.92% | 13,000,000 | 13,000,000 | ||||||||
Waipio Shopping Center | November 1, 2010 | Fixed | 5.15% | 19,950,000 | 19,950,000 | ||||||||
Marketplace at Northglenn | January 1, 2016 | Fixed | 5.50% | 64,500,000 | 64,500,000 | ||||||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | November 1, 2013 | Fixed | 5.75% | 17,537,943 | 17,808,943 | ||||||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | November 1, 2013 | Fixed | 5.75% | 15,264,068 | 15,520,000 | ||||||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | November 1, 2013 | Fixed | 5.75% | 15,806,966 | 16,051,219 | ||||||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | March 1, 2014 | Fixed | 5.79% | 34,497,461 | 34,880,000 | ||||||||
Metropolitan Park North (1) | April 1, 2013 | Fixed | 5.73% | — | 61,000,000 | ||||||||
Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre | April 1, 2014 | Fixed | 5.15% | 13,818,387 | 14,046,973 | ||||||||
9800 South Meridian | January 1, 2010 | Floating | LIBOR + 1.60% | 11,338,323 | 8,255,779 | ||||||||
18922 Forge Drive | February 14, 2014 | Fixed | 6.24% | 19,050,000 | — | ||||||||
4001 North Norfleet Road | March 1, 2017 | Fixed | 5.60% | 24,230,000 | — | ||||||||
Station Nine Apartments | May 1, 2017 | Fixed | 5.50% | 36,885,000 | — | ||||||||
Westar Office Portfolio | July 1, 2013 | Fixed | 6.05% | 7,278,335 | — | ||||||||
Westar Office Portfolio | March 1, 2015 | Fixed | 5.60% | 11,050,000 | — | ||||||||
The District at Howell Mill | March 1, 2027 | Fixed | 5.30% | 35,000,000 | — | ||||||||
The District at Howell Mill | June 1, 2017 | Fixed | 6.14% | 10,000,000 | — | ||||||||
Canyon Plaza | June 1, 2017 | Fixed | 5.90% | 31,000,000 | — | ||||||||
Railway Street Corporate Centre (2) | September 1, 2017 | Fixed | 5.16% | 29,929,468 | — | ||||||||
Cabana Beach San Marcos | December 1, 2014 | Fixed | 5.57% | 19,650,000 | — | ||||||||
Cabana Beach Gainesville | December 1, 2014 | Fixed | 5.57% | 49,107,500 | — | ||||||||
Campus Lodge Athens | December 1, 2014 | Fixed | 5.57% | 13,723,000 | — | ||||||||
Campus Lodge Columbia | December 1, 2014 | Fixed | 5.57% | 16,341,000 | — | ||||||||
603,821,142 | 359,638,498 | ||||||||||||
Line of Credit | February 21, 2009 | Floating | 6.52% | 29,000,000 | — | ||||||||
Net debt (discount) premium on assumed debt | (2,505,516 | ) | 1,712,272 | ||||||||||
630,315,626 | 361,350,770 | ||||||||||||
Metropolitan Park North (1) | April 1, 2013 | Fixed | 5.73% | 61,000,000 | — | ||||||||
$ | 691,315,626 | $ | 361,350,770 | ||||||||||
(1) | This loan is associated with Metropolitan Park North which was classified as held for sale beginning on July 26, 2007. |
(2) | This loan is denominated in Canadian dollars, but is reported in US dollars at the exchange rate in effect on the balance sheet date. |
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We have recognized a premium or discount on debt we assumed with the following property acquisitions:
Property | Debt Premium / (Discount) | Effective Interest Rate | |||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio | $ | 1,698,442 | 5.41 | % | |||
Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre | (235,106 | ) | 5.57 | % | |||
Westar Office Portfolio | (15,363 | ) | 6.17 | % | |||
The District at Howell Mill | (3,710,425 | ) | 6.34 | % | |||
Canyon Plaza | (243,064 | ) | 6.10 | % |
Included in mortgage notes and other debt payable is $584,413 and $297,352 of debt premium accumulated amortization at December 31, 2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively. Also included in mortgage notes and other debt payable is $169,082 and $3,177 of debt discount accumulated amortization at December 31, 2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively.
December 31, 2007 | |||
Debt on real estate held for long term | $ | 603,821,142 | |
Debt on real estate held for sale | 61,000,000 | ||
Total | $ | 664,821,142 | |
Aggregate principal payments of mortgage notes payable as of December 31, 2007 are as follows:
Year | Amount | ||
2008 | $ | 3,716,728 | |
2009 | 4,089,771 | ||
2010 | 38,287,199 | ||
2011 | 42,861,495 | ||
2012 | 35,022,975 | ||
Thereafter | 540,842,974 | ||
Total | $ | 664,821,142 | |
Land, buildings, equipment, and acquired intangible assets related to the mortgage notes payable, with an aggregate cost of approximately $1,050 million and $565 million at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively, have been pledged as collateral.
Line of Credit
On December 21, 2005, we obtained a $30.0 million line of credit, expandable to $50.0 million once the Fund’s NAV exceeded $300 million, subject to certain financial covenants (the “2005 Line of Credit”). The 2005 Line of Credit expired on December 21, 2006, but was extended through February 21, 2007 while we negotiated a new line of credit with the lender. The 2005 Line of Credit carried interest at rates that approximated LIBOR plus 1.80% or a base rate, which was the greater of (i) the interest rate per annum announced from time to time by the lender as its prime rate or (ii) the Federal Funds effective rate plus 0.75%, as determined by the lender, dependent on the length of time we expect the loan to be outstanding. No borrowings were outstanding on our line of credit at December 31, 2006. As of December 31, 2006, we had issued two letters of credit from our line of credit in a total amount of $5.6 million, which were used to secure two future real estate acquisitions, which were released in 2007 once the acquisition of the two real estate investments occurred.
On February 21, 2007, we entered into a $60.0 million line of credit agreement, replacing the 2005 Line of Credit, to cover short-term capital needs for acquisitions and operations, which was expanded to $70.0 million on July 27, 2007. The additional $10.0 million borrowing capacity is supplied by BAC. The line of credit expires in two years. The line of credit carries an interest rate that approximates LIBOR plus 1.50% for borrowings
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expected to be outstanding for at least one month, or a base rate for borrowings expected to be outstanding for less than one month, which is the greater of (i) the interest rate per annum announced from time to time by the lender, as its prime rate or (ii) the Federal Funds effective rate plus 0.75%. Should the Fund fail to maintain a debt service coverage ratio of 1.50 to 1.00 or greater, the interest rate on the outstanding borrowings will increase by 0.50%. At December 31, 2007, we had $29.0 million borrowed on our line of credit at 6.52%. As of December 31, 2007 we had issued three letters of credit from our line of credit for approximately $2.9 million, which were used as additional collateral on three of our apartment communities acquired in November 2007. As of December 31, 2007, we were in compliance of the terms of our line of credit.
NOTE 6—COMMON STOCK
Share Price Calculation
The Current Share Price of the Common Stock (the “Current Share Price”) is established quarterly based on the following valuation methodology, which may be modified from time to time by our board of directors.
Net Asset Value Calculation. The NAV of the Fund is determined as of the end of each of the first three quarters of a fiscal year, within 45 calendar days following the end of such quarter. The Fund’s year-end NAV is determined after the completion of our year-end audit. NAV is determined as follows: (i) the aggregate fair value of (A) our interests in real estate investments (“Investments”) plus (B) all other assets of the Fund, minus (ii) the aggregate fair value of our indebtedness and other outstanding obligations as of the determination date.
We identify and retain independent third-party real estate appraisal firms (the “Appraisal Firms”) that appraise each Investment annually beginning one year after acquisition. During the first three quarters after acquisition, the Investment will be carried at capitalized cost and reviewed quarterly for material events at the property or market level that may require an adjustment of the Investment’s valuation.
For each of the three quarters following the independent appraisal of a particular Investment, we are responsible for determining the value of such Investment based on our review of the appraisal and material changes at the property or market level. We are also responsible for determining the value of the indebtedness related to each Investment beginning one year after acquisition of the encumbered property and on a quarterly basis thereafter.
Current Share Price Calculation. The Current Share Price equals the NAV as of the end of each quarter divided by the number of outstanding shares of all classes of common stock of the Fund at the end of such quarter.
Stock Subscriptions
We expect to sell additional Shares through private placements to accredited investors. All subscriptions are subject to the receipt of cleared funds from the investor prior to the applicable subscription date in the full amount of the subscription. The subscription amount paid by each prospective investor for Shares in the Fund will initially be held in an escrow account at an independent financial institution outside the Fund, for the benefit of the investors until such time as the funds are drawn into the Fund to purchase Shares at the Current Share Price. Subscription funds will be held in the escrow account for no more than 100 days before we are required to issue the subscribed Shares. At December 31, 2007, no subscription commitments were held in escrow. As of December 31, 2006, $42.5 million of subscription commitments were held in escrow, which were brought into the Fund in February 2007. For the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, we sold 1,085,201 Shares for $126.8 million and 721,070 Shares for $79.4 million, respectively, to subscribers whose funds were held in the escrow account. Subscription commitments for the issuance of new Shares held in escrow are not included in our balance sheets.
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Share Repurchase Program
Tender Offers
Pursuant to our Share Repurchase Program (the “Repurchase Program”), we intend to provide liquidity to our stockholders by conducting tender offers pursuant to which we expect to offer to repurchase a specific percentage, number or dollar amount of outstanding Shares (“Tender Offer Amount”). The Tender Offer Amount for each tender offer, if any, will depend on a variety of factors, including our available liquidity, available borrowing under our credit facility and the amount of proceeds from our most recent offering of Shares. Such determinations will be made by our board of directors prior to each tender offer and will be communicated to stockholders. We have made the following tender offers:
Period | Tender Offer Amount | Number of Shares Tendered | Dollar Amount of Shares Tendered | Number of Shares Repurchased | Dollar Amount of Shares Repurchased | Date Shares | ||||||||||||
August 2006 | $ | 5.0 million | 46,692 | $ | 5.3 million | 46,692 | $ | 5.3 million | (1) | September 8, 2006 | ||||||||
May 2007 | 10.0 million | 114,922 | 13.3 million | 114,922 | 13.3 million | (1) | June 14, 2007 | |||||||||||
November 2007 | 10.0 million | 398,387 | 47.8 million | 84,699 | 10.2 million | (2) | December 26, 2007 |
(1) | We availed ourselves of an SEC rule that allowed us to exceed our Tender Offer Amount by up to 2% of the outstanding Shares to honor redemption requests. |
(2) | We availed ourselves on an SEC rule that allowed us to exceed our Tender Offer Amount by up to 2% of our outstanding Shares. |
No Obligation to Repurchase Shares
We will only offer to repurchase Shares through tender offers and then only to the extent that we have sufficient cash available to repurchase Shares consistent with principles of prudent portfolio management and to the extent that such repurchases (i) are consistent with applicable REIT rules and federal securities laws and (ii) would not require the Fund to register as an investment company under the Investment Company Act. We do not guarantee, however, that sufficient cash will be available at any particular time to fund repurchases of our Shares, and we will be under no obligation to conduct such tender offers or to make such cash available. In determining the Tender Offer Amount, we will act in the best interest of the stockholders and may take into account our need for cash to pay operating expenses, debt service, distributions to stockholders and other obligations.
Dividend Reinvestment Plan
Stockholders may participate in a dividend reinvestment plan under which all dividends will automatically be reinvested in additional Shares. The number of Shares issued under the dividend reinvestment plan will be determined based on the Current Share Price as of the reinvestment date. For the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, we issued 53,719 Shares for approximately $6.3 million and 35,230 Shares for approximately $3.8 million, respectively, under the plan.
Dividends
Earnings and profits, which determine the taxability of dividends to stockholders, will differ from income reported for financial reporting purposes due to the differences for federal income tax purposes in the treatment of revenue and expense recognition, the estimated useful lives used to compute depreciation, and gains on the sale of real property.
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The tax treatment of common dividends per share for federal income tax purposes is as follows:
For the year ended December 31, | ||||||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2005 | ||||||||||||||||
Per Share | % | Per Share | % | Per Share | % | |||||||||||||
Ordinary income | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||||||||||
Capital gains | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||||||||||
Return of capital | $ | 7.00 | 100 | % | $ | 7.00 | 100 | % | $ | 7.00 | 100 | % | ||||||
Total | $ | 7.00 | 100 | % | $ | 7.00 | 100 | % | $ | 7.00 | 100 | % | ||||||
NOTE 7—RENTALS UNDER OPERATING LEASES
We receive rental income from operating leases. The minimum future rentals from consolidated properties based on operating leases in place, excluding properties designated as held of sale at December 31, 2007 are as follows:
Year | Amount (1) | ||
2008 | $ | 70,638,906 | |
2009 | 56,036,327 | ||
2010 | 49,265,139 | ||
2011 | 45,510,597 | ||
2012 | 32,616,300 | ||
Thereafter | 134,487,983 | ||
Total | $ | 388,555,252 | |
(1) | Amounts included related to Railway Street Corporate Centre have been converted from Canadian dollars to U.S. dollars using the appropriate exchange rate as of December 31, 2007. |
Minimum future rentals do not include amounts payable by certain tenants based upon a percentage of their gross sales or as reimbursement of property operating expenses.
During the year ended December 31, 2007, no individual tenant accounted for greater than 10% of minimum base rents. During the year ended December 31, 2006, Fannie Mae accounted for 12% of minimum base rents. During the year ended December 31, 2005, Fannie Mae, TNT Logistics North America, Inc. and Havertys Furniture Companies, Inc. accounted for 37%, 17% and 16% of minimum base rents, respectively.
NOTE 8—RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Under the terms of the Management and Advisory Agreements, we pay each the Manager and Advisor an annual fixed fee equal to 0.75% of NAV, calculated quarterly. The fixed portion of the management and advisory fees for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 were $5,732,112, $3,888,180 and $1,873,195, respectively. Included in manager and advisor fees payable at December 31, 2007 and 2006 was $1,598,628 and $1,097,523, respectively, of fixed fee expense.
Under the terms of the Management and Advisory Agreements, we pay the Manager and Advisor an aggregate annual variable fee equal to 7.50% of the Variable Fee Base Amount, as defined in the Advisory Agreement, calculated quarterly. Before the Fund’s NAV exceeded $100 million, the variable fee was allocated entirely to the Advisor. The Fund’s NAV exceeded $100 million on April 1, 2005 and a portion of variable fee was then allocated to the Manager, with the remainder allocated to the Advisor. The Manager will be allocated an increasing proportion of the variable fee as the Fund’s NAV increases, up to a maximum of 1.87% of the 7.50% fee paid to the Manager and the Advisor if the Fund’s NAV is $850 million or more. The total variable fee for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 was $1,694,098, $1,288,037 and $685,194, respectively.
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Included in manager and advisor fees payable at December 31, 2007 and 2006 was $433,325 and $482,492 of variable fee expense.
The Advisor receives an acquisition fee of 0.50% of the acquisition cost of each property acquired for us. Total acquisition fees for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 were $2,337,268, $696,794 and $1,741,811, respectively, of which $774,776 and $206,384 was included in manager and advisory fees payable at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively. The Advisor may pay certain third-party due diligence costs related to acquisitions or unsuccessful acquisitions, which are reimbursable by us. Total reimbursed due diligence costs related to successful investments made by us and unsuccessful acquisitions for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 were $577,869, $130,477 and $353,610, respectively, $185,667 and $59,369 of which is included in accounts payable and other accrued expenses at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively. Acquisition fees and due diligence costs for successful acquisitions are capitalized as part of the real estate acquisition. Costs for unsuccessful acquisitions are expensed.
On December 23, 2004, we entered into an expense limitation and reimbursement agreement (the “Expense Limitation Agreement”) with the Manager, which limits certain Fund expenses to 0.75% of NAV annually. The expenses subject to the limitation include fees paid to the various professional service providers, auditors, stockholder administrator, legal counsel related to the organization of the Fund or share offering, printing costs, mailing costs, fees associated with the board of directors, cost of maintaining directors and officers insurance, blue sky fees and all Fund-level organizational costs. Expenses in excess of the limitation will be carried forward for up to three years and may be reimbursed to the Manager in a year that Fund expenses are less than 0.75% of NAV, but only to the extent Fund expenses do not exceed the expense limitation. Fund expenses for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 were limited to $2,866,056, $1,944,090 and $936,598, respectively. Actual Fund level expenses for the year ended December 31, 2007 were $407,621 less than the amount allowed under the Expense Limitation Agreement. Therefore, no Fund level expenses are being carried forward to future periods. To the extent expenses can not be allocated to the Fund in future years due to the expense limitation, these expenses will be borne by the Manager. The Expense Limitation Agreement was scheduled to expire on December 31, 2007, but was renewed and extended through December 31, 2008. Expenses subject to the Expense Limitation Agreement are included in the Fund level expenses line on the consolidated statements of operations along with certain other Fund level expenses not subject to the expense limitation agreement, such as expenses related to unsuccessful acquisitions and state franchise taxes and filing fees.
Prior to April 1, 2005, the Manager and Advisor agreed to waive a portion of their fees and expenses calculated on NAV greater than approximately $75 million until we were able to acquire additional real estate assets and appropriately leverage the portfolio. Total waived fees and expenses for the year ended December 31, 2005 were approximately $69,300. On April 1, 2005 the Manager and Advisor terminated the waiver.
Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. (“JLL”), an affiliate of LaSalle, is paid for property management services performed at Monument IV at Worldgate, The District at Howell Mill and Westar Office Portfolio. For the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, JLL was paid $83,580, $18,000 and $18,000, respectively, for property management services performed. In 2005, JLL was paid a $483,750 loan placement fee related to the mortgage debt on Marketplace at Northglenn. In 2007, JLL was paid $741,016 of loan placement fees related to the mortgage debt on the Station Nine Apartments, Railway Street Corporate Centre, and the four student oriented apartment communities.
The placement agent for the Fund is UST Securities Corp., an affiliate of the Manager. The placement agent receives no compensation from us for its services.
The Fund has mortgage notes payable to BAC collateralized by Monument IV at Worldgate and Station Nine Apartments. BAC is also the lender on up to $10.0 million of the Fund’s line of credit. Interest and fees paid to BAC related to the loans for the period from July 1, 2007 (the date BAC acquired the Manager) through December 31, 2007 was $2,060,187. Included in mortgage notes and other debt payable at December 31, 2007 was approximately $78.4 million of debt payable to BAC.
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On November 21, 2007, the Fund acquired 78% tenant in common interests in four student oriented apartment communities. The gross purchase price for the four apartment communities was approximately $149.5 million, of which the Fund’s share was approximately $116.6 million. The four apartment communities were acquired using proceeds from four cross-collateralized loans totaling $98.8 million, fixed-rate for seven years at 5.57%, interest only for the first two years. The 22% tenant in common interest owner for each of these four student housing apartment communities is an investment fund advised by our Advisor. As of December 31, 2007, the Fund owed the 22% tenant in common interest owner $1.2 million from the closing of the four apartment communities. The 22% tenant in common also pays the advisor an acquisition fee equal to 0.50% of their acquisition price related to the purchase of the four apartment communities, which is included in the manager and advisory fee payable amount disclosed above. The tenant in common agreements were executed with customary business terms that provide for the sharing of net income or loss and cash flow based on each tenant in common’s ownership percentage.
NOTE 9—COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
From time to time, we have entered into contingent agreements for the acquisition of properties. Such acquisitions are subject to satisfactory completion of due diligence.
As part of the acquisition of the 25850 S. Ridgeland property, in exchange for $500, we were granted an option expiring in 2009 to purchase a portion of adjacent land if the tenant chooses to expand its facility. If the tenant chooses to expand its facility, then we can acquire the additional portion of land subject to the terms and conditions of that certain Expansion Option Agreement dated as of December 31, 2004, which agreement provides among other things the terms and conditions pursuant to which the purchase price for the adjacent land shall be determined.
We are subject to ground lease payments of $35 per year for 71 years on the fifteen buildings in the CHW Medical Office Portfolio.
The CHW Medical Office Portfolio mortgage debt requires that we deposit a maximum of $1.9 million into an escrow account to fund future tenant improvements and leasing commissions. At December 31, 2007, we had approximately $1.5 million deposited in this escrow, and we expect to fund approximately $400,000 during 2008. Additionally, we are required to deposit approximately $151,000 per year into an escrow account to fund capital expenditures. At December 31, 2007, our capital account escrow account balance was $555,000. These escrow accounts allow us to withdraw funds as we incur costs related to tenant improvements, leasing commissions and capital expenditures. We expect to fund the escrow requirements with operating cash flows generated by the CHW Medical Office Portfolio.
The mortgage loan collateralized by Metropolitan Park North requires that on or before April 1, 2009, we are obligated to post a $3.9 million reserve in escrow to cover costs of certain tenant improvements, leasing commissions, rent concessions, and lost rental income in connection with re-leasing space to a major tenant of the building. If the tenant provides written notice of its intent to exercise its lease renewal option by September 30, 2010, the lender will return the $3.9 million deposit to us. If the tenant fails to provide notice of its renewal, we are obligated to post an additional $2.8 million deposit into the escrow. The lender will return the reserve to us if the following conditions are met: (1) no default has occurred and remains outstanding; and (2) either the tenant has exercised its renewal options or the space has been re-leased to a new tenant(s).
In September 2007, we entered into purchase contracts and deposited $1.7 million in earnest money to secure the acquisition of interests in two student oriented apartment communities consisting of a combined 480 units for approximately $72.3 million. We will fund a portion of the purchase for one of the apartment communities with a $17.5 million mortgage loan, maturing in 2015 at a fixed rate of 5.57%, interest only for the first two years collateralized by the other apartment community. We will also assume a $33.5 million mortgage loan collateralized by the other apartment community, maturing in 2016 at a fixed-rate of 5.95%, interest only for the first five years. The two apartment communities are located near state universities in Florida and Louisiana
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and were built between 2001 and 2007. We expect to acquire both of the apartment communities in the first quarter of 2008. The apartment communities were approximately 98% leased in the aggregate as of December 31, 2007. We will be acquiring these apartment communities through a joint venture with an investment fund advised by our Advisor, under customary business terms, where we maintain an approximate 78% tenant in common interest in each of the apartment communities.
NOTE 10—RECENTLY ISSUED ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
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 a company’s financial statements and 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. FIN 48 also provides guidance on description, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, disclosure and transition. FIN 48 became effective on January 1, 2007. In accordance with FIN 48, we have analyzed filing positions in all of the federal, state and other jurisdictions where we are required to file income tax returns, as well as all open tax years in these jurisdictions. The periods subject to examination for all federal, state and other jurisdictions are the 2003 through 2005 tax years. We do not believe there are any tax positions that would increase within the next twelve-month period. Therefore, no reserves for uncertain income tax positions have been recorded and we did not record a cumulative effect adjustment related to the adoption of FIN 48. The adoption of FIN 48 did not result in an adjustment to retained earnings at January 1, 2007. As of December 31, 2007 and 2006, we do not have any accruals for uncertain tax positions. The implementation of FIN 48 did not have a significant impact on our consolidated financial statements.
In September 2006, the FASB issued Statement No. 157, Fair Value Measurements (“SFAS No. 157”). SFAS No. 157 provides guidance for using fair value to measure assets and liabilities. This statement clarifies the principle that fair value should be based on the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability. SFAS No. 157 establishes a fair value hierarchy, giving the highest priority to quoted prices in active markets and the lowest priority to unobservable data. SFAS No. 157 applies whenever other standards require assets or liabilities to be measured at fair value. This statement is effective in fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. The FASB deferred application of certain elements of SFAS No. 157 relating to non-financial assets and liabilities. We believe that the adoption of this standard on January 1, 2008 will not have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
In June 2007, SOP 07-1 was issued on the Clarification of the Scope of the Audit and Accounting Guide Audits of Investment Companies and Accounting by Parent Companies and Equity Method Investors for Investments in Investment Companies and is effective for fiscal years beginning on or after December 15, 2007. The SOP provides guidance about which entities are included within the scope of the Audit and Accounting GuideAudits of Investment Companies. In October 2007, the FASB elected to indefinitely defer the effective date of the SOP.
In February 2007, the FASB issued Statement No. 159, The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities (“SFAS No. 159”). SFAS No. 159 expands opportunities to use fair value measurement in financial reporting and permits entities to choose to measure many financial instruments and certain other items at fair value. SFAS No. 159 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. We have elected not to apply SFAS No. 159 to our financial assets and financial liabilities. We believe that the adoption of this standard will not have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
In December 2007, the FASB issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 160, “Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated Financial Statements—an amendment of ARB No. 51” (“Statement No. 160”). Statement No. 160 requires (i) that noncontrolling (minority) interests be reported as a component of shareholders’ equity, (ii) that net income attributable to the parent and to the noncontrolling interest be separately identified in the consolidated statement of operations, (iii) that changes in a parent’s ownership interest while the
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parent retains its controlling interest be accounted for as equity transactions, (iv) that any retained noncontrolling equity investment upon the deconsolidation of a subsidiary be initially measured at fair value, and (v) that sufficient disclosures are provided that clearly identify and distinguish between the interests of the parent and the interests of the noncontrolling owners. Statement No. 160 is effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2008 and should be applied prospectively. However, the presentation and disclosure requirements of the statement shall be applied retrospectively for all periods presented. The adoption of the provisions of Statement No. 160 is still being evaluated as to the impact on the Fund’s consolidated financial position and results of operations.
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS 141 (revised 2007), “Business Combinations”, (“SFAS 141R”). SFAS 141R establishes principles and requirements for how an acquirer recognizes and measures in its financial statements the identifiable assets acquired, including goodwill, the liabilities assumed and any non-controlling interest in the acquiree. SFAS 141R also establishes disclosure requirements to enable users of the financial statements to evaluate the nature and financial effects of the business combination. SFAS 141R is effective for business combinations for which the acquisition date is on or after the beginning of the first annual reporting period beginning on or after December 15, 2008. The impact of adopting SFAS 141R will be dependent on the future business combinations that the Fund may pursue after its effective date.
NOTE 11—DISTRIBUTIONS PAYABLE
On December 18, 2007, our Board of Directors declared a $1.75 per share distribution to Stockholders of record as of December 28, 2007, payable on February 1, 2008.
NOTE 12—PRO FORMA FINANCIAL INFORMATION (UNAUDITED)
The following unaudited pro forma financial information has been presented as a result of the acquisitions made by the Fund during 2006 and 2007 and include the historical results of all acquisitions made during these years. In our opinion, all significant adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of the pro forma financial information for the periods have been included. The pro forma financial information is based upon historical financial information and does not purport to present what actual results would have been had the acquisitions, and related transactions, in fact, occurred at the beginning of each period presented, or to project results for any future period.
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Total revenue | $ | 87,410,509 | $ | 67,576,587 | ||||
Net loss | $ | (31,822,566 | ) | $ | (31,183,689 | ) | ||
Loss per share-basic and diluted | $ | (8.87 | ) | $ | (8.69 | ) |
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NOTE 13—QUARTERLY FINANCIAL INFORMATION
EXCELSIOR LASALLE PROPERTY FUND, INC.
QUARTERLY FINANCIAL INFORMATION
(UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2007 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 | Three Months Ended September 30, 2007 | Three Months Ended December 31, 2007 | |||||||||||||
Total revenues | $ | 13,313,006 | $ | 15,383,225 | $ | 19,028,768 | $ | 21,701,370 | ||||||||
Operating income | 1,878,630 | 1,433,552 | 2,639,736 | 2,484,360 | ||||||||||||
Loss from continuing operations | (1,736,349 | ) | (3,119,724 | ) | (4,099,468 | ) | (5,408,000 | ) | ||||||||
(Loss) income from discontinuing operations | (162,062 | ) | (152,942 | ) | 277,143 | 765,313 | ||||||||||
Net loss | (1,898,411 | ) | (3,272,666 | ) | (3,822,325 | ) | (4,642,687 | ) | ||||||||
Loss per share-basic and diluted | $ | (0.67 | ) | $ | (1.04 | ) | $ | (1.11 | ) | $ | (1.31 | ) | ||||
Weighted average common stock outstanding-basic and diluted | 2,834,022 | 3,159,225 | 3,453,704 | 3,553,833 | ||||||||||||
Three Months Ended March 31, 2006 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2006 | Three Months Ended September 30, 2006 | Three Months Ended December 31, 2006 | |||||||||||||
Total revenues | $ | 11,280,281 | $ | 11,110,468 | $ | 11,313,857 | $ | 11,968,755 | ||||||||
Operating income | 2,541,252 | 1,861,956 | 1,697,094 | 1,521,420 | ||||||||||||
Loss from continuing operations | (1,159,104 | ) | (1,903,858 | ) | (1,560,547 | ) | (1,434,617 | ) | ||||||||
Income (loss) from discontinuing operations | 26,388 | (203,023 | ) | (255,940 | ) | (272,303 | ) | |||||||||
Net loss | (1,132,716 | ) | (2,106,881 | ) | (1,816,487 | ) | (1,706,920 | ) | ||||||||
Loss per share-basic and diluted | $ | (0.56 | ) | $ | (0.92 | ) | $ | (0.75 | ) | $ | (0.65 | ) | ||||
Weighted average common stock outstanding-basic and diluted | 2,014,345 | 2,280,528 | 2,427,099 | 2,638,390 | ||||||||||||
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All significant fluctuations between the quarters are attributable to acquisitions made by us during 2006 and 2007.
NOTE 14—SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
On January 15, 2008, the Fund acquired a 78% tenant in common interest in a student oriented apartment community located in Lafayette, Louisiana near University of Louisiana—Lafayette for approximately $26.2 million, funded with a $17.5 million, seven-year fixed rate mortgage loan, at 5.57% with interest only due for the first two years. Campus Edge Lafayette was built in 2007 and has 168 units and 524 bedrooms. The property was 100% leased on January 15, 2008. The remaining purchase price was funded with a $7.0 million draw on our line of credit and cash on hand. The 22% tenant in common interest owner is an investment fund advised by our Advisor.
On January 31, 2008 the Fund made a $2.0 million draw on our line of credit of which was used for operations.
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On February 29, 2008, the Fund acquired a 78% tenant in common interest in a student oriented apartment community located in Tampa, Florida near University of South Florida for approximately $46.1 million and included the assumption of a $33.5 million, nine-year fixed rate mortgage loan, at 5.95% with interest only due for the first five years. Campus Lodge Tampa was built in 2001 and has 312 units and 1,068 bedrooms. The property was 97% leased on February 29, 2008. The remaining purchase price was funded with a $9.0 million draw on our line of credit and cash on hand. The 22% tenant in common interest owner is an investment fund advised by our Advisor.
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Schedule III—Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation as of December 31, 2007
Col. A | Col. B | Col. C | Col. D | Col. E | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Description | Encumbrances | Initial Cost | Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition | Gross Amounts at which Carried at the Close of Period | Total | |||||||||||||||||||||
Land | Building and Equipment | Land | Building and Equipment | Carrying Costs | Land | Building and Equipment | ||||||||||||||||||||
Consolidated Properties: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Monument IV at Worldgate—Herndon, VA, Office | $ | 37,364,674 | $ | 5,185,895 | $ | 57,013,016 | — | $ | (1,640,264 | ) | — | $ | 5,185,895 | $ | 55,372,752 | $ | 60,558,647 | |||||||||
Havertys Furniture—Braselton, GA, Industrial | 29,125,000 | 100 | 17,474,370 | 3,144,450 | 10,979,597 | — | 3,144,550 | 28,453,967 | 31,598,517 | |||||||||||||||||
Hagemeyer Distribution Center—Auburn, GA, Industrial | 6,500,000 | 100 | 6,203,493 | — | — | — | 100 | 6,203,493 | 6,203,593 | |||||||||||||||||
25850 S Ridgeland—Monee, IL, Industrial | 16,474,017 | 4,300,000 | 14,002,927 | — | 567,650 | — | 4,300,000 | 14,570,577 | 18,870,577 | |||||||||||||||||
Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center—Austell, GA, Industrial | 5,400,000 | 1,650,870 | 5,569,801 | — | 14,326 | — | 1,650,870 | 5,584,127 | 7,234,997 | |||||||||||||||||
105 Kendall Park Lane—Atlanta, GA, Industrial | 13,000,000 | 2,655,900 | 12,835,751 | — | (2,925 | ) | — | 2,655,900 | 12,832,826 | 15,488,726 | ||||||||||||||||
Waipio Shopping Center—Waipahu, HI, Retail | 19,950,000 | 13,424,686 | 14,756,055 | — | 68,097 | — | 13,424,686 | 14,824,152 | 28,248,838 | |||||||||||||||||
Marketplace at Northglenn—Northglenn, CO, Retail | 64,500,000 | 15,657,642 | 66,217,362 | — | 134,092 | — | 15,657,642 | 66,351,454 | 82,009,096 | |||||||||||||||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
300 Old River Road—Bakersfield, CA, Office | 4,010,033 | — | 5,942,789 | — | 5,320 | — | — | 5,948,109 | 5,948,109 | |||||||||||||||||
500 West Thomas Road—Phoenix, AZ, Office | 19,883,514 | — | 25,789,083 | — | 3,726,375 | — | — | 29,515,458 | 29,515,458 | |||||||||||||||||
500 Old River Road—Bakersfield, CA, Office | 3,169,355 | — | 4,395,618 | — | 216,409 | — | — | 4,612,027 | 4,612,027 | |||||||||||||||||
1500 S. Central Ave—Glendale, CA, Office | 4,587,089 | — | 5,253,326 | — | 58,045 | — | — | 5,311,371 | 5,311,371 | |||||||||||||||||
14600 Sherman Way—Van Nuys, CA, Office | 5,724,026 | — | 6,347,647 | — | 474,525 | — | — | 6,822,172 | 6,822,172 | |||||||||||||||||
14624 Sherman Way—Van Nuys, CA, Office | 4,952,954 | — | 7,684,623 | — | 96,412 | — | — | 7,781,035 | 7,781,035 | |||||||||||||||||
18350 Roscoe Blvd—Northridge, CA, Office | 8,716,845 | — | 10,584,319 | — | 302,682 | — | — | 10,887,001 | 10,887,001 | |||||||||||||||||
18460 Roscoe Blvd—Northridge, CA, Office | 1,475,264 | — | 2,939,865 | — | (81,223 | ) | — | — | 2,858,642 | 2,858,642 | ||||||||||||||||
18546 Roscoe Blvd—Northridge, CA, Office | 3,513,096 | — | 5,580,126 | — | (1,111 | ) | — | — | 5,579,015 | 5,579,015 | ||||||||||||||||
4545 East Chandler—Chandler, AZ, Office | 5,498,802 | — | 5,345,097 | — | (25,623 | ) | — | — | 5,319,474 | 5,319,474 | ||||||||||||||||
485 South Dobson—Chandler, AZ, Office | 5,319,803 | — | 6,785,326 | — | (55,763 | ) | — | — | 6,729,563 | 6,729,563 | ||||||||||||||||
1501 North Gilbert—Gilbert, AZ, Office | 4,799,527 | — | 4,749,952 | — | (15,554 | ) | — | — | 4,734,398 | 4,734,398 |
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Schedule III—Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation as of December 31, 2007—(Continued)
Col. A | Col. B | Col. C | Col. D | Col. E | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Description | Encumbrances | Initial Cost | Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition | Gross Amounts at which Carried at the Close of Period | Total | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Land | Building and Equipment | Land | Building and Equipment | Carrying Costs | Land | Building and Equipment | ||||||||||||||||||||||
116 South Palisade—Santa Maria, CA, Office | 2,528,957 | — | 3,189,644 | — | (43,874 | ) | — | — | 3,145,770 | 3,145,770 | ||||||||||||||||||
525 East Plaza—Santa Maria, CA, Office | 4,905,602 | — | 7,510,621 | — | 782,221 | — | — | 8,292,842 | 8,292,842 | |||||||||||||||||||
10440 East Riggs—Chandler, AZ, Office | 4,021,571 | — | 3,017,285 | — | 22,538 | — | — | 3,039,823 | 3,039,823 | |||||||||||||||||||
Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre—Slidell, LA, Retail | 13,818,387 | 5,441,800 | 16,843,100 | — | 3,186 | — | 5,441,800 | 16,846,286 | 22,288,086 | |||||||||||||||||||
9800 South Meridian—Englewood, CO, Office | 11,338,323 | 4,517,485 | 9,640,470 | — | 2,080,259 | — | 4,517,485 | 11,720,729 | 16,238,214 | |||||||||||||||||||
18922 Forge Drive—Cupertino, CA, Office | 19,050,000 | 7,975,000 | 12,757,984 | — | 236,726 | — | 7,975,000 | 12,994,710 | 20,969,710 | |||||||||||||||||||
4001 North Norfleet Road—Kansas City, MO, Industrial | 24,230,000 | 2,134,440 | 31,396,686 | — | 23,597 | — | 2,134,440 | 31,420,283 | 33,554,723 | |||||||||||||||||||
Station Nine Apartments—Durham, NC, Apartment | 36,885,000 | 9,690,000 | 43,399,511 | — | 18,708 | — | 9,690,000 | 43,418,219 | 53,108,219 | |||||||||||||||||||
Westar Office Portfolio—St. Charles, MO, Office | 18,328,335 | 4,484,937 | 17,831,693 | — | (3,978 | ) | — | 4,484,937 | 17,827,715 | 22,312,652 | ||||||||||||||||||
The District at Howell Mill—Atlanta, GA, Retail | 45,000,000 | 10,000,000 | 56,039,888 | — | 662,219 | — | 10,000,000 | 56,702,107 | 66,702,107 | |||||||||||||||||||
Canyon Plaza��San Diego, CA, Office | 31,000,000 | 14,959,350 | 32,909,139 | — | 39,372 | — | 14,959,350 | 32,948,511 | 47,907,861 | |||||||||||||||||||
Railway Street Corporate Centre—Calgary, Canada, Office | 29,929,468 | 6,021,658 | 35,441,146 | — | 521,180 | — | 6,021,658 | 35,962,326 | 41,983,984 | |||||||||||||||||||
Cabana Beach San Marcos—San Marcos, TX, Apartment | 19,650,000 | 2,529,800 | 24,421,123 | — | — | — | 2,529,800 | 24,421,123 | 26,950,923 | |||||||||||||||||||
Cabana Beach Gainesville—Gainesville, FL, Apartment | 49,107,500 | 7,243,600 | 60,547,738 | — | — | — | 7,243,600 | 60,547,738 | 67,791,338 | |||||||||||||||||||
Campus Lodge Columbia—Columbia, MO, Apartment | 16,341,000 | 2,079,000 | 20,837,851 | — | — | — | 2,079,000 | 20,837,851 | 22,916,851 | |||||||||||||||||||
Campus Lodge, Athens—Athens, GA, Apartment | 13,723,000 | 1,754,400 | 17,310,732 | — | — | 1,754,400 | 17,310,732 | 19,065,132 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Total Consolidated Properties: | $ | 603,821,142 | $ | 121,706,663 | $ | 678,565,157 | $ | 3,144,450 | $ | 19,163,221 | $ | — | $ | 124,851,113 | $ | 697,728,378 | $ | 822,579,491 | ||||||||||
Properties Held for Sale: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Metropolitan Park North—Seattle, WA, Office | 61,000,000 | 10,900,000 | 64,006,369 | — | 16,177 | — | 10,900,000 | 64,022,546 | 74,922,546 | |||||||||||||||||||
Total | $ | 664,821,142 | $ | 132,606,663 | $ | 742,571,526 | $ | 3,144,450 | $ | 19,179,398 | $ | — | $ | 135,751,113 | $ | 761,750,924 | $ | 897,502,037 | ||||||||||
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Schedule III—Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation as of December 31, 2007—(Continued)
Col. A | Col. F | Col. G | Col. H | Col. I | |||||
Description | Accumulated Depreciation | Date of Construction | Date of Acquisition | Life on which depreciation in latest income statement is computed | |||||
Consolidated Properties: | |||||||||
Monument IV at Worldgate—Herndon, VA, Office | $ | 3,545,376 | 2001 | 8/27/2004 | 50 years | ||||
Havertys Furniture—Braselton, GA, Industrial | 1,505,866 | 2002/2005 | 12/3/2004 | 50 years | |||||
Hagemeyer Distribution Center—Auburn, GA, Industrial | 382,425 | 2001 | 12/3/2004 | 50 years | |||||
25850 S Ridgeland—Monee, IL, Industrial | 860,263 | 2004 | 12/31/2004 | 50 years | |||||
Georgia Door Sales Distribution Center—Austell, GA, Industrial | 325,698 | 1994/1996 | 2/10/2005 | 50 years | |||||
105 Kendall Park Lane—Atlanta, GA, Industrial | 641,608 | 2002 | 6/30/2005 | 50 years | |||||
Waipio Shopping Center—Waipahu, HI, Shopping Center | 899,074 | 1986/2005 | 8/1/2005 | 40 years | |||||
Marketplace at Northglenn—Northglenn, CO, Shopping Center | 2,706,160 | 1999-2001 | 12/21/2005 | 50 years | |||||
CHW Medical Office Portfolio: | |||||||||
300 Old River Road—Bakersfield, CA, Office | 303,453 | 1992 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
500 West Thomas Road— Phoenix, AZ, Office | 1,605,166 | 1994 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
500 Old River Road—Bakersfield, CA, Office | 247,525 | 1992 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
1500 S. Central Ave—Glendale, CA, Office | 280,819 | 1980 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
14600 Sherman Way—Van Nuys, CA, Office | 382,572 | 1991 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
14624 Sherman Way—Van Nuys, CA, Office | 404,176 | 1981 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
18350 Roscoe Blvd—Northridge, CA, Office | 605,435 | 1979 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
18460 Roscoe Blvd—Northridge, CA, Office | 145,950 | 1991 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
18546 Roscoe Blvd—Northridge, CA, Office | 308,136 | 1991 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
4545 East Chandler —Chandler, AZ, Office | 275,601 | 1994 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
485 South Dobson —Chandler, AZ, Office | 349,466 | 1984 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
1501 North Gilbert—Gilbert, AZ, Office | 248,426 | 1997 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
116 South Palisade —Santa Maria, CA, Office | 161,147 | 1995 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
525 East Plaza —Santa Maria, CA, Office | 523,891 | 1995 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
10440 East Riggs—Chandler, AZ, Office | 156,033 | 1996 | 12/21/2005 | 40 years | |||||
Stirling Slidell Shopping Centre—Slidell, LA, Shopping Center | 365,013 | 2003 | 12/14/2006 | 50 years | |||||
9800 South Meridian—Englewood, CO, Office | 262,246 | 1994 | 12/26/2006 | 40 years | |||||
18922 Forge Drive—Cupertino, CA, Office | 270,381 | 1972/1999 | 2/15/2007 | 40 years | |||||
4001 North Norfleet Road—Kansas City, MO, Industrial | 523,392 | 2007 | 2/27/2007 | 50 years | |||||
Station Nine Apartments—Durham, NC, Apartment | 579,821 | 2005 | 4/16/2007 | 50 years | |||||
Westar Office Portfolio—St. Charles, MO, Office | 207,920 | 2000/2004/2007 | 6/13/2007 | 50 years | |||||
The District at Howell Mill—Atlanta, GA, Retail | 661,506 | 2006 | 6/15/2007 | 50 years | |||||
Canyon Plaza—San Diego, CA, Office | 480,159 | 1986/1993 | 6/26/2007 | 40 years | |||||
Railway Street Corporate Centre—Calgary, Canada, Office | 239,314 | 2007 | 8/30/2007 | 50 years | |||||
Cabana Beach San Marcos—San Marcos, TX, Apartment | 107,009 | 2006 | 11/21/2007 | 50 years | |||||
Cabana Beach Gainesville—Gainesville, FL, Apartment | 224,628 | 2005/2007 | 11/21/2007 | 50 years | |||||
Campus Lodge, Athens—Athens, GA, Apartment | 76,855 | 2003 | 11/21/2007 | 50 years | |||||
Campus Lodge Columbia—Columbia, MO, Apartment | 81,859 | 2005 | 11/21/2007 | 50 years | |||||
Total Consolidated Properties: | $ | 20,944,369 | |||||||
Properties Held for Sale | |||||||||
Metropolitan Park North—Seattle, WA, Office | $ | 1,707,797 | 2001 | 3/28/2006 | 50 years | ||||
Total | $ | 22,652,166 | |||||||
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Reconciliation of Real Estate
Consolidated Properties | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | ||||||
Balance at beginning of year | $ | 466,789,004 | $ | 342,068,789 | $ | 104,241,113 | |||
Additions | 430,713,033 | 124,720,215 | 237,827,676 | ||||||
Reductions | — | — | — | ||||||
Balance at close of year | $ | 897,502,037 | $ | 466,789,004 | $ | 342,068,789 | |||
Reconciliation of Accumulated Depreciation
Consolidated Properties | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | ||||||
Balance at beginning of year | $ | 10,614,390 | $ | 2,710,200 | $ | 266,891 | |||
Additions | 12,037,776 | 7,904,190 | 2,443,309 | ||||||
Reductions | — | — | — | ||||||
Balance at close of year | $ | 22,652,166 | $ | 10,614,390 | $ | 2,710,200 | |||
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BALANCE SHEETS (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
2007 | 2006 | |||||
Assets | ||||||
Real Estate Assets—net | $ | 107,850,039 | $ | 111,594,771 | ||
Cash and cash equivalents | 1,083,390 | 1,409,811 | ||||
Restricted cash | 214,388 | 670,347 | ||||
Escrow deposits | 2,525,947 | 1,905,272 | ||||
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $49,027 in 2007 and $440,735 in 2006 | 704,713 | 1,177,644 | ||||
Deferred rental income receivable | 2,896,742 | 1,982,568 | ||||
Deferred loan and leasing costs, net of amortization of $1,352,282 in 2007 and $1,178,591 in 2006 | 2,670,782 | 3,201,772 | ||||
Prepaid expenses | 15,749 | 39,805 | ||||
Total assets | $ | 117,961,750 | $ | 121,981,990 | ||
Liabilities and members’ equity | ||||||
Mortgage notes payable | 99,565,955 | 101,947,788 | ||||
Accrued interest payable | 466,715 | 477,880 | ||||
Real estate taxes payable | 3,432,149 | 3,416,802 | ||||
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | 447,148 | 1,076,188 | ||||
Security deposits and prepaid rent | 308,793 | 324,389 | ||||
Distributions payable to members | 686,945 | 1,569,540 | ||||
Capital lease obligation | 199,172 | 331,147 | ||||
Total liabilities | 105,106,877 | 109,143,734 | ||||
Commitments and contingencies (Note 11) | ||||||
Members’ equity | 12,854,873 | 12,838,256 | ||||
Total liabilities and members’ equity | $ | 117,961,750 | $ | 121,981,990 | ||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Revenue | ||||||||
Rental income | $ | 12,596,889 | $ | 12,436,550 | ||||
Lease termination fees | — | 528,002 | ||||||
Recoverable tenant income | 6,024,052 | 6,203,376 | ||||||
Other property related income | 19,889 | 862 | ||||||
Total revenue | 18,640,830 | 19,168,790 | ||||||
Operating expenses | ||||||||
Property operating expenses | 3,230,372 | 3,260,955 | ||||||
Management fees | 726,478 | 741,268 | ||||||
Real estate taxes | 3,438,084 | 3,417,736 | ||||||
General and administrative expenses | 359,419 | 447,439 | ||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 4,493,771 | 4,469,369 | ||||||
Total operating expenses | 12,248,124 | 12,336,767 | ||||||
Operating income | 6,392,706 | 6,832,023 | ||||||
Other income (expense) | ||||||||
Interest income | 80,409 | 65,770 | ||||||
Other income | 2,542 | 2,194 | ||||||
Interest expense | (5,776,897 | ) | (5,925,982 | ) | ||||
Total other income (expense) | (5,693,946 | ) | (5,858,018 | ) | ||||
Net income | $ | 698,760 | $ | 974,005 | ||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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STATEMENTS OF MEMBER’S EQUITY (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
Legacy Village Partners LLC (Managing Member/ Class A Member) | Legacy Village Holdings LLC (Class B Member) | National Electrical Benefit Fund (Class A Member) | The Northern Ohio Building and Construction Trades Real Estate Investment Group Trust (Class A Member) | Total | ||||||||||||||||
Balance at December 31, 2005 | $ | 4,011,735 | $ | 4,695,937 | $ | 4,357,391 | $ | 187,907 | $ | 13,252,970 | ||||||||||
Capital contributions | 633,923 | 138,175 | 607,418 | 26,503 | 1,406,019 | |||||||||||||||
Receivables from members | (554,435 | ) | — | (531,259 | ) | (23,175 | ) | (1,108,869 | ) | |||||||||||
Distribution—preferred return | — | (1,454,248 | ) | — | — | (1,454,248 | ) | |||||||||||||
Distributions | (49,566 | ) | (107,704 | ) | (71,253 | ) | (3,098 | ) | (231,621 | ) | ||||||||||
Net income | (554,435 | ) | 2,082,874 | (531,259 | ) | (23,175 | ) | 974,005 | ||||||||||||
December 31, 2006 | 3,487,222 | 5,355,034 | 3,831,038 | 164,962 | $ | 12,838,256 | ||||||||||||||
Capital contributions | 7,055 | 12,264 | 6,760 | 295 | 26,374 | |||||||||||||||
Receivables from members | 554,435 | — | 531,259 | 23,175 | 1,108,869 | |||||||||||||||
Distributions | (388,921 | ) | (845,084 | ) | (559,755 | ) | (23,626 | ) | (1,817,386 | ) | ||||||||||
Net income | — | 698,760 | — | — | 698,760 | |||||||||||||||
December 31, 2007 | $ | 3,659,791 | $ | 5,220,974 | $ | 3,809,302 | $ | 164,806 | $ | 12,854,873 | ||||||||||
Ownership percentage | 26.75 | % | 46.50 | % | 25.63 | % | 1.12 | % | 100.00 | % |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Cash flows from operating activities | ||||||||
Net income | $ | 698,760 | $ | 974,005 | ||||
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities | ||||||||
Depreciation | 3,923,976 | 3,908,370 | ||||||
Amortization | 666,962 | 658,165 | ||||||
Deferred rent | (914,174 | ) | (867,246 | ) | ||||
Changes in other operating accounts | ||||||||
Accounts receivable | 472,931 | 242,526 | ||||||
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | (624,857 | ) | (451,850 | ) | ||||
Other assets and liabilities—net | 8,458 | 71,462 | ||||||
Net cash provided by operating activities | 4,232,056 | 4,535,432 | ||||||
Cash flows from investing activities | ||||||||
Additions to real estate assets | (152,868 | ) | (219,270 | ) | ||||
Deferred leasing costs | (135,972 | ) | (57,374 | ) | ||||
Change in restricted cash | 455,959 | (591,962 | ) | |||||
Change in escrow account | (620,675 | ) | (466,587 | ) | ||||
Net cash used in investing activities | (453,556 | ) | (1,335,193 | ) | ||||
Cash flows from financing activities | ||||||||
Principal payments on mortgage notes payable | (2,381,833 | ) | (2,251,849 | ) | ||||
Principal payments on capital lease obligation | (131,975 | ) | (114,961 | ) | ||||
Distributions to members | (1,591,113 | ) | (855,387 | ) | ||||
Net cash used in financing activities | (4,104,921 | ) | (3,222,197 | ) | ||||
Decrease in cash and equivalents | (326,421 | ) | (21,958 | ) | ||||
Cash and equivalents | ||||||||
Beginning of year | 1,409,811 | 1,431,769 | ||||||
End of year | $ | 1,083,390 | $ | 1,409,811 | ||||
Supplemental disclosure of noncash information | ||||||||
Interest paid | $ | 5,690,896 | $ | 5,839,372 | ||||
Supplemental disclosure of noncash investing and financing activities | ||||||||
Additions to real estate assets | $ | (26,374 | ) | $ | (181,235 | ) | ||
Additions to deferred leasing costs | $ | — | $ | (115,915 | ) | |||
Contributions receivable | $ | 1,108,869 | $ | (1,108,869 | ) | |||
Capital contributions | $ | 26,374 | $ | 1,406,019 | ||||
Distributions to members | $ | (1,108,869 | ) | $ | — |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
AS OF AND FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
1. | ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION |
Legacy Village Investors, LLC (the “Company”) was formed as a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Delaware on May 24, 2004, and amended on August 25, 2004, to own and operate a shopping center known as Legacy Village (the “Project”). On August 25, 2004, Legacy Village Holdings LLC, which is owned by Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. (“LaSalle”), was admitted to the Company. The Project, which opened on October 25, 2003, contains approximately 595,000 (unaudited) square feet and is located in Lyndhurst, Ohio.
As of December 31, 2007 and 2006 and for the years then ended, the Company does not meet the criteria of a significant subsidiary to Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. and as a result, the financial statements for those periods are audited but the report is not presented herein.
2. | SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES |
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying financial statements are prepared using the accrual basis of accounting under accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Depreciation and Amortization
Land and building was recorded at its net book value to the Managing Members as of the date the property was contributed to the Company. Additions to the building are carried at cost. Depreciation is provided for in amounts sufficient to relate the value of depreciable assets to operations over their estimated service lives by use of the straight-line method for financial reporting purposes. Tenant improvements are amortized by the straight-line method over the terms of the related lease, which approximate the useful lives of the improvements. Useful lives are as follows:
Building and building and land improvements | 16-40 years | |
Tenant improvements | Life of lease | |
Equipment and capitalized leases | 6-10 years |
Impairment of Real Estate Assets
Real estate assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. A real estate asset to be held and used is considered to be impaired when the estimated future undiscounted operating cash flow is less than its carrying value as prescribed by FASB statement No. 144,Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, (“SFAS 144”). To the extent an impairment has occurred, the excess of carrying value of the assets over its estimated fair value will be charged to operations.
Revenue Recognition
Fixed minimum base rents are recorded on a straight-line basis over the life of the lease and reimbursements are recorded on an accrual basis. Lease termination income is recognized when earned and collected. Accounts receivable include billed and unbilled receivables. Unbilled receivables consist of tenant charges of $4,500 and $106,745 at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively. The excess of cumulative minimum base rents recognized on a straight-line basis over the amounts currently billable are $2,896,742 and $1,982,568, as of December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively, and are recorded as deferred rental income receivable. Reimbursements and recoveries from tenants for certain operating expenses and real estate taxes are recognized in the period the applicable costs are incurred.
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Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash and highly liquid investments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less.
Restricted Cash
A replacement reserve for capital expenditures as required by the debt instruments has been established and provides for an amount of cash based on $.10 per square foot of gross leasable area, to be deposited each year to fund future expenditures. During 2006, $528,002 of lease termination fees were received and deposited into the restricted cash account to cover future costs to be incurred to re-lease the space. This amount was transferred to the lender escrow account in 2007.
Deferred Loan Costs
These costs represent the costs of obtaining financing and are amortized by the straight-line method, which approximates the effective interest method, over the term of the loan.
Deferred Leasing Costs
These costs represent the costs of leasing the shopping center and are amortized by the straight-line method over the terms of the related leases.
Income Taxes
No provision has been made for federal and state income taxes since these taxes are the responsibility of the members.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of 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 disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements
In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157,Fair Value Measurements. SFAS No. 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles and expands disclosures about fair value measurements. SFAS No. 157 is effective for the Company’s financial assets and liabilities on January 1, 2008. In February 2008, the FASB reached a conclusion to defer the implementation of the SFAS No. 157 provisions relating to non-financial assets and liabilities until January 1, 2009. The FASB also reached a conclusion to amend SFAS No. 157 to exclude SFAS No. 13,Accounting for Leases and its related interpretive accounting pronouncements. SFAS No. 157 is not expected to materially affect how the Company determines fair value, but may result in certain additional disclosures.
In February 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 159,The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities—including an amendment of FASB Statement No. 115. SFAS No. 159 permits entities to choose to measure many financial instruments and certain other items at fair value. Unrealized gains and losses on items for which the fair value option has been elected will be recognized in earnings at each subsequent reporting date. The provisions of SFAS No. 159 are effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. The adoption of SFAS No. 159 did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.
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In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 160,Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated Financial Statements—an amendment of ARB No. 51.SFAS No. 160 amends Accounting Research Bulletin No. 51 to establish accounting and reporting standards for the noncontrolling interest in a subsidiary and for the deconsolidation of a subsidiary. It clarifies that a noncontrolling interest in a subsidiary is an ownership interest in the consolidated entity that should be reported as equity in the consolidated financial statements. SFAS No. 160 requires consolidated net income to be reported at amounts that include the amounts attributable to both the parent and the noncontrolling interest. SFAS No. 160 also requires disclosure, on the face of the consolidated statement of income, of the amounts of consolidated net income attributable to the parent and to the noncontrolling interest. The provisions of SFAS No. 160 are effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2008. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of SFAS No. 160 on its financial statements. However, the Company does not believe that the adoption of SFAS No. 160 will have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 141(R),Business Combinations, which changes how business acquisitions are accounted for and will impact financial statements both on the acquisition date and in subsequent periods. SFAS No. 141(R) requires the acquiring entity in a business combination to recognize all (and only) the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the transaction and establishes the acquisition-date fair value as the measurement objective for all assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business combination. Certain provisions of this standard will, among other things, impact the determination of acquisition-date fair value of consideration paid in a business combination (including contingent consideration); exclude transaction costs from acquisition accounting; and change accounting practices for acquired contingencies, acquisition-related restructuring costs, and tax benefits. This Statement applies prospectively to business combinations for which the acquisition date is on or after the beginning of the first annual reporting period beginning on or after December 15, 2008. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of SFAS No. 141(R) on its financial statements.
3. | RELATED-PARTY TRANSACTIONS |
The Company entered into a management agreement with First Interstate Properties, Ltd. (“FIP”), an affiliate of the Managing Member, on August 25, 2004, to provide property management services for the Project. The agreement was terminated on March 31, 2007. FIP received 4% of gross monthly collections. Management fees earned by FIP are $183,325 and $741,268 in 2007 and 2006, respectively. Accrued management fees owed to FIP are $327 and $25,875 as of December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
The Company leases office space to an affiliate under an operating lease that expires in March 2019. Rental income totaled $354,464 and $362,102 in 2007 and 2006, respectively. Total annual minimum rental payments range from $304,000 to $446,500 through 2019.
The Company is provided a variety of other services by affiliated entities including marketing, administrative, office, legal, and construction management. Fees for these services are based on hourly rates for actual hours worked by employees of the affiliates and costs incurred. Total amounts paid for these services are $301,156 and $528,966 in 2007 and 2006, respectively.
The amount due to affiliate at December 31, 2005, which was repaid in 2006, is comprised of the funds due to the Managing Member, which was predominantly related to the assumption of the tenant accounts receivable from the Managing Member.
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4. | REAL ESTATE ASSETS |
Real estate assets at cost at December 31, 2007 and 2006, consist of the following:
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Land | $ | 23,371,768 | $ | 23,371,768 | ||||
Building and building and land improvements | 95,780,010 | 95,753,636 | ||||||
Tenant improvements | 263,020 | 101,920 | ||||||
Equipment | 602,244 | 614,815 | ||||||
Personal property | 887,320 | 887,320 | ||||||
120,904,362 | 120,729,459 | |||||||
Less accumulated depreciation | (13,054,323 | ) | (9,134,688 | ) | ||||
Total real estate assets—net | $ | 107,850,039 | $ | 111,594,771 | ||||
5. | MORTGAGE NOTES PAYABLE |
The nonrecourse mortgage notes are collateralized by the mall facilities and assignment of all leases. The terms of the mortgage notes are summarized as follows:
Mortgagee | Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust | Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust | Total | ||||||||
Original date | December 4, 2003 | December 23, 2004 | |||||||||
Maturity | January 1, 2014 | January 1, 2014 | |||||||||
Original amount (a) | $ | 98,000,000(b) | $ | 10,000,000 | $ | 108,000,000 | |||||
Present balance | 90,145,753 | 9,420,202 | 99,565,955 | ||||||||
Monthly payment | 609,143 | 62,157 | |||||||||
Interest rate | 5.625 | % | 5.625 | % |
(a) | On August 25, 2004, an Assignment and Assumption Agreement was executed whereby the Company assumed the obligations as the new borrower and the Managing Member assigned its rights as the old borrower for the $98 million mortgage note payable to Teachers Insurance and Guaranty Association (“TIAA”). The mortgage note payable matures on January 1, 2014, at which time a final payment of $73,949,189 is due. The note was sold by TIAA to Morgan Stanley Mortgage Capital, Inc. on December 22, 2006. Morgan Stanley securitized the loan into Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust in 2007. |
(b) | On December 23, 2004, the Company executed a mortgage note payable to TIAA for $10 million. The mortgage note payable matures on January 1, 2014, at which time a final payment of $7,857,693 is due. The note was sold by TIAA to Morgan Stanley Mortgage Capital, Inc. on December 22, 2006. Morgan Stanley securitized the loan into Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust in 2007. |
The mortgages are secured by a lien on the real property and an assignment of rents and leases. The mortgage notes have prepayment penalties as defined in the promissory notes. Additionally, affiliates of the Managing Member have a guarantee to reimburse mortgagee for certain liabilities (as defined) that may occur in the event of foreclosure. Pursuant to the provisions of the $98,000,000 note, amounts required to fund real estate taxes are being deposited into an interest-bearing escrow account. Interest expense includes deferred loan fee amortization of $97,166 for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006. Interest on capital lease obligations was $17,117 and $35,609 in 2007 and 2006, respectively.
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Aggregate annual maturities of the mortgage notes payable over each of the next five years and thereafter as of December 31, 2007, will be as follows:
2008 | $ | 2,519,316 | |
2009 | 2,664,739 | ||
2010 | 2,818,556 | ||
2011 | 2,981,251 | ||
2012 | 3,153,338 | ||
Thereafter | 85,428,755 | ||
$ | 99,565,955 | ||
6. | MEMBERS’ EQUITY |
The Class B Member was entitled to receive a 7.5% preferred return on its share of the Project value as defined in the Operating Agreement. The preferred return was for a two year stated period and ended on August 25, 2006. Effective August 26, 2006, distributions are based on each member’s respective ownership percentages, subject to certain adjustments as defined in the Operating Agreement. At December 31, 2006, the preferred return earned by the Class B Member was $1,454,248 of which $200,000 was paid. The balance due of $1,254,248 is recorded as a distribution payable at December 31, 2006, and was paid in January 2007.
Capital contributions of $26,374 and $297,150 made during 2007 and 2006, respectively, represent an additional funding requirement (not to exceed $500,000) for construction costs committed under leases subsequent to the date the Project was contributed, in excess of the contributed construction escrow account. The costs and related contributions represent non-cash contributions. Contributions have been allocated in accordance with the ownership percentages as defined in the Operating Agreement.
Receivables from Members as of December 31, 2006, of $1,108,869 represent the Managing Member’s guarantee to fund on behalf of the Class A Members, the Class B Members preferred return, as defined in the Operating Agreement. The preferred return was required to be funded by the Managing Member 30 days subsequent to December 31, 2006, if distributable cash flow, as defined in the Operating Agreement, was not sufficient. The Managing Member paid $1,108,869 on January 30, 2007, to the Class B Member as distributable cash flow was not sufficient to fund this preferred return.
Pursuant to the Operating Agreement, cash distributions shall be determined at the end of each calendar quarter. Distributable cash shall be paid to the members within twenty days, after each calendar quarter in accordance with the allocation provisions as set forth in the Operating Agreement. Distributions payable at December 31, 2007 and 2006 were $686,945 and $1,569,540, respectively. In January 2008, distributions payable at December 31, 2007, of $603,274 were paid, the difference of $83,671 represents distributions payable related to excess refinancing proceeds in a prior year.
7. | CONCENTRATION OF CREDIT RISK |
The Company maintains its cash, restricted cash, and security deposit balances in two banks. The balances are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation up to $100,000 by the bank per user account. The uninsured portion of these cash balances held by the bank was $1,090,748 and $1,854,250 at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
8. | LEASING ARRANGEMENT |
Capital Leases
The Company leases various vehicles and equipment used in the repair, maintenance, and retail leasing of the shopping center under capital leases. The economic substance of the leases is that the Company is
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financing the acquisition of the assets through the lease, and accordingly, it is recorded in the Company’s assets and liabilities. The lease agreements each contain a bargain purchase option at the end of the lease.
Minimum future payments required under the leases together with their present value as of December 31, 2007, are as follows:
2008 | $ | 134,063 | ||
2009 | 75,979 | |||
2010 | 2,794 | |||
Total minimum lease payments | 212,836 | |||
Less amount representing interest | (13,664 | ) | ||
Present value of minimum lease payments | $ | 199,172 | ||
The Company’s operations consist of leasing retail and office space in a lifestyle center. The leases are operating leases expiring in various years through 2044.
Minimum future rental income receivable pursuant to the noncancelable leases as of December 31, 2007 is as follows:
2008 | $ | 11,574,779 | |
2009 | 11,644,152 | ||
2010 | 11,507,493 | ||
2011 | 11,385,791 | ||
2012 | 11,409,983 | ||
Thereafter | 86,373,513 | ||
$ | 143,895,711 | ||
9. | MAJOR TENANTS |
As of December 31, 2007 three tenants, Expo Design Center, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Giant Eagle, accounted for approximately 42.7% of space and 28.3% of rental income of the Company as follows:
Space | Rental Income | |||||
Expo Design Center | 15.50 | % | 8.60 | % | ||
Dick’s Sporting Goods | 13.70 | % | 8.10 | % | ||
Giant Eagle | 13.50 | % | 11.60 | % |
Minimum future rental income receivable (included in the amounts in Note 8) pursuant to the leases for noncancelable leases as of December 31, 2007, from major tenants, is as follows:
2008 | $ | 3,147,678 | |
2009 | 3,203,680 | ||
2010 | 3,264,513 | ||
2011 | 3,329,497 | ||
2012 | 3,445,893 | ||
Thereafter | 59,231,777 | ||
$ | 75,623,038 | ||
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10. | FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS |
The following disclosure of the estimated fair value of financial instruments is made in accordance with the requirements of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 107,Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments. The estimated fair value amounts have been determined by the Company using available market information and appropriate valuation methodologies. However, considerable judgment is necessarily required in interpreting market data to develop the estimates of fair value. Accordingly, the estimates presented herein are not necessarily indicative of the amounts that the Company could realize in a current market exchange.
Mortgage Notes Payable
The carrying value of the mortgage notes payable are a reasonable estimate of their fair value as the interest rate of 5.625% approximates the rate that is currently available to the Company for debt with similar terms and remaining maturities.
11. | COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES |
The Company is involved in various claims and legal actions arising out of the normal course of its business. In the opinion of management, the ultimate disposition of these matters is not expected to have a material effect on the Company’s financial statements.
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To the Members of
Legacy Village Investors, LLC:
We have audited the accompanying balance sheet of Legacy Village Investors, LLC (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2005, and the related statements of operations, members’ equity, and cash flows for the year then ended. These 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 audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes 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 audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, such financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2005, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Cleveland, Ohio
February 28, 2006
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BALANCE SHEETS
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND 2004 (UNAUDITED)
2005 | 2004 | |||||
(Unaudited) | ||||||
ASSETS | ||||||
ASSETS: | ||||||
Real Estate Assets—net | $ | 115,102,636 | $ | 117,325,235 | ||
Cash | 1,431,769 | 1,144,172 | ||||
Restricted cash | 78,385 | — | ||||
Escrow deposits | 1,438,685 | 1,749,828 | ||||
Accounts receivable (Net of allowance of $173,372 in 2005 and $0 (unaudited) in 2004) | 1,420,170 | 1,102,941 | ||||
Deferred rental income receivable | 1,115,322 | 329,148 | ||||
Deferred loan and leasing costs (net of accumulated amortization of $650,701 in 2005 and $147,812 (unaudited) in 2004) | 3,566,255 | 3,990,042 | ||||
Prepaid expenses | 95,045 | 66,255 | ||||
TOTAL | $ | 124,248,267 | $ | 125,707,621 | ||
LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS’ EQUITY | ||||||
LIABILITIES: | ||||||
Mortgages payable | $ | 104,199,637 | $ | 106,313,386 | ||
Accrued interest | 488,436 | 463,026 | ||||
Real estate taxes payable | 3,418,158 | 1,422,168 | ||||
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | 763,147 | 406,804 | ||||
Security deposits and prepaid rent | 308,168 | 197,789 | ||||
Members’ distributions payable | 739,058 | 648,998 | ||||
Capital leases payable | 446,108 | 416,485 | ||||
Due to affiliate | 632,585 | 2,310,936 | ||||
110,995,297 | 112,179,592 | |||||
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Note 11) | ||||||
MEMBERS’ EQUITY | 13,252,970 | 13,528,029 | ||||
TOTAL | $ | 124,248,267 | $ | 125,707,621 | ||
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND THE PERIOD
AUGUST 25, 2004 (INCEPTION) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2004 (UNAUDITED)
2005 | 2004 | |||||||
(Unaudited) | ||||||||
REVENUES: | ||||||||
Rental income | $ | 12,604,148 | $ | 4,456,535 | ||||
Recoverable tenant income | 6,225,034 | 1,719,589 | ||||||
Other property related income | 11,344 | 11,488 | ||||||
18,840,526 | 6,187,612 | |||||||
OPERATING EXPENSES: | ||||||||
Property operating expenses | 3,639,469 | 1,543,267 | ||||||
Management fees | 722,010 | 208,768 | ||||||
Real estate taxes | 3,418,158 | 1,002,512 | ||||||
General and administrative expenses | 207,640 | 28,305 | ||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 4,439,441 | 1,438,303 | ||||||
12,426,718 | 4,221,155 | |||||||
OPERATING INCOME | 6,413,808 | 1,966,457 | ||||||
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE): | ||||||||
Interest income | 48,263 | 9,495 | ||||||
Other income | 13,338 | 493 | ||||||
Interest expense | (6,053,827 | ) | (1,953,089 | ) | ||||
(5,992,226 | ) | (1,943,101 | ) | |||||
NET INCOME | $ | 421,582 | $ | 23,356 | ||||
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF MEMBERS’ EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND THE PERIOD AUGUST 25, 2004
(INCEPTION) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2004 (UNAUDITED)
Legacy Village Partners LLC (Managing Member / Class A Member) | Legacy Village Holdings LLC (Class B Member) | National Electrical Benefit Fund (Class A Member) | The Northern Ohio Building and Construction Trades Real Estate Investment Group Trust (Class A Member) | Total | ||||||||||||||||
August 25, 2004 (Inception) | $ | — | $ | — | $ | — | $ | — | $ | — | ||||||||||
Capital contributions (Unaudited) | 6,439,126 | 11,042,344 | 6,003,608 | 261,898 | 23,746,976 | |||||||||||||||
Special cash flow contributions (Unaudited) | 107,000 | 186,000 | 102,520 | 4,480 | 400,000 | |||||||||||||||
Distributions—return of capital contributions (Unaudited) | (2,990,719 | ) | (4,523,577 | ) | (2,121,289 | ) | (92,538 | ) | (9,728,123 | ) | ||||||||||
Distribution—preferred return (Unaudited) | — | (914,180 | ) | — | — | (914,180 | ) | |||||||||||||
Net income (Unaudited) | — | 23,356 | — | — | 23,356 | |||||||||||||||
BALANCE—December 31, 2004 (Unaudited) | 3,555,407 | 5,813,943 | 3,984,839 | 173,840 | 13,528,029 | |||||||||||||||
Capital contributions | 463,309 | 805,380 | 443,911 | 19,398 | 1,731,998 | |||||||||||||||
Distributions | (6,981 | ) | (72,724 | ) | (71,359 | ) | (5,331 | ) | (156,395 | ) | ||||||||||
Distribution—preferred return | — | (2,272,244 | ) | — | — | (2,272,244 | ) | |||||||||||||
Net income | — | 421,582 | — | — | 421,582 | |||||||||||||||
BALANCE—December 31, 2005 | $ | 4,011,735 | $ | 4,695,937 | $ | 4,357,391 | $ | 187,907 | $ | 13,252,970 | ||||||||||
Ownership percentage | 26.75 | % | 46.50 | % | 25.63 | % | 1.12 | % | 100.00 | % | ||||||||||
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND FOR THE PERIOD AUGUST 25, 2004 (INCEPTION) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2004 (UNAUDITED)
2005 | 2004 | |||||||
(Unaudited) | ||||||||
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||
Net income | $ | 421,582 | $ | 23,356 | ||||
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: | ||||||||
Depreciation | 3,907,717 | 1,318,601 | ||||||
Amortization | 628,890 | 147,812 | ||||||
Deferred rent | (786,174 | ) | (329,148 | ) | ||||
Changes in other operating accounts: | ||||||||
Accounts receivable | (317,229 | ) | (518,092 | ) | ||||
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | 725,786 | 791,254 | ||||||
Other assets and liabilities—net | 81,589 | 107,793 | ||||||
Net cash provided by operating activities | 4,662,161 | 1,541,576 | ||||||
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||
Additions to real estate assets | (1,547,303 | ) | — | |||||
Additions to deferred leasing costs | (231,497 | ) | — | |||||
Change in restricted cash | (78,385 | ) | — | |||||
Change in escrow account | 311,143 | — | ||||||
Net cash used in investing activities | (1,546,042 | ) | — | |||||
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||
Proceeds from mortgage payable | — | 10,000,000 | ||||||
Principal payments on mortgages payable | (2,113,749 | ) | (623,376 | ) | ||||
Principal payments on capital lease obligations | (108,192 | ) | (38,846 | ) | ||||
Contributions | 1,731,998 | 400,000 | ||||||
Distributions | (2,338,579 | ) | (9,993,305 | ) | ||||
Financing fees paid | — | (141,877 | ) | |||||
Net cash used in financing activities | (2,828,522 | ) | (397,404 | ) | ||||
NET INCREASE IN CASH | 287,597 | 1,144,172 | ||||||
CASH—Beginning of year | 1,144,172 | — | ||||||
CASH—End of year | $ | 1,431,769 | $ | 1,144,172 | ||||
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NONCASH INFORMATION: | ||||||||
Interest paid | $ | 5,931,251 | $ | 1,461,412 | ||||
Taxes paid | $ | 1,422,168 | $ | — | ||||
See notes to financial statements.
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LEGACY VILLAGE INVESTORS, LLC
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS—(Continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND FOR THE PERIOD AUGUST 25, 2004 (INCEPTION) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2004 (UNAUDITED)
2005 | 2004 | |||||||
(Unaudited) | ||||||||
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||
Acquisition of real estate: | ||||||||
Land | $ | — | $ | (23,371,768 | ) | |||
Building | — | (67,841,504 | ) | |||||
Land improvements | — | (26,194,212 | ) | |||||
Personal property | — | (781,021 | ) | |||||
Financing fees | — | (759,016 | ) | |||||
Lease acquisitions costs | — | (3,236,961 | ) | |||||
Assumption of mortgage | — | 96,936,762 | ||||||
Assumption of real estate tax liability | — | 1,500,744 | ||||||
Acquisition of tenant receivable | — | (561,108 | ) | |||||
Increase in due to affiliate | — | 561,108 | ||||||
Acquisition of escrows, net | — | (1,749,828 | ) | |||||
Increase in due to affiliate | — | 1,749,828 | ||||||
Capital contributions | $ | — | $ | (23,746,976 | ) | |||
Other: | ||||||||
Acquisition of equipment under capital leases | $ | 137,815 | $ | (455,331 | ) | |||
Increase in capital lease payable | (137,815 | ) | 455,331 | |||||
Distributions to member | (90,000 | ) | (648,998 | ) | ||||
Increase in distributions payable | 90,000 | 648,998 | ||||||
Total | $ | — | $ | — | ||||
See notes to financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
AS OF AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND FOR THE PERIOD AUGUST 25, 2004 (INCEPTION) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2004 (UNAUDITED)
1. ORGANIZATION
Legacy Village Investors, LLC (the “Company”) was formed as a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Delaware on May 24, 2004, and amended on August 25, 2004 to own and operate a shopping center known as Legacy Village (the “Project”). On August 25, 2004, Legacy Village Holdings LLC, which is owned by Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. (“Fund”), was admitted to the Company. The Project, which opened on October 24, 2003, contains approximately 595,000 square feet and is located in Lyndhurst, Ohio.
On August 25, 2004, Legacy Village shopping center (“Center”) was contributed to the Company by the Managing Member.
2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Depreciation and Amortization—Land and building is carried at its net book value to the Managing Member as of the date the property was contributed to the Company. Additions to the building are carried at cost. Depreciation is provided for in amounts sufficient to relate the value of depreciable assets to operations over their estimated service lives by use of the straight-line method for financial reporting purposes. Useful lives are as follows:
Building and building and land improvements | 16–40 years | |
Tenant allowances | Life of lease | |
Equipment and capitalized leases | 6–10 years |
Impairment of Real Estate Assets—Real estate assets are reviewed for impairment annually or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. A real estate asset is considered to be impaired when the estimated future undiscounted operating cash flow is less than its carrying value in accordance with FASB Statement No. 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets”, (“SFAS 144”). To the extent an impairment has occurred, the excess of carrying value of the asset over its estimated fair value will be charged to operations. At December 31, 2005, there was no impairment.
Revenue Recognition—Fixed minimum base rents are recorded on a straight-line basis over the life of the lease and reimbursements are recorded on an accrual basis. Accounts receivable include billed and unbilled receivables. Unbilled receivables consist of tenant charges of $283,000 and $142,766 (unaudited) at December 31, 2005 and 2004, respectively. The excess of minimum base rents recognized on a straight-line basis over the amounts currently billable are $1,115,322 and $329,148 (unaudited), as of December 31, 2005 and 2004, respectively, and are recorded as deferred rental income receivable. Reimbursements and recoveries from tenants for certain operating expenses and real estate taxes are recognized in the period the applicable costs are incurred.
Deferred Loan Costs—These costs represent the costs of obtaining financing and are amortized over the term of the loan.
Deferred Leasing Costs—These costs represent the costs of leasing the shopping center and are amortized over the lives of the related leases.
Income Taxes—No provision has been made for federal and state income taxes since these taxes are the responsibility of the members.
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Use of Estimates—The preparation of 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 disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
3. RELATED-PARTY TRANSACTIONS
The Company entered into a management agreement with First Interstate Properties, Ltd. (“FIP”), an affiliate of the Managing Member, on August 25, 2004, to provide property management services for the Project. The term of the management agreement is 10 years commencing August 25, 2004, and may be terminated as set forth in the management agreement. FIP receives 4% of gross monthly collections. Management fees incurred were $722,010 in 2005 and $208,768 (unaudited) for the period August 25, 2004 (inception) through December 31, 2004. Accrued management fees were $11,693 and $46,644 (unaudited) as of December 31, 2005 and 2004, respectively.
The Company leases office space to an affiliate under a noncancelable operating lease which expires in March 2019. Rental income totaled $344,800 in 2005 and $133,676 (unaudited) during the period August 25, 2004 (inception) through December 31, 2004. Total annual minimum rental payments range from $304,000 to $446,500 through 2019.
The Company is provided a variety of other services by affiliated entities including marketing, administrative, legal, and construction management. Fees for these services are based on hourly rates for actual hours worked by employees of the affiliates and costs incurred. Total amounts charges for these services were $848,928 in 2005 and $161,442 (unaudited) for the period August 25, 2004 (inception) through December 31, 2004.
Due to affiliate is comprised of the funds due to the Managing Member, which is predominately related to the assumption of the tenant accounts receivable from the Management Member in the amounts of $632,585 and $561,108 (unaudited) as of December 31, 2005 and 2004, respectively. In addition, the amount due to affiliate as of December 31, 2004, includes tenant improvement escrows, as described in Note 5.
4. REAL ESTATE ASSETS
Real estate assets at cost consist of the following:
2005 | 2004 | |||||||
(Unaudited) | ||||||||
Land | $ | 23,371,768 | $ | 23,371,768 | ||||
Building and building and land improvements | 95,455,051 | 94,035,716 | ||||||
Equipment | 614,815 | 455,331 | ||||||
Personal property | 887,320 | 781,021 | ||||||
120,328,954 | 118,643,836 | |||||||
Less accumulated depreciation | (5,226,318 | ) | (1,318,601 | ) | ||||
$ | 115,102,636 | $ | 117,325,235 | |||||
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5. MORTGAGE NOTES PAYABLE
The non-recourse mortgage notes are collateralized by the mall facilities and assignment of all leases. The terms of the mortgage notes are summarized as follows:
Mortgagee | TIAA Tranche #1 | TIAA Tranche #2 | Total | ||||||||
Original date | December 4, 2003 | December 23, 2004 | |||||||||
Maturity | January 1, 2014 | January 1, 2014 | |||||||||
Original amount (a) | $ | 98,000,000 | (b) | $ | 10,000,000 | $ | 108,000,000 | ||||
Present balance | 94,371,747 | 9,827,890 | 104,199,637 | ||||||||
Monthly payment | 600,144 | 62,157 | |||||||||
Interest rate | 5.625 | % | 5.625 | % |
(a) | On August 25, 2004, an Assignment and Assumption Agreement was executed whereby the Company assumed the obligations as the new borrower and the Managing Member assigned its rights as the old borrower for the $98 million mortgage note payable to Teachers Insurance and Guaranty Association (“TIAA”). The mortgage note payable matures on January 1, 2014, at which time a final payment of $73,949,189 is due. |
(b) | On December 23, 2004, the Company executed a mortgage note payable to TIAA for $10 million. The mortgage note payable matures on January 1, 2014, at which time a final payment of $7,857,693 is due. |
The mortgages are secured by a lien on the real property and an assignment of rents and leases. The mortgages have a prepayment penalty as defined in the promissory note. Additionally, affiliates of the Managing Member have a guarantee to reimburse TIAA for certain liabilities (as defined) that may occur in the event of foreclosure. Interest paid was $5,891,666 for the year ended December 31, 2005 and $1,461,412 (unaudited) for the period August 25, 2004 (inception) through December 31, 2004. Interest expense includes deferred loan fee amortization of $97,166 in 2005 and $28,112 (unaudited) for the period August 25, 2004 (inception) through December 31, 2004. Interest on capital lease obligations was $39,585 in 2005 and $0 (unaudited) for the period ended December 31, 2004.
Upon closing of the original mortgage, escrow accounts were established to disburse monies for tenant allowances and commissions. These escrows were assumed by the Company upon the execution of the Assignment and Assumption Agreement and an equal amount was recorded as a liability to the Managing Member and is included in due to affiliate. As the work is completed, the funds are drawn from the escrows and paid to the Managing Member. Total escrows held by the lender were $0 and $1,749,828 (unaudited) at December 31, 2005 and 2004, respectively.
During 2005, pursuant to the provisions of the $98,000,000 note, real estate taxes are being deposited into an interest-bearing escrow account.
Aggregate annual maturities of the mortgage payable over each of the next five years and thereafter as of December 31, 2005, will be as follows:
Year Ended December 31 | |||
2006 | $ | 2,251,846 | |
2007 | 2,381,829 | ||
2008 | 2,519,315 | ||
2009 | 2,664,739 | ||
2010 | 2,570,568 | ||
Thereafter | 91,811,340 | ||
$ | 104,199,637 | ||
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6. MEMBERS’ EQUITY
The Class B Member is entitled to receive a 7.5% preferred return on its share of the Project value as defined in the Operating Agreement. As of December 31, 2005, the cumulative preferred return was $3,186,423 of which $2,531,038 was paid. The balance due of $655,385 is recorded as a distribution payable at December 31, 2005, which was paid in January 2006.
Capital contributions during 2005 represent project construction costs committed under leases as of the date the Center was contributed to the Company, and were escrowed and funded by Legacy Village Partners, LLC, a member. Contributions have been allocated in accordance with the ownership percentages as defined in the Operating Agreement.
Pursuant to the Operating Agreement, cash distributions shall be determined at the end of each quarter. Distributable cash shall be paid to the members within twenty (20) days, after each quarter in accordance with the allocation provisions as set forth in the Operating Agreement. Distributions payable at December 31, 2005 consist of a $655,385 payable in the Class B Member for their preferred return and $83,673 of excess refinancing proceeds payable to the Class A Members.
As of December 31, 2004, distributions of $9,993,305 (unaudited) were paid, of which $265,182 (unaudited) was distributed from operations as a preferred return and $9,728,123 (unaudited) was from the finance proceeds received in December 2004 as a return of capital. As of December 31, 2004, $648,998 (unaudited) is payable to the Class B member as a preferred return.
7. CONCENTRATION OF CREDIT RISK
The Company maintains its cash, restricted cash, and security deposit balances in one bank. The balances are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation up to $100,000 by the bank per account. The uninsured portion of these cash balances held by the bank at December 31, 2005, was $1,305,813 and $1,133,923 (unaudited) at December 31, 2005 and 2004, respectively.
8. LEASING ARRANGEMENTS
Capital leases—The Company leases various vehicles and equipment used in the repair, maintenance, and retail leasing of the shopping center under capital leases. The economic substance of the leases are that the Company is financing the acquisition of the assets through the lease, and accordingly it is recorded in the Company’s assets and liabilities. The lease agreements each contain a bargain purchase option at the end of the lease.
Minimum future payments required under the leases together with their present value as of December 31, 2005, are as follows:
Year Ended December 31 | |||
2006 | $ | 150,571 | |
2007 | 149,714 | ||
2008 | 134,063 | ||
2009 | 75,979 | ||
2010 | 2,794 | ||
Total minimum lease payments | 513,121 | ||
Less amount representing interest | 67,013 | ||
Present value of minimum lease payments | $ | 446,108 | |
The Company’s operations consist of leasing retail and office space in a lifestyle center. The leases are operating leases expiring in various years through 2044.
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Minimum future rental income receivable pursuant to the noncancelable leases as of December 31, 2005, is as follows:
Year Ended December 31 | |||
2006 | $ | 10,832,451 | |
2007 | 11,011,383 | ||
2008 | 11,076,261 | ||
2009 | 10,843,049 | ||
2010 | 10,584,585 | ||
Thereafter | 96,936,096 | ||
$ | 151,283,825 | ||
9. MAJOR TENANTS
As of December 31, 2005, three tenants, Expo Design Center, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Giant Eagle, accounted for approximately 42.7% of space and 28.9% of rental income of the Company as follows.
Space | Rental Income | |||||
Expo Design Center | 15.5 | % | 8.9 | % | ||
Dick’s Sporting Goods | 13.7 | % | 8.1 | % | ||
Giant Eagle | 13.5 | % | 11.9 | % |
During August 2005, Expo Design Center closed its Legacy Village store. Expo Design Center is still required to pay full rent through 2044. The store closure triggered co-tenancy provisions in the leases of two tenants of the center, which reduced rent revenue as of December 31, 2005 in the amount of $310,635 and could allow these tenants to terminate their leases early until the center’s occupancy reaches certain thresholds.
Minimum future rental income receivable (included in the amounts in Note 8) pursuant to the leases for noncancelable leases as of December 31, 2005, from major tenants, is as follows:
Year Ended December 31 | |||
2006 | $ | 2,446,534 | |
2007 | 2,446,534 | ||
2008 | 2,446,534 | ||
2009 | 2,446,534 | ||
2010 | 2,446,534 | ||
Thereafter | 56,354,503 | ||
$ | 68,587,173 | ||
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10. FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The following disclosure of the estimated fair value of financial instruments is made in accordance with the requirements of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 107, “Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments.” The estimated fair value amounts have been determined by the Company using available market information and appropriate valuation methodologies. However, considerable judgment is necessarily required in interpreting market data to develop the estimates of fair value. Accordingly, the estimates presented herein are not necessarily indicative of the amounts that the Company could realize in a current market exchange. The use of different market assumptions and/or estimation methodologies may have a material effect on the estimated fair value amounts.
Mortgage notes payable—The carrying value of the notes payable are a reasonable estimate of their fair value as the interest rate of 5.625% approximates the value that is currently available to the Company for debt with similar terms and remaining maturities.
Cash, restricted cost, escrow deposits, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, accounts payable and accrued expenses, security deposits and prepaid rent, capital leases payable and other liabilities—The carrying amounts of these items are a reasonable estimate of their fair values due to their short-term nature.
The fair value estimates presented herein are based on pertinent information available to management as of December 31, 2005 and 2004 (unaudited). Although management is not aware of any factors that would significantly affect the estimated fair value amounts, such amounts have not been comprehensively revalued for purposes of these financial statements since that date, and current estimates of fair value may differ significantly from the amounts presented herein.
11. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Certain tenants are disputing the calculation of their common area maintenance and real estate tax participation, and the Company has been named as a defendant in two lawsuits in the ordinary course of business. Management cannot make a determination at this time as to the likelihood of an unfavorable outcome or an estimate of the amounts or ranges of potential losses which may result upon resolution of these items.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
BALANCE SHEETS (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Assets | ||||||||
Investments in real estate | ||||||||
Land | $ | 21,983,762 | $ | 21,983,762 | ||||
Building and building improvements | 42,390,344 | 42,268,801 | ||||||
Tenant improvements | 98,894 | 58,674 | ||||||
Total investments in real estate | 64,473,000 | 64,311,237 | ||||||
Less accumulated depreciation | (2,922,265 | ) | (1,845,370 | ) | ||||
Investments in real estate-net | 61,550,735 | 62,465,867 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents | 550,185 | 215,524 | ||||||
Tenant accounts receivable | 220,694 | 29,181 | ||||||
Deferred charges, net | 627,219 | 736,639 | ||||||
Acquired above-market leases, net | 5,829,041 | 7,828,386 | ||||||
Acquired in-place leases, net | 6,383,398 | 8,164,742 | ||||||
Deferred rent receivable | 1,227,083 | 1,024,490 | ||||||
Prepaid expenses and other assets | 159,932 | 155,744 | ||||||
Total | $ | 76,548,287 | $ | 80,620,573 | ||||
Liabilities and Members’ Capital | ||||||||
Mortgage note | $ | 56,000,000 | $ | 56,000,000 | ||||
Accounts payable and other accrued expenses | 740,649 | 785,575 | ||||||
Security deposits | 95,762 | 91,262 | ||||||
Prepaid rents | 464,775 | 135,146 | ||||||
Acquired below-market leases, net | 959,083 | 1,185,070 | ||||||
Other liabilities | 61,877 | 57,241 | ||||||
Total liabilities | 58,322,146 | 58,254,294 | ||||||
Commitments and contingencies (Note 6) | ||||||||
Members’ capital | 18,226,141 | 22,366,279 | ||||||
Total | $ | 76,548,287 | $ | 80,620,573 | ||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Revenues | ||||||||
Rental | $ | 9,527,115 | $ | 9,288,308 | ||||
Tenant reimbursements | 1,349,686 | 760,628 | ||||||
Total revenues | 10,876,801 | 10,048,936 | ||||||
Operating expenses | ||||||||
Real estate taxes | 693,090 | 998,035 | ||||||
Property operating | 3,251,113 | 2,878,543 | ||||||
General and administrative | 349,333 | 367,623 | ||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 2,910,257 | 3,072,333 | ||||||
Total operating expenses | 7,203,793 | 7,316,534 | ||||||
Operating income | 3,673,008 | 2,732,402 | ||||||
Other income (expense) | ||||||||
Interest expense | (3,182,202 | ) | (3,182,203 | ) | ||||
Other income | 71,340 | 58,116 | ||||||
Total other expense | (3,110,862 | ) | (3,124,087 | ) | ||||
Net income (loss) | $ | 562,146 | $ | (391,685 | ) | |||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
STATEMENTS OF MEMBERS’ CAPITAL (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
ELPF/111 Sutter Holdings, LLC | EPI Investors XII LLC | Total | ||||||||||
Members’ capital, December 31, 2005 | $ | 22,463,358 | $ | 5,198,696 | $ | 27,662,054 | ||||||
Net loss | (313,348 | ) | (78,337 | ) | (391,685 | ) | ||||||
Distributions | (3,339,146 | ) | (1,564,944 | ) | (4,904,090 | ) | ||||||
Members’ capital, December 31, 2006 | 18,810,864 | 3,555,415 | 22,366,279 | |||||||||
Net income | — | 562,146 | 562,146 | |||||||||
Distributions | (3,095,730 | ) | (1,606,554 | ) | (4,702,284 | ) | ||||||
Members’ capital, December 31, 2007 | $ | 15,715,134 | $ | 2,511,007 | $ | 18,226,141 | ||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Cash flows from operating activities | ||||||||
Net income (loss) | $ | 562,146 | $ | (391,685 | ) | |||
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities | ||||||||
Depreciation | 1,076,895 | 1,059,017 | ||||||
Amortization of deferred costs | 1,833,362 | 2,013,316 | ||||||
Amortization of intangible assets | 1,773,358 | 1,775,702 | ||||||
Amortization of financing fees | 57,402 | 57,403 | ||||||
Deferred rent receivable | (202,593 | ) | (418,007 | ) | ||||
Bad debt expense | — | (362 | ) | |||||
Net changes in assets and liabilities: | ||||||||
Tenant accounts receivable | (191,513 | ) | 267,259 | |||||
Prepaid expenses and other assets | (4,188 | ) | (57,004 | ) | ||||
Accounts payable, other accrued expenses, and security deposits | (108,373 | ) | 533,284 | |||||
Other liabilities | 4,636 | 4,289 | ||||||
Prepaid rent | 329,629 | (87,490 | ) | |||||
Net cash provided by operating activities | 5,130,761 | 4,755,722 | ||||||
Cash flows from investing activities | ||||||||
Additions to real estate investments | (93,816 | ) | (162,075 | ) | ||||
Leasing costs paid | — | (108,113 | ) | |||||
Net cash used in investing activities | (93,816 | ) | (270,188 | ) | ||||
Cash flows from financing activities | ||||||||
Distributions to members | (4,702,284 | ) | (4,904,090 | ) | ||||
Net cash used in financing activities | (4,702,284 | ) | (4,904,090 | ) | ||||
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents | 334,661 | (418,556 | ) | |||||
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period | 215,524 | 634,080 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period | $ | 550,185 | $ | 215,524 | ||||
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information | ||||||||
Interest paid | $ | 3,124,800 | $ | 3,124,800 | ||||
Supplemental disclosure of noncash investing activities | ||||||||
Additions to real estate investments included in accounts payable, other accrued expenses, and security deposit | 67,947 | 4,288 |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (NOT COVERED BY THE REPORT INCLUDED HEREIN)
AS OF AND FOR THE YEARS DECEMBER 31, 2007 AND 2006
1. | Organization |
CEP Investors XII LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, (the “Company”) was formed on January 29, 1999, for the purpose of acquiring, managing, owning, leasing, and renovating a 22-story office building located at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California (the “Property”). The members, EPI Investors XII LLC, a California limited liability company (“EPI”) and CFSC Capital Corp. LW, a Delaware corporation (“CFSC”), held 1.88% and 98.12% interests, respectively.
On March 29, 2005, EPI and ELPF/111 Sutter Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company which is owned by Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. (“ELPF”) entered into a purchase agreement with CFSC to acquire 100% of CFSC’s interest in the Company. ELPF and EPI paid $24,645,510 and $2,975,046, respectively, and the Company paid $4,083,174 to CFSC resulting in a 100% acquisition of CFSC’s interest.
Simultaneously, the limited liability agreement was amended and restated with EPI and ELPF as the members of the Company with 20% and 80% membership interests, respectively. EPI remained as the managing member.
The Company will remain in existence until terminated by written approval of the members, the sale or disposition of all assets, or judicial dissolution.
Member contributions, profits, losses, and cash distributions are allocated among the members in accordance with the LLC agreement.
As of December 31, 2007 and 2006 and for the years then ended, the Company does not meet the criteria of a significant subsidiary to Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. and as a result, the financial statements for those periods are audited but the report is not presented herein.
2. | Summary of Significant Accounting Policies |
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared on the accrual basis of accounting in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of the 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 disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Significant estimates include purchase price allocations, the realizability of accounts and deferred rent receivable, useful lives of property for purposes of determining depreciation expense, and assessments as to whether there is impairment in the value of long-lived assets. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Reorganization
The acquisition of CFSC’s 98.12% member interest is accounted for utilizing the purchase method as prescribed by Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 141,Business Combinations, and SFAS No. 142,Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets. All assets and liabilities have been stepped up to 98.12% of their fair value, using methodologies described below. The existing 1.88% member interest is carried at historical cost. The Company uses estimates of future cash flows and other valuation techniques to allocate the purchase price of acquired property among land, building, and other identifiable asset and
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liability intangibles. The Company records land and building values using an as-if-vacant methodology. The Company records above-market and below-market in-place lease values for acquired properties based on the present value (using an interest rate which reflects the risks associated with the leases acquired) of the difference between (1) the contractual amounts to be paid pursuant to the in-place leases and (2) the Company’s estimate of fair market lease rates for the corresponding in-place leases, measured over a period equal to the remaining noncancelable term of the lease. The Company amortizes the capitalized above-market lease values as a reduction of minimum rents over the remaining noncancelable terms of the respective leases. The Company amortizes the capitalized below-market lease values as an increase to rental revenues over the term of the respective leases. Should a tenant terminate its lease prior to the contractual expiration, the unamortized portion of the above-market and below-market in-place lease value is immediately charged to rental revenues.
The Company measures the aggregate value of other intangible assets acquired based on the difference between (1) the property valued with existing in-place leases and (2) the property valued as if vacant. The Company’s estimates of value are made using methods similar to those used by independent appraisers, primarily discounted cash flow analysis. Factors considered by the Company in its analysis include an estimate of carrying costs during the hypothetical expected lease-up periods considering current market conditions and costs to execute similar leases. The Company also considers information obtained about each property as a result of the prereorganization due diligence, marketing, and leasing activities in estimating the fair value of the tangible and intangible assets acquired. In estimating carrying costs, the Company includes estimates of lost rentals during the expected lease-up periods depending on specific local market conditions and costs to execute similar leases including leasing commissions, legal, and other related expenses to the extent that such costs are not already incurred in connection with a new lease origination as part of the transaction. The Company amortizes the value of in-place leases to expense over the remaining initial terms of the respective leases, which generally range from 3 to 15 years.
The Company allocated the purchase price to acquired intangible assets which include acquired in-place lease intangibles and acquired above-market in-place lease intangibles, which are reported net of accumulated amortization of $5,125,399 and $5,501,946 at December 31, 2007, and $3,344,052 and $3,502,604 at December 31, 2006, respectively, in the accompanying balance sheets. The acquired intangible liabilities represent acquired below-market in-place leases which are reported net of accumulated amortization of $621,466 and $395,479 at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively, in the accompanying balance sheets.
Future amortization related to intangible assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2007 is as follows:
Acquired above- market leases | Acquired below- market leases | Acquired in-place leases | |||||||
2008 | $ | 1,977,579 | $ | 221,403 | $ | 1,766,410 | |||
2009 | 1,871,043 | 201,153 | 1,766,410 | ||||||
2010 | 1,272,904 | 142,161 | 1,766,410 | ||||||
2011 | 598,421 | 124,578 | 1,084,168 | ||||||
2012 | 109,094 | 124,578 | — | ||||||
Thereafter | — | 145,210 | — | ||||||
$ | 5,829,041 | $ | 959,083 | $ | 6,383,398 | ||||
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company maintains a portion of its cash in bank deposit accounts, which, at times, may exceed the federally insured limits. No losses have been experienced related to such accounts. The Company believes it places its cash with quality financial institutions and is not exposed to any significant concentration of credit risk. Cash equivalents include all cash and liquid investments with an initial maturity of three months or less.
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Investments in Real Estate
Investments in real estate are recorded at cost. Expenditures for ordinary maintenance and repairs are expensed to operations as incurred. Significant renovations and improvements, which improve and/or extend the useful life of the asset, are capitalized at cost and depreciated over their estimated useful life.
Depreciation of the building and improvements is provided by the straight-line method over the useful life of 40 years. Tenant improvements are recorded at cost and depreciated by the straight-line method over the lesser of lives of the related leases, ranging from 5 to 15 years, or over the estimated useful life of the improvements.
The Company reviews the Property for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. If the carrying amount of the asset exceeds its estimated undiscounted net cash flow, before interest, the Company would recognize an impairment loss equal to the difference between its carrying amount and its fair value. If an impairment was recognized, the reduced carrying amount of the asset would be accounted for as its new cost. For a depreciable asset, the new cost would be depreciated over the asset’s remaining useful life. Generally, fair values are estimated using a discounted cash flow, direct capitalization or market comparison analyses. The process of evaluating for impairment requires estimates as to future events and conditions, which are subject to varying market and economic factors. Therefore, it is reasonably possible that a change in estimate resulting from judgments as to future events could occur which would affect the recorded amounts of the Property. As of December 31, 2007 and 2006, the Property’s carrying value did not exceed the estimated sum of its undiscounted future net cash flows.
Deferred Charges, Net
Deferred charges include deferred leasing commissions, lease incentive fees, and deferred loan costs. Deferred leasing commissions and leasing incentive fees are recorded at cost and amortized over the lives of the related leases. Deferred loan costs are recorded at cost and amortized on a basis which approximates the effective interest method over the term of the note payable. Accumulated amortization of deferred leasing commissions, lease incentive fees, and deferred loan costs was $67,935, $35,487 and $150,451, respectively, at December 31, 2007 and $28,783, $22,541, and $93,049, respectively, at December 31, 2006.
Revenue Recognition
Rental revenue is recognized using the straight-line method over the terms of the related lease agreements including free rent periods. Differences between rental revenue earned and amounts due under the respective lease agreements are credited or charged, as applicable, to deferred rent receivable. Rental payments received prior to their recognition as income are classified as prepaid rents. In addition, tenants are required to pay contingent rentals based on the Property’s operating expenses and/or other factors, and the Company recognizes such contingent rentals as tenant reimbursements revenue when earned. Tenants are billed for operating expenses in accordance with the related lease agreements.
Income Taxes
The Company is organized as a limited liability company and therefore is treated as a partnership for federal and state income tax purposes. The results of operations of the Company are included in the income tax returns of the members and, consequently, no provisions for income taxes have been made at the Company level.
In July 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued FASB Interpretation No. 48 (“FIN 48”),Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes—an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109,which clarifies the accounting and disclosure for uncertainty in tax positions. FIN 48 seeks to reduce the diversity in practice associated with certain aspects of the recognition and measurement related to
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accounting for income taxes. The Company adopted FIN 48 on January 1, 2007, as required. The Company does not believe that the adoption of FIN 48 has a material impact on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The fair value of the Company’s financial instruments (including such items as cash and cash equivalents, accounts payable and other accrued expenses, security deposits, and prepaid rents) approximate their carrying or contract values based on their nature and terms.
Asset Retirement Obligation
Certain areas of the Property contain asbestos. Although the asbestos is appropriately contained in accordance with current environmental regulations, the Company’s practice is to remediate the asbestos upon the renovation or redevelopment of the Property. Accordingly, the Company has determined that the Property meets the criteria for recording a liability and has recorded an asset retirement obligation aggregating $61,877 and $57,241 as of December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively, which is included in “Other Liabilities” in the accompanying balance sheets.
3. | Mortgage Note |
On May 30, 2000, the Company entered into a note payable agreement with Key Bank (“Key Note”). The maximum borrowing under the Key Note was $50,000,000 and was collateralized by the Property and all of the assets. The Key Note bore interest at LIBOR plus 2.25%. Interest was payable monthly. The amount outstanding at March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization), was $48,863,415. Principal and any unpaid interest were due on June 1, 2005.
On March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization), the Company entered into a bridge note payable with ELPF (“Bridge Loan”) for a maximum borrowing of $6,900,000. The Company borrowed $5,981,551 in conjunction with the redemption of the CFSC member interest. The Bridge Loan was collateralized by the Property and all of its assets and bore interest at 8.0%. Interest was payable monthly and all outstanding interest and principal was due April 1, 2006.
On June 17, 2005, the Company entered into a mortgage note agreement (“Mortgage Note”) for $56,000,000. The Company simultaneously repaid the interest payable and entire outstanding principal balance for both the Key Note and Bridge Loan. The Mortgage Note is collateralized by the Property and all of its assets and bears interest at a fixed rate of 5.58%. Interest-only payments of $260,400 are required for the first 60 months and interest and principal payments of $320,778 are required for the last 60 months. The Mortgage Note matures on July 1, 2015, and the Company may elect to prepay the entire principal balance, for a fee as defined in the Mortgage Note, beginning July 1, 2006. The Company was in compliance with all debt covenants under the Mortgage Note as of December 31, 2007.
Future minimum principal payments to be paid under the Mortgage Note extending past December 31, 2007, are as follows:
Year Ending December 31, | |||
2008 | $ | — | |
2009 | — | ||
2010 | 304,712 | ||
2011 | 760,805 | ||
2012 | 804,361 | ||
Thereafter | $ | 54,130,122 | |
$ | 56,000,000 | ||
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4. | Future Minimum Lease Payments |
Future minimum lease payments to be received under noncancelable operating leases extending past December 31, 2007, are as follows:
Year Ending December 31, | |||
2008 | $ | 10,954,675 | |
2009 | 10,138,260 | ||
2010 | 7,147,031 | ||
2011 | 4,417,532 | ||
2012 | 2,950,041 | ||
Thereafter | 10,171,420 | ||
$ | 45,778,959 | ||
The Property was 96% leased and occupied by 20 tenants at December 31, 2007, four of whom accounted for approximately 66% of the total rental revenue.
5. | Related-Party Transactions |
Ellis Partners LLC (“EPL”), an affiliate of EPI, has been retained as the asset manager for the Company. As provided for in the management agreement, the Company is required to pay an annual asset management fee of $250,000. The first $150,000 of the fee is earned and payable in monthly installments of $12,500. The remaining $100,000 is earned in equal monthly installments and payable after the members have earned a cumulative 9% preferred return. Asset management fees of $250,000 were earned and paid during the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006 and are included in general and administrative expense in the accompanying statements of operations. The Company pays EPL a project management fee based on 4% of hard construction costs. EPL earned, and was paid, $8,313 for year ended December 31, 2006 (none in 2007), which was capitalized and included in building and building improvements in the accompanying balance sheet.
6. | Commitments and Contingencies |
Litigation
In the normal course of business, from time to time, the Company is involved in legal actions relating to the ownership and operations of the Property. In management’s opinion, the liabilities, if any, that may ultimately result from such legal actions are not expected to have a materially adverse effect on the financial position, results of operations, or cash flows of the Company.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Members of
CEP Investors XII LLC:
We have audited the accompanying balance sheet of CEP Investors XII LLC (a Delaware limited liability company) (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2005, and the related statements of operations, members’ capital, and cash flows for the period March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization) through December 31, 2005. These 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 audit 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 audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, such financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of CEP Investors XII LLC as of December 31, 2005, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the period March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization) through December 31, 2005, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
San Francisco, California
March 15, 2006
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
BALANCE SHEET
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2005
ASSETS | ||||
INVESTMENTS IN REAL ESTATE: | ||||
Land | $ | 21,983,762 | ||
Building and building improvements | 42,159,244 | |||
Tenant improvements | 6,156 | |||
Total investments in real estate | 64,149,162 | |||
Less accumulated depreciation | (786,353 | ) | ||
Investments in real estate—net | 63,362,809 | |||
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | 634,080 | |||
TENANT ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE, Net of allowance of $362 | 296,078 | |||
DEFERRED CHARGES—NET | 725,288 | |||
ACQUIRED ABOVE-MARKET LEASES—NET | 9,830,076 | |||
ACQUIRED IN-PLACE LEASES—NET | 10,138,699 | |||
DEFERRED RENT RECEIVABLE | 606,483 | |||
PREPAID EXPENSES AND OTHER ASSETS | 98,740 | |||
TOTAL | $ | 85,692,253 | ||
LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS’ CAPITAL | ||||
MORTGAGE NOTE | $ | 56,000,000 | ||
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND OTHER ACCRUED EXPENSES | 241,885 | |||
SECURITY DEPOSITS | 101,668 | |||
PREPAID RENTS | 222,636 | |||
ACQUIRED BELOW-MARKET LEASES—NET | 1,411,058 | |||
OTHER LIABILITIES | 52,952 | |||
TOTAL LIABILITIES | 58,030,199 | |||
MEMBERS’ CAPITAL | 27,662,054 | |||
TOTAL | $ | 85,692,253 | ||
See notes to financial statements.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
FOR THE PERIOD MARCH 29, 2005 (DATE OF REORGANIZATION)
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2005
REVENUES: | ||||
Rental | $ | 6,576,291 | ||
Tenant reimbursements | 728,700 | |||
Total revenues | 7,304,991 | |||
OPERATING EXPENSES: | ||||
Real estate taxes | 735,268 | |||
Property operating | 2,228,558 | |||
General and administrative | 250,535 | |||
Depreciation and amortization | 2,168,492 | |||
Total operating expenses | 5,382,853 | |||
OPERATING INCOME | 1,922,138 | |||
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE): | ||||
Interest expense | (2,294,089 | ) | ||
Other income | 40,720 | |||
Total other income (expense) | (2,253,369 | ) | ||
NET LOSS | $ | (331,231 | ) | |
See notes to financial statements.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
STATEMENT OF MEMBERS’ CAPITAL
FOR THE PERIOD MARCH 29, 2005 (DATE OF REORGANIZATION)
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2005
ELPF/111 Sutter Holdings, LLC | EPI Investors XII LLC | Total | ||||||||||
MEMBERS’ CAPITAL—March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization) | $ | 24,645,520 | $ | 5,992,711 | $ | 30,638,231 | ||||||
Net loss | (264,985 | ) | (66,246 | ) | (331,231 | ) | ||||||
Distributions | (1,917,177 | ) | (727,769 | ) | (2,644,946 | ) | ||||||
MEMBERS’ CAPITAL—December 31, 2005 | $ | 22,463,358 | $ | 5,198,696 | $ | 27,662,054 | ||||||
See notes to financial statements.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE PERIOD MARCH 29, 2005 (DATE OF REORGANIZATION)
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2005
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | ||||
Net loss | $ | (331,231 | ) | |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities: | ||||
Depreciation and amortization | 2,168,492 | |||
Amortization of intangible assets | 1,331,423 | |||
Amortization of financing fees | 33,687 | |||
Deferred rent receivable | (559,193 | ) | ||
Bad debt expense | 362 | |||
Net changes in assets and liabilities: | ||||
Tenant accounts receivable | (296,440 | ) | ||
Prepaid expenses and other assets | 211,444 | |||
Accounts payable and other accrued expenses | (244,564 | ) | ||
Prepaid rent | 132,335 | |||
Net cash provided by operating activities | 2,446,315 | |||
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | ||||
Purchase of real estate investments | (2,038,740 | ) | ||
Leasing costs paid | (74,794 | ) | ||
Net cash used in investing activities | (2,113,534 | ) | ||
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | ||||
Proceeds from mortgage note | 56,000,000 | |||
Proceeds from note payable | 433,421 | |||
Repayment of note payable | (49,296,835 | ) | ||
Repayment of bridge loan | (5,981,551 | ) | ||
Payment of loan fees | (572,066 | ) | ||
Distributions to members | (2,644,946 | ) | ||
Net cash used in financing activities | (2,061,977 | ) | ||
NET DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | (1,729,196 | ) | ||
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS—Beginning of the period | $ | 2,363,276 | ||
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS—End of the period | $ | 634,080 | ||
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION—Interest paid | $ | 2,258,443 | ||
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NONCASH INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | ||||
Accrued capital expenditures, beginning of period | $ | 1,819,570 | ||
Asset retirement obligation | $ | 52,952 | ||
See notes to financial statements.
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(A Delaware Limited Liability Company)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE PERIOD MARCH 29, 2005 (DATE OF REORGANIZATION)
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2005
1. ORGANIZATION
CEP Investors XII LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Company”), was formed on January 29, 1999, for the purpose of acquiring, managing, owning, leasing, and renovating a 22-story office building located at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California (the “Property”). The members, EPI Investors XII LLC, a California limited liability company (“EPI”) and CFSC Capital Corp. LIV, a Delaware corporation (“CFSC”), held 1.88% and 98.12% interests, respectively.
On March 29, 2005, EPI and ELPF/111 Sutter Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company which is owned by Excelsior LaSalle Property Fund, Inc. (“Fund”), entered into a purchase agreement with CFSC to acquire 100% of CFSC’s interest in the Company. The Fund and EPI paid $24,645,510 and $2,975,046, respectively and the Company paid $4,083,174 to CFSC resulting in a 100% acquisition of CFSC’s interest.
Simultaneously, the limited liability agreement was amended and restated with EPI and the Fund as the members of the Company with 20% and 80% membership interests, respectively. EPI remained the managing member.
The Company will remain in existence until terminated by written approval of the members, the sale or disposition of all assets, or judicial dissolution.
Member contributions, profits, losses, and cash distributions are allocated among the members in accordance with the LLC agreement.
2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Presentation—The financial statements are presented for the period March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization) through December 31, 2005, which represents the period subsequent to the acquisition of CFSC’s partnership interest.
Use of Estimates—The preparation of the 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 disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Significant estimates include purchase price allocations, the realizability of accounts and deferred rent receivable, useful lives of property for purposes of determining depreciation expense, and assessments as to whether there is impairment in the value of long-lived assets. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Reorganization—The acquisition of CFSC’s 98.12% member interest is accounted for utilizing the purchase method as prescribed by Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) 141 Business Combinations and SFAS 142 Goodwill and other Intangible Assets. All assets and liabilities have been stepped up to 98.12% of their fair value, using methodologies described below. The existing 1.88% member interest is carried at historical cost. The Company uses estimates of future cash flows and other valuation techniques to allocate the purchase price of acquired property among land, building, and other identifiable asset and liability intangibles. The Company records land and building values using an as-if-vacant methodology. The Company records above-market and below-market in-place lease values for acquired properties based on the present value (using an interest rate which reflects the risks associated with the leases acquired) of the difference between
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(1) the contractual amounts to be paid pursuant to the in-place leases and (2) the Company’s estimate of fair market lease rates for the corresponding in-place leases, measured over a period equal to the remaining noncancelable term of the lease. The Company amortizes the capitalized above-market lease values as a reduction of minimum rents over the remaining noncancelable terms of the respective leases. The Company amortizes the capitalized below-market lease values as an increase to rental revenues over the term of the respective leases. Should a tenant terminate its lease prior to the contractual expiration, the unamortized portion of the above-market and below-market in-place lease value is immediately charged to rental revenues.
The Company measures the aggregate value of other intangible assets acquired based on the difference between (1) the property valued with existing in-place leases and (2) the property valued as if vacant. The Company’s estimates of value are made using methods similar to those used by independent appraisers, primarily discounted cash flow analysis. Factors considered by the Company in its analysis include an estimate of carrying costs during the hypothetical expected lease-up periods considering current market conditions, and costs to execute similar leases. The Company also considers information obtained about each property as a result of the pre-reorganization due diligence, marketing, and leasing activities in estimating the fair value of the tangible and intangible assets acquired. In estimating carrying costs, the Company includes estimates of lost rentals during the expected lease-up periods depending on specific local market conditions and costs to execute similar leases including leasing commissions, legal, and other related expenses to the extent that such costs are not already incurred in connection with a new lease origination as part of the transaction. The Company amortizes the value of in-place leases to expense over the remaining initial terms of the respective leases, which generally range from 3 to 15 years.
The Company allocated the purchase price to acquired intangible assets which include acquired in-place lease intangibles and acquired above-market in-place lease intangibles, which are reported net of accumulated amortization of $1,370,095 and $1,500,914, respectively, at December 31, 2005, on the accompanying balance sheet. The acquired intangible liabilities represent acquired below-market in-place leases which are reported net of accumulated amortization of $169,491 at December 31, 2005, on the accompanying balance sheet.
Cash and Cash Equivalents—The Company maintains a portion of its cash in bank deposit accounts, which, at times, may exceed the federally insured limits. No losses have been experienced related to such accounts. The Company believes it places its cash with quality financial institutions and is not exposed to any significant concentration of credit risk. Cash equivalents include all cash and liquid investments with an initial maturity of three months or less.
Investments in Real Estate—Investments in real estate are recorded at cost. Expenditures for ordinary maintenance and repairs are expensed to operations as incurred. Significant renovations and improvements, which improve and/or extend the useful life of the asset, are capitalized at cost and depreciated over their estimated useful life.
Depreciation of the building and improvements is provided by the straight-line method over the useful life of 39 years. Tenant improvements are recorded at cost and depreciated by the straight-line method over the lesser of lives of the related leases, ranging from 5 to 15 years, or over the estimated useful life of the improvements.
The Company reviews long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the asset may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognized when the sum of the undiscounted future net cash flows expected to result from the use of the asset and its eventual disposal is less than its carrying amount. There was no impairment loss recognized as of December 31, 2005.
Deferred Charges—Net—Deferred charges include deferred leasing commissions, leasing incentive fees, and deferred loan costs. Deferred leasing commissions and leasing incentive fees are recorded at cost and amortized over the lives of the related leases. Deferred loan costs are recorded at cost and amortized, using the straight-line method, over the life of the note payable. Accumulated amortization of deferred leasing commissions, leasing incentive fees, and deferred loan costs was $2,384, $9,661, and $35,646, respectively, at December 31, 2005.
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Revenue Recognition—Rental revenue is recognized using the straight-line method over the terms of the related lease agreements including free rent periods. Differences between rental revenue earned and amounts due under the respective lease agreements are credited or charged, as applicable, to deferred rent receivable. Rental payments received prior to their recognition as income are classified as prepaid rents. In addition, tenants are required to pay contingent rentals based on the Property’s operating expenses and/or other factors, and the Company recognizes such contingent rentals as tenant reimbursements revenue when earned. Tenants are billed for operating expenses in accordance with lease agreements.
Income Taxes—The Company is organized as a limited liability company and therefore is treated as a partnership for federal and state income tax purposes. The results of operations of the Company are included in the income tax returns of the members and, consequently, no provisions for income taxes have been made at the Company level.
New Accounting Principle—In March 2005, the FASB issued FIN 47,Accounting for Conditional Asset Retirement Obligations, an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 143,Asset Retirement Obligations. FIN 47 provides clarification of the term “conditional assets retirement obligation” as used in SFAS 143, defined as a legal obligation to perform an asset retirement activity in which the timing and/or method of settlement are conditional on a future event that may or may not be within the control of the company. Under this standard, a company must record a liability for a conditional asset retirement obligation if the fair value of the obligation can be reasonably estimated. FIN 47 became effective for fiscal years ending after December 15, 2005. Certain areas of the Property contain asbestos. Although the asbestos is appropriately contained, in accordance with current environmental regulations, the Company’s practice is to remediate the asbestos upon the renovation or redevelopment of the Property. Accordingly, the Company has determined that the Property meets the criteria for recording a liability and has recorded an asset retirement obligation aggregating $52,952, which is included in “Other Liabilities” on the accompanying balance sheet as of December 31, 2005.
3. MORTGAGE NOTE
On May 30, 2000, the Company entered into a note payable agreement with Key Bank (“Key Note”). The maximum borrowing under the Key Note was $50,000,000 and was secured by the Property and all of the assets. The Key Note bore interest at LIBOR plus 2.25%. Interest was payable monthly. The amount outstanding at March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization) was $48,863,415. Principal and any unpaid interest were due on June 1, 2005.
On March 29, 2005, the Company entered into a bridge note payable with the Fund (“Bridge Loan”) for a maximum borrowing of $6,900,000. The Company borrowed $5,981,551 in conjunction with the redemption of the CSFC member interest. The Bridge Loan was secured by the Property and all of its assets and bore interest at 8.0%. Interest was payable monthly and all outstanding interest and principal was due April 1, 2006.
On June 17, 2005, the Company entered into a mortgage note agreement (“Mortgage Note”) for $56,000,000. The Company simultaneously repaid the interest payable and entire outstanding principal balance for both the Key Note and Bridge Loan. The Mortgage Note is secured by the Property and all of its assets and bears interest at a fixed rate of 5.58%. Interest only payments of $260,400 are required for the first 60 months and interest and principal payments of $320,778 are required for the last 60 months. The Mortgage Note matures on July 1, 2015, and the Company may elect to prepay the entire principal balance, for a fee as defined in the Mortgage Note, beginning July 1, 2006. The Company was in compliance with all financial covenants under the Mortgage Note as of December 31, 2005.
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Future minimum principal payments to be paid under the Mortgage Note extending past December 31, 2005, are as follows:
2010 | $ | 304,712 | |
Thereafter | 55,695,288 | ||
Total | $ | 56,000,000 | |
4. FUTURE MINIMUM LEASE PAYMENTS
Future minimum lease payments to be received under noncancelable operating leases extending past December 31, 2005, are as follows:
2006 | $ | 10,599,096 | |
2007 | 10,728,746 | ||
2008 | 10,467,993 | ||
2009 | 9,621,982 | ||
2010 | 5,687,993 | ||
Thereafter | 10,139,284 | ||
Total | $ | 57,245,094 | |
The building is 94% leased and occupied by 17 tenants at December 31, 2005, four of whom account for 65% of the total rental revenue.
5. RELATED-PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Ellis Partners LLC (“EPL”), an affiliate of EPI, has been retained as the asset manager for the Company. As provided for in the management agreement, the Company is required to pay an annual asset management fee of $250,000. The first $150,000 of the fee is earned and payable in monthly installments of $12,500. The remaining $100,000 is earned in equal monthly installments and payable after the members have earned a cumulative 9% preferred return. Asset management fees of $187,500 were earned and paid during the period March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization) through December 31, 2005, and are included in general and administrative expense in the accompanying statement of operations. The Company pays EPL a project management fee based on 4% of hard construction costs. EPL earned and was paid $5,680 for the period ended December 31, 2005, which was capitalized and included in building and building improvements in the accompanying balance sheet.
The Fund extended a Bridge Loan payable to the Company on March 29, 2005 (see Note 3). The Fund earned and was paid $115,643 of interest for the period March 29, 2005 (date of reorganization) through December 31, 2005.
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