American Realty Investors, Inc. (NYSE:ARL), a Dallas-based real
estate investment company, is reporting its Results of Operations
for the year ended December 31, 2019. The Company’s holdings
consist of Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc. (NYSE: TCI).
Being that The Company’s operational activities are limited to the
ownership of TCI, this annual report will primarily discuss the
operational activity of TCI. With the current Coronavirus
presenting a concern it was deemed appropriate to provide
additional context to both the past years results and our business
outlook. We remain confident the underlying need for quality
multi-family housing will remain strong. Should circumstances
change or our view be less optimistic, we have the ability to
dramatically slow our pace of our new development efforts. For
example, to date, TCI’s existing portfolio has seen a significant
increase in value. For FYE 2018, same store aggregate appraised
value of TCI’s holdings was approximately $244.4 million. Whereas
for FYE 2019, same store aggregate appraised value of TCI’s
holdings was $298.7 million. This represents a $54.2 million or 22%
increase in overall asset value year over year.
Though the Company reported a net loss of $15.9 million or $1.00
per diluted share loss, this was driven by the overall strategic
direction we adopted for TCI several years ago, of both investing
and expanding the core multi-family portfolio. In particular, as
certain new multifamily development projects are completed, in
which the Company has made significant new investments, it is
expected that net income will be positively impacted in 2020 and
2021. Also, the Company retired higher interest rate debt with
lower cost capital, purchased a ground lease, and made sizeable
tenant capital improvements tied to the commercial portfolio.
The significant differences between FYE 2018 and 2019 are
specifically and directly related to the following components:
1. In November 2018 the Company created a new
subsidiary Victory Abode Apartments, LLC (“VAA”) and contributed 52
multi-family projects that it owned and operated to VAA. TCI
subsequently sold a 50% interest to a third party and recorded a
$154.1 million gain. This transaction transferred a significant
portion of Revenue to VAA and is attributed for the reduction in
revenue from $121.0 million in 2018 to $47.9 million in 2019. The
Gain on disposition of this transaction is currently being deployed
for the development of new multifamily properties according to
TCI’s overall strategy. TCI’s efforts in 2019 were to continue to
grow and develop new multifamily properties and the integration of
certain operating processes with regards to VAA.
In February of 2020, Standard & Poor’s
Global Ratings announced the increase of Southern Properties
Capital (a wholly owned subsidiary of TCI) issued rating to A- from
BBB+ for bonds (Series A and B). In addition, Series C bond rating
(secured by one of Southern Properties Capital’s commercial
properties) increased to A from A-. These credit rating increases
are due to S&P’s expectation of continued improvement in
coverage ratios tied to the expansion of The Company’s
portfolio.
In 2019, TCI deployed over $33.7 million
towards the development of over 2,600 units across more than 6
projects. There are also over a dozen projects in the pipeline that
include parcels of land already owned by the Company. This
recapitalization will strengthen TCI’s position in the marketplace
and overall financial health for the benefit of its shareholders.
There was also $25 million dedicated to Windmill Farms development;
the Company anticipates revenues exceeding that amount over the
next few years, plus recovery tied to the reimbursement of
development expenses by the issuance of revenue bond sales tied to
the Water District.
2. All new multifamily real estate projects
within TCI’s future pipeline are progressing in various stages of
development. This requires initial investment with little to no
cash flow from operations until additional assets become
stabilized.
The Company believes that both the development of new projects
and the historically low interest rate environment has positioned
the Company along the strategic lines that it previously indicated.
The Company has created a dynamic platform to continue its
expansion in the multifamily sector. The ongoing plan is to
continue to develop and acquire apartments in the geographic
markets where demand exceeds supply.
Revenues
Rental and other property revenues were $47.9 million for the
year ended December 31, 2019. This represents a decrease of $73.1
million, as compared to the prior year revenues of $121.0 million.
The decrease is primarily due to the contribution of fifty-two
properties to the joint venture VAA on November 19, 2018.
Expenses
Property operating expenses were $25.7 million for the year
ended December 31, 2019. This represents a decrease of $33.9
million, compared to the prior year operating expenses of $59.6
million. The decrease is primarily due to the contribution of
fifty-two properties to the joint venture VAA on November 19,
2018.
Depreciation and amortization expenses were $13.4 million for
the year ended December 31, 2019. This represents a decrease of
$9.3 million compared to prior year depreciation of $22.7 million.
The decrease is primarily due to the contribution of fifty-two
properties to the joint venture VAA on November 19, 2018.
General and administrative expenses were $13.3 million for the
year ended December 31, 2019. This represents a decrease of $0.6
million compared to the prior year expenses of $12.7 million. There
was a $0.5 million decrease reflected to Advisory fees. The overall
SG&A costs did not decrease associated with the JV, as the
principal partners contribute resources on a non-allocated
basis.
Other income (expense)
Interest income was $25.9 million for the year ended December
31, 2019 compared to $21.6 million for the year ended December 31,
2018 for an increase of $4.3 million. This increase was primarily
due to an increase of $3.8 million in interest on receivable owed
from the Advisor.
Mortgage and loan interest expense was $39.9 million for the
year ended December 31, 2019. This represents a decrease of $26.2
million compared to the prior year expense of $66.1 million. The
decrease is primarily due to the contribution of fifty-two
properties to the joint venture VAA on November 19, 2018.
There was no material gain or loss on sales of income producing
properties during the year ended December 31, 2019, as our focus
was not on the sale of any assets. Over the past several years we
have successfully disposed of underperforming assets. As such,
there are only a few remaining assets that we have a strong
intention of selling. There are also a few more strategic assets
that we are positioned for sale as market conditions dictate.
The company recorded a non-cash charge of $15.1 million tied to
currency rate exposure associated with TCI’s Bond Offering (SPC).
Historically, the exchange ratio reflects an imbalance which is not
expected to continue. To this point; the exchange rate has enhanced
since 12/31/19. It should be noted that we completed a currency
transaction on 3/18/20 that covered the July 2020 Bond payment. In
reality this transaction dropped the projected non-cash loss by
over $1.3 million.
Gain on land sales was $15.3 million and $17.4 million for the
years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.
Other income was $11.0 million and $28.9 million for the years
ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. TCI’s Other income
category is traditionally low and was abnormally high in 2018 due
to a $17.6 million gain recognized in September 2018 for deferred
income associated with the sale of assets, as well as income of
approximately $7.6 million from insurance proceeds on Mahogany Run
Golf Course.
About American Realty Investors, Inc.
American Realty Investors, Inc., a Dallas-based real estate
investment company, holds a diverse portfolio of equity real estate
located across the U.S., including apartments, office buildings,
shopping centers, and developed and undeveloped land. The Company
invests in real estate through direct ownership, leases and
partnerships and invests in mortgage loans on real estate. For more
information, visit the Company’s website at
www.americanrealtyinvest.com.
AMERICAN REALTY INVESTORS, INC. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS
OF OPERATIONS
For the Years Ended December
31,
2019
2018
2017
(dollars in thousands, except
per share amounts)
Revenues: Rental and other property revenues (including
$841, $144 and $839 for the year ended 2019, 2018 and 2017,
respectively, from related parties)
$
47,970
$
120,956
$
126,221
Expenses: Property operating expenses (including
$991, $254 and $959 for the year ended 2019, 2018 and 2017,
respectively, from related parties)
25,694
59,587
64,091
Depreciation and amortization
13,379
22,670
25,679
General and administrative (including $4,429, $1,267 and $3,225 for
the year ended 2019, 2018 and 2017, respectively, from related
parties)
13,336
12,708
7,691
Net income fee to related party
357
631
250
Advisory fee to related party
6,612
11,475
11,082
Total operating expenses
59,378
107,071
108,793
Net operating (loss) income
(11,408
)
13,885
17,428
Other income (expenses): Interest income (including
$23,760, $5,406 and $16,298 for the year ended 2019, 2018 and 2017,
respectively, from related parties)
25,955
21,645
18,941
Other income
11,018
28,993
4,082
Mortgage and loan interest (including $9,282, $2,240 and $6,695 for
the year ended 2019, 2018 and 2017, respectively, from related
parties)
(39,860
)
(66,063
)
(66,171
)
Loss on the sale of investments
-
-
(331
)
Foreign currency transaction gain (loss)
(15,108
)
12,399
(4,536
)
Loss on extinguishment of debt
(5,219
)
-
-
Equity (loss) earnings from VAA
(2,774
)
44
-
Earnings from unconsolidated subsidiaries and investees
461
1,469
309
Total other (expenses)
(25,527
)
(1,513
)
(47,706
)
(Loss) income before gain on land sales, non-controlling interest,
and taxes
(36,935
)
12,372
(30,278
)
Gain on disposition of 50% interest in VAA
-
154,126
-
Gain on sale of income-producing properties
(80
)
-
16,698
Gain on land sales
15,272
17,404
4,884
Net (loss) income from continuing operations before taxes
(21,743
)
183,902
(8,696
)
Income tax expense
-
(1,210
)
(180
)
Net (loss) income from continuing operations
(21,743
)
182,692
(8,876
)
Net (loss) income
(21,743
)
182,692
(8,876
)
Net loss (income) attributable to non-controlling interest
5,785
(8,993
)
445
Net (loss) income attributable to American Realty Investors, Inc.
(15,958
)
173,699
(8,431
)
Preferred dividend requirement
(1
)
(901
)
(1,105
)
Net (loss) income applicable to common shares
$
(15,959
)
$
172,798
$
(9,536
)
Earnings per share - basic Net (loss) income from continuing
operations
$
(1.36
)
$
11.37
$
(0.64
)
Net (loss) income applicable to common shares
$
(1.00
)
$
10.81
$
(0.61
)
Earnings per share - diluted Net (loss) income from
continuing operations
$
(1.36
)
$
10.89
$
(0.64
)
Net (loss) income applicable to common shares
$
(1.00
)
$
10.35
$
(0.61
)
Weighted average common shares used in computing earnings
per share
15,997,076
15,982,528
15,514,360
Weighted average common shares used in computing diluted earnings
per share
15,997,076
16,697,966
15,514,360
Amounts attributable to American Realty Investors,
Inc. Net (loss) income from continuing operations
$
(21,743
)
$
182,692
$
(8,876
)
Net (loss) income applicable to common shares
$
(15,959
)
$
172,798
$
(9,536
)
AMERICAN REALTY INVESTORS,
INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE
SHEETS
December 31,
2019
2018
(dollars in thousands, except
share and par value amounts)
Assets
Real estate, at cost
$
469,997
$
455,993
Real estate subject to sales contracts at cost
7,966
3,149
Less accumulated depreciation
(90,173
)
(78,099
)
Total real estate
387,790
381,043
Notes and interest receivable (including $105,524 in 2019
and $105,803 in 2018 from related parties)
169,299
140,327
Less allowance for estimated losses (including $13,099 and $14,269
in 2019 and 2018 from related parties)
(13,099
)
(14,269
)
Total notes and interest receivable
156,200
126,058
Cash and cash equivalents
51,228
36,428
Restricted cash
32,083
70,187
Investment in VAA
59,148
68,399
Investment in other unconsolidated investees
8,507
7,602
Receivable from related party
85,996
70,377
Other assets
49,689
66,055
Total assets
$
830,641
$
826,149
Liabilities and Shareholders’
Equity
Liabilities: Notes and interest payable
$
254,873
$
286,968
Bond and interest payable
229,722
158,574
Deferred revenue (including $24,762 in 2019 and $33,904 in 2018 to
related parties)
24,762
33,904
Accounts payable and other liabilities (including $11,817 in 2019
and $9,984 in 2018 to related parties)
24,768
25,576
Total liabilities
534,125
505,022
Shareholders’ equity: Preferred stock, Series A: $2.00 par
value, authorized 15,000,000 shares, issued 614 and outstanding
1,800,614 in 2019 and 2018 (liquidation preference $10 per share),
including 1,800,000 shares held by ARL and its subsidiaries in 2019
and 2018.
5
5
Common stock, $0.01 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized;
16,412,861 shares issued and 15,997,076 outstanding as of 2019 and
2018 , including 140,000 shares held by TCI (consolidated) in 2019
and 2018.
164
164
Treasury stock at cost; 415,785 shares in 2019 and 2018, and
140,000 shares held by TCI (consolidated) as of 2019 and 2018.
(6,395
)
(6,395
)
Paid-in capital
82,017
84,885
Retained earnings
163,708
179,666
Total American Realty Investors, Inc. shareholders' equity
239,499
258,325
Non-controlling interest
57,017
62,802
Total shareholders' equity
296,516
321,127
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
$
830,641
$
826,149
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Income Opportunity Realty Investors, Inc. Investor
Relations Daniel Moos (469) 522-4200
investor.relations@americanrealtyinvest.com
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