Significant Reduction in Recourse Credit Facility
The balance on the recourse corporate level credit facility was reduced from $169 million to $15 million due to successful closing of three mortgages.
Core FFO Improvement
Core FFO improved by approximately $4.5 million from the prior quarter primarily due to higher NOI, lower interest expense, and lower preferred dividends.
Sheraton Grand Hotel Mortgage
A $92.2 million mortgage was closed on the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Sacramento, with proceeds used to pay down the credit facility and fund room renovations.
Wilshire Portfolio Mortgage
A $105 million mortgage was closed on the Wilshire portfolio in Los Angeles, with proceeds used to reduce the credit facility and reserve for lease-up costs.
Progress in Multifamily Lease-Up
The residential portion of 4750 Wilshire is now 40% leased, up from 10% on the last call, showing progress in leasing strategy.