
$21,600,000

Spirit Bascom Ventures
Spirit Bascom Ventures is a co-sponsorship joint venture between The Bascom Group and Spirit Investment Partners that invests in opportunistic and value-add multifamily throughout the eastern half of the United States.
Spirit Investment Partners (www.spiritinvestors.com) is a Connecticut-based real estate investment and development company, owned and operated by principals David Nachman, Scott Zwilling, and Ian Hafner. The company owns and operates a portfolio of multifamily assets ranging from New England to Florida, the Midwest and California. Spirit has closed over $350 million in transactions since inception, with over $40 million in renovations currently in process.
The Bascom Group (www.bascomgroup.com) is one of the most active and seasoned buyers and operators of apartment communities in the United States. Formed in 1996 by Jerome Fink, Derek Chen, and David Kim, The Bascom Group is a private equity firm that specializes in multifamily, commercial, non-performing loans, and real estate related investments and operating companies. The company has owned over 196 multifamily properties and 52,000 units (as of November 2015). In 2016, Bascom was awarded the prestigious Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year award.
Spirit Investment Partners Track Record
Asset Name | Location | Purchase Date | Year Built | # of Units | Purchase Price | Total Capitalization | Price/Unit | CapEx Budget |
Arlington Village | Fairborn, OH | 11-Aug | 1965 | 164 | $6,000,000 | $6,800,000 | $36,585 | $462,000 |
Sheffield SONO | South Norwalk, CT | 12-Dec | 2007 | 138 | $43,250,000 | $50,136,333 | $313,406 | $4,290,908 |
Arlington Flats | Fairborn, OH | 13-May | 1967 | 150 | $1,100,000 | $4,375,000 | $7,333 | $2,347,377 |
The Henry | Pomona, NY | 13-Dec | 2001 | 168 | $33,050,000 | $38,931,033 | $196,726 | $3,300,000 |
946-954 Flushing Avenue | Brooklyn, NY | 14-Jun | 1931 | n/a | $6,000,000 | $7,000,000 | ||
The Westcott | Tallahassee, FL | 14-Jul | 20,002,005 | 444 | $36,979,000 | $44,400,912 | $83,286 | $5,094,600 |
The Adair | Sandy Springs, GA | 14-Oct | 2001 | 232 | $30,000,000 | $34,435,333 | $129,310 | $3,233,000 |
285 W 12th Street | New York, NY | 15-Jun | 1841 | 11 | $9,350,000 | $11,100,905 | $850,000 | $634,600 |
Sheridan Edgewater | Chicago, NY | 15-Nov | 1920 | 223 | $21,600,000 | $38,978,613 | $96,861 | $14,015,000 |
Bellevue West | Nashville, TN | 16-Feb | 1986 | 560 | $63,250,000 | $71,695,085 | $112,946 | $5,118,896 |
Highlands at the Lake | Nashville, TN | 16-Feb | 1986 | 278 | $30,250,000 | $33,452,371 | $108,813 | $1,812,776 |
Total/Average | 2,368 | $280,829,000 | $341,305,585 | $118,593 | $40,309,157 | |||
Asset Name | Location | Purchase Date | Year Built | # of Units | Purchase Price | Total Capitalization | Sale Date | Sale Price |
2146-48 Second Avenue | New York, NY | Aug-06 | 1900 | 35 | $5,900,000 | $6,219,500 | May-12 | $8,756,000 |
Winchester Square | Murrieta, CA | Oct-12 | 1987 | 7 (retail) | $1,400,000 | $1,637,129 | Dec-13 | $2,416,366 |
1818 Clay Avenue | Bronx, NY | May-10 | 1937 | 25 | $1,550,000 | $1,850,000 | Jun-14 | $2,400,000 |
Total/Average | 1987 | 30 | $8,850,000 | $9,706,629 | $13,572,366 | |||
Portfolio Total | 2,398 | 289,679,000 | 351,012,214 |
The Bascom Group Track Record
Sale Yr. | # of Units | Avg. Yrs. Held | Total Cost Basis |
1999 | 58 | 3.60 | $456,189 |
2000 | 504 | 3.15 | $10,091,732 |
2001 | 1,049 | 3.05 | $15,654,528 |
2002 | 840 | 3.80 | $14,649,840 |
2003 | 2,508 | 2.77 | $48,261,908 |
2004 | 1,503 | 3.16 | $28,416,433 |
2005 | 1,097 | 2.84 | $36,340,001 |
2006 | 1,087 | 3.35 | $30,774,104 |
2007 | 7,292 | 2.48 | $121,284,998 |
2008 | 1,299 | 3.54 | $29,611,326 |
2009 | 3,734 | 3.33 | $39,477,443 |
2010 | 4,242 | 4.85 | $74,516,529 |
2011 | 5,550 | 4.65 | $105,514,167 |
2012 | 7,482 | 6.07 | $151,110,359 |
2013 | 4,902 | 6.43 | $107,294,343 |
2014 | 4,517 | 7.53 | $80,420,118 |
2015 | 4,585 | 7.15 | $69,256,592 |
Total/Avg. | 52,249 | 4.22 | $963,130,610 |
*Sponsor information and track record were provided by the Sponsor and have not been independently verified by RealtyMogul.com
In this transaction, RealtyMogul.com investors will invest in Realty Mogul 56, LLC. Realty Mogul 56, LLC will subsequently invest in North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC (the "Company"), the entity that holds title to the Property. The Property was purchased in November 2015 for a price of $21.6 million ($96,861 per unit), negotiated from an original asking price of $25.0 million ($122,108 per unit). The Sponsor is syndicating $1.3 million of their initial investment through RealtyMogul.com, leaving them with approximately $1.0 million (about 16% of total equity) in the deal.
The Sponsor is planning a $14.0 million ($62,845 per unit) rehabilitation project that they believe should bring the Property in line with other renovated properties in the market that are currently achieving higher rents. The objective is to convert the Property to a Class A building by creating a wholly new and modern living environment while retaining the building’s historic design. Common area upgrades will include a remodeled lobby, leasing office, fitness center, resident lounge, new signage, and potentially a rooftop common area borrowing design and space planning inspiration from some of the hippest boutique hotels in Chicago and New York. To facilitate the transformation, the Sponsor has commissioned Julie Purpura, a Chicago-based designer who has developed an extensive background in numerous high-profile and award winning hospitality projects. Julie acted as Lead Designer in the historic renovation of the Fairmont Hotel in Vancouver, B.C., and was a designer of Brush Creek Ranch, ranked #1 Resort in the U.S. and #2 Hotel & Resort in the World by Conde Nast in 2015. Julie has held senior positions at Studio K and EDG Interior Architecture + Design in Chicago and was a 2014 "Boutique 18" award-winner, Boutique Design's yearly roster of on-the-rise designers of hospitality interiors. A sample of Julie’s work can be seen on her website at www.juliepurpura.com.
As part of the renovations, all deferred maintenance will be cured, including façade repair, windows, elevators, electrical, life safety and plumbing. A portion of the ground floor will be converted into indoor garage space to allow for up to 20 parking spaces which are projected to be leased for approximately $200/month, in line with prices being charged by other properties in the market. On-site parking is a luxury in the submarket. Of the two closest comps, only Somerset Apartments offers parking with a total of 18 spaces currently leasing at $200/month. The remaining 8,850 square feet of retail space will be leased to a service oriented retailer that will cater well to the new resident profile.
In addition to the exterior and common area improvements, the Sponsor has budgeted $19,800 per unit for interior unit renovations to update the units to a contemporary urban aesthetic that will include new stone countertops, stainless-steel appliances, original refinished hardwood flooring, modern lighting and fixtures, two-tone paint, modern cabinetry, and new bathroom vanity upgrades. Unit renovations will occur as the units vacate and are expected to be completed within 30 months (seven units per month). The Sponsor has budgeted a $1.2 million interest reserve to pay debt service on the senior loan during the renovation period. After the renovations are complete, the Sponsor plans to raise rents by 45-82% (depending on the unit type) to match rents of comparable properties in the market.
Unit Mix | |||||||||||
Unit Type | # of Units | % of Total | Average Size | Avg. Effective Rent | Rent / SF | Proforma Rent | Proforma Rent/ SF | % Lift | |||
Studio | 42 | 19% | 300 | $657 | $2.19 | $950.00 | $3.17 | 45% | |||
Studio | 67 | 30% | 456 | $750 | $1.64 | $1,110.00 | $2.41 | 48% | |||
1 BD / 1 BA | 109 | 49% | 675 | $892 | $1.32 | $1,625.00 | $2.41 | 82% | |||
2 BD / 1 BA | 4 | 2% | 900 | $1,040 | $1.16 | $1,850.00 | $2.06 | 78% | |||
2 BD / 2 BA | 1 | 0% | 1,350 | $1,180 | $0.87 | $1,995.00 | $1.48 | 69% | |||
Total / Avg | 223 | 100% | 546 | $809 | $1.58 | $1,348.83 | $2.54 | 65% |
Two rent comparable properties within three blocks of the subject Property have recently completed similar business plans. Uptown Regency, which was renovated in 2011 with an estimated budget of $8,000 - 10,000 per unit for interior finishes (compared to $19,800 per unit at the subject Property) is 97% occupied and is achieving rents that are 67% higher than rents that were in place at the time of acquisition. Somerset Place, which began post-renovation leasing in October 2014, is currently 98% leased at rents that are over 75% higher than current rents at the subject Property. The third comparable, The Belmont by Reside, is located 2.9 miles to the south and is a simlar removated mid-rise brick construction. The property has similar finishes and amenities as proposed for the subject including ground floor parking but commands a locational rent premium being closer to Lincoln Park and downtown Chicago.
RealtyMogul.com, along with Spirit Bascom Ventures, LLC (the "Sponsor"), a joint venture between The Bascom Group and Spirit Investment Partners, is providing the opportunity to invest in the ownership and repositioning of a 223-unit Class B multi-family property in Chicago, IL (the "Property").
The primary objective of this investment is to implement an extensive renovation program, reposition, stabilize, and sell the property as quickly as construction and the market permits, estimated to be in approximately three to five years.
The Edgewater neighborhood and surrounding areas, such as Andersonville and Uptown, are in a period of transition attracting a young and active millennial demographic who seek the area's numerous walkable amenities. According to the Sponsor, the Property has been mismanaged by a non-institutional ownership group that was unwilling to invest the capital necessary to remain competitive within the changing market. Due to its condition, the Property has lagged the performance of institutional quality assets as the submarket is demanding more high-end, Class A rental housing. The Sponsor is planning a $14 million ($62,845/unit) renovation to improve the property to Class A finishes and amenities to compete with comparable assets within the market.
Sheridan-Edgewater Apartments is a 223-unit mid-rise apartment building with approximately 25,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space. Currently 97% occupied, the nine foot ceiling apartments are a mix of studio (49%), one-bedroom (49%), and two-bedroom (2%) units. Approximately 40% of the units have unobstructed and protected views of Lake Michigan. The first floor commercial space has been strategically vacated by the previous owners so that new ownership can re-purpose the space for new specialty commercial tenancy, parking, or additional amenities.
Originally built as an Art Deco luxury hotel in the 1920s, the eight-story building features classic design elements such as detailed exterior limestone ornamentation, terracotta tiled flooring, arched and Moorish style doorways with Solomonic columns, thick crown moldings and coffered ceilings. Although the units and current amenities are dated, some capital improvements have been performed at the property over the last six years including roof replacement, eighth floor window replacement, tuck-pointing and partial reconstruction of the façade.
Current community amenities include a common area laundry room, a fitness center, and a doorman. Unit finishes are typical of a Class B/B- property including linoleum countertops, oak cabinetry, and lower cost appliances and hardware. More marketable features of the current units are nine foot ceilings, real hardwood floors, and good natural light through large windows.
Rent Comparables | ||||||||||
Studio | 1 x 1 | 2 x 1 | 2 x 2 | |||||||
Property | Dist. From Subj. | Built | Rents | PSF | Rents | PSF | Rents | PSF | Rents | PSF |
Renovated | ||||||||||
Somerset Place | 0.22 | 1920 | $1,350 | $2.74 | $2,100 | $2.51 | - | - | $2,170 | $2.20 |
Uptown Regency | 0.14 | 1924 | - | - | $1,275 | $2.04 | $1,573 | $2.17 | - | - |
Pensacola Place | 1.08 | 1982 | $1,288 | $2.30 | $1,560 | $1.86 | $1,870 | $1.82 | - | - |
The Belmont by Reside | 2.90 | 1967 | $1,489 | $3.88 | $1,809 | $2.47 | $2,230 | $2.09 | $2,810 | $2.27 |
Average | 1958 | $1,355 | $2.81 | $1,650 | $2.24 | $1,916 | $1.90 | $2,635 | $2.25 | |
Subject - Post Reno | 1920 | $1,042 | $2.70 | $1,625 | $2.41 | $1,850 | $2.06 | $1,995 | $1.48 | |
Variance | -23% | -4% | -2% | 7% | -3% | 8% | -24% | -34% | ||
Unrenovated | ||||||||||
The Wyndham | 0.10 | 1927 | $987 | $2.02 | $1,087 | $1.58 | - | - | - | - |
Sheridan Towers | 0.60 | 1962 | $998 | $1.65 | $1,295 | $1.62 | - | - | $1,575 | $1.58 |
The Sovereign | 1.30 | 1920 | $755 | $1.51 | $1,050 | $1.53 | $1,205 | $1.26 | - | - |
Average | 1936 | $906 | $1.69 | $1,094 | $1.56 | $1,205 | $1.26 | $1,575 | $1.58 | |
Subject - Un-reno | 1920 | $714 | $1.85 | $892 | $1.32 | $1,040 | $1.16 | $1,180 | $0.87 | |
Variance | -21% | 10% | -18% | -15% | -14% | -8% | -25% | -45% |
Sales Comparables | ||||||||
Property | Dist. From Subj. | Built | Renovated | Stories | Units | Sale Date | Sale Price | Price / Unit |
Elaine Place | 2.31 | 1924 | 2012 | 3 | 174 | Jun-15 | $50,500,000 | $290,230 |
Pensacola Place | 1.08 | 1981 | 2008 | 18 | 264 | Apr-15 | $65,750,000 | $249,053 |
5731-5733 N Winthrop | 0.68 | 1887 | 1906 | 4 | 35 | Apr-15 | $10,500,000 | $300,000 |
4641 N Paulina | 1.05 | 1930 | - | 3 | 48 | Feb-15 | $5,800,000 | $120,833 |
Atrium Village | 5.17 | 1978 | - | 9 | 309 | Jun-14 | $50,000,000 | $161,812 |
Andersonville Apts | 0.61 | 1916 | - | 3 | 30 | Mar-14 | $5,225,000 | $174,167 |
Park Lincoln | 3.48 | 1969 | 2000 | 15 | 139 | Jan-14 | $15,500,100 | $111,512 |
4739 N Hermitage Ave | 1.05 | 1932 | 2013 | 4 | 38 | Jan-14 | $5,375,000 | $141,447 |
Total / Average | 1940 | 130 | $26,081,263 | $201,205 | ||||
Subject | 1920 | 8 | 223 | Nov-15 | $21,600,000 | $96,861 | ||
Subject Total Cost Basis | $39,030,613 | $175,025 |
The Property is located one block from Lake Shore Drive and Foster Beach on Lake Michigan, three blocks from the Berwyn “L” station on the Red Line, and across the street from a CTA bus stop and a new Mariano’s Fresh Market, a high-end specialty grocery store. Transit time to Chicago’s CBD is approximately 30 minutes by train and 15 minutes by car. The property is within walking distance to two major entertaining corridors – Argyle Street and Clark Street. Argyle Street, located in the Uptown neighborhood, is a regional destination for Asian food and shopping. Clark Street, a bustling restaurant and bar district, is filled with popular shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs.
Multiple universities are within a short commute of the Property. Loyola University Chicago, 1.5 miles north of the Property, is the largest Jesuit University in the US, with a total current enrollment of 15,902 and over 150,000 alumni. Northeastern Illinois University, a public college with 10,000 students, is 3.5 miles to the west. DePaul University, 3.8 miles away in Lincoln Park, has 24,000 students, and Northwestern University, a 30-minute ride via the "L", has 19,000 students among its Evanston and Downtown Chicago campuses.
Nearby major employers, aside from the universities, include Chicago Lakeshore Hospital, Weiss Memorial Hospital, and Downtown Chicago’s eight Fortune 500 companies.
Demographic Information
A driver of the Sponsor's decision to acquire the property was the growth of the city's millennial demographic. According to a Redfin survey, Chicago was ranked third in the U.S. for cities with the highest percentage of millennials, containing seven of the country’s 14 most densely millennial-populated zip codes. In 2014, Forbes named Chicago as the fourth best city in the U.S. for millennials, behind New York City, Austin, and Washington, D.C.
Demographics | 1 Mile | 3 Miles | 5 Miles | |
Population (2015) | 70,213 | 400,672 | 803,519 | |
Growth (2010-2015) | 0.29% | 0.30% | 0.36% | |
Growth (2015-2020) | 0.34% | 0.33% | 0.36% | |
Median Age (2015) | 38.7 | 34.3 | 34.1 | |
Median HH Income (2015) | $38,665 | $52,624 | $55,224 |
Demographic information above was obtained from Esri Business Analyst
Market Overview
Chicago is the third largest city in the U.S. by population with approximately 2,722,400 residents per the U.S. Census Bureau. In 2015, the "Inc. 5000" list ranked Chicago second in the U.S. for fastest-growing small business. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, total nonfarm employment in the greater Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI Metropolitan Statistical Area stood at 4,613,800 in November 2015, up 47,000 or 1.0 percent over the year. World Business Chicago, a non-profit economic development organization focused on increasing jobs in Chicago, stated that the city of Chicago added 18,997 jobs in the year ending July 2015, with over 51% of these in the professional and business services sectors, with the transportation, education and health sectors significantly represented.
Submarket Overview
An Axiometrics Market Performance Summary report published in the Fourth Quarter of 2015 shows the Property’s Rogers Park/Uptown submarket to have the highest occupancy rate in the entire Chicago MSA along with the highest projected occupancy for the next four years. The report forecasts a 97.4% occupancy rate for the submarket for 2016-2019, compared to an average of 95.6% for all Chicago MSA submarkets over the same period. Axiometrics also forecasts average five year rent growth for the Rogers Park/Uptown submarket at 4.3%.
Axiometrics Submarket Rent Growth and Vacancy Rate | |||||||||||
2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
Rent Growth | -0.83% | 1.67% | 0.82% | 4.01% | 1.79% | 4.26% | 4.11% | 4.67% | 3.79% | 4.07% | 4.75% |
2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
Vacancy Rate | 2.71% | 1.98% | 2.15% | 2.04% | 1.74% | 2.15% | 2.23% | 2.59% | 2.94% | 2.74% | 2.61% |
According to a CBRE survey, Chicago was reported as having the lowest cap rates in the Midwestern Region for infill and urban multifamily properties, with cap rates for Class A properties sitting between 4.0 - 4.5% and cap rates for Class B properties between 5.25 - 5.50%.
CBRE Cap Rate Survey, Second Half 2014 | ||||
Class A | Class B | |||
City | Stabilized Cap Rates (%) | Return on Cost for Value-Add (%) | Stabilized Cap Rates (%) | Return on Cost for Value-Add (%) |
Chicago | 4.00 - 4.50 | 4.50 - 4.75 | 4.75 - 5.25 | 5.25 -5.50 |
Cincinnati | 5.50 - 6.00 | 6.00 - 7.00 | 6.00 - 6.50 | 7.00 -8.00 |
Cleveland | 6.50 - 7.50 | N/A | 7.00 -8.00 | N/A |
Columbus | 5.50 - 6.25 | 6.00 - 6.50 | 6.25 -7.25 | 7.00 -7.50 |
Detroit | 7.25 - 8.00 | 7.75 - 8.50 | 7.50 - 8.25 | 8.25 - 9.25 |
Indianapolis | 5.00 - 5.50 | 6.00 - 7.50 | 5.50 - 6.00 | 6.50 - 8.00 |
Kansas City | 5.25 - 5.75 | 5.75 - 6.25 | 5.75 - 6.25 | 6.50 - 7.00 |
Minneapolis | 4.50 - 4.75 | 4.75 - 5.25 | 5.00 - 5.50 | 5.50 - 6.00 |
St. Louis | 5.50 - 6.25 | N/A | 6.50 - 7.25 | N/A |

Total Capitalization | ||
Senior Loan | $32,700,000 | |
Equity | 6,330,613 | |
Total Sources of Funds | $39,030,613 | |
Purchase Price | $21,600,000 | |
CapEx | 14,014,435 | |
Closing Costs | 692,784 | |
Working Capital | 613,000 | |
Interest Reserve | 1,182,000 | |
Acquisition Fee | 356,144 | |
Loan Broker Fees | 245,250 | |
Senior Loan Fees | 327,000 | |
Total Uses of Funds | $39,030,613 |
- Lender: MidCap Financial
- Principal Balance: $32,700,000
- Term: 48 Months, with a 12 month extension option
- Rate: Floating, 525 basis points over 30-day LIBOR. Borrower has purchased 2.25% interest rate cap for the 4 yr term
- Amortization: Interest only for term of loan. Extension option is amortized over 30 years
- Prepayment Penalty: The loan can be paid off any time subject to the Lender earning 24 months of interest
- Recourse: Non-recourse except a completion guaranty provided by the Managing Member of the Borrower.
North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC will make distributions to Realty Mogul 56, LLC per the priority order below. Realty Mogul 56, LLC will distribute 100% of its share of excess cash flow (after expenses) to the members of Realty Mogul 56, LLC (the RealtyMogul.com investors). The manager of Realty Mogul 56, LLC will receive a portion (up to 10%) of the Sponsor's promoted interest.
Order of Distributions to Realty Mogul 56, LLC (Operating Cash Flow)
- First, to the Members to pay a 10% cumulative non-compounded annual return;
- Second, 70% to the Members pro-rata and 30% to the Managing Member until cumulative distributions to each Member equal a 15% cumulative non-compounded annual return; and
- Thereafter, 60% to the Members pro rata and 40% to the Managing Member.
Order of Distributions to Realty Mogul 56, LLC (Refinance, and Sales Proceeds)
- First, to the Members to pay a 10% cumulative non-compounded annual return;
- Second, to the Members pro rata until all capital contributions have been returned
- Third, 70% to the Members pro-rata and 30% to the Managing Member until cumulative distributions to each Member equal a 15% cumulative non-compounded annual return; and
- Thereafter, 60% to the Members pro rata and 40% to the Managing Member.
Distributions are projected to start in March of 2018 and are projected to continue on a quarterly basis thereafter. These distributions are at the discretion of the Sponsor, who may decide to delay distributions for any reason, including maintenance or capital reserves.
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
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Effective Gross Revenue | $1,678,666 | $2,772,593 | $3,782,015 |
Total Operating Expenses | ($1,245,376) | ($1,297,811) | ($1,552,329) |
Interest Reserve Release | $741,835 | $180,091 | $0 |
Net Operating Income (including Interest Reserve) | $1,175,125 | $1,654,873 | $2,229,686 |
Distributions to Realty Mogul 56, LLC Investors | $0 | $0 | $2,333,432 |
Certain fees and compensation will be paid over the life of the transaction. The following fees and compensation will be paid:
Type of Fee | Amount of Fee | Received By | Paid From | Notes |
One-Time Fees: | ||||
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Acquisition Fee | 1.0% | Sponsor | Capitalized Equity Contribution (Already Paid) | 1.0% purchase price plus hard costs |
Broker-Dealer Fee | 4.0% | North Capital(1) | Capitalized Equity Contribution | 4.0% based on the amount of equity invested by Realty Mogul 56, LLC |
Construction Management Fee | 5.0% | Sponsor |
Capitalized Equity Contribution |
5.0% of total hard costs |
Recurring Fees: | ||||
Property Management Fee | 2.75% | Third Party Property Manager | Operating Cash Flow | 2.75% of Effective Gross Income |
Asset Management Fee | 0.5% | Sponsor | Operating Cash Flow | 0.5% of Effective Gross Income |
Management and Administrative Fee | 2.0% |
RM Manager, LLC | Distributable Cash |
2.0% of amount invested in Realty Mogul 56, LLC. RM Manager, LLC is the Manager of Realty Mogul 56, LLC and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Realty Mogul, Co.(2) |
Notes:
(1) Certain employees of Realty Mogul, Co. are registered representatives of, and are paid commissions by, North Capital Private Securities Corp., a Delaware corporation ("North Capital"). In addition, North Capital pays a technology provider services fee to Realty Mogul, Co. for licensing and access to certain technology, reporting, communications, branding, entity formation and administrative services performed from time to time by Realty Mogul, Co., and North Capital and Realty Mogul, Co. are parties to a profit sharing arrangement.
(2) Fees may be deferred to reduce impact to investor distributions
The above presentation is based upon information supplied by the Sponsor or others. Realty Mogul, Co., RM Manager, LLC, and Realty Mogul 56, LLC, along with their respective affiliates, officers, directors or representatives (the "RM Parties") hereby advise you that none of them has independently confirmed or verified any of the information contained herein. The RM Parties further make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any such information and undertake no obligation now or in the future to update or correct this presentation or any information contained herein.
Forward-Looking Statements
Investors should not rely on any forward-looking statements made regarding this opportunity, because such statements are inherently uncertain and involve risks. We use words such as “anticipated”, “projected”, “forecasted”, “estimated”, “prospective”, “believes”, “expects”, ”plans”, “future”, “intends”, “should”, “can”, “could”, “might”, “potential”, “continue”, “may”, “will” and similar expressions to identify these forward-looking statements.
Illiquid Investment - Transfer Restrictions & No Public Market
The transferability of membership interests in Realty Mogul 56, LLC are restricted both by the operating agreement for that entity and by U.S. federal and state securities laws. In general, investors will not be able to sell or transfer their interests. There is also no public market for the investment interests and none is expected to be available in the future. Persons should not invest if they require any of their investment to be liquid. This is particularly important for persons of retirement age, who should plan carefully to assure that their assets last throughout retirement.
Uncertainty Surrounding Future Sales Price
There is risk associated with the Sponsor being unable to sell the Property as projected.
Interest-Only Loan
The loan being used to acquire the Property is expected to have an interest-only period during the first four years of the term, which means that there will be no reduction in the principal balance during that interest-only period.
Interest Rate Risk
The Federal Reserve has methodically reduced the amount of stimulus it was earlier injecting into the U.S. economy, and has signaled that increases in the federal funds rate may be forthcoming. This could potentially lead to rising interest rates offered by other lenders and could have a negative effect on the future value of the Property (since higher loan interest rates might mean that potential buyers would face proportionately higher debt service expenses).
Co-Terminus Debt Risk
The loan on the Property has a term of four (4) years plus a one (1) year extension, potentially creating a refinancing risk should market conditions deteriorate over the next five years.
Local Market Conditions May Impact Rental Rates
Local conditions may significantly affect occupancy, rental rates, and the operating performance of a property. Such risks include (but are not limited to): (i) plant closings, industry slowdowns and other facts that affect the local economy; (ii) an oversupply of, or a reduced demand for, similar properties; (iii) a decline in household formation or employment or lack of employment growth, (iv) laws that could inhibit the ability to raise rents or to sell a property; and (v) other economic conditions that might cause an increase in operating expenses, such as increases in property taxes, utilities, compensation of on-site personnel and routine maintenance.
Management Risk
Investors will be relying solely on the Sponsor for the execution of its business plan. The Sponsor may in turn rely on other key personnel with relevant experience and knowledge, including contractors and consultants. Members of North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC (including Realty Mogul 56, LLC) will agree to indemnify the manager in certain circumstances, which may result in a financial burden if any litigation results from the execution of the business plan. While the Sponsor has significant operating experience, North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC is a newly formed company and has no operating history or record of performance. Realty Mogul 56, LLC is pursuing a venture capital strategy through its investment in North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC, and the manager of Realty Mogul 56, LLC is expected to be treated as an investment adviser exempt from federal or state registration under this strategy.
Manager of Realty Mogul 56, LLC Will Participate in Sponsors' Promote Interest
The manager of Realty Mogul 56, LLC will be entitled to a participation in the value of any excess distributable cash flow and any appreciation of the Property realized upon its sale. This could lead to a potential conflict of interest between the manager and Realty Mogul 56, LLC. Investors must recognize and agree to waive and bear the risk of this conflict of interest.
Uncertain Distributions
The Sponsor cannot offer any assurances that there will be sufficient cash available to make distributions to its members (including Realty Mogul 56, LLC) from either net cash from operations or proceeds from the sale or refinancing of the asset. Sponsor, in its discretion, may retain any portion of such funds for tenant improvements, tenant refurbishments and other lease-up costs or for working capital reserves. Sponsor has chosen to make distributions quarterly.
Risk of Interest Charges for Sponsor Capital Calls
The amount of capital that may be required by North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC from Realty Mogul 56, LLC is unknown, and although North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC does not require that its members contribute additional capital to it, it may from time to time request additional funds in the form of loans or additional capital. Realty Mogul 56, LLC does not intend to participate in a capital call if one is requested by North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC, and in such event the manager of North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC may accept additional contributions from other members of North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC. Amounts that the manager of North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC advances on behalf of Realty Mogul 56, LLC will be deemed to be a manager loan at an expected interest rate of 8%. Amounts that are contributed by existing or new members will be deemed to be additional capital contributions, in which case Realty Mogul 56, LLC's interest in North Sheridan Property Investor, LLC will suffer a proportionate amount of dilution.
Uncertain Exit Timing
Although it is anticipated that the Property will be sold at the end of the expected three (3) year to five (5) year hold period, Realty Mogul 56, LLC will not have full control over the timing of the sale of the Property, and therefore we cannot offer assurances of when the exit will occur.
General Economic and Market Risks
While the Sponsor has conducted significant research to justify the intended rental rates and sales price relative to comparable properties in the market, its best efforts to forecast economic conditions cannot state for certain whether or not rental rates will be achieved or investor sentiment and the capital markets will be favorable to the Property at the intended disposition date. The real estate market is affected by many factors, such as general economic conditions, the availability of financing, interest rates and other factors, including supply and demand for real estate investments, all of which are beyond the control of the Sponsor.
Apartment Complex Competition Risks
Competition in the Property’s local market area is significant and may affect the Property’s occupancy levels, rental rates and operating expenses. The Property will compete with other residential alternatives to attract tenants, including other apartment units that are available for rent, as well as new and existing apartment residences. If development of apartment complexes by other operators were to increase, due to increases in availability of funds for investment or other reasons, then competition with the Property could intensify. Competitive apartment residences in a particular area could adversely affect the ability of Sponsor Entity to sell the property, rent its units as necessary to maintain occupancy, and/or to increase or maintain unit rental rates.
Renovation Risk
The sponsor intends to renovate the Property in order to be able to demand the significantly higher rents it is projecting to receive at the Property following such renovations. Such renovations are expected to cost approximately $62,845 per unit and are projected to take around 30 months to complete. There can be no assurance that such renovations will be consummated on a timely basis or that such work will not materially adversely affect other aspects of the operation of the Property. Any delays or adverse effects of such renovation work could adversely affect the Property’s financial results or business operations and thus the value of the Company’s investment.
Following the renovations, the sponsor expects to be able to rent the apartment units at average rates that would represent an increase over the existing rental rates. Although the sponsor believes that comparable properties are currently achieving rental rates that are greater than the future rental rates expected from the Property, there can be no assurance that such increased rental rates will be achieved. Failure to realize such increased rental rates could adversely affect the Property’s financial results or business operations and thus the value of the Company’s investment.
Lease-up Risks
The Property currently has a 97% occupancy level, and the sponsor intends to implement a capital improvement plan involving the renovations of certain units and a leasing program in its effort to maintain that occupancy level. There can be no assurance that such renovations will be consummated on a timely basis, that such work will not materially adversely affect other aspects of the operation of the Property, or that the planned lease-up program will result in the Property maintaining its occupancy level at rental rates in line with those projected. Any delays or adverse effects of such renovation work or lease-up efforts could adversely affect the Property’s financial results or business operations and thus the value of the Company’s investment.
Although the sponsor believes that comparable properties are currently achieving rental rates that are in line with those expected from the Property, there can be no assurance that such increased occupancy levels or rental rates will be achieved. Failure to realize such increased rental rates could adversely affect the Property’s financial results or business operations and thus the value of the Company’s investment.
Equity Invested
The manager of the Sponsor Entity (“Sponsor Manager”) is expected to invest certain equity in the Sponsor Entity. However, the principals of the Sponsor Manager may have raised some of this equity from third parties and the principals of the Sponsor Manager may be permitted to sell a portion of their equity interest at a later time. Thus, either at closing or at a later time, the principals of the Sponsor Manager may not have a significant portion of their own personal funds invested in this transaction.
No Operating Agreement Changes
Although the Company may prefer to have certain provisions inserted in the existing operating agreement of the Sponsor Entity, the operating agreement for the Sponsor Entity is likely to remain unchanged (except to reflect a change in ownership). All potential investors should review the operating agreement of the Sponsor Entity to determine if it is acceptable to them.
The Company is Subscribing for an Interest in a Pre-Existing Entity
The Company’s investment the Company will effectively recapitalize that entity, which has been in existence (and held title to the property) for a short period. The Company expects to receive assurances from the Sponsor as to any prior acts or omissions concerning the Property, but there can be no certainty that any such assurances will sufficiently reduce the risk of any pre-existing liabilities connected with the Property.
Sponsor’s Agreements with Affiliates
The Company’s operating agreement does not prohibit, nor require member consent for, agreements between the Sponsor and its affiliates. This could result in such agreements having non-market terms, which may negatively impact the investment’s performance and the returns to investors.
Sponsor’s Prior Transactions
One of the principal investors in the managing member has sponsored one or more prior transactions that have been foreclosed upon and/or involved loss of principal to investors. Investors should consider the track record of Sponsor and its investors prior to making an investment decision. Past results may not be indicative of future performance.
The above is not intended to be a full discussion of all the risks of this investment. Please see the Risk Factors in the Issuer Document Package for a discussion of additional risks.
The above presentation is based upon information supplied by the Sponsor and others. Realty Mogul, Co., RM Manager, LLC, and Realty Mogul 56, LLC, along with their respective affiliates, officers, directors or representatives (the "RM Parties") hereby advise you that none of them has independently confirmed or verified any of the information contained herein. The RM Parties further make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any such information and undertake no obligation now or in the future to update or correct this presentation or any information contained herein.