BRANFORD, Conn., July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sachem Capital Corp. (NYSE American: SACH) (the “Company”) announced today that the Company will release its second quarter 2025 financial results before market open on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. A webcast and conference call to discuss the results will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Webcast:A webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investors section of the Company’s website www.sachemcapitalcorp.com. To listen ...

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Core Viewpoint - Sachem Capital Corp. has successfully completed a private placement of $100 million in Senior Secured Notes, enhancing its financial flexibility and enabling the repayment of existing obligations and the origination of new loans [1][3]. Financing Details - The private placement consists of five-year Senior Secured Notes due June 11, 2030, with an interest rate of 9.875% per annum, payable quarterly [1]. - An initial draw of $50 million was made at closing, with the remaining $50 million to be drawn by May 15, 2026 [1]. - The Notes are fully guaranteed by the Company and its subsidiary, and have received an investment grade rating of A from Egan-Jones Ratings Company [1]. Use of Proceeds - The proceeds from the Notes will be utilized for repaying existing facility balances, originating new investments, and redeeming 7.75% unsecured notes maturing in September 2025 [2]. Company Overview - Sachem Capital Corp. is a mortgage REIT that specializes in originating, underwriting, funding, servicing, and managing a portfolio of loans secured by first mortgages on real property [7]. - The Company provides short-term secured, nonbanking loans to real estate investors for property acquisition, renovation, and development, with a conservative loan-to-value ratio as its primary underwriting criterion [7].

Company Overview - Sachem Capital Corp. is a mortgage REIT that specializes in originating, underwriting, funding, servicing, and managing a portfolio of loans secured by first mortgages on real property [3] - The company offers short-term secured, nonbanking loans to real estate investors for property acquisition, renovation, development, rehabilitation, or improvement [3] - The primary underwriting criteria of the company is a conservative loan-to-value ratio, with properties typically classified as residential or commercial real estate [3] Dividend Announcements - The Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.05 per common share, payable on June 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 16, 2025 [1] - Additionally, a quarterly dividend of $0.484375 per share was declared for holders of the 7.75% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, payable on June 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 15, 2025 [2]

Revenue and Income - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $11.4 million, down 32.5% from $16.8 million in Q1 2024[4] - Net loss attributable to common shareholders for Q1 2025 was $213,000, or $0.00 per share, compared to net income of $3.6 million, or $0.08 per share in Q1 2024[6] - Net income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $904 million, a decrease of 80.7% compared to $4,670 million in the same period of 2024[24] Operating Costs and Expenses - Total operating costs and expenses decreased to $10.4 million in Q1 2025 from $12.5 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to reductions in interest and amortization expenses[5] Assets and Equity - Total assets as of March 31, 2025, were $491.4 million, a slight decrease from $492.0 million as of December 31, 2024[7] - Total shareholders' equity decreased to $179.3 million at March 31, 2025, from $181.7 million at year-end 2024[9] - Book value per common share decreased to $2.57 at March 31, 2025, from $2.64 at year-end 2024[9] Cash Flow and Investments - Net cash provided by operating activities decreased significantly to $191 million from $4,217 million year-over-year[24] - Net cash provided by investing activities increased to $5,747 million, up from $4,319 million in the previous year[24] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period rose to $24,414 million, compared to $18,413 million at the end of the same period last year[24] - Proceeds from lines of credit amounted to $36,100 million, a substantial increase from $460 million in the prior year[24] - The company made investments totaling $4,223 million in limited liability companies, compared to $3,186 million in the same period last year[24] Dividends and Debt - The company paid a dividend of $0.05 per share to common shareholders on March 31, 2025[12] - Dividends paid on common shares decreased to $2,363 million from $5,144 million year-over-year[24] - Total indebtedness at quarter-end was $305.6 million, including $227.0 million of notes payable[8] Loan Portfolio and Capital Management - The company remains focused on managing its loan portfolio and protecting capital while seeking quality investment opportunities[3] - Principal collections on loans were $47,742 million, down from $51,398 million in the same period last year[24] Losses and Adjustments - The company reported a loss on sale of equity securities of $125 million, compared to a gain of $397 million in the previous year[24] - The total adjustments and operating changes resulted in a negative impact of $713 million, compared to a negative impact of $453 million in the previous year[24] Membership Investments - Income from preferred membership limited liability company investments increased approximately 71.7% compared to Q1 2024[4]

Core Viewpoint - Sachem Capital Corp. reported financial results for Q1 2025, indicating stability despite challenges in the real estate market, with a focus on managing its loan portfolio and capital allocation [2][3]. Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $11.4 million, down from $16.8 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to fewer loan originations and an increase in nonperforming loans [3]. - Operating costs decreased to $10.4 million in Q1 2025 from $12.5 million in the same quarter last year, attributed to reductions in interest, amortization, and employee benefits [4]. - The net loss attributable to common shareholders was $213,000, or $0.00 per share, compared to a net income of $3.6 million, or $0.08 per share, in Q1 2024 [5]. Balance Sheet Overview - Total assets as of March 31, 2025, were $491.4 million, slightly down from $492.0 million at the end of 2024 [6]. - Total liabilities increased to $312.1 million from $310.3 million at year-end 2024 [6]. - Total shareholders' equity decreased to $179.3 million from $181.7 million at year-end 2024, with a book value per common share of $2.57 [8]. Dividend Information - The company paid a dividend of $0.484375 per share to Series A Preferred Stockholders and $0.05 per share to common shareholders in Q1 2025 [10][11]. - As a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), the company intends to distribute at least 90% of taxable income to shareholders [9]. Company Profile - Sachem Capital Corp. specializes in originating, underwriting, funding, servicing, and managing a portfolio of loans secured by first mortgages on real property, primarily offering short-term loans to real estate investors [15].

Loan Portfolio - As of March 31, 2025, the company disbursed loans totaling $41.308 million and repaid loans amounting to $47.742 million[109] - The gross principal amount of loans held for investment was $367.860 million, with a weighted average contractual interest rate of 12.88%[109] - The loan portfolio included 143 loans, with 68 loans (47.6%) amounting to $27.410 million classified as $1,000,000 or less[112] - The primary markets for the company's loans were Connecticut (51.0%), Florida (13.3%), and New York (14.7%) as of March 31, 2025[112] - The company’s loan portfolio included loans ranging in size from $35,000 to $42.8 million[112] - Residential properties accounted for 52.4% of the aggregate gross principal amount of loans held for investment as of March 31, 2025[113] - The allowance for credit losses as of March 31, 2025, was $18.122 million, representing 4.9% of the aggregate gross principal amount[115] - The company recorded a non-performing loan reserve of $6.106 million for loans in foreclosure, representing 25.6% of the respective principal amount[115] Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $11.4 million, a decrease of $5.4 million or 31.9% compared to $16.8 million in Q1 2024[119] - Total operating expenses for Q1 2025 were $10.4 million, down $2.1 million or 16.9% from $12.5 million in Q1 2024[120] - Net loss attributable to common shareholders for Q1 2025 was $0.2 million, or $0.00 per share, compared to net income of $3.6 million, or $0.08 per share, in Q1 2024[122] Balance Sheet - Total assets at March 31, 2025 were $491.4 million, a slight decrease of $0.6 million or 0.1% from $492.0 million at December 31, 2024[125] - Total liabilities increased to $312.1 million as of March 31, 2025, up $1.8 million or 0.6% from $310.3 million at December 31, 2024[126] - Total shareholders' equity decreased to $179.3 million as of March 31, 2025, down $2.3 million or 1.3% from $181.7 million at December 31, 2024[127] - Book value per common share decreased to $2.57 as of March 31, 2025, down $0.07 from $2.64 at December 31, 2024[124] Cash Flow and Financing - Cash and cash equivalents increased to $24.4 million as of March 31, 2025, up $6.0 million or 30.3% from $18.4 million at the end of Q1 2024[129] - SN Holdings borrowed $36.1 million under the new Credit Agreement as of March 31, 2025, with a principal payment of $9.9 million made on April 1, 2025[132] - The company anticipates sufficient cash flows from operations to fund its operations for the next 12 months[130] Real Estate Activities - The company may engage in opportunistic real estate purchases and investments apart from its lending activities[104] - The company owned 20 properties as of March 31, 2025, with a total carrying value of $18.865 million[116]

Company Announcement - Sachem Capital Corp. will release its first quarter 2025 financial results before market open on May 1, 2025 [1] - A webcast and conference call to discuss the results will be held on May 1, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time [1] Webcast and Conference Call Details - The webcast will be available on the Investors section of the Company's website, and participants are advised to register at least 15 minutes prior to the start time [2] - For the telephone conference call, domestic participants can dial 1-877-704-4453, while international participants can call 1-201-389-0920 [3] - Conference call playback will be available until May 15, 2025, with specific numbers provided for domestic and international access [3] Company Overview - Sachem Capital Corp. is a mortgage REIT that specializes in originating, underwriting, funding, servicing, and managing a portfolio of loans secured by first mortgages on real property [3] - The Company offers short-term secured, nonbanking loans to real estate investors for various property-related activities, with a focus on a conservative loan to value ratio [3] - Loans are secured by first mortgage liens on real estate and are personally guaranteed by the principal(s) of the borrower, with the Company also engaging in opportunistic real estate purchases [3]

Financial Performance - Total revenue for 2024 was $57.5 million, a decrease of 11.2% from $64.7 million in 2023[208]. - Net loss attributable to common shareholders for 2024 was $43.9 million, compared to a net income of $12.1 million in 2023, resulting in a net loss per share of $0.93[211][212]. - Total operating costs and expenses increased by 51.5% to $75.3 million in 2024, primarily due to a $21.3 million increase in provision for credit losses[209]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased by 20.8% to $492.0 million at December 31, 2024, down from $620.9 million at the end of 2023[215]. - Total liabilities decreased by 20.6% to $310.3 million at December 31, 2024, primarily due to the repayment of $58.2 million in unsecured notes[216]. - Total shareholders' equity decreased by 21.0% to $181.7 million at December 31, 2024, attributed to a $22.0 million loss on the sale of loans and $26.9 million provisions related to loans[217]. - Book value per common share decreased to $2.64 in 2024, down from $3.83 in 2023, a decrease of $1.19[214]. Cash Flow and Dividends - The company declared and paid total dividends of $11.4 million in 2024[206]. - Cash and cash equivalents increased by 30.3% to $18.1 million at December 31, 2024, compared to $12.6 million at the beginning of the year[220]. - A dividend of $0.484375 per share on the 7.75% Series A Preferred Stock was declared, payable on March 31, 2025[227]. - A quarterly dividend of $0.05 per Common Share was authorized, payable on March 31, 2025[228]. Credit Facilities and Indebtedness - The new Needham Credit Facility has a committed amount of $50 million, with a maturity date of March 2, 2026, and an option to extend for one year if covenants are met[223]. - The company repaid the entire outstanding balance of the old credit facility, amounting to $39.6 million, and drew $36.1 million on the new facility, reducing outstanding indebtedness by $3.5 million[225]. - As of March 20, 2025, the company's outstanding indebtedness is projected to be $26.2 million after a principal payment of $9.9 million due on April 1, 2025[225]. Other Obligations - The company identified an over issuance of 362,915 restricted Common Shares, which remain unvested and restricted[230]. - Total contractual obligations as of December 31, 2024, amount to $54.248 million, with $40.597 million due within one year[234].

Loan Agreement Details - The Borrower, SN Holdings, LLC, has entered into a revolving line of credit agreement to support its mortgage finance activities and working capital needs[11]. - The agreement is dated March 20, 2025, and involves multiple parties including Sachem Capital Corp. as the Guarantor and Needham Bank as the Administrative Agent[9]. - The agreement includes provisions for interest charges, borrowing procedures, and optional loan prepayments[2]. - The agreement outlines conditions precedent for the revolving loans, ensuring that the Borrower meets specific requirements before funds are disbursed[4]. - The agreement includes confidentiality provisions to protect sensitive information shared among the parties[13]. - The Maximum Revolving Loan Commitment is set at $50 million[73]. - The initial Expiration Date for the loan is March 2, 2026, with a possible extension to March 2, 2027, subject to conditions[53]. - The Facility Unused Fee is 0.25% per annum on the average daily amount exceeding the principal balance under the Revolving Line of Credit[54]. - The Borrowing Request must be submitted to the Administrative Agent for a Revolving Loan[26]. - Each Revolving Loan will accrue interest at the greater of the Prime Rate or the Floor, calculated on a 360-day basis[107]. - The Borrower can borrow, repay, and re-borrow amounts under the Revolving Line of Credit without penalty prior to the Expiration Date[111]. Financial Definitions and Metrics - The Borrower's Adjusted EBITDA is defined as consolidated net income plus interest expense, tax expense, depreciation, and other specified non-cash expenses[15]. - Asset Coverage is defined as the ratio of the Borrower's total assets to total Debt, expressed as a percentage, excluding certain liabilities[20]. - The Borrowing Base is defined as fifty percent (50%) of the outstanding principal balance of the Eligible Mortgage Loans[25]. - The definition of Debt includes all indebtedness for borrowed money and obligations evidenced by notes, bonds, or similar instruments[39]. - The term "Change in Control" refers to the Guarantor no longer being subject to reporting requirements under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934[28]. - The term "Event of Default" is defined in Section 8 of the agreement[50]. - The Default Rate is set at five percent (5.0%) per annum, in addition to the applicable interest rate[41]. - The definition of "Material Adverse Effect" includes significant impacts on financial condition, business prospects, and legal enforceability[72]. - The definition of "Obligations" includes all debts and liabilities arising under Loan Documents, including Hedging Obligations[81]. - The term "Hedging Obligations" encompasses all liabilities under any Hedging Contract entered into by the Borrower[62]. Compliance and Reporting Requirements - The Loan Parties are collectively responsible for compliance with various financial covenants, including minimum liquidity and debt service coverage ratios[7]. - The Loan Parties must provide regular financial statements and reports to the lenders as part of their affirmative covenants[5]. - The Borrower must comply with financial covenants for any unsecured debt incurred, ensuring no Event of Default exists[85]. - The Borrower is required to maintain compliance with the financial covenants for the most recently completed Fiscal Quarter[85]. - Each Loan Party must be in material compliance with all covenants and agreements set forth in the Loan Documents[199]. - Each Loan Party has filed all required tax returns and paid all taxes due, with adequate reserves for accrued but not yet payable taxes[170]. - Each Loan Party possesses all necessary permits and licenses for its business operations, with no material adverse effects from any non-compliance[171]. - Each Loan Party is in compliance with all applicable laws, with no events of default or material judgments against them[169][173]. Borrower Obligations - The Borrower must provide an appraisal and environmental due diligence for Mortgage Loans exceeding $350,000[44]. - The Borrower must maintain a title insurance policy that reflects a first priority lien on the related Mortgaged Property[44]. - The Borrower must ensure that no Event of Default exists at the time of submitting a Borrowing Request[106]. - The Borrower is required to deliver Collateral Assignment Documents if the Assigned Loans balance falls below the required threshold[113]. - The Borrower must execute and deliver Notes to evidence the Lender's Share of the Revolving Loans[146]. - The Borrower must deliver an executed Borrowing Base Certificate dated no more than 31 days prior to the Borrowing Request[198]. - The Borrower will use proceeds from the Revolving Loan for the origination or acquisition of Mortgage Loans[182]. - The Borrower must prepay any excess principal balance over the Maximum Revolving Loan Amount within two business days[109]. - The Borrower is required to reimburse the Administrative Agent for legal fees and expenses incurred, with a cap of $20,000[134]. - All payments made by the Borrower must be free of any deductions for taxes, and the Borrower agrees to indemnify the Lenders for any taxes levied[135]. - The Borrower is obligated to maintain records of Collateral at specified locations or notify the Administrative Agent of any changes[115]. Guarantor Responsibilities - The Guarantor unconditionally guarantees the punctual payment of all Obligations, including principal and interest[121]. - The Guarantor guarantees that the Guaranteed Obligations will be paid in accordance with the terms of the Agreement, with liability being unlimited, irrevocable, absolute, and unconditional[122]. - The Guarantor waives any defenses related to the validity or enforceability of the Agreement, including any changes in payment terms or amendments[123]. - The Guarantor will not exercise subrogation rights until Payment in Full is achieved, and any amounts received prior to that must be held in trust for the Lender[127]. - The Guaranty is a continuing guaranty and remains in effect until Payment in Full[129]. Administrative Agent Functions - The Administrative Agent has the authority to file proofs of claim and manage the loan agreements among lenders[10]. - The Administrative Agent has the authority to file UCC financing statements to perfect the security interests granted[116]. - The Administrative Agent reviews and reconciles all activities under the Revolving Line of Credit weekly, notifying lenders of any discrepancies by noon on each Settlement Date[148]. - Monthly interest payments to lenders are made around the fifth day of each month, based on their respective shares of the aggregate interest received[149]. - During a Continuing Event of Default, funds are allocated first to fees and expenses incurred by the Administrative Agent, then to lenders based on their shares of obligations[150]. - If a lender fails to fund its share of a Revolving Loan, the Administrative Agent may assume the lender has made the funds available unless notified otherwise by noon on the funding date[152]. - In the event of insufficient funds, payments are applied first to interest and fees, then to principal on Revolving Loans, ratably among lenders[157]. - Defaulting lenders have restricted rights regarding amendments and will not receive their share of Facility Unused Fees during the default period[159]. - The obligations of lenders to make Revolving Loans are several, meaning the failure of one lender does not relieve others of their obligations[155].