Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Same store NOI growth was reported at 12.9% for Q1 2022, with total revenue increasing by 17.8% to $34.1 million compared to Q1 2021 [7][27] - FFO per diluted share increased to $0.30 from $0.20 in Q1 2021, representing a 50% growth [13][29] - Net income for the quarter was $0.14 per share, up from $0.03 per share in the prior year [28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Occupancy levels increased to 91% from 88.7% year-over-year, reflecting a 230 basis point improvement [18] - Aggregate leasing spreads were positive at 10.1% for Q1 and 11.3% over the last 12 months, with new leasing spreads increasing by 12.7% [18] - Average base rent (ABR) rose to approximately $21 per square foot, a 7% increase from the previous year [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company focuses on necessity-based community centers in high-growth Sunbelt markets, which continue to drive consumer traffic and tenant demand [8][14] - The tenant mix includes food services (33% of lease square footage), self-care (24%), and financial services (7%), indicating a diversified approach to meet community needs [22][24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maximize shareholder value through organic growth, prudent capital allocation, and reducing G&A expenses [8][9] - There is a commitment to disciplined growth, focusing on properties aligned with core strategies and evaluating potential acquisitions or developments [15][46] - The company is enhancing its governance practices, including the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving 2022 guidance, with expectations for best-in-class FFO per share growth [17] - The company anticipates occupancy levels to reach 92% to 93% by year-end, with same-store NOI growth projected between 3% to 5% [32][33] - Management noted the importance of localizing tenant offerings to meet community needs, particularly in response to the "Amazon effect" [21] Other Important Information - G&A expenses were reduced to $3 million for the quarter, with a commitment to lower annual G&A costs by approximately $2.5 million to $3 million compared to 2021 [29][33] - A quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share was approved, representing an 11.6% increase from the first quarter [31] Q&A Session Summary Question: Recovery of operating expenses and taxes - Management noted a one-time adjustment of $200,000 to $300,000, with strong recoveries expected due to increased occupancy [36] Question: Expectations for operating expense recoveries - Management expects recoveries to normalize in the mid-to-high eighties for the balance of the year [37] Question: Maturity of the $100 million term loan - Discussions with lending groups are ongoing, with expectations to recast the credit facility by the end of Q2 or early Q3 [38] Question: G&A adjustments related to executive departures - One-time adjustments of about $2.2 million were noted, with lower stock compensation expected going forward [41] Question: Focus on organic growth versus acquisitions - Management confirmed a focus on organic growth for 2022, with potential development opportunities planned for 2023 [46]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 ____________________________________ FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 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: 001-34855 ______________________________ WHITESTONE REIT (Exact Name of R ...

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 or 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 193 For the transition period from ____________ to ____________ Commission File Number 001-34855 WHITESTONE REIT (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 76-0594970 (S ...

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 or 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 193 For the transition period from ____________ to ____________ Commission File Number 001-34855 WHITESTONE REIT (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 76-0594970 (State ...

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 or 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 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 001-34855 WHITESTONE REIT (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 76-0594970 (Stat ...

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 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: 001-34855 ______________________________ WHITESTONE REIT (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter ...