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Ready Capital (RC) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2026-02-27 13:30
SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL DATA Q4 2025 Disclaimer This presentation contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements," as such term is defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and such statements are intended to be covered by the safe harbor provided by the same. These statements are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of trends and uncertainties that could ...
SEVEN HILLS REAL(SEVN) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-19 17:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Distributable Earnings for Q4 2025 were reported at $4.6 million, or $0.28 per share, with an adjusted figure of $0.31 per share when accounting for the rights offering dilution [4][16] - The company raised $61.5 million in net proceeds from a rights offering, increasing investment capacity by over $200 million [4][5] - For the full year of 2025, distributable earnings were $1.21 per share, with a run rate annual dividend of $1.12 per share, representing a 93% payout ratio [16][19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The loan portfolio increased by $83 million year-over-year, reaching total commitments of $724.5 million across 24 floating-rate first mortgage loans [8] - The weighted average all-in yield was reported at 7.92%, with a weighted average risk rating improving to 2.8 [8] - The company invested in three new loans totaling $101.3 million during Q4 2025, including loans secured by student housing, a hotel, and an industrial property [5][7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Market conditions improved in Q4 2025, with two additional 25 basis point rate cuts, bringing the target Fed funds rate to 350-375 basis points [11] - Office transaction volume increased by 25% year-over-year, indicating a recovery in the market [12] - Demand for short-term floating rate bridge loans remains strong, with a broad range of transactions being evaluated [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to capitalize on middle-market lending opportunities with enhanced liquidity following the rights offering [9] - There is a focus on deploying capital selectively into attractive opportunities across various property types and geographies [13] - The strategy remains centered on senior secured positions, avoiding riskier junior tranches for the time being [26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about transaction activity continuing to increase in 2026, driven by improving market conditions and increased financing activity [12][13] - The company expects first quarter distributable earnings to be in the range of $0.22 to $0.24 per share, with a temporary drag on earnings due to the rights offering [18] - The expectation is to reach close to $1 billion in total loan portfolio size by year-end 2026, with quarterly new originations targeted at $200 million [34] Other Important Information - The company ended Q4 2025 with $123 million in cash and extended the maturities of two secured financing facilities, increasing capacity to $377 million [19][20] - The CECL reserve remains modest at 130 basis points of total loan commitments, indicating a conservative risk profile [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the company finding pockets of inefficiency in the current competitive environment? - Management noted that while multifamily contributes significantly to activity, they are focusing on sectors like storage, industrial, and medical office for better risk-adjusted returns [24][25] Question: Are there opportunities outside of the first lien space being evaluated? - Management confirmed that the focus remains on senior secured positions, with no current plans to explore mezzanine or preferred equity [26] Question: Does the distributable EPS guidance assume full deployment of the rights offering capital? - Management clarified that the guidance does not assume full deployment by the end of Q1, but expects earnings to recover by year-end [29] Question: Is the current dividend secure through the end of 2026? - Management affirmed commitment to the $0.28 per quarter dividend, despite temporary earnings drag from the rights offering [33] Question: What is the expected portfolio growth following the rights offering? - Management anticipates reaching close to $1 billion in total loan portfolio size by year-end, with significant new originations expected in the coming quarters [34]
SEVEN HILLS REAL(SEVN) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-19 17:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Distributable Earnings for Q4 2025 were reported at $4.6 million, or $0.28 per share, with an adjusted figure of $0.31 per share when accounting for the rights offering dilution [4][16] - The full year 2025 distributable earnings were $1.21 per share, with a run rate annual dividend of $1.12 per share, representing a 93% payout ratio [16][19] - The weighted average all-in yield was 7.92%, and the weighted average risk rating improved to 2.8 [8] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company invested in three new loans totaling $101.3 million during Q4 2025, including a $37.3 million loan for student housing, a $37 million hotel loan, and a $27 million industrial property loan [5] - Total commitments as of December 31, 2025, were $724.5 million across 24 floating-rate first mortgage loans, with a year-over-year increase of $83 million, or approximately 13% [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Market conditions improved in Q4 2025, with two 25 basis point rate cuts bringing the target Fed funds rate to 350-375 basis points, leading to increased financing activity [11] - Office transaction volume increased by 25% year-over-year, indicating a recovery in the market [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to capitalize on middle-market lending opportunities with enhanced liquidity following the rights offering and a focus on disciplined capital deployment [9] - The strategy includes diversifying investments beyond multifamily and industrial sectors to include medical office, necessity-based retail, and hospitality [13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about transaction activity continuing to increase in 2026, driven by recovering acquisition and refinancing volumes [12] - The company expects first quarter distributable earnings to be in the range of $0.22 to $0.24 per share, reflecting temporary impacts from the rights offering [18] Other Important Information - The company ended Q4 2025 with $123 million in cash and extended the maturities of two secured financing facilities, increasing the maximum size of one facility by $125 million [19][20] - The CECL reserve remains modest at 130 basis points of total loan commitments, down 20 basis points from the previous quarter [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the company finding pockets of inefficiency in the current competitive environment? - Management noted that while multifamily remains liquid, they are focusing on sectors like storage, industrial, and medical office for better risk-adjusted returns [22][25] Question: Does the $0.22-$0.24 distributable EPS guidance assume full deployment of the raised capital? - Management clarified that the guidance does not assume full deployment by the end of Q1, as some loans are still in the pipeline [31] Question: Is the current dividend secure through the end of 2026? - Management confirmed commitment to the $0.28 per quarter dividend, despite temporary earnings drag from the rights offering [35] Question: What is the expected portfolio size by year-end? - Management anticipates reaching close to $1 billion in total loan portfolio size by year-end, depending on repayments and new originations [36]
BrightSpire Capital(BRSP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-18 16:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a fourth quarter GAAP net loss attributable to common stockholders of $14.4 million, or $0.12 per share [3] - Distributable earnings loss was $35.5 million or $0.28 per share, with adjusted distributable earnings of $19.3 million or $0.15 per share [4] - Current liquidity stands at $168 million, including $98 million in unrestricted cash [4] - GAAP net book value decreased to $7.30 per share from $7.53 in the previous quarter, while undepreciated book value decreased to $8.44 from $8.68 [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The loan portfolio increased by $315 million to $2.7 billion, representing a 13% increase from the third quarter [7] - The company closed 32 new loans for $941 million in total commitments since the end of 2024, with 13 loans of $416 million closed in the fourth quarter [7] - The average loan balance in the portfolio is $27 million, with a risk ranking of 3.1, consistent with the previous quarter [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial real estate debt capital markets are experiencing a surge in new issuance, particularly for CRE CLOs, driven by strong historical credit performance [10] - There is significant demand for loan originations, particularly in the multifamily sector, as property equity investors seek to monetize legacy assets [49] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to grow the loan book to approximately $3.5 billion by year-end 2026 [11] - Key strategies include resolving remaining watchlist loans and monetizing REO assets, with a focus on the San Jose Hotel [11] - The company plans to execute a fifth CLO in the second half of the year to enhance capital deployment efficiency [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the demand for loan originations in 2026, anticipating a solid demand as more assets change hands [11] - The company is focused on improving portfolio quality by addressing challenged investments and increasing new loan originations [5] - Management noted that the current economic environment is favorable for commercial real estate, with strong investor demand [10] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 1.1 million shares of stock at an average price of $5.39, resulting in approximately $0.03 of book value accretion [18] - Specific reserves of approximately $54.9 million were recorded during the fourth quarter [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the amount of leverageable capital tied up in resolved or in-process assets? - Management indicated that approximately $200 million of equity is tied up in REO assets, which are currently a drag on the portfolio [26] Question: Can you provide an update on the San Jose property? - Management reported that the San Jose property performed well during the Super Bowl and is undergoing upgrades, with expectations of reaching approximately $9 million in NOI [33] Question: How is the pace of originations expected to trend in 2026? - Management anticipates a pace of originations between $300 million and $400 million per quarter moving forward [41] Question: What sectors are seeing demand for loan originations? - Management noted strong demand in the multifamily sector, driven by the need for property equity investors to monetize legacy assets [48] Question: How are spreads and competition affecting the market? - Management acknowledged ongoing competition but highlighted strong demand in the CRE market, with spreads remaining stable [54]
BrightSpire Capital(BRSP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-18 16:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a fourth quarter GAAP net loss attributable to common stockholders of $14.4 million, or $0.12 per share [3] - Distributable earnings loss was $35.5 million or $0.28 per share, while adjusted distributable earnings were $19.3 million or $0.15 per share [4][19] - Current liquidity stands at $168 million, including $98 million in unrestricted cash [4][23] - GAAP net book value decreased to $7.30 per share from $7.53 in the previous quarter, and undepreciated book value decreased to $8.44 from $8.68 [20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The loan portfolio increased by $315 million to $2.7 billion, representing a 13% increase from the third quarter [7] - The company closed 32 new loans for $941 million of total commitments since restarting originations, with 13 loans of $416 million closed in the fourth quarter [7][13] - The average loan balance in the portfolio is $27 million, with a risk ranking consistent with the previous quarter [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial real estate debt capital markets are experiencing a surge in new issuance, particularly for CRE CLOs, driven by strong historical credit performance [10] - There is significant demand for loan originations, particularly in the multifamily sector, as property equity investors seek to monetize legacy assets [11][52] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to grow the loan book to approximately $3.5 billion by year-end 2026 [12] - Key strategies include resolving remaining watchlist loans, monetizing REO assets, and executing a fifth CLO in the second half of the year [12] - The company is focused on improving portfolio quality by addressing challenged investments and increasing new loan originations [5][6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the demand for loan originations in 2026, anticipating a solid demand as more assets change hands [11][52] - The company plans to achieve positive dividend coverage by mid-year and grow earnings by year-end [9][12] - Management noted that the resolution of watchlist and REO assets is a critical source of capital for new loan originations [8][12] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 1.1 million shares of stock at an average price of $5.39, resulting in book value accretion [20] - Specific CECL reserves recorded during the fourth quarter were approximately $54.9 million [19][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: How do you think about the amount of leverageable capital? - Management indicated that approximately $200 million of equity is tied up in REO assets, which are currently a drag on the portfolio [28] Question: Can you provide an update on the San Jose property? - Management reported that the San Jose property performed well during the Super Bowl and is undergoing upgrades, with expectations of reaching approximately $9 million in NOI [36][37] Question: What is the plan for the net lease and other real estate portfolio in 2026? - Management stated that there is currently no significant activity in the net lease portfolio and they are not looking to grow it at this time [40] Question: How are you thinking about the pace of originations in 2026? - Management expects to maintain a pace of $300 million to $400 million in originations per quarter going forward [44] Question: How are you thinking about spreads and competition in the market? - Management noted that while competition is typical, the demand for CRE CLOs has been strong, and they do not anticipate significant tightening in loan spreads [56][58]
BrightSpire Capital(BRSP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-18 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a fourth quarter GAAP net loss attributable to common stockholders of $14.4 million, or $0.12 per share [3] - Distributable earnings loss was $35.5 million or $0.28 per share, while adjusted distributable earnings were $19.3 million or $0.15 per share [4] - Current liquidity stands at $168 million, including $98 million in unrestricted cash [4] - GAAP net book value decreased to $7.30 per share from $7.53 in the previous quarter, and undepreciated book value decreased to $8.44 from $8.68 [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The loan portfolio increased by $315 million to $2.7 billion, representing a 13% increase from the third quarter [6] - The company closed 32 new loans for $941 million of total commitments since restarting originations, with 13 loans of $416 million closed in the fourth quarter [6] - The average loan balance in the portfolio is $27 million, with a risk ranking consistent with the previous quarter [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial real estate debt capital markets are experiencing high investor demand, particularly for CRE CLOs [10] - The company announced the closing of its fourth managed CLO, totaling $955 million, which expands lending capacity [10] - There is an anticipated significant tailwind for loan demand due to increased property sales transactions [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to grow the loan book to approximately $3.5 billion by year-end 2026 [11] - Key strategies include resolving remaining watchlist loans and monetizing REO assets, particularly the San Jose Hotel [11] - The company plans to execute a fifth CLO in the second half of the year to enhance capital deployment efficiency [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the credit quality of the portfolio, noting positive developments in resolving watchlist and REO assets [28] - The company anticipates strong demand for multifamily loans driven by the need for borrowers to refinance or sell assets [49] - Management expects to achieve positive dividend coverage by mid-year and grow earnings by year-end [9] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 1.1 million shares at an average price of $5.39, resulting in book value accretion [18] - Specific CECL reserves recorded during the fourth quarter were approximately $54.9 million [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: How do you think about the amount of leverageable capital? - Management indicated that approximately $200 million of equity is tied up in REO assets, which is a drag on the portfolio, but plans to resolve this by year-end [26] Question: Can you provide an update on the San Jose property? - Management reported that the San Jose property performed well during the Super Bowl and is undergoing upgrades, with expectations of reaching around $9 million in NOI [34] Question: How is the pace of originations expected to be in 2026? - Management expects a quarterly origination rate between $300 million and $400 million going forward, with a strong start in Q1 [42] Question: What sectors are seeing demand for loan originations? - Management noted strong demand in the multifamily sector, driven by the need for borrowers to move assets and refinance [48] Question: How are spreads and competition affecting the market? - Management acknowledged ongoing competition but noted strong demand for CRE CLOs and stable loan spreads, indicating a healthy market environment [53]
Ready Capital Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results and Webcast Call
Globenewswireยท 2026-02-13 21:10
Core Viewpoint - Ready Capital Corporation will release its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on February 26, 2026, with a subsequent conference call on February 27, 2026, to discuss these results and provide a business update [1]. Group 1: Financial Results Announcement - The financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2025, will be announced after the New York Stock Exchange closes on February 26, 2026 [1]. - A webcast and conference call will be held on February 27, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time for discussing the financial results [1]. Group 2: Webcast and Conference Call Details - The company encourages the use of the webcast due to potential wait times for the conference call [2]. - The webcast will be available in the Investor Relations section of the company's website, and listeners are advised to access it at least 15 minutes prior to the start time [2]. Group 3: Dial-in and Replay Information - The conference call can be accessed by dialing 877-407-0792 for domestic calls and 201-689-8263 for international calls [3]. - A replay of the call will be available on the company's website approximately two hours after the live call until March 13, 2026 [4]. Group 4: Company Overview - Ready Capital Corporation is a multi-strategy real estate finance company that focuses on originating, acquiring, financing, and servicing lower-to-middle-market commercial real estate loans [5]. - The company specializes in loans backed by commercial real estate, including agency multifamily, investor, construction, and bridge loans, as well as U.S. Small Business Administration loans [5]. - Headquartered in New York, the company employs approximately 450 professionals nationwide [5].
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 17:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4 2025, the company reported a GAAP net loss attributable to common stockholders of $27.4 million, or -$0.58 per basic common share, which includes a provision for credit losses of $14.4 million and an impairment loss in the Miami Beach REO asset of $6.8 million [15] - The book value at December 31st was $7.29 per common share, a decline of $0.65 per share from Q3, largely due to the provision for credit losses and impairment loss on REO [15] - The aggregate CECL reserve at December 31st was about $148 million, an increase from $134 million in the previous quarter, primarily due to an increase in specific reserves on collateral-dependent loans [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total loan portfolio commitments at year-end were $1.8 billion, with an outstanding principal balance of $1.7 billion and about $77 million of future fundings, accounting for only about 4% of total commitments [9] - The realized loan portfolio yield for Q4 was 6.7%, which would have been 8% excluding nonaccrual loans [9] - The company had an active year of loan repayments and resolutions totaling about $469 million during 2025, with $45 million of loan repayments in Q4 [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial real estate industry experienced strong momentum in 2025, with increased capital availability and improved fundamentals across many markets and property types [5] - Larger commercial banks became more active in warehouse financing, and regional banks began returning to the market, contributing to greater liquidity [6] - The market momentum from 2025 has continued into early 2026, setting the stage for potentially stronger transaction activity across property types [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reduce higher-cost debt and focus on asset resolutions, with plans to begin regrowing the portfolio in the latter half of 2026 [8] - The strategy includes reallocating capital in the portfolio and recycling into new originations as a high priority [8] - The company plans to remain focused on loan and REO resolutions in the first half of 2026, with expectations for the portfolio balance to trend lower until new originations begin [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while there is a risk of future losses, they believe they are appropriately reserved for current loans, with expectations for upgrades and downgrades in the portfolio [25] - The overall sentiment in the multifamily sector is cautiously optimistic, with expectations for recovery in the second half of the year [32] - Management expressed confidence in the progress made in loan resolutions and the constructive environment for capital, which should aid in further repayments and resolutions [27] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with about $66 million of unrestricted cash, and total leverage increased slightly from 1.9 times to 2.0 times [17] - The company has received two full loan repayments of $174 million combined post-quarter end [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the company thinking about the economics of new origination versus returning capital to shareholders? - The company plans to continue resolving loans and decreasing leverage until they start originating again later in the year [19] Question: What is the current reserve position and likelihood for further reserve build? - The company updates the general reserve based on the latest economic forecasts, with the biggest driver being a decrease in the CRE price index [21][22] Question: Where may book value per share trough in this cycle? - Management acknowledged the risk of future losses and indicated that the majority of the portfolio is performing well, with ongoing resolutions [25][26] Question: What are the expectations for the multifamily property type? - Management noted that while there was a downgrade in a specific multifamily loan, the overall trend in the multifamily sector is expected to be positive [31][32] Question: What are the scheduled maturities looking like in the first half of the year? - The company expects the portfolio to decrease through mid-2026 before beginning to regrow, with visibility on certain loans coming up for maturity [37]
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 17:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4 2025, the company reported a GAAP net loss attributable to common stockholders of $27.4 million, or -$0.58 per basic common share, which includes a provision for credit losses of $14.4 million and an impairment loss in the Miami Beach REO asset of $6.8 million [16] - The book value at December 31 was $7.29 per common share, a decline of $0.65 per share from Q3, primarily due to the provision for credit losses and impairment loss on REO [16] - The aggregate CECL reserve at December 31 was approximately $148 million, an increase from $134 million in the previous quarter, mainly due to an increase in specific reserves on collateral-dependent loans [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total loan portfolio commitments at year-end were $1.8 billion, with an outstanding principal balance of $1.7 billion and about $77 million of future fundings, accounting for only 4% of total commitments [10] - The realized loan portfolio yield for Q4 was 6.7%, which would have been 8% excluding nonaccrual loans [10] - The company had an active year of loan repayments and resolutions totaling about $469 million during 2025, with $45 million of loan repayments in Q4 [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial real estate industry experienced strong momentum in 2025, with increased capital availability and improved fundamentals across many markets and property types [5] - Larger commercial banks became more active in warehouse financing, and regional banks began returning to the market, contributing to greater liquidity [6] - The market momentum from 2025 continued into early 2026, setting the stage for potentially stronger transaction activity across property types [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reduce higher-cost debt and focus on asset resolutions in the first half of 2026, with plans to begin regrowing the portfolio in the latter half of the year [9] - The strategy includes reallocating capital in the portfolio and recycling into new originations as a high priority [9] - The company is focused on loan and REO resolutions, expecting the portfolio balance to trend lower in the near term until new originations begin [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the market conditions, indicating that 2026 could be a stronger year for the industry with forecasted growth in transaction activity and increased liquidity from traditional lenders [7] - The management acknowledged the risks associated with credit migration and potential future losses, emphasizing that the current reserves are appropriate [25][26] - The company is monitoring the situation closely regarding specific loans and expects to have more updates in the coming quarters [12] Other Important Information - The company has received two full loan repayments of $174 million combined post-quarter end [9] - The company continues to invest in its REO assets to maximize outcomes and is actively engaged in value-enhancing repositioning opportunities [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does the company view the economics of new origination versus returning capital to shareholders? - The company plans to focus on resolving loans and decreasing leverage until it resumes origination later in the year [20] Question: What is the current reserve position and likelihood for further reserve build? - The company updates its CECL process quarterly, with the current reserve reflecting the latest economic forecasts, and believes it is appropriately reserved for collateral-dependent loans [21][22] Question: What are the expectations for book value per share and future losses? - Management acknowledged the risk of upgrades and downgrades in credit migration and indicated that future losses may occur, but they are embedded in the current reserves [25] Question: What is the visibility on scheduled maturities and portfolio size? - The company expects the portfolio to decrease through mid-2026 before stabilizing and regrowing later in the year, with ongoing communication with borrowers regarding upcoming maturities [36][40]
Franklin BSP Realty Trust(FBRT) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 15:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FBRT reported GAAP net income of $18.4 million, or $0.13 per fully converted common share, with distributable earnings of $17.9 million, or $0.12 per fully converted share [13] - The company decided to reset the quarterly dividend to $0.20 per common share starting Q1 2026 to stabilize book value and better match current earnings to dividends [7][8] - Book value per share ended the quarter at $14.15, reflecting dividends outpacing earnings [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The core portfolio finished Q4 at approximately $4.4 billion, with 77% of loans backed by multifamily assets [19] - During Q4, the company originated 37 loans at a weighted average spread of 284 basis points, with multifamily representing 76% of new loan originations [20] - Agency volume reached $1.1 billion in new loan originations for the quarter, with expectations of $4.5 billion to $5.5 billion in 2026 [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Market conditions are improving, with abundant liquidity and tighter spreads, the tightest seen since pre-GFC days [11] - Regional banks are slowly returning to the market, particularly in the multifamily space, but the company is cautious about chasing current market spreads [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has transitioned from being a pure play mortgage REIT to a commercial real estate investment platform, focusing on sustainable dividend coverage and book value growth [8][10] - The acquisition of NewPoint is expected to provide steadier recurring servicing and fee revenue, contributing to long-term growth [9][10] - The company aims to balance attractive current income with disciplined book value growth, positioning itself differently from traditional mortgage REITs [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to grow earnings, despite current challenges and a reset in dividend [29] - The company is navigating a rate-sensitive environment, with expectations that lower rates could significantly increase market volume [58] - Management believes that the disconnect between book value and share price is not reflective of the company's underlying asset quality [62] Other Important Information - The company completed a $1 billion CLO, increasing non-recourse financing capacity and lowering financing costs in 2026 [14] - Share buybacks totaled $14.4 million in Q4, contributing $0.05 to book value, with a reauthorized share repurchase program of $50 million available through December 2026 [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should we think about capital allocation this quarter? - Management indicated that they are focused on origination and have a $1.7 billion under-application pipeline, adjusting the mix of origination to avoid chasing tight spreads [26][27] Question: Should we expect the dividend reset to be a good baseline for run rate earnings going forward? - Management expects to grow earnings over the next several quarters and aims to return to a higher earnings level, indicating that the current earnings are not a steady state [28][30] Question: Will the company have some percentage of capital in direct real estate investments going forward? - Management confirmed that they have multiple equity investments and expect to allocate a slightly higher percentage of capital to equity investments over the next few years [34][37] Question: How is the multifamily volume progressing year to date in 2026? - Management noted that the business is highly sensitive to rates, and a slight change could significantly impact volume, indicating uncertainty in the near term [58] Question: Are most of the repayments behind the company? - Management stated that they are cycling through the legacy portfolio and expect to continue addressing legacy positions, with confidence in the quality of the loan portfolio [60][62]