FRP HOLDINGS, INC.
For the period ended Dec 31, 2024. Filed Mar 18, 2025.
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FY2024 · Filed Mar 18, 2025
What changed in Risk Factors?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-K
Period ended 2023-12-31; filed 2024-03-26.
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Item 1A. RISK FACTORSCurrent report: 10-K
Period ended 2024-12-31; filed 2025-03-18.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
Compared 58 previous paragraphs and 71 current paragraphs.
44 unchanged; 10 reworded; 17 added; 3 removed; 1 previous and 0 current paragraphs rearranged.
Tables are not compared: 15 previous and 0 current tables excluded. Dates, whitespace, punctuation and numbering changes are ignored; changes to financial figures remain significant.
A changed paragraph is not evidence that risk increased or decreased. An unchanged paragraph does not establish that risk stayed the same.
Added paragraphs (17)
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The Trump administration has created an initiative known as the Department of Governmental Efficiency focused on reducing government expenditures. The initiative is expected to lead to a reduction of a significant number of government jobs in the Washington, D.C. region; however, the potential impact of this initiative on the demand for our residential properties in the region cannot be determined at this time.
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•Our cash flows from operations may not be sufficient to meet required payments of principal and interest.
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•We may be forced to dispose of one or more of our properties, possibly on disadvantageous terms, to make payments on our debt.
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•We may default on our debt obligations, and the lenders may foreclose on our properties that collateralize those loans.
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•A foreclosure on one of our properties could create taxable income without any accompanying cash proceeds to pay the tax.
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•We may not be able to refinance or extend our existing debt.
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•The terms of any refinancing or extension may not be as favorable as the terms of our existing debt.
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•We may not be able to issue debt on unencumbered properties under reasonable terms to finance growth of our portfolio of properties.
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•We may be subject to a significant increase in the variable interest rates on our unsecured and secured lines of credit, which could adversely impact our operations.
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•Our debt agreements have yield maintenance requirements that result in a penalty if we prepay loans.
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•limits our ability to incur certain additional indebtedness;
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•limits our ability to merge with another company;
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•requires us to maintain financial coverage ratios; and
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•limits our ability to encumber certain assets except as approved by the lenders.
Removed paragraphs (3)
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These restrictions could cause us to default on our unsecured line of credit or negatively affect our operations.
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Fluctuations in value of our U.S. Treasury debt investments.
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As of December 31, 2023, the Company had total investments of $128,795,000 in U.S. Treasury Notes which mature through mid-2024. The Company measures the fair value of these investments on a quarterly basis and recognizes the unrealized gain or loss in its comprehensive income. As a result, the Company’s comprehensive income will be impacted by factors outside our control such as fluctuations in interest rates that impact the value of our investment portfolio. The Company could incur losses should it sell the Notes prior to maturity.
Reworded paragraphs (10)
Previous wording
Nearly all of our residential/mixed-use and commercial properties are located in the Baltimore area and Washington, D.C. We are, therefore, subject to increased exposure to (positive or negative) economic factors and other competitive factors specific to markets in confined geographic areas. Our operations may also be affected if too many competing properties are built in these markets. An economic downturn in these markets resulting from factors outside of our control could adversely affect our operation. Such a downturn could be triggered by such factors as the downsizing or relocation of government jobs, crime or acts of terrorism. We cannot be sure that these markets will continue to grow or demand the type of assets in our portfolio.
Current wording
The majority of our stabilized properties are located in the Baltimore area and Washington, D.C. We are, therefore, subject to increased exposure to (positive or negative) economic factors and other competitive factors specific to markets in confined geographic areas. Our operations may also be affected if too many competing properties are built in these markets. An economic downturn in these markets resulting from factors outside of our control could adversely affect our operation. Such a downturn could be triggered by such factors as the downsizing or relocation of government jobs, crime, acts of terrorism, or natural disasters. We cannot be sure that these markets will continue to grow or demand the type of assets in our portfolio.
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The Mining Royalty Lands Segment and the Development Segment could be adversely affected by reduced construction and mining activity during periods of inclement weather. These factors could cause our operating results to fluctuate from quarter to quarter. An occurrence of unusually harsh or long-lasting inclement weather such as hurricanes, tornadoes and heavy snowfalls could have an adverse effect on our operations and profitability.
Current wording
The Mining Royalty Lands Segment and the Development Segment could be adversely affected by reduced construction and mining activity during periods of inclement weather. These factors could cause our operating results to fluctuate from quarter to quarter. An occurrence of unusually harsh or long-lasting inclement weather such as hurricanes, tornadoes, excessive rainfall, and heavy snowfalls could have an adverse effect on our operations and profitability.
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With respect to Phases III and IV of the Riverfront on the Anacostia site in Washington, D.C., preliminary environmental testing has indicated the presence of contaminated material that will have to be specially handled in excavation in conjunction with construction. While we have recovered partial reimbursement for these costs from neighboring property owners, we still expect to incur significant environmental costs in connection with construction.
Current wording
With respect to Phases III and IV of the Riverfront on the Anacostia site in Washington, D.C., preliminary environmental testing has indicated the presence of contaminated material that will have to be specially handled in excavation in conjunction with construction. We have recovered partial reimbursement for these costs from neighboring property owners reducing our basis in the property. The Company has no obligation to remediate this contamination on Phases III and IV of the development until such time as it makes a commitment to commence construction on each phase. Upon development the remediation costs will be capitalized.
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We self-insure for a portion of our claims exposure resulting from workers’ compensation, auto liability, general liability and employees’ health insurance. We also are responsible for our legal expenses relating to such claims. We maintain insurance above the amounts for which we self-insure with licensed insurance carriers. Although we believe the aggregate insurance limits should be sufficient to cover reasonably expected claims, it is possible that one or more claims could exceed our aggregate coverage limits. Additionally, there are certain losses, such as losses from hurricanes, terrorism, wars or earthquakes, where insurance is limited or not economically justifiable. If the Company experiences an uninsured loss of real property, we could lose both the invested capital and anticipated revenues associated with such property. We accrue currently for estimated incurred losses and expenses and periodically evaluate and adjust our claims’ accrued liability to reflect our experience. However, ultimate results may differ from our estimates, which could result in losses greater than accrued amounts.
Current wording
We self-insure for claims exposure outside of our coverage resulting from property damage, workers’ compensation, auto liability, general liability and employees’ health insurance. We also are responsible for our legal expenses relating to such claims. We maintain insurance above the amounts for which we self-insure with licensed insurance carriers. Although we believe the aggregate insurance limits should be sufficient to cover reasonably expected claims, it is possible that one or more claims could exceed our aggregate coverage limits. Additionally, there are certain losses, such as losses from hurricanes, terrorism, wars or earthquakes, where insurance is limited or not economically justifiable. If the Company experiences an uninsured loss of real property, we could lose both the invested capital and anticipated revenues associated with such property. We accrue currently for estimated incurred losses and expenses and periodically evaluate and adjust our claims’ accrued liability to reflect our experience. However, ultimate results may differ from our estimates, which could result in losses greater than accrued amounts.
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When a lease expires, a tenant may elect not to renew it. If that occurs, we may not be able to lease the property on similar terms. The terms of renewal or re-lease (including the cost of required renovations and concessions to tenants) may be less favorable than the prior lease. If we are unable to lease all or substantially all of our properties, or if the rental rates upon such re-leasing are significantly lower than expected rates, our cash generated before debt repayments and capital expenditures may be adversely affected.
Current wording
When a lease expires, a tenant may elect not to renew it. If that occurs, we may not be able to lease the property on similar terms. The terms of renewal or re-lease (including the cost of required renovations and concessions to tenants) may be less favorable than the prior lease. If we are unable to lease all or substantially all of our properties, or if the rental rates upon such re-leasing are significantly lower than expected rates, our cash generated may be adversely affected.
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We use debt to finance our operations, including acquisitions of properties. As of December 31, 2023, we had outstanding non-recourse mortgage indebtedness of $180,070,000, secured by developed real estate properties having a carrying value of $246,804,000. Our use of debt may have adverse consequences, including the following:
Current wording
We use debt to finance our operations, including acquisitions of properties. As of December 31, 2024, we had outstanding non-recourse mortgage indebtedness of $180,070,000, secured by developed real estate properties having a carrying value of $239,436,000. Our use of debt may have adverse consequences, including the following:
Previous wording
Our long-term business plan includes a number of construction projects. The construction costs of these projects may exceed original estimates and possibly make the completion of a property uneconomical. Building material commodity shortages, supply chain disruptions, construction delays or stoppages or rapidly escalating construction costs may out-pace market rents, which would adversely affect our profits. The market environment and existing lease commitments may not allow us to raise rents to cover these higher costs.
Current wording
Our long-term business plan includes a number of construction projects. The construction costs of these projects may exceed original estimates and possibly make the completion of a property uneconomical. The imposition of tariffs on foreign building materials such as lumber, building material commodity shortages, supply chain disruptions, construction delays or stoppages or rapidly escalating construction costs may out-pace market rents, which would adversely affect our profits. The market environment may not allow us to raise rents to cover these higher costs.
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As of December 31, 2023, our Chief Executive Officer, John D. Baker, II beneficially owned approximately 15.8% of the outstanding shares of our common stock (79.4% of which are held in trusts under which voting power is shared with other family members) and members of his family who are (i) officers or directors of the company, (ii) required to report their beneficial ownership on Schedule 13D or Schedule 13G, or (iii) are members of his immediate family beneficially own, collectively, an additional 21.2% of the outstanding shares of our common stock. As a result, these individuals effectively may have the ability to direct the election of all members of our board of directors and to exercise a controlling influence over its business and affairs, including any determinations with respect to mergers or other business combinations involving the Company, its acquisition or disposition of assets, its borrowing of monies, its issuance of any additional securities, its repurchase of common stock and its payment of dividends.
Current wording
As of December 31, 2024, our Executive Chairman, John D. Baker II beneficially owned approximately 17.5% of the outstanding shares of our common stock (77% of which are held in trusts under which voting power is shared with other family members)and members of his family who are (i) officers or directors of the Company, (ii) required to report their beneficial ownership on Schedule 13D or Schedule 13G, or (iii) are members of his immediate family beneficially own, collectively, an additional 17.8% of the outstanding shares of our common stock. As a result, these individuals effectively may have the ability to direct the election of all members of our board of directors and to exercise a controlling influence over its business and affairs, including any determinations with respect to mergers or other business combinations involving the Company, its acquisition or disposition of assets, its borrowing of monies, its issuance of any additional securities, its repurchase of common stock and its payment of dividends.
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These provisions apply even if a takeover offer may be considered beneficial by some shareholders and could delay or prevent an acquisition that our board of directors determines is not in the Company’s or the shareholders’ best interests.
Current wording
These provisions apply even if a takeover offer may be considered beneficial by some shareholders.
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Many large institutional investors focus on sustainability in managing investment risks, portfolio design and dealing with companies in which they invest. This focus extends to climate change and the plan for transitioning to a net-zero economy, diversity and inclusion and other human resource matters, and social and governance issues and corporate social responsibility. While we are proud of the returns to shareholders and our sustainable practices in construction and environmental management, we recognize our responsibility to focus on these key issues that impact our long-term sustainability. Our failure to demonstrate this commitment could dissuade institutional investors from holding our stock, which would result in downward pressure on our stock price.
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Many large institutional investors focus on sustainability in managing investment risks, portfolio design and dealing with companies in which they invest. This focus extends to climate change and the plan for transitioning to a net-zero economy, diversity and inclusion and other human resource matters, and social and governance issues and corporate social responsibility. Many of these issues lie at the heart of what the Company considers to be best practices, but a failure to adequately demonstrate our commitment to them might dissuade institutional investors from holding our stock, which would result in downward pressure on our stock price.
Rearranged previous paragraphs (1)
Previous report — wording carried elsewhere
The Company has no obligation to remediate this contamination on Phases III and IV of the development until such time as it makes a commitment to commence construction on each phase. The Company's actual expense to address this issue may be materially higher or lower than the expense previously recorded depending upon the actual costs incurred.