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Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ABR) generates frequent news flow as a real estate investment trust and direct lender active in multifamily, single-family rental (SFR) and commercial real estate finance. News about Arbor often centers on its lending activity, securitizations, capital markets transactions and dividend declarations, providing insight into how the company manages its balance sheet and supports its loan origination and servicing platforms.
Recent press releases highlight quarterly earnings results, detailing net income, distributable earnings, loan originations and changes in the servicing and structured loan portfolios. These earnings updates also describe provisions for loan losses, non-performing loan statistics and CECL allowances, which are closely watched by investors assessing credit performance and risk in Arbor’s real estate finance activities.
Arbor’s news flow also includes announcements of collateralized securitization vehicles and senior unsecured note offerings issued through subsidiaries such as Arbor Realty SR, Inc. These items explain the size, terms and intended use of proceeds, including repayment of existing notes, refinancing of credit facilities and funding of future loans and investments. In addition, the company regularly announces cash dividends on its common stock and on its Series D, Series E and Series F cumulative redeemable preferred stock.
Corporate governance and board changes, such as the retirement of directors and appointment of new board members, are reported through current reports and related press releases. For investors and analysts following ABR, this news page brings together earnings releases, capital markets updates, securitization activity, dividend declarations and governance developments in one place, making it easier to review Arbor’s public communications over time.
ACRE and ARK Residential have announced the development of The Springs at Arcadia, a 150-unit single-family rental community in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Construction has started, with pre-leasing beginning in January 2023 and an anticipated completion date of Q1 2024. The project, financed with $37 million from Arbor Realty Trust, aims to meet the surging demand for single-family rentals in the region. The development consists of three and four-bedroom homes featuring high-quality finishes and amenities. This initiative aligns with ACRE's goal of enhancing multifamily and single-family rental offerings in under-served markets.
Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: ABR) reported strong fourth quarter results with a GAAP net income of $88.2 million or $0.49 per diluted share, down from $106.0 million in the same quarter last year. Distributable earnings rose to $114.0 million, or $0.60 per diluted share, exceeding the current dividend of $0.40 per share, indicating a 67% payout ratio. The company raised its dividend three times in 2022, reaching an annual run rate of $1.60 per share. With robust structured and agency loan originations totaling $500.5 million and $1.55 billion respectively, Arbor maintains a solid liquidity position of approximately $685 million.
Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: ABR) announced it will release its fourth quarter 2022 financial results before the market opens on February 17, 2023. A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for the same day at 10:00 a.m. ET. Investors can access the live webcast on the company’s investor relations website or join via telephone. Domestic participants can call (800) 267-6316, while international callers can dial (203) 518-9783, using passcode ABRQ422. A replay of the call will be available until February 24, 2023.
Arbor Realty Trust specializes in real estate investment and lending, focusing on multifamily and commercial assets.
Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: ABR) announced that 100% of its 2022 dividend distributions will be classified as dividend income for tax reporting. The total distribution per share for common stock was $1.54, with quarterly payments ranging from $0.37 to $0.40. Preferred stock distributions also totaled $1.59375 for the Series D and $1.5625 for the Series E. Additionally, no excess inclusion income will be passed to shareholders for tax purposes, and Arbor does not issue K-1s. Shareholders are recommended to consult with their tax advisors regarding specific tax treatments.
Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: ABR) announced the declaration of cash dividends on its Series D, E, and F cumulative redeemable preferred stock, with amounts set at $0.3984375, $0.390625, and $0.390625 per share, respectively. These dividends reflect accrued payments from October 30, 2022 to January 29, 2023. The dividends are due for payment on January 31, 2023, to shareholders of record by January 15, 2023.
On Dec. 23, 2022, Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: ABR) co-funded a significant Fannie Mae Structured Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (SARM) loan as part of Emerald Empire's acquisition of Pangea Properties' Chicago portfolio. This transaction, involving hundreds of properties with over 97% deemed 'affordable,' showcases Arbor's commitment to affordable housing. The deal also ensures job continuity for Pangea Properties' employees in Chicago. Arbor, a noted multifamily lender, leveraged its longstanding partnerships to facilitate this impactful project aimed at promoting housing affordability.
Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ABR) has completed a $315 million loan securitization through Freddie Mac’s Q Series program. This marks Arbor’s inaugural transaction in this program, backed by 11 floating rate loans secured by first priority mortgage liens on 21 multifamily properties. Nearly 60% of the units meet the affordability criteria for households earning 60% of Area Median Income. Arbor aims to enhance its relationship with Freddie Mac while contributing to affordable housing.
Arbor Realty Trust reported Q3 2022 results with net income of $62.7 million ($0.36/share) and distributable earnings of $105.1 million ($0.56/share). The firm raised its cash dividend to $0.40/share, marking the 10th consecutive quarterly increase. The company holds approximately $500 million in cash and liquidity, plus $375 million in restricted cash. Loan originations reached $774.7 million, with a total portfolio of ~$15 billion. However, net income dropped from $72.8 million ($0.51/share) in Q3 2021.
Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: ABR) will release its Q3 2022 financial results on November 4, 2022, before market open. A conference call is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. ET the same day to discuss these results. The call will be accessible via live webcast on the company's investor relations website, with telephonic access available for those without internet. The replay will be available until November 11, 2022. Arbor Realty Trust is a leading real estate investment trust that specializes in loan origination and servicing for various commercial real estate assets.
Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ABR) announced the closing of a $150 million offering of 8.50% Senior Notes due 2027. The notes, which are senior and unsecured obligations, carry an interest rate of 8.50%, with semiannual payments starting April 15, 2023. Approximately $46 million of the proceeds will be used to repurchase existing 5.625% Senior Notes due 2023, with the remaining funds allocated for general corporate purposes. This offering was conducted under Rule 144A and Regulation S, targeting institutional buyers and non-U.S. persons.