Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

DALLAS, Nov 13, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc.

(NYSE: TCI), a Dallas-based real estate investment company, reported a net loss applicable to common shares of ($54.8) million or ($6.76) per diluted earnings per share, for the nine months ended September 30, 2009, as compared to a net income of $45.7 million or $5.66 per diluted earnings per share for the same period ended 2008.

In addition, the Company reported a net loss applicable to common shares of ($11.5) million or ($1.41) per diluted earnings per share, for the three months ended September 30, 2009, as compared to a net loss of ($6.9) million or ($.85) per diluted earnings per share for the same period ended 2008.

Results of operations for the three months ended September 30, 2009 as compared to the same period ended 2008 Rental and other property revenues increased by $4.1 million as compared to the prior year period which by segment is an increase in the apartment portfolio of $2.7 million, the commercial portfolio of $1.2 million, and an increase in land and other portfolio of $0.2 million. Within the apartment portfolio, a $2.7 million increase was due to the developed properties being leased up. There appears to be a continued demand for newly developed properties. Within the commercial portfolio, the same property portfolio increased by $0.2 million and the acquired properties increased by $1.0 million.

Depreciation and amortization increased by $2.1 million as compared to the prior year period which by segment is an increase in the apartment portfolio of $1.1 million, and an increase in the commercial portfolio of $1.0 million. Within the apartment portfolio, increases came from the same properties portfolio of $0.2 million and the developed properties increased by $0.9 million. Within the commercial properties, the acquired properties increased by $1.0 million.

Other income decreased by $2.1 million as compared to the prior year period. The decrease is due to disposition of our investment in the Korean REIT in 2009.

Mortgage and loan interest expense increased by $2.4 million as compared to the prior year period which by segment is an increase in the apartment portfolio of $1.0 million and a decrease in the commercial portfolio of $0.2 million, an increase in land portfolio of $1.1 million and an increase in other portfolio of $0.5 million. Within the apartment portfolio the same properties decreased by $0.2 million, which was offset by an increase in the developed properties of $1.2 million. Within the commercial portfolio, the acquired properties decreased by $0.2 million.

The discontinued operations for the three months ended September 30, 2009, consist of the sale of a shopping center and an office building and shopping center held for sale. Discontinued operations for 2008 relates to 26 income producing properties consisting of 18 apartments, three commercial buildings and four hotels that were sold in 2008, and one commercial property sold and an office building and shopping center held for sale. The gain on sale, taxes and net income fee to affiliates that are associated with the properties sold during the period presented are also included in discontinued operations.

Results of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2009 as compared to the same period ended 2008 Rental and other property revenues increased by $10.8 million as compared to the prior year period which by segment is an increase in the apartment portfolio of $8.3 million, the commercial portfolio of $3.3 million, offset by a decrease in the land portfolio of $1.0 million and an increase in other of $0.2 million.

Within the apartment portfolio, a $9.9 million increase was due to the developed properties being leased up which was offset by a $1.6 million decrease in the same property portfolio. There appears to be a continued demand for newly developed properties. Within the commercial portfolio, the acquired properties increased by $2.8 million and same store portfolio increased by $0.5 million.

Property operating expenses decreased by $1.1 million as compared to the prior year period which by segment is an increase in the apartment portfolio of $0.7 million and a decrease in the commercial portfolio of $0.7 million, land portfolio of $1.0 million and other of $0.1 million. Within the apartment portfolio, decreases came from the same properties of $1.9 million and the developed properties increased by $2.6 million. Within the commercial portfolio, the same properties decreased by $0.6 million and the acquired properties decreased by $0.1 million.

Depreciation and amortization increased by $4.9 million as compared to the prior year period which by segment is an increase in the apartment portfolio of $3.1 million, and an increase in the commercial portfolio of $1.8 million. Within the apartment portfolio, same properties increased by $0.4 and the developed properties increased by $2.7 million. Within the commercial properties, the same properties increased by $0.3 million and the acquired properties increased by $1.5 million.

Other income increased by $0.4 million as compared to the prior year period. The increase is due to the gains on the disposition of our investment in the Korean REIT in 2009.

Mortgage and loan interest expense increased by $2.2 million as compared to the prior year period which by segment is an increase in the apartment portfolio of $1.8 million, a decrease in the commercial portfolio of $0.7 million, an increase in the land portfolio of $2.9 million and decrease in other portfolio of $1.8 million. Within the apartment portfolio the same properties decreased by $2.6 million, which was offset by an increase in the developed properties of $4.4 million. Within the commercial portfolio, the same properties decreased by $0.1 million and the acquired properties decreased by $0.6 million.

Earnings from unconsolidated subsidiaries and investees decreased by $3.0 million. There were no material amounts of equity pickup from investees in the current period.

Provision on impairment of notes receivable, investment in real estate partnerships, and real estate assets increased by $21.6 million as compared to the prior year period. Impairment was recorded as an additional loss in the investment portfolio of $18.0 million, impairment in land we currently hold and $8.8 million in land that was sold in the third quarter for a loss. As of September 30, 2009, properties were impaired to reflect reduced value. In the prior year period, we posted a $7.0 million reserve for certain investments within our portfolio.

The discontinued operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2009, consist of the sale of a shopping center and an office building and shopping center held for sale. In addition, we recognized the deferred gain on the sale of a building sold in 2002 in accordance with the requirements per SFAS No. 66.

Discontinued operations for 2008 relates to 26 income producing properties consisting of 18 apartments, three commercial buildings and four hotels that were sold in 2008, and one commercial property sold and an office building and shopping center held for sale as of September 30, 2009. The gain on sale, taxes and net income fee to affiliates that are associated with the properties sold during the period presented are also included in discontinued operations.

About Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc.

Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc., a Dallas-based real estate investment company, holds a diverse portfolio of equity real estate located across the U.S., including office buildings, apartments, hotels, shopping centers and developed and undeveloped land. We invest in real estate through direct equity ownership and partnerships nationwide. For more information, visit the Company's web site at www.transconrealty-invest.com.

TRANSCONTINENTAL REALTY INVESTORS, INC. CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (unaudited) September 30, December 31, 2009 2008 (dollars in thousands, except share and par value amounts) Assets Real estate, at cost $ 1,542,096 $ 1,526,016 Real estate held for sale at cost, net of depreciation 5,375 8,018 Real estate subject to sales contracts at cost, net of depreciation 53,780 60,807 Less accumulated depreciation (133,175 ) (114,050 ) Total real estate 1,468,076 1,480,791 Notes and interest receivable Performing 56,125 42,413 Less allowance for estimated losses (2,804 ) (3,293 ) Total notes and interest receivable 53,321 39,120 Cash and cash equivalents 1,983 5,983 Investments in securities - 2,775 Investments in unconsolidated subsidiaries and investees 11,885 23,365 Other assets 83,118 88,033 Total assets $ 1,618,383 $ 1,640,067 Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Liabilities: Notes and interest payable $ 1,126,098 $ 1,100,852 Notes related to assets held-for-sale 4,646 4,191 Notes related to subject to sales contracts 62,021 62,972 Affiliate payables 35,723 62,367 Accounts payable and other liabilities 118,473 84,989 1,346,961 1,315,371 Commitments and contingencies: Shareholders' equity: Preferred Stock, Series C: $.01 par value, authorized 10,000,000 1 1 shares, issued and outstanding 30,000 shares in 2009 and 2008 respectively (liquidation preference $100 per share). Series D: $.01 par value, authorized, issued and outstanding 100,000 shares in 2009 and 2008 respectively Common Stock, $.01 par value, authorized 10,000,000 shares; issued 81 81 and outstanding 8,113,669 for 2009 and 2008 Paid-in capital 262,688 263,290 Retained earnings (9,021 ) 44,980 Accumulated other comprehensive income - 2,575 Total Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc. shareholders' equity 253,749 310,927 Non-controlling interest 17,673 13,769 Total equity 271,422 324,696 Total liabilities and equity $ 1,618,383 $ 1,640,067 TRANSCONTINENTAL REALTY INVESTORS, INC. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (unaudited) For the Three Months Ended September 30, For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2009 2008 2009 2008 (dollars in thousands, except share and per share amounts) Revenues: Rental and other property revenues $ 40,503 $ 36,442 $ 115,418 $ 104,616 Expenses: Property operating expenses 22,340 23,072 64,986 66,111 Depreciation and amortization 7,409 5,265 22,077 17,197 General and administrative 3,310 2,214 6,853 6,891 Advisory fee to affiliate 3,110 2,894 8,874 8,857 Total operating expenses 36,169 33,445 102,790 99,056 Operating income 4,334 2,997 12,628 5,560 Other income (expense): Interest income 665 688 1,950 1,990 Other income 296 2,410 3,581 3,206 Mortgage and loan interest (18,945 ) (16,586 ) (53,822 ) (51,586 ) Earnings from unconsolidated subsidiaries and investees (53 ) (1,863 ) (353 ) 2,681 Litigation Settlement (64 ) - 681 - Provision on impairment of notes receivable and real estate assets - - (28,575 ) (7,000 ) Total other expenses (18,101 ) (15,351 ) (76,538 ) (50,709 ) Loss before gain on land sales, non-controlling interest, and tax (13,767 ) (12,354 ) (63,910 ) (45,149 ) Gain on land sales - 696 6,296 4,551 Loss from continuing operations before tax (13,767 ) (11,658 ) (57,614 ) (40,598 ) Income tax benefit 648 1,754 897 30,460 Net loss from continuing operations (13,119 ) (9,904 ) (56,717 ) (10,138 ) Discontinued operations: Income (loss) from discontinued operations (53 ) 4,767 410 (13,189 ) Gain on sale of real estate from discontinued operations 3,027 244 3,559 100,218 Income tax expense from discontinued operations (1,041 ) (1,754 ) (1,389 ) (30,460 ) Net income (loss) (11,186 ) (6,647 ) (54,137 ) 46,431 Less: net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest (107 ) - 136 - Net income (loss) attributable to Transcontinental Realty Investors, (11,293 ) (6,647 ) (54,001 ) 46,431 Inc. Preferred dividend requirement (254 ) (239 ) (756 ) (718 ) Net income (loss) applicable to common shares $ (11,547 ) $ (6,886 ) $ (54,757 ) $ 45,713 Earnings per share - basic Loss from continuing operations $ (1.65 ) $ (1.25 ) $ (7.08 ) $ (1.34 ) Discontinued operations 0.24 0.40 0.32 7.00 Net income (loss) applicable to common shares $ (1.41 ) $ (0.85 ) $ (6.76 ) $ 5.66 Earnings per share - diluted Loss from continuing operations $ (1.65 ) $ (1.25 ) $ (7.08 ) $ (1.34 ) Discontinued operations 0.24 0.40 0.32 7.00 Net income (loss) applicable to common shares $ (1.41 ) $ (0.85 ) $ (6.76 ) $ 5.66 Weighted average common share used in computing earnings per share 8,113,669 8,083,882 8,113,669 8,077,663 Weighted average common share used in computing diluted earnings per 8,113,669 8,083,882 8,113,669 8,077,663 share Amounts attributable to Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc. Loss from continuing operations $ (13,226 ) $ (9,904 ) $ (56,581 ) $ (10,138 ) Income from discontinued operations 1,933 3,257 2,580 56,569 Net income (loss) $ (11,293 ) $ (6,647 ) $ (54,001 ) $ 46,431 SOURCE: Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc.

CONTACT: Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc. Investors Relations, 800-400-6407 [e-mail] Copyright Business Wire 2009 -0- KEYWORD: United States

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Texas INDUSTRY KEYWORD: REIT

Construction & Property

Commercial Building & Real Estate SUBJECT CODE: Earnings