Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corp - Quarter Report: 2007 June (Form 10-Q)
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
FORM 10-Q
x Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the Quarter Ended June 30, 2007
OR
o Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Commission File Number
001-09071
001-09071
BFC Financial Corporation
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its Charter)
Florida | 59-2022148 | |
(State of Organization) | (IRS Employer Identification Number) |
2100 West Cypress Creek Road Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
33309 | |
(Address of Principal Executive Office) | (Zip Code) |
(954) 940-4900
Registrants telephone number, including area code
Not Applicable
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by
Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months, and (2)
has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.
YES x NO o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer or
a non-accelerated filer. See definition of accelerated filer and large accelerated filer in Rule
12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer o Accelerated filer x Non-accelerated filer o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the
Exchange Act).
YES o NO x
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the Registrants classes of common stock, as
of August 6, 2007.
Class A Common Stock of $.01 par value, 40,395,280 shares outstanding.
Class B Common Stock of $.01 par value, 7,103,753 shares outstanding.
Class B Common Stock of $.01 par value, 7,103,753 shares outstanding.
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BFC Financial Corporation and Subsidiaries
Index to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements
Index to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements
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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements
BFC Financial Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition Unaudited
(In thousands, except share data)
Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition Unaudited
(In thousands, except share data)
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
ASSETS |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 224,029 | $ | 201,123 | ||||
Securities available for sale and financial instruments (at fair value) |
683,380 | 653,659 | ||||||
Investment securities at cost (approximate fair values: |
||||||||
$311,574 in 2007 and $229,546 in 2006) |
298,724 | 227,208 | ||||||
Tax certificates, net of allowance of $3,829 in 2007 and $3,699 in 2006 |
230,540 | 195,391 | ||||||
Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost which approximates fair value |
74,003 | 80,217 | ||||||
Loans receivable, net of allowance for loan losses
of $55,108 in 2007 and $44,173 in 2006 |
4,614,891 | 4,594,192 | ||||||
Loans held for sale |
6,980 | 9,313 | ||||||
Real estate held for development and sale |
801,440 | 847,492 | ||||||
Real estate owned |
23,886 | 21,747 | ||||||
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates |
125,244 | 125,287 | ||||||
Properties and equipment, net |
277,786 | 252,215 | ||||||
Goodwill and other intangibles |
76,586 | 77,324 | ||||||
Other assets |
97,371 | 81,813 | ||||||
Assets held for sale |
71,380 | 48,022 | ||||||
Discontinued operations assets held for sale |
| 190,763 | ||||||
Total assets |
$ | 7,606,240 | $ | 7,605,766 | ||||
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS EQUITY |
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Liabilities: |
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Deposits |
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Non-interest bearing |
$ | 971,260 | $ | 995,920 | ||||
Interest bearing |
3,045,883 | 2,871,116 | ||||||
Total deposits |
4,017,143 | 3,867,036 | ||||||
Customer deposits on real estate held for sale |
26,296 | 42,571 | ||||||
Advances from FHLB |
1,397,051 | 1,517,058 | ||||||
Short term borrowings |
181,513 | 128,411 | ||||||
Subordinated debentures, notes and bonds payable |
598,477 | 533,583 | ||||||
Junior subordinated debentures |
374,092 | 348,318 | ||||||
Deferred tax liabilities, net |
1,845 | 10,646 | ||||||
Other liabilities |
150,418 | 159,024 | ||||||
Liabilities related to assets held for sale |
48,763 | 27,965 | ||||||
Discontinued operations liabilities held for sale |
| 95,246 | ||||||
Total liabilities |
6,795,598 | 6,729,858 | ||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
636,490 | 698,323 | ||||||
Commitments and contingencies |
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Shareholders equity: |
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Preferred stock of $.01 par value; authorized 10,000,000 shares; |
||||||||
5% Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock (5% Preferred Stock)
issued and outstanding 15,000 shares in 2007 and 2006 |
| | ||||||
Class A common stock of $.01 par value, authorized 70,000,000 shares;
issued and outstanding 28,895,280 in 2007 and 28,755,882 in 2006 |
267 | 266 | ||||||
Class B common stock of $.01 par value, authorized 20,000,000 shares;
issued and outstanding 7,103,753 in 2007 and 7,090,652 in 2006 |
69 | 69 | ||||||
Additional paid-in capital |
94,486 | 93,910 | ||||||
Retained earnings |
78,148 | 81,889 | ||||||
Total shareholders equity before
accumulated other comprehensive income |
172,970 | 176,134 | ||||||
Accumulated other comprehensive income |
1,182 | 1,451 | ||||||
Total shareholders equity |
174,152 | 177,585 | ||||||
Total liabilities and shareholders equity |
$ | 7,606,240 | $ | 7,605,766 | ||||
See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.
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BFC Financial Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Operations Unaudited
(In thousands, except per share data)
Consolidated Statements of Operations Unaudited
(In thousands, except per share data)
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
(As adjusted) | (As adjusted) | |||||||||||||||
Revenues |
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BFC Activities: |
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Interest and dividend income |
$ | 484 | $ | 535 | $ | 983 | $ | 1,095 | ||||||||
Other income |
2,278 | 459 | 3,229 | 902 | ||||||||||||
2,762 | 994 | 4,212 | 1,997 | |||||||||||||
Financial Services: |
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Interest and dividend income |
93,775 | 88,337 | 187,315 | 176,210 | ||||||||||||
Service charges on deposits |
25,808 | 21,274 | 50,403 | 40,373 | ||||||||||||
Other service charges and fees |
7,524 | 7,353 | 14,557 | 13,575 | ||||||||||||
Other income |
11,438 | 8,619 | 15,377 | 12,741 | ||||||||||||
138,545 | 125,583 | 267,652 | 242,899 | |||||||||||||
Homebuilding & Real Estate Development: |
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Sales of real estate |
125,364 | 130,658 | 266,662 | 256,201 | ||||||||||||
Interest and dividend income |
794 | 591 | 1,347 | 1,234 | ||||||||||||
Other income |
5,078 | 4,034 | 9,195 | 6,090 | ||||||||||||
131,236 | 135,283 | 277,204 | 263,525 | |||||||||||||
Total revenues |
272,543 | 261,860 | 549,068 | 508,421 | ||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses |
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BFC Activities: |
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Interest expense |
16 | 4 | 28 | 16 | ||||||||||||
Employee compensation and benefits |
2,750 | 2,299 | 5,494 | 4,736 | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
855 | 799 | 1,516 | 1,520 | ||||||||||||
3,621 | 3,102 | 7,038 | 6,272 | |||||||||||||
Financial Services: |
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Interest expense, net of interest capitalized |
47,808 | 37,731 | 94,026 | 74,931 | ||||||||||||
Provision for (recovery from) loan losses |
4,917 | (20 | ) | 12,378 | 143 | |||||||||||
Employee compensation and benefits |
37,908 | 37,590 | 78,998 | 73,426 | ||||||||||||
Occupancy and equipment |
15,927 | 13,429 | 31,871 | 26,043 | ||||||||||||
Advertising and promotion |
4,209 | 7,400 | 10,067 | 16,018 | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
14,775 | 15,430 | 30,983 | 27,875 | ||||||||||||
125,544 | 111,560 | 258,323 | 218,436 | |||||||||||||
Homebuilding & Real Estate Development: |
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Cost of sales of real estate |
171,594 | 105,652 | 284,502 | 207,707 | ||||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
33,377 | 30,704 | 66,022 | 57,157 | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
413 | 1,923 | 895 | 2,549 | ||||||||||||
205,384 | 138,279 | 351,419 | 267,413 | |||||||||||||
Total costs and expenses |
334,549 | 252,941 | 616,780 | 492,121 | ||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from unconsolidated affiliates |
2,026 | 2,353 | 4,919 | 3,124 | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing operations before income taxes and
and noncontrolling interest |
(59,980 | ) | 11,272 | (62,793 | ) | 19,424 | ||||||||||
(Benefit) provision for income taxes |
(17,774 | ) | 3,465 | (18,046 | ) | 5,979 | ||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest (loss) income |
(39,307 | ) | 7,573 | (40,222 | ) | 13,301 | ||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing operations |
(2,899 | ) | 234 | (4,525 | ) | 144 | ||||||||||
Discontinued operations, less
income tax benefit
in the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006
of $67 and $1,721 and
in the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006
of $3,472 and $3,443 |
(15 | ) | (313 | ) | 1,038 | (522 | ) | |||||||||
Net loss |
(2,914 | ) | (79 | ) | (3,487 | ) | (378 | ) | ||||||||
5% Preferred Stock dividends |
(187 | ) | (187 | ) | (375 | ) | (375 | ) | ||||||||
Net loss allocable to common stock |
$ | (3,101 | ) | $ | (266 | ) | $ | (3,862 | ) | $ | (753 | ) | ||||
(Continued)
See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.
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BFC Financial Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Operations Unaudited
(In thousands, except per share data)
Consolidated Statements of Operations Unaudited
(In thousands, except per share data)
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
(Loss) earnings per common share: |
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Basic loss per share from continuing operations |
$ | (0.09 | ) | $ | | $ | (0.15 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | |||||
Basic (loss) earnings per share from discontinued operations |
| (0.01 | ) | 0.03 | (0.02 | ) | ||||||||||
Basic loss per share |
$ | (0.09 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | $ | (0.12 | ) | $ | (0.03 | ) | ||||
Diluted loss per share from continuing operations |
$ | (0.09 | ) | $ | | $ | (0.15 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | |||||
Diluted (loss) earnings per share from discontinued operations |
| (0.01 | ) | 0.03 | (0.02 | ) | ||||||||||
Diluted loss per share |
$ | (0.09 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | $ | (0.12 | ) | $ | (0.03 | ) | ||||
Basic weighted average number of common shares outstanding |
33,451 | 33,422 | 33,458 | 33,057 | ||||||||||||
Diluted weighted average number of common and common
equivalent shares outstanding |
33,451 | 33,422 | 33,458 | 33,057 |
See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.
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BFC Financial Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss Unaudited
(In thousands)
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss Unaudited
(In thousands)
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Net loss |
$ | (2,914 | ) | $ | (79 | ) | $ | (3,487 | ) | $ | (378 | ) | ||||
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax: |
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Unrealized gains (loss) on securities available for sale |
1,693 | (1,135 | ) | 1,752 | (570 | ) | ||||||||||
Provision (benefit) for income taxes |
653 | (438 | ) | 676 | (220 | ) | ||||||||||
Unrealized gains (loss) on securities available for sale, net of tax |
1,040 | (697 | ) | 1,076 | (350 | ) | ||||||||||
Unrealized losses associated with investment in unconsolidated affiliates |
(49 | ) | (82 | ) | (55 | ) | (38 | ) | ||||||||
Benefit for income taxes |
(19 | ) | (32 | ) | (21 | ) | (15 | ) | ||||||||
Unrealized losses associated with investment in
unconsolidated affiliates, net of tax |
(30 | ) | (50 | ) | (34 | ) | (23 | ) | ||||||||
Net realized gains reclassified into net loss |
(1,746 | ) | (366 | ) | (2,135 | ) | (706 | ) | ||||||||
Benefit for income taxes |
(675 | ) | (142 | ) | (824 | ) | (275 | ) | ||||||||
Net realized gains reclassified into net loss, net of tax |
(1,071 | ) | (224 | ) | (1,311 | ) | (431 | ) | ||||||||
(61 | ) | (971 | ) | (269 | ) | (804 | ) | |||||||||
Comprehensive loss |
$ | (2,975 | ) | $ | (1,050 | ) | $ | (3,756 | ) | $ | (1,182 | ) | ||||
See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.
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BFC Financial Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders Equity Unaudited
(In thousands)
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders Equity Unaudited
(In thousands)
Accumulated | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Other | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Compre- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares of Common | Class A | Class B | Additional | hensive | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Outstanding | Common | Common | Paid-in | Retained | Income | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Class A | Class B | Stock | Stock | Capital | Earnings | (Loss) | Total | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Balance, December 31, 2006 |
28,756 | 7,091 | $ | 266 | $ | 69 | $ | 93,910 | $ | 81,889 | $ | 1,451 | $ | 177,585 | ||||||||||||||||||
Cumulative effect adjustment
upon adoption of
FASB Interpretation No. 48 |
| | | | | 121 | | 121 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Net loss |
| | | | | (3,487 | ) | | (3,487 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Other comprehensive loss, net of taxes |
| | | | | | (269 | ) | (269 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Transfer of shares of Common Stock |
(13 | ) | 13 | | | | | | | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Issuance of Common Stock |
152 | | 1 | | 187 | | | 188 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Net effect of subsidiaries capital
transactions, net of taxes |
| | | | (246 | ) | | | (246 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Cash dividends on 5% Preferred Stock |
| | | | | (375 | ) | | (375 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Share-based compensation related
to stock options and restricted stock |
| | | | 635 | | | 635 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Balance, June 30, 2007 |
28,895 | 7,104 | $ | 267 | $ | 69 | $ | 94,486 | $ | 78,148 | $ | 1,182 | $ | 174,152 | ||||||||||||||||||
See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.
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BFC Financial Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Unaudited
(In thousands)
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Unaudited
(In thousands)
For the Six Months | ||||||||
Ended June 30, | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Net cash used in operating activities |
$ | (31,524 | ) | $ | (164,442 | ) | ||
Investing activities: |
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Proceeds from redemption and maturities of investment
securities and tax certificates |
98,843 | 84,669 | ||||||
Purchase of investment securities and tax certificates |
(142,152 | ) | (135,145 | ) | ||||
Purchase of securities available for sale |
(122,158 | ) | (86,820 | ) | ||||
Proceeds from sales and maturities of securities
available for sale |
151,910 | 93,641 | ||||||
Purchases of FHLB stock |
(4,950 | ) | (15,075 | ) | ||||
Redemption of FHLB stock |
11,164 | 22,339 | ||||||
Investments in unconsolidated subsidiareis |
(4,474 | ) | (6,025 | ) | ||||
Distributions from unconsolidated affiliates |
8,030 | 4,766 | ||||||
Net (increase) decrease in loans |
(36,918 | ) | 30,156 | |||||
Improvements to real estate owned |
(1,762 | ) | | |||||
Proceeds from sales of real estate owned |
1,732 | 1,708 | ||||||
Additions to property and equipment and capital expenditures |
(60,643 | ) | (52,057 | ) | ||||
Proceeds from sales of property and equipment |
12 | 1,951 | ||||||
Net proceeds from the sale of Ryan Beck Holdings, Inc. |
2,628 | | ||||||
Net cash used in investing activities |
(98,738 | ) | (55,892 | ) | ||||
Financing activities: |
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Net increase in deposits |
150,107 | 82,330 | ||||||
Repayments of FHLB advances |
(1,745,000 | ) | (1,436,344 | ) | ||||
Proceeds from FHLB advances |
1,625,000 | 1,280,000 | ||||||
Net (decrease) increase in securities sold under agreements
to repurchase |
(24,492 | ) | 73,331 | |||||
Net increase in federal funds purchased |
78,636 | 84,847 | ||||||
Repayments of secured borrowings |
| (26,516 | ) | |||||
Repayment of notes and bonds payable |
(80,751 | ) | (118,520 | ) | ||||
Proceeds from notes and bonds payable |
166,212 | 217,240 | ||||||
Proceeds from junior subordinated debentures |
25,000 | 15,464 | ||||||
BankAtlantic Bancorp excess tax benefits from
share-based compensation |
1,250 | 3,553 | ||||||
Payments for debt issuance costs |
(1,329 | ) | (576 | ) | ||||
Payment by BFC of the minimum witholding tax
upon exercise of stock option |
| (4,155 | ) | |||||
Proceeds from exercise of BFC stock options |
187 | | ||||||
5% Preferred Stock dividends paid |
(375 | ) | (375 | ) | ||||
Payment by BankAtlantic Bancorp of
the minimum withholding tax upon exercise of stock options |
| (2,675 | ) | |||||
Proceeds from issuance of BankAtlantic Bancorp
Class A common stock |
2,224 | 1,053 | ||||||
Purchase and retirement of BankAtlantic Bancorp Class A common stock |
(36,402 | ) | (3,631 | ) | ||||
Cash dividends paid to non-BFC shareholders |
(4,090 | ) | (4,322 | ) | ||||
Net cash provided by financing activities |
156,177 | 160,704 | ||||||
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |
25,915 | (59,630 | ) | |||||
Cash and cash equivalents in discontinued operations assets
held for sale at the beginning of the period |
3,285 | | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents in discontinued operations assets
held for sale at the disposal date |
(6,294 | ) | | |||||
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period |
201,123 | 305,437 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
$ | 224,029 | $ | 245,807 | ||||
(Continued)
See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.
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BFC Financial Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Unaudited
(In thousands)
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Unaudited
(In thousands)
For the Six Months | ||||||||
Ended June 30, | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Supplemental cash flow information: |
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Interest on borrowings and deposits, net of amounts capitalized |
$ | 93,478 | $ | 79,190 | ||||
Income taxes paid |
4,556 | 36,423 | ||||||
Supplementary disclosure of non-cash investing and financing activities: |
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Loans transferred to real estate owned |
913 | 1,924 | ||||||
Reduction in loan participations sold accounted for as secured borrowings |
| 111,754 | ||||||
Exchange of branch facilities |
| 2,350 | ||||||
Transfers of real estate inventory to properties and equipment |
1,148 | 7,987 | ||||||
Transfers of office properties and equipment to
real estate held for development and sale |
1,239 | | ||||||
Increase in investments of unconsolidated subsidiaries associated
with the issuance of trust preferred securities |
774 | | ||||||
Decrease in accumulated other comprehensive income,
net of taxes |
(269 | ) | (804 | ) | ||||
Net decrease in shareholders equity from
the effect of subsidiaries capital transactions, net of income taxes |
(246 | ) | (313 | ) | ||||
Issuance and retirement of BFC Common Stock accepted
as consideration for the exercise price of stock options |
| 4,155 | ||||||
Effect of FASB Interpretation No. 48 |
121 | |
See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.
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BFC Financial Corporation
Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements
Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Presentation of Interim Financial Statements
BFC Financial Corporation (NYSE Arca: BFF) is a diversified holding company that invests in
and acquires private and public companies in different industries. BFC is typically a long-term,
buy and hold investor whose direct and indirect, diverse ownership interests span a variety of
business sectors, including consumer and commercial banking; homebuilding; development of
master-planned communities; the hospitality and leisure sector through the development, marketing
and sales of vacation resorts on a time-share, vacation club model; the restaurant and casual
family dining business, and real estate investment banking and investment services. BFCs current
major holdings include a controlling interest in BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. (BankAtlantic
Bancorp) (NYSE: BBX), which includes its subsidiary, BankAtlantic, and a 16% ownership interest in
Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF); Levitt Corporation (Levitt) (NYSE: LEV), which includes its
subsidiaries Levitt and Sons, LLC (Levitt and Sons) and Core Communities, LLC (Core
Communities) and Levitts 31% ownership interest in Bluegreen Corporation (Bluegreen) (NYSE: BXG); a
minority interest in the national restaurant chain, Benihana, Inc. (Nasdaq: BNHN); and Cypress
Creek Capital, Inc. (CCC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of BFC. Although BFCs current holdings
primarily consist of minority positions, it also explores investment opportunities with an 80-100%
ownership potential. As a result of the Companys position as the controlling shareholder of
BankAtlantic Bancorp, BFC is a unitary savings bank holding company regulated by the Office of
Thrift Supervision.
BankAtlantic Bancorp is a Florida-based diversified financial services holding company that
offers a wide range of banking products and services through its wholly-owned subsidiary,
BankAtlantic. On February 28, 2007, BankAtlantic Bancorp completed the sale to Stifel Financial
Corp. of Ryan Beck Holdings, Inc. (Ryan Beck), an entity engaged in retail and institutional
brokerage and investment banking. As a consequence, the results of operations of Ryan Beck are
presented as Discontinued Operations in the Consolidated Statement of Operations for all periods
presented. The financial information of Ryan Beck is included in the Consolidated Statement of
Financial Condition as of December 31, 2006, and in the Consolidated Statement of Shareholders
Equity, the Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss) and the Consolidated Statement of
Cash Flows for all periods presented.
BankAtlantic, a federal savings bank headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, provides
traditional retail banking services and a wide range of commercial banking products and related
financial services through a network of 94 branches or stores located in Florida.
Levitt primarily develops single-family, multi-family and townhome communities through Levitt
and Sons and master-planned communities through Core Communities. Levitt also owns approximately
31% of the outstanding common stock of Bluegreen, a company engaged in the acquisition,
development, marketing and sale of vacation ownership interests in primarily drive-to resorts, as
well as residential homesites generally located around golf courses and other amenities. Levitts
homebuilding division operates in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee while its land
division operates primarily in Florida and South Carolina.
As a holding company with controlling positions in BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt, accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States of America (GAAP) require BFC to consolidate the financial
results of these companies. As a consequence, the assets and liabilities of both entities are
presented on a consolidated basis in BFCs financial statements. However, except as otherwise
noted, the debts and obligations of BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt are not direct obligations of
BFC and are non-recourse to BFC. Similarly, the assets of those entities are not available to BFC
absent its pro rata share in a dividend or distribution. The recognition by BFC of income from
controlled entities is determined based on the percentage of its economic ownership in those
entities. As shown below, BFCs economic ownership in BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt is 22.7% and
16.6%, respectively, which results in BFC recognizing 22.7% and 16.6% of BankAtlantic Bancorps and
Levitts net income or loss, respectively. The portion of income or loss in those subsidiaries not
attributable to our economic ownership interests is classified in our financial statements as
noncontrolling interest and is subtracted from income before income taxes to arrive at
consolidated net income in our financial statements.
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BFCs ownership in BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt as of June 30, 2007 was as follows:
Percent | ||||||||||||
Shares | Percent of | of | ||||||||||
Owned | Ownership | Vote | ||||||||||
BankAtlantic Bancorp |
||||||||||||
Class A Common Stock |
8,329,236 | 15.65 | % | 8.30 | % | |||||||
Class B Common Stock |
4,876,124 | 100.00 | % | 47.00 | % | |||||||
Total |
13,205,360 | 22.73 | % | 55.30 | % | |||||||
Levitt |
||||||||||||
Class A Common Stock |
2,074,243 | 11.14 | % | 5.91 | % | |||||||
Class B Common Stock |
1,219,031 | 100.00 | % | 47.00 | % | |||||||
Total |
3,293,274 | 16.60 | % | 52.91 | % |
The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance
with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for interim financial
information. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and disclosures required by
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for complete financial
statements. In managements opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements contain
such adjustments as are necessary for a fair presentation of the Companys consolidated financial
condition at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006, the consolidated results of operations for the
three and six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, comprehensive income (loss) for the three and
six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, changes in consolidated shareholders equity for the six
months ended June 30, 2007 and cash flows for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006.
Operating results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 are not necessarily indicative
of the results that may be expected for the year ending December 31, 2007. These consolidated
financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Companys consolidated financial
statements and footnotes thereto included in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K, as amended
by Amendment No. 2 on Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2006. All significant
inter-company balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Certain amounts for prior periods have been reclassified to conform to the statement
presentation for 2007.
In September 2006, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued Staff Accounting
Bulletin No. 108, (SAB 108) which established an approach to quantify errors in financial
statements. The Company applied the provisions of SAB 108 using the cumulative effect transition
method in connection with the preparation of its financial statements for the year ended December
31, 2006. The impact of the application of SAB 108 on the Companys Consolidated Statements of
Operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2006 was to adjust Financial Services costs
and expenses from $170.7 million and $339.2 million, respectively, as originally reported to $170.8
million and $339.7 million, respectively, as adjusted. For further discussion on the
implementation of SAB 108, see notes to the consolidated financial statements appearing in the
Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K, as amended by Amendment No. 2 on Form 10-K/A, for the year
ended December 31, 2006.
2. Segment Reporting
Operating segments are defined as components of an enterprise about which separate financial
information is available that is regularly reviewed by the chief operating decision maker in
assessing performance and deciding how to allocate resources. Reportable segments consist of one or
more operating segments with similar economic characteristics, products and services, production
processes, type of customer, distribution system and regulatory environment.
The information provided for Segment Reporting is based on internal reports utilized by
management. The presentation and allocation of assets and results of operations may not reflect the
actual economic costs of the
segments as stand alone businesses. If a different basis of allocation were utilized, the
relative contributions of the segments might differ but the relative trends in segments operating
results would, in managements view, likely not be impacted.
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The Company is currently organized into six reportable segments: BFC Activities, Financial
Services, Primary Homebuilding, Tennessee Homebuilding, Land Division, and Levitt Other Operations.
The following summarizes the aggregation of the Companys operating segments into reportable
segments:
BFC Activities
This segment includes all of the operations and all of the assets owned by BFC other than
BankAtlantic Bancorp and its subsidiaries and Levitt and its subsidiaries. This includes dividends
from our investment in Benihanas convertible preferred stock and other securities and investments,
advisory fee income and operating expenses from CCC, interest income from loans receivable, and
income from the shared service arrangement with BankAtlantic Bancorp, Levitt and Bluegreen to
provide shared service operations in the areas of human resources, risk management, investor
relations and executive office administration. The BFC Activities segment also includes BFCs
overhead and interest expense, the financial results of venture partnerships that BFC controls and
BFCs provision for income taxes, including the tax provision related to the Companys interest in
the earnings or losses of BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt. BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt are
consolidated in the Companys financial statements, as described earlier. The Companys earnings or
losses in BankAtlantic Bancorp are included in the Financial Services segment, and Levitts
earnings and losses reflected in the Companys Homebuilding & Real Estate Development activities
are included in the Primary Homebuilding, Tennessee Homebuilding, Land Division and Levitt Other
Operations segments.
Financial Services
The Companys Financial Services segment consists of BankAtlantic Bancorp and its
subsidiaries operations, including the operations of BankAtlantic.
Primary Homebuilding
The Companys Primary Homebuilding segment consists of Levitts homebuilding operations in
Florida, Georgia and South Carolina.
Tennessee Homebuilding
The Companys Tennessee Homebuilding segment consists of Levitts Tennessee operations.
Land Division
The Companys Land Division segment consists of Core Communities operations.
Levitt Other Operations
The Companys Levitt Other Operations segment consists of the activities of Levitt
Commercial, Levitts parent company operations, earnings from the investment in Bluegreen and
Levitts other real estate investments and joint ventures.
The accounting policies of the segments are generally the same as those described in the
summary of significant accounting policies in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K as amended
by Amendment No. 2 on Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2006. Inter-company transactions
are eliminated for consolidated presentation. Eliminations consists primarily of the elimination of
advances by Levitts parent company to the Homebuilding division and the elimination of sales and
profits of real estate transactions between the Land and Primary Homebuilding segment, which were
recorded based upon terms that management believes would be attained in an arms length
transaction. In the ordinary course of business certain Levitt inter-segment loans are entered into
and interest is recorded at current borrowing rates. All interest expense and interest income
associated with these inter-segment loans are eliminated in consolidation.
The Company evaluates segment performance based on income (loss) from continuing operations
after tax and noncontrolling interest.
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The table below sets forth the Companys segment information as of and for the three months
ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 (in thousands):
BFC | Financial | Primary | Tennessee | |||||||||||||
Activities | Services | Homebuilding | Homebuilding | |||||||||||||
For the Three Months
Ended June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||
Revenues: |
||||||||||||||||
Sales of real estate |
$ | | $ | | $ | 114,805 | $ | 8,848 | ||||||||
Interest and dividend income |
495 | 93,775 | 76 | 8 | ||||||||||||
Other income |
2,890 | 44,815 | 3,361 | 15 | ||||||||||||
3,385 | 138,590 | 118,242 | 8,871 | |||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses: |
||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
| | 162,323 | 8,683 | ||||||||||||
Interest expense, net |
16 | 47,722 | | | ||||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
| 4,917 | | | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
3,672 | 73,177 | 21,088 | 1,980 | ||||||||||||
3,688 | 125,816 | 183,411 | 10,663 | |||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
| 669 | | | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes |
(303 | ) | 13,443 | (65,169 | ) | (1,792 | ) | |||||||||
(Benefit) provision for income
taxes |
(4,456 | ) | 1,715 | (13,353 | ) | (596 | ) | |||||||||
(Loss) income before
noncontrolling interest |
4,153 | 11,728 | (51,816 | ) | (1,196 | ) | ||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(5 | ) | 9,140 | (43,217 | ) | (997 | ) | |||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
operations |
$ | 4,158 | $ | 2,588 | $ | (8,599 | ) | $ | (199 | ) | ||||||
At June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 44,042 | $ | 6,497,693 | $ | 592,918 | $ | 48,049 | ||||||||
Levitt | Adjusting | |||||||||||||||
Land | Other | and | ||||||||||||||
Division | Operations | Eliminations | Total | |||||||||||||
For the Three Months
Ended June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||
Revenues: |
||||||||||||||||
Sales of real estate |
$ | 1,917 | $ | | $ | (206 | ) | $ | 125,364 | |||||||
Interest and dividend income |
1,073 | 346 | (720 | ) | 95,053 | |||||||||||
Other income |
1,686 | 199 | (840 | ) | 52,126 | |||||||||||
4,676 | 545 | (1,766 | ) | 272,543 | ||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses: |
||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
483 | 1,018 | (913 | ) | 171,594 | |||||||||||
Interest expense, net |
807 | | (721 | ) | 47,824 | |||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
| | | 4,917 | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
4,088 | 6,928 | (719 | ) | 110,214 | |||||||||||
5,378 | 7,946 | (2,353 | ) | 334,549 | ||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
| 1,357 | | 2,026 | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes |
(702 | ) | (6,044 | ) | 587 | (59,980 | ) | |||||||||
(Benefit) provision for income
taxes |
(328 | ) | (1,042 | ) | 286 | (17,774 | ) | |||||||||
(Loss) income before
noncontrolling interest |
(374 | ) | (5,002 | ) | 301 | (42,206 | ) | |||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(310 | ) | (4,168 | ) | 250 | (39,307 | ) | |||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
operations |
$ | (64 | ) | $ | (834 | ) | $ | 51 | $ | (2,899 | ) | |||||
At June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 313,126 | $ | 161,906 | $ | (51,494 | ) | $ | 7,606,240 | |||||||
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BFC | Financial | Primary | Tennessee | |||||||||||||
Activities | Services | Homebuilding | Homebuilding | |||||||||||||
For the Three Months
Ended June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||
Revenues: |
||||||||||||||||
Sales of real estate |
$ | | $ | | $ | 102,287 | $ | 14,287 | ||||||||
Interest and dividend income |
546 | 88,337 | 112 | 35 | ||||||||||||
Other income |
1,027 | 37,345 | 1,132 | (13 | ) | |||||||||||
1,573 | 125,682 | 103,531 | 14,309 | |||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses: |
||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
| | 80,076 | 17,285 | ||||||||||||
Interest expense, net |
4 | 37,878 | | | ||||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
| (20 | ) | | | |||||||||||
Other expenses |
3,217 | 74,090 | 17,833 | 4,658 | ||||||||||||
3,221 | 111,948 | 97,909 | 21,943 | |||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
| 278 | | | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes |
(1,648 | ) | 14,012 | 5,622 | (7,634 | ) | ||||||||||
Provision (benefit) for income
taxes |
251 | 3,569 | 2,253 | (2,338 | ) | |||||||||||
(Loss) income before
noncontrolling interest |
(1,899 | ) | 10,443 | 3,369 | (5,296 | ) | ||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(5 | ) | 8,191 | 2,807 | (4,416 | ) | ||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
Operations |
$ | (1,894 | ) | $ | 2,252 | $ | 562 | $ | (880 | ) | ||||||
At June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 47,122 | $ | 6,402,889 | $ | 549,803 | $ | 65,120 | ||||||||
Levitt | Adjusting | |||||||||||||||
Land | Other | and | ||||||||||||||
Division | Operations | Eliminations | Total | |||||||||||||
For the Three Months
Ended June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||
Revenues: |
||||||||||||||||
Sales of real estate |
$ | 14,086 | $ | | $ | (2 | ) | $ | 130,658 | |||||||
Interest and dividend income |
219 | 361 | (147 | ) | 89,463 | |||||||||||
Other income |
2,438 | 498 | (688 | ) | 41,739 | |||||||||||
16,743 | 859 | (837 | ) | 261,860 | ||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses: |
||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
7,718 | 656 | (83 | ) | 105,652 | |||||||||||
Interest expense, net |
| | (147 | ) | 37,735 | |||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
| | | (20 | ) | |||||||||||
Other expenses |
3,580 | 6,863 | (667 | ) | 109,574 | |||||||||||
11,298 | 7,519 | (897 | ) | 252,941 | ||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
| 2,075 | | 2,353 | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes |
5,445 | (4,585 | ) | 60 | 11,272 | |||||||||||
Provision (benefit) for income
taxes |
2,068 | (2,371 | ) | 33 | 3,465 | |||||||||||
(Loss) income before
noncontrolling interest |
3,377 | (2,214 | ) | 27 | 7,807 | |||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
2,816 | (1,843 | ) | 23 | 7,573 | |||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
Operations |
$ | 561 | $ | (371 | ) | $ | 4 | $ | 234 | |||||||
At June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 226,799 | $ | 187,589 | $ | (61,902 | ) | $ | 7,417,420 | |||||||
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The table below sets forth the Companys segment information as of and for the six months
ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 (in thousands):
BFC | Financial | Primary | Tennessee | |||||||||||||
Activities | Services | Homebuilding | Homebuilding | |||||||||||||
For the Six Months
Ended June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||
Revenues: |
||||||||||||||||
Sales of real estate |
$ | | $ | | $ | 227,317 | $ | 30,505 | ||||||||
Interest and dividend income |
1,004 | 187,315 | 248 | 28 | ||||||||||||
Other income |
4,517 | 80,421 | 5,552 | 24 | ||||||||||||
5,521 | 267,736 | 233,117 | 30,557 | |||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses: |
||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
| | 249,275 | 29,334 | ||||||||||||
Interest expense, net |
28 | 94,116 | | | ||||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
| 12,378 | | | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
7,138 | 152,670 | 39,991 | 3,864 | ||||||||||||
7,166 | 259,164 | 289,266 | 33,198 | |||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
| 1,815 | | | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income
taxes |
(1,645 | ) | 10,387 | (56,149 | ) | (2,641 | ) | |||||||||
(Benefit) provision for income
taxes |
(4,485 | ) | 863 | (9,814 | ) | (924 | ) | |||||||||
(Loss) income before
noncontrolling interest |
2,840 | 9,524 | (46,335 | ) | (1,717 | ) | ||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(8 | ) | 7,413 | (38,640 | ) | (1,432 | ) | |||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
operations |
$ | 2,848 | $ | 2,111 | $ | (7,695 | ) | $ | (285 | ) | ||||||
At June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 44,042 | $ | 6,497,693 | $ | 592,918 | $ | 48,049 | ||||||||
Levitt | Adjusting | |||||||||||||||
Land | Other | and | ||||||||||||||
Division | Operations | Eliminations | Total | |||||||||||||
For the Six Months
Ended June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||
Revenues: |
||||||||||||||||
Sales of real estate |
$ | 2,694 | $ | 6,574 | $ | (428 | ) | $ | 266,662 | |||||||
Interest and dividend income |
1,917 | 549 | (1,416 | ) | 189,645 | |||||||||||
Other income |
3,292 | 531 | (1,576 | ) | 92,761 | |||||||||||
7,903 | 7,654 | (3,420 | ) | 549,068 | ||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses: |
||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
555 | 6,519 | (1,181 | ) | 284,502 | |||||||||||
Interest expense, net |
1,022 | | (1,112 | ) | 94,054 | |||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
| | | 12,378 | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
8,453 | 15,164 | (1,434 | ) | 225,846 | |||||||||||
10,030 | 21,683 | (3,727 | ) | 616,780 | ||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
| 3,104 | | 4,919 | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income
taxes |
(2,127 | ) | (10,925 | ) | 307 | (62,793 | ) | |||||||||
(Benefit) provision for income
taxes |
(896 | ) | (2,906 | ) | 116 | (18,046 | ) | |||||||||
(Loss) income before
noncontrolling interest |
(1,231 | ) | (8,019 | ) | 191 | (44,747 | ) | |||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(1,027 | ) | (6,687 | ) | 159 | (40,222 | ) | |||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
operations |
$ | (204 | ) | $ | (1,332 | ) | $ | 32 | $ | (4,525 | ) | |||||
At June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 313,126 | $ | 161,906 | $ | (51,494 | ) | $ | 7,606,240 | |||||||
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BFC | Financial | Primary | Tennessee | |||||||||||||
Activities | Services | Homebuilding | Homebuilding | |||||||||||||
For the Six Months
Ended June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||
Revenues: |
||||||||||||||||
Sales of real estate |
$ | | $ | | $ | 193,132 | $ | 41,717 | ||||||||
Interest and dividend income |
1,116 | 176,210 | 219 | 70 | ||||||||||||
Other income |
2,031 | 66,885 | 2,174 | (12 | ) | |||||||||||
3,147 | 243,095 | 195,525 | 41,775 | |||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses: |
||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
| | 152,368 | 41,490 | ||||||||||||
Interest expense, net |
16 | 75,230 | | | ||||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
| 143 | | | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
6,494 | 143,838 | 32,448 | 8,241 | ||||||||||||
6,510 | 219,211 | 184,816 | 49,731 | |||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
| 1,098 | | | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes |
(3,363 | ) | 24,982 | 10,709 | (7,956 | ) | ||||||||||
Provision (benefit) for income
taxes |
259 | 6,517 | 4,131 | (2,462 | ) | |||||||||||
(Loss) income before
noncontrolling interest |
(3,622 | ) | 18,465 | 6,578 | (5,494 | ) | ||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(4 | ) | 14,470 | 5,485 | (4,581 | ) | ||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
operations |
$ | (3,618 | ) | $ | 3,995 | $ | 1,093 | $ | (913 | ) | ||||||
At June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 47,122 | $ | 6,402,889 | $ | 549,803 | $ | 65,120 | ||||||||
Levitt | Adjusting | |||||||||||||||
Land | Other | and | ||||||||||||||
Division | Operations | Eliminations | Total | |||||||||||||
For the Six Months
Ended June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||
Revenues: |
||||||||||||||||
Sales of real estate |
$ | 21,358 | $ | | $ | (6 | ) | $ | 256,201 | |||||||
Interest and dividend income |
550 | 673 | (299 | ) | 178,539 | |||||||||||
Other income |
3,095 | 868 | (1,360 | ) | 73,681 | |||||||||||
25,003 | 1,541 | (1,665 | ) | 508,421 | ||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses: |
||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
12,737 | 1,298 | (186 | ) | 207,707 | |||||||||||
Interest expense, net |
| | (299 | ) | 74,947 | |||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
| | | 143 | ||||||||||||
Other expenses |
6,366 | 13,260 | (1,323 | ) | 209,324 | |||||||||||
19,103 | 14,558 | (1,808 | ) | 492,121 | ||||||||||||
Equity in earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
| 2,026 | | 3,124 | ||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes |
5,900 | (10,991 | ) | 143 | 19,424 | |||||||||||
Provision (benefit) for income
Taxes |
2,205 | (4,735 | ) | 64 | 5,979 | |||||||||||
(Loss) income before
noncontrolling interest |
3,695 | (6,256 | ) | 79 | 13,445 | |||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
3,081 | (5,217 | ) | 67 | 13,301 | |||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
operations |
$ | 614 | $ | (1,039 | ) | $ | 12 | $ | 144 | |||||||
At June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 226,799 | $ | 187,589 | $ | (61,902 | ) | $ | 7,417,420 | |||||||
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3. Discontinued Operations and Merger
On February 28, 2007, Ryan Beck merged with Stifel. Under the terms of the merger,
BankAtlantic Bancorp and several employees of Ryan Beck who held options to acquire Ryan Beck
common stock exchanged their entire interest in Ryan Beck common stock and options to acquire Ryan
Beck common stock for an aggregate of 2,467,600 shares of Stifel common stock, cash of $2.7 million
and five-year warrants to purchase an aggregate of 500,000 shares of Stifel common stock at an
exercise price of $36.00 per share (the Warrants). Of the total merger consideration,
BankAtlantic Bancorps portion is 2,377,354 shares of Stifel common stock, cash of $2.6 million and
Warrants to acquire an aggregate of 481,724 shares of Stifel common stock. Stifel filed a
registration statement on June 28, 2007, and registered 1,061,547 shares of Stifel common stock,
including 792,000 shares owned by BankAtlantic Bancorp and 161,000 shares issuable to BankAtlantic
Bancorp upon the exercise of the Warrants for resale after August 28, 2007. Stifel has agreed to
register the remaining shares issued in connection with the merger and to grant incidental
piggy-back registration rights. BankAtlantic Bancorp has agreed that, other than in private
transactions, it will not, without Stifels consent, sell more than one-third of the shares of
Stifel common stock received by it within the year following the initial registration of such
securities nor more than two-thirds of the shares of Stifel common stock received by it within the
two-year period following the initial registration of such securities. As of June 30, 2007,
BankAtlantic Bancorp owned approximately 16% of the issued and outstanding shares of Stifel common
stock and does not have the ability to exercise significant influence over Stifels operations. As
such, BankAtlantic Bancorps investment in Stifel common stock is accounted for under the cost
method of accounting. Stifel common stock that can be sold within one year is accounted for as
securities available for sale and Stifel common stock in which sale is restricted for more than one
year is accounted for as investment securities at cost. The Warrants are accounted for as
derivatives. Included in the Companys Consolidated Statement of Financial Condition as of June
30, 2007 under securities available for sale and investment securities at cost are $40.1
million and $63.6 million, respectively, of Stifel common stock, and included in financial
instruments at fair value is $14.9 million of Warrants.
The Stifel agreement also provides for contingent earn-out payments, payable in cash or shares
of Stifel common stock, at Stifels election, based on (a) defined Ryan Beck private client
revenues during the two-year period immediately following the merger up to a maximum of $40,000,000
and (b) defined Ryan Beck investment banking revenues equal to 25% of the amount that such revenues
exceed $25,000,000 during each of the two twelve-month periods immediately following the merger.
The contingent earn-out payments, if any, will be accounted for when earned as additional proceeds
from the exchange of Ryan Beck common stock. BankAtlantic Bancorp has entered into separate
agreements with each individual Ryan Beck option holder in order to allocate the contingent
earn-out payments.
The gain on the sale of Ryan Beck included in the Consolidated Statement of Operations in
Discontinued operations was as follows (in thousands):
Consideration received: |
||||
Stifel common stock and Warrants |
$ | 107,445 | ||
Cash |
2,628 | |||
Total consideration received |
110,073 | |||
Net assets disposed: |
||||
Discontinued operations assets
held for sale at disposal date |
206,763 | |||
Discontinued operations liabilities
held for sale at disposal date |
(117,364 | ) | ||
Net assets available for sale at disposal date |
89,399 | |||
Transaction cost |
2,709 | |||
Gain on disposal of Ryan Beck
before income taxes and noncontrolling interest |
17,965 | |||
Provision for income taxes |
2,959 | |||
Noncontrolling interest |
12,831 | |||
Net gain on sale of Ryan Beck |
$ | 2,175 | ||
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The loss from operations of Ryan Beck included in the Consolidated Statement of
Operations in Discontinued operations was as follows (in thousands):
For the Two | For the Three | For the Six | ||||||||||
Months Ended | Months Ended | Months Ended | ||||||||||
February 28, 2007 | June 30, 2006 | June 30, 2006 | ||||||||||
Investment banking revenue |
$ | 37,836 | $ | 55,372 | $ | 114,172 | ||||||
Expenses: |
||||||||||||
Employee compensation and benefits |
27,532 | 42,433 | 86,788 | |||||||||
Occupancy and equipment |
2,984 | 3,927 | 7,798 | |||||||||
Advertising and promotion |
740 | 1,326 | 2,893 | |||||||||
Merger related costs (1) |
14,263 | | | |||||||||
Other expenses: |
||||||||||||
Professional fees |
1,106 | 1,905 | 3,856 | |||||||||
Communications |
2,255 | 3,930 | 7,884 | |||||||||
Floor broker and clearing fees |
1,162 | 2,142 | 4,861 | |||||||||
Interest expense |
985 | 1,514 | 3,135 | |||||||||
Other |
1,086 | 2,086 | 4,004 | |||||||||
Total expenses |
52,113 | 59,263 | 121,219 | |||||||||
Loss from Ryan Beck discontinued
operations before income taxes and
noncontrolling interest |
(14,277 | ) | (3,891 | ) | (7,047 | ) | ||||||
Income tax (benefit) |
(6,431 | ) | (1,721 | ) | (3,443 | ) | ||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(6,709 | ) | (1,857 | ) | (3,082 | ) | ||||||
Loss from Ryan Beck discontinued
operations |
$ | (1,137 | ) | $ | (313 | ) | (522 | ) | ||||
(1) | Merger related costs include $9.3 million of change in control payments, $3.5 million of one-time employee termination benefits and $1.5 million of share-based compensation. |
4. BankAtlantic Bancorp One-time Termination Benefits
During March 2007, BankAtlantic Bancorp reduced its workforce by approximately 225 associates,
or 8%, in an effort to reduce operating expenses with a view to increasing future operating
efficiencies. The reduction in the workforce impacted every operating segment at BankAtlantic
Bancorp and was completed on March 27, 2007. Included in the Companys Consolidated Statement of
Operations for the six months ended June 30, 2007 were $2.6 million of costs associated with
one-time termination benefits. These benefits include $0.3 million of share-based compensation.
The following is a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balance of the employee termination
benefit liability (in thousands):
Employee | ||||
Termination | ||||
Benefits | ||||
Balance at December 31, 2006 |
$ | | ||
Expense incurred |
2,317 | |||
Amounts paid |
(1,587 | ) | ||
Balance at June 30, 2007 |
$ | 730 | ||
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5. Accounting for Income Taxes
On January 1, 2007, the Company adopted Financial Accounting Standards Board Interpretation
No. 48 Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes (FIN 48). The Company (without consideration
of BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt) had no significant adjustment upon the adoption of this
interpretation. The cumulative adjustments associated with the implementation of FIN 48 by
BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt increased the Companys retained earnings opening balance and
decreased liabilities in the aggregate amount of $121,000 which represents the Companys interest
in BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt adjustments to their opening balance of retained earnings by
$700,000 and $260,000, respectively. These cumulative-effect adjustments reflect the Companys
ownership interest in BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt and represent the difference between the net
amount of assets, liabilities and noncontrolling interest recognized in the Statement of Financial
Condition prior to the application of FIN 48 and the net amount of assets, liabilities and
noncontrolling interest recognized as a result of applying the provisions of FIN 48.
BFC and its wholly-owned subsidiaries file a consolidated U.S. federal income tax return.
Subsidiaries in which the Company owns less than 80% of the outstanding common stock, including
BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt, are not included in the Companys consolidated U.S. federal income
tax return and state income tax returns. The Company and its subsidiaries file separate state
income tax returns for each state jurisdiction where such filing is required. The Companys federal
income tax returns for all years subsequent to the 2002 tax year are subject to examination. The
Company is not currently under examination by any taxing authority.
At the adoption date of FIN 48, BankAtlantic Bancorp had gross tax effected unrecognized tax
benefits of $185,000, and as of June 30, 2007 BankAtlantic Bancorps gross tax effected
unrecognized tax benefits were $232,000. The recognition of these tax benefits would not
significantly affect BankAtlantic Bancorps effective tax rate.
At the adoption date of FIN 48, Levitt had gross tax effected unrecognized tax benefits of
$2.0 million of which $200,000, if recognized, would affect Levitts effective tax rate. There were
no significant changes to these amounts during the three and six months ended June 30, 2007. In the
first quarter of 2007, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) commenced an examination of Levitts U.S.
income tax return for 2004 and the review is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2007. As of
June 30, 2007, the IRS was in the process of its examination, and Levitt is unable to evaluate
whether additional tax payments will be required to be made upon the completion of the examination.
During the quarter ended June 30, 2007, Levitt recognized a valuation allowance for those deferred
tax assets that are not expected to be recovered in the future. Due to large impairment charges
recorded in the second quarter of 2007, the expected timing of the future reversal of those
impairment charges and expected taxable losses in the foreseeable future, Levitt does not believe
at this time that it will have sufficient taxable income and prior carry back years to realize a
portion of the net deferred tax asset. At June 30, 2007, Levitt had $43.4 million in gross
deferred tax assets. After consideration of $25.8 million of deferred tax liabilities and the
ability to carryback losses a valuation allowance of $9.6 million was recorded. The increase in
the valuation allowance from 2006 is $9.2 million.
The Company, including BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt, recognizes interest and penalties
related to unrecognized tax benefits in its provision for income taxes. Levitt had approximately
$200,000 and $170,000 for the payment of interest and penalties accrued at June 30, 2007 and
December 31, 2006, respectively. BankAtlantic Bancorp had no interest or tax penalties accrued
related to its unrecognized tax benefits at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006.
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6. Stock-Based Compensation
BFC
BFC (excluding BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt) has a stock based compensation plan (the 2005
Incentive Plan) under which restricted unvested stock, incentive stock options and non-qualifying
stock options are awarded to officers, directors and employees. The 2005 Incentive Plan provides up
to 3,000,000 shares of Class A Common Stock which may be issued through restricted stock awards and
upon the exercise of options granted under the 2005 Incentive Plan. BFC may grant incentive stock
options only to its employees (as defined in the 2005 Incentive Plan). BFC may grant non-qualified
stock options and restricted stock awards to directors, independent contractors and agents as well
as employees.
On June 4, 2007, the Board of Directors granted to employees incentive and non-qualifying
stock options to acquire an aggregate of 214,000 shares of Class A Common Stock under the 2005
Incentive Plan. The options granted to employees cliff vest in five years and expire ten years
after the grant date. The stock options were granted with an exercise price of $4.44 which was
equal to the market value of the Class A Common Stock at the date of grant.
Additionally, during June 2007, non-employee directors were issued 22,522 shares of restricted
Class A Common Stock and granted non-qualifying stock options to acquire 50,296 shares of Class A
Common Stock. The restricted stock and stock options were granted under the 2005 Incentive Plan.
The restricted stock issued to directors will vest monthly over a 12-month service period.
Non-employee director non-qualifying stock options were vested on the date of grant, have a
ten-year term and have an exercise price of $4.44 which was equal to the market value of the Class
A Common Stock on the date of grant. In June 2007, non-employee director compensation expense of
approximately $100,000 was recognized in connection with the non-qualifying stock option grants.
The option model used to calculate the fair value of the options granted was the Black-Scholes
model. The table below presents the weighted average assumptions used to value options granted to
employees and directors for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006:
Weighted Average | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Employees |
||||||||
Expected volatility |
43.05 | % | 44.22 | % | ||||
Expected dividends |
0 | % | 0 | % | ||||
Expected term (in years) |
7.5 | 7.5 | ||||||
Average risk-free interest rate |
4.94 | % | 5.01 | % | ||||
Option value |
$ | 2.43 | $ | 3.54 |
Weighted Average | ||||
2007 | ||||
Non-Employee Directors |
||||
Volatility |
43.05 | % | ||
Expected dividends |
0 | % | ||
Expected term (in years) |
5 | |||
Risk-free rate |
4.89 | % | ||
Option value |
$ | 1.99 |
No non-qualifying stock options were granted to directors during the six months ended June 30, 2006.
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The following table sets forth information on outstanding options:
Weighted | Weighted | |||||||||||||||
Average | Average | Aggregate | ||||||||||||||
Outstanding | Exercise | Remaining | Intrinsic | |||||||||||||
Options | Price | Contractual Term | Value ($000) | |||||||||||||
Outstanding at December 31, 2006 |
1,607,087 | $ | 4.88 | 6.25 | $ | 7,844 | ||||||||||
Exercised |
(129,769 | ) | 1.45 | |||||||||||||
Forfeited |
| 0.00 | ||||||||||||||
Expired |
| 0.00 | ||||||||||||||
Granted |
264,296 | 4.44 | ||||||||||||||
Outstanding at June 30, 2007 |
1,741,614 | $ | 5.07 | 6.81 | $ | 8,829 | ||||||||||
Exercisable at June 30, 2007 |
285,054 | $ | 3.85 | 3.61 | $ | 1,097 | ||||||||||
Available for grant at June 30, 2007 |
2,192,630 | |||||||||||||||
The weighted average grant date fair value of options granted during the six months
ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 was $2.34 and $3.54 per share, respectively. The total intrinsic value
of options exercised during the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 was $328,000 and $13.6
million, respectively.
In 2007 BFC received net proceeds of approximately $188,000 upon the exercise of stock
options. In 2006, 1,278,985 shares of BFC Class A Common Stock with a fair value of $7.4 million
and 1,068,572 shares of BFC Class B Common Stock with a fair value of $5.9 million, respectively,
were accepted by BFC as consideration for the exercise price of stock options and optionees
minimum statutory withholding taxes related to option exercises.
BFCs share-based compensation expense for the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 was
$318,000 and $527,000 respectively, compared to $181,000 and $348,000 during the same 2006 periods,
respectively.
BankAtlantic Bancorp
In June 2007, the Board of Directors of BankAtlantic Bancorp granted to its employees
incentive and non-qualifying stock options to acquire an aggregate of 801,850 shares of
BankAtlantic Bancorp Class A common stock under the BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. 2005 Restricted
Stock and Option Plan. The options granted to employees vest in five years and expire ten years
after the grant date. The stock options were granted with an exercise price of $9.38 which was
equal to the market value of BankAtlantic Bancorp Class A common stock at the date of grant.
Additionally, during June 2007, BankAtlantic Bancorp non-employee directors were issued 10,660
shares of BankAtlantic Bancorp restricted Class A common stock and granted options to acquire
104,647 shares of BankAtlantic Bancorp Class A common stock. BankAtlantic Bancorp restricted stock
and stock options were granted under the BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. 2005 Restricted Stock and
Option Plan. BankAtlantic Bancorp restricted stock issued to directors will vest monthly over a
12-month service period. BankAtlantic Bancorp non-employee director stock options were vested on
the date of grant, have a ten-year term and have an exercise price of $9.38 which was equal to the
market value of the Class A common stock on the date of grant. Non-employee director compensation
expense of $270,000 was recognized in connection with the option grants.
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The table below presents BankAtlantic Bancorp weighted average assumptions used to value
options granted in June 2007:
Employees | Directors | |||||||
Stock Price |
$ | 9.38 | $ | 9.38 | ||||
Exercise Price |
$ | 9.38 | $ | 9.38 | ||||
Interest Rate |
4.96 | % | 4.63 | % | ||||
Dividend Rate |
1.75 | % | 1.75 | % | ||||
Volatility |
29.65 | % | 27.80 | % | ||||
Option Life (years) |
7.50 | 5.00 | ||||||
Option Value |
$ | 3.29 | $ | 2.58 | ||||
Annual Forfeiture Rate |
3.60 | % | 0 | % |
The following is a summary of BankAtlantic Bancorps Class A common stock option activity
during the six months of 2006 and 2007:
Class A | ||||
Outstanding | ||||
Options | ||||
Outstanding at December 31, 2005 |
6,039,253 | |||
Exercised |
(1,324,281 | ) | ||
Forfeited |
(148,816 | ) | ||
Issued |
37,408 | |||
Outstanding at June 30, 2006 |
4,603,564 | |||
Outstanding at December 31, 2006 |
5,238,905 | |||
Exercised |
(394,023 | ) | ||
Forfeited |
(172,209 | ) | ||
Expired |
(2,347 | ) | ||
Issued |
956,247 | |||
Outstanding at June 30, 2007 |
5,626,573 | |||
Exercisable at June 30, 2007 |
1,823,085 | |||
For the Six Months | ||||||||
Ended June 30, | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Weighted average exercise price of options
outstanding |
$ | 11.25 | $ | 10.43 | ||||
Weighted average exercise price of options exercised |
$ | 5.64 | $ | 4.07 | ||||
Weighted average price of options forfeited |
$ | 14.77 | $ | 13.74 | ||||
Weighted average price of options expired |
$ | 4.33 | $ | |
BankAtlantic Bancorps share-based compensation expense for the three and six months ended
June 30, 2007 was $1.3 million and $2.3 million, respectively, compared to $1.1 million and $2.2
million during the same 2006 periods, respectively.
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Levitt
The fair values of options granted are estimated on the date of their grant using the
Black-Scholes option pricing model based on certain assumptions. The fair value of Levitts stock
option awards, which are primarily subject to five year cliff vesting, is expensed over the vesting
life of the stock options using the straight-line method. During the three months ended June 30,
2007 and 2006, options to acquire 702,909 and 37,500 shares of Levitts Class A Common Stock were
granted by Levitt, respectively. During the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 options to
acquire 740,409 and 37,500 shares, respectively, of Levitt Class A Common Stock were granted by
Levitt. The fair value of each option was estimated using the following assumptions:
Three months ended June 30, | Six months ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Expected volatility
|
43.218% | 37.5203% - 37.5037% | 40.05% - 43.218% | 37.5203% - 37.5037% | ||||||||||||
Expected dividend yield
|
0.00% | .39% - .54% | 0.00% - .83% | .39% - 54% | ||||||||||||
Risk-free interest rate
|
5.14% | 5.02% - 5.13% | 4.58% - 5.14% | 5.02% - 5.13% | ||||||||||||
Expected life
|
7.5 years | 7.5 years | 7.5 years | 7.5 years | ||||||||||||
Forfeiture rate executives
|
5.0% | 5.0% | 5.0% | 5.0% | ||||||||||||
Forfeiture rate non-executives
|
10.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
Expected volatility has increased in the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to
the same period in 2006 due to the market price of Levitts stock declining in the period which is
consistent with the homebuilding industry. Expected dividend yield has gone down because Levitt
expects to not pay dividends to its shareholders in the foreseeable future. The most recent
dividend declared was in the first quarter of 2007.
Levitts non-cash stock compensation expense related to unvested stock options for the three
months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 amounted to $822,803 and $611,812, respectively, with an
expected income tax benefit of $208,225 and $173,000, respectively. Levitts non-cash stock
compensation expense related to unvested stock options for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and
2006 amounted to $1,614,531 and $1,263,058, respectively, with expected income tax benefit of
$410,477 and $342,000, respectively.
Levitt also grants restricted stock, which is valued based on the market price of the common
stock on the date of grant and normally are issued to directors and vested over a one-year period. Compensation expense arising from restricted stock grants is recognized
using the straight-line method over the vesting period. Unearned compensation for restricted stock
is a component of additional paid-in capital in shareholders equity in the unaudited consolidated
statements of financial condition. Levitts non-cash stock compensation expense related to
restricted stock for the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 amounted to $26,000 and $55,000,
respectively. Levitts non-cash stock compensation expense related to restricted stock for the six
months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 amounted to $46,000 and $110,000, respectively.
7. Benihana Convertible Preferred Stock Investment
The Company owns 800,000 shares of Benihana Series B Convertible Preferred Stock (Convertible
Preferred Stock). On May 21, 2007 the Board of Directors of Benihana approved a three-for-two
stock split effected by means of a dividend of one-half of one share of Benihanas common stock for
each outstanding share of Benihanas common stock and each outstanding share of Benihanas Class A
common stock to holders of record on June 1, 2007 and payable on June 15, 2007. Pursuant to the
Companys agreement with Benihana, the shares of Convertible Preferred Stock after the
three-for-two stock split are convertible into an aggregate of 1,578,943 Benihanas common stock at
a conversion price of $12.6667. Based upon Benihanas currently outstanding capital stock, the
Convertible Preferred Stock if converted, would represent an approximately 17% voting interest and
an approximately 10% economic interest in Benihana. The Companys investment in Benihanas
Convertible Preferred Stock is classified as investment securities and is carried at historical
cost.
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8. Loans Receivable
The loan portfolio consisted of the following (in thousands):
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Real estate loans: |
||||||||
Residential (1-4 family) |
$ | 2,224,069 | $ | 2,158,506 | ||||
Construction and development |
772,198 | 859,556 | ||||||
Commercial |
967,278 | 1,071,287 | ||||||
Small business |
203,334 | 186,833 | ||||||
Other loans: |
||||||||
Home equity |
613,000 | 562,318 | ||||||
Commercial business |
133,988 | 157,109 | ||||||
Small business non-mortgage |
100,152 | 98,225 | ||||||
Consumer loans |
16,656 | 17,406 | ||||||
Deposit overdrafts |
10,707 | 8,440 | ||||||
Other loans |
| 425 | ||||||
Total gross loans |
5,041,382 | 5,120,105 | ||||||
Adjustments: |
||||||||
Undisbursed portion of loans in process |
(373,966 | ) | (482,842 | ) | ||||
Premiums discounts and deferred fees |
2,698 | 1,306 | ||||||
Deferred profit on commercial real estate
loans |
(115 | ) | (204 | ) | ||||
Allowance for loan losses |
(55,108 | ) | (44,173 | ) | ||||
Loans receivable net |
$ | 4,614,891 | $ | 4,594,192 | ||||
Allowance for Loan Losses (in thousands):
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Balance, beginning of period |
$ | 50,926 | $ | 42,506 | $ | 44,173 | $ | 41,830 | ||||||||
Loans charged-off |
(1,797 | ) | (350 | ) | (2,924 | ) | (716 | ) | ||||||||
Recoveries of loans previously charged-off |
1,062 | 482 | 1,481 | 1,361 | ||||||||||||
Net (charge-offs) recoveries |
(735 | ) | 132 | (1,443 | ) | 645 | ||||||||||
Allowance for loan losses, acquired |
| | | | ||||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
4,917 | (20 | ) | 12,378 | 143 | |||||||||||
Balance, end of period |
$ | 55,108 | $ | 42,618 | $ | 55,108 | $ | 42,618 | ||||||||
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The following summarizes impaired loans (in thousands):
June 30, 2007 | December 31, 2006 | |||||||||||||||
Gross | Gross | |||||||||||||||
Recorded | Specific | Recorded | Specific | |||||||||||||
Investment | Allowances | Investment | Allowances | |||||||||||||
Impaired loans
with specific
valuation
allowances |
$ | 12,944 | $ | 5,850 | $ | 325 | $ | 162 | ||||||||
Impaired loans
without specific
valuation
allowances |
17,344 | | 10,319 | | ||||||||||||
Total |
$ | 30,288 | $ | 5,850 | $ | 10,644 | $ | 162 | ||||||||
Impaired loans without specific valuation allowances at June 30, 2007 include $8.2
million of performing loans. No impaired loans without specific reserves were performing at
December 31, 2006.
9. Real Estate Held for Development and Sale
Real estate held for development and sale consisted of the following (in thousands):
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Land and land development costs |
$ | 540,062 | $ | 579,256 | ||||
Construction costs |
155,918 | 180,005 | ||||||
Capitalized interest and other costs |
105,460 | 88,231 | ||||||
Total |
$ | 801,440 | $ | 847,492 | ||||
The above inventory balances have been reduced by approximately $94.7 million and $33.3
million of impairment reserves at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively. Due to the
downturn in the homebuilding market, Levitt monitors projected future cash flows from inventory on
a quarterly basis to determine if the impairment reserves are adequate.
At June 30, 2007, Levitt reviewed the real estate inventory for impairment on a
project-by-project basis in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 144,
Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets (SFAS No. 144). In accordance
with Levitts standard practices, and due to significant price reductions and sales incentives
offered in the second quarter of 2007 and continued deterioration in the homebuilding market,
Levitt assessed all projects, which included homebuilding projects and land held for development
and sale, to identify underperforming projects and land investments with carrying amounts that may
not be recoverable through future cash flows. Levitt measures the recoverability of assets by
comparing the carrying amount of an asset to its estimated future undiscounted cash flows.
Each project was assessed individually and as a result, the assumptions used to derive future
cash flows varied by project. For land held for sale that is being remarketed, contract proposals
from third parties or market assessments were used. For homebuilding projects, a variety of
assumptions were used. These key assumptions are dependent on project-specific conditions and are
inherently uncertain. The factors that may influence the assumptions include:
| historical project performance, including traffic trends and conversions rates, sales, selling prices including incentive and discount programs, and cancellation trends, | ||
| competitors presence and their competitive actions, | ||
| project specific attributes such as location desirability, market segment (active adult vs. family) and product type (single family detached vs. town home), and | ||
| current local market economic and demographic conditions, including interest rates, in-migration trends and job growth, and related trends and forecasts. |
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Levitt modified cash flow assumptions used at year end and at March 31, 2007 based on local
market conditions and project-specific factors that changed during the three months ended June 30,
2007. Assumptions were updated to reflect current market trends, current pricing strategies
including any sales incentives or discounts, and recent sales, delivery and cancellation trends.
After considering these factors, Levitt projected future cash flows for the balance of the project
until the project is expected to be sold out. If the resulting carrying amount of the project
exceeded the estimated undiscounted cash flows from the project, an impairment charge was
recognized to reduce the carrying value of the project to fair value. Fair value is determined by
applying a risk based discount rate (currently 15%) to the future estimated cash flows for each
project.
At June 30, 2007, Levitt had 13 projects in the Tennessee Homebuilding segment with inventory
available for sale. The projects in Tennessee are generally smaller and of a shorter duration than
projects in other markets. These projects are expected to sell out through 2008. Levitt used
certain assumptions in the impairment evaluation for the Tennessee projects at June 30, 2007
regarding projected sales prices, unit sales and margin percentage which resulted in projected
negative margins at six projects ranging between 5.3% and 67.2%. In addition, if there were
projected losses in backlog on certain contracts entered into in the second quarter of 2007, Levitt
fully reserved for the projected losses on those contracts.
Levitts homebuilding projects in the Primary Homebuilding segment are generally larger than
projects in the Tennessee Homebuilding segment and many are in the early stages of development.
Accordingly, the projections for many projects will extend for four to seven years into the future,
inherently increasing the uncertainty involved in the projections. Specific assumptions for
projected unit sales and margin percentage on delivered units for homebuilding projects excluding
Tennessee include:
| estimated average future sales prices were based on current sales prices with significant discounts and incentives continuing through 2009 followed by average sales price increases ranging from nominal to 4% in 2010 and beyond. Discounting activity is assumed to gradually diminish beginning in the second half of 2009; | ||
| estimated future construction and land development costs were kept relatively consistent throughout the entire project; | ||
| estimates of average (unweighted) gross margin percentages ranging between 8% and 11% in the early years and 14% and higher in 2011 and beyond; | ||
| estimated future sales rates were projected to decline in 2007 and 2008, with more than 50% of projects projected to average less than 80 units per year. Sales rates were projected to improve in 2009, with only 25% of projects selling less than 80 units per year, and then stabilizing beginning in 2010. |
As a result of the above analysis, Levitt recorded impairment charges in the three and six
months ended June 30, 2007 for eight projects in the Primary Homebuilding segment and for ten
projects in the Tennessee Homebuilding segment. During the three months ended June 30, 2007 and
2006 impairment charges which are included in cost of sales of real estate amounted to
approximately $63.0 million and $4.7 million, respectively. In the six months ended June 30, 2007
and 2006 impairment charges amounted to approximately $63.3 million and $4.7 million, respectively.
At June 30, 2007,Levitts total homebuilding inventory was $586.9 million, of which $183.6
million, or 31.3%, had recorded impairments. At the time these impairments were taken, inventory
on those projects was recorded at estimated fair value which was below cost. The balance of the
projects are recorded at cost. At December 31, 2006 Levitts total homebuilding inventory was
$664.6 million, of which $113.6 million, or 17.1%, had recorded impairments. The balance was
recorded at cost.
10. Assets Held for Sale
In June 2007, Core Communities solicited bids from several potential buyers to purchase assets
associated with two of Core Communities commercial leasing projects. Management believes these
offers are reasonable in relation to the current fair value and it is managements intention to
complete the sale of these assets by the end of this calendar year. However, Core Communities has
not entered into definitive agreements for the sale of these
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assets and there is no assurance that these sales will be completed during 2007. The assets
are available for immediate sale in their present condition. It is reasonably possible that
management may have continuing involvement in operating and managing these assets after the sale
and may keep a retained interest in the assets and as a result exercise influence over the
operating and financial policies of the real estate assets in the future. In accordance with SFAS
No. 144, Levitt has not classified the operations of these assets as discontinued operations due to
the potential continuing involvement and retained interest. However, the assets have been
reclassified to assets held for sale and the related liabilities associated with these assets held
for sale have also been reclassified in the unaudited consolidated statements of financial
condition at June 30, 2007. Prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current
year presentation. Levitt has elected not to separate out these assets in the unaudited
consolidated statements of cash flows for all periods presented. Depreciation related to these
assets held for sale ceased in June 2007.
11. Investments in Unconsolidated Affiliates
The Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition include the following amounts for
investments in unconsolidated affiliates (in thousands):
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Investment in Bluegreen Corporation |
$ | 109,658 | $ | 107,063 | ||||
Investments in joint ventures and limited partnerships |
4,300 | 7,749 | ||||||
BankAtlantic Bancorp investment in statutory business
trusts |
8,685 | 7,910 | ||||||
Levitt investment in statutory business trusts |
2,601 | 2,565 | ||||||
$ | 125,244 | $ | 125,287 | |||||
The Consolidated Statements of Operations include the following amounts for investments
in unconsolidated affiliates (in thousands):
For the Three Months | For the Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Equity in Bluegreen earnings |
$ | 1,357 | $ | 2,152 | $ | 3,101 | $ | 2,103 | ||||||||
Equity in joint ventures, limited
partnerships and statutory
trusts earnings |
669 | 201 | 1,818 | 1,021 | ||||||||||||
Income from unconsolidated affiliates |
$ | 2,026 | $ | 2,353 | $ | 4,919 | $ | 3,124 | ||||||||
At June 30, 2007, Levitt owned approximately 9.5 million shares of the common stock of
Bluegreen Corporation representing approximately 31% of Bluegreens outstanding common stock.
Levitts investment in Bluegreen is accounted for under the equity method.
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Bluegreens unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets and unaudited condensed
consolidated statements of income are as follows (in thousands):
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Total assets |
$ | 978,867 | $ | 854,212 | ||||
Total liabilities |
$ | 598,501 | $ | 486,487 | ||||
Minority interest |
17,968 | 14,702 | ||||||
Total shareholders equity |
362,398 | 353,023 | ||||||
Total liabilities and shareholders equity |
$ | 978,867 | $ | 854,212 | ||||
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||
June 30, | June 30, | June 30, | June 30, | |||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Revenues and other income |
$ | 170,972 | $ | 165,950 | $ | 317,854 | $ | 312,908 | ||||||||
Cost and other expenses |
162,739 | 153,574 | 299,385 | 292,955 | ||||||||||||
Income before minority interest and
provision for income taxes |
8,233 | 12,376 | 18,469 | 19,953 | ||||||||||||
Minority interest |
1,633 | 1,677 | 3,267 | 2,699 | ||||||||||||
Income before provision for income taxes |
6,600 | 10,699 | 15,202 | 17,254 | ||||||||||||
Provision for income taxes |
(2,508 | ) | (4,119 | ) | (5,777 | ) | (6,643 | ) | ||||||||
Income before cumulative effect of
change in accounting principle |
4,092 | 6,580 | 9,425 | 10,611 | ||||||||||||
Cumulative effect of change in
accounting principle, net of tax |
| | | (5,678 | ) | |||||||||||
Minority interest in cumulative effect of
change in accounting principle |
| | | 1,184 | ||||||||||||
Net income |
$ | 4,092 | $ | 6,580 | $ | 9,425 | $ | 6,117 | ||||||||
Effective January 1, 2006, Bluegreen adopted Statement of Position 04-02 Accounting for
Real Estate Time-Sharing Transactions (SOP 04-02) which resulted in a one-time, non-cash,
cumulative effect of change in accounting principle charge of $4.5 million to Bluegreen for the six
months ended June 30, 2006, and accordingly reduced the earnings in Bluegreen recorded by Levitt by
approximately $1.4 million for the same period.
12. Other Debt
On February 28, 2007, Core Communities of South Carolina, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of
Core Communities, entered into a $50.0 million revolving credit facility for construction financing
for the development of the Tradition South Carolina master planned community. The facility is due
and payable on February 28, 2009 and may be extended for one year subject to compliance with the
conditions set forth in the agreement. The loan is collateralized by 1,829 gross acres of land and
the related improvements and easements as well as assignments of rents and leases. A payment
guarantee for the loan amount was provided by Core Communities. Interest accrues at
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the banks Prime Rate (8.25% at June 30, 2007) and is payable monthly.
The loan documents include customary conditions to funding, collateral release and acceleration
provisions and financial, affirmative and negative covenants.
On March 21, 2007, Levitt and Sons entered into a $100.0 million revolving working capital,
land acquisition, development and residential construction borrowing base facility agreement and
borrowed $30.2 million under the facility. The proceeds were used to finance the intercompany
purchase of a 150 acre parcel in Tradition South Carolina from Core Communities (by repaying
outstanding acquisition indebtedness on the property owed to Core Communities) and to refinance a
$15.0 million line of credit. The facility is collateralized by a mortgage on the 150 acre parcel
in Tradition South Carolina and by a guarantee of Levitt Corporation. Levitt Corporations
guarantee of the $15.0 million working capital component of the facility is secured by a pledge of
Levitt Corporations membership interest in Levitt and Sons. The guarantee and the pledge of the
membership interest can be released by payment in full of any amounts outstanding under the $15.0
million working capital component. The facility is due and payable on March 21, 2011 and may be
extended for an additional year at the discretion of the financial institution at the anniversary
date of the facility. Interest accrues under the facility at the Prime Rate and is payable
monthly.
Levitt is in compliance with all covenants under all facilities at June 30, 2007.
13. Noncontrolling Interest
The following table summarizes the noncontrolling interests held by others in our subsidiaries
(in thousands):
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
BankAtlantic Bancorp |
$ | 396,167 | $ | 411,396 | ||||
Levitt |
239,634 | 286,230 | ||||||
Joint Ventures and Limited Partnerships |
689 | 697 | ||||||
$ | 636,490 | $ | 698,323 | |||||
14. Interest Expense
The following table is a summary of the Companys consolidated interest expense and the
amounts capitalized (in thousands):
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Interest expense |
$ | 61,589 | $ | 47,557 | $ | 120,825 | $ | 93,278 | ||||||||
Interest capitalized |
(13,765 | ) | (9,822 | ) | (26,771 | ) | (18,331 | ) | ||||||||
Interest expense, net |
$ | 47,824 | $ | 37,735 | $ | 94,054 | $ | 74,947 | ||||||||
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The following table is a summary of interest incurred and capitalized relating to real
estate under development and construction and property and equipment under construction (in
thousands):
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||
June 30, | June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Interest incurred |
$ | 13,765 | $ | 9,533 | $ | 26,771 | $ | 17,562 | ||||||||
Interest capitalized to property
and equipment |
(654 | ) | | (1,104 | ) | | ||||||||||
Interest capitalized to
real estate inventory |
(13,111 | ) | (9,533 | ) | (25,667 | ) | (17,562 | ) | ||||||||
Interest expense, net |
$ | | $ | | $ | | $ | | ||||||||
Interest included in cost of sales |
$ | 5,562 | $ | 3,091 | $ | 9,987 | $ | 5,685 | ||||||||
Interest incurred relating to land under development and construction is capitalized to
real estate inventory during the active development period. Interest is capitalized as a component
of inventory at the effective rates paid on borrowings during the pre-construction and planning
stages and the periods that projects are under development. Capitalization of interest is
discontinued if development ceases at a project. Capitalized interest is expensed as a component of
cost of sales as related homes, land and units are sold.
For fixed assets under construction, interest associated with these assets is capitalized as
incurred and is expense through depreciation once the asset is put into use.
15. Commitments, Contingencies and Financial Instruments with Off-Balance Sheet Risk
Commitments and financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk consisted of the following
(in thousands):
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
BFC Activities |
||||||||
Guaranty agreements |
$ | 59,000 | $ | 34,396 | ||||
Financial Services |
||||||||
Commitments to sell fixed rate residential loans |
26,496 | 30,696 | ||||||
Commitments to sell variable rate residential loans |
2,680 | 2,921 | ||||||
Commitments to sell commercial loans |
3,100 | | ||||||
Commitments to purchase fixed rate residential loans |
20,500 | | ||||||
Commitments to purchase variable rate residential loans |
92,869 | 12,000 | ||||||
Commitments to purchase commercial loans |
10,000 | 57,525 | ||||||
Commitments to originate loans held for sale |
23,745 | 26,346 | ||||||
Commitments to originate loans held to maturity |
309,592 | 223,060 | ||||||
Commitments to extend credit, including the undisbursed
portion of loans in process |
1,045,796 | 890,036 | ||||||
Commitments to purchase branch facilities land |
6,260 | 11,180 | ||||||
Standby letters of credit |
50,766 | 67,831 | ||||||
Commercial lines of credit |
96,932 | 86,992 | ||||||
Homebuilding & Real Estate Development |
||||||||
Levitts commitments to purchase properties for development |
14,200 | 14,200 |
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BFC Activities
In 2005, BFC entered into guarantee agreements in connection with the purchase of two shopping
centers in South Florida by two separate limited liability companies. A wholly-owned subsidiary of
CCC has a one percent general partner interest in a limited partnership that in turn has a 15
percent interest in each of the limited liability companies. Pursuant to the guaranty agreements,
BFC has guaranteed certain obligations on two nonrecourse loans. BFCs maximum exposure under the
guarantee agreements is estimated to be approximately $21.3 million, the full amount of the
indebtedness. Based on the value of the assets securing the indebtedness, BFC does not believe that
any payment will be required by BFC under the guarantee. As general partner of the limited
partnership, CCC does not have control and does not have the ability to make major decisions
without the consent of other partners and members.
A subsidiary of CCC has a 10% interest in a limited partnership as a non-managing general
partner. The partnership owns an office building located in Boca Raton, Florida and in connection
with the purchase, CCC guaranteed repayment of a portion of the nonrecourse loan on the property.
CCCs maximum exposure under this guaranty agreement is $8.0 million representing approximately
37.2% of the current indebtedness of the property, with the guarantee to be reduced based upon the
performance of the property. Based on the value of the limited partnership assets securing the
indebtedness, BFC does not believe that any payment by CCC will be required under the guarantee.
CCC also separately guaranteed the payment of certain environmental indemnities and limited
specific obligations of the partnership.
A wholly-owned subsidiary of CCC (CCC East Tampa) and an unaffiliated third party formed a limited liability company to purchase two commercial properties in Hillsborough County,
Florida. CCC East Tampa has a 10% interest in the limited liability company and is the managing
member with an initial contribution of approximately $765,500 and the unaffiliated member has a 90%
interest in the limited liability company having contributed approximately $6,889,500. In December
2006, the limited liability company purchased the commercial properties for an aggregate purchase
price of $29.8 million and in connection with the purchase, BFC and the unaffiliated member each
guaranteed the payment of certain environmental indemnities and specific obligations up to a
maximum of $5.0 million each. The BFC guarantee represents approximately 21% of the current
indebtedness secured by the commercial properties. Based on the assets securing the indebtedness,
BFC does not believe that any payment will be required under the agreements. Although CCC East
Tampa is the managing member of the limited liability company, it does not have the ability to make
major decisions without the consent of the unaffiliated member. The CCC East Tampa investment is
included in investments in unconsolidated subsidiaries in the Companys Consolidated Statements of
Financial Condition. The company accounts for its investment under the equity method of
accounting.
In June 2007, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CCC (CCC East Kennedy), entered into an agreement
with an unaffiliated third party. Pursuant to the agreement a newly formed limited partnership,
Cypress Creek Capital/Tampa, Ltd. (CCC/Tampa) was formed whereby CCC East Kennedy has 50% general
partner ownership interest and the unaffiliated third party has 50% limited partner interest. The
purpose of CCC/Tampa was to acquire a 10% investment in a limited liability company that owns and
operates an office building located in Tampa, Florida. CCC/Tampa has a 10% interest in the limited
liability company with an initial contribution of $1.2 million and the unaffiliated members have a
90% interest having contributed approximately $10.4 million. The limited liability company
purchased the office building in June 2007 for an aggregate purchase price of $48.0 million and in
connection with the purchase, BFC guaranteed the payment of certain environmental indemnities and
specific obligations up to a maximum of $15.0 million, and a maximum of $25.0 million in the event
of any petition or involuntary proceedings under United State Bankruptcy code or similar state
insolvency laws or in the event of any transfers of interests not in accordance with the loan
documents. Based on the assets securing the indebtedness, BFC does not believe that any payment
will be required under the agreements. Although CCC East Kennedy is the general partner of the
limited partnership, which is managing member of the limited liability company, it does not have
control and does not have the ability to make major decisions without the consent of other partners
and members. The CCC East Kennedy investment of approximately $599,000 is included in investments
in unconsolidated subsidiaries in the Companys Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition.
The company accounts for its investment under the equity method of accounting.
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Other than these guarantees, the remaining instruments indicated in the table are direct
commitments of BankAtlantic Bancorp or Levitt and their subsidiaries.
Financial Services
Standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued by BankAtlantic to guarantee the
performance of a customer to a third party. BankAtlantics standby letters of credit are generally
issued to customers in the construction industry guaranteeing project performance. These types of
standby letters of credit had a maximum exposure of $40.6 million at June 30, 2007. BankAtlantic
also issues standby letters of credit to commercial lending customers guaranteeing the payment of
goods and services. These types of standby letters of credit had a maximum exposure of $10.2
million at June 30, 2007. These guarantees are primarily issued to support public and private
borrowing arrangements and have maturities of one year or less. The credit risk involved in
issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending loan facilities to
customers. BankAtlantic may hold certificates of deposit and residential and commercial liens as
collateral for such commitments. Included in other liabilities at June 30, 2007 and December 31,
2006 was $275,000 and $44,000, respectively, of unearned guarantee fees. There were no obligations
associated with these guarantees recorded in the financial statements.
Homebuilding & Real Estate Development
At June 30, 2007, Levitt and Sons had a commitment to purchase property in Georgia for the
development of 650 units for $14.2 million. Should Levitt and Sons decide not to purchase the
underlying property, the liability would be limited to the amount of the deposit, which was
$400,000 at June 30, 2007. The projected closing is in 2008. There is no assurance that Levitt and
Sons will consummate the purchase pursuant to the terms of the contract, or at all. Management
continually reviews its commitments to ensure that they are in line with Levitts objectives.
At June 30, 2007, Levitt had outstanding surety bonds and letters of credit of approximately
$94.9 million related primarily to obligations to various governmental entities to construct
improvements in various communities. Levitt estimates that approximately $59.5 million of work
remains to complete these improvements and does not believe that any outstanding bonds or letters
of credit will likely be drawn.
16. Certain Relationships and Related Party Transactions
BFC is the controlling shareholder of BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt. BFC also has a direct
non-controlling interest in Benihana and, through Levitt, an indirect ownership interest in
Bluegreen. The majority of BFCs voting capital stock is owned or controlled by the Companys
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, and by the Companys Vice Chairman, both of whom
are also directors of the Company, executive officers and directors of BankAtlantic Bancorp and
Levitt, and directors of Bluegreen. The Companys Vice Chairman is also a director of Benihana.
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The following table presents BFC, BankAtlantic Bancorp, Levitt and Bluegreen related party
transactions at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006 and for the three and six months ended June 30,
2007 and 2006. Such amounts were eliminated in the Companys consolidated financial statements (in
thousands).
BankAtlantic | ||||||||||||||||||||
BFC | Bancorp | Levitt | Bluegreen | |||||||||||||||||
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||||||
Shared service income (expense) |
(a | ) | $ | 658 | $ | (313 | ) | $ | (233 | ) | $ | (112 | ) | |||||||
Interest income (expense) from cash
balance/securities sold under agreements
to repurchase |
$ | 10 | $ | (39 | ) | $ | 29 | $ | | |||||||||||
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||||||
Shared service income (expense) |
(a | ) | $ | 525 | $ | (142 | ) | $ | (308 | ) | $ | (75 | ) | |||||||
Interest income (expense) from cash
balance/securities sold under agreements
to repurchase |
$ | 11 | $ | (147 | ) | $ | 136 | $ | | |||||||||||
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||||||
Shared service income (expense) |
(a | ) | $ | 1,378 | $ | (667 | ) | $ | (494 | ) | $ | (217 | ) | |||||||
Interest income (expense) from cash
balance/securities sold under agreements
to repurchase |
$ | 21 | $ | (90 | ) | $ | 69 | $ | | |||||||||||
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||||||
Shared service income (expense) |
(a | ) | $ | 1,031 | $ | (282 | ) | $ | (610 | ) | $ | (139 | ) | |||||||
Interest income (expense) from cash
balance/securities sold under agreements
to repurchase |
$ | 21 | $ | (299 | ) | $ | 278 | $ | | |||||||||||
At June 30, 2007 |
||||||||||||||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents and (securities
sold under agreements to repurchase) |
(b | ) | $ | 1,292 | $ | (6,588 | ) | $ | 5,296 | $ | | |||||||||
Shared service receivable (payable) |
$ | 299 | $ | (99 | ) | $ | (76 | ) | $ | (124 | ) | |||||||||
At December 31, 2006 |
||||||||||||||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents and (securities
sold under agreements to repurchase) |
(b | ) | $ | 996 | $ | (5,547 | ) | $ | 4,551 | $ | | |||||||||
Shared service receivable (payable) |
$ | 312 | $ | (142 | ) | $ | (107 | ) | $ | (63 | ) |
(a) | Effective January 1, 2006, BFC maintained arrangements with BankAtlantic Bancorp, Levitt and Bluegreen to provide shared service operations in the areas of human resources, risk management, investor relations and executive office administration. Pursuant to this arrangement, certain employees from BankAtlantic were transferred to BFC to staff BFCs shared service operations. The costs of shared services are allocated based upon the estimated usage of the respective services. Also as part of the shared service arrangement, the Company reimburses BankAtlantic Bancorp and Bluegreen for office facilities costs relating to the Company and its shared service operations. | |
(b) | BFC and Levitt entered into securities sold under agreements to repurchase (Repurchase Agreements) with BankAtlantic and the balance in those accounts in the aggregate was approximately $6.6 million and $5.5 million at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively. Interest in connection with the Repurchase Agreements was approximately $90,000 and $299,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. These transactions have similar terms as BankAtlantic repurchase agreements with unaffiliated third parties. |
BankAtlantic Bancorp in prior periods issued options to acquire shares of its Class A
common stock to employees of Levitt when Levitt was a subsidiary of BankAtlantic Bancorp.
Additionally, BankAtlantic Bancorp has elected, in accordance with the terms of its stock option
plans, not to cancel the stock options held by their former employees that transferred to its
affiliate companies. BankAtlantic Bancorp accounts for these options to former employees as
employee stock options because these individuals were employees of BankAtlantic Bancorp on the
grant date. During the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, certain of these former employees
exercised 13,062 and 51,464 of options to acquire BankAtlantic Bancorp Class A common stock at a
weighted average exercise price of $8.56 and $3.28, respectively.
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Options outstanding to BankAtlantic Bancorp former employees, who are now employees of BFC and
Levitt consisted of the following as of June 30, 2007:
Class A | Weighted | |||||||
Common | Average | |||||||
Stock | Price | |||||||
Options outstanding |
282,005 | $ | 9.84 | |||||
Options nonvested |
154,587 | $ | 12.32 |
During the year ended December 31, 2006 and in June 2007, BankAtlantic Bancorp issued to BFC
employees who performed services for BankAtlantic Bancorp options to acquire 50,300 and 49,750
shares of the BankAtlantic Bancorps Class A common stock at an exercise price of $14.69 and $9.38,
respectively. These options vest in five years and expire ten years from the grant date. The
Company recorded $15,000 and $27,000 of expenses for the three and six months ended June 30, 2007
with respect to these options. No options were granted to BFC employees during the three and six
months ended June 30, 2006.
In March 2007 Mr. Abdo, the Companys Vice Chairman, paid in full his outstanding loan balance
of $425,000 in connection with funds borrowed in July 2002 on a recourse basis.
Certain of the Companys affiliates, including its executive officers, independently made
minor investments with their own funds in both public and private entities in which the Company
holds investments.
Florida Partners Corporation owns 133,314 shares of the Companys Class B Common Stock and
1,270,294 shares of the Companys Class A Common Stock. Alan B. Levan may be deemed to be
controlling shareholder with beneficial ownership of approximately 44.5% of Florida Partners
Corporation and is also a member of its Board of Directors.
17. (Loss) Earnings Per Common Share
The Company has two classes of common stock outstanding. The two-class method is not presented
because the Companys capital structure does not provide for different dividend rates or other
preferences, other than voting rights, between the two classes. The number of options considered
outstanding shares for diluted earnings per share is based upon application of the treasury stock
method to the options outstanding as of the end of the period. I.R.E. Realty Advisory Group, Inc.
(RAG) owns 4,764,284 of BFC Financial Corporations Class A Common Stock and 500,000 shares of
BFC Financial Corporation Class B Common Stock. Because the Company owns 45.5% of the outstanding
common stock of RAG, 2,165,367 shares of Class A Common Stock and 227,250 shares of Class B Common
Stock are eliminated from the number of shares outstanding for purposes of computing earnings per
share.
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The following reconciles the numerators and denominators of the basic and diluted earnings
(loss) per common share computation for the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 (in
thousands, except per share data).
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Basic (loss) earnings per common share |
||||||||||||||||
Numerator: |
||||||||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing operations allocable to
common stock |
$ | (3,086 | ) | $ | 47 | $ | (4,900 | ) | $ | (231 | ) | |||||
Discontinued operations, net of taxes |
(15 | ) | (313 | ) | 1,038 | (522 | ) | |||||||||
Net loss allocable to common shareholders |
$ | (3,101 | ) | $ | (266 | ) | $ | (3,862 | ) | $ | (753 | ) | ||||
Denominator: |
||||||||||||||||
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding |
35,844 | 35,815 | 35,851 | 35,450 | ||||||||||||
Eliminate RAG weighted average number of common
shares |
(2,393 | ) | (2,393 | ) | (2,393 | ) | (2,393 | ) | ||||||||
Basic weighted average number of common shares
outstanding |
33,451 | 33,422 | 33,458 | 33,057 | ||||||||||||
Basic (loss) earnings per share: |
||||||||||||||||
Loss per share from continuing operations |
$ | (0.09 | ) | $ | | $ | (0.15 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | |||||
(Loss) earnings per share from discontinued operations |
| (0.01 | ) | 0.03 | (0.02 | ) | ||||||||||
Basic (loss) per common share |
$ | (0.09 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | $ | (0.12 | ) | $ | (0.03 | ) | ||||
Diluted (loss) earnings per share |
||||||||||||||||
Numerator |
||||||||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing operations allocable to
common stock |
$ | (3,086 | ) | $ | 47 | $ | (4,900 | ) | $ | (231 | ) | |||||
Effect of securities issuable by subsidiaries |
(5 | ) | (6 | ) | (31 | ) | (23 | ) | ||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing operations allocable
to common stock diluted |
(3,091 | ) | 41 | (4,931 | ) | (254 | ) | |||||||||
Discontinued operations, net of taxes |
(15 | ) | (313 | ) | 1,038 | (522 | ) | |||||||||
Effect of securities issuable by subsidiaries |
| | | | ||||||||||||
Discontinued operations, net of taxes diluted |
(15 | ) | (313 | ) | 1,038 | (522 | ) | |||||||||
Net loss allocable to common shareholders diluted |
$ | (3,106 | ) | $ | (272 | ) | $ | (3,893 | ) | $ | (776 | ) | ||||
Denominator |
||||||||||||||||
Basic weighted average number of common shares
outstanding |
33,451 | 33,422 | 33,458 | 33,057 | ||||||||||||
Common stock equivalents resulting from stock-based
compensation |
| | | | ||||||||||||
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding |
33,451 | 33,422 | 33,458 | 33,057 | ||||||||||||
Diluted (loss) earnings per share |
||||||||||||||||
Loss per share from continuing operations |
$ | (0.09 | ) | $ | | $ | (0.15 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | |||||
(Loss) earnings per share from discontinued operations |
| (0.01 | ) | 0.03 | (0.02 | ) | ||||||||||
Diluted loss per common share |
$ | (0.09 | ) | $ | (0.01 | ) | $ | (0.12 | ) | $ | (0.03 | ) | ||||
During the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, 1,348,375 and 938,439,
respectively, and during the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, 1,127,722 and 1,315,110,
respectively, of options to acquire shares of Class A Common Stock were anti-dilutive.
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18. Parent Company Financial Information
BFCs parent company accounting policies are generally the same as those described in the
summary of significant accounting policies appearing in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K as
amended by Amendment No. 2 on Form 10-K/A, for the year ended December 31, 2006. The Companys
investments in consolidated subsidiaries are presented as if accounted for using the equity method
of accounting in the parent company financial statements.
BFCs parent company unaudited condensed statements of financial condition at June 30, 2007
and December 31, 2006, unaudited condensed statements of operations for the three and six months
ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 and unaudited condensed statements of cash flows for the six months
ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 are shown below (in thousands):
Parent Company Condensed Statements of Financial Condition Unaudited
(In thousands)
(In thousands)
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Assets |
||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 16,488 | $ | 17,815 | ||||
Investment securities |
1,119 | 2,262 | ||||||
Investment in Benihana, Inc. |
20,000 | 20,000 | ||||||
Investment in venture partnerships |
898 | 908 | ||||||
Investment in BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. |
116,557 | 113,586 | ||||||
Investment in Levitt Corporation |
47,706 | 57,009 | ||||||
Investment in and advances to wholly-owned subsidiaries |
1,611 | 1,525 | ||||||
Loans receivable |
2,751 | 2,157 | ||||||
Other assets |
2,487 | 2,261 | ||||||
Total assets |
$ | 209,617 | $ | 217,523 | ||||
Liabilities and Shareholders Equity |
||||||||
Advances from and negative basis in wholly-owned
subsidiaries |
$ | 1,331 | $ | 1,290 | ||||
Other liabilities |
6,917 | 7,351 | ||||||
Deferred income taxes |
27,217 | 31,297 | ||||||
Total liabilities |
35,465 | 39,938 | ||||||
Total shareholders equity |
174,152 | 177,585 | ||||||
Total liabilities and shareholders equity |
$ | 209,617 | $ | 217,523 | ||||
Parent Company Condensed Statements of Operations Unaudited
(In thousands)
(In thousands)
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
Revenues |
$ | 1,872 | $ | 603 | $ | 2,431 | $ | 1,176 | ||||||||
Expenses |
2,276 | 2,141 | 4,190 | 4,361 | ||||||||||||
(Loss) before earnings (loss) from subsidiaries |
(404 | ) | (1,538 | ) | (1,759 | ) | (3,185 | ) | ||||||||
Equity from earnings in BankAtlantic Bancorp |
2,588 | 2,249 | 2,111 | 3,993 | ||||||||||||
Equity from loss in Levitt |
(9,646 | ) | (123 | ) | (9,484 | ) | (232 | ) | ||||||||
Equity from earnings (loss) in other subsidiaries |
109 | (143 | ) | 124 | (175 | ) | ||||||||||
Loss income before income taxes |
(7,353 | ) | 445 | (9,008 | ) | 401 | ||||||||||
(Benefit) provision for income taxes |
(4,454 | ) | 211 | (4,483 | ) | 257 | ||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing operations |
(2,899 | ) | 234 | (4,525 | ) | 144 | ||||||||||
Equity in subsidiaries discontinued operations, net of tax |
(15 | ) | (313 | ) | 1,038 | (522 | ) | |||||||||
Net loss |
(2,914 | ) | (79 | ) | (3,487 | ) | (378 | ) | ||||||||
5% Preferred Stock dividends |
(187 | ) | (187 | ) | (375 | ) | (375 | ) | ||||||||
Net loss allocable to common stock |
$ | (3,101 | ) | $ | (266 | ) | $ | (3,862 | ) | $ | (753 | ) | ||||
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Parent Company Statements of Cash Flow Unaudited
(In thousands)
(In thousands)
For the Six Months | ||||||||
Ended June 30, | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Operating Activities: |
||||||||
Net cash used in operating activities |
$ | (3,475 | ) | $ | (2,262 | ) | ||
Investing Activities: |
||||||||
Proceeds from the sale of investment in real estate limited partnership |
1,000 | | ||||||
Proceeds from the sale of securities |
1,336 | | ||||||
Investment in real estate limited partnership |
| (1,000 | ) | |||||
Net cash provided by (used) in investing activities |
2,336 | (1,000 | ) | |||||
Financing Activities: |
||||||||
Proceeds from issuance of Common Stock upon exercise of stock option |
187 | | ||||||
Payment of the minimum withholding tax upon the exercise of stock options |
| (4,155 | ) | |||||
5% Preferred Stock dividends paid |
(375 | ) | (375 | ) | ||||
Net cash used in financing activities |
(188 | ) | (4,530 | ) | ||||
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents |
(1,327 | ) | (7,792 | ) | ||||
Cash at beginning of period |
17,815 | 26,683 | ||||||
Cash at end of period |
$ | 16,488 | $ | 18,891 | ||||
Supplementary disclosure of non-cash investing and financing activities |
||||||||
Net decrease in shareholders equity from the effect of subsidiaries
capital transactions, net of income taxes |
$ | (246 | ) | $ | (313 | ) | ||
Decrease in accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of taxes |
(269 | ) | (804 | ) | ||||
Issuance and retirement of Common Stock accepted as consideration
for the exercise price of stock options |
| 4,156 | ||||||
Cumulative effect adjustment upon adoption of FASB Interpretation No. 48 |
121 | |
Cash dividends received from subsidiaries for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006
were $1.1 million for each period ended.
19. Litigation
On February 28, 2007 and March 1, 2007, two identical complaints were filed in the 17th
Judicial Circuit in and for Broward County, Florida against Levitt, the members of Levitts
Board of Directors and BFC Financial Corporation in (i) Samuel Flamholz, on behalf of himself and
all others similarly situated, v. James Blosser, Darwin Dornbush, Alan B. Levan, William Scherer,
S. Lawrence Kahn, III, Joel Levy, John E. Abdo, William Nicholson, Alan J. Levy, Levitt
Corporation, and BFC Financial Corp. and (ii) Elaine Mount, on behalf of herself and all others
similarly situated, v. James Blosser, Darwin Dornbush, Alan B. Levan, William Scherer, S. Lawrence
Kahn, III, Joel Levy, John E. Abdo, William Nicholson, Alan J. Levy, Levitt Corporation, and BFC
Financial Corp., respectively. Each complaint relates to the previously reported definitive merger
agreement entered into by Levitt and BFC, pursuant to which Levitt would, if the merger is
consummated, become a wholly-owned subsidiary of BFC. The complaints allege that the members of
Levitts Board of Directors breached their fiduciary duty to Levitts minority shareholders by
approving the merger agreement with BFC. In both complaints, the plaintiffs sought to enjoin the
merger or, if it is completed, to rescind it. On June 22, 2007, an order dismissing the claims
without prejudice or cost or fees to either side was entered by the court. At this time, the Company does not estimate that it will incur any additional loss with respect to this litigation.
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20. Agreement to Acquire Levitt
As previously reported, the Company, on January 30, 2007, entered into a definitive merger
agreement with Levitt which, if the transactions contemplated by such agreement are consummated,
would result in Levitt becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company. If the merger is
consummated, holders of Levitt Class A Common Stock other than the Company will receive 2.27 shares
of the Companys Class A Common Stock for each share of Levitt Class A Common Stock they hold at
the effective time of the merger and cash in lieu of any fractional shares. Further, under the
terms of the merger agreement, options to purchase, and restricted stock awards, of shares of
Levitts Class A common stock will be converted into options to purchase, and restricted stock
awards, as applicable, of shares of BFC Class A Common Stock with appropriate adjustments. The
merger agreement contains certain customary representations, warranties and covenants on the part
of the Company and Levitt, and the consummation of the merger is subject to a number of customary
closing and termination conditions. Further, in addition to the shareholder approvals required by
Florida law, the merger will also be subject to the approval of the holders of Levitts Class A
common stock other than BFC and certain other shareholders. The shares of Levitt common stock held
by the Company will be cancelled in the merger. Pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement, both
BFC and Levitt were entitled to terminate the Merger Agreement if the Merger was not consummated by
July 31, 2007; provided, however, that BFC was entitled to extend this termination date to a date
not later than October 1, 2007 on certain conditions by providing written notice of such extension
to Levitt by July 15, 2007. On July 11, 2007, BFC provided written notice to Levitt of its election
to extend the above-mentioned termination date to October 1, 2007. BFC is currently reviewing the
merger transaction to determine whether it is willing to proceed with the transaction given current
circumstances and events relating to Levitt and the transaction, and BFC has been advised by Levitt
that it is also reviewing how best to proceed.
21. Subsequent Event
In July 2007, the Company sold 11,500,000 shares of its Class A Common Stock pursuant to a
registered underwritten public offering at $3.40 per share. Net proceeds from the sale of the
11,500,000 shares by the Company totaled approximately $36.3 million, after underwriting discounts,
commissions and offering expenses. The Companys management expects to use the proceeds of this
offering to support Levitt and for general corporate purposes, including working capital. Levitt
previously indicated that, if the announced merger is not consummated for any reason, it currently
intends to pursue a rights offering to holders of its common stock, giving each such holder,
including BFC, the right to purchase a proportional number of additional shares of Levitts Class A
Common Stock. BFC currently intends to use the net proceeds of this offering primarily to fully
participate in any rights offering made by Levitt or to otherwise make additional debt or equity
investments in Levitt.
22. New Accounting Pronouncements
In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements. The Statement
defines fair value in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), establishes a framework
for measuring fair value and expands disclosure about fair value measurements. The Statement will
change key concepts in fair value measures including the establishment of a fair value hierarchy
and the concept of the most advantageous or principal market. This Statement does not require any
new fair value measurement. The Statement applies to financial statements issued for fiscal years
beginning after November 15, 2007. The Company is required to implement this Statement on January
1, 2008. Management is currently evaluating the impact this Statement will have on its financial
statements.
In February 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 159, The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets
and Financial Liabilities, which permits entities to choose to measure eligible assets and
liabilities at fair value on a contract by contract basis (the fair value option). The objective is
to improve financial reporting by providing entities with the opportunity to mitigate volatility in
reported earnings caused by measuring related assets and liabilities differently without having to
apply complex hedge accounting provisions. SFAS No. 159 also establishes presentation and
disclosure requirements designed to facilitate comparisons between entities that choose different
measurement attributes for similar types of assets and liabilities. SFAS No. 159 is effective for
fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. The Company expects to implement the Statement as of
January 1, 2008 and management does not believe that the adoption of SFAS No. 159 will have a
significant impact on the Companys consolidated financial statements.
In November 2006, the FASB issued Emerging Issues Task Force Issue No. 06-8, Applicability of
the Assessment of a Buyers Continuing Investment under FASB Statement No. 66, Accounting for Sales
of Real Estate, for Sales of Condominiums, (EITF 06-8). EITF 06-8 establishes that a company
should evaluate the adequacy of the buyers continuing investment in determining whether to
recognize profit under the percentage-of-completion method. EITF 06-8 is effective for the first
annual reporting period beginning after March 15, 2007 (our fiscal year beginning January 1, 2008).
The effect of this EITF is not expected to have a material impact on the Companys consolidated
financial statements.
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Item 2. Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Overview
The objective of the following discussion is to provide an understanding of the financial
condition and results of operations of BFC Financial Corporation (which may also be referred to as
BFC, the Company, we, us, or our) for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006.
BFC Financial Corporation (NYSE Arca: BFF) is a diversified holding company that invests in
and acquires private and public companies in different industries. BFC is typically a long-term,
buy and hold investor whose direct and indirect, diverse ownership interests span a variety of
business sectors, including consumer and commercial banking; homebuilding; development of
master-planned communities; the hospitality and leisure sector through the development, marketing
and sales of vacation resorts on a time-share, vacation club model; the restaurant and casual
family dining business, and real estate investment banking and investment services. BFCs current
major holdings include a controlling interest in BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. (BankAtlantic
Bancorp) (NYSE: BBX), which includes its subsidiary, BankAtlantic, and a 16% ownership interest in
Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF); Levitt Corporation (Levitt) (NYSE: LEV), which includes its
subsidiaries Levitt and Sons, LLC (Levitt and Sons) and Core Communities, LLC (Core
Communities) and Levitts 31% ownership interest in Bluegreen Corporation (Bluegreen) (NYSE: BXG); a
minority interest in the national restaurant chain, Benihana, Inc. (Nasdaq: BNHN); and Cypress
Creek Capital, Inc. (CCC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of BFC. Although BFCs current holdings
primarily consist of minority positions, it also explores investment opportunities with an 80-100%
ownership potential. As a result of the Companys position as the controlling shareholder of
BankAtlantic Bancorp, BFC is a unitary savings bank holding company regulated by the Office of
Thrift Supervision.
As a holding company with controlling positions in BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt, generally
accepted accounting principles (GAAP) require BFC to consolidate the financial results of these
companies. As a consequence, the assets and liabilities of both entities are presented on a
consolidated basis in BFCs financial statements. However, except as otherwise noted, the debts and
obligations of BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt are not direct obligations of BFC and are
non-recourse to BFC. Similarly, the assets of those entities are not available to BFC absent its
pro rata share in a dividend or distribution. The recognition by BFC of income from controlled
entities is determined based on the percentage of its economic ownership in those entities. As
shown below, BFCs economic ownership in BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt is 22.7% and 16.6%,
respectively, which results in BFC recognizing 22.7% and 16.6% of BankAtlantic Bancorps and
Levitts net income or loss, respectively. The portion of income or loss in those subsidiaries not
attributable to our economic ownership interests is classified in our financial statements as
noncontrolling interest and is subtracted from income before income taxes to arrive at
consolidated net income in our financial statements.
As of June 30, 2007, we had total consolidated assets of approximately $7.6 billion, including
the assets of our consolidated subsidiaries, noncontrolling interest of $636.5 million and
shareholders equity of approximately $174.2 million.
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BFCs ownership in BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt as of June 30, 2007 was as follows:
Percent | ||||||||||||
Shares | Percent of | of | ||||||||||
Owned | Ownership | Vote | ||||||||||
BankAtlantic Bancorp |
||||||||||||
Class A Common Stock |
8,329,236 | 15.65 | % | 8.30 | % | |||||||
Class B Common Stock |
4,876,124 | 100.00 | % | 47.00 | % | |||||||
Total |
13,205,360 | 22.73 | % | 55.30 | % | |||||||
Levitt |
||||||||||||
Class A Common Stock |
2,074,243 | 11.14 | % | 5.91 | % | |||||||
Class B Common Stock |
1,219,031 | 100.00 | % | 47.00 | % | |||||||
Total |
3,293,274 | 16.60 | % | 52.91 | % |
Forward Looking Statements
Except for historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this
document contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act
of 1933, as amended (the Securities Act), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended (the Exchange Act), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. When used in
this document and in any documents incorporated by reference herein, the words anticipate,
believe, estimate, may, intend, expect and similar expressions identify certain of such
forward-looking statements. Actual results, performance, or achievements could differ materially
from those contemplated, expressed, or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein.
These forward-looking statements are based largely on the expectations of the Company and are
subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that are subject to change based on factors which
are, in many instances, beyond the Companys control. When considering those forward-looking
statements, the reader should keep in mind the risks, uncertainties and other cautionary statements
made in this report. The reader should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statement,
which speaks only as of the date made. This document also contains information regarding the past
performance of our investments and the reader should note that prior or current performance of
investments and acquisitions is not a guarantee or indication of future performance.
Some factors which may affect the accuracy of the forward-looking statements apply generally
to the financial services, real estate development, homebuilding, resort development and vacation
ownership, restaurant and real estate investment banking and services industries, while other
factors apply directly to us. These include, but are not limited to, the following risks and
uncertainties associated with BFC:
| the impact of economic, competitive and other factors affecting the Company and its subsidiaries, and their operations, markets, products and services; | ||
| that available cash may not be sufficient to make desired investments; | ||
| that we may not be able to successfully execute our anticipated growth strategies; | ||
| that BFC shareholders interests may be diluted in transactions utilizing BFC stock for consideration and investments in its subsidiaries may be diluted by transactions entered into by the subsidiaries; | ||
| that the performance of entities in which the Company holds interests may not be as anticipated; | ||
| that BFC will be subject to the unique business and industry risks and characteristics of each entity in which an investment is made; and | ||
| that appropriate investment opportunities on reasonable terms and at reasonable prices may not be available. |
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With respect to BankAtlantic Bancorp the risks and uncertainties that may affect BankAtlantic
Bancorp are:
| credit risks and loan losses, and the related sufficiency of the allowance for loan losses, including the impact on the credit quality of BankAtlantics loans, of changes in the real estate markets in BankAtlantic trade areas, and where BankAtlantics collateral is located; | ||
| the quality of BankAtlantics residential land acquisition and development loans (including Builder Land Loans) and conditions specifically in that market sector; | ||
| changes in interest rates and the effects of, and changes in, trade, monetary and fiscal policies and laws including the impact on BankAtlantics net interest margin; | ||
| adverse conditions in the stock market, the public debt market and other capital markets and the impact of such conditions on BankAtlantic Bancorp activities and the value of its assets; | ||
| BankAtlantics seven-day banking initiatives and other growth, marketing or advertising initiatives not resulting in continued growth of core deposits or producing results which do not justify their cost; the success of expense discipline initiatives; | ||
| BankAtlantics new store expansion program, successfully opening the anticipated number of new stores in 2007 and achieving growth and profitability at the stores in the time frames anticipated, if at all; | ||
| the impact of periodic testing of goodwill and other intangible assets for impairment; and | ||
| that past performance, actual or estimated new account openings and growth rates may not be indicative of future results. |
Additionally, BankAtlantic Bancorp acquired a significant investment in Stifel equity
securities in connection with the Ryan Beck Holdings, Inc. sale, subjecting BankAtlantic Bancorp to
the risk of the value of Stifel shares and warrants received varying over time. The earn-out
amounts payable under the agreement with Stifel are contingent upon the performance of individuals
and divisions of Ryan Beck which are now under the exclusive control and direction of Stifel, and
there is no assurance that BankAtlantic Bancorp will be entitled to receive any earn-out payments.
With respect to Levitt, the risks and uncertainties that may affect Levitt are:
| the impact of economic, competitive and other factors affecting Levitt and its operations; | ||
| the market for real estate in the areas where Levitt has developments, including the impact of market conditions on Levitts margins and the fair value of Levitts real estate inventory; | ||
| the accuracy of the estimated fair value of Levitts real estate inventory and the potential for further impairment charges; | ||
| the impact of impairment charges and slow sales on Levitts debt instruments, including the potential that lenders require curtailment payments or other prepayments; | ||
| the need to offer additional incentives or discounts to buyers to generate sales; | ||
| the effects of increases in interest rates and availability of credit to buyers of Levitt homes; | ||
| cancellations of existing sales contracts and the ability to consummate sales contracts included in Levitts backlog; | ||
| Levitts ability to timely deliver homes from backlog, shorten delivery cycles and improve operational and construction efficiency; | ||
| the realization of cost savings associated with reductions of workforce and the ability to limit overhead and costs commensurate with sales; | ||
| Levitts ability to periodically renew credit facilities on acceptable terms, if at all, and enable Levitt to finance projects through completion; | ||
| Levitts ability to maintain sufficient liquidity and satisfactory banking relationships in the event of a continued weakness in the housing market and continued negative cash flow; | ||
| Levitts ability to access additional capital on acceptable terms, if at all, including through BFC; and | ||
| Levitts success at managing the risks involved in the foregoing. |
In addition to the risks and factors identified above and elsewhere in this document,
reference is also made to other risks and factors detailed in reports filed by the Company with the
Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company cautions that the foregoing factors are not
exclusive.
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Critical Accounting Policies
Management views critical accounting policies as accounting policies that are important
to the understanding of our financial statements and also involve estimates and judgments about
inherently uncertain matters. In preparing the financial statements, management is required to
make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and
disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the date of the consolidated statements of
financial condition and assumptions and estimates that affect the recognition of income and
expenses on the consolidated statement of operations for the periods presented. Actual results
could differ significantly from those estimates. Material estimates that are particularly
susceptible to significant change in subsequent periods relate to the determination of the
allowance for loan losses, evaluation of goodwill and other intangible assets for impairment, the
valuation of real estate acquired in connection with foreclosure or in satisfaction of loans, the
valuation of the fair value of assets and liabilities in the application of the purchase method of
accounting, the amount of the deferred tax asset valuation allowance, accounting for uncertain tax
positions, accounting for contingencies, and assumptions used in the valuation of stock based
compensation. The ten accounting policies that we have identified as critical accounting policies
are: (i) allowance for loan losses; (ii) valuation of securities as well as the determination of
other-than-temporary declines in value; (iii) impairment of goodwill and other indefinite life
intangible assets; (iv) impairment of long-lived assets; (v) accounting for business combinations
(vi) the valuation of real estate held for development and sale (vii) the valuation of equity
method investments, (vii) accounting for uncertain tax positions; (ix) accounting for
contingencies; and (x) accounting for share-based compensation. For a more detailed discussion of
these critical accounting policies (except for the accounting for uncertain tax positions which is
described below) see Critical Accounting Policies appearing in the Companys Annual Report on
Form 10-K, as amended by Amendment No. 2 on Form 10-K/A, for the year ended December 31, 2006.
Accounting for Uncertain Tax Positions
The Company accounts for uncertain tax positions in accordance with FIN 48. An uncertain
tax position is defined by FIN 48 as a position in a previously filed tax return or a position
expected to be taken in a future tax return that is not based on clear and unambiguous tax law and
which is reflected in measuring current or deferred income tax assets and liabilities for interim
or annual periods. The application of income tax law is inherently complex. The Company is required
to determine if an income tax position meets the criteria of more-likely-than-not to be realized
based on the merits of the position under tax laws, in order to recognize an income tax benefit.
This requires the Company to make many assumptions and judgments regarding merits of income tax
positions and the application of income tax law. Additionally, if a tax position meets the
recognition criteria of more-likely-than-not the Company is required to make judgments and
assumptions to measure the amount of the tax benefits to recognize based on the probability of the
amount of tax benefits that would be realized if the tax position was challenged by the taxing
authorities. Interpretations and guidance surrounding income tax laws and regulations change over
time. As a consequence, changes in assumptions and judgments can materially affect amounts
recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition and the Consolidated Statements of
Operations.
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Summary of Consolidated Results of Operations by Segment
The table below sets forth the Companys results of operations (in thousands):
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||
(as adjusted) | (as adjusted) | |||||||||||||||
BFC Activities |
$ | 4,153 | $ | (1,899 | ) | $ | 2,840 | $ | (3,622 | ) | ||||||
Financial Services |
11,728 | 10,443 | 9,524 | 18,465 | ||||||||||||
Homebuilding & Real Estate Development |
(58,087 | ) | (737 | ) | (57,111 | ) | (1,398 | ) | ||||||||
(42,206 | ) | 7,807 | (44,747 | ) | 13,445 | |||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(39,307 | ) | 7,573 | (40,222 | ) | 13,301 | ||||||||||
(Loss) income from continuing
operations |
(2,899 | ) | 234 | (4,525 | ) | 144 | ||||||||||
Discontinued operations, less income tax |
(15 | ) | (313 | ) | 1,038 | (522 | ) | |||||||||
Net loss |
(2,914 | ) | (79 | ) | (3,487 | ) | (378 | ) | ||||||||
5% Preferred Stock dividends |
(187 | ) | (187 | ) | (375 | ) | (375 | ) | ||||||||
Net loss allocable to common
shareholders |
$ | (3,101 | ) | $ | (266 | ) | $ | (3,862 | ) | $ | (753 | ) | ||||
Net loss for the three months ended June 30, 2007 was $2.9 million compared with net
loss of $79,000 for the same period in 2006. Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2007 was
$3.5 million compared with net loss of $378,000 for the same period in 2006. Net loss for the
three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 includes $313,000 and $15,000 losses, respectively, from
discontinued operations, net of income taxes and noncontrolling interest associated with Ryan Beck.
Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 includes $1.0 million income and $522,000
loss, respectively, from discontinued operations, net of income taxes and noncontrolling interest
associated with Ryan Beck, which was sold by BankAtlantic Bancorp to Stifel as described in note 3
to the unaudited financial statements for the quarter ended June 30, 2007.
The 5% Preferred Stock dividend represents the dividends paid by the Company on its 5%
Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock.
The results of operations from continuing operations of our business segments and related
matters are discussed below.
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BFC Activities
Since BFCs principal activities consist of managing existing investments and seeking and
evaluating potential new investments, BFC itself has no significant direct revenue or
cash-generating operations. We depend on dividends from our subsidiaries for a significant portion
of our cash flow. Regulatory restrictions and the terms of indebtedness limit the ability of our
subsidiaries to pay dividends. Dividends by each of BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt also are
subject to a number of conditions, including cash flow and profitability, declaration by each
companys Board of Directors, compliance with the terms of each companys outstanding indebtedness,
and in the case of BankAtlantic Bancorp, regulatory restrictions applicable to BankAtlantic.
BankAtlantic Bancorps and Levitts Boards of Directors are comprised of individuals, a majority of
whom are independent.
The BFC Activities segment includes all of the operations and all of the assets owned by BFC
other than BankAtlantic Bancorp and its subsidiaries and Levitt and its subsidiaries. This includes
dividends from our investment in Benihana convertible preferred stock and other securities and
investments, advisory fee income and operating expenses from CCC, interest income from loans
receivable and income from the shared service arrangement with BankAtlantic Bancorp, Levitt and
Bluegreen to provide shared service operations in the areas of human resources, risk management,
investor relations and executive office administration. The BFC Activities segment also includes
BFCs overhead and interest expense, the financial results of venture partnerships that BFC
controls and BFCs provision for income taxes (benefit) including the tax provision related to the
Companys interest in the earnings or losses of BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt. BankAtlantic
Bancorp and Levitt are consolidated in our financial statements, as described earlier. The
Companys earnings or losses in BankAtlantic Bancorp are included in our Financial Services
segment, and Levitts earnings and losses are included in the Primary Homebuilding, Tennessee
Homebuilding, Land Division and Levitt Other Operations segments.
At June 30, 2007, BFC had 12 employees dedicated to BFC operations, 10 employees in Cypress
Creek Capital, and 26 employees providing shared services to BFC and the affiliate companies. At
June 30, 2006 there were 12 employees dedicated to BFC operations, 10 employees in Cypress Creek
Capital and 23 employees providing shared services.
The discussion that follows reflects the operations and related matters of the BFC Activities
segment (in thousands).
For the Three Months | Change | For the Six Months | Change | |||||||||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | 2007 vs. | Ended June 30, | 2007 vs. | |||||||||||||||||||||
(In thousands) | 2007 | 2006 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | 2006 | ||||||||||||||||||
(as adjusted) | (as adjusted) | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Revenues |
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Interest and dividend
income |
$ | 495 | $ | 546 | $ | (51 | ) | $ | 1,004 | $ | 1,116 | $ | (112 | ) | ||||||||||
Other income |
2,890 | 1,027 | 1,863 | 4,517 | 2,031 | 2,486 | ||||||||||||||||||
3,385 | 1,573 | 1,812 | 5,521 | 3,147 | 2,374 | |||||||||||||||||||
Cost and Expenses |
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Interest expense |
16 | 4 | 12 | 28 | 16 | 12 | ||||||||||||||||||
Employee
compensation and
benefits |
2,750 | 2,299 | 451 | 5,494 | 4,736 | 758 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other expenses |
922 | 918 | 4 | 1,644 | 1,758 | (114 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
3,688 | 3,221 | 467 | 7,166 | 6,510 | 656 | |||||||||||||||||||
Loss before income
taxes |
(303 | ) | (1,648 | ) | 1,345 | (1,645 | ) | (3,363 | ) | 1,718 | ||||||||||||||
(Benefit) provision for
income taxes |
(4,456 | ) | 251 | (4,707 | ) | (4,485 | ) | 259 | (4,744 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(5 | ) | (5 | ) | | (8 | ) | (4 | ) | (4 | ) | |||||||||||||
(Loss) income from
continuing
operations |
$ | 4,158 | $ | (1,894 | ) | $ | 6,052 | $ | 2,848 | $ | (3,618 | ) | $ | 6,466 | ||||||||||
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The approximate $1.9 million increase in other income during the three months ended June
30, 2007 as compared to the same period in 2006 was primarily related to a $1.3 million gain on the
sale of securities in 2007 and advisory fees earned by CCC of approximately $793,000 in 2007 as
compared to $296,000 in 2006. The increase in other income during the six months ended June 30,
2007 as compared to the same period in 2006 was due to a $1.3 million gain on the sale of
securities and advisory fees earned by CCC of approximately $1.6 million in 2007 as compared to
$623,000 in 2006. There were $728,000 in shared services reimbursements included in other income
for the quarter ending June 30, 2007 compared with $621,000 included in other income for the same
period in the prior year. For the six months ended June 30, 2007, other income included $1.5
million in shared services reimbursements compared with $1.2 million for the same period in the
prior year.
Employee compensation and benefits for employees dedicated to BFC operations, shared services
and Cypress Creek Capital totaled $1.5 million, $0.8 million, and $0.4 million, respectively, for
the quarter ended June 30, 2007 compared with $1.3 million, $0.6 million and $0.4 million in the
same quarter in the prior year. The increase in employee compensation and benefits of 16% during
the three months ended June 30, 2007 as compared to the same period in 2006 was primarily due to an
increase in share based non cash compensation related to stock options of approximately $137,000
recorded in BFC operations, and increases in compensation for shared services personnel. Employee
compensation and benefits for employees dedicated to BFC operations, shared services and Cypress
Creek Capital totaled $2.7 million, $1.6 million, and $1.1 million, respectively, for the six
months ended June 30, 2007 compared with $2.8 million, $1.2 million and $0.7 million in the same
period in the prior year. The increase in employee compensation and benefits of 20% during the six
months ended June 30, 2007 as compared to the same period in 2006 was primarily due to an increase
in share based non cash compensation related to stock options of approximately $179,000 recorded in
BFC operations, and increases in compensation for shared services and Cypress Creek personnel.
Other expenses include audit fees, legal fees, directors costs and insurance. There were no meaningful changes in other
expenses during the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2006 as compared to the same periods in 2007.
The BFC Activities segment includes our provision (benefit) for income taxes including the tax
provision (benefit) relating to our earnings (loss) from BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt.
BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt are consolidated in our financial statements. The increases in
BFCs income tax benefit for the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 as compared to the same
periods in 2006 were primarily due to the tax benefit from our equity loss from Levitt. The
Companys income tax provision (benefit) on a quarterly basis is estimated based on the Companys
estimated annual effective rate for the year 2007.
Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information
The following unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements present the pro
forma combined financial position and results of operations of BFC as if the merger with Levitt was
consummated, reflecting Levitt as its wholly-owned subsidiary, based upon the historical financial
statements of BFC and Levitt, after giving effect to the merger and adjustments described in the
accompanying footnotes, and are intended to reflect the impact of the merger on BFC. The unaudited
pro forma condensed combined financial statements are based upon and have been developed from the
historical audited consolidated financial statements of BFC contained in its Annual Report on Form
10-K, as amended by Amendment No. 2 on Form 10-K/A, for the year ended December 31, 2006 and the
historical audited consolidated financial statements of Levitt contained in its Annual Report on
Form 10-K, as amended by Amendment No. 2 on Form 10-K/A, for the year ended December 31, 2006.
BFC is currently reviewing the merger transaction to determine whether it is willing to
proceed with the transaction given current circumstances and events relating to Levitt and the
transaction, and BFC has been advised by Levitt that it is also reviewing how best to proceed.
The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements are prepared using the
purchase method of accounting, with BFC treated as the acquiror and as if the merger had been
consummated on June 30, 2007, for purposes of preparing the unaudited pro forma condensed combined
balance sheet as of June 30, 2007, and on January 1, 2007 and 2006, for purposes of preparing the
unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations for six months ended June 30, 2007
and for the year ended December 31, 2006, respectively. The following unaudited pro forma condensed
combined financial statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and do not purport to
represent what the actual consolidated results of operations or the actual consolidated financial
position of BFC would have been had the merger occurred on the dates assumed, nor are they
necessarily indicative of the future consolidated results of operations or consolidated financial
position of BFC following the merger. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial
statements should be read in conjunction with the separate historical consolidated financial
statements and accompanying notes of BFC and Levitt.
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UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED BALANCE SHEET
(In thousands, except share data)
(In thousands, except share data)
Pro forma | ||||||||||||
June 30, | Adjustments | |||||||||||
2007 | (a) | Pro forma | ||||||||||
ASSETS |
||||||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 224,029 | $ | | $ | 224,029 | ||||||
Securities available for sale (at fair value) |
683,380 | | 683,380 | |||||||||
Investment securities (approximate fair value $311,574) |
298,724 | | 298,724 | |||||||||
Tax certificates net of allowance of $3,829 |
230,540 | | 230,540 | |||||||||
Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost which approximates fair
value |
74,003 | | 74,003 | |||||||||
Loans receivable, net of allowance for loan losses of $55,108 |
4,614,891 | | 4,614,891 | |||||||||
Residential loans held for sale |
6,980 | | 6,980 | |||||||||
Real estate held for development and sale |
801,440 | | 801,440 | |||||||||
Real estate owned |
23,886 | | 23,886 | |||||||||
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates |
125,244 | (26,651 | )(b) | 98,593 | ||||||||
Properties and equipment, net |
277,786 | (9,143 | )(c) | 268,643 | ||||||||
Goodwill and other intangibles |
76,586 | | 76,586 | |||||||||
Deferred income tax asset |
| 23,744 | (d) | 23,744 | ||||||||
Other assets |
97,371 | (10,203 | )(e) | 87,168 | ||||||||
Assets held for sale |
71,380 | 20,848 | (f) | 92,228 | ||||||||
Total assets |
$ | 7,606,240 | $ | (1,406 | ) | $ | 7,604,834 | |||||
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS EQUITY |
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Liabilities: |
||||||||||||
Deposits: |
||||||||||||
Non-interest bearing deposits |
$ | 971,260 | $ | | $ | 971,260 | ||||||
Interest bearing deposits |
3,045,883 | | 3,045,883 | |||||||||
Total deposits |
4,017,143 | | 4,017,143 | |||||||||
Customer deposits on real estate held for sale |
26,296 | | 26,296 | |||||||||
Advances from FHLB |
1,397,051 | | 1,397,051 | |||||||||
Short term borrowings |
181,513 | | 181,513 | |||||||||
Subordinated debentures, notes and bonds payable and junior
subordinated debentures |
972,569 | 485 | (g) | 973,054 | ||||||||
Deferred tax liabilities, net |
1,845 | (1,845 | )(d) | | ||||||||
Other liabilities |
150,418 | | 150,418 | |||||||||
Liabilities related to assets held for sale |
48,763 | | 48,763 | |||||||||
Total liabilities |
6,795,598 | (1,359 | ) | 6,794,239 | ||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
636,490 | (239,634 | ) | 396,856 | ||||||||
Commitments and contingencies |
||||||||||||
Shareholders equity: |
||||||||||||
Preferred stock of $.01 par value; authorized 10,000,000 shares;
5% Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock (5% Preferred Stock)
issued and outstanding 15,000 shares |
| | | |||||||||
Class A common stock of $.01 par value, authorized 70,000,000
shares; issued and outstanding 28,895,280 as adjusted, 66,429,233 shares issued and outstanding, pro forma |
267 | 375 | 642 | |||||||||
Class B common stock of $.01 par value, authorized 20,000,000
shares;
issued and outstanding 7,103,753 |
69 | | 69 | |||||||||
Additional paid-in capital |
94,486 | 239,212 | 333,698 | |||||||||
Retained earnings |
78,148 | 78,148 | ||||||||||
Total shareholders equity before
accumulated other comprehensive income |
172,970 | 239,587 | (h) | 412,557 | ||||||||
Accumulated other comprehensive income |
1,182 | | 1,182 | |||||||||
Total shareholders equity |
174,152 | 239,587 | 413,739 | |||||||||
Total liabilities and shareholders equity |
$ | 7,606,240 | $ | (1,406 | ) | $ | 7,604,834 | |||||
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(a) | Pro forma adjustments represent BFCs acquisition of 83.4% of the difference in the estimated fair value of Levitts net assets after allocation of negative goodwill as compared to the corresponding book value. Negative goodwill resulted from the estimated fair value of acquired net assets exceeding the assumed purchase price (see footnote h). Negative goodwill was allocated to certain non-financial assets on a pro-rata basis to reduce the estimated fair value of such assets. Estimated fair values of Levitts net assets upon consummation of the merger may be different than as assumed herein due to fluctuations in the value of the net assets over time. The Company plans to continue to further research the appropriate allocation of negative goodwill and accordingly allocations may be subject to change in the future. | |
(b) | Represents a decrease of $26.7 million associated with the pro-rata allocation of $28.0 million in negative goodwill and an increase of approximately $1.3 million based upon the estimated total market value of the investment in Bluegreen common stock at June 29, 2007. The estimated total market value of the investment in Bluegreen was determined by multiplying the closing price of Bluegreen common stock on June 29, 2007 by the number of shares owned. | |
(c) | Represents a decrease of $9.1 million associated with the pro-rata allocation of negative goodwill. | |
(d) | Represents the reversal of BFCs deferred tax liability of $15.7 million associated with Levitts undistributed earnings and the deferred tax consequences of basis differences created by purchase accounting (approximately $16.3 million.) Basis differences arise between the historical tax basis of Levitts net assets as compared to the book value of such assets recorded in purchase accounting which resulted in reclassifying $23.7 million from deferred tax liability to deferred tax asset. The deferred tax asset was computed using an income tax rate of 38.575%, the statutory rate in effect during the period presented. | |
(e) | Represents write-off of debt financing costs of $5.0 million and pro-rata allocation of negative goodwill of $5.2 million. | |
(f) | Represents an increase of approximately $20.8 million to estimated fair value for commercial properties held for sale. | |
(g) | Represents the estimated fair value of debt obligations based upon current borrowing rates for similar types of borrowing arrangements. | |
(h) | The assumed purchase price of $239.6 million represents the value of consideration for the merger, including the shares of BFCs Class A Common Stock exchanged in the merger and cash consideration paid for costs associated with the merger. The value of BFC shares exchanged was calculated at $6.25, determined using the average of the closing prices of BFCs Class A Common Stock for a few days prior and subsequent to January 30, 2007, the date the terms of the merger agreement were finalized and announced. |
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UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands, except for per share data)
(In thousands, except for per share data)
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 | For the Year Ended December 31, 2006 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Pro forma | Pro forma | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Adjustments | Pro forma | Adjustments | Pro forma | |||||||||||||||||||||
Revenues |
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BFC Activities |
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Interest and dividend income |
$ | 983 | $ | | $ | 983 | $ | 2,249 | $ | | $ | 2,249 | ||||||||||||
Other income, net |
3,229 | | 3,229 | 1,433 | | 1,433 | ||||||||||||||||||
4,212 | | 4,212 | 3,682 | | 3,682 | |||||||||||||||||||
Financial Services |
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Interest and dividend income |
187,315 | | 187,315 | 367,177 | | 367,177 | ||||||||||||||||||
Service charges on deposits |
50,403 | | 50,403 | 90,472 | | 90,472 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other service charges and fees |
14,557 | | 14,557 | 27,542 | | 27,542 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other income |
15,377 | | 15,377 | 22,555 | | 22,555 | ||||||||||||||||||
267,652 | | 267,652 | 507,746 | | 507,746 | |||||||||||||||||||
Homebuilding &
Real Estate Development |
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Sales of real estate |
266,662 | | 266,662 | 566,086 | | 566,086 | ||||||||||||||||||
Interest and dividend income |
1,347 | | 1,347 | 2,474 | | 2,474 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other income |
9,195 | | 9,195 | 14,592 | | 14,592 | ||||||||||||||||||
277,204 | | 277,204 | 583,152 | | 583,152 | |||||||||||||||||||
Total revenues |
549,068 | | 549,068 | 1,094,580 | | 1,094,580 | ||||||||||||||||||
Costs and Expenses |
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BFC Activities |
||||||||||||||||||||||||
Interest expense |
28 | | 28 | 30 | | 30 | ||||||||||||||||||
Employee compensation and
Benefits |
5,494 | | 5,494 | 9,407 | | 9,407 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other expenses |
1,516 | | 1,516 | 2,933 | | 2,933 | ||||||||||||||||||
7,038 | | 7,038 | 12,370 | | 12,370 | |||||||||||||||||||
Financial Services |
||||||||||||||||||||||||
Interest expense, net of
interest capitalized |
94,026 | | 94,026 | 166,578 | | 166,578 | ||||||||||||||||||
Provision for loan losses |
12,378 | | 12,378 | 8,574 | | 8,574 | ||||||||||||||||||
Employee compensation and
Benefits |
78,998 | | 78,998 | 150,804 | | 150,804 | ||||||||||||||||||
Occupancy and equipment |
31,871 | | 31,871 | 57,308 | | 57,308 | ||||||||||||||||||
Advertising and promotion |
10,067 | | 10,067 | 35,067 | | 35,067 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other expenses |
30,983 | | 30,983 | 55,980 | | 55,980 | ||||||||||||||||||
258,323 | | 258,323 | 474,311 | | 474,311 | |||||||||||||||||||
Homebuilding &
Real Estate Development |
||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
284,502 | | 284,502 | 482,961 | | 482,961 | ||||||||||||||||||
Selling, general and
administrative expenses |
66,022 | | 66,022 | 120,017 | | 120,017 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other expenses |
895 | | 895 | 3,677 | | 3,677 | ||||||||||||||||||
351,419 | | 351,419 | 606,655 | | 606,655 | |||||||||||||||||||
Total costs and expenses |
616,780 | | 616,780 | 1,093,336 | | 1,093,336 | ||||||||||||||||||
Equity earnings from
unconsolidated affiliates |
4,919 | 4,919 | 10,935 | 10,935 | ||||||||||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes
and noncontrolling interest |
(62,793 | ) | | (62,793 | ) | 12,179 | | 12,179 | ||||||||||||||||
Benefit for income taxes |
(18,046 | ) | | (18,046 | ) | (528 | ) | | (528 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Noncontrolling interest |
(40,222 | ) | 47,627 | (a) | 7,405 | 13,404 | 7,643 | (a) | 21,047 | |||||||||||||||
Loss from continuing operations |
$ | (4,525 | ) | $ | (47,627 | ) | $ | (52,152 | ) | $ | (697 | ) | $ | (7,643 | ) | $ | (8,340 | ) | ||||||
Basic loss per common share
from continuing operations |
$ | (0.15 | ) | $ | (0.74 | ) | $ | (0.04 | ) | $ | (0.13 | ) | ||||||||||||
Diluted loss per common share
from continuing operations |
$ | (0.15 | ) | $ | (0.74 | ) | $ | (0.05 | ) | $ | (0.13 | ) | ||||||||||||
Diluted weighted average
number of common shares
outstanding |
33,458 | 37,534 | (b) | 70,992 | 33,249 | 37,534 | (b) | 70,783 | ||||||||||||||||
(a) | Eliminate non-controlling interest for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and for the year ended December 31, 2006. | |
(b) | Represents shares of Class A Common Stock that will be issued to Levitt shareholders if the proposed merger with Levitt is consummated. |
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Liquidity and Capital Resources of BFC
The following represents cash flow information for the BFC Activities segment.
For the Six Months | ||||||||
Ended June 30, | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Net cash provided by (used in): |
||||||||
Operating activities |
$ | (3,208 | ) | $ | (2,684 | ) | ||
Investing activities |
2,802 | 135 | ||||||
Financing activities |
(199 | ) | (4,539 | ) | ||||
(Decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |
(605 | ) | (7,088 | ) | ||||
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period |
18,176 | 26,806 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
$ | 17,571 | $ | 19,718 | ||||
The primary sources of funds to the BFC Activities segment for the six months ended June 30,
2007 and 2006 (without consideration of BankAtlantic Bancorps or Levitts liquidity and capital
resources, which, except as noted, are not available to BFC) were:
| Dividends from BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt; | ||
| Dividends from Benihana; | ||
| Revenues from CCC advisory fees; | ||
| Revenues from shared services activities; | ||
| Sales of real estate investments; | ||
| Sale of investment securities; | ||
| Proceeds from the exercise of stock options, and | ||
| Principal and interest payments on loans receivable. |
Funds were primarily utilized by BFC to: |
| Fund the payment of dividends on the Companys 5% Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock; | ||
| Fund investments in real estate, and | ||
| Fund BFCs operating and general and administrative expenses, including shared services costs reimbursed by affiliated companies. |
On October 24, 2006, the Companys Board of Directors approved the repurchase of up to
1,750,000 shares of its common stock at an aggregate cost of no more than $10.0 million. The timing
and amount of repurchases, if any, will depend on market conditions, share price, trading volume
and other factors, and there is no assurance that the Company will repurchase shares during any
period. No termination date was set for the repurchase program. The Company plans to fund the share
repurchase program primarily through existing cash balances. No shares were repurchased through the
six months ended June 30, 2007.
BFC has a $14.0 million revolving line of credit that can be utilized for working capital as
needed. The interest rate on this facility is based on LIBOR plus 280 basis points. In June 2007,
the loan was extended to a maturity date of September 15, 2007. The loan is secured by a pledge of
1,716,771 shares of BankAtlantic Bancorp Class A Common Stock. At June 30, 2007, no amounts were
drawn under this revolving line of credit.
In July 2007, the Company sold 11,500,000 shares of its Class A Common Stock pursuant to a
registered underwritten public offering at $3.40 per share. Net proceeds from the sale of the
11,500,000 shares totaled approximately $36.3 million, after underwriting discounts, commissions
and offering expenses. The Companys management expects to use the proceeds of this offering to
support Levitt and for general corporate purposes, including working capital.
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As previously announced, on January 30, 2007 we entered into a merger agreement with Levitt
which if consummated would result in Levitt becoming our wholly-owned subsidiary. In 2007, Levitt
has incurred net losses
of $57.1 million including pretax impairment charges associated with its homebuilding inventory of
$63.3 million. Levitt and Sons, Levitts homebuilding subsidiary, has experienced material
negative cash flow, which to date has been advanced by Levitt. Under the terms of Levitt and Sons
project financing, in addition to scheduled principal payments, cash payments are required at any
time if a reappraisal of property reflects a valuation resulting in a ratio below required amounts.
The merger agreement contains numerous conditions to the transaction and grants each party the
right to terminate upon certain events. Such conditions include, among other things, receipt of
various shareholder approvals, the absence of any material adverse change, the representations and
warranties of each party being true and correct at the time of the merger, the operation of the
businesses in the ordinary course and the previously delivered opinions of the financial advisors
not being withdrawn. We are currently reviewing the transaction to determine if we are willing to
proceed with the transaction based on the current circumstances and events. We have also been
advised by Levitt that in light of the above, and given its recent financial results, the current
state of the real estate market and its capital requirements, Levitt is also reviewing how best to
proceed. As previously announced, Levitt has indicated that in the event the merger did not go
forward, it would pursue a rights offering to its shareholders in order to generate capital.
In addition to the liquidity provided by the underwritten public sale, we expect to meet
our short-term liquidity requirements generally through cash dividends from BankAtlantic Bancorp
and Benihana, borrowings under our existing revolving line of credit and existing cash balances. We
expect to meet our long-term liquidity requirements through the foregoing, as well as long term
secured and unsecured indebtedness, and future issuances of equity and/or debt securities.
The payment of dividends by BankAtlantic Bancorp is subject to declaration by BankAtlantic
Bancorps Board of Directors and applicable indenture restrictions and loan covenants and will also
depend upon, among other things, the results of operations, financial condition and cash
requirements of BankAtlantic Bancorp and the ability of BankAtlantic to pay dividends or otherwise
advance funds to BankAtlantic Bancorp, which in turn is subject to OTS regulations and is based
upon BankAtlantics regulatory capital levels and net income. At June 30, 2007, BankAtlantic met
all applicable liquidity and regulatory capital requirements. While there is no assurance that
BankAtlantic Bancorp will pay dividends in the future, BankAtlantic Bancorp has paid a regular
quarterly dividend to its common stockholders since August 1993. BankAtlantic Bancorp currently
pays a quarterly dividend of $.041 per share on its Class A and Class B Common Stock. During the
six months ended June 30, 2007, the Company received approximately $1,083,000 in dividends from
BankAtlantic Bancorp.
Levitt began paying dividends to its shareholders in July 2004. Levitts most recent quarterly
dividend in the first quarter 2007 paid $0.02 per share on its Class A and Class B common stock.
This resulted in the Company receiving approximately $66,000 during the three months ended March
31, 2007. Dividends were not paid during the second quarter of 2007 and the Company does not
anticipate that it will be receiving additional dividends from Levitt for the foreseeable future
due to the challenges Levitt is facing in the current homebuilding market. Future dividends are
subject to approval by Levitts Board of Directors and will depend upon, among other factors,
Levitts results of operations and financial condition.
The Company owns 800,000 shares of Benihana Series B Convertible Preferred Stock that it
purchased for $25.00 per share. The Company has the right to receive cumulative quarterly dividends
at an annual rate equal to 5% or $1.25 per share, payable on the last day of each calendar quarter.
It is anticipated the Company will continue to receive approximately $250,000 per quarter. If the
Company were to convert its investment in Benihana, it would represent 1,578,943 shares of
Benihanas common stock. At June 30, 2007 the aggregate market value of such shares would have been
$31.7 million.
In 2005, BFC entered into guarantee agreements in connection with the purchase of two shopping
centers in South Florida by two separate limited liability companies. A wholly-owned subsidiary of
CCC has a one percent general partner interest in a limited partnership that in turn has a 15
percent interest in each of the limited liability companies. Pursuant to the guaranty agreements,
BFC has guaranteed certain obligations on two nonrecourse loans. BFCs maximum exposure under the
guarantee agreements is estimated to be approximately $21.3 million, the full amount of the
indebtedness. Based on the value of the assets securing the indebtedness, BFC does not believe that
any payment will be required by BFC under the guarantee. As general partner of the limited
partnership, CCC does not have control and does not have the ability to make major decisions
without the consent of other partners and members.
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A subsidiary of CCC has a 10% interest in a limited partnership as a non-managing general
partner. The partnership owns an office building located in Boca Raton, Florida and in connection
with the purchase, CCC guaranteed repayment of a portion of the nonrecourse loan on the property.
CCCs maximum exposure under this guaranty agreement is $8.0 million representing approximately
37.2% of the current indebtedness of the property, with the guarantee to be reduced based upon the
performance of the property. Based on the value of the limited partnership assets securing the
indebtedness, BFC does not believe that any payment by CCC will be required under the guarantee.
CCC also separately guaranteed the payment of certain environmental indemnities and limited
specific obligations of the partnership.
A wholly-owned subsidiary of CCC (CCC East Tampa) and an unaffiliated third party formed a limited liability company to purchase two commercial properties in Hillsborough County,
Florida. CCC East Tampa has a 10% interest in the limited liability company and is the managing
member with an initial contribution of approximately $765,500 and the unaffiliated member has a 90%
interest in the limited liability company having contributed approximately $6,889,500. In December
2006, the limited liability company purchased the commercial properties for an aggregate purchase
price of $29.8 million and in connection with the purchase, BFC and the unaffiliated member each
guaranteed the payment of certain environmental indemnities and specific obligations up to a
maximum of $5.0 million each. The BFC guarantee represents approximately 21% of the current
indebtedness secured by the commercial properties. Based on the assets securing the indebtedness,
BFC does not believe that any payment will be required under the agreements. Although CCC East
Tampa is the managing member of the limited liability company, it does not have the ability to make
major decisions without the consent of the unaffiliated member. The CCC East Tampa investment is
included in investments in unconsolidated subsidiaries in the Companys Consolidated Statements of
Financial Condition. The company accounts for its investment under the equity method of
accounting.
In June 2007, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CCC (CCC East Kennedy), entered into an agreement
with an unaffiliated third party. Pursuant to the agreement a newly formed limited partnership,
Cypress Creek Capital/Tampa, Ltd. (CCC/Tampa) was formed whereby CCC East Kennedy has 50% general
partner ownership interest and the unaffiliated third party has 50% limited partner interest. The
purpose of CCC/Tampa was to acquire a 10% investment in a limited liability company that owns and
operates an office building located in Tampa, Florida. CCC/Tampa has a 10% interest in the limited
liability company with an initial contribution of $1.2 million and the unaffiliated members have a
90% interest having contributed approximately $10.4 million. The limited liability company
purchased the office building in June 2007 for an aggregate purchase price of $48.0 million and in
connection with the purchase, BFC guaranteed the payment of certain environmental indemnities and
specific obligations up to a maximum of $15.0 million, and a maximum of $25.0 million in the event
of any petition or involuntary proceedings under United State Bankruptcy code or similar state
insolvency laws or in the event of any transfers of interests not in accordance with the loan
documents. Based on the assets securing the indebtedness, BFC does not believe that any payment
will be required under the agreements. Although CCC East Kennedy is the general partner of the
limited partnership, which is managing member of the limited liability company, it does not have
control and does not have the ability to make major decisions without the consent of other partners
and members. The CCC East Kennedy investment of approximately $599,000 is included in investments
in unconsolidated subsidiaries in the Companys Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition.
The company accounts for its investment under the equity method of accounting.
On June 21, 2004, an investor group purchased 15,000 shares of the Companys 5% Cumulative
Convertible Preferred Stock for $15.0 million in a private offering. Holders of the 5% Cumulative
Convertible Preferred Stock are entitled to receive when and as declared by the Companys Board of
Directors, cumulative cash dividends on each share of 5% Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock at
a rate per annum of 5% of the stated value from the date of issuance, payable quarterly. Since June
2004, the Company has paid quarterly dividends on the 5% Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock of
$187,500. During the six months ended June 30, 2007, the Company paid $375,000 in dividends to
these investors.
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Consolidated Financial Condition
Consolidated Assets and Liabilities
Total consolidated assets at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006 were $7.6 billion, each. The
material changes in the composition of total assets from December 31, 2006 to June 30, 2007 are
summarized below:
| Increase in cash and cash equivalents resulting from BankAtlantic Bancorps issuance of $25 million of junior subordinated debentures and temporarily investing the funds in short-term investments, as well as a higher cash balance at Levitt which resulted from cash provided by financing activities , offset in part by cash used in operations and investing activities; | ||
| Increase in securities available for sale at BankAtlantic Bancorp reflecting Stifel common stock received upon the sale of Ryan Beck and the purchase of agency securities partially offset by the sale of BankAtlantic Bancorp equity investment securities to fund BankAtlantic Bancorps Class A common stock repurchase program; | ||
| Increase in BankAtlantic Bancorp investment securities at cost reflecting Stifel equity securities received upon the sale of Ryan Beck which are subject to contractual restrictions limiting sales; | ||
| Increase in BankAtlantic tax certificate balances primarily due to purchases of Florida tax certificates; | ||
| Lower investment in BankAtlantic FHLB stock related to repayments of FHLB advances; | ||
| A net decrease in inventory of real estate at Levitt of approximately $45.8 million which primarily reflected non-cash inventory related impairment charges of $63.3 million; | ||
| Increase in BankAtlantic loan receivable balances associated with higher purchased residential, small business and home equity loan balances partially offset by lower commercial real estate loan balances; | ||
| Increase in office properties and equipment associated with BankAtlantics store expansion initiatives and Levitts investment in commercial properties under construction at Core Communities, as well as support for Levitts master planned communities infrastructure; | ||
| An increase of $23.4 million in assets held for sale related to the development of two commercial projects currently held for sale at Levitt; and | ||
| Decrease in discontinued operations assets held for sale reflecting BankAtlantic Bancorps sale of Ryan Beck to Stifel. |
The Companys total liabilities at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006 were $6.8 billion and
$6.7 billion, respectively. The components are summarized below:
| Lower non-interest-bearing deposit balances at BankAtlantic reflecting the migration of deposits to higher yielding products as a result of a competitive interest rate environment; | ||
| Higher interest-bearing deposit balances at BankAtlantic primarily associated with increased high yield savings and certificates of deposit balances primarily reflecting transfers of customer deposit balances to higher yielding products; | ||
| A decrease of $16.3 million in customer deposits reflecting fewer orders for new homes; | ||
| Decrease in FHLB advances and short term borrowings at BankAtlantic due to deposit growth; | ||
| A net increase in Levitts notes and mortgage notes payable of $65.4 million, primarily related to project debt associated with development activities; | ||
| Increase in BankAtlantic Bancorp subordinated debentures and bonds payable primarily associated with issuance of $25 million of junior subordinated debentures; | ||
| Decrease in deferred tax liabilities, net was primarily due to an increase in BankAtlantic Bancorps deferred tax assets resulting from the increase in the allowance for loan losses and a decrease in BFCs deferred tax liability associated with our equity losses in Levitt; | ||
| An increase of $20.8 million in liabilities related to assets held for sale at Levitt; and | ||
| Decrease in discontinued operations liabilities reflecting the sale of Ryan Beck to Stifel. |
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Noncontrolling Interest
The following table summarizes the noncontrolling interests held by others in our subsidiaries
(in thousands):
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
BankAtlantic Bancorp |
$ | 396,167 | $ | 411,396 | ||||
Levitt |
239,634 | 286,230 | ||||||
Joint Venture Partnerships |
689 | 697 | ||||||
$ | 636,490 | $ | 698,323 | |||||
NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS.
See note 22 of our unaudited consolidated financial statements included under Item 1 of this
Report for a discussion of new accounting pronouncements applicable to our company.
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Financial Services
Our Financial Services segment consists of BankAtlantic Bancorp, which is consolidated
with BFC Financial Corporation. The only assets available to BFC Financial Corporation from
BankAtlantic Bancorp are dividends when and if paid by BankAtlantic Bancorp. BankAtlantic Bancorp
is a separate public company and its management prepared the following discussion regarding
BankAtlantic Bancorp which was included in BankAtlantic Bancorps Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for
the quarter ended June 30, 2007 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Accordingly,
references to the Company, we, us or our in the following discussion under the caption
Financial Services are references to BankAtlantic Bancorp and its subsidiaries, and are not
references to BFC Financial Corporation.
The objective of the following discussion is to provide an understanding of the financial
condition and results of operations of BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries (the
Company, which may also be referred to as we, us, or our) for the three and six months
ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. The principal assets of the Company consist of its
ownership in BankAtlantic, a federal savings bank headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and
its subsidiaries (BankAtlantic).
Except for historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this document
contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933,
as amended (the Securities Act), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended (the Exchange Act), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. When used in this
document and in any documents incorporated by reference herein, the words anticipate, believe,
estimate, may, intend, expect and similar expressions identify certain of such
forward-looking statements. Actual results, performance, or achievements could differ materially
from those contemplated, expressed, or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein.
These forward-looking statements are based largely on the expectations of BankAtlantic Bancorp,
Inc. (the Company) and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that are subject to
change based on factors which are, in many instances, beyond the Companys control. These include,
but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties associated with: the impact of economic,
competitive and other factors affecting the Company and its operations, markets, products and
services; credit risks and loan losses, and the related sufficiency of the allowance for loan
losses, including the impact on the credit quality of our loans, of changes in the real estate
markets in our trade area, and where our collateral is located; the quality of our residential land
acquisition and development loans (including Builder Land Loans) and conditions specifically in
that market sector; changes in interest rates and the effects of, and changes in, trade, monetary
and fiscal policies and laws including their impact on the banks net interest margin; adverse
conditions in the stock market, the public debt market and other capital markets and the impact of
such conditions on our activities and the value of our assets; BankAtlantics seven-day banking
initiatives and other growth, marketing or advertising initiatives not resulting in continued
growth of core deposits or producing results which do not justify their costs; the success of our
expense discipline initiatives; BankAtlantics new store expansion program, successfully opening
the anticipated number of new stores in 2007 and achieving growth and profitability at the stores
in the time frames anticipated, if at all; and the impact of periodic testing of goodwill and other
intangible assets for impairment. Past performance, actual or estimated new account openings and
growth rate may not be indicative of future results. Additionally, we acquired a significant
investment in Stifel equity securities in connection with the Ryan Beck Holdings, Inc. sale
subjecting us to the risk of the value of Stifel shares and warrants received varying over time.
The earn-out amounts payable under the agreement with Stifel are contingent upon the performance of
individuals and divisions of Ryan Beck which are now under the exclusive control and direction of
Stifel, and there is no assurance that we will be entitled to receive any earn-out payments. In
addition to the risks and factors identified above, reference is also made to other risks and
factors detailed in reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The
Company cautions that the foregoing factors are not exclusive.
Critical Accounting Policies
Management views critical accounting policies as accounting policies that are important to
the understanding of our financial statements and also involve estimates and judgments about
inherently uncertain matters. In preparing the financial statements, management is required to
make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and
disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the date of the consolidated statements of
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financial condition and assumptions and estimates that affect the recognition of income and
expenses on the consolidated statement of operations for the periods presented. Actual results
could differ significantly from those estimates. Material estimates that are particularly
susceptible to significant change in subsequent periods relate to the determination of the
allowance for loan losses, evaluation of goodwill and other intangible assets for impairment, the
valuation of real estate acquired in connection with foreclosure or in satisfaction of loans, the
valuation of the fair value of assets and liabilities in the application of the purchase method of
accounting, the amount of the deferred tax asset valuation allowance, accounting for uncertain tax
positions, accounting for contingencies, and assumptions used in the valuation of stock based
compensation. The eight accounting policies that we have identified as critical accounting
policies are: (i) allowance for loan losses; (ii) valuation of securities as well as the
determination of other-than-temporary declines in value; (iii) impairment of goodwill and other
indefinite life intangible assets; (iv) impairment of long-lived assets; (v) accounting for
business combinations (vi) accounting for uncertain tax positions; (vii) accounting for
contingencies; and (viii) accounting for share-based compensation. For a more detailed
discussion of these critical accounting policies other than the accounting for uncertain tax
positions, which is described below, see Critical Accounting Policies appearing in the Companys
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006.
Accounting for Uncertain Tax Positions
The Company accounts for uncertain tax positions in accordance with FIN 48. An uncertain tax
position is defined by FIN 48 as a position in a previously filed tax return or a position expected
to be taken in a future tax return that is not based on clear and unambiguous tax law and which is
reflected in measuring current or deferred income tax assets and liabilities for interim or annual
periods. The application of income tax law is inherently complex. The Company is required to
determine if an income tax position meets the criteria of more-likely-than-not to be realized based
on the merits of the position under tax laws, in order to recognize an income tax benefit. This
requires the Company to make many assumptions and judgments regarding merits of income tax
positions and the application of income tax law. Additionally, if a tax position meets the
recognition criteria of more-likely-than-not the Company is required to make judgments and
assumptions to measure the amount of the tax benefits to recognize based on the probability of the
amount of tax benefits that would be realized if the tax position was challenged by the taxing
authorities. Interpretations and guidance surrounding income tax laws and regulations change over
time. As a consequence, changes in assumptions and judgments can materially affect amounts
recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition and the Consolidated Statements of
Operations.
Consolidated Results of Operations
Income (loss) from continuing operations from each of the Companys reportable segments was as
follows:
For the Three Months Ended June 30, | ||||||||||||
(in thousands) | 2007 | 2006 | Change | |||||||||
BankAtlantic |
$ | 10,405 | $ | 12,706 | $ | (2,301 | ) | |||||
Parent Company |
1,323 | (2,263 | ) | 3,586 | ||||||||
Segment net income |
$ | 11,728 | $ | 10,443 | $ | 1,285 | ||||||
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
Segment net income increased 12% primarily as a result of a $5.3 million after tax
gain from the appreciation of Stifel warrants at the Parent Company. The decline in BankAtlantics
earnings was the result of lower net interest income and an increase in the provision for loan
losses, each of which reflects current economic conditions impacting us and financial institutions
generally. BankAtlantic had a provision for loan losses of $4.9 million during the 2007 quarter
compared to no provision in the 2006 quarter. This increase primarily resulted from higher loan
loss reserves associated with residential land acquisition and development loans based upon the
continued weakness in the residential real estate market. BankAtlantics net interest income
declined by $4.4 million reflecting an increase in cost of funds due to growth in higher cost
deposit products, lower levels of higher yielding earning assets and higher short-term interest
rates. However, BankAtlantics earnings were favorably impacted by the continued growth in fee
income attributed to an increase in the number of transaction accounts largely resulting from its
store expansion program. Additionally, BankAtlantics non-interest expenses during the 2007 period
were slightly lower than 2006 reflecting
lower advertising expenditures, the March 2007 reduction in workforce and managements efforts to
control general corporate expenses.
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For the Six Months Ended June 30, | ||||||||||||
(in thousands) | 2007 | 2006 | Change | |||||||||
BankAtlantic |
$ | 11,044 | $ | 22,869 | $ | (11,825 | ) | |||||
Parent Company |
(1,520 | ) | (4,404 | ) | 2,884 | |||||||
Segment net income |
$ | 9,524 | $ | 18,465 | $ | (8,941 | ) | |||||
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
Segment net income decreased 48% primarily due to lower earnings from BankAtlantic. This
decline in BankAtlantics earnings primarily resulted from the items discussed above as well as
higher expenses associated with BankAtlantics store expansion initiatives and $2.6 million of
costs related to the reduction in personnel during the first quarter of 2007. BankAtlantics
provision for loan losses increased $12.2 million and its net interest income declined by $7.4
million. Non-interest expenses increased $10.2 million primarily resulting from higher
compensation and occupancy costs associated with operating a larger organization. The improvement
in the Parent Companys earnings resulted from a $4.2 million after tax unrealized gain relating to
the appreciation of warrants to acquire Stifel common stock received as a part of the Ryan Beck
merger consideration.
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BankAtlantic Results of Operations
Net interest income
Average Balance Sheet Yield / Rate Analysis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
For the Three Months Ended | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
June 30, 2007 | June 30, 2006 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
(in thousands) | Average | Revenue/ | Yield/ | Average | Revenue/ | Yield/ | ||||||||||||||||||
Balance | Expense | Rate | Balance | Expense | Rate | |||||||||||||||||||
Total loans |
$ | 4,677,890 | 79,913 | 6.83 | $ | 4,478,846 | 75,764 | 6.77 | ||||||||||||||||
Investments tax exempt |
398,435 | 5,846 | (1) | 5.87 | 398,404 | 5,817 | (1) | 5.84 | ||||||||||||||||
Investments taxable |
614,163 | 9,506 | 6.19 | 583,026 | 8,197 | 5.62 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total interest earning
assets |
5,690,488 | 95,265 | 6.70 | % | 5,460,276 | 89,778 | 6.58 | % | ||||||||||||||||
Goodwill and core
deposit intangibles |
76,784 | 78,301 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Other non-interest
earning assets |
436,982 | 366,784 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Assets |
$ | 6,204,254 | $ | 5,905,361 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Deposits: |
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Savings |
$ | 605,940 | 3,401 | 2.25 | % | $ | 364,946 | 523 | 0.57 | % | ||||||||||||||
NOW |
782,018 | 1,749 | 0.90 | 764,738 | 1,023 | 0.54 | ||||||||||||||||||
Money market |
677,545 | 4,789 | 2.84 | 765,805 | 3,974 | 2.08 | ||||||||||||||||||
Certificates of deposit |
993,458 | 11,535 | 4.66 | 844,318 | 8,331 | 3.96 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total interest bearing
deposits |
3,058,961 | 21,474 | 2.82 | 2,739,807 | 13,851 | 2.03 | ||||||||||||||||||
Short-term borrowed funds |
157,230 | 2,091 | 5.33 | 402,390 | 5,001 | 4.98 | ||||||||||||||||||
Advances from FHLB |
1,344,855 | 18,102 | 5.40 | 1,010,459 | 13,007 | 5.16 | ||||||||||||||||||
Long-term debt |
29,373 | 638 | 8.71 | 36,665 | 916 | 10.02 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total interest bearing
liabilities |
4,590,419 | 42,305 | 3.70 | 4,189,321 | 32,775 | 3.14 | ||||||||||||||||||
Demand deposits |
989,434 | 1,109,361 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Non-interest bearing
other liabilities |
50,800 | 51,442 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Liabilities |
5,630,653 | 5,350,124 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Stockholders equity |
573,601 | 555,237 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Total liabilities and
stockholders equity |
$ | 6,204,254 | $ | 5,905,361 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Net tax equivalent
interest income/
net interest spread |
$ | 52,960 | 3.00 | % | $ | 57,003 | 3.44 | % | ||||||||||||||||
Tax equivalent adjustment |
(2,046 | ) | (2,035 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Capitalized interest
from real estate
operations |
| 289 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Net interest income |
$ | 50,914 | $ | 55,257 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Margin |
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Interest income/interest
earning assets |
6.70 | % | 6.58 | % | ||||||||||||||||||||
Interest
expense/interest earning
assets |
2.98 | 2.41 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Net interest margin (tax
equivalent) |
3.72 | % | 4.17 | % | ||||||||||||||||||||
(1) | The tax equivalent basis is computed using a 35% tax rate. |
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For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
The decrease in tax equivalent net interest income primarily resulted from a decline in the
tax equivalent net interest margin partially offset by an increase in average interest earning
assets.
The decrease in tax equivalent net interest margin primarily resulted from interest bearing
liability costs increasing faster than yields on interest earning assets reflecting a high short
term interest rate environment with a flat yield curve. Interest bearing liability costs increased
56 basis points while interest earning asset yields increased by 12 basis points. The increase in
interest bearing liability interest rates reflects higher rates on deposits and other borrowings.
The higher interest bearing deposit rates reflect growth in our high yield savings account
balances, and the gradual increase in certificate of deposit and money market rates resulting from
the continued high short-term rate environment. The balance of high yield savings accounts was
$299 million at June 30, 2007. There were no high yield savings account balances at June 30, 2006.
The higher rates on our other borrowings resulted from higher average short-term interest rates
during 2007 compared to 2006 as the majority of our other borrowings adjust in the near-term to
changes in interest rates. The growth in earning asset yields resulted from higher yields for all
categories of loans; however, the mix of the loan portfolio changed with fewer higher yielding
commercial loans and greater lower yielding residential loans. The increase in taxable investment
yields reflects purchases of agency securities with higher yields than the existing portfolio as
well as higher yields on adjustable rate agency securities attributed to higher short-term interest
rates. The yields on earning assets were unfavorably impacted by a $16.5 million increase in
non-accrual loans at June 30, 2007 compared to June 30, 2006.
BankAtlantics average interest earning assets increased primarily as a result of higher
average loan and taxable investment balances. The increase in average loan balances was due to
purchases of residential loans and the origination of home equity and small business loans to
community banking customers. Residential, home equity and small business loan average balances
during the 2007 quarter increased by $168.2 million, $88.7 million and $39.8 million, respectively,
from the corresponding 2006 quarter. These increases in average loan balances were partially
offset by a $95.9 million decline in average commercial real estate loan balances primarily
resulting from the slow-down in the real estate market in Florida. The higher taxable investment
average balance reflects purchases of mortgage-backed securities during the 2007 quarter.
BankAtlantics increase in average interest bearing liabilities primarily resulted from growth
in deposits and advances from the FHLB. The deposit growth was concentrated in high yield savings
accounts and certificate of deposits. The higher FHLB advance borrowings were used to fund asset
growth and to reduce other borrowings.
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Average Balance Sheet Yield/Rate Analysis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
For the Six Months Ended | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
June 30, 2007 | June 30, 2006 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
(in thousands) | Average | Revenue/ | Yield/ | Average | Revenue/ | Yield/ | ||||||||||||||||||
Balance | Expense | Rate | Balance | Expense | Rate | |||||||||||||||||||
Total loans |
$ | 4,664,280 | 159,501 | 6.84 | $ | 4,544,088 | 151,151 | 6.65 | ||||||||||||||||
Investments tax
exempt |
397,410 | 11,648 | (1) | 5.86 | 395,796 | 11,548 | 5.84 | |||||||||||||||||
Investments taxable |
616,873 | 19,202 | 6.23 | 585,535 | 16,430 | 5.61 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total interest earning
assets |
5,678,563 | 190,351 | 6.70 | % | 5,525,419 | 179,129 | 6.48 | % | ||||||||||||||||
Goodwill and core
deposit intangibles |
76,960 | 78,496 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Other non-interest
earning assets |
431,552 | 361,343 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Assets |
$ | 6,187,075 | $ | 5,965,258 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Deposits: |
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Savings |
$ | 567,899 | 5,971 | 2.12 | % | $ | 348,125 | 836 | 0.48 | % | ||||||||||||||
NOW |
776,548 | 3,261 | 0.85 | 762,590 | 1,957 | 0.52 | ||||||||||||||||||
Money market |
664,039 | 8,727 | 2.65 | 797,576 | 7,958 | 2.01 | ||||||||||||||||||
Certificates of deposit |
977,674 | 22,517 | 4.64 | 844,093 | 15,855 | 3.79 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total deposits |
2,986,160 | 40,476 | 2.73 | 2,752,384 | 26,606 | 1.95 | ||||||||||||||||||
Short-term borrowed
funds |
180,478 | 4,723 | 5.28 | 324,292 | 7,644 | 4.75 | ||||||||||||||||||
Advances from FHLB |
1,374,900 | 36,826 | 5.40 | 1,087,141 | 27,146 | 5.04 | ||||||||||||||||||
Secured borrowings |
| | 0.00 | 62,301 | 2,401 | 7.71 | ||||||||||||||||||
Long-term debt |
29,503 | 1,265 | 8.65 | 37,238 | 1,664 | 9.01 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total interest bearing
liabilities |
4,571,041 | 83,290 | 3.67 | 4,263,356 | 65,461 | 3.10 | ||||||||||||||||||
Demand deposits |
989,490 | 1,087,755 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Non-interest bearing
other
liabilities |
53,495 | 60,831 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Liabilities |
5,614,026 | 5,411,942 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Stockholders equity |
573,049 | 553,316 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Total liabilities and
stockholders equity |
$ | 6,187,075 | $ | 5,965,258 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Net interest income/net |
||||||||||||||||||||||||
Interest spread |
$ | 107,061 | 3.03 | % | $ | 113,668 | 3.39 | % | ||||||||||||||||
Tax equivalent
adjustment |
(4,077 | ) | (4,042 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Capitalized interest
from real estate
Operations |
| 769 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Net interest income |
$ | 102,984 | $ | 110,395 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Margin |
||||||||||||||||||||||||
Interest
income/interest
earning assets |
6.70 | % | 6.48 | % | ||||||||||||||||||||
Interest
expense/interest
earning assets |
2.96 | 2.39 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Net interest margin |
3.74 | % | 4.09 | % | ||||||||||||||||||||
Net interest margin
(tax equivalent)
excluding secured
borrowings |
3.74 | % | 4.14 | % | ||||||||||||||||||||
(1) | The tax equivalent basis is computed using a 35% tax rate. |
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For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
The decline in net interest income for the six months period resulted primarily from the same
items discussed above for the three months ended June 30, 2007.
Provision for Loan Losses
For the Three Months Ended | For the Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||
June 30, | June 30, | |||||||||||||||
(in thousands) | 2007 | 2006 | 2007 | 2006 | ||||||||||||
Balance, beginning of period |
$ | 50,373 | $ | 41,889 | $ | 43,602 | $ | 41,192 | ||||||||
Loans charged-off |
(1,797 | ) | (350 | ) | (2,924 | ) | (716 | ) | ||||||||
Recoveries of loans previously
charged-off |
1,261 | 493 | 1,698 | 1,393 | ||||||||||||
Net (charge-offs) recoveries |
(536 | ) | 143 | (1,226 | ) | 677 | ||||||||||
Provision for (recovery from) loan losses |
4,917 | (20 | ) | 12,378 | 143 | |||||||||||
Balance, end of period |
$ | 54,754 | $ | 42,012 | $ | 54,754 | $ | 42,012 | ||||||||
The $4.9 million provision for loan losses during the three months ended June 30, 2007
was primarily the result of a $4.0 million increase in the qualitative component of the allowance
for loan losses associated with residential land acquisition and development loans. Additionally,
the qualitative reserves for home equity and small business loans were each increased by $150,000
during the 2007 quarter primarily resulting from unfavorable delinquency trends. The increase in
the qualitative component of residential land and development loans was primarily based on the
continued unfavorable economic conditions in the residential real estate market during the quarter.
The higher loan charge-offs experienced during the 2007 quarter were mainly in home equity and
small business loans. We have also experienced a trend of increasing home equity portfolio
delinquencies over the last three months. We have also experienced a trend of increasing home equity loan portfolio delinquencies over the last three months. The property values of certain homes securing home equity
loans have declined since loan origination which subjects us to potentially higher charge-off
amounts compared to historical trends. Home equity and small business net charge-offs increased by
$722,000 and $807,000, respectively, during the 2007 quarter compared to the 2006 quarter. Net
charge-offs for the quarter were favorably impacted by $1.1 million in recoveries from commercial
business loan charged off in prior periods.
The $12.4 million provision for loan losses during the six months ended June 30, 2007 was
primarily the result of the items discussed above as well as a $5.7 million specific reserve
associated with a residential land acquisition and development loan. Home equity and small
business net charge-offs increased by $1.2 million and $1.1 million, respectively, during the 2007
six month period compared to the comparable 2006 period.
Conditions in the residential real estate market nationally and in Florida in particular
continued to deteriorate during the six months of 2007. New home sales and applications for
building permits fell significantly from peak levels during 2005 and inventories of unsold homes
have significantly increased. The Banks commercial real estate loan portfolio consists of several
sub-categories of loans, each with differing collateral and different levels of risk. The builder
land loan segment, at approximately $135 million, consists of twelve land loans to borrowers who
have or had option agreements with regional and/or national builders. These loans were originally
underwritten based on projected sales of the developed lots to the builders/option holders and
timely repayment of the loans is primarily dependent upon the acquisition of the property pursuant
to the options. If the lots are not acquired as originally anticipated, BankAtlantic anticipates
that the borrower may not be in a position to service the loan with the likely result being an
increase in nonperforming loans and loan losses in this category.
The builder land loan segment discussed above is part of BankAtlantics total commercial
real estate acquisition and development portfolio of approximately $537.0 million as of June 30,
2007. The loans other than the builder land loans in this category are generally secured by
residential and commercial real estate which will be fully developed by the borrower or sold to
third parties. These loans generally involve property with a longer investment and development
horizon and are guaranteed by the borrower or individuals and/or secured by additional collateral
such that it is expected that the borrower will have the ability to service the debt under current
conditions for a longer period of time. Accordingly, management considers these other loans to be
of relatively lower risk than the builder land loans.
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Market conditions may result in BankAtlantics borrowers having difficulty selling lots or
homes in their developments for an extended period, which in turn would be expected to result in an
increase in residential construction loan delinquencies and non-accrual balances. While management
believes that BankAtlantic utilized conservative underwriting standards for its commercial real
estate acquisition and development loans, a prolonged decline in the residential real estate market
and collateral values are likely to result in higher credit losses in these loans.
At the indicated dates, BankAtlantics non-performing assets and potential problem loans were
(in thousands):
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
NONPERFORMING ASSETS |
||||||||
Non-accrual: |
||||||||
Tax certificates |
$ | 711 | $ | 632 | ||||
Loans |
21,806 | 4,436 | ||||||
Total non-accrual |
22,517 | 5,068 | ||||||
Repossessed assets: |
||||||||
Real estate owned |
23,886 | 21,747 | ||||||
Total nonperforming assets, net |
$ | 46,403 | $ | 26,815 | ||||
Allowances |
||||||||
Allowance for loan losses |
$ | 54,754 | $ | 43,602 | ||||
Allowance for tax certificate loses |
3,829 | 3,699 | ||||||
Total allowances |
$ | 58,583 | $ | 47,301 | ||||
POTENTIAL PROBLEM LOANS |
||||||||
Contractually past due 90 days or more |
$ | 164 | $ | | ||||
Performing impaired loans |
4,596 | 163 | ||||||
Restructured loans |
3,588 | | ||||||
TOTAL POTENTIAL PROBLEM LOANS |
$ | 8,348 | $ | 163 | ||||
Non-accrual loans increased $17.4 million from December 31, 2006. The majority of the increase
relates to two residential land acquisition and development loans in our commercial real estate
portfolio with an aggregate outstanding balance of $15.6 million. In view of market conditions,
management anticipates we may experience further deterioration in this segment of our loan
portfolio as the market attempts to absorb an oversupply of available lot inventory in the face of
the deteriorating residential real estate market discussed above. The remainder of the increase in
non-accrual loans consists primarily of higher home equity and small business non-performing loan
balances. BankAtlantic has experienced increasing delinquency trends in these loan products over
the past several periods.
Non-accrual residential 1-4 family loans were $2.7 million and $2.6 million at June 30, 2007
and December 31, 2006, respectively. During the quarter ended June 30, 2007, BankAtlantic did not
experience unfavorable trends in delinquencies or foreclosures in this portfolio. The purchased
portfolio includes no sub-prime or negative amortizing loans, and over 90% of the portfolio is
distributed geographically outside of the state of Florida. The average FICO score in this
portfolio was 741 at the time of origination, and the average original loan-to-value of the
portfolio was 69%. Quarter-end delinquencies, including non-accrual loans, were 0.39% of the
unpaid principal balance, and our loss history on this portfolio over the past twelve months was
less than 0.01% of average loan balances.
The increase in real estate owned primarily resulted from land improvement expenditures
associated with a real estate development acquired when BankAtlantic took possession of the
collateral securing a land acquisition and development loan during the fourth quarter of 2006.
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Performing impaired loans consisted of $4.6 million of commercial real estate loans where
information known about the potential credit issues of the borrowers caused management to have
doubts as to the ability of the borrowers to comply with the current loan repayment terms. These
loans may be classified as non-performing assets in subsequent periods upon receipt of additional
information.
During the three months ended June 30, 2007, BankAtlantic modified the terms of $2.9 million
of commercial loans to one borrower and a $700,000 non-residential commercial real estate loan.
The terms were modified to reduce the monthly cash payments in order to lessen the near term cash
requirements of the borrowers obligations. BankAtlantic currently expects to collect all
principal and interest of these loans based on the modified loan terms.
BankAtlantics Non-Interest Income
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
(in thousands) | 2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | ||||||||||||||||||
Service charges on
deposits |
$ | 25,808 | $ | 21,274 | $ | 4,534 | $ | 50,403 | $ | 40,373 | $ | 10,030 | ||||||||||||
Other service charges
and fees |
7,524 | 7,353 | 171 | 14,557 | 13,575 | 982 | ||||||||||||||||||
Securities
activities, net |
212 | 458 | (246 | ) | 833 | 457 | 376 | |||||||||||||||||
Other |
3,140 | 5,875 | (2,735 | ) | 5,938 | 7,563 | (1,625 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Non-interest income |
$ | 36,684 | $ | 34,960 | $ | 1,724 | $ | 71,731 | $ | 61,968 | $ | 9,763 | ||||||||||||
The higher revenue from service charges on deposits during the 2007 periods compared to
the same 2006 periods consist primarily of higher overdraft fee income. Management believes that
the increase in overdraft fee income resulted from an increase in the number of core deposit
accounts, a 7% increase in the amount charged for overdrafts beginning July, 2006 and a change in
policy during 2006 allowing certain customers to incur debit card overdrafts. BankAtlantic opened
approximately 60,000 and 140,000 new core deposit accounts during the three months and six months
ended June 30, 2007 compared to 58,000 and 135,000 during the same 2006 periods, respectively.
The higher other service charges and fees during the three and six months ended June 30, 2007
compared to the same 2006 periods was primarily due to a 16% and 18% increase in interchange and
surcharge income. The higher interchange and surcharge income was primarily due to the increase in
the number of ATM and check cards outstanding associated with the increase in new core deposit
accounts. The increase in service card fees was partially offset by an elimination of check card
annual fees during the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same 2006 periods
as BankAtlantic discontinued the fee as of January 1, 2007 in response to competitive market
conditions.
Securities activities, net during the three months ended June 30, 2007 represented sales of
agency securities available for sale. Securities activities, net during the three and six months
ended June 30, 2006 resulted from proceeds received in connection with the MasterCard
International initial public offering. Securities activities, net during the six months ended
June 30, 2007 included a $481,000 gain from the sale of securities obtained from an initial public
offering of BankAtlantics health insurance carrier.
Included in other income during the three and six months ended June 30, 2006 was a $1.8
million gain on the sale of properties and equipment compared to a loss of $42,000 and $195,000,
respectively, for the same periods of 2007. Also included in other income during three and six
months ended June 30, 2006 was $1.1 million and $1.5 million, respectively, of gains associated
with debt redemptions. There were no debt redemption gains during the three and six months ended
June 30, 2007. Other income during the six months ended June 30, 2006 was unfavorably impacted by a
$1.0 million loss from the activities associated with a real estate development. The loss during
the 2006 quarter resulted from higher development and capitalized interest costs associated with
units sold. The real estate development activities during the six months ended June 30, 2007
resulted in a $12,000 loss.
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BankAtlantics Non-Interest Expense
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
(in thousands) | 2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | ||||||||||||||||||
Employee compensation
and benefits |
$ | 36,628 | $ | 36,529 | $ | 99 | $ | 77,292 | $ | 70,878 | $ | 6,414 | ||||||||||||
Occupancy and equipment |
15,923 | 13,424 | 2,499 | 31,865 | 26,034 | 5,831 | ||||||||||||||||||
Advertising and promotion |
4,079 | 7,205 | (3,126 | ) | 9,867 | 15,729 | (5,862 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Professional fees |
1,233 | 2,109 | (876 | ) | 2,853 | 4,320 | (1,467 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Check losses |
2,731 | 1,875 | 856 | 4,588 | 3,121 | 1,467 | ||||||||||||||||||
Supplies and postage |
1,629 | 1,728 | (99 | ) | 3,479 | 3,382 | 97 | |||||||||||||||||
Telecommunication |
1,548 | 1,155 | 393 | 2,927 | 2,306 | 621 | ||||||||||||||||||
One-time termination
benefits |
| | | 2,553 | | 2,553 | ||||||||||||||||||
Impairment of real
estate held
for development and sale |
1,056 | | 1056 | 1,056 | | 1,056 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other |
6,695 | 8,236 | (1,541 | ) | 13,812 | 14,290 | (478 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Non-interest expense |
$ | 71,522 | $ | 72,261 | $ | (739 | ) | $ | 150,292 | $ | 140,060 | $ | 10,232 | |||||||||||
In March 2007, BankAtlantic reduced its workforce by approximately 225 associates, or
8%. The reduction in the workforce reduced compensation expense to June 2006 levels and reduced
the number of full time equivalent employees from 2,638 at June 30, 2006 to 2,517 at June 30,
2007. Employee benefits continued to increase during the three months ended June 30, 2007;
however, this increase was offset by lower employee profit sharing and bonus incentives.
The increase in compensation expense during the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to
2006 resulted primarily from BankAtlantics store expansion initiatives as BankAtlantic opened 19
new stores since January 2006. Also contributing to the increase in compensation and benefits
expense was $1.1 million of higher health insurance benefits.
The significant increase in occupancy and equipment for the three months ended June 30, 2007
primarily resulted from the expansion of the store network and back-office facilities to support a
larger organization. As a consequence of these growth and expansion initiatives, BankAtlantics
rental expense, depreciation, real estate taxes, maintenance and utilities expense increased by
$2.6 million during the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same 2006 period. The
increase for the six month period ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same 2006 period was $5.6
million. Facilities rental expense increased from $2.4 million during the three months ended June
30, 2006 to $3.3 million for the same 2007 period, an increase of 38%. Facilities rental expense
increased from $4.3 million during the six months ended June 30, 2006 to $6.4 million for the same
2007 period, an increase of 51%. The significant increase in rental expense resulted from
BankAtlantic entering into various operating lease agreements in connection with current and
future store expansion as well as for expanded back-office facilities.
During the fourth quarter of 2006, management made a decision to take steps to reduce
advertising expenses to 2005 levels. Reflecting that decision, advertising expense during the 2007
second quarter decreased 43% from the prior years quarter and decreased 37% during the 2007 six
month period compared to the 2006 six month period.
Professional fees declined from 2006 levels reflecting lower consulting and legal costs.
BankAtlantic incurred higher professional fees during 2006 in connection with entering into a
deferred prosecution agreement with the Department of Justice and a cease and desist order with the
OTS in April 2006.
BankAtlantic experienced an increase in check losses for the 2007 quarter and six month period
compared to the same 2006 periods primarily due to an increase in the number of core deposit
accounts and the volume of checking account overdrafts.
The higher telecommunication costs for the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 primarily
resulted from the opening of a new customer service center in Central Florida during the second
quarter of 2006.
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The one-time termination benefits reflect severance and related costs incurred as a result of
the workforce reduction discussed above. The goal of this workforce reduction was to reduce
operating expenses without impacting customer service or the store expansion initiatives. We
currently estimate that the annualized expense savings of the workforce reduction is approximately
$10 million and a portion of these savings were realized during the second quarter of 2007.
However, the costs associated with additional new stores planned to open during the third and
fourth quarter of 2007 are anticipated to result in a net increase in expenses compared to prior
periods. Management is continuing to explore opportunities to reduce operating expenses and
increase future operating efficiencies.
In July 2007, BankAtlantic accepted an offer from an unrelated developer to sell the
developed and undeveloped lots associated with a real estate development owned by BankAtlantic as
a result of its acquisition of Community Savings Bankshares, Inc. in March 2002. However,
BankAtlantic has not entered into a definitive contract and there is no assurance that the sale
will be completed. The offer price was lower than the carrying amount of the real estate
inventory resulted in BankAtlantic recognizing a real estate inventory impairment write-down of
$1.1 million. If this transaction is consummated the buyer will become the developer of the
project and responsible for on-going obligations of the development. BankAtlantic will maintain
ownership of nine single family homes and four condominium units. These units are currently being
marketed through real estate brokers.
Other expense during the 2006 three and six month periods was impacted by a $1.0 million loss
on the early redemption of FHLB advances.
BankAtlantics Provision for Income Taxes
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
(in thousands) | 2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | ||||||||||||||||||
Income before income taxes |
$ | 11,159 | $ | 17,976 | $ | (6,817 | ) | $ | 12,045 | $ | 32,159 | $ | (20,114 | ) | ||||||||||
Provision for income taxes |
754 | 5,272 | (4,518 | ) | 1,001 | 9,293 | (8,292 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
BankAtlantic net income |
$ | 10,405 | $ | 12,704 | $ | (2,299 | ) | $ | 11,044 | $ | 22,866 | $ | (11,822 | ) | ||||||||||
Effective tax rate |
6.76 | % | 29.33 | % | -22.57 | % | 8.31 | % | 28.90 | % | -20.59 | % | ||||||||||||
The lower effective tax rate during the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 compared
to the same 2006 periods resulted from a significant increase in the ratio of projected tax exempt
income to total earnings for the year.
Parent Company Results of Operations
For the Three Months | For the Six Months | |||||||||||||||||||||||
(in thousands) | Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | ||||||||||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | |||||||||||||||||||
Net interest income (expense) |
$ | (4,861 | ) | $ | (4,798 | ) | $ | (63 | ) | $ | (9,785 | ) | $ | (9,416 | ) | $ | (369 | ) | ||||||
Non-interest income |
9,043 | 2,673 | 6,370 | 10,959 | 6,036 | 4,923 | ||||||||||||||||||
Non-interest expense |
1,898 | 1,840 | 58 | 2,832 | 3,800 | (968 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Income (loss) before income taxes |
2,284 | (3,965 | ) | 6,249 | (1,658 | ) | (7,180 | ) | 5,522 | |||||||||||||||
Income tax expense (benefit) |
961 | (1,702 | ) | 2,663 | (138 | ) | (2,776 | ) | 2,638 | |||||||||||||||
Parent company (loss) |
$ | 1,323 | $ | (2,263 | ) | $ | 3,586 | $ | (1,520 | ) | $ | (4,404 | ) | $ | 2,884 | |||||||||
The Companys junior subordinated debentures and other borrowings average balances were
$264.1 million during the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $263.3 million during the
same 2006 period. The average rates on junior subordinated debentures increased from 8.28% during
the three months ended June 30, 2006 to 8.33% during the same 2007 period. During the six months
ended June 30, 2007 average junior subordinated debentures and other borrowings average balances
were $263.7 million compared to $263.3 million during the same 2006 period. The average rates on
junior subordinated debentures increased from 8.11% during the six months ended June 30, 2006 to
8.33% during the same 2007 period.
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The increase in non-interest income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 compared
to the same 2006 periods was a result of unrealized gains of $6.1 million and $4.6 million,
respectively, associated with the change in value of Stifel warrants acquired in connection with
the Ryan Beck sale. Also included in non-interest income during the three and six months ended
June 30, 2007 was $2.5 million and $5.0 million, respectively, of gains on securities activities in
managed fund investments compared to $2.4 million and $4.9 million during the comparable 2006
periods.
The decrease in non-interest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the
same 2006 period was due to a $200,000 allocation of compensation costs to BankAtlantic. The
decrease in non-interest expense for the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same 2006
period primarily resulted from lower incentive compensation costs.
BankAtlantic Bancorp Consolidated Financial Condition
Total assets at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006 were $6.5 billion. Significant
changes in components of total assets from December 31, 2006 to June 30, 2007 are summarized
below:
| Increase in cash and cash equivalents resulting from the Parent Companys issuance of $25 million of junior subordinated debentures and temporarily investing the funds in short term investments; | ||
| Increase in securities available for sale reflecting Stifel common stock received upon the sale of Ryan Beck and the purchase of agency securities partially offset by the sale of Parent Company equity investment securities to fund the Companys Class A common stock repurchase program; | ||
| Increase in investment securities at cost reflecting Stifel equity securities received upon the sale of Ryan Beck which are subject to contractual restrictions limiting sales; | ||
| Increase in tax certificate balances primarily due to purchases of Florida tax certificates; | ||
| Lower investment in FHLB stock related to repayments of FHLB advances; | ||
| Increase in loan receivable balances associated with higher purchased residential, small business and home equity loan balances partially offset by lower commercial real estate loan balances; | ||
| Increase in office properties and equipment associated with BankAtlantics store expansion initiatives; | ||
| Increase in deferred tax assets primarily resulting from the increase in the allowance for loan losses; and | ||
| Decrease in discontinued operations assets held for sale reflecting the sale of Ryan Beck to Stifel. |
The Companys total liabilities at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006 were $6.0 billion.
Significant changes in components of total liabilities from December 31, 2006 to June 30, 2007 are
summarized below:
| Lower non-interest-bearing deposit balances reflecting the migration of deposits to higher yielding products as a result of a competitive interest rate environment; | ||
| Higher interest-bearing deposit balances primarily associated with increased high yield savings and certificates of deposit balances primarily reflecting transfers of customer deposit balances to higher yielding products; | ||
| Decrease in FHLB advances and short term borrowings due to deposit growth; | ||
| Increase in subordinated debentures and bonds payable primarily associated with the Parent Companys issuance of $25 million of junior subordinated debentures; and | ||
| Decrease in discontinued operations liabilities held for sale reflecting the sale of Ryan Beck to Stifel. |
Liquidity and Capital Resources
BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. Liquidity and Capital Resources
The Companys principal source of liquidity is dividends from BankAtlantic. The Company also
obtains funds through the issuance of equity and debt securities, borrowings from financial
institutions, and liquidation of equity securities and other investments. The Company uses these
funds to contribute capital to its subsidiaries, pay debt service, repay borrowings, purchase
equity securities, repurchase Class A common stock and fund operations. The Companys 2007 annual
debt service associated with its junior subordinated debentures is approximately $22.8 million.
The Companys estimated current annual dividends to common shareholders are approximately $9.7
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million. During the six months ended June 30, 2007, the Company received $10.0 million of
dividends from BankAtlantic. The declaration and payment of dividends and the ability of the
Company to meet its debt service obligations will depend upon the results of operations, financial
condition and cash requirements of the Company, as well as indenture restrictions and the ability
of BankAtlantic to pay dividends to the Company. These payments are subject to regulations and OTS
approval and are based upon BankAtlantics regulatory capital levels and net income.
In June 2007, the Company participated in a pooled trust preferred securities offering in
which the Company received $25 million of net cash proceeds from the offering. The junior
subordinated debentures issued by the Company in connection with the offering bear interest at
three month LIBOR plus 145 basis points, mature in June 2037 and are redeemable five years from the
issuance date. The Company intends to use the proceeds from the offering for general corporate
purposes, including funding of BankAtlantics store expansion initiatives, redeeming higher rate
junior subordinated debentures and funding its stock buyback program.
As consideration for the merger of Ryan Beck with Stifel, the Company received 2,377,354
shares of Stifel common stock and warrants to acquire approximately 481,724 shares of Stifel common
stock at $36.00 per share. The Company has agreed that, other than in private transactions, it
will not, without Stifels consent, sell more than one-third of the shares of Stifel common stock
received by it within the year following the initial registration of such securities nor more than
two-thirds of the shares of Stifel common stock received by it within the two-year period following
the initial registration of such securities. Subject to the foregoing restrictions, the Company
may from time to time sell Stifel equity securities and use the proceeds for general corporate
purposes.
The Company has invested $47.6 million in equity securities with a money manager. The equity
securities had a fair value of $58.8 million as of June 30, 2007. It is anticipated that these
funds will be invested in this manner until needed to fund the operations of the Company and its
subsidiaries, which may include acquisitions, BankAtlantics store expansion and growth
initiatives, repurchase and retirement of Class A common stock or other business purposes. The
Company has also utilized this portfolio of equity securities as a source of liquidity to pay debt
service on its borrowings.
In May 2006, the Companys Board of Directors approved the repurchase of up to 6,000,000
shares of its Class A Common Stock. Share repurchases will be based on market conditions and
liquidity requirements. No termination date was set for the buyback program. The shares will be
purchased on the open market, although we may purchase shares through private transactions. The
Company plans to fund the share repurchase program primarily through the sale of equity securities
from its securities portfolio. During the six months ended June 30, 2007, the Company repurchased
and retired 3,370,274 shares of Class A common stock at an aggregate purchase price of $36.4
million.
BankAtlantic Liquidity and Capital Resources
BankAtlantics liquidity will depend on its ability to generate sufficient cash to support
loan demand, to meet deposit withdrawals, to fund growth and to pay operating expenses.
BankAtlantics securities portfolio provides an internal source of liquidity through its
short-term investments as well as scheduled maturities and interest payments. Loan repayments and
loan sales also provide an internal source of liquidity.
The FHLB has granted BankAtlantic a line of credit capped at 40% of assets subject to
available collateral, with a maximum term of ten years. BankAtlantic had utilized its FHLB line of
credit to borrow $1.4 billion as of June 30, 2007. The line of credit is secured by a blanket lien
on BankAtlantics residential mortgage loans and certain commercial real estate and consumer
loans. BankAtlantics remaining available borrowings under this line of credit were approximately
$833.9 million at June 30, 2007. BankAtlantic has established lines of credit for up to $582.9
million with other banks to purchase federal funds of which $108 million was outstanding as of
June 30, 2007. BankAtlantic has also established a $6.8 million line of credit with the Federal
Reserve Bank of Atlanta. BankAtlantic is also a participating institution in the Federal Reserve
Treasury Investment Program for up to $50 million in fundings and at June 30, 2007, $2.7 million
of short-term borrowings were outstanding under this program. BankAtlantic also has various
relationships to acquire brokered deposits, which may be utilized as an alternative source of
liquidity, if needed. At June 30, 2007, BankAtlantic had $14.9 million of brokered deposits.
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BankAtlantics commitments to originate and purchase loans at June 30, 2007 were $333 million
and $123 million, respectively, compared to $350 million and $145 million, respectively, at June
30, 2006. At June 30, 2007, total loan commitments represented approximately 7.2% of net loans
receivable.
At June 30, 2007, BankAtlantic had investments and mortgage-backed securities of
approximately $85.7 million pledged against securities sold under agreements to repurchase, $70.5
million pledged against public deposits, $55.1 million pledged against the Federal Reserve
Investment program and $1.5 million pledged against treasury tax and loan accounts.
BankAtlantic in 2004 began a de novo store expansion strategy and has opened 23 stores since
January 2005. At June 30, 2007, BankAtlantic had $6.3 million of commitments to purchase land for
store expansion. BankAtlantic has entered into operating land leases and has purchased various
parcels of land for future store construction throughout Florida. BankAtlantics estimated capital
expenditures for the remainder of 2007 in connection with the 2007 store expansion initiatives are
expected to be approximately $27.2 million. BankAtlantic estimates that the capital requirements
for funding this store expansion will be approximately $2.2 million which may be funded through
capital contributions from BankAtlantic Bancorp or from BankAtlantics operations.
At June 30, 2007, BankAtlantic met all applicable liquidity and regulatory capital
requirements.
At the indicated dates, BankAtlantics capital amounts and ratios were (dollars in thousands):
Minimum Ratios | ||||||||||||||||
Adequately | Well | |||||||||||||||
Actual | Capitalized | Capitalized | ||||||||||||||
Amount | Ratio | Ratio | Ratio | |||||||||||||
At June 30, 2007: |
||||||||||||||||
Total risk-based capital |
$ | 536,918 | 12.34 | % | 8.00 | % | 10.00 | % | ||||||||
Tier 1 risk-based
capital |
$ | 462,185 | 10.62 | % | 4.00 | % | 6.00 | % | ||||||||
Tangible capital |
$ | 462,185 | 7.48 | % | 1.50 | % | 1.50 | % | ||||||||
Core capital |
$ | 462,185 | 7.48 | % | 4.00 | % | 5.00 | % | ||||||||
At December 31, 2006: |
||||||||||||||||
Total risk-based capital |
$ | 529,497 | 12.08 | % | 8.00 | % | 10.00 | % | ||||||||
Tier 1 risk-based
capital |
$ | 460,359 | 10.50 | % | 4.00 | % | 6.00 | % | ||||||||
Tangible capital |
$ | 460,359 | 7.55 | % | 1.50 | % | 1.50 | % | ||||||||
Core capital |
$ | 460,359 | 7.55 | % | 4.00 | % | 5.00 | % |
Savings institutions are also subject to the provisions of the Federal Deposit Insurance
Corporation Improvement Act of 1991 (FDICIA). Regulations implementing the prompt corrective
action provisions of FDICIA define specific capital categories based on FDICIAs defined capital
ratios, as discussed more fully in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31,
2006.
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements Contractual Obligations as of June 30, 2007
(in thousands) | Payments Due by Period (2) | |||||||||||||||||||
Less than | After 5 | |||||||||||||||||||
Contractual Obligations | Total | 1 year | 1-3 years | 4-5 years | years | |||||||||||||||
Time deposits |
$ | 1,000,278 | $ | 855,109 | $ | 111,093 | $ | 33,964 | $ | 112 | ||||||||||
Long-term debt |
318,437 | | | | 318,437 | |||||||||||||||
Advances from FHLB (1) |
1,397,051 | 1,365,051 | | 32,000 | | |||||||||||||||
Operating lease obligations |
147,515 | 9,616 | 21,219 | 17,319 | 99,361 | |||||||||||||||
Pension obligation |
14,336 | 938 | 2,220 | 2,848 | 8,330 | |||||||||||||||
Other obligations |
33,694 | 12,494 | 8,400 | 6,400 | 6,400 | |||||||||||||||
Total contractual cash
obligations |
$ | 2,911,311 | $ | 2,243,208 | $ | 142,932 | $ | 92,531 | $ | 432,640 | ||||||||||
(1) | Payments due by period are based on contractual maturities | |
(2) | The above table excludes interest payments on interest bearing liabilities |
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Homebuilding & Real Estate Development
Our Homebuilding & Real Estate Development activities are comprised of the
operations of Levitt Corporation. Levitt present its results in four reportable segments and its
results of operations are consolidated with BFC Financial Corporation. The only assets available to
BFC Financial Corporation are dividends when and if paid by Levitt. Levitt is a separate public
company and its management prepared the following discussion regarding Levitt which was included in
Levitts Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2007 filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission. Accordingly, references to the Company, we, us or our
in the following discussion under the caption Homebuilding & Real Estate Development are
references to Levitt and its subsidiaries, and are not references to BFC Financial Corporation.
The objective of the following discussion is to provide an understanding of the financial
condition and results of operations of Levitt Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiaries
(Levitt, or the Company) as of and for the three and six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006.
The Company may also be referred to as we, us, or our. We engage in real estate activities
through Levitt and Sons, LLC (Levitt and Sons), Core Communities, LLC (Core Communities) and
other operations, which includes Levitt Commercial, LLC (Levitt Commercial), an investment in
Bluegreen Corporation (Bluegreen) and investments in real estate projects through subsidiaries
and joint ventures. Acquired in December 1999, Levitt and Sons is a developer of single and
multi-family home and townhome communities for active adults and families in Florida, Georgia,
South Carolina and Tennessee. Levitt and Sons operates in two reportable segments Primary
Homebuilding and Tennessee Homebuilding. Core Communities develops master-planned communities and
is currently developing Tradition Florida, which is located in Port St. Lucie, Florida, and
Tradition South Carolina, which is located in Hardeeville, South Carolina. Tradition Florida is
encompasses more than 8,200 total acres, including approximately five miles of frontage on
Interstate 95, and Tradition South Carolina currently encompasses approximately 5,400 acres for
residential development and approximately 1.5 million square feet of commercial space. Levitt
Commercial specializes in the development of industrial properties. Bluegreen, a New York Stock
Exchange-listed company in which we own approximately 31% of the outstanding common stock, is
engaged in the acquisition, development, marketing and sale of ownership interests in primarily
drive-to vacation resorts, and the development and sale of golf communities and residential land.
Some of the statements contained or incorporated by reference herein include forward-looking
statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the
Securities Act), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the
Exchange Act ), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Some of the forward-looking
statements can be identified by the use of words such as anticipate, believe, estimate,
may, intend, expect, will, should, seeks or other similar expressions.
Forward-looking statements are based largely on managements expectations and involve inherent
risks and uncertainties. In addition to the risks identified in the Companys Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006, you should refer to the other risks and
uncertainties discussed throughout this document for specific risks which could cause actual
results to be significantly different from those expressed or implied by those forward-looking
statements. Some factors which may affect the accuracy of the forward-looking statements apply
generally to the real estate industry, while other factors apply directly to us. Any number of
important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the
forward-looking statements including: the impact of economic, competitive and other factors
affecting the Company and its operations; the market for real estate in the areas where the
Company has developments, including the impact of market conditions on the Companys margins and
the fair value of our real estate inventory; the accuracy of the estimated fair value of our real
estate inventory and the potential for further write-downs or impairment charges; the need to
offer additional incentives to buyers to generate sales; the effects of increases in interest
rates and availability of credit to buyers of our homes; cancellations of existing sales contracts
and the ability to consummate sales contracts included in the Companys backlog; the Companys
ability to timely deliver homes from backlog, shorten delivery cycles and improve operational and
construction efficiency; the realization of cost savings associated with reductions of workforce
and the ability to limit overhead and costs commensurate with sales; the Companys ability to
periodically renew our credit facilities on acceptable terms, if at all, and enable us to finance
projects through completion; the Companys ability to maintain sufficient liquidity and
satisfactory banking relationships in the event of a continued weakness in the
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housing market; the Companys ability to access additional capital on acceptable terms, if at
all, including through BFC Financial Corporation (BFC); and the Companys success at managing
the risks involved in the foregoing. Many of these factors are beyond our control. The Company
cautions that the foregoing factors are not exclusive.
Executive Overview
Our operations are concentrated in the real estate industry, which is cyclical in nature. In
addition, the majority of our inventory is located in the State of Florida. Our homebuilding
operations sell residential housing while our land development business sells land to residential
builders as well as commercial developers, and on occasion internally develops commercial real
estate and enters into lease arrangements. In the three and six months ended June 30, 2007, we
continued to experience further deterioration in our homebuilding business. Excess supply,
particularly in previously strong markets like Florida, in combination with a reduction in demand
resulting from tightened credit requirements and reductions in credit availability, as well as
ongoing buyer concerns about the direction of the market, has led to continued downward pricing
pressure for residential homes and land. Based on a project by project assessment of local market
conditions, existing backlog and available remaining inventory, we offered various sales incentives
to our customers and aggressively reduced pricing in the second quarter of 2007 in an effort to
increase sales. These actions led to downward pressure on current and future margins. These
pricing pressures are expected to continue for the foreseeable future as there is no indication
that market conditions will improve and enable us to return to acceptable margins until the excess
supplies of new and resale residential homes decrease and buyer confidence is restored. Our
assessment of the market and current pricing strategies were incorporated into our cash flow
projections for our various homebuilding projects and led to the recording of $63.0 million in
impairment charges in the quarter ended June 30, 2007.
Our Land division did not record any significant sales in the three and six months ended June
30, 2007 as demand for residential inventory by homebuilders in Florida substantially decreased and
the Land Division has recently concentrated on sales of commercial property. It is expected that
a higher percentage of revenue in the near term will come from sales of commercial property in
Florida, where the market for commercial property appears to remain strong. In addition, the Land
Division does expect an increase in the future related to residential and commercial land sales in
South Carolina as development on that project continues.
We are focused on efforts to maintain sufficient liquidity to withstand the deteriorating
homebuilding environment by reducing field staffing levels as necessary and working with
subcontractors to lower the costs of home construction. More dramatic cost reduction strategies and
asset reduction scenarios may be necessary in the future. We do not intend to purchase any new land
in our homebuilding division in 2007. We are also closely monitoring spending for land development
in existing projects, including the timing and phasing of community amenity construction. We will
re-evaluate land acquisitions in 2008 and determine if there are economically viable opportunities to acquire finished lots from third parties that would enable us to expedite the opening of new
communities, or further collaborate with our Land Division in their master planned communities.
Land acquisitions and future houseline spending will be dependent on obtaining financing on
acceptable terms, if at all. We also regularly review the performance of each project and are
currently exploring the opportunity to sell certain land positions, although the current demand for
land parcels is weak.
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Financial and Non-Financial Metrics
We evaluate our performance and prospects using a variety of financial and non-financial
metrics. The key financial metrics utilized to evaluate historical operating performance include
revenues from sales of real estate, margin (which we measure as revenues from sales of real estate
minus cost of sales of real estate), margin percentage (which we measure as margin divided by
revenues from sales of real estate), income before taxes, net income and return on equity. We
also continue to evaluate and monitor selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage
of revenue. Non-financial metrics used to evaluate historical performance include the number and
value of new orders executed, the number of cancelled contracts and resulting spec inventory, the
number of housing starts and the number of homes delivered. In evaluating our future prospects,
management considers non-financial information such as the number of homes and acres in backlog
(which we measure as homes or land subject to an executed sales contract) and the aggregate value
of those contracts as well as cancellation rates of homes in backlog. Additionally, we monitor the
number of properties remaining in inventory and under contract to be purchased relative to our
sales and construction trends. Our ratio of debt to shareholders equity and cash requirements are
also considered when evaluating our future prospects, as are general economic factors and interest
rate trends. Each of the above metrics is discussed in the following sections as it relates to our
operating results, financial position and liquidity. These metrics are not an exhaustive list, and
management may from time to time utilize different financial and non-financial information or may
not use all of the metrics mentioned above.
Homebuilding Overview
The Homebuilding Division which operates through Levitt and Sons consists of two reportable
operating segments, the Primary Homebuilding segment and the Tennessee Homebuilding segment. The
homebuilding environment continued to deteriorate during the first half of 2007 as increased
inventory levels combined with weakened consumer demand for housing and tightened credit
requirements negatively affected sales, deliveries and margins throughout the industry. In our
Tennessee Homebuilding segment we delivered significantly fewer homes in the first six months of
2007, as compared to the same period of 2006 due to these difficult market conditions, and in both
segments of our Homebuilding Division we experienced decreased orders and increased cancellation
rates on homes in backlog.
We curtailed land spending in 2007 but intend to re-evaluate the viability of land
acquisitions in 2008 to determine whether there are any appropriate opportunities for development.
We will continue to evaluate the land we have access to from Core Communities as well as the
acquisition of land from third parties in order to increase our community count and replace sold
out communities. This spending will be dependent on obtaining financing on acceptable terms, if at
all.
There has been a significant slowdown in the Florida market and orders in the second quarter
of 2007 reflected a reduction in average sales price due to sales incentives and discounts. We
believe sales incentives and aggressive discounting will continue to be required in Florida and
Tennessee in order to maintain sales levels and, as a result, average selling prices are expected
to remain below historical averages for at least the next 12-24 months and possibly beyond.
Average sales prices of deliveries, while higher than the prior year, were also significantly
reduced in the second quarter of 2007 by discounts provided in an effort to avoid cancellations and
encourage closings.
Our Homebuilding divisions backlog at June 30, 2007 was substantially lower than the December
31, 2006 level. The backlog decreased reflecting fewer units with lower average selling prices.
The decrease in the number of units is due to the number of closings of homes exceeding the level
of sales activity in the six months ended June 30, 2007 as well as the cancellation of contracts by
buyers. In addition, sales prices in the current market have experienced downward pressure
associated with pricing incentives necessary to be competitive and mitigate the imbalance in
housing supply and demand. We offered aggressive price incentives in the second quarter of 2007
and expect to continue to offer incentives as necessary to remain competitive and generate new
sales. We also continue to monitor our cancellation rates of homes in backlog and work with our
customers to convert backlog into deliveries. As a result of these conditions, higher expenses are
being incurred for advertising, outside brokers and other marketing programs in order to attract
buyers to our communities.
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As a result of the aggressive sales discounts and incentives expected in the future and the
continuing challenges of the overall homebuilding industry discussed above, we recognized
approximately $63.0 million and $63.3 million in inventory related impairment charges in the three
and six months ended June 30, 2007, respectively. This compares to $4.7 million of impairment
charges recorded in the three and six months ended June 30, 2006. In addition to the impairment
charges in 2006, we also fully wrote-down goodwill in the amount of approximately $1.3 million in
the three and six months ended June 30, 2006 related to the Tennessee Homebuilding segment. The
write-down was a result of several factors including historical and projected performance, the loss
of key management, and declining market conditions.
Land Development Overview
The Land Division generates revenue from land sales from two master planned communities:
Tradition, Florida and Tradition, South Carolina. Tradition, Florida has been in active
development for several years, while Tradition, South Carolina is in the early stage of
development. There were three residential lots sold (one acre) in Tradition, South Carolina in the
three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to 49 acres in Tradition, Florida in the same period in
2006. Additionally, the Land Division generates ancillary revenue from commercial leasing and
provides irrigation services and marketing services to the homebuilders who purchase developed
property in our master planned communities. These services increased in the current period
compared to the prior period due to increased rental income associated with commercial leasing of
certain properties and increased revenues relating to irrigation services provided to both
homebuilders and the residents of Tradition, Florida.
Tradition, Florida encompasses more than 8,200 total acres, including approximately 5,800 net
saleable acres. Approximately 1,757 acres have been sold to date and 44 acres were subject to firm
sales contracts with various purchasers as of June 30, 2007. Tradition, South Carolina,
encompasses almost 5,400 total acres, including approximately 3,000 net saleable acres and is
currently entitled for up to 9,500 residential units and 1.5 million square feet of commercial
space, in addition to recreational areas, educational facilities and emergency services, and had 54
acres subject to firm sales contracts with various homebuilders as of June 30, 2007.
Our Land division did not record any significant sales in the three and six months ended June
30, 2007 as demand for residential inventory by homebuilders in Florida substantially decreased and
the Land Division has recently concentrated on sales of commercial property. In
addition to sales of parcels to homebuilders, the Land Division plans to continue to expand its
commercial operations through sales to developers and to internally develop certain projects for
leasing to third parties. It is expected that
a higher percentage of revenue in the near term will come from sales of commercial property in
Florida, where the market for commercial property appears to remain strong. In addition, the Land
Division does expect an increase in revenue in the future related to residential and commercial
land sales in South Carolina as development on that project continues. Interest in the South
Carolina residential market appears less severely impacted than the Florida residential market.
Due to the nature and size of individual land transactions, our Land Division results are
subject to significant volatility. Although we have historically realized between 40.0% and 60.0%
margin on Land Division sales, margins on land sales are likely to remain below the lower end of
the historical range given the current downturn in the real estate markets and the significant
decrease in demand in Florida we are continuing to experience. Margins will fluctuate based upon
changing sales prices and costs attributable to the land sold, as well as the potential impact of
revenue deferrals associated with percentage of completion accounting. In addition to the impact
of economic and market factors, the sales price of land sold varies depending upon: the location;
the parcel size; whether the parcel is sold as raw land, partially developed land or individually
developed lots; the degree to which the land is entitled; and whether the designated use of land is
residential or commercial. The cost of sales of real estate is dependent upon the original cost of
the land acquired, the timing of the acquisition of the land, and the amount of land development,
interest and real estate tax costs capitalized to the particular land parcel during active
development. Allocations to cost of sales involve significant management judgment and include an
estimate of future costs of development, which can vary over time due to labor and material cost
increases, master plan design changes and regulatory modifications. Accordingly, allocations are
subject to change based on factors which are in many instances beyond managements control. Future
margins will continue to vary based on these and other market factors.
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In June 2007 the Land Division solicited bids from several potential buyers to purchase assets
associated with two commercial leasing projects. We believe these offers are reasonable in
relation to the current fair value and it is our intention to complete the sale of these assets by
the end of this calendar year. However, we have not entered into definitive agreements for the sale
of these assets and there is no assurance that these sales will be completed during 2007. The
assets are available for immediate sale in their present condition. It is reasonably possible that
we may have continuing involvement in operating and managing these assets after the sale and may
keep a retained interest in the assets and as a result exercise influence over the operating and
financial policies of the real estate assets in the future. In accordance with SFAS 144,
Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, we have not classified the
operations of these assets as discontinued operations due to the potential continuing involvement
and retained interest. However, the assets have been reclassified to assets held for sale and the
related liabilities associated with these assets held for sale have also been reclassified in the
unaudited consolidated statements of financial condition at June 30, 2007. Prior period amounts
have also been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
Critical accounting policies are those policies that are important to the understanding of our
financial statements and may also involve estimates and judgments about inherently uncertain
matters. In preparing our financial statements, management makes estimates and assumptions that
affect the amounts reported in the financial statements. These estimates require the exercise of
judgment, as future events cannot be determined with certainty. Accordingly, actual results could
differ significantly from those estimates. Material estimates that are particularly susceptible to
significant change in subsequent periods relate to revenue and cost recognition on percent complete
projects, reserves and accruals, impairment reserves of assets, valuation of real estate, estimated
costs to complete of construction, reserves for litigation and contingencies and deferred tax
valuation allowances. The accounting policies that we have identified as critical to the
portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations are: (a) inventory of real estate;
(b) investments in unconsolidated subsidiaries; (c) homesite contracts and consolidation of
variable interest entities; (d) revenue recognition; (e) capitalized interest; (f) income taxes;
(g) impairment of long-lived assets; and (h) accounting for stock-based compensation. For a more
detailed discussion of these critical accounting policies see Critical Accounting Policies
appearing in our Annual Report on Form 10-K/A Amendment No. 2 for the year ended December 31, 2006.
Inventory of real estate
At June 30, 2007, we reviewed the real estate inventory for impairment on a project-by-project
basis in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 144, Accounting for the
Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets (SFAS No. 144). In accordance with our practices
and due to significant price reductions and sales incentives offered in the second quarter of 2007
and continued deterioration in the homebuilding market, we assessed all of our projects, which
included homebuilding projects and land held for development and sale, to identify underperforming
projects and land investments with carrying amounts that may not be recoverable through future cash
flows. We measure the recoverability of assets by comparing the carrying amount of an asset to its
estimated future undiscounted cash flows.
Each project was assessed individually and as a result, the assumptions used to derive future
cash flows varied by project. For land held for sale that is being remarketed, contract proposals
from third parties or market assessments were used. For homebuilding projects, a variety of
assumptions were used. These key assumptions are dependent on project-specific conditions and are
inherently uncertain. The factors that may influence the assumptions include:
| historical project performance, including traffic trends and conversions rates, sales, selling prices including incentive and discount programs, and cancellation trends, | ||
| competitors presence and their competitive actions, |
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| project specific attributes such as location desirability, market segment (active adult vs. family) and product type (single family detached vs. town home), and | ||
| current local market economic and demographic conditions, including interest rates, in-migration trends and job growth, and related trends and forecasts. |
We modified cash flow assumptions used at year end and at March 31, 2007 based on local market
conditions and project-specific factors that changed during the three months ended June 30, 2007.
Assumptions were updated to reflect current market trends, current pricing strategies including any
sales incentives or discounts, and recent sales, delivery and cancellation trends. After
considering these factors, we projected future cash flows for the balance of the project until the
project is expected to be sold out. If the resulting carrying amount of the project exceeded the
estimated undiscounted cash flows from the project, an impairment charge was recognized to reduce
the carrying value of the project to fair value. Fair value is determined by applying a risk based
discount rate (currently 15%) to the future estimated cash flows for each project.
At June 30, 2007, we had 13 projects in the Tennessee Homebuilding segment with inventory
available for sale. Our Tennessee projects are generally smaller and of a shorter duration than
projects in our other markets. These projects are expected to sell out through 2008. We used
certain assumptions in the impairment evaluation for the Tennessee projects at June 30, 2007
regarding projected sales prices, unit sales and margin percentage which resulted in projected
negative margins at six projects ranging between (5.3%) and (67.2%). In addition, if there were
projected losses in backlog on certain contracts entered into in the second quarter 2007 we fully
reserved for the projected loss on those contracts.
Our homebuilding projects in the Primary Homebuilding segment are generally larger than
projects in the Tennessee Homebuilding segment and many are in the early stages of development.
Accordingly, the projections for many projects will extend for four to seven years into the
future, inherently increasing the uncertainty involved in the projections. Specific assumptions
for projected unit sales and margin percentage on delivered units for homebuilding projects
excluding Tennessee include:
| estimated average future sales prices were based on current sales prices with significant discounts and incentives continuing through 2009 followed by average sales price increases ranging from nominal to 4% in 2010 and beyond. Discounting activity is assumed to gradually diminish beginning in the second half of 2009; | ||
| estimated future construction and land development costs were kept relatively consistent throughout the entire project; | ||
| estimates of average (unweighted) gross margin percentages ranging between 8% and 11% in the early years and 14% and higher in 2011 and beyond; | ||
| estimated future sales rates were projected to decline in 2007 and 2008, with more than 50% of projects projected to average less than 80 units per year. Sales rates were projected to improve in 2009, with only 25% of projects selling less than 80 units per year, and then stabilizing beginning in 2010. |
As a result of the above analysis, we recorded impairment charges in the three and six months
ended June 30, 2007 for eight projects in the Primary Homebuilding segment and for ten projects in
the Tennessee Homebuilding segment. During the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006
impairment charges amounted to approximately $63.0 million and $4.7 million, respectively. In the
six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 impairment charges amounted to approximately $63.3 million
and $4.7 million, respectively.
At June 30, 2007, total homebuilding inventory was $586.9 million, of which $183.6 million, or
31.3%, had recorded impairments. At the time these impairments were taken, inventory on those
projects was recorded at estimated fair value which was below cost. The balance of the projects
are recorded at cost. At December 31, 2006 total homebuilding inventory was $664.6 million, of
which $113.6 million, or 17.1%, had recorded impairments. The balance was recorded at cost.
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CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||||||||||
June 30, | June 30, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | |||||||||||||||||||
(In thousands) | (Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Revenues |
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Sales of real estate |
$ | 125,364 | 130,658 | (5,294 | ) | 266,662 | 256,201 | 10,461 | ||||||||||||||||
Other revenues |
2,476 | 2,556 | (80 | ) | 4,973 | 4,507 | 466 | |||||||||||||||||
Total revenues |
127,840 | 133,214 | (5,374 | ) | 271,635 | 260,708 | 10,927 | |||||||||||||||||
Costs and expenses |
||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales of real estate |
171,594 | 105,652 | 65,942 | 284,502 | 207,707 | 76,795 | ||||||||||||||||||
Selling, general and
administrative expenses |
33,609 | 31,012 | 2,597 | 66,515 | 57,767 | 8,748 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other expenses |
413 | 1,923 | (1,510 | ) | 895 | 2,549 | (1,654 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Total costs and expenses |
205,616 | 138,587 | 67,029 | 351,912 | 268,023 | 83,889 | ||||||||||||||||||
Earnings from Bluegreen
Corporation |
1,357 | 2,152 | (795 | ) | 3,101 | 2,103 | 998 | |||||||||||||||||
Interest and other income |
3,299 | 2,129 | 1,170 | 5,641 | 3,018 | 2,623 | ||||||||||||||||||
Loss before income taxes |
(73,120 | ) | (1,092 | ) | (72,028 | ) | (71,535 | ) | (2,194 | ) | (69,341 | ) | ||||||||||||
Benefit for income taxes |
15,033 | 355 | 14,678 | 14,424 | 797 | 13,627 | ||||||||||||||||||
Net loss |
$ | (58,087 | ) | (737 | ) | (57,350 | ) | (57,111 | ) | (1,397 | ) | (55,714 | ) | |||||||||||
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
Consolidated net loss increased $57.4 million for the three months ended June 30, 2007 as
compared to the same period in 2006. The increase in net loss was the result of a $63.0 million
impairment charge recorded in the Homebuilding Division in the three months ended June 30, 2007
compared to $4.7 million in the three months ended June 30, 2006. In addition, there were higher
selling, general and administrative expenses in all of the Divisions except in our Tennessee
Homebuilding segment, and lower sales recognized by our Land Division. Further, Bluegreen
Corporations earnings decreased during the three months ended June 30, 2007 as compared to the
same period in 2006. The increased charges were partially offset by increases in interest and
other income associated with the increased forfeited deposits realized by our Homebuilding
Division.
Revenues from sales of real estate decreased 4.1% to $125.4 million for the three months ended
June 30, 2007 from $130.7 million for the same period in 2006. In the three months ended June 30,
2007, the Land Division generated revenue of $1.9 million compared to $14.1 million of revenue in
the same period in 2006. The decrease was mostly attributable to selling three residential lots
(one acre) in the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to selling 49 acres in the same period
in 2006. Additionally, revenues from home sales in our Tennessee Homebuilding segment decreased
to $8.8 million during the three months ended June 30, 2007, from $14.3 million for the same period
in 2006. During the three months ended June 30, 2007, 44 homes were delivered in the Tennessee
Homebuilding segment compared to 66 homes delivered during the same period in 2006. These
decreases were partially offset by increased revenues in the Primary Homebuilding Division which
was $114.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $102.3 million for the same
period in 2006. During the three months ended June 30, 2007, the Primary Homebuilding Division
delivered 335 homes as compared to 326 homes delivered during the same period in 2006.
Other revenues decreased $80,000 to $2.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2007,
compared to $2.6 million during the same period in 2006. Other revenues in the Primary Homebuilding
segment decreased due to lower revenues from our title company despite the higher number of
closings because we used an outside title broker for more closings in the 2007 period compared to
the 2006 period due to the geographic location of the closings. These decreases were offset in
part by the increased revenue in our Land Division associated with rental income received from
leasing internally developed commercial properties, increased revenues relating to irrigation
services
provided to both homebuilders and the residents of Tradition, Florida, and marketing income
associated with Tradition, Florida.
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Cost of sales of real estate increased 62.4% to $171.6 million during the three months ended
June 30, 2007, as compared to $105.7 million in the same period in 2006. Cost of sales increased
despite the decrease in revenues from sales of real estate. The increase was due to impairment
charges being recorded in an aggregate amount of $63.0 million in both of our segments of the
Homebuilding Division during the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the Tennessee
Homebuilding segment recording a $4.7 million impairment charge in the same period in 2006. In
addition to impairment charges, cost of sales increased due to higher costs of construction based
on the product mix that was delivered and increased deliveries in our Primary Homebuilding
division. The increase in cost of sales in the Homebuilding Division was partially offset by lower
cost of sales in the Land Division due to lower revenue and lower deliveries in the Tennessee
Homebuilding segment.
Consolidated margin percentage declined during the three months ended June 30, 2007 to a
negative margin of 36.9% compared to a margin of 19.1% in the three months ended June 30, 2006
primarily related to the impairment charges recorded in the Homebuilding Division. Consolidated
gross margin excluding impairment charges was 13.4% compared to a gross margin of 22.8% for the
same period in 2006. The decline was associated with significant discounts offered to encourage
buyers to close and reduce cancellations and aggressive pricing discounts on spec units.
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $2.6 million to $33.6 million during
the three months ended June 30, 2007 from $31.0 million during the same period in 2006 as a result
of higher employee compensation and benefits, increased advertising, marketing and outside broker
commissions, increased depreciation and increased professional fees. The increase in employee
compensation and benefits is mainly due to severance related charges in the amount of approximately
$900,000 related to reductions in force in our Primary Homebuilding segment in the three months
ended June 30, 2007 compared to no severance charges in the three months ended June 30, 2006.
Compensation amounts also increased due to an increase in non-cash stock compensation expense of
approximately $200,000 due to the issuance of stock options in 2007 and increased sales commissions
and higher commission percentages related to increased home deliveries and higher sales commission percentages being paid in the three months ended
June 30, 2007 compared to the three months ended June 30, 2006. Advertising, outside broker
commissions and other marketing expenses increased in our Primary Homebuilding and Land segments
related to efforts to attract buyers in a challenging homebuilding market. Depreciation expense
increased approximately $550,000 due to the amortization of software costs in the three months
ended June 30, 2007 as well as the increased depreciation associated with Core Communities
commercial assets. No software costs were amortized in the three
months ended June 30, 2006 as our new information technology system was not implemented until October 2006, and many of the
commercial assets were put into use in the end of 2006. Lastly, fees for
professional services increased relating to the proposed merger with BFC and increased legal and
accounting costs in the three months ended June 30, 2007 associated with amendments to our Form
10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006 and our first quarter Form 10-Q. These professional fees
were slightly offset by a reduction in non-capitalizable consulting services which were performed
in the three months ended June 30, 2006 related to the systems implementation. These increases were
offset by lower selling, general and administrative costs in our Tennessee Homebuilding segment as
headcount and overhead spending decreased commensurate with the decrease in units under
construction and in backlog. As a percentage of total revenues, selling, general and
administrative expenses increased to 26.3% during the three months ended June 30, 2007 from 23.3%
during the same period in 2006.
Interest incurred and capitalized totaled $13.8 million in the three months ended June 30,
2007 compared to $9.5 million for the same period in 2006. Interest incurred was higher due to
higher outstanding balances of notes and mortgage notes payable, as well as increases in the
average interest rate on our variable-rate debt. At the time of home closings and land sales,
the capitalized interest allocated to such inventory is charged to cost of sales. Cost of sales of
real estate for the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 included previously capitalized
interest of approximately $5.6 million and $3.0 million, respectively.
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Other expenses of $413,000 decreased $1.5 million during the three months ended June 30, 2007
from $1.9 million for the same period in 2006. The decrease was primarily attributable to the
write-down of goodwill in the three months ended June 30, 2006 of approximately $1.3 million
associated with our Tennessee Homebuilding segment. The remaining balances consist of title and
mortgage expense. Title and mortgage expense relates primarily to closing costs and title
insurance costs for closings processed internally. These costs were down slightly despite the
increase in closings as more closings were handled by an outside title broker in the three months
ended June 30, 2007 compared to the three months ended June 30, 2006.
Bluegreen reported net income for the three months ended June 30, 2007 of $4.1 million, as
compared to net income of $6.6 million for the same period in 2006. Our interest in Bluegreens
earnings, net of purchase accounting adjustments, was $1.4 million for the three months ended June
30, 2007 compared to our interest in Bluegreens earnings of $2.2 million for the same period in
2006.
Interest and other income increased from $2.1 million during the three months ending June 30,
2006 to $3.3 million during the same period in 2007. The increase is the result of an increase in
forfeited deposits of $2.4 million resulting from increased cancellations of home sale contracts,
offset in part by a decrease in gain on sale of fixed assets which totaled $1.3 million during the
three months ended June 30, 2006 compared to $12,000 in the same period in 2007.
The benefit for income taxes had an effective rate of 20.6% in the three months ended June 30,
2007 compared to 32.5% in the three months ended June 30, 2006. The decrease in the effective tax
rate is a result of recording a valuation allowance in the three months ended June 30, 2007 for
those deferred tax assets that are not expected to be recovered in the future. Due to the large
impairment charges recorded in the three months ended June 30, 2007, the expected timing of the
future reversal of those impairment charges, and expected taxable losses in the foreseeable future,
we do not believe at this time we will have sufficient taxable income to realize a portion of the
deferred tax asset. At June 30, 2007, we had $43.4 million in gross deferred tax assets. After
consideration of $25.8 million of deferred tax liabilities and the ability to carryback losses, a
valuation allowance of $9.6 million was recorded. The increase in the valuation allowance from
2006 is $9.2 million.
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
Consolidated net loss increased $55.7 million, to $57.1 million for the six months ended June
30, 2007 as compared to the same period in 2006. The increase in net loss was the result of $63.3
million in impairment charges recorded in the Homebuilding Division during the six months ended
June 30, 2007 compared to $4.7 million for the same period in 2006. In addition, there were higher
selling, general and administrative expenses in all of the segments except in our Tennessee
Homebuilding segment, and lower sales recognized by our Land Division. These decreases were
partially offset by Bluegreen Corporations increased earnings during the six months ended June 30,
2007 as compared to the same period in 2006 as well as increases in interest and other income
associated with the increased forfeited deposits realized by our Homebuilding Division.
Revenues from sales of real estate increased 4.1% to $266.7 million for the six months ended
June 30, 2007 from $256.2 million for the same period in 2006. This increase was primarily
attributable to an increase in revenues from home sales associated with our Primary Homebuilding
segment. Revenues from home sales in the Primary Homebuilding operations increased to $227.3
million during the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $193.1 million for the same period in
2006. During the six months ended June 30, 2007, 650 homes were delivered as compared to 634 homes
delivered during the same period in 2006 and the average selling price of deliveries increased to
$350,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2007 from $305,000 for the same period in 2006.
Revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2007 also reflect sales of flex warehouse properties as
Levitt Commercial delivered 17 flex warehouse units at its remaining development project,
generating revenues of $6.6 million. Levitt Commercial did not deliver any units during the six
months ended June 30, 2006. Offsetting these increases were decreases in revenues associated with
our Tennessee Homebuilding segment as well as the Land Division. In the six months ended June 30,
2007, the Land Division generated revenue of $2.7 million compared to $21.4 million during the same
period in 2006. Revenues from home sales associated with our Tennessee Homebuilding segment
decreased to $30.5 million during the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $41.7
million for the same period in 2006. The Tennessee Homebuilding segment delivered 91 homes during
the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to 197 homes delivered during the same period in 2006.
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Other revenues increased $466,000 to $5.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2007,
compared to $4.5 million during the same period in 2006. This was due to increased revenue in our
Land Division associated with rental income received from leasing internally developed commercial
properties, increased revenues relating to irrigation services provided to both homebuilders and
the residents of Tradition, Florida, and marketing income associated with Tradition, Florida.
These increases were offset in part by decreases in other revenues in the Primary Homebuilding
segment due to lower revenues from our title company despite the higher number of closings because
we used an outside title broker for more closings in the 2007 period compared to the 2006 period
due to the geographic location of the closings.
Cost of sales of real estate increased 37.0% to $284.5 million during the six months ended
June 30, 2007, compared to $207.7 million in the same period in 2006. The increase in cost of
sales was due to increased sales of real estate recorded by the Primary Homebuilding segment and
the increase in impairment charges of $58.6 million. These increases were offset by lower cost of
sales due to fewer land sales recorded by the Land Division and lower deliveries in the Tennessee
Homebuilding segment.
Consolidated margin percentage declined during the six months ended June 30, 2007 to a
negative margin of 6.7% compared to a margin of 18.9% in the six months ended June 30, 2006
primarily as a result of the 2007 second quarter impairment charges recorded in the Homebuilding
Division. Consolidated gross margin excluding impairment charges was 17.0% compared to a gross
margin of 20.8% for the same period in 2006. The decline was associated with significant discounts
offered to encourage buyers to close and reduce cancellations and aggressive pricing discounts on
spec units.
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $8.7 million to $66.5 million during
the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $57.8 million during the same period in 2006
primarily as a result of higher employee compensation and benefits, increased advertising,
marketing and outside broker commissions, increased depreciation and increased professional
services expenditures. The increase in employee compensation and benefits is mainly due to
severance related charges in the amount of approximately $1.4 million related to reductions in
force in our Primary Homebuilding segment in the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to no
severance charges in the six months ended June 30, 2006. Compensation amounts also increased due
to the increase in non-cash stock compensation expense of approximately $350,000 due to the
issuance of 2007 stock options and increased sales commissions related to increased home deliveries and higher sales commission percentages being paid
in the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the six months ended June 30, 2006. Advertising,
outside broker commissions and other marketing expenses increased in our Primary Homebuilding and
Land segments related to efforts to attract buyers in a challenging homebuilding market.
Depreciation expense increased $1.2 million due to the amortization of software costs in the six
months ended June 30, 2007 as well as the increased depreciation associated with Core Communities commercial assets. No software costs were amortized in the six months ended June 30,
2006 as our new information technology system was not implemented until October 2006, and many of the commercial assets were put into use in the end of 2006. Lastly, fees for professional services increased relating to the
proposed merger with BFC Corporation and increased legal and accounting costs in the six months
ended June 30, 2007 associated with amendments to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31,
2006 and our first quarter Form 10-Q. These professional fees were slightly offset by a reduction
in non-capitalizable consulting services which were performed in the six months ended June 30, 2006
related to the systems implementation. These increases were offset by lower selling, general and
administrative costs in our Tennessee Homebuilding segment as headcount and overhead spending
decreased commensurate with the decrease in units under construction and in backlog. As a
percentage of total revenues, selling, general and administrative expenses increased to 24.5%
during the six months ended June 30, 2007 from 22.2% during the same 2006 period.
Interest incurred and capitalized totaled $26.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2007
compared to $17.6 million for the same period in 2006. Interest incurred was higher due to higher
outstanding balances of notes and mortgage notes payable, as well as an increase in the average
interest rate on our variable-rate debt. At the time of home closings and land sales, the
capitalized interest allocated to such inventory is charged to cost of sales. Cost of sales of real
estate for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 included previously capitalized interest of
approximately $10.0 million and $5.7 million, respectively.
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Other expenses of $895,000 decreased $1.7 million during the six months ended June 30, 2007
from $2.5 million for the same period in 2006. The decrease was primarily attributable to the
write-down of goodwill in the six months ended June 30, 2006 of approximately $1.3 million
associated with our Tennessee Homebuilding segment. The remaining balances consist of title and
mortgage expense. Title and mortgage expense mostly relates to closing costs and title insurance
costs for closings processed internally. These costs were down slightly despite the increase in
closings due to more closings handled by an outside title broker in the six months ended June 30,
2007 as opposed to June 30, 2006.
Bluegreen reported net income for the six months ended June 30, 2007 of $9.4 million, as
compared to net income of $6.1 million for the same period in 2006. In the first quarter of 2006,
Bluegreen adopted AICPA Statement of Position 04-02 Accounting for Real Estate Time-Sharing
Transactions (SOP 04-02)and recorded a one-time, non-cash, cumulative effect of change in
accounting principle charge of $4.5 million, which comprised a significant portion of the decline
in earnings. Our interest in Bluegreens earnings, net of purchase accounting adjustments, was
$3.1 million for the 2007 period compared to $2.1 million for the same period in 2006.
Interest and other income increased from $3.0 million during the six months ending June 30,
2006 to $5.6 million during the same period in 2007. This change was primarily related to an
increase in forfeited deposits of $3.8 million resulting from increased cancellations of home sale
contracts, offset in part by a decrease in gain on sale of fixed assets which totaled $1.3 million
during the three months ending June 30, 2006 compared to $12,000 in the same period in 2007.
The benefit for income taxes had an effective rate of 20.2% in the six months ended June 30,
2007 compared to 36.3% in the six months ended June 30, 2006. The decrease in the effective tax
rate is a result of recording a valuation allowance for those deferred tax assets that are not
expected to be recovered in the future. Due to the large impairment charges recorded in the six
months ended June 30, 2007, the expected timing of the future reversal of those impairment charges,
and expected taxable losses in the foreseeable future, we do not believe at this time we will have
sufficient taxable income to realize a portion of the deferred tax asset. At June 30, 2007, we
had $43.4 million in gross deferred tax assets. After consideration of $25.8 million of deferred
tax liabilities and the ability to carryback losses, a valuation allowance of $9.6 million was
recorded. The increase in the valuation allowance from 2006 is $9.2 million.
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PRIMARY HOMEBUILDING RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||||||||||
June 30, | June 30, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | |||||||||||||||||||
(In thousands, except unit information) | (Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Revenues |
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Sales of real estate |
$ | 114,805 | 102,287 | 12,518 | 227,317 | 193,132 | 34,185 | |||||||||||||||||
Other revenues |
877 | 1,018 | (141 | ) | 1,599 | 2,026 | (427 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Total revenues |
115,682 | 103,305 | 12,377 | 228,916 | 195,158 | 33,758 | ||||||||||||||||||
Costs and expenses |
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Cost of sales of real estate |
162,323 | 80,076 | 82,247 | 249,275 | 152,368 | 96,907 | ||||||||||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
20,675 | 17,217 | 3,458 | 39,096 | 31,206 | 7,890 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other expenses |
413 | 616 | (203 | ) | 895 | 1,242 | (347 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Total costs and expenses |
183,411 | 97,909 | 85,502 | 289,266 | 184,816 | 104,450 | ||||||||||||||||||
Interest and other income |
2,560 | 226 | 2,334 | 4,201 | 367 | 3,834 | ||||||||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes |
(65,169 | ) | 5,622 | (70,791 | ) | (56,149 | ) | 10,709 | (66,858 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Benefit (provision) for income taxes |
13,353 | (2,253 | ) | 15,606 | 9,814 | (4,131 | ) | 13,945 | ||||||||||||||||
Net (loss) income |
$ | (51,816 | ) | 3,369 | (55,185 | ) | (46,335 | ) | 6,578 | (52,913 | ) | |||||||||||||
Homes delivered (units) |
335 | 326 | 9 | 650 | 634 | 16 | ||||||||||||||||||
Construction starts (units) |
175 | 447 | (272 | ) | 377 | 786 | (409 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Average selling price of homes
delivered |
$ | 343 | 314 | 29 | 350 | 305 | 45 | |||||||||||||||||
Margin percentage |
(41.4 | %) | 21.7 | % | (63.1 | %) | (9.7 | %) | 21.1 | % | (30.8 | %) | ||||||||||||
Gross orders (units) |
399 | 302 | 97 | 594 | 754 | (160 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Gross orders (value) |
$ | 106,134 | 94,570 | 11,564 | 172,650 | 243,527 | (70,877 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Cancellations (units) |
156 | 52 | 104 | 250 | 85 | 165 | ||||||||||||||||||
Net orders (units) |
243 | 250 | (7 | ) | 344 | 669 | (325 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Backlog of homes (units) |
820 | 1,634 | (814 | ) | 820 | 1,634 | (814 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Backlog of homes (value) |
$ | 270,907 | 571,109 | (300,202 | ) | 270,907 | 571,109 | (300,202 | ) |
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
The value of gross orders increased to $106.1 million for the three months ended June 30,
2007, from $94.6 million for the same period in 2006 due to the increase in gross orders. During
the three months ended June 30, 2007, gross orders were 399 units offset by cancellations of 156 (
a cancellation rate of 39%). During the three months ended June 30, 2006, gross orders were 302
units offset by cancellations of 52 ( a cancellation rate of 17%). Average sales prices of gross
orders decreased to $266,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2007, from $313,000 in the same
period in 2006. The decrease in the average sales prices of gross orders was the result of
continued slow market conditions as traffic trended downward and conversion rates slowed causing us
to reduce prices in certain markets in order to remain competitive, and a higher mix of town home
units. Tightened credit requirements have also made it increasingly difficult for our buyers to
obtain financing. In addition, increased discounts on new orders, aggressive pricing on spec sales
and an auction in one of our communities resulted in a decline in the average sales price of gross
orders. Construction starts decreased as compared to 2006 due to lower sales. The average sales
price of the homes in backlog at June 30, 2007 decreased 5.7% to $330,000, from $350,000 at June
30, 2006.
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Revenues from home sales increased 12.2% to $114.8 million during the three months ended June
30, 2007, compared to $102.3 million for the same period in 2006. During the three months ended
June 30, 2007, 335 homes were delivered compared to 326 homes delivered during the three months ended June 30,
2006. In addition to the increase in deliveries, we experienced an increase in revenues due to an
increase in the average price of our homes delivered due to deliveries from higher priced projects.
The average sales prices of delivered units, while higher than the prior year, was negatively
impacted by $13.4 million in discounts offered to buyers during the three months ended June 30,
2007 compared to less than $100,000 in the same period in 2006.
Other revenues decreased $141,000 to $877,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2007,
compared to $1.0 million during the same period in 2006. Other revenues decreased due to lower
revenues from our title company despite the higher number of closings because we used an outside
title broker for more closings in the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same period
in 2006 due to the geographic location of the closings.
Cost of sales of real estate increased to $162.3 million during the three months ended June
30, 2007, compared to $80.1 million during the same period in 2006. The increase was primarily due
to impairment charges in the amount of $62.4 million in the Primary Homebuilding segment. In
addition to impairment charges, cost of sales increased due to increased deliveries and the mix of
homes delivered in the quarter, as more costly units were delivered.
Margin percentage (which we define as sales of real estate minus cost of sales of real estate,
divided by sales of real estate) declined to a negative 41.4% in three months ended June 30, 2007
from 21.7% in the three months ended June 30, 2006 mainly attributable to the impairment charges
recorded in the three months ended June 30, 2007. Gross margin excluding impairments declined from
21.7% in the three months ended June 30, 2006 to 13.0% during the three months ended June 30, 2007.
This decline was primarily attributable to significant discounts offered to encourage buyers to
close and reduce cancellations and aggressive pricing discounts on spec units.
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $3.5 million or 20.1% to $20.7 million
during the three months ended June 30, 2007, as compared to $17.2 million in the same period in
2006 primarily as a result of higher employee compensation and benefits expense, higher outside
broker commissions, and increased advertising and marketing costs. The increase in employee
compensation and benefits expense is primarily related to severance related charges in the amount of
approximately $900,000. Other increases in employee compensation and benefits is due to increased
sales commissions related to increased deliveries and higher sales commissions percentages being paid in the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared
to the same period in 2006. The increase in advertising and outside broker costs is due to
increased advertising and the use of outside brokers to direct buyers to our communities. As a
percentage of total revenues, selling, general and administrative expense was approximately 17.9%
for the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to 16.7% for the same 2006 period.
Other expenses decreased to $413,000 during the three
months ended June 30, 2007 from $616,000 for the same period in 2006 which mostly relates to title and mortgage expense. Title and
mortgage costs are closing costs and title insurance costs for closings processed internally.
These costs were down slightly despite the increase in closings as more closings were handled by an
outside title broker in the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same period in 2006.
Interest incurred and capitalized totaled $7.8 million and $5.7 million for the three months
ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. Interest incurred increased as a result of a $57.4
million increase in our borrowings from June 30, 2006, as well as increases in the average interest
rate on our variable-rate debt. At the time of home closings and land sales, the capitalized
interest allocated to such inventory is charged to cost of sales. Cost of sales of real estate for
the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 included previously capitalized interest of
approximately $4.6 million and $2.0 million, respectively.
Interest and other income increased from $226,000 during the three months ending June 30, 2006
to $2.6 million during the same period in 2007. This change was primarily related to an increase
in forfeited deposits of $2.4 million resulting from increased cancellations of home sale
contracts, offset in part by a decrease in interest income.
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For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
The value of gross orders decreased to $172.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2007,
from $243.5 million during the same period in 2006 due to the decrease in gross orders and the
decrease in average sales prices. During the six months ended June 30, 2007, gross orders
decreased to 594 units offset by cancellations of 250 (a cancellation rate of 42%). During the six
months ended June 30, 2006, gross orders were 754 units offset by cancellations of 85 ( a
cancellation rate of 11%). Average sales prices of gross orders decreased to $291,000 for the six
months ended June 30, 2007, from $323,000 in the same period in 2006. The decrease in the average
sales price of gross orders was the result of continued slow market conditions as traffic trended
downward and conversion rates slowed causing us to reduce prices in certain markets in order to
remain competitive. Tightened credit requirements have also made it increasingly difficult for our
buyers to obtain financing. In addition, increased discounts on new orders, aggressive pricing on
spec sales and an auction in one of our communities resulted in a decline in the average sales
price of gross orders.
Revenues from home sales increased to $227.3 million during the six months ended June 30,
2007, from $193.1 million during the same period in 2006. During the six months ended June 30,
2007, 650 homes were delivered compared to 634 homes delivered during the same period in 2006. In
addition, there was an increase in the average sale prices on homes delivered to $350,000 for the
six months ended June 30, 2007, compared with $305,000 during the same period in 2006 due to
deliveries from higher priced communities. The average sales prices of delivered units, while higher than the prior
year, was negatively impacted by approximately $17.3 million in discounts offered to buyers during the six months
ended June 30, 2007 compared to approximately $400,000 in the same period in 2006.
Other revenues decreased $427,000 to $1.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2007,
compared to $2.0 million during the same period in 2006. Other revenues in the Primary Homebuilding
segment decreased due to lower revenues from our title company despite the higher number of
closings because we used an outside title broker for more closings in the six months ended June 30,
2007 compared to the same period in 2006 due to the geographic location of the closings.
Cost of sales increased $96.9 million to $249.3 million during the six months ended June 30,
2007, compared to $152.4 million during the same period in 2006. The increase was primarily due to
impairment charges in the amount of $62.5 million in our Primary Homebuilding segment. In addition
to impairment charges, cost of sales increased due to increased deliveries and the mix of homes
delivered in the period, as more costly units were delivered.
Margin percentage (which we define as sales of real estate minus cost of sales of real estate,
divided by sales of real estate) declined to a negative 9.7% in six months ended June 30, 2007 from
21.1% in the six months ended June 30, 2006 mainly attributable to the impairment charges recorded
in the six months ended June 30, 2007. Gross margin excluding impairments declined from 21.1% in
the six months ended June 30, 2006 to 17.8% during the six months ended June 30, 2007. This
decline was primarily attributable to significant discounts offered to encourage buyers to close
and reduce cancellations and aggressive pricing discounts on spec units.
Selling, general and administrative expenses
increased 25.3% to $39.1 million during the six
months ended June 30, 2007, compared to $31.2 million in the same period in 2006 primarily as a
result of higher employee compensation and benefits expense, higher broker commissions, and
increased advertising and marketing costs. The increase in employee compensation and benefits
expense is primarily related to severance related charges in the amount of approximately $1.4 million. Other
increases in employee compensation and benefits include increased sales commissions related to
increased deliveries and higher sales commission percentages being paid in the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same period in 2006.
The increase in advertising and outside broker costs is due to increased advertising and the use of
outside brokers to direct potential buyers to our communities. As a percentage of total
revenues, selling, general and administrative expense was approximately 17.1% for the six months
ended June 30, 2007 compared to 16.0% for the same period in 2006.
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Interest incurred and capitalized totaled $15.6 million and $10.4 million for the six months
ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. Interest incurred increased as a result of a $57.4 million increase
in our borrowings from June 30, 2006, as well as increases in the average interest rate on our
variable-rate debt. At the time of home closings and land sales, the capitalized interest
allocated to such inventory is charged to cost of sales. Cost of sales of real estate for the six
months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 included previously capitalized interest of approximately $7.8
million and $3.6 million, respectively.
Interest and other income increased from $367,000 during the six months ended June 30, 2006 to
$4.2 million during the same period in 2007. This change was primarily related to an increase in
forfeited deposits of $3.8 million resulting from increased cancellations of home sale contracts,
offset in part by a decrease in interest income.
TENNESSEE HOMEBUILDING RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||||||||||
June 30, | June 30, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | |||||||||||||||||||
(In thousands, except unit information) | (Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Revenues |
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Sales of real estate |
$ | 8,848 | 14,287 | (5,439 | ) | 30,505 | 41,717 | (11,212 | ) | |||||||||||||||
Total revenues |
8,848 | 14,287 | (5,439 | ) | 30,505 | 41,717 | (11,212 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Costs and expenses |
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Cost of sales of real estate |
8,683 | 17,285 | (8,602 | ) | 29,334 | 41,490 | (12,156 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
1,980 | 3,351 | (1,371 | ) | 3,864 | 6,934 | (3,070 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Other expenses |
| 1,307 | (1,307 | ) | | 1,307 | (1,307 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Total costs and expenses |
10,663 | 21,943 | (11,280 | ) | 33,198 | 49,731 | (16,533 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Interest and other income |
23 | 22 | 1 | 52 | 58 | (6 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Loss before income taxes |
(1,792 | ) | (7,634 | ) | 5,842 | (2,641 | ) | (7,956 | ) | 5,315 | ||||||||||||||
Benefit for income taxes |
596 | 2,338 | (1,742 | ) | 924 | 2,462 | (1,538 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Net loss |
$ | (1,196 | ) | (5,296 | ) | 4,100 | (1,717 | ) | (5,494 | ) | 3,777 | |||||||||||||
Homes delivered (units) |
44 | 66 | (22 | ) | 91 | 197 | (106 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Construction starts (units) |
60 | 85 | (25 | ) | 112 | 136 | (24 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Average selling price of homes
delivered (a) |
$ | 201 | 216 | (15 | ) | 214 | 212 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Margin percentage (a) |
1.9 | % | (21.0 | )% | 22.9 | % | 6.0 | % | 0.5 | % | 5.5 | % | ||||||||||||
Gross orders (units) |
79 | 121 | (42 | ) | 169 | 254 | (85 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Gross orders (value) |
$ | 16,291 | 25,041 | (8,750 | ) | 36,634 | 51,357 | (14,723 | ) | |||||||||||||||
Cancellations (units) |
31 | 39 | (8 | ) | 63 | 85 | (22 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Net orders (units) |
48 | 82 | (34 | ) | 106 | 169 | (63 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Backlog of homes (units) |
137 | 165 | (28 | ) | 137 | 165 | (28 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Backlog of homes (value) |
$ | 26,925 | 38,058 | (11,133 | ) | 26,925 | 38,058 | (11,133 | ) |
(a) | Calculation for the six months ended June 30, 2007 excludes $11.1 million land sale, which generated no margin. No comparable land sales occurred in the six months ended June 30, 2006. |
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For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
The value of gross orders decreased to $16.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2007,
from $25.0 million for the same period in 2006 due to the decrease in gross orders. During the
three months ended June 30, 2007, gross orders decreased to 79 units offset by cancellations of 31 (a cancellation rate of
39%). During the three months ended June 30, 2006, gross orders of 121 were offset by cancellations
of 39 (a cancellation rate of 32%). Average sales prices of gross orders remained somewhat
consistent at $206,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2007, compared with $207,000 in the same
period in 2006. The decrease in gross orders was the result of continuing slow market conditions
as traffic trended downward and conversion rates slowed. Tightened credit requirements have also
made it increasingly difficult for our buyers to obtain financing.
Revenues from sales of real estate decreased to $8.8 million during the three months ended
June 30, 2007, compared to $14.3 million during the same 2006 period. During the three months
ended June 30, 2007, 44 homes were delivered at an average sales price of $201,000 as compared to
66 homes delivered at an average price of $216,000 during the three months ended June 30, 2006. The
decrease in the average price of our homes delivered was due to the mix of homes delivered in the
quarter. These decreases reflect the downturn in the
homebuilding market.
Cost of sales decreased 49.8% to $8.7 million during the three months ended June 30, 2007, as
compared to $17.3 million during the same period in 2006 due to the decrease in home deliveries.
In addition, impairment charges decreased $4.1 million from $4.7 million in the three months ended
June 30, 2006 to $586,000 in the three months ended June 30, 2007.
Margin percentage (which we define as sales of real estate minus cost of sales of real estate,
divided by sales of real estate) increased to 1.9% in the three months ended June 30, 2007 from a
negative margin of 21.0% in the three months ended June 30, 2006. This increase in gross margin
was primarily attributable to lower impairment charges, which decreased by $4.1 million in the
three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same period in 2006. Gross margin excluding
impairments declined from 12.2% during the three months ended June 30, 2006 to 8.5% during the
three months ended June 30, 2007 due to the mix of homes delivered and higher indirect costs on the homes delivered during the three months ended June 30, 2007.
Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased $1.4 million to $2.0 million during the
three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $3.4 million during the same period in 2006 primarily
as a result of lower employee compensation and benefits, decreased broker commission costs and
decreased advertising and marketing costs. The decrease in employee compensation and benefits is
mainly due to the decrease in headcount as the number of employees declined to 31 at June 30, 2007
from 67 at June 30, 2006. Headcount decreased in response to the decrease in units under
construction and in backlog. The decreases associated with marketing and advertising are
attributable to a decreased focus on advertising in the Tennessee market as well as lower outside
broker commissions due to lower revenues generated in the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared
to the same period in 2006.
Other expenses decreased $1.3 million during the three months ended June 30, 2007 due to the
write-off of goodwill in the three months ended June 30, 2006 associated with our Tennessee
Homebuilding segment.
Interest incurred and capitalized totaled approximately $400,000 and $800,000 for the three
months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. At the time of home closings and land sales,
the capitalized interest allocated to such inventory is charged to cost of sales. Cost of sales of
real estate for the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 included previously capitalized
interest of approximately $300,000 and $400,000, respectively.
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
The value of gross orders decreased to $36.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2007,
from $51.4 million for the same period in 2006 due to the decrease in gross orders. During the six
months ended June 30, 2007, gross orders decreased to 169 units offset by cancellations of 63 (a
cancellation rate of 37%). During the six months ended June 30, 2006, gross orders of 254 were
offset by cancellations of 85 (a cancellation rate of 33%). The decrease in gross orders was the
result of continuing slow market conditions as traffic trended downward and conversion rates
slowed. Tightened credit requirements have also made it increasingly difficult for our buyers to
obtain financing. Average sales prices of gross orders increased to $217,000 for the six months
ended June 30, 2007, from $202,000 in the same period in 2006. This was strictly due to the product mix of
orders that were sold in the six months ended June 30, 2007 which were at higher priced communities
compared to the same period in 2006.
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Revenues from sales of real estate decreased to $30.5 million during the six months ended June
30, 2007, from $41.7 million during the same period in 2006. Included in the 2007 revenue was
$11.1 million from a sale of land that management decided to not develop further. During the six
months ended June 30, 2007, 91 homes were delivered at an average sales price of $214,000 as
compared to 197 homes delivered at an average price of $212,000 during the six months ended June
30, 2006. While the average sales prices of homes delivered in 2007 remained consistent with 2006,
home sales revenue decreased significantly due to fewer homes delivered.
Cost of sales decreased 29.3% to $29.3 million during the six months ended June 30, 2007, as
compared to $41.5 million during the same period in 2006 due to a decrease in home deliveries.
Included in cost of sales in the six months ended June 30, 2007 was $11.1 million associated with
the aforementioned land sale. In addition, impairment charges decreased $3.9 million from $4.7
million in the six months ended June 30, 2006 to $776,000 in the six months ended June 30, 2007.
Margin percentage on homes delivered increased to 6.0% in the six months ended June 30, 2007
from 0.5% in the six months ended June 30, 2006. The increase in gross margin was primarily
attributable to lower impairment charges, which decreased by $3.9 million in the six months ended
June 30, 2007 compared to the same period in 2006. Gross margin excluding impairment charges
declined from 11.9% during the six months ended June 30, 2006 to 10.0% during the three months
ended June 30, 2007 due to the mix of homes delivered and higher indirect costs on the homes delivered during the six months ended June 30, 2007. In addition, there was a land sale for $11.1 million in the six months
ended June 30, 2007 in which no margin was generated as this sale was fully reserved as of December
31, 2006.
Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased $3.1 million to $3.9 million during the
six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $6.9 million during the same period in 2006 primarily as
a result of lower employee compensation and benefits and decreased advertising and marketing costs.
The decrease in employee compensation and benefits is mainly due to the decrease in headcount as
the number of employees declined to 31 at June 30, 2007 from 67 at June 30, 2006. Headcount
decreased in response to the decrease in units under construction and in backlog. The decreases
associated with marketing and advertising are attributable to a decreased focus on advertising in
the Tennessee market as well as lower outside broker commissions due to lower revenues generated in
the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to the same period in 2006.
Other expenses decreased $1.3 million during the six months ended June 30, 2007 due to the
write-off of goodwill in the six months ended June 30, 2006 associated with our Tennessee
Homebuilding segment.
Interest incurred and capitalized totaled approximately $1.0 million and $1.4 million for the
six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. At the time of home closings and land
sales, the capitalized interest allocated to such inventory is charged to cost of sales. Cost of
sales of real estate for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 included previously
capitalized interest of approximately $700,000 and $900,000, respectively.
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LAND DIVISION RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Three Months | Six Months | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | |||||||||||||||||||
(In thousands, except acres information) | (Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Revenues |
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Sales of real estate |
$ | 1,917 | 14,086 | (12,169 | ) | 2,694 | 21,358 | (18,664 | ) | |||||||||||||||
Other revenues |
1,640 | 1,101 | 539 | 3,142 | 1,721 | 1,421 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total revenues |
3,557 | 15,187 | (11,630 | ) | 5,836 | 23,079 | (17,243 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Costs and expenses |
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Cost of sales of real estate |
483 | 7,718 | (7,235 | ) | 555 | 12,737 | (12,182 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
4,088 | 3,580 | 508 | 8,453 | 6,366 | 2,087 | ||||||||||||||||||
Interest expense |
807 | | 807 | 1,022 | | 1,022 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total costs and expenses |
5,378 | 11,298 | (5,920 | ) | 10,030 | 19,103 | (9,073 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Interest and other income |
1,119 | 1,556 | (437 | ) | 2,067 | 1,924 | 143 | |||||||||||||||||
(Loss) income before income taxes |
(702 | ) | 5,445 | (6,147 | ) | (2,127 | ) | 5,900 | (8,027 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Benefit (provision) for income taxes |
328 | (2,068 | ) | 2,396 | 896 | (2,205 | ) | 3,101 | ||||||||||||||||
Net (loss) income |
$ | (374 | ) | 3,377 | (3,751 | ) | (1,231 | ) | 3,695 | (4,926 | ) | |||||||||||||
Acres sold |
1 | 48.5 | (47.5 | ) | 1 | 105 | (104 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Margin percentage |
74.8 | % | 45.2 | % | 29.6 | % | 79.4 | % | 40.4 | % | 39.0 | % | ||||||||||||
Unsold saleable acres (a) |
6,870 | 7,138 | (268 | ) | 6,870 | 7,138 | (268 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Acres subject to sales contracts third
parties |
98 | 84 | 14 | 98 | 84 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||||
Aggregate sales price of acres subject
to sales contracts to third parties |
$ | 29,013 | 15,387 | 13,626 | 29,013 | 15,387 | 13,626 |
(a) | Includes approximately 51 acres related to assets held for sale as of June 30, 2007. |
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
Revenues from sales of real estate decreased 86.4% to $1.9 million during the three months
ended June 30, 2007, compared to $14.1 million during the same period in 2006. Revenues for the
three months ended June 30, 2007 were comprised of look back provisions of $788,000 compared to
$67,000 in the three months ended June 30, 2006. Look back revenue relates to incremental
revenue received from homebuilders based on the final resale price to the homebuilders customer.
Certain of the Land Divisions contracts contain these provisions. We also recognized deferred
revenue on previously sold lots totaling approximately $701,000, of which $206,000 was related to
the sales to the Primary Homebuilding segment and is eliminated in consolidation. In addition, in
the three months ended June 30, 2007 we sold three residential lots encompassing one acre in
Tradition, South Carolina in which we recognized revenue of $428,000. In the three months ended
June 30, 2006, 49 acres were sold in Tradition, Florida. In 2007, demand for residential land in
Tradition, Florida has slowed dramatically, and management is focusing on sales and development of
commercial property, as well as the continued development of Tradition, South Carolina.
Other revenues increased $539,000 to $1.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2007,
compared to $1.1 million during the same period in 2006. This was due to increased rental income
associated with leasing internally developed commercial properties, increased revenues relating to
irrigation services provided to both homebuilders and the residents of Tradition, Florida, and
marketing income associated with Tradition, Florida.
Cost of sales of real estate decreased $7.2 million to $483,000 during the three months ended
June 30, 2007, as compared to $7.7 million for the same period in 2006 due to the decrease in
revenues from sales of real estate.
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Margin percentage increased to 74.8% in the three months ended June 30, 2007 from 45.2% in the
three months ended June 30, 2006. The increase in margin is primarily due to 100% margin being
recorded on lookback revenue because the costs were fully expensed at the time of closing. The
increased margin on lookback revenue was slightly offset by a lower margin on the land sale in
South Carolina in the three months ended June 30, 2007 of 31.0% compared to a margin of 45.2% on
the land sold in Tradition, Florida in the three months ended June 30, 2006.
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased 14.2% to $4.1 million during the three
months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $3.6 million in the same period in 2006. The increase is
the result of higher employee compensation and benefits and other general and administrative costs.
The number of employees increased to 70 at June 30, 2007, from 53 at June 30, 2006, as additional
personnel were added to support commercial leasing activities, irrigation services and development
activity in Tradition, South Carolina. General and administrative costs increased related to
increased expenses associated with our commercial leasing activities, increased legal expenditures,
increased insurance costs and increased marketing and advertising expenditures designed to attract
buyers in Florida and establish a market presence in South Carolina.
Interest incurred for the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 was $3.5 million and $1.5
million, respectively. Interest capitalized totaled $2.7 million for the three months ended June
30, 2007 as compared to $1.5 million during the same period in 2006. The difference in the
interest incurred and capitalized which is included in interest expense in the three months ended
June 30, 2007 of approximately $800,000 was attributable to funds borrowed by Core Communities but
then loaned to the Parent Company. The capitalization of this interest occurred at the Parent
Company level and all intercompany interest expense and income was eliminated on a consolidated
basis. Interest incurred was higher due to higher outstanding balances of notes and mortgage notes
payable and due to an increase in the average interest rate on variable-rate debt. Most of Core
Communities variable-rate debt is indexed to various LIBOR rates, which increased from June 30,
2006 to June 30, 2007. Cost of sales of real estate for the three months ended June 30, 2007
included approximately $1,000 in previously capitalized interest, as compared to $75,000 for the
three months ended June 30, 2006.
Interest and other income decreased from $1.6 million during the three months ending June 30,
2006 to $1.1 million during the same period in 2007. The decrease relates to a gain on sale of
fixed assets which totaled $1.3 million in the three months ended June 30, 2006 compared to $12,000
in the same period in 2007. This decrease was slightly offset by an increase in inter-segment
interest income associated with the aforementioned intercompany loan with the Parent Company which is eliminated in
consolidation.
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
Revenues from sales of real estate decreased 87.4% to $2.7 million during the six months ended
June 30, 2007, compared to $21.4 million during the same period in 2006. Revenues for the six
months ended June 30, 2007 were comprised of look back provisions of $1.2 million compared to
$96,000 in the six months ended June 30, 2006. We also recognized deferred revenue on previously
sold lots totaling approximately $1.1 million, of which $428,000 related to the sales to the
Primary Homebuilding segment and is eliminated in consolidation. In addition, in the six months
ended June 30, 2007 we sold three residential lots encompassing one acre in Tradition, South
Carolina in which we recognized revenue of $428,000. In the six months ended June 30, 2006, 105
acres were sold in Tradition, Florida at a margin percentage of 40.4%.
In 2007, demand for residential land in Tradition, Florida has slowed dramatically, and management
is focusing on sales and development of commercial property, as well as the continued development
of Tradition, South Carolina.
Other revenues increased $1.4 million to $3.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2007,
compared to $1.7 million during the same period in 2006. This was due to increased rental income
associated with leasing of internally developed commercial properties, increased revenues relating
to irrigation services provided to both homebuilders and the residents of Tradition, Florida, and
marketing income associated with Tradition, Florida.
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Cost of sales decreased $12.2 million to $555,000 during the six months ended June 30, 2007,
as compared to $12.7 million for the same period in 2006 due to the decrease in revenues from real
estate.
Margin percentage increased to 79.4% in the six months ended June 30, 2007 from 40.4% in the
six months ended June 30, 2006. The increase in margin is primarily due to 100% margin being
recorded on lookback revenue because the costs were fully expensed at the time of closing. The
increased margin on lookback revenue was slightly offset by a lower margin on the land sale in
South Carolina in the six months ended June 30, 2007 of 31.0% compared to a margin of 40.4% on the
land sold in Tradition, Florida in the six months ended June 30, 2006.
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased 32.3% to $8.5 million during the six
months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $6.4 million in the same period in 2006. The increase is
the result of higher employee compensation and benefits and other general and administrative costs.
The number of employees increased to 70 at June 30, 2007, from 53 at June 30, 2006, as additional
personnel were added to support commercial leasing activities, irrigation services and
development activity in Tradition, South Carolina. General and administrative costs increased
related to increased expenses associated with our commercial leasing activities, increased legal
expenditures, increased insurance costs and increased marketing and advertising expenditures
designed to attract buyers in Florida and establish a market presence in South Carolina.
Interest incurred for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006 was $6.3 million and $2.8
million, respectively. Interest capitalized totaled $5.3 million for the six months ended June 30,
2007 compared to $2.8 million during the same period in 2006. The difference in the interest
incurred and capitalized which is included in interest expense in the six months ended June 30,
2007 of approximately $1.0 million was attributable to funds borrowed by Core Communities but then
loaned to the Parent Company. As noted above, interest incurred was higher due to higher
outstanding balances of notes and mortgage notes payable and due to an increase in the average
interest rate on variable-rate debt. Cost of sales of real estate for the six months ended June
30, 2007 included approximately $1,000 in previously capitalized interest, as compared to $98,000
for the six months ended June 30, 2006.
Interest and other income increased from $1.9 million during the six months ending June 30,
2006 to $2.1 million during the same period in 2007. The increase relates to an increase in
inter-segment interest income associated with the aforementioned intercompany loan with the Parent Company which is
eliminated in consolidation offset by a decrease in gain on sale of fixed assets which totaled $1.3
million in the three months ended June 30, 2006 compared to $12,000 in the same period in 2007.
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OTHER OPERATIONS RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Three Months | Six Months | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Ended June 30, | Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
2007 | 2006 | Change | 2007 | 2006 | Change | |||||||||||||||||||
(In thousands) | (Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Revenues |
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Sales of real estate |
$ | | | | 6,574 | | 6,574 | |||||||||||||||||
Other revenues |
142 | 459 | (317 | ) | 435 | 796 | (361 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Total revenues |
142 | 459 | (317 | ) | 7,009 | 796 | 6,213 | |||||||||||||||||
Costs and expenses |
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Cost of sales of real estate |
1,018 | 656 | 362 | 6,519 | 1,298 | 5,221 | ||||||||||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
6,928 | 6,863 | 65 | 15,164 | 13,260 | 1,904 | ||||||||||||||||||
Total costs and expenses |
7,946 | 7,519 | 427 | 21,683 | 14,558 | 7,125 | ||||||||||||||||||
Earnings from Bluegreen Corporation |
1,357 | 2,152 | (795 | ) | 3,101 | 2,103 | 998 | |||||||||||||||||
Interest and other income |
403 | 323 | 80 | 648 | 668 | (20 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Loss before income taxes |
(6,044 | ) | (4,585 | ) | (1,459 | ) | (10,925 | ) | (10,991 | ) | 66 | |||||||||||||
Benefit for income taxes |
1,042 | 2,371 | (1,329 | ) | 2,906 | 4,735 | (1,829 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Net loss |
$ | (5,002 | ) | (2,214 | ) | (2,788 | ) | (8,019 | ) | (6,256 | ) | (1,763 | ) | |||||||||||
Other Operations include all other Company operations, including Levitt Commercial,
Parent Company general and administrative expenses, earnings (loss) from our investment in
Bluegreen and earnings (losses) from investments in various real estate projects and trusts. We
currently own approximately 9.5 million shares of the common stock of Bluegreen, which represented
approximately 31% of Bluegreens outstanding shares as of June 30, 2007. Under equity method
accounting, we recognize our pro-rata share of Bluegreens net income (net of purchase
accounting adjustments) as pre-tax earnings. Bluegreen has not paid dividends to its shareholders;
therefore, our earnings represent only our claim to the future distributions of Bluegreens
earnings. Accordingly, we record a deferred tax liability on our portion of Bluegreens net
earnings. Our earnings in Bluegreen increase or decrease concurrently based on Bluegreens
results. Furthermore, a significant reduction in Bluegreens financial position could result in an
impairment charge against our future results of operations.
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
Other revenues decreased $317,000 to $142,000 in the three months ended June 30, 2007 from
$459,000 in the same period in 2006 due to the reduction in lease revenue received from the Parent
Companys sub-tenant. The sub-tenant leased space in our headquarters building and returned a
portion of this space to us in the fourth quarter of 2006, which we are now occupying.
Cost of sales of real estate includes the expensing of interest previously
capitalized in this business segment. Cost of sales increased to $1.0 million during the three
months ended June 30, 2007, as compared to $656,000 during the three months ended June 30, 2006.
The increase is attributable to the increased interest costs incurred to fund operations as a
result of the increased borrowings and our subsidiaries expensed more capitalized interest during
the period. The expensing of consolidated interest is based on the rate which the subsidiaries
expense these costs.
Bluegreen reported net income for the three months ended June 30, 2007 of $4.1 million, as
compared to net income of $6.6 million for the same period in 2006. Our interest in Bluegreens
income was $1.4 million for the three months ended June 30, 2007 compared to our interest in
Bluegreens income of $2.2 million for the same period in 2006.
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Selling, general and administrative expenses remained consistent at $6.9 million during the
three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006. Headcount remained relatively consistent as total
employees increased from 61 at June 30, 2006 to 65 at June 30, 2007. Employee compensation and
benefits increased due to an increase of approximately $200,000 in non-cash stock compensation
expense due to the issuance of stock options since June 2006 and a slight increase in headcount. There was also an increase in depreciation due to the
amortization of software costs in the three months ended June 30, 2007 while no software costs were
depreciated in the three months ended June 30, 2006 as the information technology system was not
implemented until October 2006. In addition, we incurred an increase in professional services
relating to the proposed merger with BFC Corporation and increased legal and accounting costs
associated with amendments to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006 and our first
quarter Form 10-Q. These increases were offset by a decrease in office expense due to
consolidating office space during the second half of 2006 and a decrease in professional services
expenses related to no longer having non-capitalizable consulting services associated with the
system implementation that took place in October 2006.
Interest incurred and capitalized was approximately $2.8 million and $1.5
million for the three months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. The increase in interest
incurred was attributable to an increase in our junior subordinated debentures and an increase in
the average interest rate on our borrowings. Those amounts include adjustments to reconcile the
amount of interest eligible for capitalization on a consolidated basis with the amounts capitalized
in our other business segments.
Interest and other income was approximately $400,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2007
compared to $323,000 in the same period in 2006 primarily related to the loss on joint ventures of
$77,000 in the three months ended June 30, 2006.
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2007 Compared to the Same 2006 Period:
Revenue for sales of real estate was $6.6 million in the six months ended June 30, 2007
compared to no revenue in the six months ended June 30, 2006. Levitt Commercial delivered 17 flex
warehouse units in 2007 while no units were delivered during the same period in 2006. Levitt
Commercial completed the sale of all flex warehouse units in inventory in 2007 and we have no
current plans for future sales from Levitt Commercial.
Other revenues decreased to $435,000 in the six months ended June 30, 2007 from $796,000 in
the same period in 2006 due to the reduction in leasing revenue received from the Parent Companys
sub-tenant. The subtenant leased space in our headquarters building and returned a portion of this
space to us in the fourth quarter of 2006, which we now occupy.
Cost of sales of real estate includes both the cost of sales of flex
warehouse units delivered in the period as well as the expensing of interest previously capitalized
in this business segment. Cost of sales increased to $6.5 million during the six months ended June
30, 2007, as compared to $1.3 million during the six months ended June 30, 2006 due to the delivery
of the 17 flex warehouse units in the six months ended June 30, 2007 as compared to no units being
delivered in the same period in 2006. In addition, the increase is attributable to the increased
interest costs incurred to fund operations as a result of increased borrowings.
Bluegreen reported net income for the six months ended June 30, 2007 of $9.4 million, as
compared to net income of $6.1 million for the same period in 2006. In the first quarter of 2006,
Bluegreen adopted AICPA Statement of Position 04-02 Accounting for Real Estate Time-Sharing
Transactions (SOP 04-02)and recorded a one-time, non-cash, cumulative effect of change in
accounting principle charge of $4.5 million, which comprised of a significant portion of the
decline in earnings. Our interest in Bluegreens income was $3.1 million for the six months ended
June 30, 2007 compared to our interest in Bluegreens income of $2.1 million for the same period in
2006.
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $1.9 million to $15.2 million during
the six months ended June 30, 2007 compared to $13.3 million during the same period in 2006. The
increase was attributable to increased compensation and benefits expense, increased selling costs
associated with the Levitt Commercial sales noted above, increased depreciation attributable to the
implementation of new software in October 2006 and
increased professional services attributable to merger related and other corporate services.
The increase in compensation and benefits related expense is due to an increase of
approximately $350,000 in non-cash stock compensation expense due to the issuance of stock options since June 2006 and a slight increase in headcount.
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Interest incurred and capitalized in Other Operations was approximately $5.1 million and $3.0
million for the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. The increase in interest
incurred was attributable to an increase in our junior subordinated debentures and an increase in
the average interest rate on our borrowings. Those amounts include adjustments to reconcile the
amount of interest eligible for capitalization on a consolidated basis with the amounts capitalized
in our other business segments.
Interest and other income remained consistent during the six months ended June 30, 2007
compared to the same period in 2006.
FINANCIAL CONDITION
June 30, 2007 compared to December 31, 2006
Our total assets at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006 were $1.1 billion. Although total
assets did not change there were increases and decreases that offset each other. The significant
changes in the composition of assets primarily resulted from:
| a net increase in cash and cash equivalents of $13.2 million, which resulted from cash provided by financing activities, offset in part by cash used in operations and investing activities; | ||
| a net decrease in inventory of real estate of approximately $45.8 million which primarily reflected non-cash inventory related impairment charges of $63.3 million recorded by our Homebuilding Division; | ||
| an increase of $4.0 million in property and equipment associated with increased investment in commercial properties under construction at Core Communities, and support for infrastructure in our master planned communities; and | ||
| an increase of $23.4 million in assets held for sale related to the development of two commercial projects currently held for sale. |
Total liabilities at June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006 were $809.2 million and $747.4
million, respectively.
The significant changes in the composition of total liabilities primarily resulted from:
| a net increase in notes and mortgage notes payable of $65.4 million, primarily related to project debt associated with development activities; | ||
| a decrease of $16.3 million in customer deposits reflecting fewer orders for new homes; | ||
| a net decrease in other accrued liabilities of approximately $4.2 million attributable to decreased incentive compensation accruals, decreased construction related accruals, and decreased professional services accruals related to the consultants retained in 2006 for our technology upgrade; and | ||
| an increase of $20.8 million in liabilities related to assets held for sale. |
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LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
We assess our liquidity in terms of our ability to generate cash to fund our operating and
investment activities. During the six months ended June 30, 2007, our primary sources of funds
were proceeds from the sale of real estate inventory and borrowings from financial institutions.
These funds were utilized primarily to develop and construct real estate, to service and repay
borrowings and to pay operating expenses. As of June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006, we had cash
and cash equivalents of $61.6 million and $48.4 million, respectively. Our cash increased $13.2
million during the six months ended June 30, 2007 primarily as a result of liquidity generated by
borrowings by our Land Division and Primary Homebuilding segment during the period. We primarily
utilized borrowings to finance the growth in inventory in Tradition, South Carolina and to fund our
operations. Total debt increased to $654.1 million at June 30, 2007 compared to $588.7 million at
December 31, 2006.
Due to deteriorating market conditions in the homebuilding industry, and in Florida in
particular, we have offered and expect to continue to offer sales incentives and reduced sales
prices in an effort to increase sales, which will lead to reduced margins in the future when those
homes are delivered. In addition, we continue to experience weaker sales volumes and high
cancellation rates. These conditions have a negative impact on our liquidity. As a result, there
is no assurance that operating cash flows will adequately support operations, and accordingly, we
anticipate seeking additional capital. Sources for additional capital include proceeds from the
disposition of certain properties or investments, joint venture partners, as well as issuances of
debt or equity.
In addition, our intention to merge with BFC is predicated in part on the additional need for
capital and the recognition that BFC may be in a position to provide access to additional financial
resources. The merger is subject to shareholder approval and other conditions. The merger
agreement contains numerous conditions to the transaction and grants each party the right to
terminate upon certain events. Such conditions include, among other things, receipt of various
shareholder approvals, the absence of any material adverse change, the representations and
warranties of each party being true and correct at the time of the merger, the operation of the
businesses in the ordinary course and the previously delivered opinions of the financial advisors
not being withdrawn. BFC has advised us that it is reviewing the transaction to determine if it is
willing to proceed with the transaction based on the current circumstances and events. In light of
the above, and given our recent financial results, the current state of the real estate market and
our capital requirements, we are also reviewing how best to proceed. There is no assurance that
the merger will be consummated. Should this merger not occur, we currently intend to pursue a $200
million rights offering to all holders of Levitts Class A common stock and Class B common stock
giving each then current holder the right to purchase a proportional number of additional shares of
Levitt Class A common stock. Additionally, we have filed a registration statement with the SEC for
the offer and sale over time of up to $200 million of investment notes, an unsecured debt security
of Levitt Corporation. There is no assurance that we will be able to successfully raise additional
capital on acceptable terms, if at all. If we are not able to raise additional capital or generate
funds through sales of assets, we will not be able to fund our operations as currently contemplated
and we could default under certain of our financing facilities. Any of these events would have a
material adverse effect on our financial condition and our business. We do not expect to pay
further dividends to our shareholders for the foreseeable future.
Operating Activities. During the six months ended June 30, 2007, we used $43.0 million of
cash in our operating activities, as compared to $143.5 million of cash used in such activities in
the prior period. The primary uses of cash during the six months ended June 30, 2007 were to fund our operating loss, increased
inventories in our Primary Homebuilding segment and Land Division, a decrease in accounts payable
and accrued liabilities and a decrease in customer deposits offset in part by payments received
related to notes receivable. The increase in inventory in the six months ended June 30, 2007 was
attributable to land development expenditures to prepare the land for the construction of homes.
We currently expect to continue to invest in our existing projects in 2007, many of which are in a
stage of development requiring further investment in land development, amenities including
entryways and clubhouse facilities, as well as model homes and sales facilities. No land purchases
are contemplated during the balance of 2007 based on current market conditions. We intend to
re-evaluate the viability of land acquisitions in 2008 to determine whether there are any
appropriate opportunities for development. We will continue to evaluate the land we have access to
from Core Communities as well as the acquisition of land from third parties in order to increase
our community count and replace sold out communities. This spending will be dependent on
obtaining financing on acceptable terms, if at all.
The use of cash in operating activities in the six months ended June 30, 2006 was primarily attributable to the
increase in inventory as a result of land purchases offset by an increase in customer deposits
received during the six months ended June 30, 2006.
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We utilize deposits from customers who enter into purchase contracts to support our working
capital needs. These deposits totaled $26.3 million at June 30, 2007 and represented 9.0% of our
homebuilding backlog value. In comparison, deposits at December 31, 2006 were $42.6 million and
represented 9.7% of our homebuilding backlog value. The decline in deposits reflects a reduction in
the backlog, as well as a decision in late 2006 to reduce the required deposits in certain
communities and tier the required deposits on selected options. In the six months ended June 30,
2007, $3.9 million in deposits were retained by us as a result of forfeitures by buyers upon
cancellation of contracts, compared with $92,000 during the same period in 2006.
Investing Activities. In the six months ended June 30, 2007 and 2006, cash used in investing
activities totaled $28.1 million and $11.1 million, respectively. The uses of cash in the six
months ended June 30, 2007 represented purchases of property and equipment, primarily associated
with commercial development activities at Tradition, Florida. The uses of cash in the six months
ended June 30, 2006 represented purchases of property and equipment associated with commercial
development activities as well as investment in new technology systems and
expenditures for software, hardware and certain implementation costs, which were capitalized.
Financing Activities. The majority of our financing activities are secured financings
principally from commercial banks, and the issuance of Trust Preferred securities. We have also
issued common equity in the public markets, and continue to evaluate various sources of capital to
ensure we maintain sufficient liquidity to deal with our existing leverage and the potential of a
prolonged slowdown in the residential real estate markets where we operate. Cash provided by
financing activities totaled $84.3 million in the six months ended June 30, 2007, compared with
$114.3 million in the same period in 2006.
Certain of our borrowings require us to repay specified amounts upon a sale of portions of the
property securing the debt and these specified amounts are not based upon the sales price of the
property sold. Repayment of these amounts would be in addition to our scheduled payments over the
next twelve months. While homes in backlog are subject to sales contracts, there can be no
assurance that these homes will be delivered as evidenced by an increase in cancellation rates.
Upon cancellation, such homes become spec units and are aggressively marketed to new buyers. Our
homebuilding borrowing base facilities include project limitations on the number of spec units, the
holding period, as well as the overall dollar amount of spec units. Accordingly, if that limitation
is exceeded, the underlying assets no longer qualify for financing. In that event, our available
borrowings are reduced, and depending upon the status of other qualifying assets in the borrowing
base, we may be required to repay the lender for funds advanced on that particular property prior
to scheduled payment dates. We communicate with our lenders regarding limitations on spec houses,
and in the past have received increased spec allowances, but there is no assurance we will receive
such flexibility in the future. Our cash flow and liquidity will be adversely impacted should spec
inventory continue to rise as a result of customer cancellations and we are unable to obtain
waivers or amendments from our lenders.
Our homebuilding credit facilities generally have maturity dates before the expected
completion dates of sales in the projects which serve as collateral. Our homebuilding borrowing
base credit facilities, which provide the majority of funding for our homebuilding operations, have
annual extension provisions which extend the maturity of the facility at the sole discretion of the
lender. There can be no assurance that a lender will extend a credit facility. Should a lender
elect not to extend a borrowing base credit facility, the loan would generally be subject to a
term-out provision. However, the term-out maturity periods are generally 24 to 36 months, which is
not sufficient in the normal course of operations to complete sales in the projects which serve as
collateral. Additionally, there can be no assurance that loan extensions and renewals will be on
terms and conditions similar to when the project was initially financed.
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Our borrowing facilities also require us to continuously develop the project upon commencement
of land development. If work on a project were to cease, we would be required to obtain a waiver
of this requirement from the lender. While there can be no assurance that a lender will consent to
a cessation of development, such approval may require the reclassification of the collateral to a
lower advance rate which would require a repayment under the credit facilities prior to the
scheduled repayment date.
Further, our borrowing facilities give our lenders the right to obtain current appraisals on
the land serving as collateral for their outstanding facilities and our lenders can require
additional repayments if the appraisals reflect that loan to value ratios are above required
amounts.
Some of our subsidiaries have borrowings which contain covenants that, among other things,
require the subsidiary to maintain financial ratios, including minimum working capital, maximum
leverage and minimum net worth. These covenants may have the effect of limiting the amount of debt
that the subsidiaries can incur and restrict the distribution of funds to the Parent Company, which
as a holding company, is dependent upon dividends from its subsidiaries for a significant portion
of its operating cash flow. The significant impairments recorded in the second quarter of 2007
substantially impacted the leverage and debt covenants relating to our Homebuilding Division.
Additional impairments would adversely impact the subsidiarys net worth which would require
additional capital and restrict the payment of dividends from that subsidiary to the Parent
Company. In the event that the maximum borrowings under our credit facilities are reduced or the
terms of these facilities become more restrictive, we may be required to repay additional amounts
before the scheduled repayment date, in which case our liquidity will be adversely impacted. If we
are required to repay all or a portion of any debt facility before its scheduled payment date,
whether as a result of a reduced borrowing base, an acceleration of the entire facility as a result
of a default or for any other reason, we would need to obtain funds through new debt facilities
(which could be difficult to obtain in the current homebuilding environment), through sales of
equity or debt securities or through sales of assets. There is no assurance that we will be to
obtain these funds from any of these sources on acceptable terms, if at all.
At June 30, 2007, we were in compliance with all loan agreement financial covenants. Poor
earnings and additional impairments may cause noncompliance with financial covenants at Levitt and
Sons and result in defaults under credit facilities. There can be no assurance that Levitt and Sons
will remain in compliance in the future if the homebuilding market does not improve. Levitt and
Sons is currently operating at a negative cash flow. As of June 30, 2007, the Parent Company had
advanced to Levitt and Sons approximately $75.1 million, including accrued interest, which was used
by Levitt and Sons primarily to fund its operations and for working capital. While the advances to
Levitt and Sons are generally subordinated to loans from third party lenders, Levitt and Sons is
dependent on the Parent Company to meet its current cash needs and there is no assurance the Parent
Company will continue to provide funding in the future.
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Off Balance Sheet Arrangements and Contractual Obligations
In connection with the development of certain of our communities, we establish community
development districts to access bond financing for the funding of infrastructure development and
other projects within the community. If we were not able to establish community development
districts, we would need to fund community infrastructure development out of operating income or
through other sources of financing or capital. The bonds issued are obligations of the community
development district and are repaid through assessments on property within the district. To the
extent that we own property within a district when assessments are levied, we will be obligated to
pay the assessments when they are due. As of June 30, 2007, development districts in Tradition,
Florida had $48.2 million of community development district bonds outstanding and we owned
approximately 36% of the property in those districts. During the three months ended June 30, 2007,
we recorded approximately $367,000 in assessments on property we owned in the districts of which
$298,000 were capitalized to inventory as development costs and will be recognized as cost of sales
when the assessed properties are sold to third parties.
The following table summarizes our contractual obligations as of June 30, 2007 (in thousands):
Payments due by period | ||||||||||||||||||||
Less than | 2 - 3 | 4 - 5 | More than | |||||||||||||||||
Category | Total | 1 year | Years | Years | 5 years | |||||||||||||||
Long-term debt obligations (1) (2) |
$ | 654,093 | 17,816 | 413,774 | 112,566 | 109,937 | ||||||||||||||
Operating lease obligations |
8,030 | 2,565 | 3,079 | 1,025 | 1,361 | |||||||||||||||
Purchase obligations |
14,220 | 14,220 | | | | |||||||||||||||
Total Obligations |
$ | 676,343 | 34,601 | 416,853 | 113,591 | 111,298 | ||||||||||||||
(1) | Amounts exclude interest because terms of repayment are based on construction activity and sales volume. In addition, a large portion of our debt is based on variable rates. | |
(2) | These amounts represent scheduled principal payments and some of those borrowings require the repayment of specified amounts upon a sale of portions of the property securing those obligations. |
Long-term debt obligations consist of notes, mortgage notes and bonds payable. Operating
lease obligations consist of lease commitments. Purchase obligations consist of contracts to
acquire real estate properties for development and sale for which due diligence has been completed
and our deposit is committed; however our liability for not completing the purchase of any such
property is generally limited to the deposit we made under the relevant contract. At June 30,
2007, we had $400,000 in deposits securing $14.2 million of purchase commitments. In addition to
the above contractual obligations, we recorded $2.3 million in unrecognized tax benefits related to
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At June 30, 2007, we had outstanding surety bonds and letters of credit of approximately $94.9
million related primarily to obligations to various governmental entities to construct improvements
in our various communities. We estimate that approximately $59.5 million of work remains to
complete these improvements. We do not believe that any outstanding bonds or letters of credit will
likely be drawn upon.
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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
The discussion contained in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K, as amended by
Amendment No. 2 on Form 10-K/A, for the year ended December 31, 2006, under Item 7A,
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk, provides quantitative and
qualitative disclosures about the Companys primary market risks which are interest rate and
equity pricing risks.
BFC
Market risk is defined as the risk of loss arising from adverse changes in market valuations
that arise from interest rate risk, foreign currency exchange rate risk, commodity price risk and
equity price risk. BFCs primary market risk is equity price risk.
Because BankAtlantic Bancorp and Levitt are consolidated in the Companys financial
statements, an increase or decrease in the market price of their stock would not impact the
financial statements. However, a significant change in the market price of either of these
securities would likely have an effect on the market price of our common stock. The market price
of BFCs common stock and of BFCs directly held equity securities are important to the valuation
and financing capability of BFC. Included in the Companys Consolidated Statement of Financial
Condition at June 30, 2007 was $1.1 million of publicly traded equity securities held by BFC and
BFCs $20.0 million investment in Benihana Series B Convertible Preferred Stock for which no
current market is available (unless converted into common stock). The ability to realize or
liquidate these investments will depend on future market and economic conditions and the ability
to register the shares of Benihanas Common Stock in the event that our investment in Benihanas
Series B Convertible Preferred stock is converted, all of which are subject to significant risk.
At June 30, 2007 and December 31, 2006, BFC had no amounts outstanding under its $14.0
million line of credit. The interest rate on the line of credit is an adjustable rate tied to
LIBOR. Should BFC draw advances under the line of credit, it would be subjected to interest rate
risk to the extent that there were changes in the LIBOR index.
BankAtlantic Bancorp
The majority of BankAtlantics assets and liabilities are monetary in nature. As a result, the
earnings and growth of BankAtlantic are significantly affected by interest rates, which are subject
to the influence of economic conditions generally, both domestic and foreign, and also to the
monetary and fiscal policies of the United States and its agencies, particularly the Federal
Reserve Board. The nature and timing of any changes in such policies or general economic conditions
and their effect on BankAtlantic cannot be controlled and are extremely difficult to predict.
Changes in interest rates impact BankAtlantics net interest income as well as the valuation of its
assets and liabilities. BankAtlantics interest rate risk position did not significantly change
during the six months ended June 30, 2007. For a discussion on the effect of changing interest
rates on BankAtlantics earnings during the three and six months ended June 30, 2007, see
Financial Services Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations Net Interest Income.
Included in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Condition at June 30, 2007 were $63.9
million of publicly traded equity securities and $11.5 million of privately held equity securities
that subjects the Company to equity pricing risks arising in connection with changes in the
relative values due to changing market and economic conditions and the results of operation and
financial condition of the companies within the portfolio. Volatility or a decline in the
financial markets can negatively impact the Companys net income as a result of devaluation of
these investments. Also included in Consolidated Statement of Financial Condition at June 30, 2007
was $118.6 million investment in Stifel equity securities received in connection with the merger of
Ryan Beck with Stifel in February 2007. The value of these securities will vary based on general
equity market conditions, the brokerage industry volatility, the results of operations and
financial condition of Stifel and the general liquidity of Stifel common stock.
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Levitt
Levitt has a risk of loss associated with its debt and is subject to interest rate risk on
its long-term debt. At June 30, 2007, Levitt had $597.6 million in borrowings with adjustable
rates tied to the prime rate and/or LIBOR rates and $104.1 million in borrowings with fixed or
initially-fixed rates. Consequently, for debt tied to an indexed rate, changes in interest rates
may affect earnings and cash flows, but generally would not impact the fair value of such debt.
With respect to fixed rate debt, changes in interest rates generally affect the fair market value
of the debt but not earnings or cash flow.
Assuming the variable rate debt balance of $597.6 million outstanding at June 3, 2007 (which
does not include initially fixed-rate obligations which will not become floating rate during 2007)
were to remain constant, each one percentage point increase in interest rates would increase the
interest incurred by Levitt by approximately $6.0 million per year.
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Item 4. Controls and Procedure
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
As of the end of the period covered by this report, we carried out an evaluation, under the
supervision and with the participation of our principal executive officer and principal financial
officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures
(as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934). Based on this
evaluation, our principal executive officer and principal financial officer concluded that our
disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Securities and Exchange
Act of 1934) are effective.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
In addition, we reviewed our internal control over financial reporting, and there were no
changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by
this report that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our
internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
On February 28, 2007 and March 1, 2007, two identical complaints were filed in the 17th
Judicial Circuit in and for Broward County, Florida against Levitt, the members of the Companys
Board of Directors and BFC Financial Corporation (BFC) in (i) Samuel Flamholz, on behalf of
himself and all others similarly situated, v. James Blosser, Darwin Dornbush, Alan B. Levan,
William Scherer, S. Lawrence Kahn, III, Joel Levy, John E. Abdo, William Nicholson, Alan J. Levy,
Levitt Corporation, and BFC Financial Corp. and (ii) Elaine Mount, on behalf of herself and all
others similarly situated, v. James Blosser, Darwin Dornbush, Alan B. Levan, William Scherer, S.
Lawrence Kahn, III, Joel Levy, John E. Abdo, William Nicholson, Alan J. Levy, Levitt Corporation,
and BFC Financial Corp., respectively. Each complaint relates to the previously reported
definitive merger agreement entered into by BFC and Levitt, pursuant to which Levitt would, if the
merger is consummated, become a wholly-owned subsidiary of BFC. The complaints allege that the
members of Levitts Board of Directors breached their fiduciary duty to Levitts minority
shareholders by approving the merger agreement with BFC. In both complaints, the plaintiffs sought
to enjoin the merger or, if it is completed, to rescind it. On June 22, 2007, an order dismissing
the claims without prejudice or cost or fees to either side was entered by the court. At this time,
the Company does not estimate that it will incur any additional loss with respect to this
litigation.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
There have been no material changes in our risk factors from those disclosed in our Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006.
Item 6. Exhibits
Exhibit 31.1 *
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Chief Executive Officer Certification pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 | |
Exhibit 31.2 *
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Chief Financial Officer Certification pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 | |
Exhibit 31.3 *
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Chief Accounting Officer Certification pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 | |
Exhibit 32.1 **
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Chief Executive Officer Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 | |
Exhibit 32.2 **
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Chief Financial Officer Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 | |
Exhibit 32.3 **
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Chief Accounting Officer Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 |
* | Exhibits filed with this Form 10-Q | |
** | Exhibit furnished with this Form 10-Q |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused
this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
BFC FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
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Date: August 9, 2007 | By: | /s/ Alan B. Levan | ||
Alan B. Levan, Chief Executive Officer | ||||
Date: August 9, 2007 | By: | /s/ George P. Scanlon | ||
George P. Scanlon, Executive Vice President | ||||
and Chief Financial Officer | ||||
Date: August 9, 2007 | By: | /s/ Maria R. Scheker | ||
Maria R. Scheker, Chief Accounting Officer | ||||
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