Biggest changeThe uncertainty related to macroeconomic factors such as inflation, interest rate increases, market volatility, disruptions in the banking sector, tariff policy, geopolitical uncertainty and the availability of financing, and the effects of these factors on the economy generally and on the commercial real estate markets in which we operate, make it impossible for us to predict or to quantify the impact of these or other trends on our financial results or liquidity.
Biggest changeThe uncertainty related to macroeconomic factors such as inflation, changes in interest rates, market volatility, disruptions in the banking sector, tariff policy, geopolitical uncertainty and the availability of financing, and the effects of these factors on the 25 Table of Contents economy generally and on the commercial real estate markets in which we operate, make it impossible for us to predict or to quantify the impact of these or other trends on our financial results or liquidity. The following table outlines our cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities, cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities and cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 ($ in thousands): For the Years Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities $ (11,658) $ (31,289) Cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities (1,543) 306 Cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities 34,827 15,815 The decrease in cash flows used in operating activities during 2025 was due primarily to a decrease in general and administrative expense and an increase in interest and other income during the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to the same period in 2024.
We expect to meet our long-term liquidity requirements through any cash flows from operations and proceeds from asset sales and possibly through refinancing maturing debt. Our future cash sources will be largely dependent on proceeds from asset sales.
We expect to meet our long-term liquidity requirements through any cash flows from operations and proceeds from asset sales and through refinancing maturing debt. Our future cash sources will be largely dependent on proceeds from asset sales.
Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified in our consolidated financial statements and the related notes to conform to the current period presentation. Executive Overview During 2024, we continued to develop our properties at Asbury Park and Magnolia Green while also monetizing certain development sites at Asbury Park and residential lots at Magnolia Green.
Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified in our consolidated financial statements and the related notes to conform to the current period presentation. Executive Overview During 2025, we continued to develop our properties at Asbury Park and Magnolia Green while also monetizing certain development sites at Asbury Park and residential lots at Magnolia Green.
Our discussion related to the results of operations and changes in financial condition for 2023 compared to 2022 is included in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 . Our historical results may not be indicative of our future performance.
Our discussion related to the results of operations and changes in financial condition for 2024 compared to 2023 is included in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 . Our historical results may not be indicative of our future performance.
Our significant accounting policies are described in Item 8—"Financial Statements and Supplemental Data—Note 3." The following is a summary of accounting policies that require more significant management estimates and judgments: Allowance for loan losses— We perform a quarterly comprehensive analysis of our loan portfolio and assign risk ratings that incorporate management’s current judgments about credit quality based on all known and relevant internal and external factors that may affect collectability.
Our significant accounting policies are described in Item 8—"Financial Statements and Supplemental Data— 26 Table of Contents Note 3." The following is a summary of accounting policies that require more significant management estimates and judgments: Allowance for loan losses— We perform a quarterly comprehensive analysis of our loan portfolio and assign risk ratings that incorporate management’s current judgments about credit quality based on all known and relevant internal and external factors that may affect collectability.
For all of these estimates, we caution that future events rarely develop exactly as forecasted, and, therefore, routinely require adjustment. During 2024, management reviewed and evaluated these critical accounting estimates and believes they are appropriate.
For all of these estimates, we caution that future events rarely develop exactly as forecasted, and, therefore, routinely require adjustment. During 2025, management reviewed and evaluated these critical accounting estimates and believes they are appropriate.
A subsidiary of ours provided a completion and carry guaranty on the Loan (refer to Note 9 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) and is required to maintain a minimum net worth and a minimum liquidity amount both 25 Table of Contents prior to and after the completion of the Project (refer to Note 5 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) while the Loan is outstanding.
A subsidiary of ours provided a completion and carry guaranty on the Loan (refer to Note 9 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) and is required to maintain a minimum net worth and a minimum liquidity amount both prior to and after the completion of the Project (refer to Note 5 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) while the Loan is outstanding.
The unrealized loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 represents the difference between the fair value of our investment in the Safe Shares as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
The unrealized loss for the year ended December 31, 2025 represents the difference between the fair value of our investment in the Safe Shares as of December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024.
We expect our short-term and long-term liquidity requirements to include: ● capital expenditures on our Asbury Park Waterfront and Magnolia Green development projects; ● debt service on the Safe Credit Facility and the Margin Loan Facility (refer to Note 9 to the combined and consolidated financial statements), and any other indebtedness including any repurchase agreements; ● repayment or refinancing of the Margin Loan Facility and the Safe Credit Facility at their respective maturities; ● management fees and expense reimbursements payable to our Manager (refer to Note 7 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) ; ● operating expenses; and ● distributions to shareholders if we have any excess cash on hand from asset sales after the repayment of our debt obligations. 24 Table of Contents We expect to meet our short-term liquidity requirements through any cash flows from operations, proceeds from asset sales, borrowings on the incremental facility under the Safe Credit Facility and our unrestricted cash.
We expect our short-term and long-term liquidity requirements to include: ● capital expenditures on our Asbury Park Waterfront and Magnolia Green development projects; ● debt service on the Safe Credit Facility and the Margin Loan Facility (refer to Note 9 to the combined and consolidated financial statements), and any other indebtedness including any repurchase agreements; ● repayment or refinancing of the Margin Loan Facility and the Safe Credit Facility at their respective maturities; ● management fees and expense reimbursements payable to our Manager (refer to Note 7 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) ; ● operating expenses; and ● share repurchases and/or distributions to shareholders if we have any excess cash on hand from asset sales after the repayment of our debt obligations. We expect to meet our short-term liquidity requirements through any cash flows from operations, proceeds from asset sales, borrowings on available debt facilities and our unrestricted cash.
Other income consists primarily of dividend income from our investment in Safe, income from our loan portfolio, hotel properties and other operating properties, including Asbury Lanes and the Magnolia Green Golf Club.
Other income consists primarily of dividend income from our investment in Safe, income from our hotel properties and other operating properties, including Asbury Lanes and the Magnolia Green Golf Club, and other ancillary income.
The difference between the estimated fair value less costs to sell and the carrying value will be recorded as an impairment charge. Once the asset is classified as held for sale, depreciation expense is no longer recorded.
The difference 27 Table of Contents between the estimated fair value less costs to sell and the carrying value will be recorded as an impairment charge. Once the asset is classified as held for sale, depreciation expense is no longer recorded.
Assets held for sale may qualify as a discontinued operation if certain conditions exist. We did not record any impairments during the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Assets held for sale may qualify as a discontinued operation if certain conditions exist. We did not record any impairments during the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023. 28 Table of Contents
These assets included in our portfolio as of December 31, 2024 had an aggregate carrying value of approximately $120.3 million and were comprised primarily of land, loans and other assets. We used the proceeds from asset sales in 2024 primarily to fund our operations.
These assets included in our portfolio as of December 31, 2025 had an aggregate carrying value of approximately $149.8 million and were comprised primarily of land, loans and other assets. We used the proceeds from asset sales in 2025 primarily to fund our operations.
The increase in interest income was due primarily to an increase in the average balance of our performing loans and other lending investments due to loan originations and the acquisition of available for sale securities. 22 Table of Contents Other income increased to $44.1 million in 2024 from $41.7 million in 2023.
The increase in interest income was due primarily to an increase in the average balance of our performing loans and other lending investments due to loan originations and the acquisition of available for sale securities. Other income increased to $51.7 million in 2025 from $44.1 million in 2024.
Land development revenue and cost of sales —In 2024, we had bulk sales and sold residential lots and recognized land development revenue of $60.0 million which had associated cost of sales of $48.7 million. In 2023, we sold residential lots and units and recognized land development revenue of $72.4 million which had associated cost of sales of $62.7 million.
In 2024, we had bulk sales and sold residential lots and recognized land development revenue of $60.0 million which had associated cost of sales of $48.7 million.
The provision for loan losses for the year ended December 31, 2024 resulted primarily from the addition to a loan during the year and a new loan origination (refer to Note 5 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) .
The provision for loan losses for the year ended December 31, 2024 resulted primarily from the addition to a loan during the year and a new loan origination (refer to Note 5 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) . Other expense decreased to $9 thousand in 2025 from $0.1 million in 2024.
Subsequent to the Spin-Off, we account for our Safe Shares as an equity investment under ASC 321, which requires that we adjust our investment in the Safe Shares to fair value through income at each reporting period.
Unrealized gains (losses) on equity investments —Unrealized gain (loss) on equity investments represents the unrealized gain or loss on our Safe Shares. We account for our Safe Shares as an equity investment under ASC 321, which requires that we adjust our investment in the Safe Shares to fair value through income at each reporting period.
Cash flows provided by financing activities during 2024 represents borrowings from a construction loan and cash flows used in financing activities during 2023 was due primarily to distributions to iStar in 2023 prior to the Spin-Off, which was partially offset by net borrowings from debt obligations in 2023. Debt Covenants —The Margin Loan Facility requires that we comply with various covenants, including, without limitation, covenants restricting, subject to certain exceptions, indebtedness, liens, investments and the payment of dividends.
Cash flows provided by financing activities during 2025 primarily represents net borrowings on our debt obligations, which was partially offset by the repurchase of common stock. Debt Covenants —The Margin Loan Facility requires that we comply with various covenants, including, without limitation, covenants restricting, subject to certain exceptions, indebtedness, liens, investments and the payment of dividends.
The applicable margin on the Margin Loan Facility increases by 25 basis points for the entirety of the interest period immediately succeeding any interest period with respect to which we make a PIK election.
The applicable margin on the Margin Loan Facility increases by 25 basis points for the entirety of the interest period immediately succeeding any interest period with respect to which we make a PIK election. Real estate expense increased to $49.7 million in 2025 from $48.3 million in 2024.
We also continued to sell residential condominium units at Asbury Ocean Cub and all units had been sold as of December 31, 2024. We also continued to monetize our land and development assets. As of December 31, 2024, we also owned assets that we expect to monetize primarily through asset sales, loan repayments or active asset management.
We also continued to monetize our land and development assets and had loan repayments. As of December 31, 2025, we also owned assets that we expect to monetize primarily through asset sales, loan repayments or active asset management.
As we execute future sales and have fewer remaining residential and development assets, we expect our land development revenue will decline. The timing and amount of such sales cannot be predicted with certainty. Costs and expenses —Prior to the Spin-Off, interest expense represented an allocation to us from iStar.
As we execute future sales and have fewer remaining residential and development assets, we expect our land development revenue will decline. The timing and amount of such sales cannot be predicted with certainty.
Subsequent to the Spin-Off, interest expense represents the interest cost on our Margin Loan Facility. For the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we incurred $6.9 million and $6.2 million, respectively, of interest expense from our Margin Loan Facility, net of amounts capitalized.
For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, we incurred $8.9 million and $8.8 million, respectively, of interest expense from our Safe Credit Facility, net of amounts capitalized. For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, we incurred $6.8 million and $6.9 million, respectively, of interest expense from our Margin Loan Facility, net of amounts capitalized.
The provision for (recovery of) loan losses for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 were $0.6 million, $1.7 million and $45.0 million, respectively. 26 Table of Contents Impairment or disposal of long-lived assets — We periodically review real estate to be held for use and land and development assets for impairment in value whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable.
Impairment or disposal of long-lived assets — We periodically review real estate to be held for use and land and development assets for impairment in value whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable.
Subsequent to the Spin-Off, general and administrative expense includes management fees to our Manager and other costs of operating as a public company. During the year ended December 31, 2024, we incurred $21.1 million of general and administrative expense, primarily resulting from $18.0 million of management fees to Safe and director fees.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, we incurred $14.6 million of general and administrative expense, resulting primarily from $11.3 million of management fees to Safe and director fees. During the year ended December 31, 2024, we incurred $21.1 million of general and administrative expense, primarily resulting from $18.0 million of management fees to Safe and director fees.
The decrease in land development revenue in 2024 was due primarily to a decrease in revenues from bulk sales and condominium sales at our Asbury properties and a decrease in lot sales at our Magnolia Green property, which was partially offset by a bulk sale at our Coney Island property and the sale of a land parcel to a third party (refer to Note 5 to the combined and consolidated financial statements) .
The decrease in land development revenue in 2025 was due to bulk sales at our Magnolia Green property, our Coney Island property and one other property in 2024, which was partially offset by an increase in revenues from bulk sales at our Asbury properties .
The decrease in cash flows provided by investing activities during 2024 was due primarily to a decrease in proceeds from the repayment and sale of loans receivable, a decrease in distributions from other investments and a decrease in proceeds from the sale of land and development assets.
The decrease in cash flows from investing activities during 2025 was due primarily to an increase in capital expenditures and a decrease in proceeds from the sale of real estate, which was partially offset by an increase in proceeds from loans receivable and other lending investments.
Income from sales of real estate — During the year ended December 31, 2024, we sold residential condominiums and recognized income from sales of real estate of $3.7 million.
The unrealized loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 represents the difference between the fair value of our investment in the Safe Shares as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023. 24 Table of Contents Income from sales of real estate — During the year ended December 31, 2024, we sold residential condominiums and recognized income from sales of real estate of $3.7 million.
Results of Operations for the Year Ended December 31, 2024 compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2023 For the Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 $ Change (in thousands) Operating lease income $ 6,900 $ 6,738 $ 162 Interest income 2,344 2,135 209 Other income 44,091 41,745 2,346 Land development revenue 59,962 72,435 (12,473) Total revenue 113,297 123,053 (9,756) Interest expense 7,002 16,672 (9,670) Interest expense - related party 8,750 6,300 2,450 Real estate expense 48,263 47,753 510 Land development cost of sales 48,674 62,657 (13,983) Depreciation and amortization 4,328 4,572 (244) General and administrative 21,123 36,199 (15,076) Provision for loan losses 621 1,740 (1,119) Other expense 64 791 (727) Total costs and expenses 138,825 176,684 (37,859) Unrealized gains (losses) on equity investments (66,531) (171,394) 104,863 Income from sales of real estate 3,699 — 3,699 Loss on early extinguishment of debt, net — (2,090) 2,090 Earnings from equity method investments — 30,825 (30,825) Income tax expense (2) — (2) Net income (loss) $ (88,362) $ (196,290) $ 107,928 Revenue —Operating lease income, which primarily includes income from commercial operating properties, increased to $6.9 million in 2024 from $6.7 million in 2023. Interest income increased to $2.3 million in 2024 from $2.1 million in 2023.
Results of Operations for the Year Ended December 31, 2025 compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2024 December 31, 2025 2024 $ Change (in thousands) Operating lease income $ 7,425 $ 6,900 $ 525 Interest income 4,533 2,344 2,189 Other income 51,747 44,091 7,656 Land development revenue 46,438 59,962 (13,524) Total revenue 110,143 113,297 (3,154) Interest expense 18,368 15,752 2,616 Real estate expense 49,672 48,263 1,409 Land development cost of sales 28,758 48,674 (19,916) Depreciation and amortization 5,215 4,328 887 General and administrative 14,564 21,123 (6,559) Provision for (recovery of) loan losses (540) 621 (1,161) Other expense 9 64 (55) Total costs and expenses 116,046 138,825 (22,779) Unrealized gains (losses) on equity investments (64,774) (66,531) 1,757 Income from sales of real estate — 3,699 (3,699) Loss on early extinguishment of debt, net (70) — (70) Income tax expense (27) (2) (25) Net income (loss) $ (70,774) $ (88,362) $ 17,588 Revenue —Operating lease income, which primarily includes income from commercial operating properties, increased to $7.4 million in 2025 from $6.9 million in 2024. Interest income increased to $4.5 million in 2025 from $2.3 million in 2024.
In October 2023, we entered into an amendment to the Margin Loan Facility primarily to reduce the floor price at which the market price of the Safe Shares would trigger a mandatory prepayment of outstanding borrowings under the facility. The Safe Credit Facility requires that we comply with various covenants, including, without limitation, covenants restricting, subject to certain exceptions, indebtedness, liens, investments, mergers, asset sales and the payment of certain dividends.
As part of the amendment to the Margin Loan Facility that we entered into on March 28, 2025, the loan-to-value ratios that would require us to post additional collateral with the lender or permit us to request a release of collateral were eased from then existing levels. The Safe Credit Facility requires that we comply with various covenants, including, without limitation, covenants restricting, subject to certain exceptions, indebtedness, liens, investments, mergers, asset sales and the payment of certain dividends.
Real estate expense primarily represents expenses at our hotel and retail operating properties and land properties. The increase in 2024 was due primarily to an increase in expenses at certain properties in our monetizing portfolio, which was partially offset by a decrease in expenses at our Asbury Park properties.
Real estate expense primarily represents expenses at our hotel and retail operating properties and land properties. The increase in 2025 was due primarily to $2.7 million of expense related to a legal settlement with respect to one of iStar’s (refer to Note 1) legacy assets.
Loss on early extinguishment of debt, net — During the year ended December 31, 2023, we incurred losses on early extinguishment of debt from partial repayments of our Margin Loan Facility (refer to Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements). Earnings from equity method investments —Earnings from equity method investments was $30.8 million in 2023.
Loss on early extinguishment of debt, net — During the year ended December 31, 2025, loss on early extinguishment of debt resulted from the partial repayment of the Margin Loan Facility.
The provision for loan losses for the year ended December 31, 2023 resulted primarily from the sale of a non-performing loan, which was partially offset by a reversal of loss allowances on loans that repaid in full during 2023. 23 Table of Contents Other expense decreased to $0.1 million in 2024 from $0.8 million in 2023.
The recovery of loan losses was $0.5 million in 2025 as compared to a provision for loan losses of $0.6 million in 2024. The recovery of loan losses for the year ended December 31, 2025 resulted primarily from the full repayment of one of our loans during the period.
Depreciation and amortization was $4.3 million in 2024 and $4.6 million in 2023 and relates primarily to our operating properties portfolio. Prior to the Spin-Off, general and administrative expense represented an allocation of costs, including performance-based compensation, to us from iStar.
Depreciation and amortization was $5.2 million in 2025 and $4.3 million in 2024 and relates primarily to our operating properties portfolio. The increase in 2025 was due primarily to a real estate asset beginning operations. General and administrative expense includes management fees to our Manager and other costs of operating as a public company.
We elected to pay interest in kind ("PIK") on the Margin Loan Facility in respect of interest payments payable for each quarter of 2024. These amounts were added to the principal balance of the loan.
We may elect to pay interest in kind ("PIK") on the Margin Loan Facility in respect of certain quarterly interest payments and such PIK is added to the principal balance on the Margin Loan Facility. During the year ended December 31, 2025, we also recognized $2.7 million of interest expense on the Senior Construction Mortgage Loan.