Biggest changeCurrently, the Trust is structured as a holding company and owns its assets through twenty-four wholly-owned, special purpose subsidiaries that have been formed in order to hold real estate assets, obtain financing and generate lease revenue. 6 Properties Below is a chart that summarizes our properties as of December 31, 2024: Property Type/Name Acres Size 1 Gross Book Value 3 Railroad Property P&WV - Norfolk Southern 112 miles $ 9,150,000 Solar Farm Land California PWRS 447 82 9,183,548 Solar Total 447 82 $ 9,183,548 Greenhouse - Cannabis Ordway, Colorado Maverick 1 2,4,6,7 5.20 17,368 1,594,582 Tamarack 18 2,4,6,7 2.11 12,996 1,075,000 Maverick 14 2,4,6,7 5.54 26,940 1,908,400 Tamarack 7 2,4,6,7 4.32 18,000 1,364,585 Tamarack 7 (MIP) 2,5,6,7 636,351 Tamarack 19 2,4,6,7 2.11 18,528 1,311,116 Tamarack 8 - Apotheke 2,5,6,7 4.31 21,548 2,061,542 Tamarack 13 2,4,6,7 2.37 9,384 1,031,712 Tamarack 3 2,4,6,7 2.20 24,512 2,080,414 Tamarack 27 and 28 2,4,6,7 4.00 38,440 1,872,340 Maverick 5 - Jacksons Farms 2,5,6,7 5.20 15,000 1,358,634 Tamarack 4 and 5 2,4,6,7 4.41 26,076 2,239,870 Walsenburg, Colorado 2,4,6,7 35.00 74,800 4,219,170 Desert Hot Springs, California 2,5,6,7 0.85 35,505 7,685,000 Vinita, Oklahoma 4,6,7 9.35 40,000 2,593,313 Marengo Township, Michigan 2,4,6,7 61.14 556,146 24,171,151 Greenhouse - Food Crop O’Neill, Nebraska 2,4,5,7 90.97 1,130,575 9,350,000 Greenhouse Total 239.08 2,065,818 $ 66,553,180 Total Portfolio (Real Estate Owned) $ 84,886,728 Mortgage Loan 9 $ 597,000 Mortgage Loan 8 1,005,000 Impairment 36,207,472 Depreciation and Amortization 7,494,038 Net Book Value Net of Impairment, Depreciation and Amortization $ 42,787,218 1 Solar Farm Land size represents Megawatts and CEA property size represents greenhouse square feet 2 Security for the Greenhouse Loan, which is in default 3 Gross Book Value for our Greenhouse Portfolio represents purchase price (excluding capitalized acquisition costs) plus improvements costs 4 Property is vacant 5 Tenant is not current on rent and is in default 6 An impairment has been taken against this asset 7 Asset held for sale 8 Loan secured by a first mortgage (Ordway Properties) sold on January 8, 2024 and is security for the Greenhouse Loan 9 Loan secured by a second mortgage (Maine property) sold on October 30, 2023 7 2023 and 2024 Sale Transactions On January 6, 2023, one of our wholly owned subsidiaries sold its interest in five ground leases related to utility scale solar farms located in Tulare County, California for gross proceeds of $2.5 million.
Biggest changeCurrently, the Trust is structured as a holding company and owns its assets through nineteen wholly-owned, special purpose subsidiaries that have been formed in order to hold real estate assets, obtain financing and generate lease revenue. 5 Properties Below is a chart that summarizes our properties as of December 31, 2025: Property Type/Name Acres Size 1 Gross Book Value 2 Railroad Property P&WV - Norfolk Southern 112 miles $ 9,150,000 Solar Farm Land California PWRS 447 82 9,183,548 Solar Total 447 82 $ 9,183,548 Greenhouse - Cannabis Ordway, Colorado Maverick 1 5,6 5.20 17,368 1,594,582 Maverick 14 3,5,6 5.54 26,940 1,908,400 Tamarack 7 3,5 4.32 18,000 1,364,585 Tamarack 7 (MIP) 4,5 636,351 Tamarack 19 3,5,6 2.11 18,528 1,311,116 Tamarack 8 - Apotheke 4,5 4.31 21,548 2,061,542 Tamarack 3 5,6 2.20 24,512 2,080,414 Tamarack 27 and 28 3,5,6 4.00 38,440 1,872,340 Maverick 5 - Jacksons Farms 4,5 5.20 15,000 1,358,634 Tamarack 4 and 5 3,5,6 4.41 26,076 2,239,870 Mortgage Loan 884,142 Mortgage Loan 96,893 Walsenburg, Colorado 3,5,6 35.00 74,800 4,219,170 Desert Hot Springs, California 3,5,6 0.85 35,505 7,685,000 Vinita, Oklahoma 3,5,6 9.35 40,000 2,593,313 Eliot, ME - Mortgage Loan 5,7 597,000 Greenhouse Total 82.49 356,717 $ 32,503,352 Total Portfolio $ 50,836,900 Impairment and Allowance for Receivable 21,758,101 Depreciation and Amortization 5,160,966 Net Book Value Net of Impairment, Allowance for Receivable, Depreciation and Amortization $ 23,917,833 1 Solar Farm Land size represents Megawatts and CEA property size represents greenhouse square feet 2 Gross Book Value for our Greenhouse Portfolio represents purchase price (excluding capitalized acquisition costs) plus improvements costs 3 Property is vacant 4 Tenant is not current on rent/in default 5 An impairment/allowance for receivable has been taken against this asset 6 Asset held for sale 7 Loan is in default 6 2024 and 2025 Sale Transactions On January 8, 2024, two wholly owned subsidiaries of Power REIT, PW CO CanRE Sherman 6 LLC and PW CO CanRE MF LLC (“PW MF”), sold two cannabis related greenhouse cultivation properties located in Ordway, Colorado to an affiliate of a tenant of one of the properties.
This has had a dramatic negative effect on our CEA portfolio with most properties vacant or occupied by tenants that are in default. During 2022 we acquired a greenhouse occupied by a tenant focused on the cultivation of tomatoes. Unfortunately, the tenant was unable to meet its financial obligations and has since vacated the property.
This has had a dramatic negative effect on our CEA portfolio with most properties vacant or occupied by tenants that are in default. During 2022 we acquired a greenhouse focused on the cultivation of tomatoes. Unfortunately, the tenant was unable to meet its financial obligations and has since vacated the property.
Furthermore, many of our properties have been repurposed for regulated cannabis operations, and historically were utilized for other purposes, including heavy industrial uses, which expose us to additional risks associated with historical releases of substances at the properties. 14 Management and Trustees - Human Capital Mr. David H. Lesser serves as a member and Chairman of our Board of Trustees.
Furthermore, many of our properties have been repurposed for regulated cannabis operations, and historically were utilized for other purposes, including heavy industrial uses, which expose us to additional risks associated with historical releases of substances at the properties. Management and Trustees - Human Capital Mr. David H. Lesser serves as a member and Chairman of our Board of Trustees.
To date, the FDA has not approved a marketing application for cannabis for the treatment of any disease or condition. Governance We are an internally managed REIT with a Board comprised of three independent Trustees and one insider Trustee. Power REIT management has strong alignment with shareholders through significant insider ownership.
To date, the FDA has not approved a marketing application for cannabis for the treatment of any disease or condition. 17 Governance We are an internally managed REIT with a Board comprised of three independent Trustees and one insider Trustee. Power REIT management has strong alignment with shareholders through significant insider ownership.
See “Risk Factors” and our Description of Capital Stock, included as Exhibit 4.1. 16 General Corporate Information Our principal executive offices are located at 301 Winding Road, Old Bethpage, New York 11804, and our telephone number is (212) 750-0371. Our website address is www.pwreit.com .
See “Risk Factors” and our Description of Capital Stock, included as Exhibit 4.1. General Corporate Information Our principal executive offices are located at 301 Winding Road, Old Bethpage, New York 11804, and our telephone number is (212) 750-0371. Our website address is www.pwreit.com .
We sold two greenhouse properties in a transaction that produced approximately $53,000 of restricted cash at closing and, during 2024, generated approximately $345,000 of restricted cash from the debt service related to the seller financing provided which had a remaining balance of $1,005,000 at December 31, 2024.
We sold two Greenhouse Portfolio properties in a transaction that produced approximately $53,000 of restricted cash at closing and, during 2024, generated approximately $345,000 of restricted cash from the debt service related to the seller financing provided which had a remaining balance of $1,005,000 at December 31, 2024.
The sale of the above referenced properties is a part of a strategic review as we continue to evaluate alternatives to enhance liquidity and improve our opportunities. Business Strategy Our primary objective is to maximize the long-term value of the Trust for our shareholders.
The sale of the above referenced properties is a part of a strategic review as we continue to evaluate alternatives to enhance liquidity and improve our opportunities. Business Strategy Our primary objective is to maximize the long-term value for our shareholders.
Item 1. Business. General Power REIT (the “Registrant” or the “Trust”, and together with its consolidated subsidiaries, “we”, “us”, or “Power REIT”, unless the context requires otherwise) is a Maryland-domiciled, internally-managed real estate investment trust (a “REIT”) that owns a portfolio of real estate assets related to transportation, energy infrastructure and Controlled Environment Agriculture (“CEA”) in the United States.
Item 1. Business. General Power REIT (the “Registrant” or the “Trust”, and together with its consolidated subsidiaries or “Power REIT”, unless the context requires otherwise) is a Maryland-domiciled, internally-managed real estate investment trust (a “REIT”) that owns a portfolio of real estate assets related to transportation, energy infrastructure and Controlled Environment Agriculture (“CEA”) in the United States.
Hollander are full time employees. Employee levels are managed to align with the pace of business and management believes it has sufficient human capital to operate its business. We believe that our success depends on our ability to retain our key personnel, primarily David Lesser, our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Secretary and Treasurer.
Lesser, nor Ms. Hollander are full time employees. Employee levels are managed to align with the pace of business and management believes it has sufficient human capital to operate its business. We believe that our success depends on our ability to retain our key personnel, primarily David Lesser, our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Secretary and Treasurer.
The real estate market is in a state of transition and experiencing a wave of distressed properties due to factors including economic downturns, shifting property demand in a post-COVID environment, rising interest rates and mortgage defaults. We believe the current environment can create significant opportunities for Power REIT.
The real estate market is in a state of transition and experiencing a wave of distressed properties due to factors including economic downturns, shifting property demand in a post-COVID environment, rising interest rates and mortgage defaults. We believe the current environment can create potential opportunities for Power REIT.
During 2023 and 2024, the cannabis industry faced significant headwinds that had a dramatic impact on cultivation focused companies such as our tenants. The wholesale prices in most markets compressed dramatically and in many cases were below the cost of cultivation and many cultivation companies have shut down.
During 2024 and 2025, the cannabis industry faced significant headwinds that had a dramatic impact on cultivation focused companies such as our tenants. The wholesale prices in most markets compressed dramatically and in many cases were below the cost of cultivation and many cultivation companies have shut down.
Our charter also prohibits any person from (1) beneficially or constructively owning shares of our capital stock that would result in our being “closely held” under Section 856(h) of the Code at any time during the taxable year, (2) transferring shares of our capital stock if such transfer would result in our stock being beneficially or constructively owned by fewer than 100 persons and (3) beneficially or constructively owning shares of our capital stock if such ownership would cause us otherwise to fail to qualify as a REIT.
Lesser, from the 9.9% ownership limit. 18 Our charter also prohibits any person from (1) beneficially or constructively owning shares of our capital stock that would result in our being “closely held” under Section 856(h) of the Code at any time during the taxable year, (2) transferring shares of our capital stock if such transfer would result in our stock being beneficially or constructively owned by fewer than 100 persons and (3) beneficially or constructively owning shares of our capital stock if such ownership would cause us otherwise to fail to qualify as a REIT.
The Trust is structured as a holding company and owns its assets through twenty-four direct and indirect wholly-owned, special purpose subsidiaries that have been formed in order to hold real estate assets, obtain financing and generate lease revenue.
The Trust is structured as a holding company and owns its assets through nineteen direct and indirect wholly-owned, special purpose subsidiaries that have been formed in order to hold real estate assets, obtain financing and generate lease revenue.
We believe greenhouse cultivation represents a sustainable solution from both a business and environmental perspective. Certain of our greenhouse properties are operated for the cultivation of cannabis by state-licensed operators. Unfortunately, the market for cannabis compressed dramatically during 2023 and 2024.
We believe greenhouse cultivation represents a sustainable solution from both a business and environmental perspective. Most of our Greenhouse Portfolio properties are operated for the cultivation of cannabis by state-licensed operators. Unfortunately, the market for cannabis compressed dramatically during 2023 and 2024.
The purchaser was an unaffiliated third party and the price was established based on an arm’s length negotiation. The sale price was $80,000 and the proceeds were used to pay down the loan secured by the greenhouse portfolio and other accrued expenses related to the property.
The purchaser was an unaffiliated third party and the price was established based on an arm’s length negotiation. The sale price was $80,000 and the proceeds were used to pay down the loan secured by the Greenhouse Portfolio and other accrued expenses related to the property. The loss on sale recognized was approximately $147,000.
Lesser’s significant ownership stake in Power REIT provides strong alignment and incentives to focus on creation of shareholder value. Susan Hollander serves our Chief Accounting Officer with responsibility for all strategic accounting, compliance and financial reporting functions. Accordingly, Power REIT currently has two officers who are responsible for overseeing our activities. Neither Mr. Lesser, nor Ms.
Lesser’s significant ownership stake in Power REIT provides strong alignment and incentives to focus on creation of shareholder value. Susan Hollander serves our Chief Accounting Officer with responsibility for all strategic accounting, compliance and financial reporting functions. Accordingly, Power REIT currently has two employees, both of whom are officers who are responsible for overseeing our activities. Neither Mr.
In order for us to maintain our REIT qualification, at least 90% of our ordinary taxable annual income must be distributed to shareholders. As of December 31, 2023, our last tax return completed to date, we currently have a net operating loss of $30.8 million, which may reduce or eliminate this requirement.
In order for us to maintain our REIT qualification, at least 90% of our ordinary taxable annual income must be distributed to shareholders. As of December 31, 2024, our last tax return completed to date, we currently have a net operating loss of $41.0 million, which may reduce or eliminate this requirement.
Certain Restrictions on Size of Holdings and Transferability In order to assist us in complying with the limitations on the concentration of ownership of REIT stock imposed by the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), among other purposes, our Declaration of Trust provides that no person or entity may own, directly or indirectly, more than 9.9% in economic value of the aggregate of the outstanding common shares of Power REIT.
Certain Restrictions on Size of Holdings and Transferability In order to assist us in complying with the limitations on the concentration of ownership of REIT stock imposed by the Code, among other purposes, our Declaration of Trust provides that no person or entity may own, directly or indirectly, more than 9.9% in economic value of the aggregate of the outstanding common shares of beneficial interest of Power REIT.
As of December 31, 2024, the Trust’s assets consisted of approximately 112 miles of railroad infrastructure and related real estate which is owned by its subsidiary Pittsburgh & West Virginia Railroad (“P&WV”), approximately 447 acres of fee simple land leased to a utility scale solar power generating project with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 82 Megawatts (“MW”) and approximately 239 acres of land with approximately 2,066,000 square feet of existing or under construction CEA properties in the form of greenhouses.
As of December 31, 2025, the Trust’s assets consisted of approximately 112 miles of railroad infrastructure and related real estate which is owned by its subsidiary, Pittsburgh & West Virginia Railroad (“P&WV”), approximately 447 acres of fee simple land leased to a utility scale solar power generating project with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 82 Megawatts (“MW”) and approximately 82 acres of land with approximately 357,000 square feet of CEA properties in the form of greenhouses (the “Greenhouse Portfolio”).
On April 28, 2014, our Board of Trustees granted an exemption to Hudson Bay Partners, LP, on behalf of itself, and its affiliates, including David H. Lesser from the 9.9% ownership limit.
On April 28, 2014, our Board of Trustees granted an exemption to Hudson Bay Partners, LP, on behalf of itself, and its affiliates, including David H.
Agricultural Regulation The greenhouse properties that we own are subject to the laws, ordinances and regulations of state, local and federal governments, including laws, ordinances and regulations involving land use and usage, water rights, treatment methods, disturbance, the environment, and eminent domain.
See Item 1A, “Risk Factors – Risks Relating to Regulation.” 15 Agricultural Regulation The Greenhouse Portfolio properties that we own are subject to the laws, ordinances and regulations of state, local and federal governments, including laws, ordinances and regulations involving land use and usage, water rights, treatment methods, disturbance, the environment, and eminent domain.
Along these lines, in 2023 and 2024 we completed sales of assets for total gross proceeds of approximately $9.89 million which included $2.1 million of seller financing provided to the buyers.
Along these lines, in 2023 and 2024 we completed sales of assets for total gross proceeds of approximately $9.81 million which included approximately $2.1 million of seller financing provided to the buyers. During 2025, we completed sales of assets for total gross proceeds of approximately $325,000 which included approximately $105,000 of seller financing provided to a buyer.
We are not current on payment of property taxes for the greenhouse portfolio which are included on the Balance Sheet as accrued expenses and liabilities held for sale for approximately $1,162,000. If the property tax remains delinquent, the greenhouse portfolio will be subject to foreclosure actions starting in the first quarter of 2026.
These taxes are included on our balance sheet as accrued expenses and liabilities held for sale for approximately $1,331,068. If the property taxes remain delinquent, the Greenhouse Portfolio will be subject to tax foreclosure actions starting in the first quarter of 2026.
We also have several properties that we are marketing for sale and/or lease which have been classified as “Assets Held for Sale.” Liquidity and Capital Resources On a consolidated basis, our cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash totaled $2,231,586 as of December 31, 2024, a decrease of $1,873,298 from December 31, 2023.
We also have several properties that we are marketing for sale and/or lease which have been classified as “Assets Held for Sale.” Liquidity and Capital Resources Our cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash totaled $2,235,306 as of December 31 2025, a decrease of $3,720 from December 31, 2024.
We also own a ground lease for a utility scale solar farm. Our recent focus on CEA greenhouse properties consumes dramatically less energy than indoor growing, 95% less water, and do not generate the agricultural runoff associated with traditional fertilizers or pesticides associated with field crops.
We currently own a railroad ground lease which is an environmentally friendly form of transportation. We also own a ground lease for a utility scale solar farm. Our CEA greenhouse properties consume dramatically less energy than indoor growing, 95% less water, and do not generate the agricultural runoff associated with traditional fertilizers or pesticides associated with field crops.
Although we believe that we and our tenants are in material compliance with these requirements, there can be no assurance that we will not incur significant costs, civil and criminal penalties and liabilities, including those relating to claims for damages to persons, property or the environment resulting from operations at our properties.
As a result, the presence of significant mold at any of our properties could require us to undertake a costly remediation program to contain or remove the mold from the affected property or development project. 16 Although we believe that we and our tenants are in material compliance with these requirements, there can be no assurance that we will not incur significant costs, civil and criminal penalties and liabilities, including those relating to claims for damages to persons, property or the environment resulting from operations at our properties.
In connection therewith, we have implemented processes designed to ensure strong internal discipline in the use, harvesting and recycling of our capital, and these processes will be applied in connection with seeking to reposition properties.
Taking Steps to Position the Trust for Future Growth Opportunities We are taking steps designed to position ourselves to create shareholder value. In connection therewith, we have implemented processes designed to ensure strong internal discipline in the use, harvesting and recycling of our capital, and these processes will be applied in connection with seeking to reposition properties.
To achieve this primary goal, we have developed a business strategy focused on increasing the values of our properties, and ultimately of the Trust, which includes: ● Raising capital by monetizing the embedded value in our portfolio to enhance our liquidity position and, as appropriate reducing debt levels to strengthen our balance sheet; ● Selling off non-core properties and underperforming assets; ● Seeking to re-lease properties that are vacant or have non-performing tenants; ● Raising the overall level of quality of our portfolio and of individual properties in our portfolio; ● Improving the operating results of our properties; and ● Taking steps to position the Trust for future growth opportunities. 8 Improving Our Balance Sheet by Reducing Debt and Leverage; Improving Liquidity Leverage We continue to seek ways to reduce our leverage by improving our operating performance and through a variety of other means available to us.
To that end, our business goals are to obtain the best possible rental income at our properties in order to maximize our cash flows, net operating income, funds from operations, funds available for distribution to shareholders and other operating measures and results, and ultimately to maximize the values of our properties. 7 To achieve this primary goal, we have developed a business strategy focused on increasing the values of our properties, and ultimately of the Trust, which includes: ● Raising capital by monetizing the embedded value in our portfolio to improve our liquidity position and, as appropriate reducing debt levels to strengthen our balance sheet; ● Selling off non-core properties and underperforming assets; ● Seeking to re-lease properties that are vacant or have non-performing tenants; ● Raising the overall level of quality of our portfolio and of individual properties in our portfolio; ● Improving the operating results of our properties; and ● Taking steps to position ourselves for future growth opportunities.
Permits for drilling water wells or withdrawing surface water may be required by federal, state and local governmental entities pursuant to laws, ordinances, regulations or other requirements, and such permits may be difficult to obtain due to drought, the limited supply of available water within the districts of the states in which our properties are located or other reasons. 13 In addition to the regulation of water usage and water runoff, state, local and federal governments also seek to regulate the type, quantity and method of use of chemicals and materials for growing crops, including fertilizers, pesticides and nutrient rich materials.
Permits for drilling water wells or withdrawing surface water may be required by federal, state and local governmental entities pursuant to laws, ordinances, regulations or other requirements, and such permits may be difficult to obtain due to drought, the limited supply of available water within the districts of the states in which our properties are located or other reasons.
Improving Our Portfolio We are currently seeking to refine our property holdings by selling properties and/or re-leasing them in an effort to improve the overall performance going forward. Taking Steps to Position the Trust for Future Growth Opportunities We are taking steps designed to position the Trust to create shareholder value.
Improving Our Portfolio We are currently seeking to refine our property holdings by selling Greenhouse Portfolio properties and/or re-leasing them in an effort to improve the overall performance of our portfolio going forward.
Accordingly, it is important to evaluate each State regulatory structure as part of evaluating investment opportunities. Cannabis Industry Access to Capital Currently, the illegal status of cannabis under federal law limits the ability of industry participants to fully access the U.S. banking system, public capital markets and other traditional sources of financing.
Cannabis Industry Access to Capital Currently, the illegal status of cannabis under federal law limits the ability of industry participants to fully access the U.S. banking system, public capital markets and other traditional sources of financing.
The seller financing has a three-year maturity with a fixed amortization schedule of $40,000 for the first month, $40,000 for the second month, $45,000 for the third month and $15,000 per month thereafter until maturity. The note is secured by a first mortgage on the properties and certain corporate and personal guarantees.
The seller financing had a three-year maturity with a fixed amortization schedule of $40,000 for the first and second months, $45,000 for the third month and $15,000 per month thereafter until maturity.
Government Regulation Real Estate Industry Regulation Generally, the ownership and operation of real properties are subject to various laws, ordinances and regulations, including regulations relating to zoning, land use, water rights, wastewater, storm water runoff and lien sale rights and procedures.
In particular, we face competition from established companies in this industry, as well as local real estate investors, particularly for smaller retail assets. 11 Government Regulation Real Estate Industry Regulation Generally, the ownership and operation of real properties are subject to various laws, ordinances and regulations, including regulations relating to zoning, land use, water rights, wastewater, storm water runoff and lien sale rights and procedures.
If the Trust’s plan to focus on selling greenhouse properties, entering into new leases, improving cash collections from existing tenants and raising capital in the form of debt or equity is effectively implemented, the Trust’s plan could potentially provide enough liquidity. However, the Trust cannot predict, with certainty, whether our actions will effectively generate liquidity.
Our plan to improve liquidity is to focus maximizing realized value from the Greenhouse Portfolio by selling properties, entering into new leases and improving cash collections from existing tenants as well as raising capital in the form of debt or equity in order to generate liquidity, however, the Trust cannot predict, with certainty, the extent to which such activities will succeed.
Net proceeds from the sale were used to service the Greenhouse Loan and pay other accrued expenses and closing costs. On January 30, 2024, a wholly owned subsidiary of Power REIT, PW Salisbury Solar LLC, sold its interest in a ground lease related to a utility scale solar farm located in Salisbury, Massachusetts. for gross proceeds of $1.2 million.
On January 30, 2024, a wholly owned subsidiary of Power REIT, PW Salisbury Solar LLC, sold its interest in a ground lease related to a utility scale solar farm located in Salisbury, Massachusetts. for gross proceeds of $1.2 million. The purchaser was an unaffiliated third party and the price was established based on an arm’s length negotiation.
Many of the tenants of CEA properties have defaulted on their payment obligations. Dividends During the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, the Trust did not declare quarterly dividends of approximately $653,000 ($0.484375 per share per quarter) to holders of Power REIT’s 7.75% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock.
Dividends During the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, the Trust did not declare quarterly dividends of approximately $653,000 ($0.484375 per share per quarter) to holders of Power REIT’s 7.75% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock (the “Series A Preferred Stock”). As of December 31, 2025, the total cumulative undeclared dividends are approximately $2,122,000.
States may restrict the number of cannabis licenses (cultivation, distribution, rental processing) permitted; impose significant taxes on cannabis products; and even limit the medical conditions that are eligible for cannabis treatment. As such, it is difficult to predict economic potential and trajectory of new markets.
As legalization is currently on a state-by-state basis, expansion of the cannabis industry is impacted by the regulatory processes of each state. States may restrict the number of cannabis licenses (cultivation, distribution, rental processing) permitted; impose significant taxes on cannabis products; and even limit the medical conditions that are eligible for cannabis treatment.
Our cash outlays at Power REIT (parent company) consist principally of professional fees, consultant fees, NYSE American listing fees, legal, insurance, shareholder service company fees, auditing costs and general and administrative expenses.
We sold one Greenhouse Portfolio property in a transaction that produced approximately $51,000 of net proceeds used to service the Greenhouse Loan. Our cash outlays at Power REIT (parent company) consist principally of professional fees, consultant fees, NYSE American listing fees, legal, insurance, shareholder service company fees, auditing costs and general and administrative expenses.
ESG the “Triple Bottom Line” With a focus on the “Triple Bottom Line” and a commitment to Profit, Planet and People, Power REIT is committed to best-in-class focus on Environment, Social and Governance (“ESG”) factors. Environmental Our asset base is environmentally friendly. We currently own a railroad ground lease which is an environmentally friendly form of transportation.
In addition, we do not have any other management protection structures such as “poison pills” or “golden parachutes.” ESG the “Triple Bottom Line” With a focus on the “Triple Bottom Line” and a commitment to Profit, Planet and People, Power REIT is committed to best-in-class focus on Environment, Social and Governance (“ESG”) factors. Environmental Our asset base is environmentally friendly.
In addition, we are exploring the potential to use our existing corporate structure for strategic transactions including potentially merging assets or companies with the Trust. 10 Financial Results for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 Revenue $ 3,049,875 $ 2,222,483 Net Loss Attributable to Common Shareholders (before impairment) $ (5,409,309 ) $ (6,783,206 ) Net Loss per Common Share (basic) (before impairment) (1.60 ) (2.00 ) Net Loss Attributable to Common Shareholders (after impairment) (25,363,569 ) (15,018,342 ) Net Loss per Common Share (basic) (after impairment) (7.48 ) (4.43 ) Core FFO Available to Common Shareholders $ (3,884,098 ) $ (4,173,118 ) Core FFO per Common Share (1.15 ) (1.23 ) Growth and Investment Strategies – Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) In 2019, we expanded the focus of our real estate acquisitions to include CEA properties in the United States.
The Trust is also exploring strategic alternatives that may or may not include real estate investments in an effort to increase shareholder value. 9 Overview of Financial Results for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Revenue $ 2,011,783 $ 3,049,875 Net Loss Attributable to Common Shareholders (before impairment/allowance for receivable) $ (1,688,706 ) $ (5,409,309 ) Net Loss per Common Share (basic) (before impairment/allowance for receivable) (0.49 ) (1.60 ) Net Loss Attributable to Common Shareholders (after impairment/allowance for receivable) (2,847,910 ) (25,363,569 ) Net Loss per Common Share (basic) (after impairment/allowance for receivable) (0.83 ) (7.48 ) Core FFO Available to Common Shareholders $ (1,024,487 ) $ (3,884,098 ) Core FFO per Common Share (0.30 ) (1.15 ) Growth and Investment Strategies – Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) In 2019, we expanded the focus of our real estate acquisitions to include CEA properties in the United States.
Competition The current market for properties that meet our investment objectives is limited. We are also in a capital constrained position with a high relative cost of capital. In particular, larger companies may enjoy significant competitive advantages that result from, among other things, a lower cost of capital and enhanced operating efficiencies.
In particular, larger companies may enjoy significant competitive advantages that result from, among other things, a lower cost of capital and enhanced operating efficiencies.
As of December 31, 2024, 47 states, the District of Columbia, and three of five U.S. territories have passed laws allowing their citizens to use medical cannabis. 11 Cannabis Industry Growth and Trends The cannabis industry over the past several years has experienced dramatic growth.
As of December 31, 2025, 40 states, the District of Columbia, and three of five U.S. territories have passed laws allowing their citizens to use medical cannabis. 10 Cannabis Industry Trends The cannabis industry continues to evolve and mature and over the past few years has experienced significant business challenges Shifting Public Attitudes and State Law The changing public attitudes surrounding cannabis has been a catalyst for the growth of the United State regulated cannabis industry.
As our ESG story and portfolio expand, our investor engagement efforts will continue to build alongside, driving our commitment to the planet, its people, and generating returns for our shareholders. 15 Revenue Concentration Historically, the Trust’s revenue has been derived from a relatively limited number of investments, industries and lessees.
We believe that our corporate governance is a strong component of our ESG profile. As our ESG story and portfolio expand, our investor engagement efforts will continue to build alongside, driving our commitment to the planet, its people, and generating returns for our shareholders.
We may continue to seek to acquire, in an opportunistic, selective and disciplined manner, properties and other real estate related interest and interests in real estate companies that are intended to create shareholder value. Taking advantage of any acquisition opportunities would likely involve some use of debt or equity capital.
We may seek to acquire, in an opportunistic, selective and disciplined manner, properties that have operating metrics that are better than or equal to our existing portfolio averages, and that we believe have strong potential for increased cash flows and appreciation in value. Taking advantage of any acquisition opportunities would likely involve some use of debt or equity capital.
We are focused on special opportunities in the form of investing in distressed situations including debt and other types of secured interests in real estate, distressed properties and real estate related companies. As part of moving Power REIT forward, we are looking to selectively raise capital.
We are focused on special opportunities in the form of investing in distressed situations including debt and other types of secured interests in real estate, distressed properties and real estate related companies. In addition, the Trust is exploring strategic alternatives that may not include real estate investments in an effort to increase shareholder value.
Disposing of these properties can enable us to repay debt and possibly, invest in other real estate assets and for other corporate purposes assuming the proceeds are in excess of liabilities.
Disposing of these properties can enable us to redeploy or recycle our capital to other uses, such as to repay debt, to reinvest in other real estate assets and development and redevelopment projects, and for other corporate purposes.
We will pursue transactions that we expect can meet the financial and strategic criteria we apply, given economic, market and other circumstances.
We will pursue transactions that we expect can meet the financial and strategic criteria we apply, given economic, market and other circumstances. In addition, we are exploring the potential to use our existing corporate structure for strategic transactions including potentially merging assets or companies with us.
Power REIT invested in greenhouses for state-licensed cannabis and food cultivation. Unfortunately, the market for both opportunities has been challenging and the greenhouse portfolio has performed poorly with significant vacancy. Currently the entire greenhouse portfolio is being marketed for sale but the market to sell these properties is weak. We continue to explore all options to monetize these assets.
Power REIT invested in greenhouses for state-licensed cannabis and food cultivation. Unfortunately, the market for both opportunities has been challenging and the Greenhouse Portfolio has performed poorly with significant vacancy. We are currently focused on monetizing the Greenhouse Portfolio, including focusing on selling and or re-leasing the vacant properties and increasing cash flow from the occupied properties.
Shifting Public Attitudes and State Law The changing public attitudes surrounding cannabis has been a catalyst for the growth of the United State regulated cannabis industry. According to a 2021 poll conducted by Pew Research Center, 91% of U.S. adults say that marijuana should be legal, while only 9% say that it should not.
According to a 2021 poll conducted by Pew Research Center, 91% of U.S. adults say that marijuana should be legal, while only 9% say that it should not. Additionally, regardless of political affiliation, the majority of participants indicate they are in favor of legalization.
On January 8, 2024, two wholly owned subsidiaries of Power REIT, PW CO CanRE Sherman 6 LLC and PW CO CanRE MF LLC, sold two cannabis related greenhouse cultivation properties located in Ordway, Colorado to an affiliate of a tenant of one of the properties.
On January 31, 2025, a wholly owned subsidiary of Power REIT, PW CO CanRE JAB LLC, sold one of its interests in a cannabis related greenhouse cultivation property located in Ordway, Colorado. The property was described in prior filings as Tam 18 and was vacant.
The significant price compression in the wholesale cannabis market led to significant tenant defaults and vacancies as all of our cannabis related tenants experienced significant financial challenges. Food Cultivation Market Opportunity There is a growing trend towards cultivation of certain crops in CEA greenhouse cultivation facilities.
The significant price compression in the wholesale cannabis market led to significant tenant defaults and vacancies as all of our cannabis related tenants experienced significant financial challenges. Competition The current market for properties that meet our investment objectives is limited. We are also in a capital constrained position with a high relative cost of capital.
To the extent we need to raise additional capital to meet our obligations, there can be no assurance that financing on favorable terms will be available when needed, if available at all. If we are unable to sell certain assets when anticipated at prices anticipated, we may not have sufficient cash to fund operations and commitments.
To the extent we need to raise additional capital to meet our obligations, there can be no assurance that financing on favorable terms will be available when needed. Although we entered into the Sales Agreement, the rules of the SEC and NYSE American place limits on the number and dollar amount of securities that may be sold.
The proceeds from the sale of the Salisbury, MA property was approximately $662,000 of unrestricted cash and the approximately $504,000 of debt was eliminated from liabilities.
The remaining seller financing agreements have a combined remaining balance of $981,035 as of December 31, 2025. In 2024, the Trust sold four properties in an effort to help with liquidity. The proceeds from the sale of the Salisbury, MA property was approximately $662,000 of unrestricted cash and the approximately $504,000 of debt was eliminated from liabilities.
These means might include leasing vacant properties, selling properties, raising capital or through other actions.
Improving Our Balance Sheet by Reducing Debt and Leverage; Improving Liquidity Leverage We continue to seek ways to reduce our debt and debt leverage by improving our operating performance and through a variety of other means available to us. These means might include leasing vacant properties, selling properties, raising capital or through other actions.
The note is secured by a second mortgage on the property and certain corporate and personal guarantees.Net proceeds from the sale were used to service the Greenhouse Loan.
The note is secured by a first mortgage on the properties and certain corporate and personal guarantees. The gain on sale recognized was approximately $213,000. The Trust has assessed that this is considered a loan modification.
The purchaser was an unaffiliated third party and the price was established based on an arm’s length negotiation. As part of the transaction, the existing municipal financing (“Municipal Debt”) and the regional bank loan (“PWSS Term Loan”) were paid off.
As part of the transaction, the existing municipal financing) and the regional bank loan were paid off. The gain on sale recognized was approximately $181,000 and the net book value of land upon sale was approximately $1,006,000.
On a consolidated basis, our current loan liabilities totaled approximately $17.4 million as of December 31, 2024. The current loan liabilities include approximately $16.7 million of a bank loan secured by the majority of the greenhouse portfolio (the “Greenhouse Loan”) and which is in default and is non-recourse to the Trust.
As previously disclosed, a subsidiary of the Trust had a loan secured by most of the Greenhouse Portfolio (the “Greenhouse Loan”). The Greenhouse Loan was non-recourse to the Trust and in default and the lender had initiated litigation including foreclosure actions.