Core FFO per Share: Increased to $0.65 from $0.64. Core FAD per Share: Increased to $0.70 from $0.67. Total Liquidity: Approximately $681 million. Debt to Annualized Adjusted EBITDA: 4.3 times. Annualized Adjusted Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio: Improved to 5.0 times from 4.7 times. Full-Year 2025 Guidance for Core FFO per Share: Between $2.65 and $2.69. Full-Year 2025 Guidance for Core FAD per Share: Between $2.78 and $2.82. SHOP NOI Projection for 2025: Range of $9.4 million to $10.3 million. Revenue from Market-Based Rent Resets: Expected $5.1 million, up from $4.4 million guidance last quarter. Contractual Cash Interest from Prestige: $5 million through $3.8 million cash interest paid and $1.2 million from security.

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Release Date: May 06, 2025

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

LTC Properties Inc (NYSE:LTC) successfully implemented its RIDEA strategy, increasing its investment pipeline to $300 million, with approximately 50% representing RIDEA opportunities. The company appointed a new Chief Investment Officer, Dave Boitano, who brings extensive experience in seniors housing, enhancing LTC's growth potential. LTC Properties Inc (NYSE:LTC) reported an increase in core FFO per share to $0.65 from $0.64 and core FAD per share to $0.70 from $0.67, driven by decreased interest expenses and increased income from joint ventures. The company has a strong liquidity position with approximately $681 million available, supporting its growth initiatives. LTC Properties Inc (NYSE:LTC) is actively pursuing opportunities to add newer, stabilized assets to its portfolio, enhancing its quality and growth potential.

Negative Points

LTC Properties Inc (NYSE:LTC) experienced lower interest income due to mortgage loan payoffs and principal paydowns, impacting overall income. The company faced increased general and administrative expenses, which partially offset the gains in core FFO and FAD. LTC Properties Inc (NYSE:LTC) reported lower rental income from properties sold, affecting its revenue stream. The company incurred one-time RIDEA platform transaction costs ranging from $1.1 million to $1.5 million, impacting short-term financials. LTC Properties Inc (NYSE:LTC) is navigating an uncertain rate environment, which poses challenges for securing financing for certain transactions.

Q & A Highlights

Q: What's assumed in guidance regarding ALG's option to buy assets and their financing process? A: Pamela Shelley-Kessler, Co-CEO, explained that ALG is still working on their financing amidst uncertain rate environments. The guidance assumes they don't refinance this year and continue to pay full rent.

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Q: Can you provide more details on the $6.5 million lease termination payment to New Perspective? A: Clint Malin, Co-CEO, stated that the payment rewards New Perspective for value creation and provides a runway for future growth opportunities with them, as they have been successful with the asset.

Q: Should we expect more triple-net-to-SHOP conversions, and what percentage of the $300 million pipeline is SHOP? A: Clint Malin noted that 50% of the pipeline represents RIDEA opportunities, with potential for other triple-net conversions, but the focus is on external growth for SHOP.

Q: How was the NOI range for SHOP assets determined, and what does it imply for growth? A: Gibson Satterwhite, EVP of Asset Management, explained that the range was based on pro forma 2024 data, assuming 85% occupancy for 2025, with growth driven by lease-up in the Anthem portfolio.

Q: What are the going-in cap rates for SHOP assets, and how do you balance operator and geographic diversification? A: Clint Malin mentioned that SHOP assets have going-in yields around 7%, with forward-looking yields up to 7.5%-8%. The focus is on operator concentration and diversification, with most deals being one or two assets.

Q: Are there any issues with Genesis, given their presence in your top 10 operators? A: Clint Malin confirmed that LTC received May rent from Genesis and has no requests for assistance, with strong coverage in core markets.

Q: How have Anthem assets performed over the past few years, and what's the outlook? A: Clint Malin noted that while there have been dips in occupancy, they have recovered previously, and the key selling season presents an opportunity for improvement.

Q: Is New Perspective expected to be a core operator for future SHOP growth? A: Clint Malin affirmed that New Perspective is seen as an excellent partner for growth, given their development ability and familiarity with RIDEA.

Q: What additional steps are needed to institutionalize the SHOP platform? A: Pamela Shelley-Kessler stated that while the current setup supports the conversion platform, additional hires like analysts and FP&A will be needed as the platform grows.

Q: Are there any other leases with market-based resets to be aware of? A: Pamela Shelley-Kessler mentioned 14 properties with market-based resets, with expectations for continued performance improvements and income increases.

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

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