Vivmark Residential (VMRK) risk factors, 2025 10-K

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1. 01This Item 1A includes forward-looking statements. You should refer to our discussion of the qualifications and limitations on forward-looking statements included in Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Risks Related to our Business Strategy

1. 02Investing in real estate is inherently subject to risks that could negatively impact our business
2. 03The geographic concentration of our properties could have an adverse effect on our operations
3. 04Competition for housing may negatively affect operations and demand for the Company’s properties or residents
4. 05The short-term nature of apartment leases exposes us more quickly to the effects of declining market rents, potentially making our results of operations and cash flows more volatile
5. 06Because real estate investments are illiquid, we may not be able to sell properties when appropriate
6. 07Competition may prevent us from acquiring properties on favorable terms
7. 08Operations from new acquisitions, development projects and renovations may fail to perform as expected
8. 09Construction risks on our development projects could affect our profitability
9. 10We are subject to risks involved in real estate activity through joint ventures
10. 11The possibility that our partner is either unable to or unwilling to complete their contractual development activities
11. 12We are subject to risks involved in activity through real estate technology and other real estate fund investments
12. 13We are subject to risks related to our properties that are subject to ground leases
13. 14We face certain risks related to our Non-Residential operating activities
14. 15The Company’s real estate assets may be subject to impairment charges
15. 16Corporate responsibility, specifically related to sustainability efforts, may impose additional costs and expose us to new risks
16. 17Our various technology-related initiatives to improve our operating margins and customer experience may fail to perform as expected

Risks Related to our Financing Strategy and Capital Structure

1. 18Disruptions in the financial markets could hinder our ability to obtain debt and equity financing and impact our acquisitions and dispositions
2. 19Changes in market conditions and volatility of share prices could decrease the market price of our Common Shares
3. 20Our financial counterparties may not perform their obligations
4. 21Rising interest rates can increase costs and impact the value of the Company’s assets
5. 22Failure to hedge effectively against interest rate changes may adversely affect our results of operations
6. 23Insufficient cash flow could affect our ability to service existing debt and create refinancing risk
7. 24A significant downgrade in our credit ratings could adversely affect our performance
8. 25Financial covenants could limit operational flexibility and affect our overall financial position
9. 26We may change the dividend policy for our securities in the future
10. 27Issuances or sales of our Common Shares or Units may be dilutive

Regulatory and Tax Risks

1. 28The adoption of, or changes in, rent control or rent stabilization regulations and eviction restrictions could have an adverse effect on our operations and property values
2. 29Compliance or failure to comply with regulatory requirements could result in substantial costs
3. 30Environmental problems are possible and can be costly
4. 31Changes in U.S. accounting standards may materially and adversely affect the reporting of our operations
5. 32Any weaknesses identified in our internal control over financial reporting could result in a decrease of our share price
6. 33Our failure to qualify as a REIT would have serious adverse consequences to our security holders
7. 34Gain on disposition of assets held for sale in the ordinary course of business is subject to 100% tax
8. 35We may be subject to legislative or regulatory tax changes that could negatively impact our financial condition
9. 36Distribution requirements may limit our flexibility to manage our portfolio
10. 37We have a share ownership limit for REIT tax purposes
11. 38Tax elections regarding distributions may impact future liquidity of the Company or our shareholders
12. 39Certain provisions of Maryland law could inhibit changes in control
13. 40Risk of Pandemics or Other Health Crises
14. 41Significant inflation could negatively impact our business
15. 42Our business and operations rely on specialized information technology systems, the failure of or inadequacy of which could impact our business
16. 43Our approach to artificial intelligence may not be successful and could adversely affect our business
17. 44We depend on our key personnel
18. 45Litigation risk could affect our business
19. 46Insurance policies can be costly and may not cover all losses, which may adversely affect our financial condition or results of operations
20. 47The Company relies on third-party insurance providers for its property, general liability, workers compensation and other insurance, and should any of them experience liquidity issues or other financial distress, it could negatively impact their ability to pay claims under the Company’s policies
21. 48Provisions of our Declaration of Trust and Bylaws could inhibit changes in control