Jordan Saddler's questions to Marti Technologies (MRT) leadership • Q3 2018
Question
Jordan Saddler inquired about the new tenant, Creative Solutions, asking for details on their financial standing, real estate ownership, and the underwriting process that provided comfort in the transition. He also sought clarity on the status of the company's dividend.
Answer
Chairman and CEO John McRoberts and Executive VP and CFO Jeff Walraven explained that Creative Solutions has a long, successful history in Texas, primarily leasing its skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and owning some assisted living facilities. They highlighted the new tenant's scale, experience, and perfect rent payment history as key differentiators from OnPointe. Regarding the dividend, they clarified that the board has delayed a decision on the Q3 dividend until the Texas Ten transition is complete and rent payments commence in early 2019, emphasizing it is a delay, not a formal suspension.