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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C.  20549

FORM 10-Q

For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2018

OR

For the transition period from            to            

Commission File Number:  000-24843

AMERICA FIRST MULTIFAMILY INVESTORS, L.P.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.  YES ☒ NO ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).  YES ☒ NO ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company.  See the definitions of “large accelerated filer”, “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).  YES ☐ NO ☒

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PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Forward-Looking Statements

This report (including, but not limited to, the information contained in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations”) contains forward-looking statements.  All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this report, including statements regarding our future results of operations and financial position, business strategy and plans and objectives of management for future operations, are forward-looking statements.  When used, statements which are not historical in nature, including those containing words such as “anticipate,” “estimate,” “should,” “expect,” “believe,” “intend,” and similar expressions, are intended to identify forward-looking statements.  We have based forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.  This report also contains estimates and other statistical data made by independent parties and by us relating to market size and growth and other industry data.  This data involves several assumptions and limitations, and you are cautioned not to give undue weight to such estimates.  We have not independently verified the statistical and other industry data generated by independent parties which are contained in this report and, accordingly, we cannot guarantee their accuracy or completeness.

These forward-looking statements are subject, but not limited, to various risks and uncertainties, including those relating to:

Other risks, uncertainties and factors could cause our actual results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements we make. We are not obligated to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise. In addition, projections, assumptions and estimates of our future performance and the future performance of the industry in which we operate are necessarily subject to a high degree of uncertainty and risk due to a variety of factors, including those described under the heading “Risk Factors” in Item 1A of America First Multifamily Investors, L.P.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017.

All references to “we,” “us,” and the “Partnership” in this document mean America First Multifamily Investors, L.P. and its consolidated subsidiaries.

PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1. Financial Statements.

AMERICA FIRST MULTIFAMILY INVESTORS, L.P.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(UNAUDITED)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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AMERICA FIRST MULTIFAMILY INVESTORS, L.P.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(UNAUDITED)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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AMERICA FIRST MULTIFAMILY INVESTORS, L.P.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)  

(UNAUDITED)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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AMERICA FIRST MULTIFAMILY INVESTORS, L.P.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF PARTNERS’ CAPITAL

FOR THE NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 AND 2017

(UNAUDITED)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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AMERICA FIRST MULTIFAMILY INVESTORS, L.P.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(UNAUDITED)

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The following table provides a reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash reported within the condensed consolidated balance sheets that sum to the total of the same such amounts shown in the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows:

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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AMERICA FIRST MULTIFAMILY INVESTORS, L.P.

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

(UNAUDITED)

1. Basis of Presentation

General

America First Multifamily Investors, L.P. was formed on April 2, 1998, under the Delaware Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act for the purpose of acquiring, holding, selling and otherwise dealing with a portfolio of mortgage revenue bonds (“MRBs”) which have been issued to provide construction and/or permanent financing for affordable multifamily and student housing residential properties (collectively “Residential Properties”) and commercial properties. In addition, the Partnership may acquire interests in multifamily, student, and senior citizen residential properties (“MF Properties”) in order to position itself for future investments in MRBs issued to finance these properties or to operate the MF Properties until the “highest and best use” can be determined by management.

The general partner of the Partnership is America First Capital Associates Limited Partnership Two (“AFCA 2” or “General Partner”).  The general partner of AFCA 2 is Burlington Capital LLC (“Burlington”). The Partnership has issued Beneficial Unit Certificates (“BUCs”) representing assigned limited partner interests to investors (“Unitholders”). The Partnership has also issued non-cumulative, non-voting and non-convertible Redeemable Series A Preferred Units which represent limited partnership interests in the Partnership.      

2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Consolidation

The “Partnership,” as used herein, includes America First Multifamily Investors, L.P., its consolidated subsidiaries and consolidated variable interest entities (Note 5). All intercompany transactions are eliminated.  At September 30, 2018, the consolidated subsidiaries of the Partnership (the “Consolidated Subsidiaries”) consist of:

Restricted Cash

Restricted cash is legally restricted to use and is comprised of resident security deposits and escrowed funds.  In addition, the Partnership is required to maintain restricted cash balances related to the TEBS Financing facilities and the Partnership’s interest rate derivatives. Restricted cash is presented with cash and cash equivalents on the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows in accordance with the adoption of Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2016-18, effective for the Partnership as of January 1, 2018, with retrospective application required.

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Investments in Mortgage Revenue Bonds, Taxable Mortgage Revenue Bonds

The Partnership owns certain MRBs that were purchased at a discount or premium. The Partnership adopted the provisions of ASU 2017-08 relating to premiums on purchased callable debt securities effective January 1, 2018. Upon adoption of this ASU, premiums on callable MRB investments are amortized as a yield adjustment to the earliest call date. Prior to January 1, 2018, the Partnership amortized premiums on callable debt securities as a yield adjustment to the stated maturity date. On January 1, 2018, the Partnership recorded a cumulative adjustment to partners’ capital of approximately $217,000. Results for periods prior to January 1, 2018 were not adjusted. The impact of the adoption of the ASU to net income for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 was a decrease in investment income of approximately $17,000 and $51,000, respectively, as compared to the previous accounting policy. Discounts on MRB investments continue to be amortized as a yield adjustment to the stated maturity date. Amortization of premiums and discounts is recognized as investment income on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.

PHC Certificate Impairment

The Partnership periodically reviews the Public Housing Capital Fund Trust (“PHC”) Certificates for impairment. The Partnership evaluates whether a decline in the fair value of the investments that is below its amortized cost is other-than-temporary. Factors considered are:

Income Taxes

No provision has been made for income taxes of the Partnership because the Unitholders are required to report their share of the Partnership’s taxable income for federal and state income tax purposes, except for certain entities described below.  The Partnership recognizes franchise margin tax expense on revenues in certain jurisdictions relating to MF Properties and Investments in unconsolidated entities.

The Greens Hold Co, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Partnership, is a corporation subject to federal and state income taxes.  The Partnership recognizes income tax expense or benefit for the federal and state income taxes incurred by the Greens Hold Co on the Partnership’s condensed consolidated financial statements.  

The Partnership evaluates its tax positions taken in its condensed consolidated financial statements under the interpretation for accounting for uncertainty in income taxes. As such, the Partnership may recognize a tax benefit from an uncertain tax position only if the Partnership believes it is more likely than not that the tax position will be sustained on examination by taxing authorities. The Partnership accrues interest and penalties as incurred within income tax expense.

Deferred income tax expense, or benefit, is generally a function of the period’s temporary differences (items that are treated differently for tax purposes than for financial reporting purposes, such as depreciation, amortization of deferred financing costs, etc.) and the utilization of tax net operating losses (“NOLs”) generated in prior years that had been previously recognized as deferred income tax assets. The Partnership records a valuation allowance for deferred income tax assets if it believes all, or some portion, of the deferred income tax assets may not be realized. Any changes in the valuation allowance that result from a change in circumstances that causes a change in the estimated ability to realize the related deferred income tax assets are included in deferred income tax expense.

Revenue Recognition on Investments in Real Estate

The Partnership’s MF Properties are lessors of multifamily, student housing, and senior citizen rental units under leases with terms of one year or less. Rental revenue is recognized, net of rental concessions, on a straight-line method over the related lease term. The Partnership also recognizes other non-lease revenues related to other operations at the MF Properties such as parking and food service revenues at student housing properties. Such revenues are recognized over time as services are provided. Such non-lease revenue streams are within the scope of Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 606, which was effective for the Partnership as of January 1, 2018. The adoption of ASC 606 did not have a material impact on the Partnership’s condensed consolidated financial statements.

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Restricted Unit Awards (“RUAs”)

The Partnership’s 2015 Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) permits the grant of Restricted Units and other awards to the employees of Burlington, the Partnership, or any affiliate of either, and members of Burlington’s Board of Managers for up to 3.0 million BUCs.  RUAs are generally granted with vesting conditions ranging from three months to three years. The RUAs currently provide for the payment of quarterly distributions during the vesting period. The RUAs provide for accelerated vesting if there is a change in control or upon death or disability of the participant. The Partnership accounts for forfeitures as they occur.  

The fair value of each RUA is estimated on the grant date based on the Partnership’s exchange-listed closing price of the BUCs. The Partnership recognizes compensation expense for the RUAs on a straight-line basis over the requisite vesting period. The Partnership will account for modifications to RUAs as they occur if the fair value of the RUAs change, there are changes to vesting conditions or the awards no longer qualify for equity classification.

Estimates and assumptions

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.  The accompanying interim unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP have been condensed or omitted in accordance with such SEC rules and regulations, although management believes that the disclosures are adequate to make the information presented not misleading.

The condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in the Partnership’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017. These condensed consolidated financial statements and notes have been prepared consistently with the 2017 Form 10-K, with the exception of new accounting standards that were adopted and are discussed herein. In the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting of normal and recurring accruals) necessary to present fairly the financial position at September 30, 2018, and the results of operations for the interim periods presented have been made. The results of operations for the interim period are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year. The condensed consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2017, was derived from the audited annual consolidated financial statements, but does not contain all the footnote disclosures from the annual consolidated financial statements.

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements

In February 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU 2016-02, “Leases (Topic 842)” that requires lessees to recognize the right-to-use assets and related lease liabilities on the balance sheet and disclose key information about leasing arrangements.  Lessees will classify the leases as financing leases or operating leases, with the classification affecting the pattern and classification of expense recognition in the statement of operations.  The ASU requires lessors to classify leases as sales-type leases, direct financing leases, or operating leases.  In July 2018, the FASB issued ASUs 2018-10 and 2018-11 containing further implementation guidance. ASU 2018-11 allows the Partnership to apply the new lease requirements as of the effective date, January 1, 2019 and not apply the guidance retrospectively to comparative periods. The Partnership will adopt this adoption method and will continue to report comparative periods prior to adoption using the old lease accounting guidance. Furthermore, the Partnership anticipates adopting the “package” of practical expedients, electing to not apply new guidance to short-term leases, and electing to combine lease and non-lease components for lessor and lessee leases.

The Partnership has performed a preliminary assessment of its lessor and lessee leasing arrangements. The accounting for lessor arrangements with tenants at the MF Properties, which have been determined to be operating leases, is not expected to be materially impacted by the new guidance. For the Partnership’s lessee leases, the Partnership has identified only operating leases for office equipment and the ground lease at The 50/50 MF Property. The Partnership estimates the right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for current leases will range between approximately $1.1 million and $2.6 million and expects the cumulative adjustment to partners’ capital on January 1, 2019 to be immaterial. The amounts and elections above are subject to change as the Partnership finalizes its assessment during the fourth quarter of 2018.

In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-13, “Financial Instruments – Credit Losses (Topic 326).” The ASU enhances the methodology of measuring expected credit losses to include the use of forward-looking information to better inform credit loss estimates. The ASU is effective for the Partnership’s annual and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2019 and is to be applied using a modified retrospective approach. The Partnership is currently assessing the impact of the adoption of this pronouncement on its condensed consolidated financial statements.    

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3. Partnership Income, Expenses and Cash Distributions

The Partnership’s Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership (the “Amended and Restated LP Agreement”) contains provisions for the distribution of Net Interest Income, Net Residual Proceeds and Liquidation Proceeds; for the allocation of income or loss from operations; and for the allocation of income and loss arising from a repayment, sale, or liquidation of investments.  Income and losses will be allocated to each Unitholder on a periodic basis, as determined by the General Partner, based on the number of BUCs held by each Unitholder as of the last day of the period for which such allocation is to be made. Distributions of Net Interest Income and Net Residual Proceeds will be made to each Unitholder of record on the last day of each distribution period based on the number of BUCs held by each Unitholder on that date. For purposes of the Amended and Restated LP Agreement, cash distributions, if any, received by the Partnership from its investment in MF Properties will be included in the Partnership’s Net Interest Income and cash distributions received by the Partnership from the sale of such properties will be included in the Partnership’s Net Residual Proceeds. The holders of the Partnership’s Series A Preferred Units are entitled to distributions at a fixed rate prior to payment of distributions to other Unitholders.

Cash distributions are currently made on a quarterly basis. AFCA 2 can elect to make distributions on a monthly or semi-annual basis. On each distribution date, Net Interest Income (Tier 1) is distributed 99% to the limited partners and Unitholders as a class and 1% to AFCA 2. Net Interest Income (Tier 2) and Net Residual Proceeds (Tier 2) representing contingent interest up to 0.9% per annum of the principal amount of the MRBs on a cumulative basis are distributed 75% to the limited partners and Unitholders as a class and 25% to AFCA 2. Net Interest Income (Tier 3) and Net Residual Proceeds (Tier 3) received by the Partnership in excess of any contingent interest included in Net Interest Income (Tier 2) and Net Residual Proceeds (Tier 2) are distributed 100% to the limited partners and Unitholders as a class.

4. Net income per BUC

The Partnership has disclosed basic and diluted net income per BUC on the condensed consolidated statements of operations. The unvested RUAs issued under the Plan are considered participating securities. There were no dilutive Units for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 and 2017.

5. Variable Interest Entities

Consolidated Variable Interest Entities (“VIEs”)

The Partnership has determined the TOB Trusts, Term A/B Trusts and TEBS Financings are VIEs and the Partnership is the primary beneficiary.  As such, the Partnership reports the TOB Trusts, Term A/B Trusts and TEBS Financings on a consolidated basis. The Partnership reports the senior floating-rate participation interests (“SPEARS”) related to the TOB Trusts and the Class A Certificates for both the Term A/B Trusts and TEBS Financings as secured debt financings on the condensed consolidated balance sheets. The MRBs and PHCs secured by the TOB Trusts, Term A/B Trusts and TEBS Financings are reported as assets on the condensed consolidated balance sheets. In determining the primary beneficiary of these specific VIEs, the Partnership considered: (i) which party has the power to control the activities of the VIEs which most significantly impact their financial performance, (ii) the risks that the entity was designed to create, and (iii) how each risk affects the VIE.  The executed agreements related to the TOB Trusts, Term A/B Trusts and TEBS Financings stipulate the Partnership has the sole right to cause the sale of the securitized assets. If they were sold, the extent to which the VIEs will be exposed to gains or losses would result from decisions made by the Partnership.

Non-Consolidated VIEs

The Partnership has variable interests in various entities in the form of MRBs, property loans and investments in unconsolidated entities. These variable interests do not allow the Partnership to direct the activities that most significantly impact the economic performance of such VIEs. As a result, the Partnership is not considered the primary beneficiary and does not consolidate the assets, liabilities or results of operations of these VIEs in the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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The Partnership held variable interests in 19 and 23 non-consolidated VIEs at September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017, respectively. The following table summarizes the Partnerships variable interests in these entities at September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017:

The maximum exposure to loss for the MRBs is equal to the cost adjusted for paydowns at September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017. The difference between an MRB’s carrying value on the condensed consolidated balance sheets and the maximum exposure to loss is a function of the unrealized gains or losses on the MRB. 

The maximum exposure to loss on the property loans at September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017 is equal to the unpaid principal balance and accrued interest. The difference between a property loan’s carrying value and the maximum exposure is the value of loan loss allowance, if any, that has been previously recorded against the property loan.

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6. Investments in Mortgage Revenue Bonds (“MRBs”)

MRBs owned by the Partnership have been issued to provide construction and/or permanent financing for Residential Properties and commercial properties.  MRBs are either held directly by the Partnership or are held in trusts created in connection with debt financing transactions (Note 14). The Partnership had the following investments in MRBs at September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017: