10-K/A: Awaysis Capital Files Amendment to 10-K, Updates Business and Risk Factors

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Annual Report Amendment


Awaysis Capital, Inc. files an amendment to its annual report on Form 10-K to revise business operations, risk factors, executive compensation, and exhibits following SEC comments.

Capital raiseThe company is seeking to raise up to $10 million through the sale of its common stock or through other offerings of securities.The company has raised an aggregate of $1,918,000 in its recent private placement through June 30, 2024.
Worse than expectedThe company's net loss increased from $4,295,446 in 2023 to $7,093,476 in 2024.Revenue decreased from $107,760 in 2023 to $50,674 in 2024.

Summary

  • Awaysis Capital, Inc. has filed Amendment No. 1 to its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, in response to comments from the SEC.
  • The amendment includes revisions to Item 1 (Business), Item 1A (Risk Factors), Item 7 (Management's Discussion and Analysis), Item 11 (Executive Compensation), and Item 15 (Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules).
  • The company is a real estate management and hospitality company focused on acquiring, developing, and managing residential vacation home communities.
  • Awaysis aims to create a network of residential and resort enclaves to optimize sales, management, and rental revenues.
  • The company's strategy involves targeting undervalued assets in emerging markets near high-demand travel destinations.
  • Recent developments include a line of credit with BOS Investment Inc., an affiliate of Michael Singh, and the acquisition of Chial Mountain Ltd.
  • The acquisition of Chial Mountain includes approximately 35 villas on 63 acres in Belize, which will be further developed as an Awaysis branded community.
  • The purchase price for Chial Mountain is $5.5 million, including cash, a secured promissory note, and a senior convertible promissory note.
  • Awaysis is also developing the Awaysis Casamora Assets in San Pedro, Belize, which includes renovated suites, amenities, and waterfront villas.
  • The company expects to complete the development of the Awaysis Casamora Assets in the second half of 2025, with total remaining construction costs estimated at $3.0 million.
  • As of September 30, 2024, Awaysis has six units available for rent and has entered into leases for commercial space, increasing rental income by $16,000 per month.
  • The company is also exploring potential acquisitions in the Dominican Republic and Belize, although some deals have been terminated due to identified risks.
  • Awaysis plans to market and sell units globally, offering owner financing up to 50% of the price.
  • The company's resort management activities include day-to-day operations, maintenance, and rental of available inventory.
  • Awaysis faces competition from other resort and hotel operators, as well as home-sharing services.
  • The company expects to experience seasonality in the rental segment of its business.
  • Awaysis is subject to various international, national, federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
  • The company has four full-time employees and engages consultants for various services.
  • The company incurred net losses of $7,093,476 and $4,295,446 for the fiscal years ended June 30, 2024, and 2023, respectively.
  • As of June 30, 2024, the company had cash of $745,991 and a positive working capital of $7,795,602.
  • The company is dependent on management and faces risks related to economic conditions, competition, and potential conflicts of interest.
  • The company's common stock is subject to the penny stock rules of the SEC, which may reduce the value of an investment in the stock.
  • The company intends to apply for its Common Stock to be listed on the NYSE American.
  • The company has identified material weaknesses in its disclosure controls and procedures.
  • The company has adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
  • The company has entered into employment agreements with its executive officers, providing for base salaries, bonuses, and stock awards.

Sentiment

Score: 4

Explanation: The document presents a mixed picture. While there are positive developments like acquisitions and increased rental income, the significant net losses, reliance on related party transactions, and identified weaknesses in internal controls raise concerns.

Positives

  • Acquisition of Chial Mountain Ltd. expands the company's portfolio with 35 villas on 63 acres in Belize.
  • Development of Awaysis Casamora Assets is progressing, with completion expected in the second half of 2025.
  • Increase in rental income by $16,000 per month through leases for commercial space.
  • Positive working capital of $7,795,602 as of June 30, 2024.
  • Intention to apply for listing on the NYSE American could increase visibility and liquidity.

Negatives

  • Net losses of $7,093,476 and $4,295,446 for the fiscal years ended June 30, 2024, and 2023, respectively.
  • Reliance on related party transactions, including a line of credit and the acquisition of Chial Mountain from affiliates of Michael Singh.
  • Identification of material weaknesses in disclosure controls and procedures.
  • Common stock is subject to the penny stock rules of the SEC, which may reduce the value of an investment in the stock.

Risks

  • Dependence on management and potential loss of key personnel.
  • Failure to properly estimate risks, time, and costs involved in projects may lead to cost overruns.
  • Sensitivity to adverse changes in general economic conditions.
  • Limited trading market for the company's common stock.
  • Competition from other buyers and sellers of real estate and other real estate hospitality projects.
  • Potential delays in the selection, acquisition, and development of properties.
  • Supply chain disruptions could create unexpected renovation or maintenance costs or delays.
  • Properties may be subject to environmental laws and regulations that have the potential to impose liability.
  • Potential conflicts of interest due to certain officers and/or directors acting in dual roles.
  • Volatility in the market price and trading volume of the company's common stock.
  • Dilution of shareholder interest if the company issues additional shares of common stock.
  • Inability to uplist common stock to a national securities exchange.

Future Outlook

The company expects to complete the development of the Awaysis Casamora Assets in the second half of 2025 and intends to expand into other emerging resort markets as funds allow.

Industry Context

The resort and hotel industry is highly competitive and comprised of several national and regional companies that develop, finance and operate resorts and hotels. Our business will compete with other entities engaged in the leisure and vacation industry, including resorts, hotels, cruises, and other accommodation alternatives, such as condominium and single-family home rentals.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • The document does not provide enough information to make a detailed comparison to industry standards.
  • Without specific data on occupancy rates, average daily rates (ADR), and revenue per available room (RevPAR), it's difficult to benchmark Awaysis Capital against competitors like Marriott, Hilton, or Hyatt.
  • Similarly, the document lacks details on development costs per unit, making it challenging to compare Awaysis's efficiency to other real estate developers.
  • To assess Awaysis's performance, one would need to compare its key metrics to those of comparable companies operating in similar markets and with similar business models.

Related Party Transactions

  • Line of credit with BOS Investment Inc., an affiliate of Michael Singh.
  • Acquisition of Chial Mountain Ltd. from an affiliate of Michael Singh.
  • Advances from Harthorne Capital, Inc., an affiliate of the company.
  • Convertible bridge loan from Harthorne Capital, Inc.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders may experience dilution if the company issues additional shares of common stock.
  • The company's performance will impact employees and consultants.
  • Customers will be affected by the development and management of resort properties.
  • Suppliers and creditors will be impacted by the company's financial stability and ability to pay its obligations.

Next Steps

  • Complete the development of the Awaysis Casamora Assets.
  • Explore potential acquisitions in the Dominican Republic and Belize.
  • Apply for listing on the NYSE American.
  • Implement a reverse stock split.
  • Remedy the identified material weaknesses in disclosure controls and procedures.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2008-09-29Company formed in Delaware as ASPI, Inc.
2012-04-25ASPI, Inc. changed its name to JV Group, Inc.
2021-11-23Change of control; Michael Singh appointed CEO, Andrew Trumbach appointed President and CFO.
2022-02Board of Directors decided to pursue a business strategy of acquiring, developing, and managing residential vacation home communities.
2022-05-18JV Group, Inc. changed its name to Awaysis Capital, Inc.
2022-05-25Awaysis Capital, Inc. quoted on the OTC Pink under the symbol AWCA.
2022-06-30Closed on the acquisition of certain real estate assets in San Pedro, Belize (the Awaysis Casamora Assets).
2024-06-26Michael Singh and Andrew Trumbach appointed Co-Chief Executive Officers.
2024-09Board of Directors and holders of a majority of outstanding voting securities approved a reverse split of up to 1-for-20.
2024-11-15Company borrowed an aggregate of $3,000,000 under a Secured Promissory Note with BOS Investment Inc.
2024-12-31Awaysis Belize Ltd. acquired all of the stock and substantially all of the assets of Chial Mountain Ltd.
2025-04-22Parties entered into an amendment to the secured promissory note, to provide that principal and interest shall be due on June 1, 2025.

Keywords

Awaysis Capital, real estate, hospitality, acquisition, development, rental, resort, Belize, Chial Mountain, Casamora, SEC, 10-K, amendment, risk factors, executive compensation

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