HOFV
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment CO
NASDAQ
8-K: Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company Extends Debt Maturity Dates
Sentiment:
Current Report (8-K)
4 April 2025 8:05 PM
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company announces extensions to debt instruments and convertible notes, providing additional financial flexibility.
Delay expected
The maturity dates of debt instruments and convertible notes have been delayed.
Summary
- Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (HOFV) has entered into an omnibus extension of debt instruments with CH Capital Lending, LLC (CHCL), IRG, LLC (IRG), and Midwest Lender Fund, LLC (MLF).
- The extension pushes the maturity date of the Subject IRG Debt Instruments to September 30, 2025.
- HOFV also amended its Note Purchase Agreement with holders of approximately 79% of the outstanding 8.00% Convertible Notes due 2025.
- This amendment extends the maturity date of the 8.00% Convertible Notes to December 31, 2025.
- CHCL, an affiliate of HOFV director Stuart Lichter, owns approximately 43% of the outstanding 8.00% Convertible Notes and signed the Amendment.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: The news is neutral. While extending debt maturities provides short-term relief, it also highlights ongoing financial challenges. The related party transactions introduce a potential governance risk.
Positives
- The extension of debt maturities provides HOFV with increased financial flexibility and runway.
- Extending the convertible notes maturity reduces near-term repayment pressure.
Risks
- The company remains reliant on debt financing, indicating potential financial strain.
- Related party transactions, such as those involving CHCL and Stuart Lichter, could raise concerns about conflicts of interest.
Future Outlook
The extensions provide HOFV with additional time to execute its business plan and improve its financial position.
Industry Context
In the entertainment and resort industry, managing debt and extending maturity dates are common strategies to navigate financial challenges and support long-term growth initiatives.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- Comparable companies in the entertainment and resort sector, such as Cedar Fair and Six Flags, often utilize debt financing to fund expansions and acquisitions.
- Debt restructuring and maturity extensions are common practices in the industry to manage cash flow and capital expenditures.
- The specific terms and interest rates of HOFV's debt instruments should be compared to industry benchmarks to assess their competitiveness.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders may view the debt extension as a temporary solution to underlying financial issues.
- Creditors are impacted by the extended maturity dates of the debt instruments.
- Employees may experience uncertainty due to the company's financial situation.
Related Party Transactions
- CHCL, an affiliate of HOFV director Stuart Lichter, is a party to the debt extension and holds a significant portion (approximately 43%) of the convertible notes.
Key Dates
- December 1, 2020: Date of the Term Loan Agreement, as assigned to CHCL.
- June 19, 2020: Date of the Secured Cognovit Promissory Note made by certain Borrowers.
- June 30, 2020: Date of the Contribution Agreement between HOF Village, LLC and Newco.
- July 1, 2020: Date of the Note Purchase Agreement.
- April 27, 2022: Date of the Cognovit Promissory Note from certain Borrowers to MLF.
- March 1, 2022: Date the Term Loan Agreement was assigned to CHCL.
- November 7, 2022: Effective date of multiple Secured Cognovit Promissory Notes.
- January 11, 2024: Date of the Omnibus Release of Youth Fields Borrower from Certain Debt Instruments.
- April 7, 2024: Date of the Omnibus Extension of Debt Instruments.
- January 15, 2025: Effective date of assignment of notes by JKP to IRG Master Holdings, LLC and subsequently to CHCL.
- March 31, 2025: Date of the Omnibus Extension of Debt Instruments and Amendment to Note Purchase Agreement.
- September 30, 2025: New maturity date for the Subject IRG Debt Instruments.
- December 31, 2025: New maturity date for the 8.00% Convertible Notes.
Keywords
debt extension, convertible notes, maturity date, Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment, HOFV, CH Capital Lending, IRG, Midwest Lender Fund
HOFV
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment CO
NASDAQ
Sector: Communication Services
Filings with Classifications
Delay expected
25 June 2025 4:05 PM
Delisting Notice and Debt Amendment
- The company failed to hold its annual meeting of shareholders on or prior to June 30, 2025, which is a requirement by Nasdaq Listing Rule 5620(a).
Worse than expected
25 June 2025 4:05 PM
Delisting Notice and Debt Amendment
- The company is facing imminent delisting from Nasdaq, a significant negative event for a publicly traded company.
- The delisting is due to a failure to meet a fundamental corporate governance requirement (holding an annual shareholder meeting).
- While new funding was secured, it is from a related party, which can be viewed less favorably than arms-length financing, especially in the context of delisting.
Capital raise
25 June 2025 4:05 PM
Delisting Notice and Debt Amendment
- The company increased its 'Facility Amount' under the Note and Security Agreement by $2,000,000, from $12,000,000 to $14,000,000.
- This additional funding is provided by CH Capital Lending, LLC, an affiliate of a company director, Stuart Lichter.
Capital raise
29 May 2025 8:05 PM
Current Report
- The company increased its existing credit facility by $2,000,000, raising the total available amount to $12,000,000.
- This capital is provided by CH Capital Lending, LLC, an affiliate of a company director, Stuart Lichter.
- The funds are designated for general corporate purposes.
Delay expected
19 May 2025 4:05 PM
8-K Filing
- The maturity date was extended from March 31, 2025, to September 30, 2025, indicating a delay in the company's ability to meet its original repayment schedule.
Worse than expected
13 May 2025 4:06 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net loss increased slightly compared to the same period last year.
- Total revenue decreased significantly due to lower sponsorship and event revenues.
- Management expresses substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.
Capital raise
13 May 2025 4:06 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company states that it will need to raise additional financing to accomplish its development plan and fund its working capital.
- The company is seeking to obtain additional funding through debt, construction lending, and equity financing.
- There are no assurances that the company will be able to raise capital on terms acceptable to the company or at all.
Capital raise
12 May 2025 11:32 PM
Merger Announcement
- The Buyer Parties' obligation to consummate the Merger is conditioned on receiving 'Parent Acquisition Financing' in an aggregate amount of not less than $20 million.
- The Buyer Parties' obligation to consummate the Merger is additionally conditioned on receiving 'additional project level financing' in an aggregate amount not less than $125 million.
Capital raise
8 May 2025 9:23 PM
Merger Announcement
- The merger is contingent on the Investor obtaining $20 million in financing.
- The merger is also conditioned on securing $125 million in additional project-level financing.
Worse than expected
8 May 2025 9:23 PM
Merger Announcement
- The acquisition price of $0.90 per share is significantly lower than the company's previous trading price, indicating a less favorable outcome for shareholders compared to previous expectations.
Capital raise
8 May 2025 5:21 PM
Merger Announcement
- The transaction is contingent on the Investor obtaining $20 million in financing.
- The transaction is also conditioned on prior or concurrent consummation of additional project level financing in an aggregate amount not less than $125 million.
Worse than expected
8 May 2025 5:21 PM
Merger Announcement
- The company is being acquired for $0.90 per share, which may be considered worse than expected for investors who anticipated higher returns or continued growth as a public entity.
Worse than expected
16 April 2025 4:05 PM
8-K Filing
- The company received a deficiency letter from Nasdaq due to its stock price falling below the minimum bid price requirement, indicating a negative development.
Delay expected
4 April 2025 8:05 PM
Current Report (8-K)
- The maturity dates of debt instruments and convertible notes have been delayed.
Delay expected
3 April 2025 11:43 AM
SEC Form 4
- The maturity dates of several convertible debt instruments were extended from March 31, 2025, to either September 30, 2025, or December 31, 2025.
Capital raise
26 March 2025 5:00 PM
Annual Report
- The company's cash position is deficient, and it requires additional capital to fund operations and debt service.
- The company is seeking to obtain additional funding through debt, construction lending, and equity financing.
Delay expected
26 March 2025 5:00 PM
Annual Report
- The Company postponed its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
Worse than expected
26 March 2025 5:00 PM
Annual Report
- The company's revenue decreased from 2023 to 2024.
- The company's net loss decreased from 2023 to 2024.
- The company's cash position is deficient and it requires additional capital to fund operations and debt service.
Delay expected
16 January 2025 5:13 PM
8-K Filing
- The company failed to hold its annual meeting within 12 months of its fiscal year end, resulting in a delay and a delisting notice from Nasdaq.
Worse than expected
16 January 2025 5:13 PM
8-K Filing
- The company received a delisting notice from Nasdaq for failing to hold its annual meeting within the required timeframe, which is a negative development.
Worse than expected
20 November 2024 4:05 PM
Current Report
- The high interest rate of 12%, potentially rising to 17%, suggests the company is in a weaker financial position and had to accept unfavorable terms.
- The extensive security interest granted to the lender indicates a lack of financial flexibility and a higher risk profile.
Delay expected
13 November 2024 5:18 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's waterpark project has been delayed due to the termination of the ground lease.
Capital raise
13 November 2024 5:18 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company is seeking additional funding through debt, construction lending, and equity financing.
- The company's ability to raise capital on acceptable terms or at all is uncertain.
Worse than expected
13 November 2024 5:18 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net loss of $34.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, is worse than expected.
- The company's default on the waterpark ground lease and the risk of default on other loan agreements are worse than expected.
- The company's precarious cash position and the substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern are worse than expected.
Worse than expected
31 October 2024 4:05 PM
Current Report
- The termination of the waterpark ground lease due to a payment default is a significantly worse outcome than expected.
- The company's inability to meet its financial obligations and the potential loss of key assets are also worse than expected.
Capital raise
31 October 2024 4:05 PM
Current Report
- The company is in discussions with IRG Canton Village Member, LLC regarding a non-binding proposal to take the company private, which could involve a capital raise or restructuring.
- The company's current financial situation suggests that a capital raise or restructuring is likely necessary to address its liquidity issues.
Delay expected
23 October 2024 4:05 PM
Current Report
- The 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders has been postponed from its original date of November 21, 2024.
Better than expected
17 September 2024 4:05 PM
Material Definitive Agreement
- The removal of the annual license fee and the waiver of the $600,000 payment for 2024 are better than the previous agreement.
Worse than expected
19 August 2024 5:04 PM
Shareholder Letter
- Second quarter revenue was below the prior year, indicating worse than expected performance.
Delay expected
19 August 2024 5:04 PM
Shareholder Letter
- The funding process for the Gameday Bay Waterpark and Hilton Tapestry Hotel has taken longer than originally anticipated due to a restrictive lending environment and multiple stakeholders.
Worse than expected
15 August 2024 4:05 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue decreased by 23% year-over-year, indicating worse than expected performance.
- The net loss attributable to shareholders increased to $15.8 million from $13.6 million in the prior year, indicating worse than expected performance.
Capital raise
13 August 2024 4:05 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company expects that it will need to raise additional financing to accomplish its development plan and fund its working capital.
- The company is seeking to obtain additional funding through debt, construction lending, and equity financing.
- The company may have to raise additional capital through the equity market, which could result in substantial dilution to existing stockholders.
Worse than expected
13 August 2024 4:05 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue decreased compared to the same period last year.
- The company's net loss increased compared to the same period last year.
- The company's hotel revenues decreased compared to the same period last year.
Worse than expected
14 May 2024 4:06 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net loss of $14.6 million and the substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern indicate worse than expected results.
Delay expected
14 May 2024 4:06 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company has delayed payment of base rent for the waterpark ground lease, which could lead to a default.
Capital raise
14 May 2024 4:06 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company expects that it will need to raise additional financing to accomplish its development plan and fund its working capital.
- The company is seeking to obtain additional funding through debt, construction lending, and equity financing.
- There are no assurances that the company will be able to raise capital on terms acceptable to the Company or at all.
Better than expected
14 May 2024 8:39 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue increased by 34% year-over-year.
- The net loss attributable to shareholders decreased from $19.6 million to $14.9 million.
- The adjusted EBITDA loss improved from $10.9 million to $2.9 million.
Capital raise
29 April 2024 5:11 PM
Annual Report Amendment
- The company has multiple loan agreements with CH Capital Lending, LLC, and other related parties, some of which have been amended and restated.
- The company has issued Series A, B, and C Preferred Stock to related parties.
- The company has a history of using convertible notes and warrants to raise capital.
Worse than expected
29 April 2024 5:11 PM
Annual Report Amendment
- The company had to amend its annual report due to omitting required information, indicating a deficiency in internal controls or reporting processes.
Capital raise
29 April 2024 4:57 PM
SEC Form 4 Filing
- The document details multiple transactions involving convertible notes and term loans, indicating ongoing capital raising activities.
- CH Capital Lending, LLC advanced additional funds under the 2020 Convertible Term Loan in January and February 2024.
- The company has been paying interest by increasing the principal of the Convertible Notes due 2025.
Capital raise
8 April 2024 5:25 PM
8-K Filing
- The company has the ability to sell up to $14,661,873 of common stock through the at-the-market offering.
- The company amended its equity distribution agreement to increase agent compensation, which may incentivize sales.
Capital raise
25 March 2024 4:37 PM
Annual Results
- The company's authorized but unissued Common Stock and Preferred Stock are available for future issuances without stockholder approval.
- The company could utilize these shares for future offerings to raise additional capital.
Worse than expected
21 March 2024 8:20 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net loss for the full year increased significantly compared to the previous year, indicating worse than expected financial performance.
Capital raise
21 March 2024 8:20 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company completed a $2.8 million public offering of common stock and warrants to increase institutional ownership and improve stock trading volumes.
Worse than expected
29 February 2024 5:24 PM
Lease Amendment
- The company has increased its debt and diluted its equity through the warrant issuance.
- The company has increased its base rent obligations.
- The company has pledged a 20% membership interest in Sandlot HOFV Canton SC, LLC, as collateral.
Capital raise
29 February 2024 5:24 PM
Lease Amendment
- The company issued a Series H Common Stock Purchase Warrant to the landlord.
- The warrant allows the landlord to purchase 890,313 shares of the company's common stock.
- The exercise of the warrant could result in a capital raise for the company, but also dilute existing shareholders.
Worse than expected
18 January 2024 5:12 PM
Loan Agreement Amendment
- The company's debt has increased significantly to $12,751,934.09, indicating a worsening financial position despite the asset sale.
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