EX-99.2 7 ex99-2.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 Exhibit 99.2

 

CONTENTS

 

      Page
       
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT   F-2
     
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:    
     
  Balance Sheets   F-3
       
  Statements of Operations and Changes in Partners’ Equity   F-5
       
  Statements of Cash Flows   F-6
       
  Notes to Financial Statements   F-8
       
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:   F-13
     
  Supplemental Schedule of Expenses   F-14
       
  Supplemental Schedule of Changes in Partners’ Equity    

 

F-1
 

 

Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

Costa Mesa, California

 

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

 

I have audited the accompanying balance sheet of Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership as of December 31, 2005 and 2006, and the related statements of operations and changes in partners’ equity, and operating cash flows for the years then ended. These financial statements are the responsibility of the partnership’s management. My responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on my audits.

 

I conducted my audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States. Those standards require that I plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. I believe that my audits provide a reasonable basis for my opinion.

 

In my opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Blessed Rock of El Monte as of December 31, 2005 and 2006 and the results of its operations and its operating cash flows for the years then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.

 

My audit was conducted for the purpose of forming an opinion on the financial statements taken as a whole. The accompanying supplementary information shown on page 12 and 13 is presented for the purpose of additional analysis and is not a required part of the basic financial statements of Blessed Rock of El Monte. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the basic financial statements and, in my opinion, is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the financial statements taken as a whole.

 

March 7, 2007 33-0724657

 

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BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

(A California Limited Partnership)

BALANCE SHEETS, DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND 2006

 

ASSETS

 

   2006   2005 
Current Assets:          
Operating cash and equivalents  $584,149   $459,783 
Security deposit cash   25,522    25,801 
Tenant accounts receivable   1,625    370 
Other accounts receivable   6,281    6,281 
Prepaid expenses   51,682    61,945 
Total current assets   669,259    554,180 
           
Property, Building, and Equipment, At Cost:          
Land   1,271,162    1,271,162 
Building and improvements   8,030,159    7,992,586 
Equipment   54,657    54,657 
    9,355,978    9,318,405 
Accumulated depreciation   (1,933,378)   (1,728,013)
Property, building, and equipment - net   7,422,600    7,590,392 
           
Other Assets:          
Replacement reserve   134,830    156,909 
Tax and insurance restricted accounts   33,152    22,073 
Total other assets   167,982    178,982 
   $8,259,841   $8,323,554 

 

See the accompanying notes to financial statements.

 

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Blessed Rock of El Monte

Balance Sheets, December 31, 2005 and 2006

Page 2

 

LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ EQUITY

  

   2006   2005 
Current Liabilities:          
Current portion of long-term debt  $49,737   $46,361 
Accounts payable   11,556    6,667 
Security trust liability   23,635    23,635 
Accrued interest   14,175    14,175 
Accrued asset management fees   17,810    32,880 
Other accruals   37,712    6,025 
Unearned rental income   696    1,054 
Total current liabilities   155,321    130,797 
           
Long-term Debt:          
Mortgage payable, less current portion included above   2,363,046    2,412,783 
Notes payable   681,525    681,525 
Accrued interest payable   230,335    199,995 
Grant loan payable   400,000    400,000 
Total long-term debt   3,674,906    3,694,303 
           
Partners’ equity   4,429,614    4,498,454 
           
   $8,259,841   $8,323,554 

 

See the accompanying notes to financial statements.

 

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BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

(A California Limited Partnership)

STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND CHANGES

IN PARTNERS’ EQUITY FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND 2006

  

   2006   2005 
Revenue:          
Gross potential rents  $723,570   $745,260 
Excess rents   149,429    117,337 
Less vacancies   (918)   (1,442)
Net rental income   872,081    861,155 
Laundry and vending   9,684    13,410 
Tenant charges   2,040    1,482 
Interest income   3,488    2,490 
Other income   -    886 
Total revenues   887,293    879,423 
           
Expenses:          
Administrative   211,138    200,758 
Utilities   80,904    74,145 
Operating and maintenance   106,694    128,436 
Taxes and insurance   53,138    56,579 
Interest   204,853    202,230 
Depreciation and amortization   205,365    204,844 
Total expenses   859,469    869,615 
           
Net income (loss)   27,824    9,808 
           
Partners’ equity - beginning   4,498,454    4,510,646 
           
Partners’ distributions   (96,664)   (22,000)
           
Partners’ equity - ending  $4,429,614   $4,498,454 

 

See the accompanying notes to financial statements.

 

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BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

(A California Limited Partnership)

STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2005 AND 2006

  

   2006   2005 
Cash flows from operating activities:          
Rental receipts  $858,180   $848,544 
Operating interest receipts   2,261    1,704 
Other operating receipts   11,724    90,578 
Payments to suppliers and employees:          
Administrative expenses   (91,469)   (47,918)
Management fees   (37,407)   (99,011)
Utilities   (79,498)   (71,596)
Salaries and wages   (35,402)   (43,358)
Operating and maintenance   (94,059)   (115,758)
Real estate taxes   (7,371)   (7,643)
Payroll taxes   (5,371)   (5,062)
Property insurance   (36,328)   (45,120)
Miscellaneous taxes and insurance   (17,257)   (17,907)
Interest on mortgage   (175,545)   (171,384)
Funding security deposit account   279    33 
Net cash provided by operating activities   292,737    316,102 
           
Cash flows from investing activities:          
Net tax and insurance impounds   (11,079)   1,843 
Net reserve activity, including interest   22,079    (21,330)
Reserve interest   1,227    786 
Capital expenditures   (37,573)   - 
Net cash used in investing activities   (25,346)   (18,701)
           
Cash flows from financing activities:          
Mortgage principal payments   (46,361)   (43,214)
Partner distributions   (96,664)   (22,000)
Net cash used in financing activities   (143,025)   (65,214)
           
Net increase (decrease) in cash   124,366    232,187 
Cash at beginning of year   459,783    227,596 
           
Cash at end of year  $584,149   $459,783 

 

See the accompanying notes to financial statements.

 

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Blessed Rock of El Monte

Statements of Cash Flows, December 31, 2005 and 2006

Page 2

 

Reconciliation of Net Income (Loss)

to Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities

 

   2006   2005 
Net income (loss)  $27,824   $9,808 
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash Provided by operating activities:          
Depreciation and amortization   205,365    204,844 
Decrease (increase) in:          
Security deposit cash   279    168 
Receivables   (1,255)   74,430 
Prepaids   10,263    (10,048)
Increase (decrease) in:          
Payables   8,543    (1,522)
Security deposit liability   -    (135)
Accrued expenses   43,303    39,296 
Unearned rental income   (358)   47 
Reserve interest earned   (1,227)   (786)
           
Net cash provided by operating activities  $292,737   $316,102 

 

See the accompanying notes to financial statements.

 

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BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

(A California Limited Partnership)

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

DECEMBER 31, 2006

 

1.ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
  
Organization: Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California limited partnership, was formed on November 22, 1995 by and between Everland, Inc., a California Corporation, as the general partner and Tom Y. Lee as the limited partner. The Partnership Agreement was amended and restated on December 29, 2000 defining the various partners of the partnership as the General Partner, the Managing General Partner, the Limited Partners and the Special Limited Partner.
  
The Partnership was formed to acquire, construct, own and operate a 137-unit elderly facility apartment complex for low income residents in El Monte, California. The Partnership also generates tax credits to the partners in accordance with the provisions of the code and applicable Treasury regulations. The Partnership has qualified for low income housing tax credits as currently allowable under Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code.
  
The Partnership received HOME funds from the City of El Monte and redevelopment funds from the El Monte Community Redevelopment Agency as part of a public program to ensure affordable housing for senior citizen tenants. In addition, the El Monte Community Redevelopment Agency paid various project impact fees to the City of El Monte associated with the construction and development of the Project on behalf of the Partnership.
  
Capitalization and Depreciation: Assets are recorded at cost and depreciated for financial accounting purposes using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives. The principal estimated useful lives used in computing the depreciation provisions are 10 to 40 years for building and improvements, and 3 to 10 years for equipment The policy of the project is to charge amounts expended for maintenance, repairs, and minor replacements to expense, and to capitalize expenditures for major replacements and betterments.
  
Cash and Cash Equivalents: For purposes of reporting cash flows, cash includes unrestricted cash in bank, cash on hand, savings accounts, and all certificates of deposit with original maturities of three months or less.
  
The Partnership maintains its cash in bank deposit accounts, which at times may exceed federally insured limits. The Partnership has not experienced any losses in such accounts. The Partnership believes it is not exposed to any significant credit risk on cash and cash equivalents.
  
Deferred Costs: Deferred costs, comprised of tax credit fees and organization costs are being amortized over five years.

 

F-8
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

Notes to Financial Statements, December 31, 2006

Page 2

  

Estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect: (1) the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingencies at the date of the financial statements, and (2) the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
  
Rental Income and Unearned Rents: The Partnership rents apartment units on a month to month basis and recognizes revenues when earned. Advance receipts of rents are classified as liabilities until earned.
  
Income Taxes: No provision is made for income taxes since such taxes, if any, are the liability of the individual partners.
  
2.RESTRICTED FUNDS
  
The Partnership is required to make monthly impound deposits to cover insurance premiums, property taxes and to maintain a reserve for replacements. These restricted funds are held by, and expenditures are subject to supervision and approval by, GMAC Commercial Mortgage.
  
3.MORTGAGE PAYABLE

 

  Mortgage payable consists of a 7.05% real estate mortgage, payable to GMAC Commercial Mortgage, collateralized by a deed of trust on the real property. The obligation is payable in aggregate monthly principal and interest installments of $18,188 beginning July 1, 1998 with a balloon payment in the amount of $2,017,000 payable June 1, 2013.  $2,412,783 
        
  Less current portion   (49,737)
        
     $2,363,046 

 

The amounts maturing for the next five years are:

 

 2007   $49,737 
 2008    53,360 
 2009    57,245 
 2010    61,414 
 2011    65,887 

 

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Blessed Rock of El Monte

Notes to Financial Statements, December 31, 2006

Page 3

 

4.NOTES PAYABLE

 

  Notes payable at December 31, 2005 consist of the following:     
        
  4% note payable with a term of 15 years, payable to El Monte Community Redevelopment Agency (RDA), secured by deed of trust and rents from Project. Note subject to prepayment in whole or in part based on events constituting default under terms of promissory note agreement. Payments of interest and principal made annually beginning on April 1, 2003, and thereafter on April 1 until outstanding principal balance of note and all accrued interest paid in full. Payments paid from 50% of the residual rental income, as defined in the promissory note agreement. Payments, if any, applied first to accrued interest and second to principal of note. At December 31, 2006, accrued interest on note was $41,105.  $250,878  
        
  1% note payable with a term of 30 years beginning April 3, 1996, payable to RDA for various development fees, secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Commencing April 3, 1997, and thereafter on April 3 for the following 6 succeeding years, payment of $4,239 due each year. Payment increases to $8,478 April 3, 2004 and continues the next 7 succeeding years. April 3, 2012, payment increases to $32,534 and continues the next 14 succeeding years, or until paid in full. Payments to be paid from 50% of residual rental income, as defined in promissory note agreement. Payments first applied to interest. At December 31, 2006, accrued interest on note was $17,230.   430,647  
        
     $681,525 

 

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Blessed Rock of El Monte

Notes to Financial Statements, December 31, 2006

Page 4

 

5.GRANT LOAN PAYABLE
  
The Partnership received a loan of $400,000 on April 3, 1996 from the City of El Monte as part of a public program to ensure affordable housing for senior citizen tenants. Interest accrues on the principal amount at 4%, with a term of 55 years. Loan is secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. At maturity, the principal amount of the loan and all accrued interest shall be deemed discharged and waived by the City unless there is an occurrence of an event of default, as specified under the loan agreement. If default occurs, the City of El Monte is entitled to exercise its rights and the entire principal amount outstanding and any accrued interest could become due and payable at the option of the City of El Monte. Accrued interest at December 31, 2006 was $172,000.
  
6.RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
  
Project or Loss Allocations: All items included in the calculation of income or loss not arising from a sale or refinancing, and all tax credits, shall be allocated 98.99% equally to the limited partners, .01% to the special limited partner, .99% to the general partner, and .01% to the managing general partner.
  
Management Fee: A monthly property management fee in an amount computed at 5% of the collected gross revenue is payable to the management agent. Property management services to the Partnership are provided by an affiliate of the limited partners. Property management fees were $43,206 and $43,333 for the years 2005 and 2006, respectively.
  
Incentive Management and Other Fees: Under the terms of the Limited Partnership Agreement, incentive management fees shall be paid to the general partner for services incidental to the administration of the business and affairs of the Partnership. Reporting fees shall be paid to the limited partners for services performed in monitoring the operations of the Partnership, services in connection with the Partnership’s accounting matters and assisting with the preparation of tax returns. The limited partners earned $46,889 in reporting fees for 2005 and $68,279 for 2006.
  
The managing general partner earned $16,440 annually for an operational asset management fee for the years 2001 through 2006. Balance of accrued operational asset management fee at December 31, 2006 is $17,810.

 

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Blessed Rock of El Monte

Notes to Financial Statements, December 31, 2006

Page 5

 

7.CURRENT VULNERABILITY DUE TO CERTAIN CONCENTRATIONS

 

The Partnership’s sole asset is a 137-unit apartment complex. The Partnership’s operations are concentrated in the multifamily real estate market. In addition, the Partnership operates in a heavily regulated environment. The operations of the project are subject to the administrative directives, rules and regulations of local regulatory agencies. Such administrative directives, rules and regulations are subject to change. Such changes may occur with little notice or inadequate funding to pay for related costs, including the additional administrative burden, to comply with a change.

 

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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

(A California Limited Partnership)

SUPPLEMENTAL SCHEDULE OF EXPENSES

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2005 and 2006

 

   2006   2005 
Site management payroll  $34,027   $30,830 
Manager's rent-free apartment   12,288    12,288 
Management fee   43,333    43,206 
Reporting/asset management fee   68,823    63,329 
Audit fee   6,700    6,000 
Legal fees   -    424 
Telephone and answering service   5,675    4,731 
Office supplies   4,050    4,528 
Educational and social programs   8,640    11,520 
Health insurance and other employee benefits   4,226    4,349 
Payroll taxes   5,371    5,062 
Workers' compensation   8,029    8,536 
Other administration   9,976    5,955 
Subtotal administrative expenses   211,138    200,758 
           
Electricity   30,475    22,412 
Water and sewer   23,862    23,294 
Fuel   20,816    24,196 
Garbage and trash removal   5,751    4,243 
Subtotal utilities   80,904    74,145 
           
Maintenance and repairs payroll   12,785    12,528 
Maintenance and repairs supply   8,715    7,472 
Maintenance and repairs contract   29,582    19,337 
Painting and decorating   17,753    25,216 
Grounds   8,693    10,519 
Services   1,430    2,195 
Furniture and furnishings replacement   27,736    51,169 
Subtotal maintenance expenses   106,694    128,436 
           
Property taxes   7,371    7,644 
Other taxes and licenses   3,930    3,995 
Property and liability insurance   40,765    43,913 
Other insurance   1,072    1,027 
Subtotal tax and insurance   53,138    56,579 
           
Interest   202,230    204,853 
           
Depreciation and amortization   205,365    204,844 
           
Total expenses  $859,469   $869,615 

 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND
INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS’ REPORT

 

BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE 

(A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP)

 

DECEMBER 31, 2007

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

    PAGE
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT   3
     
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:    
     
BALANCE SHEET   5
     
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS   7
     
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)   9
     
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS   10
     
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   11

 

 
 

   

   

Reznick Group, RC.

7700 Old Georgetown Road

Suite 400

Bethesda, MD 20814-6224

Tel: (301) 652-9100

Fax: (301) 652-1848

www.reznickgroup.com

 

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

We have audited the accompanying balance sheet of Blessed Rock of El Monte (a California Limited Partnership) as of December 31, 2007, and the related statements of operations, changes in partners’ equity (deficit), and cash flows for the year then ended. These financial statements are the responsibility of the Partnership’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.

 

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. The Partnership has determined that it is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. Our audit included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Partnership’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Blessed Rock of El Monte as of December 31, 2007, and the results of its operations and cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

  

As discussed more fully in note 8 of the financial statements, certain errors resulting principally in the overstatement of depreciation and amortization due to misallocation of building, deferred fees and organization cost, in prior years, were discovered by management of the Partnership during the current year. Accordingly, adjustments have been made to partners’ equity (deficit) as of January 1, 2007, to correct the errors.

 

   
Skokie, Illinois Taxpayer Identification Number
December 17, 2008 52-1088612
   
Lead Auditor: Jeff Dowd  

 

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Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

BALANCE SHEET

 

December 31, 2007

 

Current assets     
Cash and cash equivalents  $742,805 
Accounts receivable - tenants   697 
Accounts receivable - other   6,281 
Prepaid expenses   16,709 
      
Total rental property   766,492 
      
Deposits held in trust - funded     
Tenant security deposits   23,710 
      
Restricted deposits and funded reserves     
Mortgage escrow deposits   21,386 
Replacement reserve (note 3)   156,559 
      
Total restricted deposits and funded reserves   177,945 
      
Property and equipment (note 1)     
Land and land improvements   1,271,162 
Buildings   8,099,384 
Furnishings   57,645 
    9,428,191 
Less accumulated depreciation   (2,159,703)
      
Total property and equipment   7,268,488 
      
Other assets     
Deferred fees, net   35,780 
      
Total other assets   35,780 
Total assets  $8,272,415 

 

(continued)

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

BALANCE SHEET - CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ EQUITY    
Current liabilities     
Accounts payable  $11,404 
Accrued management fee   3,882 
Accrued mortgage loan interest   13,883 
Accrued interest   72,677 
Miscellaneous current liabilities   13,700 
Prepaid rent   4,122 
Current maturities of long term liabilities (note 3)   53,360 
      
Total current liabilities   173,028 
      
Deposit liabilities     
Tenant security deposits   23,710 
      
Long-term liabilities     
Mortgage loan payable, net of current maturities (note 3)   2,309,685 
Notes payable (note 4)   681,525 
Grant loan payable   400,000 
Accrued interest   188,000 
      
Total long-term liabilities   3,579,210 
      
Total liabilities   3,775,948 
      
Contingency (note 7)     
      
Partners’ equity (note 6)   4,496,467 
      
Total liabilities and Partners’ equity  $8,272,415 

 

See notes to financial statements

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

 

Year ended December 31, 2007

 

Income from rental operations    
Rental income - tenant, net  $927,076 
Laundry and vending   10,417 
Interest income   7,330 
Miscellaneous revenue   5,184 
Tenant charges   1,313 
      
Total income from rental operations   951,320 
      
Administrative expenses     
Advertising and marketing   294 
Office expenses   22,266 
Other renting expenses   960 
Management fee Manager salaries   44,489 41,261 
Legal expenses - Project   4,316 
Bookkeeping fees   1,000 
Audit expenses   9,950 
Bad debts   38 
Miscellaneous administrative expenses   14,451 
     
Total administrative expenses
   139,025  
     
Utilities expense     
Electricity   27,360 
Water   25,609 
Gas   20,664 
      
Total utilities expense   73,633 
      
Operating and maintenance expenses     
Payroll   16,857 
Supplies   40,304 
Contracts   46,163 
Miscellaneous operating expenses   355 
Garbage and trash removal   6,229 
      
Total operating and maintenance expenses   109,908 

 

(continued)

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS - CONTINUED

 

Year ended December 31, 2007

 

Taxes and insurance    
Real estate taxes   11,816 
Payroll taxes   7,355 
Property and liability insurance   37,439 
Fidelity bond insurance   615 
Workers’ compensation   9,514 
Health benefits and other employee benefits   5,865 
Miscellaneous   4,864 
Property tax administrative cost   - 
      
Total taxes and insurance   77,468 
      
Income before financial expenses, depreciation and amortization   551,286 
      
Financial expenses     
Interest on mortgage loan payable   169,156 
Interest on notes payable   14,342 
Interest on grant loan payable   16,000 
Asset management fee   108,926 
      
Total financial expenses   308,424 
      
Income before depreciation and amortization   242,862 
      
Depreciation   212,807 
Amortization   6,899 
      
Net income  $23,156 

 

See notes to financial statements

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)

 

Year ended December 31, 2007

 

   Managing General Partner   General Partner   Special Limited
Partner
   Limited Partners   Total 
Partners’ equity (deficit), December 31, 2006, as previously stated  $(1,975)  $(895)  $(81,036)  $4,513,520   $4,429,614 
                          
Prior period adjustment   9    9    906    90,568    91,492 
Partners’ equity (deficit), December 31, 2006, as restated   (1,966)   (886)   (80,130)   4,604,088    4,521,106 
                          
Distributions   (23,897)   -    -    (23,898)   (47,795)
                          
Net income   2    2    229    22,923    23,156 
                          
Partners’ equity (deficit), December 31, 2007  $(25,861)  $(884)  $(79,901)  $4,603,113   $4,496,467 

 

See notes to financial statements

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

 

Year ended December 31, 2007

 

Cash flow from operating activities     
Net income  $23,156 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities     
Depreciation   212,807 
Amortization   6,899 
Changes in:     
Tenant security deposits   1,812 
Tenant accounts receivable   928 
Prepaid expenses   2,093 
Tenant security deposits liability   75 
Accounts payable   (151)
Accrued mortgage loan interest   (292)
Accrued liabilities   (8,942)
Accrued management fee   3,882 
Accrued interest payable on second mortgage   30,342 
Prepaid rent   3,426 
Net cash provided by operating activities   276,035 
Cash flows from investing activities     
Purchase of property and equipment   (9,883)
Net change in escrow deposits   11,766 
Net change in replacement reserve  (21,729)
Net cash used in investing activities   (19,846)
Cash flows from financing activities     
Principal payments on mortgage payable   (49,738)
Distributions   (47,795)
Net cash used in financing activities   (97,533)
Net change in cash and cash equivalents   158,656 
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning   584,149 
Cash and cash equivalents, ending  $742,805 

 

See notes to financial statements

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

December 31, 2007

 

NOTE 1 - ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte (a California Limited Partnership) was organized on February 14, 1996 to acquire, construct, own and operate a 137-unit apartment project (the “Project”) known as Blessed Rock of El Monte located in El Monte, California.

 

The Project is eligible and qualifies for low-income housing tax credits in accordance with Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code (the “Code”) of 1986. Generally, the low-income housing credit is computed as a percentage of the qualified basis of the property including the rehabilitation and is allowed annually during a period of ten years commencing with the years the building is placed into service. In addition, in order to qualify for the credit, the Partnership must conform with certain occupancy standards as set forth in the Code.

 

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed in the preparation of these financial statements:

 

Property and equipment

 

Property and equipment is recorded at cost. The assets are being depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives. The cost of maintenance and repairs is charged to income as incurred. Significant renewals and betterments are capitalized.

 

Assets are depreciated over their estimated useful lives. The estimated service lives of the assets for depreciation purposes may be different than their actual economic useful lives.

 

    Method   Estimated lives
Buildings   Straight-line   40 years
Land improvements   Straight-line   15 years
Furnishings   Straight-line   5 years

 

Management of the Partnership assesses the recoverability of property and equipment by determining whether the depreciation of such assets over their remaining lives can be recovered through projected undiscounted cash flows. The amount of impairment, if any, is measured based on fair value (projected discounted cash flows) and is charged to operations in the period in which such impairment is determined by management. To date, management has not identified any impairment of property and equipment.

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

Deferred fees and Amortization

 

Loan fees are amortized over the term of the mortgage loan using the straight-line method. Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the effective yield method be used to amortize financing costs; however, the effect of using the straight-line method is not materially different from the results that would have been obtained under the effective yield method. Tax credit fees are amortized over 15 years using the straight-line method.

 

Rental income

 

Rental income is recognized as rentals become due. Rental payments received in advance are deferred until earned. All leases between the Partnership and the tenants of the property are operating leases.

 

Tenant receivable and bad debt

 

Delinquent receivables are written off and included in bad debt expense in the period the balances are deemed to be uncollectible, which is generally after the tenant vacates.

 

Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the allowance method be used to recognize bad debts; however, the effect of using the direct write-off method is not materially different from the results that would have been obtained under the allowance method.

 

Property taxes

 

Property taxes are expensed in the year of lien on the property such that twelve months of expense is charged to operations each period.

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

For purposes of the statement of cash flows, the Partnership considers all highly liquid debt instruments purchased with a maturity of three months or less to be cash equivalents. At December 31, 2007, cash and cash equivalents consist of two unrestricted checking accounts and a petty cash fund.

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

Use of estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

 

Income taxes

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte is a Partnership, and thus income, losses, and credits are recognized for federal income tax purposes by the individual Partners. Accordingly, no provision for federal or state taxes on revenue and income has been recognized in the accompanying financial statements.

 

Advertising costs

 

Advertising costs are expensed as incurred. Advertising expense totaled $294 for the year ended December 31, 2007.

 

Reclassification

 

Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year financial statement presentation. These reclassifications had no effect on the reported net loss of the Partnership.

 

Concentration of credit risk

 

The Partnership deposits its cash in financial institutions. At times, deposits may exceed federally insured limits. The Partnership has not experienced any losses in such accounts.

 

The Partnership’s operations are concentrated in the multifamily real estate market. In addition, the Partnership operated in a heavily regulated environment. The operations of the Partnership are subject to the administrative directives, rules and regulations of federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Such administrative directives, rules and regulations are subject to change by an act of Congress. Such changes may occur with little notice or inadequate funding to pay for the related cost, including the additional administrative burden, if any, to comply with a change.

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

NOTE 2 - DEFERRED FEES AND AMORTIZATION

 

The costs incurred to obtain financing and tax credits have been capitalized and are being amortized. The balance of such costs at December 31, 2007 is as follows:

 

   Amortization     
   Period     
Loan fees   16 years   $40,800 
Tax credit fees   15 years    65,241 
         106,041 
Less: Accumulated amortization        (70,261)
Net capitalized costs       $35,780 

 

As a result of a reevaluation of accumulated amortization through December 31, 2007 it was determined that excess amortization had been taken in prior years and a correction was made resulting in a net recovery amount of $9,256 for 2007.

 

NOTE 3 - MORTGAGE LOAN

 

The Partnership has entered into a mortgage loan agreement in the original amount of $2,720,000. The loan agreement provides, among other things, for the following:

 

a.   An interest rate of 7.05% per annum;
b.   Monthly principal and interest payments of $18,188;
c.   A balloon payment of $2,017,000 payable June 1, 2013;
d.   A maturity date of June 1, 2013; and
e.   The funding of a reserve fund for replacing assets of the Project

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

Mortgage loan principal payments for each of the next five years and thereafter are estimated as follows:

 

2008   $53,360 
2009    57,245 
2010    61,414 
2011    65,887 
2012    70,686 
Thereafter    2,054,453 
    $2,363,045 

 

The liability of the Partnership under the mortgage loan is limited to the underlying value of the property and equipment collateral in addition to other amounts deposited with the lender. For the year ended December 31, 2007, interest expense was $169,156, and accrued interest was $13,883 as of December 31, 2007.

 

Replacement reserve

 

In accordance with the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership is required to establish and maintain a replacement reserve account for the purpose of capital improvements. The reserve account is to be funded in the amount of $20,544 per year. As of December 31, 2007, the balance of the replacement reserve was $156,559.

 

NOTE 4 - NOTES PAYABLE

 

Notes payable at December 31, 2007 consist of the following:

 

A 4% note payable in the amount of $250,878, with a term of 15 years, is payable to El Monte Community Redevelopment Agency (RDA), secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Payments of interest and principal are made annually beginning on April 1, 2003, and thereafter each April 1, until the outstanding principal balance of the note and all accrued interest are paid in full. Payments are to be paid from 50% of the residual rental income, as defined in the promissory note agreement. Payments, if any, are applied first to accrued interest and second to principal on the note. At December 31, 2007, accrued interest on the note was $51,141.

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

A 1% note payable in the amount of $430,647, with a term of 30 years beginning April 3, 1996, is payable to RDA for various development fees, secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Commencing April 3, 1997, and thereafter on each April 3 for the following six succeeding years, payments of $4,239 were due. Payments increased to $8,478 April 3, 2004 and continue for the next seven succeeding years. On April 3, 2012, payments increase to $32,534 and continue for the next 14 succeeding years, or until paid in full. Payments to be paid from 50% of residual rental income, as defined in promissory note agreement. Payments first applied to interest. At December 31, 2007, accrued interest on the note was $21,536.

 

Cash held for payment of notes

 

The Partners’ calculation of 50% of residual rental income for 2006 was $72,677. This amount was not confirmed by RDA, nor was the required payment made during 2007. The agent is currently attempting to confirm the amount due and forward the payment to RDA.

 

Grant loan payable

 

The Partnership received a loan of $400,000 on April 3, 1996 from the City of El Monte as part of a public program to ensure affordable housing for senior citizen tenants. Interest accrues on the principal amount at 4%, with a term of 55 years. The loan is secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. At maturity, the principal amount of the loan and all accrued interest shall be deemed discharged and waived by the City unless there is an occurrence of an event of default, as specified under the loan agreement. If default occurs, the City of El Monte is entitled to exercise its rights and the entire principal amount outstanding and any accrued interest could become due and payable at the option of the City of El Monte. Accrued interest at December 31, 2007 was $188,000

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

Accrued interest at December 31, 2007, is as follows:

 

4% note payable  $51,141 
1% note payable   21,536 
Grant loan   188,000 
    260,677 
Cash held   (72,677)
Accrued interest on second mortgage  $188,000 

 

NOTE 5 - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Operational asset management fee

 

The Partnership Agreement provides for an asset management fee equal to $10 per unit per month, to accrue to the Managing General Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee to be paid is cumulative if not paid each year. During the year ended December 31, 2007, $6,233 of operational asset management fees were incurred and paid. At December 31, 2007, no amounts remained payable.

 

Asset management fee

.

The Partnership Agreement provides for an asset management fee equal to 30% of Remaining Cash, as defined, to accrue to the Limited Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee to be paid is cumulative if not paid each year. During the year ended December 31, 2007, $68,279 was incurred and paid.

 

Incentive management fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the General Partner an incentive management fee equal to 40% of Remaining Cash, as defined. The incentive management fee shall be paid from available cash flow and does not accrue from year to year. For the year ended December 31, 2007, incentive management fees of $31,864 were incurred and paid.

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

Reporting fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to each Limited Partner a reporting fee equal to 15% of the Cash Flow from Operations, as defined, but should not be less than $6,000 for each Limited Partner. The reporting fee shall be paid from available cash flow and accrues from year to year. For the year ended December 31, 2007, a reporting fee of $2,550 was incurred and paid.

 

Management Fee

 

For the period January 1, 2006 through July 18, 2007, the Partnership’s management agent was WNC Management, an affiliate of the General Partner (the “Former Agent”). Effective July 19, 2007, the Partnership entered into an agreement with Professional Property Management, LLC (“PPM”), an unrelated party (the “Agent”), in connection with the management of the Project’s rental operations. For the year ended December 31, 2007, management fees expensed were $44,489, of which $3,882 remained payable.

 

NOTE 6 - PARTNERS’ PROFIT, LOSSES, AND DISTRIBUTIONS

 

In general, income (loss), tax credits and cash flow from operations are allocated 98.99% to the Limited Partners, .99% to the Special Limited Partner, .01% to the General Partner and .01% to the Managing General Partner.

 

Income (loss) and cash flow from sources other than operations will be allocated pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement regarding such.

 

NOTE 7 - CONTINGENCY

 

The Project’s low-income housing credits are contingent on its ability to maintain compliance with applicable sections of Section 42. Failure to maintain compliance with occupant eligibility, and/or unit gross rent, or to correct non-compliance within a specified time period could result in recapture of previously taken tax credits plus interest. In addition, such potential noncompliance may require an adjustment to the contributed capital by the Investor Limited Partner.

 

 
 

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte

(A California Limited Partnership)

 

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED

 

December 31, 2007

 

NOTE 8 - RESTATEMENT OF BEGINING PARTNERS EQUITY (DEFICIT)

 

During 2007 management determined that original costs related to building, deferred fees, and organization costs had been incorrectly allocated. As a result building costs and deferred fees were understated by $62,330 and $106,041, respectively, while organization costs had been overstated. After adjusting building, deferred fees and organization costs to reflect the correct allocations it was determined accumulated depreciation and amortization had been overstated in prior years by $79,927 and $11,565, respectively. As a result, net adjustments totaling $91,492 have been made to beginning partners’ equity as of January 1, 2007, to correct for these errors.

 

 
 

  

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

 

BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

   PAGE 
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM   3 
      
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:     
      
BALANCE SHEET   4 
      
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS   6 
      
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL   7 
      
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS   8 
      
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   9 
      
ACCOMPANYING INFORMATION:     
      
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   16 
      
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION   17 

 

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

We have audited the accompanying balance sheet of Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, as of December 31, 2008 and the related statements of operations, changes in partners’ capital and cash flows for the year then ended. These financial statements are the responsibility of the partnership’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.

 

We conducted our audit in accordance with the Standards of the Public Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. The partnership has determined that it is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. Our audit included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the partnership’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Blessed Rock of El Monte as of December 31, 2008 and the results of its operations, changes in partners’ capital and cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

ASSETS     
Current Assets     
Cash  $563,168 
Accounts Receivable   6,281 
      
Total Current Assets   569,449 
      
Restricted Reserves and Escrows     
Tax and Insurance Escrow   45,199 
Replacement Reserve   178,178 
Tenant Security Deposits   23,823 
      
Total Restricted Reserves and Escrows   247,200 
      
Property and Equipment     
Land   1,322,838 
Buildings and Improvements   8,129,484 
Furniture and Equipment   124,266 
Total Property and Equipment   9,576,588 
Less: Accumulated Depreciation   (2,375,206)
Property and Equipment, Net   7,201,382 
      
Other Assets     
      
Deferred Fees, Net   28,881 
      
TOTAL ASSETS  $8,046,912 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL     
      
Current Liabilities     
Accounts Payable  $2,107 
Accrued Management Fees   3,954 
Accrued Interest   13,569 
Accrued Expenses   13,700 
Current Portion Mortgage Payable   57,245 
Prepaid Rents   2,487 
      
Total Current Liabilities   93,062 
      
Deposits & Prepayment Liabilities     
Tenants’ Security Deposits   23,725 
      
Long Term Liabilities     
Mortgage Payable   2,309,686 
Less: Current Portion   (57,245)
Notes Payable   637,331 
Grant Payable   400,000 
Accrued Interest, Long Term   230,516 
      
Total Long Term Liabilities   3,520,288 
      
Total Liabilities   3,637,075 
      
Partners’ Equity     
      
Partners’ Equity   4,409,837 
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL  $8,046,912 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

Revenue     
Rental Income  $946,624 
Tenant Charges   1,147 
Miscellaneous revenue   13,727 
      
Total Revenue   961,498 
      
Operating expenses     
General and administrative   69,444 
Management fee   47,399 
Legal and other professional fees   46,865 
Utilities   77,026 
Tax and insurance   94,650 
Repairs and maintenance   93,973 
Financial expenses   343,524 
      
Total Operating Expenses   772,881 
      
Operating Income (Loss)   188,617 
      
Other Income and (Expenses)     
Interest income   7,442 
Depreciation and amortization   (222,402)
      
Net Other Income and (Expenses)   214,960 
      
Net Income (Loss)  $(26,343)

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

           Total 
   General   Limited   Partners’ 
   Partners   Partners   Capital 
Balance - January 1, 2008  $(26,745)  $4,523,212   $4,496,467 
                
Net Income (Loss)   (263)   (26,080)   (26,343)
                
Distributions to Members   -    (60,287)   (60,287)
                
Balance - December 31, 2008  $(27,008)  $4,436,845   $4,409,837 
                
Percentages   1%   99%   100%

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

Cash flows from operating activities:     
Net Loss  $(26,343)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash     
provided by operating activities:     
Depreciation and amortization   222,402 
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable   697 
(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses   16,709 
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable   (9,297)
Increase (decrease) in security deposits payable   15 
Increase (decrease) in accrued management fee   72 
Increase (decrease) in prepaid rent   (1,635)
Increase (decrease) in accrued interest payable   (30,475)
Total adjustments   198,488 
Net cash provided (used) by operating activities   172,145 
      
Cash flows from investing activities:     
Purchase of property and equipment   (148,397)
(Deposit) withdrawal tax and insurance escrows   (23,813)
(Deposit) withdrawal reserve   (21,619)
(Deposit) withdrawal security deposit account   (113)
Net cash provided (used) by investing activities   (193,942)
      
Cash flows from financing activities:     
Principal payments on mortgage payable   (44,194)
Principal payments on notes payable   (53,359)
Distributions   (60,287)
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities   (157,840)
      
Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents   (179,637)
Cash and equivalents, beginning of year   742,805 
      
Cash and equivalents, end of year  $563,168 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

NOTE A - NATURE OF OPERATIONS

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, was organized on February 14, 1996 to acquire, construct, own and operate a 137-unit apartment project known as Blessed Rock of El Monte (“the Project”) located in El Monte, California.

 

The Project is eligible and qualifies for low-income housing tax credits in accordance with Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Generally, the low-income housing credit is computed as a percentage of the qualified basis of the property including rehabilitation and is allowed annually during a period of ten years commencing with the years the building is placed into service. In addition, in order to qualify for the credit, the Partnership must conform with certain occupancy standards as set forth in the Code.

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Basis of Accounting

 

The Partnership prepares its financial statements on the accrual basis of accounting consistent with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents include all cash balances and highly liquid investments with a maturity of three months or less at the acquisition date. At December 31, 2008, cash and cash equivalents consist of two unrestricted checking accounts and a petty cash fund. Restricted cash is not considered cash equivalents.

 

Concentration of Credit Risk

 

The Partnership deposits its cash in financial institutions. At times, the account balances may exceed the institution’s federally insured limits. The Partnership has not experienced any losses in such accounts.

 

Tenant Accounts Receivable and Bad Debt Expense

 

Delinquent rent receivables are written off and included in bad debt expense in the period the balances are deemed to be uncollectible, which is generally after the tenant vacates.

 

Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the allowance method be used to recognize bad debts; however, the effect of using the direct write-off method is not materially different from the results that would have been obtained under the allowance method.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Property and Equipment

 

Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Depreciation is provided for in amounts sufficient to relate the cost of depreciable assets to operations over their estimated service lives using the straight-line method. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred; major renewals and betterments are capitalized. When items of property or equipment are sold or retired, the related cost and accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, and any gain or loss is included in income. The rental property is depreciated over estimated service lives as follows:

 

Buildings 27.5 years Straight-Line
Land Improvements 15 years Straight-Line
Furnishings & Equipment 5 years Straight-Line

 

Other Assets

 

Other assets consist of Loan Fees and Tax Credit Fees which have been recorded at cost. These costs will be amortized using the straight-line method over a period of 15 and 16 years, respectively.

 

Property Taxes

 

Property taxes are expensed in the year of lien on the property such that twelve months of expense is charged to operations each period.

 

Rental Income

 

Rental income is recognized as rentals become due. Rental payments received in advance are deferred until earned. All leases between the Partnership and the tenants of the property are operating leases.

 

Income Taxes

 

Incomes taxes on Partnership income are levied on the partners at the partner level. Accordingly, no income tax provision has been included in the financial statements since income or loss of the Partnership is required to be reported by the partners on their respective income tax returns.

 

Estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results may differ from those estimates.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

NOTE C - MORTGAGE PAYABLE

 

The Partnership has entered into a mortgage loan agreement in the original amount of $2,720.000. The terms are set forth below:

 

a.An interest rate of 7.05% per annum;
b.Monthly principal and interest payments of $18,188;
c.A balloon payment of $2,017,000 payable June 1, 2013;
d.A maturity date of June 1, 2013; and
e.The funding of a reserve fund for replacing assets of the Project.

 

Future minimum principal payments of the mortgage payable over each of the next five years are as follows:

 

Year ending December 31,      
       
2009   $57,245 
2010    61,414 
2011    65,887 
2012    70,686 
2013    75,835 
Thereafter    1,978,619 
    $2,309,686 

 

The liability of the Partnership under the mortgage loan is limited to the underlying value of the property and equipment collateral in addition to other amounts deposited with the lender. For the year ended December 31, 2008, interest expense was $164,579 and accrued interest was $13,569.

 

Replacement Reserve

 

In accordance with the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership is required to establish and maintain a replacement reserve account for the purpose of capital improvements. The reserve account is to be funded in the amount of $20,544 per year. As of December 31, 2008, the balance of the replacement reserve was $178,178.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

NOTE D - NOTES PAYABLE

 

Notes payable at December 31, 2008 consist of the following:

 

A 4% note payable in the amount of $250,878 with a term of 15 years, is payable to El Monte Community Redevelopment Agency (“RDA”), secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Payments of interest and principal are made annually beginning on April 1, 2003, and thereafter each April 1, until the outstanding principal balance of note and all accrued interest are paid in full. Payments are to be paid from 50% of the residual rental income, as defined in the promissory note agreement. Payments, if any, are applied first to accrued interest and second to principal on the note. As of December 31, 2008, the balance of the note payable was $206,684. At December 31, 2008, accrued interest on the note was $9,151.

 

A 1% note payable in the amount of $430,647 with a term of 30 years beginning April 3, 1996, is payable to RDA for various development fees, secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Commencing April 3, 1997, and thereafter on each April 3 for the following six succeeding years, payments of $4,239 were due. Payments increase to $8,478 April 3, 2004 and continue for the next seven succeeding years. On April 3, 2012, payments increase to $32,534 and continue for the next 14 succeeding years, or until paid in full. Payments to be paid from 50% of residual rental income, as defined in promissory note agreement. Payments are applied first to interest. As of December 31, 2008, the balance of the development fee note payable was $430,647. At December 31, 2008, accrued interest on the note was $17,365.

 

Grant loan payable

 

The Partnership received a loan of $400,000 on April 3, 1996 from the City of El Monte as part of a public program to ensure affordable housing for senior citizen tenants. Interest accrues on the principal amount at 4%, with a term of 55 years. The loan is secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. At maturity, the principal amount of the loan and all accrued interest shall be deemed discharged and waived by the City unless there is an occurrence of an event of default, as specified under the loan agreement. If default occurs, the City of El Monte is entitled to exercise its rights and the entire principal amount outstanding and any accrued interest could become due and payable at the option of the City of El Monte. Accrued interest at December 31, 2008 was $204,000.

 

Accrued interest at December 31, 2008 is as follows:

 

4% note payable  $9,151 
1% note payable   17,365 
Grant loan   204,000 
      
Total accrued interest on second mortgage  $230,516 

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

NOTE E - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Operational Asset Management Fee

 

The Partnership Agreement provides for an asset management fee equal to $10 per unit per month, to accrue to the Managing General Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee to be paid is cumulative if not paid each year. During the year ended December 31, 2008, $6,233 of operational asset management fees were incurred. No amounts remained payable at December 31, 2008.

 

Incentive Management Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the General Partner an incentive management fee equal to 40% of Remaining Cash, as defined. The incentive management fee shall be paid from available cash flow and does not accrue from year to year. For the year ended December 31, 2008, incentive management fees of $41,525 were paid.

 

NOTE F - MANAGEMENT FEE

 

Effective July 19, 2007, the Partnership entered into an agreement with Professional Property Management, LLC (“PPM”), an unrelated party, in connection with the management of the Project’s rental operations. For the year ended December 31, 2008, management fees expensed totaled $47,399 of which $3,954 remained payable.

 

NOTE G - PROFITS, LOSSES AND DISTRIBUTIONS

 

In general, income (loss), tax credits and cash flow from operations are allocated 98.99% to the Limited Partners, .01% to the Special Limited Partner, .99% to the General Partner and .01% to the Managing General Partner.

 

Income (loss) and cash flow from sources other than operations will be allocated pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement regarding such.

 

NOTE H – ADVERTISING

 

The Partnership expenses advertising costs as they are incurred. Advertising expenses for the year ended December 31, 2008 amounted to $227.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

NOTE I – CONTINGENCIES

 

Housing Tax Credits

 

As incentive for investment equity, the Partnership applied for and received an allocation certificate for housing tax credits established by the Tax Reform Act of 1986. To qualify for the tax credits, the Partnership must meet certain requirements, including attaining a qualified basis sufficient to support the credit allocation. In addition, tenant eligibility and rental charges are restricted in accordance with Internal Revenue Code Section 42. Management has certified that each tax credit unit has met these qualifications to allow the credits allocated to each unit to be claimed. Compliance with these regulations must be maintained in each of the ten consecutive years of the compliance period. Failure to maintain compliance with occupant eligibility, unit gross rent, or to correct noncompliance within a reasonable time period could result in recapture of previously claimed tax credits plus interest.

 

NOTE J - CURRENT VULNERABILITY DUE TO CERTAIN CONCENTRATIONS

 

The Partnership’s sole asset is the apartment complex. The Partnership’s operations are concentrated in the affordable housing real estate market. In addition, the Partnership operates in a heavily regulated environment. The operations of the Partnership are subject to the administrative directives, rules and regulations of federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Such administrative directives, rules and regulations are subject to change by an act of Congress. Such changes may occur with little notice or inadequate funding to pay for the related cost, including the additional administrative burden, to comply with a change.

 

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ACCOMPANYING INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION

ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

Our audit of the 2008 financial statements presented in the preceding section of this report was for the purpose of forming an opinion on such financial statements taken as a whole. The accompanying information shown on the following pages is presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required part of the basic financial statements. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audits of the basic financial statements and, in our opinion, is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the 2008 basic financial statements taken as a whole.

 

Metairie, Louisiana

March 1, 2009  

 

3421 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 701. Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone (504) 837-0770 . Fax (504) 837-7102

Member of

IGAF Worldwide - Member Firms in Principal Cities . PCAOB - Public Company Accounting Oversight Board

AICPA Centers . Center for Public Company Audit Firms (SEC)

Governmental Audit Quality Center . Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS)

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

A. SCHEDULES OF EXPENSES    
    2008 
      
General and Administrative:     
Administrative - Salaries  $33,901 
Training   407 
Marketing and Advertising   227 
Credit Reports   292 
Office Supplies   10,745 
Telephone Expenses   10,577 
Social Programming   12,538 
Bad Debts   619 
Miscellaneous   138 
      
Total  $69,444 
      
Utilities:     
Electricity  $25,581 
Gas   23,557 
Water & Sewer   27,888 
      
Total  $77,026 
      
Repairs and Maintenance:     
Maintenance - Contracts  $16,215 
Maintenance - Salaries   16,763 
Maintenance - Supplies   7,899 
Painting and Decorating   16,124 
Garbage and Trash Removal   15,248 
Exterminating   1,940 
Grounds Maintenance   19,784 
      
Total  $93,973 

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008

 

   2008 
Tax and Insurance:     
Real Estate Taxes  $19,578 
Property & Liability Insurance   43,846 
Payroll Taxes   7,397 
Worker’s Compensation   11,508 
Health Insurance and other Employee Benefits   5,809 
Other Taxes and Insurance   6,512 
      
Total  $94,650 
      
Financial Expenses:     
Interest on Mortgages  $194,036 
MIP/Service Charges   140 
Bank Fees   2,401 
Operational Asset Management Fee   16,440 
Asset Management Fee   88,982 
Partnership Management Fee   41,525 
      
Total  $343,524 

 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

 

BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

 
 

 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

      PAGE
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM   F-2
       
  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:    
       
  BALANCE SHEET   F-3
       
  STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS   F-5
       
  STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL   F-6
       
  STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS   F-7
       
  NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   F-8

  

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of EI Monte

 

We have audited the accompanying balance sheet of Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, as of December 31, 2009 and the related statements of operations, changes in partners’ capital and cash flows for the year then ended. These financial statements are the responsibility of the partnership’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.

 

We conducted our audit in accordance with the Standards of the Public Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. The partnership has determined that it is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. Our audit included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the partnership’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Blessed Rock of El Monte as of December 31, 2009 and the results of its operations, changes in partners’ capital and cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

 
   
Metairie, Louisiana  
February 19, 2010  

   

3421 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 701. Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone (504) 837-0770 . Fax (504) 837-7102

Member of

IGAF Worldwide - Member Firms in Principal Cities . PCAOB - Public Company Accounting Oversight Board

AICPA Centers . Center for Public Company Audit Firms (SEC)

Governmental Audit Quality Center . Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS)

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

ASSETS    
Current Assets     
Cash  $569,007 
Prepaid expenses   41,116 
Total Current Assets   610,123 
Restricted Reserves and Escrows     
Tax and Insurance Escrow   9,530 
Replacement Reserve   164,751 
Tenant Security Deposits   23,845 
Total Restricted Reserves and Escrows   198,126 
Property and Equipment     
Land   1,324,238 
Buildings and Improvements   8,130,654 
Furniture and Equipment   144,029 
Total Property and Equipment   9,598,921 
Less: Accumulated Depreciation   (2,599,615)
Property and Equipment, Net   6,999,306 
Other Assets     
Deferred Fees, Net   21,982 
TOTAL ASSETS  $7,829,537 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL     
Current Liabilities     
Accounts Payable  $4,000 
Accrued Management Fees   4,165 
Accrued Property Tax Exemption Compliance Fee   1,591 
Accrued Interest   13,233 
Accrued Expenses   13,700 
Current Portion Mortgage Payable   61,414 
Prepaid Rents   5,362 
      
Total Current Liabilities   103,465 
      
Deposits & Prepayment Liabilities     
Tenants’ Security Deposits   23,683 
      
Long Term Liabilities     
Mortgage Payable   2,252,440 
Less: Current Portion   (61,414)
Notes Payable   434,024 
Grant Payable   400,000 
Accrued Interest, Long Term   221,111 
      
Total Long Term Liabilities   3,246,161 
      
Total Liabilities   3,373,309 
      
Partners’ Equity     
      
Partners’ Equity   4,456,228 
      
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL  $7,829,537 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

  

Revenue     
Rental Income  $956,056 
Tenant Charges   859 
Miscellaneous revenue   13,822 
Total Revenue   970,737 
      
Operating expenses     
General and administrative   75,894 
Management fee   48,379 
Utilities   64,208 
Repairs and maintenance   93,743 
Tax and insurance   97,754 
Financial expenses   299,301 
      
Total Operating Expenses   679,279 
      
Operating Income (Loss)   291,458 
      
Other Income and (Expenses)     
Interest income   842 
Depreciation and amortization   (231,308)
      
Net Other Income and (Expenses)   230,466 
      
Net Income (Loss)  $60,992 

  

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

  

  

General

Partners

  

Limited

Partners

  

Total

Partners’

Capital

 
Balance - January 1, 2009  $(27,008)  $4,436,845   $4,409,837 
                
Net Income (Loss)   610    60,382    60,992 
                
Distributions to Members   (14,601)   -    (14,601)
                
Balance - December 31, 2009  $(40,999)  $4,497,227   $4,456,228 
                
Percentages   1%   99%   100%

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

Cash flows from operating activities:    
Net Loss  $60,992 
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:     
Depreciation and amortization   231,308 
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable   6,281 
(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses   (41,116)
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable   3,484 
Increase (decrease) in security deposits payable   (42)
Increase (decrease) in accrued management fee   211 
Increase (decrease) in prepaid rent   2,875 
Increase (decrease) in accrued interest payable   (9,741)
Total adjustments   193,260 
Net cash provided (used) by operating activities   254,252 
      
Cash flows from investing activities:     
Purchase of property and equipment   (22,333)
(Deposit) withdrawal tax and insurance escrows   35,669 
(Deposit) withdrawal reserve   13,427 
(Deposit) withdrawal security deposit account   (22)
Net cash provided (used) by investing activities   26,741 
      
Cash flows from financing activities:     
Principal payments on mortgage payable   (57,246)
Principal payments on notes payable   (203,307)
Distributions   (14,601)
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities   (275,154)
      
Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents   5,839 
Cash and equivalents, beginning of year   563,168 
      
Cash and equivalents, end of year  $569,007 
      
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:     
Cash paid during the year for:     
Interest Expense  $161,006 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

NOTE A - NATURE OF OPERATIONS

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, was organized on February 14, 1996 to acquire, construct, own and operate a 137-unit apartment project known as Blessed Rock of El Monte (“the Project”) located in El Monte, California.

 

The Project is eligible and qualifies for low-income housing tax credits in accordance with Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Generally, the low-income housing credit is computed as a percentage of the qualified basis of the property including rehabilitation and is allowed annually during a period of ten years commencing with the years the building is placed into service. In addition, in order to qualify for the credit, the Partnership must conform with certain occupancy standards as set forth in the Code.

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Basis of Accounting

 

The Partnership prepares its financial statements on the accrual basis of accounting consistent with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents include all cash balances and highly liquid investments with a maturity of three months or less at the acquisition date. At December 31, 2009, cash and cash equivalents consist of two unrestricted checking accounts and a petty cash fund. Restricted cash is not considered cash equivalents.

 

Concentration of Credit Risk

 

The Partnership deposits its cash in financial institutions. At times, the account balances may exceed the institution’s federally insured limits. The Partnership has not experienced any losses in such accounts.

 

Tenant Accounts Receivable and Bad Debt Expense

 

Delinquent rent receivables are written off and included in bad debt expense in the period the balances are deemed to be uncollectible, which is generally after the tenant vacates.

 

Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the allowance method be used to recognize bad debts; however, the effect of using the direct write-off method is not materially different from the results that would have been obtained under the allowance method.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Property and Equipment

 

Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Depreciation is provided for in amounts sufficient to relate the cost of depreciable assets to operations over their estimated service lives using the straight-line method. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred; major renewals and betterments are capitalized. When items of property or equipment are sold or retired, the related cost and accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, and any gain or loss is included in income. The rental property is depreciated over estimated service lives as follows:

 

Buildings   27.5 years   Straight-Line
Land Improvements   15 years   Straight-Line
Furnishings & Equipment   5 years   Straight-Line

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

 

In accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 360-10-05-4, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, the partnership reviews its rental property for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of an asset may not be recovered. If the fair value is less than the carrying amount for the asset, an impairment loss is recognized for the difference. No impairment loss has been recognized during the year ended December 31, 2009.

 

Other Assets

 

Other assets consist of Loan Fees and Tax Credit Fees which have been recorded at cost. These costs will be amortized using the straight-line method over a period of 15 and 16 years, respectively.

 

Property Taxes

 

Property taxes are expensed in the year of lien on the property such that twelve months of expense is charged to operations each period.

 

Rental Income

 

Rental income is recognized as rentals become due. Rental payments received in advance are deferred until earned. All leases between the Partnership and the tenants of the property are operating leases.

 

Estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results may differ from those estimates.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Income Taxes

 

Income taxes on Partnership income are levied on the partners at the partner level. Accordingly, all profits and losses of the Partnership are recognized by each partner on its respective tax return. The Partnership has adopted provisions of FASB Accounting Standards Codification Topic ASC 740-10 (previously Financial Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes), on January 1, 2009. The implementation of this standard had no impact on the financial statements. As of both the date of adoption, and as of December 31, 2009, the unrecognized tax benefit accrual was zero. The Partnership will recognize future accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in income tax expense, if incurred. The Partnership’s tax filings are subject to audit by various taxing authorities, and the open audit periods are 2006 through 2008.

 

Fair Value

 

In 2009, the Partnership adopted the Fair Value Measurement topic of the FASB Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 820 which provides guidance for assets and liabilities which are required to be measured at fair value and requires expanded disclosure for fair value measurement. The standard applies whenever other standards require or permit assets or liabilities to be measured at fair value and does not require any new fair value measurements. The implementation of Fair Value Measurement did not have a material impact on the Partnership’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2009.

The standard establishes a fair value hierarchy based on three levels:

 

Level 1 - Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 - Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets.
Level 3 - Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability based on the best available information

 

Affordable housing projects operate in a heavily regulated environment which typically includes restrictions such as land use restrictions, rent restrictions, government subsidies in the form of rental assistance through either rent subsidy or tenant vouchers, subsidized interest mortgage interest rates, and restrictions on selling or transferring the projects.

 

A summary of the methods and significant assumptions used to estimate the fair values of financial instruments is as follows:

 

Short-term financial instruments - The fair value of short-term financial instruments, including cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued liabilities approximate the carrying value in the accompanying financial statements due to the short maturity of such instruments.

 

Long-term liabilities - The fair value of long-term liabilities approximates the carrying value in the accompanying financial statements based on current borrowing rates.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

NOTE C - INTANGIBLE ASSETS

 

Intangible assets at December 31, 2009 were net of accumulated amortization of $84,059. Amortization expense for the same year ended was $6,899. Estimated aggregated amortization expense for each of the next four years is:

 

 2010   $6,899 
 2011    6,899 
 2012    6,899 
 2013    1,285 
        
 Total   $21,982 

 

NOTE D - MORTGAGE PAYABLE

 

The Partnership has entered into a mortgage loan agreement in the original amount of $2,720.000. The terms are set forth below:

 

  a. An interest rate of 7.05% per annum;
  b. Monthly principal and interest payments of $18,188;
  c. A balloon payment of $2,017,000 payable June 1, 2013;
  d. A maturity date of June 1, 2013; and
  e. The funding of a reserve fund for replacing assets of the Project.

 

Future minimum principal payments of the mortgage payable over each of the next five years are as follows:

 

 Year ending December 31,      
 2010   $61,414 
 2011    65,887 
 2012    70,686 
 2013    75,835 
 2014    81,359 
 Thereafter    1,897,259 
     $2,252,440 

 

The liability of the Partnership under the mortgage loan is limited to the underlying value of the property and equipment collateral in addition to other amounts deposited with the lender. For the year ended December 31, 2009, interest expense was $160,670 and accrued interest was $13,233.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

NOTE D - MORTGAGE PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

Replacement Reserve

 

In accordance with the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership is required to establish and maintain a replacement reserve account for the purpose of capital improvements. The reserve account is to be funded in the amount of $20,544 per year. As of December 31, 2009, the balance of the replacement reserve was $164,751.

 

NOTE E - NOTES PAYABLE

 

Notes payable at December 31, 2009 consist of the following:

 

A 4% note payable in the amount of $250,878 with a term of 15 years, is payable to El Monte Community Redevelopment Agency (“RDA”), secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Payments of interest and principal are made annually beginning on April 1, 2003, and thereafter each April 1, until the outstanding principal balance of note and all accrued interest are paid in full. Payments are to be paid from 50% of the residual rental income, as defined in the promissory note agreement. Payments, if any, are applied first to accrued interest and second to principal on the note. As of December 31, 2009, the balance of the note payable was $3,377. At December 31, 2009, accrued interest on the note was $33.

 

A 1% note payable in the amount of $430,647 with a term of 30 years beginning April 3, 1996, is payable to RDA for various development fees, secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Commencing April 3, 1997, and thereafter on each April 3 for the following six succeeding years, payments of $4,239 were due. Payments increase to $8,478 April 3, 2004 and continue for the next seven succeeding years. On April 3, 2012, payments increase to $32,534 and continue for the next 14 succeeding years, or until paid in full. Payments to be paid from 50% of residual rental income, as defined in promissory note agreement. Payments are applied first to interest. As of December 31, 2009, the balance of the development fee note payable was $430,647. At December 31, 2009, accrued interest on the note was $1,078.

 

Grant loan payable

 

The Partnership received a loan of $400,000 on April 3, 1996 from the City of El Monte as part of a public program to ensure affordable housing for senior citizen tenants. Interest accrues on the principal amount at 4%, with a term of 55 years. The loan is secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. At maturity, the principal amount of the loan and all accrued interest shall be deemed discharged and waived by the City unless there is an occurrence of an event of default, as specified under the loan agreement. If default occurs, the City of El Monte is entitled to exercise its rights and the entire principal amount outstanding and any accrued interest could become due and payable at the option of the City of El Monte. Accrued interest at December 31, 2009 was $220,000.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

NOTE E - NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

Accrued interest at December 31, 2009 is as follows:

 

4% note payable  $33 
1% note payable   1,078 
Grant loan   220,000 
      
Total accrued interest on second mortgage  $221,111 

 

NOTE F - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Operational Asset Management Fee

 

The Partnership Agreement provides for an asset management fee equal to $10 per unit per month, to accrue to the Managing General Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee to be paid is cumulative if not paid each year. During the year ended December 31, 2009, an operational asset management fee of $16,440 was expensed and paid.

 

Asset Management Fee

 

The Partnership Agreement provides for am asset management fee equal to 30% of Remaining Cash, as defined, to accrue to the Limited Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee is cumulative if not paid each year. During the year ended December 31, 2009, $50,417 was expensed and paid.

 

Incentive Management Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the General Partner an incentive management fee equal to 40% of Remaining Cash, as defined. The incentive management fee shall be paid from available cash flow and does not accrue from year to year. For the year ended December 31, 2009, an incentive management fee of $23,528 was expensed and paid.

 

Reporting Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the Limited Partner a reporting fee equal to 15% of the Cash Flow from Operations, as defined, but should not be less than $6,000 for each Limited Partner. The reporting fee shall be paid from available cash flow and accrued from year to year. During the year ended December 31, 2009, a reporting fee of $17,646 was earned and paid.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

NOTE F - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS (CONTINUED)

 

Property Tax Exemption Compliance Fee

 

Pursuant to the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership shall pay to the Managing General Partner an annual fee of $1,500 for ensuring the Partnership is in compliance with the Property Tax Exemption requirements. The annual fee shall be increased by 3% each year, beginning in 2007 and continuing each year thereafter. For the year ended December 31, 2009, $4,636 was expensed of which $1,591 remained payable at year-end.

 

NOTE G - MANAGEMENT FEE

 

Effective July 19, 2007, the Partnership entered into an agreement with Professional Property Management, LLC (“PPM”), an unrelated party, in connection with the management of the Project’s rental operations. For the year ended December 31, 2009, management fees expensed totaled $48,379 of which $4,165 remained payable.

 

NOTE H - PROFITS, LOSSES AND DISTRIBUTIONS

 

In general, income (loss), tax credits and cash flow from operations are allocated 98.99% to the Limited Partners, .01% to the Special Limited Partner, .99% to the General Partner and .01% to the Managing General Partner.

Income (loss) and cash flow from sources other than operations will be allocated pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement regarding such.

 

NOTE I - ADVERTISING

 

The Partnership expenses advertising costs as they are incurred. Advertising expenses for the year ended December 31, 2009 amounted to $175.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

NOTE J - CONTINGENCIES

 

Housing Tax Credits

 

As incentive for investment equity, the Partnership applied for and received an allocation certificate for housing tax credits established by the Tax Reform Act of 1986. To qualify for the tax credits, the Partnership must meet certain requirements, including attaining a qualified basis sufficient to support the credit allocation. In addition, tenant eligibility and rental charges are restricted in accordance with Internal Revenue Code Section 42. Management has certified that each tax credit unit has met these qualifications to allow the credits allocated to each unit to be claimed. Compliance with these regulations must be maintained in each of the ten consecutive years of the compliance period. Failure to maintain compliance with occupant eligibility, unit gross rent, or to correct noncompliance within a reasonable time period could result in recapture of previously claimed tax credits plus interest.

 

NOTE K - CURRENT VULNERABILITY DUE TO CERTAIN CONCENTRATIONS

 

The Partnership’s sole asset is the apartment complex. The Partnership’s operations are concentrated in the affordable housing real estate market. In addition, the Partnership operates in a heavily regulated environment. The operations of the Partnership are subject to the administrative directives, rules and regulations of federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Such administrative directives, rules and regulations are subject to change by an act of Congress. Such changes may occur with little notice or inadequate funding to pay for the related cost, including the additional administrative burden, to comply with a change.

 

NOTE L - SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

FASB ASC 855, Subsequent Events, addresses events which occur after the balance sheet date but before the issuance of financial statements. An entity must record the effects of subsequent events that provide evidence about conditions that existed at the balance sheet date and must disclose but not record the effects of subsequent events which provide evidence about conditions that existed after the balance sheet date. Additionally, Topic 855 requires disclosure relative to the date through which subsequent events have been evaluated and whether that is the date on which the financial statements were issued or were available to be issued. Management evaluated the activity of Blessed Rock of El Monte through February 19, 2010, the date the financial statements were issued, and concluded that no subsequent events have occurred that would require recognition in the Financial Statements or disclosure in the Notes to the Financial Statements.

 

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ACCOMPANYING INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION

ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

Our audit of the 2009 financial statements presented in the preceding section of this report was for the purpose of forming an opinion on such financial statements taken as a whole. The accompanying information shown on the following pages is presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required part of the basic financial statements. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audits of the basic financial statements and, in our opinion, is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the 2009 basic financial statements taken as a whole.

 

   
Metairie, Louisiana  
February 19, 2010  

 

3421 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 701. Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone (504) 837-0770 . Fax (504) 837-7102

Member of

IGAF Worldwide - Member Firms in Principal Cities . PCAOB - Public Company Accounting Oversight Board

AICPA Centers . Center for Public Company Audit Firms (SEC)

Governmental Audit Quality Center . Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS)

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

A. SCHEDULES OF EXPENSES     
    2009 
      
General and Administrative:     
Administrative - Salaries  $35,355 
Marketing and advertising   175 
Legal Fees   628 
Audit Expense   5,205 
Training   1,742 
Credit Reports   334 
Office Supplies   10,062 
Telephone Expenses   8,869 
Social Programming   12,924 

Miscellaneous

   600 
      
Total  $75,894 
      
Utilities:     
Electricity  $20,313 
Gas   15,442 
Water & Sewer   28,453 
      
Total  $64,208 
      
Repairs and Maintenance:     
Maintenance - Contracts  $32,083 
Maintenance - Salaries   16,832 
Maintenance - Supplies   6,936 
Painting and Decorating   5,547 
Garbage and Trash Removal   16,798 
Exterminating   3,635 
Grounds Maintenance   11,912 
      
Total  $93,743 

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2009

 

    2009 
Tax and Insurance:     
Real Estate Taxes  $24,500 
Property & Liability Insurance   42,489 
Payroll Taxes   9,063 
Worker’s Compensation   10,138 
Health Insurance and other Employee Benefits   4,719 
Other Taxes and Insurance   6,845 
      
Total  $97,754 
      
Financial Expenses:     
Interest on Mortgages  $185,372 
Service Charges   182 
Bank Fees   1,080 
Reporting Fee   17,646 
Operational Asset Management Fee   16,440 
Property Tax Exemption Compliance Fee   4,636 
Asset Management Fee   50,417 
Partnership Management Fee   23,528 
Total  $299,301 

 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

 

BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

 
 

 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

    PAGE
     
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM   F-2
     
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:    
     
BALANCE SHEET   F-3
     
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS   F-5
     
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL   F-6
     
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS   F-7
     
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   F-8
     
ACCOMPANYING INFORMATION:    
     
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   F-17
     
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION   F-18

 

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

We have audited the accompanying balance sheet of Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, as of December 31, 2010 and the related statements of operations, changes in partners’ capital and cash flows for the year then ended. These financial statements are the responsibility of the partnership’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.

 

We conducted our audit in accordance with the Standards of the Public Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. The partnership has determined that it is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. Our audit included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the partnership’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Blessed Rock of El Monte as of December 31, 2010 and the results of its operations, changes in partners’ capital and cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

   
Metairie, Louisiana  
February 4, 2011  

 

3421 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 701. Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone (504) 837-0770 . Fax (504) 837-7102

Member of

IGAF Worldwide - Member Firms in Principal Cities . PCAOB - Public Company Accounting Oversight Board

AICPA Centers . Center for Public Company Audit Firms (SEC)

Governmental Audit Quality Center . Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS)

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

ASSETS     
      
Current Assets     
Cash  $465,732 
Prepaid Operational Asset Management Fees   8,220 
Prepaid Expenses   40,979 
      
Total Current Assets   514,931 
      
Restricted Reserves and Escrows     
Tax and Insurance Escrow   10,618 
Replacement Reserve   185,580 
Tenant Security Deposits   24,109 
Total Restricted Reserves and Escrows    220,307 
      
Property and Equipment     
      
Land and Improvements   1,333,738 
Buildings   8,158,504 
Furniture and Equipment   179,205 
Total Property and Equipment   9,671,447 
Less: Accumulated Depreciation   (2,828,737)
Property and Equipment, Net   6,842,710 
      
Other Assets     
      
Deferred Fees, Net   15,083 
      
TOTAL ASSETS  $7,593,031 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL     
      
Current Liabilities     
Accounts Payable  $3,062 
Accrued Management Fees   4,043 
Accrued Interest   12,872 
Accrued Expenses   13,700 
Current Portion Mortgage Payable   65,887 
Prepaid Rents   63 
      
Total Current Liabilities   99,627 
      
Deposits & Prepayment Liabilities     
Tenants’ Security Deposits   23,955 
      
Long Term Liabilities     
Mortgage Payable   2,191,026 
Less: Current Portion   (65,887)
Notes Payable   251,515 
Grant Payable   400,000 
Accrued Interest, Long Term   236,000 
      
Total Long Term Liabilities   3,012,654 
      
Total Liabilities   3,136,236 
      
Partners’ Equity     
      
Partners’ Equity   4,456,795 
      
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL  $7,593,031 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

Revenue     
Rental Income  $978,070 
Tenant Charges   1,785 
Miscellaneous revenue   11,954 
      
Total Revenue   991,809 
      
Operating expenses     
General and administrative   72,703 
Management fee   48,614 
Utilities   64,911 
Repairs and maintenance   147,707 
Tax and insurance   93,287 
Financial expenses   259,844 
      
Total Operating Expenses   687,066 
      
Operating Income (Loss)   304,743 
      
Other Income and (Expenses)     
Interest income   395 
Depreciation and amortization   (236,021)
      
Net Other Income and (Expenses)   235,626 
      
Net Income (Loss)  $69,117 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

           Total 
   General   Limited   Partners’ 
   Partners   Partners   Capital 
             
Balance - January 1, 2010  $(40,999)  $4,497,227   $4,456,228 
                
Net Income (Loss)   691    68,426    69,117 
                
Distributions to Members   (34,275)   (34,275)   (68,550)
                
Balance - December 31, 2010  $(74,583)  $4,531,378   $4,456,795 
                
Percentages   1%   99%   100%

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

Cash flows from operating activities:     
Net Income (Loss)  $69,117 
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash     
provided by operating activities:     
Depreciation and amortization   236,021 
(Increase) decrease in prepaid operational asset management fees   (8,220)
(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses   137 
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable   (938)
Increase (decrease) in security deposits payable   272 
Increase (decrease) in accrued management fee   (122)
Increase (decrease) in accrued property tax exemption compliance fee   (1,591)
Increase (decrease) in prepaid rent   (5,299)
Increase (decrease) in accrued interest payable   18,230 
Total adjustments   238,490 
Net cash provided (used) by operating activities   307,607 
      
Cash flows from investing activities:     
Purchase of property and equipment   (72,526)
(Deposit) withdrawal tax and insurance escrows   (1,088)
(Deposit) withdrawal reserve   (20,829)
(Deposit) withdrawal security deposit account   (264)
Net cash provided (used) by investing activities   (94,707)
      
Cash flows from financing activities:     
Principal payments on mortgage payable   (61,414)
Principal payments on notes payable   (182,509)
Accrued interest payment - notes payable   (3,702)
Distributions   (68,550)
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities   (316,175)
      
Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents   (103,275)
Cash and equivalents, beginning of year   569,007 
      
Cash and equivalents, end of year  $465,732 
      
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:     
Cash paid during the year for:     
      
Interest Expense  $160,540 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

NOTE A - NATURE OF OPERATIONS

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, (“the Partnership”) was organized on February 14, 1996 to acquire, construct, own and operate a 137-unit apartment project known as Blessed Rock of El Monte (“the Project”) located in El Monte, California (“the Project”). The term of the Partnership shall extend until December 31, 2047, unless sooner terminated as provided in the Partnership Agreement.

 

The Project is eligible and qualifies for low-income housing tax credits in accordance with Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Generally, the low-income housing credit is computed as a percentage of the qualified basis of the property including rehabilitation and is allowed annually during a period of ten years commencing with the years the building is placed into service. In addition, in order to qualify for the credit, the Partnership must conform with certain occupancy standards as set forth in the Code.

 

The General Partner is Everland, Inc. The Managing General Partner is Community Housing Assistance Program, Inc., a non-profit corporation. The Limited Partners are WNC Housing Tax Credit Fund V, L.P., Series 3, and WNC Housing Tax Credit Fund V, L.P., Series 4. The Special Limited Partner is WNC Housing, L.P.

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Basis of Accounting

 

The Partnership prepares its financial statements on the accrual basis of accounting consistent with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents include all cash balances and highly liquid investments with a maturity of three months or less at the acquisition date. At December 31, 2010, cash and cash equivalents consist of two unrestricted checking accounts and a petty cash fund. Restricted cash is not considered cash equivalents.

 

Tenant Accounts Receivable and Bad Debt Expense

 

Tenant rent charges for the current month are due on the first of the month. Tenants who are evicted or move-out are charged with damages or cleaning fees, if applicable. Tenant receivable consists of amounts due from rental income, security deposit or the charges for damages and cleaning fees. The Partnership does not accrue interest on the tenant receivable balances.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Tenant receivables are charged to bad debt expense when they are determined to be uncollectible based upon a periodic review or the accounts by management. Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the allowance method be used to recognize bad debts; however, the effect of using the direct write-off method is not materially different from the results that would have been obtained under the allowance method. Bad debts expensed for the year ended December 31, 2010 totaled $185.

 

Property and Equipment

 

Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Depreciation is provided for in amounts sufficient to relate the cost of depreciable assets to operations over their estimated service lives using the straight-line method. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred; major renewals and betterments are capitalized. When items of property or equipment are sold or retired, the related cost and accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, and any gain or loss is included in income. The rental property is depreciated over estimated service lives as follows:

 

Buildings 27.5 - 40 years Straight-Line
Land Improvements 15 - 20 years Straight-Line
Furnishings & Equipment 5 - 10 years Straight-Line

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

 

In accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 360-10-05-4, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, the partnership reviews its rental property for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of an asset may not be recovered. If the fair value is less than the carrying amount for the asset, an impairment loss is recognized for the difference. No impairment loss has been recognized during the year ended December 31, 2010.

 

Other Assets

 

Financing costs are amortized over the term of the mortgage loan using the straight-line method. Generally accepted accounting principles require that the effective yield method be used to amortize financing costs; however, the effect of using the straight-line method is not material to the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2010.

 

Property Taxes

 

Property taxes are expensed in the year of lien on the property such that twelve months of expense is charged to operations each period.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Rental Income

 

Rental income is recognized as rentals become due. Rental payments received in advance are deferred until earned. All leases between the Partnership and the tenants of the property are operating leases.

 

Fair Value

 

In 2009, the Partnership adopted the Fair Value Measurement topic of the FASB Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 820 which provides guidance for assets and liabilities which are required to be measured at fair value and requires expanded disclosure for fair value measurement. The standard applies whenever other standards require or permit assets or liabilities to be measured at fair value and does not require any new fair value measurements. The implementation of Fair Value Measurement did not have a material impact on the Partnership’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2010.

 

The standard establishes a fair value hierarchy based on three levels:

 

Level 1- Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2- Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets.
Level 3- Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability based on the best available information.

 

Affordable housing projects operate in a heavily regulated environment which typically includes restrictions such as land use restrictions, rent restrictions, government subsidies in the form of rental assistance through either rent subsidy or tenant vouchers, subsidized interest mortgage interest rates, and restrictions on selling or transferring the projects.

 

A summary of the methods and significant assumptions used to estimate the fair values of financial instruments is as follows:

 

Short-term financial instruments - The fair value of short-term financial instruments, including cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued liabilities approximate the carrying value in the accompanying financial statements due to the short maturity of such instruments.

 

Long-term liabilities - The fair value of long-term liabilities approximates the carrying value in the accompanying financial statements based on current borrowing rates.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Income Taxes

 

Income taxes on Partnership income are levied on the partners at the partner level. Accordingly, all profits and losses of the Partnership are recognized by each partner on its respective tax return. The Partnership has adopted provisions of FASB Accounting Standards Codification Topic ASC 740-10 (previously Financial Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes), on January 1, 2009. The implementation of this standard had no impact on the financial statements. As of both the date of adoption, and as of December 31, 2010, the unrecognized tax benefit accrual was zero. The Partnership will recognize future accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in income tax expense, if incurred. The Partnership’s tax filings are subject to audit by various taxing authorities, and the open audit periods are 2007 through 2009.

 

Use of Estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results may differ from those estimates.

 

Concentration of Credit Risk

 

The Partnership deposits its cash in financial institutions. At times, the account balances may exceed the institution’s federally insured limits. The Partnership has not experienced any losses in such accounts.

 

The Partnership’s sole asset is the apartment complex. The Partnership’s operations are concentrated in the affordable housing real estate market. In addition, the Partnership operates in a heavily regulated environment. The operations of the Partnership are subject to the administrative directives, rules and regulations of federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Such administrative directives, rules and regulations are subject to change by an act of Congress. Such changes may occur with little notice or inadequate funding to pay for the related cost, including the additional administrative burden, to comply with a change.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

NOTE C - INTANGIBLE ASSETS

 

Intangible assets at December 31, 2010 consist of financing costs which were net of accumulated amortization of $90,958. Amortization expense for the same year ended was $6,899. Estimated aggregated amortization expense for each of the next three years is:

 

 2011   $6,899 
 2012    6,899 
 2013    1,285 
        
 Total   $15,083 

 

NOTE D - MORTGAGE PAYABLE

 

The Partnership has entered into a mortgage loan agreement in the original amount of $2,720.000. The terms are set forth below:

 

a.An interest rate of 7.05% per annum;
b.Monthly principal and interest payments of $18,188;
c.A balloon payment of $2,017,000 payable June 1, 2013;
d.A maturity date of June 1, 2013; and
e.The funding of a reserve fund for replacing assets of the Project.

 

Mortgage loan principal payments for each of the next three years are estimated as follows:

 

 2011   $65,887 
 2012    70,686 
 2013    2,054,453 
        
     $2,191,026 

 

The liability of the Partnership under the mortgage loan is limited to the underlying value of the property and equipment collateral in addition to other amounts deposited with the lender. For the year ended December 31, 2010, interest expense was $156,477 and accrued interest was $12,872.

 

Replacement Reserve

 

In accordance with the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership is required to establish and maintain a replacement reserve account for the purpose of capital improvements. The reserve account is to be funded in the amount of $20,544 per year. As of December 31, 2010, the balance of the replacement reserve was $185,580.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

NOTE E - NOTES PAYABLE

 

Notes payable at December 31, 2010 consist of the following:

 

A 4% note payable in the amount of $250,878 with a term of 15 years, is payable to El Monte Community Redevelopment Agency (“RDA”), secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Payments of interest and principal are made annually beginning on April 1, 2003, and thereafter each April 1, until the outstanding principal balance of note and all accrued interest are paid in full. Payments are to be paid from 50% of the residual rental income, as defined in the promissory note agreement. Payments, if any, are applied first to accrued interest and second to principal on the note. During 2010, all accrued interest and principal was paid in full. As of December 31, 2010, the balance of the note payable and the accrued interest on the note was $0.

 

A 1% note payable in the amount of $430,647 with a term of 30 years beginning April 3, 1996, is payable to RDA for various development fees, secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Commencing April 3, 1997, and thereafter on each April 3 for the following six succeeding years, payments of $4,239 were due. Payments increase to $8,478 April 3, 2004 and continue for the next seven succeeding years. On April 3, 2012, payments increase to $32,534 and continue for the next 14 succeeding years, or until paid in full. Payments to be paid from 50% of residual rental income, as defined in promissory note agreement. Payments are applied first to interest. As of December 31, 2010, the balance of the development fee note payable was $251,515. At December 31, 2010, accrued interest on the note was $0.

 

Grant loan payable

 

The Partnership received a loan of $400,000 on April 3, 1996 from the City of El Monte as part of a public program to ensure affordable housing for senior citizen tenants. Interest accrues on the principal amount at 4%, with a term of 55 years. The loan is secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. At maturity, the principal amount of the loan and all accrued interest shall be deemed discharged and waived by the City unless there is an occurrence of an event of default, as specified under the loan agreement. If default occurs, the City of El Monte is entitled to exercise its rights and the entire principal amount outstanding and any accrued interest could become due and payable at the option of the City of El Monte. Accrued interest at December 31, 2010 was $236,000.

 

NOTE F - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Operational Asset Management Fee

 

The Partnership Agreement provides for an asset management fee equal to $10 per unit per month, to accrue to the Managing General Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee to be paid is cumulative if not paid each year. During the year ended December 31, 2010, an operational asset management fee of $16,440 was expensed, of which $8,220 remained payable at year-end.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

NOTE F - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS (CONTINUED)

 

Asset Management Fee

 

The Partnership Agreement provides for am asset management fee equal to 30% of Remaining Cash, as defined, to accrue to the Limited Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee is cumulative if not paid each year. No asset management fee was expensed and paid during the year ended December 31, 2010.

 

Incentive Management Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the General Partner an incentive management fee equal to 40% of Remaining Cash, as defined. The incentive management fee shall be paid from available cash flow and does not accrue from year to year. For the year ended December 31, 2010, an incentive management fee of $45,700 was expensed and paid.

 

Reporting Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the Limited Partner a reporting fee equal to 15% of the Cash Flow from Operations, as defined, but should not be less than $6,000 for each Limited Partner. The reporting fee shall be paid from available cash flow and accrued from year to year. During the year ended December 31, 2010, a reporting fee of $20,162 was earned and paid.

 

Property Tax Exemption Compliance Fee

 

Pursuant to the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership shall pay to the Managing General Partner an annual fee of $1,500 for ensuring the Partnership is in compliance with the Property Tax Exemption requirements. The annual fee shall be increased by 3% each year, beginning in 2007 and continuing each year thereafter. For the year ended December 31, 2010, $1,639 was expensed of which $0 remained payable at year-end.

 

NOTE G - MANAGEMENT FEE

 

Effective July 19, 2007, the Partnership entered into an agreement with Professional Property Management, LLC (“PPM”), an unrelated party, in connection with the management of the Project’s rental operations. In accordance with the management agreement, PPM earns fees of 5% of monthly gross collections. Fees earned for services rendered in connection with the leasing and operation of the Project amounted to $48,614 for the year ended December 31, 2010. At December 31, 2010, $4,043 in management fees remained payable.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

 

NOTE H - PROFITS, LOSSES AND DISTRIBUTIONS

 

In general, income (loss), tax credits and cash flow from operations are allocated 98.99% to the Limited Partners, .01% to the Special Limited Partner, .99% to the General Partner and .01% to the Managing General Partner.

 

Income (loss) and cash flow from sources other than operations will be allocated pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement regarding such.

 

NOTE I – ADVERTISING

 

The Partnership expenses advertising costs as they are incurred. Advertising expenses for the year ended December 31, 2010 amounted to $840.

 

NOTE J – CONTINGENCIES

 

Housing Tax Credits

 

As incentive for investment equity, the Partnership applied for and received an allocation certificate for housing tax credits established by the Tax Reform Act of 1986. To qualify for the tax credits, the Partnership must meet certain requirements, including attaining a qualified basis sufficient to support the credit allocation. In addition, tenant eligibility and rental charges are restricted in accordance with Internal Revenue Code Section 42. Management has certified that each tax credit unit has met these qualifications to allow the credits allocated to each unit to be claimed. Compliance with these regulations must be maintained in each of the ten consecutive years of the compliance period. Failure to maintain compliance with occupant eligibility, unit gross rent, or to correct noncompliance within a reasonable time period could result in recapture of previously claimed tax credits plus interest.

 

NOTE K - SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

FASB ASC 855, Subsequent Events, addresses events which occur after the balance sheet date but before the issuance of financial statements. An entity must record the effects of subsequent events that provide evidence about conditions that existed at the balance sheet date and must disclose but not record the effects of subsequent events which provide evidence about conditions that existed after the balance sheet date. Additionally, Topic 855 requires disclosure relative to the date through which subsequent events have been evaluated and whether that is the date on which the financial statements were issued or were available to be issued. Management evaluated the activity of Blessed Rock of El Monte through February 4, 2011, the date the financial statements were issued, and concluded that no subsequent events have occurred that would require recognition in the Financial Statements or disclosure in the Notes to the Financial Statements.

 

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ACCOMPANYING INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION

ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

Our audit of the 2010 financial statements presented in the preceding section of this report was for the purpose of forming an opinion on such financial statements taken as a whole. The accompanying information shown on the following pages is presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required part of the basic financial statements. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audits of the basic financial statements and, in our opinion, is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the 2010 basic financial statements taken as a whole.

 

   
Metairie Louisiana
February 4, 2011

 

3421 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 701. Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone (504) 837-0770 . Fax (504) 837-7102

Member of

IGAF Worldwide - Member Firms in Principal Cities . PCAOB - Public Company Accounting Oversight Board

AICPA Centers . Center for Public Company Audit Firms (SEC)

Governmental Audit Quality Center . Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS)

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

A. SCHEDULES OF EXPENSES     
    2010 
      
General and Administrative:     
Administrative - Salaries  $35,260 
Marketing and advertising   840 
Audit Expense   6,033 
Training   152 
Credit Reports   274 
Office Supplies   7,030 
Telephone Expenses   9,405 
Social Programming   13,492 
Bad Debts   185 
Miscellaneous   32 
      
Total  $72,703 
      
Utilities:     
Electricity  $18,535 
Gas   16,481 
Water & Sewer   29,895 
      
Total  $64,911 
      
Repairs and Maintenance:     
Maintenance - Contracts  $50,054 
Maintenance - Salaries   15,992 
Maintenance - Supplies   12,322 
Painting and Decorating   31,481 
Garbage and Trash Removal   17,395 
Exterminating   1,750 
Grounds Maintenance   18,713 
      
Total  $147,707 

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010

 

   2010 
Tax and Insurance:     
Real Estate Taxes  $25,423 
Property & Liability Insurance   42,499 
Payroll Taxes   9,937 
Worker’s Compensation   10,146 
Health Insurance and other Employee Benefits   2,858 
Other Taxes and Insurance   2,424 
      
Total  $93,287 
      
Financial Expenses:     
Interest on Mortgages  $175,068 
Service Charges   748 
Bank Fees   87 
Reporting Fee   20,162 
Operational Asset Management Fee   16,440 
Property Tax Exemption Compliance Fee   1,639 
Partnership Management Fee   45,700 
      
Total  $259,844 

 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

 

BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

 
 

 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

    PAGE
     
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM   F-2
     
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:    
     
BALANCE SHEET   F-3
     
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS   F-5
     
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL   F-6
     
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS   F-7
     
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   F-8
     
ACCOMPANYING INFORMATION:    
     
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   F-17
     
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION   F-18

 

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

To the Partners
Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

We have audited the accompanying balance sheet of Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, as of December 31, 2011 and the related statements of operations, changes in partners’ capital and cash flows for the year then ended. These financial statements are the responsibility of the partnership’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.

 

We conducted our audit in accordance with the Standards of the Public Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. The partnership has determined that it is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. Our audit included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the partnership’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Blessed Rock of El Monte as of December 31, 2011 and the results of its operations, changes in partners’ capital and cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

 

 

Metairie, Louisiana

January 27, 2012

 

3421 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 701. Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone (504) 837-0770 . Fax (504) 837-7102

Member of

IGAF Worldwide - Member Firms in Principal Cities . PCAOB - Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
AICPA Centers . Center for Public Company Audit Firms (SEC)
Governmental Audit Quality Center . Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS)

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

ASSETS     
      
Current Assets     
Cash  $504,935 
Prepaid Operational Asset Management Fees   8,220 
Total Current Assets   513,155 
      
Restricted Reserves and Escrows     
Tax and Insurance Escrow   51,562 
Replacement Reserve   156,955 
Tenant Security Deposits   24,208 
Total Restricted Reserves and Escrows   232,725 
      
Property and Equipment     
Land and Improvements   1,333,738 
Buildings   8,158,505 
Furniture and Equipment   229,170 
Total Property and Equipment   9,721,413 
Less: Accumulated Depreciation   (3,059,645)
Property and Equipment, Net   6,661,768 
      
Other Assets     
Deferred Fees, Net   8,184 
      
TOTAL ASSETS  $7,415,832 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL     
Current Liabilities     
Accounts Payable  $3,231 
Accrued Management Fees   4,071 
Accrued Interest   12,485 
Accrued Expenses   13,700 
Current Portion Mortgage Payable   70,686 
Prepaid Rents   742 
Total Current Liabilities   104,915 
      
Deposits & Prepayment Liabilities     
Tenants’ Security Deposits   24,032 
      
Long Term Liabilities     
Mortgage Payable   2,125,140 
Less: Current Portion   (70,686)
Notes Payable   79,225 
Grant Payable   400,000 
Accrued Interest, Long Term   252,000 
Total Long Term Liabilities   2,785,679 
      
Total Liabilities   2,914,626 
      
Partners’ Equity     
Partners’ Equity   4,501,206 
      
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL  $7,415,832 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

Revenue     
Rental Income  $973,875 
Tenant Charges   1,410 
Laundry and Vending   11,549 
Total Revenue   986,834 
Operating expenses     
General and administrative   130,360 
Utilities   64,585 
Repairs and maintenance   160,813 
Tax and insurance   97,331 
Interest on financing   168,816 
Total Operating Expenses   621,905 
Operating Income (Loss)   364,929 
Other Income and (Expenses)     
Interest income   268 
Depreciation and amortization   (237,808)
Operational asset management fee   (16,440)
Property tax exemption compliance fee   (1,688)
Reporting fee   (21,140)
Incentive management fee   (12,000)
Net Other Income and (Expenses)   288,808 
Net Income (Loss)  $76,121 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

   General Partners   Limited Partners   Total Partners’ Capital 
Balance - January 1, 2011  $(74,583)  $4,531,378   $4,456,795 
                
Net Income (Loss)   761    75,360    76,121 
                
Distributions to Members   (15,855)   (15,855)   (31,710)
                
Balance - December 31, 2011  $(89,677)  $4,590,883   $4,501,206 
                
Percentages   1%   99%   100%

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

Cash flows from operating activities:     
Net Income (Loss)  $76,121 
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:     
Depreciation and amortization   237,808 
(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses   40,979 
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable   169 
Increase (decrease) in security deposits payable   77 
Increase (decrease) in accrued management fee   28 
Increase (decrease) in prepaid rent   678 
Increase (decrease) in accrued interest payable   16,451 
Total adjustments   296,190 
Net cash provided (used) by operating activities   372,311 
Cash flows from investing activities:     
Purchase of property and equipment   (49,966)
(Deposit) withdrawal tax and insurance escrows   (40,944)
(Deposit) withdrawal reserve   28,625 
(Deposit) withdrawal security deposit account   (99)
Net cash provided (used) by investing activities   (62,384)
Cash flows from financing activities:     
Principal payments on mortgage payable   (65,886)
Principal payments on notes payable   (172,290)
Accrued interest payment - notes payable   (838)
Distributions   (31,710)
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities   (270,724)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents   39,203 
Cash and equivalents, beginning of year   465,732 
Cash and equivalents, end of year  $504,935 
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:     
Cash paid during the year for: Interest Expense  $153,204 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

NOTE A - NATURE OF OPERATIONS

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, (“the Partnership”) was organized on February 14, 1996 to acquire, construct, own and operate a 137-unit apartment project known as Blessed Rock of El Monte (“the Project”) located in El Monte, California (“the Project”). The term of the Partnership shall extend until December 31, 2047, unless sooner terminated as provided in the Partnership Agreement.

 

The Project is eligible and qualifies for low-income housing tax credits in accordance with Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Generally, the low-income housing credit is computed as a percentage of the qualified basis of the property including rehabilitation and is allowed annually during a period of ten years commencing with the years the building is placed into service. In addition, in order to qualify for the credit, the Partnership must conform with certain occupancy standards as set forth in the Code.

 

The General Partner is Everland, Inc. The Managing General Partner is Community Housing Assistance Program, Inc., a non-profit corporation. The Limited Partners are WNC Housing Tax Credit Fund V, L.P., Series 3, and WNC Housing Tax Credit Fund V, L.P., Series 4. The Special Limited Partner is WNC Housing, L.P.

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Basis of Accounting

 

The Partnership prepares its financial statements on the accrual basis of accounting consistent with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents include all cash balances and highly liquid investments with a maturity of three months or less at the acquisition date. At December 31, 2011, cash and cash equivalents consist of two unrestricted checking accounts and a petty cash fund. Restricted cash is not considered cash equivalents.

 

Tenant Accounts Receivable and Bad Debt Expense

 

Tenant rent charges for the current month are due on the first of the month. Tenants who are evicted or move-out are charged with damages or cleaning fees, if applicable. Tenant receivable consists of amounts due from rental income, security deposit or the charges for damages and cleaning fees. The Partnership does not accrue interest on the tenant receivable balances.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Tenant receivables are charged to bad debt expense when they are determined to be uncollectible based upon a periodic review or the accounts by management. Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the allowance method be used to recognize bad debts; however, the effect of using the direct write-off method is not materially different from the results that would have been obtained under the allowance method. Bad debts expensed for the year ended December 31, 2011 totaled $433.

 

Property and Equipment

 

Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Depreciation is provided for in amounts sufficient to relate the cost of depreciable assets to operations over their estimated service lives using the straight-line method. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred; major renewals and betterments are capitalized. When items of property or equipment are sold or retired, the related cost and accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, and any gain or loss is included in income. The rental property is depreciated over estimated service lives as follows:

 

Buildings 27.5 - 40 years Straight-Line
Land Improvements 15 - 20 years Straight-Line
Furnishings & Equipment 5 - 10 years Straight-Line

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

 

In accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 360-10-05-4, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, the partnership reviews its rental property for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of an asset may not be recovered. If the fair value is less than the carrying amount for the asset, an impairment loss is recognized for the difference. No impairment loss has been recognized during the year ended December 31, 2011.

 

Other Assets

 

The Partnership incurred financing costs in connection with the mortgage. These costs have been capitalized and are being amortized using the straight-line method over the 16-year terms of the mortgages. In addition, the Partnership incurred costs in connection with obtaining the tax credits, which are being amortized over a term of 15 years. Generally accepted accounting principles require that the effective yield method be used to amortize financing costs; however, the effect of using the straight-line method is not material to the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2011.

 

Property Taxes

 

Property taxes are expensed in the year of lien on the property such that twelve months of expense is charged to operations each period.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Rental Income

 

Rental income is recognized as rentals become due. Rental payments received in advance are deferred until earned. All leases between the Partnership and the tenants of the property are operating leases.

 

Income Taxes

 

The Partnership has elected to be treated as a pass-through entity for income tax purposes and, as such, is not subject to income taxes. Rather, all items of taxable income, deductions and tax credits are passed through to and are reported by its owners on their respective income tax returns. The Partnership’s federal tax status as a pass-through entity is based on its legal status as a Partnership. Accordingly, the Partnership is required to file and does file tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service and other taxing authorities. Accordingly, these financial statements do not reflect a provision for income taxes and the Partnership has not other tax positions which it must consider for disclosure. There has been no interest or penalties recognized in the statement of income or balance sheet for the year ended December 31, 2011. The Partnership’s tax filings are subject to audit by various taxing authorities, and the open audit periods are 2008 through 2010.

 

Fair Value

 

In 2009, the Partnership adopted the Fair Value Measurement topic of the FASB Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 820 which provides guidance for assets and liabilities which are required to be measured at fair value and requires expanded disclosure for fair value measurement. The standard applies whenever other standards require or permit assets or liabilities to be measured at fair value and does not require any new fair value measurements. The implementation of Fair Value Measurement did not have a material impact on the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2011.

 

Accounting Standards Codification

 

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB ASC”) became the sole authoritative source of generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America for periods ending after September 15, 2009. The FASB ASC incorporates all authoritative literature previously issued by a standard setter. Adoption of the FASB ASC has no effect on the Partnership’s financial position, results from operations, partners’ equity, or cash flows. References to the authoritative accounting literature in the notes to the financial statements are to the FASB ASC.

 

Use of Estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results may differ from those estimates.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Concentration of Credit Risk

 

The Partnership deposits its cash in financial institutions. At times, the account balances may exceed the institution’s federally insured limits. The Partnership has not experienced any losses in such accounts.

 

The Partnership’s sole asset is the apartment complex. The Partnership’s operations are concentrated in the affordable housing real estate market. In addition, the Partnership operates in a heavily regulated environment. The operations of the Partnership are subject to the administrative directives, rules and regulations of federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Such administrative directives, rules and regulations are subject to change by an act of Congress. Such changes may occur with little notice or inadequate funding to pay for the related cost, including the additional administrative burden, to comply with a change.

 

NOTE C - INTANGIBLE ASSETS

 

Intangible assets are amortized over the term of the mortgage loan using the straight line method and, at December 31, 2011, were net of accumulated amortization of $97,857. Amortization expense for the same year ended was $6,899. Estimated aggregated amortization expense for each of the next two years is:

 

2012  $6,899 
2013   1,285 
Total  $8,184 

 

NOTE D - MORTGAGE PAYABLE

 

The Partnership has entered into a mortgage loan agreement in the original amount of $2,720.000. The terms are set forth below:

 

a. An interest rate of 7.05% per annum;
b. Monthly principal and interest payments of $18,188;
c. A balloon payment of $2,017,000 payable June 1, 2013;
d. A maturity date of June 1, 2013; and
e. The funding of a reserve fund for replacing assets of the Project.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

NOTE D - MORTGAGE PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

Mortgage loan principal payments for each of the next two years are estimated as follows:

 

2012  $70,686 
2013   2,054,454 
   $2,125,140 

 

The liability of the Partnership under the mortgage loan is limited to the underlying value of the property and equipment collateral in addition to other amounts deposited with the lender. For the year ended December 31, 2011, interest expense was $151,978 and accrued interest was $12,485.

 

Replacement Reserve

 

In accordance with the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership is required to establish and maintain a replacement reserve account for the purpose of capital improvements. The reserve account is to be funded in the amount of $20,544 per year. As of December 31, 2011, the balance of the replacement reserve was $156,955.

 

NOTE E - NOTES PAYABLE

 

Notes payable at December 31, 2011 consist of the following:

 

A 4% note payable in the amount of $250,878 with a term of 15 years, is payable to El Monte Community Redevelopment Agency (“RDA”), secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Payments of interest and principal are made annually beginning on April 1, 2003, and thereafter each April 1, until the outstanding principal balance of note and all accrued interest are paid in full. Payments are to be paid from 50% of the residual rental income, as defined in the promissory note agreement. Payments, if any, are applied first to accrued interest and second to principal on the note. During 2010, all accrued interest and principal was paid in full.

 

A 1% note payable in the amount of $430,647 with a term of 30 years beginning April 3, 1996, is payable to RDA for various development fees, secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Commencing April 3, 1997, and thereafter on each April 3 for the following six succeeding years, payments of $4,239 were due. Payments increase to $8,478 April 3, 2004 and continue for the next seven succeeding years. On April 3, 2012, payments increase to $32,534 and continue for the next 14 succeeding years, or until paid in full. Payments to be paid from 50% of residual rental income, as defined in promissory note agreement. Payments are applied first to interest. As of December 31, 2011, the balance of the development fee note payable was $79,225. At December 31, 2011, accrued interest on the note was $0.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

NOTE E - NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

Grant loan payable

 

The Partnership received a loan of $400,000 on April 3, 1996 from the City of El Monte as part of a public program to ensure affordable housing for senior citizen tenants. Interest accrues on the principal amount at 4%, with a term of 55 years. The loan is secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. At maturity, the principal amount of the loan and all accrued interest shall be deemed discharged and waived by the City unless there is an occurrence of an event of default, as specified under the loan agreement. If default occurs, the City of El Monte is entitled to exercise its rights and the entire principal amount outstanding and any accrued interest could become due and payable at the option of the City of El Monte. Accrued interest at December 31, 2011 was $252,000.

 

NOTE F - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Operational Asset Management Fee

 

The Partnership Agreement provides for an asset management fee equal to $10 per unit per month, to accrue to the Managing General Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee to be paid is cumulative if not paid each year. During the year ended December 31, 2011, an operational asset management fee of $16,440 was expensed and paid. $8,220 remained prepaid at year-end.

 

Incentive Management Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the General Partner an incentive management fee equal to 40% of Remaining Cash, as defined. The incentive management fee shall be paid from available cash flow and does not accrue from year to year. For the year ended December 31, 2011, an incentive management fee of $12,000 was expensed and paid. No incentive management fee was payable at year-end.

 

Reporting Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the Limited Partner a reporting fee equal to 15% of the Cash Flow from Operations, as defined, but should not be less than $6,000 for each Limited Partner. The reporting fee shall be paid from available cash flow and accrued from year to year. During the year ended December 31, 2011, a reporting fee of $21,140 was earned and paid, and $0 was payable at year-end.

 

Property Tax Exemption Compliance Fee

 

Pursuant to the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership shall pay to the Managing General Partner an annual fee of $1,500 for ensuring the Partnership is in compliance with the Property Tax Exemption requirements. The annual fee shall be increased by 3% each year, beginning in 2007 and continuing each year thereafter. For the year ended December 31, 2011, $1,688 was expensed and paid, and $0 was payable at year-end.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

NOTE G - MANAGEMENT FEE

 

Effective July 19, 2007, the Partnership entered into an agreement with Professional Property Management, LLC (“PPM”), an unrelated party, in connection with the management of the Project’s rental operations. In accordance with the management agreement, PPM earns fees of 5% of monthly gross collections. Fees earned for services rendered in connection with the leasing and operation of the Project amounted to $48,405 for the year ended December 31, 2011. At December 31, 2011, $4,071 in management fees remained payable.

 

NOTE H - PROFITS, LOSSES AND DISTRIBUTIONS

 

In general, income (loss), tax credits and cash flow from operations are allocated 98.99% to the Limited Partners, .01% to the Special Limited Partner, .99% to the General Partner and .01% to the Managing General Partner.

 

Income (loss) and cash flow from sources other than operations will be allocated pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement regarding such.

 

NOTE I - ADVERTISING

 

The Partnership expenses advertising costs as they are incurred. Advertising expenses for the year ended December 31, 2011 amounted to $804.

 

NOTE J - CONTINGENCIES

 

Housing Tax Credits

 

As incentive for investment equity, the Partnership applied for and received an allocation certificate for housing tax credits established by the Tax Reform Act of 1986. To qualify for the tax credits, the Partnership must meet certain requirements, including attaining a qualified basis sufficient to support the credit allocation. In addition, tenant eligibility and rental charges are restricted in accordance with Internal Revenue Code Section 42. Management has certified that each tax credit unit has met these qualifications to allow the credits allocated to each unit to be claimed. Compliance with these regulations must be maintained in each of the ten consecutive years of the compliance period. Failure to maintain compliance with occupant eligibility, unit gross rent, or to correct noncompliance within a reasonable time period could result in recapture of previously claimed tax credits plus interest.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

NOTE K - SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

FASB ASC 855, Subsequent Events, addresses events which occur after the balance sheet date but before the issuance of financial statements. An entity must record the effects of subsequent events that provide evidence about conditions that existed at the balance sheet date and must disclose but not record the effects of subsequent events which provide evidence about conditions that existed after the balance sheet date. Additionally, Topic 855 requires disclosure relative to the date through which subsequent events have been evaluated and whether that is the date on which the financial statements were issued or were available to be issued. Management evaluated the activity of Blessed Rock of El Monte through January 27, 2012, the date the financial statements were issued, and concluded that no subsequent events have occurred that would require recognition in the Financial Statements or disclosure in the Notes to the Financial Statements.

 

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ACCOMPANYING INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION

ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

Our audit of the 2011 financial statements presented in the preceding section of this report was for the purpose of forming an opinion on such financial statements taken as a whole. The accompanying information shown on the following pages is presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required part of the basic financial statements. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audits of the basic financial statements and, in our opinion, is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the 2011 basic financial statements taken as a whole.

 

   
Metairie, Louisiana  
January 27, 2012  

 

3421 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 701. Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone (504) 837-0770 . Fax (504) 837-7102

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

A. SCHEDULES OF EXPENSES     
    2011 
General and Administrative:     
Administrative - Salaries  $35,246 
Management Fee   48,805 
Marketing and Advertising   804 
Legal Fees   1,679 
Audit Expense   6,154 
Training   2,271 
Credit Reports   324 
Office Supplies   8,748 
Bank Fees   2,084 
Telephone Expenses   9,789 
Social Programming   13,871 
Bad Debts   433 
Miscellaneous   152 
      
Total  $130,360 
      
Utilities:     
Electricity  $18,571 
Gas   16,535 
Water & Sewer   29,479 
      
Total  $64,585 
      
Repairs and Maintenance:     
Maintenance - Contracts  $68,193 
Maintenance - Salaries   17,358 
Maintenance - Supplies   18,095 
Painting and Decorating   17,708 
Garbage and Trash Removal   17,596 
Exterminating   2,230 
Grounds Maintenance   19,633 
      
Total  $160,813 

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2011

 

   2011 
Tax and Insurance:     
Real Estate Taxes  $26,570 
Property & Liability Insurance   42,364 
Payroll Taxes   9,279 
Worker’s Compensation   10,146 
Health Insurance and other Employee Benefits   5,357 
Other Taxes and Insurance   3,615 
Total  $97,331 

 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

 

BLESSED ROCK OF EL MONTE

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

 
 

 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS  

 

   PAGE
    
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM  F-1
    
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:   
    
BALANCE SHEET  F-2
    
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS  F-4
    
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL  F-5
    
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS  F-6
    
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS  F-7
    
ACCOMPANYING INFORMATION:   
    
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS  F-16
    
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION  F-17

 

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

We have audited the accompanying financial statements of Blessed Rock of El Monte, as of December 31, 2012 and the related statements of operations, changes in partners’ equity and cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2012. Blessed Rock of El Monte’s management is responsible for these financial statements. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits.

 

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Blessed Rock of El Monte as of December 31, 2012 and the result of its operations and its cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2012 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

   
Metairie, Louisiana  
January 25, 2013  

 

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

ASSETS     
Current Assets     
Cash  $555,742 
Accounts Receivable, Tenants   43 
Accounts Receivable, Other   1,380 
Prepaid Operational Asset Management Fees   8,220 
      
Total Current Assets   565,385 
      
Restricted Reserves and Escrows     
Tax and Insurance Escrow   52,655 
Replacement Reserve   177,578 
Tenant Security Deposits   23,959 
      
Total Restricted Reserves and Escrows   254,192 
      
Property and Equipment     
Land and Improvements   1,333,738 
Buildings   8,235,645 
Furniture and Equipment   229,170 
Total Property and Equipment   9,798,553 
Less: Accumulated Depreciation   (3,304,124)
      
Property and Equipment, Net   6,494,429 
      
Other Assets     
      
Deferred Fees, Net   1,285 
      
TOTAL ASSETS  $7,315,291 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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BALANCE SHEET

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL     
Current Liabilities     
Accrued Management Fees  $4,113 
Accrued Interest   12,070 
Accrued Expenses   13,700 
Current Portion Mortgage Payable   2,054,455 
Prepaid Rents   104 
      
Total Current Liabilities   2,084,442 
      
Deposits & Prepayment Liabilities     
Tenants’ Security Deposits   23,897 
      
Long Term Liabilities     
Grant Payable   400,000 
Accrued Interest, Long Term   268,000 
      
Total Long Term Liabilities   668,000 
      
Total Liabilities   2,776,339 
      
Partners’ Equity     
Partners’ Equity   4,538,952 
      
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL  $7,315,291 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

Revenue     
Rental Income  $986,848 
Tenant Charges   2,130 
Laundry and Vending   9,805 
Miscellaneous Revenue   356 
      
Total Revenue   999,139 
      
Operating expenses     
General and administrative   133,508 
Utilities   69,276 
Repairs and maintenance   149,901 
Tax and insurance   98,451 
Interest on financing   163,152 
      
Total Operating Expenses   614,288 
      
Operating Income (Loss)   384,851 
      
Other Income and (Expenses)     
Interest income   122 
Depreciation and amortization   (251,378)
Operational asset management fee   (16,440)
Property tax exemption compliance fee   (1,739)
Reporting fee   (26,268)
Incentive management fee   (12,000)
      
Net Other Income and (Expenses)   307,703 
      
Net Income (Loss)  $77,148 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS’ CAPITAL

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

   General
Partners
   Limited
Partners
   Total
Partners’
Capital
 
Balance - January 1, 2012  $(89,677)  $4,590,883   $4,501,206 
                
Net Income (Loss)   772    76,376    77,148 
                
Distributions to Members   (19,701)   (19,701)   (39,402)
                
Balance - December 31, 2012  $(108,606)  $4,647,558   $4,538,952 
                
Percentages   1%   99%   100%

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

Cash flows from operating activities:     
Net Income (Loss)  $77,148 
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash     
provided by operating activities:     
Depreciation and amortization   251,378 
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable   (1,423)
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable   (3,231)
Increase (decrease) in security deposits payable   (135)
Increase (decrease) in accrued management fee   42 
Increase (decrease) in prepaid rent   (638)
Increase (decrease) in accrued interest payable   15,585 
Total adjustments   261,578 
Net cash provided (used) by operating activities   338,726 
      
Cash flows from investing activities:     
Purchase of property and equipment   (77,140)
(Deposit) withdrawal tax and insurance escrows   (1,093)
(Deposit) withdrawal reserve   (20,623)
(Deposit) withdrawal security deposit account   249 
Net cash provided (used) by investing activities   (98,607)
      
Cash flows from financing activities:     
Principal payments on mortgage payable   (70,685)
Principal payments on notes payable   (79,225)
Distributions   (39,402)
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities   (189,312)
      
Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents   50,807 
Cash and equivalents, beginning of year   504,935 
      
Cash and equivalents, end of year  $555,742 
      
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:     
Cash paid during the year for:     
Interest Expense  $147,567 

 

See auditor’s report and accompanying notes to the financial statements.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

NOTE A - NATURE OF OPERATIONS

 

Blessed Rock of El Monte, a California Limited Partnership, (“the Partnership”) was organized on February 14, 1996 to acquire, construct, own and operate a 137-unit apartment project known as Blessed Rock of El Monte (“the Project”) located in El Monte, California (“the Project”). The term of the Partnership shall extend until December 31, 2047, unless sooner terminated as provided in the Partnership Agreement.

 

The Project is eligible and qualifies for low-income housing tax credits in accordance with Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (“the Code”). Generally, the low-income housing credit is computed as a percentage of the qualified basis of the property including rehabilitation and is allowed annually during a period of ten years commencing with the years the building is placed into service. In addition, in order to qualify for the credit, the Partnership must conform with certain occupancy standards as set forth in the Code.

 

The General Partner is Everland, Inc. The Managing General Partner is Community Housing Assistance Program, Inc., a non-profit corporation. The Limited Partners are WNC Housing Tax Credit Fund V, L.P., Series 3, and WNC Housing Tax Credit Fund V, L.P., Series 4. The Special Limited Partner is WNC Housing, L.P.

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Basis of Accounting

 

The Partnership prepares its financial statements on the accrual basis of accounting consistent with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents include all cash balances and highly liquid investments with a maturity of three months or less at the acquisition date. At December 31, 2012, cash and cash equivalents consist of two unrestricted checking accounts and a petty cash fund. Restricted cash is not considered cash equivalents.

 

Tenant Accounts Receivable and Bad Debt Expense

 

Tenant rent charges for the current month are due on the first of the month. Tenants who are evicted or move-out are charged with damages or cleaning fees, if applicable. Tenant receivable consists of amounts due from rental income, security deposit or the charges for damages and cleaning fees. The Partnership does not accrue interest on the tenant receivable balances.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Tenant receivables are charged to bad debt expense when they are determined to be uncollectible based upon a periodic review or the accounts by management. Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the allowance method be used to recognize bad debts; however, the effect of using the direct write-off method is not materially different from the results that would have been obtained under the allowance method. Bad debts expensed for the year ended December 31, 2012 totaled $56.

 

Property and Equipment

 

Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Depreciation is provided for in amounts sufficient to relate the cost of depreciable assets to operations over their estimated service lives using the straight-line method. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred; major renewals and betterments are capitalized. When items of property or equipment are sold or retired, the related cost and accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, and any gain or loss is included in income. The rental property is depreciated over estimated service lives as follows:

 

Buildings 27.5 - 40 years Straight-Line
Land Improvements 15 - 20 years Straight-Line
Furnishings & Equipment 5 - 10 years Straight-Line

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

 

In accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 360-10-05-4, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, the partnership reviews its rental property for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of an asset may not be recovered. If the fair value is less than the carrying amount for the asset, an impairment loss is recognized for the difference. No impairment loss has been recognized during the year ended December 31, 2012.

 

Other Assets

 

The Partnership incurred financing costs in connection with the mortgage. These costs have been capitalized and are being amortized using the straight-line method over the 16-year terms of the mortgages. In addition, the Partnership incurred costs in connection with obtaining the tax credits, which are being amortized over a term of 15 years. Generally accepted accounting principles require that the effective yield method be used to amortize financing costs; however, the effect of using the straight-line method is not material to the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2012.

 

Property Taxes

 

Property taxes are expensed in the year of lien on the property such that twelve months of expense is charged to operations each period.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Rental Income

 

Rental income is recognized as rentals become due. Rental payments received in advance are deferred until earned. All leases between the Partnership and the tenants of the property are operating leases.

 

Income Taxes

 

The Partnership has elected to be treated as a pass-through entity for income tax purposes and, as such, is not subject to income taxes. Rather, all items of taxable income, deductions and tax credits are passed through to and are reported by its owners on their respective income tax returns. The Partnership’s federal tax status as a pass-through entity is based on its legal status as a Partnership. Accordingly, the Partnership is required to file and does file tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service and other taxing authorities. Accordingly, these financial statements do not reflect a provision for income taxes and the Partnership has not other tax positions which it must consider for disclosure. There has been no interest or penalties recognized in the statement of income or balance sheet for the year ended December 31, 2012. The Partnership’s tax filings are subject to audit by various taxing authorities, and the open audit periods are 2009 through 2011.

 

Fair Value

 

In 2009, the Partnership adopted the Fair Value Measurement topic of the FASB Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 820 which provides guidance for assets and liabilities which are required to be measured at fair value and requires expanded disclosure for fair value measurement. The standard applies whenever other standards require or permit assets or liabilities to be measured at fair value and does not require any new fair value measurements. The implementation of Fair Value Measurement did not have a material impact on the Partnership’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2012.

 

Accounting Standards Codification

 

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB ASC”) became the sole authoritative source of generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America for periods ending after September 15, 2009. The FASB ASC incorporates all authoritative literature previously issued by a standard setter. Adoption of the FASB ASC has no effect on the Partnership’s financial position, results from operations, partners’ equity, or cash flows. References to the authoritative accounting literature in the notes to the financial statements are to the FASB ASC.

 

Use of Estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results may differ from those estimates.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

NOTE B - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Concentration of Credit Risk

 

The Partnership maintains its cash balances and reserve balances in bank deposits that at times may exceed federally insured limits. The Partnership has not experienced any losses associated with these deposits. The Partnership believes it is not exposed to any significant credit risk on cash and cash equivalents.

 

The Partnership’s sole asset is the apartment complex. The Partnership’s operations are concentrated in the affordable housing real estate market. In addition, the Partnership operates in a heavily regulated environment. The operations of the Partnership are subject to the administrative directives, rules and regulations of federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Such administrative directives, rules and regulations are subject to change by an act of Congress. Such changes may occur with little notice or inadequate funding to pay for the related cost, including the additional administrative burden, to comply with a change.

 

NOTE C - INTANGIBLE ASSETS

 

Intangible assets are amortized over the term of the mortgage loan using the straight line method and, at December 31, 2012, were net of accumulated amortization of $104,756. Amortization expense for the same year ended was $6,899.

 

Estimated aggregated amortization expense for 2013 is $1,285.

 

NOTE D - MORTGAGE PAYABLE

 

The Partnership has entered into a mortgage loan agreement in the original amount of $2,720.000. The loan agreement provides, among other things, for the following:

 

  a. An interest rate of 7.05% per annum;
  b. Monthly principal and interest payments of $18,188;
  c. A balloon payment of $2,017,000 payable June 1, 2013;
  d. A maturity date of June 1, 2013; and
  e. The funding of a reserve fund for replacing assets of the Project.

 

The mortgage loan matures in 2013 and all principal is due.

 

The liability of the Partnership under the mortgage loan is limited to the underlying value of the property and equipment collateral in addition to other amounts deposited with the lender. For the year ended December 31, 2012, interest expense was $147,152 and accrued interest was $12,070.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

NOTE D - MORTGAGE PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

Replacement Reserve

 

In accordance with the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership is required to establish and maintain a reserve for replacements account for the purpose of capital improvements. The reserve account is to be funded in the amount of $20,544 per year. As of December 31, 2012, the balance of the replacement reserve was $177,578.

 

NOTE E - OTHER LONG TERM LIABILITIES

 

Note payable

 

The Partnership entered into a 1% note payable in the amount of $430,647 with a term of 30 years beginning April 3, 1996, payable to El Monte Redevelopment Agency (“RDA”) for various development fees, secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. Commencing April 3, 1997, and thereafter on each April 3 for the following six succeeding years, payments of $4,239 were due. Payments increased to $8,478 on April 3, 2004 and continued for the next seven succeeding years. On April 3, 2012, payments increased to $32,534 and were to continue for the next 14 succeeding years, or until paid in full. Payments were to be paid from 50% of residual rental income, as defined in the promissory note agreement, applied first to interest. As of December 31, 2012, the balance of the development fee note payable was $0. At December 31, 2012, accrued interest on the note was $0.

 

Grant loan payable

 

The Partnership received a loan of $400,000 on April 3, 1996 from the City of El Monte as part of a public program to ensure affordable housing for senior citizen tenants. Interest accrues on the principal amount at 4%, with a term of 55 years. The loan is secured by a deed of trust and rents from the Project. At maturity, the principal amount of the loan and all accrued interest shall be deemed discharged and waived by the City unless there is an occurrence of an event of default, as specified under the loan agreement. If default occurs, the City of El Monte is entitled to exercise its rights and the entire principal amount outstanding and any accrued interest could become due and payable at the option of the City of El Monte. For the year ended December 31, 2012, interest expense was $16,000. Accrued interest at December 31, 2012 was $268,000.

 

NOTE F - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Operational Asset Management Fee

 

The Partnership Agreement provides for an asset management fee equal to $10 per unit per month, to accrue to the Managing General Partner and is payable based on the cash flow provisions of the Partnership Agreement. The fee to be paid is cumulative if not paid each year. During the year ended December 31, 2012, an operational asset management fee of $16,440 was expensed and paid and $8,220 remained prepaid at year-end.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

NOTE F - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS (CONTINUED)

 

Incentive Management Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the General Partner an incentive management fee equal to 40% of Remaining Cash, as defined. The incentive management fee shall be paid from available cash flow and does not accrue from year to year. For the year ended December 31, 2012, an incentive management fee of $12,000 was expensed and paid. No incentive management fee was payable at year-end.

 

Reporting Fee

 

The Partnership shall pay to the Limited Partner a reporting fee equal to 15% of the Cash Flow from Operations, as defined, but should not be less than $6,000 for each Limited Partner. It shall be paid from available cash flow and accrued from year to year. During the year ended December 31, 2012, a reporting fee of $26,268 was earned and paid. No reporting fee was payable at year-end.

 

Property Tax Exemption Compliance Fee

 

Pursuant to the Partnership Agreement, the Partnership shall pay to the Managing General Partner an annual fee of $1,500 for ensuring the Partnership is in compliance with the Property Tax Exemption requirements. The annual fee shall be increased by 3% each year, beginning in 2007 and continuing each year thereafter. For the year ended December 31, 2012, $1,739 was expensed and paid. No property tax exemption compliance fee was payable at year-end.

 

NOTE G - MANAGEMENT FEE

 

Effective July 19, 2007, the Partnership entered into an agreement with Professional Property Management, LLC (“PPM”), an unrelated party, in connection with the management of the Project’s rental operations. In accordance with the management agreement, PPM earns fees of 5% of monthly gross collections. Fees earned for services rendered in connection with the leasing and operation of the Project amounted to $49,438 for the year ended December 31, 2012. At December 31, 2012, $4,113 in management fees remained payable.

 

NOTE H - ADVERTISING

 

The Partnership expenses advertising costs as they are incurred. Advertising expenses for the year ended December 31, 2012 amounted to $868.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

NOTE I - PROFITS, LOSSES AND DISTRIBUTIONS

 

In general, income (loss), tax credits and cash flow from operations are allocated 98.99% to the Limited Partners, .01% to the Special Limited Partner, .99% to the General Partner and .01% to the Managing General Partner.

 

Income (loss) and cash flow from sources other than operations will be allocated pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement regarding such.

 

NOTE J - CONTINGENCIES

 

Housing Tax Credits

 

As incentive for investment equity, the Partnership applied for and received an allocation certificate for housing tax credits established by the Tax Reform Act of 1986. To qualify for the tax credits, the Partnership must meet certain requirements, including attaining a qualified basis sufficient to support the credit allocation. In addition, tenant eligibility and rental charges are restricted in accordance with Internal Revenue Code Section 42. Management has certified that each tax credit unit has met these qualifications to allow the credits allocated to each unit to be claimed. Compliance with these regulations must be maintained in each of the ten consecutive years of the compliance period. Failure to maintain compliance with occupant eligibility, unit gross rent, or to correct noncompliance within a reasonable time period could result in recapture of previously claimed tax credits plus interest.

 

Mortgage Maturity

 

The Project’s senior debt matures during 2013. Ownership has not discussed a plan for refinancing this debt as of the reporting date of this financial statement.

 

NOTE K - SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

FASB ASC 855, Subsequent Events, addresses events which occur after the balance sheet date but before the issuance of financial statements. An entity must record the effects of subsequent events that provide evidence about conditions that existed at the balance sheet date and must disclose but not record the effects of subsequent events which provide evidence about conditions that existed after the balance sheet date. Additionally, Topic 855 requires disclosure relative to the date through which subsequent events have been evaluated and whether that is the date on which the financial statements were issued or were available to be issued. Management evaluated the activity of Blessed Rock of El Monte through January 25, 2013, the date the financial statements were issued, and concluded that no subsequent events have occurred that would require recognition in the Financial Statements or disclosure in the Notes to the Financial Statements.

 

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INFORMATION

ACCOMPANYING THE BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

To the Partners

Blessed Rock of El Monte

 

We have audited the financial statements of Blessed Rock of El Monte as of and for the year ended December 31, 2012, and our report thereon dated January 25, 2013, which expressed an unmodified opinion on those financial statements, appears on page 3. Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming an opinion on the financial statements as a whole. The Supplemental Schedule of Expenses are presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required part of the financial statements. Such information is the responsibility of management and was derived from and relates directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the financial statements. The information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the financial statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling such information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the financial statements or to the financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. In our opinion, the information is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the financial statements as a whole.

 

   
Metairie, Louisiana  
January 25, 2013  

 

 

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

A. SCHEDULES OF EXPENSES    
    2012 
      
General and Administrative:     
Site Management Payroll  $35,582 
Management Fee   49,348 
Marketing and Advertising   868 
Legal Fees   910 
Audit Expense   6,216 
Training   5,839 
Credit Reports   132 
Office Supplies   9,112 
Bank Fees   1,143 
Telephone Expenses   10,214 
Social Programming   14,067 
Bad Debts   56 
Miscellaneous   21 
      
Total  $133,508 
      
Utilities:     
Electricity  $18,192 
Gas   13,099 
Water & Sewer   37,985 
      
Total  $69,276 
      
Repairs and Maintenance:     
Maintenance - Contracts  $54,913 
Maintenance - Salaries   16,728 
Maintenance - Supplies   20,013 
Painting and Decorating   15,384 
Garbage and Trash Removal   18,043 
Exterminating   2,430 
Grounds Maintenance   22,390 
      
Total  $149,901 

 

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2012

 

   2012 
Tax and Insurance:     
Real Estate Taxes  $26,816 
Property & Liability Insurance   42,496 
Payroll Taxes   8,726 
Worker’s Compensation   10,488 
Health Insurance and other Employee Benefits   6,310 
Other Taxes and Insurance   3,615 
      
Total  $98,451 

 

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