Notes Receivable Backed by Real Estate

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

6.	Notes Receivable Backed by Real Estate

At December 31, 2013 and 2012, we had $188.0 million of notes backed by real estate. The balance for both periods represents an investment in a preferred equity interest made in 2010 through the sale of a portfolio of industrial properties. Based on the terms of this instrument, the preferred equity interest meets the definition of an investment in a debt security from an accounting perspective. We earned a preferred return at an annual rate of 7% for the first three years, 8% for the fourth year and 10% thereafter until redeemed. Partial or full redemption can occur at any time at the buyer’s discretion or after 2015 at our discretion.

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The entire disclosure for claims held for amounts due a entity, excluding financing receivables. Examples include, but are not limited to, trade accounts receivables, notes receivables, loans receivables. Includes disclosure for allowance for credit losses.

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