Core Insights - Ready Capital Corporation reported a GAAP loss per common share from continuing operations of $(1.80) for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, and a distributable loss per common share of $(0.03) [1][26] - The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, to align with anticipated cash earnings and preserve capital for reinvestment [1][12] - The company experienced mixed results in 2024, with strong performance in the Small Business Lending segment but challenges in the multi-family lending sector due to higher rates and inflation [2][6] Financial Performance - For the fourth quarter, the company reported LMM commercial real estate originations of $436 million and Small Business Lending loan originations of $348 million, including $315 million of SBA 7(a) loans [6] - The total originations for the year amounted to $2.4 billion, with $1.1 billion from SBA 7(a) loans [6] - The book value per share was reported at $10.61 as of December 31, 2024 [6] Strategic Actions - The company has taken decisive actions to stabilize its balance sheet by fully reserving for all non-performing loans in its commercial real estate portfolio, which is expected to improve net interest margins over time [2] - A new stock repurchase program was approved, authorizing the repurchase of up to $150 million of the company's common stock [5] - The company entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire United Development Funding IV, enhancing its capital solutions for residential real estate developers [6] Dividend Information - The quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share is payable on April 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2025 [12] - Additional dividends were declared for the Series C and Series E Preferred Stocks, payable on April 15 and April 30, 2025, respectively [12] Subsequent Events - On February 21, 2025, the company closed a private placement of $220 million in Senior Secured Notes due 2028, intended for debt repayment and general corporate purposes [7]

Exhibit 99.1 READY CAPITAL CORPORATION REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER 2024 RESULTS AND DECLARES FIRST QUARTER 2025 DIVIDENDS - GAAP LOSS PER COMMON SHARE FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS OF $(1.80) - - DISTRIBUTABLE LOSS PER COMMON SHARE OF $(0.03) - - DISTRIBUTABLE EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE BEFORE REALIZED LOSSES OF $0.23 - - DISTRIBUTABLE RETURN ON AVERAGE STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY BEFORE REALIZED LOSSES OF 7.1% - - DECLARED A QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND OF $0.125 PER SHARE OF COMMON STOCK AND OPERATING PARTNERSHIP UNIT FOR THE ...

Core Viewpoint - NexPoint Advisors has submitted a competing proposal to UDF IV's Board ahead of the Special Meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025, to vote on the merger with Ready Capital, urging the Board to postpone the meeting for a month to evaluate their proposal [1][3]. Proposal Details - NexPoint's proposal offers superior economic terms compared to the Ready Merger, including enhanced balance sheet distributions and full entitlement to Contingent Value Rights (CVR) loan proceeds [2]. - The proposal includes a higher pre-closing dividend for shareholders and 100% recovery of net principal and interest on CVR loans, contrasting with the Ready Merger's terms which allow Ready Capital to recover $13.3 million net before shareholders receive 60% of additional recoveries [2]. - NexPoint plans to cease indemnification payments for the imprisoned management team and recover improperly advanced legal fees, distributing 100% of net recoveries to shareholders [2]. Governance and Engagement - NexPoint criticizes UDF IV's Board for a lack of engagement and urges them to consider their proposal in line with fiduciary duties, highlighting governance failures at UDF IV [3]. - Shareholders are encouraged to refrain from voting until the Board has fully assessed NexPoint's proposal and engaged in discussions [3]. Additional Information - NexPoint has established a website for shareholders to receive updates regarding UDF IV, the Ready Merger, and competing proposals [4].

Group 1 - Analysts project Ready Capital (RC) will announce quarterly earnings of $0.21 per share, a decline of 19.2% year over year [1] - Revenues are expected to reach $55.44 million, an increase of 5.5% from the same quarter last year [1] - The consensus EPS estimate has remained unchanged over the past 30 days, indicating analysts' reassessment of projections [1] Group 2 - Analysts forecast 'Servicing income, net' to reach $5.67 million, suggesting a change of +22.9% year over year [3] - 'Total non-interest income (loss)' is projected to be $41.61 million, indicating a change of -30.7% year over year [4] - 'Other income' is expected to be $17.50 million, reflecting a change of -62.4% from the prior-year quarter [4] - The average prediction for 'Interest income' is $227.69 million, pointing to a change of -9% from the year-ago quarter [4] Group 3 - Shares of Ready Capital have returned +0.6% over the past month, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -2.3% change [4] - Ready Capital holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating expected performance in line with the overall market [4]

Core Viewpoint - Ready Capital Corporation announced the closing of a private placement of $220 million in Senior Secured Notes with a 9.375% interest rate due in 2028, which are fully guaranteed by the company and its subsidiaries [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Details - The private placement raised an aggregate principal amount of $220 million [1]. - The Notes have a fixed interest rate of 9.375% and are due in 2028 [1]. - The net proceeds from the private placement will be used to repay existing indebtedness and for general corporate purposes [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - Ready Capital Corporation is a multi-strategy real estate finance company that focuses on originating, acquiring, financing, and servicing commercial real estate loans [5]. - The company specializes in loans backed by various types of commercial real estate, including multifamily, investor, construction, and bridge loans, as well as U.S. Small Business Administration loans [5]. - Ready Capital is headquartered in New York and employs approximately 500 professionals nationwide [5].

Core Viewpoint - NexPoint is deferring its vote on the proposed merger of UDF IV with Ready Capital and is encouraging shareholders to take no action until the Board properly reviews any competing proposal [1][2][6] Group 1: Concerns Regarding the Ready Merger - NexPoint has significant concerns about the Ready Merger, particularly regarding the Board's history of failing to protect shareholder interests [2][3] - The Glass Lewis report supports NexPoint's concerns, questioning the Board's ability to negotiate effectively and the timing of the transaction [3][7] Group 2: Proposal for Postponement - NexPoint urges the UDF IV Board to postpone the Special Meeting from March 4 to April 4, 2025, to allow for proper review of a competing proposal [4][5] - This postponement would ensure that if the Ready Merger is ultimately deemed superior, it could still be completed by the April 15, 2025 deadline [5] Group 3: Voting Recommendations - NexPoint has not voted on the Ready Merger and encourages shareholders to withhold their votes or withdraw any previously submitted votes to compel the Board to engage adequately [6][10] - The Board's previous engagements with NexPoint have been ignored or met with hostility, raising concerns about the Board's commitment to shareholder interests [6] Group 4: Issues with Shareholder Economics - UDF IV shareholders would receive a significant portion of their consideration in Ready Capital stock, which has been negatively impacted by declining cash flow and distribution cuts [9] - The merger may create additional selling pressure on Ready Capital's stock, further eroding its price and the value received by UDF IV shareholders [9] Group 5: Benefits to Board and Insiders - The Ready Merger provides disproportionate benefits to the UDF IV Board and insiders, allowing them to avoid accountability for past mismanagement [10] - Extensive indemnification provisions in the merger agreement limit shareholders' ability to seek recovery for misused funds, potentially amounting to tens of millions of dollars [10][11]

Core Viewpoint - Ready Capital Corporation will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results on March 3, 2025, before the market opens, followed by a webcast and conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results and provide a business update [1]. Group 1 - The financial results will cover the quarter and year ended December 31, 2024 [1]. - The company encourages the use of the webcast due to potential wait times for the conference call [2]. - The webcast will be available in the Investor Relations section of the company's website [2]. Group 2 - The conference call can be accessed via specific dial-in numbers for domestic and international participants [3]. - A replay of the call will be available on the company's website approximately two hours after the live call until March 17, 2025 [4]. Group 3 - Ready Capital Corporation is a multi-strategy real estate finance company that focuses on lower-to-middle-market commercial real estate loans [5]. - The company specializes in various types of loans, including agency multifamily, investor, construction, and bridge loans, as well as U.S. Small Business Administration loans [5]. - The company is headquartered in New York and employs approximately 500 professionals nationwide [5].

Core Viewpoint - Ready Capital Corporation has announced a stock repurchase program authorizing the repurchase of up to $150.0 million of its common stock, which will be executed at management's discretion based on market conditions and other factors [1]. Company Overview - Ready Capital Corporation is a multi-strategy real estate finance company that focuses on originating, acquiring, financing, and servicing lower-to-middle-market investor- and owner-occupied commercial real estate loans [3]. - The company specializes in loans backed by commercial real estate, including agency multifamily, investor, construction, and bridge loans, as well as U.S. Small Business Administration loans under its Section 7(a) program [3]. - Headquartered in New York, Ready Capital employs approximately 350 professionals nationwide and is externally managed and advised by Waterfall Asset Management, LLC [3]. Stock Repurchase Program - The Board of Directors has approved a stock repurchase program for up to $150.0 million, allowing repurchases to be made on the open market or through privately negotiated transactions [1]. - Repurchases will comply with Securities and Exchange Commission rules and may be conducted under Rule 10b5-1 and Rule 10b-18 plans, which allow for repurchases during certain periods [1]. - The timing and amount of repurchase transactions will be determined by management based on evaluations of market conditions, share price, and legal requirements [1].

Group 1 - Ready Capital Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share of common stock and Operating Partnership unit for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, payable on January 31, 2025 [1] - The Company also declared a dividend of $0.390625 per share of its 6.25% Series C Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock, payable on January 15, 2025 [2] - Additionally, a dividend of $0.40625 per share of its 6.50% Series E Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock was declared, payable on January 31, 2025 [3] Group 2 - Ready Capital Corporation is a multi-strategy real estate finance company that focuses on originating, acquiring, financing, and servicing lower-to-middle-market commercial real estate loans [4] - The Company specializes in loans backed by commercial real estate, including agency multifamily, investor, construction, bridge loans, and U.S. Small Business Administration loans under its Section 7(a) program [4] - Headquartered in New York, the Company employs approximately 350 professionals nationwide [4]

Core Viewpoint - NexPoint expresses strong disapproval of UDF IV's decision not to reconvene the Annual Meeting after failing to meet quorum, highlighting governance failures and concerns regarding the proposed acquisition by Ready Capital [2][4]. Group 1: Governance and Shareholder Engagement - UDF IV's failure to reconvene the Annual Meeting raises serious concerns about the Board's ability to protect shareholder interests, particularly in light of the proposed acquisition by Ready Capital [2][4]. - NexPoint calls for UDF IV to reconvene the Annual Meeting within 120 days and provide necessary disclosures for shareholders to assess the proposed transaction [3]. - The independent proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis shares concerns about UDF IV's governance and the timing of the Ready Capital deal, suggesting it may be an attempt to avoid accountability [4][5]. Group 2: Financial Disclosure and Accountability - NexPoint urges UDF IV to disclose the costs incurred by shareholders related to the Annual Meeting and efforts to avoid it, emphasizing the need for transparency [6]. - Shareholders are entitled to information to make informed decisions about the current Trustees and the proposed merger, and NexPoint encourages them to demand accountability [7]. Group 3: Shareholder Sentiment - NexPoint believes the vote at the Annual Meeting was much closer than reported, indicating significant shareholder dissatisfaction with UDF IV's leadership [4]. - The Company is accused of manipulating the Annual Meeting's purpose to sway votes in favor of the merger, which raises further concerns about governance practices [4][5].