TORONTO, June 6, 2017 /CNW/ - Mainstreet Health Investments Inc. (TSX:HLP.U) (the "Company") today announced that it has closed on an amendment to its existing credit facility. The amended secured credit facility (the "Facility") increases the total capacity from US$285 million to US$300 million. The Facility also extends the maturity date, while keeping interest rates in line with the current rates. A copy of the amended credit agreement will be made available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
The Facility is comprised of a five-year term loan of $200 million and a four-year $100 million revolving line of credit, which also has a one-year Company option for extension. This transaction will extend the facility maturity by an additional two years as well as extend the Company's weighted average debt maturity from 3.7 years to 5.3 years.
"We are thrilled with the continued commitment and investment from our credit partners," said Chief Financial Officer, Scott Higgs. "Recasting our credit facility is a key component in executing our long term financial strategy. Extending the debt maturity and laddering our obligations are steps to reducing risk and increasing certainty for our investors."
KeyBanc Capital Markets, and National Bank Financial Markets served as joint lead arrangers and joint bookrunners. KeyBank National Associate served as administrative agent. Other banks in the syndicate include BMO Harris Bank, CIT Bank, NA, Synovus Bank, First Financial Bank and Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company.
About Mainstreet Health Investments Inc.
Mainstreet Health Investments Inc. is a North American health care real estate company with a growing portfolio of high quality properties located in the United States and Canada. Our properties are operated by best-in-class health care providers primarily under long-term, triple net leases. Our mission is to create long-term shareholder value while providing an investment opportunity that matters. For more information, visit www.mainstreethealthinvestments.com.
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SOURCE Mainstreet Health Investments Inc.
