FG Financial Group Announces Formation and Initial Funding of FG Communities

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FG Financial Group (Nasdaq: FGF) has launched FG Communities, a new venture aimed at improving affordable housing. This initiative is a result of a partnership with Fundamental Global, marking the first project under FG Financial's new Merchant Banking division. FG Communities currently owns four manufactured housing communities and is actively seeking additional properties. CEO Michael Anise emphasizes the strong demand for affordable housing, while Kyle Cerminara from Fundamental Global expresses optimism about future growth.

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• Launch of FG Communities to address affordable housing demand.
• Partnership with Fundamental Global to support growth.
• Acquisition of four manufactured housing communities.
• Potential for strong yields and capital appreciation in the manufactured housing sector.

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- FG Communities Owns and Operates Growing Portfolio of Manufactured Housing Communities –

- First Project Under FG Financial Group’s Recently Launched Merchant Banking Division –

- Project Launched In Partnership with Fundamental Global -

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- FG Financial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: FGF) (the “Company”), today announced the formation and initial funding of FG Communities, Inc. (“FG Communities”) in partnership with Fundamental Global^®. This is the first project under FG Financial Group’s recently announced Merchant Banking division. FG Financial is a reinsurance and asset management holding company focused on collateralized and loss capped reinsurance and merchant banking that allocates capital in partnership with Fundamental Global^®, a private partnership led by Kyle Cerminara and Joe Moglia, as well as other strategic investors.

FG Financial Group and Fundamental Global have both allocated capital to FG Communities.

FG Communities is a real estate holding company with a mission to preserve and improve affordable housing. The company has a growing portfolio of manufactured housing communities that it owns and operates. To date, four manufactured housing communities have been acquired and several are currently under contract.

Michael Anise is the CEO of FG Communities. Michael brings with him an extensive background of acquiring and managing manufactured housing communities. Michael commented, “I’m excited to be part of FG Communities and the FG Team. The demand for affordable housing continues to grow. Manufactured housing communities offer strong yields and the potential for capital appreciation while offering an affordable housing alternative for residents.”

FG Financial Group Chairman and Fundamental Global CEO Kyle Cerminara commented, “We are excited to launch FG Communities with Michael at the helm. This is an attractive opportunity at a time when affordable housing is in extremely high demand due to the current housing market. As we continue to expand and improve our property portfolio, we look forward to growing FG Communities into one of the largest manufactured housing community owners in the nation.”

FG Financial Group CEO Larry Swets commented, “We are excited to announce our first merchant project since expanding the strategy. The FG Communities opportunity aligns with our philosophy and utilizes our capabilities. We look forward to continue supporting Michael in building this company alongside Fundamental Global.”

FG Financial Group, Inc.

FG Financial Group, Inc. is a reinsurance and asset management holding company focused on collateralized and loss capped reinsurance and merchant banking that allocates capital in partnership with Fundamental Global^®, a private partnership led by Kyle Cerminara and Joe Moglia, as well as other strategic investors. The Company’s principal business operations are conducted through its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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Source: FG Financial Group, Inc.

FAQ

What is FG Financial Group's recent announcement about FGF?

FG Financial Group has launched FG Communities, focusing on affordable housing.

What is the purpose of FG Communities under FGF?

FG Communities aims to improve and preserve affordable housing through a growing portfolio of manufactured housing.

Who is leading FG Communities?

Michael Anise is the CEO of FG Communities, bringing experience in managing manufactured housing.

How many properties has FG Communities acquired?

FG Communities has acquired four manufactured housing communities to date.

What partnership supports the growth of FG Communities?

FG Communities is launched in partnership with Fundamental Global.