NewLake Capital Partners Expands Revolving Credit Facility to $90 Million

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NewLake Capital Partners (OTCQX: NLCP) has significantly expanded its five-year revolving credit facility from $30 million to $90 million, adding two new lenders. The facility, which matures in May 2027, offers a fixed interest rate of 5.65% for the initial three years, transitioning to a floating rate afterward. CEO Anthony Coniglio emphasized that this increase in capital access represents a competitive advantage amid market challenges, supporting the company’s continued investment in cannabis real estate.

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• Increased revolving credit facility from $30 million to $90 million.
• Fixed interest rate of 5.65% for the first three years.
• Maturity extended to May 2027, providing long-term capital access.

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NEW CANAAN, Conn., Aug. 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NewLake Capital Partners, Inc. (OTCQX: NLCP) (the “Company” or “NewLake”), a leading provider of real estate capital to state-licensed cannabis operators, today announced that it has added two lenders to its existing five-year revolving credit facility (“Credit Facility”) and upsized the aggregate commitment under the facility from $30 million to $90 million. The Credit Facility matures in May 2027 and has a fixed interest rate of 5.65% for the first three years and a floating rate thereafter. The Credit Facility allows for further expansion as additional lenders are added, or the commitments of existing lenders are increased.

“We are pleased to increase our Credit Facility and appreciate the trust of our newest Bank partners,” said Anthony Coniglio, NewLake’s Chief Executive Officer. “Access to debt capital is a competitive advantage in this challenging environment and should allow us to continue our disciplined approach toward investing in high-quality cannabis real estate.”

About NewLake Capital Partners, Inc.
NewLake Capital Partners, Inc. is an internally-managed real estate investment trust that provides real estate capital to state-licensed cannabis operators through sale-leaseback transactions and third-party purchases and funding for build-to-suit projects. NewLake owns a portfolio of 31 cultivation facilities and dispensaries that are leased to single tenants on a triple-net basis, and has provided two loans aggregating $35 million. For more information, please visit www.newlake.com.

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NewLake Investor Contact:
Valter Pinto, Managing Director
KCSA Strategic Communications
Valter@KCSA.com
PH: (212) 896-1254

NewLake Media Contact:
McKenna Miller
KCSA Strategic Communications
MMiller@kcsa.com
PH: (212) 896-1254

FAQ

What is the recent update on NewLake Capital Partners' credit facility?

NewLake Capital Partners has expanded its revolving credit facility from $30 million to $90 million, adding two new lenders.

What are the terms of the credit facility increase by NLCP?

The credit facility has a fixed interest rate of 5.65% for the first three years and matures in May 2027.

How does the credit facility impact NLCP's investment strategy?

The increased access to debt capital is expected to enhance NLCP's ability to invest in high-quality cannabis real estate.

What is the significance of the credit facility for NLCP investors?

The expansion of the credit facility provides financial flexibility, potentially leading to growth opportunities for investors.