UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-KSB
[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 or 15 (d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the year ended December 31, 1998
OR
[_] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 or 15 (d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from to
Commission File Number 1-9043
B.H.I.T. Inc. Formerly
Banyan Hotel Investment Fund
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware 36-3361229
(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporated or organization) Identification Number)
875 Ave. of the Americas, Suite 1808, New York, N.Y. 10001
Former Address: One Penn Plaza, Ste. 1531,New York, N.Y. 10119
(Address of principal executive offices (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code (212) 736-7880
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12 (b) of the Act:
Title of each Class Name of each exchange on which registered
Shares of Common Stock None
Securities registered pursuant to section 12 (g) of the Act:
None
(Title of Class)
Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant (1) has filed all reports required
to be filed by Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the Registrant
was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing
requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [ ]
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to item 405
of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the
best of Registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements
incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-KSB or any amendment to
this Form 10-KSB [X].
The Registrant's Revenue for the preceding twelve months was $124,045. Shares of
common stock outstanding as of March 8, 1999: 12,338,051. Aggregate market value
of the Registrant's shares of common stock held by non-affiliates as of such
date was approximately $4,196,530.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Exhibit index located on Pagel4 of sequentially numbered pages. Transitional
Small Business Disclosure Format Yes [_] No [X]
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I
Item 1. Description of Business................................1
Item 2. Description of Property................................5
Item 3. Legal Proceedings......................................5
Item 4. Submission of matters to a
Vote of Security Holders...........................5
PART II
Item 5. Market for Common Equity and
Related Shareholder Matters........................6
Item 6. Management's Discussion and
Analysis of Plan of Operation......................7
Item 7. Financial Statements ..................................8
Item 8. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants
on Accounting and Financial Disclosure.............9
PART III
Item 9. Directors, Executive Officers, Promoters
and Control Persons of the Registrant.............10
Item 10. Executive Compensation ...............................11
Item 11. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial
Owners and Management.............................11
Item 12. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions........13
Item 13. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules and
Reports on Form 8-K...............................13
SIGNATURES ......................................................14
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PART I
ITEM I. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS
GENERAL
The Registrant, B.H.I.T. Inc. (the "Company"), was originally organized as
a Massachusetts business trust pursuant to a Declaration of Trust filed March
19, 1985, under the name VMS Hotel Investment Trust and subsequently reorganized
as a Delaware corporation on March 13, 1987, at which time the Company's name
was changed to VMS Hotel Investment Fund. The Company began doing business under
the name Banyan Hotel Investment Fund following shareholder authorization to
amend its Certificate of Incorporation to formally change its name to Banyan
Hotel Investment Fund during the second quarter of 1991. During the second
quarter of 1998, the Company changed its name to B.H.I.T. Inc. in accordance
with terms of the February 15, 1995 change of management agreement (see below).
On September 13, 1985, the Company commenced a public offering of up to
10,000,000 units pursuant to a Registration Statement filed on Form S-11 under
the Securities Act of 1933. Each unit consisted of two shares of common stock
("shares") at an offering price of $9.50 per share and one warrant entitling the
holder to purchase one additional share at an initial exercise price of $9.50
per share. The shares and warrants were separated January 14, 1986. The warrants
were exercisable for a five year period ending January 13, 1991, on which date
all outstanding warrants were converted by the Fund into one-tenth of a share.
The public offering was terminated on December 16, 1985 and the final
closing occurred on January 13, 1986, with 4,931,333 units sold. The Company
received gross proceeds of $98,482,751, net of volume discounts, from the sale
of units of which $201,000 represented the sale of 10,050 units purchased by VMS
Realty Partners.
PRESENT BUSINESS OPERATIONS
The company was originally established to invest in mortgage loans,
principally to entities affiliated with VMS Realty Partners which were
collateralized by hotel and resort properties. Mortgage loans made by the
Company were for initial terms of three, five or seven years, and were
pre-payable in whole at any time without prepayment penalty.
On January 28, 1992, the Board of Directors of the Company authorized the
preparation of a formal plan of liquidation which was subsequently adopted on
April 7, 1992 (the "Plan"). The Plan contemplated the Company liquidating its
assets and distributing the proceeds to its shareholders. The Company estimated
that its liquidation value was between $.15 and $.20 per share. After the
adoption of the Plan, management of the Company completed the workout or
liquidation of certain assets and considered alternatives to the announced plan
of liquidation which could provide greater shareholder value, including a number
of unsolicited proposals from various third parties. Based upon Management's
review of these various proposals, the Board of Directors resolved that one
proposal was in the best interest of the Company and its shareholders because it
allowed every shareholder an opportunity to sell his shares at an
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ITEM 1. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS (continued)
amount in excess of the projected liquidation value. The Board of Directors, by
unanimous written consent dated June 15, 1994, authorized the Company to execute
and deliver a non-binding letter of intent with a Mr. Harvey Polly.
On August 3, 1994 the Company entered into a Purchase Agreement (the
"Purchase Agreement") with Mr. Polly providing, among other things, for an all
cash tender offer, under which Mr. Polly agreed to offer to purchase 100% of the
shares of common stock of the Company for $.35 per share. The Purchase Agreement
was subsequently amended on November 4, 1994, December 19, 1994 and February 15,
1995. The Purchase Agreement provided, among other things, for the following
events to occur at or before closing: (i) the resignation of the then current
officers and directors, (ii) the purchase by the Company of "run-off" directors
and officers liability insurance coverage for the current officers and
directors; (iii) the termination of the employment contract of Leonard G. Levine
and payment of the severance compensation associated therewith; (iv) the
termination of the Administrative Services Agreement with Banyan Management
Corp. and payment of the Termination fee associated therewith; and (v) the
assignment by the Company of its ownership interest in Banyan Management Corp.
On February 15, 1995, a change in control of the Company occurred pursuant
to the closing of the sale of shares of common stock in the Company to Mr. Polly
pursuant to the Purchase Agreement. Mr. Polly's tender offer, which commenced on
December 28,1994, concluded on January 26, 1995, and resulted in the tender to
Mr. Polly of 1,288,217 shares of common stock, or 12.5% of the Company's then
outstanding shares of common stock, for a cash price of $0.35 per share.
Subsequent to the closing of the tender offer, the terms of the Purchase
Agreement also required Mr. Polly to purchase from the Company a number of
shares sufficient to allow Mr. Polly to own, by virtue of the combination of the
tender offer and the share purchase, not less than 3,335,000 and not more than
40% of the shares of common stock after giving effect to the shares issued in
connection with the purchase on February 15, 1995, per the Purchase Agreement.
Mr. Polly purchased 2,047,766 newly issued shares of common stock of the Company
for a cash price of $0.22 per share. Upon the acquisition of the aforesaid
shares from the Company, when combined with the shares of common stock
previously owned and acquired pursuant to the tender offer,, Mr. Polly was the
beneficial owner of 3,335,983 shares, or approximately 27% of the Company's
outstanding voting shares of common stock.
Upon the closing of the sale of shares of common stock of the Company on
February 15, 1995, the Purchase Agreement provided for the resignation of the
Company's then current Directors and Officers. Accordingly, all of the then
current Directors and Officers resigned and were replaced with Mr. Polly's
designees. Subsequent to the resignation of the Directors and Officers of the
Company, no further arrangements or understanding among the Company or its new
Officers and Directors existed. On February 15, 1995, Messrs, Leo Yarfitz,
Morton I. Kalb, Willis G. Ryckman and Harvey Polly were appointed as new
Directors of the Company. In addition, the new Directors appointed Mr. Harvey
Polly as President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Morton I. Kalb as Vice
President and Chief Financial Officer, Ms. Celia Zisfein as Secretary and Mr.
William L. Weiss as Assistant Secretary. Effective February 15, 1995,
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ITEM I. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS (continued)
Mr. Polly's and the Company's address of their principal executive office was
One Penn Plaza, Suite 1531, New York, New York 10119. On October 1, 1998, the
Company moved its offices to 875 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 1808, New York,
New York 10001.
On October 14, 1996, the Company was notified by the American Stock
Exchange that its shares would be removed from listing on the Exchange and that
the last day of trading on the Exchange would be October 25, 1996. The reason
for this action was that the Company no longer met the requirements for
continued listing, and the Company had discontinued previously announced
negotiations to acquire a portfolio of retail shopping center properties.
Also, on October 14, 1996, the Company Issued a press release stating the
above facts, as well as that it had resumed negotiations to acquire, for cash
and stock valued at approximately $80,000,000 a privately held domestic and
international manufacturer and distributor of toys, hobby and leisure products
with annual sales of approximately $80,000,000. The Company noted that the
acquisition of the toy, hobby and leisure products company was subject to
negotiations and execution of definitive agreements and subject to obtaining
commitments for financing required to consummate the acquisition. The Company
also noted that certain aspects of the acquisition program would require
stockholder approval and that the matter would be submitted to stockholders at a
meeting on a date to be announced. During 1997, negotiations for this
acquisition were terminated.
During the week of October 28, 1996, the Company's shares began trading on
the NASD market with a ticker symbol of "VHTI".
The Company has attempted to reduce the ongoing operating expenses and
increase the revenues of the Company in order to maximize the net cash return to
shareholders. The Company's ultimate return to shareholders is dependent upon
management's ability to make profitable acquisitions and utilize its net
operating loss.
OTHER MORTGAGE LOANS RECEIVABLE
On October 10,1995, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the amount
of $375,000 which is secured by a commercial property in New York City, as well
as by a personal guaranty of one of the principals of the borrower. The loan
calls for interest at 12% per annum with monthly payments based on a ten (10)
year amortization schedule and a balloon payment of the total balance in five
(5) years. This loan was sold to a company controlled by Mr. Polly during the
third quarter of 1998 for its then principal balance.
On February 13, 1996, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the amount
of $150,000 which is secured by a commercial property in New York City. The loan
represents less than 17% of the appraised value of the property, bears interest
at the rate of 10% per annum and calls for monthly payments on a five year
self-liquidating basis. This loan was prepaid in full during the second quarter
of 1998.
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ITEM I. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS (continued)
On February 29, 1996, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the
approximate amount of $106,000, which is secured by an industrial property in
Lake Worth, Florida. The property securing the mortgage is controlled by Harvey
Polly, who has personally guaranteed the mortgage. The loan calls for 10%
interest per annum, payable monthly, with a balloon payment of principal after
five years. This mortgage was fully paid on March 1, 1999.
On August 20, 1997, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the amount
of $1,000,000, which was secured by one commercial and one residential property
located in the Dallas, Texas area. The loan bears interest at the rate of 12%,
and calls for monthly payments of interest only. The loan was originally due on
April 1, 1998. The principals of the corporate owners of both properties have
personally guaranteed the loan. In April of 1998, this loan was paid down by
$700,000 to $300,000 and the residential property was released from the lien.
The mortgage is now due on April 1, 1999.
The carrying amount of the above mortgage loans approximate their fair
values.
INVESTMENT IN JOINT VENTURE
On May 28, 1998, the Company made an investment of $1,005,000 in Metro
Franchising Commissary, LLC (the "Venture"), resulting in a 50% interest in the
Venture by paying $655,000 in cash upon closing, and issuing a non-interest
bearing note in the amount of $350,000. The note was due on the date which was
earlier of (i) September 30, 1998 or (ii) 10 days after the date on which demand
was made by the holder of the note. This due date was subsequently extended to
November 2, 1998, at which time the note was paid.
The business of the Venture is to open Dunkin' Donuts Quick Service
Restaurant locations in Exxon Service Stations in the New York, New Jersey and
Connecticut areas. The Venture has leased property in Long Island City, New
York, where Dunkin' Donuts products are baked for delivery to various locations.
It is expected that this facility will have the capacity to service 20 to 25
retail locations.
The individual retail locations are selected by the Venture with Dunkin'
Donuts' and Exxon's approval. Each site is renovated and equipped by the Venture
and operated by the station operator. All baked products are purchased from the
Venture and the station operator also pays the Venture a royalty fee based on
sales, a portion of which is remitted to Dunkin' Donuts.
As of December 31, 1998, the Venture's baking facility was fully
operational. The first retail location commenced operations in December, 1998.
One additional retail location opened in January, 1999 and two additional retail
locations opened in February, 1999.
TAX STATUS
Prior to January 1, 1995, the Company elected to be treated as a Real Estate
Investment Trust (REIT) under sections 856-860 of the Internal Revenue Code of
1986. However, management of the Company discontinued its REIT status,
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ITEM I. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS (continued)
effective January 1, 1995. Accordingly, the Company has subsequently been
treated as a C-Corporation in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code.
The business of the Company is not seasonal and the Company does no
foreign or export business. The Company does not segregate revenue or assets by
geographical region, and such presentation is not applicable and would not be
material to an understanding of the Company's business taken as a whole.
ITEM 2. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
As of December 31, 1998, the Company owned a 50% partnership interest in
the Santa Barbara Biltmore Hotel. The fair value of the interest at December 31,
1998 is $0.
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
The Registrant is not aware of any material pending legal proceedings as
of March 8, 1999, nor were any proceedings terminated during the year ended
December 31, 1998.
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
The Company did not submit any matter to a vote of its security holders
during the year ended December 31, 1998.
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PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED SHAREHOLDER MATTERS
The Company's shares of common stock were traded on the American Stock
Exchange ("AMEX") (Symbol - VHT), through October 25, 1996. Thereafter the
Company's shares have been traded on the NASD market (Symbol - VHTI) . The range
of high and low closing prices per share for each of the quarters in the years
ended December 31, 1998, and 1997 are as follows:
Share Price
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Quarter 1998 1997
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1. High $1.813 $1.688
Low 0.906 0.875
2. High 1.625 2.125
Low 1.000 0.938
3. High 1.031 1.125
Low 0.750 0.750
4. High 0.781 1.000
Low 0.438 0.813
Prior to the acquisition of the Company by Mr. Polly (see Item I.
Description of Business), the Company had suspended distributions due to
interruption in the Company's cash flow resulting from defaults by borrowers on
the Company's mortgage loans, the modest size of the Company's cash position and
the uncertainly regarding the cash requirements for operating activities. No
distributions were declared by the Company in 1998 and 1997.
On October 14, 1996, the Company was notified by the American Stock
Exchange that its shares would be removed from listing on the Exchange, and that
the last day of trading, on the Exchange, would be October 25, 1996. The reason
for this action was that the Company no longer met the requirements for
continued listing, and the Company had discontinued previously announced
negotiations to acquire a portfolio of retail shopping center properties.
Also, on October 14, 1996, the Company issued a press release stating the
above facts, as well as that it had resumed negotiations to acquire for cash and
stock valued at approximately $80,000,000, a privately held domestic and
international manufacturer and distributor of toys, hobby and leisure products
with annual sales of approximately $80,000,000. The Company noted that the
acquisition of the toy, hobby and leisure products company was subject to
negotiations and execution of definitive agreements and subject to obtaining
commitments for financing required to consummate the acquisition. The Company
also noted that certain aspects of the acquisition program would require
stockholder approval and that the matter would be submitted to stockholders at a
meeting on a date to be announced. During 1997, negotiations for this
acquisition were terminated.
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ITEM 5. MARKET FOR COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED SHAREHOLDER MATTERS
(continued)
During the week of October 28, 1996, the Company's shares began trading on
the NASD market with a ticker symbol of "VHTI".
At December 31, 1998, there were 2,296 record holders of common stock.
ITEM 6. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OR PLAN OF OPERATION
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and short-term investments. The
Company's cash and cash equivalents balance at December 31, 1998 and 1997 was
$193,710 and $238,077 respectively. This decrease in cash and cash equivalents
is primarily the result of payment of the Company's operating expenses.
At this time, there are no material commitments for capital expenditures.
The Company's cash is sufficient to meet its needs for anticipated operating
expenses. The Company deems its liquidity to be adequate.
During 1997, the Company invested $1,000,000 in a mortgage. This mortgage
yields 12% and was for a term of 7 1/3 months. This mortgage was due on April 1,
1998. The due date has been extended, by mutual consent, on four occasions for
periods of 90 days and is now due on April 1, 1999. On April 30, 1998, the
amount of the loan was paid down by $700,000, resulting in a balance of
$300,000.
During 1998, the Company invested $1,000,000 in a joint venture whose
business is to open and operate Dunkin' Donuts Quick Service Restaurant
locations in Exxon service stations in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut
areas.
On November 18, 1993 in final settlement of guarantees of VMS Realty
Partners of loans made by the Company in prior years, the Company received an
interest in a liquidating trust established for the benefit of the unsecured
creditors of VMS. As of December 31, 1993, the Company valued its interest at
$4,939 representing its pro rata portion of the cash assets of the trust. During
1997 the Company recorded $19,901, on its Statement of income and Expenses as a
recovery of the Provision for losses on Mortgage Loans, Notes and Interest
Receivable related to the distributions received from the liquidating trust. The
$19,901 net recovery recorded in 1997 includes a $26,535 distribution received
net of $6,634 due to the Class Action Settlement Fund representing the Company's
share of amounts due per the terms of the previously settled VMS Securities
litigation.
The Company's ultimate return of cash to its shareholders is dependent
upon, among other things: (i) the activities undertaken by the Company; (ii)
interest earned from the investment of cash and cash equivalents, mortgages and
investment securities; (iii) the Company's ability to control its operating
expenses; (iv) possible recoveries from the liquidating trust and (v) operations
of the Joint Venture.
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ITEM 6. MANAGEMENT'S DICSUSSION AND ANALYSIS OR PLAN OF OPERATION
(continued)
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Total income for the years ended December 31, 1998 and 1997 was $124,045
and $165,457, respectively. The decrease in total income between 1998 and 1997
is the result of a decrease in interest earned on the Company's mortgage
investments, and a decrease in interest earned on investment securities.
Total expenses for the years ended December 31, 1998 and 1997 increased by
$48,046. This increase in expenses was due to increases in franchise taxes,
moving costs, insurance, advertising costs and by the reduction of $19,901 of
recovery from the liquidating trust. In addition, the Company incurred a loss of
$99,717 as a result of its equity investment for the year ended December 31,
1998.
During 1997, the Company recorded net recoveries of losses on loans, notes
and interest receivable, of $19,901 from the liquidating trust. During 1997, the
Company realized a loss of $20,889 on the sale of investment securities.
The net loss for 1998 was $252,635 ($0.02 per share) and 1997 was $84,349
($0.01 per share).
IMPACT OF YEAR 2000
The Year 2000 issue is the result of computer programs being written using
two digits rather than four to identify the applicable year. Any computer
programs that have time-sensitive software may recognize "00" as the year 1900
rather than the year 2000. This could result in a system failure or
miscalculations causing disruptions of operations, including, among other
things, a temporary inability to process transactions, send invoices, or engage
in similar normal business activities.
The Company does not use a computer for any of its business activities.
Based on a recent assessment, the Company determined that none of its operations
will be impacted by the Year 2000 Issue except to the extent that its
significant borrowers and its joint venture partners are unable to remediate
their own Year 2000 Issues. Discussions with these borrowers, and with the
managing member of the joint venture in which the Company has a 50% interest in
has convinced Management that alternative procedures would enable these
borrowers, and the joint venture to continue normal operations should they
encounter Year 2000 problems.
ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
See index to Consolidated Financial Statements on Page F-1 of this Report
for Financial Statements.
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ITEM 8. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
There have been no disagreements with the accountants on any matter of
accounting principles, practices or financial statement disclosure.
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PART III
ITEM 9. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, PROMOTERS AND CONTROL PERSONS
OF THE REGISTRANT
The following individuals are Directors and the Executive Officers of the
Company:
Harvey Polly Director, President and
Chief Executive Officer
Morton I. Kalb Director, Vice President
and Chief Financial Officer
Willis G. Ryckman Director
Leo Yarfitz Director
HARVEY POLLY, age 70, is a Director, President and Chief Executive Officer
of the Company. Mr. Polly also serves as the Chief Executive Officer and a
stockholder of H/R Industries, Inc., H/R Industries, Inc. is essentially a
personal holding company which was formed in 1984 under the name Helena
Rubinstein, Inc., and was engaged from 1984 until 1988 in various aspects of the
cosmetic business. In 1988, the name of the corporation was changed to Elite
Industries, Ltd., and in 1990 the name was changed to H/R Industries, Inc. Mr.
Polly has been involved in the railroad business for approximately twenty years.
In 1973 he founded and became a major stockholder in Emons Industries, Inc.,
which was formed on the basis of the acquisition of the Maryland and
Pennsylvania Railroad Company. Since the founding of Emons Industries, Inc., Mr.
Polly has been involved in the railroad freight car business, Mr. Polly has
been, since 1975, Chief Executive Officer and a stockholder of Railway Freight
Car Service, Inc., which is involved in the railroad boxcar leasing business. In
1994 and 1995, Mr. Polly was Chairman of CAGY Industries, Inc., the publicly
held holding company for the Columbus and Greenville Railway, the Chattooga and
Chicamauga Railway and the Redmont Railway and was the largest stockholder with
approximately 40% of the outstanding shares of common stock. Mr. Polly sold his
shares and resigned from the Board effective February 16, 1995. Since 1988 he
has served on the Board of Directors of the Delaware Otsego Corp., which was a
publicly held corporation that operates the New York Susquehanna and Western
Railroad. In prior years, Mr. Polly was also a stockholder and heavily involved
in the operations of the Louisiana Midland Railroad. He is also presently a
stockholder and Officer of SLF of Martin County, Inc., a real estate development
company. From 1987 to 1990 he was a principal shareholder, Chief Executive
Officer and Director of Hanover Bank of Florida, a publicly held corporation.
MORTON I. KALB, age 65, is a Director, Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer of the Company. Mr. Kalb has served as Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer of the Company since 1995. Mr. Kalb served as Vice President
of H/R Industries, Inc., since July 1984. Mr. Kalb is also a Certified Public
Accountant.
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ITEM 9. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, PROMOTERS AND CONTROL PERSONS
OF THE REGISTRANT (continued)
WILLIS G. RYCKMAN, age 53, is a Director of the Company. Mr. Ryckman has
served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Tri-Tech Labs since August 1990.
From December 1966 through August 1990, Mr. Ryckman was Senior Vice President of
Manufacturers Hanover Trust Company.
LEO YARFITZ, age 82, is a Director of the Company. Mr. Yarfitz has been a
financial consultant with Sterling Management of Florida since June 1990. From
October 1987 until October 1989, Mr. Yarfitz served as Chief Financial Officer
of Hanover Bank of Florida. From October 1989 until December 1989, Mr. Yarfitz
served as President of Hanover Bank of Florida.
ITEM 10. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
A. DIRECTOR COMPENSATION
No arrangements currently exist with respect to payments to the Directors
for their service on the Company's Board of Directors, and no fees have been
paid in 1998 or 1997.
B. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Compensation paid to Executive Officers for the years ended December 31,
1998 and 1997 is as follows:
Annual Compensation
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Other
Year Salary Bonus Compensation
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Morton I. Kalb 1998 $55,600 N/A N/A
Vice President & Chief 1997 $55,600 N/A N/A
Financial Officer
Celia Zisfein 1998 $28,600 N/A N/A
Secretary 1997 $28,600
There were no long term compensation awards or payouts during the years 1998 or
1997.
ITEM 11. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
As of March 8, 1999, the following persons or entities were known by the
Company to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent (5%) of the
outstanding shares of common stock of the Company.
Name of Amount and Nature of Percent Of
Title of Class Beneficial Owner Beneficial Ownership Class
Shares of Common Mr. Harvey Polly 2,745,983 22%
Stock $.01 Par
Value
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ITEM 11. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
(continued)
The following table sets forth the ownership of shares owned directly or
indirectly by the Directors and Principal Officers of the Company as of March 8,
1999.
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<CAPTION>
Name of Amount and Nature of Percent
Title of Class Beneficial Owner Beneficial Ownership of Class
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Shares of Common Stock, Mr. Harvey Polly (1) 2,745,983 shares 22%
$.01 Par Value Director, President
and Chief Executive
Officer
Shares of Common Stock, Mr. Morton I. Kalb 75,000 shares 1%
$.01 Par Value Director
Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
Shares of Common Stock, Mr. Leo Yarfitz 100,000 shares 1%
$.01 Par Value Director
Director
Shares of Common Stock, All Directors and 2,920,983 shares 24%
$.01 Par Value Officers of the Fund
as a group (6 persons)
</TABLE>
(1) During 1998, Mr. Polly transferred 500,000 shares to a Charitable
Trust of which he is President and a Director and 100,000 shares to
his wife. These shares are not included in the above figure. Mr.
Polly also transferred 35,000 shares to unrelated parties which are
also not included above.
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ITEM 12. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSCTIONS
On February 29, 1996, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the
approximate amount of $106,000 which is secured by an industrial property in
Lake Worth, Florida. The property securing the mortgage is controlled by Harvey
Polly, who has personally guaranteed the mortgage. The loan calls for 10%
interest per annum, payable monthly, with a balloon payment of principal after
five years. This mortgage was paid in full on March 1, 1999.
During 1998 and 1997, the Company reimbursed an affiliated company $17,958
and $21,534 respectively, for health insurance premiums paid on behalf of the
Company. Included in this reimbursement is $6,496 and $7,080 which is prepaid as
of December 1998 and 1997 respectively.
ITEM 13. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K
(a) The following documents are filed as part of this report.
(1) (2) The Financial Statements indicated in Part II Item 7, Financial
Statements.
(3) Exhibit (2) Plan of Organization, Reorganization, Management,
Liquidation or Succession; Exhibit (21) Subsidiaries of the
Company.
The following exhibits are incorporated by reference from the Registrant's
Registration Statement on Form 5-11 (File number 2-96565), referencing the
exhibit number used in such Registration Statement.
Exhibit Number Description
-------------- -----------
(3) (a) Certificate of Incorporation
(3) (b) By-Laws
(b) No reports on Form 8-K were filed during the year ending December 31,
1998.
(c) See Item 13 (a) (3) above.
(d) None
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on
its behalf by the undersigned there-unto duly authorized.
B.H.I.T. Inc. F/K/A BANYAN HOTEL INVESMENT FUND
By: /s/ Harvey Polly Date: March 8, 1999
Harvey Polly, Director, President
and Chief Executive Officer
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this
Annual Report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the
Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
By: /s/ Morton I. Kalb Date: March 8, 1999
Morton I. Kalb
Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
/s/ Willis Ryckman Date: March 8, 1999
Willis Ryckman, Director
/s/ Leo Yarfitz Date: March 8, 1999
Leo Yarfitz, Director
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B.H.I.T. Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
ITEM 13 (a) (1) and (2)
Pages
Report of Independent Auditors F-2
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of F-3
December 31, 1998 and 1997
Consolidated Statements of Operations F-4
For the Years Ended December 31, 1998 and 1997
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity F-5 to F-6
For the Years Ended December 31, 1998 and 1997
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow for the F-7
Years Ended December 1998 and 1997
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements F-8 to F-15
F-1
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Report of Independent Auditors
The Stockholders
B.H.I.T. Inc.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of B.H.I.T.
Inc.(formerly Banyan Hotel Investment Fund) as of December 31, 1998 and 1997,
and the related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders' equity, and
cash flows for the years then ended. These financial statements are the
responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on these financial statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting
the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes
assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation.
We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in
all material respects, the consolidated financial position of B.H.I.T. Inc. at
December 31, 1998 and 1997, and the consolidated results of its operations and
its cash flows for the years then ended in conformity with generally accepted
accounting principles.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
New York, New York
March 12, 1999
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B.H.I.T. Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
Consolidated Balance Sheets
December 31, 1998 and 1997
ASSETS 1998 1997
---- ----
Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 193,710 $ 238,077
Interest Receivable on Mortgages
Receivable and Miscellaneous Receivables 3,147 14,188
Mortgage Loans Receivable:
Related Party 106,189 106,189
Other 300,000 1,430,300
Investment in Joint Venture 905,283 --
Prepaid Insurance 15,593 7,080
Other Assets 7,635 4,437
----------------------------
Total Assets $ 1,531,557 $ 1,800,271
============================
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOPLDERS' EQUITY
Accounts Payable, Accrued Expenses and
Deferred Income $ 38,279 $ 54,358
----------------------------
Stockholders' Equity
Shares of Common Stock $0.01 Par Value
20,000,000 Shares Authorized 12,338,051
Shares Outstanding 87,477,847 87,477,847
Accumulated Deficit (85,976,380) (85,723,745)
Treasury Stock, At Cost, for 32,757
Shares of Common Stock (8,189) (8,189)
----------------------------
Total Stockholders' Equity 1,493,278 1,745,913
----------------------------
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity $ 1,531,557 $ 1,800,271
============================
See accompanying Notes
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B.H.I.T. Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
Consolidated Statements of Operations
For the Years Ended December 31, 1998 and 1997
INCOME 1998 1997
---- ----
Interest Income on Cash
and Cash Equivalents $ 11,214 $ 13,261
Interest Income on
Investment Securities -- 41,715
Interest Income on
Mortgage Receivables 102,064 99,862
Interest Income from
Related Parties 10,619 10,619
Interest Income - Other 148 --
-------------------------
Total Income 124,045 165,457
Equity in Net Loss of Unconsolidated
Joint Venture 99,717 --
EXPENSES
Recovery of Losses on Mortgage Loans,
Notes and Interest Receivable -- (19,901)
-------------------------
Stockholder Expenses 8,095 8,461
Other Professional Fees 74,031 65,254
General and Administrative 194,837 175,103
-------------------------
TOTAL EXPENSES 276,963 228,917
-------------------------
Operating Loss (252,635) (63,460)
Net Loss on Investment
Securities Sold -- (20,889)
-------------------------
Net (Loss) $(252,635) $ (84,349)
=========================
Basic Net Loss Per Share of
Common Stock (Based on Weighted
Average Number of Shares
Outstanding of 12,338,051) $ (0.02) $ (0.01)
=========================
See accompanying Notes
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY For the Years Ended
December 31, 1998 and 1997
Unrealized
Loss on
Shares of Common Stock Investment
Shares Amount Securities
-------------------------- -------------
Stockholders' Equity (Deficit)
December 31,1996 12,338,051 $87,477,847 $ (27,430)
Market Adjustment
December 31, 1997 27,430
Net Loss for the Year Ended
December 31, 1997 - - -
-------------------------- -------------
Stockholders' Equity (Deficit)
December 31, 1997 12,338,051 87,477,847 -0-
Net Loss for the Year Ended
December 31, 1998 - - -
-------------------------- -------------
Stockholders' Equity (Deficit)
December 31, 1998 12,338,051 $87,477,847 $ -0-
========================== =============
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY For the Years Ended
December 31, 1998 and 1997
Accumulated Treasury
Deficit Stock Total
------------ ------------ ------------
Stockholders' Equity (Deficit)
December 31, 1996 $(85,639,396) $ (8,189) $ 1,802,832
Market Adjustment December
31, 1997 -- -- 27,430
Net Loss for the Year Ended
December 31, 1997 (84,349) -- (84,349)
------------ ------------ ------------
Stockholders' Equity (Deficit)
December 31, 1997 (85,723,745) (8,189) 1,745,913
Net Loss for the year Ended
December 31, 1998 (252,635) -- (252,635)
------------ ------------ ------------
Stockholders' Equity (Deficit)
December 31, 1998 $(85,976,380) $ (8,189) $ 1,493,278
============ ============ ============
See Accompanying Notes
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS For the Years
Ended December 31, 1998 and 1997
1998 1997
---- ----
Operating Activities:
Net (Loss) $ (252,635) $ (84,349)
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Loss to Net
Cash Flows Used In Operating Activities
Loss on Sale of Security Investments -- 20,889
Amortization of Premium or (Discount) on
Investment Securities -- (209)
Equity in Net Loss of Unconsolidated Joint
Venture 99,717 --
Net Change In:
Interest Receivable 11,041 (5,870)
Prepaid Insurance (8,513) (790)
Other Assets (3,198) --
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses (16,079) (27,496)
---------------------------
Net Cash Used in Operating Activities (169,667) (97,825)
---------------------------
Investing Activities:
Proceeds from Sale and Maturity of
Investment Securities -- 870,750
Investment in Mortgage Loan -- (1,000,000)
Principal Collections on Mortgage Loans 827,855 50,217
Proceeds From Sale of Mortgage Receivable 302,445 --
Investment in Joint Venture (1,005,000) --
---------------------------
Cash Provided by (Used in)
Investing Activities 125,300 (79,033)
---------------------------
Net (Decrease) in Cash
and Cash Equivalents (44,367) (176,858)
Cash and Cash Equivalents at
Beginning of Year 238,077 414,935
---------------------------
Cash and Cash Equivalents at
End of Year $ 193,710 $ 238,077
===========================
See Accompanying Notes
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the Years
Ended December 31, 1998 and 1997
1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
A. BASIS OF PRESENTATION
B.H.I.T. Inc. Formerly Banyan Hotel Investment Fund ("the Company")
was organized under the laws of the State of Massachusetts, pursuant to a
Declaration of Trust filed March 19, 1985, and subsequently reorganized as
a Delaware Corporation on March 13, 1987. The Company's primary purpose is
to invest in mortgage loans.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the
accounts of the Company's and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. All
intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in
consolidation.
The Company accounts for its investment in a joint venture using the
equity method, as the Company does not have any control over the
operations of the joint venture.
B. INCOME TAXES
Prior to 1995, the Company was treated as a Real Estate Investment
Trust ("REIT") under Internal Revenue Code Sections 856--860. In order to
qualify, the Company was required to distribute at least 95% of its
taxable income to stockholders and meet asset and income tests as well as
certain other requirements. During 1995, the Company elected to
discontinue its "REIT" status effective for the year ended December31,
1995. As a result of this election, the Company is being taxed as a
C--Corp., for federal and state tax purposes and could be subject to a
corporate level federal and state tax.
The deferred tax assets and liabilities the Company are determined
based on the difference between the financial statement carrying amounts
and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted
tax rates and laws that would be in effect when the differences are
expected to reverse.
C. INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE
For 1998 and 1997, basic earnings per share was calculated using
12,338,051 weighted average shares outstanding during the year. There were
no dilutive securities outstanding for the years ended December 31, 1998
and 1997.
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued)
D. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
The Company considers all highly liquid instruments purchased with a
maturity of three months or less to be cash and cash equivalents.
E. USE OF ESTIMATES
The preparation of Financial Statements in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and
assumptions that affect amounts reported in the Financial Statements and
accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from these estimates.
F. REVENUE RECOGNITION
Interest income from mortgages receivable is recorded on an accrual
basis.
G. SEGMENT INFORMATION
The Company's current operations primarily relate to servicing its
mortgage loans and monitoring its investment in a joint venture.
Management allocates its resources proportionately to the respective
amounts invested in each area.
H. RECLASSIFICATIONS
Certain items from the prior year have been reclassified to conform
to current year presentation.
I. IMPACT OF RECENTLY ISSUED ACCOUNTING STANDARDS
In June 1998, the FASB issued Statement No. 133, Accounting for
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, which is required to be
adopted in years beginning after June 15, 1999. The Company does not
anticipate that the adoption of this Statement will have a significant
effect on its operations or financial position.
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
2. MORTGAGE LOANS RECEIVABLE
On October 10, 1995, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the amount
of $375,000 which is secured by a commercial property in New York City, as well
as by a personal guaranty of one of the principals of the borrower. The loan
provides for interest at 12% per annum with monthly payments based on a ten (10)
year amortized schedule and a balloon payment of the total balance in five (5)
years. This loan was sold to a company controlled by Mr. Polly during the third
quarter of 1998 for its then principal balance.
On February 13, 1996, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the amount
of $150,000 which is secured by a commercial property in New York City. The loan
represents less than 17% of the appraised value of the property, bears interest
at the rate of 10% per annum and calls for monthly payments on a five year
self-liquidating basis. This loan was prepaid in full during the second quarter
of 1998.
On February 29, 1996, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the
approximate amount of $106,000, which is secured by an industrial property in
Lake Worth, Florida. The property securing the mortgage is controlled by Harvey
Polly, who has personally guaranteed the mortgage. The loan calls for 10%
interest per annum payable monthly, with a balloon payment of principal after
five years. This loan was paid in full on March 1, 1999.
On August 20, 1997, the Company made a first mortgage loan in the amount
of $1,000,000, which was secured by one commercial and one residential property
located in the Dallas, Texas area. The loan bears interest at the rate of 12%,
and calls for monthly payments of interest only. The loan was originally due on
April 1, 1998. The principals of the corporate owners of both properties have
personally guaranteed the loan. In April of 1998 the loan was paid down by
$700,000 and the residential property was released from the lien. The mortgage
on the remaining $300,000 is now due on April 1, 1999. A summarized balance
sheet and statement of income and expenses are as follows for 2849 East
Ledbetter Drive, the property which collateralizes the remaining $300,000
mortgage loan as of December 31, 1998:
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
December 31,
Assets 1998 1997
----------------------------
Real estate, net of accumulated depreciation of
$100,770 and $92,597 in 1998 and 1997,
respectively $ 402,817 $ 410,990
Other assets 960 11,370
----------------------------
Total assets $ 403,777 $ 422,360
============================
Liabilities and owners' equity
Mortgage note payable $ 300,000 $ 300,000
----------------------------
Total liabilities 300,000 300,000
Owners' equity 103,777 122,360
----------------------------
Total liabilities and owners' equity $ 403,777 $ 422,360
============================
Income
Rental inome $ 41,720 $ 41,720
Other income 12,274 11,370
----------------------------
53,994 53,090
Expenses
Total other expenses 58,568 38,959
----------------------------
Net income (loss) $ (4,574) $ 14,131
============================
2849 East Ledbetter Drive is located in Dallas, Texas, and is net leased
to a single retail tenant. The lease is due to expire on January 31, 2000, and
has four additional five year extension options remaining. Each extension period
is subject the same terms and conditions as currently exists as of December 31,
1998.
The carrying amount and fair value of the mortgage loans are as follows:
Original Loan Carrying
Loan Date Amount Amount Fair Value
- --------- --------------- --------------- ---------------
February 29, 1996 106,189 106,189 106,189
August 20, 1997 1,000,000 300,000 300,000
The fair value was determined by calculating the present value of the
future principal and interest payments at a market discount rate.
The total carrying amounts of the mortgages held at December 31, 1998 will
be repaid in 1999.
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
3. INVESTMENT IN JOINT VENTURE
On May 28, 1998, the Company made an investment of $1,005,000 in Metro
Franchising Commissary, LLC (the "Venture"), resulting in a 50% interest in the
Venture by paying $655,000 in cash upon closing, and issuing a non-interest
bearing note in the amount of $350,000. The note was due on the date which was
earlier of (i) September 30, 1998 or (ii) the date in which was 10 days after
the date on which demand was made by the holder of the note. This due date was
subsequently extended to November 2, 1998, at which time the note was paid.
The business of the Venture is to open Dunkin' Donuts Quick Service
Restaurant locations in Exxon Service Stations in the New York, New Jersey and
Connecticut areas. The Venture has leased property in Long Island City, New
York, where Dunkin' Donuts products are baked for delivery to various locations.
It is expected that this facility will have the capacity to service 20 to 25
retail locations.
The individual retail locations are selected by the Venture with Dunkin'
Donuts' and Exxon's approval. Each site is renovated and equipped by the Venture
and operated by the station operator. All baked products are purchased from the
Venture and the station operator also pays the Venture a royalty fee based on
sales, a portion of which is remitted to Dunkin' Donuts.
As of December 31, 1998, the Venture's baking facility was fully
operational. The first retail location commenced operations in December, 1998.
One additional retail location opened in January, 1999 and two additional retail
locations opened in February, 1999.
A summarized balance sheet and statement of operations are as follows for
the Venture:
December 31,
Assets 1998
----------
Equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $4,695 $ 277,002
Leasehold improvements, net of accumulated
depreciation of $2,250 132,700
Franchise fees, net of accumulated
amortization of $370 191,021
Other assets 337,179
----------
Total assets $ 937,902
==========
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
December 31,
Liabilities and members' equity 1998
-----------
Accounts payable $ 32,619
-----------
Total liabilities 32,619
Members' equity:
B.H.I.T., Inc. 905,283
Subex LLC 2,575
Metro Franchising Bakery LLC 2,425
Less: Equity subscription receivable (5,000)
-----------
Total members' equity 905,283
-----------
Total liabilities and members' equity $ 937,902
===========
For the Period
May 28, 1998
to December
Income 31, 1998
-----------
Net sales $ 3,659
Interest income 7,151
-----------
10,810
Expenses
Total other expenses 110,527
-----------
Net (loss) (99,717)
-----------
Net (loss) allocated to the Company $ (99,717)
===========
ORGANIZATION AND RELATED MATTERS OF THE VENTURE
The Venture's operating agreement (the "Agreement") provides for, among
other matters, the allocation of profits and losses of the Venture (as defined
in the Agreement), the allocation of net cash flow of the Venture (as defined in
the Agreement) and the priority of payments to be made to each of the Venture's
members (the "Members") upon dissolution of the Venture. The Members, along with
their respective percentage interests in the Venture, are as follows:
Metro Franchising Bakery LLC 24.25%
Subex LLC 25.75%
B.H.I.T. Inc. 50.00%
Franchises were purchased from an affiliate, at cost, and are being
amortized as follows for the baking facility and the retail locations,
respectively: (i) over the life of the respective retail locations (ten years),
beginning when each retail location opens for business, and (ii) over ten years,
commencing in December, 1998, the date when the first retail location opened for
business.
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
4. TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
During 1998 and 1997, the Company reimbursed an affiliated company $17,958
and $21,534 for health insurance premiums paid on behalf of the Company.
Included in this reimbursement is $6,496 and $7,080 which is prepaid as of
December 31, 1998 and 1997, respectively. As noted in Note 2, the Company sold
its first mortgage receivable to a company controlled by Mr.Polly in the third
quarter of 1998 for its then principal balance of $302,445.
5. INVESTMENT IN LIQUIDATING TRUST
The Company has an interest in a Liquidating Trust which was received as
final settlement of guarantees of VMS Realty Partners of loans made by the
Company in prior years. During 1997 the Company recorded $19,901 on its
Statement of Income and Expenses as a recovery of the Provisions for Losses on
Mortgage Loans, Notes and Interest Receivable related to the distributions
received from the Liquidating Trust. The $19,901 net recovery recorded in 1997
includes the $26,535 distribution received net of $6,634 due to the Class Action
Settlement Fund representing the Company's share of amounts due per the terms of
the previously settled VMS Securities Litigation.
6. OTHER INVESTMENT
As of December 31, 1998, the Company owned a 50% partnership interest in
the Santa Barbara Biltmore Hotel. The fair value of the interest at December 31,
1998 is $0.
7. LEASE COMMITMENTS
Future minimum annual rental commitments as of December 31, 1998,
applicable to the Company's office space is as follows:
Year ending December 31:
1999 $19,188
2000 19,188
2001 14,391
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$52,767
=======
At any time subsequent to September 30, 2000, the Company has the right to
terminate this lease without incurring a penalty. Rental expense for the year
ended December 31, 1998 was $28,973. Rental expense decreased starting October
1, 1998, due to the Company's moving to a different office space.
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B.H.I.T., Inc. Formerly
BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
8. INCOME TAXES
As of December 31, 1998, the Company had a net operative loss carry
forward of approximately $75,200,000 which expires between 2005 and 2018. The
utilization of the net operating losses may be subject to limitations contained
in the Internal Revenue Code.
A Summary of the components of deferred taxes is as follows:
Deferred Tax Asset - Non Current 1998 1997
---- ----
Net Operating Loss Carry Forward $ 30,092,235 $ 30,033,730
Valuation Allowance (30,092,235) (30,033,730)
--------------------------------
$ -0- $ -0-
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EXHIBIT 21
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SUBSIDIARY OF B.H.I.T. Inc.
Formerly BANYAN HOTEL INVESTMENT FUND
Name of Subsidiary State of Organization
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BHF Merger Corp. Illinois
BNC Santa Barbara Corp. Illinois
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