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Over the past 12 months, SAFE has underperformed S&P 500, delivering a return of -17% compared to the S&P 500's 9% growth.
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Safehold Inc
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Safehold Inc. emerged as a unique player in the real estate world by reinventing a centuries-old concept: the ground lease. Founded in 2017 and publicly traded as SAFE, the company has taken the traditional practice of leasing land to building owners and transformed it into a modern, scalable business. Unlike typical real estate investment trusts, Safehold doesn’t invest in buildings. Instead, it focuses on acquiring and creating ground leases, offering an innovative way for property owners to unlock capital. This strategy provides building owners with the flexibility to separate the ownership of the building from the land it sits on, allowing them to access funds tied up in the land while retaining control over the operations of their properties. Safehold’s business model is built on stability and long-term growth. By owning the land under high-quality commercial properties, the company secures a stable stream of rental income over incredibly long terms, often 99 years. This creates a predictable revenue flow that is less volatile than typical real estate operations. The ground leases are triple-net, meaning the lessees cover expenses like taxes, maintenance, and insurance, further insulating Safehold from financial risks associated with property management. Such a model not only offers a steady, inflation-protected income stream but also potentially substantial appreciation value over time as the land beneath thriving urban centers increases in worth. Safehold effectively taps into the often-overlooked value of land, positioning itself as a partner to commercial property owners seeking to maximize financial flexibility, thereby creating a niche yet growing market for its services.
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