FREVS Schedules Shareholder Vote on Voluntary Liquidation, Estimates $24.44-$30.03/Share Distribution

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First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey has scheduled a special shareholder meeting to vote on its Plan of Voluntary Liquidation, with estimated distributions of $24.44 to $30.03 per share, significantly above the current stock price.

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• Shareholder Vote Scheduled for Voluntary Liquidation

  A special meeting is set for September 29, 2026, for shareholders to vote on the Plan of Voluntary Liquidation, which includes the sale of all assets and dissolution of the Trust. This follows the Board's unanimous approval of the plan on May 12, 2026, and prior announcements on May 14, 2026.

• Estimated Liquidation Distribution Range

  The company estimates liquidating distributions to shareholders will range from $24.44 to $30.03 per share. This range is significantly above the current stock price of $22.00, indicating a potential upside for shareholders.

• Board and Insider Support

  The Board of Directors unanimously recommends voting FOR the liquidation proposal. Directors and executive officers, who collectively own approximately 21% of outstanding shares, intend to vote in favor of the plan.

• Management Incentives for Timely Asset Sales

  CEO Robert S. Hekemian, Jr. is eligible for a $1,000,000 cash bonus if all properties are sold within 18 months of shareholder approval and aggregate proceeds exceed $319.9 million. Additionally, annual director retainer fees have been increased from $60,000 to $120,000 to compensate for increased oversight during the liquidation process.

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This preliminary proxy statement provides the definitive details for the previously announced Plan of Voluntary Liquidation, including a crucial estimated distribution range of $24.44 to $30.03 per share. This range is notably higher than the current stock price of $22.00, suggesting a significant potential upside for shareholders if the plan is approved. The unanimous board recommendation and strong insider ownership (21%) committed to voting for the plan indicate a high likelihood of approval. The company is trading near its 52-week high, and the estimated liquidation value surpasses this, reinforcing the positive outlook. The filing also details management incentives for timely asset sales, aligning executive interests with the successful execution of the liquidation.