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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
______________________________________________________________________
FORM 10-K
ý
 
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017
OR
o
 
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: 033-84580
RECKSON OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
______________________________________________________________________
Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
 
11-3233647
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
420 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10170
(Address of principal executive offices—Zip Code)

(212) 594-2700
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
______________________________________________________________________
SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(B) OF THE ACT: None
SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(G) OF THE ACT: None
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As of March 22, 2018, no common units of limited partnership of the Registrant were held by non-affiliates of the Registrant. There is no established trading market for such units.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Portions of the Definitive Proxy Statement of SL Green Realty Corp., the indirect parent of the Registrant, for its 2018 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed within 120 days after the end of the Registrant's fiscal year are incorporated by reference into Part III of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
 



RECKSON OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

 
Item 1.
Item 1A.
Item 1B.
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4.
PART II
 
Item 5.
Item 6.
Item 7.
Item 7A.
Item 8.
Item 9.
Item 9A.
Item 9B.
PART III
 
Item 10.
Item 11.
Item 12.
Item 13.
Item 14.
PART IV
 
Item 15.
 
SIGNATURES



PART I

ITEM 1.    BUSINESS
General
Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P., or ROP, commenced operations on June 2, 1995. The sole general partner of ROP is Wyoming Acquisition GP LLC., or WAGP, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SL Green Operating Partnership, L.P., or the Operating Partnership. The sole limited partner of ROP is the Operating Partnership. The Operating Partnership is 95.42% owned by SL Green Realty Corp., or SL Green, as of December 31, 2017. SL Green is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, and is the sole managing general partner of the Operating Partnership. Unless the context requires otherwise, all references to "we," "our," "us" and the "Company" means ROP and all entities owned or controlled by ROP.
We are engaged in the acquisition, ownership, management and operation of commercial and residential real estate properties, principally office properties, and also own land for future development in the New York metropolitan area.
SL Green and the Operating Partnership were formed in June 1997. SL Green has qualified, and expects to qualify in the current fiscal year, as a real estate investment trust, or REIT, under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or the Code, and operates as a self-administered, self-managed REIT. A REIT is a legal entity that holds real estate interests and, through payments of dividends to stockholders, is permitted to minimize the payment of Federal income taxes at the corporate level.
On January 25, 2007, SL Green completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of common stock of Reckson Associates Realty Corp., or RARC, our prior general partner. This transaction is referred to herein as the Merger.
In 2015, SL Green transferred two properties and SL Green's tenancy in common interest in a fee interest with a total value of $395.0 million to us. Additionally, in 2015, SL Green transferred one entity that held debt investments and financing receivables with an aggregate carrying value of $1.7 billion to us. These transfers were made to further diversify our portfolio. Under the business combinations guidance (Accounting Standard Codification, or ASC, 805-50), these transfers were determined to be transfers of businesses between the indirect parent company and its wholly-owned subsidiary. As such, the assets and liabilities of the properties were transferred at their carrying values and were recorded as of the beginning of the current reporting period as though the assets and liabilities had been transferred at that date. The consolidated financial statements and financial information presented for all prior periods have been retrospectively adjusted to furnish comparative information.
As of December 31, 2017, we owned the following interests in properties in the New York metropolitan area, primarily in midtown Manhattan. Our investments located outside of Manhattan are referred to as the Suburban properties:
Location
 
Type
 
Number of
Properties
 
Approximate Square Feet (unaudited)
 
Weighted Average Occupancy(1)(unaudited)
Commercial:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Manhattan
 
Office
 
16

 
8,463,245

 
95.9
%
 
 
Retail(2)(3)
 
5

 
364,816

 
98.0
%
 
 
Fee Interest
 
1

 
176,530

 
100.0
%
 
 
 
 
22

 
9,004,591

 
96.0
%
Suburban
 
Office(4)
 
13

 
2,150,400

 
85.5
%
 
 
Retail
 
1

 
52,000

 
100.0
%
 
 
 
 
14

 
2,202,400

 
85.9
%
Total commercial properties
 
 
 
36

 
11,206,991

 
94.0
%
Residential:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Manhattan
 
Residential(2)
 

 
222,855

 
85.9
%
Total portfolio
 
 
 
36

 
11,429,846

 
93.9
%
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(1)
The weighted average occupancy for commercial properties represents the total occupied square feet divided by total square footage at acquisition. The weighted average occupancy for residential properties represents the total occupied units divided by total available units.
(2)
As of December 31, 2017, we owned a building that was comprised of approximately 270,132 square feet of retail space and approximately 222,855 square feet of residential space. For the purpose of this report, we have included the building in the number of retail properties we own. However, we have included only the retail square footage in the retail approximate square footage, and have listed the balance of the square footage as residential square footage.
(3)
Includes two unconsolidated joint venture retail properties at 131-137 Spring Street comprised of approximately 68,342 square feet.
(4)
Includes the properties at 115-117 Stevens Avenue in Valhalla, New York, and 1-6 International Drive in Rye Brook, New York which were classified as held for sale at December 31, 2017.


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As of December 31, 2017, we also held debt, preferred equity and other investments with a book value of $2.2 billion, including $0.1 billion of debt and preferred equity investments and other financing receivables that are included in balance sheet line items other than the Debt and Preferred Equity Investments line item.
Our corporate offices are located in midtown Manhattan at 420 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York 10170. As of December 31, 2017, SL Green's corporate staff, inclusive of our staff, consisted of 310 persons, including 211 professionals experienced in all aspects of commercial real estate. We can be contacted at (212) 594-2700. Our indirect parent entity, SL Green, maintains a website at www.slgreen.com. On this website, you can obtain, free of charge, a copy of our annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as soon as reasonably practicable after we file such material electronically with, or furnish it to, the Securities and Exchange Commission, or the SEC. SL Green has also made available on its website its audit committee charter, compensation committee charter, nominating and corporate governance committee charter, code of business conduct and ethics and corporate governance principles. We do not intend for information contained on SL Green's website to be part of this annual report on Form 10-K. You can also read and copy any materials we file with the SEC at its Public Reference Room at 100 F Street, NE, Washington, DC 20549 (1-800-SEC-0330). The SEC maintains a website (http://www.sec.gov) that contains reports, proxy and information statements, and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the SEC.
Business and Growth Strategies
See Item 1 "Business—Business and Growth Strategies" in SL Green and the Operating Partnership's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 for a complete description of SL Green's business and growth strategies.
Competition
See Item 1 "Business—Competition" in SL Green and the Operating Partnership's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 for a complete description of SL Green's competition.
Manhattan Office Market Overview
See Item 1 "Business—Manhattan Office Market Overview" in SL Green and the Operating Partnership's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 for a complete description of SL Green's Manhattan office market overview.
Industry Segments
See Item 1 "Business—Industry Segments" in SL Green and the Operating Partnership's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 for a complete description of SL Green's industry segments.
Employees
See Item 1 "Business—Employees" in SL Green and the Operating Partnership's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 for a complete description of SL Green's employees.


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ITEM 1A.  RISK FACTORS
We encourage you to read "Item 1A—Risk Factors" in SL Green and the Operating Partnership's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017.
Declines in the demand for office space in New York City, and in particular midtown Manhattan, as well as our Suburban markets, could adversely affect the value of our real estate portfolio and our results of operations and, consequently, our ability to service debt obligations and make distributions to SL Green.
The majority of our property holdings are comprised of commercial office properties located in midtown Manhattan. Our property holdings also include a number of retail properties and multifamily residential properties. As a result of the concentration of our holdings, our business is dependent on the condition of the New York City economy in general and the market for office space in midtown Manhattan in particular. Future weakness and uncertainty in the New York City economy could materially reduce the value of our real estate portfolio and our rental revenues, and thus adversely affect our cash flow and our ability to service debt obligations and make distributions to SL Green. Similarly, future weakness and uncertainty in our suburban markets could adversely affect our cash flow and our ability to service debt obligations and to make distributions to SL Green.
We may be unable to renew leases or relet space as leases expire.
If tenants decide not to renew their leases upon expiration, we may not be able to relet the space. Even if tenants do renew or we can relet the space, the terms of a renewal or new lease, taking into account among other things, the cost of improvements to the property and leasing commissions, may be less favorable than the terms in the expired leases. As of December 31, 2017, approximately 47.9% of the rentable square feet, is scheduled to expire by December 31, 2022 at our consolidated properties and as of December 31, 2017, these leases had annualized escalated rent totaling $321.3 million. In addition, changes in space utilization by tenants may impact our ability to renew or relet space without the need to incur substantial costs in renovating or redesigning the internal configuration of the relevant property. If we are unable to promptly renew the leases or relet the space at similar rates or if we incur substantial costs in renewing or reletting the space, our cash flow and ability to service debt obligations and make distributions to SL Green could be adversely affected.
We face significant competition for tenants.
The leasing of real estate is highly competitive. The principal competitive factors are rent, location, services provided and the nature and condition of the property to be leased. We directly compete with all owners, developers and operators of similar space in the areas in which our properties are located.
Our commercial office properties are concentrated in highly developed areas of midtown Manhattan and certain Suburban central business districts, or CBDs. Manhattan is the largest office market in the United States. The number of competitive office properties in Manhattan and CBDs in which our Suburban properties are located, which may be newer or better located than our properties, could have a material adverse effect on our ability to lease office space at our properties, and on the effective rents we are able to charge.
The expiration of long term leases or operating sublease interests where we do not own a fee interest in the land could adversely affect our results of operations.
Our interests in 461 Fifth Avenue, 625 Madison Avenue, 1185 Avenue of the Americas, 919 Third Avenue, and 711 Third Avenue all in Manhattan, and 1055 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, Connecticut, are entirely or partially comprised of either long-term leasehold or operating sublease interests in the land and the improvements, rather than by ownership of fee interest in the land.
We have the ability to acquire the fee position at 461 Fifth Avenue for a fixed price on a specific date and own 50% of the fee position at 711 Third Avenue. The fee interest in the land at 919 Third Avenue is owned by SL Green. The average remaining term of these long-term leases as of December 31, 2017, including our unilateral extension rights on each of the properties, is 38 years. Pursuant to the leasehold arrangements, we, as tenant under the operating sublease, perform the functions traditionally performed by landlords with respect to our subtenants. We are responsible for not only collecting rent from our subtenants, but also maintaining the property and paying expenses relating to the property. Our share of annualized cash rents of the commercial office properties held through long-term leases or operating sublease interests at December 31, 2017 totaled $261.0 million, or 43.1%, of our share of total Portfolio annualized cash rent. Unless we purchase a fee interest in the underlying land or extend the terms of these leases prior to expiration, we will lose our right to operate these properties upon expiration of the leases, which could adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations. Rent payments under leasehold or operating sublease interests are adjusted, within the parameters of the contractual arrangements, at certain intervals. Rent adjustments may result in higher rents that could adversely affect our financial condition and results of operation.

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We rely on five large properties for a significant portion of our revenue.
Five of our properties, 1185 Avenue of the Americas, 625 Madison Avenue, 919 Third Avenue, 750 Third Avenue, and 810 Seventh Avenue accounted for 50.1% of our share of Portfolio annualized cash rent, and 1185 Avenue of the Americas alone accounted for 15.6% of our share of total annualized cash rent for office properties as of December 31, 2017.
Our revenue and cash available to service debt obligations and make distributions to SL Green would be materially adversely affected if the ground lease for the 1185 Avenue of the Americas property were terminated for any reason or if any of these properties were materially damaged or destroyed. Additionally, our revenue and cash available to service debt obligations and make distributions to SL Green would be materially adversely affected if tenants at these properties fail to timely make rental payments due to adverse financial conditions or otherwise, default under their leases or file for bankruptcy or become insolvent.
Our results of operations rely on major tenants and insolvency or bankruptcy of these or other tenants could adversely affect our results of operations.
Giving effect to leases in effect as of December 31, 2017 for consolidated properties, as of that date, our five largest tenants, based on annualized cash rent, accounted for 15.4% of our share of Portfolio annualized cash rent, with three tenants, Ralph Lauren Corporation, Debevoise & Plimpton, LLP and News America Incorporated, accounting for 4.6%, 3.6% and 2.5% of our share of Portfolio annualized cash rent, respectively. Our business and results of operations would be adversely affected if any of our major tenants became insolvent, declared bankruptcy, or otherwise refused to pay rent in a timely fashion or at all. In addition, if business conditions in the industries in which our tenants are concentrated deteriorate, we may experience increases in past due accounts, defaults, lower occupancy and reduced effective rents across tenants in such industries, which could in turn have an adverse effect on our business and results of operations.
We are subject to risks that affect the retail environment.
Approximately 5.8% of our Portfolio annualized cash rent is generated by retail properties, principally in Manhattan. As a result, we are subject to risks that affect the retail environment generally, including the level of consumer spending, consumer confidence and levels of tourism in Manhattan. These factors could adversely affect the financial condition of our retail tenants and the willingness of retailers to lease space in our retail properties, which could in turn have an adverse effect on our business and results of operations.
Adverse economic and geopolitical conditions in general and the commercial office markets in particular could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations and financial condition and, consequently, our ability to service debt obligations and make distributions to SL Green.
Our business may be affected by volatility in the financial and credit markets and other market, economic, or political challenges experienced by the U.S. economy or the real estate industry as a whole, including changes in law and policy accompanying the new administration and uncertainty in connection with any such changes. Future periods of economic weakness could result in reduced access to credit and/or wider credit spreads. Economic or political uncertainty, including concern about growth and the stability of the markets generally, may lead many lenders and institutional investors to reduce, and in some cases, cease to provide funding to borrowers, which could adversely affect our liquidity and financial condition, and the liquidity and financial condition of our tenants. Specifically, our business may be affected by the following conditions:
significant job losses or declining rates of job creation which may decrease demand for our office space, causing market rental rates and property values to be negatively impacted;
our ability to borrow on terms and conditions that we find acceptable may be limited, which could reduce our ability to pursue acquisition and development opportunities and refinance existing debt, reducing our returns from both our existing operations and our acquisition and development activities and increasing our future interest expense; and
reduced values of our properties, which may limit our ability to dispose of assets at attractive prices or to obtain debt financing secured by our properties and may reduce the availability of unsecured loans.
Leasing office space to smaller and growth-oriented businesses could adversely affect our cash flow and results of operations.
Some of the tenants in our properties are smaller, growth-oriented businesses that may not have the financial strength of larger corporate tenants. Smaller companies generally experience a higher rate of failure than larger businesses. Growth-oriented firms may also seek other office space as they develop. Leasing office space to these companies could create a higher risk of tenant defaults, turnover and bankruptcies, which could adversely affect our cash flow and results of operations.

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We may suffer adverse consequences if our revenues decline since our operating costs do not necessarily decline in proportion to our revenue.
We earn a significant portion of our income from renting our properties. Our operating costs, however, do not necessarily fluctuate in direct proportion to changes in our rental revenue. As a result, our costs will not necessarily decline even if our revenues do. In such event, we may be forced to borrow to cover our costs, we may incur losses or we may not have cash available to service our debt and make distributions to SL Green.
Competition for acquisitions may reduce the number of acquisition opportunities available to us and increase the costs of those acquisitions.
We may acquire properties when we are presented with attractive opportunities. We may face competition for acquisition opportunities from other investors, particularly those investors who are willing to incur more leverage, and this competition may adversely affect us by subjecting us to the following risks:
an inability to acquire a desired property because of competition from other well-capitalized real estate investors, including publicly traded and privately held REITs, private real estate funds, domestic and foreign financial institutions, life insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, pension trusts, partnerships and individual investors; and
an increase in the purchase price for such acquisition property.
If we are unable to successfully acquire additional properties, our ability to grow our business could be adversely affected. In addition, increases in the cost of acquisition opportunities could adversely affect our results of operations.
We face risks associated with property acquisitions.
Our business strategy relies upon the acquisition of interests in properties, individual properties and portfolios of properties, including large portfolios that could significantly increase our size and alter our capital structure. Our acquisition activities may not be successful if we are unable to meet required closing conditions or unable to finance acquisitions and developments of properties on favorable terms or at all. Additionally, we have less visibility into the future performance of acquired properties than properties that we have owned for a period of time, and therefore, recently acquired properties may not be as profitable as our existing portfolio.
Further, we may acquire properties subject to both known and unknown liabilities and without any recourse, or with only limited recourse to the seller. As a result, if a liability were asserted against us arising from our ownership of those properties, we might have to pay substantial sums to settle it, which could adversely affect our cash flow. Unknown liabilities with respect to properties acquired might include:
claims by tenants, vendors or other persons arising from dealing with the former owners of the properties;
liabilities incurred in the ordinary course of business;
claims for indemnification by general partners, directors, officers and others indemnified by the former owners of the properties; and
liabilities for clean-up of undisclosed environmental contamination.
Potential losses may not be covered by insurance.
We are insured through a program administered by SL Green. SL Green maintains “all-risk” property and rental value coverage (including coverage regarding the perils of flood, earthquake and terrorism, excluding nuclear, biological, chemical, and radiological terrorism ("NBCR")), within three property insurance programs and liability insurance. Separate property and liability coverage may be purchased on a stand-alone basis for certain assets. Additionally, SL Green's captive insurance company, Belmont Insurance Company, or Belmont, provides coverage for NBCR terrorist acts above a specified trigger, although if Belmont is required to pay a claim under SL Green's insurance policies, SL Green would ultimately record the loss to the extent of Belmont's required payment. However, there is no assurance that in the future we will be able to procure coverage at a reasonable cost. Further, if we experience losses that are uninsured or that exceed policy limits, we could lose the capital invested in the damaged properties as well as the anticipated future cash flows from those properties. Additionally, our debt instruments contain customary covenants requiring us to maintain insurance and we could default under our debt instruments if the cost and/or availability of certain types of insurance make it impractical or impossible to comply with such covenants relating to insurance. Belmont provides coverage solely on properties owned by SL Green or its affiliates.
With respect to certain of our properties, including properties held by joint ventures, or subject to triple net leases, insurance coverage is obtained by a third-party and we do not control the coverage. While we may have agreements with such third parties to maintain adequate coverage and we monitor these policies, such coverage ultimately may not be maintained or adequately cover our risk of loss.

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The occurrence of a terrorist attack may adversely affect the value of our properties and our ability to generate cash flow.
Our operations are primarily concentrated in the New York metropolitan area. In the aftermath of a terrorist attack or other acts of terrorism or war, tenants in the New York metropolitan area may choose to relocate their business to less populated, lower-profile areas of the United States that those tenants believe are not as likely to be targets of future terrorist activity. In addition, economic activity could decline as a result of terrorist attacks or other acts of terrorism or war, or the perceived threat of such acts. Each of these impacts could in turn trigger a decrease in the demand for space in the New York metropolitan area, which could increase vacancies in our properties and force us to lease our properties on less favorable terms. While under the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2015, insurers must make terrorism insurance available under their property and casualty insurance policies, this legislation does not regulate the pricing of such insurance. The absence of affordable terrorism insurance coverage may adversely affect the general real estate lending market, lending volume and the market's overall liquidity and, in the event of an uninsured loss, we could lose all or a portion of our assets. Furthermore, we may also experience increased costs in relation to security equipment and personnel. As a result, the value of our properties and our results of operations could materially decline.
We face possible risks associated with natural disasters and the physical effects of climate change.
We are subject to risks associated with natural disasters and the physical effects of climate change, which can include storms, hurricanes and flooding, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our properties, operations and business. To the extent climate change causes changes in weather patterns, our markets could experience increases in storm intensity and rising sea-levels. Over time, these conditions could result in declining demand for office space in our buildings or the inability of us to operate the buildings at all. Climate change may also have indirect effects on our business by increasing the cost of (or making unavailable) property insurance on terms we find acceptable, increasing the cost of energy at our properties and requiring us to expend funds as we seek to repair and protect our properties against such risks. There can be no assurance that climate change will not have a material adverse effect on our properties, operations or business.
Debt financing, financial covenants, degree of leverage, and increases in interest rates could adversely affect our economic performance.
Scheduled debt payments could adversely affect our results of operations.
Cash flow could be insufficient to make distributions to SL Green and meet the payments of principal and interest required under our current mortgages, our senior unsecured notes, and our indebtedness outstanding at our joint venture property. SL Green and the Operating Partnership are borrowers jointly and severally obligated under the 2017 credit facility, described under Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Indebtedness. We are a guarantor under the 2017 credit facility. The total principal amount of our outstanding consolidated indebtedness was $1.7 billion as of December 31, 2017, consisting of $905.1 million under our senior unsecured notes and $840.8 million of non-recourse mortgages and loans payable on certain of our properties and debt and preferred equity investments. As of December 31, 2017, the total principal amount of non-recourse indebtedness outstanding at our unconsolidated joint venture property was $141.0 million.
If we are unable to make payments under our senior unsecured notes, the principal and unpaid interest will become immediately payable. If a property is mortgaged to secure payment of indebtedness and we are unable to meet mortgage payments, the mortgagee could foreclose on the property, resulting in loss of income and asset value. Foreclosure on mortgaged properties or an inability to make payments under our senior unsecured notes could trigger defaults under the terms of our other financings, making such financings at risk of being declared immediately payable, and would have a negative impact on our financial condition and results of operations.
We may not be able to refinance existing indebtedness, which may require substantial principal payments at maturity. At the present time, we intend to repay, refinance, or exercise extension options on the debt associated with our properties on or prior to their respective maturity dates. At the time of refinancing, prevailing interest rates or other factors, such as the possible reluctance of lenders to make commercial real estate loans, may result in higher interest rates. Increased interest expense on the extended or refinanced debt would adversely affect cash flow and our ability to service debt obligations and make distributions to SL Green. If any principal payments due at maturity cannot be repaid, refinanced or extended, our cash flow will not be sufficient to repay maturing or accelerated debt.
Financial covenants could adversely affect our ability to conduct our business.
The mortgages on our properties generally contain customary negative covenants that limit our ability to further mortgage the properties, to enter into material leases without lender consent or materially modify existing leases, among other things. In addition, our senior unsecured notes and the 2017 credit facility contain restrictions and requirements on our method of operations. Our unsecured notes also require us to maintain designated ratios, including but not limited to, total debt-to-assets, debt service coverage and unencumbered assets-to-unsecured debt. These restrictions could adversely affect operations (including reducing

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our flexibility and our ability to incur additional debt), our ability to pay debt obligations and our ability to make distributions to SL Green.
Rising interest rates could adversely affect our cash flow.
Advances under our master repurchase agreements bear interest at a variable rate. Our consolidated variable rate borrowings totaled $90.8 million at December 31, 2017. In addition, we could increase the amount of our outstanding variable rate debt in the future. We may incur indebtedness in the future that also bears interest at a variable rate or may be required to refinance our debt at higher rates. At December 31, 2017, a hypothetical 100 basis point increase in interest rates across each of our consolidated variable interest rate instruments, including our variable rate debt and preferred equity investments which mitigate our exposure to interest rate changes, would decrease our net annual interest costs by $12.1 million. Our joint ventures may also incur variable rate debt and face similar risks. Accordingly, increases in interest rates could adversely affect our results of operations and financial conditions and our ability to continue to service debt and make distributions to SL Green.
Failure to hedge effectively against interest rate changes may adversely affect results of operations.
The interest rate hedge instruments we use to manage some of our exposure to interest rate volatility involve risk and counterparties may fail to honor their obligations under these arrangements. In addition, these arrangements may not be effective in reducing our exposure to interest rate changes and when existing interest rate hedges terminate, we may incur increased costs in putting in place further interest rate hedges. Failure to hedge effectively against interest rate changes may adversely affect our results of operations.
Increases in our level of indebtedness could adversely affect our cash flow.
SL Green considers its business as a whole in determining the amount of leverage of itself and its subsidiaries, including us. SL Green also considers other factors in making decisions regarding the incurrence of indebtedness, such as the purchase price of properties to be acquired with debt financing, the estimated market value of our properties upon refinancing and the ability of particular properties and our business as a whole to generate cash flow to cover expected debt service. Our organizational documents do not contain any limitation on the amount of indebtedness we may incur. As a result, if we become more highly leveraged, an increase in debt service could adversely affect cash available for distributions to SL Green and could increase the risk of default on our indebtedness.
A downgrade in our credit ratings could materially adversely affect our business and financial condition.
Our credit rating and the credit ratings assigned to our debt securities could change based upon, among other things, our results of operations and financial condition. These ratings are subject to ongoing evaluation by credit rating agencies, and any rating could be changed or withdrawn by a rating agency in the future if, in its judgment, circumstances warrant such action. Moreover, these credit ratings are not recommendations to buy, sell or hold our securities. If any of the credit rating agencies that have rated our securities downgrades or lowers its credit rating, or if any credit rating agency indicates that it has placed any such rating on a “watch list” for a possible downgrading or lowering, or otherwise indicates that its outlook for that rating is negative, such action could have a material adverse effect on our costs and availability of funding, which could in turn have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations, cash flows, the trading price of our securities and our ability to satisfy our debt service obligations and make distributions to SL Green.
Debt and preferred equity investments could cause us to incur expenses, which could adversely affect our results of operations.
We held first mortgages, mezzanine loans, junior participations and preferred equity interests with an aggregate net book value of $2.2 billion at December 31, 2017. Some of these instruments may be recourse to their sponsors, while others are limited to the collateral securing the loan. In the event of a default under these obligations, we may have to take possession of the collateral securing these interests. Borrowers may contest enforcement of foreclosure or other remedies, seek bankruptcy protection against such enforcement and/or bring claims for lender liability in response to actions to enforce their obligations to us. Declines in the value of the property may prevent us from realizing an amount equal to our investment upon foreclosure or realization even if we make substantial improvements or repairs to the underlying real estate in order to maximize such property's investment potential. In addition, we may invest in mortgage-backed securities and other marketable securities.
We maintain and regularly evaluate the need for reserves to protect against potential future losses. Our reserves reflect management's judgment of the probability and severity of losses and the value of the underlying collateral. We cannot be certain that our judgment will prove to be correct and that our reserves will be adequate over time to protect against future losses because of unanticipated adverse changes in the economy or events adversely affecting specific properties, assets, tenants, borrowers, industries in which our tenants and borrowers operate or markets in which our tenants and borrowers or their properties are located. As of December 31, 2017, we had no recorded reserves for possible credit losses. If our reserves for credit losses prove inadequate, we could suffer losses which would have a material adverse effect on our financial performance and our ability to service debt obligations and make distributions to SL Green.

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Joint investments could be adversely affected by our lack of sole decision-making authority and reliance upon a co-venturer's financial condition.
We co-invest with third parties through partnerships, joint ventures, co-tenancies or other structures, and by acquiring non-controlling interests in, or sharing responsibility for managing the affairs of, a property, partnership, joint venture, co-tenancy or other entity. Therefore, we may not be in a position to exercise sole decision-making authority regarding such property, partnership, joint venture or other entity. Investments in partnerships, joint ventures, or other entities may involve risks not present were a third party not involved, including the possibility that our partners, co-tenants or co-venturers might become bankrupt or otherwise fail to fund their share of required capital contributions. Additionally, our partners or co-venturers might at any time have economic or other business interests or goals which are competitive or inconsistent with our business interests or goals. These investments may also have the potential risk of impasses on decisions such as a sale, because neither we, nor the partner, co-tenant or co-venturer would have full control over the partnership or joint venture. In addition, we may in specific circumstances be liable for the actions of our third-party partners, co-tenants or co-venturers. As of December 31, 2017, we had an aggregate cost basis in these joint ventures, which include two acquisition, development and construction arrangements that are accounted under the equity method, totaling $130.2 million.
Certain of our joint venture agreements contain terms in favor of our partners that could have an adverse effect on the value of our investments in the joint ventures.
Each of our joint venture agreements has been individually negotiated with our partner in the joint venture and, in some cases, we have agreed to terms that are more favorable to our partner in the joint venture than to us. For example, our partner may be entitled to a specified portion of the profits of the joint venture before we are entitled to any portion of such profits. We may also enter into similar arrangements in the future. These rights may permit our partner in a particular joint venture to obtain a greater benefit from the value or profits of the joint venture than us, which could have an adverse effect on the value of our investment in the joint venture and on our financial condition and results of operations.
We may incur costs to comply with governmental laws and regulations.
We are subject to various federal, state and local environmental and health and safety laws that can impose liability on current and former property owners or operators for the clean-up of certain hazardous substances released on a property or of contamination at any facility (e.g., a landfill) to which we have sent hazardous substances for treatment or disposal, without regard to fault or whether the release or disposal was in compliance with law. Being held responsible for such a clean-up could result in significant cost to us and have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
Our properties may be subject to risks relating to current or future laws, including laws benefiting disabled persons, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, and state or local zoning, construction or other regulations. Compliance with such laws may require significant property modifications in the future, which could be costly and non-compliance could result in fines being levied against us in the future. Such costs could have an adverse impact on our cash flows and ability to make distributions to SL Green.
Compliance with changing or new regulations applicable to corporate governance and public disclosure may result in additional expenses, or affect our operations.
Changing or new laws, regulations and standards relating to corporate governance and public disclosure, including SEC regulations and NYSE rules, can create uncertainty for public companies. These changed or new laws, regulations and standards are subject to varying interpretations in many cases due to their lack of specificity. As a result, their application in practice may evolve over time as new guidance is provided by regulatory and governing bodies, which could result in continuing uncertainty regarding compliance matters and higher costs necessitated by ongoing revisions to disclosure and governance practices. We are committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and public disclosure. If our efforts to comply with new or changed laws, regulations and standards differ from the activities intended by regulatory or governing bodies due to ambiguities related to practice, our reputation may be harmed.
Our efforts to comply with evolving laws, regulations and standards have resulted in, and are likely to continue to result in, increased general and administrative expenses and a diversion of management time and attention from revenue-generating activities to compliance activities. In particular, our continued efforts to comply with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and the related regulations regarding our required assessment of our internal controls over financial reporting and our external auditors' audit of that assessment have required the commitment of significant financial and managerial resources. We expect these efforts to require the continued commitment of significant resources. Further, our directors, president and treasurer could face an increased risk of personal liability in connection with the performance of their duties. As a result, we may have difficulty attracting and retaining qualified directors and executive officers, which could harm our business.
We are dependent on external sources of capital.

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We need a substantial amount of capital to operate and grow our business. This need is exacerbated by the distribution requirements imposed on our parent company SL Green for it to qualify as a REIT. We therefore rely on third-party sources of capital, which may not be available on favorable terms or at all. Our access to third-party sources of capital depends on a number of things, including the market's perception of our growth potential and our current and potential future earnings. In addition, we anticipate raising money in the public debt markets with some regularity and our ability to do so will depend upon the general conditions prevailing in these markets. At any time, conditions may exist which effectively prevent us, or REITs in general, from accessing these markets. Moreover, additional debt financing may substantially increase our leverage.
Our property taxes could increase due to reassessment or property tax rate changes.
We are required to pay real property taxes in respect of our properties and such taxes may increase as our properties are reassessed by taxing authorities or as property tax rates change. An increase in the assessed value of our properties or our property tax rates could adversely impact our financial condition, results of operations and our ability to satisfy our debt service obligations and to make distributions to SL Green.
We face potential conflicts of interest.
Members of management may have a conflict of interest over whether to enforce terms of agreements with entities which Mr. Green, directly or indirectly, has an affiliation.
Alliance Building Services, or Alliance, and its affiliates are partially owned by Gary Green, a son of Stephen L. Green, the chairman of SL Green's board of directors, and provide services to certain properties owned by us. Alliance’s affiliates include First Quality Maintenance, L.P., or First Quality, Classic Security LLC, Bright Star Couriers LLC and Onyx Restoration Works, and provide cleaning, extermination, security, messenger, and restoration services, respectively. In addition, First Quality has the non-exclusive opportunity to provide cleaning and related services to individual tenants at our properties on a basis separately negotiated with any tenant seeking such additional services. The Service Corporation has entered into an arrangement with Alliance whereby it will receive a profit participation above a certain threshold for services provided by Alliance to certain tenants at certain buildings above the base services specified in their lease agreements.
SL Green and its tenants accounted for 24.72% of Alliance's 2017 estimated total revenue, based on information provided to us by Alliance. While we believe that the contracts pursuant to which these services are provided were the result of arm's length negotiations, there can be no assurance that the terms of such agreements, or dealings between the parties during the performance of such agreements, will be as favorable to us as those which could be obtained from unaffiliated third parties providing comparable services under similar circumstances.
SL Green's failure to qualify as a REIT would be costly and would have a significant effect on the value of our securities.
We believe that SL Green has operated in a manner to qualify as a REIT for federal income tax purposes and SL Green intends to continue to so operate. Many of the REIT compliance requirements, however, are highly technical and complex. The determination that SL Green is a REIT requires an analysis of factual matters and circumstances. These matters, some of which are not totally within SL Green’s control, can affect SL Green's qualification as a REIT. For example, to qualify as a REIT, at least 95% of SL Green’s gross income must come from designated sources that are listed in the REIT tax laws. SL Green is also required to distribute to its stockholders at least 90% of its REIT taxable income excluding capital gains. The fact that SL Green holds its assets through the Operating Partnership and its subsidiaries further complicates the application of the REIT requirements. Even a technical or inadvertent mistake could jeopardize SL Green’s REIT status. Furthermore, Congress and the Internal Revenue Service, or the IRS, might make changes to the tax laws and regulations that make it more difficult, or impossible, for SL Green to remain qualified as a REIT.
If SL Green fails to qualify as a REIT, the funds available for distribution to its stockholders would be substantially reduced as it would not be allowed a deduction for dividends paid to its stockholders in computing its taxable income and would be subject to federal income tax at regular corporate rates and it could be subject to the federal alternative minimum tax and possibly increased state and local taxes.
Also, unless the IRS grants it relief under specific statutory provisions, SL Green would remain disqualified as a REIT for four years following the year in which it first failed to qualify. If SL Green failed to qualify as a REIT, SL Green would have to pay significant income taxes and we would therefore have less money available for investments or to service our debt obligations. This would have a significant adverse effect on the value of our securities. In addition, the REIT tax laws would no longer obligate SL Green to make any distributions to stockholders. As a result of all these factors, if SL Green fails to qualify as a REIT, this could impair our ability to expand our business and raise capital.
Changes to U.S. federal income tax laws could materially and adversely affect us and the value of our securities.
The recently enacted Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the ‘‘Tax Act’’) makes substantial changes to the Code. Among those changes are a significant permanent reduction in the generally applicable corporate tax rate, changes in the taxation of individuals and other

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non-corporate taxpayers that generally but not universally reduce their taxes on a temporary basis subject to ‘‘sunset’’ provisions, the elimination or modification of various currently allowed deductions (including substantial limitations on the deductibility of interest and, in the case of individuals, the deduction for personal state and local taxes), and preferential rates of taxation on most ordinary REIT dividends and certain business income derived by non-corporate taxpayers in comparison to other ordinary income recognized by such taxpayers. The Tax Act also imposes certain additional limitations on the deduction of net operating losses, which may in the future cause SL Green to be required to make distributions that will be taxable to its stockholders to the extent its current or accumulated earnings and profits in order to comply with the annual REIT distribution requirements. The effect of these, and the many other, changes made in the Tax Act is highly uncertain, in terms of their effect on the value of our securities and the value of our assets or market conditions generally. Furthermore, many of the provisions of the Tax Act will require guidance through the issuance of Treasury regulations in order to assess their effect. There may be a substantial delay before such regulations are promulgated, increasing the uncertainty as to the ultimate effect of the statutory amendments on us. It is also likely that there will be technical corrections legislation proposed with respect to the Act this year, the effect of which cannot be predicted and may be adverse to us, our parent company or our parent company's stockholders.
Additionally, the rules dealing with U.S. federal income taxation are continually under review by Congress, the IRS, and the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Any such changes could have an adverse effect on the value of our securities or on the market value or the resale potential of our assets.
Loss of our key personnel could harm our operations and the value of our securities.
We are dependent on the efforts of Marc Holliday, the chief executive officer of SL Green and president of WAGP, and Andrew W. Mathias, the president of SL Green. These officers have employment agreements which expire in January 2019 and December 2018, respectively. A loss of the services of either of these individuals could adversely affect our operations.
Our business and operations would suffer in the event of system failures or cyber security attacks.
Despite system redundancy, the implementation of security measures and the existence of a disaster recovery plan for our internal information technology systems, our systems are vulnerable to a number of risks including energy blackouts, natural disasters, terrorism, war, telecommunication failures and cyber attacks and intrusions, such as computer viruses, malware, attachments to e-mails, intrusion and unauthorized access, including from persons inside our organization or from persons outside our organization with access to our systems. The risk of a security breach or disruption, particularly through cyber attacks and intrusions, including by computer hackers, foreign governments and cyber terrorists, has generally increased as the number, intensity and sophistication of attempted attacks and instructions from around the world have increased. Our systems are critical to the operation of our business and any system failure, accident or security breach that causes interruptions in our operations could result in a material disruption to our business. We may also incur additional costs to remedy damages caused by such disruptions. Although we make efforts to maintain the security and integrity of our systems and have implemented various measures to manage the risk of a security breach or disruption, there can be no assurance that our security efforts and measures will be effective or that attempted security breaches or disruptions would not be successful or damaging. Any compromise of our security could also result in a violation of applicable privacy and other laws, significant legal and financial exposure, damage to our reputation, loss or misuse of the information (which may be confidential, proprietary and/or commercially sensitive in nature) and a loss of confidence in our security measures, which could harm our business.
Forward-looking statements may prove inaccurate.
See Item 7, "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Forward-looking Information," for additional disclosure regarding forward-looking statements.
ITEM 1B.    UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
As of December 31, 2017, we did not have any unresolved comments with the staff of the SEC.

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ITEM 2.    PROPERTIES
Our Portfolio
General
As of December 31, 2017, we owned or held interests in 16 commercial office buildings encompassing approximately 8.5 million rentable square feet, located primarily in midtown Manhattan. Many of these buildings include some amount of retail space on the lower floors, as well as basement/storage space. As of December 31, 2017, our portfolio also included ownership interests in 13 commercial office buildings encompassing approximately 2.2 million rentable square feet located in Brooklyn, Westchester County, and Connecticut. We refer to these buildings as our Suburban properties. Some of these buildings also include a small amount of retail space on the lower floors, as well as basement/storage space.
As of December 31, 2017, we also owned in Manhattan, a mixed-use residential and prime retail property encompassing approximately 492,987 square feet and a land interest encompassing approximately 176,530 square feet. As of December 31, 2017, we also held debt, preferred equity, and other investments with a book value of $2.2 billion, including $0.1 billion of debt and preferred equity investments and other financing receivables that are included in balance sheet line items other than the Debt and Preferred Equity Investments line item.
The following tables set forth certain information with respect to each of the Manhattan and Suburban office, prime retail, and residential properties and land interest in the portfolio as of December 31, 2017:
 
 
Year Built/
Renovated
 
SubMarket
 
Approximate
Rentable
Square Feet
 
Percent of Portfolio Rentable Square Feet
 
Percent Occupied (1)
 
Annualized
Cash
Rent (2)
 
Percent
of Portfolio
Annualized
Cash
Rent
 
Number
of
Tenants
 
Annualized
Cash Rent Per
Leased
Square
Foot (3)
MANHATTAN OFFICE PROPERTIES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
"Same Store"
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
110 East 42nd Street
 
1921
 
Grand Central
 
215,400

 
2.0%
 
74.0%
 
$
9,076,176

 
1.5%
 
22
 
$
56.92

125 Park Avenue
 
1923/2006
 
Grand Central
 
604,245

 
5.7
 
99.6
 
41,455,375

 
6.8
 
26
 
65.22

304 Park Avenue South
 
1930
 
Midtown South
 
215,000

 
2.0
 
100.0
 
15,793,271

 
2.6
 
12
 
74.29

461 Fifth Avenue(4)
 
1988
 
Midtown
 
200,000

 
1.9
 
96.6
 
18,244,987

 
3.0
 
9
 
90.91

555 West 57th Street
 
1971
 
Midtown West
 
941,000

 
8.9
 
99.9
 
41,998,657

 
6.9
 
9
 
41.10

609 Fifth Avenue
 
1925/1990
 
Rockefeller Center
 
160,000

 
1.5
 
67.8
 
15,124,408

 
2.5
 
11
 
136.80

625 Madison Avenue(4)
 
1956/2002
 
Plaza District
 
563,000

 
5.3
 
98.8
 
61,526,979

 
10.2
 
25
 
106.60

635 Sixth Avenue
 
1902
 
Midtown South
 
104,000

 
1.0
 
100.0
 
9,342,629

 
1.5
 
2
 
99.08

641 Sixth Avenue
 
1902
 
Midtown South
 
163,000

 
1.5
 
100.0
 
14,268,905

 
2.4
 
6
 
84.13

711 Third Avenue(4)
 
1955
 
Grand Central North
 
524,000

 
4.9
 
86.2
 
30,998,203

 
5.1
 
18
 
60.68

750 Third Avenue
 
1958/2006
 
Grand Central North
 
780,000

 
7.4
 
98.8
 
48,691,192

 
8.0
 
29
 
60.25

810 Seventh Avenue
 
1970
 
Times Square
 
692,000

 
6.5
 
97.9
 
48,572,282

 
8.0
 
50
 
67.09

919 Third Avenue(5)
 
1970
 
Grand Central North
 
1,454,000

 
13.7
 
100.0
 
98,500,512

 
8.3
 
9
 
65.79

1185 Avenue of the Americas(4)
 
1969
 
Rockefeller Center
 
1,062,000

 
10.0
 
98.1
 
94,475,380

 
15.6
 
15
 
88.34

1350 Avenue of the Americas
 
1966
 
Rockefeller Center
 
562,000

 
5.3
 
90.0
 
41,108,087

 
6.8
 
34
 
77.39

Added to Same Store in 2017
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
110 Greene Street(6)
 
1908/1920
 
Soho
 
223,600

 
2.1
 
76.5
 
11,606,808

 
1.7
 
58
 
79.79

 Subtotal/ Weighted Average
 
8,463,245

 
79.7%
 
95.9%
 
$
600,783,851

 
90.9%
 
335
 
 
Total / Weighted Average Manhattan Office Properties
 
8,463,245

 
79.7%
 
95.9%
 
$
600,783,851

 
90.9%
 
335
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUBURBAN OFFICE PROPERTIES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
"Same Store" Westchester, NY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1100 King Street
 
1983-1986
 
Rye Brook, Westchester
 
540,000

 
5.1%
 
70.9%
 
$
9,746,073

 
1.6%
 
35
 
$
26.48

115-117 Stevens Avenue
 
1984
 
Valhalla, Westchester
 
178,000

 
1.7
 
67.3
 
2,285,316

 
0.4
 
12
 
23.16

100 Summit Lake Drive
 
1988
 
Valhalla, Westchester
 
250,000

 
2.4
 
92.2
 
5,872,032

 
1.0
 
13
 
25.91


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Year Built/
Renovated
 
SubMarket
 
Approximate
Rentable
Square Feet
 
Percent of Portfolio Rentable Square Feet
 
Percent Occupied (1)
 
Annualized
Cash
Rent (2)
 
Percent
of Portfolio
Annualized
Cash
Rent
 
Number
of
Tenants
 
Annualized
Cash Rent Per
Leased
Square
Foot (3)
200 Summit Lake Drive
 
1990
 
Valhalla, Westchester
 
245,000

 
2.3
 
87.5
 
5,508,464

 
0.9
 
8
 
26.53

500 Summit Lake Drive
 
1986
 
Valhalla, Westchester
 
228,000

 
2.1
 
100.0
 
6,032,268

 
1.0
 
8
 
28.21

360 Hamilton Avenue
 
2000
 
White Plains, Westchester
 
384,000

 
3.6
 
99.3
 
14,989,967

 
2.5
 
22
 
39.40

Westchester, NY Subtotal/Weighted Average
 
1,825,000

 
17.2%
 
85.3%
 
$
44,434,120

 
7.4%
 
98
 
 
"Same Store" Connecticut
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1055 Washington Boulevard(4)
 
1987
 
Stamford, Connecticut
 
182,000

 
1.7%
 
80.9%
 
$
5,526,636

 
0.9%
 
21
 
$
36.27

1010 Washington Boulevard
 
1988
 
Stamford, Connecticut
 
143,400

 
1.4
 
94.6
 
4,613,187

 
0.8
 
27
 
34.73

Connecticut Subtotal/Weighted Average
 
325,400

 
3.1%
 
87.0%
 
$
10,139,823

 
1.7%
 
48
 
 

Total / Weighted Average Suburban Office Properties
 
2,150,400

 
20.3%
 
85.5%
 
$
54,573,943

 
9.1%
 
146
 
 

Portfolio Grand Total / Weighted Average
 
10,613,645

 
100.0%
 
93.8%
 
$
655,357,794

 
100.0%
 
481
 
 

Portfolio Grand Total—ROP share of Annualized Cash Rent
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
605,931,862

 
 
 
 
 
 
PRIME RETAIL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
115 Spring Street
 
1900
 
SoHo
 
5,218

 
1.2%
 
100.0%
 
$
2,903,400

 
7.5%
 
1
 
$
556.42

131-137 Spring Street - 20.0%
 
1891
 
SoHo
 
68,342

 
16.4
 
89.6
 
12,612,958

 
6.5
 
8
 
203.60

315 West 33rd Street - The Olivia
 
2000
 
Penn Station
 
270,132

 
64.8
 
100.0
 
17,179,582

 
44.6
 
10
 
62.42

752 Madison Avenue
 
1996/2012
 
Plaza District
 
21,124

 
5.1
 
100.0
 
14,135,652

 
36.7
 
1
 
669.17

Williamsburg Terrace
 
2010
 
Brooklyn, New York
 
52,000

 
12.5
 
100.0
 
1,796,348

 
4.7
 
3
 
34.52

Total/Weighted Average Retail Properties
 
416,816

 
100.0%
 
98.3%
 
$
48,627,940

 
100.0%
 
23
 
 
LAND
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
635 Madison Avenue
 
 
 
Plaza District
 
176,530

 
100.0%
 
100.0%
 
$
3,677,574

 
100.0%
 
 
 
 
Total/Weighted Average Land Properties
 
176,530

 
100.0%
 
100.0%
 
$
3,677,574

 
100.0%
 
 
 
 
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
 
SubMarket
 
Usable Sq. Feet
 
Total Units
 
Percent
Occupied(1)
 
Annualized Cash
Rent(2)
 
Average
Monthly Rent
Per Unit (7)
315 West 33rd Street - The Olivia
 
Penn Station
 
222,855

 
333

 
85.9
%
 
$
14,242,394

 
$
4,164

(1)
Excludes leases signed but not yet commenced as of December 31, 2017.
(2)
Annualized Cash Rent represents the monthly contractual rent under existing leases as of December 31, 2017 multiplied by 12. This amount reflects total rent before any rent abatements and includes expense reimbursements, which may be estimated as of such date. Total rent abatements for leases in effect as of December 31, 2017 for the 12 months ending December 31, 2018 will reduce cash rent by $5.8 million for our properties.
(3)
Annualized Cash Rent Per Leased Square Foot represents Annualized Cash Rent, as described in footnote (1) above, presented on a per leased square foot basis.
(4)
We hold a leasehold interest in this property.
(5)
We own a 51% interest in this joint venture asset.
(6)
We own a 90% interest in this joint venture asset.
(7)
Calculated based on occupied units.

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Historical Occupancy
Historically SL Green has achieved consistently higher occupancy rates in its Manhattan portfolio as compared to the overall midtown markets, as shown over the last five years in the following table:
 
Leased
Occupancy Rate of
Manhattan Operating
Portfolio(1)
 
Occupancy Rate of
Class A
Office Properties
in the midtown
Markets(2)(3)
 
Occupancy Rate of
Class B
Office Properties
in the midtown
Markets(2)(3)
December 31, 2017
93.9
%
 
90.5
%
 
90.3
%
December 31, 2016
94.9
%
 
90.0
%
 
92.2
%
December 31, 2015
94.2
%
 
90.9
%
 
91.3
%
December 31, 2014
95.3
%
 
89.4
%
 
91.6
%
December 31, 2013
94.3
%
 
88.3
%
 
89.1
%
(1)
Includes leases signed but not yet commenced as of the relevant date in the wholly-owned and joint venture properties owned by SL Green.
(2)
Includes vacant space available for direct lease and sublease. Source: Cushman & Wakefield.
(3)
The term "Class B" is generally used in the Manhattan office market to describe office properties that are more than 25 years old but that are in good physical condition, enjoy widespread acceptance by high-quality tenants and are situated in desirable locations in Manhattan. Class B office properties can be distinguished from Class A properties in that Class A properties are generally newer properties with higher finishes and frequently obtain the highest rental rates within their markets.
Historically SL Green has achieved consistently higher occupancy rates in its Westchester County and Connecticut portfolios in comparison to the overall Westchester County and Stamford, Connecticut, CBD markets, as shown over the last five years in the following table:
 
Leased
Occupancy Rate of
Westchester Operating
Portfolio(1)

 
Occupancy Rate of
Class A
Office Properties
in the Westchester
Market(2)
 
Leased
Occupancy Rate of
Connecticut Operating
Portfolio(1)

 
Occupancy Rate of
Class A
Office Properties
in the Stamford CBD
Market(2)
December 31, 2017
85.3
%
 
77.5
%
 
89.5
%
 
73.4
%
December 31, 2016
81.9
%
 
75.1
%
 
87.5
%
 
73.7
%
December 31, 2015
77.5
%
 
76.0
%
 
84.1
%
 
79.9
%
December 31, 2014
78.8
%
 
76.6
%
 
83.6
%
 
75.7
%
December 31, 2013
78.1
%
 
79.4
%
 
80.5
%
 
74.7
%
(1)
Includes leases signed but not yet commenced as of the relevant date in the wholly-owned and joint venture properties owned by SL Green.
(2)
Includes vacant space available for direct lease and sublease. Source: Cushman & Wakefield.
Lease Expirations
Leases in our Manhattan portfolio, as at many other Manhattan office properties, typically have an initial term of seven to fifteen years, compared to typical lease terms of five to ten years in other large U.S. office markets. For the five years ending December 31, 2022, the average annual lease expirations at our Manhattan operating properties is expected to be approximately 0.8 million square feet representing an average annual expiration rate of approximately 9.4% per year (assuming no tenants exercise renewal or cancellation options and there are no tenant bankruptcies or other tenant defaults).

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The following table sets forth a schedule of the annual lease expirations at our Manhattan operating properties, with respect to leases in place as of December 31, 2017 for each of the next ten years and thereafter (assuming that no tenants exercise renewal or cancellation options and that there no tenant bankruptcies or other tenant defaults):
Manhattan Operating Properties
Year of Lease Expiration
 
Number
of
Expiring
Leases(1)
 
Square
Footage
of
Expiring
Leases
 
Percentage
of
Total
Leased
Square
Feet
 
Annualized
Cash Rent
of
Expiring
Leases(2)
 
Percentage
of
Annualized
Cash Rent
of
Expiring
Leases
 
Annualized
Cash Rent
Per
Leased
Square
Foot of
Expiring
Leases(3)
2018(4)
 
38

 
414,020

 
4.9
%
 
$
38,482,861

 
6.4
%
 
$
92.95

2019
 
33

 
764,014

 
9.0

 
58,559,280

 
9.7

 
76.65

2020
 
38

 
816,616

 
9.6

 
60,950,186

 
10.1

 
74.64

2021
 
46

 
1,265,512

 
14.9

 
85,341,798

 
14.2

 
67.44

2022
 
40

 
701,134

 
8.3

 
47,899,207

 
8.0

 
68.32

2023
 
26

 
666,057

 
7.9

 
39,200,242

 
6.5

 
58.85

2024
 
10

 
132,518

 
1.6

 
11,659,120

 
1.9

 
87.98

2025
 
22

 
501,969

 
5.9

 
51,483,286

 
8.6

 
102.56

2026
 
23

 
716,203

 
8.5

 
46,620,722

 
7.8

 
65.09

2027 & thereafter
 
69

 
2,490,091

 
29.4

 
160,587,147

 
26.7

 
64.49

Total/weighted average
 
345

 
8,468,134

 
100.0
%
 
$
600,783,849

 
100.0
%
 
$
70.95

(1)
Tenants may have multiple leases.
(2)
Annualized Cash Rent of Expiring Leases represents the monthly contractual rent under existing leases as of December 31, 2017 multiplied by 12. This amount reflects total rent before any rent abatements and includes expense reimbursements, which may be estimated as of such date. Total rent abatements for leases in effect as of December 31, 2017 for the 12 months ending December 31, 2018 will reduce cash rent by $3.3 million for the properties.
(3)
Annualized Cash Rent Per Leased Square Foot of Expiring Leases represents Annualized Cash Rent of Expiring Leases, as described in footnote (2) above, presented on a per leased square foot basis.
(4)
Includes approximately 3,819 square feet and annualized cash rent of $0.1 million occupied by month-to-month holdover tenants whose leases expired prior to December 31, 2017.
Leases in our Suburban portfolio, as at many other suburban operating properties, typically have an initial term of five to ten years. For the five years ending December 31, 2022, the average annual lease expirations at our Suburban operating properties is expected to be approximately 0.2 million square feet, representing an average annual expiration rate of approximately 10.7% per year (assuming no tenants exercise renewal or cancellation options and there are no tenant bankruptcies or other tenant defaults).

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The following tables set forth a schedule of the annual lease expirations at our Suburban operating properties with respect to leases in place as of December 31, 2017 for each of the next ten years and thereafter (assuming that no tenants exercise renewal or cancellation options and that there are no tenant bankruptcies or other tenant defaults):
Suburban Operating Properties
Year of Lease Expiration
 
Number
of
Expiring
Leases(1)
 
Square
Footage
of
Expiring
Leases
 
Percentage
of
Total
Leased
Square
Feet
 
Annualized
Cash Rent
of
Expiring
Leases(2)
 
Percentage
of
Annualized
Cash Rent
of
Expiring
Leases
 
Annualized
Cash Rent
Per
Leased
Square
Foot of
Expiring
Leases(3)
2018(4)
 
19

 
131,367

 
7.3
%
 
$
4,022,036

 
7.4
%
 
$
30.62

2019
 
26

 
367,181

 
20.5

 
10,391,949

 
19.0

 
28.30

2020
 
26

 
201,953

 
11.3

 
6,799,338

 
12.5

 
33.67

2021
 
19

 
207,035

 
11.6

 
7,406,359

 
13.6

 
35.77

2022
 
11

 
45,443

 
2.5

 
1,433,986

 
2.6

 
31.56

2023
 
15

 
149,655

 
8.4

 
4,860,478

 
8.9

 
32.48

2024
 
4

 
91,613

 
5.1

 
2,503,718

 
4.6

 
27.33

2025
 
4

 
54,274

 
3.0

 
1,710,328

 
3.1

 
31.51

2026
 
9

 
202,149

 
11.3

 
6,658,647

 
12.2

 
32.94

2027 & thereafter
 
14

 
337,376

 
19.0

 
8,787,104

 
16.1

 
26.05

Total/weighted average
 
147

 
1,788,046

 
100.0
%
 
$
54,573,943

 
100.0
%
 
$
30.52

(1)
Tenants may have multiple leases.
(2)
Annualized Cash Rent of Expiring Leases represents the monthly contractual rent under existing leases as of December 31, 2017 multiplied by 12. This amount reflects total rent before any rent abatements and includes expense reimbursements, which may be estimated as of such date. Total rent abatements for leases in effect as of December 31, 2017 for the 12 months ending December 31, 2018 will reduce cash rent by $2.5 million for the suburban properties.
(3)
Annualized Cash Rent Per Leased Square Foot of Expiring Leases represents Annualized Cash Rent of Expiring Leases, as described in footnote (2) above, presented on a per leased square foot basis.
(4)
Includes approximately 9,707 square feet and annualized cash rent of $0.3 million occupied by month-to-month holdover tenants whose leases expired prior to December 31, 2017.

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Tenant Diversification
At December 31, 2017, our Manhattan and Suburban office properties were leased to 481 tenants, which are engaged in a variety of businesses, including professional services, financial services, media, apparel, business services and government/non-profit. The following table sets forth information regarding the leases with respect to the 10 largest tenants in our Manhattan and Suburban office properties, which are not intended to be representative of our tenants as a whole, based on the amount of square footage leased by our tenants as of December 31, 2017:
Tenant
 
Properties
 
Lease Expiration
 
Total
Leased
Square
Feet
 
Percentage
of Aggregate
Portfolio
Leased
Square
Feet
 
Percentage
of Aggregate
Portfolio
Annualized
Cash
Rent
Ralph Lauren Corporation
 
625 Madison Avenue
 
2019
 
386,785
 
3.6
%
 
4.6
%
Debevoise & Plimpton, LLP
 
919 Third Avenue
 
2021
 
577,438
 
5.4

 
3.6

News America Incorporated
 
1185 Avenue of the Americas
 
2020
 
165,086
 
1.6

 
2.5

King & Spalding
 
1185 Avenue of the Americas
 
2025
 
159,943
 
1.5

 
2.4

C.B.S. Broadcasting, Inc.
 
555 West 57th Street
 
2023 & 2027
 
338,527
 
3.2

 
2.3

Amerada Hess Corp.
 
1185 Avenue of the Americas
 
2027
 
181,569
 
1.7

 
2.3

National Hockey League
 
1185 Avenue of the Americas
 
2022
 
148,217
 
1.4

 
2.3

Advance Magazine Group, Fairchild Publications
 
750 Third Avenue
 
2021
 
286,622
 
2.7

 
2.2

Giorgio Armani Collection
 
752-760 Madison Avenue
 
2024
 
21,124
 
0.2

 
2.1

Infor (USA) Inc.
 
635 Sixth Avenue & 641 Sixth Avenue
 
2022, 2025, 2026 & 2027
 
149,119
 
1.4

 
1.8

Total
 
 
 
 
 
2,414,430

 
22.7
%
 
26.1
%
Environmental Matters
We engaged independent environmental consulting firms to perform Phase I environmental site assessments on our portfolio, in order to assess existing environmental conditions. All of the Phase I assessments met the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard. Under the ASTM Standard, a Phase I environmental site assessment consists of a site visit, an historical record review, a review of regulatory agency data bases and records, and interviews with on-site personnel, with the purpose of identifying potential environmental concerns associated with real estate. These environmental site assessments did not reveal any known environmental liability that we believe will have a material adverse effect on our results of operations or financial condition.
ITEM 3.    LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
As of December 31, 2017, we were not involved in any material litigation nor, to management's knowledge, was any material litigation threatened against us or our portfolio which if adversely determined could have a material adverse impact on us.
ITEM 4.    MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
Not Applicable.

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PART II

ITEM 5.    MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
There is no established trading market for our common equity. As of March 22, 2018, there were two holders of our Class A common units, both of which are subsidiaries of SL Green.
Common Units
No distributions have been declared by ROP in respect of its Class A common units subsequent to the Merger on January 25, 2007.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
We did not sell any Class A common units during the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 that were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
None of the Class A common units were exchanged into shares of SL Green's common stock and cash in accordance with the Merger Agreement.
Purchases of Equity Securities by Issuer and Affiliate Purchasers
None.

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ITEM 6.    SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
The following table sets forth our selected financial data and should be read in conjunction with our Financial Statements and notes thereto included in Item 7, "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and Item 8, "Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
 
Year Ended December 31,
Operating Data (in thousands)
2017
 
2016
 
2015
 
2014
 
2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total revenues
$
967,538

 
$
975,416

 
$
925,233

 
$
847,522

 
$
821,822

Operating expenses
164,219

 
166,137

 
163,969

 
154,374

 
146,548

Real estate taxes
156,967

 
152,010

 
143,873

 
133,567

 
118,699

Ground rent
20,941

 
20,971

 
20,941

 
20,941

 
21,139

Interest expense, net of interest income
123,969

 
109,208

 
119,342

 
129,356

 
133,845

Amortization of deferred finance costs
9,313

 
7,918

 
7,519

 
7,810

 
8,460

Depreciation and amortization
205,795

 
212,514

 
202,474

 
196,505

 
181,619

Transaction related costs
3

 
238

 
2,871

 
3,599

 
3,070

Marketing, general and administrative
496

 
720

 
464

 
372

 
362

Total expenses
681,703

 
669,716

 
661,453

 
646,524

 
613,742

Equity in net income (loss) from unconsolidated joint venture
14,192

 
14,509

 
8,841

 
4,491

 
(17,108
)
Equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture
672

 

 

 
85,559

 
2,056

Gain (loss) on sale of real estate
69,826

 
(6,909
)
 
100,190

 

 

Depreciable real estate reserves
(172,071
)
 

 
(9,998
)
 

 

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

 

 
(49
)
 
(7,385
)
 
(76
)
Income from continuing operations
198,454

 
313,300

 
362,764

 
283,663

 
192,952

Discontinued operations

 

 

 
119,575

 
19,663

Net income
198,454

 
313,300

 
362,764

 
403,238

 
212,615

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
17,440

 
(4,424
)
 
(9,169
)
 
(2,641
)
 
(5,200
)
Preferred units dividend
(3,819
)
 
(3,821
)
 
(1,698
)
 

 

Net income attributable to ROP common unitholder
$
212,075

 
$
305,055

 
$
351,897

 
$
400,597

 
$
207,415

 
As of December 31,
Balance Sheet Data (in thousands)
2017
 
2016
 
2015
 
2014
 
2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate, before accumulated depreciation
$
7,029,455

 
$
7,508,870

 
$
7,428,243

 
$
7,203,216

 
$
6,670,210

Total assets
8,541,508

 
8,754,613

 
8,833,317

 
8,303,773

 
7,742,056

Mortgage note and other loan payable, revolving credit facility and term loan and senior unsecured notes, net
1,730,715

 
2,650,849

 
2,660,297

 
2,893,001

 
2,758,137

Total capital
6,333,020

 
5,528,823

 
4,586,952

 
5,080,081

 
4,595,574


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ITEM 7.    MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF
OPERATIONS
Overview
Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P., or ROP, commenced operations on June 2, 1995. The sole general partner of ROP is Wyoming Acquisition GP LLC., or WAGP, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SL Green Operating Partnership, L.P., or the Operating Partnership. The sole limited partner of ROP is the Operating Partnership. SL Green Realty Corp., or SL Green, is the general partner of the Operating Partnership. Unless the context requires otherwise, all references to "we," "our," "us" and the "Company" means ROP and all entities owned or controlled by ROP.
We are engaged in the acquisition, ownership, management and operation of commercial and residential real estate properties, principally office properties, and also own land for future development in the New York metropolitan area.
The following discussion related to our consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the financial statements appearing in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Leasing and Operating
In 2017, SL Green's same-store Manhattan office property occupancy based on leases signed was 95.3% compared to 95.9% in the prior year. SL Green signed office leases in Manhattan encompassing approximately 1.5 million square feet, of which approximately 0.9 million square feet represented office leases that replaced previously occupied space. SL Green's mark-to-market on these approximately 1.5 million square feet of signed Manhattan office leases that replaced previously occupied space was 11.3% for 2017.
According to Cushman & Wakefield, new leasing activity in Manhattan in 2017 totaled approximately 30.5 million square feet. Of the total 2017 leasing activity in Manhattan, the Midtown submarket accounted for approximately 19.7 million square feet, or approximately 64.6%. Manhattan's overall office vacancy decreased from 9.3% at December 31, 2016 to 8.9% at December 31, 2017. Overall average asking rents in Manhattan decreased in 2017 by 0.8% from $72.82 per square foot at December 31, 2016 to $72.25 per square foot at December 31, 2017, while Manhattan Class A asking rents increased to $79.05 per square foot, up 0.8% from $78.43 one year ago.
Assets Transfer
In 2015, SL Green transferred two properties and SL Green's tenancy in common interest in a fee interest with a total value of $395.0 million to us. Additionally, in 2015, SL Green transferred one entity that held debt investments and financing receivables with an aggregate carrying value of $1.7 billion to us. During 2015, SL Green transferred five properties with a total value aggregating $884.3 million to us. These transfers were made to further diversify our portfolio. Under the business combinations guidance (Accounting Standard Codification, or ASC, 805-50), these transfers were determined to be transfers of businesses between the indirect parent company and its wholly-owned subsidiary. As such, the assets and liabilities of the properties were transferred at their carrying values and were recorded as of the beginning of the current reporting period as though the assets and liabilities had been transferred at that date. The consolidated financial statements and financial information presented for all prior periods have been retrospectively adjusted to furnish comparative information.

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As of December 31, 2017, we owned the following interests in properties in the New York metropolitan area, primarily in midtown Manhattan. Our investments in the New York metropolitan area also include investments in Brooklyn, Westchester County, and Connecticut, which are collectively known as the Suburban properties:
Location
 
Type
 
Number of
Properties
 
Approximate Square Feet
 
Weighted Average
Occupancy
(1)
Commercial:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Manhattan
 
Office
 
16

 
8,463,245

 
95.9
%
 
 
Retail(2)(3)
 
5

 
364,816

 
98.0
%
 
 
Fee Interest
 
1

 
176,530

 
100.0
%
 
 
 
 
22

 
9,004,591

 
96.0
%
Suburban
 
Office(4)
 
13

 
2,150,400

 
85.5
%
 
 
Retail
 
1

 
52,000

 
100.0
%
 
 
 
 
14

 
2,202,400

 
85.9
%
Total commercial properties
 
 
 
36

 
11,206,991

 
94.0
%
Residential:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Manhattan
 
Residential(2)
 

 
222,855

 
85.9
%
Total portfolio
 
 
 
36

 
11,429,846

 
93.9
%
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(1)
The weighted average occupancy for commercial properties represents the total occupied square feet divided by total square footage at acquisition.  The weighted average occupancy for residential properties represents the total occupied units divided by total available units.
(2)
As of December 31, 2017, we owned a building that was comprised of approximately 270,132 square feet of retail space and approximately 222,855 square feet of residential space. For the purpose of this report, we have included the building in the number of retail properties we own. However, we have included only the retail square footage in the retail approximate square footage, and have listed the balance of the square footage as residential square footage.
(3)
Includes two unconsolidated joint venture retail properties at 131-137 Spring Street comprised of approximately 68,342 square feet.
(4)
Includes the properties at 115-117 Stevens Avenue in Valhalla, New York, and 1-6 International Drive in Rye Brook, New York which were classified as held for sale at December 31, 2017.

As of December 31, 2017, we also held debt, preferred equity and other investments with a book value of $2.2 billion, including $0.1 billion of debt and preferred equity investments and other financing receivables that are included in balance sheet line items other than the Debt and Preferred Equity Investments line item.
Critical Accounting Policies
Our discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations is based on our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, and contingencies as of the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. We evaluate our assumptions and estimates on an ongoing basis. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. We believe the following critical accounting policies affect our more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements.
Investment in Commercial Real Estate Properties
Real estate properties are presented at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Costs directly related to the development or redevelopment of properties are capitalized. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are expensed as incurred; major replacements and betterments, which improve or extend the life of the asset, are capitalized and depreciated over their estimated useful lives.
We recognize the assets acquired, liabilities assumed (including contingencies) and any noncontrolling interests in an acquired entity at their respective fair values on the acquisition date.
We incur a variety of costs in the development and leasing of our properties. After the determination is made to capitalize a cost, it is allocated to the specific component of a project that is benefited. Determination of when a development project is substantially complete and capitalization must cease involves a degree of judgment. The costs of land and building under development include specifically identifiable costs. The capitalized costs include, but are not limited to, pre-construction costs essential to the development of the property, development costs, construction costs, interest costs, real estate taxes, salaries and related costs and other costs incurred during the period of development. We consider a construction project as substantially completed and held available for occupancy upon the completion of tenant improvements, but no later than one year after major

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construction activity ceases. We cease capitalization on the portions substantially completed and occupied or held available for occupancy, and capitalize only those costs associated with the portions under construction.
On a periodic basis, we assess whether there are any indications that the value of our real estate properties may be other than temporarily impaired or that their carrying value may not be recoverable. A property's value is considered impaired if management's estimate of the aggregate future cash flows (undiscounted) to be generated by the property is less than the carrying value of the property. To the extent impairment has occurred, the loss will be measured as the excess of the carrying amount of the property over the calculated fair value of the property.
We also evaluate our real estate properties for impairment when a property has been classified as held for sale. Real estate assets held for sale are valued at the lower of their carrying value or fair value less costs to sell and depreciation expense is no longer recorded. See Note 4, "Properties Held for Sale and Dispositions."
Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures
We account for our investments in unconsolidated joint ventures under the equity method of accounting in cases where we exercise significant influence over, but do not control, these entities and are not considered to be the primary beneficiary. We consolidate those joint ventures that we control or which are variable interest entities (each, a "VIE") and where we are considered to be the primary beneficiary. In all these joint ventures, the rights of the joint venture partner are both protective as well as participating. Unless we are determined to be the primary beneficiary in a VIE, these participating rights preclude us from consolidating these VIE entities. These investments are recorded initially at cost, as investments in unconsolidated joint ventures, and subsequently adjusted for equity in net income (loss) and cash contributions and distributions. Equity in net income (loss) from unconsolidated joint ventures is allocated based on our ownership or economic interest in each joint venture. When a capital event (as defined in each joint venture agreement) such as a refinancing occurs, if return thresholds are met, future equity income will be allocated at our increased economic interest. We recognize incentive income from unconsolidated real estate joint ventures as income to the extent it is earned and not subject to a clawback feature. Distributions we receive from unconsolidated real estate joint ventures in excess of our basis in the investment are recorded as offsets to our investment balance if we remain liable for future obligations of the joint venture or may otherwise be committed to provide future additional financial support. None of the joint venture debt is recourse to us. See Note 6, "Investments in Unconsolidated Investments."
We assess our investments in unconsolidated joint ventures for recoverability, and if it is determined that a loss in value of the investment is other than temporary, we write down the investment to its fair value. We evaluate our equity investments for impairment based on the joint ventures' projected discounted cash flows. We do not believe that the values of any of our equity investments were impaired at December 31, 2017.
We may originate loans for real estate acquisition, development and construction, where we expect to receive some of the residual profit from such projects. When the risk and rewards of these arrangements are essentially the same as an investor or joint venture partner, we account for these arrangements as real estate investments under the equity method of accounting for investments. Otherwise, we account for these arrangements consistent with the accounting for our debt and preferred equity investments.
Revenue Recognition
Rental revenue is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. The excess of rents recognized over amounts contractually due pursuant to the underlying leases are included in deferred rents receivable on the consolidated balance sheets. We establish, on a current basis, an allowance for future potential tenant credit losses, which may occur against this account. The balance reflected on the consolidated balance sheets is net of such allowance.
We record a gain on sale of real estate when title is conveyed to the buyer, subject to the buyer's financial commitment being sufficient to provide economic substance to the sale and provided that we have no substantial economic involvement with the buyer.
Interest income on debt and preferred equity investments is accrued based on the contractual terms of the instruments and when, in the opinion of management, it is deemed collectible. Some debt and preferred equity investments provide for accrual of interest at specified rates, which differ from current payment terms. Interest is recognized on such loans at the accrual rate subject to management's determination that accrued interest is ultimately collectible, based on the underlying collateral and operations of the borrower. If management cannot make this determination, interest income above the current pay rate is recognized only upon actual receipt.
Deferred origination fees, original issue discounts and loan origination costs, if any, are recognized as an adjustment to the interest income over the terms of the related investments using the effective interest method. Fees received in connection with loan commitments are also deferred until the loan is funded and are then recognized over the term of the loan as an adjustment to yield.
Debt and preferred equity investments are placed on a non-accrual status at the earlier of the date at which payments become 90 days past due or when, in the opinion of management, a full recovery of interest income becomes doubtful. Interest income

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recognition on any non-accrual debt or preferred equity investment is resumed when such non-accrual debt or preferred equity investment becomes contractually current and performance is demonstrated to be resumed. Interest is recorded as income on impaired loans only to the extent cash is received.
We may syndicate a portion of the loans that we originate or sell the loans individually. When a transaction meets the criteria for sale accounting, we derecognize the loan sold and recognize gain or loss based on the difference between the sales price and the carrying value of the loan sold. Any related unamortized deferred origination fees, original issue discounts, loan origination costs, discounts or premiums at the time of sale are recognized as an adjustment to the gain or loss on sale, which is included in investment income on the consolidated statement of operations. Any fees received at the time of sale or syndication are recognized as part of investment income.
Asset management fees are recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the asset management agreement.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the inability of our tenants to make required payments. If the financial condition of a specific tenant were to deteriorate, resulting in an impairment of its ability to make payments, additional allowances may be required.
Reserve for Possible Credit Losses
The expense for possible credit losses in connection with debt and preferred equity investments is the charge to earnings to increase the allowance for possible credit losses to the level that we estimate to be adequate, based on Level 3 data, considering delinquencies, loss experience and collateral quality. Other factors considered include geographic trends, product diversification, the size of the portfolio and current economic conditions. Based upon these factors, we establish a provision for possible credit loss on each individual investment. When it is probable that we will be unable to collect all amounts contractually due, the investment is considered impaired.
Where impairment is indicated on an investment that is held to maturity, a valuation allowance is measured based upon the excess of the recorded investment amount over the net fair value of the collateral. Any deficiency between the carrying amount of an asset and the calculated value of the collateral is charged to expense. We continue to assess or adjust our estimates based on circumstances of a loan and the underlying collateral. If additional information reflects increased recovery of our investment, we will adjust our reserves accordingly. There were no loan reserves recorded during the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, and 2015.
Debt and preferred equity investments held for sale are carried at the lower of cost or fair market value using available market information obtained through consultation with dealers or other originators of such investments as well as discounted cash flow models based on Level 3 data pursuant to ASC 820-10. As circumstances change, management may conclude not to sell an investment designated as held for sale. In such situations, the investment will be reclassified at its net carrying value to debt and preferred equity investments held to maturity. For these reclassified investments, the difference between the current carrying value and the expected cash to be collected at maturity will be accreted into income over the remaining term of the investment.
Derivative Instruments
In the normal course of business, we use a variety of commonly used derivative instruments, such as interest rate swaps, caps, collars and floors, to manage, or hedge, interest rate risk. Effectiveness is essential for those derivatives that we intend to qualify for hedge accounting. Some derivative instruments are associated with an anticipated transaction. In those cases, hedge effectiveness criteria also require that it be probable that the underlying transaction occurs. Instruments that meet these hedging criteria are formally designated as hedges at the inception of the derivative contract.
To determine the fair values of derivative instruments, we use a variety of methods and assumptions that are based on market conditions and risks existing at each balance sheet date. For the majority of financial instruments including most derivatives, long-term investments and long-term debt, standard market conventions and techniques such as discounted cash flow analysis, option pricing models, replacement cost, and termination cost are used to determine fair value. All methods of assessing fair value result in a general approximation of value, and such value may never actually be realized.
Results of Operations
Comparison of the year ended December 31, 2017 to the year ended December 31, 2016
The following comparison for the year ended December 31, 2017, or 2017, to the year ended December 31, 2016, or 2016, makes reference to the following: 
i.
“Same-Store Properties,” which represents all operating properties owned by us at January 1, 2016 and still owned by us in the same manner at December 31, 2017 (Same-Store Properties totaled 32 of our 34 consolidated operating properties),

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ii.
“Acquisition Properties,” which represents all properties or interests in properties acquired in 2017 and 2016 and all non-Same-Store Properties, including properties that are under development, redevelopment or were deconsolidated during the period,
iii.
"Disposed Properties" which represents all properties or interests in properties sold or partially sold in 2017 and 2016, and
iv.
“Other,” which represents corporate level items not allocable to specific properties.
(in thousands)
 
2017
 
2016
 
$
Change
 
%
Change
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Rental revenue, net
 
$
668,068

 
$
652,629

 
$
15,439

 
2.4
 %
Escalation and reimbursement
 
99,887

 
104,683

 
(4,796
)
 
(4.6
)%
Investment income
 
193,977

 
214,102

 
(20,125
)
 
(9.4
)%
Other income
 
5,606

 
4,002

 
1,604

 
40.1
 %
Total revenues
 
967,538

 
975,416

 
(7,878
)
 
(0.8
)%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Property operating expenses
 
342,127

 
339,118

 
3,009

 
0.9
 %
Transaction related costs
 
3

 
238

 
(235
)
 
(98.7
)%
Marketing, general and administrative
 
496

 
720

 
(224
)
 
(31.1
)%
Total expenses
 
342,626

 
340,076

 
2,550

 
0.7
 %
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net operating income
 
624,912

 
635,340

 
(10,428
)
 
(1.6
)%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense and amortization of financing costs, net of interest income
 
(133,282
)
 
(117,126
)
 
(16,156
)
 
13.8
 %
Depreciation and amortization
 
(205,795
)
 
(212,514
)
 
6,719

 
(3.2
)%
Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
 
14,192

 
14,509

 
(317
)
 
(2.2
)%
Equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture
 
672

 

 
672

 
100.0
 %
Gain (loss) on sale of real estate
 
69,826

 
(6,909
)
 
76,735

 
(1,110.7
)%
Depreciable real estate reserves
 
(172,071
)
 

 
(172,071
)
 
100.0
 %
Net income
 
$
198,454

 
$
313,300

 
$
(114,846
)
 
(36.7
)%
Rental, Escalation and Reimbursement Revenues
Rental revenue increased primarily as a result of increases in rents and occupancy at our Same-Store Properties ($26.4 million), which included 919 Third Avenue ($9.7 million), 711 Third Avenue ($7.7 million), and 125 Park Avenue ($3.5 million), partially offset by the Disposed Properties ($10.4 million), which included the sales of 680/750 Washington Boulevard in the third quarter of 2017 ($4.7 million) and 520 White Plains Road in the second quarter of 2017 ($2.7 million).
Escalation and reimbursement revenue decreased primarily as a result of the Disposed Properties ($1.7 million), which included the sales of 680/750 Washington Boulevard in the third quarter of 2017 ($0.8 million) and 520 White Plains Road in the second quarter of 2017 ($0.3 million) as well as lower recoveries at our Same-Store Properties ($3.9 million).
Investment Income
Investment income decreased primarily as a result of additional income recognized from the recapitalization of a debt investment ($41.0 million) in the third quarter of 2016, partially offset by income related to our preferred equity investment in 885 Third Avenue ($16.9 million) and a larger weighted average book balance. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2017, the weighted average debt and preferred equity investment balance outstanding and weighted average yield were $1.9 billion and 9.3%, respectively, excluding our investment in Two Herald Square that was put on non-accrual in August 2017 compared to $1.5 billion and 9.7%, respectively, for the same period in 2016. As of December 31, 2017, the debt and preferred equity investments had a weighted average term to maturity of 2.2 years excluding extension options and our investment in Two Herald Square.
Other Income
Other income increased primarily as a result of the reduction of tax expenses which were recognized in prior years as part of an expected tax refund ($1.6 million).


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Property Operating Expenses
Property operating expenses increased primarily as a result of higher real estate taxes resulting from higher assessed values and tax rates at our Same-Store Properties ($6.5 million), partially offset by decreased operating expenses from our Disposed Properties ($3.9 million) which included the sale of 680/750 Washington Boulevard ($1.4 million) in the third quarter of 2017, and the sale of 520 White Plains Road ($1.2 million) in the second quarter of 2017.
Transaction Related Costs
The decrease in transaction related costs in 2017 is primarily due to the adoption of ASU No. 2017-01 in 2017, which clarified the definition of a business and provided guidance to assist in determining whether transactions should be accounted for as acquisitions of assets or businesses. Following the adoption of the guidance, most of our real estate acquisitions are considered asset acquisitions and transaction costs are therefore capitalized to the investment basis when they would have previously been expensed under the previous guidance. Transaction costs expensed in 2017 relate primarily to transactions that are not moving forward for which any costs incurred are expensed.
Interest Expense and Amortization of Financing Costs, Net of Interest Income
Interest expense and amortization of financing costs, net of interest income, increased primarily as a result of the refinancing of 315 West 33rd Street in the first quarter of 2017 ($10.4 million) and increased interest expense related to our repurchase agreements ($1.1 million). The weighted average consolidated debt balance outstanding was $3.0 billion for the year ended December 31, 2017 as compared to $3.0 billion for the year ended December 31, 2016. The consolidated weighted average interest rate was 3.91% for the year ended December 31, 2017 as compared to 3.64% for the year ended December 31, 2016.
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation and amortization decreased primarily as a result of the Disposed Properties ($7.8 million), which included the sale of 680/750 Washington Boulevard ($3.1 million) in the third quarter of 2017, the sale of 125 Chubb ($1.7 million) in the fourth quarter of 2017, and the sale of 520 White Plains Road ($1.6 million) in the second quarter of 2017.
Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures decreased primarily as a result of the second quarter 2017 repayment of a debt investment that was contributed to an unconsolidated joint venture in the third quarter of 2016 ($2.7 million), partially offset by the contribution of a debt investment to an unconsolidated joint venture in the second quarter of 2017 ($1.4 million).
Gain (Loss) on Sale of Real Estate
During the year ended December 31, 2017, we recognized a gain on the sale of 16 Court ($64.9 million) and a gain on the sale of our interests in 102 Greene Street ($4.9 million). During the year ended December 31, 2016, we recognized a loss on the sale of 7 International Drive, Westchester County, NY ($6.9 million).
Depreciable Real Estate Reserves
During the year ended December 31, 2017, we recorded a $172.1 million charge of depreciable real estate reserves related to Reckson Executive Park, Stamford Towers, 125 Chubb Avenue in Lyndhurst, NJ, 115-117 Stevens Avenue in Valhalla, New York, 520 White Plains Road in Tarrytown, NY, and our investment in Jericho Plaza.



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Comparison of the year ended December 31, 2016 to the year ended December 31, 2015
The following section compares the results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2016 to the year ended December 31, 2015. Any assets sold or held for sale are excluded from income from continuing operations. The explanations below may make reference to "Same-Store Properties" which represents all operating properties owned by us at January 1, 2015 and still owned by us in the same manner at December 31, 2016.
(in thousands)
 
2016
 
2015
 
$
Change
 
%
Change
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Rental revenue, net
 
$
652,629

 
$
621,121

 
$
31,508

 
5.1
 %
Escalation and reimbursement
 
104,683

 
95,894

 
8,789

 
9.2
 %
Investment income
 
214,102

 
182,648

 
31,454

 
17.2
 %
Other income
 
4,002

 
25,570

 
(21,568
)
 
(84.3
)%
Total revenues
 
$
975,416

 
$
925,233

 
$
50,183

 
5.4
 %
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Property operating expenses
 
339,118

 
328,783

 
10,335

 
3.1
 %
Transaction related costs
 
238

 
2,871

 
(2,633
)
 
(91.7
)%
Marketing, general and administrative
 
720

 
464

 
256

 
55.2
 %
Total expenses
 
340,076

 
332,118

 
7,958

 
2.4
 %
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Net operating income
 
635,340

 
593,115

 
42,225

 
7.1
 %
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Interest expense and amortization of financing costs, net of interest income
 
(117,126
)
 
(126,861
)
 
9,735

 
(7.7
)%
Depreciation and amortization
 
(212,514
)
 
(202,474
)
 
(10,040
)
 
5.0
 %
Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint venture
 
14,509

 
8,841

 
5,668

 
64.1
 %
(Loss) gain on sale of real estate
 
(6,909
)
 
100,190

 
(107,099
)
 
(106.9
)%
Depreciable real estate reserves
 

 
(9,998
)
 
9,998

 
(100.0
)%
Loss on early extinguishment of debt
 

 
(49
)
 
49

 
(100.0
)%
Net income
 
$
313,300

 
$
362,764

 
$
(49,464
)
 
(13.6
)%
Rental, Escalation and Reimbursement Revenues
Rental revenue increased primarily as a result of an increase in rents at our Same-Store properties ($35.9 million), which includes increased rental revenue at 752 Madison Avenue resulting from a lease renewal in the fourth quarter of 2015 ($12.1 million). Rental revenues increased as a result of acquired properties ($7.1 million), which includes the acquisition of 110 Greene Street in July 2015 ($11.4 million). These increases were partially offset by decreased revenues resulting from the 80% sale of 131-137 Spring Street in third quarter of 2015 ($5.4 million), the sale of 140-150 Grand Street in the fourth quarter of 2015 ($3.0 million), and 115 Spring Street as a result of the accelerated recognition of non-cash deferred income upon terminating the retail lease at the property in 2015 ($3.0 million).
Escalation and reimbursement revenue increased primarily as a result of higher real estate tax recoveries ($3.9 million), and operating expense escalations and electric reimbursements ($3.9 million).
Occupancy in our Manhattan office operating properties increased to 96.4% at December 31, 2016 compared to 94.9% at December 31, 2015. Occupancy in our Suburban office operating properties increased to 83.2% at December 31, 2016 compared to 79.8% at December 31, 2015. At December 31, 2016, approximately 3.8% and 4.8% of the space leased at our Manhattan and Suburban operating properties, respectively, is expected to expire during 2017. Based on our estimates, the current market asking rents on these expected 2017 lease expirations at our consolidated Manhattan operating properties are 7.5% higher than the existing in-place fully escalated rents while the current market asking rents on all our consolidated Manhattan operating properties are 6.6% higher than the existing in-place fully escalated rents that are scheduled to expire in all future years. Based on our estimates, the current market asking rents on these expected 2016 lease expirations at our consolidated Suburban operating properties are 4.7% higher than the existing in-place fully escalated rents while the current market asking rents on all our consolidated Suburban operating properties are 8.0% higher than the existing in-place fully escalated rents that are scheduled to expire in all future years.

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Investment Income
Investment income increased primarily as a result of additional income recognized from the recapitalization of a debt investment ($41.0 million). This increase was partially offset by a lower weighted average yield and balance for the year ended December 31, 2016. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2016, the weighted average debt and preferred equity investment balance outstanding and weighted average yield were $1.5 billion and 9.7%, respectively, compared to $1.7 billion and 10.3%, respectively, for the same period in 2015. As of December 31, 2016, the debt and preferred equity investments had a fully extended weighted average term to maturity of 3.0 years.
Other Income
Other income decreased primarily as a result of a lease termination fee received at 919 Third Avenue in 2015 ($14.5 million) and a non-recurring fee related to the settlement of a previous investment ($6.5 million) in the fourth quarter of 2015.
Property Operating Expenses
Property operating expenses increased primarily as a result of higher real estate taxes resulting from higher assessed values and tax rates ($8.6 million).
Interest Expense and Amortization of Financing Costs, Net of Interest Income
Interest expense and amortization of financing costs, net of interest income, decreased primarily as a result of a lower weighted average balance of the revolving credit facility in 2016 ($8.4 million) and a lower weighted average balance of the Master Repurchase Agreement ($2.2 million). The weighted average consolidated debt balance outstanding was $3.0 billion for the year ended December 31, 2016. The weighted average interest rate was 3.64% for the year ended December 31, 2016.
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation and amortization increased primarily as a result of the acquisition of 110 Greene Street in the third quarter of 2015 ($10.2 million), partially offset by the sale of an 80% interest in 131-137 Spring Street in the third quarter of 2015 ($2.1 million).
Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures increased primarily as a result of the contribution of a debt
investment to an unconsolidated joint venture in March 2016 ($4.5 million).
(Loss) gain on Sale of Real Estate
During the year ended December 31, 2016, we recognized a loss on the sale of 7 International Drive, Westchester County, NY ($6.9 million). During the year ended December 31, 2015 we recognized a gain on sale associated with the sale of an 80% interest in 131-137 Spring Street ($101.1 million).
Depreciable Real Estate Reserves
During the year ended December 31, 2015, we recorded a $10.0 million charge in connection with the sale of 140 Grand Street.
Loss on Early Extinguishment of Debt
Loss on early extinguishment of debt during the year ended December 31, 2015 was a result of the early repayment of debt at 711 Third Avenue.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
On January 25, 2007, we were acquired by SL Green. See Item 7 "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Liquidity and Capital Resources" in SL Green and the Operating Partnership's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 for a complete discussion of additional sources of liquidity available to us due to our indirect ownership by SL Green.
We currently expect that our principal sources of funds to meet our short-term and long-term liquidity requirements for working capital, acquisitions, development or redevelopment of properties, tenant improvements, leasing costs, repurchases or repayments of outstanding indebtedness (which may include exchangeable debt) and for debt and preferred equity investments may include:
(1)
Cash flow from operations;
(2)
Cash on hand;
(3)
Net proceeds from divestitures of properties and redemptions, participations and dispositions of debt and preferred equity investments;

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(4)
Other forms of secured or unsecured financing; and
(5)
Proceeds from debt offerings by us.
Cash flow from operations is primarily dependent upon the occupancy level of our portfolio, the net effective rental rates achieved on our leases, the collectability of rent, operating escalations and recoveries from our tenants and the level of operating and other costs. Additionally, we believe that our debt and preferred equity investment program will continue to serve as a source of operating cash flow.
We believe that our sources of working capital, specifically our cash flow from operations and SL Green's liquidity are adequate for us to meet our short-term and long-term liquidity requirements for the foreseeable future.
Cash Flows
The following summary discussion of our cash flows is based on our consolidated statements of cash flows in "Item 1. Financial Statements" and is not meant to be an all-inclusive discussion of the changes in our cash flows for the years presented below.
Cash and cash equivalents were $36.0 million and $59.9 million at December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively, representing an increase of $23.9 million. The increase was a result of the following changes in cash flows (in thousands):
 
Year ended December 31,
 
2017
 
2016
 
Change
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net cash provided by operating activities
$
430,322

 
$
440,265

 
$
(9,943
)
Net cash used in investing activities
$
(16,546
)
 
$
(167,071
)
 
$
150,525

Net cash used in financing activities
$
(437,693
)
 
$
(263,290
)
 
$
(174,403
)
Our principal source of operating cash flow is related to the leasing and operating of the properties in our portfolio. Our properties provide a relatively consistent stream of cash flow that provides us with resources to pay operating expenses, debt service, and fund quarterly dividend and distribution requirements. Our debt and preferred equity investments and joint venture investments also provide a steady stream of operating cash flow to us.
Cash is used in investing activities to fund acquisitions, development or redevelopment projects and recurring and nonrecurring capital expenditures. We selectively invest in new projects that enable us to take advantage of our development, leasing, financing and property management skills, and invest in existing buildings that meet our investment criteria. During the year ended December 31, 2017, when compared to the year ended December 31, 2016, we used cash primarily for the following investing activities (in thousands):
Acquisitions of real estate
$
(228
)
Capital expenditures and capitalized interest
7,182

Net proceeds from sale of real estate/joint venture interest
301,526

Joint venture investments
24,885

Distributions from unconsolidated joint ventures
47,966

Debt, preferred and other investments
(230,034
)
Restricted cash—capital improvements
(772
)
Decrease in net cash used in investing activities
$
150,525

Funds spent on capital expenditures, which are comprised of building and tenant improvements, increased from $127.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2016 to $120.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2017. The increased capital expenditures relate primarily to increased costs incurred in connection with the redevelopment of a property and the build-out of space for tenants.

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We generally fund our investment activity through the sale of real estate, property-level financing, our 2012 credit facility, our MRA facilities, senior unsecured notes, convertible or exchangeable securities, and construction loans. During the year ended December 31, 2017, when compared to the year ended December 31, 2016, we used cash for the following financing activities (in thousands):
Repayments under our debt obligations
$
466,160

Proceeds from debt obligations
863,260

Contributions from common unitholder and noncontrolling interests
(1,141,852
)
Distributions to common and preferred unitholder and noncontrolling interests
(318,720
)
Deferred loan costs and capitalized lease obligation
(462
)
Other obligation related to mortgage loan participation
(42,789
)
Increase in cash used in financing activities
$
(174,403
)
Capitalization
All of our issued and outstanding Class A common units are owned by Wyoming Acquisition GP LLC or the Operating Partnership.
Indebtedness
2017 Credit Facility
In November 2017, SL Green and the Operating Partnership entered into an amendment to the credit facility, referred to as the 2017 credit facility, that was originally entered into by the Company in November 2012, or the 2012 credit facility. As a result, SL Green and the Operating Partnership are borrowers jointly and severally obligated under the 2017 credit facility. We are a guarantor under the 2017 credit facility and exclude the 2017 credit facility from our consolidated financial statements. As of December 31, 2017, the 2017 credit facility consisted of a $1.5 billion revolving credit facility, a $1.3 billion term loan (or "Term Loan A"), and a $200.0 million term loan (or "Term Loan B") with maturity dates of March 31, 2022, March 31, 2023, and November 21, 2024, respectively. The revolving credit facility has two six-month as-of-right extension options to March 31, 2023. SL Green and the Operating Partnership also have an option, subject to customary conditions, to increase the capacity of the credit facility to $4.5 billion at any time prior to the maturity dates for the revolving credit facility and term loans without the consent of existing lenders, by obtaining additional commitments from the existing lenders and other financial institutions.
As of December 31, 2017, SL Green and the Operating Partnership had $11.8 million of outstanding letters of credit, $40.0 million drawn under the revolving credit facility and $1.5 billion outstanding under the term loan facilities, with total undrawn capacity of $1.4 billion under the 2017 credit facility. At December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016, the revolving credit facility had a carrying value of $30.3 million and $(6.3) million, respectively, net of deferred financing costs. The December 31, 2016 carrying value represents deferred financing costs and is presented within other liabilities. At December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016, the term loan facilities had a carrying value of $1.5 billion and $1.2 billion, respectively, net of deferred financing costs.
The 2017 credit facility includes certain restrictions and covenants (see Restrictive Covenants below).
Master Repurchase Agreements
The Company has entered into two Master Repurchase Agreements, or MRAs, known as the 2016 MRA and 2017 MRA, which provide us with the ability to sell certain debt investments with a simultaneous agreement to repurchase the same at a certain date or on demand. We seek to mitigate risks associated with our repurchase agreement by managing the credit quality of our assets, early repayments, interest rate volatility, liquidity, and market value. The margin call provisions under our repurchase facilities permit valuation adjustments based on capital markets activity, and are not limited to collateral-specific credit marks. To monitor credit risk associated with our debt investments, our asset management team regularly reviews our investment portfolio and is in contact with our borrowers in order to monitor the collateral and enforce our rights as necessary. The risk associated with potential margin calls is further mitigated by our ability to recollateralize the facility with additional assets from our portfolio of debt investments and our ability to satisfy margin calls with cash or cash equivalents.
In June 2017, we entered into the 2017 MRA, with a maximum facility capacity of $300.0 million. The facility bears interest on a floating rate basis at a spread to 30-day LIBOR based on the pledged collateral and advance rate and has an initial one year term, with two one year extension options. At December 31, 2017, the facility had a carrying value of $90.1 million, net of deferred financing costs.
In July 2016, we entered into a restated 2016 MRA, with a maximum facility capacity of $300.0 million. The facility bears interest ranging from 225 and 400 basis points over 30-day LIBOR depending on the pledged collateral and has an initial two-

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year term, with a one year extension option. We pay monthly in arrears a 25 basis point fee on the excess of $150.0 million over the average daily balance during the period when the average daily balance is less than $150.0 million. At December 31, 2017, the facility had a carrying value of $(1.2) million, representing deferred financing costs presented within other liabilities.
At December 31, 2017 and 2016, the gross book value of the properties and debt and preferred equity investments collateralizing the mortgages and other loans payable, not including assets held for sale, was approximately $1.9 billion and $1.7 billion, respectively.
Senior Unsecured Notes
The following table sets forth our senior unsecured notes and other related disclosures as of December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively, by scheduled maturity date (dollars in thousands):
Issuance
 
December 31,
2017
Unpaid
Principal
Balance
 
December 31,
2017
Accreted
Balance
 
December 31,
2016
Accreted
Balance
 
Coupon
Rate
(1)
 
Initial Term
(in Years)
 
Maturity Date
August 5, 2011 (2)
 
$
250,000

 
$
249,953

 
$
249,880

 
5.00
%
 
7
 
August 2018
March 16, 2010 (2)
 
250,000

 
250,000

 
250,000

 
7.75
%
 
10
 
March 2020
November 15, 2012 (3)
 
300,000

 
305,163

 
200,000

 
4.50
%
 
10
 
December 2022
December 17, 2015 (2)
 
100,000

 
100,000

 
100,000

 
4.27
%
 
10
 
December 2025
 
 
$
900,000

 
$
905,116

 
$
799,880

 
 

 
 
 
 
Deferred financing costs, net
 
 
 
(4,049
)
 
(4,620
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
900,000

 
$
901,067

 
$
795,260

 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
Interest on the senior unsecured notes is payable semi-annually with principal and unpaid interest due on the scheduled maturity dates.
(2)
Issued by SL Green, the Operating Partnership and ROP, as co-obligors.
(3)
In October 2017, SL Green, the Operating Partnership, and ROP, as co-obligors, issued an additional $100.0 million of 4.50% senior unsecured notes due December 2022. The notes were priced at 105.334%.
We provide a guaranty of the Operating Partnership's obligations under its 3.25% Senior Notes due 2022, which were issued in October 2017 and will mature in October 2022. As of December 31, 2017, the 3.25% Senior Notes due 2022 had a carrying value of $499.5 million.
Restrictive Covenants
The terms of the 2017 credit facility and certain of our senior unsecured notes include certain restrictions and covenants which may limit, among other things, SL Green's ability to pay dividends, make certain types of investments, incur additional indebtedness, incur liens and enter into negative pledge agreements and dispose of assets, and which require compliance with financial ratios relating to the maximum ratio of total indebtedness to total asset value, a minimum ratio of EBITDA to fixed charges, a maximum ratio of secured indebtedness to total asset value and a maximum ratio of unsecured indebtedness to unencumbered asset value. The dividend restriction referred to above provides that SL Green will not during any time when a default is continuing, make distributions with respect to SL Green's common stock or other equity interests, except to enable SL Green to continue to qualify as a REIT for Federal income tax purposes. As of December 31, 2017 and 2016, we were in compliance with all such covenants.
Interest Rate Risk
We are exposed to changes in interest rates primarily from our variable rate debt. Our exposure to interest rate fluctuations are managed through either the use of interest rate derivative instruments and/or through our variable rate debt and preferred equity investments. A hypothetical 100 basis point increase in interest rates along the entire interest rate curve for 2017 would decrease our annual interest cost, net of interest income from variable rate debt and preferred equity investments, by $12.1 million. At December 31, 2017, 61.5% of our $2.1 billion debt and preferred equity portfolio is indexed to LIBOR.
We recognize most derivatives on the balance sheet at fair value. Derivatives that are not hedges are adjusted to fair value through income. If a derivative is considered a hedge, depending on the nature of the hedge, changes in the fair value of the derivative will either be offset against the change in fair value of the hedged asset, liability, or firm commitment through earnings, or recognized in other comprehensive income until the hedged item is recognized in earnings. The ineffective portion of a derivative's change in fair value is immediately recognized in earnings.
Our long-term debt of $1.7 billion bears interest at fixed rates, and therefore the fair value of these instruments is affected by changes in the market interest rates. Our variable rate debt as of December 31, 2017 bore interest based on a spread of LIBOR plus 238 basis points.

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Contractual Obligations
The combined aggregate principal maturities of mortgages and other loans payable, and senior unsecured notes (net of discount), including as-of-right extension options and put options, estimated interest expense, and our obligations under our ground leases, as of December 31, 2017 are as follows (in thousands):
 
2018
 
2019
 
2020
 
2021
 
2022
 
Thereafter
 
Total
Property mortgages and other loans
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
750,000

 
$
750,000

Master repurchase agreement
90,809

 

 

 

 

 

 
90,809

Senior unsecured notes
250,000

 

 
250,000

 

 
300,000

 
100,000

 
900,000

Ground leases
20,586

 
20,586

 
20,586

 
20,736

 
18,580

 
289,622

 
390,696

Estimated interest expense
74,283

 
64,482

 
49,042

 
45,012

 
44,588

 
66,957

 
344,364

Total
$
435,678


$
85,068


$
319,628


$
65,748


$
363,168


$
1,206,579

 
$
2,475,869

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
We have off-balance sheet investments, including debt and preferred equity investments. These investments all have varying ownership structures. Our off-balance sheet arrangements are discussed in Note 5, "Debt and Preferred Equity Investments," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
Capital Expenditures
We estimate that for the year ending December 31, 2018, we expect to incur $72.0 million of recurring capital expenditures and $47.7 million of development or redevelopment expenditures, net of loan reserves, (including tenant improvements and leasing commissions) on existing consolidated properties. Future property acquisitions may require substantial capital investments for refurbishment and leasing costs. We expect to fund these capital expenditures with operating cash flow, existing liquidity, or incremental borrowings. We expect our capital needs over the next twelve months and thereafter will be met through a combination of cash on hand, net cash provided by operations, potential asset sales, borrowings, or additional debt issuances.
Related Party Transactions
Cleaning/ Security/ Messenger and Restoration Services
Alliance Building Services, or Alliance, and its affiliates are partially owned by Gary Green, a son of Stephen L. Green, the chairman of SL Green's board of directors, and provide services to certain properties owned by us. Alliance’s affiliates include First Quality Maintenance, L.P., or First Quality, Classic Security LLC, Bright Star Couriers LLC and Onyx Restoration Works, and provide cleaning, extermination, security, messenger, and restoration services, respectively. In addition, First Quality has the non-exclusive opportunity to provide cleaning and related services to individual tenants at our properties on a basis separately negotiated with any tenant seeking such additional services. The Service Corporation has entered into an arrangement with Alliance whereby it will receive a profit participation above a certain threshold for services provided by Alliance to certain tenants at certain buildings above the base services specified in their lease agreements.
Income earned from the profit participation, which is included in other income on the consolidated statements of operations, was $3.4 million, $3.3 million and $3.3 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 respectively.
We also recorded expenses, inclusive of capitalized expenses, of $10.0 million, $8.1 million and $9.9 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 respectively, for these services (excluding services provided directly to tenants).
Allocated Expenses from SL Green
Property operating expenses include an allocation of salary and other operating costs from SL Green based on square footage of the related properties. Such amount was approximately $12.8 million, $11.5 million and $10.4 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively.

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Insurance
We are insured through a program administered by SL Green. SL Green maintains “all-risk” property and rental value coverage (including coverage regarding the perils of flood, earthquake and terrorism, excluding nuclear, biological, chemical, and radiological terrorism ("NBCR")), within three property insurance programs and liability insurance. Separate property and liability coverage may be purchased on a stand-alone basis for certain assets. Additionally, SL Green's captive insurance company, Belmont Insurance Company, or Belmont, provides coverage for NBCR terrorist acts above a specified trigger, although if Belmont is required to pay a claim under SL Green's insurance policies, SL Green would ultimately record the loss to the extent of Belmont's required payment. However, there is no assurance that in the future we will be able to procure coverage at a reasonable cost. Further, if we experience losses that are uninsured or that exceed policy limits, we could lose the capital invested in the damaged properties as well as the anticipated future cash flows from those properties. Additionally, our debt instruments contain customary covenants requiring us to maintain insurance and we could default under debt our instruments if the cost and/or availability of certain types of insurance make it impractical or impossible to comply with such covenants relating to insurance. Belmont provides coverage solely on properties owned by SL Green or its affiliates.
With respect to certain of our properties, including properties held by joint ventures, or subject to triple net leases, insurance coverage is obtained by a third-party and we do not control the coverage. While we may have agreements with such third parties to maintain adequate coverage and we monitor these policies, such coverage ultimately may not be maintained or adequately cover our risk of loss.
We obtained insurance coverage through an insurance program administered by SL Green. In connection with this program, we incurred insurance expense of approximately $5.4 million, $5.9 million, and $6.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 respectively.
Inflation
Substantially all of our office leases provide for separate real estate tax and operating expense escalations as well as operating expense recoveries based on increases in the Consumer Price Index or other measures such as porters' wage. In addition, many of the leases provide for fixed base rent increases. We believe that inflationary increases will be at least partially offset by the contractual rent increases and expense escalations described above.
Accounting Standards Updates
The Accounting Standards Updates are discussed in Note 2, "Significant Accounting Policies - Accounting Standards Updates" in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
Forward-Looking Information
This report includes certain statements that may be deemed to be "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and are intended to be covered by the safe harbor provisions thereof. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this report that address activities, events or developments that we expect, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future, including such matters as future capital expenditures, dividends and acquisitions (including the amount and nature thereof), development trends of the real estate industry and the New York metropolitan area markets, business strategies, expansion and growth of our operations and other similar matters, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by us in light of our experience and our perception of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors we believe are appropriate.
Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially, and we caution you not to place undue reliance on such statements. Forward-looking statements are generally identifiable by the use of the words "may," "will," "should," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "believe," "intend," "project," "continue," or the negative of these words, or other similar words or terms.
Forward-looking statements contained in this report are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by forward-looking statements made by us. These risks and uncertainties include:
the effect of general economic, business and financial conditions, and their effect on the New York City real estate market in particular;
dependence upon certain geographic markets;
risks of real estate acquisitions, dispositions, developments and redevelopment, including the cost of construction delays and cost overruns;
risks relating to debt and preferred equity investments;
availability and creditworthiness of prospective tenants and borrowers;

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bankruptcy or insolvency of a major tenant or a significant number of smaller tenants;
adverse changes in the real estate markets, including reduced demand for office space, increasing vacancy, and increasing availability of sublease space;
availability of capital (debt and equity);
unanticipated increases in financing and other costs, including a rise in interest rates;
our ability to comply with financial covenants in our debt instruments;
SL Green's ability to maintain its status as a REIT;
risks of investing through joint venture structures, including the fulfillment by our partners of their financial obligations;
the threat of terrorist attacks;
our ability to obtain adequate insurance coverage at a reasonable cost and the potential for losses in excess of our insurance coverage, including as a result of environmental contamination; and,
legislative, regulatory and/or safety requirements adversely affecting REITs and the real estate business including costs of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act and other similar laws and regulations.
Other factors and risks to our business, many of which are beyond our control, are described in other sections of this report and in our other filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of future events, new information or otherwise.

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ITEM 7A.    QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURE ABOUT MARKET RISK
See Item 7, "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Market Rate Risk" for additional information regarding our exposure to interest rate fluctuations.
The table below presents the principal cash flows based upon maturity dates of our debt obligations and debt and preferred equity investments and the weighted-average interest rates by expected maturity dates, including as-of-right extension options, as of December 31, 2017 (in thousands):
 
Long-Term Debt
 
Debt and Preferred Equity
Investments (1)
 
 
Fixed
Rate
 
Average
Interest
Rate
 
Variable
Rate
 
Average
Interest
Rate
 
Amount
 
Weighted
Yield
 
2018
$
250,000

 
5.14
%
 
$
90,809

 
4.61
%
 
$
315,802

 
10.44
%
(2) 
2019

 
5.15
%
 

 

 
456,524

 
9.29
%
 
2020
250,000

 
4.72
%
 

 

 
156,072

 
9.83
%
 
2021

 
4.59
%
 

 

 
532,558

 
8.71
%
 
2022
300,000

 
4.60
%
 

 

 
527,204

 
9.24
%
 
Thereafter
850,000

 
4.36
%
 

 

 
125,881

 
8.31
%
 
Total
$
1,650,000

 
4.87
%
 
$
90,809

 
4.61
%
 
$
2,114,041

 
9.13
%
(2) 
Fair Value
$
1,715,501

 
 

 
$
92,087

 
 

 
 

 
 

 
(1)
Our debt and preferred equity investments had an estimated fair value ranging between $2.1 billion and $2.3 billion at December 31, 2017.
(2)
Excludes loans secured by the leasehold interest in 2 Herald Square which were in maturity default at the time of acquisition in April and May 2017. The loans were put on non-accrual in August 2017 when one of the investors in the borrower did not repay the loan notwithstanding the approval to do so rendered by a court in a litigation separate from the foreclosure. No impairment was recorded as the Company believes that the fair value of the property exceeds the carrying amount of the loans. The loans had an outstanding balance including accrued interest of $259.3 million at the time that they were put on non accrual status.
The table below lists our consolidated derivative instruments, which are hedging variable rate debt, and their related fair values as of December 31, 2017 (in thousands):
 
Asset
Hedged
 
Benchmark
Rate
 
Notional
Value
 
Strike
Rate
 
Effective
Date
 
Expiration
Date
 
Fair
Value
Interest Rate Swap
Mortgage
 
LIBOR
 
$
21,394

 
12.000
%
 
January 2017
 
January 2019
 
$
167

Total Consolidated Hedges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
167




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ITEM 8.    FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA

Index to Financial Statements and Schedules

RECKSON OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Schedules
 
 
 
 
All other schedules are omitted because they are not required or the required information is shown in the financial statements or notes thereto.

 
 


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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Partners of Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P. (the Company) as of December 31, 2017 and 2016, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income, capital and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2017, and the related notes and financial statement schedules listed in the Index at Item 15(a)(2) (collectively referred to as the “consolidated financial statements”). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company at December 31, 2017 and 2016, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2017, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company's internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
We have served as the Company‘s auditor since 1997.
New York, New York
March 23, 2018

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in thousands)
 
December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
Commercial real estate properties, at cost:
 
 
 
Land and land interests
$
1,704,142

 
$
1,805,198

Building and improvements
4,251,610

 
4,629,994

Building leasehold and improvements
1,073,703

 
1,073,678

 
7,029,455

 
7,508,870

Less: accumulated depreciation
(1,492,603
)
 
(1,437,222
)
 
5,536,852

 
6,071,648

Assets held for sale
67,228

 

Cash and cash equivalents
36,013

 
59,930

Restricted cash
41,117

 
43,489

Tenant and other receivables, net of allowance of $7,237 and $4,879 in 2017 and 2016, respectively
31,006

 
30,999

Deferred rents receivable, net of allowance of $11,189 and $17,798 in 2017 and 2016, respectively
233,300

 
238,447

Debt, preferred equity and other investments, net of discounts and deferred origination fees of $25,507 and $16,705 in 2017 and 2016, respectively
2,114,041

 
1,640,412

Investments in unconsolidated joint ventures
130,217

 
174,127

Deferred costs, net of accumulated amortization of $77,176 and $73,673 in 2017 and 2016, respectively
106,136

 
121,470

Other assets
245,598

 
374,091

Total assets(1)
$
8,541,508

 
$
8,754,613

Liabilities
 
 
 
Mortgages and other loans payable, net
$
829,648

 
$
676,068

Unsecured term loans, net

 
1,179,521

Unsecured notes, net
901,067

 
795,260

Accrued interest payable
14,999

 
15,781

Other liabilities
92,514

 
160,982

Accounts payable and accrued expenses
60,819

 
60,855

Related party payables
23,808

 
23,808

Deferred revenue
134,650

 
161,772

Deferred land leases payable
1,888

 
1,795

Dividends payable
807

 
754

Security deposits
39,085

 
40,033

Liabilities related to assets held for sale
42

 

Total liabilities(1)
2,099,327

 
3,116,629

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
 
 
 
 
Commitments and contingencies

 

Preferred units
109,161

 
109,161

Capital
 
 
 
General partner capital
6,012,134

 
5,139,842

Limited partner capital

 

Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(1,259
)
 
(1,618
)
Total ROP partner's capital
6,010,875

 
5,138,224

Noncontrolling interests in other partnerships
322,145

 
390,599

Total capital
6,333,020

 
5,528,823

Total liabilities and capital
$
8,541,508

 
$
8,754,613

 
 
 
 
1) The Company's consolidated balance sheets include assets and liabilities of consolidated variable interest entities ("VIEs"). See Note 2. The consolidated balance sheets include the following amounts related to our consolidated VIEs: $268.6 million and $297.3 million of land, $1.3 billion and $1.4 billion of building and improvements, $319.1 million and $318.4 million of accumulated depreciation, $143.9 million and $160.5 million of other assets included in other line items, $495.0 million and $494.0 million of real estate debt, net, $2.1 million and $2.1 million of accrued interest payable, and $48.8 million and $61.4 million of other liabilities included in other line items as of December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016, respectively.


The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(in thousands)
 
Year Ended December 31,
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenues
 
 
 
 
 
Rental revenue, net
$
668,068

 
$
652,629

 
$
621,121

Escalation and reimbursement
99,887

 
104,683

 
95,894

Investment income
193,977

 
214,102

 
182,648

Other income
5,606

 
4,002

 
25,570

Total revenues
967,538

 
975,416

 
925,233

Expenses
 
 
 
 
 
Operating expenses, including $27,929 in 2017, $25,193 in 2016, and $26,728 in 2015 of related party expenses
164,219

 
166,137

 
163,969

Real estate taxes
156,967

 
152,010

 
143,873

Ground rent
20,941

 
20,971

 
20,941

Interest expense, net of interest income
123,969

 
109,208

 
119,342

Amortization of deferred financing costs
9,313

 
7,918

 
7,519

Depreciation and amortization
205,795

 
212,514

 
202,474

Transaction related costs
3

 
238

 
2,871

Marketing, general and administrative
496

 
720

 
464

Total expenses
681,703

 
669,716

 
661,453

Income before equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures, equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture, gain (loss) on sale of real estate, depreciable real estate reserves and loss on early extinguishment of debt
285,835


305,700


263,780

Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
14,192

 
14,509

 
8,841

Equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture
672

 

 

Gain (loss) on sale of real estate
69,826

 
(6,909
)
 
100,190

Depreciable real estate reserves
(172,071
)
 

 
(9,998
)
Loss on early extinguishment of debt

 

 
(49
)
Net income
198,454

 
313,300

 
362,764

Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests in other partnerships
17,440

 
(4,424
)
 
(9,169
)
Preferred units dividend
(3,819
)
 
(3,821
)
 
(1,698
)
Net income attributable to ROP common unitholder
$
212,075

 
$
305,055

 
$
351,897



The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
(in thousands)
 
Year Ended December 31,
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net income attributable to ROP common unitholder
$
212,075

 
$
305,055

 
$
351,897

Other comprehensive income:
 
 
 
 
 
Change in net unrealized gain on derivative instruments
359

 
598

 
890

Comprehensive income attributable to ROP common unitholder
$
212,434

 
$
305,653

 
$
352,787



The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Consolidated Statements of Capital
(in thousands)
 
General
Partner's
Capital
Class A
Common
Units
 
Limited Partner's Capital
 
Noncontrolling
Interests
In Other
Partnerships
 
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
(Loss) Income
 
Total
Capital
Balance at December 31, 2014
$
4,734,873


$


$
348,314


$
(3,106
)
 
$
5,080,081

Contributions
3,315,582

 

 
31,678

 

 
3,347,260

Distributions
(4,190,480
)
 

 
(1,865
)
 

 
(4,192,345
)
Shares contributed by parent company
(10,000
)
 

 

 

 
(10,000
)
Net income
351,897

 

 
9,169

 

 
361,066

Other comprehensive income

 

 

 
890

 
890

Balance at December 31, 2015
4,201,872




387,296


(2,216
)
 
4,586,952

Contributions
4,490,682

 

 

 

 
4,490,682

Distributions
(3,857,767
)
 

 
(1,121
)
 

 
(3,858,888
)
Net income
305,055

 

 
4,424

 

 
309,479

Other comprehensive income

 

 

 
598

 
598

Balance at December 31, 2016
5,139,842




390,599


(1,618
)

5,528,823

Contributions
4,664,031

 

 
100

 

 
4,664,131

Distributions
(4,003,814
)
 

 
(51,114
)
 

 
(4,054,928
)
Net income (loss)
212,075

 

 
(17,440
)
 

 
194,635

Other comprehensive income

 

 

 
359

 
359

Balance at December 31, 2017
$
6,012,134


$


$
322,145


$
(1,259
)

$
6,333,020



The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.


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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in thousands)

 
 
Year Ended December 31,
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Activities
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
$
198,454

 
$
313,300

 
$
362,764

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
 
 
 
 
 
Depreciation and amortization
215,108

 
220,432

 
209,993

Equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture/real estate
(672
)
 

 

Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
(14,192
)
 
(14,509
)
 
(8,841
)
Distributions of cumulative earnings from unconsolidated joint ventures
14,613

 
10,430

 
8,621

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

 

 
49

Depreciable real estate reserve
172,071

 

 
9,998

(Gain) loss on sale of real estate, net
(69,826
)
 
6,909

 
(100,190
)
Deferred rents receivable
(6,762
)
 
(23,768
)
 
(21,378
)
Other non-cash adjustments
(46,015
)
 
(46,449
)
 
(64,329
)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
 
 
 
 
 
Restricted cash—operations
2,225

 
(11,585
)
 
(1,182
)
Tenant and other receivables
(3,139
)
 
1,511

 
(9,900
)
Deferred lease costs
(13,005
)
 
(27,625
)
 
(38,623
)
Other assets
(11,431
)
 
12,872

 
14,558

Accounts payable, accrued expenses, other liabilities, and security deposits
(5,722
)
 
(2,937
)
 
2,458

Deferred revenue and land leases payable
(1,385
)
 
1,684

 
1,487

Net cash provided by operating activities
430,322

 
440,265

 
365,485

Investing Activities
 
 
 
 
 
Acquisitions of real estate property
(228
)
 

 
(109,633
)
Additions to land, buildings and improvements
(120,018
)
 
(127,200
)
 
(89,998
)
Escrowed cash—capital improvements/acquisition deposits

 
772

 
593

Investments in unconsolidated joint venture
(488
)
 
(25,373
)
 
(988
)
Distributions in excess of cumulative earnings from unconsolidated joint ventures
49,270

 
1,304

 
28,459

Net proceeds from disposition of real estate/joint venture interest
343,842

 
42,316

 
238,083

Other investments
57,655

 
14,292

 
(54,475
)
Origination of debt and preferred equity investments
(1,129,493
)
 
(977,699
)
 
(758,133
)
Repayments or redemption of preferred equity investments
782,914

 
904,517

 
520,218

Net cash used in investing activities
(16,546
)
 
(167,071
)
 
(225,874
)
Financing Activities
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from mortgages and other loans payable
340,809

 
50,383

 
360,018

Repayments of mortgages and other loans payable
(184,642
)
 
(119,165
)
 
(326,594
)
Proceeds from revolving credit facility, term loan and senior unsecured notes
1,898,134

 
1,325,300

 
2,515,000

Repayments of revolving credit facility term loan and senior unsecured notes
(1,792,971
)
 
(2,324,608
)
 
(1,706,007
)
Contributions from common unitholder
3,348,730

 
4,490,682

 
3,201,654

Contributions from noncontrolling interests in other partnerships
100

 

 
9,400

Distributions to noncontrolling interests in other partnerships
(51,114
)
 
(1,121
)
 
(1,865
)
Distributions to common and preferred unitholder
(4,007,580
)
 
(3,738,853
)
 
(4,191,371
)
Deferred loan costs and capitalized lease obligation
(5,520
)
 
(5,058
)
 
(9,511
)
Other obligation related to mortgage loan participation
16,361

 
59,150

 
25,000

Net cash used in provided by financing activities
(437,693
)
 
(263,290
)
 
(124,276
)
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents
(23,917
)

9,904


15,335

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
59,930

 
50,026

 
34,691

Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
$
36,013

 
$
59,930

 
$
50,026

 
 
 
 
 
 
Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosure:
 

 
 
 
 
Interest paid
$
125,289

 
$
110,656

 
$
118,090

 
 
 
 
 
 
Supplemental Disclosure of Non-Cash Investing and Financing Activities:
 
 
 
 
 
Tenant improvements and capital expenditures payable
$
2,018

 
$
4,029

 
$
3,441

Deferred leasing payable
733

 
4,072

 
7,752

Change in fair value of hedge
165

 
206

 
570

Transfer of assets to assets held for sale
340,683

 

 

Transfer of liabilities related to assets held for sale
1,332

 

 

Contributions from common unitholder
1,315,301

 

 
13,928

Distribution of land to common unitholder

 
8,980

 

Deconsolidation of a subsidiary
3,520

 

 
27,435

Issuance of SL Green common stock to a consolidated joint venture

 

 
10,000

Contribution of notes receivable from the common unit holder

 

 
90,000

Issuance of preferred units through a subsidiary

 

 
109,161

Contributions from a noncontrolling interest in other partnerships

 

 
22,278

Exchange of debt investment for equity in joint venture

 
68,581

 

Removal of fully depreciated commercial real estate properties

 
12,326

 

Settlement of related party receivable with SL Green common stock

 
90,000

 

Issuance of related party payable for SL Green common stock

 
23,808

 



The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
December 31, 2017

1. Organization and Basis of Presentation
Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P., or ROP, commenced operations on June 2, 1995. The sole general partner of ROP is Wyoming Acquisition GP LLC., or WAGP, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SL Green Operating Partnership, L.P., or the Operating Partnership. The sole limited partner of ROP is the Operating Partnership. The Operating Partnership is 95.42% owned by SL Green Realty Corp., or SL Green, as of December 31, 2017. SL Green is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, and is the sole managing general partner of the Operating Partnership. Unless the context requires otherwise, all references to "we," "our," "us" and the "Company" means ROP and all entities owned or controlled by ROP.
We are engaged in the acquisition, ownership, management and operation of commercial and residential real estate properties, principally office properties, and also own land for future development, in the New York metropolitan area.
SL Green and the Operating Partnership were formed in June 1997. SL Green has qualified, and expects to qualify in the current fiscal year, as a real estate investment trust, or REIT, under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or the Code, and operates as a self-administered, self-managed REIT. A REIT is a legal entity that holds real estate interests and, through payments of dividends to stockholders, is permitted to minimize the payment of Federal income taxes at the corporate level.
On January 25, 2007, SL Green completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of common stock of Reckson Associates Realty Corp., or RARC, our prior general partner. This transaction is referred to herein as the Merger.
In 2015, SL Green transferred two properties and SL Green's tenancy in common interest in a fee interest with a total value of $395.0 million to us. Additionally, in 2015, SL Green transferred one entity that held debt investments and financing receivables with an aggregate carrying value of $1.7 billion to us. These transfers were made to further diversify our portfolio. Under the business combinations guidance (Accounting Standard Codification, or ASC, 805-50), these transfers were determined to be transfers of businesses between the indirect parent company and its wholly-owned subsidiary. As such, the assets and liabilities of the properties were transferred at their carrying values and were recorded as of the beginning of the current reporting period as though the assets and liabilities had been transferred at that date. The consolidated financial statements and financial information presented for all prior periods have been retrospectively adjusted to furnish comparative information.
As of December 31, 2017, we owned the following interests in properties in the New York metropolitan area, primarily in midtown Manhattan. Our investments located outside of Manhattan are referred to as the Suburban properties:
Location
 
Type
 
Number of
Properties
 
Approximate Square Feet (unaudited)
 
Weighted Average
Occupancy
(1) (unaudited)
Commercial:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Manhattan
 
Office
 
16

 
8,463,245

 
95.9
%
 
 
Retail(2)(3)
 
5

 
364,816

 
98.0
%
 
 
Fee Interest
 
1

 
176,530

 
100.0
%
 
 
 
 
22

 
9,004,591

 
96.0
%
Suburban
 
Office(4)
 
13

 
2,150,400

 
85.5
%
 
 
Retail
 
1

 
52,000

 
100.0
%
 
 
 
 
14

 
2,202,400

 
85.9
%
Total commercial properties
 
 
 
36

 
11,206,991

 
94.0
%
Residential:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Manhattan
 
Residential(2)
 

 
222,855

 
85.9
%
Total portfolio
 
 
 
36

 
11,429,846

 
93.9
%
____________________________________________________________________
(1)
The weighted average occupancy for commercial properties represents the total occupied square feet divided by total square footage at acquisition.  The weighted average occupancy for residential properties represents the total occupied units divided by total available units.
(2)
As of December 31, 2017, we owned a building that was comprised of approximately 270,132 square feet (unaudited) of retail space and approximately 222,855 square feet (unaudited) of residential space. For the purpose of this report, we have included the building in the number of retail properties we own. However, we have included only the retail square footage in the retail approximate square footage, and have listed the balance of the square footage as residential square footage.
(3)
Includes two unconsolidated joint venture retail properties at 131-137 Spring Street comprised of approximately 68,342 square feet (unaudited).
(4)
Includes the properties at 115-117 Stevens Avenue in Valhalla, New York, and 1-6 International Drive in Rye Brook, New York which were classified as held for sale at December 31, 2017.


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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

As of December 31, 2017, we also held debt and preferred equity investments with a book value of $2.2 billion, including $0.1 billion of debt and preferred equity investments and other financing receivables that are included in balance sheet line items other than the Debt and Preferred Equity Investments line item.
2. Significant Accounting Policies
Principles of Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include our accounts and those of our subsidiaries, which are wholly-owned or controlled by us. Entities which we do not control through our voting interest and entities which are variable interest entities, but where we are not the primary beneficiary, are accounted for under the equity method. See Note 5, "Debt and Preferred Equity Investments" and Note 6, "Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures." All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated.
We consolidate a variable interest entity, or VIE, in which we are considered the primary beneficiary. The primary beneficiary is the entity that has (i) the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the entity's economic performance and (ii) the obligation to absorb losses of the VIE or the right to receive benefits from the VIE that could be significant to the VIE.
A noncontrolling interest in a consolidated subsidiary is defined as the portion of the equity (net assets) in a subsidiary not attributable, directly or indirectly, to us. Noncontrolling interests are required to be presented as a separate component of equity in the consolidated balance sheet and the presentation of net income is modified to present earnings and other comprehensive income attributed to controlling and noncontrolling interests.
We assess the accounting treatment for each joint venture and debt and preferred equity investment. This assessment includes a review of each joint venture or limited liability company agreement to determine the rights provided to each party and whether those rights are protective or participating. For all VIEs, we review such agreements in order to determine which party has the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the entity's economic performance. In situations where we and our partner approve, among other things, the annual budget, receive a detailed monthly reporting package, meet on a quarterly basis to review the results of the joint venture, review and approve the joint venture's tax return before filing, and approve all leases that cover more than a nominal amount of space relative to the total rentable space at each property, we do not consolidate the joint venture as we consider these to be substantive participation rights that result in shared power of the activities that most significantly impact the performance of the joint venture. Our joint venture agreements typically contain certain protective rights such as requiring partner approval to sell, finance or refinance the property and the payment of capital expenditures and operating expenditures outside of the approved budget or operating plan.
In January 2018, the partnership agreement for our investment in the property at 919 Third Avenue was modified resulting in our partner now having substantive participating rights in the venture. As a result the investment will no longer be deemed a VIE and our investment in the property will be deconsolidated as of January 1, 2018. The Company will record its non-controlling interest at fair value. This fair value will be allocated to the assets and liabilities, including identified intangibles. Under this methodology, the leases are ascribed an in-place lease intangible value as well as an above or below market lease intangible value which will be amortized over the remaining term of the associated leases.
Investment in Commercial Real Estate Properties
Real estate properties are presented at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Costs directly related to the development or redevelopment of properties are capitalized. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are expensed as incurred; major replacements and betterments, which improve or extend the life of the asset, are capitalized and depreciated over their estimated useful lives.
We recognize the assets acquired, liabilities assumed (including contingencies) and any noncontrolling interests in an acquired entity at their respective fair values on the acquisition date. When we acquire our partner's equity interest in an existing unconsolidated joint venture and gain control over the investment, we record the consolidated investment at fair value. The difference between the book value of our equity investment on the purchase date and our share of the fair value of the investment's purchase price is recorded as a purchase price fair value adjustment in our consolidated statements of operations. See Note 3, "Property Acquisitions."
We allocate the purchase price of real estate to land and building (inclusive of tenant improvements) and, if determined to be material, intangibles, such as the value of above- and below-market leases and origination costs associated with the in-place leases. We depreciate the amount allocated to building (inclusive of tenant improvements) over their estimated useful lives, which generally range from three to 40 years. We amortize the amount allocated to the above- and below-market leases over the remaining term of the associated lease, which generally range from one to 14 years, and record it as either an increase (in the case of below-

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

market leases) or a decrease (in the case of above-market leases) to rental income. We amortize the amount allocated to the values associated with in-place leases over the expected term of the associated lease, which generally ranges from one to 14 years. If a tenant vacates its space prior to the contractual termination of the lease and no rental payments are being made on the lease, any unamortized balance of the related intangible will be written off. The tenant improvements and origination costs are amortized as an expense over the remaining life of the lease (or charged against earnings if the lease is terminated prior to its contractual expiration date). We assess fair value of the leases based on estimated cash flow projections that utilize appropriate discount and capitalization rates and available market information. Estimates of future cash flows are based on a number of factors including the historical operating results, known trends, and market/economic conditions that may affect the property. To the extent acquired leases contain fixed rate renewal options that are below-market and determined to be material, we amortize such below-market lease value into rental income over the renewal period. As of December 31, 2017, the weighted average amortization period for above-market leases, below-market leases, and in-place lease costs is 4.4 years, 24.4 years, and 18.1 years, respectively.
We incur a variety of costs in the development and leasing of our properties. After the determination is made to capitalize a cost, it is allocated to the specific component of a project that is benefited. Determination of when a development project is substantially complete and capitalization must cease involves a degree of judgment. The costs of land and building under development include specifically identifiable costs. The capitalized costs include, but are not limited to, pre-construction costs essential to the development of the property, development costs, construction costs, interest costs, real estate taxes, salaries and related costs and other costs incurred during the period of development. We consider a construction project as substantially completed and held available for occupancy upon the completion of tenant improvements, but no later than one year after major construction activity ceases. We cease capitalization on the portions substantially completed and occupied or held available for occupancy, and capitalize only those costs associated with the portions under construction.
Properties are depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The estimated useful lives are as follows:
Category
 
Term
Building (fee ownership)
 
40 years
Building improvements
 
shorter of remaining life of the building or useful life
Building (leasehold interest)
 
lesser of 40 years or remaining term of the lease
Property under capital lease
 
remaining lease term
Furniture and fixtures
 
four to seven years
Tenant improvements
 
shorter of remaining term of the lease or useful life
Depreciation expense (including amortization of capital lease assets) totaled $188.9 million, $196.2 million, and $187.2 million and for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively.
On a periodic basis, we assess whether there are any indications that the value of our real estate properties may be other than temporarily impaired or that their carrying value may not be recoverable. A property's value is considered impaired if management's estimate of the aggregate future cash flows (undiscounted) to be generated by the property is less than the carrying value of the property. To the extent impairment has occurred, the loss will be measured as the excess of the carrying amount of the property over the calculated fair value of the property.
We also evaluate our real estate properties for impairment when a property has been classified as held for sale. Real estate assets held for sale are valued at the lower of their carrying value or fair value less costs to sell and depreciation expense is no longer recorded. See Note 4, "Properties Held for Sale and Dispositions."
Cash and Cash Equivalents
We consider all highly liquid investments with maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
Restricted Cash
Restricted cash primarily consists of security deposits held on behalf of our tenants, interest reserves, as well as capital improvement and real estate tax escrows required under certain loan agreements.
Fair Value Measurements
See Note 11, "Fair Value Measurements."

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures
We account for our investments in unconsolidated joint ventures under the equity method of accounting in cases where we exercise significant influence over, but do not control, these entities and are not considered to be the primary beneficiary. We consolidate those joint ventures that we control or which are VIEs and where we are considered to be the primary beneficiary. In all these joint ventures, the rights of the joint venture partner are both protective as well as participating. Unless we are determined to be the primary beneficiary in a VIE, these participating rights preclude us from consolidating these VIE entities. These investments are recorded initially at cost, as investments in unconsolidated joint ventures, and subsequently adjusted for equity in net income (loss) and cash contributions and distributions. Equity in net income (loss) from unconsolidated joint ventures is allocated based on our ownership or economic interest in each joint venture. When a capital event (as defined in each joint venture agreement) such as a refinancing occurs, if return thresholds are met, future equity income will be allocated at our increased economic interest. We recognize incentive income from unconsolidated real estate joint ventures as income to the extent it is earned and not subject to a clawback feature. Distributions we receive from unconsolidated real estate joint ventures in excess of our basis in the investment are recorded as offsets to our investment balance if we remain liable for future obligations of the joint venture or may otherwise be committed to provide future additional financial support. None of the joint venture debt is recourse to us. See Note 6, "Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures."
We assess our investments in unconsolidated joint ventures for recoverability, and if it is determined that a loss in value of the investment is other than temporary, we write down the investment to its fair value. We evaluate our equity investments for impairment based on the joint ventures' projected discounted cash flows. We do not believe that the values of any of our equity investments were impaired at December 31, 2017.
We may originate loans for real estate acquisition, development and construction, where we expect to receive some of the residual profit from such projects. When the risk and rewards of these arrangements are essentially the same as an investor or joint venture partner, we account for these arrangements as real estate investments under the equity method of accounting for investments. Otherwise, we account for these arrangements consistent with the accounting for our debt and preferred equity investments.
Deferred Lease Costs
Deferred lease costs consist of fees and direct costs incurred to execute operating leases and are amortized on a straight-line basis over the related lease term.
Deferred Financing Costs
Deferred financing costs represent commitment fees, legal, title and other third party costs associated with obtaining commitments for financing which result in a closing of such financing. These costs are amortized over the terms of the respective agreements. Unamortized deferred financing costs are expensed when the associated debt is refinanced or repaid before maturity. Costs incurred in seeking financing transactions, which do not close, are expensed in the period in which it is determined that the financing will not close. Deferred debt issuance costs related to a recognized debt liability are presented in the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of that debt liability.
Revenue Recognition
Rental revenue is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Rental revenue recognition commences when the tenant takes possession or controls the physical use of the leased space. In order for the tenant to take possession, the leased space must be substantially ready for its intended use. To determine whether the leased space is substantially ready for its intended use, management evaluates whether we are or the tenant is the owner of tenant improvements for accounting purposes. When management concludes that we are the owner of tenant improvements, rental revenue recognition begins when the tenant takes possession of the finished space, which is when such tenant improvements are substantially complete. In certain instances, when management concludes that we are not the owner (the tenant is the owner) of tenant improvements, rental revenue recognition begins when the tenant takes possession of or controls the space. When management concludes that we are the owner of tenant improvements for accounting purposes, we record amounts funded to construct the tenant improvements as a capital asset. For these tenant improvements, we record amounts reimbursed by tenants as a reduction of the capital asset. When management concludes that the tenant is the owner of tenant improvements for accounting purposes, we record our contribution towards those improvements as a lease incentive, which is included in deferred costs, net on our consolidated balance sheets and amortized as a reduction to rental revenue on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. The excess of rents recognized over amounts contractually due pursuant to the underlying leases are included in deferred rents receivable on the consolidated balance sheets. We establish, on a current basis, an allowance for future potential tenant credit losses, which may occur against this account. The balance reflected on the consolidated balance sheets is net of such allowance.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

In addition to base rent, our tenants also generally will pay their pro rata share of increases in real estate taxes and operating expenses for the building over a base year. In some leases, in lieu of paying additional rent based upon increases in building operating expenses, the tenant will pay additional rent based upon increases in the wage rate paid to porters over the porters' wage rate in effect during a base year or increases in the consumer price index over the index value in effect during a base year. In addition, many of our leases contain fixed percentage increases over the base rent to cover escalations. Electricity is most often supplied by the landlord either on a sub-metered basis, or rent inclusion basis (i.e., a fixed fee is included in the rent for electricity, which amount may increase based upon increases in electricity rates or increases in electrical usage by the tenant). Base building services other than electricity (such as heat, air conditioning and freight elevator service during business hours, and base building cleaning) are typically provided at no additional cost, with the tenant paying additional rent only for services which exceed base building services or for services which are provided outside normal business hours. These escalations are based on actual expenses incurred in the prior calendar year. If the expenses in the current year are different from those in the prior year, then during the current year, the escalations will be adjusted to reflect the actual expenses for the current year.
We recognized $17.0 million, $20.2 million, and $24.9 million of rental revenue for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, and 2015, respectively, for the amortization of aggregate below-market leases in excess of above-market leases and a reduction in lease origination costs, resulting from the allocation of the purchase price of the applicable properties. We recognized as an increase (a reduction) to interest expense the amortization of the above-market rate mortgages assumed of $0.0 million, $0.1 million, and $0.4 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively.
The following summarizes our identified intangible assets (acquired above-market leases and in-place leases) and intangible liabilities (acquired below-market leases) as of December 31, 2017 and 2016 (in thousands):
 
December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
 
 
 
 
Identified intangible assets (included in other assets):
 
 
 
Gross amount
$
276,163

 
$
311,830

Accumulated amortization
(236,737
)
 
(253,064
)
Net(1)
$
39,426

 
$
58,766

Identified intangible liabilities (included in deferred revenue):
 
 
 
Gross amount
$
496,438

 
$
524,793

Accumulated amortization
(366,091
)
 
(368,738
)
Net(1)
$
130,347

 
$
156,055

(1)
As of December 31, 2017, 0.1 million net intangible assets and 0.1 million net intangible liabilities were reclassified to assets held for sale and liabilities related to assets held for sale.
The estimated annual amortization of acquired above-market leases, net of acquired (below-market) leases (a component of rental revenue), for each of the five succeeding years is as follows (in thousands):
2018
 
$
(13,620
)
2019
 
(13,117
)
2020
 
(12,301
)
2021
 
(3,815
)
2022
 
(3,512
)
The estimated annual amortization of all other identifiable assets (a component of depreciation and amortization expense) including tenant improvements for each of the five succeeding years is as follows (in thousands):
2018
 
$
8,188

2019
 
6,641

2020
 
5,830

2021
 
2,985

2022
 
1,423


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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

We record a gain on sale of real estate when title is conveyed to the buyer, subject to the buyer's financial commitment being sufficient to provide economic substance to the sale and provided that we have no substantial economic involvement with the buyer.
Interest income on debt and preferred equity investments is accrued based on the contractual terms of the instruments and when, in the opinion of management, it is deemed collectible. Some debt and preferred equity investments provide for accrual of interest at specified rates, which differ from current payment terms. Interest is recognized on such loans at the accrual rate subject to management's determination that accrued interest is ultimately collectible, based on the underlying collateral and operations of the borrower. If management cannot make this determination, interest income above the current pay rate is recognized only upon actual receipt.
Deferred origination fees, original issue discounts and loan origination costs, if any, are recognized as an adjustment to interest income over the terms of the related investments using the effective interest method. Fees received in connection with loan commitments are also deferred until the loan is funded and are then recognized over the term of the loan as an adjustment to yield. Discounts or premiums associated with the purchase of loans are amortized or accreted into interest income as a yield adjustment on the effective interest method based on expected cash flows through the expected maturity date of the related investment. If we purchase a debt or preferred equity investment at a discount, intend to hold it until maturity and expect to recover the full value of the investment, we accrete the discount into income as an adjustment to yield over the term of the investment. If we purchase a debt or preferred equity investment at a discount with the intention of foreclosing on the collateral, we do not accrete the discount. For debt investments acquired at a discount for credit quality, the difference between contractual cash flows and expected cash flows at acquisition is not accreted. Anticipated exit fees, the collection of which is expected, are also recognized over the term of the loan as an adjustment to yield.
Debt and preferred equity investments are placed on a non-accrual status at the earlier of the date at which payments become 90 days past due or when, in the opinion of management, a full recovery of interest income becomes doubtful. Interest income recognition on any non-accrual debt or preferred equity investment is resumed when such non-accrual debt or preferred equity investment becomes contractually current and performance is demonstrated to be resumed. Interest is recorded as income on impaired loans only to the extent cash is received.
We may syndicate a portion of the loans that we originate or sell the loans individually. When a transaction meets the criteria for sale accounting, we derecognize the loan sold and recognize gain or loss based on the difference between the sales price and the carrying value of the loan sold. Any related unamortized deferred origination fees, original issue discounts, loan origination costs, discounts or premiums at the time of sale are recognized as an adjustment to the gain or loss on sale, which is included in investment income on the consolidated statement of operations. Any fees received at the time of sale or syndication are recognized as part of investment income.
Asset management fees are recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the asset management agreement.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the inability of our tenants to make required payments. If the financial condition of a specific tenant were to deteriorate, resulting in an impairment of its ability to make payments, additional allowances may be required.
Reserve for Possible Credit Losses
The expense for possible credit losses in connection with debt and preferred equity investments is the charge to earnings to increase the allowance for possible credit losses to the level that we estimate to be adequate, based on Level 3 data, considering delinquencies, loss experience and collateral quality. Other factors considered include geographic trends, product diversification, the size of the portfolio and current economic conditions. Based upon these factors, we establish a provision for possible credit loss on each individual investment. When it is probable that we will be unable to collect all amounts contractually due, the investment is considered impaired.
Where impairment is indicated on an investment that is held to maturity, a valuation allowance is measured based upon the excess of the recorded investment amount over the fair value of the collateral. Any deficiency between the carrying amount of an asset and the calculated value of the collateral is charged to expense. We continue to assess or adjust our estimates based on circumstances of a loan and the underlying collateral. If additional information reflects increased recovery of our investment, we will adjust our reserves accordingly. There were no loan reserves recorded during the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, and 2015.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

Debt and preferred equity investments held for sale are carried at the lower of cost or fair market value using available market information obtained through consultation with dealers or other originators of such investments as well as discounted cash flow models based on Level 3 data pursuant to ASC 820-10. As circumstances change, management may conclude not to sell an investment designated as held for sale. In such situations, the investment will be reclassified at its net carrying value to debt and preferred equity investments held to maturity. For these reclassified investments, the difference between the current carrying value and the expected cash to be collected at maturity will be accreted into income over the remaining term of the investment.
Rent Expense
Rent expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the initial term of the lease. The excess of the rent expense recognized over the amounts contractually due pursuant to the underlying lease is included in the deferred lease payable on the consolidated balance sheets.
Exchangeable Debt Instruments
The initial proceeds from exchangeable debt that may be settled in cash, including partial cash settlements, are bifurcated between a liability component and an equity component associated with the embedded conversion option. The objective of the accounting guidance is to require the liability and equity components of exchangeable debt to be separately accounted for in a manner such that the interest expense on the exchangeable debt is not recorded at the stated rate of interest but rather at an effective rate that reflects the issuer's conventional debt borrowing rate at the date of issuance. We calculate the liability component of exchangeable debt based on the present value of the contractual cash flows discounted at our comparable market conventional debt borrowing rate at the date of issuance. The difference between the principal amount and the fair value of the liability component is reported as a discount on the exchangeable debt that is accreted as additional interest expense from the issuance date through the contractual maturity date using the effective interest method. A portion of this additional interest expense may be capitalized to the development and redevelopment balances qualifying for interest capitalization each period. The liability component of the exchangeable debt is reported net of discounts on our consolidated balance sheets. We calculate the equity component of exchangeable debt based on the difference between the initial proceeds received from the issuance of the exchangeable debt and the fair value of the liability component at the issuance date. The equity component is included in additional paid-in-capital, net of issuance costs, on our consolidated balance sheets. We allocate issuance costs for exchangeable debt between the liability and the equity components based on their relative values.
Income Taxes
SL Green is taxed as a REIT under Section 856(c) of the Code. As a REIT, SL Green generally is not subject to Federal income tax. To maintain its qualification as a REIT, SL Green must distribute at least 90% of its REIT taxable income to its stockholders and meet certain other requirements. If SL Green fails to qualify as a REIT in any taxable year, SL Green will be subject to Federal income tax on its taxable income at regular corporate rates. SL Green may also be subject to certain state, local and franchise taxes. Under certain circumstances, Federal income and excise taxes may be due on its undistributed taxable income.
ROP is a disregarded entity of SL Green Operating Partnership, L.P. for federal income tax purposes, and, as a result, all income and losses of ROP are considered income and losses of SL Green Operating Partnership, L. P. No provision has been made for income taxes in the consolidated financial statements since such taxes, if any, are the responsibility of the individual partners of SL Green Operating Partnership, L.P.
We follow a two-step approach for evaluating uncertain tax positions. Recognition (step one) occurs when an enterprise concludes that a tax position, based solely on its technical merits, is more-likely-than-not to be sustained upon examination. Measurement (step two) determines the amount of benefit that is more-likely-than-not to be realized upon settlement. Derecognition of a tax position that was previously recognized would occur when a company subsequently determines that a tax position no longer meets the more-likely-than-not threshold of being sustained. The use of a valuation allowance as a substitute for derecognition of tax positions is prohibited.
On December 22, 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the ‘‘Tax Act’’) was signed into law and makes substantial changes to the Code. Many of the provisions of the Tax Act will require guidance through the issuance of Treasury regulations in order to assess their effect. The Tax Act did not have a material impact on our financial statements for the year ended December, 31, 2017.
Derivative Instruments
In the normal course of business, we use a variety of commonly used derivative instruments, such as interest rate swaps, caps, collars and floors, to manage, or hedge, interest rate risk. Effectiveness is essential for those derivatives that we intend to qualify for hedge accounting. Some derivative instruments are associated with an anticipated transaction. In those cases, hedge

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

effectiveness criteria also require that it be probable that the underlying transaction occurs. Instruments that meet these hedging criteria are formally designated as hedges at the inception of the derivative contract.
To determine the fair values of derivative instruments, we use a variety of methods and assumptions that are based on market conditions and risks existing at each balance sheet date. For the majority of financial instruments including most derivatives, long-term investments and long-term debt, standard market conventions and techniques such as discounted cash flow analysis, option pricing models, replacement cost, and termination cost are used to determine fair value. All methods of assessing fair value result in a general approximation of value, and such value may never actually be realized.
In the normal course of business, we are exposed to the effect of interest rate changes and limit these risks by following established risk management policies and procedures including the use of derivatives. To address exposure to interest rates, derivatives are used primarily to fix the rate on debt based on floating-rate indices and manage the cost of borrowing obligations.
We use a variety of conventional derivative products. These derivatives typically include interest rate swaps, caps, collars and floors. We expressly prohibit the use of unconventional derivative instruments and using derivative instruments for trading or speculative purposes. Further, we have a policy of only entering into contracts with major financial institutions based upon their credit ratings and other factors.
We may employ swaps, forwards or purchased options to hedge qualifying forecasted transactions. Gains and losses related to these transactions are deferred and recognized in net income as interest expense in the same period or periods that the underlying transaction occurs, expires or is otherwise terminated.
Hedges that are reported at fair value and presented on the balance sheet could be characterized as cash flow hedges or fair value hedges. Interest rate caps and collars are examples of cash flow hedges. Cash flow hedges address the risk associated with future cash flows of interest payments. For all hedges held by us and which were deemed to be fully effective in meeting the hedging objectives established by our corporate policy governing interest rate risk management, no net gains or losses were reported in earnings. The changes in fair value of hedge instruments are reflected in accumulated other comprehensive income. For derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments, the gain or loss, resulting from the change in the estimated fair value of the derivative instruments, is recognized in current earnings during the period of change.
Shares Contributed by Parent Company
We present shares of SL Green common stock as a contra-equity account in our financial statements.
Earnings per Unit
Earnings per unit was not computed in 2017, 2016 and 2015 as there were no outstanding common units held by third parties at December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Concentrations of Credit Risk
Financial instruments that potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk consist primarily of cash investments, debt and preferred equity investments and accounts receivable. We place our cash investments in excess of insured amounts with high quality financial institutions. The collateral securing our debt and preferred equity investments is located in the New York metropolitan area. See Note 5, "Debt and Preferred Equity Investments."

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

We perform ongoing credit evaluations of our tenants and require most tenants to provide security deposits or letters of credit. Though these security deposits and letters of credit are insufficient to meet the total value of a tenant's lease obligation, they are a measure of good faith and a source of funds to offset the economic costs associated with lost revenue and the costs associated with re-tenanting a space. The properties in our real estate portfolio are primarily located in Manhattan, we also have properties located in Brooklyn, and Westchester County, Connecticut. The tenants located in our buildings operate in various industries. No tenant in the portfolio accounted for more than 5.0% of our share of annualized cash rent, including our share of joint venture annualized cash rent, at December 31, 2017. Approximately 15.6%, 10.2%, 8.3%, 8.0%, 8.0%, 6.9%, 6.8%, 6.8% and 5.1% of our share of annualized cash rent for consolidated properties was attributable to 1185 Avenue of the Americas, 625 Madison Avenue, 919 Third Avenue, 750 Third Avenue, 810 Seventh Avenue, 555 West 57th Street, 125 Park Avenue, 1350 Avenue of the Americas, and 711 Third Avenue, respectively, for the year ended December 31, 2017. Annualized cash rent for all other consolidated properties was below 5.0%.
For the year ended December 31, 2016, 14.8%, 9.6%, 8.1%, 7.7%, 7.3%, 6.6%, 6.6%, 6.4% and 5.2% of our share of annualized cash rent for consolidated properties was attributable to 1185 Avenue of the Americas, 625 Madison Avenue, 919 Third Avenue, 750 Third Avenue, 810 Seventh Avenue, 555 West 57th Street, 125 Park Avenue, 1350 Avenue of the Americas, and 711 Third Avenue, respectively. For the year ended December 31, 2015, 15.4%, 9.7%, 8.2%, 7.7%, 7.5%, 7.2%, 6.7% and 6.6%, of our share of annualized cash rent was attributable to 1185 Avenue of the Americas, 625 Madison Avenue, 919 Third Avenue, 750 Third Avenue, 810 Seventh Avenue, 1350 Avenue of the Americas, 555 West 57th Street, and 125 Park Avenue, respectively.
Reclassification
Certain prior year balances have been reclassified to conform to our current year presentation.
Accounting Standards Updates
In August 2017, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815), Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities. The amendments in the new standard will permit more flexibility in hedging interest rate risk for both variable rate and fixed rate financial instruments. The standard will also enhance the presentation of hedge results in the financial statements. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018 and early adoption is permitted. The Company has not yet adopted the guidance, and does not expect a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements when the new standard is implemented.
In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-01, Business Combinations (Topic 805): Clarifying the Definition of a Business. The guidance clarifies the definition of a business and provides guidance to assist with determining whether transactions should be accounted for as acquisitions of assets or businesses. The main provision is that an acquiree is not a business if substantially all of the fair value of the gross assets is concentrated in a single identifiable asset or group of assets. The Company adopted the guidance on the issuance date effective January 5, 2017. The Company expects that most of its real estate acquisitions will be considered asset acquisitions under the new guidance and that transaction costs will be capitalized to the investment basis which is then subject to a purchase price allocation based on relative fair value.
In November 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-18, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Restricted Cash. The guidance will require entities to show the changes on the total cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents in the statement of cash flows. As a result, entities will no longer present transfers between these items on the statement of cash flows. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2017, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted. The Company has not yet adopted this new guidance and is currently evaluating the impact of adopting this new accounting standard on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
In August 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments. The ASU provides final guidance on eight cash flow issues, including debt prepayment or debt extinguishment costs, contingent consideration payments made after a business combination, distributions received from equity method investees, separately identifiable cash flows and application of the predominance principle, and others. The amendments in the ASU are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2017, and interim periods within those fiscal years. The Company adopted the guidance effective January 1, 2017 and there was no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments. The guidance changes how entities will measure credit losses for most financial assets and certain other instruments that are not measured at fair value through net income. The guidance replaces the current ‘incurred loss’ model with an ‘expected loss’ approach. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted after December 2018. The Company has not yet adopted this new

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

guidance and is currently evaluating the impact of adopting this new accounting standard on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
In March 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-07, Investments Equity Method and Joint Ventures (Topic 323). The guidance eliminates the requirement that an entity retroactively adopt the equity method of accounting if an investment qualifies for use of the equity method as a result of an increase in the level of ownership or degree of influence. The amendments require that the equity method investor add the cost of acquiring the additional interest in the investee to the current basis of the investor’s previously held interest and adopt the equity method of accounting as of the date the investment becomes qualified for equity method accounting. The Company adopted the guidance effective January 1, 2017 and there was no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases. The guidance requires lessees to recognize lease assets and lease liabilities for those leases classified as operating leases under the previous standard. Depending on the lease classification, lessees will recognize expense based on the effective interest method for finance leases or on a straight-line basis for operating leases. The accounting applied by a lessor is largely unchanged from that applied under the previous standard. One of the potential impacts on the Company may be the presentation and disclosure in the financial statements of non-lease components such as charges to tenants for a building’s operating expenses. As currently written, the guidance would require that the non-lease components be presented separately from the lease components in both the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Consolidated Balance Sheets. In January 2018, the FASB issued an exposure draft, Leases (Topic 842) Targeted Improvements, which would provide lessors with a practical expedient to not separate non-lease components from the related lease component under certain conditions. We anticipate the majority of our leases would qualify for the practical expedient. We expect this guidance to be finalized in 2018 and, as a result, we would adopt the practical expedient. Another impact is the measurement and presentation of ground leases under which the Company is lessee. The Company is required to record a liability for the obligation to make payments under the lease and an asset for the right to use the underlying asset during the lease term and will also apply the new expense recognition requirements given the lease classification. The Company is currently quantifying these impacts. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted. The Company expects to adopt this guidance January 1, 2019 and will apply the modified retrospective approach.
In January 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-01 (Subtopic 825-10), Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities. The guidance requires entities to measure equity investments that do not result in consolidation and are not accounted for under the equity method at fair value through earnings to record changes in instruments-specific credit risk for financial liabilities measured under the fair value option in other comprehensive income, use the exit price notion when measuring an instrument’s fair value for disclosure and to separately present financial assets and liabilities by measurement category and form of instrument on the balance sheet or in the notes to the financial statements. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2017, and for interim periods therein. The Company has not yet adopted this new guidance and does not expect a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements when the new standard is implemented.
In May 2014, the FASB issued a new comprehensive revenue recognition guidance which requires us to recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which we expect to be entitled in exchange for those goods and services (ASU 2014-09). The FASB also issued implementation guidance in March 2016, April 2016 and May 2016 - ASU’s 2016-08, 2016-10 and 2016-12, respectively. These ASUs are effective for annual and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2017. The Company will adopt this guidance January 1, 2018. Since the Company’s revenue is related to leasing activities, the adoption of this guidance will not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements. The new guidance is applicable to service contracts with joint ventures for which the Company earns property management fees, leasing commissions and development and construction fees. The adoption of this new guidance does not change the accounting for these fees as the pattern of recognition of revenue does not change with the new guidance. We will continue to recognize revenue over time on these contracts because the customer simultaneously receives and consumes the benefits provided by our performance. Thus, the analysis of our contracts under the new revenue recognition standard is consistent with our current revenue recognition model.
In February 2017, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2017-05 to clarify the scope of asset derecognition guidance in Subtopic 610-20, which also provided guidance on accounting for partial sales of nonfinancial assets and requires any retained non-controlling interest to be recorded at fair value.  Subtopic 610-20 was issued in May 2014 as part of ASU 2014-09.  The Company will elect to adopt the practical expedient under ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, which allows an entity to apply the guidance to contracts with non-customers that are open based on the ASC 360-20, Real Estate Sales, (i.e. failed sales) as of the adoption date. The Company will adopt this guidance January 1, 2018, and does not expect a material impact on the consolidated financial statements as the Company had no open contracts based on ASC 360-20 as of December 31, 2017.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

3. Property Acquisitions
During the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, we did not acquire any properties from a third party.
2015 Acquisition
During the year ended December 31, 2016, we finalized the purchase price allocation for the following 2015 acquisition based on facts and circumstances that existed at the acquisition date for the property (in thousands):
 
110 Greene Street (1)(2)
Acquisition Date
July 2015
Ownership Type
Fee Interest
Property Type
Office
 
 
Purchase Price Allocation:
 
Land
$
45,120

Building and building leasehold
215,470

Above-market lease value

Acquired in-place leases
8,967

Other assets, net of other liabilities

Assets acquired
269,557

Mark-to-market assumed debt

Below-market lease value
(14,557
)
Derivatives

Liabilities assumed
(14,557
)
Purchase price
$
255,000

Net consideration funded by us at closing, excluding consideration financed by debt
$
255,000

Equity and/or debt investment held
$

Debt assumed
$

(1)
Based on our preliminary analysis of the purchase price, we had allocated $89.3 million and $165.8 million to land and building, respectively, at 110 Greene Street. The impact to our consolidated statements of operations for the twelve months ended December 31, 2016 was an increase in rental revenue of $1.6 million for the amortization of aggregate below-market leases and an additional $3.1 million of depreciation expense.
(2)
We acquired a 90.0% controlling interest in this property for consideration that included the issuance of $5.0 million and $6.7 million aggregate liquidation preferences of Series P and Q Preferred Units, respectively, of limited partnership interest of the Operating Partnership and cash.
4. Properties Held for Sale and Property Dispositions
Properties Held for Sale
As of December 31, 2017, 115-117 Stevens Avenue in Valhalla, New York and 1-6 International Drive in Rye Brook, New York were classified as held for sale.
During the fourth quarter of 2017, the Company recorded a charge of $17.8 million in connection with the reclassification of 115-117 Stevens Avenue to held for sale, and a charge of $69.1 million in connection with the reclassification of 1-6 International Drive to held for sale. These charges are included in depreciable real estate reserves in the consolidated statement of operations.
The Company classified 16 Court Street in Brooklyn, New York and 125 Chubb Way in Lyndhurst, New Jersey as held for sale as of September 30, 2017; 125 Chubb Way in Lyndhurst, New Jersey and the properties at 680-750 Washington Boulevard in Stamford, Connecticut as held for sale as of June 30, 2017; and 520 White Plains Road in Tarrytown, NY and a 90% interest in 102 Greene Street in New York, NY as held for sale as of March 31, 2017.
Property Dispositions
The following table summarizes the properties sold during the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015:

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

Property
 
Disposition Date
 
Property Type
 
(unaudited) Approximate Usable Square Feet
 
Sales Price (1)
 (in millions)
 
Gain (Loss) on Sale(2) 
(in millions)
125 Chubb Way (3)
 
October 2017
 
Office
 
278,000

 
$
29.5

 
$
(26.1
)
16 Court Street
 
October 2017
 
Office
 
317,600

 
171.0

 
64.9

680-750 Washington Boulevard (4)
 
July 2017
 
Office
 
325,000

 
97.0

 
(44.2
)
520 White Plains Road (5)
 
April 2017
 
Office
 
180,000

 
21.0

 
(14.6
)
102 Greene Street (6)
 
April 2017
 
Retail
 
9,200

 
43.5

 
4.9

7 International Drive
 
May 2016
 
Land
 
31 Acres

 
20.0

 
(6.9
)
140 Grand Street(7)
 
December 2015
 
Office
 
130,100

 
22.4

 
(10.5
)
131-137 Spring Street(8)
 
August 2015
 
Office
 
68,342

 
277.8

 
101.1


(1)
Sales price represents the actual sales price for the property or the gross asset valuation for the interest in a property.
(2)
The gain on sale for 16 Court Street, 102 Greene Street, 131-137 Spring Street are net of $2.5 million, $0.9 million, and $4.1 million, respectively, in employee compensation awards accrued in connection with the realization of these investment gains as a bonus to certain employees that were instrumental in realizing the gain on sale. Additionally, amounts do not include adjustments for expenses recorded in subsequent periods.
(3)
The Company recorded a $26.1 million charge in 2017 that is included in depreciable real estate reserves in the consolidated statement of operations.
(4)
The Company recorded a $44.2 million charge in 2017 that is included in depreciable real estate reserves in the consolidated statement of operations.
(5)
The Company recorded a $14.6 million charge in 2017 that is included in depreciable real estate reserves in the consolidated statement of operations.
(6)
In April 2017, we closed on the sale of a 90% interest 102 Greene Street and had subsequently accounted for our interest in the property as an investment in unconsolidated joint ventures. We sold the remaining 10% interest in September 2017. See Note 6, "Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures."
(7)
The Company recorded a $10.0 million charge in 2015 that is included in depreciable real estate reserves in the consolidated statement of operations.
(8)
We sold an 80% interest in 131-137 Spring Street and have subsequently accounted for our interest in the properties as an investment in unconsolidated joint ventures. See Note 6, "Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures."
5. Debt and Preferred Equity Investments
Below is the rollforward analysis of the activity relating to our debt and preferred equity investments as of December 31, 2017 and 2016 (in thousands):
 
December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
Balance at beginning of period (1)
$
1,640,412

 
$
1,670,020

Debt investment originations/accretion (2)
1,142,591

 
1,009,176

Preferred Equity investment originations/accretion (2)
144,456

 
5,698

Redemptions/sales/syndications/amortization (3)
(813,418
)
 
(1,044,482
)
Balance at end of period (1)
$
2,114,041

 
$
1,640,412

(1)
Net of unamortized fees, discounts, and premiums.
(2)
Accretion includes amortization of fees and discounts and paid-in-kind investment income.
(3)
Certain participations in debt investments that were sold or syndicated did not meet the conditions for sale accounting are included in other assets and other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets.
Debt Investments
As of December 31, 2017 and 2016, we held the following debt investments with an aggregate weighted average current yield of 9.31%, excluding our investment in Two Herald Square, at December 31, 2017 (in thousands):

Loan Type
 
December 31, 2017
Future Funding
Obligations
 
December 31, 2017
Senior
Financing
 
December 31, 2017
Carrying Value (1)
 
December 31, 2016
Carrying Value (1)
 

Maturity
Date (2)
Fixed Rate Investments:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mortgage/Jr. Mortgage Loan(3)
 
$

 
$

 
$
250,464

 
$

 
April 2017
Mortgage Loan(4)
 

 

 
26,366

 
26,311

 
February 2019

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

Loan Type
 
December 31, 2017
Future Funding
Obligations
 
December 31, 2017
Senior
Financing
 
December 31, 2017
Carrying Value (1)
 
December 31, 2016
Carrying Value (1)
 

Maturity
Date (2)
Mortgage Loan
 

 

 
239

 
380

 
August 2019
Mezzanine Loan(5a)
 

 
1,160,000

 
204,005

 

 
March 2020
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
15,000

 
3,500

 
3,500

 
September 2021
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
147,000

 
24,913

 

 
April 2022
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
86,976

 
12,699

 
12,692

 
November 2023
Mezzanine Loan(5b)
 

 
115,000

 
12,932

 
12,925

 
June 2024
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
95,000

 
30,000

 
30,000

 
January 2025
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
340,000

 
15,000

 
15,000

 
November 2026
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
1,657,500

 
55,250

 

 
June 2027
Mezzanine Loan(6)
 

 

 

 
66,129

 
 
Jr. Mortgage Participation/Mezzanine Loan (7)
 

 

 

 
193,422

 
 
Total fixed rate
 
$

 
$
3,616,476

 
$
635,368

 
$
360,359

 
 
Floating Rate Investments:
 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mezzanine Loan(5c)(8)
 
$
795

 
$

 
$
15,148

 
$
15,051

 
March 2018
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
40,000

 
19,982

 
19,913

 
April 2018
Jr. Mortgage Participation
 

 
94,546

 
34,947

 
34,844

 
April 2018
Mezzanine Loan
 
523

 
20,523

 
10,934

 
10,863

 
August 2018
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan
 

 

 
19,940

 
19,840

 
August 2018
Mortgage Loan
 

 
65,000

 
14,955

 
14,880

 
August 2018
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan(9)
 

 

 
16,969

 
16,960

 
September 2018
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
37,500

 
14,855

 
14,648

 
September 2018
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan(10)
 
391

 

 
23,609

 
20,423

 
October 2018
Mezzanine Loan
 
2,325

 
45,025

 
34,879

 
34,502

 
October 2018
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
335,000

 
74,755

 
74,476

 
November 2018
Mezzanine Loan(5d)(11)
 

 
85,000

 
15,381

 
15,141

 
December 2018
Mezzanine Loan(5e)(11)
 

 
65,000

 
14,869

 
14,656

 
December 2018
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
33,000

 
26,927

 
26,850

 
December 2018
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
175,000

 
59,723

 
56,114

 
December 2018
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
45,000

 
12,174

 
12,104

 
January 2019
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan (5f)
 
26,284

 

 
162,553

 

 
January 2019
Mezzanine Loan
 
5,372

 
25,289

 
8,550

 
5,410

 
January 2019
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
38,000

 
21,939

 
21,891

 
March 2019
Mezzanine Loan
 
11

 
174,947

 
37,250

 

 
April 2019
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
265,000

 
24,830

 
24,707

 
April 2019
Mortgage/Jr. Mortgage Participation Loan
 
27,617

 
199,733

 
71,832

 
65,554

 
August 2019
Mezzanine Loan
 
2,034

 
189,829

 
37,851

 
37,322

 
September 2019
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan
 
36,391

 

 
143,919

 
111,819

 
September 2019
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
350,000

 
34,737

 

 
October 2019
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan
 
25,643

 

 
43,845

 
33,682

 
January 2020
Mezzanine Loan(12)
 
3,621

 
555,379

 
75,834

 
125,911

 
January 2020
Mezzanine Loan
 
6,913

 
34,337

 
11,259

 

 
July 2020
Mezzanine Loan(13)
 
51,494

 
310,654

 
75,428

 
63,137

 
November 2020
Mortgage and Mezzanine Loan
 
42,510

 

 
88,989

 

 
December 2020

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

Loan Type
 
December 31, 2017
Future Funding
Obligations
 
December 31, 2017
Senior
Financing
 
December 31, 2017
Carrying Value (1)
 
December 31, 2016
Carrying Value (1)
 

Maturity
Date (2)
Mortgage and Mezzanine Loan
 

 

 
35,152

 

 
December 2020
Jr. Mortgage Participation/Mezzanine Loan
 

 
60,000

 
15,635

 
15,606

 
July 2021
Mezzanine Loan
 

 
280,000

 
34,600

 

 
August 2022
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan(14)
 

 

 

 
29,998

 
 
Mezzanine Loan(15)
 

 

 

 
64,505

 
 
Mezzanine Loan(16)
 

 

 

 
15,369

 
 
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan(6)
 

 

 

 
32,847

 
 
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan(6)
 

 

 

 
22,959

 
 
Mezzanine Loan(17)
 

 

 

 
14,957

 
 
Mortgage/Mezzanine Loan(18)
 

 

 

 
145,239

 
 
Total floating rate
 
$
231,924

 
$
3,523,762

 
$
1,334,250

 
$
1,232,178

 
 
Total
 
$
231,924

 
$
7,140,238

 
$
1,969,618

 
$
1,592,537

 
 
(1)
Carrying value is net of discounts, premiums, original issue discounts and deferred origination fees.
(2)
Represents contractual maturity, excluding any unexercised extension options.
(3)
These loans were purchased at par in April and May 2017 and were in maturity default at the time of acquisition. At the time the loans were purchased, the Company expected to collect all contractually required payments, including interest. In August 2017, the Company determined that it was probable that the loans would not be repaid in full and therefore, the loans were put on non-accrual status. No impairment was recorded as the Company believes that the fair value of the property exceeds the carrying amount of the loans. The loans had an outstanding balance, including accrued interest, of $259.3 million at the time that they were put on non-accrual status.
(4)
In September 2014, we acquired a $26.4 million mortgage loan at a $0.2 million discount and a $5.7 million junior mortgage participation at a $5.7 million discount. The junior mortgage participation was a nonperforming loan at acquisition, is currently on non-accrual status and has no carrying value.
(5)
Carrying value is net of the following amounts that were sold or syndicated, which are included in other assets and other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets as a result of the transfers not meeting the conditions for sale accounting: (a) $1.2 million, (b) $12.0 million, (c) $5.1 million (d) $14.6 million, (e) $14.1 million, and (f) $21.2 million.
(6)
This loan was repaid in June 2017.
(7)
This loan was repaid in March 2017.
(8)
This loan was extended in March 2018.
(9)
This loan was extended in August 2017.
(10)
This loan was extended in September 2017.
(11)
This loan was extended in December 2017.
(12)
$66.1 million of outstanding principal was syndicated in February 2017.
(13)
This loan was extended in November 2017.
(14)
This loan was repaid in December 2017.
(15)
This loan was repaid in November 2017.
(16)
This loan was repaid in September 2017.
(17)
This loan was contributed to a joint venture in May 2017.
(18)
This loan was repaid in January 2017.
Preferred Equity Investments
As of December 31, 2017 and 2016, we held the following preferred equity investments with an aggregate weighted average current yield of 6.99% at December 31, 2017 (in thousands):
Type
 
December 31, 2017
Future Funding
Obligations
 
December 31, 2017
Senior
Financing
 
December 31, 2017
Carrying Value
(1)
 
December 31, 2016
Carrying Value
(1)
 

Mandatory
Redemption (2)
Preferred Equity
 
$

 
$
272,000

 
$
144,423

 
$

 
April 2021
Preferred Equity(3)
 

 

 

 
9,982

 
 
Preferred Equity(4)
 

 

 

 
37,893

 
 
 
 
$

 
$
272,000

 
$
144,423

 
$
47,875

 
 
(1)
Carrying value is net of deferred origination fees.
(2)
Represents contractual maturity, excluding any unexercised extension options.
(3)
This investment was redeemed in May 2017.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

(4)
This investment was redeemed in April 2017.
The following table is a rollforward of our total loan loss reserves at December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 (in thousands):
 
December 31,
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
Balance at beginning of year
$

 
$

 
$

Expensed

 

 

Recoveries

 

 

Charge-offs and reclassifications

 

 

Balance at end of period
$

 
$

 
$


At December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, all debt and preferred equity investments were performing in accordance with the terms of the relevant investments, with the exception of a mortgage and junior mortgage participation purchased in maturity default in May 2017 and April 2017, respectively, as discussed in subnote 3 of the Debt Investments table above and a junior mortgage participation acquired in September 2014, which was acquired for zero and has a carrying value of zero, as discussed in subnote 4 of the Debt Investments table above.
We have determined that we have one portfolio segment of financing receivables at December 31, 2017 and 2016 comprising commercial real estate which is primarily recorded in debt and preferred equity investments. Included in other assets is an additional amount of financing receivables totaling $93.4 million and $144.5 million at December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively. No financing receivables were 90 days past due at December 31, 2017, with the exception of a mortgage and junior mortgage participation purchased in maturity default in May 2017 and April 2017, respectively, as discussed in subnote 3 of the Debt Investments table above.
6. Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures
We have investments in several real estate joint ventures with various partners. As of December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016 none of our investments in unconsolidated joint ventures were VIEs. All of the investments below are voting interest entities. As we do not control the joint ventures listed below, we account for them under the equity method of accounting.
The table below provides general information on each of our joint ventures as of December 31, 2017:

Property
Partner
Ownership
Interest (1)
Economic
Interest (1)
Unaudited
Approximate Square Feet
Acquisition Date (2)
Acquisition
Price (2)
(in thousands)
131-137 Spring Street
Invesco Real Estate
20.00%
20.00%
68,342

August 2015
$
277,750

Mezzanine Loan (3)
Private Investors
33.33%
33.33%

May 2017
15,000


(1)
Ownership interest and economic interest represent the Company's interests in the joint venture as of December 31, 2017. Changes in ownership or economic interests within the current year are disclosed in the notes below.
(2)
Acquisition date and price represent the date on which the Company initially acquired an interest in the joint venture and the actual or implied gross purchase price for the joint venture on that date. Acquisition date and price are not adjusted for subsequent acquisitions or dispositions of interest.
(3)
In May 2017, the Company contributed a mezzanine loan secured by a commercial property in midtown Manhattan to a joint venture and retained a 33.33% interest in the venture. The carrying value is net of $10.0 million that was sold, which is included in other assets and other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets as a result of the transfers not meeting the conditions for sale accounting. The loan matures in November 2018.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

Acquisition, Development and Construction Arrangements
Based on the characteristics of the following arrangements, which are similar to those of an investment, combined with the expected residual profit of not greater than 50%, we have accounted for these debt and preferred equity investments under the equity method. As of December 31, 2017 and 2016, the carrying value for acquisition, development and construction arrangements were as follows (in thousands):
Loan Type
 
December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
 
Maturity Date
Mezzanine Loan and Preferred Equity (1)
 
$
100,000

 
$
100,000

 
March 2018
Mezzanine Loan (2)
 
26,716

 
24,542

 
July 2036
 
 
$
126,716

 
$
124,542

 
 
(1)
The mezzanine loan was repaid and the preferred equity interest was redeemed in March 2018.
(2)
The Company has the ability to convert this loan into an equity position starting in 2021 and the borrower is able to force this conversion in 2024.
Sale of Joint Venture Interests or Properties
The following table summarizes the investments in unconsolidated joint ventures sold during the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, and 2015:
Property
 
Ownership Interest
 
Disposition Date
 
Type of Sale
 
Gross Asset Valuation
(in thousands)(1)
 
Gain
on Sale
(in thousands)(2)
102 Greene Street
 
10.00%
 
September 2017
 
Ownership Interest
 
$
43,500

 
$
283

(1)
Represents implied gross valuation for the joint venture or sales price of the property.
(2)
Represents the Company's share of the gain.
In May 2017, our investment in a joint venture that owned two mezzanine notes secured by interests in the entity that owns 76 11th Avenue was repaid after the joint venture received repayment of the underlying loans.
Joint Venture Mortgages and Other Loans Payable
We generally finance our joint ventures with non-recourse debt. In certain cases we have provided guarantees or master leases for tenant space, which terminate upon the satisfaction of specified circumstances or repayment of the underlying loans. The first mortgage notes and other loans payable collateralized by the respective joint venture properties and assignment of leases at December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively, are as follows (amounts in thousands):
Property
 
Economic Interest (1)
 
Maturity Date
 
Interest
Rate (2)
 
December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
Floating Rate Debt:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
131-137 Spring Street
 
20.00
%
 
August 2020
 
L+
1.55%
 
$
141,000

 
$
141,000

Total joint venture mortgages and other loans payable
 
 
 
 
$
141,000

 
$
141,000

Deferred financing costs, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(2,862
)
 
(3,970
)
Total joint venture mortgages and other loans payable, net
 
 
 
 
$
138,138

 
$
137,030

(1)
Economic interest represents the Company's interests in the joint venture as of December 31, 2017. Changes in ownership or economic interests, if any, within the current year are disclosed in the notes to the investment in unconsolidated joint ventures note above.
(2)
Interest rate as of December 31, 2017. Floating rate debt is presented with the stated interest rate spread over 30-day LIBOR, unless otherwise specified.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

The combined balance sheets for the unconsolidated joint ventures, at December 31, 2017 and 2016 are as follows (in thousands):
 
December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
Assets
 
 
 
Commercial real estate property, net
$
273,116

 
$
279,451

Debt and preferred equity investments, net
141,716

 
273,749

Other assets
15,735

 
18,922

Total assets
$
430,567

 
$
572,122

Liabilities and members' equity
 
 
 
Mortgages and other loans payable, net
$
138,138

 
$
137,030

Other liabilities
18,908

 
22,185

Members' equity
273,521

 
412,907

Total liabilities and members' equity
$
430,567

 
$
572,122

Company's investments in unconsolidated joint ventures
$
130,217

 
$
174,127

The combined statements of operations for the unconsolidated joint ventures for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, and 2015 are as follows (in thousands):
 
Year Ended December 31,
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
Total revenues
$
35,204

 
$
38,524

 
$
19,855

Operating expenses
877

 
1,238

 
1,686

Real estate taxes
1,389

 
1,192

 
1,262

Interest expense, net of interest income
3,769

 
2,895

 
1,070

Amortization of deferred financing costs
1,114

 
1,108

 
462

Transaction related costs

 

 
5,262

Depreciation and amortization
8,405

 
8,404

 
3,207

Total expenses
$
15,554

 
$
14,837

 
$
12,949

Net income
$
19,650

 
$
23,687

 
$
6,906

Company's equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
14,192

 
14,509

 
8,841


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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

7. Mortgages and Other Loans Payable
The first mortgages and other loans payable collateralized by the respective properties and assignment of leases or debt investments at December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively, were as follows (amounts in thousands):
Property
 
Maturity Date
 
Interest Rate (1)
 
December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
Fixed Rate Debt:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
919 Third Avenue (2)
 
June 2023
 
 
5.12%
 
$
500,000

 
$
500,000

315 West 33rd Street
 
February 2027
 
 
4.24%
 
250,000

 

Floating Rate Debt:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2017 Master Repurchase Agreement
 
June 2018
 
L+
2.38%
 
$
90,809

 
$

2016 Master Repurchase Agreement (3)
 
 
 
 

 

 
184,642

Total mortgages and other loans payable
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
840,809

 
$
684,642

Deferred financing costs, net of amortization
 
 
 
 
 
 
(11,161
)
 
(8,574
)
Total mortgages and other loans payable, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
829,648

 
$
676,068

(1)
Interest rate as of December 31, 2017. Floating rate debt is presented with the stated interest rate spread over 30-day LIBOR, unless otherwise specified.
(2)
We own a 51.0% controlling interest in the consolidated joint venture that is the borrower on this loan.
(3)
The master repurchase agreement was repaid in October 2017.
At December 31, 2017 and 2016, the gross book value of the properties and debt and preferred equity investments collateralizing the mortgages and other loans payable, not including assets held for sale, was approximately $1.9 billion and $1.7 billion, respectively.
Master Repurchase Agreements
The Company has entered into two Master Repurchase Agreements, or MRAs, known as the 2016 MRA and 2017 MRA, which provide us with the ability to sell certain debt investments with a simultaneous agreement to repurchase the same at a certain date or on demand. We seek to mitigate risks associated with our repurchase agreement by managing the credit quality of our assets, early repayments, interest rate volatility, liquidity, and market value. The margin call provisions under our repurchase facilities permit valuation adjustments based on capital markets activity, and are not limited to collateral-specific credit marks. To monitor credit risk associated with our debt investments, our asset management team regularly reviews our investment portfolio and is in contact with our borrowers in order to monitor the collateral and enforce our rights as necessary. The risk associated with potential margin calls is further mitigated by our ability to recollateralize the facility with additional assets from our portfolio of debt investments and our ability to satisfy margin calls with cash or cash equivalents.
In June 2017, we entered into the 2017 MRA, with a maximum facility capacity of $300.0 million. The facility bears interest on a floating rate basis at a spread to 30-day LIBOR based on the pledged collateral and advance rate and has an initial one year term, with two one year extension options. At December 31, 2017, the facility had a carrying value of $90.1 million, net of deferred financing costs.
In July 2016, we entered into a restated 2016 MRA, with a maximum facility capacity of $300.0 million. The facility bears interest ranging from 225 and 400 basis points over 30-day LIBOR depending on the pledged collateral and has an initial two-year term, with a one year extension option. Since December 6, 2015, we have been required to pay monthly in arrears a 25 basis point fee on the excess of $150.0 million over the average daily balance during the period when the average daily balance is less than $150.0 million. At December 31, 2017, the facility had a carrying value of $(1.2) million, representing deferred financing costs presented within other liabilities.
8. Corporate Indebtedness
2017 Credit Facility
In November 2017, the Company, SL Green and the Operating Partnership entered into an amendment to the credit facility, referred to as the 2017 credit facility, that was originally entered into in November 2012, or the 2012 credit facility. The amendment resulted in the Company no longer being a borrower, and instead is providing a guarantee of the facility. The 2012 credit facility had a carrying value of $1.2 billion, net of deferred financing costs, as of the amendment date and was removed from our consolidated balance sheet and shown as a non-cash capital contribution. SL Green and the Operating Partnership remain borrowers jointly and severally obligated under the 2017 credit facility. As of December 31, 2017, the 2017 credit facility consisted of a $1.5 billion

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

revolving credit facility, a $1.3 billion term loan (or "Term Loan A"), and a $200.0 million term loan (or "Term Loan B") with maturity dates of March 31, 2022, March 31, 2023, and November 21, 2024, respectively. The revolving credit facility has two six-month as-of-right extension options to March 31, 2023. SL Green and the Operating Partnership also have an option, subject to customary conditions, to increase the capacity of the credit facility to $4.5 billion at any time prior to the maturity dates for the revolving credit facility and term loans without the consent of existing lenders, by obtaining additional commitments from the existing lenders and other financial institutions.
As of December 31, 2017, SL Green and the Operating Partnership had $11.8 million of outstanding letters of credit, $40.0 million drawn under the revolving credit facility and $1.5 billion outstanding under the term loan facilities, with total undrawn capacity of $1.4 billion under the 2017 credit facility. At December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016, the revolving credit facility had a carrying value of $30.3 million and $(6.3) million, respectively, net of deferred financing costs. The December 31, 2016 carrying value represents deferred financing costs and is presented within other liabilities. At December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016, the term loan facilities had a carrying value of $1.5 billion and $1.2 billion, respectively, net of deferred financing costs.
The 2017 credit facility includes certain restrictions and covenants (see Restrictive Covenants below).
Senior Unsecured Notes
The following table sets forth our senior unsecured notes and other related disclosures as of December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively, by scheduled maturity date (dollars in thousands):
Issuance
 
December 31,
2017
Unpaid
Principal
Balance
 
December 31,
2017
Accreted
Balance
 
December 31,
2016
Accreted
Balance
 
Coupon
Rate
(1)
 
Initial Term
(in Years)
 
Maturity Date
August 5, 2011 (2)
 
$
250,000

 
$
249,953

 
$
249,880

 
5.00
%
 
7
 
August 2018
March 16, 2010 (2)
 
250,000

 
250,000

 
250,000

 
7.75
%
 
10
 
March 2020
November 15, 2012 (3)
 
300,000

 
305,163

 
200,000

 
4.50
%
 
10
 
December 2022
December 17, 2015 (2)
 
100,000

 
100,000

 
100,000

 
4.27
%
 
10
 
December 2025
 
 
$
900,000

 
$
905,116

 
$
799,880

 
 

 
 
 
 
Deferred financing costs, net
 
 
 
(4,049
)
 
(4,620
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
900,000

 
$
901,067

 
$
795,260

 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
Interest on the senior unsecured notes is payable semi-annually with principal and unpaid interest due on the scheduled maturity dates.
(2)
Issued by SL Green, the Operating Partnership and ROP, as co-obligors.
(3)
In October 2017, SL Green, the Operating Partnership, and ROP, as co-obligors, issued an additional $100.0 million of 4.50% senior unsecured notes due December 2022. The notes were priced at 105.334%.
We provide a guaranty of the Operating Partnership's obligations under its 3.25% Senior Notes due 2022, which were issued in October 2017 and will mature in October 2022. As of December 31, 2017, the 3.25% Senior Notes due 2022 had a carrying value of $499.5 million.
Restrictive Covenants
The terms of the 2017 credit facility and certain of our senior unsecured notes include certain restrictions and covenants which may limit, among other things, SL Green's ability to pay dividends, make certain types of investments, incur additional indebtedness, incur liens and enter into negative pledge agreements and dispose of assets, and which require compliance with financial ratios relating to the maximum ratio of total indebtedness to total asset value, a minimum ratio of EBITDA to fixed charges, a maximum ratio of secured indebtedness to total asset value and a maximum ratio of unsecured indebtedness to unencumbered asset value. The dividend restriction referred to above provides that SL Green will not during any time when a default is continuing, make distributions with respect to SL Green's common stock or other equity interests, except to enable SL Green to continue to qualify as a REIT for Federal income tax purposes. As of December 31, 2017 and 2016, we were in compliance with all such covenants.
Principal Maturities
Combined aggregate principal maturities of mortgages and other loans payable, and senior unsecured notes as of December 31, 2017, including as-of-right extension options and put options, were as follows (in thousands):

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

 
Scheduled
Amortization
 
Principal
 
Senior
Unsecured
Notes
 
Total
2018
$

 
$
90,809

 
$
250,000

 
$
340,809

2019

 

 

 

2020

 

 
250,000

 
250,000

2021

 

 

 

2022

 

 
300,000

 
300,000

Thereafter

 
750,000

 
100,000

 
850,000

 
$

 
$
840,809

 
$
900,000

 
$
1,740,809


Consolidated interest expense, excluding capitalized interest, was comprised of the following (in thousands):
 
Year Ended December 31,
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
Interest expense before capitalized interest
$
124,507


$
110,393


$
120,467

Interest capitalized
(533
)
 
(1,171
)
 
(1,107
)
Interest income
(5
)
 
(14
)
 
(18
)
Interest expense, net
$
123,969

 
$
109,208

 
$
119,342

9. Preferred Units
Through a consolidated subsidiary, we have authorized up to 109,161 3.50% Series A Preferred Units of limited partnership interest, or the Subsidiary Series A Preferred Units, with a liquidation preference of $1,000.00 per unit. In August 2015, the Company issued 109,161 Subsidiary Series A Preferred Units in conjunction with an acquisition. The Subsidiary Series A Preferred unitholders receive annual dividends of $35.00 per unit paid on a quarterly basis and dividends are cumulative, subject to certain provisions. The Subsidiary Series A Preferred Units can be redeemed at any time, at the option of the unitholder, either for cash or are convertible on a one-for-one basis, into the Series B Preferred Units of limited partnership interest, or the Subsidiary Series B Preferred Units. The Subsidiary Series B Preferred Units can be converted at any time, at the option of the unitholder, into a number of common stock equal to 6.71348 shares of SL Green common stock for each Subsidiary Series B Preferred Unit. As of December 31, 2017no Subsidiary Series B Preferred Units have been issued.
ASC 815 Derivatives and Hedging requires bifurcation of certain embedded derivative instruments, such as conversion features in convertible equity instruments, and their measurement at fair value for accounting purposes. The conversion feature embedded in the Subsidiary Series A Preferred Units was evaluated, and it was determined that the conversion feature should be bifurcated from its host instrument and accounted for as a freestanding derivative. The derivative is reported as a derivative liability in accrued interest and other liabilities on the accompanying consolidated balance sheet and is adjusted to its fair value at each reporting date, with a corresponding adjustment to interest expense, net of interest income. The embedded derivative for the Subsidiary Series A Preferred Units was initially recorded at a fair value of zero on July 22, 2015, the date of issuance. At December 31, 2017, the carrying amount of the derivative remained at zero.
10. Partners' Capital
Since consummation of the Merger on January 25, 2007, the Operating Partnership has owned all the economic interests in us either by direct ownership or by indirect ownership through our general partner, which is its wholly-owned subsidiary.
Intercompany transactions between SL Green and us are generally recorded as contributions and distributions.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

11. Fair Value Measurements
We are required to disclose fair value information with regard to our financial instruments, whether or not recognized in the consolidated balance sheets, for which it is practical to estimate fair value. The FASB guidance defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. We measure and/or disclose the estimated fair value of financial assets and liabilities based on a hierarchy that distinguishes between market participant assumptions based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity and the reporting entity’s own assumptions about market participant assumptions. This hierarchy consists of three broad levels: Level 1 - quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the reporting entity can access at the measurement date; Level 2 - inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and Level 3 - unobservable inputs for the asset or liability that are used when little or no market data is available. We follow this hierarchy for our assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring and nonrecurring basis. In instances in which the determination of the fair value measurement is based on inputs from different levels of the fair value hierarchy, the level in the fair value hierarchy within which the entire fair value measurement falls is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety. Our assessment of the significance of the particular input to the fair value measurement in its entirety requires judgment and considers factors specific to the asset or liability.
The following tables set forth the assets and liabilities that we measure at fair value on a recurring and non-recurring basis by their levels in the fair value hierarchy at December 31, 2017 and 2016 (in thousands):
 
December 31, 2017
 
Total
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
Assets:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate cap and swap agreements (included in other assets)
$
167

 
$

 
$
167

 
$

 
December 31, 2016
 
Total
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
Assets:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate cap and swap agreements (included in other assets)
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

We determine other than temporary impairment in real estate investments and debt and preferred equity investments, including intangibles primarily utilizing cash flow projections that apply, among other things, estimated revenue and expense growth rates, discount rates and capitalization rates, as well as sales comparison approach, which utilizes comparable sales, listings and sales contracts. All of which are classified as Level 3 inputs.
As of December 31, 2017, we held notes receivable totaling $250.0 million, which were purchased at par, and were in maturity default at the time of acquisition. In August 2017, the Company determined that it was probable that the loans would not be repaid in full and therefore, the loans were put on non-accrual status. The loans had an outstanding balance including accrued interest of $259.3 million at the time that they were put on non accrual status. The Company has initiated proceedings to foreclose on the property, and expects to take control of the property unless the buyer is able to repay the principal and interest, including default interest and fees, on the notes receivable in full prior to the completion of the foreclosure process. We believe the collateral value is sufficient to recover the carrying amounts of the notes receivable.
The fair value of derivative instruments is based on current market data received from financial sources that trade such instruments and are based on prevailing market data and derived from third party proprietary models based on well-recognized financial principles and reasonable estimates about relevant future market conditions, which are classified as Level 2 inputs.
The financial assets and liabilities that are not measured at fair value on our consolidated balance sheets include cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses, debt and preferred equity investments, mortgages and other loans payable and other secured and unsecured debt. The carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, accounts receivable, and accounts payable and accrued expenses reported in our consolidated balance sheets approximates fair value due to the short term nature of these instruments. The fair value of debt and preferred equity investments, which is classified as Level 3, is estimated by discounting the future cash flows using current interest rates at which similar loans with the same maturities would be made to borrowers with similar credit ratings. The fair value of borrowings, which

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

is classified as Level 3, is estimated by discounting the contractual cash flows of each debt instrument to their present value using adjusted market interest rates, which is provided by a third-party specialist.
The following table provides the carrying value and fair value of these financial instruments as of December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016 (in thousands):
 
December 31, 2017
 
December 31, 2016
 
Carrying Value (1)
 
Fair Value
 
Carrying Value (1)
 
Fair Value
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt and preferred equity investments
$
2,114,041


(2) 
 
$
1,640,412

 
(2) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate debt
$
1,655,116

 
$
1,715,501

 
$
2,099,880

 
$
2,183,042

Variable rate debt
90,809

 
92,087

 
567,642

 
580,083

 
$
1,745,925

 
$
1,807,588

 
$
2,667,522

 
$
2,763,125

(1)
Amounts exclude net deferred financing costs.
(2)
At December 31, 2017, debt and preferred equity investments had an estimated fair value ranging between $2.1 billion and $2.3 billion. At December 31, 2016, debt and preferred equity investments had an estimated fair value ranging between $1.6 billion and $1.8 billion.
Disclosure about fair value of financial instruments was based on pertinent information available to us as of December 31, 2017 and 2016. Although we are not aware of any factors that would significantly affect the reasonable fair value amounts, such amounts have not been comprehensively revalued for purposes of these financial statements since that date and current estimates of fair value may differ significantly from the amounts presented herein.
12. Financial Instruments: Derivatives and Hedging
In the normal course of business, we use a variety of commonly used derivative instruments, such as interest rate swaps, caps, collar and floors, to manage, or hedge interest rate risk. We hedge our exposure to variability in future cash flows for forecasted transactions in addition to anticipated future interest payments on existing debt. We recognize all derivatives on the balance sheets at fair value. Derivatives that are not hedges are adjusted to fair value through earnings. If a derivative is a hedge, depending on the nature of the hedge, changes in the fair value of the derivative will either be offset against the change in fair value of the hedge asset, liability, or firm commitment through earnings, or recognized in other comprehensive income until the hedged item is recognized in earnings. The ineffective portion of a derivative's change in fair value will be immediately recognized in earnings. Reported net income and equity may increase or decrease prospectively, depending on future levels of interest rates and other variables affecting the fair values of derivative instruments and hedged items, but will have no effect on cash flows. Currently, all of our designated derivative instruments are effective hedging instruments.
The following table summarizes the notional value at inception and fair value of our consolidated derivative financial instruments at December 31, 2017 based on Level 2 information. The notional value is an indication of the extent of our involvement in these instruments at that time, but does not represent exposure to credit, interest rate or market risks (amounts in thousands).
 
Notional
Value
 
Strike
Rate
 
Effective
Date
 
Expiration
Date
 
Balance Sheet Location
 
Fair
Value
Interest Rate Swap
$
21,394

 
12.000
%
 
January 2017
 
January 2019
 
Other Assets
 
$
167

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
167

During the year ended December 31, 2017, we recorded a $0.2 million gain on the changes in the fair value, which is included in investment income in the consolidated statements of operations. We did not record any changes in the fair value for the years ended December 31, 2016, and 2015.
The Company has agreements with each of its derivative counterparties that contain a provision where if the Company either defaults or is capable of being declared in default on any of its indebtedness, then the Company could also be declared in default on its derivative obligations. As of December 31, 2017, the fair value of derivatives in a net liability position including accrued interest but excluding any adjustment for nonperformance risk related to these agreements was zero. As of December 31, 2017, the Company has not posted any collateral related to these agreements and was not in breach of any agreement provisions. If the Company had breached any of these provisions, it could have been required to settle its obligations under the agreements at their aggregate termination value of zero at December 31, 2017.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

Gains and losses on terminated hedges are included in accumulated other comprehensive income, and are recognized into earnings over the term of the related senior unsecured notes. As of December 31, 2017 and 2016, the deferred net losses from these terminated hedges, which are included in accumulated other comprehensive income relating to net unrealized loss on derivative instruments, was approximately $1.3 million and $1.6 million, respectively.
Over time, the realized and unrealized gains and losses held in accumulated other comprehensive income will be reclassified into earnings as an adjustment to interest expense in the same periods in which the hedged interest payments affect earnings. We estimate that $0.4 million of the current balance held in accumulated other comprehensive income will be reclassified into interest expense within the next 12 months.
The following table presents the effect of our derivative financial instruments that are designated and qualify as hedging instruments on the consolidated statements of operations for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, and 2015, respectively (in thousands):
 
 
Amount of Loss
Recognized in
Other Comprehensive
Loss
(Effective Portion)
 
Location of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss into Income
 
Amount of Loss
Reclassified from
Accumulated Other
Comprehensive Loss into Income
(Effective Portion)
 
Location of Gain Recognized in Income on Derivative
 
Amount of Gain
Recognized into Income
(Ineffective Portion)
 
 
Year Ended December 31,
 
 
Year Ended December 31,
 
 
Year Ended December 31,
Derivative
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
 
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
 
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
Interest Rate Swap
 
$

 
$
(13
)
 
$
(109
)
 
Interest expense
 
$
359

 
$
611

 
$
999

 
Interest expense
 
$

 
$
3

 
$
3

13. Rental Income
We are the lessor and the sublessor to tenants under operating leases with expiration dates ranging from January 1, 2018 to 2052. The minimum rental amounts due under the leases are generally either subject to scheduled fixed increases or adjustments. The leases generally also require that the tenants reimburse us for increases in certain operating costs and real estate taxes above their base year costs. Approximate future minimum rents to be received over the next five years and thereafter for non-cancelable operating leases in effect at December 31, 2017 for the consolidated properties, including consolidated joint venture properties, are as follows (in thousands):
2018
 
$
606,408

2019
 
578,008

2020
 
515,413

2021
 
466,618

2022
 
397,288

Thereafter
 
1,873,772

 
 
$
4,437,507

14. Related Party Transactions
Cleaning/ Security/ Messenger and Restoration Services
Alliance Building Services, or Alliance, and its affiliates are partially owned by Gary Green, a son of Stephen L. Green, the chairman of SL Green's board of directors, and provide services to certain properties owned by us. Alliance’s affiliates include First Quality Maintenance, L.P., or First Quality, Classic Security LLC, Bright Star Couriers LLC and Onyx Restoration Works, and provide cleaning, extermination, security, messenger, and restoration services, respectively. In addition, First Quality has the non-exclusive opportunity to provide cleaning and related services to individual tenants at our properties on a basis separately negotiated with any tenant seeking such additional services. The Service Corporation has entered into an arrangement with Alliance whereby it will receive a profit participation above a certain threshold for services provided by Alliance to certain tenants at certain buildings above the base services specified in their lease agreements.
Income earned from profit participation, which is included in other income on the consolidated statements of operations, was $3.4 million, $3.3 million and $3.3 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 respectively.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

We also recorded expenses, inclusive of capitalized expenses, of $10.0 million, $8.1 million and $9.9 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 respectively, for these services (excluding services provided directly to tenants).
Allocated Expenses from SL Green
Property operating expenses include an allocation of salary and other operating costs from SL Green based on square footage of the related properties. Such amount was approximately $12.8 million, $11.5 million and $10.4 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively.
Insurance
We obtained insurance coverage through an insurance program administered by SL Green. In connection with this program, we incurred insurance expense of approximately $5.4 million, $5.9 million, and $6.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 respectively.
Related Party Payable to SL Green
On August 22, 2016, we issued a promissory note to our parent company in the amount of $23.8 million which bears interest at an annual rate of 6.0%, compounded quarterly, and matures on August 22, 2018.
15. Benefit Plans
The building employees are covered by multi-employer defined benefit pension plans and post-retirement health and welfare plans. We participate in the Building Service 32BJ, or Union, Pension Plan and Health Plan. The Pension Plan is a multi-employer, non-contributory defined benefit pension plan that was established under the terms of collective bargaining agreements between the Service Employees International Union, Local 32BJ, the Realty Advisory Board on Labor Relations, Inc. and certain other employees. This Pension Plan is administered by a joint board of trustees consisting of union trustees and employer trustees and operates under employer identification number 13-1879376. The Pension Plan year runs from July 1 to June 30. Employers contribute to the Pension Plan at a fixed rate on behalf of each covered employee. Separate actuarial information regarding such pension plans is not made available to the contributing employers by the union administrators or trustees, since the plans do not maintain separate records for each reporting unit. However, on September 28, 2015, and September 28, 2016, and September 28, 2017, the actuary certified that for the plan years beginning July 1, 2015, July 1, 2016, and July 1, 2017, the Pension Plan was in critical status under the Pension Protection Act of 2006. The Pension Plan trustees adopted a rehabilitation plan consistent with this requirement. No surcharges have been paid to the Pension Plan as of December 31, 2017. For the Pension Plan years ended June 30, 2017, 2016, and 2015, the plan received contributions from employers totaling $257.8 million, $249.5 million, and $221.9 million, respectively. Our contributions to the Pension Plan represent less than 5.0% of total contributions to the plan.
The Health Plan was established under the terms of collective bargaining agreements between the Union, the Realty Advisory Board on Labor Relations, Inc. and certain other employers. The Health Plan provides health and other benefits to eligible participants employed in the building service industry who are covered under collective bargaining agreements, or other written agreements, with the Union. The Health Plan is administered by a Board of Trustees with equal representation by the employers and the Union and operates under employer identification number 13-2928869. The Health Plan receives contributions in accordance with collective bargaining agreements or participation agreements. Generally, these agreements provide that the employers contribute to the Health Plan at a fixed rate on behalf of each covered employee. For the Health Plan years ended, June 30, 2017, 2016 and 2015, the plan received contributions from employers totaling $1.3 billion, $1.2 billion and $1.1 billion, respectively. Our contributions to the Health Plan represent less than 5.0% of total contributions to the plan.
Contributions we made to the multi-employer plans for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 are included in the table below (in thousands):
Benefit Plan
2017
 
2016
 
2015
Pension Plan
$
2,269

 
$
2,219

 
$
1,533

Health Plan
6,764

 
6,366

 
4,843

Other plans
865

 
902

 
3,300

Total plan contributions
$
9,898

 
$
9,487

 
$
9,676

16. Commitments and Contingencies
Legal Proceedings

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

As of December 31, 2017, we were not involved in any material litigation nor, to management's knowledge, was any material litigation threatened against us or our portfolio which if adversely determined could have a material adverse impact on us.
Environmental Matters
Our management believes that the properties are in compliance in all material respects with applicable Federal, state and local ordinances and regulations regarding environmental issues. Management is not aware of any environmental liability that it believes would have a materially adverse impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows. Management is unaware of any instances in which it would incur significant environmental cost if any of our properties were sold.
Ground Leases Arrangements
The property located at 711 Third Avenue operates under an operating sub-lease with an expiration date of 2033 and five options to renew for an additional 10 years each. The ground rent was reset in July 2011. Following the reset, we are responsible for ground rent payments of $5.25 million annually through July 2016 and then $5.5 million annually thereafter on the 50% portion of the fee that we do not own.
The property located at 461 Fifth Avenue operates under a ground lease ($2.1 million of ground rent annually) with an expiration date of 2027 and two options to renew for an additional 21 years each, followed by a third option for 15 years. We also have an option to purchase the fee position for a fixed price on a specific date.
The property located at 625 Madison Avenue operates under a ground lease ($4.6 million of ground rent annually) with an expiration date of 2022 and two options to renew for an additional 23 years.
The property located at 1185 Avenue of the Americas operates under a ground lease ($6.9 million of ground rent annually) with an expiration date of 2043 and an option to renew for an additional 23 years.
The property located at 919 Third Avenue operates under a ground lease ($0.9 million of ground rent annually) with an expiration date of 2066. The fee interest in the land at 919 Third Avenue is owned by SL Green.
The property located at 1055 Washington Boulevard operates under a ground lease ($0.6 million of ground rent annually) with an expiration date of 2090.
The following is a schedule of future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases with initial terms in excess of one year as of December 31, 2017 (in thousands):
 
 
Non-cancellable
operating leases
2018
 
$
20,586

2019
 
20,586

2020
 
20,586

2021
 
20,736

2022
 
18,580

Thereafter
 
289,622

Total minimum lease payments
 
$
390,696


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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

17. Quarterly Financial Data of the Company (unaudited)
Summarized quarterly financial data for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, was as follows (in thousands):
2017 Quarter Ended
December 31
 
September 30
 
June 30
 
March 31
Total revenues
$
241,463

 
$
241,908

 
$
251,812

 
$
232,355

Income before equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures, equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture, gain (loss) on sale of real estate, depreciable real estate reserves and loss on early extinguishment of debt
$
76,973

 
$
61,766

 
$
83,947

 
$
63,149

Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
3,830

 
2,927

 
3,180

 
4,255

Equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture
387

 
282

 

 
3

Gain on sale of real estate
64,779

 
114

 
4,933

 

Depreciable real estate reserves
(86,364
)
 
(379
)
 
(29,063
)
 
(56,265
)
Net income
59,605

 
64,710

 
62,997

 
11,142

Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests in other partnerships
(2,147
)
 
1,467

 
18,134

 
(14
)
Preferred units dividend
(956
)
 
(955
)
 
(955
)
 
(953
)
Net income attributable to ROP common unitholder
$
56,502

 
$
65,222

 
$
80,176

 
$
10,175

2016 Quarter Ended
December 31
 
September 30
 
June 30
 
March 31
Total revenues
$
232,658

 
$
271,336

 
$
231,758

 
$
239,664

Income from continuing operations before equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures, and loss on sale of real estate
$
66,056

 
$
98,647

 
$
71,254

 
$
69,743

Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
4,110

 
4,276

 
3,666

 
2,457

Loss on sale of real estate, net
(10
)
 

 
(6,899
)
 

Net income
70,156

 
102,923

 
68,021

 
72,200

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in other partnerships
(1,071
)
 
(1,279
)
 
(2,062
)
 
(12
)
Preferred units dividend
(956
)
 
(955
)
 
(955
)
 
(955
)
Net income attributable to ROP common unitholder
$
68,129

 
$
100,689

 
$
65,004

 
$
71,233


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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

18. Segment Information
We are engaged in acquiring, owning, managing and leasing commercial properties in the New York metropolitan area and have two reportable segments, real estate and debt and preferred equity investments. We evaluate real estate performance and allocate resources based on earnings contribution to income from continuing operations.
The primary sources of revenue are generated from tenant rents and escalations and reimbursement revenue. Real estate property operating expenses consist primarily of security, maintenance, utility costs, real estate taxes and ground rent expense (at certain applicable properties). See Note 5, "Debt and Preferred Equity Investments," for additional details on our debt and preferred equity investments.
Selected results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 and selected asset information as of December 31, 2017 and 2016, regarding our operating segments are as follows (in thousands):
 
 
Real Estate
Segment
 
Debt and Preferred
Equity
Segment
 
Total
Company
Total revenues:
 
 
 
 
 
 
Years ended:
 
 
 
 
 
 
December 31, 2017
 
$
773,561

 
$
193,977

 
$
967,538

December 31, 2016
 
761,314

 
214,102

 
975,416

December 31, 2015
 
742,585

 
182,648

 
925,233

Income before equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture, gain (loss) on sale of real estate, depreciable real estate reserves and loss on early extinguishment of debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
Years ended:
 
 
 
 
 
 
December 31, 2017
 
$
129,558

 
$
170,469

 
$
300,027

December 31, 2016
 
115,213

 
204,996

 
320,209

December 31, 2015
 
108,937

 
163,684

 
272,621

Total assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
As of:
 
 
 
 
 
 
December 31, 2017
 
$
6,182,300

 
$
2,359,208

 
$
8,541,508

December 31, 2016
 
6,786,479

 
1,968,134

 
8,754,613

Income from continuing operations represents total revenues less total expenses for the real estate segment and total investment income less allocated interest expense for the debt and preferred equity segment. Interest costs for the debt and preferred equity segment includes actual costs incurred for investments collateralizing the MRAs. Interest is imputed on the remaining investments using our corporate borrowing cost. We also allocate loan loss reserves, net of recoveries, and transaction related costs to the debt and preferred equity segment. We do not allocate marketing, general and administrative expenses to the debt and preferred equity segment since the use of personnel and resources is dependent on transaction volume between the two segments and varies period over period. In addition, we base performance on the individual segments excluding marketing, general and administrative expenses. All other expenses, except interest, relate entirely to the real estate assets. There were no transactions between the above two segments.

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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (cont.)
December 31, 2017

The table below reconciles income from continuing operations to net income for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 (in thousands):
 
 
Year ended December 31,
 
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income before equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture/real estate, gain (loss) on sale of real estate, depreciable real estate reserves, and loss on early extinguishment of debt.
 
$
300,027

 
$
320,209

 
$
272,621

Equity in net gain on sale of interest in unconsolidated joint venture/real estate
 
672

 

 

Gain (loss) on sale of real estate, net
 
69,826

 
(6,909
)
 
100,190

Depreciable real estate reserves
 
(172,071
)
 

 
(9,998
)
Loss on early extinguishment of debt
 

 

 
(49
)
Net income
 
$
198,454

 
$
313,300

 
$
362,764


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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Schedule II—Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
December 31, 2017
(in thousands)

Column A
 
Column B
 
Column C
 
Column D
 
Column E
Description
 
Balance at
Beginning of
Year
 
Additions
Charged Against
Operations/Recovery
 
Uncollectible
Accounts
Written-off (1)
 
Balance at
End of Year
Year Ended December 31, 2017
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Tenant and other receivables—allowance
 
$
4,879

 
$
3,657

 
$
(1,299
)
 
$
7,237

Deferred rent receivable—allowance
 
17,798

 
2,084

 
(8,693
)
 
11,189

Year Ended December 31, 2016
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Tenant and other receivables—allowance
 
$
5,593

 
$
3,604

 
$
(4,318
)
 
$
4,879

Deferred rent receivable—allowance
 
14,788

 
3,955

 
(945
)
 
17,798

Year Ended December 31, 2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Tenant and other receivables—allowance
 
$
5,820

 
$
4,363

 
$
(4,590
)
 
$
5,593

Deferred rent receivable—allowance
 
17,745

 
1,775

 
(4,732
)
 
14,788

(1) Includes the effect of properties that were sold and/or deconsolidated within the period.


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Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.
Schedule III—Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation
December 31, 2017
(in thousands)
Column A
Column B
 
Column C
Initial Cost
 
Column D
Cost Capitalized
Subsequent
To Acquisition
 
Column E
Gross Amount at Which Carried at
Close of Period
 
Column F
 
Column G
 
Column H
 
Column I
Description
Encumbrances
 
Land
 
Building &
Improvements
 
Land
 
Building &
Improvements
 
Land
 
Building &
Improvements
 
Total
 
Accumulated
Depreciation
 
Date of
Construction
 
Date
Acquired
 
Life 
on Which
Depreciation 
is Computed
810 Seventh Avenue(1)
$

 
$
114,077

 
$
476,386

 
$

 
$
71,735

 
$
114,077

 
$
548,121

 
$
662,198

 
$
162,606

 
1970
 
1/2007
 
Various
461 Fifth Avenue(1)

 

 
62,695

 

 
16,185

 

 
78,880

 
78,880

 
28,378

 
1988
 
10/2003
 
Various
750 Third Avenue(1)

 
51,093

 
205,972

 

 
42,543

 
51,093

 
248,515

 
299,608

 
93,469

 
1958
 
7/2004
 
Various
919 Third Avenue(1)(2)
500,000

 
223,529

 
1,033,198

 

 
65,089

 
223,529

 
1,098,287

 
1,321,816

 
303,424

 
1970
 
1/2007
 
Various
555 W. 57th 
Street(1)

 
18,846

 
78,704

 

 
61,424

 
18,846

 
140,128

 
158,974

 
64,281

 
1971
 
1/1999
 
Various
1185 Avenue of the Americas(1)

 

 
728,213

 

 
47,793

 

 
776,006

 
776,006

 
242,681

 
1969
 
1/2007
 
Various
1350 Avenue of the Americas(1)

 
91,038

 
380,744

 
(97
)
 
41,911

 
90,941

 
422,655

 
513,596

 
124,638

 
1966
 
1/2007
 
Various
100 Summit Lake Drive(3)

 
10,526

 
43,109

 

 
11,215

 
10,526

 
54,324

 
64,850

 
16,963

 
1988
 
1/2007
 
Various
200 Summit Lake Drive(3)

 
11,183

 
47,906

 

 
11,177

 
11,183

 
59,083

 
70,266

 
18,818

 
1990
 
1/2007
 
Various
500 Summit Lake Drive(3)

 
9,777

 
39,048

 

 
6,358

 
9,777

 
45,406

 
55,183

 
13,074

 
1986
 
1/2007
 
Various
360 Hamilton Avenue(3)

 
29,497

 
118,250

 

 
15,392

 
29,497

 
133,642

 
163,139

 
39,811

 
2000
 
1/2007
 
Various
1010 Washington Boulevard(4)

 
7,747

 
30,423

 

 
7,378

 
7,747

 
37,801

 
45,548

 
11,044

 
1988
 
1/2007
 
Various
1055 Washington Boulevard(4)

 
13,516

 
53,228

 

 
8,390

 
13,516

 
61,618

 
75,134

 
18,075

 
1987
 
6/2007
 
Various
400 Summit Lake Drive(3)

 
38,889

 
1

 
285

 
3

 
39,174

 
4

 
39,178

 

 
-
 
1/2007
 
N/A
609 Fifth Avenue(1)

 
36,677

 
145,954

 

 
10,435

 
36,677

 
156,389

 
193,066

 
46,059

 
1925
 
6/2006
 
Various
110 East 42nd Street(1)

 
34,000

 
46,411

 
(138
)
 
23,984

 
33,862

 
70,395

 
104,257

 
17,244

 
1921
 
5/2011
 
Various
304 Park Avenue(1)

 
54,189

 
75,619

 
300

 
14,550

 
54,489

 
90,169

 
144,658

 
16,445

 
1930
 
6/2012
 
Various
635 Sixth Avenue(1)

 
24,180

 
37,158

 
163

 
51,805

 
24,343

 
88,963

 
113,306

 
7,854

 
1902
 
9/2012
 
Various
641 Sixth Avenue(1)

 
45,668

 
67,316

 
308

 
6,029

 
45,976

 
73,345

 
119,321

 
12,097

 
1902
 
9/2012
 
Various
315 West 33rd Street(1)
250,000

 
195,834

 
164,429

 

 
11,583

 
195,834

 
176,012

 
371,846

 
19,966

 
2000-2001
 
11/2013
 
Various
Williamsburg(6)(7)

 
3,677

 
14,708

 
2,523

 
(4,550
)
 
6,200

 
10,158

 
16,358

 
1,865

 
2010
 
12/2010
 
Various
115 Spring Street(1)

 
11,078

 
44,799

 

 
1,759

 
11,078

 
46,558

 
57,636

 
4,083

 
1900
 
7/2014
 
Various
635 Madison Avenue(1)

 
205,632

 
15,805

 

 

 
205,632

 
15,805

 
221,437

 
1,306

 
-
 
9/2014
 
N/A
125 Park Avenue(1)

 
120,900

 
189,714

 

 
74,660

 
120,900

 
264,374

 
385,274

 
65,529

 
1923
 
10/2010
 
Various
625 Madison Ave(1)

 

 
246,673

 

 
43,175

 

 
289,848

 
289,848

 
107,791

 
1956
 
10/2004
 
Various
711 Third Avenue(1)(6)(8)

 
19,844

 
42,499

 

 
66,553

 
19,844

 
109,052

 
128,896

 
39,396

 
1955
 
5/1998
 
Various
752 Madison Avenue(1)(6)(9)

 
282,415

 

 
1,871

 

 
284,286

 

 
284,286

 
12

 
1996/2012
 
1/2012
 
N/A
110 Greene Street(1)(10)

 
45,120

 
215,470

 

 
9,611

 
45,120

 
225,081

 
270,201

 
15,693

 
1910
 
7/2015
 
Various
Other(11)

 
1,130

 

 
(1,135
)
 
4,694

 
(5
)
 
4,694

 
4,689

 
1

 
 
 
 
 
Various
 
$
750,000

 
$
1,700,062

 
$
4,604,432

 
$
4,080

 
$
720,881

 
$
1,704,142

 
$
5,325,313

 
$
7,029,455

 
$
1,492,603

 
 
 
 
 
 
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(1)
Property located in New York, New York.
(2)
We own a 51% interest in this property.
(3)
Property located in Westchester County, New York.
(4)
Property located in Connecticut.
(5)
Property that was transferred in 2015.
(6)
Property located in Brooklyn, New York.
(7)
We own a 50% interest in this property.
(8)
We own a tenancy in common interest in the property.
(9)
We own a 90% interest in this property.
(10)
Other includes tenant improvements, capitalized interest and corporate improvements.
The changes in real estate for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 are as follows (in thousands):
 
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
Balance at beginning of year
 
$
7,508,870

 
$
7,428,243

 
$
7,203,216

Acquisitions
 

 

 
329,996

Improvements
 
121,959

 
123,173

 
93,439

Retirements/disposals
 
(601,374
)
 
(42,546
)
 
(198,408
)
Balance at end of year
 
$
7,029,455

 
$
7,508,870

 
$
7,428,243

The aggregate cost of land, buildings and improvements, before depreciation, for Federal income tax purposes at December 31, 2017 was approximately $4.6 billion (unaudited).
The changes in accumulated depreciation, exclusive of amounts relating to equipment, autos, and furniture and fixtures, for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, are as follows (in thousands):
 
 
2017
 
2016
 
2015
Balance at beginning of year
 
$
1,437,222

 
$
1,267,598

 
$
1,123,412

Depreciation for year
 
178,801

 
183,873

 
175,039

Retirements/disposals
 
(123,420
)
 
(14,249
)
 
(30,853
)
Balance at end of year
 
$
1,492,603

 
$
1,437,222

 
$
1,267,598


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ITEM 9.    CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
None.
ITEM 9A.    CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
We maintain disclosure controls and procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in our Exchange Act reports is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC's rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including the principal executive officer and principal financial officer of our general partner, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure based closely on the definition of "disclosure controls and procedures" in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Exchange Act. Notwithstanding the foregoing, a control system, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that it will detect or uncover failures within the Company to disclose material information otherwise required to be set forth in our periodic reports.
As of the end of the period covered by this report, we carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the President and Treasurer of our general partner, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures. Based upon that evaluation as of the end of the period covered by this report, the President and Treasurer of our general partner concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective to give reasonable assurances to the timely collection, evaluation and disclosure of information relating to the Company that would potentially be subject to disclosure under the Exchange Act and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder.
Management's Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
We are responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f). Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the President and Treasurer of our general partner, we conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2017 based on the framework in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 Framework) (COSO). Based on that evaluation, we concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was effective as of December 31, 2017.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree or compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
This annual report does not include an attestation report of our registered public accounting firm regarding internal control over financial reporting. Management's report was not subject to attestation by our registered public accounting firm pursuant to rules of the SEC that permits us to provide only management's report in this annual report.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There have been no significant changes in our internal control over financial reporting during the year ended December 31, 2017 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
ITEM 9B.    OTHER INFORMATION
None.

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PART III
ITEMS 10, 11, 12 AND 13.
As discussed in this report, SL Green acquired us on January 25, 2007. WAGP is the sole general partner of ROP and WAGP is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Operating Partnership. The directors and officers of WAGP also serve as officers of SL Green. Please read SL Green's Definitive Proxy Statement for its 2018 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A under the Exchange Act, on or prior to April 30, 2018, for the information required by Items 10, 11, 12 and 13 with respect to SL Green and which is incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 14.    PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES
Ernst & Young LLP has served as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm since 1997 and is considered by the Company's management to be well qualified. We have been advised by that firm that neither it nor any member thereof has any financial interest, direct or indirect, in the Company or any of its subsidiaries in any capacity.
Ernst & Young LLP's fees for providing services to the Company in 2017 and 2016 were as follows:
Audit Fees.    The aggregate fees billed by Ernst & Young LLP for professional services rendered for the audit of our annual financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016 and for the reviews of the financial statements included in our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016 were approximately $490,000 and $470,000 respectively.
Audit Related Fees.    The audit related fees paid to Ernst & Young LLP for professional services rendered for assurance and related services that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit or review of our financial statements, other than the services described under "Audit Fees," including due diligence and accounting assistance relating to transactions, joint ventures and other matters, were $232,000 and $178,000 for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively.
Tax Fees.    There were no tax fees billed by Ernst & Young LLP for professional services rendered for tax compliance (including REIT tax compliance), tax advice and tax planning for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively.
All Other Fees.    There were no other fees billed by Ernst & Young LLP for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016.
WAGP is not required to have an audit committee and WAGP in fact does not have an audit committee. Management has the primary responsibility for the preparation, presentation and integrity of our financial statements, accounting and financial reporting principles, internal controls and procedures designed to ensure compliance with accounting standards, applicable laws and regulations.
Management has reviewed and discussed the audited financial statements with Ernst & Young LLP, our independent registered public accounting firm, who is responsible for auditing our financial statements and for expressing an opinion on the conformity of those audited financial statements with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, their judgments as to the quality, not just the acceptability, of our accounting principles and such other matters as are required to be discussed under Statement on Auditing Standards No. 61, as adopted by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board in Rule 3200T. Management received from Ernst & Young LLP the written disclosures and the letter required by the applicable requirements of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board regarding communications concerning independence, discussed with Ernst & Young LLP their independence from both management and the Company and considered the compatibility of Ernst & Young LLP's provision of non-audit services to the Company with their independence.
Management recommended to the board of directors of our sole general partner (and such board of directors has approved) that the audited financial statements be included in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 for filing with the SEC.


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PART IV
ITEM 15. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SCHEDULES
(a)(1) Consolidated Financial Statements
 
 
 
RECKSON OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(a)(2)    Financial Statement Schedules
 
 
 
 
Schedules other than those listed are omitted as they are not applicable or the required or equivalent information has been included in the financial statements or notes thereto.
(a)(3)    In reviewing the agreements included as exhibits to this Annual Report on Form 10-K, please remember they are included to provide you with information regarding their terms and are not intended to provide any other factual or disclosure information about us or the other parties to the agreements. The agreements contain representations and warranties by each of the parties to the applicable agreement. These representations and warranties have been made solely for the benefit of the other parties to the applicable agreement and:
should not in all instances be treated as categorical statements of fact, but rather as a way of allocating the risk to one of the parties if those statements prove to be inaccurate;
have been qualified by disclosures that were made to the other party in connection with the negotiation of the applicable agreement, which disclosures are not necessarily reflected in the agreement;
may apply standards of materiality in a way that is different from what may be viewed as material to you or other investors; and
were made only as of the date of the applicable agreement or such other date or dates as may be specified in the agreement and are subject to more recent developments.
Accordingly, these representations and warranties may not describe the actual state of affairs as of the date they were made or at any other time. Additional information about us may be found elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K and our other public filings, which are available without charge through the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov.


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INDEX TO EXHIBITS
(a)
Exhibits:

 
Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP, dated December 6, 1995, incorporated by reference to SL Green's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017, filed with the SEC on February 23, 2018.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing Series A Preferred Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Form 8-K, dated March 1, 1999, filed with the SEC on March 1, 1999.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing Series B Preferred Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Form 8-K, dated March 1, 1999, filed with the SEC on March 1, 1999.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing Series C Preferred Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Form 8-K, dated March 1, 1999, filed with the SEC on March 1, 1999.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing Series D Preferred Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Form 8-K, dated March 1, 1999, filed with the SEC on March 1, 1999.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing Series B Common Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1999, filed with the SEC on March 17, 2000.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing Series E Preferred Partnership Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1999, filed with the SEC on March 17, 2000.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing Series F Junior Participating Preferred Partnership Units, incorporated by reference to RARC's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2000, filed with the SEC on March 22, 2001.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing Class C Common Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2003, filed with the SEC on August 13, 2003.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing LTIP Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Form 8-K, dated December 29, 2004, filed with the SEC on December 29, 2004.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing 2005 LTIP Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2005, filed with the SEC on March 10, 2006.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP Establishing 2006 LTIP Units of Limited Partnership Interest, incorporated by reference to RARC's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2006, filed with the SEC on May 9, 2006.

 
Supplement to the Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of ROP relating to the succession as a general partner of WAGP, incorporated by reference to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007, filed with the SEC on March 31, 2008.

 
Indenture, dated as of March 16, 2010, among ROP, as Issuer, SL Green and the Operating Partnership, as Co-Obligors, and The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated March 16, 2010, filed with the SEC on March 17, 2010.

 
Form of 7.75% Senior Note due 2020 of ROP, SL Green and the Operating Partnership, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated March 16, 2010, filed with the SEC on March 17, 2010.

 
Indenture, dated as of October 12, 2010, by and among the Operating Partnership, as Issuer, ROP, as Guarantor, SL Green and The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated October 14, 2010, filed with the SEC on October 14, 2010.

 
Indenture, dated as of August 5, 2011, among SL Green, the Operating Partnership and ROP, as Co-Obligors, and The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated August 5, 2011, filed with the SEC on August 5, 2011.

 
First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of August 5, 2011, among SL Green, the Operating Partnership and ROP, as Co-Obligors, and The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated August 5, 2001, filed with the SEC on August 5, 2011.

 
Form of 5.00% Senior Note due 2018 of SL Green, the Operating Partnership and ROP, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated August 5, 2011, filed with the SEC on August 5, 2011.

 
Second Supplemental Indenture, dated as of November 15, 2012, among SL Green, the Operating Partnership and ROP, as Co-Obligors, and The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated November 15, 2012, filed with the SEC on November 15, 2012.

 
Form of 4.50% Senior Note due 2022 of SL Green, the Operating Partnership and ROP, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated November 15, 2012, filed with the SEC on November 15, 2012.

 
Indenture, dated as of October 5, 2017, among SL Green, the Operating Partnership and ROP and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, as representatives of the several underwriters, incorporated by reference to the Company’s Form 8-K, dated October 5, 2017, filed with the SEC on October 5, 2017.

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First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of October 5, 2017, among the Operating Partnership, as Issuer, SL Green and ROP, as Guarantors, and the Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee, incorporated by reference to the Company’s Form 8-K, dated October 5, 2017, filed with the SEC on October 5, 2017.

 
Form of 3.250% Senior Note due 2022 of the Operating Partnership, incorporated by reference to the Company’s Form 8-K, dated October 5, 2017, filed with the SEC on October 5, 2017.

 
Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of October 12, 2010, by and among the Operating Partnership, ROP, SL Green and Citigroup Global Markets Inc., incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated October 14, 2010, filed with the SEC on October 14, 2010.

 
Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of November 21, 2017, by and among SL Green Realty Corp. and SL Green Operating Partnership, L.P., as Borrowers, each of the Lenders party thereto, Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Administrative Agent, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. and U.S. Bank National Association, as joint lead arrangers and joint bookrunners for the Revolving Credit Facility and Term Loan A Facility, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated and BMO Capital Markets Corp., as joint lead arrangers for the Revolving Credit Facility and Term Loan A Facility, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as syndication agent for the Revolving Credit Facility and Term Loan A Facility, Deutsche Bank Securities, Inc., U.S. Bank National Association, Bank of America, N.A., and Bank of Montreal, as documentation agents for the Revolving Credit Facility and Term Loan A Facility, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC and U.S. Bank National Association, as joint lead arrangers and joint bookrunners for the Term Loan B Facility, U.S. Bank National Association, as syndication agent for the Term Loan B Facility, and the other lenders and agents a party thereto, incorporated by reference to the Company's Form 8-K, dated November 27, 2017, filed with the SEC on November 27, 2017.

 
Ratio of Earnings to Combined Fixed Charges, filed herewith.

 
Statement of Subsidiaries, filed herewith.

 
Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm, filed herewith.

 
Certification of Marc Holliday President of Wyoming Acquisition GP LLC, the sole general partner of Registrant, pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or Rule 15(d)-14(a), filed herewith.

 
Certification of Matthew J. DiLiberto, Treasurer of Wyoming Acquisition GP LLC, the sole general partner of Registrant, pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or Rule 15(d)-14(a), filed herewith.

 
Certification of Marc Holliday, President of Wyoming Acquisition GP LLC, the sole general partner of Registrant, pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 63 of Title 18 of the United States Code, filed herewith.

 
Certification of Matthew J. DiLiberto, Treasurer of Wyoming Acquisition GP LLC, the sole general partner of Registrant, pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 63 of Title 18 of the United States Code, filed herewith.
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The following financial statements from Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016, formatted in XBRL: (i) Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2017 and 2016, (ii) Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, (iii) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, (iv) Consolidated Statements of Capital for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, (v) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, and (vi) Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements, detail tagged and filed herewith.


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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized on March 23, 2018.
 
 
RECKSON OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P.
 
 
 
 
 
BY: WYOMING ACQUISITION GP LLC
 
 
By:
 
/s/ Matthew J. DiLiberto
 
 
 
 
Matthew J. DiLiberto
 Treasurer
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities indicated on March 23, 2018.
Signature
 
Title
 
 
 
/s/ Marc Holliday
 
President of WAGP, the sole general partner of the Registrant
(Principal Executive Officer)
Marc Holliday
 
 
 
 
/s/ Matthew J. DiLiberto
 
Treasurer of WAGP, the sole general partner of the Registrant
(Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer)
Matthew J. DiLiberto
 
 
 
 
/s/ Andrew S. Levine
 
Director of WAGP, the sole general partner of the Registrant
Andrew S. Levine
 


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