Invesque Doubles Size of Portfolio After Closing Acquisition of Care Investment Trust

TORONTO, Feb. 1, 2018 /CNW/ - Invesque Inc. (TSX: HLP.U) (the "Company") announced today the completion of the previously announced acquisition of Care Investment Trust, LLC ("Care") from Tiptree Inc. (NASDAQ:TIPT) ("Tiptree").

The completion of the transformative acquisition improves diversification, increases exposure to the private pay sector, and enhances the scale of the portfolio and investment platform. Invesque has grown its portfolio to 84 properties with over 8,800 beds across 19 states and one Canadian province.

The aggregate purchase price for the acquisition was US$425 Million, subject to adjustments, which included the assumption of approximately US$260.7 Million of property-level indebtedness, and the issuance of 16,647,236 common shares at a fixed issuance price of US$9.75 per common share to Tiptree.

"This is a milestone transaction for Invesque and Tiptree," said Scott White, Chief Executive Officer of Invesque. "Our combined platform helps establish us as a leading health care real estate company and positions us for the next phase of growth."

Michael Barnes, Tiptree Executive Chairman stated, "We've executed a fantastic deal for the shareholders of both companies. We are excited to forge a new partnership with the Invesque team and continue to create value."

ABOUT INVESQUE:

Invesque Inc. is a North American health care real estate company with a growing portfolio of high quality properties located in the United States and Canada and operated by best-in-class senior living and care operators primarily under long-term leases and joint ventures. Invesque's mission is to create long-term shareholder value while providing an investment opportunity that matters. For more information, visit www.invesque.com.

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SOURCE Invesque Inc.

Scott White, Chief Executive Officer, [email protected], [phone]; Investor Relations, [phone], [email protected]