Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. current report, 10 February 2015

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 8-K was filed by Realty Finance Trust, Inc. (formerly ARC Realty Finance Trust, Inc.) on February 17, 2015, reporting events occurring on February 10, 2015. The filing documents a corporate name change approved by the Board of Directors under Maryland General Corporation Law without a stockholder vote.

Financial Metrics

The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is a current report regarding a corporate governance event and does not contain financial statements or performance data.

Material Changes

  • Corporate Name: Effective February 10, 2015, the registrant changed its name from ARC Realty Finance Trust, Inc. to Realty Finance Trust, Inc.
  • Charter Amendment: The name change was effected via an amendment to the Company's charter.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

The filing text does not provide a clear value for guidance, outlook, management commentary on operations, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The document is limited to the procedural details of the name change.

Key Facts for Investor Verification

  • Verify the effective date of the name change (February 10, 2015).
  • Confirm the new legal name: Realty Finance Trust, Inc.
  • Note that the change was approved by the Board of Directors without a stockholder vote.
  • Review Exhibit 3.1 for the full text of the Articles of Amendment.