EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) today announced that its Board of Trustees has
declared its monthly cash dividend to common shareholders. The dividend
of $0.3025 per common share is payable February 17, 2015 to shareholders
of record on January 30, 2015. This dividend represents an annualized
dividend of $3.63 per common share, an increase of 6.1% over prior year
and the Company’s sixth consecutive year with an annual dividend
increase.
David Brain, President and CEO, commented, “We are pleased to announce
the Company’s sixth consecutive significant annual dividend increase.
Today’s announcement reflects the strength and sustainability of our
portfolio, while also affirming our positive growth outlook.”
About EPR Properties
EPR Properties is a specialty real estate investment trust (REIT) that
invests in properties in select market segments which require unique
industry knowledge, while offering the potential for stable and
attractive returns. Our total investments exceed $3.9 billion and our
primary investment segments are Entertainment, Recreation and Education.
We adhere to rigorous underwriting and investing criteria centered on
key industry and property level cash flow standards. We believe our
focused niche approach provides a competitive advantage, and the
potential for higher growth and better yields. Further information is
available at www.eprkc.com.
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