Office Properties Income Trust Investment Losses
Office Properties Income Trust (OPI), a publicly traded REIT, recently disclosed “substantial doubt” about its ability to continue as a going concern, according to its latest SEC filings.
The company is reportedly facing severe liquidity issues, with $420 million in debt maturing this year and limited access to capital—its credit facility is fully drawn, and it reported only $94 million in cash on hand. In response, Office Properties Income Trust is reportedly selling off office properties, having closed $156 million in asset sales in Q1 2024 and pending an additional $260 million.
The company’s troubles reflect broader challenges in the commercial office sector, where demand has declined sharply post-pandemic. The company’s stock has fallen dramatically, and its external manager, The RMR Group, has reportedly drawn scrutiny for potential conflicts of interest. These developments may raise concerns for investors, particularly those who relied on OPI’s prior financial health and dividend history.
Office REITs are Failing
Office REITs are failing in the wake of structural changes to the workplace. Hybrid and remote work models have led to higher vacancy rates, reduced lease renewals, and declining property values—especially in non-core or suburban markets. These pressures have been magnified by rising interest rates, which make it more expensive to refinance debt and reduce investor appetite for illiquid real estate assets.
Broker Due Diligence and Unsuitable Recommendations
Financial advisors who recommend investments in complex or high-risk securities like non-traded or thinly traded REITs have a legal obligation to conduct due diligence. That includes reviewing the REIT’s financials, management practices, and market risks. They must also ensure any recommendation is suitable for the investor’s age, risk tolerance, investment objectives, and financial situation.
If a broker or financial advisor recommended Office Properties Income Trust without properly disclosing the risks—or if the REIT was over-concentrated in an investor’s portfolio—there may be grounds for filing a FINRA arbitration claim.
Office Properties Income Trust: Recovering Losses Through FINRA Arbitration
Many investors do not realize that they may be eligible to recover losses from unsuitable REIT investments through a process called FINRA arbitration. This is a specialized forum where claims against brokerage firms and financial advisors can be heard and resolved, often faster and less expensively than traditional litigation.
If you or someone you know suffered significant losses in Office Properties Income Trust, or another failing office REIT, contact our office to review your options. We can assess whether a broker or firm failed in their duty of care—and whether you may have a valid claim for recovery.
Please contact The White Law Group for a free consultation at 888-637-5510.
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Last modified: May 1, 2025
