FFCA is a premier specialty finance company dedicated primarily to
providing financing to the chain restaurant industry as well as the
convenience store and automotive service and parts markets. FFCA's
mission is to be a one-stop finance source for mult-unit chain store
operators and franchisors who own or operate the retail properties in
which FFCA invests. Mortgage loans, leasing alternatives, equipment
loans, and construction and acquisition financing are among some of
the custom financing solutions FFCA provides its customers. As of
September 30, 1997, FFCA and its affiliates had investments in 2,215
properties in 47 states (including interests in securitized loans).
Restaurant chains represented in the company's portfolio include
Applebee's, Arby's, Burger King, Hardee's, Jack in the Box, KFC,
Taco Bell and Wendy's.