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Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc.
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SEC Filings
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August 1, 2025 EX-99.4

UNAUDITED PRO FORMA FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Exhibit 99.4 UNAUDITED PRO FORMA FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Introduction The following unaudited pro forma combined balance sheet as of June 30, 2025 and the unaudited pro forma combined statement of income for the six months ended June 30, 2025 and the year ended December 31, 2024, are based on the historical financial statements of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (“FBRT”) and NewPoint Holdings JV LLC

August 1, 2025 8-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2025 Franklin BSP Realt

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numbe

July 30, 2025 EX-99.2

NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2024 (With Independent Auditors’ Report Thereon) NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Exhibit 99.2 NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2024 (With Independent Auditors’ Report Thereon) NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Independent Auditors' Report 1-2 Consolidated Financial Statements: Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2024 3 Consolidated Statement o

July 30, 2025 8-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2025 Franklin BSP Realt

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numbe

July 30, 2025 EX-99.3

NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Financial Statements As of and for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Exhibit 99.3 NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Financial Statements As of and for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Consolidated Financial Statements: Consolidated Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2025 1 Consolidated Statement of Operations for the Six Months ended June 30, 2025 2 Consolidated St

July 30, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PU

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name

July 30, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 30, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 30, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

July 30, 2025 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results New York City, NY – July 30, 2025 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. Reported GAAP net income of $24.4 million for the three mon

July 30, 2025 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Second Quarter 2025 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of June 3

a2q25investorsupplementa Franklin BSP Realty Trust Second Quarter 2025 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of June 30, 2025 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

July 1, 2025 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number)

July 1, 2025 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Closing of NewPoint Holdings JV L.L.C. Acquisition Creating a Comprehensive One-Stop Solution, Enhancing Long-Term Stockholder Value

Exhibit 99.1 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Closing of NewPoint Holdings JV L.L.C. Acquisition Creating a Comprehensive One-Stop Solution, Enhancing Long-Term Stockholder Value New York City, NY – July 1, 2025 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced the closing of its previously announced acquisition of NewPoint Holdings JV L.L.C. (“NewPo

June 20, 2025 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Issuance of Unsecured Senior Notes

Exhibit 99.1 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Issuance of Unsecured Senior Notes New York City, NY – June 20, 2025 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced that through its operating partnership, FBRT OP LLC, it has successfully issued, in a private offering, $107 million aggregate principal amount of unsecured senior notes, consisting of $8

June 20, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 20, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 20, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

June 2, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 28, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 28, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number)

April 28, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 28, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numbe

April 28, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT P

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name

April 28, 2025 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust First Quarter 2025 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of March 3

Franklin BSP Realty Trust First Quarter 2025 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of March 31, 2025 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

April 28, 2025 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Results New York City, NY – April 28, 2025 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. Reported GAAP net income of $23.7 million for the three mo

April 15, 2025 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Pro

April 15, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Defi

April 4, 2025 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Defi

March 10, 2025 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Acquisition of NewPoint Holdings JV LLC Creating a Comprehensive One-Stop Client Solution, Enhancing Long-Term Stockholder Value

Exhibit 99.1 For Immediate Release Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Acquisition of NewPoint Holdings JV LLC Creating a Comprehensive One-Stop Client Solution, Enhancing Long-Term Stockholder Value New York City, NY – March 10, 2025 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”), a leading real estate investment trust, today announced that it has entered into a de

March 10, 2025 EX-2.1

Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated as of March 9, 2025, by and among NewPoint Holdings JV LLC, each of the members of NewPoint Holdings JV LLC, FBRT OP LLC, FBRT Sub REIT TRS LLC, Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., and certain other parties named therein, incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed by Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. on March 10, 2025.

Exhibit 2.1 Purchase and Sale Agreement by and among NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC, EACH OF THE MEMBERS OF NEWPOINT HOLDINGS JV LLC, FBRT OP LLC, FBRT SUB REIT TRS LLC, FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. AND MERIDIAN BRAVO INVESTMENT COMPANY, LLC AND BMC HOLDINGS DE LLC, ACTING AS JOINT REPRESENTATIVES OF THE EXISTING EQUITYHOLDERS Dated as of March 9, 2025 i TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Article I DEFINITIONS 1

March 10, 2025 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 9, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

March 10, 2025 EX-99.2

B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 3 Transaction Summary ‒ Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (“FBRT” or the “Company”) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire NewPoint Holdings JV LLC (“NewPoint”) for $425 million ‒

Exhibit 99.2 Franklin BSP Realty Trust NewPoint Real Estate Capital Transaction Overview March 2025 B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of December 31, 2024 and does not reflect subsequent developments. Risk Factors Investing in and owning our common stock involves

February 26, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP R

February 26, 2025 EX-19.1

Insider Trading Policy

Exhibit 19.1 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. Insider Trading Policy Purpose This Insider Trading Policy (the “Policy”) provides guidelines with respect to transactions in the securities of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Company”) and the handling of confidential information about the Company and the companies with which the Company does business. The Company’s Board of Directors has adopted

February 26, 2025 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant

Exhibit 21 Subsidiaries of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Name Jurisdiction of Incorporation/Formation Benefit Street Partners L.L.C. Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P. Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust LP, LLC Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust TRS, LLC Delaware BSPRT 2019-FL5 Co-Issuer, LLC Delaware BSPRT 2019-FL5 Holder, LLC Delaware BSPR

February 13, 2025 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results New York City, NY – February 13, 2025 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. Reported GAAP net incom

February 13, 2025 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Fourth Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of Decemb

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Fourth Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of December 31, 2024 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

February 13, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

January 17, 2025 EX-3.1

Amendment No. 3 to Articles Supplementary of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., dated January 16, 2025, relating to Series H Convertible Preferred Stock

Exhibit 3.1 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY SERIES H CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement (the “Charter”) of the Company is hereby amended by del

January 17, 2025 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 16, 2025 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

November 8, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial Eff

November 8, 2024 S-3ASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2024

TABLE OF CONTENTS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2024 Registration No.

November 8, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial Eff

November 8, 2024 424B3

1,882,841 Shares of Common Stock

TABLE OF CONTENTS  Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3)  Registration No. 333-283092 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated November 8, 2024) 1,882,841 Shares of Common Stock This prospectus supplement relates to the possible resale, from time to time, by the selling stockholder named in this prospectus supplement of up to an aggregate of 1,882,841 shares of our common stock. We are not selling an

November 8, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 8, 2024 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

November 8, 2024 424B5

$200,000,000 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Common Stock

TABLE OF CONTENTS  Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5)  Registration Statement No. 333-283092 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated November 8, 2024) $200,000,000 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Common Stock On November 8, 2024, we entered into an amendment to the sales agreement, dated April 14, 2023, with Barclays Capital Inc., B. Riley Securities, Inc., Citizens JMP Securities, LLC, JonesTrad

November 8, 2024 EX-1.2

Amendment No. 1 to Sales Agreement, dated November 8, 2024, by and among Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P., Benefit Street Partners L.L.C. and each sales agent.

Exhibit 1.2 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. $200,000,000 Common Stock (par value $0.01 per share) AMENDMENT NO. 1 to the SALES AGREEMENT November 8, 2024 Barclays Capital Inc. 745 Seventh Avenue New York, NY 10019 B. Riley Securities, Inc. 299 Park Avenue, 21st Floor New York, NY 10171 Citizens JMP Securities, LLC 600 Montgomery Street, Suite 1100 San Francisco, CA 94111 JonesTrading Institutional

November 8, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial Eff

November 4, 2024 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Third Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of Septemb

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Third Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of September 30, 2024 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

November 4, 2024 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Results New York City, NY – November 4, 2024 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. Reported GAAP net income (loss) of $30.2 million for

November 4, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 4, 2024 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

November 4, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact

September 27, 2024 EX-10.1

Indenture, dated as of September 26, 2024, by and among BSPRT 2024-FL11 Issuer, LLC, Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P., as advancing agent, U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee and note administrator, and U.S. Bank National Association as custodian.

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION BSPRT 2024-FL11 ISSUER, LLC, as Issuer BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P., as Advancing Agent U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Note Administrator and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Custodian INDENTURE Dated as of September 26, 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE 1 D

September 27, 2024 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 26, 2024 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File N

July 31, 2024 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2024 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2024 Results New York City, NY – July 31, 2024 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. Reported GAAP net income (loss) of $(3.8) million for the t

July 31, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 31, 2024 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

July 31, 2024 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Second Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of June 3

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Second Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of June 30, 2024 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

July 31, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PU

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name

May 31, 2024 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 29, 2024 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number)

April 29, 2024 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust First Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of March 3

Franklin BSP Realty Trust First Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information B E N E F I T S T R E E T P A R T N E R S | A L C E N T R A 2 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of March 31, 2024 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

April 29, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 29, 2024 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numbe

April 29, 2024 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2024 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2024 Results New York City, NY – April 29, 2024 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024. Reported GAAP net income of $35.8 million for the three mo

April 29, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT P

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name

April 17, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Defi

April 17, 2024 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Proxy State

April 5, 2024 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Defi

February 26, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP R

February 26, 2024 EX-97.1

Compensation Recovery Policy

Exhibit 97.1 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Compensation Recovery Policy Adopted by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors on April 27, 2023 Effective Date This Policy shall apply to any Incentive Compensation received on or after October 2, 2023. Statement of Policy Subject to the exceptions set forth below, following an Accounting Restatement, Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (the

February 26, 2024 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant

Exhibit 21 Subsidiaries of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Name Jurisdiction of Incorporation/Formation Benefit Street Partners L.L.C. Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P. Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust LP, LLC Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust TRS, LLC Delaware BSPRT 2019-FL5 Co-Issuer, LLC Delaware BSPRT 2019-FL5 Holder, LLC Delaware BSPR

February 14, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 14, 2024 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

February 14, 2024 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results New York City, NY – February 14, 2024 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023. Reported GAAP net incom

February 14, 2024 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Fourth Quarter 2023 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of December 31, 2023 and does not reflect subsequent developments. Ri

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Fourth Quarter 2023 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of December 31, 2023 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

February 13, 2024 SC 13G/A

FBRT / Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv0974-franklinbsprealtytrus.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 5)* Name of issuer: Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 35243J101 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 29, 2023 Check the appropriate

January 12, 2024 EX-3.1

Amendment No. 2 to Articles Supplementary of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., effective January 10, 2024, relating to Series H Convertible Preferred Stock (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 12, 2024)

Exhibit 3.1 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY SERIES H CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement (the “Charter”) of the Company is hereby amended by del

January 12, 2024 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 8, 2024 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numb

December 22, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables (Form Type) Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry For

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables 424(b)(3) (Form Type) Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc.

December 22, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 22, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

December 22, 2023 424B3

2,557,644 Shares of Common Stock

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-261039 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated November 12, 2021) 2,557,644 Shares of Common Stock This prospectus supplement relates to the possible resale, from time to time, by the selling stockholder named in this prospectus supplement of up to an aggregate of 2,557,644 shares of our common stock. We are not selling any shares of common

October 30, 2023 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2023 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2023 Results New York City, NY – October 30, 2023 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2023. Reported GAAP net income of $31.0 million, or $0.30

October 30, 2023 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Third Quarter 2023 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of September 30, 2023 and does not reflect subsequent developments. Ri

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Third Quarter 2023 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of September 30, 2023 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

October 30, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2023 Franklin BSP Rea

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

October 30, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact

October 3, 2023 EX-10.1

Indenture, dated as of September 28, 2023, by and among BSPRT 2023-FL10 Issuer, LLC, Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P., as advancing agent, U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee and note administrator, and U.S. Bank National Association as custodian (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 3, 2023)

  Exhibit 10.1   EXECUTION VERSION     BSPRT 2023-FL10 ISSUER, LLC, as Issuer   BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P., as Advancing Agent   U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee   U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Note Administrator   and   U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Custodian     INDENTURE       Dated as of September 28, 2023      

October 3, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 28, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File N

July 31, 2023 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2023 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2023 Results New York City, NY – July 31, 2023 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2023. Reported GAAP net income of $39.6 million for the three mon

July 31, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 31, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

July 31, 2023 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Second Quarter 2023 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of June 30, 2023 and does not reflect subsequent developments. Risk F

ex9922q23investorsupplem Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Second Quarter 2023 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of June 30, 2023 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

July 31, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PU

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name

June 6, 2023 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 31, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number)

June 5, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 31, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 31, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number)

June 5, 2023 EX-16.1

Letter from EY to the Securities and Exchange Commission regarding the change in certifying accountant, dated June 5, 2023.

Exhibit 16.1 June 5, 2023 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K dated June 5, 2023, of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. and are in agreement with the statements contained in the paragraphs included in paragraph (a) on page 1 therein. We have no basis to agree or disagree with other statements of the regist

May 22, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6

May 3, 2023 EX-10.1

Form of Director Restricted Stock Award Agreement under Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. 2021 Equity Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on May 3, 2023).

Exhibit 10.1 DIRECTOR RESTRICTED STOCK AWARD AGREEMENT THIS DIRECTOR RESTRICTED STOCK AWARD AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”), which is made effective as of the date set forth on the signature page (the “Signature Page”) attached hereto (the “Date of Grant”), is between Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (together with its successors and assigns, the “Company”) and the participant identified on the Signatu

May 3, 2023 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2023 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2023 Results New York City, NY – May 3, 2023 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2023. Reported GAAP net income of $43.8 million for the three month

May 3, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT P

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name

May 3, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 3, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number)

May 3, 2023 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information First Quarter 2023 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of March 31, 2023 and does not reflect subsequent developments. Risk F

exhibit9921q23investorsu Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information First Quarter 2023 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of March 31, 2023 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

April 19, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Proxy State

April 19, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Defi

April 19, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 18, 2023 Franklin BSP Realt

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 18, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numbe

April 14, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables (Form Type) Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities and Carry Forward Securities

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables 424(b)(5) (Form Type) Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc.

April 14, 2023 EX-1.1

Form of Sales Agreement, dated April 14, 2023, by and among Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P. and each sales agent.

Exhibit 1.1 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. $200,000,000 Common Stock (par value $0.01 per share) SALES AGREEMENT April 14, 2023 Barclays Capital Inc. 745 Seventh Avenue New York, NY 10019 B. Riley Securities, Inc. 299 Park Avenue, 21st Floor New York, NY 10171 JMP Securities LLC 600 Montgomery Street, Suite 1100 San Francisco, CA 94111 JonesTrading Institutional Services LLC 211 E 43rd St, Suite

April 14, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 14, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numbe

April 14, 2023 424B5

$200,000,000 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Common Stock

 Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5)  Registration Statement No. 333-261039 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated November 12, 2021) $200,000,000 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Common Stock We have entered into a sales agreement with Barclays Capital Inc., B. Riley Securities, Inc., JMP Securities LLC, JonesTrading Institutional Services LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Raymond James & Assoc

April 7, 2023 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Defi

March 22, 2023 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 20, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numbe

March 16, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP R

March 16, 2023 EX-4.3

Exhibit 4.3

Exhibit 4.3 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Company,” “we,” “us” or “our”) has two classes of securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”): (1) our common stock, par value $0.01 per share; and (2) our 7.50% Serie

March 16, 2023 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant

Exhibit 21 Subsidiaries of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Name Jurisdiction of Incorporation/Formation Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Maryland Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P. Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust LP, LLC Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust TRS, LLC Delaware BSPRT 2019-FL5 Co-Issuer, LLC Delaware BSPRT 2019-FL5 Holder, LLC Delaware BSP

March 2, 2023 NT 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-40923 CUSIP NUMBER: 35243J101 (Check One): ☒ Form 10-K ☐ Form 20-F ☐ Form 11-K ☐ Form 10-Q ☐ Form 10-D ☐ Form N-CEN ☐ Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2022 ☐Transition Report on Form 10-K ☐Transition Report on Form 20-F ☐Transition Report on Form 11-K ☐Trans

February 22, 2023 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results

Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results New York City, NY – February 22, 2023 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2022. Reported GAAP net incom

February 22, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 22, 2023 Franklin BSP Re

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 22, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

February 22, 2023 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Fourth Quarter 2022 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of December 31, 2022 and does not reflect subsequent developments. Ri

a4q22investorsupplementa Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Fourth Quarter 2022 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of December 31, 2022 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

February 21, 2023 424B3

FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT AND DIRECT STOCK PURCHASE PLAN SUPPLEMENT NO. 1, DATED FEBRUARY 21, 2023 TO THE PROSPECTUS, DATED DECEMBER 20, 2021

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration File No. 333-186111 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT AND DIRECT STOCK PURCHASE PLAN SUPPLEMENT NO. 1, DATED FEBRUARY 21, 2023 TO THE PROSPECTUS, DATED DECEMBER 20, 2021 This prospectus supplement (“Supplement No. 1”), is part of the prospectus of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Company”), dated December 2

February 9, 2023 SC 13G/A

FBRT / Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv0947-franklinbsprealtytrus.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 4)* Name of issuer: Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc. Title of Class of Securities: REIT CUSIP Number: 35243J101 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 30, 2022 Check the appropriate box to

January 20, 2023 EX-3.1

Amendment No. 1 to Articles Supplementary of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., effective January 19, 2023, relating to Series H Convertible Preferred Stock (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 20, 2023).

Exhibit 3.1 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY SERIES H CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement (the “Charter”) of the Company is hereby amended by del

January 20, 2023 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders, Other Events, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 17, 2023 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

November 14, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 8, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

November 9, 2022 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2022 Results

EX-99.1 2 fbrtq32022earningsrelease.htm EX-99.1 Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2022 Results New York City, NY – November 9, 2022 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022. Repo

November 9, 2022 EX-10.2

Amended and Restated Uncommitted Master Repurchase Agreement and Amendment to No. 3 to Amended and Restated Fee and Pricing Letter, dated as of July 7, 2022, between the Company, JPM Loan, LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank,National Association.

Exhibit 10.2 EXECUTION VERSION AMENDMENT NO. 9 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED UNCOMMITTED MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT AND AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED FEE AND PRICING LETTER AMENDMENT NO. 9 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED UNCOMMITTED MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT, dated as of July 7, 2022 (this ?Amendment?), between BSPRT JPM LOAN, LLC (f/k/a RFT JPM Loan, LLC, f/k/a ARC RFT JPM Loan, LLC), a Delaware l

November 9, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact

November 9, 2022 EX-10.1

Amendment No. 12 to Pricing Side Letter, dated as of July 12, 2022, between the Company, Column Financial, Inc. and Credit Suisse AG.

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION AMENDMENT NO. 12 TO PRICING SIDE LETTER Amendment No. 12 to Pricing Side Letter, dated as of July 12, 2022 (this ?Amendment?), among Column Financial, Inc. (?Column?), as Administrative Agent on behalf of Buyers (in such capacity, the ?Administrative Agent?), Credit Suisse AG, a company incorporated in Switzerland, acting through its Cayman Islands Branch (?CS Cayman? and a

November 9, 2022 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Third Quarter 2022 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of September 30, 2022 and does not reflect subsequent developments. Ri

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Third Quarter 2022 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company?s business and financial information as of September 30, 2022 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

November 9, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 9, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

October 14, 2022 EX-3.1

Articles Supplementary of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., dated October 13, 2022, relating to Series I Convertible Preferred Stock

Exhibit 3.1 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY SERIES I CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the ?Company?), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the ?SDAT?) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement of the Company (the ?Charter?) authorize the issuance of 100,000,000 share

October 14, 2022 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 12, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

August 10, 2022 SC 13G/A

FBRT / Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 3)* Name of issuer: Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc. Title of Class of Securities: REIT CUSIP Number: 35243J101 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: July 29, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ??

August 3, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PU

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 001-40923 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name

July 29, 2022 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Second Quarter 2022 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of March 31, 2022 and does not reflect subsequent developments. Risk

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Second Quarter 2022 Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company?s business and financial information as of March 31, 2022 and does not reflect subsequent developments.

July 29, 2022 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2022 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2022 Results New York City, NY ? July 29, 2022 ? Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (?FBRT? or the ?Company?) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022. Reported GAAP net income (loss) of $(25.7) mil

July 29, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 29, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

July 1, 2022 EX-10.1

Indenture, dated as of June 29, 2022, by and among BSPRT 2022-FL9 Issuer, LLC, Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P., as advancing agent, U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee and note administrator, and U.S. Bank National Association as custodian (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 1, 2022).

Exhibit 10.1 BSPRT 2022-FL9 ISSUER, LLC, as Issuer BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P., as Advancing Agent U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Note Administrator and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Custodian INDENTURE Dated as of June 29, 2022 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS Section 1.1 D

July 1, 2022 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 29, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

July 1, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 29, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

June 24, 2022 EX-3.1

Articles Supplementary of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., dated June 21, 2022, relating to Series H Convertible Preferred Stock (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 24, 2022).

Exhibit 3.1 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY SERIES H CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the ?Company?), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the ?SDAT?) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement of the Company (the ?Charter?) authorize the issuance of 100,000,000 share

June 24, 2022 EX-10.1

Exchange Agreement, dated June 21, 2022, by and between Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. and the holder of the Company’s Series D Convertible Preferred Stock

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION EXCHANGE AGREEMENT This EXCHANGE AGREEMENT, dated as of June 21, 2022 (this ?Agreement?), is by and among Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., a Maryland corporation (the ?Company?), and Security Benefit Life Insurance Company (the ?Purchaser?). WHEREAS, the Purchaser desires to exchange its existing shares of Series D convertible preferred stock of the Company (includin

June 24, 2022 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 21, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

June 21, 2022 SC 13G

FBRT / Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc / MILLENNIUM MANAGEMENT LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 35243J101 (CUSIP Number) JUNE 15, 2022 (Date of event which requires filing of this statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant t

June 16, 2022 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy State

June 16, 2022 EX-3.1

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 16, 2022)

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. a Maryland corporation Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) hereby adopts these Amended and Restated Bylaws, which restate, amend and supersede the bylaws of the Corporation, in their entirety as described below: ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1. PRINCIPAL OFFICE. The principal office of the Corporation in the Sta

June 16, 2022 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 15, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

May 19, 2022 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Defi

May 19, 2022 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy State

May 16, 2022 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 16, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number)

May 10, 2022 SC 13G/A

FBRT / Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 2)* Name of issuer: Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc. Title of Class of Securities: REIT CUSIP Number: 35243J101 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: April 29, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ?

May 5, 2022 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information First Quarter 2022

Exhibit 99.2 Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information First Quarter 2022 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company?s business and financial information as of March 31 , 2022 and does not reflect subsequent developments . Risk Factors Investing in and owning our common stock involves a high degree of risk . See the section entitled ?Risk Factors? in our Annual Re

May 5, 2022 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2022 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2022 Results New York City, NY ? May 4, 2022 ? Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (?FBRT? or the ?Company?) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. Reported GAAP net income (loss) of $(22.5) milli

May 5, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 4, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number)

May 4, 2022 EX-10.2

, dated as of February 10, 2022, made by Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., a Maryland corporation (

Exhibit 10.2 GUARANTY OF RECOURSE OBLIGATIONS This GUARANTY OF RECOURSE OBLIGATIONS (this ?Guaranty?), dated as of February 10, 2022, made by Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., a Maryland corporation (Guarantor?), in favor of CUSTOMERS BANK (together with its successors and assigns, ?Lender?). RECITALS WHEREAS, pursuant to that certain Loan and Security Agreement, dated as of the date hereof, betwee

May 4, 2022 EX-10.3

”), and CUSTOMERS BANK (together with its successors and assigns, the “

Exhibit 10.3 LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT BSPRT OLIVER FINANCE, LLC, as Borrower, and CUSTOMERS BANK, as Lender Dated as of February 10, 2022 LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT (as the same may be amended, modified or supplemented from time to time, this ?Loan Agreement?), dated as of February 10, 2022, between BSPRT OLIVER FINANCE, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (th

May 4, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT P

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 000-55188 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name

April 28, 2022 15-12G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13

15-12G 1 tm2213828d11512g.htm 15-12G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number: 000-55188 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, I

April 20, 2022 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 19, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numbe

April 8, 2022 SC 13G/A

FBRT / Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 1)* Name of issuer: Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc. Title of Class of Securities: REIT CUSIP Number: 35243J101 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: March 31, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒

March 2, 2022 RW

FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 32A New York, NY 10105

RW 1 tm228113-1rw.htm RW FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 32A New York, NY 10105 March 2, 2022 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attention: Ronald E. Alper Re: Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Request for Withdrawal of Registration Statement on Form S-11 File No. 333-256266 Dear Mr

February 25, 2022 EX-4.3

Description of Securities of the Registrant

Exhibit 4.3 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT?S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (the ?Company,? ?we,? ?us? or ?our?) has three classes of securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the ?Exchange Act?): (1) our common stock, par value $0.01 per share; (2) our 7.50% Series

February 25, 2022 EX-10.43

Amendment No. 7 to Amended and Restated Uncommitted Master Repurchase Agreement, entered into as of September 29, 2021 between BSPRT JPM Loan, LLC, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association.

Exhibit 10.43 AMENDMENT NO. 7 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED UNCOMMITTED MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT This Amendment No. 7 to Amended and Restated Uncommitted Master Repurchase Agreement (this "Amendment") is made and entered into as of September 29, 2021, by and between BSPRT JPM Loan, LLC ("Seller"), and JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association ("Buyer"). W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, Buyer and Seller

February 25, 2022 EX-10.34

First Amendment to Fee Letter and Second Amendment to Master Repurchase Agreement, dated November 23, 2021, by and among

Exhibit 10.34 EXECUTION VERSION FIRST AMENDMENT TO FEE LETTER AND SECOND AMENDMENT TO MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO FEE LETTER AND SECOND AMENDMENT TO MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT, dated November 23, 2021 (this ?Amendment?), is entered into by and among BSPRT BB FLOAT, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, and BSPRT BB FIXED, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (col

February 25, 2022 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant

Exhibit 21 Subsidiaries of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Name Jurisdiction of Incorporation/Formation Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Maryland Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P. Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust LP, LLC Delaware Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust TRS, LLC Delaware BSPRT 2018-FL3 Co-Issuer, LLC Delaware BSPRT 2018-FL3 Holder, LLC Delaware BSP

February 25, 2022 EX-10.39

First Amendment to Guarantee Agreement, entered into as of September 30, 2021, by Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association.

Exhibit 10.39 EXECUTION VERSION FIRST AMENDMENT TO GUARANTEE AGREEMENT This First Amendment to Guarantee Agreement (this "Amendment") is made and entered into as of September 30, 2021, by and between BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation ("Guarantor"), and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association ("Buyer"). W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, Buyer and BSPRT WFB Loan, LLC ("Se

February 25, 2022 EX-10.45

Form of Restricted Share Unit Award Agreement pursuant to the Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. 2021 Equity Incentive Plan.(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.45 to the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on February 25, 2022).

Exhibit 10.45 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. 2021 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN RESTRICTED SHARE UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT This Restricted Share Unit Award Agreement (this ?Agreement?) is made by and between Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., a Maryland corporation (the ?Company?), and [?] (the ?Grantee?), dated as of the [?] day of [?], 20[?] (the ?Grant Date?). WHEREAS, the Company maintains the Franklin BSP

February 25, 2022 EX-10.44

Amendment No. 8 to Amended and Restated Uncommitted Master Repurchase Agreement, entered into as of October 20, 2021 between BSPRT JPM Loan, LLC, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association.

Exhibit 10.44 EXECUTION VERSION AMENDMENT NO. 8 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED UNCOMMITTED MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 8 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED UNCOMMITTED MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT, dated as of October 20, 2021 (this ?Amendment?), between BSPRT JPM LOAN, LLC (f/k/a RFT JPM Loan, LLC, f/k/a ARC RFT JPM Loan, LLC), a Delaware limited liability company (?Seller?), and JPMORGAN CHASE BANK,

February 25, 2022 EX-10.41

Amendment No. 2 to Master Repurchase and Securities Contract, dated as of November 19, 2021, between BSPRT WFB Loan, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association.

Exhibit 10.41 EXECUTION VERSION AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO MASTER REPURCHASE AND SECURITIES CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO MASTER REPURCHASE AND SECURITIES CONTRACT, dated as of November 19, 2021 (this ?Amendment?), by and between BSPRT WFB LOAN, LLC (?Seller?), and WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, a national banking association (?Buyer?). Capitalized terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall

February 25, 2022 EX-10.37

Fourth Amendment to Credit Agreement, dated December 1, 2021, among BSPRT BB LOAN, LLC, BSPRT FINANCE SUB-LENDER II, LLC, FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., and Barclays Bank PLC.

Exhibit 10.37 EXECUTION VERSION FOURTH AMENDMENT TO CREDIT AGREEMENT FOURTH AMENDMENT TO CREDIT AGREEMENT, dated as of December 1, 2021 (this ?Fourth Amendment?), among BSPRT BB LOAN, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (?Borrower Representative?), BSPRT FINANCE SUB-LENDER II, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (?BSPRT Finance Sub-Lender? and, together with the Borrower Representative

February 25, 2022 EX-10.40

Master Repurchase and Securities Contract, dated as of October 18, 2021 between BSPRT WF Loan, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank National Association.

Exhibit 10.40 EXECUTION VERSION October 15, 2021 BSPRT WFB Loan, LLC 142 West 57th Street, 12th Floor New York, New York 10019 Re: Upsize Confirmation Letter Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is made to that certain Master Repurchase and Securities Contract, dated as of November 21, 2018, between BSPRT WFB Loan, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (?Seller?) and WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSO

February 25, 2022 EX-10.42

Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Guarantee Agreement, entered into as of September 29, 2021 between Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., and JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association.

Exhibit 10.42 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED GUARANTEE AGREEMENT This Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Guarantee Agreement (this "Amendment") is made and entered into as of September 29, 2021, by and between Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. ("Guarantor"), and JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association ("Buyer"). W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, Buyer and Guarantor have entere

February 25, 2022 EX-10.35

Second Amendment to Fee Letter and Third Amendment to Master Repurchase Agreement, dated December 3, 2021, by and among BSPRT BB FLOAT, LLC, BSPRT BB FIXED, LLC, and Barclays Bank PLC.

Exhibit 10.35 SECOND AMENDMENT TO FEE LETTER AND THIRD AMENDMENT TO MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT THIS SECOND AMENDMENT TO FEE LETTER AND THIRD AMENDMENT TO MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT, dated December 3, 2021 (this ?Amendment?), is entered into by and among BSPRT BB FLOAT, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, and BSPRT BB FIXED, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (collectively, ?Seller?

February 25, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 000-55188 FRANKLIN BSP R

February 25, 2022 EX-10.38

Amendment No. 10 To Pricing Side Letter, dated as of November 3, 2021, among Column Financial, Inc., Credit Suisse AG, Alpine Securitization LTD, BSPRT FINANCE SUB-LENDER I, LLC, BSPRT CS LOAN, LLC, and Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc.

Exhibit 10.38 EXECUTION AMENDMENT NO. 10 TO PRICING SIDE LETTER Amendment No. 10 to Pricing Side Letter, dated as of November 3, 2021 (this ?Amendment?), among Column Financial, Inc. (?Column?), as Administrative Agent on behalf of Buyers (in such capacity, the ?Administrative Agent?), Credit Suisse AG, a company incorporated in Switzerland, acting through its Cayman Islands Branch (?CS Cayman? an

February 24, 2022 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results and First Quarter 2022 Common Stock Dividend of $0.355 Per Share

Exhibit 99.1 Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results and First Quarter 2022 Common Stock Dividend of $0.355 Per Share New York City, NY ? February 23, 2022 ? Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (?FBRT? or the ?Company?) today announced financial results

February 24, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 23, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

February 24, 2022 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information 2021, Fourth Quarter

Exhibit 99.2 Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information 2021, Fourth Quarter Important Information 2 The information herein relates to the Company?s business and financial information as of December 31 , 2021 and does not reflect subsequent developments . Risk Factors Investing in and owning our common stock involves a high degree of risk . See the section entitled ?Risk Factors? in our An

February 18, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 15, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

February 18, 2022 EX-10.1

Indenture, dated as of February 15, 2022, by and among BSPRT 2022-FL8 Issuer, Ltd., BSPRT 2022-FL8 Co-Issuer, LLC, Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P., as advancing agent, and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, note administrator and custodian (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 18, 2022).

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION BSPRT 2022-FL8 ISSUER, LTD., as Issuer BSPRT 2022-FL8 CO-ISSUER, LLC, as Co-Issuer BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P., as Advancing Agent U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Note Administrator and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Custodian INDENTURE Dated as of February

February 10, 2022 SC 13G

FBRT / Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Name of issuer: Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc. Title of Class of Securities: REIT CUSIP Number: 35243J101 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2021 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Rule 13d-1(b) ☐ 

February 10, 2022 SC 13G/A

FBRT / Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc / Paradice Investment Management LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 28, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 27, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

January 7, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 7, 2022 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 001-40923 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Numb

January 7, 2022 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Record Annual and Fourth Quarter 2021 Originations of $3.2 Billion and $1.6 Billion, respectively

EX-99.1 2 tm222169d1ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Record Annual and Fourth Quarter 2021 Originations of $3.2 Billion and $1.6 Billion, respectively New York City, NY – January 7, 2022 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) t

December 22, 2021 EX-10.1

Indenture, dated as of December 21, 2021, by and among BSPRT 2021-FL7 Issuer, Ltd., BSPRT 2021-FL7 Co-Issuer, LLC, Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P., as advancing agent, and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, note administrator and custodian (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on December 21, 2021.

EX-10.1 2 tm2135990d1ex10-1.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION BSPRT 2021-FL7 ISSUER, LTD., as Issuer BSPRT 2021-FL7 CO-ISSUER, LLC, as Co-Issuer BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY OPERATING PARTNERSHIP, L.P., as Advancing Agent U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Note Administrator and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Custodian INDENTURE Dated

December 22, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 21, 2021 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

December 20, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 17, 2021 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

December 20, 2021 424B3

63,000,000 Shares of Common Stock Amended and Restated Dividend Reinvestment and Direct Stock Purchase Plan

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-186111 PROSPECTUS 63,000,000 Shares of Common Stock Amended and Restated Dividend Reinvestment and Direct Stock Purchase Plan We are pleased to offer you the opportunity to participate in the Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Amended and Restated Dividend Reinvestment and Direct Stock Purchase Plan, or the ?Plan.? The Plan has two components: a d

December 9, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 3, 2021 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

November 12, 2021 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2021 Results

EX-99.1 2 tm2132523d1ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Investor Relations Contact: Lindsey Crabbe [email protected] (214) 874-2339 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2021 Results New York City, NY – November 10, 2021 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FBRT) (“FBRT” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30,

November 12, 2021 S-3ASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2021 Registration No.

November 12, 2021 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2021

S-8 1 tm2132758d1s8.htm FORM S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2021 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Form S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Maryland 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdictio

November 12, 2021 EX-10.2

Third Amendment to Credit Agreement, dated as of September 8, 2021, among the Company, BSPRT BB Loan, LLC and Barclays Bank PLC.

EXECUTION COPY THIRD AMENDMENT TO CREDIT AGREEMENT THIRD AMENDMENT TO CREDIT AGREEMENT, dated as of September 8, 2021 (this “Third Amendment”), among BSPRT BB LOAN, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Borrower Representative”), BSPRT FINANCE SUB-LENDER II, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“BSPRT Finance Sub-Lender” and, together with the Borrower Representative, the “Borrowers”, and each a “Borrower”), BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC.

November 12, 2021 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. 2021 Equity Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.1 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 filed with the SEC on November 12, 2021).

EX-99.1 5 tm2132758d1ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Franklin BSP Realty TRUST, INC. 2021 equity INCENTIVE PLAN Table of Contents Page 1. PURPOSE 1 2. DEFINITIONS 1 3. ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLAN 7 3.1 Committee. 7 3.1.1 Powers and Authorities. 7 3.1.2 Composition of Committee. 7 3.1.3 Other Committees. 7 3.1.4 Delegation by Committee. 8 3.2 Board. 8 3.3 Terms of Awards. 8 3.3.1 Committee Auth

November 12, 2021 EX-99.2

CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands, except pledged and per share amounts)

EX-99.2 4 tm2132526d1ex99-2.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 Exhibit 99.2 CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands, except pledged and per share amounts) September 30, 2021 December 31, 2020 (unaudited) Assets Residential mortgage investments ($6.77 and $7.71 billion pledged at September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively) $ 7,134,106 $ 7,937,552 Cash collateral receivable

November 12, 2021 8-K/A

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 19, 2021 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File N

November 12, 2021 EX-99.3

UNAUDITED PRO FORMA FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Exhibit 99.3 UNAUDITED PRO FORMA FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Introduction The following unaudited pro forma combined balance sheet as of September 30, 2021 and the unaudited pro forma combined statement of income for the year ended December 31, 2020, and the nine months ended September 30, 2021, are based on the historical financial statements of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (?FBRT?) and Capstead Mort

November 12, 2021 EX-99.1

CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA

EX-99.1 3 tm2132526d1ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA Index to Financial Statements Page Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm 2 Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, 2020 and December 31, 2019 4 Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2020, 2019 and 2018 5 Consolida

November 12, 2021 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 10, 2021 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Nu

November 12, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 000-55188 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact

November 12, 2021 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Third Quarter 2021

Exhibit 99.2 Franklin BSP Realty Trust Supplemental Information Third Quarter 2021 Important Information The information herein relates to the Company’s business and financial information as of September 30 , 2021 and does not reflect subsequent developments . Risk Factors Investing in and owning our common stock involves a high degree of risk . See the section entitled “Risk Factors” in our Annua

October 21, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 19, 2021 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

October 21, 2021 EX-3.1

Articles Supplementary of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., effective October 19, 2021, relating to Series E Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 21, 2021).

Exhibit 3.1 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY 7.50% SERIES E CUMULATIVE REDEEMABLE PREFERRED STOCK FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the ?Company?), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the ?SDAT?) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement of the Company (the ?Charter?) authorize the issuance of 1

October 21, 2021 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation Announce Completion of Merger

Exhibit 99.1 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation Announce Completion of Merger NEW YORK, NY & DALLAS, TX ? October 19, 2021 ? Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (f/k/a Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc.) (?FBRT? or the ?Company?) and Capstead Mortgage Corporation (NYSE: CMO) (?Capstead?) today announced the completion of their previously announced merger pursuant

October 18, 2021 8-A12B

the description of our common stock included in our Registration Statement on Form 8-A filed on October 18, 2021

8-A12B 1 tm2130132-18a12b.htm FORM 8-A12B UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 46-1406086 (State of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S.

October 13, 2021 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation Announce Final Exchange Ratio for Proposed Merger

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation Announce Final Exchange Ratio for Proposed Merger NEW YORK, NY & DALLAS, TX – October 12, 2021 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (f/k/a Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc.) (“FBRT”), a publicly-registered, non-listed real estate investment trust (“REIT”), and Capstead Mortgage Corporation (N

October 13, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 11, 2021 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Num

October 13, 2021 EX-99.1

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation Announce Final Exchange Ratio for Proposed Merger

EX-99.1 2 tm2129839d1ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation Announce Final Exchange Ratio for Proposed Merger NEW YORK, NY & DALLAS, TX – October 12, 2021 – Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (f/k/a Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc.) (“FBRT”), a publicly-registered, non-listed real estate investment trust (

October 13, 2021 425

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 11, 2021 Franklin BSP Rea

425 1 tm2129839d18k.htm 425 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 11, 2021 Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other juris

October 13, 2021 8-A12G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 46-1406086 (State of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 1345 Avenue

October 12, 2021 EX-3.1

Articles of Amendment to the Articles of Amendment and Restatement of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc.

EX-3.1 2 tm2129435d1ex3-1.htm EXHIBIT 3.1 Exhibit 3.1 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement of the Company (the “Charter”) are hereby amende

October 12, 2021 EX-3.2

Articles Supplementary of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., effective October 12, 2021, relating to Series F Convertible Preferred Stock

Exhibit 3.2 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY SERIES F CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the ?Company?), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the ?SDAT?) that: FIRST: The charter of the Company (the ?Charter?) authorizes the issuance of 50,000,000 shares of preferred stock, $0.01 pa

October 12, 2021 425

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 4, 2021 Benefit Street Pa

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 4, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commissio

October 12, 2021 EX-3.3

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc.

EX-3.3 4 tm2129435d1ex3-3.htm EXHIBIT 3.3 Exhibit 3.3 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. a Maryland corporation Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Corporation”) hereby adopts these Amended and Restated Bylaws, which restate, amend and supersede the bylaws of the Corporation, in their entirety as described below: ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1. PRINCIPAL OFFICE. The prin

October 8, 2021 EX-3.1

Articles of Amendment to the Articles of Amendment and Restatement (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 8, 2021).

EX-3.1 2 tm2129435d1ex3-1.htm EXHIBIT 3.1 Exhibit 3.1 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement of the Company (the “Charter”) are hereby amende

October 8, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 4, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commissio

October 8, 2021 EX-3.3

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.3 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 8, 2021).

Exhibit 3.3 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. a Maryland corporation Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) hereby adopts these Amended and Restated Bylaws, which restate, amend and supersede the bylaws of the Corporation, in their entirety as described below: ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1. PRINCIPAL OFFICE. The principal office of the Corporation in the Sta

October 8, 2021 EX-3.2

Articles Supplementary of Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc., effective October 12, 2021, relating to Series F Convertible Preferred Stock (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 8, 2021).

EX-3.2 3 tm2129435d1ex3-2.htm EXHIBIT 3.2 Exhibit 3.2 FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY SERIES F CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK FRANKLIN BSP REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: The charter of the Company (the “Charter”) authorizes the issuance of 50,0

September 24, 2021 425

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 22, 2021 Benefit Street

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 22, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commis

September 24, 2021 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 22, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commis

September 23, 2021 425

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 22, 2021 Benefit Street

425 1 tm2128200d28k.htm 425 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 22, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State o

September 23, 2021 424B3

SUPPLEMENT, DATED SEPTEMBER 22, 2021, TO PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-258947 SUPPLEMENT, DATED SEPTEMBER 22, 2021, TO PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS ? ? ? ? This supplement is being mailed to the common stockholders of Capstead Mortgage Corporation (?Capstead?) who are eligible to vote at the special meeting of common stockholders of Capstead to be held on October 15, 2021 (the ?Capstead special meeting?), and supple

September 23, 2021 EX-2.1

First Amendment to Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated September 22, 2021, by and among Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., Rodeo Sub I, LLC, Capstead Mortgage Corporation and Benefit Street Partners L.L.C. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on September 22, 2021)

Exhibit 2.1 FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, dated as of September 22, 2021 (this ?Amendment?), is made and entered into by and among Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., a Maryland corporation (?Parent?), Rodeo Sub I, LLC, a Maryland limited liability company and a wholly owned Subsidiary of Parent (?Buyer?), Capstead Mor

September 23, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 22, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commis

September 23, 2021 EX-2.1

First Amendment to Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated September 22, 2021, by and among Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., Rodeo Sub I, LLC, Capstead Mortgage Corporation and Benefit Street Partners L.L.C.

Exhibit 2.1 FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, dated as of September 22, 2021 (this ?Amendment?), is made and entered into by and among Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., a Maryland corporation (?Parent?), Rodeo Sub I, LLC, a Maryland limited liability company and a wholly owned Subsidiary of Parent (?Buyer?), Capstead Mor

September 7, 2021 424B3

PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS

TABLE OF CONTENTS Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-258947 PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS ? ? ? ? MERGER PROPOSED???YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT September 7, 2021 To the Stockholders of Capstead Mortgage Corporation: The board of directors (the ?BSPRT Board?) of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (?BSPRT?) and the board of directors (the ?Capstead Board?) of Capstead Mortgag

September 3, 2021 EX-99.2

Form of Proxy solicited by the Board of Directors of Capstead Mortgage Corporation

EX-99.2 9 brhc10028567ex99-2.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 Exhibit 99.2 YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT! PLEASE VOTE BY: P.O. BOX 8016, CARY, NC 27512-9903 INTERNET Go To: www.proxypush.com/CMO • Cast your vote online • Have your Proxy Card ready • Follow the simple instructions to record your vote PHONE Call 1-866-256-1193 • Use any touch-tone telephone • Have your Proxy Card ready • Follow the simple recorded instruc

September 3, 2021 EX-3.7

Form of Articles Supplementary of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., relating to Class B Common Stock

Exhibit 3.7 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY CLASS B COMMON STOCK BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Restatement of the Company (the “Charter”) authorize the issuance of 950,000,000

September 3, 2021 EX-99.1

Consent of Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC

Exhibit 99.1 CONSENT OF CREDIT SUISSE SECURITIES (USA) LLC Capstead Mortgage Corporation 8401 N. Central Expressway, Suite 800 Dallas, TX 75225 Attention: Board of Directors RE: Joint Proxy Statement / Prospectus, which forms a part of Amendment No. 1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (the “Registration Statement”) of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (“BSPRT”), relating to the pr

September 3, 2021 S-4/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 2, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 2, 2021 Registration No.

September 2, 2021 CORRESP

Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. 1345 Avenue of the Americas Suite 32-A New York, NY 10105 September 2, 2021

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. 1345 Avenue of the Americas Suite 32-A New York, NY 10105 September 2, 2021 VIA EDGAR Securities & Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attn: Gregory Herbers/James Lopez Re: Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 (File No. 333-258947) Request for Acceleration of Effect

August 20, 2021 EX-3.8

Form of Articles Supplementary of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., relating to 7.50% Series E Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock.

EX-3.8 2 brhc10028139ex3-8.htm EXHIBIT 3.8 Exhibit 3.8 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY 7.50% SERIES E CUMULATIVE REDEEMABLE PREFERRED STOCK BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: The Articles of Amendment and Resta

August 20, 2021 EX-99.1

Consent of Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC

Exhibit 99.1 CONSENT OF CREDIT SUISSE SECURITIES (USA) LLC Capstead Mortgage Corporation 8401 N. Central Expressway, Suite 800 Dallas, TX 75225 Attention: Board of Directors RE: Joint Proxy Statement / Prospectus, which forms a part of the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (the “Registration Statement”) of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (“BSPRT”), relating to the proposed transaction

August 20, 2021 S-4

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 19, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 19, 2021 Registration No.

August 18, 2021 EX-10.1

Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement, dated August 18, 2021, by and among Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P. and Benefit Street Partners L.L.C. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 18, 2021).

Exhibit 10.1 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED ADVISORY AGREEMENT This Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement, dated as of August 18, 2021 (the “Amendment”) is entered into by and among Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Company”), Benefit Street Partners Realty Operating Partnership, L.P., (the “Operating Partnership”) and Benefit Street Partners L.L.C. (th

August 18, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 18, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commissio

August 12, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PU

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 000-55188 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. (

July 26, 2021 425

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 25, 2021 Benefit Street Part

425 1 tm2123213d2425.htm 425 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 25, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or ot

July 26, 2021 EX-2.1

Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 25, 2021, by and among Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., Rodeo Sub I, LLC, Capstead Mortgage Corporation and Benefit Street Partners L.L.C. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 26, 2021).

EX-2.1 2 tm2123213d1ex2-1.htm EXHIBIT 2.1 Exhibit 2.1 Execution Version AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER among BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC., RODEO SUB I, LLC, CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION and BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS L.L.C. Dated as of July 25, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I CERTAIN DEFINITIONS 2 Section 1.1 Certain Definitions 2 Section 1.2 Terms Defined Elsewhere 2 ARTICLE II TH

July 26, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 25, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission

July 26, 2021 EX-2.1

Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 25, 2021, by and among Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc., Rodeo Sub I, LLC, Capstead Mortgage Corporation and Benefit Street Partners L.L.C.*

EX-2.1 2 tm2123213d1ex2-1.htm EXHIBIT 2.1 Exhibit 2.1 Execution Version AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER among BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC., RODEO SUB I, LLC, CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION and BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS L.L.C. Dated as of July 25, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I CERTAIN DEFINITIONS 2 Section 1.1 Certain Definitions 2 Section 1.2 Terms Defined Elsewhere 2 ARTICLE II TH

July 26, 2021 EX-99.1

Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust and Capstead Mortgage Corporation to Merge Combined company, Franklin BSP Realty Trust, to become fourth largest commercial mortgage REIT

EX-99.1 3 tm2123213d1ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust and Capstead Mortgage Corporation to Merge Combined company, Franklin BSP Realty Trust, to become fourth largest commercial mortgage REIT NEW YORK, NY & DALLAS, TX – July 26, 2021 – Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (“BSPRT”), a publicly-registered, non-listed real estate investment trust (“REIT

July 26, 2021 425

Transcript of Conference Call held by Capstead Mortgage Corporation and Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. Monday, July 26, 2021, 8:30 a.m., Eastern Time

Filed by Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Commission File No. 000-55188)* pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Capstead Mortgage Corporation (Commission File No. 001-08896) Transcript of Conference Call held by Capstead Mortgage Corporation and Benefit Street Partners Rea

July 26, 2021 EX-99.1

Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust and Capstead Mortgage Corporation to Merge Combined company, Franklin BSP Realty Trust, to become fourth largest commercial mortgage REIT

EX-99.1 3 tm2123213d1ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust and Capstead Mortgage Corporation to Merge Combined company, Franklin BSP Realty Trust, to become fourth largest commercial mortgage REIT NEW YORK, NY & DALLAS, TX – July 26, 2021 – Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (“BSPRT”), a publicly-registered, non-listed real estate investment trust (“REIT

July 26, 2021 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust formed through merger of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation July 26, 2021

EX-99.2 4 tm2123213d1ex99-2.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Franklin BSP Realty Trust formed through merger of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation July 26, 2021 Important Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE MERGER: In connection with the proposed merger, Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust (“BSPRT”) intends to file a registration statement on Form S

July 26, 2021 EX-99.2

Franklin BSP Realty Trust formed through merger of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation July 26, 2021

EX-99.2 4 tm2123213d1ex99-2.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Franklin BSP Realty Trust formed through merger of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. and Capstead Mortgage Corporation July 26, 2021 Important Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE MERGER: In connection with the proposed merger, Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust (“BSPRT”) intends to file a registration statement on Form S

July 6, 2021 SC TO-T/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 2 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement Pursuant to Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. (Name of Subject C

SC TO-T/A 1 tm219112d5sctota.htm SC TO-T/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 2 to SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement Pursuant to Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. (Name of Subject Company) COMRIT INVESTMENTS 1, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP COMRIT INVESTMENTS LTD. (Bidders) COMMON STOCK, $0.01

June 30, 2021 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 28, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission

June 4, 2021 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 tm2118810d18k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 3, 2021 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Maryland 000-55188 46-1406086 (State or

June 4, 2021 EX-3.1

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc.

EX-3.1 2 tm2118810d1ex3-1.htm EXHIBIT 3.1 Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. a Maryland corporation Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Corporation”) hereby adopts these Amended and Restated Bylaws, which restate, amend and supersede the bylaws of the Corporation, in their entirety as described below: ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1. PRIN

May 20, 2021 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy State

May 18, 2021 S-11

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 18, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 18, 2021 Registration No.

May 11, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 000-55188 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC.

April 21, 2021 EX-99.(A)(2)

Assignment Form

EX-99.(A)(2) 3 tm219112d3ex99-a2.htm EXHIBIT 99.(A)(2) Exhibit (a)(2) Assignment Form Please complete this form and send it back to us in the pre-addressed envelope. YOU NEED TO OBTAIN a Medallion Signature Guarantee at your local bank or broker. If you have any questions, please call us at 1-800-327-9990. Please return to: 365 S. Garden Grove Lane, Suite 100 Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062 Attn: Comri

April 21, 2021 SC TO-T/A

- SC TO-T/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 1 to SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement Pursuant to Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. (Name of Subject Company) COMRIT INVESTMENTS 1, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP COMRIT INVESTMENTS LTD. (Bidders) COMMON STOCK, $0.01 PAR VALUE PER SHARE (Title of Class of Secu

April 21, 2021 EX-99.(A)(4)

Press Release Announcing Extension of Offer

EX-99.(A)(4) 5 tm219112d3ex99-a4.htm EXHIBIT 99.(A)(4) Exhibit (a)(4) This announcement is neither an offer to buy nor a solicitation of an offer to sell securities. Such offer is being made solely by the Offer to Purchase provided to shareholders of record and is not being made to, and tenders will not be accepted from or on behalf of, shareholders residing in any state in which making or accepti

April 21, 2021 EX-99.(A)(3)

Letter to Shareholders

Exhibit (a)(3) April 2, 2021 RE: Liquidation Opportunity for Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc.

April 21, 2021 EX-99.(A)(1)

Offer to Purchase

EX-99.(A)(1) 2 tm219112d3ex99-a1.htm EXHIBIT 99.(A)(1) Exhibit (a)(1) OFFER TO PURCHASE FOR CASH 2,300,000 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK OF BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. AT $11.02 PER SHARE by: COMRIT INVESTMENTS 1, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (the “Purchaser”) THE OFFER AND PRORATION PERIOD WILL EXPIRE AT 11:59 P.M., EASTERN TIME, ON JUNE 30, 2021, UNLESS THE OFFER IS EXTENDED. The Purchaser hereby

April 16, 2021 SC 14D9

- SC 14D9

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 SOLICITATION/RECOMMENDATION STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 14(d)(4) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. (Name of Subject Company) BENEFIT STREET PARTNERS REALTY TRUST, INC. (Names of Persons Filing Statement) Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securi

April 16, 2021 EX-99.(A)(1)

Letter to Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc. Stockholders, dated April 16, 2021

Exhibit (a)(1) April 16, 2021 Important Notice Regarding Tender Offer by a Third Party Dear Benefit Street Partners Realty Trust, Inc.

April 8, 2021 DEF 14A

Definitive Proxy Statement

TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 ? SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ? Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? ? Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as Permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

April 2, 2021 EX-99.(A)(4)

Summary Advertisement

EX-99.(A)(4) 5 tm219112d2ex99-a4.htm EXHIBIT (A)(4) Exhibit (a)(4) This announcement is neither an offer to buy nor a solicitation of an offer to sell securities. Such offer is being made solely by the Offer to Purchase provided to shareholders of record and is not being made to, and tenders will not be accepted from or on behalf of, shareholders residing in any state in which making or accepting

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