Prospectus exerpt:  The Preferred Shares pay cumulative preferential cash distributions at an annual rate of 9% of their $25.00 liquidation preference. Distributions accrue from the date of original issue, are payable quarterly and accrue without interest. Consistent with Maryland law, distributions may be paid only if we have legally available funds. After February 15, 2010, the shares are redeemable by us for $25.00 per share plus accumulated and unpaid distributions.