Vacasa Files Proxy Statement for Shareholder Communications

TL;DR

Vacasa's dropping proxy docs for pre-definitive comms w/ shareholders.

AI Summary

Vacasa, Inc. filed a DEFA14A proxy statement on December 30, 2024, related to soliciting material under Section 240.14a-12. This filing indicates that the company is engaging in communications prior to providing security holders with a definitive proxy statement and transaction statement. The filing fee was not required.

Why It Matters

This filing signals that Vacasa is in the process of communicating with its shareholders about upcoming matters, which could involve significant corporate actions or proposals.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — This is a routine procedural filing related to proxy materials and does not inherently indicate significant financial or operational risk.

Key Players & Entities

• Vacasa, Inc. (company) — Registrant and filer of the proxy statement
• 0001140361-24-050611 (filing_id) — Accession number for the DEFA14A filing
• 20241230 (date) — Filing date of the DEFA14A statement

FAQ

Key Financial Figures

• $5.02 — ld by public stockholders at a price of $5.02 per share, subject to adjustment as set
• $9 billion — 2. Roofstock has facilitated more than $9 billion in buy and sell-side transactions on it

Filing Documents

• ny20040790x2_defa14a.htm (DEFA14A) — 76KB
• 0001140361-24-050611.txt ( ) — 77KB

From the Filing

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 Statement Definitive Additional Materials Soliciting Material under Sec.240.14a-12 Vacasa, Inc. (Name of Registrant as Specified In Its Charter) (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant) Payment of Filing Fee (Check all boxes that apply): No fee required Fee paid previously with preliminary materials Fee computed on table in exhibit required by Item 25(b) per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11 This Schedule 14A relates solely to communications made prior to furnishing security holders of Vacasa, Inc. (the "Company") with a definitive proxy statement and a transaction statement on Schedule 13E-3 related to a proposed transaction in which, among other things, Vista Merger Sub II Inc. ("Merger Sub"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Casago Holdings, LLC ("Parent"), will be merged with and into the Company, with the Company being the surviving corporation (the "Proposed Transaction"), upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated December 30, 2024, among the Company, Parent, Merger Sub and the other parties thereto. This Schedule 14A consists of the following documents relating to the Proposed Transaction: 1. Press release announcing the Proposed Transaction; 2. Email sent to all employees of the Company announcing the Proposed Transaction; and 3. Frequently asked questions made available to all employees of the Company relating to the Proposed Transaction. *** Premier Vacation Rental Brands Casago and Vacasa Announce Strategic Merger Merger will create unmatched vacation rental management platform, strengthening commitment to homeowners and exceptional, locally-driven vacation rental management services PHOENIX, Ariz., and PORTLAND, Ore., (December 30, 2024) — Casago , a premier vacation rental property management company, and Vacasa , Inc. (Nasdaq: VCSA) ("Vacasa" or the "Company"), a leading vacation rental management platform in North America, announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Casago and Vacasa will combine in a transaction in which Casago will acquire all outstanding shares of the Company held by public stockholders at a price of $5.02 per share, subject to adjustment as set forth in the merger agreement. This transaction combines the strengths of both companies and accelerates progress toward a shared vision: empowered local teams, delivering best-in-class home care and revenue for homeowners, and providing superior hospitality for guests. Combining Casago and Vacasa will create an unmatched vacation rental management platform, pairing the advantages of an international brand with the personalized care of local management. "Casago has always been committed to delivering personalized, locally-empowered service to homeowners, and exceptional experiences to guests. We're excited to merge with Vacasa, a company that shares our dedication to excellence," said Casago founder and CEO Steve Schwab. "Together, we will strengthen our ability to deliver consistent service quality on a global scale, leveraging our combined resources, and expertise to better serve our homeowners, guests and partners." "This merger is a natural next step in Vacasa's journey over the past year, sharpening our focus on owners, guests, and our local teams that take care of them every day. By combining with Casago, a company that shares our vision of locally-empowered, homeowner-focused property management, we're accelerating our progress on that path," said Vacasa CEO Rob Greyber. "We are pairing national scale with local expertise, empowering entrepreneurial teams to set a new standard in vacation rental property management." In addition, Roofstock, a leading proptech platform, plans to invest in and provide strategic guidance to the combined company, leveraging its decade of experience using technology to enhance property management capabilities, customer experience and liquidity for residential property investors. Roofstock brings deep real estate expertise through its service offerings and software solutions, including helping more than 300,000 property owners with nearly 1 million units optimize the performance of their rental properties. "We are excited to be a part of what we believe should be the category-defining company in the vacation rental space," said Gary Beasley, co-founder and CEO of Roofstock. "This investment is consistent with our mission of expanding beyond our historical focus on long-term single-family rentals to help power the broader residential investment ecosystem for investor

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