First Foundation reports Q4 net loss of $8.0mln, total net interest income $39.4mln.

• First Foundation Inc. reports Q4 net loss of $8.0 million, loss per share of $0.10. • Total net interest income declines to $39.4 million due to $6.1 million in hedging costs. • Core balance sheet contribution remains stable despite quarter-over-quarter decline in customer service costs. • Completed $204.8 million multifamily loan securitization, generating $196.3 million in proceeds.