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                                 UNITED STATES
                      SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
                            WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
 
                                   FORM 10-K
 
    [X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES
       EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
                  FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996
 
                                      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 NO.: 1-13794
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            (EXACT NAME OF REGISTRANT AS SPECIFIED IN ITS CHARTER)
 
               DELAWARE                              13-3818402
    (STATE OR OTHER JURISDICTION OF     (I.R.S. EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NO.)
    INCORPORATION OR ORGANIZATION)

            2500 BOARDWALK
       ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY                        08401
    (ADDRESS OF PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE                   (ZIP CODE)
               OFFICES)
 
REGISTRANT'S TELEPHONE NUMBER, INCLUDING AREA CODE: (609) 441-6060
 
          SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(B) OF THE ACT:
 
                                           NAME OF EACH EXCHANGE ON WHICH
          TITLE OF EACH CLASS                        REGISTERED
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Common Stock, par value $.01 per share         New York Stock Exchange
 
       SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(G) OF THE ACT: NONE
 
  Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports
required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) have been subject to
such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes   X   No
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  Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item
405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to
the best of the registrants' knowledge, in definitive proxy or information
statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any
amendment to this Form 10-K. [X]
 
  The aggregate market value of the voting stock of Trump Hotels & Casino
Resorts, Inc. held by non-affiliates as of March 21 1997 was approximately:
$228,864,590.
 
  As of March 21, 1997, there were 22,890,090 shares of Trump Hotels & Casino
Resorts, Inc. Common Stock outstanding.
 
  Documents Incorporated by Reference--Not applicable.
 
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                                   FORM 10-K
 
                               TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PART I
  ITEM 1.  BUSINESS.......................................................    1
      Recent Events.......................................................    1
      General.............................................................    1
      Trump Plaza.........................................................    3
      The Taj Mahal.......................................................    8
      Trump's Castle......................................................   12
      Indiana Riverboat...................................................   16
      Trademark/Licensing.................................................   18
      Certain Indebtedness of THCR........................................   19
      Atlantic City Market................................................   21
      Competition.........................................................   22
      Gaming and Other Laws and Regulations...............................   25
  ITEM 2.  PROPERTIES.....................................................   37
      THCR................................................................   37
      Trump Plaza.........................................................   37
      Taj Mahal...........................................................   39
      Trump's Castle......................................................   40
      Indiana Riverboat...................................................   41
  ITEM 3.  LEGAL PROCEEDINGS..............................................   41
  ITEM 4.  SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS ...........   45
PART II
  ITEM 5.  MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER
         MATTERS .........................................................   46
  ITEM 6.  SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA........................................   47
  ITEM 7.  MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
         RESULTS OF OPERATIONS ...........................................   49
      Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 1996 and
       1995...............................................................   49
      Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 1995 and
       1994...............................................................   52
      Liquidity and Capital Resources.....................................   54
      Seasonality.........................................................   56
      Inflation...........................................................   56
  ITEM 8.  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA....................   56
  ITEM 9.  CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
         FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE ............................................   56
PART III
  ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT.............   57
      Directors and Executive Officers....................................   57
      Compliance with Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of
       1934...............................................................   64
  ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION.........................................   64
      Employment Agreements...............................................   66
      Compensation of Directors...........................................   68
      Committees of the Board of Directors................................   68
      Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation.........   68
  ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
         .................................................................   72
  ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS ................   73
PART IV
  ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES AND REPORTS ON
         FORM 8-K ........................................................   75
IMPORTANT FACTORS RELATING TO FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS..................   81
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURE--TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC. ...........................   82
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                                    PART I
 
ITEM 1. BUSINESS.
 
RECENT EVENTS
 
  Repurchase Program. On January 6, 1997, the Board of Directors (the "THCR
Board of Directors") of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. ("THCR")
authorized the repurchase by a wholly owned subsidiary of Trump Hotels &
Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. ("THCR Holdings") of up to 1,250,000 shares of
THCR's common stock, par value $.01 per share (the "THCR Common Stock"), from
time to time in the open market or privately negotiated transactions. On March
10, 1997, the THCR Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to an
additional 1,250,000 shares of THCR Common Stock. The repurchase program is
effective until the end of 1997. As of March 21, 1997, THCR Holdings through
its wholly owned subsidiary has repurchased 1,250,000 shares of THCR Common
Stock.
 
GENERAL
 
  THCR was organized under the laws of the State of Delaware in March of 1995.
THCR owns and operates the Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino ("Trump Plaza"), which
also includes Trump World's Fair, and the Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort (the
"Taj Mahal"), each located on The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey,
Trump's Castle Casino Resort ("Trump's Castle"), located in the marina
district of Atlantic City, New Jersey (the "Marina"), as well as a riverboat
casino located at Buffington Harbor on Lake Michigan in Indiana (the "Indiana
Riverboat"), making THCR one of the largest casino entertainment companies in
the United States. In addition, THCR continues to be the exclusive vehicle
through which Donald J. Trump ("Trump") engages in new gaming activities in
both emerging and established gaming jurisdictions.
 
  . TRUMP PLAZA. THCR has increased Trump Plaza's gaming space and hotel
    capacity (the "Trump Plaza Expansion") while maintaining its commitment
    to first class customer service. This strategy was designed to capitalize
    on Trump Plaza's reputation for excellence, as well as to meet both
    existing and anticipated demand for the increased number of rooms and
    infrastructure improvements that are currently being implemented to
    enhance further the "vacation destination appeal" of Atlantic City. As
    part of the Trump Plaza Expansion, THCR has renovated and integrated into
    Trump Plaza a hotel adjacent to Trump Plaza's main tower ("Trump Plaza
    East") and has renovated and integrated into Trump Plaza the former Trump
    Regency Hotel, located on The Boardwalk adjacent to the existing Atlantic
    City Convention Center, which is next to Trump Plaza and known as Trump
    World's Fair. The renovations at Trump Plaza East were completed in
    February 1996 and at Trump World's Fair in May 1996. Trump Plaza has
    139,474 square feet of gaming space, housing a total of approximately
    4,223 slot machines and 141 table games, making Trump Plaza's casino the
    largest in Atlantic City (in terms of square footage). Trump Plaza's
    hotel capacity consists of 1,404 guest rooms, making Trump Plaza's guest
    room inventory one of the largest in Atlantic City.
 
  . TAJ MAHAL. Management believes that the acquisition of the Taj Mahal on
    April 17, 1996 (the "Taj Acquisition") has strengthened THCR's position
    as a leader in the casino entertainment industry through its ownership of
    two successful land-based casino hotels on The Boardwalk. Furthermore,
    the Taj Acquisition has enhanced THCR's presence in the growing Atlantic
    City gaming market (the "Atlantic City Market"). After giving effect to
    the Taj Acquisition and the Trump Plaza Expansion, THCR had acquired
    approximately one-quarter of Atlantic City's casino square footage, slot
    machines, table games and hotel room inventory. The combination of the
    Taj Mahal with Trump Plaza's operations has provided opportunities for
    operational efficiencies, economies of scale and benefits from the
    talent, expertise and experience of management at the operating entities.
    Management has undertaken an expansion plan at the Taj Mahal (the "Taj
    Mahal Expansion"), which is currently expected to be funded principally
    out of cash from operations from Trump Taj Mahal Associates ("Taj
    Associates") and Trump Plaza Associates ("Plaza Associates"). The Taj
    Mahal Expansion is scheduled to be completed in phases by the end of the
    second quarter of 1997.
 
 
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  . TRUMP'S CASTLE. The acquisition of Trump's Castle on October 7, 1996 (the
    "Castle Acquisition"), has further strengthened THCR's position as an
    industry leader. The Castle Acquisition has provided THCR with a
    significant presence in the Marina, the principal focus of expansion in
    the Atlantic City Market, and positioned THCR as the only casino operator
    in Atlantic City with facilities both on The Boardwalk and in the Marina.
    In addition, the Castle Acquisition has provided further opportunities
    for operational efficiencies and economies of scale and eliminated the
    perceived conflict of interest caused by the differing ownership of
    Trump's Castle and the other THCR properties in Atlantic City. Ownership
    of Trump's Castle will enable THCR to retain patrons that may be drawn
    from The Boardwalk to the Marina by new casino development at the Marina.
    The Castle Acquisition has also enabled THCR to benefit from (i) the
    excellent condition of the current facilities at Trump's Castle, which
    have been designed to accommodate additional development with minimal
    disruption to existing operations, (ii) the proximity of Trump's Castle
    to the "H-Tract," an approximately 150-acre parcel of land proposed to be
    Atlantic City's newest area of casino hotel development (the "H-Tract"),
    and (iii) the proposed expansion at Trump's Castle expected to be
    completed by July 1, 2000 (the "Trump's Castle Expansion"), which would,
    among other things, enable THCR to capitalize on the expected increase in
    gaming activity at the Marina. In 1997, Trump's Castle Associates, L.P.
    ("Castle Associates") commenced a project to retheme Trump's Castle with
    a nautical emphasis and rename it the "Trump Marina." Management is in
    the process of re-evaluating the plans for the Trump's Castle Expansion.
 
  . INDIANA RIVERBOAT. Trump Indiana, Inc. ("Trump Indiana"), which owns and
    operates the Indiana Riverboat at Buffington Harbor, on Lake Michigan,
    approximately 25 miles southeast of downtown Chicago, commenced
    operations on June 8, 1996. Trump Indiana is one of 11 riverboat gaming
    projects permitted under current Indiana law, and one of only five to be
    located in northern Indiana. Trump Indiana and The Majestic Star Casino,
    LLC ("Barden") are the two holders of riverboat owner's licenses to
    operate at Buffington Harbor. Trump Indiana and Barden entered into an
    agreement (the "BHR Agreement") relating to the formation of Buffington
    Harbor Riverboats, L.L.C. ("BHR") and the joint ownership, development
    and operation of all common land-based and waterside operations in
    support of each of Trump Indiana's and Barden's separate riverboat
    casinos at Buffington Harbor. The Indiana Riverboat has approximately
    37,000 square feet of gaming space and features 1,500 slot machines and
    73 table games, and is one of the largest riverboat casinos in the United
    States. The Indiana Riverboat's principal market is the approximately 6.8
    million people residing within 50 miles of the Indiana Riverboat in the
    greater Chicago metropolitan area. Approximately 11.2 million and 24.2
    million people live within a 100- and 200-mile radius of Buffington
    Harbor, respectively.
 
  . THE "TRUMP" NAME. THCR capitalizes on the widespread recognition of the
    "Trump" name and its association with high quality amenities and first
    class service. To this end, THCR provides a broadly diversified gaming
    and entertainment experience consistent with the "Trump" name and
    reputation for quality, tailored to the gaming patron in each market.
    THCR also benefits from the "Trump" name in connection with its efforts
    to expand and to procure new gaming opportunities in the United States
    and abroad. THCR explores opportunities to establish additional gaming
    operations, particularly in jurisdictions where the legalization of
    casino gaming is relatively new or anticipated.
 
  The following table profiles THCR's current casino and hotel capacity:
 
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                                        PLAZA   MAHAL  CASTLE  RIVERBOAT  TOTAL
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Gaming square footage................. 139,474 139,100 76,100   37,000   391,674
Slot machines.........................   4,223   3,799  2,339    1,500    11,861
Table games (including poker).........     141     231     93       73       538
Hotel rooms...........................   1,404   1,250    728      --      3,382
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  Trump Casino Services, L.L.C., a New Jersey limited liability company
("TCS"), was formed on June 27, 1996 for the purpose of realizing cost savings
and operational synergies by consolidating certain administrative functions
of, and providing certain services to, each of Plaza Associates and Taj
Associates, the owner and
 
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operator of Trump Plaza and the Taj Mahal, respectively. Trump Atlantic City
Associates ("Trump AC") and Trump Atlantic City Corporation ("TACC"), a wholly
owned subsidiary of Trump AC, own a 99% and 1% interest, respectively, in TCS.
On July 8, 1996, TCS, Plaza Associates and Taj Associates entered into an
agreement (the "TCS Services Agreement") pursuant to which TCS provides to
each of Taj Associates and Plaza Associates certain management, financial and
other functions and services necessary and incidental to the respective
operation of each of their casino hotels. On October 23, 1996, TCS, Plaza
Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates entered into an Amended and
Restated Services Agreement pursuant to which TCS will also provide those same
functions and services to Castle Associates in connection with the operation
of Trump's Castle. Trump Communications, L.L.C. ("Trump Communications"), a
New Jersey limited liability company and a subsidiary of TCS, was formed on
January 31, 1997 for the purpose of realizing cost savings and operational
synergies by consolidating advertising functions of, and providing certain
services to, each of Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates.
 
THCR operates in only one industry segment. See "Financial Statements and
Supplementary Data."
 
TRUMP PLAZA
 
  Management believes that Trump Plaza's "Four Star" Mobil Travel Guide rating
and "Four Diamond" American Automobile Association ("AAA") rating reflect the
high quality amenities and services that Trump Plaza provides to its casino
patrons and hotel guests. These amenities and services include a broad
selection of dining choices, headline entertainment, deluxe accommodations,
tennis courts and swimming and health spa facilities.
 
  The Trump Plaza Expansion. Management believes that as a result of the Trump
Plaza Expansion and Trump Plaza's strategic location, Trump Plaza is well
positioned to be one of the premier host properties in Atlantic City. The
Trump Plaza Expansion was completed in May 1996 and increased Trump Plaza's
prime central frontage on The Boardwalk to nearly a quarter of a mile.
Management believes that the construction of the new convention center and
tourist corridor linking the new convention center with The Boardwalk enhances
the desirability of Atlantic City generally and, as a result of Trump Plaza's
central location, benefits Trump Plaza in particular. In addition, management
has taken advantage of recent gaming regulatory changes that allow casino
space to be directly visible and accessible from The Boardwalk. Trump Plaza's
location on The Boardwalk at the end of the main highway into Atlantic City
makes it highly accessible for both "drive-in" and "walk-in" patrons.
 
  On February 16, 1996, Trump Plaza opened the Ocean View Casino and Bar and
249 rooms at Trump Plaza East. Management opened the remaining rooms and
suites at Trump Plaza East in March 1996. Trump Plaza East has approximately
15,000 square-feet of casino space and approximately 349 hotel rooms,
including nine super suites which opened in February 1997. Trump Plaza has
been reconfigured to provide a new entranceway to Trump Plaza directly off the
Atlantic City Expressway. Management believes the increased hotel capacity as
a result of the Trump Plaza Expansion enables Trump Plaza better to meet
demand and accommodate its casino guests, as well as to host additional and
larger conventions and corporate meetings.
 
  In May 1996, THCR completed the renovations and integration of Trump World's
Fair, located on The Boardwalk adjacent to the existing Atlantic City
Convention Center, into Trump Plaza. Trump World's Fair has added 49,193
square-feet of casino floor space, approximately 16,000 of which is directly
accessible from The Boardwalk, and 500 hotel rooms, connected to Trump Plaza's
main tower by an enclosed walkway overlooking The Boardwalk.
 
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  The following table details Trump Plaza's current casino and hotel capacity:
 
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Gaming square footage........      75,395        14,886       49,193     139,474
Slot machines................       2,358           405        1,460       4,223
Table games..................          97            12           32         141
Hotel rooms..................         555           349          500       1,404
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(a) Includes the 2,000 square-foot area which connects the main facility with
    Trump Plaza East and the 75 slot machines included in this area.
(b) Includes nine super suites which opened in February 1997.
 
  Trump Plaza's management team has launched a variety of initiatives designed
to increase the level of gaming activity generally at its casino and to
attract casino patrons who tend to wager more frequently and in larger
denominations than the typical Atlantic City patron. These initiatives include
targeted marketing and advertising campaigns directed to select groups of
customers in the Boston-New York-Washington, D.C. corridor, the introduction
of new slot machines and table games and the addition of bill acceptors on
slot machines.
 
 ATLANTIC CITY MARKETING STRATEGY
 
  Trump Plaza. Trump Plaza East has been integrated into Trump Plaza and
together the two are operated as a single casino hotel facility. Trump Plaza
will continue the marketing strategies it has found successful in the past,
including targeting lucrative high-end drive-in slot customers. Management
believes the additional hotel rooms and gaming facilities at Trump Plaza East
will better enable Trump Plaza to accommodate the more profitable weekend
drive-in patron, who tends to wager more per play and per visit than the
typical walk-in or bus patron.
 
  Trump World's Fair. Trump World's Fair is seeking to attract the "middle
market" segment (primarily bus customers and Boardwalk pedestrian traffic) by
offering high value food and entertainment attractions in a festive "World's
Fair" atmosphere. The first floor of Trump World's Fair features a Boardwalk
level casino offering walk-in customers direct access from The Boardwalk to
569 slot machines. In addition, Trump World's Fair constructed a new bus
terminal that has a dedicated escalator leading directly to a separate casino
entertainment area that contains a 500-seat buffet, an Oriental Pavilion and a
casino with approximately 538 slot machines. The new bus terminal and
dedicated casino facilities allow Trump World's Fair to serve efficiently a
high volume of bus customers. The second floor of Trump World's Fair has
approximately 383 slot machines and 32 table games along with additional
restaurants. Moreover, with its prime location adjoining the current Atlantic
City Convention Center and near the new Atlantic City Convention Center and
its newly refurbished room base of 500 rooms and approximately 50,000 square-
feet of total gaming space, management believes that Trump World's Fair is
ideally suited to attract convention visitor traffic.
 
 TRUMP PLAZA BUSINESS STRATEGY
 
  General. A primary element of Trump Plaza's business strategy is to seek to
attract patrons who tend to wager more frequently and in larger denominations
than the typical Atlantic City gaming customer. Such high-end players
typically wager $5 or more per play in slots and $25 or more per play in table
games. In order to attract more high-end gaming patrons to Trump Plaza in a
cost-effective manner, Plaza Associates, the owner and operator of Trump
Plaza, has refocused its marketing efforts. Commencing in 1991, Plaza
Associates substantially curtailed costly "junket" marketing operations which
involved attracting groups of patrons to the facility on an entirely
complimentary basis (e.g., by providing free air fare, gifts and room
accommodations). In the fall of 1992, Plaza Associates decided to de-emphasize
marketing efforts directed at "high roller" patrons from the Far East, who
tend to wager $50,000 or more per play in table games. Plaza Associates
determined that the potential benefit derived from these patrons did not
outweigh the high costs associated with attracting such
 
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players and the resultant volatility in the results of operations of Trump
Plaza. Revenues derived from high roller patrons have declined since 1992,
although management believes that such revenue loss has not had a significant
impact on profitability for the reasons discussed above. In addition, this
shift in marketing strategy has allowed Plaza Associates to focus its efforts
on attracting the high-end players.
 
  Although considered one property, Trump Plaza and Trump World's Fair possess
separate marketing identities. Trump Plaza caters to the mid to high level
segment while Trump World's Fair focuses on the mass market. Trump Plaza's
concentration of special events, entertainment, suites and variety of gourmet
restaurants define its presence and highly perceived image. The suite
renovation and high-end slot club expansion projects indicate Plaza
Associates' commitment to this segment of the market. While Trump Plaza
strives to accommodate the more lucrative drive-in patron, Trump World's Fair
offers a fun, relaxing experience which is extremely appealing to the bus
rider. A combination of lower slot denominations, including Atlantic City's
largest nickel lounge, lower table limits, sweepstakes, bus bingo programs,
on-floor tournaments and a premier buffet make this possible.
 
  "Comping" Strategy. In order to compete effectively with other Atlantic City
casino hotels, Plaza Associates offers complimentary drinks, meals, room
accommodations and/or travel arrangements to its patrons ("complimentaries" or
"comps"). Management monitors Trump Plaza's policy so as to provide
complimentaries primarily to patrons with a demonstrated propensity to wager
at Trump Plaza.
 
  Entertainment. Trump Plaza offers headline entertainment as part of its
strategy to attract high-end and other patrons. Trump Plaza offers headline
entertainment weekly during the summer and monthly during the off- season, and
also features other entertainment and revue shows.
 
  Player Development/Casino Hosts. Plaza Associates currently employs gaming
representatives in New Jersey, New York and other states, as well as several
international representatives, to promote Trump Plaza to prospective gaming
patrons. Player development personnel host special events, offer incentives
and contact patrons directly in an effort to attract high-end table game
patrons from the United States, Canada and South America. Trump Plaza's casino
hosts assist patrons on the casino floor, make room and dinner reservations
and provide general assistance. They also solicit Trump Card (the frequent
player slot card) sign-ups in order to increase Plaza Associates' marketing
base.
 
  Promotional Activities. The Trump Card constitutes a key element in Trump
Plaza's direct marketing program. Slot machine players are encouraged to
register for and utilize their personalized Trump Card to earn various
complimentaries based upon their level of play. The Trump Card is inserted
during play into a card reader attached to the slot machine for use in
computerized rating systems. Plaza Associates' computer systems record data
about the cardholders, including playing preferences, frequency and
denomination of play and the amount of gaming revenues produced.
 
  Trump Plaza designs promotional offers, conveyed via direct mail and
telemarketing, to patrons expected to provide revenues based upon their
historical gaming patterns. Such information is gathered on slot wagering by
the Trump Card and on table game wagering by the casino game supervisors.
Promotional activities include the mailing of vouchers for complimentary slot
play. Trump Plaza also utilizes a special events calendar (e.g., birthday
parties, sweepstakes and special competitions) to promote its gaming
operations.
 
  Bus Program. Trump Plaza has a bus program, which transports approximately
2,400 gaming patrons per day during the week and 3,500 per day on the
weekends. Trump Plaza's bus program offers incentives and discounts to certain
scheduled and chartered bus customers. Trump Plaza's Transportation Facility
(as defined) contains 13 bus bays and is connected by an enclosed pedestrian
walkway to Trump Plaza. The Transportation Facility provides patrons with
immediate access to the casino, and contains a comfortable lounge area for
patrons waiting for return buses. Trump World's Fair has a newly constructed
bus terminal with a dedicated escalator leading directly to a casino
entertainment area complete with an international buffet. Trump World's Fair
bus terminal provides patrons with a spacious lounge area with a view of the
Atlantic Ocean and The Boardwalk.
 
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Trump World's Fair's bus program transports approximately 1,200 gaming patrons
per day during the week and 2,600 per day on weekends.
 
  Credit Policy. Historically, Trump Plaza has extended credit to certain
qualified patrons. For the years ended December 31, 1994, 1995 and 1996,
credit play as a percentage of total dollars wagered was approximately 17%,
18% and 17%, respectively. As part of Trump Plaza's business strategy, Trump
Plaza has imposed stricter standards on applications for new or additional
credit.
 
 FACILITIES AND AMENITIES
 
  Trump Plaza. The casino in Trump Plaza's main tower currently offers 97
table games and 2,368 slot machines. In addition to the casino, Trump Plaza's
main tower consists of a 31-story tower with 555 guest rooms, including 62
suites. Trump Plaza's main tower also offers 10 restaurants, a 750-seat
cabaret theater, four cocktail lounges, 28,000 square-feet of convention,
ballroom and meeting room space, a swimming pool, tennis courts and a health
spa.
 
  The entry level of Trump Plaza's main tower includes a cocktail lounge, two
gift shops, a deli, a coffee shop, an ice cream parlor and a buffet. The
casino level houses the casino, a fast food restaurant, an exclusive slot
lounge for high-end patrons and an ocean view high-end slot area. An enclosed
walkway connects Trump Plaza at the casino level with the Atlantic City
Convention Center and with Trump World's Fair.
 
  On February 16, 1996, Trump Plaza opened the 15,000 square-foot Ocean View
Casino and Bar and 249 of its 349 hotel rooms at Trump Plaza East. Management
opened the remaining rooms and suites at Trump Plaza East in March 1996. The
Ocean View Casino and Bar is the first gaming room in Atlantic City to combine
a casino, bar and entertainment area, and features a 70-foot long bar with 27
bar-top slot machines, live entertainment and a 58 square-foot video wall,
complemented by six additional television sets along the bar. With its high
ceilings and windows overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and The Boardwalk, Trump
Plaza has created a new and exciting entertainment environment for its casino
patrons.
 
  Trump Plaza's guest rooms are located in two towers which afford most guest
rooms a view of the ocean. While rooms are of varying size, a typical guest
room consists of approximately 400 square feet. Trump Plaza's main tower also
features 16 one-bedroom suites, 28 two-bedroom suites and 18 "Super Suites."
The Super Suites are located on the top two floors of Trump Plaza's main tower
and offer luxurious accommodations and 24-hour butler and maid service. The
Super Suites and certain other suites are located on the "Club Level" which
requires guests to use a special elevator key for access, and contains a
lounge area that offers food and bar facilities.
 
  Trump Plaza's main tower is connected by an enclosed pedestrian walkway to a
10-story parking garage, which can accommodate approximately 2,650 cars, and
contains 13 bus bays, a comfortable lounge, a gift shop and a waiting area
(the "Transportation Facility"). The Transportation Facility provides patrons
with immediate access to the casino, and is located directly off the Atlantic
City Expressway, the main highway into Atlantic City.
 
  In July 1994, Time Warner opened its second largest Warner Brothers Studio
Store occupying the entire first floor of retail space on The Boardwalk at
Trump Plaza East (approximately 17,000 square feet).
 
  Trump World's Fair. Trump World's Fair is connected to Trump Plaza's main
tower by an enclosed walkway overlooking The Boardwalk and adds an additional
500 hotel rooms to Trump Plaza. In addition, Trump World's Fair is outfitted
with approximately 50,000 square feet of casino floor space housing 1,460 slot
machines and 32 table games. In addition to the casino, Trump World's Fair
features three restaurants, including a state-of-the-art buffet, a cocktail
lounge, convention, ballroom and meeting room space, a swimming pool and a
health spa. The enclosed walkway runs through a portion of the Atlantic City
Convention Center, which is located between Trump World's Fair and Trump
Plaza's main tower. Plaza Associates has acquired an easement
 
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with regard to this walkway through the Atlantic City Convention Center.
See "--Gaming and Other Laws and Regulations--New Jersey Gaming Regulations--
Approved Hotel Facilities" and "Properties--Trump Plaza--Trump World's Fair."
 
 EMPLOYEES AND LABOR RELATIONS
 
  Plaza Associates has approximately 4,900 employees of whom approximately
1,700 are covered by collective bargaining agreements. The collective
bargaining agreement with Local No. 54 expires on September 15, 1999.
Management believes that its relationships with its employees are
satisfactory. Certain of Plaza Associates' employees must be licensed or
registered under the New Jersey Casino Control Act (the "Casino Control Act").
 
  In April 1993, the National Labor Relations Board (the "NLRB") found that
Plaza Associates had violated the National Labor Relations Act (the "NLRA") in
the context of a union organizing campaign by table game dealers of Plaza
Associates in association with the Sports Arena and Casino Employees Union
Local 137 ("Local 137"). In connection with such finding, Plaza Associates was
ordered to refrain from interfering with, restraining or coercing employees in
the exercise of the rights guaranteed them by Section 7 of the NLRA, to notify
its employees of such rights and to hold an election by secret ballot among
its employees regarding whether they desire to be represented for collective
bargaining by Local 137. The election was held on May 20 and 21, 1994 and the
vote, which has been certified by the NLRB, was in favor of management and
against representation by Local 137.
 
 HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
 
  The 1992 Plaza Restructuring. In 1991, Plaza Associates experienced
liquidity problems. Management believes that those liquidity problems were
attributable, in part, to an overall deterioration in the Atlantic City
Market, as indicated by reduced rates of casino revenue growth for the
industry for the two prior years, aggravated by an economic recession in the
Northeast. In addition, increased casino gaming capacity in Atlantic City, due
in part to the opening of the Taj Mahal in April 1990, may also have
contributed to Plaza Associates' liquidity problems.
 
  In order to alleviate its liquidity problem, Plaza Associates and Trump
Plaza Funding, Inc. ("Plaza Funding") restructured their indebtedness through
a prepackaged plan of reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code
(the "1992 Plaza Restructuring").
 
  The purpose of the 1992 Plaza Restructuring was to improve the amortization
schedule and extend the maturity of Plaza Associates' indebtedness by (i)
eliminating the sinking fund requirement on Plaza Funding's 12 7/8% Mortgage
Bonds due 1998 (the "Original Plaza Bonds"), (ii) extending the maturity of
such indebtedness from 1998 to 2002, (iii) lowering the interest rate from 12
7/8% per annum to 12% per annum, (iv) reducing the aggregate principal amount
of the indebtedness under the Original Plaza Bonds and certain other
indebtedness from $250 million to $225 million and (v) eliminating certain
other indebtedness by reconstituting such debt in part as new bonds (the
"Successor Plaza Bonds") and in part as Stock Units (as defined). The 1992
Plaza Restructuring was necessitated by the inability to either generate cash
flow or obtain additional financing sufficient to make the scheduled sinking
fund payment on the Original Plaza Bonds. In connection with the 1992 Plaza
Restructuring, each holder of $1,000 principal amount of Original Plaza Bonds
and such other indebtedness received (i) $900 principal amount of Successor
Plaza Bonds, (ii) 12 Stock Units, each representing one share of THCR Common
Stock and one share of Preferred Stock of Plaza Funding (the "Stock Units")
and (iii) cash payments of approximately $58.65, reflecting accrued interest.
 
  On May 29, 1992, Plaza Funding, which theretofore had no interest in Plaza
Associates, received a 50% beneficial interest in TP/GP, Inc. ("Trump Plaza
GP"), and Plaza Funding and Trump Plaza GP were admitted as partners of Plaza
Associates. Plaza Funding also issued approximately three million Stock Units
to holders of the Original Plaza Bonds and certain other indebtedness.
Pursuant to the terms of the Plaza Associates partnership agreement, Plaza
Funding was issued a preferred partnership interest, which provided Plaza
Funding
 
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with partnership distributions designed to pay dividends on, and the
redemption price of, the Stock Units. Trump Plaza GP became the managing
general partner of Plaza Associates, and, through its Board of Directors,
managed the affairs of Plaza Associates. Trump Plaza GP was subsequently
merged with and into Plaza Funding, which became the managing general partner
of Plaza Associates.
 
  The 1993 Plaza Refinancing. The Successor Plaza Bonds and the Stock Units
were redeemed in 1993 out of the proceeds of a refinancing designed to enhance
Plaza Associates' liquidity and to position Plaza Associates for a subsequent
deleveraging transaction. The 1993 refinancing included (i) the sale by Plaza
Funding of $330 million in aggregate principal amount of 10 7/8% Mortgage
Notes due 2001 (the "Plaza Notes") and (ii) the sale by Trump AC (known prior
to April 17, 1996 as Trump Plaza Holding Associates) of $60 million aggregate
principal amount of 12 1/2% Pay-In-Kind Notes due 2003 (the "Plaza PIK Notes")
and warrants to acquire an aggregate of $12 million in principal amount of
additional Plaza PIK Notes (the "Plaza PIK Note Warrants"). Upon consummation
of the refinancing, Plaza Funding held a 1% equity interest in Plaza
Associates and Trump Atlantic City Holding, Inc., known prior to April 17,
1996 as Trump Plaza Holding, Inc. ("Trump AC Holding"), held a 99% equity
interest.
 
  The 1995 and 1996 Events. In connection with the initial public offering
(the "June 1995 Stock Offering") of 10 million shares of THCR Common Stock,
THCR Holdings repurchased and redeemed the Plaza PIK Notes and the Plaza PIK
Note Warrants. In addition, in connection with the June 1995 Stock Offering
and the offering by THCR Holdings and its wholly owned finance subsidiary,
Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Funding, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("THCR
Funding"), of $155 million 15 1/2% Senior Secured Notes due 2005 (the "Senior
Notes") (the "June 1995 Note Offering" and, together with the June 1995 Stock
Offering, the "June 1995 Offerings"), Trump transferred, pursuant to a
contribution agreement, to THCR Holdings his ownership interests in Plaza
Funding and Trump AC. Upon the consummation of the June 1995 Offerings, THCR
Holdings owned Plaza Associates. In connection with the Taj Acquisition, Trump
AC became the owner of Plaza Associates and Taj Associates. See "Executive
Compensation--Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation--Taj
Acquisition."
 
THE TAJ MAHAL
 
  The Taj Mahal has ranked first among all Atlantic City casinos in terms of
total gaming revenues, table revenues and slot revenues since it commenced
operations in 1990. The Taj Mahal capitalizes on the widespread recognition
and marquee status of the "Trump" name and its association with high quality
amenities and first-class service as evidenced by its "Four Star" Mobil Travel
Guide rating. Management believes that the breadth and diversity of the Taj
Mahal's casino, entertainment and convention facilities and its status as a
"must see" attraction will enable the Taj Mahal to benefit from the expected
continued growth of the Atlantic City market.
 
  In recent years, under the direction of Trump and the management team led by
Nicholas L. Ribis, its Chief Executive Officer, Taj Associates, the owner and
operator of the Taj Mahal, completed construction of the Taj Entertainment
Complex (as defined), reconfigured and expanded the casino floor to provide
race simulcasting, poker wagering and keno, opened an Asian themed table game
area, opened the Bengal Club for mid-level preferred players and increased the
number of poker tables and slot machines. The Taj Mahal's poker room is the
largest in Atlantic City, which management believes adds to its overall gaming
experience. Taj Associates continually monitors operations to adapt to and
anticipate industry trends. From 1994 to 1996, the Taj Mahal embarked on a
strategy to refurbish all of its hotel guest rooms and corridors and to
replace all of its existing slot machines with new, more efficient machines
with bill acceptors. Moreover, to further attract high-end players, the Taj
Mahal opened the Dragon Room, an Asian themed table gaming area with 16 table
games, and the Sultan's Palace, a separate 5,900 square-foot high-end slot
lounge and private club. Moreover, to increase entertainment opportunities for
customers, the Hard Rock Cafe opened in November 1996 and the All Star Cafe
opened in March 1997. A Warner Brothers Studio Store is scheduled to open at
the Taj Mahal in May 1997.
 
  The Taj Mahal Expansion. The Taj Mahal Expansion consists of the
construction of a new 15-bay bus terminal, which was completed in December
1996, a 2,400 space expansion of the existing self parking facilities
 
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which is expected to be completed in May 1997, and an approximately 7,000
square-foot casino expansion with approximately 250 slot machines with
Boardwalk frontage which is expected to be completed in June 1997. In
conjunction with the Taj Mahal Expansion, the Hard Rock Cafe opened in
November 1996 and the All Star Cafe opened in March 1997.
 
 THE TAJ MAHAL OPERATIONS
 
  General. The Taj Mahal currently has approximately 139,100 square-feet of
gaming space, 231 table games and 3,799 slot machines, which includes an
approximately 12,000 square-foot poker, keno and race simulcasting room with
64 poker tables, which was added in 1993 and expanded in 1994. The casino's
offerings include blackjack, progressive blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat,
mini baccarat, red dog, sic-bo, pai gow, pai gow poker, Caribbean stud poker,
big six, mini big six, mini dice and let it ride poker. In December 1995, the
Taj Mahal opened an Asian themed table game area which offers 16 popular Asian
table games catering to the Taj Mahal's growing Asian clientele. In May 1996,
the Taj Mahal opened the Sultan's Palace, a high-end slot lounge. In August
1996, the Taj Mahal opened the relocated and expanded President's Club for
high-end slot players.
 
  In December 1996, the Taj Mahal opened a new bus terminal with 15 bays. In
November 1996, the Hard Rock Cafe opened at the Taj Mahal adjacent to the
casino and The Boardwalk. In March 1997, the All Star Cafe opened at the Taj
Mahal. Construction of a Warner Brothers Studio Store is in progress with a
scheduled opening in May 1997. Construction of an approximately 7,000 square-
foot casino expansion with 250 slot machines, with Boardwalk frontage, is
expected to be completed in June 1997. An additional simulcasting facility
featuring horse racing, catering to Asian clientele, is also expected to be
completed in June 1997. In addition, as a special bonus to high-end players,
the Taj Mahal offers three clubs for the exclusive use of select customers:
the Maharajah Club for table game players, the President's Club for high-end
slot players and the Bengal Club for other preferred slot players.
 
  The Taj Mahal currently consists of a 42-story hotel tower and contiguous
low-rise structure sited on approximately 17 acres of land. The Taj Mahal has
1,250 guest rooms (including 242 suites), 15 dining and 10 beverage locations,
parking for approximately 5,200 cars, a 15-bay bus terminal and approximately
65,000 square-feet of ballroom, meeting room and pre-function area space. In
addition, the Taj Mahal features a 20,000 square-foot multi-purpose
entertainment complex known as the Xanadu Theater with seating capacity for
approximately 1,200 people which can be used as a theater, concert hall,
boxing arena or exhibition hall, and the Mark Etess Arena, which comprises an
approximately 63,000 square-foot exhibition hall and entertainment facility
(the "Taj Entertainment Complex"). The Xanadu Theater and Mark Etess Arena
have allowed the Taj Mahal to offer longer running, more established
productions that cater to the tastes of the Taj Mahal's high-end international
guests, and has afforded the Taj Mahal more flexibility in the use of its
facilities for sporting and other headline programs. The Taj Mahal regularly
engages well-known musicians and entertainment personalities and will continue
to emphasize weekend marquee events such as Broadway revues, high visibility
sporting events, international festivals and contemporary concerts to maximize
casino traffic and to maintain the highest level of glamour and excitement at
the Taj Mahal.
 
  Gaming Environment. The Taj Mahal's management continues to capitalize on
the Taj Mahal's status as one of the largest facilities in Atlantic City and a
"must see" attraction, while maintaining the attractiveness of the property
and providing a comfortable gaming experience. In 1994, the Taj Mahal
completed a major redecoration of the hotel lobby, a casino floor expansion
and a reconfiguration, as well as the addition of a new mid-level player slot
club. The casino floor expansion and reconfiguration accommodated the addition
of keno, poker tables and slot machines. Approximately 3,300 new slot machines
were placed in service during 1994, 1995 and 1996 to replace older models. In
addition, in June 1993, the Taj Mahal completed a 10,000 square-foot poker and
simulcast area (which was subsequently enlarged to 12,000 square feet), which
features 64 poker tables in the largest poker room in Atlantic City. For the
year ended December 31, 1996, the Taj Mahal captured approximately 49.3% of
the total Atlantic City poker revenues.
 
 
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  The Taj Mahal currently intends to reconfigure its casino floor, subject to
approval by the New Jersey Casino Control Commission (the "CCC") on an ongoing
basis to accommodate changes in patron demand. Management continuously
monitors the configuration of the casino floor and the games it offers to
patrons with a view towards making changes and improvements. For example, the
Taj Mahal's casino floor has clear, large signs for the convenience of
patrons. Additionally, as new games have been approved by the CCC, management
has integrated such games to the extent it deems appropriate. In 1994, the Taj
Mahal introduced the newly-approved games of keno and caribbean stud poker
and, in 1995, introduced the games of pai gow, pai gow poker and let it ride
poker. Progressive blackjack and mini dice were also added in 1996 and 1997,
respectively.
 
  "Comping" Strategy. In order to compete effectively with other casino
hotels, the Taj Mahal offers complimentaries. Currently, the policy at the Taj
Mahal is to focus promotional activities, including complimentaries, on middle
and upper middle market "drive in" patrons who visit Atlantic City frequently
and have proven to be the most profitable market segment. Additionally, as a
result of increased regulatory flexibility, the Taj Mahal has implemented a
cash comping policy to high-end players in order to compete with similar
practices in Las Vegas and to attract international business.
 
  Entertainment. The Taj Mahal believes headline entertainment, as well as
other entertainment and revue shows, is an effective means of attracting and
retaining gaming patrons. The Xanadu Theater allows the Taj Mahal to offer
longer running, more established productions that cater to the tastes of the
Taj Mahal's high-end international guests. The Xanadu Theater, together with
the Mark Etess Arena (an approximately 63,000 square-foot exhibition hall
facility), afford the Taj Mahal more flexibility in the use of its larger
entertainment arena for sporting and other headline programs. The Taj Mahal
regularly engages well-known musicians and entertainment personalities and
will continue to emphasize weekend "marquee" events such as Broadway revues,
high visibility sporting events, festivals and contemporary concerts to
maintain the highest level of glamour and excitement. Mid-week uses for the
facilities include convention events and casino marketing sweepstakes.
 
  Player Development. The Taj Mahal employs sales representatives as a means
of attracting high-end slot and table gaming patrons to the property. The Taj
Mahal currently employs numerous gaming representatives in New Jersey, New
York and other states, as well as several international representatives, to
host special events, offer incentives and contact patrons directly in the
United States, Canada and South America. In addition, targeted marketing to
international clientele will be continued and expanded through new sales
representatives in Latin America, Mexico, Europe, the Far East and the Middle
East.
 
  The casino hosts assist patrons on the casino floor, make room and dinner
reservations and provide general assistance. They also solicit Trump Card (the
frequent player card) sign-ups to increase the Taj Mahal's marketing base.
 
  The Taj Mahal also plans to continue the development of its slot and coin
programs through direct mail and targeted marketing campaigns emphasizing the
high-end player. "Motorcoach Marketing," the Taj Mahal's customer bus-in
program, has been an important component of player development and will
continue to focus on tailoring its player base and maintaining a low-cost
package.
 
  Promotional Activities. The Trump Card, a player identification card,
constitutes a key element in the Taj Mahal's direct marketing program. Both
table and slot machine players are encouraged to register for and utilize
their personalized Trump Card to earn various complimentaries and incentives
based on their level of play. The Trump Card is inserted during play into a
card reader attached to the table or slot machine for use in computerized
rating systems. These computer systems record data about the cardholder,
including playing preferences, frequency and denomination of play and the
amount of gaming revenues produced. Sales and management personnel are able to
monitor the identity and location of the cardholder and the frequency and
denomination of such cardholder's play. They can also use this information to
provide attentive service to the cardholder while the patron is on the casino
floor.
 
 
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  The Taj Mahal designs promotional offers, conveyed via direct mail and
telemarketing, to patrons expected to provide revenues based upon their
historical gaming patterns. Such information is gathered on slot wagering by
the Trump Card and on table game wagering by the casino games supervisor.
Promotional activities at the Taj Mahal include the mailing of vouchers for
complimentary slot play and utilization of a special events calendar (e.g.,
birthday parties, sweepstakes and special competitions) to promote its gaming
operations.
 
  The Taj Mahal conducts slot machine and table game tournaments in which cash
prizes are offered to a select group of players invited to participate in the
tournament based upon their tendency to play. Special events such as "Slot
Sweepstakes" and "bingo" are designed to increase mid-week business. Players
at these tournaments tend to play at their own expense during "off-hours" of
the tournament. At times, tournament players are also offered special dining
and entertainment privileges that encourage them to remain at the Taj Mahal.
 
  Credit Policy. Historically, the Taj Mahal has extended credit on a
discretionary basis to certain qualified patrons. For the years ended December
31, 1994, 1995 and 1996, the Taj Mahal's credit play as a percentage of total
dollars wagered was approximately 22.8%, 24.5% and 29.7%, respectively.
 
 EMPLOYEES
 
  Taj Associates has approximately 5,800 employees for the operation of the
Taj Mahal, of whom approximately 1,980 employees are covered by collective
bargaining agreements. The collective bargaining agreement with Local No. 54
expires on September 15, 1999. Management believes that its relationships with
its employees are satisfactory and that its staffing levels are sufficient to
provide superior service. Certain of Taj Associates' employees must be
licensed or registered under the Casino Control Act.
 
 TAJ ACQUISITION
 
  On April 17, 1996, a subsidiary of THCR Holdings was merged (the "Taj
Merger") with and into Taj Mahal Holding Corp., known after the Taj
Acquisition as THCR Holding Corp. ("THCR Holding Corp."). As a result of the
Taj Acquisition and the related transactions discussed below, THCR Holdings
acquired Taj Associates. The Taj Acquisition included, among other things:
 
    (a) the payment of an aggregate of approximately $31,181,240 in cash and
  the issuance of 323,423 shares of THCR Common Stock to the holders of THCR
  Holding Corp.'s Class A Common Stock, par value $.01 per share ("THCR
  Holding Corp. Class A Common Stock");
 
    (b) the contribution (i) by Trump to Trump AC of all of his direct and
  indirect ownership interests in Taj Associates, pursuant to the
  contribution agreement, dated as of April 17, 1996, among Trump, Trump
  Casinos, Inc. ("TCI"), TM/GP Corporation, known after the Taj Acquisition
  as THCR/CP Corporation ("THCR/LP"), and THCR Holdings in exchange for a
  modification of Trump's limited partnership interest in THCR Holdings and
  (ii) by THCR to Trump AC of all of its direct ownership interests in Taj
  Associates acquired in the Taj Merger;
 
    (c) the public offerings by (i) THCR of 12,500,000 shares of THCR Common
  Stock (plus 750,000 shares of THCR issued in connection with the partial
  exercise of the underwriters' over-allotment option (together, the "Stock
  Offering")), and (ii) Trump AC and Trump AC Funding of the Trump AC
  Mortgage Notes (collectively with the Stock Offering, the "1996
  Offerings");
 
    (d) the redemption, immediately prior to the Taj Merger, of the
  outstanding shares of THCR Holding Corp.'s Class B Common Stock, par value
  $.01 per share ("THCR Holding Corp. Class B Common Stock"), in accordance
  with its terms, for $.50 per share;
 
    (e) the redemption of the outstanding 11.35% Mortgage Bonds, Series A,
  due 1999 (the "Taj Bonds") of Trump Taj Mahal Funding, Inc. ("Taj
  Funding");
 
    (f) the retirement of the outstanding Plaza Notes;
 
    (g) the satisfaction of the indebtedness of Taj Associates under its loan
  agreement with National Westminster Board USA ("NatWest");
 
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    (h) the purchase of certain real property used in the operation of the
  Taj Mahal (the "Specified Parcels") that was leased from Taj Mahal Realty
  Corp. ("Realty Corp.");
 
    (i) the purchase of Trump Plaza East;
 
    (j) the payment to Bankers Trust Company ("Bankers Trust") to obtain
  releases of liens and guarantees that Bankers Trust had in connection with
  indebtedness owed by Trump to Bankers Trust; and
 
    (k) the issuance to Trump of warrants to purchase 1,800,000 shares of
  THCR Common Stock (the "Trump Warrants").
 
  As a result of the contribution by Trump to Trump AC (on behalf, and at the
direction, of THCR Holdings) of his direct and indirect ownership interests in
Taj Associates and the contribution by THCR to Trump AC (on behalf, and at the
direction, of THCR Holdings) of its indirect ownership interests in Taj
Associates acquired in the Taj Merger, together with THCR's contribution to
THCR Holdings of the proceeds from the Stock Offering, Trump's aggregate
beneficial equity interest in THCR Holdings decreased from approximately 40%
to approximately 25% and THCR's aggregate beneficial equity interest in THCR
Holdings increased from approximately 60% to approximately 75%. In addition,
Trump, THCR, TCI and THCR/LP entered into the Second Amended and Restated
Agreement of Limited Partnership of THCR Holdings which provided for, among
other things, the admission of TCI and THCR/LP as limited partners of THCR
Holdings and the adjustments of the respective partnership interests in THCR
Holdings. In connection with the Taj Acquisition, Trump and certain of his
affiliates were released and discharged from certain obligations and all of
the outstanding shares of THCR Holding Corp.'s Class C Common Stock, par value
$.01 per share ("THCR Holding Corp. Class C Common Stock"), all of which were
held by Trump, were cancelled.
 
  In connection with the June 1995 Offerings, Trump and THCR had entered into
an exchange and registration rights agreement (the "Exchange and Registration
Rights Agreement") providing for the exchange of Trump's limited partnership
interest in THCR Holdings for THCR Common Stock and for registration rights
with respect to such shares of THCR Common Stock. In connection with the Taj
Acquisition, Trump, THCR and TCI entered into an amendment to the Exchange and
Registration Rights Agreement, which modified certain of the terms of the
Exchange and Registration Rights Agreement and provides for the exchange of
TCI's limited partnership interests in THCR Holdings for THCR Common Stock and
for registration rights with respect to such shares of THCR Common Stock.
 
TRUMP'S CASTLE
 
  Castle Associates owns and operates Trump's Castle, located on 14.7 acres in
the Marina approximately two miles from The Boardwalk. Trump's Castle is
approximately one-quarter mile from the H-Tract. Trump's Castle consists of a
27-story hotel tower with 728 rooms, including 185 suites, 99 of which are
oversized luxury suites, and approximately 76,100 square feet of gaming space.
Trump's Castle offers 2,339 slot machines, 93 table games (including 6 poker
tables), 8 restaurants, approximately 58,000 square feet of convention,
ballroom and meeting space, a 9-story parking garage, which can accommodate
approximately 3,000 cars, a 460-seat cabaret theater, two cocktail lounges, a
swimming pool, tennis courts, a health club and a roof-top helipad. In
addition, Trump's Castle operates a 645-slip marina which is adjacent to the
casino hotel. An elevated enclosed walkway connects Trump's Castle to a two-
story building which contains offices, a nautically themed retail store, a
cocktail lounge and a 240-seat gourmet restaurant that overlooks the Marina
and the Atlantic City skyline. As a result of its high quality amenities, its
exceptional customer service and its geographical location, Trump's Castle
distinguishes itself as a desirable alternative to the Atlantic City casinos
located on The Boardwalk.
 
 MARKETING STRATEGY
 
  Service. By providing and maintaining a first-class facility and exceptional
service, Trump's Castle has earned the AAA "Four Diamond" rating to complement
its previously existing "Four Star" Mobil Travel Guide rating. Trump's Castle
provides a broadly diversified gaming and entertainment experience consistent
with the "Trump" name and reputation for quality amenities and first-class
service.
 
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  Gaming Environment. Castle Associates continuously monitors the
configuration of the casino floor and the games it offers to patrons with a
view towards making changes and improvements. Trump's Castle casino floor was
the first in Atlantic City to feature live poker.
 
  In recent years, there has been an industry trend in the Atlantic City
Market towards fewer table games and more slot machines. For the Atlantic City
Market, revenue from slot machines increased from 54.6% of the industry gaming
revenue in 1988 to 68.8% of the industry gaming revenue in 1996. Trump's
Castle experienced a similar increase, with slot revenue increasing from 52.5%
of gaming revenue in 1988 to 73.4% of gaming revenue in 1996. In response to
this trend, Trump's Castle has devoted more of its casino floor space to slot
machines and between 1994 and 1996 has replaced approximately 1,000 of its
slot machines with newer machines. Under the present plans of the management
of Trump's Castle, the computerized slot tracking and marketing system will
continue to be upgraded and a variety of improvements will be made to the
casino floor to enhance customer service.
 
  "Comping" Strategy. In order to compete effectively with other Atlantic City
casino hotels, Trump's Castle offers complimentaries primarily to patrons with
a demonstrated propensity for gaming at Trump's Castle. The policy at Trump's
Castle is to focus promotional activities, including complimentaries, on
middle and upper middle market "drive-in" patrons who visit Atlantic City
frequently and have proven to be the most profitable market segment.
 
  Entertainment and Special Events. Castle Associates pursues a coordinated
program of headline entertainment and special events. Trump's Castle offers
headline entertainment approximately ten times a year and a series of revue-
style shows which generally run from six to eight weeks at various dates
throughout the year.
 
  As a part of its marketing plan, Trump's Castle offers special events aimed
at its core, middle and upper-middle market segments. In addition, Trump's
Castle hosts special events on an invitation-only basis in an effort to
attract existing targeted gaming patrons and build loyalty among existing
targeted patrons. These special events include golf tournaments, theme parties
and gaming tournaments. Headline entertainment is scheduled so as not to
overlap with any of these special events.
 
  Player Development and Casino Hosts. Castle Associates has contracts with
sales representatives in New Jersey, New York and other states to promote
Trump's Castle. Trump's Castle has sought to attract more middle market slot
patrons, as well as premium players, through its "junket" marketing
operations, which involve attracting groups of patrons by providing airfare,
gifts and room accommodations. Player development personnel host special
events, offer incentives and contact patrons directly in an effort to attract
high-limit table game patrons.
 
  The casino hosts at Trump's Castle assist table game patrons, and the slot
sales representatives at Trump's Castle assist slot patrons on the casino
floor, make room and dinner reservations and provide general assistance. Slot
sales representatives also solicit Castle Card (the frequent player
identification slot card) sign-ups in order to increase Castle Associates'
marketing base.
 
  Promotional Activities. The Castle Card constitutes a key element in the
direct marketing program of Trump's Castle. Slot machine players are
encouraged to register for and utilize their personalized Castle Card to earn
various complimentaries based upon their level of play. The Castle Card is
inserted during play into a card reader attached to the slot machine for use
in computerized rating systems. These computer systems record data about the
cardholder, including playing preferences, frequency and denomination of play
and the amount of gaming revenues produced. Slot sales and management
personnel are able to monitor the identity and location of the cardholder and
the frequency and denomination of the cardholder's slot play. They also use
this information to provide attentive service to the cardholder on the casino
floor.
 
  Trump's Castle designs promotional offers, conveyed via direct mail and
telemarketing, to patrons expected to provide revenues based upon their
historical gaming patterns. Such information is gathered on slot wagering
 
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by the Castle Card and on table wagering by the casino games supervisor.
Trump's Castle conducts slot machine and table game tournaments in which cash
prizes are offered to a select group of players invited to participate in the
tournament based upon their tendency to play. Such players tend to play at
their own expense during "off-hours" of the tournament. At times, tournament
players are also offered special dining and entertainment privileges that
encourage them to remain at Trump's Castle.
 
  Credit Policy. Historically, Trump's Castle has extended credit on a
discretionary basis to certain qualified patrons. Credit play, as a percentage
of total dollars wagered, was approximately 31.4% for 1996.
 
  Bus Program. Trump's Castle has a bus program which transports approximately
600 gaming patrons per day during the week and 650 per day on the weekends.
Castle Associates' bus program offers incentives and discounts to certain
scheduled and chartered bus customers. Based on historical surveys, Castle
Associates has determined that gaming patrons who arrive by special charters
as opposed to scheduled bus lines or who travel distances of 60 miles or more
are more likely to create higher gaming revenue for Trump's Castle.
Accordingly, Trump's Castle's marketing efforts are focused on such bus
patrons.
 
 TRUMP'S CASTLE EXPANSION
 
  The Trump's Castle Expansion is estimated to be completed by July 1, 2000.
The plans for the Trump's Castle Expansion, which are preliminary in nature
and subject to modification, may include (i) the addition of a new hotel tower
consisting of 780 rooms and suites, (ii) a 430-foot luxury yacht to be moored
in the Marina, which will be physically connected to the casino-hotel and
accessible to the main casino and will feature 40,000 square feet of casino
space with 1,300 slot machines and 40 table games; (iii) a 7,000 square-foot
expansion of the existing coffee shop; and (iv) a 17,000 square-foot expansion
of the existing casino. In addition, during 1997 Castle Associates commenced a
project to retheme the property with a nautical emphasis and rename it the
"Trump Marina." Management is in the process of re-evaluating the plans for
the Trump's Castle Expansion.
 
  The Trump's Castle Expansion is dependent upon a number of factors,
including the availability and terms of financing and the consent of Castle
Associates' debtholders to the incurrence of additional indebtedness. The
Trump's Castle Expansion will also require various licenses and approvals,
including the approval of the CCC. Furthermore, the Casino Control Act
requires that additional guest rooms be put into service within a specified
time period after any such casino expansion. If Castle Associates completed
any casino expansion and subsequently did not complete the requisite number of
additional guest rooms within the specified time period, Castle Associates
might have to close all or a portion of the expanded casino in order to comply
with regulatory requirements, which could have a material adverse effect on
Castle Associates and THCR. In addition, in order to operate the additional
casino space contemplated by the Trump's Castle Expansion, Castle Associates
must obtain, among other regulatory approvals, the determination of the CCC
that the operation of this additional casino space by Castle Associates will
not constitute undue economic concentration of Atlantic City casino
operations. There can be no assurance that Castle Associates will be able to
obtain all the necessary financing, consents, licenses and regulatory
approvals to complete the Trump's Castle Expansion.
 
 EMPLOYEES AND LABOR RELATIONS
 
  Castle Associates employs approximately 3,200 full- and part-time employees,
of whom approximately 1,100 are covered by collective bargaining agreements.
Castle Associates' collective bargaining agreement with Local No. 54 expires
on September 15, 1999. Such agreement extends to approximately 900 employees.
In addition, four other collective bargaining agreements which expire in the
year 2000 cover approximately 200 maintenance employees. Castle Associates
believes that its relationships with its employees are satisfactory. Certain
employees of Castle Associates must be licensed by or registered under the
Casino Control Act.
 
 HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
 
  General. Trump's Castle Funding, Inc. ("Castle Funding") was incorporated
under the laws of the State of New Jersey in May 1985 and is wholly owned by
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financing corporation to raise funds as an agent of Castle Associates. Since
Castle Funding has no business operations, its ability to service its
indebtedness is completely dependent upon funds it receives from Castle
Associates. Accordingly, the following discussion is related primarily to
Castle Associates and its operations.
 
  1992 Castle Recapitalization. On May 29, 1992, TC/GP, Inc., currently known
as Trump Casinos II, Inc. ("TCI-II"), Castle Funding and Castle Associates
restructured their indebtedness through a prepackaged plan of reorganization
to alleviate certain liquidity problems (attributable, in part, to the overall
deterioration in the Atlantic City Market experienced prior to such time,
aggravated by an economic recession in the Northeast and the Persian Gulf
War), to improve the amortization schedule and to extend the maturity of
Castle Associates' indebtedness. In December 1993, Castle Associates, Castle
Funding and certain affiliated entities completed a recapitalization of their
debt and equity capitalization (the "Castle Recapitalization"). The purpose of
the Castle Recapitalization was (i) to improve the debt capitalization of
Castle Associates and, initially, to decrease its cash charges, (ii) to
provide the holders of the Units (comprised of $1,000 principal amount of
Castle Funding's 9 1/2% Mortgage Bonds due 1998 and one share of TCI-II's
common stock (the "Units")), who participated in the exchange offer in
connection with the Castle Recapitalization with a cash payment of $6.19 and
securities having a combined principal amount of $905 for each Unit and (iii)
to provide Trump with beneficial ownership of 100% of the common equity
interests in Castle Associates (subject to the rights of holders of the
certain warrants (the "Castle Warrants") of Trump's Castle Hotel & Casino,
Inc. ("TCHI")).
 
  As a result of the Castle Recapitalization, TCI-II had a 37.5% equity
interest in Castle Associates, Trump had a 61.5% equity interest in Castle
Associates and TCHI had a 1% equity interest in Castle Associates;
accordingly, through his ownership of 100% of TCI-II and TCHI, Trump was the
beneficial owner of 100% of the equity interests in Castle Associates (subject
to the rights of the holders of the Castle Warrants). Also as a consequence of
the Castle Recapitalization, the principal amount of Castle Associates' debt
was reduced, and, initially, Castle Associates' cash charges were reduced.
Upon consummation of the Castle Recapitalization, Castle Associates'
outstanding debt, on a consolidated basis, consisted of the $38 million
outstanding on a term loan with a bank (the "Castle Term Loan"), $27 million
principal amount outstanding of its Castle Senior Notes (as defined), the
approximately $242 million principal amount outstanding of the Castle Mortgage
Notes (as defined) (which are subordinated to the Castle Senior Notes) and the
approximately $50 million principal amount outstanding of its Increasing Rate
Subordinated Pay-in-Kind Notes due 2005 of Castle Funding (the "Castle PIK
Notes") (which are subordinated to both the Castle Senior Notes and the Castle
Mortgage Notes).
 
  Castle PIK Note Acquisition. On June 23, 1995, Castle Associates entered
into an agreement with Hamilton Partners, L.P. ("Hamilton") which granted
Castle Associates an option (the "Castle Option") to acquire the Castle PIK
Notes owned by Hamilton (the "Castle Option Agreement"). The Castle Option was
granted to Castle Associates in consideration of $1.9 million of aggregate
payments to Hamilton. The Castle Option was exercisable at a price equal to
60% of the aggregate principal amount of the Castle PIK Notes delivered by
Hamilton, with accrued but unpaid interest, plus 100% of the Castle PIK Notes
issued to Hamilton as interest subsequent to June 23, 1995. Pursuant to the
terms of the Castle Option Agreement, upon the occurrence of certain events
within 18 months of the time the Castle Option is exercised, Castle Associates
was required to make an additional payment to Hamilton of up to 40% of the
principal amount of the Castle PIK Notes. On May 21, 1996, Castle Associates
assigned the Castle Option to THCR Holdings, which, on that same date,
exercised the Castle Option and acquired approximately 90% of the then
outstanding Castle PIK Notes for approximately $38.7 million (the "Castle
Purchase Price"), in exchange for which THCR Holdings received an aggregate of
approximately $59.3 million principal amount of Castle PIK Notes.
 
  Castle Acquisition. On October 7, 1996, THCR Holdings acquired from Trump
all of the outstanding equity of Castle Associates. The following transactions
were effected in connection with the Castle Acquisition:
 
    (i) Trump contributed to THCR Holdings his 61.5% equity interest in
  Castle Associates, in consideration of which he received a 9.52854% limited
  partnership interest in THCR Holdings, exchangeable into 3,626,450 shares
  of THCR Common Stock (valuing each such share at $30.00 (the "THCR Stock
  Contribution Value"));
 
 
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    (ii) TCI-II contributed to THCR Holdings its 37.5% equity interest in
  Castle Associates, in consideration of which it received a 5.81009% limited
  partnership interest in THCR Holdings, exchangeable into 2,211,250 shares
  of THCR Common Stock (valuing each such share at the THCR Stock
  Contribution Value); and
 
    (iii) THCR-TCHI Merger Corp., a Delaware corporation and a wholly owned
  subsidiary of THCR Holdings ("Merger Sub"), merged with and into TCHI
  (holder of a 1% equity interest in Castle Associates) (the "TCHI Merger")
  whereupon (x) each share of common stock of TCHI, par value $.01 per share
  (the "TCHI Common Stock"), outstanding immediately prior to the TCHI Merger
  was converted into the right to receive $.8845 in cash (the "TCHI
  Consideration") and each share of common stock of Merger Sub was converted
  into the right to receive one share of common stock of the surviving
  corporation of the TCHI Merger and (y) each holder of the Castle Warrants
  issued under a warrant agreement, dated as of December 30, 1993, between
  TCHI and First Bank National Association, as warrant agent, became entitled
  to receive, for each former share of TCHI Common Stock for which each
  Castle Warrant was exercisable, an amount in cash equal to the TCHI
  Consideration.
 
  In the aggregate, Trump received (i) a limited partnership interest in THCR
Holdings convertible into 5,837,700 shares of THCR Common Stock and (ii)
$884,550 in cash. On October 7, 1996, the closing sale price of the THCR
Common Stock on the NYSE was $22.625 per share.
 
  As a result of the Castle Acquisition, on October 7, 1996, THCR's and
Trump's beneficial equity interest in THCR Holdings was approximately 63.4%
and 36.6%, respectively, and Trump's beneficial equity interest in THCR
Holdings was exchangeable into 13,918,723 shares of THCR Common Stock. The
Castle Acquisition was approved by the stockholders of THCR on September 30,
1996.
 
  Other Events. On January 20, 1997, THCR and THCR Holdings executed a letter
of intent (the "Letter of Intent") with Colony Capital, Inc. ("Colony
Capital"), which contemplated, among other things, that an institutional fund
(or an affiliate thereof) for which Colony Capital would act as the investment
advisor would invest $125 million in Castle Associates. On March 27, 1997,
THCR announced that negotiations with respect to the transactions contemplated
by the Letter of Intent have been terminated. See "Legal Proceedings--Castle
Acquisition."
 
INDIANA RIVERBOAT
 
  The Indiana Riverboat features an approximately 280-foot luxury yacht
containing approximately 37,000 square feet of gaming space with 1,500 slot
machines, 73 table games and capacity for approximately 2,450 passengers and
300 employees. The site adjacent to the Indiana Riverboat includes surface
parking for approximately 3,000 automobiles and certain other infrastructure
improvements. The cost to THCR for the development of the Indiana Riverboat,
which includes the land, the vessel, gaming equipment, a pavilion for staging
and ticketing and restaurant facilities, berthing and support facilities and
parking facilities, was $96 million through the opening on June 8, 1996.
During Trump Indiana's initial five-year license term, an additional $57
million of funds (consisting of approximately $40 million for the construction
of a hotel and other amenities and $17 million for infrastructure improvements
and other municipal uses) will be required to be spent in connection with the
Indiana Riverboat facility and related commitments, including commitments
required in connection with the licensure process. The sources of the initial
$96 million included: $62 million from the proceeds of the June 1995 Offerings
and the 1996 Offerings (as defined), $17.5 million from vessel financing,
$14.2 million from equipment financing (including approximately $9 million for
slot machines) and $1.9 million from operating leases. The remaining $57
million required to be spent over the initial five-year license term is
expected to be funded with cash from operations and/or proceeds from the 1996
Offerings.
 
  Buffington Harbor is approximately 25 miles from downtown Chicago. In
addition, the cities of Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Toledo and Grand Rapids are
each within a 175-mile radius of Buffington Harbor. Management believes the
Indiana Riverboat benefits from (i) its location and size, (ii) its strategy
of developing, together with Barden, an array of entertainment, retail and
restaurant attractions, and coordinated cruise schedules
 
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and (iii) the widespread recognition of the "Trump" name and what management
believes to be its reputation for quality. Gaming facilities in Illinois are
presently limited to 1,200 gaming positions under current regulations in
Illinois, which management believes puts Illinois properties at a competitive
disadvantage to larger facilities such as the Indiana Riverboat. THCR has
drawn on these competitive advantages and capitalized on its experience in
gaming activities in Atlantic City in order to create an outstanding gaming
and entertainment experience.
 
  THCR focuses its marketing efforts for the Indiana Riverboat on the middle
market, which makes up the majority of the gaming population in the 200-mile
radius of Buffington Harbor, encompassing portions of the states of Indiana,
Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin (the "Great Lakes Market"). The middle
market constitutes a broad segment of casino patrons who come to a casino for
exciting recreation and entertainment and who typically wager less, on an
individual basis, than high-end patrons. Through the use of the "Trump" name
and systematic marketing programs, THCR is seeking to attract drive-in
customers to the facility. Casinos currently operating in the Great Lakes
Market have generally been very successful, achieving operating results
exceeding those of most new jurisdictional markets in terms of win-per-unit.
Management believes that these operating results indicate that the Great Lakes
Market should be capable of absorbing significant capacity expansion in the
future.
 
  The operation of a gaming riverboat in Indiana is subject to Indiana's
Riverboat Gambling Act (the "Riverboat Gambling Act") and the administrative
rules promulgated thereunder. Under the Riverboat Gambling Act, all games
typically available in Atlantic City casinos are permitted on the Indiana
Riverboat. The riverboat casinos in Indiana are permitted to stay open 20
hours per day, 365 days per year and to extend credit and accept credit charge
cards with no loss or wagering limits. Subject to certain exceptions, a
federal law passed in 1951, commonly known as the Johnson Act, prohibits
gaming vessels from cruising within federal maritime jurisdiction and
prohibits gaming on such vessels. In October 1996, an exemption to the Johnson
Act was enacted that allows gaming on vessels when permitted by state law.
 
   In June 1996, the Indiana Gaming Commission (the "IGC") granted Trump
Indiana a riverboat owner's license for the ownership and operation of a
gaming vessel at Buffington Harbor, which must be renewed by June 2001.
 
  On June 30, 1995, Trump Indiana acquired, pursuant to the Agreement of Sale
with Lehigh Portland Cement Company ("Lehigh"), dated May 10, 1995 (the "Site
Sale Agreement"), approximately 88 acres of land at Buffington Harbor (the
"Buffington Harbor Site") for $13.5 million. Pursuant to an agreement between
Lehigh and Trump Indiana, Lehigh granted Trump Indiana a lease for a term of
up to ten years for the use of the harbor and certain of Lehigh's property
adjacent to the Buffington Harbor site for the docking of the Indiana
Riverboat vessel. No lease payments are due to Lehigh during the first 30
months of the lease. In the event that the use of this property continues
beyond the initial 30-month period, Lehigh will be entitled to receive lease
payments in the amount of $125,000 per month for each month Trump Indiana uses
Lehigh's property during the remaining term of the lease. Trump Indiana
contributed the Buffington Harbor Site and its rights under the Harbor Lease
Agreement to BHR in connection with the formation of BHR. Pursuant to the BHR
Agreement, BHR will own, develop and operate all common land-based and
waterside operations in support of Trump Indiana's and Barden's separate
riverboat casinos at Buffington Harbor. Trump Indiana and Barden are each
equally responsible for the development and the operating expenses of BHR.
 
  In 1994, the City of Gary (the "City") commenced a legal proceeding in Lake
County Superior Court of Indiana captioned City Of Gary v. Lehigh Portland
Cement Company, et al., in which the City sought to exercise its eminent
domain power to acquire certain of Lehigh's property, including the Buffington
Harbor Site, for the purpose of using the land as a gaming venture. On May 12,
1995, the court ruled in favor of the City. Consummation of the condemnation
process is subject to additional conditions. However, on May 27, 1995, THCR
entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (the "MOU") with the City pursuant
to which the City agreed to take all necessary steps to dismiss the
condemnation suit following the closing of the Site Sale Agreement. This
proceeding was dismissed with prejudice in July 1995. THCR and Trump Indiana
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agreed, among other things, to (i) pay to the City $205,000 as reimbursement
for certain costs and expenses incurred by the City, and pay certain
additional costs and expenses to be incurred by the City in connection with
the dismissal of its condemnation suit; (ii) use best efforts to negotiate and
complete by June 20, 1995 a long-term ground lease pursuant to which the City
would lease the Buffington Harbor Site to Trump Indiana for a period of 99
years with rent at $1.00 per year (the "Buffington Harbor Lease"); (iii)
transfer title to the Buffington Harbor Site to the City in consideration of
$1.00 upon closing the Site Sale Agreement, provided the Buffington Harbor
Lease is then effective; (iv) use best efforts to negotiate and complete by
July 25, 1995, a development agreement with the City in order to confirm Trump
Indiana's undertakings to the City pursuant to its certificate of suitability;
and (v) commence construction at the Buffington Harbor Site by the later of
June 30, 1995 or such date on which all permits and approvals necessary for
the development and operation of the Buffington Harbor Site have been
obtained, and use best efforts to commence gaming operations within ninety
(90) days of commencement of construction. On September 29, 1995, Trump
Indiana, Barden and the City entered into an agreement modifying the MOU (the
"Amended MOU"). The Amended MOU permits Trump Indiana and Barden to retain
ownership of the Buffington Harbor Site to be utilized for their riverboat
operations for a payment of $5 million each. To date, THCR and Trump Indiana
have complied with the terms of the Amended MOU.
 
  As contemplated in the Amended MOU and required by the IGC, Trump Indiana
entered into a "Development Agreement" with the City, dated as of May 1, 1996,
which memorialized the commitments made by Trump Indiana to the City during
the licensing process. The Development Agreement replaces the Amended MOU and
sets forth the scope and timing of the capital expenditures committed to be
made by Trump Indiana during the initial five-year term of its riverboat
owner's license, Trump Indiana's agreement to pay to the City four (4%)
percent of Trump Indiana's annual adjusted gross receipts and Trump Indiana's
commitment regarding the employment of women and racial minorities and the
utilization of union labor and local vendors. The Development Agreement also
provides for certain monetary penalties in the event Trump Indiana elects to
abandon the Buffington Harbor Site within the first four years of gaming
operations. In addition, the Development Agreement includes provisions
regarding the "Trump Indiana Foundation," a private foundation established by
Trump Indiana for charitable purposes primarily within the City and Lake
County, Indiana. As of December 31, 1996, Trump Indiana has funded an initial
$1.0 million to the Trump Indiana Foundation and is required to make annual
contributions of $100,000 thereafter.
 
  THCR believes that competition in the gaming industry, particularly the
riverboat and dockside gaming industry, is based on the quality and location
of gaming facilities, the effectiveness of marketing efforts, and customer
service and satisfaction. Although management believes that the location of
the Indiana Riverboat allows THCR to compete effectively with other casinos in
the geographic area surrounding its casino, THCR expects competition in the
casino gaming industry to be intense as more casinos are opened and new
entrants into the gaming industry become operational. See "--Competition."
 
TRADEMARK/LICENSING
 
  Subject to certain restrictions, THCR has the exclusive right to use the
"Trump" name and likeness in connection with gaming and related activities
pursuant to a trademark license agreement between Trump and THCR (the "License
Agreement"). Pursuant to the License Agreement, Trump granted to THCR the
world-wide right and license to use the names "Trump," "Donald Trump" and
"Donald J. Trump" (including variations thereon, the "Trump Names") and
related intellectual property rights (collectively, the "Marks") in connection
with casino and gaming activities and related services and products. The
license is exclusive, subject to existing licenses of the Marks to Castle
Associates, which expire on August 15, 1998. The License Agreement does not
restrict or restrain Trump from the right to use or further license the Trump
Names in connection with services and products other than casino services and
products.
 
  The license is for a term of the later of: (i) June 2015; (ii) such time as
Trump and his affiliates no longer hold a 15% or greater voting interest in
THCR; or (iii) such time as Trump ceases to be employed or retained pursuant
to an employment, management, consulting or similar services agreement with
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of the term of the license, Trump will grant THCR a non-exclusive license for
a reasonable period of transition on terms to be mutually agreed upon between
Trump and THCR. Trump's obligations under the License Agreement are secured by
a security agreement, pursuant to which Trump granted THCR a first priority
security interest in the Marks for use in connection with casino services, as
well as related hotel, bar and restaurant services.
 
CERTAIN INDEBTEDNESS OF THCR
 
  Senior Notes. THCR Holdings and THCR Funding (the "THCR Obligors") are the
issuers of $145 million aggregate principal amount of Senior Notes. The Senior
Notes are the joint and several obligations of the THCR Obligors. Interest on
the Senior Notes is payable semiannually in arrears.
 
  The Senior Notes mature on June 15, 2005. The Senior Notes are not
redeemable prior to June 15, 2000, except pursuant to a Required Regulatory
Redemption (as defined in the indenture pursuant to which the Senior Notes
were issued (the "Senior Note Indenture")). Thereafter, the Senior Notes may
be redeemed at the option of the THCR Obligors, in whole or in part, at any
time on or after June 15, 2000 at the redemption prices set forth in the
Senior Note Indenture, together with accrued and unpaid interest to the date
of redemption.
 
  The obligations of the THCR Obligors under the Senior Note Indenture are
secured by (1) an assignment and pledge to the Trustee under the Senior Note
Indenture (the "Senior Note Trustee") of (a) 100% of the general partnership
interests in Plaza Associates, (b) 100% of the capital stock of Plaza Funding,
(c) 100% of the general partnership interests in Taj Associates, (d) 100% of
the membership interests in Trump Communications, (e) 100% of the capital
stock of TACC, which owns a 1% general partnership interest in Plaza
Associates, a 1% general partnership interest in Taj Associates and a 1%
membership interest in Trump Communications, (f) 100% of the membership
interests in TCS, which owns a 99% membership interest in Trump
Communications, (g) 100% of the capital stock of Trump Atlantic City Funding,
Inc. ("Trump AC Funding"), (h) 100% of the general partnership interests in
Trump AC, which owns 1% of the capital stock of TACC, 99% of the membership
interests of TCS, a 99% general partnership interest in Taj Associates, a 99%
general partnership interest in Plaza Associates and 100% of the capital stock
of Trump AC Funding, (i) 100% of the capital stock of Trump AC Holding, a
direct wholly owned subsidiary of THCR Holdings which owns a 1% general
partnership interest in Trump AC, (j) 100% of the capital stock of Trump
Indiana, (k) 100% of the capital stock of THCR Funding, (l) 100% of the
partnership interests in Castle Associates, (m) 100% of the capital stock of
TCHI, which owns a 1% general partnership interest in Castle Associates, (n)
other equity interests issued from time to time by THCR Holdings or any of its
Subsidiaries (as defined in the Senior Note Indenture), (o) the Castle PIK
Notes held by THCR Holdings and (p) promissory notes issued by THCR Holdings
or any of its subsidiaries, excluding Unrestricted Subsidiaries (as defined in
the Senior Note Indenture), from time to time directly owned or acquired by
THCR Holdings; and (2) certain proceeds from time to time received, receivable
or otherwise distributed in respect of the assets described in clause (1)
above (collectively, the "Senior Note Collateral"). The security interests in
the Senior Note Collateral are first priority security interests and are
exclusive. Any equity interests in Subsidiaries of THCR Holdings which are
acquired by THCR Holdings will be assigned and pledged to the Senior Note
Trustee and the security interests granted in such equity interests will be
exclusive, first priority security interests.
 
  Trump AC Mortgage Notes. As a part of the Taj Acquisition, Trump AC and
Trump AC Funding issued in an underwritten offering $1,200,000,000 aggregate
principal amount of Mortgage Notes which mature on May 1, 2006 (the "Trump AC
Mortgage Notes"). The Trump AC Mortgage Notes include restrictive covenants
prohibiting or limiting, among other things, the sale of assets, the making of
acquisitions and other investments, capital expenditures, the incurrence of
additional debt and liens and the payment of dividends and distributions. Non-
compliance could result in the acceleration of such indebtedness.
 
  Plaza Notes. $330 million of the Plaza Notes of Plaza Funding were retired
in connection with the Taj Acquisition. The Plaza Notes were issued by Plaza
Funding, with Plaza Associates providing a full and unconditional guaranty
thereof. The Plaza Notes were retired through repurchase and defeasance and
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Funding and Plaza Associates were released from their obligations under all
financial and negative covenants and certain other provisions contained in the
indenture under which the Plaza Notes were issued (the "Plaza Note
Indenture"), and the Plaza Note Security (as defined in the Plaza Note
Indenture) was released against the deposit of cash or U.S. government
obligations in an amount sufficient to effect the redemption on June 15, 1998
of all of the Plaza Notes so defeased, at a redemption price of 105% of the
principal amount thereof, together with accrued and unpaid interest to such
date. Additionally, Plaza Funding irrevocably instructed the Plaza Note
Trustee (as defined in the Plaza Note Indenture) to provide notice of such
redemption not less than 30 or more than 60 days prior to June 15, 1998.
 
  Castle Notes. Castle Funding's Mortgage Notes bear interest, payable semi-
annually in cash, at 11 3/4% and mature on November 15, 2003 (the "Castle
Mortgage Notes"). In the event the Castle PIK Notes (discussed below) are
redeemed prior to November 15, 1998, the interest rate on the Castle Mortgage
Notes will be reduced to 11 1/2%. The Castle Mortgage Notes may be redeemed at
Castle Funding's option at a specified percentage of the principal amount
commencing in 1998.
 
  The Castle Mortgage Notes are secured by a promissory note of Castle
Associates to Castle Funding (the "Castle Partnership Note") in an amount and
with payment terms necessary to service the Castle Mortgage Notes. The Castle
Partnership Note is secured by a mortgage on Trump's Castle and substantially
all of the other assets of Castle Associates. The Castle Partnership Note has
been assigned by Castle Funding to the trustee of the indenture under which
the Castle Mortgage Notes were issued to secure the repayment of the Castle
Mortgage Notes. In addition, Castle Associates has guaranteed the payment of
the Castle Mortgage Notes (the "Castle Guaranty"), which is secured by a
mortgage on Trump's Castle and substantially all of the assets of Castle
Associates. The Castle Partnership Note and the Castle Guaranty are expressly
subordinated to the indebtedness of the Castle Senior Notes (as defined) and
the Castle Term Loan described below (collectively, the "Senior Indebtedness")
and the liens of the mortgages securing the Castle Partnership Note and the
Castle Guaranty are subordinate to the liens securing the Senior Indebtedness.
 
  The Castle PIK Notes bear interest payable, at Castle Funding's option in
whole or in part in cash and through the issuance of additional Castle PIK
Notes, semi-annually at the rate of 7% through September 30, 1994 and 13 7/8%
through November 15, 2003. After November 15, 2003, interest on the Castle PIK
Notes is payable in cash at the rate of 13 7/8%. The Castle PIK Notes mature
on November 15, 2005. The Castle PIK Notes may be redeemed at Castle Funding's
option at 100% of the principal amount under certain conditions, as described
in the indenture governing the Castle PIK Notes, and are required to be
redeemed from a specified percentage of any equity offering which includes
Castle Associates. Interest has been accrued using the effective interest
method. On May 15, 1996 and November 15, 1996, the semi-annual interest
payments of $4,292,000 and $4,589,000, respectively, were paid by the issuance
of additional Castle PIK Notes.
 
  The Castle PIK Notes are secured by a subordinated promissory note of Castle
Associates to Castle Funding (the "Castle Subordinated Partnership Note"),
which has been assigned to the Trustee for the Castle PIK Notes, and Castle
Associates has issued a subordinated guaranty (the "Castle Subordinated
Guaranty") of the Castle PIK Notes. The Castle Subordinated Partnership Note
and the Castle Subordinated Guaranty are expressly subordinated to the Senior
Indebtedness, the Castle Partnership Note and the Castle Guaranty. On May 21,
1996, THCR Holdings exercised an option and acquired approximately 90% of the
then outstanding Castle PIK Notes outstanding for approximately $38.7 million,
in exchange for which THCR Holdings received an aggregate of approximately
$59.3 million principal amount of Castle PIK Notes.
 
  Castle Funding's Senior Notes bear interest, payable semi-annually in cash,
at 11 1/2% and mature on November 15, 2000 (the "Castle Senior Notes" and
together with the Castle Mortgage Notes and Castle PIK Notes, the "Castle
Notes"). Similar to the Castle Mortgage Notes, the Castle Senior Notes are
secured by an assignment of a promissory note of the Partnership (the "Senior
Castle Partnership Note") which is in turn secured by a mortgage on Trump's
Castle and substantially all of the other assets of Castle Associates. In
addition, Castle Associates has guaranteed (the "Castle Senior Guaranty") the
payment of the Castle Senior Notes, which Castle Senior Guaranty is secured by
a mortgage on Trump's Castle and substantially all of the
 
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assets of Castle Associates. The Castle Senior Partnership Note and the Castle
Senior Guaranty are subordinated to the Castle Term Loan described below.
 
  In the event that the Castle PIK Notes are redeemed prior to November 15,
1998, the interest rate of the Castle Senior Notes will be reduced to 11 1/4%.
The Castle Senior Notes are subject to a required partial redemption
commencing on June 1, 1998 at 100% of the principal amount of the amount
redeemed.
 
  Castle Associates also has the Castle Term Loan with an outstanding
principal balance of $34,833,000 at December 31, 1996. The Castle Term Loan
has a maturity date of May 28, 2000. Interest is at a rate of 3% above the
bank's prime rate, which was 8.25% at December 31, 1996, but in no event can
be less than 9% per annum. The outstanding principal amount of the Castle Term
Loan is being repaid at $158,000 per month through May 28, 2000, at which time
the entire outstanding principal balance will be due. The Castle Term Loan is
secured by a mortgage lien on Trump's Castle and substantially all of the
other assets of Castle Associates. The lien is senior to the lien securing the
Castle Mortgage Notes and the Castle Senior Notes. In addition, Castle Funding
has guaranteed the payment of the Castle Term Loan.
 
  The terms of Castle Term Loan, the Castle Mortgage Notes, the Castle PIK
Notes and the Castle Senior Notes include limitations on the amount of
additional indebtedness Castle Associates may incur, distributions of Castle
Associates capital, investments and other business activities.
 
  Other Indebtedness. In addition to the foregoing, THCR's consolidated long-
term indebtedness includes approximately $53.6 million of indebtedness,
including, as of December 31, 1996, approximately $3.4 million due under
outstanding mortgage notes described above. Approximately $2.0 million of such
indebtedness will mature through December 31, 1997.
 
ATLANTIC CITY MARKET
 
  The Atlantic City Market has demonstrated continued growth despite the
recent proliferation of new gaming venues across the country. The 12 casino
hotels in Atlantic City generated approximately $3.81 billion in gaming
revenues in 1996, an approximately 1.7% increase over 1995 gaming revenues of
approximately $3.74 billion. From 1991 to 1996, total gaming revenues in
Atlantic City have increased approximately 29.2%, while hotel rooms increased
only slightly during that period. Although total visitor volume to Atlantic
City remained relatively constant in 1996, the volume of bus customers dropped
to 9.8 million in 1996, continuing a decline from 11.7 million in 1991. The
volume of customers traveling by other means to Atlantic City has grown from
20.1 million in 1991 to 34.0 million in 1996.
 
  Casino revenue growth in Atlantic City has lagged behind that of other
traditional gaming markets, principally Las Vegas, for the last five years.
Management believes that this relatively slower growth is primarily
attributable to two key factors. First, there were no significant additions to
hotel capacity in Atlantic City until 1996. Las Vegas visitor volumes have
increased, in part, due to the continued addition of new hotel capacity. Both
markets have exhibited a strong correlation between hotel room inventory and
total casino revenues. Secondly, the regulatory environment and infrastructure
problems in Atlantic City have made it more difficult and costly to operate.
Total regulatory costs and tax levies in New Jersey have exceeded those in
Nevada since inception, and there is generally a higher level of regulatory
oversight in New Jersey than in Nevada. The infrastructure problems,
manifested by impaired accessibility of the casinos, downtown Atlantic City
congestion, and the condition of the areas surrounding the casinos have made
Atlantic City less attractive to the gaming customer.
 
  Total Atlantic City slot revenues increased 2.1% in 1996, continuing a trend
of increases over the past five years. From 1991 through 1996, slot revenue
growth in Atlantic City has averaged 7.4% per year. Total table revenue
increased 4.3% in 1996, while table game revenue from 1991 to 1996 has
decreased on average 0.4% per year. Management believes the slow growth in
table revenue is primarily attributable to two factors. First, the slot
product has been significantly improved over the last five years. Bill
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poker and blackjack and other improvements have increased the popularity of
slot play among a wider universe of casino patrons. Casino operators in
Atlantic City have added slot machines in favor of table games due to
increased public acceptance of slot play and due to slot machines'
comparatively higher profitability as a result of lower labor and support
costs. Since 1991, the number of slot machines in Atlantic City has increased
61%, while the number of table games has decreased by 5.9%. Slot revenues
increased from 58% of total casino revenues in 1991 to 69% in 1996. The second
reason for historic slow growth in table revenue is that table game players
are typically higher end players and are more likely to be interested in
overnight stays and other amenities. During peak season and weekends, room
availability in Atlantic City is currently inadequate to meet demand, making
it difficult for casino operators to aggressively promote table play.
 
  The regulatory environment in Atlantic City has improved recently. Most
significantly, 24-hour gaming has been approved, poker and keno have been
added and regulatory burdens have been reduced. In particular, comprehensive
amendments to New Jersey gaming laws were made in January 1995, which have
eliminated duplicative regulatory oversight and channeled operator's funds
from regulatory support into uses of the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment
Authority ("CRDA"). Administrative costs of regulation will be reduced while
increasing funds available for new development. In addition, on July 25, 1996,
legislation was enacted which eliminated the requirement that a casino consist
of a "single room" in a casino hotel. A casino may now consist of "one or more
locations or rooms" approved by the CCC for casino gaming.
 
  Atlantic City's new convention center, as currently planned, would hold
approximately 500,000 square feet of exhibit and pre-function space, 45
meeting rooms, food-service facilities and a 1,600-car underground parking
garage. When completed, the new convention center, which is estimated to cost
approximately $268 million, would be the largest exhibition space between New
York City and Washington, D.C. It will be located at the base of the Atlantic
City Expressway and is currently planned to open in May 1997. The old
convention center, built in the late 1920s and located on The Boardwalk, will
receive an approximately $50 million facelift following the opening of the new
convention center and will continue to be used for special events. The State
of New Jersey has commenced a long-term capital plan to upgrade and expand the
Atlantic City International Airport. To date, approximately $18.0 million have
been spent on renovation of the airport terminal and upgrades of the airport's
access roads and parking facilities.
 
  In addition to the planned casino expansions, major infrastructure
improvements have begun. The CRDA is currently overseeing the development of
the "tourist corridor" that will link the new convention center with The
Boardwalk. The tourist corridor is scheduled to be completed in conjunction
with the completion of the new convention center.
 
  Management believes that recent gaming regulatory reforms will serve to
permit future reductions in operating expenses of casinos in Atlantic City and
to increase the funds available for additional infrastructure development
through the CRDA. Due principally to an improved regulatory environment,
general improvement of economic conditions and high occupancy rates,
significant investment in the Atlantic City Market has been initiated and/or
announced. Management believes that these increases in hotel capacity,
together with infrastructure improvements, will be instrumental in stimulating
future revenue growth in the Atlantic City market. See "--Competition."
 
COMPETITION
 
  Atlantic City.  Competition in the Atlantic City casino hotel market is
intense. Trump Plaza, the Taj Mahal and Trump's Castle (the "Atlantic City
Properties") compete with other casino hotels located in Atlantic City and
with each other. At present, there are 12 casino hotels located in Atlantic
City, including the Atlantic City Properties, all of which compete for
patrons. The Atlantic City Properties primarily compete with other Atlantic
City casinos by, among other things, providing superior products and
facilities, premier locations, name recognition and targeted marketing
strategies. In addition, there are several sites on The Boardwalk and in the
Marina area on which casino hotels could be built in the future and various
applications for casino licenses have been filed and announcements with
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development activity has recently been completed or has been announced in
Atlantic City, which may intensify competitive pressures in the Atlantic City
Market. While management believes that the addition of hotel capacity would be
beneficial to the Atlantic City Market generally, there can be no assurance
that such expansion would not be materially disadvantageous to the Atlantic
City Properties. There also can be no assurance that the Atlantic City
development projects which are planned or underway will be completed.
 
  The Atlantic City Properties also compete, or will compete, with facilities
in the northeastern and mid-Atlantic regions of the United States at which
casino gaming or other forms of wagering are currently, or in the future may
be, authorized. To a lesser extent, the Atlantic City Properties face
competition from gaming facilities nationwide, including land-based, cruise
line, riverboat and dockside casinos located in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana,
Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, South Dakota, Ontario (Windsor
and Niagara Falls), the Bahamas, Puerto Rico and other locations inside and
outside the United States, and from other forms of legalized gaming in New
Jersey and in its surrounding states such as lotteries, horse racing
(including off-track betting), jai alai, bingo and dog racing, and from
illegal wagering of various types. New or expanded operations by other persons
can be expected to increase competition and could result in the saturation of
certain gaming markets. In September 1995, New York introduced a keno lottery
game, which is played on video terminals that have been set up in
approximately 1,800 bars, restaurants and bowling alleys across the state. In
December 1996, Bay Cruises began operation of a gambling cruise ship where
patrons are taken from a pier in Sheepshead Bay in Brooklyn, New York to
international waters to gamble. The City of New York allowed the cruises to
continue after the operators agreed to pay city taxes and submit employees to
background checks. Similar gambling cruises are expected in the near future.
In Delaware, slot machines were installed at horse tracks in 1996, and track
owners in several other states are seeking to do the same. In December 1996,
Casino Niagara opened in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Ontario officials expect that
two-thirds of Casino Niagara's patrons will come from the United States,
predominantly from western New York.
 
  In addition to competing with other casino hotels in Atlantic City and
elsewhere, by virtue of their proximity to each other and the common aspects
of certain of their respective marketing efforts, including the common use of
the "Trump" name, the Atlantic City Properties compete directly with each
other for gaming patrons.
 
  Indiana. The Indiana Riverboat competes primarily with riverboats and other
casinos in the northern Indiana suburban and Chicago metropolitan area and
throughout the Great Lakes Market. Although northern Indiana is part of the
greater Chicago metropolitan market, which is one of the most successful new
gaming markets in the United States, the Indiana Riverboat may be more
dependent on patrons from northern Indiana than its Illinois competitors, and
the propensity of these patrons to wager cannot be predicted with any degree
of certainty. In addition to competing with Barden's riverboat at the
Buffington Harbor Site, the Indiana Riverboat competes with a riverboat in
Hammond, Indiana, owned and operated by Empress Riverboat Casino in Joliet,
Illinois, a riverboat in East Chicago, Indiana, which is being developed by
Showboat, Inc. and with a riverboat expected to be licensed in the nearby
community of Michigan City, Indiana. To a lesser degree, the Indiana Riverboat
will compete with the six additional riverboats expected to be licensed in the
rest of Indiana. At present there are four other riverboat casino operations
in the Chicago area (three of which operate two riverboats each, with each
operator limited to 1,200 gaming positions in the aggregate).
 
  Management believes that competition in the gaming industry, particularly
the riverboat and dockside gaming industry, is based principally on the
quality and location of gaming facilities, the effectiveness of marketing
efforts, and customer service and satisfaction. Although THCR believes that
the location of the Indiana Riverboat will allow THCR to compete effectively
with other casinos in the geographic area surrounding its casino, management
expects competition in the casino gaming industry to be intense as more
casinos are opened and new entrants into the gaming industry become
operational. Furthermore, new or expanded operations by other persons can be
expected to increase competition for existing and future operations and could
result in a saturation of the Great Lakes Market.
 
  The Indiana Riverboat is seeking a competitive advantage primarily based
upon its superior location, including its proximity to and direct access from
Chicago, extensive parking facilities, name recognition, a
 
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superior gaming vessel and gaming experience, and targeted marketing
strategies. See "--Indiana Riverboat." In addition, a casino opened during
1994 in Windsor, Ontario, across the river from Detroit, and Detroit is
considering several proposals for casinos in its downtown area. Although
management believes that there is sufficient demand in the market to sustain
the Indiana Riverboat, there can be no assurance to that effect. Legislation
has also been introduced on numerous occasions in recent years to expand
riverboat gaming in Illinois, including by authorizing new sites in the
Chicago area with which the Indiana Riverboat would compete. THCR understands
that there have been recent discussions in Illinois regarding possible
legislation to permit dockside gaming and/or increase the gaming position
limitations. There can be no assurance that either Indiana or Illinois, or
both, will not authorize additional gaming licenses, including for the Chicago
metropolitan area.
 
  Other Competition. In addition, the Atlantic City Properties and the Indiana
Riverboat face competition from casino facilities in a number of states
operated by federally recognized Native American tribes. Pursuant to the
Indian Gaming Regulatory Act ("IGRA"), which was passed by Congress in 1988,
any state which permits casino-style gaming (even if only for limited charity
purposes) is required to negotiate gaming compacts with federally recognized
Native American tribes. Under IGRA, Native American tribes enjoy comparative
freedom from regulation and taxation of gaming operations, which provides them
with an advantage over their competitors, including the Atlantic City
Properties and the Indiana Riverboat. In March 1996, the United States Supreme
Court struck down a provision of IGRA which allowed Native American tribes to
sue states in federal court for failing to negotiate gaming compacts in good
faith. Management cannot predict the impact of this decision on the ability of
Native American tribes to negotiate compacts with states.
 
  In 1991, the Mashantucket Pequot Nation opened Foxwoods Casino Resort
("Foxwoods"), a casino facility in Ledyard, Connecticut, located in the far
eastern portion of such state, an approximately three-hour drive from New York
City and an approximately two and one-half hour drive from Boston, which
currently offers 24-hour gaming and contains over 4,000 slot machines. The
Mashantucket Pequot Nation has announced various expansion plans, including
its intention to build another casino in Ledyard together with hotels,
restaurants and a theme park. In addition, in October 1996, the Mohegan Nation
opened the Mohegan Sun Resort in Uncasville, Connecticut, located 10 miles
from Foxwoods. Developed by Sun International Hotels Ltd., the Mohegan Sun has
75% of the gaming capacity of Foxwoods. In addition, the Eastern Pequots are
seeking formal recognition as a Native American tribe for the purpose of
opening a casino. There can be no assurance that any continued expansion of
gaming operations by the Mashantucket Pequot Nation, the gaming operations of
the Mohegan Nation or commencement of gaming operations by Eastern Pequots
would not have a materially adverse impact on the operations of the Atlantic
City Properties.
 
  A group in Cumberland County, New Jersey calling itself the "Nanticoke Lenni
Lenape" tribe has filed a notice of intent with the Bureau of Indian Affairs
seeking formal federal recognition as a Native American tribe. Also, it has
been reported that a Sussex County, New Jersey businessman has offered to
donate land he owns there to the Oklahoma-based Lenape/Delaware Indian Nation
which originated in New Jersey and already has federal recognition, but does
not have a reservation in New Jersey. The Lenape/Delaware Indian Nation has
signed an agreement with the town of Wildwood, New Jersey to open a casino;
however, the plan requires federal and state approval in order to proceed. In
July 1993, the Oneida Nation opened a casino featuring 24-hour table gaming
and electronic gaming systems, but without slot machines, near Syracuse, New
York, and has announced an intention to open expanded gaming facilities.
Representatives of the St. Regis Mohawk Nation signed a gaming compact with
New York State officials for the opening of a casino, without slot machines,
in the northern portion of the state close to the Canadian border. The St.
Regis Mohawks have also announced their intent to open a casino at the
Monticello Race Track in the Catskill Mountains region of New York; however,
any Native American gaming operation in the Catskills is subject to the
approval of the Governor of New York. The Narragansett Nation of Rhode Island,
which has federal recognition, is seeking to open a casino in Rhode Island.
The Gay Head Wampanoag Tribe is seeking to open a casino in New Bedford,
Massachusetts. Other Native American nations are seeking federal recognition,
land and negotiation of gaming compacts in New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut
and other states near Atlantic City.
 
 
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  The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians of southern Michigan and northern
Indiana has been federally recognized as an Indian tribe. In September 1995,
the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians signed a gaming compact with the
governor of Michigan to build a land-based casino in southwestern Michigan and
also entered into an agreement with Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. to develop
and manage the casino.
 
  State Legislation. Legislation permitting other forms of casino gaming has
been proposed, from time to time, in various states, including those bordering
New Jersey. Six states have presently legalized riverboat gambling while
others are considering its approval, including New York and Pennsylvania, and
New York City is considering a plan under which it would be the embarking
point for gambling cruises into international waters three miles offshore.
Several states are considering or have approved large scale land-based
casinos. Additionally, since 1993, the gaming space in Las Vegas has expanded
significantly, with additional capacity planned and currently under
construction. The operations of the Atlantic City Properties could be
adversely affected by such competition, particularly if casino gaming were
permitted in jurisdictions near or elsewhere in New Jersey or in other states
in the Northeast. In December 1993, the Rhode Island Lottery Commission
approved the addition of slot machine games on video terminals at Lincoln
Greyhound Park and Newport Jai Alai, where poker and blackjack have been
offered for over two years. Currently, casino gaming, other than Native
American gaming, is not allowed in other areas of New Jersey or in
Connecticut, New York or Pennsylvania. On November 17, 1995, a proposal to
allow casino gaming in Bridgeport, Connecticut was voted down by that state's
Senate. On January 28, 1997, the New York State Senate rejected a
constitutional amendment to legalize casino gambling in certain areas of New
York State, effectively postponing any new gambling constitutional amendment
until 1999. To the extent that legalized gaming becomes more prevalent in New
Jersey or other jurisdictions near Atlantic City, competition would intensify.
In particular, proposals have been introduced to legalize gaming in other
locations, including Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In addition, legislation has
from time to time been introduced in the New Jersey State Legislature relating
to types of statewide legalized gaming, such as video games with small wagers.
To date, no such legislation, which may require a state constitutional
amendment, has been enacted. Management is unable to predict whether any such
legislation, in New Jersey, Indiana, Illinois or elsewhere, will be enacted or
whether, if passed, it would have a material adverse impact on THCR.
 
GAMING AND OTHER LAWS AND REGULATIONS
 
  The following is only a summary of the applicable provisions of the Casino
Control Act, the Riverboat Gambling Act and certain other laws and
regulations. It does not purport to be a full description thereof and is
qualified in its entirety by reference to the Casino Control Act, the
Riverboat Gambling Act and such other laws and regulations. Unless otherwise
indicated, all references to "Trump Plaza" include (a) Trump Plaza's main
tower, including Trump Plaza East (which operates pursuant to a casino license
held by Plaza Associates) and (b) Trump World's Fair (which operates pursuant
to a separate casino license also issued to Plaza Associates).
 
  NEW JERSEY GAMING REGULATIONS
 
  In general, the Casino Control Act and its implementing regulations contain
detailed provisions concerning, among other things: the granting and renewal
of casino licenses; the suitability of the approved hotel facility, and the
amount of authorized casino space and gaming units permitted therein; the
qualification of natural persons and entities related to the casino licensee;
the licensing of certain employees and vendors of casino licensees; the rules
of the games; the selling and redeeming of gaming chips; the granting and
duration of credit and the enforceability of gaming debts; management control
procedures, accounting and cash control methods and reports to gaming
agencies; the security standards; the manufacture and distribution of gaming
equipment; the simulcasting of horse races by casino licensees; equal
employment opportunities for employees of casino operators, contractors of
casino facilities and others; and advertising, entertainment and alcoholic
beverages.
 
  Casino Control Commission. The ownership and operation of casino/hotel
facilities in Atlantic City are the subject of strict state regulation under
the Casino Control Act. The CCC is empowered to regulate a wide spectrum of
gaming and non-gaming related activities and to approve the form of ownership
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structure of not only a casino licensee, but also its entity qualifiers and
intermediary and holding companies and any other related entity required to be
qualified ("CCC Regulations").
 
  Operating Licenses. In June 1995, the CCC renewed Plaza Associates' license
to operate Trump Plaza through June 1999. In May 1996, the CCC granted Plaza
Associates a license to operate Trump World's Fair through May 1997. In June
1995, the CCC renewed Taj Associates' license to operate the Taj Mahal through
March 1999. In June 1996, the CCC also granted TCS a license through July
1997, which TCS is in the process of renewing. In June 1995, the CCC renewed
Castle Associates' casino license and approved Trump as a natural person
qualifier through May 1999. In December 1996, the CCC allowed Plaza Associates
to operate Trump Plaza and Trump World's Fair under one casino license through
May 1999. None of these licenses are transferable and their renewal will
include a financial review of the relevant operating entities. Upon
revocation, suspension for more than 120 days or failure to renew a casino
license, the Casino Control Act provides for the appointment of a conservator
to take possession of the hotel and casino's business and property, subject to
all valid liens, claims and encumbrances.
 
  Casino License. No casino hotel facility may operate unless the appropriate
license and approvals are obtained from the CCC, which has broad discretion
with regard to the issuance, renewal, revocation and suspension of such
licenses and approvals, which are non-transferable. The qualification criteria
with respect to the holder of a casino license include its financial
stability, integrity and responsibility; the integrity and adequacy of its
financial resources which bear any relation to the casino project; its good
character, honesty and integrity; and the sufficiency of its business ability
and casino experience to establish the likelihood of a successful, efficient
casino operation. The casino licenses currently held by Plaza Associates, Taj
Associates and Castle Associates are renewable for periods of up to four
years. The CCC may reopen licensing hearings at any time, and must reopen a
licensing hearing at the request of the Division of Gaming Enforcement (the
"Division").
 
  Each casino license entitles the holder to operate one casino. Further, no
person may be the holder of a casino license if the holding of such license
will result in undue economic concentration in Atlantic City casino operations
by that person. On May 17, 1995, the CCC adopted a regulation defining the
criteria for determining undue economic concentration which codifies the
content of existing CCC precedent with respect to the subject. In April 1995,
Plaza Associates petitioned the CCC for certain approvals. In its May 18, 1995
declaratory rulings with respect to such petition, the CCC, among other
things, (i) determined that Trump World's Fair is an approved hotel permitted
to contain a maximum of 60,000 square-feet of casino space, that the 40,000
square-feet of casino space therein is a "single room" and that its operation
by Plaza Associates would not result in undue economic concentration in
Atlantic City casino operations; (ii) approved the operation of Trump World's
Fair by Plaza Associates under a separate casino license subject to an
application for and the issuance of such license and approved the proposed
easement agreements with respect to the proposed enclosed Atlantic City
Convention Center walkway; (iii) approved in concept the proposed physical
connection and integrated operation by Plaza Associates of Trump Plaza's main
tower, Trump Plaza East and Trump World's Fair; and (iv) determined that the
approved hotel comprised of the main tower and Trump Plaza East is permitted
to contain a maximum of 100,000 square feet of casino space. In addition, on
December 13, 1995, Plaza Associates received CCC authorization for 49,340
square-feet of casino space at Trump World's Fair. Plaza Associates' casino
license with respect to Trump World's Fair has a renewable term of one year
for each of its first three years and thereafter is renewable for periods of
up to four years. Subsequently, in December 1996, the CCC approved Plaza
Associates' license to operate Trump Plaza and Trump World's Fair under one
casino license through May 1999. Taj Associates will be required to obtain a
prior determination from the CCC that the operation of the additional casino
space created by the Taj Mahal Expansion will not constitute undue economic
concentration of Atlantic City casino operations.
 
  To be considered financially stable, a licensee must demonstrate the
following ability: to pay winning wagers when due; to achieve an annual gross
operating profit; to pay all local, state and federal taxes when due; to make
necessary capital and maintenance expenditures to insure that it has a
superior first-class facility; and to pay, exchange, refinance or extend debts
which will mature or become due and payable during the license term.
 
 
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  In the event a licensee fails to demonstrate financial stability, the CCC
may take such action as it deems necessary to fulfill the purposes of the
Casino Control Act and protect the public interest, including: issuing
conditional licenses, approvals or determinations; establishing an appropriate
cure period; imposing reporting requirements; placing restrictions on the
transfer of cash or the assumption of liabilities; requiring reasonable
reserves or trust accounts; denying licensure; or appointing a conservator.
See "--Conservatorship."
 
  Management believes that it has adequate financial resources to meet the
financial stability requirements of the CCC for the foreseeable future.
 
  Pursuant to the Casino Control Act, CCC Regulations and precedent, no entity
may hold a casino license unless each officer, director, principal employee,
person who directly or indirectly holds any beneficial interest or ownership
in the licensee, each person who in the opinion of the CCC has the ability to
control or elect a majority of the board of directors of the licensee (other
than a banking or other licensed lending institution which makes a loan or
holds a mortgage or other lien acquired in the ordinary course of business)
and any lender, underwriter, agent or employee of the licensee or other person
whom the CCC may consider appropriate, obtains and maintains qualification
approval from the CCC. Qualification approval means that such person must, but
for residence, individually meet the qualification requirements as a casino
key employee. Pursuant to a condition of its casino license, payments by Plaza
Associates to or for the benefit of any related entity or partner, with
certain exceptions, are subject to prior CCC approval; and, if Plaza
Associates', Taj Associates' or Castle Associates' cash position falls below
$5.0 million for three consecutive business days, such entity must present to
the CCC and the Division evidence as to why it should not obtain a working
capital facility in an appropriate amount.
 
  Control Persons. An entity qualifier or intermediary or holding company,
such as Trump AC, Trump AC Holding, Plaza Funding, TACC, TCHI, THCR Holdings,
THCR Funding or THCR is required to register with the CCC and meet the same
basic standards for approval as a casino licensee; provided, however, that the
CCC, with the concurrence of the Director of the Division, may waive
compliance by a publicly-traded corporate holding company with the requirement
that an officer, director, lender, underwriter, agent or employee thereof, or
person directly or indirectly holding a beneficial interest or ownership of
the securities thereof, individually qualify for approval under casino key
employee standards so long as the CCC and the Director of the Division are,
and remain, satisfied that such officer, director, lender, underwriter, agent
or employee is not significantly involved in the activities of the casino
licensee, or that such security holder does not have the ability to control
the publicly-traded corporate holding company or elect one or more of its
directors. Persons holding five percent or more of the equity securities of
such holding company are presumed to have the ability to control the company
or elect one or more of its directors and will, unless this presumption is
rebutted, be required to individually qualify. Equity securities are defined
as any voting stock or any security similar to or convertible into or carrying
a right to acquire any security having a direct or indirect participation in
the profits of the issuer.
 
  Financial Sources. The CCC may require all financial backers, investors,
mortgagees, bond holders and holders of notes or other evidence of
indebtedness, either in effect or proposed, which bear any relation to any
casino project, including holders of publicly-traded securities of an entity
which holds a casino license or is an entity qualifier, subsidiary or holding
company of a casino licensee (a "Regulated Company"), to qualify as financial
sources. In the past, the CCC has waived the qualification requirement for
holders of less than 15% of a series of publicly-traded mortgage bonds so long
as the bonds remained widely distributed and freely traded in the public
market and the holder had no ability to control the casino licensee. The CCC
may require holders of less than 15% of a series of debt to qualify as
financial sources even if not active in the management of the issuer or casino
licensee.
 
  Institutional Investors. An institutional investor ("Institutional
Investor") is defined by the Casino Control Act as any retirement fund
administered by a public agency for the exclusive benefit of federal, state or
local public employees; any investment company registered under the Investment
Company Act of 1940, as amended; any collective investment trust organized by
banks under Part Nine of the Rules of the Comptroller of the Currency; any
closed end investment trust; any chartered or licensed life insurance company
or property and casualty insurance company; any banking and other chartered or
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advisor registered under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended; and
such other persons as the CCC may determine for reasons consistent with the
policies of the Casino Control Act.
 
  An Institutional Investor may be granted a waiver by the CCC from financial
source or other qualification requirements applicable to a holder of publicly-
traded securities, in the absence of a prima facie showing by the Division
that there is any cause to believe that the holder may be found unqualified,
on the basis of CCC findings that: (i) its holdings were purchased for
investment purposes only and, upon request by the CCC, it files a certified
statement to the effect that it has no intention of influencing or affecting
the affairs of the issuer, the casino licensee or its holding or intermediary
companies; provided, however, that the Institutional Investor will be
permitted to vote on matters put to the vote of the outstanding security
holders; and (ii) if (x) the securities are debt securities of a casino
licensee's holding or intermediary companies or another subsidiary company of
the casino licensee's holding or intermediary companies which is related in
any way to the financing of the casino licensee and represent either (A) 20%
or less of the total outstanding debt of the company or (B) 50% or less of any
issue of outstanding debt of the company, (y) the securities are equity
securities and represent less than 10% of the equity securities of a casino
licensee's holding or intermediary companies or (z) the securities so held
exceed such percentages, upon a showing of good cause. There can be no
assurance, however, that the CCC will make such findings or grant such waiver
and, in any event, an Institutional Investor may be required to produce for
the CCC or the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice upon request,
any document or information which bears any relation to such debt or equity
securities.
 
  Generally, the CCC requires each institutional holder seeking waiver of
qualification to execute a certification to the effect that (i) the holder has
reviewed the definition of Institutional Investor under the Casino Control Act
and believes that it meets the definition of Institutional Investor; (ii) the
holder purchased the securities for investment purposes only and holds them in
the ordinary course of business; (iii) the holder has no involvement in the
business activities of and no intention of influencing or affecting, the
affairs of the issuer, the casino licensee or any affiliate; and (iv) if the
holder subsequently determines to influence or affect the affairs of the
issuer, the casino licensee or any affiliate, it shall provide not less than
30 days' prior notice of such intent and shall file with the CCC an
application for qualification before taking any such action. If an
Institutional Investor changes its investment intent, or if the CCC finds
reasonable cause to believe that it may be found unqualified, the
Institutional Investor may take no action with respect to the security
holdings, other than to divest itself of such holdings, until it has applied
for interim casino authorization and has executed a trust agreement pursuant
to such an application. See "--Interim Casino Authorization."
 
  Ownership and Transfer of Securities. The Casino Control Act imposes certain
restrictions upon the issuance, ownership and transfer of securities of a
Regulated Company and defines the term "security" to include instruments which
evidence a direct or indirect beneficial ownership or creditor interest in a
Regulated Company including, but not limited to, mortgages, debentures,
security agreements, notes and warrants. Currently, each of Plaza Funding,
Trump AC, Trump AC Holding, Plaza Associates, Taj Associates, TCS, Castle
Associates, TCHI, THCR Holdings, THCR Funding and THCR is deemed to be a
Regulated Company, and instruments evidencing a beneficial ownership or
creditor interest therein, including a partnership interest, are deemed to be
the securities of a Regulated Company.
 
  If the CCC finds that a holder of such securities is not qualified under the
Casino Control Act, it has the right to take any remedial action it may deem
appropriate, including the right to force divestiture by such disqualified
holder of such securities. In the event that certain disqualified holders fail
to divest themselves of such securities, the CCC has the power to revoke or
suspend the casino license affiliated with the Regulated Company which issued
the securities. If a holder is found unqualified, it is unlawful for the
holder (i) to exercise, directly or through any trustee or nominee, any right
conferred by such securities or (ii) to receive any dividends or interest upon
such securities or any remuneration, in any form, from its affiliated casino
licensee for services rendered or otherwise.
 
  With respect to non-publicly-traded securities, the Casino Control Act and
CCC Regulations require that the corporate charter or partnership agreement of
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approval with regard to transfers of securities, shares and other interests
and an absolute right in the Regulated Company to repurchase at the market
price or the purchase price, whichever is the lesser, any such security, share
or other interest in the event that the CCC disapproves a transfer. With
respect to publicly-traded securities, such corporate charter or partnership
agreement is required to establish that any such securities of the entity are
held subject to the condition that, if a holder thereof is found to be
disqualified by the CCC, such holder shall dispose of such securities.
 
  Under the terms of the indentures pursuant to which the Senior Notes, Trump
AC Mortgage Notes, Castle Senior Notes, the Castle Mortgage Notes, and the
Castle PIK Notes were issued, if a holder of such securities does not qualify
under the Casino Control Act when required to do so, such holder must dispose
of its interest in such securities, and the respective issuer or issuers of
such securities may redeem the securities at the lesser of the outstanding
amount or fair market value. Similar provisions are set forth in THCR's
Certificate of Incorporation with respect to the THCR Common Stock.
 
  Interim Casino Authorization. Interim casino authorization is a process
which permits a person who enters into a contract to obtain property relating
to a casino operation or who obtains publicly-traded securities relating to a
casino licensee to close on the contract or own the securities until plenary
licensure or qualification. During the period of interim casino authorization,
the property relating to the casino operation or the securities is held in
trust.
 
  Whenever any person enters into a contract to transfer any property which
relates to an ongoing casino operation, including a security of the casino
licensee or a holding or intermediary company or entity qualifier, under
circumstances which would require that the transferee obtain licensure or be
qualified under the Casino Control Act, and that person is not already
licensed or qualified, the transferee is required to apply for interim casino
authorization. Furthermore, except as set forth below with respect to
publicly-traded securities, the closing or settlement date in the contract at
issue may not be earlier than the 121st day after the submission of a complete
application for licensure or qualification together with a fully executed
trust agreement in a form approved by the CCC. If, after the report of the
Division and a hearing by the CCC, the CCC grants interim authorization, the
property will be subject to a trust. If the CCC denies interim authorization,
the contract may not close or settle until the CCC makes a determination on
the qualifications of the applicant. If the CCC denies qualification, the
contract will be terminated for all purposes and there will be no liability on
the part of the transferor.
 
  If, as the result of a transfer of publicly-traded securities of a licensee,
a holding or intermediary company or entity qualifier of a licensee, or a
financing entity of a licensee, any person is required to qualify under the
Casino Control Act, that person is required to file an application for
licensure or qualification within 30 days after the CCC determines that
qualification is required or declines to waive qualification. The application
must include a fully executed trust agreement in a form approved by the CCC
or, in the alternative, within 120 days after the CCC determines that
qualification is required, the person whose qualification is required must
divest such securities as the CCC may require in order to remove the need to
qualify.
 
  The CCC may grant interim casino authorization where it finds by clear and
convincing evidence that: (i) statements of compliance have been issued
pursuant to the Casino Control Act; (ii) the casino hotel is an approved hotel
in accordance with the Casino Control Act; (iii) the trustee satisfies
qualification criteria applicable to key casino employees, except for
residency; and (iv) interim operation will best serve the interests of the
public.
 
  When the CCC finds the applicant qualified, the trust will terminate. If the
CCC denies qualification to a person who has received interim casino
authorization, the trustee is required to endeavor, and is authorized, to
sell, assign, convey or otherwise dispose of the property subject to the trust
to such persons who are licensed or qualified or shall themselves obtain
interim casino authorization.
 
  Where a holder of publicly-traded securities is required, in applying for
qualification as a financial source or qualifier, to transfer such securities
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thereafter orders that the trust become operative: (i) during the time the
trust is operative, the holder may not participate in the earnings of the
casino hotel or receive any return on its investment or debt security
holdings; and (ii) after disposition, if any, of the securities by the
trustee, proceeds distributed to the unqualified holder may not exceed the
lower of their actual cost to the unqualified holder or their value calculated
as if the investment had been made on the date the trust became operative.
 
  Approved Hotel Facilities. The CCC may permit an existing licensee, such as
one of the Atlantic City Properties, to increase its casino space if the
licensee agrees to add a prescribed number of qualifying sleeping units within
two years after the commencement of gaming operations in the additional casino
space. However, if the casino licensee does not fulfill such agreement due to
conditions within its control, the licensee will be required to close the
additional casino space, or any portion thereof that the CCC determines should
be closed.
 
  Persons who are parties to the lease for an approved hotel building or who
have an agreement to lease a building which may in the judgment of the CCC
become an approved hotel building are required to hold a casino license unless
the CCC, with the concurrence of the Attorney General of the State of New
Jersey, determines that such persons do not have the ability to exercise
significant control over the building or the operation of the casino therein.
 
  Unless otherwise determined by the CCC, agreements to lease an approved
hotel building or the land under the building must be for a durational term
exceeding 30 years, must concern 100% of the entire approved hotel building or
the land upon which it is located and must include a buy-out provision
conferring upon the lessee the absolute right to purchase the lessor's entire
interest for a fixed sum in the event that the lessor is found by the CCC to
be unsuitable.
 
  Agreement for Management of Casino. Each party to an agreement for the
management of a casino is required to hold a casino license, and the party who
is to manage the casino must own at least 10% of all the outstanding equity
securities of the casino licensee. Such an agreement shall: (i) provide for
the complete management of the casino; (ii) provide for the unrestricted power
to direct the casino operations; and (iii) provide for a term long enough to
ensure the reasonable continuity, stability and independence and management of
the casino.
 
  License Fees. The CCC is authorized to establish annual fees for the renewal
of casino licenses. The renewal fee is based upon the cost of maintaining
control and regulatory activities prescribed by the Casino Control Act, and
may not be less than $200,000 for a four-year casino license. Additionally,
casino licensees are subject to potential assessments to fund any annual
operating deficits incurred by the CCC or the Division. There is also an
annual license fee of $500 for each slot machine maintained for use or in use
in any casino.
 
  Gross Revenue Tax. Each casino licensee is also required to pay an annual
tax of 8% on its gross casino revenues. For the years ended December 31, 1994,
1995 and 1996, Plaza Associates' gross revenue tax was approximately $21.0
million, $24.0 million and $29.8 million, respectively, and its license,
investigation and other fees and assessments totaled approximately $4.2
million, $4.4 million and $6.0 million, respectively. For the years ended
December 31, 1994, 1995 and 1996, Taj Associates' gross revenue tax was
approximately $36.7 million, $40.2 million and $40.7 million, respectively,
and its license, investigation and other fees and assessments totaled
approximately $5.2 million, $5.2 million and $5.0 million, respectively. For
the years ended December 31, 1994, 1995 and 1996, Castle Associates' gross
revenue tax was approximately $20.9 million, $21.9 million and $19.9 million,
respectively, and its license, investigation and other fees and assessments
totaled approximately $3.3 million, $3.8 million and $4.0 million,
respectively.
 
  Investment Alternative Tax Obligations. An investment alternative tax
imposed on the gross casino revenues of each licensee in the amount of 2.5% is
due and payable on the last day of April following the end of the calendar
year. A licensee is obligated to pay the investment alternative tax for a
period of 30 years. Estimated payments of the investment alternative tax
obligation must be made quarterly in an amount equal to 1.25% of estimated
gross revenues for the preceding three-month period. Investment tax credits
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making qualified investments or by the purchase of bonds issued by the CRDA
("CRDA Bonds"). CRDA Bonds may have terms as long as 50 years and bear
interest at below market rates, resulting in a value lower than the face value
of such CRDA Bonds.
 
  For the first ten years of its tax obligation, the licensee is entitled to
an investment tax credit against the investment alternative tax in an amount
equal to twice the purchase price of the CRDA Bonds issued to the licensee.
Thereafter, the licensee (i) is entitled to an investment tax credit in an
amount equal to twice the purchase price of such CRDA Bonds or twice the
amount of its investments authorized in lieu of such bond investments or made
in projects designated as eligible by the CRDA and (ii) has the option of
entering into a contract with the CRDA to have its tax credit comprised of
direct investments in approved eligible projects which may not comprise more
than 50% of its eligible tax credit in any one year.
 
  From the monies made available to the CRDA, the CRDA is required to set
aside $100 million for investment in hotel development projects in Atlantic
City undertaken by a licensee which result in the construction or
rehabilitation of at least 200 hotel rooms. These monies will be held to fund
up to 35% of the cost to casino licensees of expanding their hotel facilities
to provide additional hotel rooms, a portion of which will be required to be
available upon the opening of the new Atlantic City Convention Center and
dedicated to convention events. The CRDA has determined at this time that
eligible casino licensees will receive up to 27% of the cost of additional
hotel rooms out of these monies set aside and may, in the future, increase the
percentage to no greater than 35%.
 
  Minimum Casino Parking Charges. As of July 1, 1993, each casino licensee was
required to pay the New Jersey State Treasurer a $1.50 charge for every use of
a parking space for the purpose of parking motor vehicles in a parking
facility owned or leased by a casino licensee or by any person on behalf of a
casino licensee. This amount is paid into a special fund established and held
by the New Jersey State Treasurer for the exclusive use of the CRDA. Plaza
Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates currently charge their
parking patrons $2.00 in order to make their required payments to the New
Jersey State Treasurer and cover related expenses. Amounts in the special fund
will be expended by the CRDA for eligible projects in the corridor region of
Atlantic City related to improving the highways, roads, infrastructure,
traffic regulation and public safety of Atlantic City or otherwise necessary
or useful to the economic development and redevelopment of Atlantic City in
this regard.
 
  Atlantic City Fund. On each October 31 during the years 1996 through 2003,
each casino licensee shall pay into an account established in the CRDA and
known as the Atlantic City Fund, its proportional share of an amount related
to the amount by which annual operating expenses of the CCC and the Division
are less than a certain fixed sum. Additionally, a portion of the investment
alternative tax obligation of each casino licensee for the years 1994 through
1998 allocated for projects in northern New Jersey shall be paid into and
credited to the Atlantic City Fund. Amounts in the Atlantic City Fund will be
expended by the CRDA for economic development projects of a revenue producing
nature that foster the redevelopment of Atlantic City other than the
construction and renovation of casino hotels.
 
  Conservatorship. If, at any time, it is determined that Plaza Associates,
Plaza Funding, Trump AC Holding, Trump AC, Taj Associates, TCS, Castle
Associates, TCHI, THCR, THCR Holdings, THCR Funding or any other entity
qualifier has violated the Casino Control Act or that any of such entities
cannot meet the qualification requirements of the Casino Control Act, such
entity could be subject to fines or the suspension or revocation of its
license or qualification. If a casino license is suspended for a period in
excess of 120 days or is revoked, or if the CCC fails or refuses to renew such
casino license, the CCC could appoint a conservator to operate and dispose of
such licensee's casino hotel facilities. A conservator would be vested with
title to all property of such licensee relating to the casino and the approved
hotel subject to valid liens and/or encumbrances. The conservator would be
required to act under the direct supervision of the CCC and would be charged
with the duty of conserving, preserving and, if permitted, continuing the
operation of the casino hotel. During the period of the conservatorship, a
former or suspended casino licensee is entitled to a fair rate of return out
of net earnings, if any, on the property retained by the conservator. The CCC
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action and direct the conservator to take such steps as are necessary to
effect an orderly transfer of the property of a former or suspended casino
licensee.
 
  Qualification of Employees. Certain employees of Plaza Associates, Taj
Associates and Castle Associates must be licensed by or registered with the
CCC, depending on the nature of the position held. Casino employees are
subject to more stringent requirements than non-casino employees and must meet
applicable standards pertaining to financial stability, integrity and
responsibility, good character, honesty and integrity, business ability and
casino experience and New Jersey residency. These requirements have resulted
in significant competition among Atlantic City casino operators for the
services of qualified employees.
 
  Gaming Credit. The casino games at the Atlantic City Properties are
conducted on a credit as well as cash basis. Gaming debts arising in Atlantic
City in accordance with applicable regulations are enforceable in the courts
of the State of New Jersey. The extension of gaming credit is subject to
regulations that detail procedures which casinos must follow when granting
gaming credit and recording counter checks which have been exchanged, redeemed
or consolidated.
 
  Control Procedures. Gaming at the Atlantic City Properties is conducted by
trained and supervised personnel. Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle
Associates employ extensive security and internal controls. Security checks
are made to determine, among other matters, that job applicants for key
positions have had no criminal history or associations. Security controls
utilized by the surveillance department include closed circuit video cameras
to monitor the casino floor and money counting areas. The count of moneys from
gaming also is observed daily by representatives of the CCC.
 
  INDIANA GAMING REGULATIONS
 
  Indiana Gaming Commission. The ownership and operation of riverboat gaming
operations in Indiana are subject to strict state regulation under the
Riverboat Gambling Act and the administrative rules promulgated thereunder.
The IGC is empowered to administer, regulate and enforce the system of
riverboat gaming established under the Riverboat Gambling Act and has
jurisdiction and supervision over all riverboat gaming operations in Indiana,
as well as all persons on riverboats where gaming operations are conducted.
The IGC is empowered to regulate a wide variety of gaming and non-gaming
related activities, including the licensing of suppliers to, and employees at,
riverboat gaming operations and to approve the form of ownership and financial
structure of not only riverboat owner and supplier licensees, but also their
entity qualifiers and intermediary and holding companies. Indiana is a new
gaming jurisdiction and the emerging regulatory framework is not yet complete.
The IGC has adopted certain final rules and has published others in proposed
or draft form which are proceeding through the review and final adoption
process. The IGC also has indicated its intent to publish additional proposed
rules in the future. The IGC has broad rulemaking power, and it is impossible
to predict what effect, if any, the amendment of existing rules or the
finalization of currently new rules might have on the operations of the
Indiana Riverboat or THCR. The following reflects both adopted and proposed
regulations. Further, the Indiana General Assembly has the power to promulgate
new laws and implement amendments to the Riverboat Gambling Act, which could
materially affect the operation or economic viability of the gaming industry
in Indiana.
 
  Riverboat Owner's License. The operation of a gaming riverboat in Indiana is
subject to the Riverboat Gambling Act and the administrative rules promulgated
thereunder. In June 1996, the IGC granted Trump Indiana a riverboat owner's
license, which must be renewed by June 2001.
 
  Interim Compliance Requirements. Interim compliance requires, among other
things: obtaining a permit to develop the riverboat gaming operation from the
United States Army Corps of Engineers, which permit was obtained on October
10, 1995; obtaining a valid certificate of inspection from the United States
Coast Guard for the vessel on which the riverboat gaming operation will be
conducted; applying for and receiving the appropriate permits or certificates
from the Indiana Alcoholic Beverage Commission, Indiana Fire Marshall, and
other appropriate local, state and federal agencies which issue permits
including, but not limited to, health permits, building permits and zoning
permits; closing the financing necessary to complete the development of the
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operation; posting a bond in compliance with the applicable law; obtaining the
insurance deemed necessary by the IGC; receiving licensure for electronic
gaming devices and other gaming equipment under applicable law; submitting an
emergency response plan in compliance with applicable laws; and taking any
other action that the IGC deems necessary for compliance under Indiana gaming
laws. Further, the IGC may place restrictions, conditions or requirements on
the permanent riverboat owner's license. Trump Indiana satisfied all interim
compliance requirements prior to receiving its riverboat owner's license from
the IGC. An owner's initial license expires five years after the effective
date of the license, and unless the owner's license is terminated, expires or
is revoked, the owner's license may be renewed annually by the IGC upon
satisfaction of certain conditions contained in the Riverboat Gambling Act.
 
  Transfer of Riverboat Owner's License. Pursuant to IGC proposed rules, an
ownership interest in a riverboat owner's license shall not be transferred
unless the transfer complies with applicable rules, and no riverboat gaming
operation may operate unless the appropriate licenses and approvals are
obtained from the IGC. Under current Indiana law, a maximum of 11 riverboat
owner's licenses may be in effect at any time. No person or entity may
simultaneously own an interest in more than two riverboat owner's licenses. A
person or entity may simultaneously own up to 100% in one riverboat owner's
license and no more than 10% in a second riverboat owner's license.
 
  A riverboat owner's licensee must possess a level of skill, experience, or
knowledge necessary to conduct a riverboat gaming operation that will have a
positive economic impact on the host site, as well as the entire State of
Indiana. Additional representative, but not exclusive, qualification criteria
with respect to the holder of a riverboat owner's license include character,
reputation, financial integrity, the facilities or proposed facilities for the
conduct of riverboat gaming including related non-gaming projects such as
hotel development, and the good faith affirmative action plan to recruit,
train and upgrade minorities and women in all employment classifications. The
IGC shall require persons holding riverboat owner's licenses to adopt policies
concerning the preferential hiring of residents of the city in which the
riverboat docks for riverboat jobs. The IGC has broad discretion in regard to
the issuance, renewal, revocation and suspension of licenses and approvals,
and the IGC is empowered to regulate a wide variety of gaming and non-gaming
related activities, including the licensing of suppliers to, and employees at,
riverboat gaming operations, and to approve the form of ownership and
financial structure of not only riverboat owner and supplier licensees, but
also their subsidiaries and affiliates.
 
  A riverboat owner's licensee or any other person may not lease, hypothecate,
borrow money against or loan money against a riverboat owner's license. An
ownership interest in a riverboat owner's license may only be transferred in
accordance with the regulations promulgated under the Riverboat Gambling Act.
An applicant for the approval of a transfer of a riverboat owner's license
must comply with application procedures prescribed by the IGC, present
evidence that it meets or possesses the standards, qualifications and other
criteria under Indiana gaming laws, that it meets all requirements for a
riverboat owner's license, and that it pay an investigative fee in the amount
of $50,000 with the application. If the IGC denies the application to transfer
an ownership interest, it shall issue notice of denial to the applicant, and,
unless specifically stated to the contrary, a notice of denial of an
application for transfer shall not constitute a finding that the applicant is
not suitable for licensure. A person who is served with notice of denial under
this rule may request an administrative hearing.
 
  Control Persons and Operational Matters. The IGC has implemented strict
regulations with respect to the suitability of riverboat owner's licensee,
their key personnel and their employees similar to the CCC Regulations and
precedent. The IGC utilizes a "class-based" licensing structure that subjects
all individuals associated with Trump Indiana to varying degrees of background
investigations. Likewise, comprehensive security measures, including video
surveillance by both random and fixed cameras, are required in the casino and
money counting areas. Additionally, the IGC has delineated procedures for the
reconciliation of the daily revenues and tax remittance to the state as
further detailed below.
 
  Tax. Under Indiana gaming law, a tax is imposed on admissions to gaming
excursions at a rate of three dollars for each person admitted to the gaming
excursion. This admission tax is imposed upon the riverboat owner's licensee
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the person using the ticket, with the exception that no tax shall be paid by
admittees who are actual and necessary officials, employees of the licensee or
other persons actually working on the riverboat. The IGC may suspend or revoke
the license of a riverboat owner's licensee that does not submit the payment
or the tax return form regarding admission tax within the required time
established by the IGC.
 
  A tax is imposed on the adjusted gross receipts received from gaming
authorized under the Riverboat Gambling Act at a rate of 20% of the amount of
the adjusted gross receipts. Adjusted gross receipts is defined as the total
of all cash and property (including checks received by a licensee), whether
collected or not, received by a licensee from gaming operations less the total
of all cash paid out as winnings to patrons including a provision for
uncollectible gaming receivables as is further set forth in the Riverboat
Gambling Act. The IGC may, from time to time, impose other fees and
assessments on riverboat owner's licensees. In addition, all use, excise and
retail taxes apply to sales aboard riverboats.
 
  In addition to the Indiana tax requirements, a similar tax on adjusted gross
receipts is imposed by the City at a rate of 4%.
 
  Restricted Contracts. Under proposed IGC rules, no riverboat owner's
licensee or riverboat license applicant may enter into or perform any contract
or transaction in which it transfers or receives consideration which is not
commercially reasonable or which does not reflect the fair market value of the
goods or services rendered or received as determined at the time the contract
is executed. Any contract entered into by a riverboat licensee or riverboat
license applicant that exceeds the total dollar amount of $50,000 shall be a
written contract. A riverboat license applicant means an applicant for a
riverboat owner's license that has been issued a certificate of suitability.
 
  Pursuant to IGC proposed rules, riverboat licensees and riverboat license
applicants must submit an internal control procedure regarding purchasing
transactions which must contain provisions regarding ethical standards,
compliance with state and federal laws, and prohibitions on the acceptance of
gifts and gratuities by purchasing and contracting personnel from suppliers of
goods or services. The proposed rules also require any riverboat licensee or
applicant to submit any contract, transaction, or series of transactions
greater than $500,000 in any 12-month period to the IGC within 10 days of the
execution, and to submit a summary of all contracts or transactions greater
than $50,000 in any 12-month period on a quarterly basis. The proposed rules
provide that contracts submitted to the IGC are not submitted for approval by
the IGC, but grant the IGC authority to cancel or terminate any contract not
in compliance with Indiana law and the IGC rules.
 
  Finance. Pursuant to IGC rules, any person (other than an institutional
investor) acquiring 5% or more of any class of voting securities of a publicly
traded corporation that owns a riverboat owner's license or 5% or more of the
beneficial interest in a riverboat licensee, directly or indirectly, through
any class of the voting securities of any holding or intermediary company of a
riverboat licensee shall apply to the IGC for a finding of suitability within
45 days after acquiring the securities. Each institutional investor who,
individually or in association with others, acquires, directly or indirectly,
5% or more of any class of voting securities of a publicly-traded corporation
that owns a riverboat owner's license or 5% or more of the beneficial interest
in a riverboat licensee through any class of the voting securities of any
holding or intermediary company of a riverboat licensee shall notify the IGC
within 10 days after the institutional investor acquires the securities and
shall provide additional information and may be subject to a finding of
suitability as required by the IGC.
 
  Under IGC rules, an institutional investor who would otherwise be subject to
a suitability finding shall, within 45 days after acquiring the interests,
submit the following information: a description of the institutional
investor's business and a statement as to why the institutional investor
satisfies the definitional requirements of an institutional investor under
Indiana gaming rule requirements; a certification made under oath that the
voting securities were acquired and are held for investment purposes only and
were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business as an
institutional investor; the name, address, telephone number, social security
number or federal tax identification number of each person who has the power
to direct or control the institutional investor's exercise of its voting
rights as a holder of voting securities of the riverboat licensee; the name of
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who beneficially owns 5% or more of the institutional investor's voting
securities or equivalent; a list of the institutional investor's affiliates; a
list of all securities of the riverboat licensee that are or were beneficially
owned by the institutional investor or its affiliates within the preceding one
year; a disclosure of all criminal and regulatory sanctions imposed during the
preceding ten years; a copy of any filing made under 16 U.S.C. (S)18(a); and
any other additional information the IGC may request to insure compliance with
Indiana gaming laws.
 
  Each institutional investor who, individually or in association with others,
acquires, directly or indirectly, the beneficial ownership of 15% or more of
any class of voting securities of a publicly-traded corporation that owns a
riverboat owner's license or 15% or more of the beneficial interest in a
riverboat licensee through any class of voting securities of any holding
company or intermediary company of a riverboat licensee shall apply to the IGC
for a finding of suitability within 45 days after acquiring the securities.
 
  The Certificate of Incorporation of THCR provides that THCR may redeem any
shares of THCR's capital stock held by any person or entity whose holding of
shares may cause the loss or nonreinstatement of a governmental license held
by THCR. As defined in THCR's Certificate of Incorporation, such redemption
shall be at the lesser of the market price of the stock or the price at which
the stock was purchased.
 
  Under IGC rules, an institutional investor means any of the following: a
retirement fund administered by a public agency for the exclusive benefit of
federal, state, or local public employees; an investment company registered
under the Investment Company Act of 1940; a collective investment trust
organized by banks under Part 9 of the Rules of the Comptroller of the
Currency; a closed end investment trust; a chartered or licensed life
insurance company or property and casualty insurance company; a banking,
chartered or licensed lending institution; an investment adviser registered
under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940; and any other entity the IGC
determines constitutes an institutional investor. The IGC may in the future
promulgate regulations with respect to the qualification of other financial
backers, mortgagees, bond holders, holders of indentures, or other financial
contributors.
 
  Minority and Women Business Participation. Indiana gaming laws provide that
the opportunity for full minority and women's business enterprise
participation in the riverboat industry in Indiana is essential to social and
economic parity for minority and women business persons. The IGC has the power
to review compliance with the goals of participation by minority and women
business persons and impose appropriate conditions on licensees to insure that
goals for such business enterprises are met.
 
  Under Indiana gaming laws, a riverboat licensee or a riverboat license
applicant shall designate certain minimum percentages of the value of its
contracts for goods and services to be expended with minority business
enterprises and women's business enterprises such that 10% of the dollar value
of the riverboat licensee's or the riverboat license applicant's contracts be
expended with minority business enterprises and 5% of the dollar value of the
riverboat licensee's or the riverboat license applicant's contracts be
expended with women's business enterprises. Expenditures with minority and
women's business enterprises are not mutually exclusive.
 
  IGC Action. All licensees subject to the jurisdiction of the IGC have a
continuing duty to maintain suitability for licensure. The IGC may initiate an
investigation or disciplinary action or both against a licensee whom the
commission has reason to believe is not maintaining suitability for licensure,
is not complying with licensure conditions, and/or is not complying with
Indiana gaming laws or regulations. The IGC may suspend, revoke, restrict, or
place conditions on the license of a licensee; require the removal of a
licensee or an employee of a licensee; impose a civil penalty or take any
other action deemed necessary by the IGC to insure compliance with Indiana
gaming laws.
 
  CLEAN WATER REGULATIONS
 
  Operation of the Indiana Riverboat must be in compliance with state and
federal clean water requirements, including the Federal Water Pollution
Control Act and the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 ("OPA"). OPA establishes an
extensive regulatory and liability regime for the protection and cleanup of
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affects all owners and operators whose vessels operate in United States
waters, which include the Great Lakes. OPA requires vessel owners and
operators to establish and maintain with the U.S. Coast Guard evidence of
financial responsibility sufficient to meet their potential liabilities under
OPA. U.S. Coast Guard regulations also implement the financial responsibility
requirements of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and
Liability Act by requiring evidence of financial responsibility in an amount
of $300 per gross ton, in addition to any required under OPA. THCR and Trump
Indiana have obtained insurance coverage and a Certificate of Financial
Responsibility as required by OPA. However, in the case of a catastrophic
spill or a spill in a sensitive environment, there can be no assurance that
such occurrence would not result in liability in excess of the insurance
coverage.
 
  OTHER LAWS AND REGULATIONS
 
  The United States Department of the Treasury (the "Treasury") has adopted
regulations pursuant to which a casino is required to file a report of each
deposit, withdrawal, exchange of currency, gambling tokens or chips, or other
payments or transfers by, through or to such casino which involves a
transaction in currency of more than $10,000 per patron, per gaming day (a
"Currency Transaction Report"). Such reports are required to be made on forms
prescribed by the Secretary of the Treasury and are filed with the
Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (the "Service"). In addition,
THCR is required to maintain detailed records (including the names, addresses,
social security numbers and other information with respect to its gaming
customers) dealing with, among other items, the deposit and withdrawal of
funds and the maintenance of a line of credit.
 
  In the past, the Service had taken the position that gaming winnings from
table games by nonresident aliens were subject to a 30% withholding tax. The
Service, however, subsequently adopted a practice of not collecting such tax.
Recently enacted legislation exempts from withholding tax table game winnings
by nonresident aliens, unless the Secretary of the Treasury determines by
regulation that such collections have become administratively feasible.
 
  As the result of an audit conducted by the Treasury's Office of Financial
Enforcement in 1995, Plaza Associates was alleged to have failed to timely
file the Currency Transaction Report in connection with 65 individual currency
transactions in excess of $10,000 during the period from October 31, 1986 to
December 10, 1988. Plaza Associates paid a fine of $292,500 in connection with
these violations. Plaza Associates has revised its internal control procedures
to ensure continued compliance with these regulations. From 1992 through 1995,
the Service conducted an audit of Currency Transaction Reports filed by Taj
Associates for the period from April 2, 1990 through December 31, 1991. The
Treasury has received a report detailing the audit as well as the response of
Taj Associates. Recently, as a result of Taj Associates' audit, the Treasury
has notified Taj Associates that it failed to timely file the Currency
Transaction Report in connection with 193 individual currency transactions.
The Treasury has indicated in its notification that the matter can be resolved
by the payment of a penalty which is significantly lower than the maximum
penalty allowed by law. Management believes that any such amounts will not be
material to THCR.
 
  The Indiana Riverboat site is located near or adjacent to and may include
protected wetlands which may subject THCR to obligations or liabilities in
connection with wetlands mitigation or protection.
 
  THCR is subject to other federal, state and local regulations and, on a
periodic basis, must obtain various licenses and permits, including those
required to sell alcoholic beverages in the State of New Jersey as well as in
other jurisdictions. Management believes all required licenses and permits
necessary to conduct the business of THCR has been obtained for operations in
New Jersey and Indiana.
 
  THCR expects to be subject to similar rigorous regulatory standards in each
other jurisdiction in which it seeks to conduct gaming operations. There can
be no assurance that regulations adopted, permits required or taxes imposed by
other jurisdictions will permit profitable operations by THCR in those
jurisdictions.
 
  In addition, the Federal Merchant Marine Act of 1936 and the Federal
Shipping Act of 1916 and the applicable regulations thereunder contain
provisions designed to prevent persons who are not citizens of the
 
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United States, as defined therein, from beneficially owning more than 25% of
the capital stock of any entity operating a vessel on the Great Lakes.
 
ITEM 2. PROPERTIES.
 
THCR
 
  THCR has entered into a ten year lease with The Trump-Equitable Fifth Avenue
Company, a corporation wholly owned by Trump (the "Trump-Equitable Company"),
dated as of July 1, 1995, for the lease of office space in The Trump Tower in
New York City, which THCR may use for its general, executive and
administrative offices. The fixed rent is $115,500 per year, paid in equal
monthly installments, for the period from July 1, 1995 to June 30, 2000 and
will be $129,250 per year, paid in equal monthly installments, for the period
from July 1, 2000 to June 30, 2005. In addition, THCR will pay as additional
rent, among other things, a portion of the property taxes due each year. THCR
has the option to terminate this lease upon ninety days' written notice and
payment of $32,312.50.
 
TRUMP PLAZA
 
  Plaza Associates owns and leases several parcels of land in and around
Atlantic City, New Jersey, each of which is used in connection with the
operation of Trump Plaza and each of which is currently subject to the liens
of the mortgages associated with the Trump AC Mortgage Notes (collectively,
the "Plaza Mortgages") and certain other liens.
 
  Plaza Casino Parcel. Trump Plaza's main tower is located on The Boardwalk in
Atlantic City, New Jersey, next to the existing Atlantic City Convention
Center. It occupies the entire city block (approximately 2.38 acres) bounded
by The Boardwalk, Mississippi Avenue, Pacific Avenue and Columbia Place (the
"Plaza Casino Parcel").
 
  The Plaza Casino Parcel consists of four tracts of land, three of which are
currently owned by Plaza Associates and one of which is leased by Plaza Hotel
Management Company ("PHMC") to Plaza Associates pursuant to a non-renewable
ground lease, which expires on December 31, 2078 (the "PHMC Lease"). The land
which is subject to the PHMC Lease is referred to as the "Plaza Leasehold
Tract." Seashore Four Associates ("Seashore Four") and Trump Seashore
Associates ("Trump Seashore") had leased to Plaza Associates two of the tracts
which are now owned by Plaza Associates. Trump Seashore and Seashore Four are
100% beneficially owned by Trump and are, therefore, affiliates of THCR. Plaza
Associates purchased the tract from Seashore Four in January 1997 and the
tract from Trump Seashore in September 1996 for $10 million and $14.5 million,
respectively.
 
  Plaza Associates, in addition to the payment of fixed rent, is responsible
for all costs and expenses with respect to the use, operation and ownership of
the Plaza Leasehold Tract and the improvements now, or which may in the future
be, located thereon, including, but not limited to, all maintenance and repair
costs, insurance premiums, real estate taxes, assessments and utility charges.
The improvements located on the Plaza Leasehold Tract are owned by Plaza
Associates during the term of the PHMC Lease, and upon the expiration of the
term of the PHMC Lease (for whatever reason), ownership of such improvements
will vest in PHMC. The PHMC Lease contains an option pursuant to which Plaza
Associates may purchase the Plaza Leasehold Tract at certain times during the
term of such Plaza Ground Lease under certain circumstances.
 
  Parking Parcels. Plaza Associates owns a parcel of land (the "Plaza Garage
Parcel") located across the street from the Plaza Casino Parcel and along
Pacific Avenue in a portion of the block bound by Pacific Avenue, Mississippi
Avenue, Atlantic Avenue and Missouri Avenue. Plaza Associates has constructed
the Transportation Facility on the Plaza Garage Parcel. An enclosed pedestrian
walkway from the parking garage accesses Trump Plaza at the casino level.
Parking at the parking garage is available to Trump Plaza's guests, as well as
to the general public.
 
 
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  Plaza Associates leases, pursuant to the PHMC Lease, a parcel of land
located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Mississippi and Pacific
Avenues consisting of approximately 11,800 square-feet ("Additional Parcel 1")
and owns another parcel on Mississippi Avenue adjacent to Additional Parcel 1
consisting of approximately 5,750 square-feet.
 
  Plaza Associates also owns five parcels of land, aggregating approximately
43,300 square-feet, and subleases one parcel consisting of approximately 3,125
square-feet. All of such parcels are contiguous and are located along Atlantic
Avenue, in the same block as the Plaza Garage Parcel. They are used for
signage and surface parking and are not encumbered by any mortgage liens other
than that of the Plaza Mortgages.
 
  Warehouse Parcel. Plaza Associates owns a warehouse and office facility
located in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, containing approximately 64,000
square-feet of space (the "Egg Harbor Parcel"). The Egg Harbor Parcel is
encumbered by a first mortgage having an outstanding principal balance, as of
December 31, 1996, of approximately $1.5 million and is encumbered by the
Plaza Mortgage. This facility is currently being utilized by TCS.
 
  Trump Plaza East. In connection with the Taj Acquisition, Plaza Associates
exercised its option to purchase the fee and leasehold interests comprising
Trump Plaza East (the "Trump Plaza East Purchase Option") for a purchase price
of $28.0 million. During the years ended December 31, 1994, 1995 and 1996,
Plaza Associates incurred approximately $4.9 million, $3.8 million and $1.1
million, respectively, in expenses associated with its lease of Trump Plaza
East. As of December 31, 1996, Plaza Associates had capitalized approximately
$43.6 million in construction costs related to Trump Plaza East.
 
  In September 1993, Trump (as predecessor in interest to Plaza Associates
under the lease for Trump Plaza East) entered into a sublease ("Time Warner
Sublease") with Time Warner pursuant to which Time Warner subleased the entire
first floor of retail space for a new Warner Brothers Studio Store which
opened in July 1994. The Time Warner Sublease provides for a ten-year term
which expires on the last day of the month immediately preceding the tenth
anniversary of the commencement date and contains two five-year renewal
options exercisable by Time Warner. Time Warner renovated the premises in
connection with opening the studio store. Time Warner may terminate the Time
Warner Sublease at any time after July 1996 in the event that gross sales for
the store do not meet certain threshold amounts or at any time if Plaza
Associates fails to operate a first-class hotel at Trump Plaza East.
 
  Trump World's Fair. Pursuant to the option to purchase Trump World's Fair
(the "Trump World's Fair Purchase Option"), on June 12, 1995, using proceeds
from the June 1995 Offerings, Plaza Associates acquired title to Trump World's
Fair. Further, pursuant to an easement agreement with The New Jersey Sports
and Exposition Authority ("NJSEA"), Plaza Associates has an exclusive easement
over, in and through the portions of the Atlantic City Convention Center used
as the pedestrian walkway connecting Trump Plaza's main tower and Trump
World's Fair. The easement is for a 25-year term and may be renewed at the
option of Plaza Associates for one additional 25-year period. In consideration
of the granting of the easement, Plaza Associates must pay to NJSEA the sum of
$2.0 million annually, such annual payment to be adjusted every five years to
reflect changes in the consumer price index. Plaza Associates will have the
right to terminate the easement agreement at any time upon six months' notice
to NJSEA in consideration of a termination payment of $1,000,000. See
"Executive Compensation--Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider
Participation--Certain Related Party Transactions--Plaza Associates" and
"Business--Gaming and Other Laws and Regulations--New Jersey Gaming
Regulations--Approved Hotel Facilities."
 
  Superior Mortgages. The liens securing the indebtedness on the Plaza Garage
Parcel and the Egg Harbor Parcel (all of such liens are collectively called
the "Existing Senior Plaza Mortgages") are each senior to the liens of the
Plaza Mortgages. The principal amount currently secured by such Existing
Senior Plaza Mortgages as of December 31, 1996 was, in the aggregate,
approximately $3.4 million.
 
 
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  Plaza Associates has financed or leased and from time to time will finance
or lease its acquisition of furniture, fixtures and equipment. The lien in
favor of any such lender or lessor may be superior to the liens of the Plaza
Mortgages.
 
TAJ MAHAL
 
  Taj Associates currently owns the parcels of land which are used in
connection with the operation of the Taj Mahal. Each of these parcels is
encumbered by the mortgage securing the Trump AC Mortgage Notes.
 
  The Casino Parcel. The land comprising the site upon which the Taj Mahal is
located consists of approximately 17 acres, which is bound by The Boardwalk to
the south, Maryland Avenue to the east, Pennsylvania Avenue to the west and
which extends to the north towards Pacific Avenue for approximately three-
quarters of a city block on the western portion of the site and two-thirds of
a city block on the eastern portion of the site. Construction was
substantially completed and the Taj Mahal was opened to the public on April 2,
1990.
 
  Taj Entertainment Complex. In connection with the Taj Acquisition, Taj
Associates purchased the Taj Entertainment Complex from Realty Corp. The Taj
Entertainment Complex is a 20,000-square-foot multi-purpose entertainment
complex known as the Xanadu Theater with seating capacity for approximately
1,200 people, which can be used as a theater, concert hall, boxing arena or
exhibition hall.
 
  Steel Pier. In connection with the Taj Acquisition, Taj Associates purchased
the pier located across The Boardwalk from the Taj Mahal (the "Steel Pier")
from Realty Corp. Taj Associates initially proposed a concept to improve the
Steel Pier, the estimated cost of which improvements was $30 million. Such
concept was approved by the New Jersey Department of Environment Protection
("NJDEP"), the agency which administers the Coastal Area Facilities Review Act
("CAFRA"). A condition imposed on Taj Associates' CAFRA permit (which, in
turn, is a condition of Taj Associates' casino license) initially required
that Taj Associates begin construction of certain improvements on the Steel
Pier by October 1992, which improvements were to be completed within 18 months
of commencement. In March 1993, Taj Associates obtained a modification of its
CAFRA permit providing for the extension of the required commencement and
completion dates of the improvements to the Steel Pier for one year based upon
an interim use of the Steel Pier for an amusement park. Taj Associates
received additional one-year extensions of the required commencement and
completion dates of the improvements of the Steel Pier based upon the same
interim use of the Steel Pier as an amusement park pursuant to a sublease
("Pier Sublease") with an amusement park operator. The Pier Sublease
terminates on December 31, 1997.
 
  Office and Warehouse Space. Taj Associates owns an office building located
on South Pennsylvania Avenue adjacent to the Taj Mahal. In addition, Taj
Associates, in April 1991, purchased for approximately $1.7 million certain
facilities of Castle Associates which are presently leased to commercial
tenants and used for office space and vehicle maintenance facilities. In
connection with the Taj Acquisition, Taj Associates purchased from Realty
Corp. a warehouse complex of approximately 34,500 square-feet.
 
  Taj Associates has entered into a lease with Trump-Equitable Company for the
lease of office space in Trump Tower in New York City, which Taj Associates
uses as a marketing office. The monthly payments under the lease had been
$1,000, and the premises were leased at such rent for four months in 1992, the
full twelve months in 1993 and 1994 and eight months in 1995. On September 1,
1995, the lease was renewed for a term of five years with an option for Taj
Associates to cancel the lease on September 1 of each year, upon six months'
notice and payment of six months' rent. Under the renewed lease, the monthly
payments are $2,184.
 
  Parking. The Taj Mahal provides parking for approximately 5,200 cars of
which 4,500 spaces are located in indoor parking garages and 700 surface
spaces are located on land purchased from Realty Corp. in connection with the
Taj Acquisition. In addition, Taj Associates entered into a lease agreement
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share its employee parking facilities. In connection with the Taj Mahal
Expansion, Taj Associates intends to expand its self-parking facilities by
approximately 2,400 spaces.
 
  Themed Restaurants. Hard Rock Cafe International (N.J.), Inc. ("Hard Rock")
has entered into a fifteen-year lease (the "Hard Rock Cafe Lease") with Taj
Associates for the lease of space at the Taj Mahal for a Hard Rock Cafe. The
basic rent under the Hard Rock Cafe Lease is $750,000 per year, paid in equal
monthly installments, for the first 10 years of the lease term, and will be
$825,000 per year, paid in equal monthly installments, for the remaining 5
years of the lease term. In addition, Hard Rock will pay percentage rent in an
amount equal to 10% of Hard Rock's annual gross sales in excess of
$10,000,000. Hard Rock has the right to terminate the Hard Rock Cafe Lease on
the tenth anniversary thereof and also has the option to extend the term of
the lease for an additional five year period at an annual basic rent of
$907,500 during such renewal term. The Hard Rock Cafe opened in November 1996.
 
  All Star Cafe, Inc. ("All Star") has entered into a twenty-year lease (the
"All Star Cafe Lease") with Taj Associates for the lease of space at the Taj
Mahal for an All Star Cafe. The basic rent under the All Star Cafe Lease is
$1.0 million per year, paid in equal monthly installments. In addition, All
Star will pay percentage rent in an amount equal to the difference, if any,
between (i) 8% of All Star's gross sales made during each calendar month
during the first lease year, 9% of All Star's gross sales made during each
calendar month during the second lease year and 10% of All Star's gross sales
made during each calendar month during the third through the twentieth lease
years, and (ii) one-twelfth of the annual basic rent. The All Star Cafe opened
in March 1997.
 
TRUMP'S CASTLE
 
  The Casino Parcel. Trump's Castle is located in the Marina on an
approximately 14.7 acre triangular-shaped parcel of land, which is owned by
Castle Associates in fee, located at the intersection of Huron Avenue and
Brigantine Boulevard directly across from the Marina, approximately two miles
from The Boardwalk.
 
  Trump's Castle has approximately 76,100 square-feet of gaming space which
accommodates 93 table games (including 6 poker tables), 2,339 slot machines
and race simulcasting facilities. In addition to the casino, Trump's Castle
consists of a 27-story hotel with 728 guest rooms, including 185 suites, of
which 99 are "Crystal Tower" luxury suites. Renovation of 300 of the guest
rooms was completed in 1995 and 210 additional guest rooms were renovated in
1996. The facility also offers eight restaurants, a 460-seat cabaret theater,
two cocktail lounges, 58,000 square-feet of convention, ballroom and meeting
space, a swimming pool, tennis courts and a sports and health club facility.
Trump's Castle has been designed so that it can be enlarged in phases into a
facility containing 2,000 rooms and a 1,600-seat cabaret theater. Trump's
Castle also has a nine-story garage providing on-site parking for
approximately 3,000 vehicles and a helipad which is located atop the parking
garage, making Trump's Castle the only Atlantic City casino with access by
land, sea and air.
 
  During 1995 and 1996, Trump's Castle replaced over 46% of the slot machines
on its casino floor with new, more popular models and upgraded its
computerized slot tracking and slot marketing system. In 1994, Trump's Castle
added 153 slot machines, completed a 3,000 square-foot expansion to its casino
which enabled Trump's Castle to accommodate the addition of simulcast race
track wagering and expended in excess of $2 million on renovations to its
hotel facility. The casino expansion also increased casino access and casino
visibility for hotel patrons. In 1993, Trump's Castle completed the
construction of a Las Vegas-style marquee and reader board, the largest of its
kind on the East Coast.
 
  The Marina. Pursuant to an agreement with the New Jersey Division of Parks
and Forestry (the "Marina Agreement"), Castle Associates in 1987 began
operating and renovating the marina at the Marina, including docks containing
approximately 645 slips. An elevated pedestrian walkway connecting Trump's
Castle to a two-story building at the marina was completed in 1989. Castle
Associates constructed the two-story building, which contains a 240-seat
restaurant and offices as well as a snack bar and a large nautical theme
retail store. Pursuant to the Marina Agreement and a certain lease between the
State of New Jersey, as landlord, and Castle Associates, as tenant, dated as
of September 1, 1990 (the "Marina Lease"), Castle Associates commenced leasing
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and the improvements thereon for an initial term of twenty-five years. The
lease is a net lease pursuant to which Castle Associates, in addition to the
payment of annual rent equal to the greater of (i) a certain percentage of
gross revenues of Castle Associates from operation of the marina during the
lease year and (ii) minimum base rent of $300,000 annually (increasing every
five years to $500,000 in 2011), is responsible for all costs and expenses
related to the premises, including but not limited to, all maintenance and
repair costs, insurance premiums, real estate taxes, assessments and utility
charges. Any improvements made to the marina (which is owned by the State of
New Jersey), excluding the elevated pedestrian walkway, automatically become
the property of the State of New Jersey upon their completion. It is
anticipated that the Marina Lease will be renegotiated in connection with the
Trump's Castle Expansion.
 
  The Parking Parcel. Castle Associates also owns an employee parking lot
located on Route 30, approximately two miles from Trump's Castle, which can
accommodate approximately 1,000 cars.
 
INDIANA RIVERBOAT
 
  See "Business --Indiana Riverboat."
 
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.
 
  General. THCR and certain of its employees have been involved in various
legal proceedings. Such persons are vigorously defending the allegations
against them and intend to contest vigorously any future proceedings. In
general, THCR has agreed to indemnify such persons against any and all losses,
claims, damages, expenses (including reasonable costs, disbursements and
counsel fees) and liabilities (including amounts paid or incurred in
satisfaction of settlements, judgments, fines and penalties) incurred by them
in said legal proceedings.
 
  Plaza Associates. From monies made available to it, the CRDA is required to
set aside $100 million for investment in hotel development projects in
Atlantic City undertaken by casino licensees which result in the construction
or rehabilitation of at least 200 hotel rooms by December 31, 1996. These
investments are to fund up to 35% of the cost to casino licensees of such
projects. See "Business--Gaming and Other Laws and Regulations--New Jersey
Gaming Regulations--Investment Alternative Tax Obligations." Plaza Associates
made application for such funding to the CRDA with respect to its proposed
construction and rehabilitation of the Trump Plaza East hotel rooms and
related Boardwalk and second level facilities, proposed demolition of an
existing hotel expansion structure attached thereto and development of an
appurtenant public park, roadway and parking area on the site thereof and
proposed acquisition of the entire project site.
 
  The CRDA, in rulings through January 10, 1995, approved the hotel
development project and, with respect to same, reserved to Plaza Associates
the right to take investment tax credits in an amount equal to 27% ($14.1
million) of $52.4 million of eligible estimated project development costs. In
October 1994, following a September 1994 CCC ruling authorizing the same,
Plaza Associates advised the CRDA of its intention to, without affecting
either the project development costs or the tax credits, locate approximately
15,000 square feet of casino space on the second floor of Trump Plaza East and
was advised by the CRDA that its proposed use of such space would not affect
the approval of the hotel development project.
 
  As part of its approval and on the basis of its powers of eminent domain,
the CRDA, during 1994, initiated five condemnation proceedings in the Superior
Court of New Jersey, Atlantic County, to acquire certain small parcels of land
within the project site. The defendants in three of those matters, with
respect to parcels which impact only the public park and parking areas, Casino
Reinvestment Development Authority v. Banin, et al., Docket No. ATL-L-2676-94,
Casino Reinvestment Development Authority v. Sabatini, et al., Docket No.
ATL-L-2976-94, and Casino Reinvestment Development Authority v. Coking, et
al., Docket No. ATL-L-2974-94, asserted numerous defenses to the condemnation
complaints and filed counterclaims against CRDA and third-party complaints
against Plaza Associates alleging, inter alia, an improper exercise of CRDA
power for private purposes and conspiracy between the CRDA and Plaza
Associates. After the filing of briefs and a hearing, a New Jersey Superior
Court judge issued an opinion that the Trump Plaza East acquisition and
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not eligible for CRDA funding and, as a result, the CRDA could not exercise
its power of eminent domain because the project included casino floor space.
The court, by order dated April 18, 1995, dismissed the condemnation
complaints with prejudice. On April 17, the same judge dismissed the
counterclaims and third-party complaints without prejudice. Notices of appeal
were filed with the New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division, on April
21, 1995 by the CRDA and on April 24, 1995 by Plaza Associates. On May 1,
1995, the Casino Association of New Jersey on behalf of its members, 11 of the
12 Atlantic City casino hotels, filed a motion to intervene or, in the
alternative, for leave to appear as an amicus curiae. Briefs were filed by all
parties and oral arguments occurred in April 1996. In November 1996, the
Appellate Division unanimously held that the acquisition and renovation of
Trump Plaza East were eligible for CRDA funding and remanded the matter to the
trial court to conduct the condemnation proceedings. The defendants have
petitioned the New Jersey Supreme Court for certification, which petition is
currently pending.
 
  Plaza Associates believes it has been successful in establishing, based in
part on the March 29, 1995 opinion of the New Jersey Office of Legislative
Services, which serves as legal counsel to the New Jersey State Legislature,
that N.J.S.A. 5:12-173.8 empowered the CRDA to approve and fund projects such
as Trump Plaza East and, in part, on the fact that Section 173.8 expressly
exempts hotel development projects from the statutory limitation with respect
to any CRDA investment or project which directly and exclusively benefits the
casino hotel or related facility.
 
  In a related matter, Vera Coking, et al. v. Atlantic City Planning Board and
Trump Plaza Associates, Docket No. ATL-L-339-94, the Atlantic City Planning
Board's approval of the Trump Plaza East renovation was challenged on various
grounds. In July 1994, a New Jersey Superior Court judge upheld the Atlantic
City Planning Board approvals with respect to the hotel renovation component
of Trump Plaza East and the new roadway but invalidated the approval of the
valet parking lot and the public park because Plaza Associates lacked site
control with respect to the small parcels of land CRDA sought to condemn.
Plaintiff appealed the court's decision upholding the approval of the hotel
renovation and new roadway and Plaza Associates cross-appealed the court's
decision invalidating the approval of the public park and valet parking area.
Plaza Associates withdrew its cross-appeal and received land-use approval for
and has constructed the valet parking area after deletion of one of the small
parcels. In June 1996, the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division,
affirmed the trial court's ruling upholding the approvals for the hotel
renovation and the new roadway.
 
  In another related matter, Josef Banin and Vera Coking v. Atlantic City
Planning Board and Trump Plaza Associates, Docket No. L-2188-95, the land-use
approval for this area has been challenged on various grounds. Plaza
Associates filed its answer to the complaint denying the allegations of the
complaint. The land-use approval involves certain minor amendments to the
previously granted site plan approvals for the hotel renovation component of
Trump Plaza East and the new roadway. The amendments included certain design
changes with respect to the Trump Plaza East and certain design changes to the
roadway. The amendments did not require any variance relief and the amendments
fully complied with the Land Use Ordinance of the City of Atlantic City. The
plaintiffs allege the Atlantic City Planning Board acted in an arbitrary and
capricious manner in approving the amendments and further argue that the
chairperson of the Atlantic City Planning Board had a conflict of interest in
hearing the matter because of her status as an employee of the CRDA, the
entity that had approved certain funding for the project. On January 26, 1996,
the New Jersey Superior Court upheld the approval of the amendment by the
Atlantic City Planning Board and rejected the plaintiffs' claim with respect
to the chairwoman's conflict of interest. The plaintiffs' time to appeal this
decision expired in June 1996.
 
  On April 3, 1989, BPHC Acquisition, Inc. and BPHC Parking Corp.
(collectively, "BPHC") filed a third-party complaint (the "Complaint") against
Plaza Associates and Trump. The Complaint arose in connection with the action
entitled Boardwalk Properties, Inc. and Penthouse International Ltd. v. BPHC
Acquisition, Inc. and BPHC Parking Corp., which was instituted on March 20,
1989 in the New Jersey Superior Court, Chancery Division, Atlantic County.
 
  The suit arose in connection with the conditional sale by Boardwalk
Properties, Inc. ("BPI") (or, with respect to certain of the property, BPI's
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(i) Trump Plaza East, (ii) an approximately 4.2-acre parcel of land located on
Atlantic Avenue, diagonally across from Trump Plaza's parking garage (the
"Columbus Plaza Site") which was then owned by an entity in which 50% of the
interests were each owned by BPHC and BPI and (iii) an additional 1,462 square
foot parcel of land located within the area of Trump Plaza East (the
"Bongiovanni Site"). Prior to BPI entering into its agreement with Trump, BPI
had entered into agreements with BPHC which provided, among other things, for
the sale to BPHC of Trump Plaza East, as well as BPI's interest in the
Columbus Plaza Site, assuming that certain contingencies were satisfied by a
certain date. Additionally, by agreement between BPHC and BPI, in the event
BPHC failed to close on Trump Plaza East, BPHC would convey to BPI the
Bongiovanni Site. Upon BPHC's failure to close on Trump Plaza East, BPI
entered into its agreement with Trump pursuant to which it sold Trump Plaza
East to Trump and instituted a lawsuit against BPHC for specific performance
to compel BPHC to transfer to BPI, BPHC's interest in the Columbus Plaza Site
and Bongiovanni Site, as provided for in the various agreements between BPHC
and BPI and in the agreement between BPI and Trump.
 
  The Complaint alleged that Plaza Associates and/or Trump engaged in the
following activities: civil conspiracy, violations of the New Jersey Antitrust
Act, violations of the New Jersey RICO statute, malicious interference with
contractual relations, malicious interference with prospective economic
advantage, inducement to breach a fiduciary duty and malicious abuse of
process. The relief sought in the Complaint included, among other things,
compensatory damages, punitive damages, treble damages, injunctive relief, the
revocation of all of Plaza Associates' and Trump's casino licenses, the
revocation of Plaza Associates' current Certificate of Partnership, the
revocation of any other licenses or permits issued to Plaza Associates and
Trump by the State of New Jersey, and a declaration voiding the conveyance by
BPI to Trump of BPI's interest in Trump Plaza East, as well as BPI's and/or
Trump's rights to obtain title to the Columbus Plaza Site.
 
  On October 13, 1993, a final judgment as to Trump and Plaza Associates was
filed. That judgment dismissed each and every claim against Trump and Plaza
Associates. The case remained open as to final resolution of all claims
between BPI and BPHC. Following the entry of a subsequent judgment as to those
claims, BPHC and BPI have settled all claims between them. BPHC is pursuing
its appeal as to Trump and Plaza Associates but only as to its money damages
claims of interference with contract and prospective economic advantage and of
inducing BPI to breach its fiduciary duty to BPHC. All other claims raised in
the Complaint as to Trump and Plaza Associates and dismissed by the October
13, 1993 judgment have been finally determined in favor of Trump and Plaza
Associates. All briefs due in connection with BPHC's appeal were filed and the
appeal was argued in March 1997. A decision is expected in the near future.
 
  Taj Associates. On March 29, 1990, Taj Associates entered into a Lease
Agreement (the "Taj Lease Agreement") with the City of Atlantic City for a
term of seven years, subject to the explicit prior approval of the NJDEP to
continue to use the land beyond April 2, 1992, pursuant to which Taj
Associates leased a parcel of land containing approximately 1,300 spaces for
employee intercept parking at a cost of approximately $1.0 million per year.
In addition, Taj Associates has expended in excess of $1.4 million in
improving the site. The permit under which the lease is operated was issued by
NJDEP on December 20, 1989 for five years and contains several conditions, one
of which required Taj Associates to find another location "off-island" for
employee parking by April 2, 1992. NJDEP extended this condition for two
successive one-year periods through April 2, 1994. On November 14, 1994, as a
result of the non-renewal of the permit, Taj Associates notified Atlantic City
that the Taj Lease Agreement had become inoperative and was therefore being
canceled as of December 20, 1994. Taj Associates subsequently obtained "off-
island" parking with Castle Associates sufficient to meet its employee parking
requirements. Atlantic City has indicated in a letter to Taj Associates that
it contests the cancellation of the Taj Lease Agreement and claims certain
extensions to the permit apply, to which Taj Associates does not agree. No
legal proceedings have been commenced by Atlantic City to date.
 
  Taj Associates was also a party to an administrative proceeding involving
allegations that it had violated certain provisions of the Casino Control Act.
In June 1996, Taj Associates entered into a stipulation and settlement with
the Division. The final outcome of this proceeding did not have a material
adverse effect on Taj Associates or on its ability to otherwise retain or
renew any casino or other licenses required under the Casino Control Act for
the operation of the Taj Mahal.
 
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  Trump Indiana. Commencing in early 1994, Trump Indiana (which was then
wholly owned by Trump), through its Indiana counsel, had discussions with
eight Indiana residents regarding the potential purchase by such residents of
non-voting stock of Trump Indiana, representing a total of 7.5% of the equity
in Trump Indiana. The purchase price of the stock was to have been paid with a
promissory note secured by the stock purchased, although the purchase price
and other material terms of the proposed purchase were never agreed upon. Such
discussions did not result in an agreement for, or the purchase of, any stock
by the residents. It was subsequently determined to include Trump Indiana as a
wholly owned subsidiary of THCR Holdings in connection with the June 1995
Offerings. The residents then asserted a right to purchase stock in Trump
Indiana. Trump Indiana and THCR did not agree with the residents' assertions
of any such rights with respect to the stock of Trump Indiana or otherwise,
and so advised the residents. Although discussions had been ongoing with
respect to the resolution of this matter, on March 29, 1996, in the matter
entitled Keshav D. Aggarwal, et al. v. Donald J. Trump, Trump Hotels & Casino
Resorts, Inc., Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. and Trump Indiana,
Inc., such residents filed a complaint with respect to this matter in the
United States District Court, Southern District of Indiana, seeking, among
other things, compensatory and punitive damages in an unspecified amount, and
that the court order the defendants to transfer ownership of 7.5% of Trump
Indiana to the plaintiffs. Trump, THCR, THCR Holdings and Trump Indiana filed
an answer to the complaint on May 31, 1996. THCR and the other defendants
intend to vigorously contest the allegations against them. Further, management
believes that the resolution of these claims will not have a material adverse
effect on THCR.
 
  Castle Acquisition. On August 14, 1996, certain stockholders of THCR filed
two derivative actions in the Court of Chancery in Delaware (Civil Action Nos.
15148 and 15160) (the "Delaware cases") against each of the members of the
Board of Directors of THCR, THCR, THCR Holdings, Castle Associates and TCI-II.
The plaintiffs claim that the directors of THCR breached their fiduciary
duties in connection with the Castle Acquisition by purchasing those interests
at an excessive price in a self-dealing transaction. The complaint sought to
enjoin the transaction, and also sought damages and an accounting. The
injunction was never pursued.
 
  On October 16, 1996, a stockholder of THCR filed a derivative action in the
United States District Court, Southern District of New York (96 Civ. 7820)
against each member of the Board of Directors of THCR, THCR, THCR Holdings,
Castle Associates, TCI, TCI-II, TCHI and Salomon Brothers Inc ("Salomon"). The
plaintiff claims that certain of the defendants breached their fiduciary
duties and engaged in ultra vires acts in connection with the Castle
Acquisition and that Salomon was negligent in the issuance of its fairness
opinion with respect to the Castle Acquisition. The Plaintiff also alleges
violations of the federal securities laws for alleged omissions and
misrepresentations in THCR's proxies, and that Trump, TCI-II and TCHI breached
the acquisition agreement by supplying THCR with untrue information for
inclusion in the proxy statement delivered to THCR's stockholders in
connection with the Castle Acquisition. The plaintiff seeks removal of the
directors of THCR, an injunction, rescission and damages.
 
  The Delaware cases were recently dismissed in Delaware and amended and
refiled in the Southern District of New York. These cases have subsequently
been consolidated with the federal action for all purposes, including pretrial
proceedings and trial. On or about January 17, 1997, the plaintiffs filed
their Consolidated Amended Derivative Complaint (the "First Amended
Complaint"), reflecting the consolidation. On or about March 24, 1997, the
plaintiffs filed their Second Consolidated Amended Derivative Complaint (the
"Second Amended Complaint"). In addition to the allegations made in the First
Amended Complaint, the Second Amended Complaint claims that certain of the
defendants breached their fiduciary duties and wasted corporate assets in
connection with the previously contemplated transaction with Colony Capital.
The Second Amended Complaint also includes claims against Colony Capital for
aiding and abetting certain of those violations. In addition to the relief
sought in the First Amended Complaint, the Second Amended Complaint sought to
enjoin the previously contemplated transaction with Colony Capital or, if it
was effectuated, to rescind it. On March 27, 1996 THCR and Colony Capital
mutually agreed to end negotiations with respect to such transaction. THCR and
at least certain other defendants intend to move to dismiss the action
shortly.
 
  THCR believes that the suits are without merit and intend to contest
vigorously the allegations against them. At this early stage, however, no
opinion can be expressed as to the likely outcome of these actions.
 
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<PAGE>
 
  Other Litigation. On March 13, 1997, THCR filed a lawsuit in the United
States District Court, District of New Jersey, against Mirage Resorts
Incorporated, the State of New Jersey, the New Jersey Department of
Transportation, the South Jersey Transportation Authority, the CRDA, the New
Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority, and others. THCR is seeking
declaratory and injunctive relief to recognize and prevent violations by the
defendants of the casino clause of the New Jersey State Constitution and
various federal securities and environmental laws relating to proposed
infrastructure improvements in the Marina. The outcome of this action may
affect management's decision to pursue and complete the Taj Mahal Expansion
and the Trump's Castle Expansion.
 
  Various legal proceedings are now pending against THCR. Management considers
all such proceedings to be ordinary litigation incident to the character of
its business. Management believes that the resolution of these claims will
not, individually or in the aggregate, have a material adverse effect on its
financial condition or results of operations.
 
  From time to time, Plaza Associates, Taj Associates, Castle Associates and
Trump Indiana may be involved in routine administrative proceedings involving
alleged violations of certain provisions of the Casino Control Act and the
Riverboat Gambling Act, as the case may be. However, management believes that
the final outcome of these proceedings will not, either individually or in the
aggregate, have a material adverse effect on THCR or on the ability of Plaza
Associates, Taj Associates, Castle Associates or Trump Indiana to otherwise
retain or renew any casino or other licenses required under the Casino Control
Act or the Indiana Riverboat Act, as the case may be, for the operation of
Trump Plaza, the Taj Mahal, Trump's Castle and Trump Indiana, respectively.
 
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS.
 
  No matters were submitted by THCR to its security holders for a vote during
the fourth quarter of 1996.
 
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                                    PART II
 
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS.
 
  The THCR Common Stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE")
under the symbol "DJT." The initial public offering price of the THCR Common
Stock was $14.00 per share on June 7, 1995. The following table reflects the
high and low sales prices of the THCR Common Stock as reported by the NYSE.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                 HIGH     LOW
                                                                ------- -------
   <S>                                                          <C>     <C>
   1995
   ----
   First quarter............................................... N/A     N/A
   Second quarter (from June 7, 1995).......................... $14 1/4 $11 3/8
   Third quarter............................................... $19 3/4 $13
   Fourth quarter.............................................. $21 5/8 $14
   1996
   ----
   First quarter............................................... $29 1/4 $18 7/8
   Second quarter.............................................. $35 1/2 $25 1/2
   Third quarter............................................... $28 3/4 $21 7/8
   Fourth quarter.............................................. $24 7/8 $11 3/8
   1997
   ----
   First quarter (through March 25, 1997)...................... $13 1/8 $ 8 3/4
</TABLE>
 
  As of March 25, 1997 there were approximately 538 holders of record of THCR
Common Stock.
 
  Trump is the sole beneficial owner of all 1,000 outstanding shares of THCR's
Class B Common Stock, par value $.01 per share (the "THCR Class B Common
Stock"). No established trading market exists for the THCR Class B Common
Stock and Trump has been the beneficial owner of all THCR Class B Common Stock
since its issuance. The THCR Class B Common Stock has no right to receive any
dividend or other distribution (other than certain distributions upon
liquidation) with respect to the equity of THCR.
 
  THCR has never paid a dividend on the THCR Common Stock and does not
anticipate paying one in the foreseeable future. The payment of any future
dividends will be at the discretion of the THCR Board of Directors and will
depend upon, among other things, THCR's financial condition and capital needs,
legal restrictions on the payment of dividends, contractual restrictions in
financing agreements and on other factors deemed pertinent by the THCR Board
of Directors. It is the current policy of the THCR Board of Directors to
retain earnings, if any, for use in THCR's subsidiaries' operations (except as
set forth in the partnership agreement governing THCR Holdings) and THCR
otherwise has no current intention of paying dividends to the holders of THCR
Common Stock. In addition, the Trump AC Mortgage Note Indenture and the Senior
Note Indenture contain certain covenants, including, without limitation,
covenants with respect to limitations on the payment of dividends, which
limitations would limit THCR's ability to obtain funds from THCR Holdings with
which to pay dividends. Pursuant to these indentures, there are restrictions
on the payment of dividends unless, among other things, (i) no default or
event of default has occurred and is continuing under the indenture, (ii)
certain entities meet certain consolidated financial ratios and (iii) the
total amount of the dividends does not exceed certain amounts specified in the
indentures.
 
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ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA.
 
  The following table sets forth certain historical consolidated financial
information of Trump AC and Plaza Associates (predecessors of THCR) for each
of the years ended December 31, 1992 through 1994 and for the period January
1, 1995 through June 12, 1995 and certain historical consolidated financial
information of THCR for the period from inception (June 12, 1995) to December
31, 1995 (see Note 1 below) and for the year ended December 31, 1996 (see Note
2 below). All financial information should be read in conjunction with
"Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations of THCR," and the consolidated and condensed financial statements
and the related notes thereto included elsewhere in this Form 10-K.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                TRUMP AC AND PLAZA ASSOCIATES                       THCR
                          --------------------------------------------- ----------------------------
                                                                         FROM INCEPTION
                                                                        JUNE 12, 1995 TO
                                                             FROM       DECEMBER 31, 1995
                           YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31,     JANUARY 1, 1995     (NOTE 1)      YEAR ENDED
                          ----------------------------      THROUGH     -----------------  DECEMBER
                            1992      1993      1994     JUNE 12, 1995        1995         31, 1996
                          --------  --------  --------  --------------- ----------------- ----------
                                             (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT PER SHARE DATA)
<S>                       <C>       <C>       <C>       <C>             <C>               <C>         <C>
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
 DATA:
Revenues:
 Gaming.................  $265,448  $264,081  $261,451     $122,865          $175,208     $  883,441
 Other..................    73,270    69,203    66,869       29,523            44,659        205,980
 Trump World's Fair
  (formerly Trump
  Regency Hotel)........     9,465       --        --           --                --             --
                          --------  --------  --------     --------        ----------     ----------
 Gross revenues.........   348,183   333,284   328,320      152,388           219,867      1,089,421
 Promotional allowances.    34,865    32,793    33,257       14,540            24,394        113,134
                          --------  --------  --------     --------        ----------     ----------
 Net revenues...........   313,318   300,491   295,063      137,848           195,473        976,287
                          --------  --------  --------     --------        ----------     ----------
Costs and expenses:
 Gaming.................   146,328   136,895   139,540       69,467            95,533        537,341
 Other..................    23,670    24,778    23,380        9,483            14,449         60,063
 General and
  administrative........    75,459    71,624    73,075       30,081            42,826        201,390
 Depreciation and
  amortization..........    15,842    17,554    15,653        6,999             9,219         69,035
 Pre-opening............       --        --        --           --                --          13,839
 Restructuring charges..     5,177       --        --           --                --             --
 Trump World's Fair
  (formerly Trump
  Regency Hotel)........    11,839       --        --           --                --             --
                          --------  --------  --------     --------        ----------     ----------
 Total costs and
  expenses..............   278,315   250,851   251,648      116,030           162,027        881,668
                          --------  --------  --------     --------        ----------     ----------
Income from operations..    35,003    49,640    43,415       21,818            33,446         94,619
Interest expense, net...   (31,356)  (39,889)  (48,219)     (22,113)          (31,273)      (139,530)
Other non-operating
 (expense) income(a)....    (1,462)   (3,873)   (4,931)      (1,649)           (4,094)        14,869
Loss in joint venture...       --        --        --           --                --            (925)
Extraordinary (loss)
 gain(b)................   (38,205)    4,120       --        (9,250)              --         (60,732)
Minority interest.......       --        --        --           --                --          26,022
(Provision) benefit for
 income taxes...........       233      (660)      865          161               --             --
                          --------  --------  --------     --------        ----------     ----------
Net income (loss).......  $(35,787) $  9,338  $ (8,870)    $(11,033)        $  (1,921)    $  (65,677)
                          ========  ========  ========     ========        ==========     ==========
Net (loss) per common
 share(c)...............                                                         $.19         $(3.27)
                                                                                 ====         ======
Average Shares
 Outstanding............                                                   10,133,333     20,081,122
BALANCE SHEET DATA (AT
 END OF PERIOD):
Cash and cash
 equivalents............  $ 18,802  $ 14,393  $ 11,144     $ 28,125          $ 19,208     $  175,749
Property and equipment,
 net....................   300,266   293,141   298,354      301,316           408,231      2,009,261
Total assets............   370,349   374,498   375,643      394,085           584,545      2,455,436
Total long-term debt,
 net of current
 maturities.............   249,723   395,948   403,214      331,142           494,471      1,713,425
Preferred partnership
 interest...............    58,092       --        --           --                --             --
Minority interest.......       --        --        --           --                --         172,604
Total capital (deficit).    11,362   (54,710)  (63,580)     (74,613)           50,591        388,095
</TABLE>
---------------------
Note 1: THCR was incorporated on March 28, 1995 and conducted no operations
   until the June 1995 Stock Offering and contributed the proceeds therefrom
   to THCR Holdings in exchange for an approximately 60% general partnership
   interest in THCR Holdings. At the consummation of the June 1995 Stock
   Offering, Trump contributed his 100% beneficial interest in Plaza Funding,
   Trump AC and Plaza Associates to THCR Holdings for an approximate 40%
   limited partnership interest in THCR Holdings. In addition, Trump
   contributed to THCR Holdings all of his existing interests and rights to
   new gaming activities in both emerging and established gaming
   jurisdictions, including Trump Indiana. The financial data as of December
   31, 1995 and for the period ended December 31, 1995 reflect the operations
   of THCR from inception (June 12, 1995) to December 31, 1995.
 
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<PAGE>
 
Note 2: On April 17, 1996, a subsidiary of THCR was merged with and into THCR
   Holding Corp. which represented 50% of the economic interest in Taj
   Associates. Trump held the remaining 50% interest in Taj Associates and
   contributed such interest in Taj Associates to Trump AC in exchange for
   limited partnership interests in THCR Holdings. All of the outstanding
   shares of THCR Holding Corp. Class C Common Stock held by Trump were
   canceled and all of the outstanding shares of THCR Holding Corp. Class B
   Common Stock were redeemed in connection with the Taj Acquisition. In
   connection with the Taj Acquisition, Taj Associates became a wholly owned
   subsidiary of Trump AC. On October 7, 1996, THCR Holdings acquired from
   Trump all of the outstanding equity of Castle Associates. Therefore, the
   financial data as of December 31, 1996 and for the year ended December 31,
   1996 reflect the operations of THCR and Plaza Associates for the full year,
   Taj Associates for the period from April 17, 1996 to December 31, 1996,
   Castle Associates from October 7, 1996 to December 31, 1996, and Trump
   Indiana for the period June 8, 1996 (the opening date of the Indiana
   Riverboat) to December 31, 1996.
(a) Other non-operating expense for 1992 includes $1.5 million of costs
    associated with certain litigation. Other non-operating expense for the
    years ended December 31, 1993, 1994, for the period January 1, 1995
    through June 12, 1995 and for the period June 12, 1995 through December
    31, 1995 includes $3.9 million, $4.9 million, $1.6 million and $2.1
    million, respectively, of real estate taxes and leasing costs associated
    with Trump Plaza East. Other non-operating income (expense) for the year
    ended December 31, 1995, also includes $2.0 million in costs associated
    with Trump World's Fair. Other non-operating income for the year ended
    December 31, 1996 includes $15.0 million license fee revenue.
(b) The extraordinary loss for the year ended December 31, 1992 consists of
    the effect of stating Plaza Funding's preferred stock issued at fair value
    as compared to the carrying value of these securities and the write off of
    certain deferred financing charges and costs. The excess of the carrying
    value of a note obligation over the amount of the settlement payment net
    of related prepaid expenses in the amount of $4,120,000 has been reported
    as an extraordinary gain for the year ended December 31, 1993. The
    extraordinary loss of $9,250,000 for the period from January 1, 1995
    through June 12, 1995 relates to the redemption of the Plaza PIK Notes and
    Plaza PIK Note Warrants and the write off of related unamortized deferred
    financing costs. The extraordinary loss for the year ended December 31,
    1996 of $59.1 million relates to the redemption of the Plaza Notes and
    Plaza PIK Note Warrants and the write-off of unamortized deferred
    financing costs of $1.6 million for redemption of $10.0 million of Senior
    Notes.
(c) Earnings per share is based upon average shares outstanding, shares and
    phantom stock units awarded to the Chief Executive Officer of THCR under
    the 1995 Stock Plan (as defined) and common stock equivalents, if
    dilutive, represents net income (loss) divided by such amounts. The shares
    of THCR Class B Common Stock owned by Trump have no economic interest and,
    therefore, are not considered.
 
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<PAGE>
 
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
        RESULTS OF OPERATIONS.
 
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996 AND 1995
 
  The Third Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of THCR
Holdings, as amended, provides that all business activities of THCR must be
conducted by THCR Holdings or subsidiary partnership or corporations. As a
result of the June 1995 Offerings, the Taj Acquisition and the Castle
Acquisition, THCR's results of operations are primarily those of Plaza
Associates, Taj Associates, Trump Indiana and Castle Associates and the
results of operations included in the Statement of Operations reflect Plaza
Associates' results of operations for the twelve month period ended December
31, 1996, Taj Associates' results of operations for the period April 17, 1996
to December 31, 1996, Trump Indiana's results of operations from June 8, 1996
to December 31, 1996 and Castle Associates' results of operations from
October 7, 1996 to December 31, 1996.
 
  THCR and THCR Holdings commenced operations on June 12, 1995 and, therefore,
there are no comparable results for years prior to 1995, although THCR
Holdings had incurred certain expenses including interest on the Senior Notes,
and Trump Indiana had incurred significant expenses relating to the
development of the Indiana Riverboat. As a result, the results of operations
for the years ended December 31, 1995 and 1994 are those of Plaza Associates.
 
  THCR had a loss per share of $3.27 for the twelve months ended December 31,
1996, based on 20,081,122 weighted average shares outstanding. Assuming the
conversion of Trump's interest in THCR Holdings, which was convertible into
13,918,723 shares of THCR Common Stock at December 31, 1996, loss per share
would have been $3.15 for the twelve months ended December 31, 1996, based on
29,107,085 weighted average shares outstanding.
 
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<PAGE>
 
  The following table includes selected data of Plaza Associates and Taj
Associates (since date of acquisition), Trump Indiana (since the opening of
the Indiana Riverboat) and Castle Associates (since its date of acquisition),
for the year ended December 31, 1996 and of Plaza Associates for the year
ended December 31, 1995:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                     YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
                          -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
                             1995       1996       1996        1996      1996      1996        1996
                            PLAZA      PLAZA       TAJ       TRUMP AC    TRUMP    CASTLE       THCR
                          ASSOCIATES ASSOCIATES ASSOCIATES CONSOLIDATED INDIANA ASSOCIATES CONSOLIDATED
                          ---------- ---------- ---------- ------------ ------- ---------- ------------
                                                          (IN MILLIONS)
<S>                       <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>          <C>     <C>        <C>
Revenues:
 Gaming.................    $298.1     $368.9     $383.3      $752.2     $80.7    $ 50.5     $  883.4
 Other..................      74.2      105.7       85.3       191.0       2.3      12.7        206.0
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
  Gross Revenue.........     372.3      474.6      468.6       943.2      83.0      63.2      1,089.4
Less: Promotional Allow-
 ance...................      39.0       56.3       48.1       104.4       0.3       8.4        113.1
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
  Net Revenue...........     333.3      418.3      420.5       838.8      82.7      54.8        976.3
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
Costs and Expenses:
 Gaming.................     164.8      223.9      230.0       453.9      50.8      32.7        537.4
 Pre Opening............       --         4.1        0.0         4.1       9.7       --          13.8
 General & Administra-
  tion..................      71.9       91.1       64.2       155.3      15.8      17.1        201.4
 Depreciation & Amorti-
  zation................      16.2       23.0       37.8        60.9       2.8       4.8         69.0
 Other..................      20.6       29.9       26.2        56.1       1.3       2.7         60.1
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
   Total Costs and Ex-
    pense...............     273.5      372.0      358.2       730.3      80.4      57.3        881.7
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
Income from Operations..      59.8       46.3       62.3       108.5       2.3      (2.5)        94.6
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
Non-Operating Income
 (Expense)..............      (4.7)       4.9       10.7        16.6       0.8       0.2         26.0
Interest Expense........     (44.3)     (47.1)     (67.4)     (114.5)     (8.9)    (11.5)      (150.7)
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
 Total Non-Operating Ex-
  pense.................     (49.0)     (42.2)     (56.7)      (97.9)     (8.1)    (11.3)      (124.7)
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
Loss in Joint Venture...       --         --         --          --       (0.9)      --          (0.9)
Extraordinary Loss......      (9.3)     (59.1)       --        (59.1)      --        --         (60.7)
                            ------     ------     ------      ------     -----    ------     --------
Net Income (Loss) Before
 Minority Interest......    $  1.5     $(55.0)    $  5.6      $(48.5)    $(6.7)   $(13.8)       (91.7)
                            ======     ======     ======      ======     =====    ======
Minority Interest.......                                                                         26.0
                                                                                             --------
Net Loss................                                                                     $  (65.7)
                                                                                             ========
</TABLE>
 
  Gaming revenues were $883.4 million for the year ended December 31, 1996, an
increase of $585.3 million or 196.3% from gaming revenues of $298.1 million
for 1995. This increase in gaming revenues consists of $383.3 million from Taj
Associates since the date of acquisition, $80.7 million from Trump Indiana
since the opening of the Indiana Riverboat on June 8, 1996 and $50.5 million
from Castle Associates since its date of acquisition, in addition to an
increase in Plaza Associates table games and slot revenues. Management
believes that Plaza Associates' 23.8% increase in gaming revenues is primarily
due to the May 1996 opening of Trump World's Fair, the February 1996 opening
of Trump Plaza East, the availability of additional hotel rooms at both Trump
World's Fair and Trump Plaza East, as well as management's marketing
initiatives.
 
  Slot revenues were $564.9 million for the year ended December 31, 1996, an
increase of $363.2 million or 180.1% from slot revenues of $201.7 million for
1995. This increase in slot revenues is directly attributable to the
acquisition of Taj Associates which contributed $206.2 million, the opening of
the Indiana Riverboat which contributed $58.3 million, and the acquisition of
Castle Associates which contributed $35.6 million. Plaza Associates slot
revenues were $264.8 million for the year ended December 31, 1996, an increase
of $63.1 million or 31.3% from slot revenues of $201.7 million for the year
ended December 31, 1995. Plaza Associates' increase is due to the addition of
1,865 slot machines at Trump World's Fair and Trump Plaza East, as well as
management's marketing programs.
 
  Table games revenues were $303.3 million for the year ended December 31,
1996, an increase of $206.9 million or 214.6% from $96.4 million for 1995.
This increase in table revenues is attributable to the acquisition
 
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<PAGE>
 
of Taj Associates which contributed $161.9 million in table games revenues
with a corresponding $942.5 million of table games drop (i.e., the dollar
value of chips purchased), $22.4 million from the Indiana Riverboat and $14.9
million from Castle Associates since its date of acquisition. Plaza
Associates' table games revenue of $104.1 million for the year ended December
31, 1996, increased by $7.7 million or 8.0% from 1995. Plaza Associates'
increase is primarily due to an increase in table games drop by 9.6% for the
year ended December 31, 1996.
 
  During the year ended December 31, 1996, gaming credit extended to customers
was approximately 24.2% of overall table play. This reflects Taj Associates'
gaming credit which was approximately 30.7% of overall table play since its
date of acquisition in addition to Plaza Associates' gaming credit which
accounted for 17.4% of Plaza Associates' overall table play. At December 31,
1996, Plaza Associates' gaming receivables amounted to approximately $11.7
million, an increase of approximately $2.1 million from 1995, with allowances
for doubtful gaming receivables of approximately $5.9 million, a decrease of
$2.0 million from 1995. The increase over the prior year directly reflects Taj
Associates' $41.0 million of gaming receivables at December 31, 1996, with an
allowance for doubtful gaming receivables of $10.9 million. Additionally,
Castle Associates' gaming credit was approximately 30.6% of overall table play
since the date of the Castle Acquisition, while Trump Indiana issued gaming
credit of approximately 11.0% of overall table play since the opening of the
Indiana Riverboat.
 
  In addition to table games and slot revenues, Taj Associates' poker/race
simulcasting/ keno operations generated approximately $13.1 million in poker
revenue, $1.0 million in race simulcasting revenue, and $1.1 million in keno
revenue since its acquisition date.
 
  Other revenues were $206.0 million for the year ended December 31, 1996, an
increase of $131.8 million or 177.6% from other revenues of $74.2 million for
1995. Other revenues include revenues from rooms, food and beverage and
miscellaneous items. The increase in other revenue primarily is attributable
to the acquisition of Taj Associates which generated $85.3 million since its
acquisition date, $2.3 million from Trump Indiana, which has no rooms revenue
and $12.7 million from Castle Associates since its date of acquisition. Plaza
Associates' other revenue was $105.7 million for the year ended December 31,
1996, an increase of $31.5 million or 42.5% from 1995. Plaza Associates'
increase reflects the additional rooms at Trump Plaza East and Trump World's
Fair as well as increases in rooms, food and beverage revenues attendant to
increased levels of gaming activity due in part to increased promotional
activities.
 
  Promotional allowances were $113.1 million for the year ended December 31,
1996, an increase of $74.1 million or 190.0% from promotional allowances of
$39.0 million for the year ended December 31, 1995. Taj Associates generated
$48.1 million in promotional allowances since its acquisition date, Trump
Indiana generated $0.3 million and Castle Associates generated $8.4 million in
promotional allowances since its date of acquisition. Plaza Associates
experienced an increase in promotional allowances to $56.3 million or 44.4%
from promotional allowances of $39.0 million in 1995. Plaza Associates'
increase is attributable primarily to the additional rooms at Trump World's
Fair and Trump Plaza East as well as the addition of three restaurants at
Trump World's Fair, and increases in marketing initiatives during the year
ended December 31, 1996.
 
  Gaming costs and expenses were $537.4 million for the year ended December
31, 1996, an increase of $372.6 million or 226.1% from $164.8 million for
1995. This increase in gaming costs and expenses was primarily attributable to
Taj Associates which generated $230.0 million since its date of acquisition,
$50.8 million from the Indiana Riverboat and $32.7 million from Castle
Associates since its date of acquisition. Gaming costs and expenses for Plaza
Associates were $223.9 million, an increase of $59.1 million or 35.9% from
$164.8 million for 1995. Plaza Associates' increase is primarily due to
increased promotional and operating expenses as well as taxes associated with
increased levels of gaming revenues from 1995.
 
  General and administrative expenses were $201.4 million for the year ended
December 31, 1996, an increase of $125.2 million or 164.3% from general and
administrative expenses of $76.2 million for 1995. This increase is primarily
due to the acquisition of Taj Associates which recorded $64.2 million in
general and administrative expenses since its acquisition, $15.8 million from
Trump Indiana, which includes a $2.0 million
 
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management fee payable to THCR Holdings, an increase of $15.0 million from
1995 due to its commencement of operations in June 1996, and $17.1 million
from Castle Associates since its date of acquisition. THCR (unconsolidated)
had general and administrative expenses of $15.2 million, an increase of $11.7
million from the period since inception, June 12, 1995 to December 31, 1995.
This increase is attributable to a full year of operations, including
compensation awards. Plaza Associates' increase of $19.2 million over 1995 is
due in part to expenses associated with the Trump Plaza East and Trump World's
Fair.
 
  Pre-opening expenses of $4.1 million were incurred by Plaza Associates and
reflect the costs associated with the opening Trump World's Fair in 1996.
Trump Indiana incurred $9.7 million of pre-opening expenses for the year ended
December 31, 1996, $2.4 million of which is due to its 50% share of the losses
of the joint venture with Barden. Additionally, Trump Indiana incurred $1.1
million of one-time start-up costs associated with the opening, which is
included in general and administrative expenses.
 
  Other expenses were $60.1 million for the year ended December 31, 1996, an
increase of $39.5 million or 191.7% from 1995. Other expenses include costs
associated with operating Trump Plaza's, Taj Mahal's and Trump's Castle's
hotels as well as the Indiana Riverboat. The increase over the prior year
reflects Taj Associates' $26.2 million of other expenses since its date of
acquisition, $1.3 million of food and beverage expense from Trump Indiana
since its opening and $2.7 million of operating expense from Castle Associates
since its acquisition. Plaza Associates' other expenses increased by $9.3
million or 45.1% from 1995. This increase is due to operating Trump World's
Fair and Trump Plaza East, both with opening dates in 1996.
 
  Income from operations was $94.6 million for the year ended December 31,
1996, an increase of $39.1 million or 70.5% from income from operations of
$55.5 million for 1995. Taj Associates contributed $62.3 million of income
from operations since its acquisition. Plaza Associates contributed $46.3
million during the year ended December 31, 1996, a decrease of $13.5 million
or 22.6% from the comparable period in 1995. Trump Indiana contributed $2.3
million in income from operations, an increase of $3.1 million from 1995.
These increases were partially offset by an increase in operating losses of
$10.2 million from THCR (unconsolidated) and $2.5 million in operating losses
from Castle Associates since its date of acquisition.
 
  Interest expense was $150.7 million for the year ended December 31, 1996, an
increase of $93.1 million or 161.6% from interest expense of $57.6 million for
1995. This increase is attributable to the acquisition of Taj Associates with
an interest expense of $67.4 million at December 31, 1996. Plaza Associates
reflects $47.1 million interest expense at December 31, 1996 compared to $44.3
million for 1995. THCR incurred an increase of $11.1 million in 1996 due to
the issuance of the Senior Notes in June 1995. Trump Indiana incurred an
increase of $2.1 million in interest expense in 1996 due to lease financing.
Castle Associates incurred $9.7 million in interest expense since its
acquisition.
 
  Other non-operating income was $26.0 million for the year ended December 31,
1996, an increase of $27.6 million from 1995. Non-operating income for 1996
includes $15.0 million of non-refundable licensing fee agreements entered into
with Atlantic Jersey Thermal Services, Inc. by Plaza Associates and Taj
Associates and $11.2 million of interest income.
 
  The extraordinary loss of $60.7 million for the year ended December 31, 1996
includes $59.1 million for the redemption of the Plaza Notes and the write-off
of unamortized deferred financing costs on April 17, 1996, and $1.6 million
relating to the loss on retirement of $10 million of Senior Notes on November
7, 1996 by THCR Funding and THCR Holdings. The extraordinary loss of $9.3
million for the year ended December 31, 1995 relates to the redemption and
write-off of unamortized deferred financing costs relating to the redemption
of the Plaza PIK Notes and Plaza PIK Note Warrants on June 12, 1995.
 
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995 AND 1994
 
  As previously discussed, THCR commenced operations on June 12, 1995, and its
results of operations were primarily those of Plaza Associates. Neither THCR
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history, other than Plaza Associates, although THCR Holdings had incurred
certain expenses including interest on the Senior Notes and Trump Indiana had
incurred significant expenses relating to the development of the Indiana
Riverboat.
 
  THCR had a loss per share of $.19 for the period from inception (June 12,
1995) through December 31, 1995, based on 10,133,333 average shares
outstanding. Assuming the conversion of Trump's interest in THCR Holdings,
which was convertible into 6,666,667 shares of THCR Common Stock during such
period, loss per share would have been $.11 for the period from inception
(June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995, based on 16,800,000 shares
outstanding. THCR commenced operations on June 12, 1995, and therefore, there
are no comparable results for prior periods.
 
  Gaming revenues were $298.1 million for the year ended December 31, 1995, an
increase of $36.6 million or 14.0% from gaming revenues of $261.5 million in
1994. This increase in gaming revenues consisted of an increase in both table
games and slot revenues. While 1994 was adversely affected by unfavorable
winter weather, construction and management turnover, management believes that
the increase in gaming revenues in 1995 is also due to an increased level of
demand evident in the Atlantic City Market generally, as well as to
management's marketing and other initiatives, including the introduction of
new slot machines and table games, the addition of bill acceptors on slot
machines, an increase in casino floor square footage and an increase in
promotional allowances.
 
  Slot revenues were $201.7 million for the year ended December 31, 1995, an
increase of $33.0 million or 19.6% from $168.7 million in 1994. This increase
was primarily due to certain factors mentioned in the foregoing paragraph
including the implementation of an aggressive slot marketing program.
 
  Table games revenues were $96.4 million for the year ended December 31,
1995, an increase of $3.6 million or 3.9% from table games revenues of $92.8
million in 1994. This was primarily due to an increase in table games drop
(i.e., the dollar value of chips purchased) by $27.0 million or 4.5% for the
year ended December 31, 1995 from 1994.
 
  During the year ended December 31, 1995, gaming credit extended to customers
was approximately 17.7% of overall table play, an increase of approximately
0.7% from 1994. At December 31, 1995, gaming receivables amounted to
approximately $13.8 million, an increase of approximately $0.1 million from
1994, with allowances for doubtful gaming receivables of approximately $7.9
million, a decrease of approximately $0.6 million from 1994.
 
  Other revenues were $74.2 million for the year ended December 31, 1995, an
increase of $7.3 million or 10.9% from other revenues of $66.9 million in
1994. Other revenues include revenues from rooms, food and beverage and
miscellaneous items. This increase primarily reflects increases in food and
beverage revenues attendant to higher levels of gaming activity and
promotional allowances and expenses.
 
  Promotional allowances were $39.0 million for the year ended December 31,
1995, an increase of $5.7 million or 17.1% from $33.3 million in 1994. This
increase is primarily attributable to an increase in gaming activity.
 
  Gaming costs and expenses were $164.8 million for the year ended December
31, 1995, an increase of $25.3 million or 18.1% from gaming costs and expenses
of $139.5 million in 1994. This increase is primarily due to increased
promotional and operating expense and taxes associated with increased levels
of gaming revenues from 1994.
 
  General and administrative expenses were $71.9 million for the year ended
December 31, 1995, a decrease of $4.8 million or 6.3% from general and
administrative expenses of $76.7 million in 1994. This decrease is primarily
the result of cost containment measures.
 
 
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  Income from operations was $59.8 million for the year ended December 31,
1995, an increase of $16.4 million or 37.8% from income from operations of
$43.4 million in 1994.
 
  Net interest expense was $43.3 million for the year ended December 31, 1995,
a decrease of $4.9 million or 10.2% from net interest expense of $48.2 million
in 1994. This decrease is attributable to the retirement of the Plaza PIK
Notes in June 1995 partly offset by the increased interest expense associated
with equipment financing and capital leases incurred during 1995.
 
  Other non-operating expense was $5.7 million for the year ended December 31,
1995, an increase of $0.8 million or 16.3% from non-operating expense of $4.9
million in 1994. This increase is primarily attributable to costs associated
with Trump World's Fair.
 
  The extraordinary loss of $9.3 million for the year ended December 31, 1995
relates to the redemption and write-off of unamortized deferred financing
costs relating to the repurchase and redemption on June 12, 1995 of all of the
Plaza PIK Notes and related Plaza PIK Note Warrants.
 
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
 
  On June 12, 1995, THCR consummated the June 1995 Stock Offering, resulting
in aggregate gross proceeds of $140 million. Concurrent with the June 1995
Stock Offering, THCR Holdings and THCR Funding completed the June 1995 Note
Offering, resulting in aggregate gross proceeds of $155 million. The proceeds
to THCR from the June 1995 Stock Offering were contributed by THCR to THCR
Holdings for an approximately 60% general partnership interest in THCR
Holdings. THCR Holdings, in turn, used the net proceeds from the June 1995
Offerings, through June 30, 1996, for the following purposes: (a) repurchase
and redemption of the Plaza PIK Notes (including accrued interest payable) for
$86.2 million, (b) exercise of the Trump World's Fair Purchase Option for
$58.2 million, (c) construction costs for Trump World's Fair of $43.9 million,
(d) construction costs for Trump Plaza East of $15.2 million, (e) construction
and land acquisition costs of $34.8 million for the Indiana Riverboat, (f)
$5.7 million for pre-opening costs at Trump Indiana and (g) payment of $24.2
million for the first year of interest payments on the Senior Notes. The
balance of the proceeds were for general corporate purposes.
 
  The Senior Note Indenture restricts the ability of THCR Holdings and its
subsidiaries, as the case may be, to make distributions to partners or pay
dividends, as the case may be, unless certain financial ratios are achieved.
Further, given the rapidly changing competitive environment and the risks
associated with THCR's proposed expansion plan, THCR's future operating
results are highly conditional and could fluctuate significantly. Moreover, as
a condition to the June 1995 Note Offering, THCR Holdings and THCR Funding
entered into an agreement (the "Cash Collateral Agreement"), which called for
initial deposits to custodial accounts which were restricted in use for (a)
Trump Indiana for the ship and land projects, (b) Trump Plaza for construction
projects, including the exercise of the Trump World's Fair Purchase Option and
construction projects at Trump Plaza East and the Trump World's Fair, and (c)
the first two interest payments on the Senior Notes. As of June 30, 1996, all
funds were disbursed in accordance with the Cash Collateral Agreement.
 
  The indenture under which the Trump AC Mortgage Notes were issued ("Trump AC
Mortgage Note Indenture") and the indentures under which the Castle Mortgage
Notes were issued restrict the ability of Trump AC and its subsidiaries and
Castle Associates, respectively, to make distributions or pay dividends, as
the case may be, unless certain financial ratios are achieved. In addition,
the ability of Plaza Associates and Taj Associates to make payments of
dividends or distributions (except for payment of interest) through Trump AC
to THCR Holdings, or the ability of Castle Associates to make payments to THCR
Holdings, may be restricted by the CCC. Similarly, the ability of Trump
Indiana to make payments of dividends or distributions to THCR Holdings may be
restricted by the IGC.
 
  Cash flows from operating activities are THCR's principal source of
liquidity. In connection with the Taj Acquisition, THCR issued 13,250,000
shares of THCR Common Stock generating net proceeds of $386.1 million. Trump
AC and Trump AC Funding issued $1.2 billion of 11 1/4% First Mortgage Notes
due 2006. With these proceeds, THCR, among other things, retired the
outstanding Taj Bonds, retired the outstanding Plaza
 
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Notes, satisfied the indebtedness of Taj Associates under its loan agreement
with the NatWest, purchased certain real property used in the operation of
Trump Plaza and the Taj Mahal, and paid Bankers Trust to release certain liens
and guarantees.
 
  With proceeds from the June 1995 Offerings, THCR Holdings made a capital
contribution of $172.9 million to Trump AC and Plaza Associates. This
contribution was used to repurchase and redeem the Plaza PIK Notes and Plaza
PIK Note Warrants (together with related accrued interest), exercise the Trump
World's Fair Purchase Option and purchase Trump World's Fair and fund
construction costs incurred in the renovation and integration of Trump Plaza
East. During the year ended December 31, 1996, THCR Holdings made additional
capital contributions of $50 million to Plaza Associates to fund such
construction costs. The renovations of Trump Plaza East were completed in
February 1996, and Trump World's Fair in May 1996. Capital expenditures
attributable to Trump Plaza East were approximately $36.8 million, including
$28.0 million for the purchase of Trump Plaza East, and $24.9 million for the
year ended December 31, 1996 and 1995. Capital expenditures attributable to
Trump World's Fair were approximately $61.6 million and $73.7 million for the
year ended December 31, 1996 and 1995, respectively. Capital expenditures for
the purchase of property previously leased upon which a portion of the Trump
Plaza is located amounted to approximately $14.5 million. Capital expenditures
for improvements to Trump Plaza's existing facilities were $10.9 million and
$11.2 million for the years ended December 31, 1996 and 1995. In January 1997,
$10.0 million was expended for the purchase of another parcel of property
previously leased upon which a portion of Trump Plaza is located.
 
  Capital expenditures attributable to the Taj Mahal were $29.1 million for
the period April 17, 1996 through December 31, 1996. Capital expenditures for
improvements to existing facilities were approximately $15.6 million for the
period April 17, 1996 through December 31, 1996. Capital expenditures for the
purchase of property previously leased upon which a portion of the casino
hotel complex is situated and the Taj Acquisition and closing costs amounted
to approximately $61.8 million. Capital expenditures attributable to the Taj
Mahal Expansion were approximately $13.5 million for the period April 17, 1996
through December 31, 1996.
 
  The Taj Mahal Expansion consists of the construction of a new 15-bay bus
terminal, which was completed in December 1996, a 2,400 space expansion of the
existing self parking facilities, which is expected to be completed in May
1997 and an approximate 7,000 square-foot casino expansion with 250 slot
machines expected to be completed in June 1997. It is expected that the budget
for the Taj Mahal Expansion of approximately $41.7 million will be funded
principally out of cash from operations of the Taj Associates and Plaza
Associates.
 
  In addition to the approximately $96 million spent prior to commencing the
operation of the Indiana Riverboat on June 8, 1996, during its initial five-
year license term, an additional $57 million of funds (consisting of
approximately $40 million for the construction of a hotel and other amenities
and $17 million for infrastructure improvements and other municipal uses) will
be required to be spent by Trump Indiana in connection with the Indiana
Riverboat facility and related commitments, including commitments required in
connection with the licensure process. The sources of the initial $96 million
included: $62 million from the proceeds of the June 1995 Offerings and the
1996 Offerings, $17.5 million from vessel financing, $14.2 million from
equipment financing (including approximately $9 million for slot machines) and
$1.9 million from operating leases. The remaining $57 million required to be
spent over the initial five-year license term is expected to be funded with
cash from operations and/or proceeds from the 1996 Offerings.
 
  Trump Indiana is a party to a loan and security agreement, as amended, with
debis Financial Services, Inc. ("dFS") pursuant to which dFS provided, subject
to the terms and conditions thereof, $17.5 million in financing for the gaming
vessel.
 
  Total capital expenditures for Castle Associates for 1996 were $4.6 million
and principally consisted of (i) the purchase of slot machines, (ii)
renovations to guest rooms and the hotel tower and (iii) the construction of
two new player clubs. Management believes that these levels of capital
expenditures are sufficient to maintain the attractiveness of Trump's Castle
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expenditures for Castle Associates for 1997 are anticipated to be
approximately $7.0 million and principally consist of hotel room renovations
as well as ongoing casino floor improvements, parking garage upgrades and
marine leasehold improvements. In addition, during 1997, Castle Associates
commenced a $5.0 million project to retheme the property with a nautical
emphasis and rename it the "Trump Marina." Funding for this project has not
been finalized, however, various funding options are being pursued.
 
  At December 31, 1996, THCR had combined working capital of $86.9 million.
The combined working capital included a current receivable from the CRDA of
approximately $3.2 million for reimbursable improvements made to Trump Plaza
East. On March 14, 1997, $2.3 million was received from the CRDA.
 
  As a result of the Castle Acquisition and Castle Associates' designation as
an unrestricted subsidiary under the Senior Note Indenture, THCR Holdings has
the ability to advance funds, subject to the limitations and restrictions set
forth in the Senior Note Indenture, to Castle Associates for working capital,
debt service and other purposes. In November 1996, THCR Holdings made a
capital contribution of $5 million to Castle Associates for such purposes.
 
SEASONALITY
 
  The gaming industry in Atlantic City is seasonal, with the heaviest activity
occurring during the period from May through September. Consequently, THCR's
operating results during the two quarters ending in March and December would
not likely be as profitable as the two quarters ending in June and September.
THCR has no operating history in Indiana, and is unable to predict seasonality
with respect to the Indiana Riverboat.
 
INFLATION
 
  There was no significant impact on operations as a result of inflation
during 1996, 1995 or 1994.
 
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA.
 
  An index to financial statements and required financial statement schedules
is set forth in Item 14.
 
ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
        FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE.
 
  None.
 
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                                   PART III
 
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT.
 
DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, PROMOTERS AND CONTROL PERSONS
 
  MANAGEMENT OF THCR
 
  The following table sets forth certain information concerning each of THCR's
directors and executive officers:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
  NAME                                                   POSITION
  ----                                                   --------
<S>                      <C>
Donald J. Trump......... Chairman of the Board of Directors
Nicholas L. Ribis....... President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Director
Robert M. Pickus........ Executive Vice President and Secretary
John P. Burke........... Senior Vice President of Corporate Finance and Corporate Treasurer
Joseph A. Fusco......... Executive Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs
Wallace B. Askins....... Director
Don M. Thomas........... Director
Peter M. Ryan........... Director
</TABLE>
 
  Donald J. Trump--Trump, 50 years old, has been Chairman of the Board of THCR
and THCR Funding since their formation in 1995. Trump was a 50% shareholder,
Chairman of the Board of Directors, President and Treasurer of Trump Plaza GP
and the managing general partner of Plaza Associates prior to June 1993. Trump
was Chairman of the Executive Committee and President of Plaza Associates from
May 1986 to May 1992 and was a general partner of Plaza Associates until June
1993. Trump has been a director and President of Trump AC Holding since
February 1993 and was a partner in Trump AC from February 1993 until June
1995. Trump has been Chairman of the Board of Directors of Trump AC Funding
since its formation in January 1996. Trump has been Chairman of the Board of
Directors of THCR Holding Corp. and THCR/LP since October 1991; President and
Treasurer of THCR Holding Corp. since March 4, 1991; Chairman of the Board of
Directors, President and Treasurer of TCI since June 1988; sole director,
President and Treasurer of TACC since March 1991; Chairman of the Executive
Committee of Taj Associates from June 1988 to October 1991; and President and
sole Director of Realty Corp. since May 1986. Trump has been the sole director
of Trump Indiana since its formation. Trump has been Chairman of the Board of
Partner Representatives of Castle Associates, the partnership that owns
Trump's Castle, since May 1992; and was Chairman of the Executive Committee of
Castle Associates from June 1985 to May 1992. Trump is the Chairman of the
Board of Directors, President and Treasurer of Castle Funding. Trump is the
Chairman of the Board and Treasurer of TCHI. Trump is the President,
Treasurer, sole director and sole shareholder of TCI-II. Trump has been a
Director of THCR Enterprises, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("THCR
Enterprises"), since its formation in January 1997. Trump is also the
President of The Trump Organization, which has been in the business, through
its affiliates and subsidiaries, of acquiring, developing and managing real
estate properties for more than the past five years. Trump was a member of the
Board of Directors of Alexander's Inc. from 1987 to March 1992.
 
  Nicholas L. Ribis--Mr. Ribis, 52 years old, has been President, Chief
Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and a director of THCR and THCR
Funding and Chief Executive Officer of THCR Holdings since their formation in
1995. Mr. Ribis has been the Chief Executive Officer of Plaza Associates since
February 1991, was President from April 1994 to February 1995, was a member of
the Executive Committee of Plaza Associates from April 1991 to May 29, 1992
and was a director and Vice President of Trump Plaza GP from May 1992 until
June 1993. Mr. Ribis has been Vice President of Trump AC Holding since
February 1995. Mr. Ribis has served as a director of Trump AC Holding since
June 1993. Mr. Ribis has been Chief Executive Officer, President and director
of Trump AC Funding since its formation in January 1996. Mr. Ribis is the Vice
President of TACC. Mr. Ribis has been the President and Chief Executive
Officer of Trump Indiana since its formation. Mr. Ribis has been a Director of
THCR/LP and THCR Holding Corp. since October 1991 and was Vice President
 
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of THCR/LP and THCR Holding Corp. until June 1995; Chief Executive Officer of
Taj Associates since February 1991; Vice President of TCI since February 1991
and Secretary of TCI since September 1991; Director of Realty Corp. since
October 1991; and a member of the Executive Committee of Taj Associates from
April 1991 to October 1991. He has also been Chief Executive Officer of Castle
Associates since March 1991; member of the Executive Committee of Castle
Associates from April 1991 to May 1992; member of the Board of Partner
Representatives of Castle Associates since May 1992; and has served as the
Vice President and Assistant Secretary of TCHI since December 1993 and January
1991, respectively. Mr. Ribis is now a director of TCHI. Mr. Ribis has served
as Vice President of TCI-II since December 1993 and had served as Secretary of
TCI-II from November 1991 to May 1992. Mr. Ribis has been Vice President of
Trump Corp. since September 1991. Mr. Ribis has been the President and a
director of THCR Enterprises since January 1997. From January 1993 to January
1995 Mr. Ribis served as the Chairman of the Casino Association of New Jersey
and has been a member of the Board of Trustees of the CRDA since October 1993.
From January 1980 to January 1991, Mr. Ribis was Senior Partner in, and from
February 1991 to December 1995, was Counsel to the law firm of Ribis, Graham &
Curtin (now practicing as Graham, Curtin & Sheridan, A Professional
Association), which serves as New Jersey legal counsel to all of the above-
named companies and certain of their affiliated entities.
 
  Robert M. Pickus--Mr. Pickus, 42 years old, has been Executive Vice
President and Secretary of THCR since its formation in 1995. He has also been
the Executive Vice President of Corporate and Legal Affairs of Plaza
Associates since February 1995. From December 1993 to February 1995, Mr.
Pickus was the Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Plaza Associates
and, since April 1994, he has been Assistant Secretary of Trump AC Holding.
Mr. Pickus has been Secretary and director of Trump AC Funding since its
formation in January 1996. Mr. Pickus has been the Executive Vice President
and Secretary of Trump Indiana since its inception. Mr. Pickus has been the
Executive Vice President of Corporate and Legal Affairs of Taj Associates
since February 1995, and a Director of THCR Holding Corp. and THCR/LP since
November 1995. He was the Senior Vice President and Secretary of Castle
Funding from June 1988 to December 1993 and General Counsel of Castle
Associates from June 1985 to December 1993. Mr. Pickus is the Assistant
Secretary of TACC. Mr. Pickus was also Secretary of TCHI from October 1991
until December 1993. Mr. Pickus is a director of TCHI. Mr. Pickus has been the
Executive Vice President of Corporate and Legal Affairs of Castle Associates
since February 1995, Secretary of Castle Associates since February 1996 and a
member of the Board of Partner Representatives of Castle Associates since
October 1995. Mr. Pickus is currently the Secretary of THCR Holding Corp., has
been the Vice President, Secretary and Director of THCR Enterprises since
January 1997 and has been Executive Vice President of TCS since its inception.
 
  John P. Burke--Mr. Burke, 49 years old, has been Senior Vice President of
Corporate Finance of THCR, THCR Holdings and THCR Funding since January 1996,
and has been the Corporate Treasurer of THCR, THCR Holdings and THCR Funding
since their formation in 1995. He has also been Corporate Treasurer of Plaza
Associates and Taj Associates since October 1991. Mr. Burke has been the
Treasurer of Trump Indiana since its formation. Mr. Burke has been Treasurer
of Trump AC since its formation in January 1996. Mr. Burke was a Director of
THCR/LP and THCR Holding Corp. from October 1991 to April 1996 and was Vice
President of THCR/LP until June 1995. Mr. Burke has been the Corporate
Treasurer of Castle Associates since October 1991, the Vice President of
Castle Associates, Castle Funding, TCI-II and TCHI since December 1993, a
member of the Board of Partner Representatives of Castle Associates since
March 1997 and the Vice President-Finance of The Trump Organization since
September 1990. Mr. Burke was an Executive Vice President and Chief
Administrative Officer of Imperial Corporation of America from April 1989
through September 1990. Mr. Burke has been the Vice President and Secretary of
THCR Enterprises since January 1997.
 
  Joseph A. Fusco--Mr. Fusco, 52 years old, has been Executive Vice President
for Government Relations & Regulatory Affairs of THCR since June 1996. From
August 1985 to June 1996, he practiced law as a partner in various Atlantic
City law firms specializing in New Jersey casino regulatory, commercial and
administrative law matters, most recently from January 1994 to June 1996 as a
partner in the law firm of Sterns & Weinroth. Mr Fusco previously served as
Atlantic County Prosecutor, a Gubernatorial appointment, from April 1981 to
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1985 and as Special Counsel for Licensing for the CCC from the inception of
that agency in September 1977 to March 1981. He has been admitted to practice
law in the State of New Jersey since 1969.
 
  Wallace B. Askins--Mr. Askins, 66 years old, has been a director of THCR and
THCR Funding since June 1995. He has also been a director of Trump AC Holding
since April 11, 1994, and was a partner representative of the Board of Partner
Representatives of Castle Associates from May 1992 to June 1995. Mr. Askins
served as a director of TCI-II from May 1992 to December 1993. From June 1984
to November 1992, Mr. Askins served as Executive Vice President, Chief
Financial Officer and as a director of Armco Inc. Mr. Askins also serves as a
director of EnviroSource, Inc.
 
  Don M. Thomas--Mr. Thomas, 66 years old, has been a director of THCR and
THCR Funding since June 1995. He has also been the Senior Vice President of
Corporate Affairs of the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. of New York since January
1985. Mr. Thomas was the Acting Chairman, and a Commissioner, of the CRDA from
1985 through 1987, and a Commissioner of the CCC from 1980 through 1984. Mr.
Thomas was a director of Trump Plaza GP until June 1993 and has been a
director of Trump AC Holding since June 1993. Mr. Thomas is an attorney
licensed to practice law in the State of New York.
 
  Peter M. Ryan--Mr. Ryan, 59 years old, has been a director of THCR and THCR
Funding since June 1995. He has also been the President of each of The Marlin
Group, LLC and The Brookwood Carrington Fund, LLC, real estate financial
advisory groups, since January 1995. Prior to that, Mr. Ryan was the Senior
Vice President of The Chase Manhattan Bank for more than five years. Mr. Ryan
has been a director of the Childrens' Hospital FTD since October 1995.
 
  The officers of THCR serve at the pleasure of the Board of Directors of
THCR.
 
  All of the persons listed above are citizens of the United States and have
been qualified or licensed by the CCC.
 
  Trump and Nicholas L. Ribis served as either executive officers and/or
directors of Taj Associates and its affiliated entities when such parties
filed their petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy
Code on July 17, 1991. The Second Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization of such
parties was confirmed on August 28, 1991, and was declared effective on
October 4, 1991. Trump, Nicholas L. Ribis, John P. Burke and Robert M. Pickus
also served as Executive Committee members, officers and/or directors of
Castle Associates and its affiliated entities at the time such parties filed a
petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code on March
9, 1992. The First Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization of such parties was
confirmed on May 5, 1992, and was declared effective on May 29, 1992. Trump,
Nicholas L. Ribis and John P. Burke served as either executive officers and/or
directors of Plaza Associates and its affiliated entities when such parties
filed their petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy
Code in March 1992. The First Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization of such
parties was confirmed on April 30, 1992, and was declared effective on May 29,
1992. Trump was a partner of Plaza Operating Partners Ltd. when it filed a
petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code on
November 2, 1992. The plan of reorganization for Plaza Operating Partners Ltd.
was confirmed on December 11, 1992 and declared effective in January 1993.
 
  THCR is the general partner of THCR Holdings. As the sole general partner of
THCR Holdings, THCR generally has the exclusive rights, responsibilities and
discretion in the management and control of THCR Holdings.
 
  MANAGEMENT OF TRUMP PLAZA
 
  Trump AC is the managing general partner of Plaza Associates. Trump AC
Holding is the managing general partner of Trump AC. The Board of Directors of
Trump AC Holding consists of Messrs. Trump, Ribis, Wallace B. Askins and Don
M. Thomas.
 
 
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  Set forth below are the names, ages, positions and offices held with Plaza
Associates and a brief account of the business experience during the past five
years of each of the executive officers of Plaza Associates other than those
who are also directors or executive officers of THCR.
 
  Barry J. Cregan--Mr. Cregan, 42 years old, has been Chief Operating Officer
of Plaza Associates since September 19, 1994 and President since March 1995.
Since February 21, 1995, Mr. Cregan has been Vice President of Trump AC
Holding. Prior to accepting these positions at Trump Plaza, Mr. Cregan was
President of The Plaza Hotel in New York for approximately three years. Prior
to joining The Plaza Hotel, he was Vice President of Hotel Operations at
Trump's Castle. In addition, Mr. Cregan has worked for Hilton and Hyatt in
executive capacities as well as working in Las Vegas and Atlantic City in
executive capacities.
 
  Fred A. Buro--Mr. Buro, 40 years old, has been the Executive Vice President
of Marketing of Plaza Associates since May 1994. Mr. Buro previously served as
the President of Casino Resources, Inc., a casino marketing, management and
development organization from 1991 through 1994. Prior to that, Mr. Buro
served from 1984 through 1991 as the President of a professional services
consulting firm.
 
  James A. Rigot--Mr. Rigot, 45 years old, has been Executive Vice President
of Casino Operations of Plaza Associates since November 1994. Mr. Rigot served
as Vice President of Casino Operations of Tropicana Casino and Entertainment
Resort from July 1989 through November 1994. From January 1989 through July
1989, Mr. Rigot was Assistant Casino Manager of Resorts Casino Hotel.
 
  Steven C. Hann--Mr. Hann, 40 years old, has been the Executive Vice
President of Casino Sales and Marketing of Plaza Associates since May 1995.
Prior to joining Trump Plaza, Mr. Hann served in various marketing positions
at the Sands Hotel and Casino since 1989, most recently Vice President of
Casino Marketing and previously as Director of Casino Credit for Greate Bay
Hotel and Casino.
 
  All of the persons listed above are citizens of the United States and are
qualified or licensed by the CCC.
 
  MANAGEMENT OF THE TAJ MAHAL
 
  Set forth below are the names, ages, positions and offices held with Taj
Associates and a brief account of the business experience during the past five
years of each of the executive officers and certain key employees of Taj
Associates other than those who are also directors or executive officers of
THCR.
 
  Rodolfo E. Prieto--Mr. Prieto, 53 years old, has been Chief Operating
Officer of Taj Associates since October 1996. From December 1995 to October
1996, Mr. Prieto was the Executive Vice President, Operations of Taj
Associates. Prior to joining the Taj Mahal, Mr. Prieto was Executive Vice
President and Chief Operating Officer for Elsinore Corporation from May 1995
to November 1995; Executive Vice President in charge of the development of the
Mojave Valley Resort for Elsinore Corporation from December 1994 to April 1995
and Executive Vice President and Assistant General Manager for the Tropicana
Resort and Casino from September 1986 to November 1994.
 
  Larry W. Clark--Mr. Clark, 52 years old, has been Executive Vice President,
Casino Operations of Taj Associates since November 1991, Senior Vice
President, Casino Operations of Taj Associates from May 1991 to November 1991,
and Vice President, Casino Administration of Taj Associates from April 1991 to
May 1991 and from January 1990 to November 1990. Prior to joining the Taj
Mahal, Mr. Clark was Vice President, Casino Operations of the Dunes Hotel &
Country Club from November 1990 to April 1991 and Director of Casino Marketing
and Vice President, Casino Operations of the Showboat Hotel & Casino from
November 1988 to January 1990.
 
  Walter Kohlross--Mr. Kohlross, 55 years old, has been Senior Vice President,
Food & Beverages of Taj Associates since June 1992, Vice President
International Marketing of Taj Associates from June 1993 through October 1995,
Vice President, Hotel Operations of Taj Associates from June 1991 to June
1992, and was Vice President, Food & Beverage of Taj Associates from 1988 to
June 1991.
 
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  Nicholas J. Niglio--Mr. Niglio, 50 years old, has been Executive Vice
President, International Marketing of Taj Associates since May 1996. From
November 1995 to May 1996, Mr. Niglio was Senior Vice President, Casino
Marketing of Taj Associates. From February 1995 to October 1995, Mr. Niglio
was Vice President, International Marketing of Taj Associates. Prior to
joining Taj Associates, Mr. Niglio was Executive Vice President of
International Marketing/Player Development for Castle Associates from 1993
until 1995. Prior to that, Mr. Niglio served as Senior Vice President,
Marketing of Caesar's World Marketing Corporation from 1991 until 1993.
 
  Patrick J. O'Malley--Mr. O'Malley, 42 years old, has been the Executive Vice
President of Finance of Taj Associates since October 1996. Prior to joining
the Taj Mahal, Mr. O'Malley was the Executive Vice President of Hotel
Operations of Plaza Associates from September 1995 to October 1996. Prior to
joining Trump Plaza, from September 1994 until September 1995, Mr. O'Malley
was President of The Plaza Hotel in New York City. From December 1989 until
September 1994, Mr. O'Malley was the Vice President of Finance of The Plaza
Hotel in New York City. Prior to joining The Plaza Hotel in New York City,
from 1986 to 1989, Mr. O'Malley was a Regional Financial Controller for the
Four Seasons Hotel and Resorts, Ltd. From 1979 to 1986, Mr. O'Malley worked in
the Middle East and Europe as Hotel Controller for Marriott International
Hotels.
 
  Loretta I. Viscount--Ms. Viscount, 37 years old, has been Vice President of
Legal Affairs of Taj Associates since January 1997, Executive Director of
Legal Affairs for Taj Associates from May 1996 to January 1997, and Executive
Director of Legal Affairs for Castle Associates from September 1987 to May
1996. Prior to that, Ms. Viscount served as in-house counsel to the Claridge
Hotel and Casino and had been engaged in the private practice of law since
1982.
 
  All of the persons listed above are citizens of the United States and are
qualified or licensed by the CCC.
 
  Larry W. Clark and Walter Kohlross served as either executive officers
and/or directors of Taj Associates and its affiliated entities when such
parties filed their petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the
Bankruptcy Code on July 17, 1991. The Second Amended Joint Plan of
Reorganization of such parties was confirmed on August 28, 1991, and was
declared effective on October 4, 1991. Rodolfo E. Prieto was an Executive Vice
President and the Chief Operating Officer for Elsinore Corporation when it
filed a petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code on
October 31, 1995. Elsinore Corporation filed a plan of reorganization on
February 28, 1996, which became effective on February 28, 1997.
 
  MANAGEMENT OF TRUMP'S CASTLE
 
  All decisions affecting the business and affairs of Castle Associates,
including the operation of Trump's Castle, are decided by the general partners
acting by and through a Board of Partner Representatives, which includes a
minority of Representatives elected indirectly by the holders of the Castle
Mortgage Notes and Castle PIK Notes. As currently constituted, the Board of
Partner Representatives consists of Donald J. Trump, Chairman, Nicholas L.
Ribis, John P. Burke, Robert M. Pickus, Asher O. Pacholder, Thomas F. Leahy,
and Arthur S. Bahr.
 
  Set forth below are the names, ages, positions, and offices held with Castle
Associates, and a brief account of the business experience during the past
five years of each member of the Board of Partner Representatives and the
executive officers of Castle Associates other than those who are also
directors or executive officers of THCR.
 
  R. Bruce McKee--Mr. McKee, 51 years old, has served as President and Chief
Operating Officer of Castle Associates since October 1996. Mr. McKee was
acting Chief Operating Officer of Taj Associates from October 1995 through
October 1996, Senior Vice President, Finance of Taj Associates from July 1993
through October 1996 and Vice President, Finance of Taj Associates from
September 1990 through June 1993. Mr. McKee has been the Assistant Treasurer
of THCR/LP, THCR Holding Corp., Realty Corp. and TCI since September 1991.
Previously, Mr. McKee was Vice President of Finance of Elsinore Shore
Associates, the owner and operator of
 
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the Atlantis Casino Hotel in Atlantic City from April 1984 to September 1990
and Treasurer of Elsinore Finance Corp., Elsinore of Atlantic City and Elsub
Corp. from June 1986 to September 1990. The Atlantis Casino Hotel now
constitutes the portion of Trump Plaza known as Trump World's Fair.
 
  John P. Belisle--Mr. Belisle, 43 years old, has been the Executive Vice
President of Operations of Castle Associates since February 1997. Previously,
Mr. Belisle served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of
Resorts International Hotel ("RIH") since November 1993, Senior Vice President
of Casino Operations of RIH from May 1993 to November 1993, and Vice President
of Marketing of RIH from June 1990 to May 1993. Mr. Belisle served as Vice
President of Marketing for Trump's Castle from January 1990 to June 1990.
 
  Asher O. Pacholder--Dr. Pacholder, 59 years old, has been a partner
representative of the Board of Partner Representative since May 1992. Dr.
Pacholder served as a director and the President of TCI-II from May 1992 to
December 1993. Dr. Pacholder has served as Chairman of the Board and Managing
Director of Pacholder Associates, Inc., an investment advisory firm, since
1987. In addition, Dr. Pacholder serves on the Board of Directors of The
Southland Corporation, United Gas Holding Corp., ICO, Incorporated, an oil
field services company, UF&G Pacholder Fund, Inc., a publicly traded closed
end mutual fund, U.S. Trails, Inc. a recreational facility company, and Forum
Group, Inc., a retirement community managerial company.
 
  Thomas F. Leahy--Mr. Leahy, 59 years old, has been a partner representative
on the Board of Partner Representatives since June 1993. Mr. Leahy served as a
director and Treasurer of TCI-II from May 1992 to December 1993. From 1991 to
July 1992, Mr. Leahy served as Executive Vice President of CBS Broadcast
Group, a unit of CBS, Inc. Mr. Leahy retired from CBS, Inc. in 1992, having
served in various executive capacities over a 30-year period. Since November
1992, Mr. Leahy has served as President of The Theater Development Fund, a
service organization for the performing arts. Since July 1992 Mr. Leahy has
served as Chairman of VT Properties, Inc., a privately-held corporation which
invests in literary, stage, and film properties.
 
  Arthur S. Bahr--Mr. Bahr, 65 years old, has been a partner representative on
the Board of Partner Representatives since June 1995 and previously served as
a director of TCI-II from August 1993 to January 1994. Mr. Bahr retired in
February 1994 after serving in various senior investment positions for General
Electric Investment Corporation since 1970. Mr. Bahr serves on the Board of
Directors of Renaissance Reinsurance and the Korean International Investment
Fund.
 
  Mark A. Brown--Mr. Brown, 36 years old, joined the Partnership as Executive
Vice President of Operations in July of 1995. Previously, Mr. Brown served as
Senior Vice President of Eastern Operations for Caesar's World Marketing
Corporation, National and International Divisions from 1993 until 1995. Prior
to that, Mr. Brown served as Vice President of Casino Operations at the Taj
Mahal from 1989 until 1993. From 1979 until 1989, Mr. Brown worked for Resorts
International Hotel Casino departing as Casino Shift Manager in December 1989.
 
  Patricia M. Wild--Ms. Wild, 44 years old, has been the Assistant Secretary
of Castle Associates since February 1996 and Vice President of Legal Affairs
of Castle Associates since November 1996. Ms. Wild was Secretary of Funding
and Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Castle Associates from
December 1993 to November 1996 and Secretary of TCHI since December 1993. Ms.
Wild served as Vice President, General Counsel of Plaza Associates from
February 1991 to December 1993 and Associate General Counsel of Plaza
Associates from May 1989 through January 1991. From December 1986 to April
1989, Ms. Wild served as Deputy Attorney General on the Environmental
Prosecutions Task Force of the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety,
Division of Criminal Justice. From April 1983 to December 1986, Ms. Wild
served as Deputy Attorney General with the Division.
 
  Each member of the Board of Partner Representatives, the Audit Committee and
all of the other persons listed above have been licensed or found qualified by
the CCC.
 
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  The employees of Castle Associates serve at the pleasure of the Board of
Partner Representatives subject to any contractual rights contained in any
employment agreement.
 
  R. Bruce McKee served as an executive officer of Taj Associates and its
affiliated entities when such parties filed their petition for reorganization
under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code on July 17, 1991. The Second Amended
Joint Plan of Reorganization of such parties was confirmed on August 28, 1991,
and was declared effective on October 4, 1991. Patricia M. Wild served as an
executive officer of Plaza Associates and its affiliated entities when such
parties filed their petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the
Bankruptcy Code in March 1992. The First Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization
of such parties was confirmed on April 30, 1992, and was declared effective on
May 29, 1992.
 
  MANAGEMENT OF TRUMP INDIANA
 
  The sole director of Trump Indiana is Trump. Set forth below are the names,
ages, positions and offices held with Trump Indiana and a brief account of the
business experience during the past five years of each of the directors and
executive officers of Trump Indiana other than those who are also directors or
executive officers of THCR.
 
  Roger P. Wagner--Mr. Wagner, 49 years old, has been Acting General Manager
of Trump Indiana since October 1996. Mr. Wagner was a member of the Board of
Partner Representatives from May 1992 to October 1996 and President and Chief
Operating Officer of Castle Associates from January 1991 to October 1996. Mr.
Wagner served as a member of the Executive Committee of Castle Associates from
January 1991 to May 1992. Mr. Wagner was a director and President of TCHI from
January 1991 to October 1996. Prior to joining Castle Associates, Mr. Wagner
served as President of the Claridge Hotel Casino from June 1985 to January
1991 and was the Chairman of the Casino Association of New Jersey.
 
  Mr. Wagner is a citizen of the United States.
 
  MANAGEMENT OF TCS
 
  Set forth below are the names, ages, positions and offices held with TCS and
a brief account of the business experience during the past five years of each
of the executive officers of TCS, other than those who are directors or
executive officers of THCR.
 
  Francis X. McCarthy, Jr.--Mr. McCarthy, 44 years old, has been the Executive
Vice President of Finance of TCS since October 1996. Mr. McCarthy was Vice
President of Finance and Accounting of Trump Plaza GP from October 1992 until
June 1993, Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration of Plaza
Associates from August 1990 to June 1994 and Executive Vice President of
Finance and Administration of Plaza Associates from June 1994 to October 1996.
Mr. McCarthy previously served in a variety of financial positions for Greate
Bay Hotel and Casino, Inc. from June 1980 through August 1990.
 
  Kevin S. Smith--Mr. Smith, 40 years old, has been the Vice President of
Corporate Litigation of TCS since October 1996. Mr. Smith was the Vice
President, General Counsel of Plaza Associates from February 1995 to October
1996. Mr. Smith was previously associated with Cooper Perskie April Niedelman
Wagenheim & Levenson, an Atlantic City law firm specializing in trial
litigation. From 1989 until February 1992, Mr. Smith handled criminal trial
litigation for the State of New Jersey, Department of Public Defender,
assigned to the Cape May and Atlantic County Conflict Unit.
 
  Francis X. McCarthy, Jr. served as an executive officer of Plaza Associates
and its affiliated entities when such parties filed their petition for
reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in March 1992. The
First Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization of such parties was confirmed on
April 30, 1992, and was declared effective on May 29, 1992.
 
 
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COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 16(A) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
  Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 requires THCR's
directors and executive officers, and persons who own more than 10% of the
THCR Common Stock, to file with the United States Securities and Exchange
Commission (the "Commission") initial reports of ownership and reports of
changes in ownership of THCR Common Stock. Officers, directors and greater
than 10% stockholders are required by the Commission to furnish THCR with
copies of all Section 16(a) forms they file.
 
  To THCR's knowledge, based solely on review of the copies of such reports
furnished to THCR, all Section 16(a) filing requirements applicable to its
officers, directors and greater than 10% beneficial owners were complied with
during the fiscal year ended December 31, 1996.
 
ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION.
 
  General. Because THCR was formed in 1995, there was no salary or bonus paid
to, deferred or accrued for the benefit of, THCR's Chief Executive Officer or
any of the four remaining most highly compensated executive officers (whose
annual salary and bonus exceeded $100,000 for the year ended December 31, 1995
(collectively, the "Executive Group")) by THCR or THCR Holdings prior to or
during the fiscal year ended December 31, 1994. Similarly, no member of the
Executive Group received any other annual compensation, restricted stock
awards, stock options, stock appreciation rights ("SARs"), long-term incentive
performance ("LTIP") payouts or other compensation from THCR or THCR Holdings
prior to or for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1994. All cash compensation
paid to the Executive Group in respect of services provided to THCR since its
inception was paid and will continue to be paid by THCR Holdings in accordance
with the THCR Holdings Partnership Agreement.
 
  1995 Stock Incentive Plan. The THCR Board of Directors adopted the 1995
Stock Incentive Plan (the "1995 Stock Plan"), pursuant to which, directors,
employees and consultants of THCR and certain of its subsidiaries and
affiliates who have been selected as participants are eligible to receive
awards of various forms of equity-based incentive compensation, including
stock options, SARs, stock bonuses, restricted stock awards, performance units
and phantom stock, and awards consisting of combinations of such incentives.
The 1995 Stock Plan is administered by the Stock Incentive Plan Committee of
the Board of Directors of THCR (the "Stock Incentive Plan Committee"). Subject
to the provisions of the 1995 Stock Plan, the Stock Incentive Plan Committee
has sole discretionary authority to interpret the 1995 Stock Plan and to
determine the type of awards to grant, when, if and to whom awards are
granted, the number of shares covered by each award and the terms and
conditions of the award.
 
  In 1996, THCR obtained approval from its shareholders to increase the number
of shares of THCR Common Stock authorized for issuance under the 1995 Stock
Plan from 1,000,000 to 4,000,000.
 
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  Summary Compensation Table. The following table sets forth information
regarding compensation paid to or accrued by all the executive officers of
THCR, for each of the last three completed fiscal years. Compensation accrued
during one year and paid in another is recorded under the year of accrual.
Because THCR was formed in 1995, compensation for the year ended December 31,
1994 reflects solely the compensation paid to or accrued by to these
individuals as executive officers of Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and
Castle Associates. Compensation for the year ended December 31, 1995 includes
compensation paid to or accrued by these individuals as executive officers of
THCR and Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates, as
applicable.
 
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<CAPTION>
                                                                      LONG TERM COMPENSATION
                                                                      ----------------------
                                        ANNUAL COMPENSATION                   AWARDS
                              --------------------------------------- ------------------------------
                                                                      RESTRICTED         SECURITIES
   NAME AND PRINCIPAL                                 OTHER ANNUAL       STOCK           UNDERLYING     ALL OTHER
        POSITION         YEAR   SALARY     BONUS    COMPENSATION(1)  AWARDS($)         OPTIONS(#)    COMPENSATION
   ------------------    ---- ---------- ---------- ---------------  ------------        -----------   ------------
<S>                      <C>  <C>        <C>        <C>               <C>                <C>           <C>
Donald J. Trump......... 1996 $1,000,000 $5,000,000     $    --                --                 --    $1,031,000(2)
 Chairman of the         1995    583,333 $      --      $    --                --                 --     4,830,000(2)
 Board                   1994        --   1,000,000          --                --                 --     4,464,000(2)(3)
Nicholas L. Ribis....... 1996 $1,996,500 $2,500,000     $    --                --              50,000   $    2,375(5)
 Chief Executive         1995  1,875,000    933,338          --            933,324(4)         133,333        2,588(5)
 Officer                 1994  1,705,000    250,000      349,407               --                 --         3,080(5)
Robert M. Pickus........ 1996 $  290,673 $  175,000     $  3,975               --              30,000   $    4,973(5)
 Executive Vice          1995    267,308    105,000        3,471               --                 --         4,004(5)
 President and           1994    163,759     32,500          --                --                 --         3,291(5)
 Secretary
John P. Burke........... 1996   $162,980   $100,000     $  1,959               --              30,000   $    3,698(5)
 Senior Vice President   1995    149,999     65,000          468               --                 --         3,807(5)
 of Corporate Finance    1994    149,999        --           870               --                 --         3,696(5)
 and Corporate
 Treasurer
Joseph A. Fusco(6)....   1996   $139,211     80,000     $  2,665               --              20,000   $      --
 Executive Vice          1995        --         --           --                --                 --           --
 President of            1994        --         --           --                --                 --           --
 Government and
 Regulatory Affairs
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(1) Represents the dollar value of annual compensation not properly
    categorized as salary or bonus, including amounts reimbursed for income
    taxes and directors' fees. Pursuant to Commission rules, perquisites and
    other personal benefits are not included in this table because the
    aggregate amount of that compensation is less than the lesser of $50,000
    or 10% of the total of salary and bonus for each member of the Executive
    Group.
(2) The amounts listed represent amounts paid by (i) Plaza Associates to Trump
    Plaza Management Corp. ("TPM"), a corporation beneficially owned by Trump,
    for services provided under a services agreement (the "TPM Services
    Agreement"), (ii) Taj Associates under the Taj Services Agreement (as
    defined) and (iii) Castle Associates under the Castle Services Agreement
    (as defined). See "--Compensation Committee Interlocks and insider
    Participation." In addition, Trump was reimbursed $756,000, $733,000 and
    $878,000 in 1996, 1995 and 1994, respectively, for expenses incurred
    pursuant to the TPM Services Agreement, the Taj Services Agreement and the
    Castle Services Agreement.
(3) In addition to the payment under the TPM Services Agreement, during 1994,
    Plaza Associates paid to Trump an aggregate of $1,572,000 under a
    construction service agreement and as a commission to secure a retail
    lease at Trump Plaza.
(4) As of December 31, 1995, Mr. Ribis held 66,666 phantom stock units issued
    pursuant to the Stock Incentive Plan. These units had a value as of
    December 31, 1996 of $799,992. These phantom stock units were issued to
    Mr. Ribis in connection with his employment agreement with THCR. Each
    phantom stock unit entitles Mr. Ribis to one share of THCR Common Stock on
    the vesting date of the phantom stock unit. All of the phantom stock units
    are scheduled to vest on June 12, 1997. Vesting will accelerate in the
    event of Mr. Ribis' termination of employment with THCR (i) because of his
    death or disability, (ii) by THCR without cause, or (iii) voluntarily by
    Mr. Ribis under circumstances which constitute a constructive termination.
    Alternatively, the phantom stock units may expire prior to June 12, 1997
    in the event Mr. Ribis voluntarily terminates his employment with THCR
    under circumstances which do not constitute constructive termination or if
    he is terminated by THCR with cause. Dividend equivalents with respect to
    the phantom stock units will be credited to a bookkeeping account on
    behalf of Mr. Ribis and will be paid out in cash at the time the phantom
    stock units vest or will expire along with the phantom stock units.
(5) Represents vested and unvested contributions made by Plaza Associates, Taj
    Associates, Castle Associates andor TCS to Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino
    Retirement Savings Plan, Trump Taj Mahal Retirement Savings Plan, Trump's
    Castle Hotel and Casino Retirement Savings Plan and Trump Casino Services
    Retirement Savings Plan, respectively. Funds accumulated for an employee
    under these plans consisting of a certain percentage of the employee's
    compensation plus the employer matching contributions equaling 50% of the
    participant's contributions, are retained until termination of employment,
    attainment of age 59 12 or financial hardship, at which time the employee
    may withdraw his or her vested funds.
(6) Mr. Fusco commenced his employment with THCR on June 27, 1996.
 
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  The following table sets forth options granted to Messrs. Ribis, Pickus,
Burke and Fusco in 1996. No other member of the Executive Group received stock
options in 1996. THCR did not issue any stock appreciation rights in 1996.
This table also sets forth the hypothetical gains that would exist for the
options at the end of their ten-year terms at assumed annual rates of stock
price appreciation of 5% and 10%. The actual future value of the options will
depend on the market value of the THCR Common Stock, continued employment with
THCR and other factors.
 
                     OPTION GRANTS IN LAST FISCAL YEAR(1)
 
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                                                                                   POTENTIAL REALIZED
                                                                                    VALUE AT ASSUMED
                                                                                     ANNUAL RATES OF
                                                                                       STOCK PRICE
                                                                                      APPRECIATION
                                             INDIVIDUAL GRANTS                       FOR OPTION TERM
                         --------------------------------------------------------- -------------------
                             NUMBER OF        % OF TOTAL
                             SECURITIES     OPTIONS GRANTED EXERCISE OR
                             UNDERLYING      TO EMPLOYEES   BASE PRICE  EXPIRATION
     NAME                OPTIONS GRANTED(#) IN FISCAL YEAR    ($/SH)       DATE     5%($)     10%($)
     ----                ------------------ --------------- ----------- ---------- -------- ----------
<S>                      <C>                <C>             <C>         <C>        <C>      <C>
Nicholas L. Ribis.......       50,000            7.49%        $14.00     12/16/06  $440,000 $1,115,500
Robert M. Pickus........       30,000            4.49%        $14.00     12/16/06  $264,000   $669,300
John P. Burke...........       30,000            4.49%        $14.00     12/16/06  $264,000   $669,300
Joseph A. Fusco.........       20,000            2.99%        $14.00     12/16/06  $176,000   $446,200
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(1) All the options vest and become exercisable on the earliest of (i)
    December 16, 2001 or (ii) the date a Change of Control (as defined in the
    1995 Stock Plan) occurs.
 
  The following table sets forth the number of shares covered by options held
by Messrs. Ribis, Pickus, Burke and Fusco, the only members of the Executive
Group who held options in 1996, and the value of the options as of December
31, 1996. None of these options were exercisable in 1996.
 
                            FY-END OPTION VALUE(1)
 
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<CAPTION>
                                                        NUMBER OF SECURITIES
                                                       UNDERLYING UNEXERCISED
                                                        OPTIONS AT FY-END(#)
                                                     --------------------------
     NAME                                            EXERCISABLE/ UNEXERCISABLE
     ----                                            ------------ -------------
<S>                                                  <C>          <C>
Nicholas L. Ribis...................................    26,667       156,666
Robert M. Pickus....................................       N/A        30,000
John P. Burke.......................................       N/A        30,000
Joseph A. Fusco.....................................       N/A        20,000
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(1) Based on a closing sale price of $12.00 per share of THCR Common Stock on
    December 31, 1996, all of the options were out of the money at fiscal year
    end.
 
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENTS
 
  Trump serves as the Chairman of the THCR Board of Directors pursuant to the
Executive Agreement dated as of June 12, 1995, among Trump, THCR and THCR
Holdings (the "Executive Agreement"). In consideration for Trump's services
under the Executive Agreement, Trump receives a salary of $1 million per year.
Pursuant to the terms of the Executive Agreement, Trump provides to THCR, from
time to time, when reasonably requested, marketing, advertising, professional
and other similar and related services with respect to the operation and
business of THCR. The Executive Agreement continues in effect (i) for an
initial term of five years, and (ii) thereafter, for a three-year rolling term
until either Trump or THCR provides notice to the other of its election not to
continue extending the term, in which case the term of the Trump Executive
Agreement will end three years from the date such notice is given.
 
  As a result of the June 1995 Offerings, THCR and THCR Holdings entered into
a revised employment agreement with Mr. Ribis (the "Ribis THCR Agreement"),
pursuant to which he agreed to serve as President
 
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and Chief Executive Officer of THCR and Chief Executive Officer of THCR
Holdings. The term of the Ribis THCR Agreement is five years. Under the Ribis
THCR Agreement, Mr. Ribis's annual salary is $1,996,500, Mr. Ribis's annual
salary is paid in equal parts by THCR, Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and
Castle Associates. In the event Mr. Ribis's employment is terminated by THCR
other than for "cause" or if he incurs a "constructive termination without
cause," Mr. Ribis will receive a severance payment equal to one year's base
salary, and the phantom stock units and options will become fully vested. The
Ribis THCR Agreement defines (a) "cause" as Mr. Ribis's (i) conviction of
certain crimes, (ii) gross negligence or willful misconduct in carrying out
his duties, (iii) revocation of his casino key employee license or (iv)
material breach of the agreement, and (b) "constructive termination without
cause" as the termination of Mr. Ribis's employment at his initiative
following the occurrence of certain events, including (i) a reduction in
compensation, (ii) failure to elect Mr. Ribis as Chief Executive Officer of
THCR, (iii) failure to elect Mr. Ribis a director of THCR or (iv) a material
diminution of his duties. The phantom stock units will also automatically vest
upon the death or disability of Mr. Ribis. The Ribis THCR Agreement also
provides for up to an aggregate of $2.0 million of loans to Mr. Ribis to be
used by him to pay his income tax liability in connection with stock options,
phantom stock units and stock bonus awards, which loans will be forgiven,
including both principal and interest, in the event of a "change of control."
The Ribis THCR Agreement defines "change of control" as the occurrence of any
of the following events: (i) any person (other than THCR Holdings, Trump or an
affiliate of either) becomes a beneficial owner of 50% or more of the voting
stock of THCR, (ii) the majority of the Board of Directors of THCR consists of
individuals that were not directors on June 12, 1995 (the "June 12
Directors"), provided, however, that any person who becomes a director
subsequent to June 12, 1995, shall be considered a June 12 Director if his
election or nomination was supported by three-quarters of the June 12
Directors, (iii) THCR adopts and implements a plan of liquidation or (iv) all
or substantially all of the assets or business of THCR are disposed of in a
sale or business combination in which shareholders of THCR would not
beneficially own the same proportion of voting stock of the successor entity.
The Ribis THCR Agreement also provides certain demand and piggyback
registration rights for THCR Common Stock issued pursuant to the foregoing.
Pursuant to the Ribis THCR Agreement, Mr. Ribis has agreed that upon
termination of his employment other than for "cause" or following a "change of
control," he would not engage in any activity competitive with THCR for a
period of up to one year.
 
  Mr. Ribis had an employment agreement with Taj Associates and Castle
Associates pursuant to which Mr. Ribis acted as Chief Executive Officer of Taj
Associates and Castle Associates, respectively. These agreements were
terminated in connection with the Taj Acquisition and the Castle Acquisition,
and now Mr. Ribis is compensated for his services to Taj Associates and Castle
Associates under the Ribis THCR Agreement.
 
  THCR Holdings has an employment agreement with Robert M. Pickus (the "Pickus
Agreement") pursuant to which he serves as Executive Vice President and
General Counsel. The Pickus Agreement, the initial term of which expires on
July 9, 1998 if not extended, provides for annual compensation of $275,000
plus bonus. Employment may be terminated only for "cause," which is defined in
the Pickus Agreement as Mr. Pickus's (i) revocation of his casino key employee
license, (ii) conviction of certain crimes, (iii) disability or death or
(iv) breach of his duty to THCR Holdings. Upon termination for cause, Mr.
Pickus will receive only compensation earned to the date of termination.
Pursuant to the Pickus Agreement, Mr. Pickus has agreed not to accept
employment for or on behalf of any other casino hotel located in Atlantic City
during the term of the Pickus Agreement.
 
  THCR Holdings has an employment agreement with Joseph A. Fusco (the "Fusco
Agreement") pursuant to which he serves as Executive Vice President of
Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs. The Fusco Agreement, the initial
term of which expires on May 31, 1999, if not extended, provides for an
initial annual compensation of $285,000 plus bonus, subject to annual review.
Employment may be terminated only for "cause," which is defined in the Fusco
Agreement as Mr. Fusco's (i) denial or revocation of his casino key employee
license, (ii) conviction of certain crimes, (iii) disability or death or (iv)
breach of his duty to THCR Holdings. Upon termination for cause, Mr. Fusco
will receive only compensation earned to the date of termination. Pursuant to
the Fusco Agreement, Mr. Fusco may not accept employment for or on behalf of
any other casino hotel located in Atlantic City during the term of the Fusco
Agreement.
 
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COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS
 
  Directors of THCR who are also employees or consultants of THCR and its
affiliates receive no directors' fees. Non-employee directors are paid an
annual directors fee $50,000, plus $2,000 per meeting attended plus reasonable
out-of-pocket expenses incurred in attending these meetings, provided that
directors currently serving on the Board of Directors of Trump AC Funding or
Trump AC Holding receive no additional compensation. All such fees are paid by
THCR Holdings in accordance with the THCR Holdings Partnership Agreement.
 
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
 
  THCR has an Executive Committee, an Audit Committee, a Special Committee, a
Stock Incentive Plan Committee and a Compensation Committee. The Executive
Committee is composed of Messrs. Trump and Ribis. The Audit Committee and the
Special Committee are composed of Messrs. Askins, Ryan and Thomas, each of
whom is an independent director of THCR. The Stock Incentive Plan Committee is
composed of Messrs. Trump, Askins, Ryan and Thomas. The Compensation Committee
is composed of Messrs. Trump, Ribis, Askins and Thomas. The Special Committee
was established pursuant to the THCR By-Laws and the THCR Holdings Partnership
Agreement and is empowered to vote on any matters which require approval of a
majority of the independent directors of THCR, including affiliated
transactions.
 
COMPENSATION COMMITTEE INTERLOCKS AND INSIDER PARTICIPATION
 
  In general, the compensation of executive officers of THCR is determined by
the Compensation Committee of the THCR Board of Directors, which consists of
Messrs. Trump, Ribis, Askins and Thomas. No officer or employee of THCR, other
than Messrs. Trump and Ribis who serve on the THCR Board of Directors,
participated in the deliberations of the THCR Board of Directors concerning
executive compensation.
 
  Taj Acquisition. On April 17, 1996, a subsidiary of THCR was merged with and
into THCR Holding Corp. and each outstanding share of THCR Holding Corp. Class
A Common Stock, which in the aggregate represented 50% of the economic
interest in Taj Associates, was converted into the right to receive, at each
holder's election, either (a) $30 in cash or (b) that number of shares of THCR
Common Stock having a market value equal to $30. Trump held the remaining 50%
interest in Taj Associates and contributed such interest in Taj Associates to
Trump AC in exchange for limited partnership interests in THCR Holdings. The
outstanding shares of THCR Holding Corp. Class C Common Stock, all of which
were held by Trump, were canceled in connection with the Taj Acquisition. In
addition, Trump received the Trump Warrants. See "Business--The Taj Mahal--Taj
Acquisition."
 
  Castle Acquisition. On October 7, 1996, THCR Holdings acquired from Trump
all of the outstanding equity of Castle Associates. See "Business--Trump's
Castle--Historical Background--Castle Acquisition."
 
  Certain Related Party Transactions--THCR. Upon consummation of the June 1995
Offerings, Trump contributed to the capital of Trump Indiana and other new
jurisdiction subsidiaries payments made by him relating to expenditures for
the development of the Indiana Riverboat and other gaming ventures. As of June
12, 1995, these advances totaled approximately $4.4 million. Of these amounts,
approximately $3.0 million were used to fund expenses related to the
development of Trump Indiana. In order to fund such expenses, THCR Holdings
lent to Trump $3.0 million and Trump issued to THCR Holdings a five-year
promissory note bearing interest at a fixed rate of 10% payable annually. The
promissory note provided that it would be automatically canceled in the event
that at any time during the periods set forth below, the THCR Common Stock
trades on the NYSE, or any other applicable national exchange or over-the-
counter market, at a price per share equal to or greater than the prices set
forth below (subject to adjustment in certain circumstances) for any ten
trading days during any 15 consecutive trading day period:
 
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   <S>                                                                    <C>
   If on or prior to June 12, 1997 ...................................... $25.00
   If on or prior to June 12, 1998 ...................................... $27.50
   If on or prior to June 12, 1999 ...................................... $30.00
   If on or prior to June 12, 2000 ...................................... $32.50
</TABLE>
 
 
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  On March 27, 1996, such $3.0 million promissory note was canceled in
accordance with its terms.
 
  THCR has entered into a ten-year lease with Trump-Equitable Company, dated
as of July 1, 1995, for the lease of office space in The Trump Tower in New
York City, which THCR may use for its general executive and administrative
offices. The fixed rent is $115,500 per year, paid in equal monthly
installments, for the period from July 1, 1995 to June 30, 2000 and will be
$129,250 per year, paid in equal monthly installments, for the period from
July 1, 2000 to June 30, 2005. In addition, THCR will pay as additional rent,
among other things, a portion of the property taxes due each year. THCR has
the option to terminate this lease upon ninety days' written notice and
payment of $32,312.50.
 
  On December 4, 1996, the THCR Board of Directors approved a $1.4 million
secured loan to Mr. Ribis. In connection therewith, Mr. Ribis has issued to
THCR Holdings a secured promissory note bearing interest at a fixed rate of
7.75%. Principal and interest on the promissory note is payable on or prior to
the termination of the Ribis THCR Agreement.
 
  Certain Related Party Transactions--Plaza Associates. Seashore Four was the
fee owner of a parcel of land constituting a portion of the Plaza Casino
Parcel, which it leased to Plaza Associates. Plaza Associates recorded rental
expenses of approximately $1.0 million in 1996 concerning rent owed to
Seashore Four. In January 1997, Plaza Associates exercised the option to
purchase the land under the lease with Seashore Four for $10 million.
 
  Trump Seashore was the fee owner of a parcel of land constituting a portion
of the Plaza Casino Parcel, which it leased to Plaza Associates. Plaza
Associates made rental payments to Trump Seashore of approximately $1.0
million in 1996. In September 1996, Plaza Associates exercised the option to
purchase the land under the lease with Trump Seashore for $14.5 million.
 
  On June 24, 1993, in connection with the 1993 refinancing of Trump Plaza,
(i) Trump transferred title to Trump Plaza East to Missouri Boardwalk, Inc.
("MBI"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Midlantic National Bank ("Midlantic"),
in exchange for a reduction in indebtedness to Midlantic, (ii) MBI leased
Trump Plaza East to Trump (the "Trump Plaza East Lease") for a term of five
years, which would have expired on June 30, 1998, during which time Trump
would have been obligated to pay MBI $260,000 per month in lease payments and
(iii) Plaza Associates acquired the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option. In
October 1993, Plaza Associates assumed the Trump Plaza East Lease and related
expenses. On April 17, 1996, in connection with the Taj Acquisition, Plaza
Associates purchased Trump Plaza East and the Trump Plaza East Lease, and
related obligations were terminated.
 
  Certain Related Party Transactions--Taj Associates. Taj Associates has a
lease with Trump-Equitable Company, for the lease of office space in The Trump
Tower in New York City, which Taj Associates uses as a marketing office. On
September 1, 1995, the lease was renewed for a term of five years with an
option for Taj Associates to cancel the lease on September 1 of each year,
upon six months' notice and payment of six months' rent. Under the renewed
lease, the monthly payments are $2,184.
 
  From October 4, 1991 until April 17, 1996, Taj Associates leased the
Specified Parcels from Realty Corp., consisting of land adjacent to the site
of the Taj Mahal, which is used primarily for a bus terminal, surface parking
and the Taj Entertainment Complex, as well as the Steel Pier and a warehouse
complex. During 1993, 1994 and 1995, lease obligations to Realty Corp. for
these facilities were approximately $3.3 million per year. On April 17, 1996,
in connection with the Taj Acquisition, Taj Associates purchased the Specified
Parcels from Realty Corp. and the lease and related obligations were
terminated.
 
  On October 4, 1991, Taj Associates entered into a guarantee with First
Fidelity Bank, National Association (now known as First Union National Bank)
("First Fidelity") of the performance by Realty Corp. of its obligations under
a loan of approximately $78 million owing to First Fidelity (the "First
Fidelity Loan"), which loan was secured by a mortgage on the Specified
Parcels. Such guarantee was limited to any deficiency in the
 
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amount owed under the First Fidelity Loan when due, up to a maximum of $30
million. In connection with the purchase of the Specified Parcels, Realty
Corp.'s obligations to First Fidelity under the First Fidelity Loan were
satisfied and First Fidelity, among other things, released Taj Associates from
the guarantee.
 
  Taj Associates and Trump were parties to an agreement, which became
effective in April 1991, and which provided that Trump would render to Taj
Associates marketing, advertising, promotional and related services with
respect to the business operations of Taj Associates through December 31, 1999
(the "Taj Services Agreement"). In consideration for the services to be
rendered, Taj Associates paid an annual fee (the "Annual Fee") equal to 1% of
Taj Associates' earnings before interest, taxes and depreciation less capital
expenditures for such year, with a minimum base fee of $500,000 per annum.
During the year 1995, and the period from January 1, 1996 to April 17, 1996,
Trump earned approximately $1.7 million and $0.4 million, respectively, in
respect of the Annual Fee, including amounts paid to a third party pursuant to
an assignment agreement. In addition, during the year 1995, and the period
from January 1, 1996 to April 17, 1996, Taj Associates reimbursed Trump
$261,000 and $148,000, respectively, for expenses pursuant to the Taj Services
Agreement. Taj Associates agreed to indemnify Trump from and against any
licensing fees arising out of his performance of the Taj Services Agreement,
and against any liability arising out of his performance of the Taj Services
Agreement, other than that due to his gross negligence or willful misconduct.
The Taj Services Agreement was terminated upon consummation of the Taj
Acquisition on April 17, 1996.
 
  On April 1, 1991, in connection with the Taj Services Agreement, Taj
Associates and Trump entered into an Amended and Restated License Agreement
(the "Taj License Agreement") which amended and restated an earlier license
agreement between the parties. Pursuant to the Taj License Agreement, Taj
Associates had the non-exclusive right to use the name and likeness of Trump,
and the exclusive right to use the name and related marks and designs of the
Taj Mahal (collectively, the "Taj Marks"), in its advertising, marketing and
promotional activities through December 31, 1999. Upon consummation of the Taj
Acquisition, the Taj License Agreement was terminated and the Taj Marks were
licensed to THCR under the License Agreement.
 
  Certain Related Party Transactions--Castle Associates. On December 28, 1993,
Castle Associates entered into a Services Agreement with TCI-II (the "Castle
Services Agreement"). In general, the Castle Services Agreement obligates TCI-
II to provide to Castle Associates, from time-to-time when reasonably
requested, consulting services on a non-exclusive basis, relating to
marketing, advertising, promotional and other services (the "Castle Services")
with respect to the business and operations of Castle Associates, in exchange
for certain fees to be paid only in those years in which EBITDA (EBITDA
represents income from operations before depreciation, amortization,
restructuring costs and the non-cash write-down of CRDA investments) exceeds
prescribed amounts.
 
  In consideration for the Castle Services to be rendered by TCI-II, Castle
Associates will pay an annual fee (which is identical to the fee which was
payable under the previously existing management agreement) to TCI-II in the
amount of $1.5 million for each year in which EBITDA exceeds the following
amounts for the years indicated: 1993--$40.5 million; 1994--$45.0 million;
1995 and thereafter--$50.0 million. If EBITDA in any fiscal year does not
exceed the applicable amount, no annual fee is due. In addition, TCI-II will
be entitled to an incentive fee, beginning with the fiscal year ending
December 31, 1994, in an amount equal to 10% of EBITDA in excess of $45.0
million for such fiscal year. Castle Associates will also be required to
advance to TCI-II $125,000 a month which will be applied toward the annual
fee, provided, however, that no advances will be made during any year if and
for so long as the Managing Partner (defined in the Castle Services Agreement
as Trump) determines, in his good faith reasonable judgment, that Castle
Associates' budget and year-to-date performance indicate that the minimum
EBITDA levels (as specified above) for such year will not be met. If for any
year during which annual fee advances have been made it is determined that the
annual fee was not earned, TCI-II will be obligated to promptly repay any
amounts previously advanced. For purposes of calculating EBITDA under the
Castle Services Agreement, any incentive fees paid in respect of 1994 or
thereafter shall not be deducted in determining net income. During the year
ended 1996, there were no fees payable by Castle Associates under the Castle
Services Agreement. As Castle Associates did not meet the required level of
 
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EBITDA in 1996, the monthly advances to TCI-II related to the Castle Services
Agreement were suspended and on October 6, 1996, Castle Associates recorded a
receivable in the amount of $1.25 million which represents the amounts
advanced to TCI-II during the year. The Castle Services Agreement expires on
December 31, 2005.
 
  Trump has granted Castle Associates a license to use the Marks in connection
with the operations of Trump's Castle since June 17, 1985. The license expires
on August 15, 1998. See "Business--Trademark/ Licensing."
 
  Other Relationships. The Commission requires registrants to disclose the
existence of any other corporation in which both (i) an executive officer of
the registrant serves on the board of directors and/or compensation committee,
and (ii) a director of the registrant serves as an executive officer. Messrs.
Ribis, Pickus and Burke, executive officers of THCR, have served on the boards
of directors of other entities in which members of the THCR Board of Directors
(namely, Messrs. Trump and Ribis) served and continue to serve as executive
officers. Management believes that such relationships have not affected the
compensation decisions made by the THCR Board of Directors in the last fiscal
year.
 
  Trump serves on the Board of Directors of TACC, a general partner of Plaza
Associates, of which Messrs. Trump, Ribis and Pickus are executive officers.
Messrs. Trump and Ribis also serve on the Board of Directors of Trump AC
Holding, of which Messrs. Trump, Ribis and Burke are also executive officers.
Trump is the sole director of TACC, of which Messrs. Trump, Ribis and Pickus
are executive officers. Trump is not compensated by such entities for serving
as an executive officer, however, he has entered into a personal services
agreement with Plaza Associates and THCR. Messrs. Ribis and Burke are not
compensated by the foregoing entities, however, they are compensated by Plaza
Associates for their service as executive officers.
 
  Messrs. Ribis, Pickus, and Burke serve on the Board of Directors of THCR
Holding Corp., which held, prior to April 17, 1996, an indirect equity
interest in Taj Associates, of which Trump is an executive officer. Such
persons also serve on the Board of Directors of THCR/LP, the former managing
general partner of Taj Associates, of which Messrs. Trump and Ribis are
executive officers. Mr. Ribis is compensated by Taj Associates for his
services as its Chief Executive Officer. See "--Employment Agreements."
 
  Mr. Ribis also serves on the Board of Directors of Realty Corp., which,
prior to the Taj Acquisition, leased certain real property to Taj Associates,
of which Trump is an executive officer. Trump, however, does not receive any
compensation for serving as an executive officer of Realty Corp.
 
  Messrs. Ribis, Pickus and Burke are members of the Board of Partner
Representatives of Castle Associates and members of the Board of Directors of
TCHI, the general partner of Castle Associates of which Messrs Ribis, Pickus
and Burke are executive officers. In addition, Trump is the sole director and
an officer of Castle Funding. Messrs Ribis, Pickus and Burke received no
compensation from these entities other than from Castle Associates for their
services as executive officers. Trump is not compensated by these entities
other than pursuant to the Castle Services Agreement.
 
  John Barry, Trump's brother-in-law, is a partner of Barry & McMoran, a New
Jersey law firm which provides, from time to time, legal services to Plaza
Associates.
 
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ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT.
 
  The following table sets forth, as of March 17, 1997, certain information
regarding the beneficial ownership of THCR Common Stock by (i) each of THCR's
executive officers, (ii) each director of THCR, (iii) each person who is known
to THCR to own beneficially more than 5% of the THCR Common Stock and (iv) all
officers and directors of THCR as a group. In the case of persons other than
members of the officers and directors of THCR, such information is based
solely on a review of Schedules 13G filed with the Commission.
 
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                                                        BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP
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NAME                                                  NUMBER           PERCENT
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Donald J. Trump...................................    15,719,248(1)     40.7%
Nicholas L. Ribis.................................       109,513(2)       *
John P. Burke.....................................           700(3)       *
Robert M. Pickus..................................         1,000          *
Joseph A. Fusco...................................         1,000          
Wallace B. Askins.................................         3,000          *
Don M. Thomas.....................................         1,000          *
Peter M. Ryan.....................................         5,000          *
Lynch & Mayer, Inc. ..............................     1,293,300(4)      5.6%
Capital Research and Management Company...........     1,700,000(5)      7.4%
State Street Research & Management Company........     2,552,700(6)     11.1%
Oppenheimer Group, Inc............................     4,860,955(7)     21.2%
All officers and directors of THCR (8 persons)....    15,840,202        40.9%
</TABLE>
 
The above persons have sole voting and investment power, unless otherwise
indicated below.
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 * Less than 1%.                                                          
(1) 725 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10022. These shares include
    10,300,456, 1,407,017, and 2,211,250 shares of THCR Common Stock into
    which Trump's, TCI's and TCI-II's limited partnership interests in THCR
    Holdings are convertible, subject to certain adjustments. TCI and TCI-II
    are corporations wholly owned by Trump. These shares also include (a) 275
    shares of THCR Common Stock held by Trump's wife, Ms. Marla M. Trump, of
    which shares Trump disclaims beneficial ownership, (b) 250 shares of THCR
    Common Stock, 100 of which are held for Trump's account and 150 of which
    are held as custodian for his children, and (c) 1,800,000 shares of THCR
    Common Stock underlying currently exercisable warrants to purchase THCR
    Common Stock held by Trump of which (i) 600,000 shares may be purchased on
    or before April 17, 1999 at $30.00 per share, (ii) 600,000 shares may be
    purchased on or before April 17, 2000 at $35.00 per share and (iii)
    600,000 shares may be purchased on or before April 17, 2001 at $40.00 per
    share. Trump beneficially owns an approximately 37% limited partnership
    interest in THCR Holdings, of which approximately 4% is held directly by
    TCI and 6% by TCI-II. Trump is also the beneficial owner of all of the
    outstanding shares of THCR Class B Common Stock (1,000 shares) of which he
    holds 850 shares directly and holds 50 shares through TCI and 100 shares
    through TCI-II.
(2) Includes (i) a fully vested stock bonus award of 66,667 shares, (ii)
    10,000 shares held by Mr. Ribis, (iii) 3,081 shares and 2,739 shares held
    by Mr. Ribis as custodian for his son, Nicholas L. Ribis Jr., and his
    daughter, Alexandria Ribis, respectively, of which shares Mr. Ribis
    disclaims beneficial ownership, and (iv) 26,667 shares underlying
    currently exercisable options to purchase THCR Common Stock at $14.00 per
    share until June 12, 2005.
(3) Mr. Burke shares voting and dispositive power of 200 of these shares with
    his wife. These shares also include 200 shares beneficially owned solely
    by his wife, of which shares Mr. Burke disclaims beneficial ownership.
(4) 520 Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10022. Lynch & Mayer is an
    investment adviser and has shared voting and dispositive power over these
    shares.
(5) 333 South Hope Street, Los Angeles, California 90071. Capital Research and
    Management Company ("Capital Research") is an investment adviser and
    claims beneficial ownership of these shares. The Capital Group Companies,
    Inc. is the parent holding company of Capital Research and disclaims
    beneficial ownership hereshown.
(6) One Financial Center, 30th Floor, Boston, Massachusetts 02111. State
    Street Research & Management Company ("State Street") is an investment
    adviser and claims beneficial ownership of these shares. Metropolitan Life
    Insurance Company, One Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10010, is the
    parent holding company of State Street and disclaims beneficial ownership
    of these shares.
(7) Oppenheimer Tower, World Financial Center, New York, New York 10281.
    Oppenheimer Group, Inc. ("Oppenheimer") has shared voting and dispositive
    power over these shares. These shares include 3,481,550 shares
    beneficially owned by Oppenheimer Capital, an investment adviser, of which
    Oppenheimer is the parent holding company. Oppenheimer disclaims
    beneficial ownership over these shares.
 
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  As security for certain indebtedness of Trump and his affiliates (other than
THCR and its subsidiaries) owed to a lender, Trump pledged 830 shares of his
THCR Class B Common Stock and an approximately 22.7% limited partnership
interest in THCR Holdings, and caused TCI to pledge its 50 shares of THCR
Class B Common Stock and its 5.5% limited partnership interest in THCR
Holdings. A foreclosure on all of such collateral could result in a change of
control of THCR.
 
ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS.
 
  Affiliate party transactions are governed by the provisions of the Senior
Note Indenture and the Trump AC Mortgage Note Indenture, which provisions
generally require that such transactions be on terms as favorable as would be
obtainable from an unaffiliated party, and require the approval of a majority
of the independent directors of THCR for certain affiliated transactions.
Affiliated transactions with respect to Castle Associates are governed by the
indentures under which the Castle Notes were issued.
 
  Trump, Ribis and certain affiliates have engaged in certain related party
transactions with respect to THCR and its subsidiaries. See "Executive
Compensation--Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation--
Certain Related Party Transactions--THCR," "--Plaza Associates," "--Taj
Associates," "--Castle Associates" and "--Other Relationships."
 
  Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates have joint insurance
coverage with other entities affiliated with Trump, for which the annual
premiums paid by Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates was
approximately $5.2 million for the year ended December 31, 1996.
 
  Plaza Associates leased portions of its Egg Harbor Parcel to Castle
Associates. Lease payments by Castle Associates to Plaza Associates totaled
$5,000 in 1996.
 
  In November 1996, Castle Associates assigned to THCR Holdings, with the
consent of Roger P. Wagner, Castle Associates' employment agreement with Mr.
Wagner, pursuant to which Mr. Wagner served as the President and Chief
Operating Officer of Castle Associates and TCHI. The assigned agreement
provides for an annual salary of $375,000 reviewed on an annual basis. Mr.
Wagner is currently the Acting General Manager of Trump Indiana.
 
  Indemnification Agreements.  In addition to the indemnification provisions
in THCR's and its subsidiaries' employment agreements (see "Executive
Compensation--Employment Agreements"), certain former and current directors of
Plaza Funding entered into separate indemnification agreements in May 1992
with Plaza Associates pursuant to which such persons are afforded the full
benefits of the indemnification provisions of the partnership agreement
governing Plaza Associates. Plaza Associates also entered into an
Indemnification Trust Agreement in November 1992 with Midlantic (the
"Indemnification Trustee") pursuant to which the sum of $100,000 was deposited
by Plaza Associates with the Indemnification Trustee for the benefit of the
directors of Plaza Funding and certain former directors of Trump Plaza GP to
provide a source for indemnification for such persons if Plaza Associates,
Plaza Funding or Trump Plaza GP, as the case may be, fails to immediately
honor a demand for indemnification by such persons. The indemnification
agreements with the directors of Plaza Funding and directors of Trump Plaza GP
were amended in June 1993 to provide, among other things, that Plaza
Associates would maintain directors' and officers' insurance covering such
persons during the ten-year term (subject to extension) of the indemnification
agreements; provided, however, that if such insurance would not be available
on a commercially practicable basis, Plaza Associates could, in lieu of
obtaining such insurance, annually deposit an amount in a trust fund equal to
$500,000 for the benefit of such directors; provided further that deposits
relating to the failure to obtain such insurance shall not exceed $2.5
million. Such directors are covered by directors' and officers' insurance
maintained by Plaza Associates.
 
  In connection with the Taj Acquisition, Trump AC has agreed to provide to
the former officers and Directors of THCR Holding Corp. and THCR/LP (the "Taj
Indemnified Parties"), including Messrs. Ribis, Pickus and Burke,
indemnification as provided in the THCR's Amended and Restated Certificate of
Incorporation and
 
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Amended and Restated By-Laws until April 17, 2002. In addition, THCR agreed,
and agreed to cause THCR Holding Corp. and THCR/LP to agree, that until April
17, 2002, unless otherwise required by law, the Certificate of Incorporation
and By-Laws of THCR Holding Corp. and THCR/LP shall not be amended, repealed
or modified to reduce or limit the rights of indemnity afforded to the former
directors, officers and employees of THCR Holding Corp. and THCR/LP or the
ability of THCR Holding Corp. or THCR/LP to indemnify such persons, nor to
hinder, delay or make more difficult the exercise of such rights of indemnity
or the ability to indemnify. In addition, Trump AC has also agreed to purchase
and maintain in effect, until April 17, 2002, directors' and officers'
liability insurance policies covering the Taj Indemnified Parties on terms no
less favorable than the terms of the then current insurance policies' coverage
or, if such directors' and officers' liability insurance is unavailable for an
amount no greater than 150% of the premium paid by THCR Holding Corp. (on an
annualized basis) for directors' and officers' liability insurance during the
period from January 1, 1996, to April 17, 1996, Trump AC has agreed to obtain
as much insurance as can be obtained for a premium not in excess (on an
annualized basis) of such amount.
 
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                                    PART IV
 
ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K.
 
  (a) Financial Statements. See the Index immediately following the signature
page.
 
  (b) Reports on Form 8-K. The Registrant filed a Current Report on Form 8-K,
dated October 22, 1996, reporting under Item 2 thereto, the consummation of
the Castle Acquisition. Under Item 5 to such Form 8-K, the Registrant reported
the filing of the derivative action by a stockholder of THCR in the United
States District Court, Southern District of New York (96 Civ. 7820) against
each member of the Board of Directors of THCR, THCR, THCR Holdings, Castle
Associates, TCI, TCI-II, TCHI and Salomon. Under Item 7 to such Form 8-K, the
Registrant reported the financial statements of the business acquired by THCR
Holdings and pro forma financial information, including (i) the consolidated
balance sheets of Castle Associates and subsidiary as of December 31, 1994 and
1995, and the related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders'
equity (deficit) and cash flows for each of the three years in the period
ended December 31, 1996, (ii) the consolidated balance sheets of Castle
Associates and subsidiary as of December 31, 1994 and 1995, and the related
consolidated statements of operations, capital (deficit) and cash flows for
each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 1995 and (iii) the
Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Balance of June 30, 1996 and the Unaudited
Pro Forma Consolidated Statement of Operations for the year ended June 30,
1996.
 
  (c) Exhibits.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
   EXHIBIT NO.                     DESCRIPTION OF EXHIBIT
   -----------                     ----------------------
   <C>         <S>
    2.1(12)    Agreement, dated as of June 24, 1996, among Trump Hotels &
               Casino Resorts, Inc., Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings,
               L.P., TC/GP, Inc., Trump's Castle Hotel & Casino, Inc. and
               Donald J. Trump.
    3.1(9)     Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Trump
               Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
    3.2(9)     Amended and Restated By-Laws of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts,
               Inc.
    3.1.3(14)  Amendment to the Amended and Restated Certificate of
               Incorporation of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
    4.1(4)     Mortgage Note Indenture, among Trump Plaza Funding, Inc., as
               issuer, Trump Plaza Associates, as guarantor, and First Bank
               National Association, as trustee.
    4.2(4)     Indenture of Mortgage, between Trump Plaza Associates, as
               mortgagor, and Trump Plaza Funding, Inc., as mortgagee.
    4.3(4)     Assignment Agreement between Trump Plaza Funding, Inc., and
               First Bank National Association, as trustee.
    4.4(4)     Assignment of Operating Assets from Trump Plaza Associates to
               Trump Plaza Funding, Inc.
    4.5(4)     Assignment of Leases and Rents from Trump Plaza Associates to
               Trump Plaza Funding, Inc.
    4.6(4)     Indenture of Mortgage between Trump Plaza Associates and First
               Bank National Association, as trustee.
    4.7(4)     Assignment of Leases and Rents from Trump Plaza Associates to
               First Bank National Association, as trustee.
    4.8(4)     Assignment of Operating Assets from Trump Plaza Associates to
               First Bank National Association, as trustee.
    4.9(4)     Trump Plaza Associates Note to Trump Plaza Funding, Inc.
    4.10(4)    Mortgage Note Certificate (included in Exhibit 4.1).
</TABLE>
 
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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
   EXHIBIT NO.                     DESCRIPTION OF EXHIBIT
   -----------                     ----------------------
   <C>         <S>
    4.11(4)    Pledge Agreement of Trump Plaza Funding, Inc., in favor and
               for the benefit of First Bank National Association, as
               trustee.
    4.12-4.16  Intentionally omitted.
    4.17.1(9)  Senior Secured Note Indenture between Trump Hotels & Casino
               Resorts Holdings, L.P. and Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts
               Funding, Inc., as issuers, and First Bank National
               Association, as trustee.
    4.17.2(11) Supplemental Indenture by Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts
               Holdings, L.P. and Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Funding, Inc.
               with respect to their 15 1/2% Senior Secured Notes due 2005.
    4.17.3(11) Second Supplemental Indenture by Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts
               Holdings, L.P. and Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Funding, Inc.
               with respect to their 15 1/2% Senior Secured Notes due 2005.
    4.18(9)    Senior Secured Note Certificate (included in Exhibit 4.17).
    4.19.1(9)  Pledge Agreement, dated June 12, 1995, from Trump Hotels &
               Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. as pledgor to First Bank
               National Association as collateral agent, on behalf of First
               Bank National Association in its respective capacities as
               trustees.
    4.19.2(9)  Pledge Agreement, dated June 12, 1995, from Trump Hotels &
               Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. as pledgor to First Bank
               National Association as trustee.
    4.19.3(9)  Pledge Agreement, dated June 12, 1995, from Trump Plaza
               Holding Associates as pledgor to First Bank National
               Association as collateral agent, on behalf of First Bank
               National Association in its respective capacities as trustees.
    4.19.4(9)  Pledge Agreement, dated June 12, 1995, from Trump Plaza
               Holding, Inc. as pledgor to First Bank National Association as
               collateral agent, on behalf of First Bank National Association
               in its respective capacities as trustees.
    4.19.5(11) Pledge Agreement, dated April 17, 1996, from Trump Hotels &
               Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. as pledgor to First Bank
               National Association as Senior Note Trustee.
    4.19.6(11) Pledge Agreement, dated April 17, 1996, from Trump Atlantic
               City Associates as pledgor to First Bank National Association
               as Senior Note Trustee.
    4.19.7(11) Pledge Agreement, dated April 17, 1996, from Trump Atlantic
               City Holding, Inc. as pledgor to First Bank National
               Association as Senior Note Trustee.
    4.19.8(11) Pledge Agreement, dated April 17, 1996, from Trump Atlantic
               City Corporation as pledgor to First Bank National Association
               as Senior Note Trustee.
    4.20(14)   Pledge Agreement, dated as of October 7, 1996, by and between
               Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. and First Bank
               National Association, as trustee.
    4.21(14)   Pledge Agreement, dated as of October 7, 1996, by and between
               Trump's Castle Hotel & Casino, Inc. and First Bank National
               Association, as trustee.
    4.22-4.23  Intentionally omitted.
    4.24(9)    Cash Collateral and Disbursement Agreement, dated June 12,
               1995, among First Bank National Association, as disbursement
               agent, First Bank National Association, as trustee, and Trump
               Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. and Trump Hotels &
               Casino Resorts Funding, Inc., as issuers.
    4.25(8)    Certificate of Common Stock of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts,
               Inc.
</TABLE>
 
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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
   EXHIBIT NO.                     DESCRIPTION OF EXHIBIT
   -----------                     ----------------------
   <C>         <S>
    4.26(11)   Indenture, dated April 17, 1996, among Trump Atlantic City
               Associates and Trump Atlantic City Funding, Inc., as issuers,
               Trump Plaza Associates, Trump Taj Mahal Associates and The
               Trump Taj Mahal Corporation, as guarantors, and First Bank
               National Association as trustee.
    4.27(11)   First Mortgage Note Certificate (included in Exhibit 4.26.1).
    4.28.1(11) Indenture of Mortgage and Security Agreement among Trump Taj
               Mahal Associates, as mortgagor, and First Bank National
               Association, as collateral agent, as mortgagee.
    4.28.2(11) Indenture of Mortgage and Security Agreement among Trump Plaza
               Associates, as mortgagor, and First Bank National Association,
               as collateral agent, as mortgagee.
    4.29.1(11) Assignment of Leases and Rents among Trump Taj Mahal
               Associates, as assignor, and First Bank National Association,
               as collateral agent, as mortgagee.
    4.29.2(11) Assignment of Leases and Rents among Trump Plaza Associates,
               as assignor, and First Bank National Association, as
               collateral agent, as mortgagee.
    4.30(11)   Collateral Agency Agreement among First Bank National
               Association, as collateral agent, First Bank National
               Association, as trustee, Trump Atlantic City Associates, Trump
               Atlantic City Funding, Inc., the other secured parties
               signatory thereto, and the guarantors under the First Mortgage
               Note Indenture.
    4.31(11)   Warrants of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. issued to
               Donald J. Trump.
   10.1-10.6   Intentionally omitted.
   10.7(6)     Employment Agreement between Trump Plaza Associates and Barry
               Cregan.
   10.8-10.27  Intentionally omitted.
   10.28(1)    Option Agreement, dated as of February 2, 1993, between Donald
               J. Trump and Trump Plaza Associates.
   10.29       Intentionally omitted.
   10.30(2)    Amended and Restated Services Agreement between Trump Plaza
               Associates and Trump Plaza Management Corp.
   10.31-10.32 Intentionally omitted.
   10.33(3)    Mortgage from Donald J. Trump, as nominee, to Albert
               Rothenberg and Robert Rothenberg, dated October 3, 1983.
   10.34(3)    Intentionally omitted.
   10.35.1(3)  Mortgage from Trump Plaza Associates to The Mutual Benefit
               Life Insurance Company, dated October 5, 1990.
   10.35.2(3)  Collateral Assignment of Leases from Trump Plaza Associates to
               The Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Company, dated October 5,
               1990.
   10.36-10.37 Intentionally omitted.
   10.38.1(5)  Employment Agreement between Trump Plaza Associates and
               Nicholas L. Ribis.
   10.38.2(9)  Employment Agreement between Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts
               Holdings, L.P. and Nicholas L. Ribis (with exhibits).
   10.39.1(5)  Severance Agreement between Trump Plaza Associates and Robert
               M. Pickus.
   10.39.2(15) Employment Contract, dated July 7, 1995, between Trump Hotels
               & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. and Robert M. Pickus.
   10.40(7)    Employment Agreement, dated as of February 7, 1995, between
               Trump Plaza Associates and Kevin S. Smith.
 
</TABLE>
 
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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
   EXHIBIT NO.                     DESCRIPTION OF EXHIBIT
   -----------                     ----------------------
   <C>         <S>
   10.41(7)    Employment Agreement between Trump Plaza Associates and James
               A. Rigot.
   10.42(7)    Option and Right of First Offer Agreement between Trump Plaza
               Associates and Missouri Boardwalk Inc., dated June 24, 1993.
   10.43(7)    Lease between Donald J. Trump and Missouri Boardwalk Inc.,
               dated June 24, 1993.
   10.44(7)    Sublease between Donald J. Trump and Missouri Boardwalk Inc.,
               dated June 24, 1993.
   10.45       Intentionally omitted.
   10.46.1(9)  Executive Agreement among Donald J. Trump, Trump Hotels &
               Casino Resorts, Inc. and Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts
               Holdings, L.P.
   10.46.2(13) Amendment to Executive Agreement, dated as of May 16, 1996, by
               and among Donald J. Trump, Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
               and Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P.
   10.47.1(9)  1995 Stock Incentive Plan of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts,
               Inc.
   10.47.2(13) Amendment No. 1 to Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. 1995
               Stock Incentive Plan.
   10.50(8)    Acquisition Agreement, dated April 27, 1995, between Trump
               Oceanview, Inc. and The New Jersey Sports and Exposition
               Authority.
   10.51.1(8)  Amended and Restated Partnership Agreement of Trump Hotels &
               Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P.
   10.51.2(11) Second Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership
               of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P.
   10.51.3(14) Third Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of
               Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P., dated as of
               October 7, 1996.
   10.52.1(9)  Exchange and Registration Rights Agreement, dated June 12,
               1995, between Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. and Donald
               J. Trump.
   10.52.2(11) Amended and Restated Exchange and Registration Rights
               Agreement, dated April 17, 1996, among Trump Hotels & Casino
               Resorts, Inc., Donald J. Trump and Trump Casinos, Inc.
   10.52.3(14) Second Amended and Restated Exchange and Registration Rights
               Agreement among Donald J. Trump, Trump Casinos, Inc., Trump
               Casinos II, Inc. and Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.,
               dated as of October 7, 1996.
   10.53.1(9)  Contribution Agreement, dated June 12, 1995, between Trump
               Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. and Donald J. Trump.
   10.53.2(11) 1996 Contribution Agreement among Trump Hotels & Casino
               Resorts Holdings, L.P., Donald J. Trump, THCR/LP Corporation
               (formerly known as TM/GP Corporation) and Trump Casinos, Inc.
               (formerly known as Trump Taj Mahal, Inc.).
   10.54.1(9)  Trademark License Agreement, dated June 12, 1995, between
               Donald J. Trump and Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
   10.54.2(11) Amendment to Trademark License Agreement, dated April 17,
               1996, between Donald J. Trump and Trump Hotels & Casino
               Resorts, Inc.
   10.55.1(9)  Trademark Security Agreement, dated June 12, 1995, between
               Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. and Donald J. Trump.
   10.55.2(11) Amendment to Trademark Security Agreement, dated April 17,
               1996, between Donald J. Trump and Trump Hotels & Casino
               Resorts, Inc.
   10.56(8)    Agreement of Sublease between Donald J. Trump and Time Warner
               Entertainment Company, L.P., as amended.
</TABLE>
 
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<CAPTION>
   EXHIBIT NO.                     DESCRIPTION OF EXHIBIT
   -----------                     ----------------------
   <C>         <S>
   10.57       Intentionally omitted.
   10.59(10)   First Amended and Restated Operating Agreement of Buffington
               Harbor Riverboat, L.L.C. by and between Trump Indiana, Inc.
               and Barden-Davis Casinos, L.L.C., dated as of October 31,
               1995.
   10.60.1(10) Loan and Security Agreement, by and between debis Financial
               Services, Inc. and Trump Indiana, Inc., dated August 30, 1995.
   10.60.2(10) Amendment Agreement to Loan and Security Agreement, by and
               between debis Financial Services, Inc. and Trump Indiana,
               Inc., dated as of October 25, 1995.
   10.61(10)   Voting Agreement between Donald J. Trump and Trump Hotels &
               Casino Resorts, Inc., dated January 8, 1996.
   10.63(11)   Third Amended and Restated Partnership Agreement of Trump
               Plaza Associates.
   10.64(11)   Amended and Restated Partnership Agreement of Trump Atlantic
               City Associates.
   10.65.1(13) Services Agreement, dated as of July 8, 1996, among Trump
               Plaza Associates, Trump Taj Mahal Associates and Trump Casino
               Services, L.L.C.
   10.65.2(14) Amended and Restated Services Agreement, dated as of October
               23, 1996, by and among Trump Plaza Associates, Trump Taj Mahal
               Associates, Trump's Castle Associates, L.P. and Trump Casino
               Services, L.L.C.
   10.66(13)   Thermal Energy Service Agreement, dated as of June 30, 1996,
               by and between Atlantic Jersey Thermal Systems, Inc. and Trump
               Taj Mahal Associates.
   10.67.1(14) Amendment to the Second Amended and Restated Partnership
               Agreement of Trump's Castle Associates, dated as of October 7,
               1996.
   10.67.2(14) Third Amended and Restated Partnership Agreement of Trump's
               Castle Associates, L.P., dated as of October 7, 1996.
   10.68(14)   Registration Agreement among Donald J. Trump, Trump Casinos,
               Inc., Trump Casinos II, Inc., Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts,
               Inc. and Donaldson Lufkin & Jenrette, Inc., dated as of
               October 7, 1996.
   10.69(14)   Thermal Energy Service Agreement, dated as of September 26,
               1996, by and between Atlantic Jersey Thermal Systems, Inc. and
               Trump Plaza Associates.
   10.70       Employment Agreement, dated May 3, 1996, between Trump Hotels
               & Casinos Resorts Holdings, L.P. and Joseph A. Fusco.
   10.71       Promissory Note of Nicholas L. Ribis in favor of Trump Hotels
               & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P., dated December 4, 1996.
   21          List of Subsidiaries of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
   27          Financial Data Schedule of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
</TABLE>
--------
 (1) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Trump Plaza Funding, Inc. for the year
     ended December 31, 1992.
 (2) Previously filed in the Registration Statement on Form S-1, Registration
     No. 33-58608, of Trump Atlantic City Associates (formerly Trump Plaza
     Holding Associates).
 (3) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Registration Statement on Form S-1, Registration No. 33-58602, of
     Trump Plaza Funding, Inc. and Trump Plaza Associates.
 (4) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Registration Statement on Form S-1, Registration No. 33-58608, of
     Trump Atlantic City Associates (formerly Trump Plaza Holding Associates).
 
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 (5) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Trump Plaza Funding, Inc. and Trump
     Atlantic City Associates (formerly Trump Plaza Holding Associates) for
     the year ended December 31, 1993.
 (6) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Quarterly Report on Form 1O-Q of Trump Plaza Funding, Inc. for the
     quarter ended September 30, 1994.
 (7) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Trump Plaza Funding, Inc. and Trump
     Atlantic City Associates (formerly Trump Plaza Holding Associates) for
     the year ended December 31, 1994.
 (8) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit to
     the Registration Statement on Form S-1, Registration No. 33-90784, of
     Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
 (9) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.,
     Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. and Trump Hotels & Casino
     Resorts Funding, Inc. for the quarter ended June 30, 1995.
(10) Incorporated by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in the
     Registration Statement on Form S-1, Registration No. 333-639, of Trump
     Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
(11) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
     for the quarter ended March 31, 1996.
(12) Incorporated herein by reference to the Exhibit to the Current Report on
     Form 8-K of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc., dated June 25, 1996.
(13) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
     for the quarter ended June 30, 1996.
(14) Incorporated herein by reference to the identically numbered Exhibit in
     the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
     for the quarter ended September 30, 1996.
 
  (d) FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES. See "Financial Statements and
Supplementary Data--Index to Financial Statements and Financial Statement
Schedules" for a list of the financial statement schedules included in this
Annual Report.
 
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IMPORTANT FACTORS RELATING TO FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
 
  The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a "safe
harbor" for forward-looking statements so long as those statements are
identified as forward-looking and are accompanied by meaningful cautionary
statements identifying important factors that could cause actual results to
differ materially from those projected in such statements. In connection with
certain forward-looking statements contained in this Annual Report on Form 10-
K and those that may be made in the future by or on behalf of the Registrant,
the Registrant notes that there are various factors that could cause actual
results to differ materially from those set forth in any such forward-looking
statements. The forward-looking statements contained in this Annual Report
were prepared by management and are qualified by, and subject to, significant
business, economic, competitive, regulatory and other uncertainties and
contingencies, all of which are difficult or impossible to predict and many of
which are beyond the control of the Registrant. Accordingly, there can be no
assurance that the forward-looking statements contained in this Annual Report
will be realized or that actual results will not be significantly higher or
lower. The statements have not been audited by, examined by, compiled by or
subjected to agreed-upon procedures by independent accountants, and no third-
party has independently verified or reviewed such statements. Readers of this
Annual Report should consider these facts in evaluating the information
contained herein. In addition, the business and operations of the Registrant
are subject to substantial risks which increase the uncertainty inherent in
the forward-looking statements contained in this Annual Report. The inclusion
of the forward-looking statements contained in this Annual Report should not
be regarded as a representation by the Registrant or any other person that the
forward-looking statements contained in this Annual Report will be achieved.
In light of the foregoing, readers of this Annual Report are cautioned not to
place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained herein.
 
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                                  SIGNATURES
 
  PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, THE REGISTRANT HAS DULY CAUSED THIS REPORT TO BE SIGNED
ON ITS BEHALF BY THE UNDERSIGNED, THEREUNTO DULY AUTHORIZED.
 
                                          Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
 
                                                   /s/ Nicholas L. Ribis
                                            -----------------------------------
                                            BY: NICHOLAS L. RIBIS
                                            TITLE: PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE
                                                   OFFICER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL
                                                   OFFICER
                                            DATE: MARCH 28, 1997
 
  PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, THIS
REPORT HAS BEEN SIGNED BELOW BY THE FOLLOWING PERSONS ON BEHALF OF THE
REGISTRANT AND IN THE CAPACITIES AND ON THE DATES INDICATED:
 
              SIGNATURE                        TITLE                 DATE
 
 
         /s/ Donald J. Trump           Chairman of the          March 28, 1997
-------------------------------------   Board of Directors
           DONALD J. TRUMP
 
        /s/ Nicholas L. Ribis          President, Chief         March 28, 1997
-------------------------------------   Executive Officer,
          NICHOLAS L. RIBIS             Chief Financial
                                        Officer and
                                        Director (Principal
                                        Executive and
                                        Financial Officer)
 
          /s/ John P. Burke            Senior Vice              March 28, 1997
-------------------------------------   President,
            JOHN P. BURKE               Corporate Finance
                                        (Principal
                                        Accounting Officer)
 
        /s/ Wallace B. Askins          Director                 March 28, 1997
-------------------------------------
          WALLACE B. ASKINS
 
          /s/ Don M. Thomas            Director                 March 28, 1997
-------------------------------------
            DON M. THOMAS
 
          /s/ Peter M. Ryan            Director                 March 28, 1997
-------------------------------------
            PETER M. RYAN
 
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        INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                          PAGE
<S>                                                                       <C>
Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
  Report of Independent Public Accountants............................... F- 2
  Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 1995 and 1996........... F- 3
  Consolidated Statements of Operations for the period from inception
   (June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995 and for the year ended
   December 31, 1996..................................................... F- 4
  Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity for the period from
   inception (June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995 and for the year
   ended December 31, 1996............................................... F- 5
  Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the period from inception
   (June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995 and for the year ended
   December 31, 1996..................................................... F- 6
  Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements............................. F- 8
Trump Atlantic City Associates and Trump Plaza Associates
  Report of Independent Public Accountants............................... F-27
  Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 1994 and June 12, 1995.. F-28
  Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31,
   1993 and 1994 and for the period from January 1, 1995 through June 12,
   1995 ................................................................. F-29
  Consolidated Statements of Capital (Deficit) for the years ended
   December 31, 1993 and 1994 and for the period from January 1, 1995
   through June 12, 1995 ................................................ F-30
  Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31,
   1993 and 1994 and for the period from January 1, 1995 through June 12,
   1995.................................................................. F-31
  Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements............................. F-32
Financial Statement Schedules
  Reports of Independent Public Accountants.............................. S- 1
  Schedule II--Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. Valuation and
   Qualifying Accounts for the Period from Inception (June 12, 1995) to
   December 31, 1995 and for the year ended December 31, 1996............ S- 3
  Schedule II--Trump Atlantic City Associates and Trump Plaza Associates
   Valuation and Qualifying Accounts for the Years Ended December 31,
    1993, 1994 and for the Period from January 1, 1995 through June 12,
    1995................................................................. S- 4
</TABLE>
 
                                      F-1
<PAGE>
 
                   REPORT OF INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
 
To Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.:
 
  We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Trump Hotels
& Casino Resorts, Inc. (a Delaware Corporation) and Subsidiaries as of
December 31, 1995 and December 31, 1996 and the related consolidated
statements of operations, stockholders' equity and cash flows for the period
from inception (June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995 and for the year
ended December 31, 1996. These consolidated financial statements are the
responsibility of the management of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. Our
responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on
our audits.
 
  We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of
material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence
supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit
also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial
statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis
for our opinion.
 
  In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly,
in all material respects, the financial position of Trump Hotels & Casino
Resorts, Inc. and Subsidiaries as of December 31, 1995 and December 31, 1996
and the results of their operations and their cash flows for the period from
inception (June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995 and for the year ended
December 31, 1996, in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles.
 
                                           Arthur Andersen LLP
 
Roseland, New Jersey
February 7, 1997 (except with
 respect to the matter discussed
 in Note 10, as to which
 the date is March 20, 1997).
 
                                      F-2
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
                          CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
                           DECEMBER 31, 1995 AND 1996
                                 (IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                           1995        1996
                         ASSETS                          ---------  ----------
<S>                                                      <C>        <C>
CURRENT ASSETS:
  Cash & cash equivalents............................... $  19,208  $  175,749
  Restricted cash.......................................    12,013           0
  Trade receivables, net of allowances for doubtful
   accounts of $8,077 and $19,087, respectively (Note
   2)...................................................     7,494      46,781
  Accounts receivable, other (Note 2)...................     6,966       7,614
  Inventories...........................................     2,609      10,710
  Prepaid expenses and other current assets.............     5,171      12,729
                                                         ---------  ----------
    Total current assets................................    53,461     253,583
                                                         ---------  ----------
INVESTMENT IN BUFFINGTON HARBOR (Note 2)................    21,823      45,782
INVESTMENT IN TRUMP'S CASTLE PIK NOTES (Note 3).........         0      44,191
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Notes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5):
  Land and land improvements............................    48,308     250,307
  Buildings and building improvements...................   379,686   1,685,721
  Riverboat.............................................         0      29,369
  Furniture, fixtures and equipment.....................    91,033     228,040
  Leasehold improvements................................     2,434       2,404
  Construction in progress..............................    63,379      24,679
                                                         ---------  ----------
                                                           584,840   2,220,520
                                                         ---------  ----------
  Less--accumulated depreciation and amortization.......  (147,289)   (211,259)
                                                         ---------  ----------
    Net property and equipment..........................   437,551   2,009,261
                                                         ---------  ----------
CASH RESTRICTED FOR FUTURE CONSTRUCTION.................    40,030           0
NOTE RECEIVABLE (Note 7)................................     3,000           0
DEFERRED BOND AND LOAN ISSUANCE COSTS, net of
 accumulated amortization of $5,827 and 6,781,
 respectively...........................................    20,026      48,602
OTHER ASSETS (Note 5)...................................     8,654      54,017
                                                         ---------  ----------
    Total assets........................................ $ 584,545  $2,455,436
                                                         =========  ==========
                 LIABILITIES & CAPITAL
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
  Current maturities of long-term debt (Note 3)......... $   2,901  $   19,356
  Accounts payable......................................     9,478      35,957
  Accrued payroll.......................................     6,815      23,422
  Accrued interest payable .............................     2,498      28,393
  Due to affiliates (Note 7)............................       278       1,171
  Other accrued expenses................................     7,347      36,092
  Self insurance reserves (Note 5)......................     3,750      16,681
  Income taxes payable..................................         0         225
  Other current liabilities.............................     2,235       5,434
                                                         ---------  ----------
    Total current liabilities...........................    35,302     166,731
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES:
  Long-term debt, net of current maturities (Note 3)....   494,471   1,713,425
  Deferred income taxes.................................     4,181       4,272
  Other long-term liabilities...........................         0      10,309
                                                         ---------  ----------
    Total liabilities...................................   533,954   1,894,737
                                                         ---------  ----------
MINORITY INTEREST.......................................         0     172,604
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Notes 5, 6 and 8)
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
  Preferred Stock, $1.00 par value, 1,000,000 shares
   authorized, none issued and outstanding in 1995 and
   1996, respectively...................................         0           0
  Common Stock, $.01 par value, 50,000,000 shares
   authorized, 24,140,090 and 10,066,667 issued and
   outstanding in 1995 and 1996, respectively...........       101         241
  Class B Common Stock, $.01 par value, 1,000 shares
   authorized, issued and outstanding in 1995 and 1996,
   respectively.........................................         0           0
  Additional paid-in capital............................    52,411     455,452
  Accumulated deficit                                       (1,921)    (67,598)
                                                         ---------  ----------
    Total stockholders' equity..........................    50,591     388,095
                                                         ---------  ----------
    Total liabilities & stockholders' equity............ $ 584,545  $2,455,436
                                                         =========  ==========
</TABLE>
 
  The accompanying notes to financial statements are an integralpart of these
                       consolidated financial statements.
 
                                      F-3
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
                     CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
  FOR THE PERIOD FROM INCEPTION (JUNE 12, 1995) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1995 AND
                      FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996
                       (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT SHARE DATA)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                FOR THE PERIOD
                                                FROM INCEPTION
                                            (JUNE 12, 1995) THROUGH
                                               DECEMBER 31, 1995       1996
                                            ----------------------- ----------
<S>                                         <C>                     <C>
REVENUES:
  Gaming...................................       $  175,208        $  883,441
  Rooms....................................           12,310            72,172
  Food and Beverage........................           26,065           107,143
  Other....................................            6,284            26,665
                                                  ----------        ----------
    Gross Revenues.........................          219,867         1,089,421
  Less--Promotional allowances.............           24,394           113,134
                                                  ----------        ----------
    Net Revenues...........................          195,473           976,287
                                                  ----------        ----------
COSTS AND EXPENSES:
  Gaming...................................           95,533           537,341
  Rooms....................................            1,305            15,261
  Food and Beverage........................           11,178            44,802
  General and Administrative...............           44,792           201,390
  Depreciation and Amortization............            9,219            69,035
  Pre-opening..............................                0            13,839
                                                  ----------        ----------
                                                     162,027           881,668
                                                  ----------        ----------
    Income from operations.................           33,446            94,619
                                                  ----------        ----------
NON-OPERATING INCOME AND (EXPENSE):
  Interest income..........................            3,741            11,186
  Interest expense.........................          (35,014)         (150,716)
  Other non-operating income (expense).....           (4,094)           14,869
                                                  ----------        ----------
                                                     (35,367)         (124,661)
                                                  ----------        ----------
Loss before equity in loss from Buffington
 Harbor, L.L.C., extraordinary loss and
 minority interest.........................           (1,921)          (30,042)
Equity in loss from Buffington Harbor,
 L.L.C. ...................................                0              (925)
                                                  ----------        ----------
Loss before extraordinary items and
 minority interest.........................           (1,921)          (30,967)
Extraordinary loss.........................                0           (60,732)
Minority Interest..........................                0            26,022
                                                  ----------        ----------
Net Loss...................................       $   (1,921)       $  (65,677)
                                                  ==========        ==========
Loss Per Share.............................       $     (.19)       $    (3.27)
                                                  ==========        ==========
Average Number of Shares Outstanding.......       10,133,333        20,081,122
                                                  ==========        ==========
</TABLE>
 
  The accompanying notes to financial statements are an integral part of these
                       consolidated financial statements.
 
                                      F-4
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY FOR THE PERIOD FROM INCEPTION
                 (JUNE 12, 1995) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1995 AND
                      FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996
                       (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT SHARE DATA)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                           NUMBER OF SHARES
                          ------------------        ADDITIONAL
                                     CLASS B         PAID IN   ACCUMULATED
                            COMMON   COMMON  AMOUNT  CAPITAL     DEFICIT    TOTAL
                          ---------- ------- ------ ---------- ----------- --------
<S>                       <C>        <C>     <C>    <C>        <C>         <C>
Balance, June 12, 1995..              1,000   $--    $(75,543)  $    --    $(75,543)
Proceeds from issuance
 of Common Stock........  10,000,000    --     100    126,748        --     126,848
Issuance of Stock Grant
 Award..................      66,667    --       1        933        --         934
Accretion of Phantom
 Stock Units............         --     --     --         273        --         273
Net Loss................         --     --     --         --      (1,921)    (1,921)
                          ----------  -----   ----   --------   --------   --------
Balance, December 31,
 1995...................  10,066,667  1,000    101     52,411     (1,921)   (50,591)
Proceeds from issuance
 of Common Stock........  13,250,000    --     132    385,930        --     386,062
Proceeds from issuance
 of Common Stock
 pursuant to Taj Merger.     323,423    --       3      9,316        --       9,319
Proceeds form issuance
 of Common Stock for ac-
 quisition of specified
 parcels................     500,000    --       5     10,495        --      10,500
Cancellation of Trump
 Note...................         --     --     --      (3,167)       --      (3,167)
Accretion of Phantom
 Stock Units............         --     --     --         467        --         467
Net Loss................         --     --     --         --     (65,677)   (65,677)
                          ----------  -----   ----   --------   --------   --------
Balance, December 31,
 1996...................  24,140,090  1,000   $241   $455,452   $(67,598)  $388,095
                          ==========  =====   ====   ========   ========   ========
</TABLE>
 
 
  The accompanying notes to financial statements are an integral part of these
                       consolidated financial statements.
 
                                      F-5
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
                     CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
    FOR THE PERIOD FROM INCEPTION (JUNE 12, 1995) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1995
                    AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996
                                 (IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                    FOR THE PERIOD
                                                    FROM INCEPTION
                                                    (JUNE 12, 1995)
                                                        THROUGH
                                                   DECEMBER 31, 1995    1996
                                                   ----------------- ----------
<S>                                                <C>               <C>
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
 Net loss........................................      $  (1,921)    $  (65,677)
 Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash
  flows used in operating activities:
  Non Cash Charges:
   Issuance of stock grant awards and accretion
    of phantom stock units.......................          1,207            467
   Extraordinary loss............................              0         60,732
   Depreciation and amortization.................          9,219         69,035
   Minority interest in net loss.................              0        (26,022)
   Accretion of discount on mortgage notes and
    amortization of loan costs...................            818          7,475
   Provisions for losses on receivables..........            559          9,140
   Equity in loss of Buffington Harbor L.L.C. ...              0            925
   Interest income Castle-PIK notes..............              0         (5,491)
   Utilization of CRDA credits and donations.....            320              0
   Valuation allowance of CRDA investments.......         (1,249)         3,371
                                                       ---------     ----------
    Sub-total....................................          8,953         53,955
   Increase in receivables.......................         (1,722)       (19,661)
   Decrease in inventories.......................            815            175
   Decrease in advances from affiliates..........            367            588
   Decrease (increase) in other current assets...          6,518           (689)
   Decrease (increase) in other assets...........            507        (15,992)
   (Decrease) increase in accounts payable,
    accrued expenses, and other current
    liabilities..................................         (5,123)        16,866
   Decrease in accrued interest payable..........        (19,534)       (33,499)
   Increase in other long-term liabilities.......              0          2,717
                                                       ---------     ----------
    Net cash flows provided by (used in) operat-
     ing activities..............................         (9,219)         4,460
                                                       ---------     ----------
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
 Purchase of property and equipment, net.........       (115,430)      (245,424)
 Restricted cash for short-term operating needs..        (12,013)        12,013
 Cash restricted for future construction.........        (40,030)        40,030
 Purchase of CRDA investments....................         (1,677)        (7,122)
 Investment in Buffington Harbor LLC.............        (21,823)       (24,884)
 Investment in Trump's Castle PIK Notes..........              0        (38,700)
 Purchase of Taj Holding, net of cash received...              0         46,714
 Purchase of Trump's Castle, net of cash re-
  ceived.........................................              0         17,604
                                                       ---------     ----------
    Net cash flows used in investing activities..       (190,973)      (199,769)
                                                       ---------     ----------
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
 Issuance of Common Stock, net...................        126,848        386,062
 Issuance of Senior Secured Notes, net...........        144,258              0
 Retirement of PIK Notes.........................        (81,746)             0
 Issuance of Trump AC Notes......................              0      1,200,000
 Retirement of long-term debt....................              0     (1,156,836)
 Retirement of NatWest loan......................              0        (36,500)
 Debt issuance costs.............................              0        (41,405)
 Issuance of note receivable.....................         (3,000)             0
 Debt payments--other............................         (4,186)       (39,187)
 Proceeds from borrowings........................          9,040         39,716
                                                       ---------     ----------
    Net cash flows provided by financing activi-
     ties........................................        191,214        351,850
                                                       ---------     ----------
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equiva-
 lents...........................................         (8,978)       156,541
                                                       ---------     ----------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD.         28,186         19,208
                                                       =========     ==========
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD.......      $  19,208     $  175,749
                                                       =========     ==========
</TABLE>
  The accompanying notes to financial statements are an integral part of these
                       consolidated financial statements.
 
                                      F-6
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
                     CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
    FOR THE PERIOD FROM INCEPTION (JUNE 12, 1995) THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1995
             AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996--(CONTINUED)
                                (IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                     FOR THE PERIOD
                                                     FROM INCEPTION
                                                     (JUNE 12, 1995)
                                                         THROUGH
                                                    DECEMBER 31, 1995   1996
                                                    ----------------- --------
<S>                                                 <C>               <C>
Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information:
 Cash paid during the year for interest............      $48,768      $182,333
 Cash paid during the year for state and Federal
  taxes............................................                      1,000
 Equipment purchased under capital leases..........                     12,385
Supplemental Schedule of noncash investing and fi-
 nancing activities:
</TABLE>
 
  During 1996, THCR purchased all of the capital stock of Taj Holding for
$31,181 in cash and 323,423 shares of its common stock value at $9,319. In
addition, the contribution by Trump of his 50% interest in Taj Associates
amounting to $40,500 was reflected as minority interest, net of $10,000
distribution to Bankers Trust. In conjunction with the acquisition, the
accumulated deficit amounting to $108,574 was reflected as an increase to
Property, Plant & Equipment. This transaction has been recorded by THCR
Holdings.
 
<TABLE>
<S>                                                             <C> <C>
   Fair value of assets acquired ..............................     $1,005,816
   Cash paid for the capital stock and payment to Bankers
    Trust......................................................        (41,181)
   Minority interest of Trump..................................        (30,500)
                                                                    ----------
    Liabilities Assumed........................................     $  934,195
                                                                    ==========
</TABLE>
 
  THCR issued 5,837,700 shares of THCR Common Stock valued at $168,126 and
paid $1,769 in cash in connection with the purchase of Trump's Castle. In
connection with the acquisition, the accumulated deficit amounting to $20,714
was recorded as an increase to Property, Plant & Equipment.
 
<TABLE>
<S>                                                                <C> <C>
   Fair value of assets acquired..................................     $385,951
   Cash paid for the THCR Common Stock............................       (1,769)
                                                                       --------
    Liabilities Assumed...........................................     $384,162
                                                                       ========
</TABLE>
 
  In connection with the purchase of the Specified Parcels in 1996, THCR
issued 500,000 shares of its common stock valued at $10,500 and contributed
the specified parcels to THCR Holdings.
 
  A note receivable from Trump in the amount of $3,167 was forgiven.
 
  During 1996, THCR issued approximately $4,588 in debt in exchange for
accrued interest.
 
                                      F-7
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
                  NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
 
(1) ORGANIZATION AND OPERATIONS
 
  The accompanying consolidated financial statements include those of Trump
Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. ("THCR") a Delaware corporation, and Trump
Hotels & Casino Resorts, Holdings, L.P., a Delaware limited partnership ("THCR
Holdings"), and subsidiaries. THCR Holdings is an entity which is currently
owned approximately 64.4% by THCR as a general partner, and approximately
36.6% by Donald J. Trump ("Trump"), as a limited partner. Trump's limited
partnership interest in THCR Holdings represents his economic interests in the
assets and operations of THCR Holdings. Accordingly, such limited partnership
interest is convertible at Trump's option into 13,918,723 shares of THCR's
common stock, par value $.01 per share (the "THCR Common Stock") (subject to
certain adjustments) representing approximately 36.6% of the outstanding
shares of THCR Common Stock. Accordingly the accompanying consolidated
financial statements include those of THCR and the following THCR Holdings
wholly owned subsidiaries:
 
  . Trump Atlantic City Associates ("Trump AC") and its subsidiaries, Trump
    Plaza Associates ("Plaza Associates"), and Trump Taj Mahal Associates
    ("Taj Associates"). Plaza Associates owns and operates the Trump Plaza
    Hotel and Casino ("Trump Plaza") located in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
    Taj Associates owns and operates the Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort (the
    "Taj Mahal"), located in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
 
  . Trump Indiana, Inc. ("Trump Indiana"). Trump Indiana, which commenced
    operations on June 8, 1996, owns and operates a riverboat gaming
    facility at Buffington Harbor, on Lake Michigan, Indiana.
 
  . Trump's Castle Associates, L.P. ("Castle Associates"). Castle Associates
    owns and operates Trump's Castle Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New
    Jersey.
 
  THCR and THCR Holdings commenced operations on June 12, 1995. THCR and THCR
Holdings have no operations and their ability to service their debt is
dependent on the successful operations of Trump AC, Trump Indiana and Castle
Associates. THCR, through THCR Holdings and its subsidiaries, is the exclusive
vehicle through which Trump engages in new gaming activities in emerging or
established gaming jurisdictions.
 
  All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated
in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
 
  Trump AC was formed in February 1993 for the purpose of raising funds for
Plaza Associates. On June 25, 1993, Trump AC completed the sale of 12,000
Units (the "Units"), each Unit consisting of $5,000 principal amount of 12
1/2% Pay-In-Kind Notes, due 2003 (the "PIK Notes"), and one PIK Note Warrant
(the "PIK Note Warrant") to acquire $1,000 principal amount of PIK Notes.
 
  On June 12, 1995, THCR completed a public offering of 10,000,000 shares of
common stock at $14.00 per share (the "Stock Offering") for gross proceeds of
$140,000,000. Concurrently with the Stock Offering, THCR Holdings, together
with its subsidiary, Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Funding, Inc. ("THCR
Funding") issued 15 1/2% Senior Secured Notes due 2005 (the "Senior Secured
Notes") for gross proceeds of $155,000,000 (the "Note Offering" and, together
with the Stock Offerings, the "1995 Offerings"). From the proceeds of the
Stock Offering, THCR contributed $126,848,000 to THCR Holdings, in exchange
for an approximately 60% general partnership interest in THCR Holdings.
 
  Prior to the 1995 Offerings, Trump was the sole stockholder of THCR and sole
beneficial owner of THCR Holdings. Concurrent with the 1995 Offerings, Trump
contributed to THCR Holdings his 100% beneficial interest in Plaza Associates.
Trump also contributed to THCR Holdings all of his existing interests and
rights to new gaming activities in both emerging and established gaming
jurisdictions, including Trump Indiana but excluding his interests in Taj
Associates and Castle Associates. In exchange for his contributions to THCR
Holdings, Trump received an approximately 40% limited partnership interest in
THCR Holdings.
 
                                      F-8

<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
 
  On April 17, 1996, pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, as amended
(the "Taj Merger Agreement"), between THCR and Taj Mahal Holding Corp. ("Taj
Holding"), each outstanding share of Class A Common Stock of Taj Holding (the
"Taj Holding Class A Common Stock"), which in the aggregate represented 50% of
the economic interest in Taj Associates, was converted into the right to
receive, at each holder's election, either (a) $30 in cash or (b) that number
of shares of THCR Common Stock having a market value equal to $30. Trump held
the remaining 50% interest in Taj Associates and contributed such interest in
Taj Associates to Trump AC in exchange for limited partnership interests in
THCR Holdings. In addition, the outstanding shares of Taj Holding's Class C
Common Stock, all of which were held by Trump, were canceled in connection
with the Taj Merger. The following transactions occurred in connection with
the Taj Merger (collectively referred to as the "Taj Merger Transaction"):
 
    (a) the payment of an aggregate of $31,181,000 in cash and the issuance
  of 323,423 shares of THCR Common Stock to the holders of Taj Holding Class
  A Common Stock pursuant to the Taj Merger Agreement;
 
    (b) the contribution by Trump to Trump AC of all of his direct and
  indirect ownership interests in Taj Associates, and the contribution by
  THCR to Trump AC of all of its indirect ownership interests in Taj
  Associates acquired in the Taj Merger;
 
    (c) the public offerings by (i) THCR of 12,500,000 shares of THCR Common
  Stock (plus 750,000 shares of THCR Common Stock issued in connection with
  the partial exercise of the underwriters' over-allotment option) (the "1996
  Stock Offering") for net proceeds of $386,062,000 and (ii) Trump AC and
  Trump Atlantic City Funding, Inc. ("Trump AC Funding"), of $1,200,000,000
  aggregate principal amount of 11 1/4% First Mortgage Notes due 2006 (the
  "Trump AC Mortgage Notes") (the "1996 Notes Offering" and, together with
  the 1996 Stock Offering, the "1996 Offerings");
 
    (d) the redemption of the outstanding shares of Taj Holding's Class B
  Common Stock, immediately prior to the Taj Merger for $.50 per share in
  accordance with its terms;
 
    (e) the redemption of the outstanding 11.35% Mortgage Bonds, Series A,
  due 1999 of Trump Taj Mahal Funding, Inc. (the "Taj Bonds");
    (f) the retirement of the outstanding 10 7/8% Mortgage Notes due 2001 of
  Trump Plaza Funding, Inc.;
 
    (g) the satisfaction of the indebtedness of Taj Associates under its loan
  agreement with National Westminster Bank USA;
 
    (h) the purchase of certain real property used in the operation of the
  Taj Mahal that was leased from a corporation wholly owned by Trump (the
  "Specified Parcels");
 
    (i) the purchase of certain real property used in the operation of Trump
  Plaza that was leased from an unaffiliated third party;
 
    (j) the payment to Bankers Trust Company ("Bankers Trust") to obtain
  releases of liens and guarantees that Bankers Trust had in connection with
  indebtedness owed by Trump to Bankers Trust; and
 
    (k) the issuance to Trump of warrants (the "Trump Warrants") to purchase
  an aggregate of 1,800,000 shares of THCR Common Stock (i) 600,000 shares of
  which may be purchased on or prior to April 17, 1999, at $30 per share,
  (ii) 600,000 shares of which may be purchased on or prior to April 17,
  2000, at $35 per share, and (iii) 600,000 shares of which may be purchased
  on or prior to April 17, 2001, at $40 per share.
 
  As a result of the contribution by Trump to Trump AC of his ownership
interests in Taj Associates and the contribution by THCR to Trump AC of its
indirect ownership interests in Taj Associates acquired in the Taj Merger,
together with THCR's contribution to THCR Holdings of the proceeds from the
1996 Stock Offerings, Trump's aggregate beneficial equity interest in THCR
Holdings decreased from approximately 40% to
 
                                      F-9
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
approximately 25%, and THCR's aggregate beneficial equity interest in THCR
Holdings increased from approximately 60% to approximately 75%.
 
  The Taj Merger Transaction has been accounted for as a "purchase" for
accounting and reporting purposes and the results of Taj Associates have been
included in the accompanying financial statements since the date of the Taj
Merger. Accordingly, the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of
the net assets acquired ($200,782,000), which was allocated to land
($7,979,000) and building ($192,803,000) based on an appraisal on a pro rata
basis, consists of the following:
 
    (a) $40,500,000 representing the payment of $30.00 for each of the
  1,350,000 shares of Taj Holding Class A Common Stock. Holders of 298,739
  shares of Taj Holding Class A Common Stock elected to receive 323,423
  shares of THCR Common Stock and holders of 1,051,261 shares of Taj Holding
  Class A Common Stock elected to receive $31,181,000 in cash;
 
    (b) $40,500,000, representing the contribution by Trump to Trump AC of
  his ownership interest in 50% of Taj Associates;
 
    (c) $9,900,000 of fees and expenses associated with the Taj Merger
  Transaction;
 
    (d) $108,574,000, representing the negative book value of Taj Associates
  at the date of the Merger Transaction; and
 
    (e) $1,308,000 of closing costs associated with the purchase of the
  Specified Parcels.
 
  In connection with the Taj Merger Transaction, THCR purchased the Specified
Parcels from Trump Taj Mahal Realty Corp., a corporation owned by Trump, and
Taj Associates was released from its guarantee to First Union National Bank
(the "Guarantee"). The aggregate cost of acquiring the Specified Parcels was
$50,600,000 in cash and 500,000 shares of THCR Common Stock valued at
$10,500,000 (an average value of $21.00 per share based on the price of the
THCR Common Stock several days before and after the date of the amended Taj
Merger Agreement). The obligation of Taj Associates which had been accrued
with respect to the Guarantee ($17,923,000) was eliminated. In addition, THCR
exercised the option to purchase a tower adjacent to Trump Plaza's main tower
("Trump Plaza East") for $28,084,000, which amount has been included in land
and building.
 
  On October 7, 1996, THCR Holdings acquired from Trump all of his outstanding
equity interest in Castle Associates pursuant to the terms of the Agreement
dated as of June 24, 1996, as amended (the "Agreement"), by and among THCR,
THCR Holdings, Trump Casinos II, Inc., formerly known as ("TCI-II"), Trump's
Castle Hotel & Casino, Inc. ("TCHI") and Trump.
 
  On October 7, 1996, the closing date of the Castle Acquisition, the
following transactions were effected:
 
    (a) Trump contributed to THCR Holdings his 61.5% equity interest in
  Castle Associates, in consideration of which he received a 9.52854% limited
  partnership interest in THCR Holdings, exchangeable into 3,626,450 shares
  of THCR Common Stock (valuing each share at $28.80 based on the price of
  the THCR Common Stock several days before and after the date of the
  agreement (the "THCR Stock Contribution Value"));
 
    (b) TCI-II contributed to THCR Holdings its 37.5% equity interest in
  Castle Associates, in consideration of which it received a 5.81009% limited
  partnership interest in THCR Holdings, exchangeable into 2,211,250 shares
  of THCR Common Stock (valuing each share at the THCR Stock Contribution
  Value); and
 
    (c) THCR-TCHI Merger Corp., a Delaware corporation and a wholly owned
  subsidiary of THCR Holdings, merged with and into TCHI (holder of 1% equity
  interest in Castle Associates) whereupon (i)
 
                                     F-10
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
  each holder of common stock of TCHI and (ii) each holder of the outstanding
  warrants (the "Castle Warrants") received an aggregate of $1,769,000 in
  cash.
 
  In the aggregate, Trump received a limited partnership interest in THCR
Holdings convertible into 5,837,700 shares of THCR Common Stock. The
contribution by Trump of his equity interests was valued at $168,126,000
(valuing each share at $28.80 based on the price of the THCR Common Stock
several days before and after the date of the Agreement).
 
  The Castle Acquisition has been accounted for as a "purchase" for accounting
and reporting purposes and the results of Castle Associates have been included
in the accompanying financial statements since the date of acquisition.
Accordingly the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the net
assets acquired ($196,109,000), was allocated to land ($38,438,000) and
building ($157,671,000) based on an appraisal on a pro rata basis, and
consisted of the following:
 
    (a) $168,126,000 representing the value assigned to the 5,837,700 shares
  of THCR Common Stock received by Trump for the contribution of his equity
  interests.
 
    (b) $1,769,000 in cash, representing the amounts paid for the shares of
  TCHI Common Stock and outstanding Castle Warrants.
 
    (c) $20,714,000, representing the negative book value of Castle
  Associates at the date of the Acquisition.
 
    (d) $5,500,000 of fees and expenses associated with the Castle
  Acquisition.
 
  As a result of the contribution by Trump to THCR Holdings of his ownership
interests in Castle Associates, Trump's aggregate beneficial equity interest
in THCR Holdings increased from approximately 25% to 36.6% and THCR's
aggregate beneficial equity interest in THCR Holdings decreased from
approximately 75% to approximately 64.4%.
 
  Unaudited pro forma information, assuming that the Taj Merger and the Castle
Acquisition had occurred on January 1, 1996, is as follows:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                  YEAR ENDED
                                                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
                                                               -----------------
   <S>                                                         <C>
   Net revenues...............................................  $1,336,980,000
   Income from operations.....................................     104,625,000
   Loss before extraordinary loss.............................     (87,006,000)
   Extraordinary loss.........................................     (60,732,000)
   Minority Interest..........................................      36,364,000
                                                                --------------
   Net loss...................................................  $ (111,374,000)
                                                                ==============
   Net loss per share.........................................  $        (4.60)
</TABLE>
 
  The pro forma information is presented for informational purposes only and
does not purport to present what the results of operations would have been had
the Taj Merger Transaction and the Castle Acquisition, in fact, occurred on
January 1, 1996 or to project the results of operations for any future period.
 
 
                                     F-11
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
(2) SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
 
 Organization and Basis of Presentation
 
  THCR has no operations, except for its ownership of Plaza Associates, Taj
Associates, Castle Associates and Trump Indiana. Through these entities Trump
Holdings operates luxury casino hotels located in Atlantic City, New Jersey
and a luxury riverboat gaming facility at Buffington Harbor, on Lake Michigan,
Indiana. A substantial portion of THCR's revenues are derived from its gaming
operations and in the past, THCR has targeted the higher-end drive-in slot
customer. Competition in the Atlantic City and Indiana casino markets is
intense and management believes that this competition will continue as more
casinos are opened and new entrants into the gaming industry become
operational.
 
  The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and
disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the
reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
 
 Revenue Recognition
 
  Gaming revenues represent the net win from gaming activities which is the
difference between amounts wagered and amounts won by patrons. Revenue from
hotel and other services are recognized at the time the related service is
performed.
 
  THCR provides an allowance for doubtful accounts arising from casino, hotel
and other services, which is based upon a specific review of certain
outstanding receivables as well as historical collection information. In
determining the amount of the allowance, management is required to make
certain estimates and assumptions regarding the timing and amount of
collection. Actual results could differ from those estimates and assumptions.
 
 Promotional Allowances
 
  The retail value of accommodations, food, beverage and other services
provided to customers without charge is included in gross revenue and deducted
as promotional allowances. The estimated departmental costs of providing such
promotional allowances are included in gaming costs and expenses as follows.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                              FOR THE PERIOD
                                              FROM INCEPTION
                                              (JUNE 12, 1995)
                                                  THROUGH         YEAR ENDED
                                             DECEMBER 31, 1995 DECEMBER 31, 1996
                                             ----------------- -----------------
   <S>                                       <C>               <C>
   Rooms....................................    $ 3,075,000       $16,237,000
   Food and beverage........................     10,301,000        50,662,000
   Other....................................      2,574,000        10,988,000
                                                -----------       -----------
                                                $15,950,000       $77,887,000
                                                ===========       ===========
</TABLE>
 
 Inventories
 
  Inventories of provisions and supplies are carried at the lower of cost
(weighted average) or market.
 
                                     F-12
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
 
 Property and Equipment
 
  Property and equipment is carried at cost and is depreciated on the
straight-line method using rates based on the following estimated useful
lives:
 
<TABLE>
   <S>                                                               <C>
   Buildings and building improvements..............................    40 years
   Vessel...........................................................    15 years
   Furniture, fixtures and equipment................................  3-10 years
   Leasehold improvements........................................... 10-40 years
</TABLE>
 
  Interest associated with borrowings used to finance construction projects
has been capitalized and is being amortized over the estimated useful lives of
the assets. Interest of approximately $529,000 and $459,000 was capitalized in
1995 and 1996, respectively.
 
 Investment in Buffington Harbor Riverboats, L.L.C.
 
  THCR accounts for its investment in the Buffington Harbor Riverboats, L.L.C.
("BHR") (a 50% joint venture between Trump Indiana and the Majestic Star
Casino, L.L.C. ("Barden")) under the equity method of accounting. Trump
Indiana and Barden formed BHR and have entered into an agreement (the "BHR
Agreement") relating to the joint ownership, development and operation of all
common land-based and waterside operations in support of each of Trump
Indiana's and Barden's separate riverboat casinos at Buffington Harbor. Trump
Indiana and Barden are equally responsible for the operating expenses of the
common land-based facilities at the site. There can be no assurance that Trump
Indiana and/or Barden will be able to fund their respective share of future
capital contributions or operating expenses. In accordance with the BHR
Agreement, Trump Indiana and Barden pay berthing and other fees in an amount
to cover the operating expenses of Buffington Harbor. Berthing fees and other
fees paid are included in general and administrative expenses in the
accompanying statement of operations.
 
 Long-Lived Assets
 
  During 1995, THCR adopted the provisions of Statement of Financial
Accounting Standard No. 121 "Accounting for the Impairment of Long-Lived
Assets" ("SFAS No. 121"). SFAS No. 121 requires, among other things, that an
entity review its long-lived assets and certain related intangibles for
impairment whenever changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount
of an asset may not be fully recoverable. Impairment of long-lived assets
exists if, at a minimum, the future expected cash flows (undiscounted and
without interest charges) from an entity's operations are less than the
carrying value of these assets. As a result of its review, THCR does not
believe that any impairment exists in the recoverability of its long-lived
assets.
 
 Income Taxes
 
  Income taxes are recorded in accordance with Statement of Financial
Accounting Standards No. 109, "Accounting for Income Taxes" ("SFAS No. 109").
SFAS No. 109 requires recognition of deferred tax liabilities and assets for
the expected future tax consequences of events that have been included in the
financial statements or tax returns. Under this method, deferred tax
liabilities and assets are determined based on the difference between the
financial statement and the tax basis of assets and liabilities using enacted
tax rates.
 
  The accompanying financial statements do not include a provision for federal
income taxes since (i) Plaza Associates', Taj Associates' and Castle
Associates' income or losses are allocated to the partners and are reportable
for federal income tax purposes by the partners, and (ii) Trump Indiana, which
is a C Corporation, had no taxable income for financial reporting purposes for
the year ended December 31, 1996.
 
 
                                     F-13
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
  Under the New Jersey Casino Control Act (the "Casino Control Act"), Plaza
Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates are required to file a New
Jersey corporation business tax return. No provision (benefit) for state
income taxes has been reflected in the accompanying consolidated financial
statements of THCR Holdings, since for state income tax purposes, available
net operating loss carryforwards have been utilized to offset taxable income,
if any. As of December 31, 1996, Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle
Associates had net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $85,000,000,
$210,000,000 and $205,000,000, respectively, for New Jersey State Income Tax
purposes. The combined net operating loss carryforwards result in a deferred
tax asset of approximately $45,000,000 at December 31, 1996, which has been
offset by a $45,000,000 valuation allowance. No tax benefit has been reflected
in the accompanying financial statements for those losses as utilization of
such carryforwards is not considered more likely than not.
 
 Statements of Cash Flows
 
  For purposes of the statements of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents
include hotel and casino funds, funds on deposit with banks and temporary
investments purchased with a maturity of three months or less.
 
 Loss Per Share
 
  Loss per share is based on the weighted average number of shares of THCR
Common Stock outstanding and common stock equivalents, if dilutive, including
shares and phantom stock units, including shares granted to the President,
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer (see Note 8). The shares
of the THCR Class B Common Stock owned by Trump have no economic interest and
are therefore not considered in the calculation of weighted average shares
outstanding.
 
 Reclassifications
 
  Certain reclassifications have been made to prior year financial statements
to conform to the current year presentation.
 
(3) LONG-TERM DEBT
 
  Long-term debt consists of the following:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                     DECEMBER 31,  DECEMBER 31,
                                                         1995          1996
                                                     ------------ --------------
   <S>                                               <C>          <C>
   Plaza Associates 10 7/8% Mortgage Notes, due
    2001 net of unamortized discount of
    $3,348,000(a)..................................  $326,652,000 $          --
   Trump AC 11 1/4% First Mortgage Notes, due
    2006(b)........................................           --   1,200,000,000
   THCR Holdings 15 1/2% Senior Secured Notes due
    2005(c)........................................   155,000,000    145,000,000
   Castle Associates 11 3/4% Mortgage Notes due
    2003, net of unamortized discount of
    $33,071,000(d).................................           --     209,070,000
   Castle Associates Pay-In-Kind 13 7/8% Notes
    (Castle PIK Notes) due 2005, net of unamortized
    discount of $7,509,000(e)......................           --      63,231,000
   Castle Associates Bank Borrowings(f)............           --      34,833,000
   Castle Associates Senior Notes(g)...............           --      27,000,000
   Mortgage notes payable(h).......................     2,953,000      3,407,000
   Other notes payable(i)..........................    12,767,000     50,240,000
                                                     ------------ --------------
                                                      497,372,000  1,732,781,000
   Less--current maturities........................     2,901,000     19,356,000
                                                     ------------ --------------
                                                     $494,471,000 $1,713,425,000
                                                     ============ ==============
</TABLE>
 
                                     F-14
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
--------
(a) On June 25, 1993 Trump Plaza Funding, Inc. ("Plaza Funding"), a then
    existing subsidiary of Plaza Associates, issued $330,000,000 principal
    amount of 10 7/8% Mortgage Notes, due 2001 (the "Plaza Notes"), net of
    discount of $4,313,000. Net proceeds of the offering were used to redeem
    all of Plaza Funding's outstanding $225,000,000 principal amount of 12%
    Mortgage Bonds, due 2002 and together with other funds, to redeem all of
    Plaza Funding's Stock Units, comprised of $75,000,000 redeemable Preferred
    Stock, to repay $17,500,000 principal amount 9.14% Regency Note due 2003,
    to make a portion of a distribution to Trump to pay certain personal
    indebtedness, and to pay transaction expenses.
 
  On April 17, 1996, the Plaza Notes were redeemed, at a premium with the
  proceeds from the 1996 Offerings (see Note 2). The early redemption of the
  Plaza Notes resulted in an extraordinary loss of approximately $59,132,000.
 
(b) On April 17, 1996 Trump AC together with Trump Atlantic City Funding,
    Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Trump AC, issued the First Mortgage
    Notes in the aggregate principal amount of $1,200,000,000 which bear
    interest at 11.25% and are due May 1, 2006. Interest on the First Mortgage
    Notes is due semiannually on each May 1 and November 1, commencing on
    November 1, 1996. The First Mortgage Notes are jointly and severally
    secured by mortgages representing a first lien and security interest on
    substantially all the assets of Taj Associates and Plaza Associates.
 
  Underwriting costs, legal and accounting fees, printing costs and other
  expenses of $44,200,000 associated with the issuance of the First Mortgage
  Notes are being amortized using the effective interest method over the term
  of the First Mortgage Notes. Amortization is included in interest expense
  in the accompanying statements of operations and totaled $5,052,000 from
  the date of issuance through December 31, 1996.
 
(c) On June 12, 1995, THCR Holdings and THCR Funding issued $155,000,000
    principal amount of Senior Notes. The Senior Notes are redeemable in cash
    at the option of THCR Holdings and THCR Funding, in whole or in part, at
    any time on or after June 15, 2000 at redemption prices as defined and
    mature in 2005. Interest on these notes is payable semiannually in arrears
    on June 15 and December 15 of each year, commencing December 15, 1995, and
    is secured by substantially all for the assets of THCR Holdings. Costs
    associated with the issuance of these notes totaling approximately
    $10,742,000 were deferred and are being amortized using the effective
    interest method over the life of the Senior Notes. Amortization is
    included in interest expense in the accompanying statement of operations
    and totaled $582,000 and $1,074,000 from the date of issuance to December
    31, 1995 and for the year ended December 31, 1996, respectively. During
    1996, THCR Holdings redeemed $10,000,000 of the Senior Notes for
    $11,600,000. This resulted in an extraordinary loss of $1,600,000.
 
(d) The Castle Mortgage Notes bear interest, payable in cash, semiannually, at
    11 3/4% and mature on November 15, 2003. In the event the Castle PIK
    Notes, discussed below, are redeemed prior to November 15, 1998, the
    interest rate on the Mortgage Notes will be reduced to 11 1/2%. The
    Mortgage Notes may be redeemed at Castle Funding's option at a specified
    percentage of the principal amount commencing in 1998. The Castle Mortgage
    Notes are secured by a mortgage on Trump's Castle and substantially all of
    the other assets of Castle Associates. The Mortgage Notes are expressly
    subordinated to the indebtedness described in (g) (the "Senior Notes") and
    the liens of the mortgages securing the Castle Mortgage Notes are
    subordinate to the liens securing the Senior Notes. The terms of the
    Castle Mortgage Notes include limitations on the amount of additional
    indebtedness Castle Associates may incur, distributions of Partnership
    capital, investments, and other business activities.
 
(e) The Castle PIK Notes bear interest, payable at Castle Funding's option, in
    whole or in part in cash and through the issuance of additional Castle PIK
    Notes, semiannually at the rate of 13 7/8% through November 15, 2003.
    After November 15, 2003, interest on the Castle PIK Notes is payable in
    cash at the rate of 13 7/8%. The Castle PIK Notes mature on November 15,
    2005 and may be redeemed at Castle Funding's option at
 
                                     F-15
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
   100% of the principal amount under certain conditions, as defined in the
   PIK Note Indenture, and are required to be redeemed from a specified
   percentage of any equity offering which includes Castle Associates.
   Interest on the Castle PIK Notes has been accrued using the effective
   interest method.
 
  On June 23, 1995, Castle Associates entered into an option agreement with
  Hamilton Partners, L.P. ("Hamilton") which granted Castle Associates an
  option (the "Option") to acquire the Castle PIK Notes owned by Hamilton.
  The Option was granted to Castle Associates in consideration of $1,900,000
  of aggregate payments to Hamilton. The option was exercisable at a price
  equal to 60% of the aggregate principal amount of the Castle PIK Notes
  delivered by Hamilton, with accrued but unpaid interest, plus 100% of the
  Castle PIK Notes issued to Hamilton as interest subsequent to June 23,
  1995. Pursuant to the terms of the Option Agreement, upon the occurrence of
  certain events within 18 months of the time the Option is exercised, Castle
  Associates is required to make an additional payment to Hamilton of up to
  40% of the principal amount of the Castle PIK Notes. On May 21, 1996,
  Castle Associates assigned the Option to THCR Holdings, which, on that same
  date, exercised the Option and acquired approximately 90% of the Castle PIK
  Notes outstanding for approximately $38,700,000, in exchange for which THCR
  Holdings received an aggregate of approximately $59,300,000 of Castle PIK
  Notes.
 
  The terms of the Castle PIK Notes include limitations on the amount of
  additional indebtedness Castle Associates may incur, distributions of
  Partnership capital, investments, and other business activities. The Castle
  PIK Notes are expressly subordinated to the Senior Notes.
 
  THCR Holdings has recorded its investment in Castle Associates PIK Notes at
  cost, plus accrued interest, in the accompanying balance sheet, as THCR
  Holdings investment in the Castle PIK Notes has been pledged as collateral
  to the Senior Notes.
 
(f) Castle Associates has a term loan with a bank (the "Term Loan") with a
    balance of $34,833,000 at December 31, 1996. The Term Loan has a maturity
    date of May 28, 2000, and bears interest at a rate of 3% above the bank's
    prime rate (11.25% at December 31, 1996), but in no event, less than 9%
    per annum. The outstanding principal amount of the Term Loan is being
    repaid at $158,000 per month through the maturity date, at which time the
    balance of $28,500,000 is due. The Term Loan is secured by a mortgage lien
    on Castle Associates that is prior to the lien securing Castle Associates
    Mortgage Notes and the Senior Notes described in (g) below.
 
(g) On December 28, 1993, Castle Funding issued $27,000,000 of Senior Notes.
    Similar to the Mortgage Notes, the Senior Notes are secured by a mortgage
    on Trump's Castle and substantially all of the other assets of Castle
    Associates. The Senior Notes are subordinated to the Term Loan described
    above.
 
  Interest on the Senior Notes is payable semiannually at the rate of 11
  1/2%; however in the event that the PIK Notes are redeemed prior to
  November 15, 1998, the interest rate will be reduced to 11 1/4%.
 
  The Senior Notes mature on November 15, 2000, and are subject to a sinking
  fund, which requires the retirement of 15% of the Senior Notes on each
  November 15, 1998 and 1999.
 
(h) Interest on these notes is payable with interest rates ranging from 10.0%
    to 10.5%. The notes are due at various dates between 1997 and 1998 and are
    secured by real property.
 
(i) Various notes payable, including:
 
  . Trump Indiana $17,500,000 loan payable over 10 years, with a call at the
    lender's option at the end of the fifth year. Interest on this note is
    payable monthly in arrears based on the prime rate plus 1.5% (9.75% at
    December 31, 1996). The Note is secured by the Indiana Riverboat.
 
  . Trump Indiana $14,200,000 note payable in equal monthly installments of
    approximately $461,500, including interest at a rate of 10.5%. The note
    matures on July 1, 1999 and is secured by certain equipment installed on
    the Indiana Riverboat.
 
 
                                     F-16
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
  . Various leases due at various dates between 1997 and 2000, secured by the
    underlying equipment.
 
  The aggregate maturities of long-term debt as of December 31, 1996 are as
follows:
 
<TABLE>
   <S>                                                            <C>
   1997.......................................................... $   19,356,000
   1998..........................................................     20,475,000
   1999..........................................................     14,015,000
   2000..........................................................     31,038,000
   2001..........................................................      1,726,000
   Thereafter....................................................  1,646,171,000
                                                                  --------------
                                                                  $1,732,781,000
                                                                  ==============
</TABLE>
 
  The ability of THCR to repay its long-term debt when due will depend on the
ability of Plaza Associates, Taj Associates, Castle Associates and Trump
Indiana to generate cash from operations sufficient for such purposes or on
the ability of THCR to refinance such indebtedness. Management does not
currently anticipate that cash flow will be sufficient and that repayment of
certain indebtedness will likely depend upon the ability to refinance such
indebtedness. The future operating performance and the ability to refinance
such indebtedness will be subject to the then prevailing economic conditions,
industry conditions and numerous other financial, business and other factors,
many of which are beyond the control of THCR. There can be no assurance that
the future operating performance of Plaza Associates, Taj Associates, Castle
Associates or Trump Indiana will be sufficient to meet these repayment
obligations or that the general state of the economy, the status of the
capital markets generally or the receptiveness of the capital markets to the
gaming industry will be conducive to refinancing or other attempts to raise
capital.
 
  The various debt agreements restrict the ability of THCR Holdings and its
subsidiaries to make distributions or pay dividends unless certain financial
ratios are achieved. In addition, the ability of Plaza Associates, Taj
Associates or Castle Associates to make payments to THCR Holdings may be
restricted by the New Jersey Casino Control Commission ("CCC"). Similarly, the
ability of Trump Indiana to make distributions or pay dividends to THCR
Holdings may be restricted by the Indiana Gaming Commission ("IGC").
 
(4) NON-OPERATING INCOME (EXPENSE)
 
  Non-operating income (expense) in 1995 and 1996 includes $2,045,000 and
$806,000, respectively, of costs associated with Trump Plaza East and Trump
World's Fair (see Note 7), net of miscellaneous non-operating credits.
 
  During 1996, Plaza Associates and Taj Associates each entered into an
agreement with Atlantic Thermal Systems, Inc. ("Atlantic Thermal") pursuant to
which Atlantic Thermal was granted an exclusive license to use, operate and
maintain certain steam and chilled water production facilities located at the
respective properties. In consideration for the license, Atlantic Thermal paid
Plaza Associates and Taj Associates a $10,000,000 and a $5,000,000 non-
refundable license fee. This amount has been included in other non-operating
income in the accompanying financial statements.
 
(5) COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
 
 Leases
 
  Pursuant to the acquisition of Trump World's Fair described in Note 7, Plaza
Associates has entered into an easement agreement with the New Jersey Sports
and Exposition Authority ("NJSEA"). Under the terms of the agreement, Plaza
Associates has an exclusive easement over, in and through portions of the
Atlantic City Convention Center. The easement is for a 25-year term with
annual payments of $2,000,000, adjusted every five years for changes in the
Consumer Price Index.
 
  THCR has entered into leases for certain property (primarily land), office,
warehouse space, certain parking space, and various equipment under operating
leases. Rent expense for the period from inception (June 12, 1995)
 
                                     F-17
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
through December 31, 1995 and for the year ended December 31, 1996 was
$2,751,000 and $8,357,000, respectively, of which $1,275,000 and $2,098,000,
respectively, relates to affiliates.
 
  Future minimum lease payments under the noncancelable commitments as of
December 31, 1996 are as follows:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                        TOTAL
                                                                     -----------
   <S>                                                               <C>
   1997.............................................................  14,121,000
   1998.............................................................   8,136,000
   1999.............................................................   6,154,000
   2000.............................................................   5,029,000
   2001.............................................................   4,892,000
   Thereafter....................................................... 119,812,000
</TABLE>
 
  Certain of these leases contain options to purchase the leased properties at
various prices throughout the leased terms.
 
 Employment Agreements
 
  THCR has entered into employment agreements with certain key employees. As
of December 31, 1996, THCR had approximately $8,927,000 of annual commitments
under employment agreements. These commitments mature at various dates through
1999.
 
  Nicholas L. Ribis ("Ribis"), the President, Chief Executive Officer and
Chief Financial Officer of THCR, entered into a five-year employment agreement
("Agreement") with THCR and THCR Holdings on June 12, 1995. Pursuant to the
revised employment agreement, Ribis shall be employed as the President and
Chief Executive Officer of THCR Holdings and shall receive a base salary of
$1,996,500 annually. In addition, the terms of the employment agreement
provide for up to an aggregate of $2,000,000 in loans to be used by Ribis to
pay his income tax liability in connection with the stock bonus award (see
Note 8), which loan, including interest, will be forgiven in the event of a
change in control, as defined in such employment agreement. As of December 31,
1996, $360,000 was outstanding under the employment agreement.
 
  On December 4, 1996, the THCR Board of Directors approved a $1,400,000
secured loan to Ribis. In connection therewith, Ribis has issued to THCR
Holdings a secured promissory note bearing interest at a fixed rate of 7.75%.
Principal and interest on the promissory note is payable on or prior to the
termination of the Agreement.
 
 CAFRA Agreement
 
  Taj Associates has received a permit under the Coastal Area Facilities
Review Act ("CAFRA") which included a condition (also a condition of Taj
Associates' casino license) that initially required Taj Associates to begin
construction of certain improvements on the Steel Pier by October 1992, which
improvements were to be completed within 18 months of commencement. Taj
Associates initially proposed a concept to improve the Steel Pier, the
estimated cost of which was $30,000,000. Such concept was approved by the New
Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, the agency which administers
CAFRA. In March 1993, Taj Associates obtained a modification of its CAFRA
permit providing for the extension of the required commencement and completion
dates of the improvements to the Steel Pier for one year, which extension has
been renewed annually, based upon an interim use of the Steel Pier for an
amusement park. Taj Associates has received an additional one-year extension
most recently through March 29, 1998.
 
 
                                     F-18
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
 New Jersey Casino License Renewal
 
  The operation of an Atlantic City hotel and casino is subject to significant
regulatory controls which affect virtually all of its operations. Under the
Casino Control Act, Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates are
required to maintain certain licenses. Casino licenses must be renewed
periodically, are not transferable, are dependent on the financial stability
of the licensee and can be revoked at any time.
 
  In June 1995, the CCC renewed Plaza Associates', Taj Associates' and Castle
Associates' licenses to operate Trump Plaza, Trump Taj Mahal and Trump's
Castle. The CCC renewed each casino license for a period of four years through
1999. Upon revocation, suspension for more than 120 days, or failure to renew
a casino license, the Casino Control Act provides for the mandatory
appointment of a conservator to take possession of the hotel and casino's
business and property, subject to all valid liens, claims and encumbrances.
 
 Indiana Gaming Regulations
 
  The ownership and operation of Riverboat gaming operations in Indiana are
subject to strict state regulation under the Riverboat Gambling Act (the
"Act") and the administrative rules promulgated thereunder. In June 1996, the
IGC granted Trump Indiana a riverboat owner's license, which must be renewed
by 2001. The IGC may place restrictions, conditions or requirements on the
permanent riverboat owner's license. An owner's initial license expires five
years after the effective date of the license, and unless the owner's license
is terminated, expires or is revoked, the owner's license may be renewed
annually by the IGC upon satisfaction of certain conditions contained in the
Act. Indiana is a new jurisdiction and the emerging regulatory framework is
not yet complete. The IGC has adopted certain rules and has published others
in proposed or draft form which are proceeding through the review and final
adoption process. The IGC has broad rulemaking power, and it is impossible to
predict what effect, if any, the amendment of existing rules or the
finalization of currently new rules might have on the operations of Trump
Indiana.
 
 Trump Indiana Certificate of Suitability
 
  As a condition to the Certificate of Suitability, Trump Indiana has
committed to invest approximately $153,000,000 in the Indiana Riverboat,
including certain related projects of the City of Gary, Indiana. Failure to
comply with the foregoing conditions and/or failure to commence riverboat
excursions as required by the IGC may result in revocation of the Certificate
of Suitability. There can be no assurance that Trump Indiana will be able to
comply with the terms of the Certificate of Suitability. As part of the
$153,000,000 commitment discussed above, Trump Indiana is obligated to fund
$18,500,000 of specified economic development and infrastructure projects of
the City of Gary. This obligation is being accrued over the five-year license
period and approximately $2,086,000 has been charged to expense during 1996.
To date no payments for the City of Gary projects have been made. As of
December 31, 1996, Trump Indiana has paid $10,000,000 for a surety bond which
guarantees the mandated municipal infrastructure improvements. This amount is
included in other assets in the accompanying December 31, 1996 consolidated
balance sheet.
 
 City of Gary Development Agreement
 
  On September 29, 1995, as amended on October 6, 1995, Trump Indiana entered
into a Memorandum of Understanding with respect to a Development Agreement
entered into with the City of Gary in order to promote the economic
development, urban development and employment of citizens of the City of Gary.
As part of the $153,000,000 Certificate of Suitability investment described
above and in addition to the $18,500,000 off-site development infrastructure
projects described above, Trump Indiana contributed $5,205,000 to the City of
Gary. As of December 31, 1995 and 1996, other assets in the accompanying
consolidated balance sheets include $2,705,000 and $5,205,000, respectively,
of payments made by Trump Indiana under this Memorandum of Understanding.
These costs are being amortized over the five-year license period.
 
 
                                     F-19
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
 Legal Proceedings
 
  THCR and its subsidiaries, certain members of its former Executive
Committee, and certain of its employees, have been involved in various legal
proceedings. In general, THCR has agreed to indemnify such persons against any
and all losses, claims, damages, expenses (including reasonable costs,
disbursements and counsel fees) and liabilities (including amounts paid or
incurred in satisfaction of settlements, judgments, fines, and penalties)
incurred by them in said legal proceedings.
 
  Various legal proceedings are now pending against THCR and its subsidiaries.
THCR considers all such proceedings to be ordinary litigation incident to the
character of its business. THCR believes that the resolution of these claims
will not, individually or in the aggregate, have a material adverse effect on
its financial condition or results of operations.
 
  Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates are also a party to
various administrative proceedings involving allegations that they have
violated certain provisions of the Casino Control Act. Plaza Associates, Taj
Associates and Castle Associates believe that the final outcome of these
proceedings will not, either individually or in the aggregate, have a material
adverse effect on their financial condition, results of operations or on their
ability to otherwise retain or renew any casino or other licenses required
under the Casino Control Act for the operation of the respective properties.
 
  Commencing in early 1994, THCR, through its Indiana counsel, had discussions
with eight Indiana residents regarding the potential purchase by such
residents of 7.5% of the nonvoting stock of Trump Indiana. These residents
have asserted a right to purchase stock in Trump Indiana. THCR does not
believe that these individuals have any rights with respect to the purchase of
the stock of Trump Indiana. Discussions are ongoing with respect to the
resolution of this matter.
 
 Self-Insurance Reserves
 
  Self-insurance reserves represent the estimated amounts of uninsured claims
related to employee health medical costs, workmen's compensation and personal
injury claims that have occurred in the normal course of business. These
reserves are established by management based upon specific review of open
claims, with consideration of incurred but not reported claims as of the
balance sheet date. Actual results may differ from these reserve amounts.
 
 Federal Income Tax Examination
 
  Taj Associates is currently involved in an examination with the Internal
Revenue Service ("IRS") concerning Taj Associates' federal partnership income
tax returns for the tax years 1992 and 1993. While any adjustment which
results from this examination could affect Taj Associates' state income tax
return, Taj Associates does not believe that adjustments, if any, will have a
material adverse effect on its financial condition or results of operations.
 
 Casino Reinvestment Development Authority Obligations
 
  Pursuant to the provisions of the Casino Control Act, Plaza Associates, Taj
Associates and Castle Associates must either obtain investment tax credits (as
defined in the Casino Control Act), in an amount equivalent to 1.25% of its
gross casino revenues, or pay an alternative tax of 2.5% of its gross casino
revenues (as defined in the Casino Control Act). Investment tax credits may be
obtained by making qualified investments or by the purchase of bonds at below
market interest rates from the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority
("CRDA"). Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates intend on
satisfying their obligations primarily by depositing funds and donations of
funds deposited. Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates are
required to make quarterly deposits with the CRDA based on 1.25% of their
gross revenue. For
 
                                     F-20
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
the period from inception (June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995 and for
the year ended December 31, 1996 THCR Holdings, charged to operations $670,000
and $3,577,000, respectively, to give effect to the below market interest
rates associated with CRDA bonds that have either been issued or are expected
to be issued from funds deposited.
 
  In connection with Trump Plaza East (see Note 7), the CRDA has approved the
use of up to $14,135,000 in deposits made by Plaza Associates for site
improvements. At December 31, 1996, THCR Holdings had recorded a receivable
from the CRDA of $7,413,000. In connection therewith, THCR Holdings credited
operations for the period from inception (June 12, 1995) through December 31,
1995 and for the year ended December 31, 1996 $1,737,000 and $464,000,
respectively, resulting from the recapture of valuation allowances previously
taken. While the receivable is fully realizable by THCR Holdings, the amount
of actual reimbursements received, in any one year, are limited to 75% and
50%, respectively, to the amount of funds Plaza Associates has deposited with
the CRDA to cover its Atlantic City non-housing and South Jersey obligations.
Accordingly, THCR Holdings has recorded $3,150,000 as a current receivable and
$4,263,000 as other assets in the accompanying financial statements.
 
 Concentrations of Credit Risk
 
  In accordance with casino industry practice, THCR extends credit to a
limited number of casino patrons, after extensive background checks and
investigations of creditworthiness. At December 31, 1996 approximately 41% of
THCR casino receivables (before allowances) were from customers whose primary
residence is outside the United States with no significant concentration in
any one foreign country.
 
(6) EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
 
  THCR has a retirement savings plan (the "Plan") for its nonunion employees
under Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employees are eligible to
contribute up to 15% of their earnings to the Plan and THCR will match 50% of
the first 4% to 5% of an eligible employee's contributions. In connection with
this Plan, THCR recorded charges of $410,000 and $2,098,000, for the period
from inception (June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995 and for the year
ended December 31, 1996, respectively.
 
  Plaza Associates, Taj Associates and Castle Associates make payments to
various trusteed multiemployer pension plans under industry-wide union
agreements. The payments are based on the hours worked by or gross wages paid
to covered employees. Under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, THCR
may be liable for its share of unfunded liabilities, if any, if the plans are
terminated. Based upon the most recent information, the withdrawal liability
of THCR related to one of the plans' unfunded status approximates $4,671,000.
Pension expense for the period from inception (June 12, 1995) through December
31, 1995 and for the year ended December 31, 1996 was $229,000 and $1,186,000,
respectively.
 
  THCR provides no other material, post-retirement or post-employment
benefits.
 
                                     F-21
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
 
(7) TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
 
  THCR Holdings has engaged in certain transactions with Trump and entities
that are wholly or partially owned by Trump and other related entities.
Amounts receivable from (owed to) at December 31 are as follows:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                            DECEMBER 31,
                                                        ----------------------
                                                          1995        1996
                                                        ---------  -----------
   <S>                                                  <C>        <C>
   Seashore Four(a).................................... $(571,000) $  (571,000)
   Buffington Harbor, L.L.C. (b).......................         0     (807,000)
   Trump Organization(c)...............................    64,000      184,000
   Taj Associates(c)...................................   167,000            0
   Castle Associates(c)................................  (694,000)           0
   Trump Seashore Associates(a)........................   756,000            0
   Other...............................................         0       23,000
                                                        ---------  -----------
   Total............................................... $(278,000) $(1,171,000)
                                                        =========  ===========
</TABLE>
--------
(a) Plaza Associates leases two parcels of land under long-term ground leases
    from Seashore Four Associates and Trump Seashore Associates. For the
    period from inception (June 12, 1995) through December 31, 1995 and for
    the year ended December 31, 1996, THCR Holdings paid $723,000 and
    $1,000,000, respectively, to Seashore Four Associates, and $573,000 and
    $981,000, respectively, to Trump Seashore Associates. Plaza Associates
    purchased the tract from Seashore Four in January 1997 and the tract from
    Seashore Associates in September 1996 for $10,000,000 and $14,500,000,
    respectively.
(b) Trump Indiana and Barden entered into an agreement relating to the
    formation and joint ownership, development and operation of all common
    land-based and waterside operations in support of their separate riverboat
    casinos. At December 31, 1996, Trump Indiana owed a net balance of
    $807,000 relating to its 50% share of expenses.
(c) THCR engages in various transactions with the other Atlantic City
    hotel/casinos and related casino entities owned by Trump. These
    transactions are charged at cost or normal selling price in the case of
    retail items and include utilization of fleet maintenance and limousine
    services, certain shared professional fees, insurance and payroll costs as
    well as complimentary services offered to customers. Since Taj Associates
    and Castle Associates were acquired by THCR in 1996, all intercompany
    balances have been eliminated in consolidation.
 
 Services Agreement
 
  Pursuant to the terms of a services agreement with Trump Plaza Management
Corp. ("TPM"), a corporation beneficially owned by Trump, in consideration for
services provided, Plaza Associates pays TPM each year an annual fee of
$1,000,000 in equal monthly installments, and reimburses TPM on a monthly
basis for all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred by TPM in performing
its obligations under such services agreement, up to certain amounts. Under
such services agreement, Plaza charged approximately $718,000 and $1,000,000
to expense for the period from inception (June 12, 1995) through December 31,
1995 and for the year ended December 31, 1996, respectively.
 
 Trump Management Fee
 
  Castle Associates has a Services Agreement with TCI-II, a corporation wholly
owned by Trump. Pursuant to the terms of the Services Agreement, TCI-II is
obligated to provide Castle Associates from time to time, when reasonably
requested, consulting services on a non-exclusive basis, relating to
marketing, advertising, promotional and other similar and related services
with respect to the business and operations of Castle Associates, including
such other services as the Managing Partner may reasonably request.
 
 
                                     F-22
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
  Pursuant to the Services Agreement, Castle Associates is required to pay an
annual fee in the amount of $1,500,000 to TCI-II for each year in which
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization ("EBITDA"), as
defined, exceeds certain levels. In addition, TCI-II is to receive an
incentive fee equal to 10% of the excess EBITDA over $45,000,000 for such
fiscal year.
 
  During 1996, Castle Associates incurred no fees and expenses under the
Services Agreement. As Castle Associates did not meet the required level of
EBITDA during 1996, the monthly advances to TCI-II related to
the Services Agreement were suspended, and at December 31, 1996, Castle
Associates recorded a receivable in the amount of $1,250,000, which represents
the amounts advanced during the year. This amount is included in other current
assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. The Services Agreement
expires on December 31, 2005.
 
 Partnership Agreement
 
  Under the terms of a Partnership Agreement between Castle Associates and
TCI-II, Castle Associates is required to pay all costs incurred by TCI-II. For
the year ended December 31, 1996, THCR Holdings paid $72,000 of expenses on
behalf of TCI-II which were charged to general and administrative expense in
the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
 
 Executive Agreement
 
  Trump serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors pursuant to an
Executive Agreement entered into between Trump, THCR and THCR Holdings (the
"Executive Agreement"). In consideration for Trump's services under the
Executive Agreement, Trump receives a salary of $1,000,000 per year, payable
in equal monthly installments.
 
 Trump World's Fair
 
  Under an Option Agreement with Chemical Bank ("Chemical"), Trump had an
option to purchase (i) Trump World's Fair (including the land, improvements
and personal property used in the operation of the hotel) and (ii) certain
promissory notes made by Trump and/or certain of his affiliates and payable to
Chemical (the "Chemical Notes") which are secured by certain real estate
assets located in New York, unrelated to Plaza Associates. In connection with
such Option Agreement, Trump assigned his rights to Plaza Associates.
 
  On June 12, 1995, the option to purchase the Trump World's Fair was
exercised. The option price of $60,000,000 was funded with $58,150,000 from
the capital contributed by THCR Holdings (See Note 1), and $1,850,000 of
option payments made by Plaza Associates.
 
 Trump Plaza East
 
  Under an agreement with Midlantic National Bank ("Midlantic"), Trump had (i)
an option to acquire Trump Plaza East and (ii) a lease agreement for Trump
Plaza East, which would expire on June 30, 1998, requiring $260,000 per month
in lease payments. In October 1993, Plaza Associates assumed the lease
agreement from Trump.
 
  Until such time as the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option was exercised or
expired, Plaza Associates was obligated, from and after the date it entered
into the Trump Plaza East Option, to pay the net expenses associated with
Trump Plaza East. During 1995 and for part of 1996, Plaza Associates incurred
approximately $2,340,000 and $1,100,000, respectively, of such expenses of
which $2,045,000 and $348,000, respectively, are included in non-operating
expenses in the accompanying financial statements.
 
 
                                     F-23
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
  In connection with the Taj Merger Transaction described in Note 1, Plaza
Associates exercised its option to acquire Trump Plaza East. The purchase
price of $28,084,000 has been included in land and building in the
accompanying financial statements.
 
 Note Receivable from Trump
 
  Prior to consummation of the June 1995 Offerings, Trump incurred $3,000,000
of expenditures for the development of Trump Indiana and other gaming
ventures. Concurrently with the June 1995 Offerings, THCR Holdings loaned
Trump $3,000,000 and Trump issued to THCR Holdings a five-year promissory note
(the "Trump Note") bearing interest at a fixed rate of 10% per annum, payable
annually. The Trump Note would be automatically canceled in the event that, at
any time during the period defined in the Trump Note, the THCR Common Stock
traded at a price per share equal to or greater than the prices set forth in
the Trump Note (subject to adjustment in certain circumstances). The Trump
Note was canceled on March 27, 1996 in accordance with its terms.
 
(8) STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN
 
  In connection with the June 1995 Offerings, the Board of Directors of THCR
(the "Board of Directors") adopted the 1995 Stock Incentive Plan (the "1995
Stock Plan"). Pursuant to the 1995 Stock Plan, directors, employees and
consultants of THCR and certain of its subsidiaries and affiliates who have
been selected as participants are eligible to receive awards of various forms
of equity-based incentive compensation, including stock options, stock
appreciation rights, stock bonuses, restricted stock awards, performance units
and phantom stock, and awards consisting of combinations of such incentives.
The 1995 Stock Plan is administered by a committee appointed by the Board of
Directors (the "Stock Incentive Plan Committee").
 
  Options granted under the 1995 Stock Plan may be incentive stock options
("ISOs"), within the meaning of Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code of
1986, as amended (the "Code"), or nonqualified stock options ("NQSOs"). The
vesting, exercisability and exercise price of the options are determined by
the Stock Incentive Plan Committee when the options are granted, subject to a
minimum price, in the case of ISOs, of the Fair Market Value (as defined in
the 1995 Stock Plan) of THCR Common Stock on the date of the grant and a
minimum price, in the case of NQSOs, of the par value of the THCR Common
Stock.
 
  The 1995 Stock Plan permits the Stock Incentive Plan Committee to grant
stock appreciation rights ("SARs") either alone or in connection with an
option. An SAR granted as an alternative or a supplement to a related stock
option will entitle its holder to be paid an amount equal to the fair market
value of THCR Common Stock subject to the SAR on the date of exercise of the
SAR, less the exercise price of the related stock option or such other price
as the Stock Incentive Plan Committee may determine at the time of the grant
of the SAR (which may not be less than the lowest price which the Stock
Incentive Plan Committee may determine under the 1995 Stock Plan for such
stock option).
 
  The 1995 Stock Plan also provides that phantom stock and performance unit
awards may be settled in cash, at the discretion of the Stock Incentive Plan
Committee and if indicated the applicable award agreement, on each date on
which the shares of THCR Common Stock covered by the awards would otherwise
have been delivered or become restricted, in an amount equal to the fair
market value of the shares on such date.
 
  Subject to adjustment in the event of changes in the outstanding stock or
the capital structure of THCR, THCR has reserved 1,000,000 shares of THCR
Common Stock for issuance under the 1995 Stock Plan.
 
  In connection with the June 1995 Offerings, the Stock Incentive Plan
Committee granted to the President, Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer of THCR a stock bonus award of 66,667 shares of THCR
 
                                     F-24
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
Common Stock under the 1995 Stock Plan, which was fully vested upon issuance.
Compensation expense of approximately $934,000 associated with the stock bonus
award is reflected in the accompanying 1995 statement of operations of THCR. A
phantom stock unit award was also issued to the President, Chief Executive
Officer and Chief Financial Officer of THCR. This award entitles the
President, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of THCR to
receive 66,667 shares of THCR Common Stock two years following such award,
subject to certain conditions. The compensation expense associated with the
phantom stock award is approximately $934,000. This amount is being amortized
over the two-year vesting period and was approximately $273,000 and $467,000,
respectively, for the period from inception to December 31, 1995 and for the
year ended December 31, 1996. The President, Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Office of THCR also received an award of NQSOs for the purchase of
133,333 shares of THCR Common Stock, subject to certain conditions (including
a vesting rate of 20% per year over a five-year period). The options have an
exercise price of $14.00 per share. As of December 31, 1996, 26,667 options
were exercisable under this grant.
 
  In December 1996, THCR granted certain employees 668,000 options to purchase
THCR Common Stock at a price of $14.00 per share. The options will vest and
become exercisable on the earlier of five years after the date of grant, or a
change of control, as defined, occurs. The options expire 10 years after the
date of issuance.
 
  Effective January 1, 1996, THCR adopted the provisions of Statement No. 123,
Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation. As permitted by the Statement, THCR
has chosen to continue to account for stock-based compensation using the
intrinsic value method. Accordingly, no compensation expense has been
recognized for its stock-based compensation plans other than for awards
described above. Had the fair value method of accounting been applied to the
THCR's stock option plans, which requires recognition of compensation cost
ratably over the vesting period of the underlying equity instruments, net loss
would have been increased by $154,000 or $(.02) per share in 1995 and
$1,079,000 and $(.05) per share in 1996. This pro forma impact only takes into
account options granted since the date of inception, June 12, 1995, and is
likely to increase in future years as additional options are granted and
amortized ratably over the vesting period. The average fair value of options
granted during 1995 and 1996 was $5.76 and $6.93, respectively. The fair value
was estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model based on the
weighted average market price at grant date of $14.00 in 1995 and $12.75 in
1996 and the following weighed average assumptions: risk-free interest rate of
6.07% for 1995 and 6.41% for 1996, expected life of 5 years and 7 years for
1995 and 1996, and dividend yield of 0% for 1995 and 1996.
 
(9) FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
 
  The carrying amount of the following financial instruments approximates fair
value, as follows: (a) cash and cash equivalents, accrued interest receivables
and payables are based on the short-term nature of these financial instruments
and (b) CRDA bonds and deposits are based on the allowances to give effect to
the below market interest rates.
 
  The estimated fair values of other financial instruments are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                        DECEMBER 31, 1996
                                                  ------------------------------
                                                  CARRYING AMOUNT   FAIR VALUE
                                                  --------------- --------------
   <S>                                            <C>             <C>
   11 1/4% First Mortgage Notes.................. $1,200,000,000  $1,188,000,000
   15 1/2% Senior Secured Notes..................    145,000,000     165,662,500
   11 3/4% Castle Associates Notes...............    209,070,000     213,084,000
   13 7/8% Castle Associates Pay-In-Kind Notes...     63,231,000      65,169,000
</TABLE>
 
  The fair values of the above instruments are based on quoted market prices
as of December 31, 1996.
 
 
                                     F-25
<PAGE>
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
                               DECEMBER 31, 1996
  There are no quoted market prices for bank borrowings, Castle Associates
Senior Notes, Mortgage Notes payable and other notes payable and a reasonable
estimate could not be made without incurring excessive costs.
 
(10) SUBSEQUENT EVENT
 
 Repurchase Program
 
  On January 6, 1997, the THCR Board of Directors authorized the repurchase by
THCR Holdings of up to 1,250,000 shares of THCR's Common Stock, from time to
time in the open market or privately negotiated transactions. On March 10,
1997, the THCR Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to an
additional 1,250,000 shares of THCR Common Stock. The repurchase program is
effective until the end of 1997. As of March 20, 1997, THCR Holdings has
repurchased 1,250,000 shares of THCR Common Stock.
 
                                     F-26
<PAGE>
 
                   REPORT OF INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
 
To Trump Atlantic City Associates and
 Trump Plaza Associates:
 
  We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Trump
Atlantic City Associates (a New Jersey general partnership) and Trump Plaza
Associates (a New Jersey general partnership) as of December 31, 1994 and June
12, 1995, and the related consolidated statements of operations, capital
(deficit) and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended
December 31, 1994 and for the period from January 1, 1995 through June 12,
1995. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the
management of Trump Atlantic City Associates and Trump Plaza Associates. Our
responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on
our audits.
 
  We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of
material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence
supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit
also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial
statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis
for our opinion.
 
  In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly,
in all material respects, the financial position of Trump Atlantic City
Associates and Trump Plaza Associates as of December 31, 1994 and June 12,
1995, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the
two years in the period ended December 31, 1994 and for the period from
January 1, 1995 through June 12, 1995, in conformity with generally accepted
accounting principles.
 
 
                                           Arthur Andersen LLP
 
Roseland, New Jersey
February 21, 1996
 
                                     F-27
<PAGE>
 
           TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
                          CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
                      DECEMBER 31, 1994 AND JUNE 12, 1995
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                  DECEMBER 31,     JUNE 12,
                                                      1994           1995
                     ASSETS                       -------------  -------------
<S>                                               <C>            <C>
Current Assets:
  Cash and cash equivalents...................... $  11,144,000  $  28,125,000
  Trade receivables, net of allowances for
   doubtful accounts of $8,493,000 and
   $8,490,000, respectively......................     6,685,000      7,295,000
  Accounts receivable, other.....................       112,000            --
  Inventories....................................     2,477,000      3,424,000
  Prepaid expenses and other current assets......     4,280,000      4,419,000
  Due from affiliates, net (Note 8)..............           --          89,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Total current assets.........................    24,698,000     43,352,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
Property and Equipment (Notes 4, 6 and 8):
  Land and land improvements.....................    36,463,000     36,462,000
  Buildings and building improvements............   297,573,000    299,483,000
  Furniture, fixtures and equipment..............    84,709,000     84,989,000
  Leasehold improvements.........................     2,404,000      2,404,000
  Construction in progress.......................    14,864,000     21,263,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
                                                    436,013,000    444,601,000
  Less--Accumulated depreciation and amortiza-
   tion..........................................  (137,659,000)  (143,285,000)
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Net property and equipment...................   298,354,000    301,316,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
Land Rights, net of accumulated amortization of
 $3,780,000 and $3,945,000, respectively.........    29,688,000     29,524,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
Other Assets:
  Deferred bond issuance costs, net of
   accumulated amortization of $3,270,000 and
   $5,827,000, respectively (Note 3).............    14,125,000     12,105,000
  Other Assets...................................     8,778,000      7,788,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Total other assets...........................    22,903,000     19,893,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Total assets................................. $ 375,643,000  $ 394,085,000
                                                  =============  =============
             LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL
Current Liabilities:
  Current maturities of long-term debt (Note 3).. $   2,969,000  $  87,797,000
  Accounts payable...............................     9,156,000      9,303,000
  Accrued payroll................................     4,026,000      3,998,000
  Self insurance reserves (Note 6)...............     4,039,000      4,041,000
  Accrued interest payable (Note 3)..............     1,871,000     22,032,000
  Other accrued expenses.........................     7,693,000      5,253,000
  Other current liabilities......................     1,868,000      1,112,000
  Due to affiliates, net (Note 8)................       206,000            --
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Total current liabilities....................    31,828,000    133,536,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
Non-Current Liabilities:
  Long-term debt, net of discount and current ma-
   turities (Note 3).............................   403,214,000    331,142,000
  Distribution payable to Trump Plaza Funding,
   Inc...........................................     3,822,000      3,822,000
  Deferred state income taxes....................       359,000        198,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Total non-current liabilities................   407,395,000    335,162,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Total liabilities............................   439,223,000    468,698,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
Commitments and Contingencies (Notes 4 and 6)....           --             --
Capital (Deficit):
  Partner's Deficit..............................   (78,772,000)   (78,772,000)
  Retained Earnings..............................    15,192,000      4,159,000
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Total Capital (Deficit)......................   (63,580,000)   (74,613,000)
                                                  -------------  -------------
    Total liabilities and capital................ $ 375,643,000  $ 394,085,000
                                                  =============  =============
</TABLE>
  The accompanying notes to financial statements are an integral part of these
                       consolidated financial statements.
 
                                      F-28
<PAGE>
 
           TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
                     CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
 FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993 AND 1994 AND FOR THE PERIOD FROM JANUARY
                         1, 1995 THROUGH JUNE 12, 1995
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                         FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31,       FOR THE PERIOD
                         ----------------------------------  FROM JANUARY 1, 1995
                               1993              1994        THROUGH JUNE 12, 1995
                         ----------------  ----------------  ---------------------
<S>                      <C>               <C>               <C>
Revenues:
  Gaming................     $264,081,000      $261,451,000      $122,865,000
  Rooms.................       18,324,000        18,312,000         7,676,000
  Food and Beverage.....       41,941,000        40,149,000        18,537,000
  Other.................        8,938,000         8,408,000         3,310,000
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
    Gross Revenues......      333,284,000       328,320,000       152,388,000
  Less--Promotional
   allowances...........       32,793,000        33,257,000        14,540,000
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
    Net Revenues........      300,491,000       295,063,000       137,848,000
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
Costs and expenses:
  Gaming................      136,895,000       139,540,000        69,467,000
  Rooms.................        2,831,000         2,715,000           958,000
  Food and Beverage.....       18,093,000        17,050,000         7,128,000
  General and
   Administrative.......       71,624,000        73,075,000        30,081,000
  Depreciation and
   Amortization.........       17,554,000        15,653,000         6,999,000
  Other.................        3,854,000         3,615,000         1,397,000
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
                              250,851,000       251,648,000       116,030,000
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
    Income from
     operations.........       49,640,000        43,415,000        21,818,000
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
Non-operating income
 (expense):
  Interest income.......          546,000           842,000           403,000
  Interest expense (Note
   3)...................      (40,435,000)      (49,061,000)      (22,516,000)
  Other non-operating
   expense (Note 5).....       (3,873,000)       (4,931,000)       (1,649,000)
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
    Non-operating
     expense, net.......      (43,762,000)      (53,150,000)      (23,762,000)
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
    Income (loss) before
     state income taxes
     and extraordinary
     items..............        5,878,000        (9,735,000)       (1,944,000)
Provision (benefit) for
 state income taxes.....          660,000          (865,000)         (161,000)
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
Income (loss) before
 extraordinary items....        5,218,000        (8,870,000)       (1,783,000)
Extraordinary gain
 (loss) (Note 5)........        4,120,000               --         (9,250,000)
                         ----------------  ----------------      ------------
Net income (loss)....... $      9,338,000  $     (8,870,000)     $(11,033,000)
                         ================  ================      ============
</TABLE>
 
  The accompanying notes to financial statements are an integral part of these
                       consolidated financial statements.
 
                                      F-29
<PAGE>
 
           TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
                  CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CAPITAL (DEFICIT)
                 FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993 AND 1994
         AND FOR THE PERIOD FROM JANUARY 1, 1995 THROUGH JUNE 12, 1995
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                       PARTNERS'      RETAINED
                                        CAPITAL       EARNINGS       TOTAL
                                      ------------  ------------  ------------
<S>                                   <C>           <C>           <C>
Balance, December 31, 1992..........  $ (3,362,000) $ 14,724,000  $ 11,362,000
Net Income..........................           --      9,338,000     9,338,000
Preferred Trump Plaza Associates In-
 terest Distribution................    (6,317,000)          --     (6,317,000)
Distribution to Donald J. Trump to
 repay certain personal
 indebtedness.......................   (52,500,000)          --    (52,500,000)
Distribution to Donald J. Trump to
 redeem Trump Plaza Funding, Inc.
 Preferred Stock Units..............   (35,000,000)          --    (35,000,000)
Conversion of Preferred Trump Plaza
 Associates Interest into General
 Trump Plaza Associates Interest....    18,407,000           --     18,407,000
                                      ------------  ------------  ------------
Balance, December 31, 1993..........   (78,772,000)   24,062,000   (54,710,000)
Net Loss............................           --     (8,870,000)   (8,870,000)
                                      ------------  ------------  ------------
Balance, December 31, 1994..........  $(78,772,000) $ 15,192,000  $(63,580,000)
Net Loss............................           --    (11,033,000)  (11,033,000)
                                      ------------  ------------  ------------
Balance, June 12, 1995..............  $(78,772,000) $  4,159,000  $(74,613,000)
                                      ============  ============  ============
</TABLE>
 
 
 
 
  The accompanying notes to financial statements are an integral part of these
                       consolidated financial statements.
 
                                      F-30
<PAGE>
 
           TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
                     CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
                 FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993 AND 1994
         AND FOR THE PERIOD FROM JANUARY 1, 1995 THROUGH JUNE 12, 1995
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                  FOR THE PERIOD
                                        FOR THE YEARS ENDED            FROM
                                            DECEMBER 31,          JANUARY 1, 1995
                                     ---------------------------      THROUGH
                                         1993           1994       JUNE 12, 1995
                                     -------------  ------------  ---------------
<S>                                  <C>            <C>           <C>
Cash flow from operating
 activities:
Net Income (loss)..................  $   9,338,000  $ (8,870,000)  $(11,033,000)
Adjustments to reconcile net income
 (loss) to net cash flows provided
 by operating activities:
  Noncash charges:
   Extraordinary loss (gain).......     (4,120,000)          --       9,250,000
   Depreciation and amortization...     17,544,000    15,653,000      6,999,000
   Accretion of discount on
    indebtedness...................        862,000     1,916,000        894,000
   Provision for losses on
    receivables....................         90,000       396,000        498,000
   Deferred state income taxes.....        729,000      (865,000)      (161,000)
   Utilization of CRDA credits and
    donations......................            --      1,062,000        127,000
   Valuation allowance of CRDA
    investments....................      1,047,000       394,000         67,000
                                     -------------  ------------   ------------
                                        25,500,000     9,686,000      6,641,000
   Decrease (increase) in
    receivables....................        823,000      (236,000)      (996,000)
   Decrease (increase) in
    inventories....................       (498,000)      (91,000)       233,000
   Increase in prepaid expenses and
    other current assets...........       (199,000)   (1,385,000)      (139,000)
   (Increase) decrease in other
    assets.........................      2,530,000     1,504,000       (744,000)
   Increase (decrease) in amounts
    due to (from) affiliates.......        188,000       109,000       (295,000)
   Increase (decrease) in accounts
    payable, accrued expenses and
    other current liabilities......     (6,524,000)   10,464,000     18,058,000
   Decrease in distribution payable
    to Trump Plaza Funding, Inc....            --       (101,000)           --
                                     -------------  ------------   ------------
   Net cash flows provided by
    operating activities...........  $  21,820,000  $ 19,950,000   $ 22,758,000
                                     -------------  ------------   ------------
Cash flows from investing
 activities:
  Purchases of property and
   equipment.......................  $ (10,052,000) $(20,489,000)  $ (7,364,000)
  Purchases of CRDA investments....     (2,823,000)   (2,525,000)           --
  Cash refund of CRDA deposits.....        196,000     1,323,000            --
  Investment in TPA/THCR...........            --            --             --
                                     -------------  ------------   ------------
  Net cash flows used in investing
   activities......................    (12,679,000)  (21,691,000)    (7,364,000)
                                     -------------  ------------   ------------
Cash flows from financing
 activities:
  Deferred financing costs.........    (17,342,000)          --             --
  Distributions to Donald J. Trump.    (87,500,000)          --             --
  Distributions to Trump Plaza
   Funding, Inc. ..................    (40,000,000)          --             --
  Preferred Trump Plaza Associates
   Interest Distribution...........     (6,282,000)          --             --
  Borrowings.......................    386,147,000       375,000      1,928,000
  Payments and current maturities
   of long-term debt...............   (248,573,000)   (1,883,000)      (341,000)
                                     -------------  ------------   ------------
  Net cash flows used in financing
   activities......................    (13,550,000)   (1,508,000)     1,587,000
                                     -------------  ------------   ------------
    Net increase (decrease) in cash
     and cash equivalents..........     (4,409,000)   (3,249,000)    16,981,000
Cash and cash equivalents at
 beginning of year.................     18,802,000    14,393,000     11,144,000
                                     -------------  ------------   ------------
Cash and cash equivalents at end of
 year..............................  $  14,393,000  $ 11,144,000   $ 28,125,000
                                     =============  ============   ============
</TABLE>
 
  The accompanying notes to financial statements are an integral part of these
                       consolidated financial statements.
 
                                      F-31
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
                  NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
 
(1) ORGANIZATION
 
  The accompanying financial statements include those of Trump Atlantic City
Associates ("Trump AC"), a New Jersey general partnership (formerly Trump
Plaza Holding Associates), and its 99% owned subsidiary, Trump Plaza
Associates ("Plaza Associates"), a New Jersey general partnership, which owns
and operates Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino ("Trump Plaza") located in Atlantic
City, New Jersey. Trump Plaza Funding, Inc. ("Plaza Funding"), a New Jersey
corporation, owns the remaining 1% interest in Plaza Associates. Trump AC's
sole source of liquidity is distributions in respect of its interest in Plaza
Associates.
 
  All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated
in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. The minority interest
in Plaza Associates has not been separately reflected in the consolidated
financial statements of Trump AC since it is not material.
 
  Plaza Funding was incorporated on March 14, 1986 and was originally formed
solely to raise funds through the issuance and sale of its debt securities for
the benefit of Plaza Associates. As part of a Prepackaged Plan of
Reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code consummated on
May 29, 1992, Plaza Funding became a partner of Plaza Associates and issued
approximately three million stock units, each comprised of one share of
Preferred Stock and one share of Common Stock of Plaza Funding. On June 25,
1993, the stock units were redeemed with a portion of the proceeds of Plaza
Funding's 10 7/8% First Mortgage Notes due 2001 (the "Plaza Notes") as well as
Trump AC's stock units.
 
  Trump AC was formed in February 1993 for the purpose of raising funds for
Plaza Associates. On June 25, 1993, Trump AC completed the sale of 12,000
Units (the "Units"), each Unit consisting of $5,000 principal amount of 12
1/2% Pay-In-Kind Notes, due 2003 (the "PIK Notes"), and one PIK Note Warrant
(the "PIK Note Warrants") to acquire $1,000 principal amount of PIK Notes. The
PIK Notes and the PIK Note Warrants are separately transferable. Trump AC has
no other assets or business other than its 99% equity interest in Plaza
Associates.
 
  Plaza Associates was organized in June 1982. Prior to the date of the
consummation of the Offerings (as defined), Plaza Associates' three partners
were TP/GP Inc. ("Trump Plaza/GP"), the managing general partner of Plaza
Associates, Plaza Funding and Donald J. Trump ("Trump"). On June 25, 1993,
Trump contributed his interest in Trump Plaza/GP to Plaza Funding and Trump
Plaza/GP merged with and into Plaza Funding. Plaza Funding then became the
managing general partner of Plaza Associates. In addition, Trump contributed
his interest in Plaza Associates to Trump AC, and Plaza Funding and Trump AC,
each of which are wholly owned by Trump, became the sole partners of Plaza
Associates.
 
  On June 12, 1995, Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc., ("THCR"), completed a
public offering of 10,000,000 shares of common stock at $14.00 per share (the
"Stock Offering") for gross proceeds of $140,000,000. Concurrently with the
Stock Offering, Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. ("THCR
Holdings"), a 60% subsidiary of THCR, together with its subsidiary, Trump
Hotels & Casino Resorts Funding, Inc. ("THCR Funding"), issued 15 1/2% Senior
Secured Notes (the "Senior Secured Notes") for gross proceeds of $155,000,000
(the "Note Offering" and, together with the Stock Offerings, the "1995
Offerings"). From the proceeds from the Stock Offering, THCR contributed
$126,848,000 to THCR Holdings. THCR Holdings subsequently contributed
$172,859,000 to Trump Atlantic City.
 
  Prior to the 1995 Offerings, Trump was the sole stockholder of THCR and sole
beneficial owner of THCR Holdings. Concurrent with the 1995 Offerings, Trump
contributed to THCR Holdings all of his beneficial interest in Plaza
Associates (consisting of all of the outstanding capital stock of Plaza
Funding, a 99% equity interest in Trump Atlantic City and all of the
outstanding capital stock of Trump Plaza Holding Inc. which owns the remaining
1% equity interest in Trump Atlantic City). Trump also contributed to THCR
Holdings all of his
 
                                     F-32
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
existing interest and rights to new gaming activities in both emerging and
established gaming jurisdictions, including Trump Indiana but excluding his
interests in the Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort (the "Taj Mahal") and Trump's
Castle Casino Resort.
 
(2) SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
 
 ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION
 
  Plaza Associates operates a luxury casino hotel, Trump Plaza Hotel and
Casino ("Trump Plaza"), located on The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, which
provides high quality amenities and services to its casino patrons and hotel
guests. A substantial portion of Trump Plaza's revenues are derived from its
gaming operations and in the past Trump Plaza has targeted the higher-end
drive-in slot customer. Competition in the Atlantic City casino total market
is intense and management believes that this competition will continue as more
casinos are opened and new entrants into the gaming industry become
operational.
 
  The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and
disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the
reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
 
 REVENUE RECOGNITION
 
  Gaming revenues represent the net win from gaming activities which is the
difference between amounts wagered and amounts won by patrons. Revenues from
hotel and other services are recognized at the time the related service is
performed.
 
  Plaza Associates provides an allowance for doubtful accounts arising from
casino, hotel and other services, which is based upon a specific review of
certain outstanding receivables as well as historical collection information.
In determining the amount of the allowance, management is required to make
certain estimates and assumptions regarding the timing and amount of
collection. Actual results could differ from those estimates and assumptions.
 
 PROMOTIONAL ALLOWANCES
 
  The retail value of accommodations, food, beverage and other services
provided to customers without charge is included in gross revenue and deducted
as promotional allowances. The estimated departmental costs of providing such
promotional allowances are included in gaming costs and expenses as follows:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                           YEAR ENDED    FOR THE PERIOD FROM
                                          DECEMBER 31,     JANUARY 1, 1995
                                         ---------------       THROUGH
                                          1993    1994      JUNE 12, 1995
                                         ------- ------- -------------------
                                                     (IN THOUSANDS)
      <S>                                <C>     <C>     <C>                 <C>
      Rooms............................. $ 4,190 $ 4,311       $ 1,761
      Food and Beverage.................  14,726  15,373         6,866
      Other.............................   3,688   4,169         1,502
                                         ------- -------       -------
                                         $22,604 $23,853       $10,129
                                         ======= =======       =======
</TABLE>
 
  During 1994, certain Progressive Slot Jackpot Programs were discontinued
which resulted in $585,000 of related accruals being taken into income.
 
                                     F-33
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
 INVENTORIES
 
  Inventories of provisions and supplies are carried at the lower of cost
(weighted average) or market.
 
 PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
 
  Property and equipment is carried at cost and is depreciated on the
straight-line method using rates based on the following estimated useful
lives:
 
<TABLE>
      <S>                                                            <C>
      Buildings and building improvements...........................    40 years
      Furniture, fixtures and equipment.............................  3-10 years
      Leasehold improvements........................................ 10-40 years
</TABLE>
 
  Interest associated with borrowings used to finance construction projects
has been capitalized and is being amortized over the estimated useful lives of
the assets.
 
 LAND RIGHTS
 
  Land rights represent the fair value of such rights at the time of
contribution to Plaza Associates by the Trump Plaza Corporation, an affiliate
of Plaza Associates. These rights are being amortized over the period of the
underlying operating leases which extend through 2078.
 
 LONG LIVED ASSETS
 
  During 1995, Plaza Associates adopted the provisions of Statement of
Financial Accounting Standard No. 121 "Accounting for the Impairment of Long-
Lived Assets" ("SFAS"). SFAS 121 requires, among other things, that an entity
review its long-lived assets and certain related intangibles for impairment
whenever changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an
asset may not be fully recoverable. Impairment of long-lived assets exists,
if, at a minimum the future expected cash flows (undiscounted and without
interest charges) from an entity's operations are less than the carrying value
of these assets. As a result of its review, Plaza Associates does not believe
that any impairment exists in the recoverability of its long-lived assets.
 
 INCOME TAXES
 
  Plaza Funding, Trump AC's and Plaza Associates adopted Statement of
Financial Accounting Standards No. 109, "Accounting for Income Taxes" ("SFAS
No. 109"), effective January 1, 1993. Adoption of this new standard did not
have a significant impact on the respective statements of financial condition
or results of operations. SFAS No. 109 requires recognition of deferred tax
liabilities and assets for the expected future tax consequences of events that
have been included in the financial statements or tax returns. Under this
method deferred tax liabilities and assets are determined based on the
difference between the financial statement and the tax basis of assets and
liabilities using enacted tax rates in effect for the year in which the
differences are expected to reverse.
 
  The accompanying consolidated financial statements of Trump AC and Plaza
Associates do not include a provision for federal income taxes since any
income or losses allocated to its partners are reportable for federal income
tax purposes by the partners.
 
  Under the New Jersey Casino Control Act (the "Casino Control Act"), Plaza
Associates is required to file a New Jersey corporation business tax return.
As of June 12, 1995, Trump AC and Plaza Associates had state tax net operating
loss carryforwards of approximately $32,800,000 which are available to offset
future state taxable income. Such carryforwards expire from 1997 to 2001. The
net operating loss carryforwards result in a
 
                                     F-34
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
deferred tax asset of $2,900,000 which has been offset by a valuation
allowance of $2,900,000 as utilization of such carryforwards is not considered
to be more likely than not.
 
  Plaza Associates' deferred state income taxes result primarily from
differences in the timing of reporting depreciation for tax and financial
statement purposes.
 
 STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
 
  For purposes of the statements of cash flows, Plaza Funding, Trump AC and
Plaza Associates consider all highly liquid debt instruments purchased with a
maturity of three months or less at time of acquisition to be cash
equivalents. The following supplemental disclosures are made to the statements
of cash flows.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                             FOR THE PERIOD FROM
                           FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31,    JANUARY 1, 1995
                           ---------------------------------       THROUGH
                                 1993             1994          JUNE 12, 1995
                           ---------------- ---------------- -------------------
<S>                        <C>              <C>              <C>
Cash paid during the year
 for interest............  $     41,118,000 $     36,538,000      $265,000
                           ================ ================      ========
Cash paid for state and
 Federal income taxes....  $         81,000 $            --       $    --
                           ================ ================      ========
Issuance of debt in ex-
 change for accrued in-
 terest..................  $      3,562,000 $      8,194,000      $    --
                           ================ ================      ========
</TABLE>
 
 RECLASSIFICATIONS
 
  Certain reclassifications have been made to prior year financial statements
to conform to the current year presentation.
 
(3) LONG-TERM DEBT
 
  Long-term debt consists of the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                DECEMBER 31, 1994 JUNE 12, 1995
                                                ----------------- -------------
<S>                                             <C>               <C>
  Plaza Associates Note (10 7/8% Mortgage
   Notes, due 2001 net
   of unamortized discount of $3,766,000 and
   $3,597,000,
   respectively) (A)...........................   $326,234,000    $326,403,000
  Mortgage notes payable (C)...................      5,494,000       5,289,000
  Other notes payable..........................        468,000       3,501,000
  PIK Notes (12 1/2% Notes, due 2003 net of
   discount of $9,769,000 at December 31, 1994)
   (B).........................................     73,987,000      83,746,000
                                                  ------------    ------------
                                                   406,183,000     418,939,000
  Less--Current maturities.....................      2,969,000      87,797,000
                                                  ------------    ------------
                                                  $403,214,000    $331,142,000
                                                  ============    ============
</TABLE>
---------------------
(A) On June 25, 1993 Plaza Funding issued $330,000,000 principal amount of 10
    7/8% Mortgage Notes, due 2001 (the "Plaza Notes"), net of discount of
    $4,313,000. Net proceeds of the offering were used to redeem all of Plaza
    Funding's outstanding $225,000,000 principal amount 12% Mortgage Bonds,
    due 2002 and together with other funds (See (B) Pay-In-Kind Notes) to
    redeem all of Plaza Funding's Stock Units, comprised of $75,000,000
    liquidation preference participating cumulative redeemable Preferred Stock
    with associated shares of Common Stock, to repay $17,500,000 principal
    amount 9.14% Regency Note due 2003, to make a portion of a distribution to
    Trump to pay certain personal indebtedness, and to pay transaction
    expenses.
 
 
                                     F-35
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
   The Plaza Notes mature on June 15, 2001 and are redeemable at any time on
   or after June 15, 1998, at the option of Plaza Funding or Plaza
   Associates, in whole or in part, at the principal amount plus a premium
   which declines ratably each year to zero in the year of maturity. The
   Plaza Notes bear interest at the stated rate of 10 7/8% per annum from the
   date of issuance, payable semi-annually on each June 15 and December 15,
   commencing December 15, 1993 and are secured by substantially all of Plaza
   Associates assets. The accompanying consolidated financial statements
   reflect interest expense at the effective interest rate of 11.12% per
   annum.
 
   The Indenture governing the Plaza Notes (the "Plaza Note Indenture")
   contains certain covenants limiting the ability of Plaza Associates to
   incur indebtedness, including indebtedness secured by liens on Trump
   Plaza. In addition, Plaza Associates may, under certain circumstances,
   incur up to $25,000,000 of indebtedness to finance the expansion of its
   facilities, which indebtedness may be secured by a lien on the hotel
   facilities of Plaza Associates ("Trump Plaza East") (See Note 6) senior to
   the liens of one of the Plaza Mortgages (the "Plaza Note Mortgage") and
   another of the Plaza Mortgages (the "Plaza Guarantee Mortgage") thereon.
   The Plaza Notes represent the senior indebtedness of Plaza Funding. The
   note from Plaza Associates to Plaza Funding in the same principal amount
   of the Plaza Notes (the "Plaza Associates Note") and the guarantee of the
   Plaza Notes (the "Plaza Guarantee") rank pari passu in right of payment
   with all existing and future senior indebtedness of Plaza Associates.
 
   The Plaza Notes, the Plaza Associates Note, the Plaza Note Mortgage, the
   Plaza Guarantee and the Plaza Guarantee Mortgage are non-recourse to the
   partners of Plaza Associates, to the shareholders of Plaza Funding and to
   all other persons and entities (other than Plaza Funding and Plaza
   Associates), including Trump. Upon an event of default, holders of the
   Plaza Notes would have recourse only to the assets of Plaza Funding and
   Plaza Associates.
 
(B) On June 25, 1993, Trump AC issued $60,000,000 principal amount of PIK
    Notes, together with PIK Note Warrants to acquire an additional
    $12,000,000 of PIK Notes at no additional cost. The PIK Note Warrants were
    exercised prior to June 12, 1995. The PIK Notes and PIK Note Warrants were
    subsequently redeemed with a portion of the proceeds contributed to Trump
    AC by THCR Holdings (See Note 1). Such redemption resulted in the
    recognition of an extraordinary loss of $9,250,000, including the write-
    off of related unamortized deferred financing costs.
 
(C) Interest on these notes is payable with interest rates ranging from 10.0%
    to 11.0%. The notes are due at various dates between 1995 and 1998 and are
    secured by real property.
 
   The aggregate maturities of long-term debt for the period from June 12,
   1995 through December 31, 1995 and in each of the years subsequent to 1995
   are:
 
<TABLE>
      <S>                                                      <C>
      For the period from June 12, 1995 through December 31,
       1995................................................... $ 87,797,000
      1996....................................................      921,000
      1997....................................................    3,335,000
      1998....................................................      483,000
      1999....................................................          --
      Thereafter..............................................  330,000,000
                                                               ------------
                                                               $422,536,000(1)
                                                               ============
</TABLE>
---------------------
(1) Includes accretion to maturity of $3,597,000.
 
  The ability of Plaza Associates and Plaza Funding to repay their long-term
debt when due will depend on their ability to either generate cash from
operations sufficient for such purposes or to refinance such indebtedness.
Management does not currently anticipate that cash flow will be sufficient and
that repayment will likely depend upon the ability to refinance such
indebtedness. The future operating performance and the ability to refinance
 
                                     F-36
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
such indebtedness will be subject to the then prevailing economic conditions,
industry conditions and numerous other financial, business and other factors,
many of which are beyond the control of Plaza Funding or Plaza Associates.
There can be no assurance that the future operating performance of Plaza
Associates will be sufficient to meet these repayment obligations or that the
general state of the economy, the status of the capital markets generally or
the receptiveness of the capital markets to the gaming industry will be
conducive to refinancing or other attempts to raise capital.
 
(4) LEASES
 
  Plaza Associates leases property (primarily land), certain parking space,
and various equipment under operating leases. Rent expense for the years ended
December 31, 1993, 1994 and for the period from January 1, 1995 through June
12, 1995 was $4,338,000, $3,613,000 and $1,466,000, respectively, of which
$2,513,000, $1,900,000 and $850,000, respectively, relates to affiliates of
Plaza Associates.
 
   Future minimum lease payments under the noncancelable operating leases are
as follows:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                    AMOUNTS
                                                                  RELATING TO
                                                        TOTAL      AFFILIATES
                                                     ------------ ------------
      <S>                                            <C>          <C>
      For the period from June 12, 1995 through
       December 31, 1995............................ $  2,143,000 $  1,276,000
      1996..........................................    6,770,000    2,450,000
      1997..........................................    6,814,000    2,494,000
      1998..........................................    5,254,000    2,494,000
      1999..........................................    3,533,000    2,450,000
      Thereafter....................................  487,450,000  407,450,000
                                                     ------------ ------------
                                                     $511,964,000 $418,614,000
                                                     ============ ============
</TABLE>
 
  Certain of these leases contain options to purchase the leased properties at
various prices throughout the leased terms. At December 31, 1994, the
aggregate option price for these leases was approximately $58,000,000.
 
  In October 1993, Plaza Associates assumed the lease to Trump of Trump Plaza
East (the "Trump Plaza East Lease") and related expenses which are included in
the above lease commitment amounts. On June 25, 1993, Plaza Associates
acquired a five-year option to purchase Trump Plaza East. See Note 6--
"Commitments and Contingencies Future Expansion."
 
(5) EXTRAORDINARY GAIN (LOSS) AND NON-OPERATING EXPENSE
 
  The extraordinary loss of $9,250,000 for the period January 1, 1995 through
June 12, 1995 related to the redemption of the PIK Notes and the PIK Note
Warrants and the write-off of related deferred financing costs (See Note 10).
 
  The excess of the carrying value of a note obligation over the amount of the
settlement payment net of related prepaid expenses in the amount of $4,120,000
has been reported as an extraordinary gain for the year ended December 31,
1993.
 
  Non-operating expense consists of costs associated with Trump Plaza East
(See Note 6). In 1993, 1994 and the period January 1, 1995 through June 12,
1995 these costs were $3,873,000, $4,931,000 and $1,533,000, respectively, net
of miscellaneous non-operating credits.
 
 
                                     F-37
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
(6) COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
 
 CASINO LICENSE RENEWAL
 
  The operation of an Atlantic City hotel and casino is subject to significant
regulatory controls which affect virtually all of its operations. Under the
Casino Control Act, Plaza Associates is required to maintain certain licenses.
 
  In June 1995, the New Jersey Casino Control Commission ("CCC") renewed Plaza
Associates license to operate Trump Plaza. This license must be renewed in
June 1999, is not transferable and will require a determination of the
financial stability of Plaza Associates. Upon revocation, suspension for more
than 120 days, or failure to renew the casino license, the Casino Control Act
provides for the mandatory appointment of a conservator to take possession of
the hotel and casino's business and property, subject to all valid liens,
claims and encumbrances.
 
 LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
 
  Plaza Associates, its Partners, certain members of its former Executive
Committee, and certain of its employees, have been involved in various legal
proceedings. In general, Plaza Associates has agreed to indemnify such persons
against any and all losses, claims, damages, expenses (including reasonable
costs, disbursements and counsel fees) and liabilities (including amounts paid
or incurred in satisfaction of settlements, judgements, fines and penalties)
incurred by them in said legal proceedings. Such persons and entities are
vigorously defending the allegations against them and intend to vigorously
contest any future proceedings.
 
  Various legal proceedings are now pending against Plaza Associates. Plaza
Associates considers all such proceedings to be ordinary litigation incident
to the character of its business. Plaza Associates believes that the
resolution of these claims will not, individually or in the aggregate, have a
material adverse effect on its financial condition or results of operations.
 
  Plaza Associates is also a party to various administrative proceedings
involving allegations that it has violated certain provisions of the Casino
Control Act. Plaza Associates believes that the final outcome of these
proceedings will not, either individually or in the aggregate, have a material
adverse effect on its financial condition, results of operations or on the
ability of Plaza Associates to otherwise retain or renew any casino or other
licenses required under the Casino Control Act for the operation of Trump
Plaza.
 
 Self Insurance Reserves
 
  Self insurance reserves represent the estimated amounts of uninsured claims
related to employee health medical costs, workmen's compensation and personal
injury claims that have occurred in the usual course of business. These
reserves are established by management based upon specific review of open
claims, with consideration of incurred but not reported claims as of the
balance sheet date. Actual results may differ from these reserve amounts.
 
 CASINO REINVESTMENT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OBLIGATIONS
 
  Pursuant to the provisions of the Casino Control Act, Plaza Associates,
commencing twelve months after the date of opening of Trump Plaza in May 1984,
and continuing for a period of twenty-five years thereafter, must either
obtain investment tax credits (as defined in the Casino Control Act), in an
amount equivalent to 1.25% of its gross casino revenues, or pay an alternative
tax of 2.5% of its gross casino revenues (as defined in the Casino Control
Act). Investment tax credits may be obtained by making qualified investments
or by the
 
                                     F-38
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
purchase of bonds at below market interest rates from the Casino Reinvestment
Development Authority ("CRDA"). Plaza Associates is required to make quarterly
deposits with the CRDA based on 1.25% of its gross revenue. For the years
ended December 31, 1993 and 1994 and for the period from January 1, 1995
through June 12, 1995, Plaza Associates charged to operations $1,047,000,
$838,000 and $471,000 respectively, to give effect to the below market
interest rates associated with CRDA bonds that have either been issued or are
expected to be issued from funds deposited. Additionally, for the period from
January 1, 1995 through June 12, 1995, Plaza Associates credited operations
for $501,000 resulting from the recapture of the valuation allowance on CRDA
receivable. Bonds issued by the CRDA will be accounted for under SFAS No. 121,
as such bonds are not marketable.
 
  In connection with Trump Plaza East (see below), the CRDA has approved the
use of up to $1,519,000 in deposits made by Plaza Associates for site
improvements. Such deposits are being capitalized as part of property and
equipment as funds are appropriated by the CRDA. At June 12, 1995, Plaza
Associates has recorded a receivable from the CRDA of $288,000, which is
included in Accounts Receivable Other.
 
  CONCENTRATIONS OF CREDIT RISKS
 
  In accordance with casino industry practice, Plaza Associates extends credit
to a limited number of casino patrons, after extensive background checks and
investigations of credit worthiness. At December 31, 1994 approximately 28% of
Plaza Associates casino receivables (before allowances) were from customers
whose primary residence is outside the United States, with no significant
concentration in any one foreign country.
 
  TRUMP PLAZA EAST
 
  In 1993, Plaza Associates received the approval of the CCC, subject to
certain conditions, for the expansion of its hotel facilities at Trump Plaza
East. On June 24, 1993, in connection with the 1993 refinancing of Trump
Plaza, (i) Trump transferred title to Trump Plaza East to Missouri Boardwalk,
Inc. ("Boardwalk"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Midlantic National Bank
("Midlantic"), in exhange for a reduction in indebtedness to Midlantic in an
amount equal to the sum of the fair market value of Trump Plaza East and all
rent payments made to Boardwalk by Trump under Trump Plaza East Lease, (ii)
Boardwalk leased Trump Plaza East to Trump under the Trump Plaza East Lease
for a term of five years, which expires on June 30, 1998, during which time
Trump was obligated to pay Boardwalk $260,000 per month in lease payments, and
(iii) Plaza Associates acquired a five-year option to purchase Trump Plaza
East (the "Trump Plaza East Purchase Option"). In October 1993, Plaza
Associates assumed the Trump Plaza East Lease and related expenses. In
addition, Plaza Associates has a right of first refusal (the "Right of First
Offer") upon any proposed sale of all or any portion of the fee interest in
Trump Plaza East during the term of the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option.
Acquisition of Trump Plaza East by Plaza Associates would under certain
circumstances (provided there are no events of default under the Trump Plaza
East Lease or the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option and provided that certain
other events had not theretofore or do not thereafter occur) discharge Trump's
obligation to Midlantic in full.
 
  Until such time as the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option is exercised or
expires, Plaza Associates will be obligated, from and after the date it
entered into the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option, to pay the net expenses
associated with Trump Plaza East. During 1995, THCR incurred approximately
$2,340,000 of such expenses of which $2,045,000 are included in non-operating
expenses in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. Under the
Trump Plaza East Purchase Option, Plaza Associates has the right to acquire
Trump Plaza East for a purchase price of $28,000,000 through 1996, increasing
by $1,000,000 annually thereafter until expiration on June 30, 1998. The CCC
has required that Plaza Associates exercise the Trump Plaza East Purchase
Option or its right of first refusal no later than July 1, 1996.
 
 
                                     F-39
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
  If Plaza Associates defaults in making payments due under the Trump Plaza
East Purchase Option, Plaza Associates would be liable to the lender for the
sum of (a) the present value of all remaining payments to be made by Plaza
Associates pursuant to the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option during the term
thereof and (b) the cost of demolition of all improvements then located on
Trump Plaza East.
 
  Plaza Associates has commenced construction at Trump Plaza East pursuant to
rights granted to Plaza Associates by its lessor. Pursuant to the terms of
certain personal indebtedness of Trump, Plaza Associates is restricted from
expending more than $15,000,000 less any CRDA tax credits for improvements at
Trump Plaza East prior to such time as it exercises the Trump Plaza East
Purchase Option. Plaza Associates has received approximately $1,519,000 in
CRDA credit as of December 31, 1995. As of December 31, 1995, Plaza Associates
had capitalized approximately $35,700,000 in construction costs related to
Trump Plaza East including a $1,000,000 consulting fee paid to Trump (See Note
8). Plaza Associates' ability to acquire Trump Plaza East pursuant to the
Trump Plaza East Purchase Option is dependent upon its ability to obtain
financing to acquire the property. The ability to incur such indebtedness is
restricted by the Plaza Note Indenture. Plaza Associates' ability to purchase
Trump Plaza East is dependent upon its ability to use existing cash on hand
and generate cash flow from operations sufficient to fund development costs.
No assurance can be given that such cash on hand will be available to Plaza
Associates for such purposes or that it will be able to generate sufficient
cash flow from operations. In connection with the Merger Transaction (as
defined) (See Note 12), Plaza Associates expects to exercise the Trump Plaza
East Purchase Option.
 
  The accompanying consolidated financial statements do not include any
adjustments that may be necessary should Plaza Associates be unable to
exercise the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option.
 
  As of December 31, 1994, Plaza Associates had capitalized approximately
$11,700,000 in construction costs related to Trump Plaza East including a
$1,000,000 consulting fee paid to Trump (Note 8). Plaza Associates might have
to close all or a portion of the expanded casino in order to comply with
regulatory requirements, which could have a material adverse effect on the
results of operations and financial condition of the Plaza Associates. Plaza
Associates' ability to acquire Trump Plaza East pursuant to the Trump Plaza
East Purchase Option is dependent upon its ability to obtain financing to
acquire the property. The ability to incur such indebtedness is restricted by
the Plaza Note Indenture and the PIK Note Indenture. Plaza Associates' ability
to purchase Trump Plaza East is dependent upon its ability to use existing
cash on hand and generate cash flow from operations sufficient to fund
development costs. No assurance can be given that such cash on hand will be
available to Plaza Associates for such purposes or that it will be able to
generate sufficient cash flow from operations.
 
  The accompanying consolidated financial statements do not include any
adjustments that may be necessary should Plaza Associates be unable to
exercise the Trump Plaza East Purchase Option.
 
(7) EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
 
  Plaza Associates has a retirement savings plan (the "Plan") for its nonunion
employees under Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employees are
eligible to contribute up to 15% of their earnings to the Plan and Plaza
Associates will match 50% of an eligible employee's contributions up to a
maximum of 4% of the employee's earnings. Plaza Associates recorded charges of
$765,000, $848,000 and $476,000 for matching contributions for the years ended
December 31, 1993 and 1994 and for the period from January 1, 1995 through
June 12, 1995, respectively.
 
  Plaza Associates provides no other material post-retirement or post-
employment benefits.
 
 
                                     F-40
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
(8) TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
 
 DUE TO/FROM AFFILIATES
 
  Plaza Associates leases warehouse facility space to Trump's Castle
Associates. Lease payments of $15,000, $6,000 and $6,000 were received from
Trump's Castle Associates in 1993, 1994 and 1995 respectively.
 
  Plaza Associates leased office space from Trump Taj Mahal Associates ("Taj
Associates"), the owner and operator of the Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort (the
"Taj Mahal"), which terminated on March 19, 1993. Lease payments of $138,000
were paid to Taj Associates in 1993.
 
  Plaza Associates leases two parcels of land under long-term ground leases
from Seashore Four Associates and Trump Seashore Associates. In 1993, 1994 and
for the period from January 1, 1995 through June 12, 1995, Plaza Associates
paid $900,000, $900,000 and $227,000, respectively, to Seashore Four
Associates, and paid $1,000,000, $1,000,000 and $622,000 in 1993, 1994 and for
the period from January 1, 1995 through June 12, 1995, respectively, to Trump
Seashore Associates.
 
 SERVICES AGREEMENT
 
  Pursuant to the terms of a services agreement with Trump Plaza Management
Corp. ("TPM"), a corporation beneficially owned by Trump, in consideration for
services provided, Plaza Associates pays TPM each year an annual fee of
$1,000,000 in equal monthly installments, and reimburses TPM on a monthly
basis for all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred by TPM in performing
its obligations under such services agreement, up to certain amounts. Under
such services agreement, approximately $1,200,000, $1,300,000 and $582,000 was
charged to expense for the years ended December 31, 1993, 1994 and for the
period from January 1, 1995 through June 12, 1995, respectively.
 
 TRUMP WORLD'S FAIR OPTION
 
  Under an Option Agreement with Chemical Bank ("Chemical"), Trump had an
option to purchase (i) Trump World's Fair (including the land, improvements
and personal property used in the operation of the hotel) and (ii) certain
promissory notes made by Trump and/or certain of his affiliates and payable to
Chemical (the "Chemical Notes") which are secured by certain real estate
assets located in New York, unrelated to Plaza Associates. In connection with
such Option Agreement, Trump assigned his rights to Plaza Associates.
 
  On June 12, 1995, the Trump World's Fair Purchase Option was exercised. The
option price of $60,000,000 was funded with $58,150,000 from the capital
contributed by THCR Holdings (see Note 1), and $1,850,000 of option payments
made by Plaza Associates.
 
 OTHER PAYMENTS TO DONALD J. TRUMP
 
  During 1994, Plaza Associates paid to Trump $1,000,000 under a Construction
Management Service Agreement. The payment was made for construction management
services rendered by Trump with respect to Trump Plaza East. This payment was
approved prior to disbursement by the CCC and has been classified in
construction in process in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet as of
December 31, 1994 and June 12, 1995.
 
  During 1994, Plaza Associates also paid Trump a commission of approximately
$572,000 for securing a retail lease at Trump Plaza. The commission has been
capitalized and is being amortized to expense over the 10-year term of the
lease.
 
                                     F-41
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
(9) FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
 
  The carrying amount of the following financial instruments of Plaza Funding,
Trump AC and Plaza Associates approximates fair value, as follows: (a) cash
and cash equivalents, accrued interest receivables and payables are based on
the short-term nature of these financial instruments, (b) CRDA bonds and
deposits are based on the allowances to give effect to the below market
interest rates.
 
  The estimated fair values of other financial instruments are as follows:
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                   DECEMBER 31, 1994              JUNE 12, 1995
                              ---------------------------- ----------------------------
                              CARRYING AMOUNT  FAIR VALUE  CARRYING AMOUNT  FAIR VALUE
                              --------------- ------------ --------------- ------------
     <S>                      <C>             <C>          <C>             <C>
     12 1/2% PIK Notes.......  $ 73,987,000   $ 51,791,000           --             --
     10 7/8% Mortgage Notes..  $326,234,000   $247,122,000  $326,403,000   $298,650,000
</TABLE>
 
  The fair values of the PIK and Plaza Notes are based on quoted market prices
obtained by Plaza Associates from its investment advisor.
 
  There are no quoted market prices for other notes payable and a reasonable
estimate could not be made without incurring excessive costs.
 
(10) SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
 
  On June 12, 1995 three newly formed entities owned by Trump--THCR, THCR
Holdings and THCR Funding--completed the offering and sale of $155,000,000 of
15 1/2% Senior Secured Notes and $140,000,000 of equity (the "June 1995
Offerings").
 
  In connection with the June 1995 Offerings, Trump contributed all of his
beneficial interest in Plaza Associates (consisting of all of the outstanding
capital stock of Plaza Funding, a 99% equity interest in Trump AC and all of
the outstanding capital stock of Trump Plaza Holding, Inc.) to THCR Holdings.
Trump also contributed all of his existing interests and rights to new gaming
activities in both emerging and established gaming jurisdictions to THCR
Holdings.
 
  The net proceeds of the June 1995 Offerings were used to repurchase or
redeem the PIK Notes and PIK Note Warrants (Notes 3 and 5), finance the
expansion of Trump Plaza (Notes 6 and 8) as well as to fund casino development
costs in certain jurisdictions outside of Atlantic City.
 
  On January 8, 1996, THCR, Taj Mahal Holding Corp. ("Taj Holding") and THCR
Merger Corp. ("Merger Sub") entered into the Agreement and Plan of Merger, as
amended by the Amendment to Agreement and Plan of Merger dated as of January
31, 1996 (the "Merger Agreement"), pursuant to which Merger Sub will merge
with and into Taj Holding (the "Merger"). The Merger Agreement provides that
each outstanding share of Class A Common Stock of Taj Holding ("the Taj
Holding Class A Common Stock") (other than Dissenting Shares (as defined in
the Proxy Statement-Prospectus) will be converted into the right to receive,
at each holder's election, either (a) $30.00 in cash or (b) that number of
shares of Common Stock of THCR (the "THCR Common Stock") as shall have a
market value equal to $30.00. No fractional shares of THCR Common Stock will
be issued in the Merger. The Merger Agreement also contemplates the following
transactions occurring in connection with the Merger (the "Merger
Transaction"):
 
    (a) the consummation of the offering by THCR of up to 12,500,000 shares of
  THCR Common Stock (and an amount to be issued pursuant to the underwriters'
  over-allotment option) (the "THCR Stock Offering") and the consummation of
  the offering by Trump AC and its wholly owned finance subsidiary Trump
  Atlantic City Funding, Inc. of up to $1,200,000,000 aggregate principal
  amount of first mortgage
 
                                     F-42
<PAGE>
 
                        TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
                          AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES
            NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
  notes, although it is currently contemplated to aggregate $1,100,000,000,
  the aggregate proceeds of which will be used, together with available cash,
  to (i) pay cash to those holders of Taj Holding Class A Common Stock
  electing to receive cash in the Merger, (ii) redeem the outstanding 11.35%
  Mortgage Bonds, Series A due 1999 (the "Taj Bonds") of Trump Taj Mahal
  Funding, Inc. ("Taj Funding"), (iii) redeem the outstanding shares of Class
  B Common Stock of Taj Holding as required in connection with the redemption
  of the Taj Bonds, (iv) retire the outstanding Plaza Notes, (v) satisfy the
  indebtedness of Taj Associates under its loan agreement with National
  Westminster Bank USA, (vi) purchase certain real property used in the
  operation of the Taj Mahal that is currently leased from a corporation
  wholly owned by Trump, (vii) purchase certain real property used in the
  operation of Trump Plaza that is currently leased from an unaffiliated third
  party, (viii) make a payment to Bankers Trust Company ("Bankers Trust") to
  obtain releases of liens and guarantees that Bankers Trust has in connection
  with certain outstanding indebtedness owed by Trump to Bankers Trust , and
  (ix) pay related fees and expenses and provide working capital;
 
    (b) the contribution by Trump to Trump AC (on behalf, and at the
  direction, of THCR Holdings) of all of his direct and indirect ownership
  interests in Taj Associates; and
 
    (c) the contribution by THCR to Trump AC (on behalf, and at the direction,
  of THCR Holdings) of all of its indirect ownership interests in Taj
  Associates acquired in the Merger.
 
  To the extent that holders of Taj Holding Class A Common Stock elect to
receive shares of THCR Common Stock in the Merger, THCR may reduce the size of
the THCR Stock Offering. In addition to the shares of THCR Common Stock that
may be issued in the THCR Stock Offering, THCR may issue, as part of the THCR
Stock Offering, up to an additional 20% of such number of shares, to fund
working capital and other general corporate purposes. The prospective
transaction is subject to a number of conditions, including stockholder
approval.
 
 
                                     F-43
<PAGE>
 
                   REPORT OF INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
 
To Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.:
 
  We have audited in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards,
the financial statements of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc. ("THCR")
included in this Form 10-K and have issued our report thereon dated February
7, 1997 except with respect to the matter discussed in Note 10, as to which
the date is March 20, 1997. Our audit was made for the purpose of forming an
opinion on the basic financial statements taken as a whole. The accompanying
schedule is the responsibility of the THCR's management and is presented for
purposes of complying with the Securities and Exchange Commission's rules and
is not part of the basic financial statements. This schedule has been
subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the basic
financial statements and, in our opinion, fairly states in all material
respects the financial data required to be set forth therein in relation to
the basic financial statements taken as a whole.
 
                                           ARTHUR ANDERSEN LLP
 
Roseland, New Jersey
February 7, 1997
 
                                      S-1
<PAGE>
 
                   REPORT OF INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
 
To Trump Atlantic City Associates and  Trump Plaza Associates:
 
  We have audited in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards,
the financial statements of Trump Atlantic City Associates and Trump Plaza
Associates (Partnerships) included in this Form 10-K and have issued our
report thereon dated February 21, 1996. Our audit was made for the purpose of
forming an opinion on the basic financial statements taken as a whole. The
accompanying schedule is the responsibility of the Partnerships' management
and is presented for purposes of complying with the Securities and Exchange
Commission's rules and is not part of the basic financial statements. This
schedule has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of
the basic financial statements and, in our opinion, fairly states in all
material respects the financial data required to be set forth therein in
relation to the basic financial statements taken as a whole.
 
                                           ARTHUR ANDERSEN LLP
 
Roseland, New Jersey
February 21, 1996
 
                                      S-2
<PAGE>
 
                                                                    SCHEDULE II
 
                      TRUMP HOTELS & CASINO RESORTS, INC.
   VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD FROM INCEPTION (JUNE 12,
                                   1995) TO
                               DECEMBER 31, 1995
                   AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                            BALANCE AT CHARGED TO    OTHER         BALANCE AT
                            BEGINNING  COSTS AND    CHANGES          END OF
                            OF PERIOD   EXPENSES  (DEDUCTIONS)       PERIOD
                            ---------- ---------- ------------     -----------
<S>                         <C>        <C>        <C>              <C>
FOR THE PERIOD FROM
 INCEPTION (JUNE 12, 1995)
 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1995
  Allowances for doubtful
   accounts................ $8,490,000 $  559,000 $  (972,000)(a)  $ 8,077,000
                            ========== ========== ===========      ===========
  Valuation allowance for
   interest differential on
   CRDA bonds.............. $2,144,000 $  670,000 $(1,737,000)(b)  $ 1,077,000
                            ========== ========== ===========      ===========
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
 1996
  Allowances for doubtful
   accounts................ $8,077,000 $8,904,000 $ 2,106,000 (c)  $19,087,000
                            ========== ========== ===========      ===========
  Valuation allowance for
   interest differential on
   CRDA bonds.............. $ 1,077,00 $3,577,000 $10,311,000 (d)  $14,965,000
                            ========== ========== ===========      ===========
</TABLE>
--------
(a) Write-off uncollectible accounts.
(b) Adjustment of allowance applicable to contribution of CRDA deposits.
(c) Includes $(7,497,000) representing the write-off of uncollectible
    accounts, $7,596,000 which represents Taj Associates' beginning balance at
    April 17, 1996 and $2,007,000 which represents Castle Associates'
    beginning balance at October 7, 1996.
(d) Includes $(476,000) representing the adjustment of allowance applicable to
    the contribution of CRDA deposits, $8,371,000 which represents Taj
    Associates' beginning balance at April 17, 1996 and $2,416,000 which
    represents Castle Associates' beginning balance at October 7, 1996.
 
                                      S-3
<PAGE>
 
                                                                     SCHEDULE II
 
    TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES AND TRUMP PLAZA ASSOCIATES VALUATION AND
  QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993, 1994 AND FOR THE
               PERIOD FROM JANUARY 1, 1995 THROUGH JUNE 12, 1995
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                              BALANCE AT  CHARGED TO    OTHER         BALANCE AT
                               BEGINNING  COSTS AND    CHANGES          END OF
                               OF PERIOD   EXPENSES  (DEDUCTIONS)       PERIOD
                              ----------- ---------- ------------     -----------
<S>                           <C>         <C>        <C>              <C>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993
  Allowances for doubtful
   accounts.................  $14,402,000 $   90,000 $(3,876,000)(A)  $10,616,000
                              =========== ========== ===========      ===========
  Valuation allowance for
   interest differential on
   CRDA bonds...............  $ 1,934,000 $1,047,000         --       $ 2,981,000
                              =========== ========== ===========      ===========
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1994
  Allowances for doubtful
   accounts.................  $10,616,000 $  323,000 $(2,446,000)(A)  $ 8,493,000
                              =========== ========== ===========      ===========
  Valuation allowance for
   interest differential on
   CRDA bonds...............  $ 2,981,000 $  838,000 $(1,645,000)(B)  $ 2,174,000
                              =========== ========== ===========      ===========
FOR THE PERIOD FROM JANUARY
 1, 1995 THROUGH JUNE 12,
 1995
  Allowances for doubtful
   accounts.................  $ 8,493,000 $  498,000 $  (501,000)(A)  $ 8,490,000
                              =========== ========== ===========      ===========
  Valuation allowance for
   interest differential on
   CRDA bonds...............  $ 2,174,000 $  471,000 $  (501,000)(B)  $ 2,144,000
                              =========== ========== ===========      ===========
</TABLE>
--------
(A) Write-off of uncollectible accounts.
(B) Adjustment of allowance applicable to contribution of CRDA deposits.
 
                                      S-4
<PAGE>
 
                                 EXHIBIT INDEX
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
   EXHIBIT
     NO.                        DESCRIPTION OF EXHIBIT
   -------                      ----------------------
   <C>     <S>
   10.70   Employment Agreement, dated May 3, 1996, between Trump Hotels &
            Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P. and Joseph A. Fusco.
   10.71   Promissory Note of Nicholas L. Ribis in favor of Trump Hotels &
            Casino Resorts Holdings, L.P., dated December 4, 1996.
   21      List of Subsidiaries of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
   27      Financial Data Schedule of Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, Inc.
</TABLE>