U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q þ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act 1934 for the Quarterly Period Ended September 30, 2010 or  ̈ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 for the transition period from to Commission File Number 0-22153 AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)  Delaware52-2102424(State of incorporation)(I.R.S.  Employer Identification No.)50 Jericho Quadrangle, Suite 109
Jericho, NY 11753(Address of Registrants principal executive office) (Zip Code)(212) 355-2449(Registrants telephone number, including area code)N/A(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)  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 (the “Act”) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the Registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.  Yes þ No  ̈ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act).   ̈Large accelerated filer ̈Accelerated filerþNon-accelerated filer
(Do not check if a small
reporting company.) ̈Smaller reporting company  Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes  ̈ No þ The number of shares of registrant ’ s common stock, par value $.0001 per share, outstanding as of November 10, 2010 was 3,395,583. The number of shares of Registrants 9 3⁄8 cumulative participating redeemable preferred stock outstanding as of November 10, 2010 was 300,000.     AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES FORM 10-Q TABLE OF CONTENTS  PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION3ITEM 1.FINANCIAL STATEMENTS3ITEM 2.MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS25ITEM 3.QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURE ABOUT MARKET RISK28ITEM 4.CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES29PART II. OTHER INFORMATION30Item 1.Legal Proceedings30Item 1A.Risk Factors30Item 2.Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds30Item 3.Default upon Senior Securities30Item 4.Removed and Reserved30Item 5.Other Information30Item 6.Exhibits30Exhibit Index30(a)Exhibits30SIGNATURES31      PART I.    FINANCIAL INFORMATION ITEM 1.   FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES  September 30,
2010June 30,
2010Assets (Note 4)(Unaudited)Investments at fair value (cost of $33,919,702 and $29,220,386, respectively):Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments$30,008,992$24,904,497Non-controlled affiliated investments4,7614,761Controlled affiliated investments541,980546,440Total investments at fair value30,555,73325,455,698Cash and cash equivalents827,3927,362,491Accrued interest receivable455,414417,925Furniture, equipment and leasehold improvements, net56,38040,254Deferred loan costs, net384,446402,160Prepaid expenses and other assets280,285230,834Total assets$32,559,650$33,909,362Liabilities and Net AssetsLiabilities:Debentures payable to SBA$21,175,000$21,175,000Notes payable, banks-370,000Note payable, other3,000,0003,000,000Accrued expenses and other liabilities509,504576,242Accrued interest payable93,526327,576Dividends payable84,37584,375Total liabilities24,862,40525,533,193Commitments and contingencies (Notes 2, 3, 4 and 8)Net Assets:Preferred stock 9,500,000 shares authorized, none issued or outstanding--9-3/8% cumulative participating redeemable preferred stock; $.01 par value, $12.00 face value, 500,000 shares authorized; 300,000 shares issued and outstanding3,600,0003,600,000Common stock, $.0001 par value; 45,000,000 shares authorized, 3,405,583 shares issued; 3,395,583 shares outstanding341341Additional paid-in capital21,330,54421,330,544Losses and distributions in excess of earnings(13,799,671)(12,720,028)Net unrealized depreciation on investments(3,363,969)(3,764,688)Total7,767,2458,446,169Less:  Treasury stock, at cost, 10,000 shares of common stock(70,000)(70,000)Total net assets7,697,2458,376,169Total liabilities and net assets$32,559,650$33,909,362Net asset value per common share$1.21$1.40  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  3    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS  For the three months endedSeptember 30,
2010September 30,
2009Investment income:(unaudited)(unaudited)Interest on loans receivable:Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments$480,696$237,524Non-controlled affiliated investments--Controlled affiliated investments10,95711,853491,653249,377Fees and other income8,7254,381Total investment income500,378253,758Expenses:Interest327,592166,260Salaries and employee benefits364,519450,156Occupancy costs43,78574,875Professional fees266,289208,838Directors fees and expenses45,15830,798Advisory Fee49,46445,000Other administrative expenses166,733125,118Total expenses1,263,5401,101,045Net investment loss(763,162)(847,287)Net realized losses on investments:Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments(232,106)(226,394)(232,106)(226,394)Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments400,719(1,900,317)Net realized/unrealized gains (losses) on investments168,613(2,126,711)Net decrease in net assets from operations(594,549)(2,973,998)Distributions to preferred shareholders(84,375)-Net decrease in net assets from operations available to common shareholders$(678,924)$(2,973,998)Weighted Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding:Basic and diluted3,395,5833,395,583Net Decrease in Net Assets from Operations Per Common Share:Basic and diluted$(0.20)$(0.88)  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  4    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS  For the three months endedSeptember 30,
2010September 30,
2009(unaudited)(unaudited)Decrease in net assets from operations:Net investment loss$(763,162)$(847,287)Net realized loss from investments(232,106)(226,394)Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments400,719(1,900,317)Net decrease in net assets resulting  from operations(594,549)(2,973,998)Shareholder distributions:Distributions to preferred shareholders(84,375)-Capital share transactions:Stock options compensation expense-1,450Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting  from capital shares
transactions and shareholder distributions(84,375)1,450Total decrease in net assets(678,924)(2,972,548)Net assets:Beginning of period8,376,16915,143,842End of period$7,697,245$12,171,294Net assets per preferred$3,600,000$3,600,000Net assets per common$4,097,245$8,571,294  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  5    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS  For the three months endedSeptember 30,
2010September 30,
2009(unaudited)(unaudited)Cash flows from operating activities:Net decrease in net assets from operations$(594,549)$(2,973,998)Adjustments to reconcile net decrease in net assets from operations to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:Depreciation and amortization19,61417,715Deferred compensation-1,450Net realized losses on investments232,106226,394Net unrealized (appreciation) depreciation on investments(400,719)1,900,317Portfolio Investments(7,859,051)(41,200)Proceeds from principal receipts, sales, maturity of investments2,927,6291,366,760Changes in operating assets and liabilities:Accrued interest receivable(37,489)166,885Prepaid expenses and other assets(49,450)(152,112)Accrued expenses and other liabilities(66,738)(42,733)Accrued interest payable(234,050)(158,808)Total adjustments(5,468,148)3,284,668Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities(6,062,697)310,670Cash flows from investing activities:Purchases of furniture and equipment(18,027)(2,461)Net cash used in investing activities(18,027)(2,461)Cash flows from financing activities:Repayment of notes payable, banks(370,000)-Dividends paid(84,375)-Net cash used in financing activities(454,375)-Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents(6,535,099)308,209Cash and cash equivalents:Beginning of period7,362,491885,434End of period$827,392$1,193,643Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:Cash paid during the period for:Interest$561,642$325,068Supplemental disclosure of non cash investing and financing activities:Accrued dividend payable$84,375$-  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  6    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INVESTMENTS  Portfolio Valuation as of September 30, 2010
(Unaudited)Portfolio Company (1)Investment
Investment Rate/MaturityPrincipalNet CostValueMedallion Loans Receivable (2.81%) (4)Boston Taxicab Medallion Portfolio2  Medallion Loans
8.19% Weighted Average Rate25,294$25,294$25,294Chicago Taxicab Medallions2 Medallion Loans
8.00% Weighted Average Rate43,55843,55843,558Florida Taxicab1 Medallion Loan
12.00% Rate147,551147,551147,551Total Medallion Loans216,403216,403Commercial Loans Receivable (105.06%) (4)PPCP Inc. (6)Computer SoftwareBusiness Loan
8.00%, due 7/08 and 1/1036,69136,691-Geronimo ATM Fund LLC (6)ATM OperatorCollateralized Business Loan
12.0%, due 5/09123,282123,282-Cleaners of North Beach, LLCDry CleanersCollateralized Business Loan
5.50%, due 5/1111,01511,01511,015Crown Cleaners of Miami LakesDry CleanersCollateralized Business Loan
6.00%, due 7/111,3931,3931,393Crown Cleaners of Miami LakesDry CleanersCollateralized Business Loan
6.00%, due 7/116,7976,7976,797Andy Fur Dry Cleaning, Inc. (6)Dry CleanersCollateralized Business Loan
11.50%, due 1/1012,10312,103-Vivas & Associates, Inc. (6)Nail SalonCollateralized Business Loan
9.00%, due 1/1011,98511,985-Monticello Desserts, Inc.Retail BakeryCollateralized Business Loan
10.50%, due 4/109,9999,9999,999Just Salad LLCRetail Food ServiceCollateralized Business Loan
10.00%, due 11/10300,000300,000300,000E&Y General Construction Co. (6)Construction ServicesSenior Real Estate Mortgage
10.50%, due 10/10870,791870,791870,791Sealmax, Inc. (6)Construction ServicesSenior Real Estate Mortgage
12.00%, due 4/11915,914915,914775,000Soundview Broadcasting LLCTelevision and BroadcastingSenior Real Estate Mortgage
6.00%, due 9/111,867,2011,867,2011,867,201Golden Triangle Enterprises LLCRetail Food ServiceSenior Real Estate Mortgage
4.90%, due 12/13262,336262,336262,336Conklin Services & Construction Inc. (6)Specialty Construction and MaintenanceCollateralized Business Loan
11.00%, due 10/081,648,1811,648,1811,450,000Mountain View Bar & Grill Inc. (6)Retail Food ServiceCollateralized Business Loan
12.00%, due 5/09406,067406,067406,067J. JG. Associates, Inc. (6)Consumer Receivable CollectionsSenior Loan
no stated rate, no maturity187,736187,73687,750J. JG. Associates, Inc. (6Consumer Receivable CollectionsSenior Loan
no stated rate, no maturity36,45136,45136,781Car-Matt Real Estate LLC (6)Real Estate MortgageSenior Real Estate Mortgage
12.00%, due 11/08135,577135,577135,577633 Mead Street, LLC (3) (6)First lien mortgageSenior Real Estate Mortgage
12.00%, due 8/08215,000215,000175,000CMCA, LLC (3) (6)Consumer Receivable CollectionsCollateralized Business Loan
12,00% no stated maturity106,261106,261106,261CMCA, LLC #2 (3)Consumer Receivable CollectionsCollateralized Business Loan
12.00%, no stated maturity249,919249,919249,919Adiel Homes Inc.(6)Construction ServicesSenior Real Estate Mortgage
12.00%, due 1/09270,000270,000270,000Adiel Homes Inc.(6)Construction ServicesSenior Real Estate Mortgage
12.0%, no stated maturity89,38689,38689,386Western Pottery LLCCeramic Sanitaryware DistributorSubordinated Business Loan
4.25%, due 6/09361,609361,609361,609Greaves-Peters Laundry Systems Inc.
LaundromatCollateralized Business Loan
10.90%, due 9/13265,423265,423265,423Patroon Operating Co. LLC
Retail Food ServiceCollateralized Business Loan
10.00%, due 6/12250,000250,000250,000Other Miscellaneous Loans (5)119,564119,56498,510Total Commercial Loans8,770,6818,086,815  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  7    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INVESTMENTS (continued)  Portfolio Valuation as of September  30, 2010
(Unaudited)Portfolio Company (1)Investment
Investment Rate/MaturityPrincipalNet CostValueCorporate Loans Receivable (255.28%)(4)Charlie Browns Acquisition Co. Retail Food ServiceTerm Loan B
10.25%, due 10/132,205,5822,205,5822,095,303Resco Products Inc.Diversified ManufacturingTerm Loan, First Lien
8.50%, due 6/131,469,4051,469,4051,469,405Alpha Media Group Inc.PublishingTerm Loan, First Lien
12.00%, due 8/142,220,6942,152,744999,312X-Rite Inc.
Process Control InstrumentsTerm Loan, First Lien
7.50%, due 10/12969,893965,552969,893BP Metals LLCDiversified ManufacturingTerm Loan, First Lien
10.0%, due 6/13819,388819,389819,389Hudson Products Holdings Inc.
Diversified ManufacturingTerm Loan, First Lien
8.0%, due 8/151,272,9551,240,9541,234,766Education Affiliates Inc.
Private EducationTerm Loan, First Lien
8.0%, due 1/15870,860853,978870,860Fairway Group Holdings Corp.
Diversified SupermarketsTerm Loan, First Lien
12.0%, due 1/15992,500967,153997,463Shearers Foods Inc.
Wholesale Food SupplierTerm Loan, First Lien
12.00%, due 6/151,010,102987,1851,017,678Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc.
Multi-Platform Defense SystemsTerm Loan, First Lien
10.00%, due 10/131,250,0001,250,0001,325,000Syncsort Incorporated
Data Protection SoftwareTerm Loan, First Lien
7.50%, due 03/15987,500968,458987,500Airvana Network Solutions Inc.
Infrastructure Software for Wireless ProvidersTerm Loan, First Lien
11.00%, due 08/141,358,3331,329,0011,358,334Wyle Services Corporation
Multi-Platform Defense SystemsTerm Loan, First Lien
7.75%, due 03/161,246,8721,228,3191,246,873Centerplate Inc.
Stadium Concessions ProviderTerm Loan, First Lien
10.75%, due 09/161,000,000970,1501,000,000Impact Confections Inc.
Candy ManufacturersTerm Loan, First Lien
15.00%, due 07/151,500,0001,500,0001,500,000Clopay Ames True Temper Holding
Plastic ManufacturersTerm Loan, First Lien
7.75%, due 09/161,250,0001,225,0001,250,000Roundys Supermarkets Inc.
Retail Food SupplierTerm Loan, First Lien
10.00%, due 6/15500,000490,765508,125Total Corporate Loans20,623,63519,649,901Total loans receivable29,610,71927,953,119Life Insurance Settlement Contracts (20.58%)(4)Life Settlement Contracts5 life insurance policies, aggregate
face value of $17,659,8092,870,0561,584,000Equity Investments (13.23%) (4)MBS Steeplecrest, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest---MBS Huntwick, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest---MBS Cranbrook, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest---MBS Serrano, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest50,60050,6008,487MBS Colonnade, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest50,00050,00012,009MBS Briar Meadows, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest---MBS Indian Hollow, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest---MBS Sage Creek, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest50,00050,00018,800MBS Walnut Creek, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest25,00025,000-MBS Lodge At Stone Oak, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest60,00060,00030,896  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  8    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INVESTMENTS (continued)  Portfolio Valuation as of September 30, 2010
(Unaudited)Portfolio Company (1)Investment
Investment Rate/MaturityPrincipalNet CostValueMBS Lodge At Stone Oak, Ltd.Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipLimited Partnership Interest60,00060,00030,896238 W. 108 Realty LLC (2)Residential Real Estate Development5.00% LLC Interest100,000100,0004,761Asset Recovery & Management, LLC (3)Consumer Receivable Collections30.00% LLC Interest6,0006,0006,000633 Mead Street, LLC (3)Real Estate Development57.10% LLC Interest800800800CMCA, LLC (3)Consumer Receivable Collections30.00% LLC Interest4,0004,0004,000Soha Terrace II LLCReal Estate Development4.80% LLC Interest700,000700,000918,295Fusion TelecommunicationsInternet Telephony69,736 Shares of Common Stock367,027367,0279,066EraGen BiosciencesAnalytic Compounds17,000 shares of Common Stock25,20025,5005,500Total equity investments1,438,9271,018,614Total investments$33,919,702$30,555,733  (1)  Unless otherwise noted, all investments are pledged as collateral for the Notes Payable, Banks (see Note 4 to the consolidated financial statements). (2)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, we are an affiliate of this portfolio company because, as of September 30, 2010, we own 5% or more of the portfolio companys outstanding voting securities. (3)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, we maintain control of this portfolio company because we own more than 25% of the portfolio companys outstanding voting securities. (4)  Percentage of net assets. (5)  Other small balance loans. (6)  Loan receivable is on non-accrual status and therefore is considered non-income producing.   The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  9    MERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INVESTMENTS  Portfolio Valuation as of June 30, 2010Portfolio Company (1)Investment
Investment Rate/MaturityPrincipalNet CostValueMedallion Loans Receivable (2.61%) (4)Boston Taxicab Medallions`2  Medallion Loans25,465$25,465$25,4658.19% Weighted Average RateChicago Taxicab Medallions2 Medallion Loans44,66044,66044,6608.0% Weighted Average RateFlorida Taxicab Medallion1 Medallion Loan148,859148,859148,85912.0%  Rate218,984218,984Commercial Loans  Receivable (104.13%)PPCP Inc .(6)Business Loan36,69136,691-Computer Software8.0%, due 7/08 and 1/10Geronimo ATM Fund LLC. (6)Collateralized Business Loan146,822146,82219,234ATM Operator12.0%, due 5/09Cleaners of North Beach, LLCCollateralized Business Loan13,80013,80013,800Dry Cleaners5.5%, due 5/11Crown Cleaners of Miami LakesCollateralized Business Loan1,8581,8581,858Dry Cleaners6.0%, due 7/11Crown Cleaners of Miami LakesCollateralized Business Loan10,23610,23610,236Dry Cleaners6.0%, due 7/11Andy Fur Dry Cleaning, Inc. (6)Collateralized Business Loan12,10312,103-Dry Cleaners11.5%, due 1/10Vivas & Associates, Inc. (6)Collateralized Business Loan11,98511,985-Nail Salon9.0%, due 1/10Monticello Desserts, Inc.Collateralized Business Loan26,03326,03326,033Retail Bakery10.50%, due 4/10Just Salad LLCCollateralized Business Loan300,000300,000300,000Retail Food Service10.0%, due 10/10E&Y General Construction Co .(6)Senior Real Estate Mortgage870,791870,791870,791Construction Services10.5%, due 10/10Sealmax, Inc. (6)Senior Real Estate Mortgage914,195914,195775,000Construction Services12.0%, due 4/11Soundview Broadcasting LLCSenior Real Estate Mortgage1,882,1891,882,1891,882,189Television and Broadcasting6.0%, due 9/11Golden Triangle Enterprises LLCSenior Real Estate Mortgage276,370276,370276,370Retail Food Service4.9%, due 12/13Goldhkin Wholesale Ent. Inc.Senior Real Estate Mortgage570,413570,413570,413Retail Gasoline11.5%, due 7/12Conklin Services & Construction Inc. (6)Collateralized Business Loan1,648,1811,648,1811,400,954Specialty Construction and Maintenance11.0%, due 10/08Mountain View Bar & Grill Inc. (6)Collateralized Business Loan406,067406,067406,067Retail Food Service12.0%, due 5/09J. JG. Associates, Inc. (6)Senior Loan190,236190,23687,750Consumer Receivable Collectionsno stated rate, no maturityJ. JG. Associates, Inc. (6)Senior Loan36,78136,78122,960Consumer Receivable Collectionsno stated rate, no maturityCar-Matt Real Estate LLC (6)Senior Real Estate Mortgage135,577135,577135,577Real Estate Mortgage12.0%, due 11/08633 Mead Street, LLC (3)(6)Senior Real Estate Mortgage215,000215,000175,000Unimproved real estate15.0%, due 8/08CMCA, LLC (3)Collateralized Business Loan254,379254,379254,379Consumer Receivable Collections12.0%, no stated maturityCMCA, LLC #2 (3)Collateralized Business Loan106,261106,261106,261Consumer Receivable Collections12.0%, no stated maturityAdiel Homes Inc. (6)Senior Real Estate Mortgage270,000270,000270,000Construction Services12.0%, due 1/09Adiel Homes Inc. (6)Senior Real Estate Mortgage89,38689,38689,386Construction Services12.0%, no stated maturityWestern Pottery LLCSubordinated Business Loan361,609361,609361,609Ceramic Sanitaryware Distributor4.25.%, due 6/09Greaves-Peters Laundry Systems Inc.Collateralized Business Loan292,562292,562292,562Laundromat10.9%, due 9/13  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  10    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INVESTMENTS (continued)  Portfolio Valuation as of June 30, 2010Portfolio Company (1)Investment
Investment Rate/MaturityPrincipalNet CostValuePatroon Operating Co. LLCCollateralized Business Loan
10.0%, due 6/12250,000250,000250,000Retail Food ServiceOther Miscellaneous Loans (5)144,973144,973123,919Total Commercial Loans9,474,4988,722,348Corporate Loans Receivable (168.71%) (4)Charlie Browns Acquisition Co.Term Loan B2,146,1012,146,1012,038,796Retail Food Service10.25%, due 10/13Resco Products Inc.Term Loan, First Lien1,494,4051,494,4051,494,405Diversified Manufacturing8.5%, due 6/13Alpha Media Group Inc.Term Loan, First Lien2,155,0142,082,778937,725Publishing12.0%, due 8/14Centaur LLC (6)Term Loan, First Lien1,384,9141,365,1391,108,004Gaming11.25%, due 10/12X-Rite Inc.Term Loan, First Lien1,047,9481,043,1071,039,059Process Control Instruments7.5%, due 10/12BP Metals LLCTerm Loan, First Lien859,567859,567859,567Diversified Manufacturing10.03%, due 6/13Hudson Products Holdings Inc.Term Loan, First Lien1,272,9551,239,3471,234,766Diversified Manufacturing8.5%, due 8/15Education Affiliates Inc.Term Loan, First Lien884,538866,663884,538Private Education8.0%, due 1/15Fairway Group Holdings Corp.Term Loan, First Lien995,000968,162995,000Diversified Supermarkets12.0%, Due 1/15Shearers Foods Inc.Term Loan, First Lien1,000,000978,5421,007,500Wholesale Food Supplier12%, due 6/15Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc.Term Loan, First Lien1,250,0001,250,0001,268,750Multi-platform Defense Systems10%, due 10/13Roundys Supermarkets Inc.Term Loan, First Lien1,225,0001,225,4751,268,750Retail Food Supplier10%, due 6/15Total Corporate Loans15,519,28614,136,860Total loans receivable25,212,76823,078,192Life Insurance Settlement Contracts (16.20%) (4)Life insurance policies5 life insurance policies, aggregate2,568,6911,356,800face value of $17,659,809Equity Investments (12.19%) (4)MBS Steeplecrest, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest--Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipMBS Huntwick, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest--Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipMBS Cranbrook Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest--Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipMBS Serrano, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest50,6008,487Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipMBS Colonnade, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest50,00012,009Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipMBS Briar Meadows, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest--MBS Indian Hollow, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest--Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipMBS Sage Creek, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest50,00018,800Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipMBS Walnut Creek, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest25,000-Rental Real Estate Limited PartnershipMBS Lodge At Stone Oak, Ltd.Limited Partnership Interest60,00030,896Rental Real Estate Limited Partnership238 W. 108 Realty LLC (2)5.00% LLC Interest100,0004,761Residential Real Estate DevelopmentAsset Recovery & Management, LLC (3)30.00% LLC Interest6,0006,000Consumer Receivable Collections633 Mead Street, LLC   (3)57.10% LLC Interest800800Real Estate Development  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  11    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INVESTMENTS (continued)  Portfolio Valuation as of June 30, 2010Portfolio Company (1)Investment
Investment Rate/MaturityPrincipalNet CostValueCMCA, LLC (3)
Consumer Receivable Collections30.00% LLC Interest4,0004,000Soha Terrace II LLC700,000918,295Real Estate Development4.80% LLC InterestFusion Telecommunications
Internet Telephony69,736 Shares of Common Stock367,02711,158EraGen Biosciences
Analytic Compounds17,000 shares of Common Stock25,5005,500Total equity investments1,438,9271,020,706Total investments$$29,220,386$$25,455,698  (1)  Unless otherwise noted, all investments are pledged as collateral for the Notes Payable, Banks (see Note 4 to the consolidated financial statements). (2)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, we are an affiliate of this portfolio company because, as of June 30, 2010, we own 5% or more of the portfolio companys outstanding voting securities. (3)  As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, we maintain control of this portfolio company because we own more than 25% of the portfolio companys outstanding voting securities. (4)  Percentage of net assets. (5)  Other small balance loans. (6)  Loan receivable is on non-accrual status and therefore is considered non-income producing.    The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.  12    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Information at and for the three months ended September 30, 2010 and 2009 are unaudited 1.    Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Financial Statements The consolidated statement of assets and liabilities of Ameritrans Capital Corporation (Ameritrans, the Company, our, us, or we) as of  September 30, 2010, and the related consolidated statements of operations, statement of changes in net assets, and cash flows for the three months ended September 30, 2010 and 2009, have been prepared by the Company, without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC or the Commission). Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. In the opinion of management and the board of directors of the Company (Management and Board of Directors), the accompanying consolidated financial statements include all adjustments (consisting of normal, recurring adjustments) necessary to summarize fairly the Companys financial position and results of operations. The results of operations for the three months ended September 30, 2010, are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations for the full year or any other interim period. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited financial statements and notes thereto included in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2010, as filed with the Commission. Organization and Principal Business Activity Ameritrans Capital Corporation is a Delaware closed-end investment company formed in 1998, which, among other activities, makes loans and investments with the goal of generating both current income and capital appreciation.  Through its subsidiary, Elk Associates Funding Corporation (Elk), the Company makes loans to finance the acquisition and operation of small businesses as permitted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (the SBA).  Ameritrans also makes loans to and invests in opportunities that Elk may be unable to make due to SBA restrictions.  Ameritrans makes loans which have primarily been secured by real estate mortgages or, in the case of corporate loans, generally are senior within the capital structure.  The Company also makes equity investments which have primarily been in income producing real estate properties, or in real estate construction projects. Elk was organized primarily to provide long-term loans to businesses eligible for investments by small business investment companies (each an SBIC) under the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, as amended (the 1958 Act).  Elk makes loans for financing the purchase or continued ownership of businesses that qualify for funding as small concerns under SBA regulations. Both Ameritrans and Elk are registered as business development companies, or BDCs, under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act).  Accordingly, Ameritrans and Elk are subject to the provisions of the 1940 Act governing the operation of BDCs.  Both companies are managed by their executive officers under the supervision of their Boards of Directors. The Company categorizes its investments into five security types:  1) Corporate Loans Receivable; 2) Commercial Loans Receivable; 3) Life Insurance Settlements; 4) Equity Investments; and 5) Medallion Loans Receivable.   For a more detailed description of these investment categories please see the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2010, filed with the Commission by the Company on September 28, 2010 and which is available on the Companys web site at www.ameritranscapital.com . Basis of Consolidation The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Ameritrans, Elk Capital Corporation (Elk Capital), Elk and Elks wholly owned subsidiary, EAF Holding Corporation (EAF).  All significant inter-company transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Elk Capital is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ameritrans, which may engage in lending and investment activities similar to its parent. At September 30, 2010 ECC was not operating any assets. EAF began operations in December 1993 and owns and operates certain real estate assets acquired in satisfaction of defaulted loans by Elk debtors.  At September 30, 2010 EAF was not operating any assets. Investment Valuations The Companys loans receivable, net of participations and any unearned discount are considered investment securities under the 1940 Act and are recorded at fair value. As part of fair value methodology, loans are valued at cost adjusted for any unrealized appreciation (depreciation). Since no ready market exists for these loans, the fair value is determined in good faith by management, and approved by the Board of Directors. In determining the fair value, the Company and Board of Directors consider factors such as the financial  13    condition of the borrower, the adequacy of the collateral, individual credit risks, historical loss experience, and the relationships between current and projected market rates and portfolio rates of interest and maturities. Foreclosed properties, which represent collateral received from defaulted borrowers, are valued similarly. Loans are considered non-performing once they become ninety (90) days past due as to principal or interest. The value of past due loans are periodically determined in good faith by management, and if, in the judgment of management, the amount is not collectible and the fair value of the collateral is less than the amount due, the value of the loan will be reduced to fair value. Equity investments (common stock, preferred stock and stock warrants, including certain controlled subsidiary portfolio investments) and investment securities are recorded at fair value, represented as cost, plus or minus unrealized appreciation or depreciation. Investments for which market quotations are readily available are valued at such quoted amounts.  When no public market exists the fair value of the investment are determined by management and approved by the Board of Directors.  Fair market valuation will be based upon the assets and revenue of the underlying investee companies as well as general market trends for business in the same industry. The Company records the investment in life insurance policies at the Companys estimate of their fair value based upon various factors including a discounted cash flow analysis of anticipated life expectancies, future premium payments, and anticipated death benefits.  The fair value of the investment in life settlement contracts have no ready market and are determined in good faith by management, and approved by the Board of Directors (see Note 2). Because of the inherent uncertainty of valuations, the Companys estimates of the values of the investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market for the investments existed, and the differences could be material. Effective July 1, 2008, the Company adopted Accounting Standard Codification (ASC) 820-10 previously Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 157, Fair Value Measurements (SFAS 157), which expands the application of fair value accounting for investments (see Note 2). Income Taxes The Company has elected to be taxed as a Regulated Investment Company (RIC) under the Internal Revenue Code (the Code).  A RIC generally is not taxed at the corporate level to the extent its income is distributed to its stockholders.  In order to qualify as a RIC, a company must pay out at least 90 percent of its net taxable investment income to its stockholders as well as meet other requirements under the Code.  In order to preserve this election for fiscal year 2010/2011, the Company intends to make the required distributions to its stockholders to the extent the Company has net taxable investment income. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes has been provided in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. No dividends on the Companys common stock have been paid in each of the fiscal years ended June 30, 2010 and 2009 or during the three months ended September 30, 2010, inasmuch as the Company had no taxable investment income during such periods. Accordingly, the Company has maintained its status as a RIC. The Company is subject to certain state and local franchise taxes, as well as related minimum filing fees assessed by state taxing authorities.  Such taxes and fees are included in Other administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations in each of the fiscal years presented.  The Companys tax returns for fiscal years ended 2007 through 2010 are subject to examination by federal, state and local income tax authorities. Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make extensive use of estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of 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.  The fair value of the Companys investments are particularly susceptible to significant changes. Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Per Share Increase (decrease) in net assets per share includes no dilution and is computed by dividing current net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the period.  Diluted increase in net assets per share reflects, in periods in which they have a dilutive effect, the effect of common shares issuable upon the exercise of stock options and warrants.  The difference between reported basic and diluted weighted average common shares results from the assumption that all dilutive stock options outstanding were exercised.  For the periods presented, the effect of common stock equivalents has been excluded from the diluted calculation since the effect would be antidilutive. Dividends Dividends and distributions to our common and preferred stockholders are recorded on the record date.  The amount to be paid out as a dividend is determined by the Board each quarter and is generally based upon the earnings estimated by management.  Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually, although the Company may decide to retain such capital gains for investment.  14    On June 30, 2008, the Board approved and adopted a dividend reinvestment plan that provides for reinvestment of distributions in the Companys Common Stock on behalf of common stockholders, unless a stockholder elects to receive cash.  As a result, if the Board authorizes, and the Company declares, a cash dividend, then those stockholders who have not opted out of the dividend reinvestment plan will have their cash dividends automatically reinvested in additional shares of Common Stock, rather than receiving the cash dividends.  As of September 30, 2010, no shares have been purchased under the Plan. Income Recognition Interest income, including interest on loans in default, is recorded on an accrual basis and in accordance with loan terms to the extent such amounts are expected to be collected.  The Company recognizes interest income on loans classified as non-performing only to the extent that the fair market value of the related collateral exceeds the specific loan balance.  Loans that are not fully collateralized and in the process of collection are placed on nonaccrual status when, in the judgment of management, the collectability of interest and principal is doubtful. Stock Options The Company adopted ASC 718-10 (previously SFAS No. 123R,  Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation ) and related interpretations in accounting for its stock option plans effective January 1, 2006, and accordingly, the Company will expense these grants as required.  Stock-based employee compensation costs in the form of stock options will be reflected in net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations for grants made including and subsequent to January 1, 2006 only, since there were no unvested options outstanding at December 31, 2005, using the fair values established by usage of the Black-Scholes option pricing model, expensed over the vesting period of the underlying option.  Previously, no compensation cost was recognized under these plans, as the Company followed the disclosure-only provisions under guidance at that time. The Companys stock option plans expired on May 21, 2009.  The Company has chosen not to renew the plans and, as a result of the restrictions contained in the 1940 Act, the Companys ability to grant equity-based compensation in the future may be limited due to compensation terms contained in the agreement with our investment advisor. Financial Instruments The carrying value of cash and cash equivalents, accrued interest receivable and payable, and other receivables and payables approximates fair value due to the relative short maturities of these financial instruments.  The Companys investments, including loans receivable, life settlement contracts and equity securities, are carried at their estimated fair value.  The carrying value of the bank debt is a reasonable estimate of their fair value as the interest rates are variable, based on prevailing market rates.  The fair value of the SBA debentures were computed using the discounted amount of future cash flows using the Companys current incremental borrowing rate for similar types of borrowings (see Note 6). Presentation of Prior Quarter Data Certain reclassifications have been made to conform prior quarter data to the current presentation.  Although the reclassifications resulted in changes to certain line items in the previously filed financial statements the overall effect of the reclassifications did not impact net assets available. 2.    Investments The following table shows the Companys portfolio by security type at September 30, 2010 and June 30, 2010:  September 30, 2010June 30, 2010(Unaudited)Security TypeCostFair Value% (1)CostFair Value% (1)Commercial Loans$8,770,681$8,086,81526.5%$9,474,498$8,722,34834.3%Corporate Loans20,623,63519,649,90164.3%15,519,28614,136,86055.5%Life Settlement Contracts2,870,0561,584,0005.2%2,568,6911,356,8005.3%Equity Securities1,438,9271,018,6143.3%1,438,9271,020,7064.0%Taxi Cab Medallion Loans216,403216,4030.7%218,984218,9840.9%Total$33,919,702$30,555,733100.0%$29,220,386$25,455,698100.0%  (1)  Represents percentage of total portfolio at fair value  15    Investments by Industry Investments by industry consist of the following as of September 30, 2010 and June 30, 2010:  Percentage of Portfolio atSeptember 30, 2010June 30, 2010Broadcasting/Telecommunications6.2%7.4%Commercial Construction9.2%10.8%Computer Software7.6%-Construction and Predevelopment6.3%7.5%Debt Collection1.6%1.9%Education2.8%3.5%Gaming-4.4%Gasoline Distribution-2.2%Laundromat-1.1%Life Insurance Settlement Contracts5.2%5.3%Military Defense8.4%5.0%Manufacturing15.6%14.1%Printing/Publishing3.3%3.7%Processing Control Instruments3.2%4.0%Restaurant/Food Service22.4%17.0%Sanitaryware Distributor1.2%1.4%Supermarkets4.9%8.9%Industries less than 1%2.1%1.8%TOTAL100.0%100.0%  Loans Receivable Loans are considered non-performing once they become ninety (90) days past due as to principal or interest.  The Company had twenty and twenty-three loans as of September 30, 2010, and June 30, 2010, respectively, which are considered non-performing in the amount of $4,402,623 and $7,531,813 as of September 30, 2010, and June 30, 2010, respectively.  These loans are either fully or substantially collateralized and are, in some instances, personally guaranteed by the debtor.   Included in the total non-performing loans  are nineteen and twenty loans at September 30, 2010 and June 30, 2010, respectively, aggregating $4,296,362 and $5,360,723 at September 30, 2010, and June 30, 2010, respectively, which are no longer accruing interest, since the loan principal and accrued interest exceed the estimated fair value of the underlying collateral.  The following table sets forth certain information regarding performing and non-performing loans as of September 30, 2010, and June 30, 2010:  September 30, 2010
(Unaudited)June 30, 2010Loans receivable$27,953,119$23,078,192Performing loans23,550,49615,546,379Nonperforming loans$4,402,623$7,531,813Nonperforming loans:Accrual$106,261$2,171,090Nonaccrual4,296,3625,360,723$4,402,623$7,531,813  The Company has pledged its loans receivable and all other assets of the Company as collateral for its lines of credit (see Note 4). As of September 30, 2010 the Company has accrued approximately $78,000 in professional fees, in connection with the Companys Investment Advisory and Management Agreement, as amended, (the Advisory Agreement) with Velocity Capital Advisors LLC related to Corporate Loans. Pursuant to the Advisory Agreement, the Company will pay a pro rated annual base fee of 1.50% per annum of the aggregate fair value of Corporate Loans outstanding at the end of each quarter.  The Advisory Agreement also provides for an Income Based and Capital Gains fee as described therein. Pursuant to the Advisory Agreement, Velocity Capital Advisors serves as the non-discretionary investment adviser to the Company with respect to the investment in below investment grade senior loans and notes, and subordinated notes, which are collectively referred to as Corporate Loans and incidental equity investments received in connection with the investment in the Debt Portfolio  16    (Incidental Equity) (collectively, the Velocity Assets).  All investments in Corporate Loans are subject to the supervision of an investment committee and the Board. At such time as the Velocity Assets exceed $75 million, the Advisers services under the Advisory Agreement will be exclusive to the Company with respect to the Velocity Assets.  The Advisory Agreement may be terminated at any time, without payment of a penalty, upon 60 days written notice, by the vote of stockholders holding a majority of the outstanding voting securities of the Company, or by the vote of the Companys directors or by the Adviser.  The Advisory Agreement will automatically terminate in the event of its assignment by the Adviser. Life Settlement Contracts In September, 2006, the Company entered into a joint venture agreement with an unaffiliated company (the Joint Venture) to purchase previously issued life insurance policies owned by unrelated individuals.  Under the terms of the Joint Venture, the Company was designated as nominee to maintain possession of the policies and process transactions related to such policies until the policies were subsequently sold.  The Company was entitled to receive a twelve percent (12%) annual return on the amount of funds paid by the Company and outstanding on a monthly, prorated basis.  Under the terms of the Joint Venture, proceeds from the sale of the policies are to be distributed, net of direct expenses. As of September 30, 2010, the fair value of the policies owned by the Company was $1,584,000, which represents the estimated fair value for the five life insurance policies with an aggregate face value of $17,659,809. The Companys cost on these policies to date is $2,870,056, including insurance premiums of $301,365, which were paid in the three months ended September 30, 2010. Premiums on the policies must be paid until the policies are sold in order to keep the policies in full force. On April 2, 2009, the Company learned that the manager of the Joint Venture had been charged with various violations of securities laws by the SEC. The SEC obtained a court order freezing the assets of the manager of the Joint Venture and other entities with which he was involved, including the assets of the Joint Venture.  On April 14, 2009, a receiver was appointed (the Receiver) to handle the affairs of the manager of the Joint Venture.   Initially, the Company made certain contributions to the payment of the premiums in order to keep the policies in full force and effect and preserve their value.  Thereafter, utilizing a line of credit secured by certain assets of the Receivership Estate, the Receiver advanced premiums due under certain policies to keep the policies in full force and effect.  The Receiver engaged an independent specialist firm to service and market for sale all of the policies in the Receivership Estate.    Following discussions with the Receiver, the Company negotiated an agreement (the Purchase Agreement), which among other items, granted the Company the right to purchase the policies, subject to certain terms and conditions and court approval. As of January 8, 2010, the Company purchased the life insurance policies pursuant to a purchase agreement (the Purchase Agreement) entered into with the Receiver: 1)  The Company acquired all of the rights to and title and interest in, ten (10) life insurance policies (7 of which had been previously included in the Joint Venture), with an aggregate death benefit of $28,159,809. 2)  The Company agreed to pay the Receiver $30,000 to cover certain expenses; 3)  The Company agreed to pay the Receivership Estate 20% of all recoveries until such time as the Company has recouped approximately $2.1 million plus the amount of any premiums paid following the date of the Purchase Agreement; 4)  The Company agreed to pay the Receivership Estate 50% of all recoveries above the amounts described in Item 3 above; 5)  The Company entered into an agreement of sale on the rescission of one of the original Joint Venture policies.  In accordance with the terms of the settlement agreement with the Receiver, the Company recorded proceeds of $109,857 and recognized a loss on the sale of the policy of $342,496; 6)  The Company agreed to the cancellation of certain claims the Company had against the Receivership Estate for premiums advanced since April 2, 2009; 7)  The Company and the Receivership Estate agreed that the Joint Venture would be cancelled, terminated and have no further effect; and 8)  Despite the retained interest of the Receiver in any recovery, the Company reserved the right, in its sole discretion, to continue to fund premium payments or let any or all of the policies lapse. The Purchase Agreement was dated December 18, 2009, and approved by the court on January 8, 2010. Subsequent to court approval, the Company learned that certain of the policies had lapsed due to non-payment of premiums. After a review of the current financing and regulatory environment, and other opportunities to make loans and investments, the Company decided to exit this line of business and plans to make no new investments in life insurance settlement policies other than the continued payment of premiums on existing investments.  17    The Company is entitled to sell the policies at any time, in its sole discretion and has no obligation to pay future premiums on the various policies.  The approximate future minimum premiums due for each of the next five (5) years and in the aggregate thereafter, based on current life expectancy of the insureds, are as follows:  Year Ending
June 30Policy
Premiums2011 (nine months)$634,6722012846,0962013846,0962014846,0962015846,096Thereafter1,993,441$6,012,497  Fair Value of Investments Effective July 1, 2008, the Company adopted ASC 820-10 (previously SFAS 157, Fair Value Measurements), which expands application of fair value accounting. ASC 820-10 defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and expands disclosure of fair value measurements. ASC 820-10 determines fair value to be the price that would be received for an investment in a current sale, which assumes an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. ASC 820-10 requires the Company to assume that the portfolio investment is sold in a principal market to market participants, or in the absence of a principal market, the most advantageous market, which may be a hypothetical market. Market participants are defined as buyers and sellers in the principal or most advantageous market that are independent, knowledgeable, and willing and able to transact. In accordance with ASC 820-10, the Company has considered its principal market as the market in which the Company exits its portfolio investments with the greatest volume and level of activity. ASC 820-10 specifies a hierarchy of valuation techniques based on whether the inputs to those valuation techniques are observable or unobservable. In accordance with ASC 820-10, these inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below: · Level 1  Valuations based on quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the Company has the ability to access. · Level 2  Valuations based on quoted prices in markets that are not active or for which all significant inputs are observable, either directly or indirectly. · Level 3  Valuations based on inputs that are unobservable and significant to the overall fair value measurement. In addition to using the above inputs in investment valuations, the Company continues to employ the valuation policy approved by its board of directors that is consistent with ASC 820-10 (see Note 1).  Consistent with its valuation policy, the Company evaluates the source of inputs, including any markets in which its investments are trading (or any markets in which securities with similar attributes are trading), in determining fair value. The Companys valuation policy considers the fact that because there is not a readily available market value for most of the investments in its portfolio, the fair value of the investments must typically be determined using unobservable inputs. Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Companys investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of the Companys investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values that the Company may ultimately realize. Further, such investments are generally subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise are less liquid than publicly traded securities. If the Company was required to liquidate a portfolio investment in a forced or liquidation sale, the Company may realize significantly less than the value at which the Company previously recorded it. In addition, changes in the market environment and other events that may occur over the life of the investments may cause the gains or losses ultimately realized on these investments to be different than the valuations currently assigned.  18    Assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis:  Fair Value at Reporting Date UsingSeptember 30, 2010Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets
(Level 1)Significant Other Observable Inputs
(Level 2)Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)Commerical Loans$8,086,815$-$-$8,086,815Corporate Loans19,649,9011,325,000-18,324,901Life Settlement Contracts1,584,000--1,584,000Equity Securities1,018,6149,066-1,009,548Taxicab Medallion Loans216,403--216,403Total Investments$30,555,733$1,334,066$-$29,221,667  Assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3):


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|                                                |   | Commerical Loans                                                        |   | Corporate Loans |   | Life Settlement Contracts |   | Equity Securities |   | Taxicab Medallion Loans |   | Total      
|Beginning balance as of June 30, 2010           | $ | 8,722,348                                                               | $ | 12,868,110      | $ | 1,356,800                 | $ | 1,009,548         | $ | 218,984                 | $ | 24,175,790 
|Net realized gains (losses) on investments      |   | -                                                                       |   | (232,106)       |   | -                         |   | -                 |   | -                       |   | (232,106)  
|Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments    |   | 68,284                                                                  |   | 352,442         |   | (74,165)                  |   | -                 |   | -                       |   | 346,561    
|Purchases of investments                        |   | 1,719                                                                   |   | 7,555,967       |   | 301,365                   |   | -                 |   | -                       |   | 7,859,051  
|Repayments, sales or redemptions of investments |   | (705,536)                                                               |   | (2,219,512)     |   | -                         |   | -                 |   | (2,581)                 |   | (2,927,629)
|Transfers in and/or out of Level 3              |   | -                                                                       |   | -               |   | -                         |   | -                 |   | -                       |   | -          
|Ending balance as of September 30, 2010         | $ | 8,086,815                                                               | $ | 18,324,901      | $ | 1,584,000                 | $ | 1,009,548         | $ | 216,403                 | $ | 29,221,667 




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|The amount of total gains or losses for the period included in changes in net assets attributable to the change in unrealized gains or losses relating to assets still held at the reporting date. |  | $ | 346,561  
|Gains and losses (realized and unrealized) included in net decrease in net assets from operations for the period above are reported as follows:                                                    |  |   |          
|Net gain (loss) on sales and dispositions                                                                                                                                                          |  |   | (232,106)
|Change in unrealized gains or losses relating to assets still held at reporting date                                                                                                               |  | $ | 114,455  

3.   Debentures Payable to SBA At September 30, 2010, and June 30, 2010, debentures payable to the SBA consisted of subordinated debentures with interest payable semiannually, as follows:  Issue DateDue Date% Interest RateSeptember 30, 2010June 30, 2010Annual Amount of Interest and User FeesJuly 2002September 20124.67 (1)$  2,050,000$   2,050,000$    113,488December 2002March 20134.63 (1)3,000,0003,000,000164,880September 2003March 20144.12 (1)5,000,0005,000,000249,300February 2004March 20144.12 (1)1,950,0001,950,00097,227December 2009March 20204.11 (2)9,175,0009,175,000402,782$ 21,175,000$21,175,000$ 1,027,677  (1) Elk is also required to pay an additional user fee of 0.866% on these debentures. (2) Elk is also required to pay an additional user fee of 0.28% on these debentures.  19    Under the terms of the subordinated debentures, Elk may not repurchase or retire any of its capital stock or make any distributions to its stockholders other than dividends out of retained earnings (as computed in accordance with SBA regulations) without the prior written approval of the SBA. Pursuant to SBAs issuance of leverage in the form of debentures in the aggregate of $9,175,000, Elk submitted an application to draw the full amount of the awarded fiscal year 2009 commitment. SBA approved the leverage request and on December 2, 2009, Elk received the disbursement of $9,175,000 from the long term guaranteed debenture, and paid fees totaling $314,244.  In accordance with SBA regulation, $91,750 of these fees were paid prior to closing therefore the net fees at closing were $222,494.  The net proceeds of the draw were $8,952,506. Elk is required to calculate the amount of capital impairment each reporting period based on SBA regulations. The purpose of the calculation is to determine if the Undistributed Net Realized Earnings (Deficit) after adjustment for net unrealized gain or loss on securities exceeds the SBA regulatory limits. If so, Elk is considered to have impaired capital.  As of September 30, 2010, Elks calculated maximum impairment percentage (regulatory limit) was 40% with a calculated capital impairment percentage of approximately 43.3%. Accordingly, Elk had a condition of capital impairment as of September 30, 2010.   In October 2010, members of management met with representatives of SBA for a portfolio review meeting.  After discussions with SBA, management has undertaken a plan to invest additional equity in Elk which, it is anticipated, will cure the condition of capital impairment. 4.     Notes Payable Banks At September 30, 2010, the Company had lines of credit with two (2) banks aggregating $472,000 with no balance outstanding, as each line had been paid in full as of August 31, 2010. The credit line in the amount of $120,000 was extended to July 6, 2011. The credit line of $352,000 was extended to December 10, 2010. Both lines were extended under the same terms and conditions. Although each of these loans was paid in full, the lines remain available until their respective maturity dates. Pursuant to the terms of the current agreements the Company is required to comply with certain covenants and conditions, as defined in the agreements. The Company has pledged its loans receivable and all other assets as collateral for the above lines of credit. Pursuant to the SBA agreement and an intercreditor agreement among the lending banks and the SBA, the SBA agreed to subordinate the SBA Debentures outstanding in favor of the banks. In accordance with the loan documentation with the SBA and the banks, the Company must also comply with maintaining overall debt levels within a formula based upon the performance of its loan portfolio according to an SBA formula borrowing base, which is submitted for review to the SBA and the banks for periodic review. The Company was in compliance with the terms and conditions of the borrowing base at September 30, 2010. Other On December 22, 2009, the Company issued $2,025,000 aggregate principal amount of its 8.75% notes due December 2011 (the December Notes) in a private offering.  The December Notes bear interest at a rate of 8.75%, payable quarterly, but the Company has the option to extend the December Notes until December 2012 at a rate of 5.5%, plus the then-current prime rate.  The December Notes are redeemable by the Company at any time upon not less than 30 days prior notice.  A member of the Companys Board of Directors, and certain affiliated entities acquired $1,375,000 of the December Notes in the offering. The total amount of interest incurred on these related-party December Notes was $29,744 for the three months ended September 30, 2010. On March 24, 2010, the Company issued $975,000 of  its 8.75% notes due March 2012 (the March Notes and together with the December Notes, the Notes).  The March Notes have the same terms as the December Notes, except the March Notes mature in March 2012.  The Company has the option to extend the March Notes until March 2013 at a rate of 5.5%, plus the then-current prime rate.  A member of the Companys Board of Directors and certain affiliated entities acquired $660,000 of the March Notes in the offering. The total amount of interest incurred on these related-party March Notes was $14,277 for the three months ended September 30, 2010. 5.     Dividends to Stockholders The following table sets forth the dividends accrued by the Company on its Preferred Stock for the three months ended September 30, 2010, and 2009:  For the three months ended September 30, 2010Dividend Per ShareAmountDeclaration DateRecord DatePay DatePreferred Stock:First Quarter
(July 1, 2010  September 30, 2010)$0.2812584,375UndeclaredNot Yet Determined   20     For the three months ended September 30, 2009Dividend Per ShareAmountDeclaration DateRecord DatePay DatePreferred Stock:First Quarter
(July 1, 2009  September 30, 2009)$0.2812584,37502/25/1003/08/1003/12/10  The Company did not declare or pay any dividends on its Common Stock during the three months ended September 30, 2010 and 2009. 6.     Financial Instruments Fair value is defined as the amount at which the instrument could be exchanged in a current transaction between willing parties. The fair values presented below have been determined by using available market information and by applying valuation methodologies. Loans Receivable and Life Settlement Contracts · Loans receivable and life settlement contracts are recorded at their estimated fair value (see Note 2). Investment Securities · The estimated fair value of publicly traded equity securities is based on quoted market prices and privately held equity securities are recorded at their estimated fair value (see Note 2). Debt · The carrying value of the bank debt is a reasonable estimate of fair value as the interest rates are variable, based on prevailing market rates. · The fair value of the SBA debentures was computed using the discounted amount of future cash flows using the Companys current incremental borrowing rate for similar types of borrowings.  The estimated fair values of such debentures as of September 30, 2010, and June 30, 2010, were approximately $21,239,515 and $21,247,000 respectively.  However, the Company does not expect that the estimated fair value amounts determined for these debentures would be realized in an immediate settlement of such debentures with the SBA. · The carrying value of the note payable, other is a reasonable estimate of the fair value based on prevailing market rates. Other The carrying value of cash and cash equivalents, accrued interest receivable and payable, and other receivables and payables approximates fair value due to the relative short maturities of these financial instruments 7.     Related Party Transactions Total occupancy costs under existing leases and overhead cost reimbursement agreements paid to a law firm related to the Companys former Chairman of the Board and certain other officers and directors of the Company and to another entity in which an officer of the Company has a financial interest amounted to $0 and $74,875 for the three months ended September 30, 2010 and 2009, respectively. See Note 4, Note Payable, Other, for additional related party transactions. 8.     Commitments and Contingencies Litigation From time to time, the Company is engaged in various legal proceedings incident to the ordinary course of its business.  In the opinion of the Companys management and based upon the advice of legal counsel, there is no proceeding pending, or to the knowledge of management threatened, which in the event of an adverse decision would result in a material adverse effect on the Companys results of operations or financial condition.  21     9.     Stock Option Plans The Companys stock option plans expired on May 21, 2009 Employee Incentive Stock Option Plan An employee stock option plan (the 1999 Employee Plan) was adopted by the Ameritrans Board, including a majority of the non-interested directors, and approved by a vote of the stockholders, in order to link the personal interests of key employees to the Companys long-term financial success and the growth of stockholder value.  The Plan had a ten (10) year life which expired in May, 2009.  Subsequent amendments to the 1999 Employee Plan were approved by the stockholders in January 2002 and June 2007.  The amendments increased the number of shares reserved under the plan to 300,000 shares. The 1999 Employee Plan authorized the grant of incentive stock options within the meaning of the Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code for the purchase of an aggregate of 300,000 shares (subject to adjustment for stock splits and similar capital changes) of Common Stock to the Companys employees.   Effective as of May 21, 2009, in accordance with the terms of the 1999 Employee Plan, the Board can no longer issue incentive stock options pursuant to such plan.  The Board adopted the 1999 Employee Plan to be in a better position attract, motivate, and retain as employees people upon whose judgment and special skills the Companys success in large measure depends.  As of September 30, 2010, options to purchase an aggregate of 262,425 shares of Common Stock were outstanding and fully vested. The 1999 Employee Plan is administered by the 1999 Employee Plan Committee of the Board, which is comprised solely of non-employee directors (who are outside directors within the meaning of Section 152(m) of the Internal Revenue Code and disinterested persons within the meaning of Rule 16b-3 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the Exchange Act). The committee can make such rules and regulations and establish such procedures for the administration of the 1999 Employee Plan as it deems appropriate.  Effective May 21, 2009, the 1999 Employee Plan expired. Non-Employee Director Stock Option Plan A stock option plan for non-employee directors (the Director Plan) was adopted by the Ameritrans Board and approved by a vote of the stockholders, in order to link the personal interests of non-employee directors to the Companys long-term financial success and the growth of stockholder value.  The Director Plan is substantially identical to, and the successor to, a non-employee director stock option plan adopted by the Board of Elk and approved by its stockholders in September 1998 (the Elk Director Plan).  Ameritrans and Elk submitted an application for, and received on August 31, 1999, an exemptive order relating to these plans from the SEC.  The Director Plan was amended by the Board on November 14, 2001, and approved by the stockholders at the Annual Meeting on January 18, 2002.  The amendment is still subject to the approval of the Securities and Exchange Commission.  The amendment (i) increases the number of shares reserved under the plan from 75,000 to 125,000 and (ii) authorizes the automatic grant of an option to purchase up to 1,000 shares at the market value at the date of grant to each eligible director who is re-elected to the Board. The total number of shares for which options may be granted from time to time under the Director Plan is 75,000 shares.  As of September 30, 2010, options to purchase an aggregate of 59,000 shares of common stock were outstanding and 33,462 fully vested under the Director Plan.  The Director Plan is administered by a committee of directors who are not eligible to participate in the Director Plan.  Effective May 21, 2009, the Director Plan expired. Options Granted, Expired and Canceled There were no options granted or canceled during either of the three month periods ended September 30, 2010 and 2009. No options expired during the three month periods ended September 30, 2010 and 2009. After adoption of ASC 718-10 (previously SFAS No. 123R,  Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation )  (see Note 1), the fair value of the options granted amounted to $191,040 at September 30, 2010, and June 30, 2010, which is reflected as additional paid-in capital in the accompanying consolidated statements of assets and liabilities.  Compensation expense related to options vested for the three months ended September 30, 2010 and 2009 was $0 and $1,450, respectively.  As of September 30, 2010, there was no deferred compensation related to unvested options.  22    The following tables summarize information about the transactions of both stock option plans as of September 30, 2010:  Stock OptionsNumber of OptionsWeighted
Average
Exercise Price
Per ShareOptions outstanding at June 30, 2010321,425$3.71GrantedCanceled--Expired--Exercised--Options outstanding at September 30, 2010321,425$3.71  Options OutstandingOptions ExercisableRange of Exercise PricesNumber Outstanding at
September 30, 2010Weighted Average Years Remaining Contractual LifeWeighted Average Exercise PriceNumber Exercisable at September 30, 2010Weighted Average Exercise Price$ 5.56-$ 6.1229,425.25$5.8129,425$5.81$3.6013,8882.64$3.6013,888$3.60$5.2880,0002.66$5.2880,000$5.28$5.309,4331.23$5.309,433$5.30$4.5020,0002.03$4.5020,000$4.50$4.9310,1411.61$4.9310,141$4.93$2.36133,0003.03$2.36133,000$2.36$1.7825,5383.60$1.7825,538$1.78$ 1.78-$ 6.12321,4252.49$3.71321,425$3.71  10.     Financial Highlights  Three MonthsEndedSeptember 30, 2010Three MonthsEndedSeptember 30, 2009Year Ended June 30, 2010Net share dataNet asset value at the beginning of the period$1.40$3.40$3.40Net investment loss(0.22)(0.25)(1.17)Net realized and unrealized losses on investments0.05(0.63)(0.71)Net decrease in net assets from operations(0.17)(0.88)(1.88)Distributions to Stockholders (4)(0.02)-(0.12)Total decrease in net asset value(0.19)(0.88)(2.00)Net asset value at the end of the period$1.21$2.52$1.40Per share market value at beginning of period$1.32$1.63$1.63Per share market value at end of period$1.10$0.78$1.32Total return (1)(16.7)%(52.2%)(11.6%)Ratios/supplemental dataAverage net assets (2) (in 000s)$4,436$10,058$8,160Total expense ratio (3)113.4%43.8%69.0%Net investment loss to average net assets (5)(69.0%)(33.7%)(48.8%)  (1) Total return is calculated by dividing the change in market value of a share of common stock during the year, assuming the reinvestment of dividends on the payment date, by the per share market value at the beginning of the year. (2) Average net assets excludes capital from preferred stock. (3) Total expense ratio represents total expenses divided by average net assets annualized for interim periods. (4) Amount represents total dividends on both common and preferred stock divided by weighted average shares. (5) Annualized for interim periods.   23     11.   Subsequent Events The Company has evaluated subsequent events that have occurred through November 15, 2010, the date of the financial statements issuance. On November 10, 2010, Michael Feinsod, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company was elected Chairman of the Companys Board of directors. On November 12, 2010, notice was given to two officers of the Company, Lee Forlenza and Ellen Walker, that their employment contracts would not be renewed following the expiration of their current terms. 12.    Recent Accounting Pronouncements In January 2010, FASB issued ASU No. 2010-06, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures (Topic 820), that requires reporting entities to make new disclosures about recurring or nonrecurring fair-value measurements including significant transfers into and out of Level 1 and Level 2 fair-value measurements and information on purchases, sales, issuances, and settlements on a gross basis in the reconciliation of Level 3 fair-value measurements.  The FASB also clarified existing fair-value measurement disclosure guidance about the level of disaggregation, inputs, and valuation techniques. The new and revised disclosures are required to be implemented for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2009, except for the disclosures about purchases, sales, issuances, and settlements of Level 3 activity.  Those disclosures are effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2010.  The adoption of FASB ASU 2010-06 did not have a material impact on the Companys financial condition and results of operations. In December 2009, FASB issued ASU No. 2009-17, Consolidations: Improvements to Financial Reporting by Enterprises Involved with Variable Interest Entities, that amends the FASB ASC for the issuance of FASB Statement No. 167, Amendments to FASB Interpretation No. 46(R).  The amendments in this ASU replace the quantitative-based risks and rewards calculation for determining which reporting entity, if any, has a controlling financial interest in a variable interest entity (VIE) with an approach focused on identifying which reporting entity has the power to direct the activities of a variable interest entity that most significantly impact such entitys economic performance and (1) the obligation to absorb losses of such entity or (2) the right to receive benefits from such entity. An approach that is expected to be primarily qualitative will be more effective for identifying which reporting entity has a controlling financial interest in a variable interest entity. The amendments in ASU No. 2009-17 also require additional disclosures about a reporting entitys involvement in variable interest entities, which will enhance the information provided to users of financial statements.  ASU No. 2009-17 is effective for annual periods beginning after November 15, 2009.  The adoption of this standard did not have a material impact on the Companys financial condition and results of operations. In June 2009, FASB issued ASC 810 (previously SFAS No. 167, Amendments to FASB Interpretation No. 46(R), which amends the guidance in FASB Interpretation No. (FIN) 46(R), Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities ). It requires reporting entities to evaluate former qualifying special-purpose entities (QSPEs) for consolidation, changes the approach to determining the primary beneficiary of a VIE from a quantitative assessment to a qualitative assessment designed to identify a controlling financial interest, and increases the frequency of required reassessments to determine whether a company is the primary beneficiary of a VIE. It also clarifies, but does not significantly change, the characteristics that identify a VIE. ASC 810 requires additional year-end and interim disclosures for public and non-public companies that are similar to the disclosures required by FSP FAS 140-4 and FIN 46(R)-8, Disclosures by Public Entities (Enterprises) about Transfers of Financial Assets and Interests in Variable Interest Entities.  ASC 810 is effective as of the  beginning of a companys first fiscal year that begins after November 15, 2009, and for subsequent interim and annual reporting periods. All QSPEs and entities currently subject to FIN 46(R) will need to be reevaluated under the amended consolidation requirements as of the beginning of the first annual reporting period that begins after November 15, 2009. Early adoption is prohibited. The adoption of the provisions of ASC 810 did have a material impact on the Companys financial condition and results of operations. In June 2009, the FASB issued ASC 860 (previously SFAS No. 166, Accounting for Transfer of Financial Assets, which amends the guidance in SFAS No. 140, Accounting for Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishments of Liabilities).  It eliminates the QSPEs concept, creates more stringent conditions for reporting a transfer of a portion of a financial asset as a sale, clarifies the derecognition criteria, revises how retained interests are initially measured, and removes the guaranteed mortgage securitization recharacterization provisions. ASC 860 requires additional year-end and interim disclosures for public and nonpublic companies that are similar to the disclosures required by FSP FAS 140-4 and FIN 46(R)-8. ASC 860 is effective as of the beginning of a companys first fiscal year that begins after November 15, 2009, and for subsequent interim and annual reporting periods. ASC 860s disclosure requirements must be applied to transfers that occurred before and after its effective date. Early adoption is prohibited. The adoption of the provisions of ASC 860 did not have a material impact on the Companys financial condition and results of operations.  24     ITEM  2.   MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The information contained in this section should be read in conjunction with the consolidated Financial Statements and Notes thereto appearing in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q and in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2010, filed with the Commission by the Company on September 28, 2010, and which is available on the Companys web site at www.ameritranscapital.com. CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES Investment Valuations The Companys loans receivable, net of participations, are considered investment securities under the 1940 Act and are recorded at fair value. As part of fair value methodology, loans are valued at cost adjusted for any unrealized appreciation (depreciation). Since no ready market exists for these loans, the fair value is determined in good faith by management, and approved by the Board of Directors. In determining the fair value, the Company and Board of Directors consider factors such as the financial condition of the borrower, the adequacy of the collateral, individual credit risks, historical loss experience, and the relationships between current and projected market rates and portfolio rates of interest and maturities. Foreclosed properties, which represent collateral received from defaulted borrowers, are valued similarly. Loans are considered non-performing once they become 90 days past due as to principal or interest. The value of past due loans are periodically determined in good faith by management, and if, in the judgment of management, the amount is not collectible and the fair value of the collateral is less than the amount due, the value of the loan will be reduced to fair value .Equity investments (common stock and stock warrants, including certain controlled subsidiary portfolio investments) and investment securities are recorded at fair value. The Company records the investment in life insurance policies at fair value, represented as cost, plus or minus unrealized appreciation or depreciation. The fair value of the investment in life settlement contracts have no ready market and are determined in good faith by management, and approved by the Board of Directors, based on secondary market conditions, policy characteristics and actuarial life expectancy, including health evaluations. Because of the inherent uncertainty of valuations, the Companys estimates of the values of the investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market for the investments existed, and the differences could be material. Effective July 1, 2008, the Company adopted ASC 820-10 (previously SFAS 157, Fair Value Measurements), which expands the application of fair value accounting for investments. Assets Acquired in Satisfaction of Loans Assets acquired in satisfaction of loans are carried at the estimated fair value adjusted for estimated cost of disposal.  Losses incurred at the time of foreclosure are charged to the unrealized depreciation on loans receivable.  Subsequent reductions in estimated net realizable value are charged to operations as losses on assets acquired in satisfaction of loans. Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make extensive use of estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of 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.  Estimates that are particularly susceptible to significant change relate to the determination of the fair value of the Companys investments. Income Recognition Interest income, including interest on loans in default, is recorded on an accrual basis and in accordance with loan terms to the extent such amounts are expected to be collected.  The Company recognizes interest income on loans classified as non-performing only to the extent that the fair market value of the related collateral exceeds the specific loan balance.  Loans that are not fully collateralized and in the process of collection are placed on nonaccrual status when, in the judgment of management, the collectability of interest and principal is doubtful.  25     Contingencies The Company is subject to legal proceedings in the course of its daily operations from enforcement of its rights in disputes pursuant to the terms of various contractual arrangements.  In this connection, the Company assesses the likelihood of any adverse judgment or outcome to these matters as well as a potential range of probable losses.  A determination of the amount of reserve required, if any, for these contingencies is made after careful analysis of each individual issue.  The required reserves may change in the future due to new developments in each matter or changes in approach, such as a change in settlement strategy in dealing with these matters. General Ameritrans acquired Elk on December 16, 1999. Elk is an SBIC that has been operating since 1980, making loans to (and, to a limited extent, investments in) small businesses, who qualify under SBA Regulations. Most of Elks business historically consisted of originating and servicing loans collateralized by taxi medallions and loans to and investments in other diversified businesses.  Since completing the sale of the medallion portfolio, most of the Companys net interest income has been generated from its Corporate and Commercial loans. Historically, Elks earnings derived primarily from net interest income, which is the difference between interest earned on interest-earning assets (consisting of business loans), and the interest paid on interest-bearing liabilities (consisting of indebtedness to Elks banks and subordinated debentures issued to the SBA). Net interest income is a function of the net interest rate spread, which is the difference between the average yield earned on interest-earning assets and the average interest rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities, as well as the average balance of interest-earning assets as compared to interest-bearing liabilities. Unrealized appreciation or depreciation on loans and investments is recorded when Elk adjusts the value of a loan to reflect managements estimate of the fair value, as approved by the Board of Directors.  Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended September 30, 2010 and 2009 Total Investment Income The Companys investment income for the three months ended September 30, 2010, increased $246,620, or 97%, to $500,378, as compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009. The increase was predominantly due to a larger portfolio and, to a lesser extent, higher interest rates. Corporate Loans outstanding as of September 30, 2010, increased by $8,706,901, or 80%, to $19,649,901, as compared with September 30, 2009.  The interest earned on Corporate Loans increased in 2010, as compared with the prior year, primarily due to new loans at higher interest rates.   The increase in Corporate Loans outstanding was due to new funding of $15,000,000; partially, offset by the sale of three loans for $3,600,000; payoff of loans of approximately $1,900,000 and the aggregate decrease of fair value of certain Corporate Loans of approximately $400,000. Commercial Loans outstanding as of September 30, 2010 decreased by $2,410,198, or 23%, to $8,086,815 as compared with September 30, 2009.  The decrease in Commercial Loans was due to loan amortization and paid off loans of approximately $2,700,000, partially offset by new loans of approximately $290,000. Medallion loans outstanding as of September 30, 2010 decreased by $102,297, or 32%, to $216,403, as compared with September 30, 2009.   Medallion Loans declined in portfolio size, due to amortization and the settlement of one loan, which led to a decrease in medallion income for the quarter September 30, 2010 of approximately $2,000 as compared to the same period September 30, 2009. Life settlement contracts outstanding as of September 30, 2010 increased by $1,192,000, or 304%, to $1,584,000, as compared with $392,000 at September 30, 2009.     The fair value of our life settlement portfolio of $1,584,000 as of September 30, 2010, represents our estimate of the policies fair value based upon various factors,  including a discounted cash flow analysis of anticipated life expectancies, future premium payments, anticipated death benefits related to to the five life insurance policies which have an aggregate face value of $17,659,809. Operating Expenses Interest expense for the three months ended September 30, 2010 increased $161,332, or 97%, to $327,592, as compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009.  This was due to an increase in SBA debentures and other notes outstanding. Salaries and employee benefits for the three months ended September 30, 2010 decreased $85,637, or 19%, to $364,519 when compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009.  This decrease was due to a reduction in staff, a decrease in pension expense and a decline in officers salaries pursuant to a revision of an officers employment contract. Occupancy costs for the three months ended September 30, 2010, decreased by approximately $31,000, or 42%, to $43,785 when compared with the three months ended September 30, 2009.   This was due to new leases for space in New York City and Jericho, New York at lower cost than the prior space.  26    Professional fees for the three months ended September 30, 2010 increased $57,451 to $266,289, or approximately 28%, when compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009. Consulting fees related to accounting and compliance increased by approximately $35,000, of which $33,000 was attributable to the engagement of a new chief financial officer. Legal fees to non-related parties increased approximately $58,000 to $98,897, or approximately 144% when compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009.  This increase was primarily attributable to foreclosure expenses of approximately $14,000; SEC-related matters of approximately $12,000; issues related to sublease of space aggregating approximately $10,000; SBA-related matters of approximately $10,000; and various other general and employment-related matters aggregating approximately $12,000.  Legal fees associated with the Companys life settlement portfolio decreased by $26,825 when compared to September 30, 2009. These decreases were primarily due to the fact that restructuring of the investment has been completed.  Accounting fees decreased approximately $5,575 to $55,450 when compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009.  Audit fees increased approximately $3,310 to $42,976, when compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009.   Offsetting this increase was a decrease in accounting fees for internal controls of $9,778 to $20,222 when compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009.  This decrease in our accounting fees was primarily attributable to the Companys prior implementation of, and compliance with, Section 404 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002, including the improvement of documentation related to our internal control over financial reporting. Director fees for the three months ended September 30, 2010 increased $14,360, or 46%, to $45,158 when compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009.  Effective January 1, 2010, non-employee directors will be paid $25,000 per annum or $6,250 per quarter.  In addition each non-employee director will receive a fee of $1,000 for each meeting attended and $500 for each telephone or brief board meeting attended. Advisory Fees increased approximately $4,464, or 9%, to $49,464 when compared to the three months ended September 30, 2009. This was due to an increase in the size of the Corporate Loan portfolio. Miscellaneous administrative expenses increased $41,615, to $166,733, or 33%, when compared with the three months ended September 30, 2009.  This increase was due to one-time moving expenses of approximately $18,000, website expense of approximately $7,500, office expense fees of approximately $7,200, market data fees of approximately $4,000, transfer agent fees of approximately $5,800, SBA Commitment fees of approximately $7,600, and other miscellaneous fees of approximately $5,300 partially offset by a decrease in line fees  of approximately $3,400, insurance expenses of approximately $3,000, and computer fees of approximately $7,000. Decrease in Net Assets from Operations and Net Unrealized/Realized Gains (Losses) Net decrease in net assets results from operations for the three months ended September 30, 2010 was $594,549. As compared to a net decrease in assets results from operations for the three months ended September 30, 2009 of $2,973,998. The improved performance in operations in the 2010 three-month period was, primarily, attributable to the growth of our investment portfolio, using the proceeds of the additional SBA Debentures and the cost reductions implemented by management. Financial Condition at September 30, 2010 and June 30, 2010 Assets and Liabilities Total assets decreased $1,349,712 to $32,559,650, at September 30, 2010, as compared with total assets of $33,909,362 at June 30, 2010. This net decrease was primarily due to an overall decrease in cash and cash equivalents of approximately $6,500,000, which was utilized, primarily, to fund additional investments and general operations during the period. The decrease in cash and cash equivalents was partially offset by an overall increase in investments of approximately $5,100,000, which was, primarily, attributable to funding of new loans of
approximately $7,900,000 and net appreciation of investments of approximately $170,000, partially offset by payoffs of loans receivable aggregating approximately $1,800,000 and the sale of loans aggregating $1,100,000. Total liabilities decreased by, approximately $670,000, to $24,863,000 at September 30,2010, as compared to $25,533,000 at June 30, 2010, primarily, due to the payoff of outstanding bank credit lines of $370,000 and a reduction in interest payable and accounts payable of approximately $300,000. Liquidity and Capital Resources The Company has funded its operations through private and public placements of its securities, bank financing, the issuance to the SBA of its subordinated debentures and internally generated funds. At September 30, 2010, approximately 86% of the Companys indebtedness was due to debentures issued to the SBA with fixed rates of interest plus user fees resulting in rates ranging from 4.39% to 5.54%. At September 30, 2010, approximately 12% of the Companys indebtedness was represented by certain notes payable which were issued in December, 2009, and March 2010, and bear an interest rate of 8.5%.  At September 30, 2010, the Company had available $452,000 of credit lines from its banks, of which $0 was drawn down as of that date, subject to the statutory and regulatory limitations imposed by the SBA.  27     In September 2006, the Company invested in life settlement contracts which require the Company to continue premium payments to keep the policies in force through the insureds life expectancy, or until such time the policies are sold.  The Company may sell the policies at any time, at its sole discretion.  However, if the Company chooses to keep the policies, as of and after September 30, 2010, premium payments due through the life expectancy of the insured are approximately $4,019,000 through June 30, 2015 and approximately $1,993,000 thereafter (see Note 2 of the consolidated financial statements). On December 2, 2009, the Company received from the SBA an additional $9,175,000 in SBA long term guaranteed debentures.  The debentures carried an initial interest rate of 0.28%.  On March 23, 2010, the debentures were pooled and a interest rate set of 4.117% was established. Loan amortization and prepayments also provide a source of funding for the Company. Prepayments on loans are influenced significantly by general interest rates, economic conditions and competition. The Company will distribute at least 90% of its investment company taxable income, if any, and, accordingly, will continue to rely upon external sources of funds to finance growth. No dividends on the Companys common stock have been paid in each of the fiscal years ended June 30, 2010 and 2009 or during the three months ended September 30, 2010, inasmuch as the Company had no taxable investment income during such periods. Accordingly, the Company has maintained its status as a RIC. To provide the funds necessary for expansion, management expects to raise additional capital and to incur, from time to time, additional bank indebtedness and to obtain SBA loans. There can be no assurances that such additional financing will be available on acceptable terms. Recently Issued Accounting Standards Refer to Note 12 in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for a summary of the recently issued accounting pronouncements. ITEM 3.     QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURE ABOUT MARKET RISK The Companys business activities contain elements of risk. The Company considers the principal types of risk to be fluctuations in interest rates and portfolio valuations.  The Company considers the management of risk essential to conducting its businesses.  Accordingly, the Companys risk management systems and procedures are designed to identify and analyze the Companys risks, to set appropriate policies and limits and to continually monitor these risks and limits by means of reliable administrative and information systems and other policies and programs. The Company values its investment portfolio at fair value as determined in good faith by the Companys Board of Directors in accordance with the Companys valuation policy.  Unlike certain lending institutions, the Company is not permitted to establish reserves for loan losses.  Instead, the Company must value each individual investment and portfolio loan on a quarterly basis.  The Company records unrealized depreciation on investments and loans when it believes that an asset has been impaired and full collection is unlikely.  Without a readily ascertainable market value, the estimated value of the Companys portfolio of investments may differ significantly from the values that would be placed on the investment portfolio if there existed a ready market for the investments.  The Company adjusts the valuation of the portfolio quarterly to reflect the Board of Directors estimate of the current fair value of each component of the portfolio.  Any changes in estimated fair value are recorded in the Companys statement of operations as net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on investments. In addition, the illiquidity of our investment portfolio may adversely affect our ability to dispose of investments at times when it may be advantageous for us to liquidate such investments.  Also, if we were required to liquidate some or all of the investments in the portfolio, the proceeds of such liquidation might be significantly less than the current value of such investments.  Because we borrow money to make loans and investments, our net operating income is dependent upon the difference between the rate at which we borrow funds and the rate at which we loan and invest these funds.  As a result, there can be no assurance that a significant change in market interest rates will not have a material adverse effect on our interest income.  As interest rates rise, our interest costs increase, decreasing the net interest rate spread we receive and thereby adversely affect our profitability. Although we intend to continue to manage our interest rate risk through asset and liability management, including the use of interest rate swaps, general rises in interest rates will tend to reduce our interest rate spread in the short term. Assuming that the assets and liabilities were to remain constant and no actions were taken to alter the existing interest rate sensitivity, based on the balances at September 30, 2010, a hypothetical immediate 1% increase in interest rates would have resulted in an additional net increase in net assets from operations of $55,764 at September 30, 2010. This is based on a 1% increase in the Companys loans receivable at variable interest rate terms. There is no offset to this because, at September 30, 2010, the Company had no outstanding variable rate loans payable. This hypothetical does not take into account interest rate floors or caps on the Companys loan receivable portfolio.  No assurances can be given however, that actual results would not differ materially from the potential outcome simulated by these estimates.  28    ITEM 4.  CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Disclosure Controls and Procedures Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15( e ) and 15d-15( e) under the Exchange Act). Our management, with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Financial Officer, conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures.  Based on such evaluation, our management, including our Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of September 30, 2010. Because of their inherent limitations, disclosure controls and procedures may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risks that disclosure controls and procedures may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. Internal Control over Financial Reporting There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting during the three months ended  September 30, 2010 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Companys internal control over financial reporting. IMPORTANT FACTORS RELATING TO FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This Quarterly Report includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act. The matters discussed in this Quarterly Report, as well as in future oral and written statements by management of Ameritrans Capital Corporation, that are forward-looking statements are based on current management expectations that involve substantial risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or our future financial performance. We generally identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as may, will, should, expects, plans, anticipates, could, intends, target, projects, contemplates, believes, estimates, predicts, potential or continue or the negative of these terms or other similar words. Important assumptions include our ability to originate new investments, achieve certain margins and levels of profitability, the availability of additional capital, and the ability to maintain certain debt to asset ratios. In light of these and other uncertainties, the inclusion of a projection or forward-looking statement in this Quarterly Report should not be regarded as a representation by us that our plans or objectives will be achieved. The forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report include but are not limited to statements as to: · our future operating results; · our business prospects and the prospects of our existing and prospective portfolio companies; · the impact of investments that we expect to make; · our informal relationships with third parties; · the dependence of our future success on the general economy and its impact on the industries in which we invest; · the ability of our portfolio companies to achieve their objectives; · our expected financings and investments; · our regulatory structure and tax treatment; · our ability to operate as a BDC and a RIC; and · the adequacy of our cash resources and working capital. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made in this Quarterly Report relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this Quarterly Report.  29    PART II.  OTHER INFORMATION INFORMATION INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE. Certain information previously disclosed in Part I of this quarterly report on Form 10-Q are incorporated by reference into Part II of this quarterly report on Form 10-Q. Item 1. Legal Proceedings The Company is not currently a party to any material legal proceeding. From time to time, the Company is engaged in various legal proceedings incident to the ordinary course of its business. In the opinion of the Companys management and based upon the advice of legal counsel, there is no proceeding pending, or to the knowledge of management threatened, which in the event of an adverse decision would result in a material adverse effect on the Companys results of operations or financial condition. Item 1A. Risk Factors None Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds None Item 3. Default upon Senior Securities None Item 4. Removed and Reserved Item 5. Other Information None. Item 6. Exhibits The Exhibits filed as part of this report on Form 10-Q are listed on the Exhibit Index immediately preceding such Exhibits, which Exhibit index is incorporated by reference. Exhibit Index (a) Exhibits 31.1   Certification pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or Rule 15d-14(a), as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.  (attached hereto) 31.2   Certification pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or Rule 15d-14(a), as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.  (attached hereto) 32.1   Certification pursuant to 18 USC Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. (attached hereto) 32.2   Certification pursuant to 18 USC Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. (attached hereto) (All other items of Part II are inapplicable)   30    AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements 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. AMERITRANS CAPITAL CORPORATION Dated: November 15, 2010 By: /s/ Michael Feinsod Michael Feinsod Chief Executive Officer and President       31