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ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Forward
Looking Statements
Except for
historical information, the following Management's Discussion and Analysis
contains forward-looking statements based upon current expectations that
involve certain risks and uncertainties. Such forward-looking statements
include statements regarding, among other things, (a) discussions about
mineral resources and mineralized material, (b) our projected sales and
profitability,
(c) our growth strategies, (d) anticipated trends in our industry, (e) our
future financing plans, (f) our anticipated needs for working capital, (g)
our lack of operational experience and (h) the benefits related to ownership
of our common stock. Forward-looking statements, which involve assumptions
and describe our future plans, strategies, and expectations, are generally
identifiable by use of the words "may," "will," "should,"
"expect," "anticipate," "estimate,"
"believe," "intend," or "project" or the
negative of these words or other variations on these words or comparable
terminology. This information may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties,
and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance, or
achievements to be materially different from the future results, performance,
or achievements expressed or implied by any forward-looking statements. These
statements may be found under "Management's Discussion and Analysis of
Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and "Description of
Business," as well as in this Report generally. Actual events or results
may differ materially from those discussed in forward-looking statements as a
result of various factors, including, without limitation, the risks outlined
under "Risk Factors" and matters described in this Report
generally. In light of these risks and uncertainties, there can be no
assurance that the forward-looking statements contained in this Report will
in fact occur as projected.
Overview
We are a
precious metal mineral acquisition, exploration and development company,
formed in Nevada on July 2, 2007. At the time of our incorporation, we were
incorporated under the name "The Golf Alliance Corporation," and
our original business plan was to act as a service-based firm that would
provide opportunities for golfers to play on private courses normally closed
to them because of membership requirements. On February 12, 2010, Johannes
Petersen acquired the majority of the shares of our issued and outstanding
common stock in accordance with a stock purchase agreement by and between Mr.
Petersen and John Fahlberg. Further, on March 5, 2010, we effected a name
change to "Silver America, Inc." and at the same time effected a
50-for-1 forward stock split and increased our authorized capital from
100,000,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.00001 per share, and
10,000,000 shares of preferred stock, par value $0.00001 per share, to
500,000,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.00001 per share, and
10,000,000 shares of preferred stock, par value $0.00001. In addition to the
name change, we changed our intended business purpose to that of precious
metal mineral exploration, development and production. Unless specifically
stated otherwise, all share amounts referenced herein, will refer to
post-forward stock split share amounts. On June 23, 2010, we effected a name
change from Silver America, Inc., to "Gold American Mining Corp."
in order to better reflect the nature of our operations as a precious metal
mining and exploration company, with a more specific emphasis on gold
exploration.
Our
primary business focus is to option, acquire, explore and develop precious
metals properties in North America. On
April 26, 2010, we entered into a definitive option agreement
("Guadalupe Option Agreement") with Yale Resources Ltd.
("Yale") with respect to our acquisition of an exclusive option
(the "Option") to purchase an undivided 90% interest in those two
certain mining concessions in Zacatecas State, Mexico, covering approximately
282.83 hectares (the "Guadalupe Property"). The Guadalupe Option
Agreement was entered into pursuant to a binding letter of intent between the
parties (the "LOI") dated March 5, 2010.
To exercise the option, we must pay cash to Yale, issue
restricted shares of Company common stock to Yale, and fund exploration and
development expenditures on the Guadalupe Property. The cash payments
contemplated under the agreement total $900,000.00 and are to be distributed
in installments from the date of the LOI through December 30, 2013. The
number of Company shares to be issued to Yale total 1,000,000 and are to be
distributed in installments from the date of the definitive agreement through
December 30, 2013. We are also obligated to fund a total of $2,000,000.00
worth of exploration and development on the Guadalupe Property by December
30, 2013. Upon the execution and exercise of the Option, Yale will transfer a
90% undivided interest in the Guadalupe Property to the Company. Yale will
act as the operator for the project, and should the earn-in be completed,
Yale will retain a 10% participating interest in the Guadalupe Property as
well as a 2% NSR, which can be bought out in its entirety for $2,000,000.
On April 28, 2010, we entered into a definitive option
agreement (the "Keeno Strike Option Agreement") with four
individuals (collectively, the "Optionor") with respect to our
acquisition of an exclusive option (the "Keeno Option") to purchase
an undivided 72% interest in those certain 12 mining claims and a mill site
claim containing approximately 245 acres, located in Clark County, Nevada
("Keeno Property"). To exercise the Keeno Option, we must pay cash
to the Optionor, issue restricted shares of Company common stock to Optionor,
and fund exploration and development expenditures on the Keeno Property. The
cash payments contemplated under the agreement total $272,000 to be paid in
installments on or before June 30, 2010, such payments having been completed
as of the date of the filing of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The number
of Company shares to be issued to Optionor total 2,000,000 and are to be
distributed in installments from the date of the definitive agreement through
October 31, 2011. The Company needs to fund a minimum of $750,000 worth of
exploration and development on the Keeno Property, with at least $400,000 to
be incurred or funded on or before April 30, 2011 and $350,000 to be incurred
or funded on or before April 30, 2012. Upon our fulfillment of each of the
above-referenced conditions and exercise of the Keeno Option, the Optionor
will transfer an undivided 72% interest in the Keeno Property to us.
Further, pursuant to the Keeno Strike Option Agreement,
if, prior to the Option Deadline, the work program provides evidence that
there are at least 10,000,000 ounces of indicated silver resources and/or
500,000 ounces of indicated gold resources on the Keeno Property, such
estimates to be evidenced by an independent third party report, we must issue
the Optionor an additional 3,000,000 shares of our common stock. Should the
earn-in be completed, the Optionor will retain a 28% interest in the Keeno
Property as well as a 4% NSR. After our completion of the initial work
commitment and exercise of the Keeno Option, the Optionor may elect to remain
as a 28% carried joint venture partner or to offer the Company the right to
purchase the Optionor's remaining 28% interest at a fair market valuation, as
determined by a valuation report prepared by an independent third party
mining engineer or qualified geologist. Further, we will have the right to
purchase 2% of the 4% NSR retained by the Optionor for a purchase price of
$20,000,000, or such pro rata portion thereof.
Results of Operations
Year ended July 31, 2010 compared to the year ended July
31, 2009
We had a net loss of $1,351,087 for the year ended July
31, 2010, which was $1,319,566 greater than the net loss of $31,521 for the
year ended July 31, 2009. This change in our results over the two periods is
primarily the result of an increase in professional fees, exploration costs
and general and administrative expenses. The following table summarizes key
items of comparison and their related increase (decrease) for the years ended
July 31, 2010 and 2009:
Year Ended
July 31,
Increase
2010
2009
(Decrease)
Revenues
$
0
$
0
$
0
Professional Fees
74,555
15,691
58,864
Exploration Costs
1,084,918
-
1,084,918
General and Administrative
190,795
15,574
175,221
Total Operating Expenses
1,350,268
31,265
1,319,003
(Loss) from Operations
(1,350,268 ) (31,265 ) (1,319,003 )
Net Interest Income (Expense)
(819 )
(256 )
(563 )
Loss from Operations Before Taxes (1,351,087
)
(31,521 )
(1,319,566 )
Net Loss
$ (1,351,087 )
$ (31,521 ) $
(1,319,566 )
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Liquidity And Capital Resources
Our balance sheet as of July 31, 2010, reflects assets of
$48,799. As we had cash in the amount of $8,202 and a working capital deficit
in the amount of $92,928 as of July 31, 2010, we do not have sufficient
working capital to enable us to carry out our stated plan of operation for
the next twelve months.
Working Capital
Year Ended
July 31,
2010
2009
Current assets
$ 24,552 $ 4,611
Current liabilities 117,480
18,660
Working capital $
(92,928 ) $ (14,049 )
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We anticipate generating losses and, therefore, may be
unable to continue operations in the future. If we require additional
capital, we would have to issue debt or equity or enter into a strategic
arrangement with a third party.
Going Concern Consideration
As reflected in the accompanying financial statements, the
Company is in the exploration stage with no revenue generating operations and
has a net loss since inception of $1,458,042 and used cash in operations of
$633,160 from inception. This raises substantial doubt about its ability to
continue as a going concern. The ability of the Company to continue as a
going concern is dependent on the Company's ability to raise additional
capital and implement its business plan. The financial statements do not
include any adjustments that might be necessary if the Company is unable to
continue as a going concern.
From March 5, 2010, the Company changed its intended
business purpose to that of precious metals mineral exploration, development
and production. Management believes that actions presently being taken to
obtain additional funding and implement its strategic plans provide the
opportunity for the Company to continue as a going concern.
Year Ended
July 31,
2010
2009
Net Cash Used in Operating Activities $
(540,321 )
(20,479 )
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities
(26,462 )
0
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities 570,374
17,400
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash
$ 3,591 $ (3,079 )
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Operating Activities
Net cash flow used in operating activities during the year
ended July 31, 2010 was $540,321 - an increase of $519,842 from the $20,479
net cash outflow during the year ended July 31, 2009. This increase in the
cash used in operating activities was primarily due to the acquisition and
operations on the Keeno Property and the Guadalupe Property.
Investing Activities
Cash used in investing activities during the year ended
July 31, 2010 was $26,462 - an increase of $26,462 when compared to the
figures as of July 31, 2009. This increase in the cash used in investing
activities was primarily due to the development of our corporate website and
purchase of computer equipment.
Financing Activities
Financing activities during the year ended July 31, 2010,
provided $570,374 to us, an increase of $552,974 from the $17,400 provided by
financing activities during the year ended July 31, 2009. During the year
ended July 31, 2010, the company received $500,000 in proceeds from the
issuance of common stock, $9,503 from net loans payable to related parties
and $60,871 from expenses paid by a shareholder on behalf of the company.
The Company's financial commitments under the Guadalupe
Option Agreement total $900,000 in cash payments to Yale and the funding of a
total of $2,000,000 worth of exploration and development on the Property
before December 30, 2013. The Company's financial commitments under the Keeno
Strike Option Agreement total $272,000 in cash payments to the Optionor on or
before June 30, 2010 (paid), and the funding of a minimum of $750,000 worth
of exploration and development on the Property, with at least $400,000 to be
incurred or funded on or before April 30, 2011 and $350,000 to be incurred or
funded on or before April 30, 2012.
On May 7, 2010, we entered into an Equity Issuance
Agreement with ZUG Financing Group S.A. ("ZUG") wherein ZUG has
agreed to advance up to $7,500,000 to our Company until December 31, 2011.
While we have arranged for advances of up to $7,500,000 from ZUG, there can
be no assurances that we will receive these funds from ZUG. As of July 31,
2010, we had received an aggregate of $300,000 in net proceeds from ZUG under
the Equity Issuance Agreement.
Critical Accounting Policies
Our financial statements and accompanying notes are
prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles used in
the United States. Preparing financial statements requires management to make
estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets,
liabilities, revenue, and expenses. These estimates and assumptions are
affected by management's application of accounting policies. We believe that
understanding the basis and nature of the estimates and assumptions involved
with the following aspects of our financial statements is critical to an
understanding of our financials.
Costs of acquiring mining properties and any exploration
and development costs are expensed as incurred unless proven and probable
reserves exist and the property is a commercially mineable property. Mine
development costs incurred either to develop new gold and silver deposits,
expand the capacity of operating mines, or to develop mine areas
substantially in advance of current production are capitalized. Costs
incurred to maintain current production or to maintain assets on a standby
basis are charged to operations. Costs of abandoned projects are charged to
operations upon abandonment. The Company evaluates, at least quarterly, the
carrying value of capitalized mining costs and related property, plant and
equipment costs, if any, to determine if these costs are in excess of their
net realizable value and if a permanent impairment needs to be recorded. The
periodic evaluation of carrying value of capitalized costs and any related
property, plant and equipment costs are based upon expected future cash flows
and/or estimated salvage value.
The Company capitalizes costs for mining properties by
individual property and defers such costs for later amortization only if the
prospects for economic productions are reasonably certain. Capitalized costs
are expensed in the period when the determination has been made that economic
production does not appear reasonably certain. As of July 31, 2010, none of
our properties have proven reserves.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
For recent accounting pronouncements, please refer to the
notes to the financial statements section of this annual report.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
We have no off-balance sheet arrangements.
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