Biggest changeAdditionally, NOI as disclosed by other REITs may not be comparable to our calculation. 24 Table of C ontents Reconciliations of net income to NOI for the year ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows: (in thousands) 2023 2022 Net income $410,553 $661,508 Less: Fee and asset management income (3,451) (5,188) Less: Interest and other income (879) (3,019) Less: (Income)/loss on deferred compensation plans (15,398) 19,637 Plus: Property management expense 33,706 28,601 Plus: Fee and asset management expense 1,717 2,516 Plus: General and administrative expense 62,506 60,413 Plus: Interest expense 133,395 113,424 Plus: Depreciation and amortization expense 574,813 577,020 Plus: Expense/(benefit) on deferred compensation plans 15,398 (19,637) Plus: Loss on early retirement of debt 2,513 — Less: Gain on sale of operating properties, including land (225,416) (36,372) Less: Gain on acquisition of unconsolidated joint venture interests — (474,146) Less: Equity in income of joint ventures — (3,048) Plus: Income tax expense 3,650 2,966 Net operating income $ 993,107 $ 924,675 Property-Level NOI (1) Property NOI, as reconciled above, is detailed further into the categories below for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022: Number of Homes at Year Ended December 31, Change ($ in thousands) 12/31/2023 2023 2022 $ % Property revenues: Same store communities 47,423 $ 1,238,564 $ 1,178,247 $ 60,317 5.1 % Non-same store communities 10,824 264,396 200,479 63,917 31.9 Development and lease-up communities 1,553 3,851 — 3,851 * Dispositions/other — 35,216 44,030 (8,814) (20.0) Total property revenues 59,800 $ 1,542,027 $ 1,422,756 $ 119,271 8.4 % Property expenses: Same store communities 47,423 $ 434,389 $ 407,260 $ 27,129 6.7 % Non-same store communities 10,824 100,413 76,537 23,876 31.2 Development and lease-up communities 1,553 1,236 (28) 1,264 * Dispositions/other — 12,882 14,312 (1,430) (10.0) Total property expenses 59,800 $ 548,920 $ 498,081 $ 50,839 10.2 % Property NOI: Same store communities 47,423 $ 804,175 $ 770,987 $ 33,188 4.3 % Non-same store communities 10,824 163,983 123,942 40,041 32.3 Development and lease-up communities 1,553 2,615 28 2,587 * Dispositions/other — 22,334 29,718 (7,384) (24.8) Total property NOI 59,800 $ 993,107 $ 924,675 $ 68,432 7.4 % * Not a meaningful percentage. 25 Table of C ontents (1) For 2023, s ame store communities are communities we owned and were stabilized since January 1, 2022, excluding communities under redevelopment and properties held for sale.
Biggest changeReconciliations of net income to NOI for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: (in thousands) 2024 2023 Net income $170,840 $410,553 Less: Fee and asset management income (7,137) (3,451) Less: Interest and other income (4,420) (879) Less: Income on deferred compensation plans (12,629) (15,398) Plus: Property management expense 38,331 33,706 Plus: Fee and asset management expense 2,200 1,717 Plus: General and administrative expense 72,365 62,506 Plus: Interest expense 129,815 133,395 Plus: Depreciation and amortization expense 582,014 574,813 Plus: Expense on deferred compensation plans 12,629 15,398 Plus: Impairment associated with land development activities 40,988 — Plus: Loss on early retirement of debt 921 2,513 Less: Gain on sale of operating properties (43,806) (225,416) Plus: Income tax expense 2,926 3,650 Net operating income $ 985,037 $ 993,107 22 Table of Contents Property-Level NOI (1) Property NOI, as reconciled above, is detailed further into the categories below for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023: Number of Homes at Year Ended December 31, Change ($ in thousands) 12/31/2024 2024 2023 $ % Property revenues: Same store communities 55,866 $ 1,463,982 $ 1,444,649 $ 19,333 1.3 % Non-same store communities 2,195 57,001 49,060 7,941 16.2 Development and lease-up communities 1,935 8,289 158 8,131 * Dispositions/other — 14,570 48,160 (33,590) (69.7) Total property revenues 59,996 $ 1,543,842 $ 1,542,027 $ 1,815 0.1 % Property expenses: Same store communities 55,866 $ 520,848 $ 511,459 $ 9,389 1.8 % Non-same store communities 2,195 20,277 19,122 1,155 6.0 Development and lease-up communities 1,935 4,290 172 4,118 * Dispositions/other — 13,390 18,167 (4,777) (26.3) Total property expenses 59,996 $ 558,805 $ 548,920 $ 9,885 1.8 % Property NOI: Same store communities 55,866 $ 943,134 $ 933,190 $ 9,944 1.1 % Non-same store communities 2,195 36,724 29,938 6,786 22.7 Development and lease-up communities 1,935 3,999 (14) 4,013 * Dispositions/other — 1,180 29,993 (28,813) (96.1) Total property NOI 59,996 $ 985,037 $ 993,107 $ (8,070) (0.8) % * Not a meaningful percentage.
We consider projected future undiscounted cash flows, trends, strategic decisions regarding future development plans, and other factors in our assessment of whether impairment indicators exist. While we believe our estimates of future cash flows are reasonable, different assumptions regarding a number of factors, including market rents, economic conditions, and occupancies, could significantly affect these estimates.
We consider projected future undiscounted cash flows, trends, strategic decisions regarding future development plans, and other factors in our assessment of whether impairment conditions exist. While we believe our estimates of future cash flows are reasonable, different assumptions regarding a number of factors, including market rents, economic conditions, and occupancies, could significantly affect these estimates.
We consider portions of this report to be "forward-looking" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, both as amended, with respect to our expectations for future periods.
We consider portions of this report to be "forward-looking" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Exchange Act, both as amended, with respect to our expectations for future periods.
Discussion of our year-to-date comparisons between 2023 and 2022 is presented below. Year-to-date comparisons between 2022 and 2021 can be found in "Part II. Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022.
Discussion of our year-to-date comparisons between 2024 and 2023 is presented below. Year-to-date comparisons between 2023 and 2022 can be found in "Part II. Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
We believe we are in compliance with all such financial covenants and limitations as of December 31, 2023 and through the date of this filing. Our unsecured revolving credit facility provides us with the ability to issue up to $50 million in letters of credit.
We believe we are in compliance with all such financial covenants and limitations as of December 31, 2024 and through the date of this filing. Our unsecured revolving credit facility provides us with the ability to issue up to $50 million in letters of credit.
Cash outflows during 2023 primarily related to amounts paid for property development and capital improvements of approximately $410.9 million. These outflows were partially offset by net proceeds from the sale of two operating properties of approximately $290.7 million.
Cash outflows during 2023 primarily related to the amounts paid for property development and capital improvements of approximately $410.9 million, partially offset by net proceeds from the sale of two operating properties of approximately $290.7 million.
We believe our ability to access the capital markets is enhanced by our senior unsecured debt ratings by Fitch, Moody's, and Standard and Poor's, which were A- with stable outlook, A3 with stable outlook, and A- with stable outlook, respectively, as of December 31, 2023.
We believe our ability to access the capital markets is enhanced by our senior unsecured debt ratings by Fitch, Moody's, and Standard and Poor's, which were A- with stable outlook, A3 with stable outlook, and A- with stable outlook, respectively, as of December 31, 2024.
Factors which may cause our actual results or performance to differ materially from those contemplated by forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following: • Volatility in capital and credit markets, or other unfavorable changes in economic conditions, either nationally or regionally in one or more of the markets in which we operate, could adversely impact us; • Short-term leases could expose us to the effects of declining market rents; • Competition could limit our ability to lease apartments or increase or maintain rental income; • We could be negatively impacted by the risks associated with land holdings and related activities; • Development, repositions, redevelopment and construction risks could impact our profitability; • Our acquisition strategy may not produce the cash flows expected; • Changes in rent control or rent stabilization laws and regulations could adversely affect our operations and property values; • Failure to qualify as a REIT could have adverse consequences; • Tax laws may continue to change at any time and any such legislative or other actions could have a negative effect on us; • A cybersecurity incident and other technology disruptions could negatively impact our business; • We have significant debt, which could have adverse consequences; • Insufficient cash flows could limit our ability to make required payments for debt obligations or pay distributions to shareholders; • Issuances of additional debt may adversely impact our financial condition; • We may be unable to renew, repay, or refinance our outstanding debt; • Rising interest rates could increase our borrowing costs, lower the value of our real estate, and decrease our share price, leading investors to seek higher yields through other investments; • Failure to maintain our current credit ratings could adversely affect our cost of funds, related margins, liquidity, and access to capital markets; • Share ownership limits and our ability to issue additional equity securities may prevent takeovers beneficial to shareholders; • The form, timing, and amount of dividend distributions in future periods may vary and be impacted by economic and other considerations; • Environmental, social, and governance factors may impose additional costs and/or expose us to new risks; • Litigation risks could affect our business; 18 Table of C ontents • Damage from catastrophic weather and other natural events could result in losses; • Competition could adversely affect our ability to acquire properties; and • We could be adversely impacted due to our share price fluctuations.
Factors which may cause our actual results or performance to differ materially from those contemplated by forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following: • Volatility in capital and credit markets, or other unfavorable changes in economic conditions, either nationally or regionally in one or more of the markets in which we operate, could adversely impact us; • Short-term leases could expose us to the effects of declining market rents; • We could be negatively impacted by the risks associated with land holdings and related activities; • Development, repositions, redevelopment and construction risks could impact our profitability; • Our acquisition strategy may not produce the cash flows expected; • Changes in rent control or rent stabilization laws and regulations could adversely affect our operations and property values; • Failure to qualify as a REIT could have adverse consequences; • Tax laws may continue to change at any time and any such legislative or other actions could have a negative effect on us; • A cybersecurity incident and other technology disruptions could negatively impact our business; • We have significant debt, which could have adverse consequences; • Insufficient cash flows could limit our ability to make required payments for debt obligations or pay distributions to shareholders; • Issuances of additional debt may adversely impact our financial condition; • We may be unable to renew, repay, or refinance our outstanding debt; • Rising interest rates could increase our borrowing costs, lower the value of our real estate, and decrease our share price, leading investors to seek higher yields through other investments; • Failure to maintain our current credit ratings could adversely affect our cost of funds, related margins, liquidity, and access to capital markets; • Share ownership limits and our ability to issue additional equity securities may prevent takeovers beneficial to shareholders; • The form, timing, and amount of dividend distributions in future periods may vary and be impacted by economic and other considerations; • Litigation risks could affect our business; • Damage from catastrophic weather and other natural events could result in losses; • Competition could adversely affect our ability to acquire properties; and 17 Table of Contents • We could be adversely impacted due to our share price fluctuations.
We also intend to strengthen our capital and liquidity positions by continuing to focus on our core fundamentals, which currently are generating positive cash flows from operations, maintaining appropriate debt levels and leverage ratios, and controlling overhead costs. Our primary sources of liquidity are cash flows generated from operations.
We also intend to strengthen our capital and liquidity positions by continuing to focus on our core fundamentals, which currently are generating positive cash flows from operations, maintaining appropriate debt levels and leverage ratios, and controlling overhead costs. Our primary source of liquidity is cash flows generated from operations.
We believe our liquidity and financial condition are sufficient to meet all of our reasonably anticipated cash needs over the next 12 months including: • normal recurring operating expenses; • current debt service requirements, including debt maturities; • recurring capital expenditures; • reposition expenditures; • funding of property developments, redevelopments, and acquisitions; and • the minimum dividend payments required to maintain our REIT qualification under the Code.
We believe our liquidity and financial condition are sufficient to meet all of our reasonably anticipated cash needs over the next 12 months including: • normal recurring operating expenses; • current debt service requirements, including scheduled debt maturities; • recurring and non-recurring capital expenditures; • funding of property developments, repositions, redevelopments, and acquisitions; and • the minimum dividend payments required to maintain our REIT qualification under the Code.
Our Amended and Restated Declaration of Trust provides we may issue up to 185 million shares of beneficial interest, consisting of 175 million common shares and 10 million preferred shares. At December 31, 2023, we had approximately 106.8 million common shares outstanding, net of treasury shares and shares held in our deferred compensation arrangements, and no preferred shares outstanding.
Our Amended and Restated Declaration of Trust provides we may issue up to 185 million shares of beneficial interest, consisting of 175 million common shares and 10 million preferred shares. At December 31, 2024, we had approximately 106.7 million common shares outstanding, net of treasury shares and shares held in our deferred compensation arrangements, and no preferred shares outstanding.
These bid rate loans have terms of 180 days or less and may not exceed the lesser of $600 million or the remaining amount available under our unsecured revolving credit facility. Our unsecured revolving credit facility and term loan are subject to customary financial covenants and limitations.
These bid rate loans have terms of 180 days or less and may not exceed the lesser of $600 million or the remaining amount available under our unsecured revolving credit facility. Our unsecured revolving credit facility is subject to customary financial covenants and limitations.
The interest rates on our unsecured revolving credit facility and term loan are based upon, at our option, (a) the daily or the one-, three-, or six- months Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") plus, in each case, a spread based on our credit rating, or (b) a base rate equal to the higher of: (i) the Federal Funds Rate plus 0.50%, (ii) Bank of America, N.A.'s price rate, (iii) Term SOFR plus 1.0%, and (iv) 1.0%.
The interest rate on our unsecured revolving credit facility is based upon, 28 Table of Contents at our option, (a) the daily or the one-, three-, or six- months Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") plus, in each case, a spread based on our credit rating, or (b) a base rate equal to the higher of: (i) the Federal Funds Rate plus 0.50%, (ii) Bank of America, N.A.'s price rate, (iii) Term SOFR plus 1.0%, and (iv) 1.0%.
Business Environment and Current Outlook Our results for the year ended December 31, 2023, reflect an increase in same store revenues of approximately 5.1% as compared to the same period in 2022.
Business Environment and Current Outlook Our results for the year ended December 31, 2024, reflect an increase in same store revenues of approximately 1.3% as compared to the same period in 2023.
As of December 31, 2023, we owned interests in, operated, or were developing 176 multifamily properties comprised of 59,800 apartment homes across the United States as detailed in the Property Portfolio table below. In addition, we own other land holdings which we may develop into multifamily apartment communities in the future.
As of December 31, 2024, we owned interests in, operated, or were developing 177 multifamily properties comprised of 59,996 apartment homes across the United States as detailed in the Property Portfolio table below. In addition, we own other land holdings which we may develop into multifamily apartment communities in the future.
We believe the levels of new multifamily supply in the submarkets and asset classes in which we operate will likely rise in 2024, but should be met with continued demand to absorb these new deliveries. However, if this were to change or other economic conditions were to worsen, our operating results could be adversely affected.
We believe the levels of new multifamily supply in the submarkets and asset classes in which we operate will continue to be elevated into 2025 but should be met with continued demand to absorb these new deliveries. However, if this were to change or other economic conditions were to worsen, our operating results could be adversely affected.
We consider FFO to be an appropriate supplemental measure of operating performance because, by excluding gains or losses on dispositions of depreciable real estate and depreciation, FFO can assist in the comparison of the operating performance of a company's real estate investments between periods or to different companies.
We consider FFO to be an appropriate supplemental measure of operating performance because, by excluding gains and losses on dispositions of real estate, impairment write-downs of certain real estate assets, and depreciation, FFO can assist in the comparison of the operating performance of a company's real estate investments between periods or to different companies.
In May 2023, we created an at-the-market ("ATM") share offering program through which we can, but have no obligation to, sell common shares for an aggregate offering amount of up to $500.0 million (the "2023 ATM program"), in amounts and at times as we determine, into the existing trading market at current market prices as well as through negotiated transactions.
In May 2023, we created the 2023 ATM share offering program through which we can, but have no obligation to, sell common shares and we may also enter into separate forward sale agreements with forward purchasers for an aggregate offering amount of up to $500.0 million, in amounts and at times as we determine, into the existing trading market at current market prices as well as through negotiated transactions.
While our issuance of letters of credit does not increase our borrowings outstanding under our revolving credit facility, it does reduce the amount available. At December 31, 2023, we had outstanding letters of credit totaling $27.7 million, and approximately $1.2 billion available under our unsecured revolving credit facility.
While our issuance of letters of credit does not increase our borrowings outstanding under our revolving credit facility, it does reduce the amount available. At December 31, 2024, we had outstanding letters of credit totaling $27.5 million, and approximately $1.0 billion available under our unsecured revolving credit facility.
Cash Flows The following is a discussion of our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022. Net cash from operating activities was approximately $795.0 million during the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to approximately $744.7 million during the year ended December 31, 2022.
Cash Flows The following is a discussion of our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023. Net cash from operating activities was approximately $774.9 million during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to approximately $795.0 million during the year ended December 31, 2023.
See further discussions of our 2023 operations as compared to 2022 in "Results of Operations." Net cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2023 totaled approximately $127.1 million as compared to $1.5 billion during the year ended December 31, 2022.
See further discussions of our 2024 operations as compared to 2023 in "Results of Operations." Net cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2024 totaled approximately $285.2 million as compared to $127.1 million during the year ended December 31, 2023.
When aggregated with previous 2023 dividends, this distribution to common shareholders and holders of the common operating partnership units equates to an annual dividend rate of $4.00 per share or unit for the year ended December 31, 2023.
When aggregated with previous 2024 dividends, 29 Table of Contents this distribution to common shareholders and holders of the common operating partnership units equates to an annual dividend rate of $4.12 per share or unit for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Other sources may include one or more of the following: availability under our unsecured revolving credit facility, the use of debt and equity offerings under our automatic 30 Table of C ontents shelf registration statement, proceeds from property dispositions, equity issued from our ATM programs, and other unsecured borrowings or secured mortgages.
Other sources may include one or more of the following: availability under our unsecured revolving credit facility, the use of debt and equity offerings under our automatic shelf registration statement, proceeds from property dispositions, equity issued from our 2023 ATM program, and other 27 Table of Contents unsecured borrowings or secured mortgages.
Our interest expense coverage ratio, net of capitalized interest, was approximately 6.8 and 7.4 times for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
Our interest expense coverage ratio, net of capitalized interest, was approximately 6.9 and 6.8 times for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Approximately 89.8% and 83.9% of our properties were unencumbered at December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Our weighted average maturity of debt was approximately 5.6 years at December 31, 2023.
Approximately 89.9% and 89.8% of our properties were unencumbered at December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Our weighted average maturity of debt was approximately 6.2 years at December 31, 2024.
Management considers property net operating income ("NOI") to be an appropriate supplemental measure of operating performance to net income because it reflects the operating performance of our communities without an allocation of corporate level property management overhead or general and administrative costs. We define NOI as total property income less property operating and maintenance expenses less real estate taxes.
Management considers property net operating income ("NOI") to be an appropriate supplemental measure of operating performance to net income because it reflects the operating performance of our communities without an allocation of corporate level property management overhead or general and administrative costs. NOI is defined as total property income less total property operating expenses.
Metro 6,192 17 6,192 17 Atlanta, Georgia 4,862 15 4,862 15 Phoenix, Arizona 4,426 14 4,029 13 Orlando, Florida 3,954 11 3,954 11 Austin, Texas 3,686 11 3,686 11 Charlotte, North Carolina 3,491 15 3,104 14 Raleigh, North Carolina 3,252 9 3,252 9 Tampa/St.
Metro 6,192 17 6,192 17 Phoenix, Arizona 4,426 14 4,426 14 Atlanta, Georgia 4,270 14 4,862 15 Orlando, Florida 3,954 11 3,954 11 Austin, Texas 3,686 11 3,686 11 Raleigh, North Carolina 3,672 10 3,252 9 Charlotte, North Carolina 3,510 15 3,491 15 Tampa/St.
Consolidated Results Net income attributable to common shareholders was $403.3 million and $653.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively.
Consolidated Results Net income attributable to common shareholders was $163.3 million and $403.3 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
Same Store Analysis Same store property NOI increased approximately $33.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to the same period in 2022.
Same Store Analysis Same store property NOI increased approximately $9.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the same period in 2023.
The increase was primarily due to higher average rental rates which we believe was primarily attributable to job growth, favorable demographics with a higher propensity to rent versus buy, continued demand for multifamily housing in our markets, and a manageable supply of new multifamily housing.
The increase was due to higher rental income as a result of higher average rental rates and lower uncollectible revenue, which we believe was primarily attributable to job growth, favorable demographics with a higher propensity to rent versus buy, and continued demand for multifamily housing in our markets.
FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO are not defined by GAAP and should not be considered alternatives to net income attributable to common shareholders as an indication of our operating performance. Additionally, FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO as disclosed by other REITs may not be comparable to our calculation.
FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO are not defined by GAAP and should not be considered alternatives to net income attributable to common shareholders as an indication of our operating performance.
In the first quarter of 2024, the Company's Board of Trust Managers declared a first quarter dividend of $1.03 per common share to our common shareholders of record as of March 29, 2024.
In the first quarter of 2025, the Company's Board of Trust Managers declared a first quarter dividend of $1.05 per common share to our common shareholders of record as of March 31, 2025.
The increase was due to an increase of approximately $60.3 million in same store property revenues, partially offset by an increase of approximately $27.1 million in same store property expenses, for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022.
The increase was due to an increase of approximately $19.3 million in same store property revenues, partially offset by an increase of approximately $9.4 million in same store property expenses, for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023.
We continue to evaluate our operating properties and land development portfolio and plan to continue our practice of selective dispositions as market conditions warrant and opportunities arise.
We also intend to evaluate our operating property and land development portfolios and plan to continue our practice of selective dispositions as market conditions warrant and opportunities arise.
The increase was comprised of an increase from non-same store communities of approximately $40.0 million and an increase from development and lease-up communities of approximately $2.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022.
The increase was primarily due to an increase from non-same store communities of approximately $6.8 million and an increase from development and lease-up communities of approximately $4.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023.
The following table details the changes, described above, relating to non-same store and development and lease-up NOI: For the year ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 compared to 2022 Property Revenues Revenues from acquisitions $ 43.8 Revenues from non-same store stabilized properties 17.4 Revenues from development and lease-up properties 3.9 Other 2.7 $ 67.8 Property Expenses Expenses from acquisitions $ 16.7 Expenses from non-same store stabilized properties 5.1 Expenses from development and lease-up properties 1.3 Other 2.1 $ 25.2 26 Table of C ontents For the year ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 compared to 2022 Property NOI NOI from acquisitions $ 27.1 NOI from non-same store stabilized properties 12.3 NOI from development and lease-up properties 2.6 Other 0.6 $ 42.6 Dispositions/Other Property Analysis Dispositions/other property NOI decreased approximately $7.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to the same period in 2022.
The following table details the changes, described above, relating to non-same store and development and lease-up NOI: For the year ended December 31, (in millions) 2024 compared to 2023 Property Revenues: Revenues from non-same store stabilized properties $ 7.5 Revenues from development and lease-up properties 8.1 Other non same-store 0.5 $ 16.1 Property Expenses: Expenses from non-same store stabilized properties $ 1.2 Expenses from development and lease-up properties 4.1 Other non same-store — $ 5.3 Property NOI: NOI from non-same store stabilized properties $ 6.3 NOI from development and lease-up properties 4.0 Other non same-store 0.5 $ 10.8 Dispositions/Other Property Analysis Dispositions/other property NOI decreased approximately $28.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the same period in 2023.
Petersburg, Florida 3,104 8 3,104 8 Southeast Florida 3,050 9 3,050 9 Denver, Colorado 2,873 9 2,873 9 Los Angeles/Orange County, California 1,811 5 2,663 7 San Diego/Inland Empire, California 1,797 6 1,797 6 Nashville, Tennessee 758 2 758 2 Total Operating Properties 58,634 172 58,702 172 Properties Under Construction Raleigh, North Carolina 789 2 789 2 Houston, Texas 377 2 377 2 Charlotte, North Carolina — — 387 1 Phoenix, Arizona — — 397 1 Total Properties Under Construction 1,166 4 1,950 6 Total Properties 59,800 176 60,652 178 Stabilized Communities We generally consider a property stabilized once it reaches 90% occupancy.
Petersburg, Florida 3,104 8 3,104 8 Southeast Florida 3,050 9 3,050 9 Denver, Colorado 2,873 9 2,873 9 Los Angeles/Orange County, California 1,811 5 1,811 5 San Diego/Inland Empire, California 1,797 6 1,797 6 Nashville, Tennessee 758 2 758 2 Total Operating Properties 58,858 174 58,634 172 19 Table of Contents Properties Under Construction Charlotte, North Carolina 769 2 — — Raleigh, North Carolina 369 1 789 2 Houston, Texas — — 377 2 Total Properties Under Construction 1,138 3 1,166 4 Total Properties 59,996 177 59,800 176 Stabilized Communities We generally consider a property stabilized once it reaches 90% occupancy.
The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts ("NAREIT") currently defines FFO as net income (computed in accordance with GAAP), excluding depreciation and amortization related to real estate, gains (or losses) from the sale of certain real estate assets (depreciable real estate), impairments of certain real estate assets (depreciable real estate), gains (or losses) from change in control, and adjustments for unconsolidated joint ventures to reflect FFO on the same basis.
The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts ("NAREIT") currently defines FFO as net income (computed in accordance with GAAP), excluding depreciation and amortization related to real estate, gains and losses from the sale of certain real estate assets, gains and losses from change in control, impairment write-downs of certain real estate assets and investments in entities when the impairment is directly attributable to decreases in the value of depreciable real estate held by the entity, and adjustments for unconsolidated joint ventures to reflect FFO on the same basis.
Any such material non-cash charges could have an adverse effect on our consolidated financial position and results of operations. 33 Table of C ontents
Any such material non-cash charges could have an adverse effect on our consolidated financial position and results of operations and therefore could reduce net income.
The increase in property NOI from our non-same store communities was primarily due to our acquisition of the Funds on April 1, 2022, and the stabilization of three operating properties in 2022 and two operating properties in 2023.
The increase in property NOI from our non-same store communities was primarily due to the stabilization of two operating properties in 2023 and one operating property in 2024.
The increase was primarily due to higher state income and franchise taxes. Funds from Operations ("FFO"), Core FFO, and Core Adjusted FFO ("Core AFFO") Management considers FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO to be appropriate supplementary measures of the financial performance of an equity REIT.
Funds from Operations ("FFO"), Core FFO, and Core Adjusted FFO ("Core AFFO") Management considers FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO to be appropriate supplementary measures of the financial performance of an equity REIT.
The property development and capital improvements during 2023 and 2022, included the following: December 31, (in millions) 2023 2022 Expenditures for new development, including land $ 179.3 $ 253.0 Capital expenditures 107.1 108.8 Reposition expenditures 88.2 53.0 Capitalized interest, real estate taxes, and other capitalized indirect costs 36.3 34.6 Total $ 410.9 $ 449.4 Net cash used in financing activities totaled approximately $417.2 million during the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to net cash from financing activities of approximately $109.9 million during the year ended December 31, 2022.
The property development and capital improvements during 2024 and 2023, included the following: December 31, (in millions) 2024 2023 Expenditures for new development, including land $ 163.2 $ 179.3 Capital expenditures 112.2 107.1 Reposition expenditures 87.9 88.2 Direct real estate taxes and capitalized interest and other indirect costs 30.4 36.3 Total $ 393.7 $ 410.9 Net cash used in financing activities totaled approximately $725.5 million during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to approximately $417.2 million during the year ended December 31, 2023.
The $60.3 million increase in same store property revenues for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022, was primarily due to an increase of approximately $56.5 million in rental revenues comprised of a 6.6% increase in average rental rates and higher other rental income.
The $19.3 million increase in same store property revenues for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023, was primarily due to higher rental revenue due to higher average rental rates of approximately $9.0 million, lower uncollectible revenue of approximately $6.5 million, and higher other rental income of approximately $1.6 million.
We utilized a portion of the net proceeds from these notes to repay the outstanding balance on our $300 million, 6.21% unsecured term loan due in August 2024.
Capital Market Highlights In January 2024, we issued $400.0 million of 4.90% senior unsecured notes due January 15, 2034. We utilized a portion of the net proceeds from these notes to repay the outstanding balance on our $300.0 million, 6.21% unsecured term loan due in August 2024.
The $225.4 million gain on sale for the year ended December 31, 2023 was primarily due to the disposition of two operating properties located in Costa Mesa, California. The $36.4 million gain on sale for the year ended December 31, 2022 was due to the disposition of one operating property located in Largo, Maryland during the first quarter of 2022.
The $43.8 million gain on sale for the year ended December 31, 2024 was due to the disposition of one operating property located in Atlanta, Georgia in February 2024. The $225.4 million gain on sale for the year ended December 31, 2023 was primarily due to the disposition of two operating properties located in Costa Mesa, California.
Additionally, we expect to incur costs between approximately $40 million and $60 million related to the start of new development activities, between approximately $90 million and $94 million of repositions, redevelopment, repurposes, and revenue enhancing expenditures and between approximately $101 million and $105 million of additional recurring capital expenditures during 2024.
Additionally, we expect to incur costs between approximately $100 million and $110 million related to the start of new development activities, between approximately $96 million and $100 million of repositions, redevelopment, repurposes, and revenue enhancing expenditures and between approximately $108 million and $112 million of additional recurring capital expenditures during 2025.
The following is a discussion of our critical accounting policies. For a discussion of all of our significant accounting policies, see Note 2, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Recent Accounting Pronouncements," to the accompanying consolidated financial statements. Valuation of Assets .
These estimates are based on historical experience and other assumptions believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. The following is a discussion of our critical accounting policies. For a discussion of all of our significant accounting policies, see Note 2. "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Recent Accounting Pronouncements," to the accompanying consolidated financial statements. Valuation of Assets .
The decrease was partially offset by recognizing a higher gain on sale of two operating properties during the year ended December 31, 2023 of approximately $225.3 million as compared to a gain on sale of one operating property during the year ended December 31, 2022 of approximately $36.4 million.
The decrease during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the same period in 2023 was primarily due to recognizing a higher gain on sale of two operating properties in 2023 of $225.4 million as compared to recognizing a gain on sale of one operating property in 2024 of $43.8 million.
Cash outflows during 2022 primarily related to the acquisition of the Funds for cash consideration of approximately $1.1 billion, and amounts paid for property development and capital improvements of approximately $449.4 million. These outflows were partially offset by net proceeds from the sale of one operating property for approximately $70.5 million in 2022.
Cash outflows during 2024 primarily related to amounts paid for property development and capital improvements of approximately $393.7 million, partially offset by net proceeds from the sale of one operating property of approximately $114.5 million.
Metro 1,633,201 12.4 1,619,826 12.5 Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas 1,117,909 8.5 1,076,941 8.3 Atlanta, Georgia 1,036,351 7.9 1,012,209 7.8 Phoenix, Arizona 899,802 6.8 872,695 6.8 Orlando, Florida 775,393 5.9 761,013 5.9 Southeast Florida 757,434 5.7 740,263 5.7 Charlotte, North Carolina 731,254 5.5 690,767 5.4 Tampa/St.Petersburg, Florida 723,695 5.5 711,552 5.5 Austin, Texas 705,347 5.3 691,830 5.4 Raleigh, North Carolina 699,142 5.3 618,157 4.8 Los Angeles/Orange County, California 687,949 5.2 810,109 6.3 Denver, Colorado 620,916 4.7 611,147 4.7 San Diego/Inland Empire, California 472,464 3.6 463,825 3.6 Nashville, Tennessee 370,445 2.8 357,318 2.8 Total $ 13,192,127 100.0 % $ 12,915,873 100.0 % Results of Operations Changes in revenues and expenses related to our operating properties from period-to-period are due primarily to the performance of stabilized properties in the portfolio, the lease-up of newly-constructed properties, acquisitions, and dispositions.
Metro 1,646,169 12.2 1,633,201 12.4 Dallas, Texas 1,102,231 8.2 1,117,909 8.5 Atlanta, Georgia 942,939 7.0 1,036,351 7.9 Phoenix, Arizona 917,771 6.8 899,802 6.8 Orlando, Florida 793,351 5.9 775,393 5.9 Raleigh, North Carolina 782,333 5.8 699,142 5.3 Charlotte, North Carolina 777,256 5.8 731,254 5.5 Southeast Florida 775,031 5.8 757,434 5.7 Tampa, Florida 739,250 5.5 723,695 5.5 Austin, Texas 727,466 5.4 705,347 5.3 Los Angeles/Orange County, California 678,633 5.1 687,949 5.2 Denver, Colorado 632,133 4.7 620,916 4.7 San Diego/Inland Empire, California 479,881 3.6 472,464 3.6 Nashville, Tennessee 379,607 2.8 370,445 2.8 Total $ 13,443,528 100.0 % $ 13,192,127 100.0 % 21 Table of Contents Results of Operations Changes in revenues and expenses related to our operating properties from period-to-period are due primarily to the performance of stabilized properties in the portfolio, the lease-up of newly-constructed properties, acquisitions, and dispositions.
When impairment exists, the long-lived asset is adjusted to its fair value. In estimating fair value, management uses appraisals, management estimates, and discounted cash flow calculations which utilize inputs from a marketplace participant’s perspective.
When impairment exists, the long-lived asset is adjusted to its fair value. In estimating fair value, management uses appraisals, comparable sales, management estimates, and discounted cash flow calculations which utilize inputs from a marketplace participant’s perspective. During the year ended December 31, 2024, we recorded an impairment of approximately $41.0 million related to three parcels of land.
The increase in property NOI from our development and lease-up communities in fiscal year 2023 was primarily due to the timing of one property under development, which began lease-up during the year ended December 31, 2023.
The increase in property NOI from our development and lease-up communities was primarily due to the timing of three development communities under lease-up, one of which completed construction during the second quarter of 2024 and two of which completed construction during the fourth quarter of 2024.
The decrease in property development and capital improvements for 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022, was primarily due to the acquisition of four parcels of land for development in 2022, partially offset by higher reposition expenditures in 2023 as compared to 2022.
The decrease in property development and capital improvements for 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023, was primarily due to lower property development expenditures in 2024 as compared to 2023.
Construction Activity At December 31, 2023, we had a total of four projects under construction to be comprised of 1,166 apartment homes. Initial occupancies of these four projects are currently scheduled to occur within the next nine months. We estimate the additional cost to complete the construction of the four projects to be approximately $137.6 million.
Construction and Development Activity At December 31, 2024, we had a total of three projects under construction to be comprised of 1,138 apartment homes. Initial occupancies of these three projects are currently scheduled to occur within the next two years.
Fee and asset management income from property management, asset management, construction, and development activities at our joint ventures and our third-party construction projects decreased approximately $1.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
Fee and asset management income from construction and development activities at our third-party construction projects increased approximately $3.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023. The increase was primarily related to higher fees earned on third-party construction projects due to higher activity during 2024 as compared to 2023.
The increase was also due to an increase of approximately $3.3 million related to income from our utility rebilling and ancillary income programs, and an increase of approximately $0.5 million in fees and other income.
The increase was also due to approximately $2.1 million of higher income from our utility and ancillary income programs.
The $27.1 million increase in same store property expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022, was primarily due to higher insurance expense of approximately $9.7 million primarily due to increased premiums and claims; repairs and maintenance expense of $4.8 million; real estate taxes of $4.6 million due to increased tax rates and property valuations; utilities expense of $3.4 million; and, marketing and leasing expenses of $1.7 million.
The $9.4 million increase in same store property expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023, was primarily due to higher salaries and benefits of approximately $5.7 million, higher utilities expense and expenses associated with our ancillary programs of approximately $4.8 million, higher marketing, leasing, and other expenses of approximately $2.4 million, higher repairs and maintenance expense of approximately $2.3 million, and higher property general and administrative expenses of approximately $0.9 million.
We will, however, continue to assess and take further actions we believe are prudent to meet our objectives and capital requirements. 20 Table of C ontents Property Portfolio Our multifamily property portfolio is summarized as follows: December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 Number of Homes Properties Number of Homes Properties Operating Properties Houston, Texas 9,154 26 9,154 26 Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas 6,224 15 6,224 15 Washington, D.C.
Property Portfolio Our multifamily property portfolio is summarized as follows: December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 Number of Homes Properties Number of Homes Properties Operating Properties Houston, Texas 9,531 28 9,154 26 Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas 6,224 15 6,224 15 Washington, D.C.
The decrease was comprised of lower NOI related to dispositions of approximately $1.4 million and lower other property NOI of approximately $6.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to the same period in 2022.
The decrease was also due to lower other property NOI of approximately $4.5 million primarily due to higher storm-related insurance expenses of approximately $5.6 million, partially offset by approximately $1.1 million of higher revenues related to business interruption proceeds for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the same period in 2023.
Reconciliations of net income attributable to common shareholders to FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows: 29 Table of C ontents ($ in thousands) 2023 2022 Funds from operations Net income attributable to common shareholders $ 403,309 $ 653,613 Real estate depreciation and amortization 562,654 565,913 Adjustments for unconsolidated joint ventures — 2,709 Gain on sale of operating properties (225,331) (36,372) Gain on acquisition of unconsolidated joint venture interests — (474,146) Income allocated to non-controlling interests 7,244 7,895 Funds from operations $ 747,876 $ 719,612 Casualty-related expenses, net of recoveries 1,186 2,282 Severance — 896 Legal costs and settlements, net of recoveries 280 555 Loss on early retirement of debt 2,513 — Expensed development and other pursuit costs 471 — Net below market lease amortization — (8,467) Miscellaneous (income)/expense (1) (364) (2,071) Core funds from operations $ 751,962 $ 712,807 Less: recurring capitalized expenditures (97,094) (90,715) Core adjusted funds from operations $ 654,868 $ 622,092 Weighted average shares – basic 108,653 107,605 Incremental shares issuable from assumed conversion of: Share awards granted 21 50 Common units 1,595 1,606 Weighted average shares – diluted 110,269 109,261 (1) For the year ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 activity relates to proceeds from a previously sold technology investment.
Additionally, FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO as disclosed by other REITs may not be comparable to our calculation. 26 Table of Contents Reconciliations of net income attributable to common shareholders to FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: ($ in thousands) 2024 2023 Funds from operations Net income attributable to common shareholders $ 163,293 $ 403,309 Real estate depreciation and amortization 569,998 562,654 Impairment associated with land development activities 40,988 — Gain on sale of operating properties (43,806) (225,331) Income allocated to non-controlling interests 7,547 7,244 Funds from operations $ 738,020 $ 747,876 Casualty-related expenses, net of recoveries 5,849 1,186 Severance 506 — Legal costs and settlements 4,844 280 Loss on early retirement of debt 921 2,513 Expensed transaction, development, and other pursuit costs 2,203 471 Advocacy contributions 1,653 — Miscellaneous (income)/expense (1) — (364) Core funds from operations $ 753,996 $ 751,962 Less: recurring capitalized expenditures (106,403) (97,094) Core adjusted funds from operations $ 647,593 $ 654,868 Weighted average shares – basic 108,491 108,653 Incremental shares issuable from assumed conversion of: Share awards granted 48 21 Common units 1,594 1,595 Weighted average shares – diluted 110,133 110,269 (1) For the year ended December 31, 2023, activity relates to proceeds from an earn-out from a previously sold technology investment.
As of December 31, 2023, we had approximately $1.2 billion available under our unsecured revolving credit facility. As of December 31, 2023 and through the date of this filing, we also had common shares having an aggregate offering price of up to $500.0 million remaining available for sale under our 2023 ATM program.
As of December 31, 2024, and through the date of this filing, we also had common shares having an aggregate offering price of up to $500.0 million remaining available for sale under our 2023 ATM program. We believe we are well-positioned with a strong balance sheet and sufficient liquidity to fund new development, redevelopment, and other capital funding requirements.
Property management expenses were 2.2% and 2.0% of total property revenues for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Fee and asset management expense from property management, asset management, construction, and development activities at our joint ventures and our third-party projects decreased approximately $0.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
Fee and asset management expense from construction and development activities at our third-party projects increased approximately $0.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023 primarily due to the increase in third-party construction activity in 2024. General and administrative expenses increased approximately $9.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023.
Equity in income of joint ventures decreased approximately $3.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022. The decrease was primarily due to our consolidating the Funds on April 1, 2022. Income tax expense increased approximately $0.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to the same period in 2022.
Income tax expense decreased approximately $0.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the same period in 2023.
As a REIT, we are subject to a number of organizational and operational requirements, including a requirement to distribute current dividends to our shareholders equal to a minimum of 90% of our annual taxable income. In order to reduce the amount of income taxes, our general policy is to distribute at least 100% of our taxable income.
We continue to evaluate our portfolio and plan to continue our practice of selective dispositions as market conditions warrant and opportunities arise. As a REIT, we are subject to a number of organizational and operational requirements, including a requirement to distribute current dividends to our shareholders equal to a minimum of 90% of our annual taxable income.
Properties Under Development Our consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2023 included approximately $486.9 million related to properties under development and land. Of this amount, approximately $214.0 million related to our projects currently under construction. In addition, we had approximately $272.9 million primarily invested in land held for future development related to projects we currently expect to begin construction.
Properties Under Development and Land Our consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2024 included approximately $401.5 million related to properties under development and land. Of this amount, approximately $211.4 million related to our projects currently under construction.
In December 2023, we announced our Board of Trust Managers had declared a quarterly dividend of $1.00 per common share to our common shareholders of record as of December 15, 2023. This dividend was subsequently paid on January 17, 2024, and we paid equivalent amounts per unit to holders of common operating partnership units.
This dividend was subsequently paid on January 17, 2025, and we paid equivalent amounts per unit to holders of common operating partnership units.
Non-Property Income Year Ended December 31, Change ($ in thousands) 2023 2022 $ % Fee and asset management $ 3,451 $ 5,188 $ (1,737) (33.5) % Interest and other income 879 3,019 (2,140) (70.9) Income/(loss) on deferred compensation plans 15,398 (19,637) 35,035 * Total non-property income $ 19,728 $ (11,430) $ 31,158 (272.6) % *Not a meaningful percentage.
Non-Property Income Year Ended December 31, Change ($ in thousands) 2024 2023 $ % Fee and asset management $ 7,137 $ 3,451 $ 3,686 106.8 % Interest and other income 4,420 879 3,541 * Income on deferred compensation plans 12,629 15,398 (2,769) (18.0) Total non-property income $ 24,186 $ 19,728 $ 4,458 22.6 % *Not a meaningful percentage.
The increase was primarily due to a $300 million term loan we entered into in December 2022, the issuance of $500 million unsecured notes in November 2023, higher interest expense recognized on our unsecured revolving credit facility resulting from higher interest rates and an increase in average balances outstanding, and higher interest expense recognized on our other variable rate debt outstanding in 2023 due to higher interest rates as compared to the same period in 2022.
The decrease was primarily due to the repayments of a $300 million, 6.21% unsecured term loan and $250.0 million, 4.36% senior unsecured notes in January 2024, and the repayment of a $250 million, 3.68% senior unsecured notes in September 2024, and lower interest expense recognized on our unsecured revolving credit facility resulting from lower average balances outstanding during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the same period in 2023.
These estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the balance sheet date, and the amounts of revenues and expenses recognized during the reporting period. These estimates are based on historical experience and other assumptions believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.
Critical Accounting Estimates The preparation of our financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions. These estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the balance sheet date, and the amounts of revenues and expenses recognized during the reporting period.
The decrease in NOI related to dispositions was due to the disposition of two operating properties in 2023, and the disposition of one operating property in March 2022.
The decrease was comprised of lower NOI related to dispositions of approximately $24.3 million due to the dispositions of one operating property in each of June 2023, December 2023, and February 2024.
Non-same Store and Development and Lease-up Analysis Property NOI from non-same store (which includes acquisitions, non-same store stabilized properties, and other) and development and lease-up communities increased $42.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022.
The increase was partially offset by lower property insurance expense of approximately $6.4 million and lower real estate taxes of approximately $0.3 million. 23 Table of Contents Non-same Store and Development and Lease-up Analysis Property NOI from non-same store and development and lease-up communities increased $10.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023.
Although we believe these expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions, future events rarely develop exactly as forecasted and estimates routinely require adjustment. 23 Table of C ontents Geographic Diversification At December 31, 2023 and 2022, our real estate assets by various markets, excluding depreciation, were as follows: ($ in thousands) 2023 2022 Houston, Texas $ 1,960,825 14.9 % $ 1,878,221 14.5 % Washington, D.C.
Geographic Diversification At December 31, 2024 and 2023, the book value of our real estate assets by various markets, excluding depreciation, were as follows: ($ in thousands) 2024 2023 Houston, Texas $ 2,069,477 15.4 % $ 1,960,825 14.9 % Washington, D.C.
Non-same store communities are stabilized communities not owned or stabilized since January 1, 2022, including communities under redevelopment and excluding properties held for sale. We define communities under redevelopment as communities with capital expenditures that improve a community's cash flow and competitive position through extensive unit, exterior building, common area, and amenity upgrades.
We define communities under redevelopment as communities with capital expenditures that improve a community's cash flow and competitive position through extensive unit, exterior building, common area, and amenity upgrades. Management believes same store information is useful as it allows both management and investors to determine financial results over a particular period for the same set of communities.
The changes were related to the performance of the investments held in deferred compensation plans for participants and were directly offset by the income/(loss) related to these plans, as discussed in the Non-Property Income section above. 28 Table of C ontents Other Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands) 2023 2022 $ Loss on early retirement of debt $ (2,513) $ — $ (2,513) Gain on sale of operating properties, including land 225,416 36,372 189,044 Gain on acquisition of unconsolidated joint venture interests — 474,146 (474,146) Equity in income of joint ventures — 3,048 (3,048) Income tax expense (3,650) (2,966) (684) The $2.5 million loss on early retirement of debt during the year ended December 31, 2023 was due to the early repayment of our $185.2 million secured variable rate notes due in 2024 and 2026, and consisted of approximately $1.7 million of prepayment penalties and fees and approximately $0.8 million of unamortized fair value adjustments.
The changes were related to the performance of the investments held in deferred compensation plans for participants and were directly offset by the income related to these plans, as discussed in the Non-Property Income section above. 25 Table of Contents Other Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands) 2024 2023 $ Impairment associated with land development activities $ (40,988) $ — $ (40,988) Loss on early retirement of debt $ (921) $ (2,513) $ 1,592 Gain on sale of operating properties $ 43,806 $ 225,416 $ (181,610) Income tax expense $ (2,926) $ (3,650) $ 724 The impairment expense associated with land development activities for the year ended December 31, 2024 of approximately $41.0 million related to three projects we have put on hold.
Property management expenses, which primarily represent regional supervision and accounting costs related to property operations, increased approximately $5.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022. The increase was primarily related to higher salary, benefits, and incentive compensation costs and higher travel related costs.
The increase was primarily related to higher salary, benefits, and incentive compensation costs, and higher advocacy contributions. Property management expenses were 2.5% and 2.2% of total property revenues for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Future dividend payments are paid at the discretion of the Board of Trust Managers and depend on cash flows generated from operations, the Company's financial condition, and capital requirements, distribution requirements under the REIT provisions of the Code and other factors, including the Company's past performance, and future prospects, which may be deemed relevant by our Board of Trust Managers.
Future dividend payments are paid at the discretion of the Board of Trust Managers and a number of factors are considered, including the Company's past performance and future prospects, which may be deemed relevant by our Board of Trust Managers. Assuming similar dividend distributions for the remainder of 2025, our annualized dividend rate for 2025 would be $4.20.
Excluding deferred compensation plans, general and administrative expenses were 4.0% and 4.2% of total revenues for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Interest expense increased approximately $20.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
The increase was primarily related to higher salaries, benefits, and incentive compensation costs, higher legal expenses, and higher abandoned acquisition and development pursuit costs. Excluding income on deferred compensation plans, general and administrative expenses were 4.7% and 4.0% of total revenues for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
We estimate the additional cost to complete the construction of the four projects to be approximately $137.6 million. Of this amount, we expect to incur costs between approximately $120 million and $130 million during 2024 and to incur the 32 Table of C ontents remaining costs during 2025.
Of this amount, we expect to incur costs between approximately $135 million and $155 million during 2025 and to incur the remaining costs during 2026 and 2027.
Management believes same store information is useful as it allows both management and investors to determine financial results over a particular period for the same set of communities. Development and lease-up communities are non-stabilized communities we have developed since January 1, 2022, excluding properties held for sale.
Development and lease-up communities are non-stabilized communities we have developed since January 1, 2023, excluding properties held for sale.
At December 31, 2023, we had the following communities undergoing development activities: ($ in millions) Properties and Locations Projected Homes Total Estimated Cost (1) Cost to Date Camden South Charlotte 420 $ 153.0 $ 32.9 Charlotte, NC Camden Blakeney 349 145.0 26.0 Charlotte, NC Camden Baker 435 165.0 33.1 Denver, CO Camden Nations 393 175.0 39.0 Nashville, TN Camden Gulch 480 260.0 49.1 Nashville, TN Camden Paces III 350 100.0 22.5 Atlanta, GA Camden Highland Village II 300 100.0 10.4 Houston, TX Camden Arts District 354 150.0 45.5 Los Angeles, CA Camden Downtown II 271 145.0 14.4 Houston, TX 3,352 $ 1,393.0 $ 272.9 (1) Represents our estimate of total costs we expect to incur on these projects.
At December 31, 2024, we had the following communities undergoing development activities: ($ in millions) Properties and Locations Projected Homes Total Estimated Cost (1) Cost to Date Camden Nations 393 $ 176.0 $ 43.0 Nashville, TN Camden Baker 434 191.0 36.6 Denver, CO Camden Gulch 498 300.0 52.7 Nashville, TN 1,325 $ 667.0 $ 132.3 (1) Represents our estimate of total costs we expect to incur on these projects.