Biggest changeHome Sales and Other The following table summarizes certain financial and statistical data for our Home Sales and Other Operations: (amounts in thousands, except home sales volumes) 2023 2022 Variance % Change Gross revenue from new home sales $ 88,546 $ 116,790 $ (28,244) (24.2) % Cost of new home sales 78,427 104,684 (26,257) (25.1) % Gross revenue from used home sales 3,872 4,401 (529) (12.0) % Cost of used home sales 4,050 4,212 (162) (3.8) % Gross revenue from brokered resales and ancillary services 52,801 58,988 (6,187) (10.5) % Cost of brokered resales and ancillary services 25,191 30,116 (4,925) (16.4) % Home selling and ancillary operating expenses 27,453 27,321 132 0.5 % Home sales volumes: New home sales 905 1,176 (271) (23.0) % Used home sales 313 337 (24) (7.1) % Brokered home resales 630 808 (178) (22.0) % Gross revenue from new home sales decreased $28.2 million and Cost of new home sales decreased $26.3 million during the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, primarily due to a decrease in the number of new homes sold. 52 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Rental Operations The following table summarizes certain financial and statistical data for our MH Rental Operations: (amounts in thousands, except rental unit volumes) 2023 2022 Variance % Change Rental operations revenue (1) $ 38,633 $ 42,871 $ (4,238) (9.9) % Rental home operating and maintenance 5,390 5,370 20 0.4 % Depreciation on rental homes (2) 10,881 10,060 821 8.2 % Gross investment in new manufactured home rental units $ 245,130 $ 237,932 $ 7,198 3.0 % Gross investment in used manufactured home rental units $ 12,245 $ 15,127 $ (2,882) (19.1) % Net investment in new manufactured home rental units $ 203,936 $ 205,946 $ (2,010) (1.0) % Net investment in used manufactured home rental units $ 7,372 $ 10,837 $ (3,465) (32.0) % Number of occupied rentals – new, end of period 2,016 2,481 (465) (18.7) % Number of occupied rentals—used, end of period 246 330 (84) (25.5) % _____________________ (1) Consists of Site rental income and home rental income.
Biggest changeProperty Operating Expenses Property operating expenses, excluding property management, in our Core Portfolio for 2024 increased $14.8 million, or 2.6%, from 2023, primarily due to increases in insurance of $4.7 million, utility expenses of $3.9 million, real estate taxes of $3.9 million and bad debt expense of $1.2 million. 52 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Home Sales and Other The following table summarizes certain financial and statistical data for our Home Sales and Other Operations: (amounts in thousands, except home sales volumes) 2024 2023 Variance % Change Gross revenue from new home sales $ 66,432 $ 88,546 $ (22,114) (25.0) % Cost of new home sales 57,713 78,427 (20,714) (26.4) % Gross revenue from used home sales 3,812 3,872 (60) (1.5) % Cost of used home sales 2,745 4,050 (1,305) (32.2) % Gross revenue from brokered resales and ancillary services 47,488 52,801 (5,313) (10.1) % Cost of brokered resales and ancillary services 24,313 25,191 (878) (3.5) % Home selling and ancillary operating expenses 27,644 27,453 191 0.7 % Home sales volumes: New home sales 756 905 (149) (16.5) % Used home sales 218 313 (95) (30.4) % Brokered home resales 505 630 (125) (19.8) % Gross revenue from new home sales decreased $22.1 million and Cost of new home sales decreased $20.7 million during the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to a decrease in the number of new homes sold.
Our membership subscriptions generally provide for an annual dues increase, but dues may be frozen under the terms of certain contracts if the customer is over 61 years old. Currently, approximately 20.0% of our dues are frozen. Some of our costs, including operating and administrative expenses, interest expense and construction costs are subject to inflation.
Our membership subscriptions generally provide for an annual dues increase, but dues may be frozen under the terms of certain contracts if the customer is over 61 years old. Currently, approximately 21.0% of our dues are frozen. Some of our costs, including operating and administrative expenses, interest expense and construction costs are subject to inflation.
(3) Amounts include interest expected to be incurred on our secured and unsecured debt based on obligations outstanding as of December 31, 2023. (4) Amounts represent minimum future rental payments for land under non-cancelable operating leases at certain of our Properties expiring at various years through 2054.
(3) Amounts include interest expected to be incurred on our secured and unsecured debt based on obligations outstanding as of December 31, 2024. (4) Amounts represent minimum future rental payments for land under non-cancelable operating leases at certain of our Properties expiring at various years through 2054.
Our Core Portfolio could change from time-to-time depending on acquisitions, dispositions and significant transactions or unique situations. Our Core Portfolio in 2023 and 2022 includes all Properties acquired prior to December 31, 2021 that we have owned and operated continuously since January 1, 2022.
Our Core Portfolio could change from time-to-time depending on acquisitions, dispositions and significant transactions or unique situations. Our Core Portfolio in 2024 and 2023 includes all Properties acquired prior to December 31, 2022 that we have owned and operated continuously since January 1, 2023.
Our Non-Core Portfolio includes all Properties that were not owned and operated during all of 2022 and 2023, including six properties in Florida impacted by Hurricane Ian and two properties in California that were impacted by storm and flooding events.
Our Non-Core Portfolio includes all Properties that were not owned and operated during all of 2023 and 2024, including six properties in Florida impacted by Hurricane Ian and two properties in California that were impacted by storm and flooding events.
Our Non-Core Portfolio includes all Properties that were not owned and operated during all of 2022 and 2023, including six properties in Florida impacted by Hurricane Ian and two properties in California that were impacted by storm and flooding events.
Our Non-Core Portfolio includes all Properties that were not owned and operated during all of 2023 and 2024, including six properties in Florida impacted by Hurricane Ian and two properties in California that were impacted by storm and flooding events.
Our Non-Core Portfolio includes all Properties that were not owned and operated during all of 2022 and 2023, including six properties in Florida impacted by Hurricane Ian and two properties in California that were impacted by storm and flooding events.
Our Non-Core Portfolio includes all Properties that were not owned and operated during all of 2023 and 2024, including six properties in Florida impacted by Hurricane Ian and two properties in California that were impacted by storm and flooding events.
Our Core Portfolio could change from time-to-time depending on acquisitions, dispositions and significant transactions or unique situations. Our Core Portfolio consists of our Properties owned and operated during all of 2022 and 2023.
Our Core Portfolio could change from time-to-time depending on acquisitions, dispositions and significant transactions or unique situations. Our Core Portfolio consists of our Properties owned and operated during all of 2023 and 2024.
For the comparison of our results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 and discussion of our operating activities, investing activities and financing activities for these years, refer to Part II, Item 7.
For the comparison of our results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 and discussion of our operating activities, investing activities and financing activities for these years, refer to Part II, Item 7.
Casualty related charges/(recoveries), net During the year ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, we recognized expenses of approximately $13.4 million and $40.6 million related to debris removal and cleanup costs related to Hurricane Ian and an offsetting insurance recovery revenue accrual of $13.4 million and $40.6 million, respectively, related to the expected insurance recovery as a result of Hurricane Ian, which is included in Casualty related charges/recoveries, net in the Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, we recognized expenses of $13.4 million related to debris removal and cleanup costs related to Hurricane Ian and an offsetting insurance recovery revenue accrual of $13.4 million related to the expected insurance recovery as a result of Hurricane Ian, which is included in Casualty related charges/recoveries, net in the Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income.
We define Normalized FFO as FFO excluding non-operating income and expense items, such as gains and losses from early debt extinguishment, including prepayment penalties, defeasance costs, transaction/pursuit costs, and other miscellaneous non-comparable items. 48 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) We believe that FFO and Normalized FFO are helpful to investors as supplemental measures of the performance of an equity REIT.
We define Normalized FFO as FFO excluding non-operating income and expense items, such as gains and losses from early debt extinguishment, including prepayment penalties, defeasance costs, transaction/pursuit costs and other, and other miscellaneous non-comparable items. We believe that FFO and Normalized FFO are helpful to investors as supplemental measures of the performance of an equity REIT.
Our strategy of converting existing residents to home buyers continues to be successful with approximately 25% of our home sales during the year ended December 31, 2023 coming from individuals who already reside in our communities as an existing renter or homeowner.
Our strategy of converting existing residents to home buyers continues to be successful, with approximately 25% of our home sales during the year ended December 31, 2023 coming from individuals who already reside in our communities as an existing renters or homeowners.
We also actively pursue opportunities that fit our acquisition criteria and are currently engaged in various stages of negotiations relating to the possible acquisition of additional properties. We believe the demand from baby boomers for MH and RV communities will continue to be strong over the long term.
We also actively pursue opportunities that fit our acquisition criteria and are currently engaged in various stages of negotiations relating to the possible acquisition of additional properties. 44 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) We believe the demand from baby boomers for MH and RV communities will continue to be strong over the long term.
We have a limited program under which we purchase loans made by an unaffiliated lender to homebuyers at our Properties. Under the existing administration, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (the “FHFA”), overseer of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac (the “GSEs”) and the Federal Home Loan Banks, has focused on equitable access to affordable and sustainable housing.
We have a limited program under which we purchase loans made by an unaffiliated lender to homebuyers at our Properties. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (the “FHFA”), overseer of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac (the “GSEs”) and the Federal Home Loan Banks, focuses on equitable access to affordable and sustainable housing.
In addition to maintaining occupancy, we have experienced rental rate increases during the year ended December 31, 2023, which contributed to a growth of 6.8% in Core MH base rental income compared to the same period in 2022.
In addition to maintaining occupancy, we have experienced rental rate increases during the year ended December 31, 2024, which contributed to a growth of 6.1% in Core MH base rental income compared to the same period in 2023.
The increase in income from property operations from our Core Portfolio was primarily due to higher property operating revenues, primarily in MH base rental income and RV and marina base rental income, partially offset by an increase in property operating expenses, excluding property management.
The increase in income from property operations from our Core Portfolio was primarily due to higher property operating revenues, primarily in MH base rental income and RV and marina base rental income, as well as utility and other income, partially offset by an increase in property operating expenses, excluding property management.
Major Market Total Sites Number of Properties Percent of Total Sites Percent of Total Property Operating Revenue Florida 64,609 151 38.3 % 45.3 % Northeast 21,907 59 13.0 % 11.3 % Arizona 19,394 44 11.5 % 10.4 % California 13,440 47 8.0 % 10.6 % Southeast 13,009 34 7.7 % 5.8 % Midwest 12,477 31 7.4 % 5.4 % Texas 10,465 20 6.2 % 2.6 % Northwest 6,457 26 3.8 % 3.0 % Colorado 3,829 11 2.3 % 3.3 % Other 3,314 14 2.0 % 2.3 % Total 168,901 437 100.0 % 100.0 % Qualification as a REIT Commencing with our taxable year ended December 31, 1993, we have elected to be taxed as a REIT for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
Major Market Total Sites Number of Properties Percent of Total Sites Percent of Total Property Operating Revenue Florida 64,821 151 38.3 % 45.3 % Northeast 21,907 59 12.9 % 11.3 % Arizona 19,393 44 11.4 % 10.6 % California 13,440 47 7.9 % 10.7 % Southeast 13,328 34 7.9 % 5.5 % Midwest 12,477 31 7.4 % 5.3 % Texas 10,465 20 6.2 % 2.6 % Northwest 6,457 26 3.8 % 3.0 % Colorado 3,829 11 2.3 % 3.4 % Other 3,314 14 2.0 % 2.3 % Total 169,431 437 100.0 % 100.0 % Qualification as a REIT Commencing with our taxable year ended December 31, 1993, we have elected to be taxed as a REIT for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
(4) Represents non-operating expenses associated with the Westwinds ground leases that terminated on August 31, 2022 and is included in General and Administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of Income. 50 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Results of Operations This section discusses the comparison of our results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022.
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (5) Represents non-operating expenses associated with the Westwinds ground leases that terminated on August 31, 2022 and is included in General and Administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of Income. 50 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Results of Operations This section discusses the comparison of our results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
RV and marina base rental income in our Core Portfolio for the year ended December 31, 2023, was 3.5% higher than the same period in 2022 and was driven by an increase in annual and seasonal revenues.
RV and marina base rental income in our Core Portfolio for the year ended December 31, 2024, was 3.0% higher than the same period in 2023 and was driven by an increase in annual revenues.
We continue to expect there to be fluctuations in the sources of occupancy gains 45 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) depending on local market conditions, availability of vacant sites and success with converting renters to homeowners.
We continue to expect there to be fluctuations in the sources of occupancy gains depending on local market conditions, availability of vacant sites and success with converting renters to homeowners.
The requirements for qualification as a REIT are highly technical and complex, as they pertain to the ownership of our outstanding stock, the nature of our assets, the sources of our income and the amount of our 47 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) distributions to our stockholders.
The requirements for qualification as a REIT are highly technical and complex, as they pertain to the ownership of our outstanding stock, the nature of our assets, the sources of our income and the amount of our distributions to our stockholders.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations of the Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022, filed with the SEC on January 22, 2024.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations of the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on February 22, 2024.
Approximately $24.1 million and $27.7 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively, of Site rental income is included in MH base rental income in the Core Portfolio Income from Property Operations table. The remainder of home rental income is included in rental home income in our Core Portfolio Income from Property Operations table.
Approximately $21.0 million and $24.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, of Site rental income is included in MH base rental income in the Core Portfolio Income from Property Operations table. The remainder of home rental income is included in rental home income in our Core Portfolio Income from Property Operations table.
The difference between the sum of the total portfolio income items and Rental income on the Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income is bad debt expense, which is presented in Property operating and maintenance expense in this table.
The difference between the sum of the total portfolio income items and Rental income on the Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income is bad debt expense, which is presented in Insurance and other expense in this table.
During the year ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, we received insurance proceeds of approximately $68.3 million and zero, respectively, of which $10.6 million and zero was identified as business interruption recovery revenue, respectively.
During the year ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, we received insurance proceeds of approximately $32.4 million and $68.3 million, respectively, of which $7.6 million and $10.6 million was identified as business interruption recovery revenue, respectively.
The following table provides additional details regarding our TTC memberships for the past five years: 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 TTC Origination 45,990 51,415 50,523 44,129 41,484 TTC Sales 20,758 23,237 23,923 20,587 19,267 RV Dealer TTC Activations 25,232 28,178 26,600 23,542 22,217 Demand for our homes and communities remains strong as evidenced by factors including our high occupancy levels.
The following table provides additional details regarding our TTC memberships for the past five years: 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 TTC Origination 43,091 45,990 51,415 50,523 44,129 TTC Sales 19,539 20,758 23,237 23,923 20,587 RV Dealer TTC Activations 23,552 25,232 28,178 26,600 23,542 Demand for our homes and communities is strong, as evidenced by factors including our high occupancy levels.
(2) Balances exclude unamortized deferred financing costs of $29.5 million. Balances represent debt maturing and scheduled periodic payments as well as our LOC balance of $31.0 million outstanding as of December 31, 2023, on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
(2) Balances exclude unamortized deferred financing costs of $25.1 million. Balances represent debt maturing and scheduled periodic payments as well as our LOC balance of $77.0 million outstanding as of December 31, 2024, on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
The FHFA mandate requires the GSE Plans to address leadership in developing loan products and flexible underwriting guidelines in underserved markets to facilitate a secondary market for mortgages on manufactured homes titled as real property or personal property, blanket loans for certain categories of manufactured housing communities, preserving the affordability of housing for renters and homebuyers, and housing in rural markets.
Since 2017, the FHFA has developed programs for the GSEs that address leadership in developing loan products and flexible underwriting guidelines in underserved markets to facilitate a secondary market for mortgages on manufactured homes titled as real property or personal property, blanket loans for certain categories of manufactured housing communities, preserving the affordability of housing for renters and homebuyers, and housing in rural markets.
(2) Membership upgrade sales revenue is net of deferrals of $21.0 million and $21.7 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. (3) Includes bad debt expense for all periods presented. (4) Membership sales and marketing expense is net of sales commission deferrals of $3.2 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
(2) Membership upgrade sales revenue is net of deferrals of $15.1 million and $21.0 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. (3) Includes bad debt expense for all periods presented.
The average monthly base rental income per Site in our Core portfolio increased to approximately $810 in 2023 from approximately $757 in 2022. The average occupancy in our Core Portfolio was 94.9% in 2023 and 95.1% in 2022.
The average monthly base rental income per Site in our Core portfolio increased to approximately $858 in 2024 from approximately $810 in 2023. The average occupancy in our Core Portfolio was approximately 94.9% in both 2024 and 2023.
The following table shows the breakdown of our Sites by type (amounts are approximate): Total Sites as of December 31, 2023 MH Sites 73,000 RV Sites: Annual 34,900 Seasonal 12,500 Transient 15,600 Marina Slips 6,900 Membership (1) 26,000 Joint Ventures (2) 3,600 Total (3) 172,500 _____________________ (1) Primarily utilized to service the approximately 121,000 members.
The following table shows the breakdown of our Sites by type (amounts are approximate): Total Sites as of December 31, 2024 MH Sites 73,200 RV Sites: Annual 34,200 Seasonal 11,800 Transient 17,300 Marina Slips 6,900 Membership (1) 26,000 Joint Ventures (2) 3,800 Total 173,200 _____________________ (1) Primarily utilized to service the approximately 113,600 members.
Core Portfolio income from property operations, excluding property management, is useful to investors for annual comparison as it removes the fluctuations associated with acquisitions, dispositions and significant transactions or unique situations.
Our Core Portfolio consists of our Properties owned and operated during all of 2023 and 2024. Core Portfolio income from property operations, excluding property management, is useful to investors for annual comparison as it removes the fluctuations associated with acquisitions, dispositions and significant transactions or unique situations.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, property operating revenues in our Core Portfolio, increased 5.8% and property operating expenses in our Core Portfolio, excluding property management, increased 7.0%, from the year ended December 31, 2022, resulting in an increase in income from property operations, excluding property management, of 5.0%.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, property operating revenues in our Core Portfolio, increased 4.8% and property operating expenses in our Core Portfolio, excluding property management, increased 2.6%, from the year ended December 31, 2023, resulting in increased income from property operations, excluding property management, of 6.5%.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, our Core Portfolio occupancy increased by 5 sites with an increase in homeowner occupancy of 554 sites and a decrease in rental occupancy of 549.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, our Core Portfolio occupancy increased by 38 sites with an increase in homeowner occupancy of 379 sites and a decrease in rental occupancy of 341.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data—Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies. Impairment of Long-Lived Assets We review our Properties for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of the Property may not be recoverable.
Actual results could differ from these estimates. For additional information regarding our significant accounting policies, see Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data—Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies. Impairment of Long-Lived Assets We review our Properties for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of the Property may not be recoverable.
Capital improvements The following table summarizes capital improvements: For the years ended December 31, (amounts in thousands) 2023 2022 2021 Asset preservation (1) $ 58,969 $ 46,406 $ 43,618 Improvements and renovations (2) 40,757 34,121 26,887 Property upgrades and development (3) 183,174 134,318 120,209 Site development (4) 27,005 22,105 10,370 Total property improvements 309,905 236,950 201,084 Corporate 7,181 12,327 3,181 Total capital improvements $ 317,086 $ 249,277 $ 204,265 _____________________ (1) Includes upkeep of property infrastructure including utilities and streets and replacement of community equipment and vehicles.
Capital improvements The following table summarizes capital improvements: For the years ended December 31, (amounts in thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Asset preservation (1) $ 53,306 $ 58,969 $ 46,406 Improvements and renovations (2) 31,127 40,757 34,121 Property upgrades and development (3) 135,314 183,174 134,318 Site development (4) 13,337 27,005 22,105 Total property improvements 233,084 309,905 236,950 Corporate 8,195 7,181 12,327 Total capital improvements $ 241,279 $ 317,086 $ 249,277 _____________________ (1) Includes upkeep of property infrastructure including utilities and streets and replacement of community equipment and vehicles.
We expect it is likely that over the next decade, we will continue to see high levels of second-home sales and that manufactured homes and cottages in our Properties will continue to provide a viable second-home alternative to site-built homes.
We expect it is likely that over the next decade, we will continue to see high levels of second-home sales and that manufactured homes and cottages in our Properties will continue to provide a viable second-home alternative to site-built homes. We also believe the Millennial and Generation Z demographic will contribute to our future long-term customer pipeline.
While the FHFA and the current GSE 2022-24 DTS Plans may have a positive impact on the ability of our customers to obtain chattel financing, the actual impact on us, as well as the industry, cannot be determined at this time. In addition to net income computed in accordance with U.S.
While the FHFA and the current programs may have a positive impact on our customers, the impact on us as well as the industry cannot be determined at this time. In addition to net income computed in accordance with U.S.
Loss on sale of real estate and impairment, net During the year ended December 31, 2023, we recorded a $3.6 million reduction to the carrying value of certain assets, as a result of property damage caused by weather events in 2023.
Gain/(Loss) on sale of real estate and impairment, net Gain/(Loss) on sale of real estate and impairment, net was $1.1 million lower during the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, due to a higher reduction of the carrying value of certain assets, as a result of property damage caused by weather events in 2023.
With respect to any refinancing of maturing debt, our future cash flow requirements could be impacted by significant changes in interest rates or other debt terms, including required amortization payments. As of December 31, 2023, approximately 18.3% of our outstanding debt is fully amortizing.
With respect to any refinancing of maturing debt, our future cash flow requirements could be impacted by significant changes in interest rates or other debt terms, including required amortization payments.
Core RV and marina base rental income from annuals represents more than 68.6% of total Core RV and marina base rental income and increased 8.1% for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the same period in 2022.
Core RV and marina base rental income from annuals represents 70.3% of total Core RV and marina base rental income and increased 6.5% for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
We closed 905 new home sales during the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to 1,176 new home sales during the year ended December 31, 2022.
Additionally, we closed 756 new home sales during the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to 905 new home sales during the year ended December 31, 2023.
The following table reconciles net income available for Common Stockholders to income from property operations for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021: Total Portfolio (amounts in thousands) 2023 2022 2021 Computation of Income from Property Operations: Net income available for Common Stockholders $ 314,191 $ 284,611 $ 262,462 Redeemable preferred stock dividends 16 16 16 Income allocated to non-controlling interests – Common OP Units 15,470 14,198 13,522 Consolidated net income 329,677 298,825 276,000 Equity in income of unconsolidated joint ventures (2,713) (3,363) (3,881) Income tax benefit (10,488) — — (Gain)/Loss on sale of real estate and impairment, net 3,581 — 59 Gross revenues from home sales, brokered resales and ancillary services (145,219) (180,179) (152,517) Interest income (9,037) (7,430) (7,016) Income from other investments, net (8,703) (8,553) (4,555) Property management 76,170 74,083 65,979 Depreciation and amortization 203,738 202,362 188,444 Cost of home sales, brokered resales and ancillary services 107,668 139,012 120,623 Home selling expenses and ancillary operating expenses 27,453 27,321 23,538 General and administrative 47,280 44,857 39,576 Casualty-related charges/(recoveries), net — — — Other expenses 5,768 8,646 4,241 Early debt retirement 68 1,156 2,784 Interest and related amortization 132,342 116,562 108,718 Income from property operations, excluding property management $ 757,585 $ 713,299 $ 661,993 Property management $ (76,170) $ (74,083) $ (65,979) Income from property operations $ 681,415 $ 639,216 $ 596,014 49 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) The following table presents a calculation of FFO available for Common Stock and OP Unitholders and Normalized FFO available for Common Stock and OP Unitholders for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021: (amounts in thousands) 2023 2022 2021 Computation of FFO and Normalized FFO: Net income available for Common Stockholders $ 314,191 $ 284,611 $ 262,462 Income allocated to non-controlling interests – Common OP Units 15,470 14,198 13,522 Depreciation and amortization 203,738 202,362 188,444 Depreciation on unconsolidated joint ventures 4,599 3,886 1,083 Gain on unconsolidated joint ventures (416) — — Loss on sale of real estate and impairment, net 3,581 — 59 FFO available for Common Stock and OP Unit holders 541,163 505,057 465,570 Deferred tax benefit (1) (10,488) — — Accelerated vesting of stock-based compensation expense (2) 6,320 — — Early debt retirement 68 1,156 2,784 Transaction/pursuit costs (3) 368 3,807 598 Lease termination expenses (4) 90 3,119 — Normalized FFO available for Common Stock and OP Unit holders $ 537,521 $ 513,139 $ 468,952 Weighted average Common Shares outstanding—Fully Diluted 195,429 195,255 192,883 _____________________ (1) Represents the release of the valuation allowance of U.S. federal and state deferred tax assets related to our taxable REIT subsidiaries.
The following table reconciles net income available for Common Stockholders to income from property operations for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022: 49 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Total Portfolio (amounts in thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Computation of Income from Property Operations: Net income available for Common Stockholders $ 366,998 $ 314,191 $ 284,611 Redeemable preferred stock dividends 16 16 16 Income allocated to non-controlling interests – Common OP Units 17,804 15,470 14,198 Consolidated net income 384,818 329,677 298,825 Equity in income of unconsolidated joint ventures (6,248) (2,713) (3,363) Income tax benefit (354) (10,488) — (Gain)/Loss on sale of real estate and impairment, net 2,466 3,581 — Gross revenues from home sales, brokered resales and ancillary services (117,732) (145,219) (180,179) Interest income (9,238) (9,037) (7,430) Income from other investments, net (8,274) (8,703) (8,553) Property management 78,114 76,170 74,083 Depreciation and amortization 203,879 203,738 202,362 Cost of home sales, brokered resales and ancillary services 84,771 107,668 139,012 Home selling expenses and ancillary operating expenses 27,644 27,453 27,321 General and administrative 38,483 47,280 44,857 Casualty-related charges/(recoveries), net (20,950) — — Other expenses 5,533 5,768 8,646 Other items (6,800) — — Early debt retirement 5,833 68 1,156 Interest and related amortization 137,710 132,342 116,562 Income from property operations, excluding property management $ 799,655 $ 757,585 $ 713,299 Property management $ (78,114) $ (76,170) $ (74,083) Income from property operations $ 721,541 $ 681,415 $ 639,216 The following table presents a calculation of FFO available for Common Stock and OP Unitholders and Normalized FFO available for Common Stock and OP Unitholders for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022: (amounts in thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Computation of FFO and Normalized FFO: Net income available for Common Stockholders $ 366,998 $ 314,191 $ 284,611 Income allocated to non-controlling interests – Common OP Units 17,804 15,470 14,198 Depreciation and amortization 203,879 203,738 202,362 Depreciation on unconsolidated joint ventures 4,826 4,599 3,886 (Gain)/Loss on unconsolidated joint ventures — (416) — (Gain)/Loss on sale of real estate and impairment, net 2,466 3,581 — FFO available for Common Stock and OP Unit holders 595,973 541,163 505,057 Deferred income tax benefit (1) (354) (10,488) — Accelerated vesting of stock-based compensation expense (2) — 6,320 — Early debt retirement 5,833 68 1,156 Transaction/pursuit costs and other (3) 383 458 3,807 Insurance proceeds due to catastrophic weather events, net (22,101) — — Other items (4) (6,800) — — Lease termination expenses (5) — — 3,119 Normalized FFO available for Common Stock and OP Unit holders $ 572,934 $ 537,521 $ 513,139 Weighted average Common Shares outstanding—Fully Diluted 196,636 195,429 195,255 _____________________ (1) Represents the release of the valuation allowance of U.S. federal and state deferred tax assets related to our taxable REIT subsidiaries.
The following table summarizes our purchase and sale activity of manufactured homes: For the years ended December 31, (amounts in thousands) 2023 2022 2021 Purchase of manufactured homes $ (106,627) $ (123,522) $ (86,025) Sale of manufactured homes 74,802 96,103 81,062 Manufactured homes, net $ (31,825) $ (27,419) $ (4,963) Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities decreased $77.3 million to $324.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, from $402.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The following table summarizes our purchase and sale activity of manufactured homes: For the years ended December 31, (amounts in thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Purchase of manufactured homes $ (43,467) $ (106,627) $ (123,522) Sale of manufactured homes 55,930 74,802 96,103 Manufactured homes, net $ 12,463 $ (31,825) $ (27,419) Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities decreased $106.9 million to $217.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $324.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
We also believe the Millennial and Generation Z demographic will contribute to our future long-term customer pipeline. 43 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) After conducting a comprehensive study of RV ownership, according to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (“RVIA”), data suggested that RV sales are expected to benefit from an increase in demand from those born in the United States from 1980 to 2003, or Millennials and Gen Z, over the coming years.
After conducting a comprehensive study of RV ownership, according to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (“RVIA”), data suggested that RV sales are expected to benefit from an increase in demand from those born in the United States from 1980 to 2003, or Millennials and Gen Z, over the coming years.
Core seasonal RV and marina base rental income increased 2.6% for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. Core transient RV and marina base rental income decreased 11.0% for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the same period in 2022.
Core seasonal RV and marina base rental income decreased 4.7% for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Core transient RV and marina base rental income decreased 4.3% for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
The remaining 97,400 have purchased a Thousand Trails Camping (“TTC”) membership, which is an annual subscription providing the member access to our Properties in one to five geographic regions of the United States. In 2023, a TTC membership for a single geographic region required an annual payment of $670. In addition, members are eligible to upgrade their subscriptions.
The majority of the remaining 92,100 have purchased a Thousand Trails Camping (“TTC”) membership, which is an annual subscription providing the member access to our Properties in one to five geographic regions of the United States. In 2024, a TTC membership for a single geographic region required an annual payment of $725.
As of December 31, 2023, we owned or had an ownership interest in a portfolio of 451 Properties located throughout the United States and Canada containing 172,465 individual developed areas (“Sites”).
As of December 31, 2024, we owned or had an ownership interest in a portfolio of 452 Properties located throughout the United States and Canada containing 173,201 individual developed areas (“Sites”). These Properties are located in 35 states and British Columbia.
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and accompanying footnotes thereto included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 2023 Accomplishments We continued our strong performance in 2023, as marked by these key operational and financial accomplishments: • Net income per Common Share on a fully diluted basis was $1.69 for the year ended December 31, 2023, 10.5% higher than the year ended December 31, 2022. • FFO per Common Share on a fully diluted basis was $2.77 for the year ended December 31, 2023, 7.1% higher than the year ended December 31, 2022. • Normalized FFO per Common Share on a fully diluted basis was $2.75 for the year ended December 31, 2023, 4.7% higher than the year ended December 31, 2022. • Core portfolio generated growth of 5.0% in income from property operations, excluding property management, for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022. • Core MH base rental income increased by 6.8% during the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022.
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and accompanying footnotes thereto included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 2024 Accomplishments We continued our strong performance in 2024, as marked by these key operational and financial accomplishments: • Net income per share of common stock (“Common Share”) on a fully diluted basis was $1.96 for the year ended December 31, 2024, 16.0% higher than the year ended December 31, 2023. • FFO per Common Share on a fully diluted basis was $3.03 for the year ended December 31, 2024, 9.5% higher than the year ended December 31, 2023. • Normalized FFO per Common Share on a fully diluted basis was $2.91 for the year ended December 31, 2024, 5.9% higher than the year ended December 31, 2023. • Core portfolio generated growth of 6.5% in income from property operations, excluding property management, for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. • Core MH base rental income increased by 6.1% during the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. • Manufactured homeowners within our Core portfolio increased by 379 to 67,002 as of December 31, 2024, compared to 66,623 as of December 31, 2023. • Core RV and marina base rental income for the year ended December 31, 2024 increased by 3.0%, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. • Core Annual RV and marina base rental income for the year ended December 31, 2024 increased by 6.5%, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. • New home sales of 756 for the year ended December 31, 2024. • Added 736 expansion sites during the year ended December 31, 2024. • Increased the annual dividend for 2024 to $1.91 per share of Common Stock, an increase of 6.7%, or $0.12, compared to the 2023 annual dividend of $1.79.
We continue to experience strong performance in our membership base within our Thousand Trails portfolio. For the year ended December 31, 2023, annual membership subscriptions revenue increased 3.4% over the same period in 2022. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we sold 20,758 TTC memberships and activated 25,232 TTC memberships through our RV dealer program.
We continue to experience a stable membership base within our Thousand Trails portfolio. For the year ended December 31, 2024, annual membership subscriptions revenue increased 0.8% over the same period in 2023. During the year ended December 31, 2024, we sold 19,539 TTC memberships and activated 23,552 TTC memberships through our RV dealer program.
The following table summarizes our cash flows activity: For the years ended December 31, (amounts in thousands) 2023 2022 2021 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 548,005 $ 475,814 $ 509,027 Net cash used in investing activities (324,753) (402,067) (828,430) Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities (215,662) (174,798) 418,741 Net increase (decrease) in cash and restricted cash $ 7,590 $ (101,051) $ 99,338 54 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Operating Activities Net cash provided by operating activities increased $72.2 million to $548.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, from $475.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The following table summarizes our cash flows activity: For the years ended December 31, (amounts in thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 596,721 $ 548,005 $ 475,814 Net cash used in investing activities (217,838) (324,753) (402,067) Net cash used in financing activities (384,244) (215,662) (174,798) Net (decrease) increase in cash and restricted cash $ (5,361) $ 7,590 $ (101,051) Operating Activities Net cash provided by operating activities increased $48.7 million to $596.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $548.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
For comparative purposes, we present bad debt expense within Property operating and maintenance in the current and prior periods. We believe that this Non-GAAP financial measure is helpful to investors and analysts as a measure of the operating results of our properties. Our Core Portfolio consists of our Properties owned and operated during all of 2022 and 2023.
For 48 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) comparative purposes, we present bad debt expense within Insurance and other in the current and prior periods. We believe that this Non-GAAP financial measure is helpful to investors and analysts as a measure of the operating results of our properties.
(2) Includes enhancements to amenities such as buildings, common areas, swimming pools and replacement of furniture and site amenities. (3) Includes $34.3 million of restoration and improvement capital expenditures related to Hurricane Ian for the year ended December 31, 2023. (4) Includes capital expenditures to improve the infrastructure required to set manufactured homes.
(2) Includes enhancements to amenities such as buildings, common areas, swimming pools and replacement of furniture and site amenities. (3) Includes $1.2 million, $3.6 million, $13.7 million of restoration and improvement capital expenditures related to Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton, and Hurricane Ian, respectively, for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Includes approximately 6,200 Sites rented on an annual basis. (2) Includes approximately 2,000 annual Sites and 1,600 transient Sites. (3) Total does not foot due to rounding. Membership Sites are primarily utilized to service approximately 121,000 annual subscription members, including 23,600 free trial members added through our RV dealer program.
Includes approximately 5,900 Sites rented on an annual basis. (2) Includes approximately 2,000 annual Sites and 1,800 transient Sites. Membership Sites are primarily utilized to service approximately 113,600 annual subscription members, including 21,500 free trial members added through our RV dealer program.
We are a fully integrated owner of lifestyle-oriented properties (“Properties”) consisting of property operations and home sales and rental operations primarily within manufactured home (“MH”) and recreational vehicle (“RV”) communities and marinas.
Overview and Outlook We are a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust (“REIT”) with headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. We are a fully integrated owner of lifestyle-oriented properties (“Properties”) consisting of property operations and home sales and rental operations primarily within manufactured home (“MH”) and recreational vehicle (“RV”) communities and marinas.
It is estimated that approximately 10,000 baby boomers are turning 65 daily through 2029. These individuals, seeking an active lifestyle, will continue to drive the market for second-home sales as vacation properties, investment opportunities or retirement retreats.
It is estimated that approximately 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old every day and all baby boomers will be at least age 65 by 2030. These individuals, seeking an active lifestyle, will continue to drive the market for second-home sales as vacation properties, investment opportunities or retirement retreats.
We expect to meet certain long-term liquidity requirements, such as scheduled debt maturities, property acquisitions and capital improvements, using long-term collateralized and uncollateralized borrowings including the existing LOC and the issuance of debt securities. For information regarding our debt activities and related borrowing arrangements, see Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data—Note 9. Borrowing Arrangements.
We expect to meet certain long-term liquidity requirements, such as scheduled debt maturities, property acquisitions and capital improvements, using long-term collateralized and uncollateralized borrowings including the existing LOC and the issuance of debt securities.
A membership upgrade may offer (1) increased length of consecutive stay; (2) the ability to make earlier advance reservations; (3) discounts on rental accommodations and (4) access to additional properties, including non-membership recreational vehicle ("RV") properties. Each membership upgrade requires a non-refundable upfront payment, for which we offer financing options to eligible customers.
In addition, members are eligible to upgrade their subscriptions. A membership upgrade may offer (1) increased length of consecutive stay; (2) the ability to make earlier advance reservations; (3) discounts on rental 45 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) accommodations and (4) access to additional properties, including non-membership recreational vehicle ("RV") properties.
The overall increase in net cash provided by operating activities was primarily due to a net increase in proceeds from insurance claims and higher income from property operations partially offset by changes in accounts payable and other liabilities.
The overall increase in net cash provided by operating activities was primarily due to a net increase in manufactured homes, net and accounts payable and other liabilities.
Total portfolio income from property operations for 2023 increased $42.2 million, or 6.6%, from 2022, driven by an increase of $32.4 million, or 5.2%, from our Core Portfolio and an increase of $9.8 million from our Non-Core Portfolio.
Total portfolio income from property operations for 2024 increased $40.1 million, or 5.9%, from 2023, driven by an increase of $46.2 million, or 7.0%, from our Core Portfolio, partially offset by a decrease of $6.1 million from our Non-Core Portfolio.
Additionally, home sale brokerage services are offered to our residents who may choose to sell their homes rather than relocate them when moving from a Property. At certain Properties, we operate ancillary facilities, such as golf courses, pro shops, stores and restaurants. In the manufactured housing industry, options for home financing, also known as chattel financing, are limited.
At certain Properties, we operate ancillary facilities, such as golf courses, pro shops, stores and restaurants. In the manufactured housing industry, options for home financing, also known as chattel financing, are limited.
The increase in income from property operations from our Non-Core Portfolio was attributed to income from properties acquired in the fourth quarter of 2022 and during the year ended December 31, 2023. 51 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Property Operating Revenues MH base rental income in our Core Portfolio for 2023 increased $42.5 million, or 6.8%, from 2022, which was primarily due to growth from rate increases of 7.0%.
The decrease in income from property operations from our Non-Core Portfolio was primarily attributed to higher business interruption insurance proceeds received in 2023 related to Hurricane Ian and lower property operating income in 2024. 51 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Property Operating Revenues MH base rental income in our Core Portfolio for 2024 increased $40.9 million, or 6.1%, from 2023, which was primarily due to growth from rate increases of 5.9%.
Our Core Portfolio average occupancy, including both homeowners and renters, in our MH communities was 94.9% and 95.1% for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively.
Our Core 46 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Portfolio was comprised of approximately 92% homeowners and 3% renters, and our average aggregate occupancy in our MH communities was approximately 95% for both the years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates Our consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP, which requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and the related disclosures. Actual results could differ from these estimates. For additional information regarding our significant accounting policies, see Item 8.
As of December 31, 2024, approximately 19.1% of our outstanding debt is fully amortizing. 56 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates Our consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP, which requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and the related disclosures.
(5) See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of the Management's Discussion and Analysis for definitions and reconciliations of these Non-GAAP measures to Net Income available for Common Shareholders.
(4) Membership sales and marketing expense is net of sales commission deferrals of $2.6 million and $3.2 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. (5) See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of the Management's Discussion and Analysis for definitions and reconciliations of these Non-GAAP measures to Net Income available for Common Stockholders.
We generate revenue through home sales and rental operations by selling or leasing manufactured homes and cottages that are located in Properties owned and managed by us. We believe renting our vacant homes represents an attractive source of occupancy and an opportunity to convert the renter to a homebuyer in the future.
In our Home Sales and Rentals Operations business, our revenue streams include home sales, home rentals and brokerage services and ancillary activities. We generate revenue through home sales and rental operations by selling or leasing manufactured homes and cottages that are located in Properties owned and managed by us.
As of December 31, 2023, our LOC had a remaining borrowing capacity of $469.0 million with the option to increase the borrowing capacity by $200.0 million, subject to certain conditions.
As of December 31, 2024, our LOC had a remaining borrowing capacity of $423.0 million with the option to increase the borrowing capacity by $200.0 million, subject to certain conditions. The LOC bears interest at a rate of Secured Overnight Financing Rate plus 0.10% plus 1.25% to 1.65%, requires an annual facility fee of 0.20% to 0.35%.
If the sum of the estimated undiscounted cash flows is less than the carrying amount of the asset, an impairment loss is recorded for the carrying amount in excess of the estimated fair value. 56 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Off Balance Sheet Arrangements We do not have any off balance sheet arrangements that are reasonably likely to have a material effect on our financial condition, results of operations, liquidity or capital resources.
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements We do not have any off balance sheet arrangements that are reasonably likely to have a material effect on our financial condition, results of operations, liquidity or capital resources.
Financing Activities Net cash used in financing activities increased $40.9 million to $215.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, from $174.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
(4) Includes capital expenditures to improve the infrastructure required to set manufactured homes. Financing Activities Net cash used in financing activities increased $168.6 million to $384.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, from $215.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Our gross investment in real estate increased $336.7 million to $7,706.3 million as of December 31, 2023, from $7,369.6 million as of December 31, 2022, primarily due to capital improvements during the year ended December 31, 2023. 46 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Property Acquisitions/Dispositions and Joint Ventures The following chart lists the Properties acquired or sold from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2023 and Sites added through expansion opportunities at our existing Properties.
Property Acquisitions/Dispositions and Joint Ventures The following chart lists the Properties acquired or sold from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2024 and Sites added through expansion opportunities at our existing Properties.
Other Income and Expenses The following table summarizes other income and expenses: (amounts in thousands, expenses shown as negative) 2023 2022 Variance % Change Depreciation and amortization $ (203,738) $ (202,362) $ (1,376) (0.7) % Interest income 9,037 7,430 1,607 21.6 % Income from other investments, net 8,703 8,553 150 1.8 % General and administrative (47,280) (44,857) (2,423) (5.4) % Other expenses (5,768) (8,646) 2,878 33.3 % Early debt retirement (68) (1,156) 1,088 94.1 % Interest and related amortization (132,342) (116,562) (15,780) (13.5) % Total other income and expenses, net $ (371,456) $ (357,600) $ (13,856) (3.9) % Total other income and expenses, net increased $13.9 million in 2023 compared to 2022, primarily due to higher interest and related amortization expenses, general and administrative, depreciation and amortization.
Other Income and Expenses The following table summarizes other income and expenses: (amounts in thousands, expenses shown as negative) 2024 2023 Variance % Change Depreciation and amortization $ (203,879) $ (203,738) $ (141) (0.1) % Interest income 9,238 9,037 201 2.2 % Income from other investments, net 8,274 8,703 (429) (4.9) % General and administrative (38,483) (47,280) 8,797 18.6 % Other expenses (5,533) (5,768) 235 4.1 % Early debt retirement (5,833) (68) (5,765) (8,477.9) % Interest and related amortization (137,710) (132,342) (5,368) (4.1) % Other items 6,800 — 6,800 100.0 % Total other income and expenses, net $ (367,126) $ (371,456) $ 4,330 1.2 % 53 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Total other income and expenses, net decreased $4.3 million in 2024 compared to 2023, primarily due to lower General and administrative expenses and higher other items, partially offset by higher early debt retirement costs and interest and related amortization expenses.
By the end of February 2024, we anticipate entering into a new at-the-market (“ATM”) equity offering program, pursuant to which we may sell, from time-to-time, shares of our common stock, par value $0.01 per share, having an aggregate offering price of up to $500.0 million.
Total secured debt encumbered a total of 120 of our Properties as of both December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, and the gross carrying value of such Properties was approximately $3,268.5 million and $3,194.1 million, as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. 54 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) On November 1, 2024, we entered into our current at-the-market (“ATM”) equity offering program with certain sales agents, pursuant to which we may sell, from time-to-time, shares of our common stock, par value $0.01 per share, having an aggregate offering price of up to $700.0 million.
The increase was primarily due to higher utility income of $5.8 million and an increase in other property income of $5.2 million. Utility income increased across all utility types.
Utility and other income in our Core Portfolio for 2024 increased $8.7 million, or 7.2%, from 2023. The increase was primarily due to higher utility income of $5.1 million, pass-through income of $2.8 million and insurance proceeds of $1.2 million, partially offset by a decrease in other property income of $0.4 million.
RV and marina base rental income is comprised of the following: Core Portfolio Total Portfolio (amounts in thousands) 2023 2022 Variance % Change 2023 2022 Variance % Change Annual $ 278,304 $ 257,375 $ 20,929 8.1 % $ 291,524 $ 266,100 $ 25,424 9.6 % Seasonal 56,568 55,122 1,446 2.6 % 58,535 58,874 (339) (0.6) % Transient 71,093 79,852 (8,759) (11.0) % 75,605 84,641 (9,036) (10.7) % RV and marina base rental income $ 405,965 $ 392,349 $ 13,616 3.5 % $ 425,664 $ 409,615 $ 16,049 3.9 % Core Annual RV and marina base rental income increased during the year ended December 31, 2023, from the year ended December 31, 2022, across all regions and was due to growth from rate increases of 7.6% and 0.5% from occupancy gains.
RV and marina base rental income is comprised of the following: Core Portfolio Total Portfolio (amounts in thousands) 2024 2023 Variance % Change 2024 2023 Variance % Change Annual $ 299,138 $ 280,905 $ 18,233 6.5 % $ 307,958 $ 291,524 $ 16,434 5.6 % Seasonal 54,686 57,393 (2,707) (4.7) % 56,935 58,535 (1,600) (2.7) % Transient 71,936 75,161 (3,225) (4.3) % 73,555 75,605 (2,050) (2.7) % RV and marina base rental income $ 425,760 $ 413,459 $ 12,301 3.0 % $ 438,448 $ 425,664 $ 12,784 3.0 % Core Annual RV and marina base rental income increased during the year ended December 31, 2024, from the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily in the South and West regions, and was due to growth from rate increases of 8.2% and a decline of 1.7% in occupancy.
As a customer acquisition tool, we have relationships with a network of RV dealers to provide each new RV owner with a free one-year trial subscription to a TTC membership. 44 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) In our Home Sales and Rentals Operations business, our revenue streams include home sales, home rentals and brokerage services and ancillary activities.
Certain membership upgrades require a non-refundable upfront payment, for which we offer financing options to eligible customers. As a customer acquisition tool, we have relationships with a network of RV dealers to provide each new RV owner with a free one-year trial subscription to a TTC membership.
The increase in net cash used in financing activities was primarily due to increased dividend distributions of $31.6 million. 55 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Contractual Obligations As of December 31, 2023, we were subject to certain contractual payment obligations (1) as described in the following table: (amounts in thousands) Total 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 Thereafter Long Term Borrowings (2) $ 3,548,149 $ 64,445 $ 182,820 $ 366,784 $ 269,481 $ 243,963 $ 2,420,655 Interest Expense (3) 955,555 129,044 123,930 116,468 102,513 97,896 385,704 LOC Maintenance Fee 1,317 1,017 300 — — — — Ground Leases (4) 7,253 675 680 684 689 685 3,840 Office and Other Leases 27,417 3,804 3,710 3,346 3,082 2,906 10,569 Total Contractual Obligations $ 4,539,691 $ 198,985 $ 311,440 $ 487,282 $ 375,765 $ 345,450 $ 2,820,768 Weighted average interest rates - Long Term Borrowings 3.79 % 3.71 % 3.70 % 3.83 % 3.80 % 3.80 % 3.83 % _____________________ (1) We do not include insurance, property taxes and cancellable contracts in the contractual obligations table.
Contractual Obligations As of December 31, 2024, we were subject to certain contractual payment obligations (1) as described in the following table: (amounts in thousands) Total 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Thereafter Long Term Borrowings (2) $ 3,229,703 $ 228,821 $ 66,784 $ 269,481 $ 243,963 $ 335,058 $ 2,085,596 Interest Expense (3) 820,087 118,473 115,123 102,513 97,896 84,514 301,568 LOC Maintenance Fee 3,597 1,014 1,014 1,014 555 — — Ground Leases (4) 6,577 680 684 689 685 627 3,212 Office and Other Leases 25,469 4,180 3,957 3,408 3,029 3,042 7,853 Total Contractual Obligations $ 4,085,433 $ 353,168 $ 187,562 $ 377,105 $ 346,128 $ 423,241 $ 2,398,229 Weighted average interest rates - Long Term Borrowings 3.82 % 3.88 % 3.88 % 3.80 % 3.80 % 3.71 % 7.52 % _____________________ (1) We do not include insurance, property taxes and cancellable contracts in the contractual obligations table.
The decrease in net cash used in investing activities was primarily due to a decrease in acquisitions of $130.7 million, partially offset by an increase in capital improvements of $67.8 million.
The increase in net cash used in financing activities was primarily due to an increase of net debt repayments of $450.6 million and dividend distributions of $25.2 million, partially offset by an increase in proceeds from the issuance of common stock of $317.4 million.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, we recorded a $5.4 million reduction to the carrying value of certain assets as a result of property damage caused by Hurricane Ian and offsetting insurance recovery revenue of $5.4 million for the expected recovery from this loss. 53 Management's Discussion and Analysis (continued) Income tax benefit During the year ended December 31, 2023, we released the full valuation allowance of $10.5 million related to our taxable REIT subsidiaries deferred tax assets.
Income tax benefit Income tax benefit during the year ended December 31, 2024 decreased compared to year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to the release of the full valuation allowance of $10.5 million related to our taxable REIT subsidiaries deferred tax assets in 2023.