Biggest change(b) Includes development reimbursements from local municipalities. 36 Reportable Segments The following table presents, by reportable segment, selected operating and financial information as of and for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022: Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Northern Region Homes delivered 3,873 3,169 3,581 New contracts, net 3,761 3,361 2,747 Backlog at end of period 1,136 1,248 1,056 Average sales price of homes delivered $ 490 $ 479 $ 478 Average sales price of homes in backlog $ 561 $ 531 $ 523 Aggregate sales value of homes in backlog $ 636,862 $ 663,180 $ 552,451 Housing revenue $ 1,897,288 $ 1,519,488 $ 1,711,627 Land sale revenue $ 2,725 $ 4,455 $ 2,609 Operating income homes (a) $ 280,505 $ 176,074 $ 217,309 Operating income land $ 594 $ 246 $ 190 Number of average active communities 95 101 92 Number of active communities, end of period 90 102 98 Southern Region Homes delivered 5,182 4,943 4,785 New contracts, net 4,823 4,616 3,921 Backlog at end of period 1,395 1,754 2,081 Average sales price of homes delivered $ 478 $ 485 $ 480 Average sales price of homes in backlog $ 547 $ 520 $ 551 Aggregate sales value of homes in backlog $ 762,821 $ 912,463 $ 1,145,719 Housing revenue $ 2,478,541 $ 2,394,884 $ 2,298,800 Land sale revenue $ 9,910 $ 20,846 $ 32,162 Operating income homes (a) $ 447,483 $ 437,054 $ 440,329 Operating income land $ 3,115 $ 3,114 $ 11,545 Number of average active communities 121 101 86 Number of active communities, end of period 130 111 98 Total Homebuilding Regions Homes delivered 9,055 8,112 8,366 New contracts, net 8,584 7,977 6,668 Backlog at end of period 2,531 3,002 3,137 Average sales price of homes delivered $ 483 $ 483 $ 479 Average sales price of homes in backlog $ 553 $ 525 $ 541 Aggregate sales value of homes in backlog $ 1,399,683 $ 1,575,643 $ 1,698,170 Housing revenue $ 4,375,829 $ 3,914,372 $ 4,010,427 Land sale revenue $ 12,635 $ 25,301 $ 34,771 Operating income homes (a) $ 727,988 $ 613,128 $ 657,638 Operating income land $ 3,709 $ 3,360 $ 11,735 Number of average active communities 216 202 179 Number of active communities, end of period 220 213 196 (a) Includes the effect of total homebuilding selling, general and administrative expense for the region as disclosed in the first table set forth in this “Outlook” section.
Biggest change(b) Includes development reimbursements from local municipalities. 35 Reportable Segments The following table presents, by reportable segment, selected operating and financial information as of and for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2025 2024 2023 Northern Region Homes delivered 3,716 3,873 3,169 New contracts, net 3,416 3,761 3,361 Backlog at end of period 836 1,136 1,248 Average sales price of homes delivered $ 507 $ 490 $ 479 Average sales price of homes in backlog $ 569 $ 561 $ 531 Aggregate sales value of homes in backlog $ 475,950 $ 636,862 $ 663,180 Housing revenue $ 1,882,641 $ 1,897,288 $ 1,519,488 Land sale revenue $ 7,816 $ 2,725 $ 4,455 Operating income homes (a)(b) $ 275,923 $ 280,505 $ 176,074 Operating income land $ 2,133 $ 594 $ 246 Number of average active communities 95 95 101 Number of active communities, end of period 94 90 102 Southern Region Homes delivered 5,205 5,182 4,943 New contracts, net 4,783 4,823 4,616 Backlog at end of period 973 1,395 1,754 Average sales price of homes delivered $ 460 $ 478 $ 485 Average sales price of homes in backlog $ 528 $ 547 $ 520 Aggregate sales value of homes in backlog $ 513,980 $ 762,821 $ 912,463 Housing revenue $ 2,392,033 $ 2,478,541 $ 2,394,884 Land sale revenue $ 9,828 $ 9,910 $ 20,846 Operating income homes (a)(b) $ 247,906 $ 447,483 $ 437,054 Operating income land $ 2,063 $ 3,115 $ 3,114 Number of average active communities 134 121 101 Number of active communities, end of period 138 130 111 Total Homebuilding Regions Homes delivered 8,921 9,055 8,112 New contracts, net 8,199 8,584 7,977 Backlog at end of period 1,809 2,531 3,002 Average sales price of homes delivered $ 479 $ 483 $ 483 Average sales price of homes in backlog $ 547 $ 553 $ 525 Aggregate sales value of homes in backlog $ 989,930 $ 1,399,683 $ 1,575,643 Housing revenue $ 4,274,674 $ 4,375,829 $ 3,914,372 Land sale revenue $ 17,644 $ 12,635 $ 25,301 Operating income homes (a)(b) $ 523,829 $ 727,988 $ 613,128 Operating income land $ 4,196 $ 3,709 $ 3,360 Number of average active communities 229 216 202 Number of active communities, end of period 232 220 213 (a) Includes the effect of total homebuilding selling, general and administrative expense for the region as disclosed in the first table set forth in this “Outlook” section.
The 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, on a joint and several basis, by all of M/I Homes, Inc.’s subsidiaries (the “Subsidiary Guarantors”) with the exception of subsidiaries that are primarily engaged in the business of mortgage financing, title insurance or similar financial businesses relating to the homebuilding and home sales business, certain subsidiaries that are not 100%-owned by M/I Homes, Inc. or another subsidiary, and other subsidiaries designated as Unrestricted Subsidiaries (as defined in the indentures governing the 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes), subject to limitations on the aggregate amount invested in such Unrestricted Subsidiaries in accordance with the terms of the Credit Facility and the indentures governing the 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes (the “Non-Guarantor 43 Subsidiaries”).
The 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, on a joint and several basis, by all of M/I Homes, Inc.’s subsidiaries (the “Subsidiary Guarantors”) with the exception of subsidiaries that are primarily engaged in the business of mortgage financing, title insurance or similar financial businesses relating to the homebuilding and home sales business, certain subsidiaries that are not 100%-owned by M/I Homes, Inc. or another subsidiary, and other subsidiaries designated as Unrestricted Subsidiaries (as defined in the indentures governing the 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes), subject to limitations on the aggregate amount invested in such Unrestricted Subsidiaries in accordance with the terms of the Credit Facility and the indentures governing the 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes (the “Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries”).
The cash used in financing activities in 2024 was primarily due to the repurchase of $177.0 million of our outstanding common shares during 2024 offset, in part, by proceeds of $120.3 million (net of proceeds from borrowings) under the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility and $21.3 million in proceeds from the exercise of stock options during 2024.
The cash used in financing activities in 2024 was primarily due to the repurchase of $177.0 million of our outstanding common shares during 2024, offset, in part, by proceeds of $120.3 million (net of repayments of borrowings) under the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility and $21.3 million in proceeds from the exercise of stock options during 2024.
Because each inventory asset is unique, there are numerous inputs and assumptions used in our valuation techniques, including estimated average selling price, construction and development costs, absorption pace (reflecting any product mix change strategies implemented or to be implemented), selling strategies, alternative land uses (including disposition of all or a portion of the land owned), or discount rates, which could materially impact future cash flow and fair value estimates. 30 If communities are not recoverable based on estimated future undiscounted cash flows, the impairment to be recognized is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the estimated fair value of the assets.
Because each inventory asset is unique, there are numerous inputs and assumptions used in our valuation techniques, including estimated average selling price, construction and development costs, absorption pace (reflecting any product mix change strategies implemented or to be implemented), selling strategies, alternative land uses (including disposition of all or a portion of the land owned), or discount rates, which could materially impact future cash flow and fair value estimates. 29 If communities are not recoverable based on estimated future undiscounted cash flows, the impairment to be recognized is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the estimated fair value of the assets.
In addition, we routinely monitor current and anticipated operational and debt service requirements, financial market conditions, and credit relationships, and we may choose to seek additional capital by issuing new debt and/or equity securities or engaging in other financial transactions to strengthen our liquidity or our long-term capital structure.
In addition, we routinely monitor current and anticipated operational and debt service requirements, financial market conditions, and credit relationships, and we may choose to seek additional capital by issuing new 40 debt and/or equity securities or engaging in other financial transactions to strengthen our liquidity or our long-term capital structure.
The amount borrowed will also be impacted by other cash receipts and payments, any capital markets transactions or other additional financings by the Company, any repayments or redemptions of outstanding debt, any additional share repurchases under the 2025 Share Repurchase Program and any other extraordinary events or transactions.
The amount borrowed will also be impacted by other cash receipts and payments, any capital markets transactions or other additional financings by the Company, any repayments or redemptions of outstanding debt, any additional share repurchases under the Second 2025 Share Repurchase Program and any other extraordinary events or transactions.
The timing and amount of any future purchases under the 2025 Share Repurchase Program will be based on a variety of factors, including the market price of the Company’s common shares, business considerations, general market and economic conditions and legal requirements.
The timing and amount of any future purchases under the Second 2025 Share Repurchase Program will be based on a variety of factors, including the market price of the Company’s common shares, business considerations, general market and economic conditions and legal requirements.
We expect to continue managing our balance sheet and liquidity carefully in 2025 by managing our spending on land acquisition and development and construction of inventory homes, as well as overhead expenditures, relative to our ongoing volume of home deliveries, and we expect to meet our current and anticipated cash requirements in 2025 from cash receipts, excess cash balances and availability under our credit facilities.
We expect to continue managing our balance sheet and liquidity carefully in 2026 by managing our spending on land acquisition and development and construction of inventory homes, as well as overhead expenditures, relative to our ongoing volume of home deliveries, and we expect to meet our current and anticipated cash requirements in 2026 from cash receipts, excess cash balances and availability under our credit facilities.
To the extent we elect to borrow under the Credit Facility during 2025, the actual amount borrowed and the related timing will be subject to numerous factors, which are subject to significant variation as a result of the timing and amount of land and house construction expenditures, payroll and other general and administrative expenses, and cash receipts from home deliveries.
To the extent we elect to borrow under the Credit Facility during 2026, the actual amount borrowed and the related timing will be subject to numerous factors, which are subject to significant variation as a result of the timing and amount of land and house construction expenditures, payroll and other general and administrative expenses, and cash receipts from home deliveries.
The Credit Facility contains various representations, warranties and covenants which require, among other things, that the Company maintain (1) a minimum level of Consolidated Tangible Net Worth of $1.8 billion at December 31, 2024 (subject to increase over time based on earnings and proceeds from equity offerings), (2) a leverage ratio not in excess of 60%, and (3) either a minimum Interest Coverage Ratio of 1.5 to 1.0 or a minimum amount of available liquidity.
The Credit Facility contains various representations, warranties and covenants which require, among other things, that the Company maintain (1) a minimum level of Consolidated Tangible Net Worth of $2.2 billion at December 31, 2025 (subject to increase over time based on earnings and proceeds from equity offerings), (2) a leverage ratio not in excess of 60%, and (3) either a minimum Interest Coverage Ratio of 1.5 to 1.0 or a minimum amount of available liquidity.
See Note 11 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for more information regarding the 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes. Supplemental Financial Information. As of December 31, 2024, M/I Homes, Inc. had $300.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 2030 Senior Notes and $400.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 2028 Senior Notes outstanding.
See Note 11 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for more information regarding the 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes. Supplemental Financial Information. As of December 31, 2025, M/I Homes, Inc. had $300.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 2030 Senior Notes and $400.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 2028 Senior Notes outstanding.
Contract liabilities expected to be recognized as revenue, excluding revenue pertaining to contracts that have an original expected duration of one year or less, are not material. 29 A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct good or service to the customer.
Contract liabilities expected to be recognized as revenue, excluding revenue pertaining to contracts that have an original expected duration of one year or less, are not material. 28 A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct good or service to the customer.
The fair value of a community is estimated by discounting management’s cash flow projections using an appropriate risk-adjusted interest rate. As of December 31, 2024, we utilized discount rates ranging from 13% to 16% in our valuations.
The fair value of a community is estimated by discounting management’s cash flow projections using an appropriate risk-adjusted interest rate. As of December 31, 2025, we utilized discount rates ranging from 13% to 16% in our valuations.
These covenants are subject to a number of exceptions and qualifications as described in the indenture governing the 2030 Senior Notes. As of December 31, 2024, the Company was in compliance with all terms, conditions, and covenants under the indenture. 4.95% Senior Notes.
These covenants are subject to a number of exceptions and qualifications as described in the indenture governing the 2030 Senior Notes. As of December 31, 2025, the Company was in compliance with all terms, conditions, and covenants under the indenture. 4.95% Senior Notes.
The guarantors for the Credit Facility are the same subsidiaries that guarantee our 2030 Senior Notes and our 2028 Senior Notes. As of December 31, 2024, the Company was in compliance with all covenants of the Credit Facility, including financial covenants.
The guarantors for the Credit Facility are the same subsidiaries that guarantee our 2030 Senior Notes and our 2028 Senior Notes. As of December 31, 2025, the Company was in compliance with all covenants of the Credit Facility, including financial covenants.
Based on current market conditions, expected capital needs and availability, and the current market price of the Company’s common shares, we expect to continue repurchasing shares during 2025.
Based on current market conditions, expected capital needs and availability, and the current market price of the Company’s common shares, we expect to continue repurchasing shares during 2026.
These covenants are subject to a number of exceptions and qualifications as described in the indenture governing the 2028 Senior Notes. As of December 31, 2024, the Company was in compliance with all terms, conditions, and covenants under the indenture.
These covenants are subject to a number of exceptions and qualifications as described in the indenture governing the 2028 Senior Notes. As of December 31, 42 2025, the Company was in compliance with all terms, conditions, and covenants under the indenture.
At December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, our ratio of homebuilding debt to capital was 19% and 22%, respectively, calculated as the carrying value of our outstanding homebuilding debt (which consists of borrowings under our Credit Facility, our 2030 Senior Notes and our 2028 Senior Notes) divided by the sum of the carrying value of our outstanding homebuilding debt plus shareholders’ equity.
At December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, our ratio of homebuilding debt to capital was 18% and 19%, respectively, calculated as the carrying value of our outstanding homebuilding debt (which consists of borrowings under our Credit Facility, our 2030 Senior Notes and our 2028 Senior Notes) divided by the sum of the carrying value of our outstanding homebuilding debt plus shareholders’ equity.
There are no guarantors of the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility. As is typical for similar credit facilities in the mortgage origination industry, at closing, the expiration of the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility was set at approximately one year and is under consideration for extension annually by the participating lenders.
As is typical for similar credit facilities in the mortgage origination industry, at closing, the expiration of the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility was set at approximately one year and is under consideration for extension annually by the participating lenders.
Our principal uses of cash during 2024 were investment in land and land development, construction of homes, mortgage loan originations, investment in joint ventures, operating expenses, short-term working capital, and debt service requirements, including the repayment of amounts outstanding under our credit facilities, and the repurchase of $177.0 million of our outstanding common shares under our 2021 and 2024 Share Repurchase Programs.
Our principal uses of cash during 2025 were investment in land and land development, construction of homes, mortgage loan originations, investment in joint ventures, operating expenses, short-term working capital, and debt service requirements, including the repayment of amounts outstanding under our credit facilities, and the repurchase of $202.0 million of our outstanding common shares under the 2024 and both 2025 Share Repurchase Programs compared to $177.0 million repurchased under the 2024 and 2021 Share Repurchase Programs in 2024.
In addition to commissions, costs associated with our sales offices, including compensation-related expenses and models, increased $8.9 million in 2024 due to our increased community count. General and administrative expense increased $35.7 million in 2024 compared to 2023 and also increased as a percentage of revenue from 5.5% in 2023 to 5.7% in 2024.
In addition to commissions, costs associated with our sales offices, including compensation-related expenses and models, increased $5.8 million in 2025 due to our increased community count. General and administrative expense increased $4.3 million in 2025 compared to 2024 and also increased as a percentage of revenue from 5.7% in 2024 to 5.9% in 2025.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on February 16, 2024.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on February 14, 2025.
These macroeconomic trends have pressured housing affordability, negatively impacted homebuyer sentiment and impacted the costs of financing land development activities and housing construction. The annual rate of inflation in the United States was 2.9% in December 2024, as measured by the Consumer Price Index, up slightly from prior quarter, and down from 3.4% in December 2023.
These macroeconomic trends have pressured housing affordability, negatively impacted homebuyer sentiment and impacted the costs of financing land development activities and housing construction. The annual rate of inflation in the United States was 2.7% in December 2025, as measured by the Consumer Price Index, down slightly from the prior quarter and from 2.9% in December 2024.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OVERVIEW M/I Homes, Inc. and subsidiaries is one of the nation’s leading builders of single-family homes, having sold over 160,000 homes since commencing homebuilding activities in 1976. The Company’s homes are marketed and sold primarily under the M/I Homes brand.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OVERVIEW M/I Homes, Inc. together with its subsidiaries is one of the nation’s leading builders of single-family homes, having sold over 168,200 homes since commencing homebuilding activities in 1976. The Company’s homes are marketed and sold primarily under the M/I Homes brand.
Cancellation Rates The following table sets forth the cancellation rates for each of our homebuilding segments for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022: Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Northern 9.8 % 10.5 % 11.7 % Southern 10.6 % 12.1 % 16.1 % Total cancellation rate 10.3 % 11.4 % 14.3 % Year Over Year Comparisons Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2023 Northern Region.
Cancellation Rates The following table sets forth the cancellation rates for each of our homebuilding segments for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 2023 Northern 10.0 % 9.8 % 10.5 % Southern 12.1 % 10.6 % 12.1 % Total cancellation rate 11.2 % 10.3 % 11.4 % Year Over Year Comparisons Year Ended December 31, 2025 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2024 Northern Region.
The Company earned $27.5 million of interest income - net in the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 compared to earning $20.0 million of interest income - net in the twelve months ended December 31, 2023. This was primarily due to a higher average cash balance on hand compared to prior year. Income Taxes.
The Company earned $20.0 million of interest income - net in the twelve months ended December 31, 2025 compared to earning $27.5 million of interest income - net in the twelve months ended December 31, 2024. The reduction in interest income in 2025 was primarily due to a lower average cash balance on hand compared to prior year. Income Taxes.
As of December 31, 2024, we had outstanding notes payable (consisting primarily of notes payable for our financial services operations, the 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes) with varying maturities in an aggregate principal amount of $986 million, with $286 million payable within 12 months.
As of December 31, 2025, we had outstanding notes payable (consisting primarily of notes payable for our financial services operations, the 2030 Senior Notes and the 2028 Senior Notes) with varying maturities in an aggregate principal amount of $977 million, with $277 million payable within 12 months.
The Company may also experience significant variation in cash and Credit Facility balances from week to week due to the timing of such receipts and payments. There were $80.4 million of letters of credit issued and outstanding under the Credit Facility at December 31, 2024.
The Company may also experience significant variation in cash and Credit Facility balances from week to week due to the timing of such receipts and payments. There were $93.2 million of letters of credit issued and outstanding under the Credit Facility at December 31, 2025.
Approximately 89% of our homes delivered during 2024 were financed through M/I Financial, compared to 83% during 2023. Capture rate is influenced by financing availability and can fluctuate from quarter to quarter. Corporate Selling, General and Administrative Expenses. Corporate selling, general and administrative expense increased $11.0 million, from $78.0 million in 2023 to $89.0 million in 2024.
Approximately 93% of our homes delivered during 2025 were financed through M/I Financial, compared to 89% during 2024. Capture rate is influenced by financing availability and can fluctuate from quarter to quarter. 38 Corporate Selling, General and Administrative Expenses. Corporate selling, general and administrative expense increased $0.6 million, from $89.0 million in 2024 to $89.6 million in 2025.
Selling expense increased $11.3 million due to a $4.9 million increase in realtor commissions and a $6.4 million increase in costs related to our sales offices and models due to our increased community count.
Selling expense increased $13.3 million due to an $8.9 million increase in realtor commissions and a $4.3 million increase in costs related to our sales offices and models due to our increased community count.
The mix of communities delivering homes may cause fluctuations in our new contracts and housing gross margin from year to year. For 2024, selling, general and administrative expense increased $61.1 million, and increased as a percentage of revenue to 10.9% in 2024 from 10.7% in 2023.
The mix of communities delivering homes may cause fluctuations in our new contracts and housing gross margin from year to year. For 2025, selling, general and administrative expense increased $17.9 million, and increased as a percentage of revenue to 11.6% in 2025 from 10.9% in 2024.
Our monthly absorption rate in our Northern region improved to 3.3 per community in 2024 compared to 2.8 per community in 2023 as a result of the increase in the number of new contracts and the decrease in the number of average active communities during 2024 compared to 2023. Southern Region.
Our monthly absorption rate in our Northern region declined to 3.0 per community in 2025 compared to 3.3 per community in 2024 as a result of the decrease in the number of new contracts and the increase in the number of average active communities during 2025 compared to 2024. Southern Region.
On February 11, 2025 the Company announced that its Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program pursuant to which the Company may purchase up to $250 million of its outstanding common shares (the “2025 Share Repurchase Program”), which replaced the 2024 Share Repurchase Program.
On November 12, 2025, the Company announced that its Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program pursuant to which the Company may purchase up to $250 million of its outstanding common shares (the “Second 2025 Share Repurchase Program”), which replaced the 2025 Share Repurchase Program.
The increase in the number of new communities opened primarily related to prior year delays that were pushed to 2024. Our monthly absorption rate in our Southern region decreased to 3.3 per community in 2024 from 3.8 per community in 2023 due to the increase in average community count. Financial Services.
The decrease in the number of new communities opened primarily related to delays in 2023 that were pushed to 2024. Our monthly absorption rate in our Southern region declined to 3.0 per community in 2025 from 3.3 per community in 2024 due to the increase in average community count. Financial Services.
(b) The available amount is computed in accordance with the borrowing base calculations under the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility, which may be increased by pledging additional mortgage collateral, not to exceed the maximum aggregate commitment amount of M/I Financial's repurchase agreement as of December 31, 2024, which was $300 million.
(b) The available amount is computed in accordance with the borrowing base calculations under the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility, which may be increased by pledging additional mortgage collateral, not to exceed the maximum aggregate commitment amount of the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility as of December 31, 2025, which is $200 million.
The increase in cash is primarily due to 2024 net income and home deliveries and the timing of land spend compared to prior year.
The decrease in cash is primarily due to decreased net income and home deliveries in 2025 and the timing of land spend compared to prior year.
As of December 31, 2024, the Company was authorized to repurchase an additional $106.7 million of outstanding common shares under the 2024 Share Repurchase Program (see Note 16 to our Consolidated Financial Statements).
As of December 31, 2025, the Company was authorized to repurchase an additional $220.4 million of outstanding common shares under the Second 2025 Share Repurchase Program (see Note 16 to our Consolidated Financial Statements).
During 2024, the Company repurchased 1.2 million outstanding common shares for an aggregate purchase price of $177.0 million under the 2024 and 2021 Share Repurchase Program which was funded with cash on hand.
During 2025, the Company repurchased 1.6 million outstanding common shares for an aggregate purchase price of $202.0 million under the two 2025 Share Repurchase Programs and the 2024 Share Repurchase Program which was funded with cash on hand.
The Company is a party to two primary credit agreements: (1) a $650 million unsecured revolving credit facility, dated July 18, 2013, as amended (the “Credit Facility”), with M/I Homes, Inc. as borrower and guaranteed by the Company’s wholly-owned homebuilding subsidiaries and (2) a $300 million mortgage repurchase agreement, dated October 24, 2023, as amended most recently on October 22, 2024 (the “MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility”), with M/I Financial as borrower.
The Company is a party to three primary credit agreements: (1) a $900 million unsecured revolving credit facility, dated July 18, 2013, as amended (the “Credit Facility”), with M/I Homes, Inc. as borrower and guaranteed by the Company’s wholly-owned homebuilding subsidiaries; (2) a $200 million mortgage repurchase agreement, dated October 24, 2023, as amended most recently on October 21, 2025 (the “MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility”), with M/I Financial as borrower; and (3) an uncommitted $100 million mortgage repurchase agreement dated October 21, 2025 (the “MIF Master Repurchase Facility”), with M/I Financial as borrower.
The financial covenants, as more fully described and defined in the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility, are summarized in the following table, which also sets forth M/I Financial’s compliance with such covenants as of December 31, 2024: Financial Covenant Covenant Requirement Actual (Dollars in millions) Leverage Ratio ≤ 12.0 to 1.0 8.0 to 1.0 Liquidity ≥ $ 10.0 $ 56.3 Adjusted Net Income > $ 0.0 $ 27.0 Tangible Net Worth ≥ $ 25.0 $ 39.6 Senior Notes. 3.95% Senior Notes.
The financial covenants, as more fully described and defined in the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility, are summarized in the following table, which also sets forth M/I Financial’s compliance with such covenants as of December 31, 2025: Financial Covenant Covenant Requirement Actual (Dollars in millions) Leverage Ratio ≤ 12.0 to 1.0 8.05 to 1.0 Liquidity ≥ $ 10.0 $ 38.2 Adjusted Net Income > $ 0.0 $ 42.2 Tangible Net Worth ≥ $ 25.0 $ 40.2 MIF Master Repurchase Facility.
We ended 2024 with approximately 52,200 lots under control, which represents a 5.8 year supply of lots based on 2024 homes delivered, including certain lots that we anticipate selling to third parties. This represents a 14% increase from our approximately 45,700 lots under control at the end of 2023.
We ended 2025 with approximately 50,000 lots under control, which represents a 5.6-year supply of lots based on 2025 homes delivered, including certain lots that we anticipate selling to third parties. This represents a 4% decrease from our approximately 52,200 lots under control at the end of 2024.
Revenue from our mortgage and title operations increased $22.4 million, or 24%, from $93.8 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023 to $116.2 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 as a result of an increase in the number of loan originations, from 5,395 in 2023 to 6,731 in 2024 and an increase in the average loan amount from $393,000 in 2023 to $399,000 in 2024.
Revenue from our mortgage and title operations increased $9.3 million, or 8%, from $116.2 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 to $125.5 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025 as a result of an increase in the number of loan originations from 6,731 in 2024 to 7,117 in 2025 and an increase in the average loan amount from $399,000 in 2024 to $407,000 in 2025.
The Credit Facility provides for an aggregate commitment amount of $650 million and also includes an accordion feature pursuant to which the maximum borrowing availability may be increased to an aggregate of $800 million, subject to obtaining additional commitments from lenders. The Credit Facility matures on December 9, 2026.
The Credit Facility provides for an aggregate commitment amount of $900 million and also includes an accordion feature pursuant to which the maximum borrowing availability may be increased to an aggregate of $1.05 billion, subject to obtaining additional commitments from lenders. The Credit Facility matures on September 18, 2030.
During 2024, the average daily amount of letters of credit outstanding under the Credit Facility was $76.3 million and the maximum amount of letters of credit outstanding under the Credit Facility was $86.5 million. At December 31, 2024, M/I Financial had $286.2 million outstanding under the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility.
During 2025, the average daily amount of letters of credit outstanding under the Credit Facility was $82.8 million and the maximum amount of letters of credit outstanding under the Credit Facility was $94.5 million. At December 31, 2025, M/I Financial had $198.2 million outstanding under the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility.
During 2024, we generated $179.7 million of cash from operating activities, compared to generating $552.1 million of cash from operating activities in 2023.
During 2025, we generated $137.3 million of cash from operating activities, compared to generating $179.7 million of cash from operating activities in 2024.
Our financial service operations ended 2024 with a $14.7 million increase in operating income compared to 2023, which was primarily due to the increase in revenue discussed above, partially offset by a $7.7 million increase in selling, general and administrative expense compared to 2023.
The operating income of our financial service operations increased $4.8 million in 2025 compared to 2024, which was primarily due to the increase in revenue discussed above, partially offset by a $4.5 million increase in selling, general and administrative expense compared to 2024.
The increase in selling, general and administrative expense was primarily attributable to a $6.4 million increase in compensation expense related to our improved results during the period, a $0.7 million increase in computer-related costs, and a $0.6 million increase in miscellaneous expenses. At December 31, 2024, M/I Financial provided financing services in all of our markets.
The increase in selling, general and administrative expense was primarily attributable to a $2.5 million increase in compensation related expense, a $0.8 million increase in computer-related costs, and a $1.2 million increase in miscellaneous expenses. At December 31, 2025, M/I Financial provided financing services in all of our markets.
Future interest payments associated with these notes payable totaled $135 million as of December 31, 2024, with $32 million payable within 12 months. As of December 31, 2024, there were no borrowings outstanding and $80.4 million of letters of credit outstanding under our Credit Facility, leaving $569.6 million available.
Future interest payments associated with these notes payable totaled $103 million as of December 31, 2025, with $32 million payable within 12 months. As of December 31, 2025, there were no borrowings outstanding and $93.2 million of letters of credit outstanding under our Credit Facility, leaving $806.8 million available.
In addition, the Credit Facility contains covenants that limit the Company’s number of unsold housing units and model homes, as well as the amount of Investments in Unrestricted Subsidiaries and Joint Ventures (each as defined in the Credit Facility).
In addition, the Credit Facility contains covenants that limit the amount of Investments in Unrestricted Subsidiaries and Joint Ventures (each as defined in the Credit Facility).
M/I Financial pays interest on each advance under the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility at a per annum rate based on Daily Adjusting One-Month Term SOFR plus a margin as defined in the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility. The MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility also contains certain financial covenants each of which is defined in the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility.
M/I Financial pays interest on each advance under the MIF Master Repurchase Facility at a per annum rate based on Daily Simple SOFR plus a margin as defined in the MIF Master Repurchase Facility. The MIF Master Repurchase Facility contains the same financial covenants as the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility.
Investing Cash Flow Activities. During 2024, we used $54.9 million of cash in investing activities, compared to using $18.6 million of cash in investing activities during 2023. This $36.3 million increase in cash usage was primarily due to a $30.5 million increase in cash contributions to our joint venture arrangements compared to prior year.
Investing Cash Flow Activities. During 2025, we used $59.7 million of cash in investing activities, compared to using $54.9 million of cash in investing activities during 2024. This $4.8 million increase in cash usage was primarily due to a $5.1 million increase in cash contributions to our joint venture arrangements compared to prior year. Financing Cash Flow Activities.
During 2024, we invested $472.9 million in land acquisitions and $646.0 million in land development. We invested more in land development than in land acquisitions in order to finish lots needed to start homes and allow us to open new communities.
During 2025, we invested $523.7 million in land acquisitions and $645.6 million in land development. We invested more in land development than in land acquisitions in order to finish lots needed to start homes and allow us to open new communities.
We plan to open additional new communities during 2025, increasing our average community count by approximately 5% compared to 2024. Income before income taxes for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 increased 21% from $607.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 to $733.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.
We plan to open additional new communities during 2026 and increase our average community count by about 5% compared to 2025. Income before income taxes for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025 decreased 28% from $733.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 to $526.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2025.
The following table summarizes the most significant restrictive covenant thresholds under the Credit Facility and our compliance with such covenants as of December 31, 2024: Financial Covenant Covenant Requirement Actual (Dollars in millions) Consolidated Tangible Net Worth ≥ $ 1,796.8 $ 2,854.9 Leverage Ratio ≤ 0.60 (0.01) Interest Coverage Ratio ≥ 1.5 to 1.0 23.74 to 1.0 Investments in Unrestricted Subsidiaries and Joint Ventures ≤ $ 856.5 $ 6.4 Unsold Housing Units and Model Homes ≤ 3,271 1,852 Notes Payable - Financial Services.
The following table summarizes the most significant restrictive covenant thresholds under the Credit Facility and our compliance with such covenants as of December 31, 2025: Financial Covenant Covenant Requirement Actual (Dollars in millions) Consolidated Tangible Net Worth ≥ $ 2,172.7 $ 3,061.4 Leverage Ratio ≤ 0.60 0.02 Interest Coverage Ratio ≥ 1.5 to 1.0 18.64 to 1.0 Investments in Unrestricted Subsidiaries and Joint Ventures ≤ $ 918.4 $ 6.8 41 Notes Payable - Financial Services.
During the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, homebuilding revenue in our Northern region increased $376.1 million, from $1.52 billion in 2023 to $1.90 billion in 2024.
During the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, homebuilding revenue in our Northern region decreased $9.6 million, from $1.90 billion in 2024 to $1.89 billion in 2025.
Average sales price in backlog increased to $547,000 at December 31, 2024 from $520,000 at December 31, 2023 primarily due to the mix of homes in backlog. During 2024, we opened 51 communities in our Southern region compared to 43 in 2023.
Average sales price in backlog decreased to $528,000 at December 31, 2025 from $547,000 at December 31, 2024 primarily due to increased homebuyer incentives ($9,500 per home) compared to 2024 and the mix of homes in backlog. During 2025, we opened 44 communities in our Southern region compared to 51 in 2024.
Revenue from our financial services segment increased 24% to $116.2 million in 2024 as a result of an increase in loans closed and sold during the year and a slight increase in the average loan amount.
Revenue from our financial services segment increased 8% to $125.5 million in 2025 as a result of increases in loans closed and sold during the year and the average loan amount.
For the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, homebuilding revenue in our Southern region increased $72.7 million, from $2.42 billion in 2023 to $2.49 billion in 2024.
For the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, homebuilding revenue in our Southern region decreased $86.6 million, from $2.49 billion in 2024 to $2.40 billion in 2025.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, we delivered 9,055 homes, started 9,196 homes, ended the year with approximately 4,700 homes under construction compared to approximately 4,500 at the end of last year, and spent $472.9 million on land purchases and $646.0 million on land development.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, we delivered 8,921 homes, started 8,697 homes, ended the year with approximately 4,500 homes under construction compared to approximately 4,700 at the end of last year, and spent $523.7 million on land purchases and $645.6 million on land development.
The cash used in financing activities in 2023 was primarily due to repayments of $79.9 million (net of proceeds from borrowings) under our then-outstanding M/I Financial credit facilities and the repurchase of $65.3 million of our outstanding common shares during 2023, offset, in part, by $33.8 million in proceeds from the exercise of stock options during 2023.
The increase in cash used in financing activities in 2025 was primarily due to the repurchase of $202.0 million of our outstanding common shares during 2025, repayments of $9.3 million (net of proceeds from borrowings) under the MIF credit facilities and $7.0 million of debt issue costs offset, in part, by $8.4 million in proceeds from the exercise of stock options during 2025.
We expect to extend the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility on or prior to the current expiration date of October 21, 2025, but we cannot provide any assurance that we will be able to obtain such an extension. As of December 31, 2024, there was $286.2 million outstanding under the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility.
We expect to extend the MIF Mortgage Repurchase Facility on or prior to the current expiration date of October 20, 2026, but we cannot provide any assurance that we will be able to obtain such an extension.
Paul, Minnesota Austin, Texas Detroit, Michigan Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas Houston, Texas San Antonio, Texas Charlotte, North Carolina Raleigh, North Carolina Nashville, Tennessee 34 The following table shows, by segment: revenue; selling, general and administrative expense; operating income (loss); interest (income) expense; and income before income taxes for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022: Year Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Revenue: Northern homebuilding $ 1,900,013 $ 1,523,943 $ 1,714,236 Southern homebuilding 2,488,451 2,415,730 2,330,962 Financial services (a) 116,206 93,829 86,195 Total revenue $ 4,504,670 $ 4,033,502 $ 4,131,393 Cost of Sales: Northern homebuilding $ 1,480,326 $ 1,228,949 $ 1,379,936 Southern homebuilding 1,825,455 1,785,624 1,707,615 Financial services (a) — — — Total cost of sales $ 3,305,781 $ 3,014,573 $ 3,087,551 General and administrative expense: Northern homebuilding $ 42,908 $ 36,827 $ 36,659 Southern homebuilding 76,200 65,078 61,775 Financial services (a) 52,826 45,115 41,813 Segment general and administrative expense $ 171,934 $ 147,020 $ 140,247 Corporate and unallocated general and administrative expense 86,488 75,745 74,564 Total general and administrative expense $ 258,422 $ 222,765 $ 214,811 Selling expense: Northern homebuilding $ 95,680 $ 81,847 $ 80,142 Southern homebuilding 136,198 124,860 109,698 Financial services (a) — — — Segment selling expense $ 231,878 $ 206,707 $ 189,840 Corporate and unallocated selling expense 2,495 2,235 1,740 Total selling expense: $ 234,373 $ 208,942 $ 191,580 Operating income (loss): Northern homebuilding $ 281,099 $ 176,320 $ 217,499 Southern homebuilding 450,598 440,168 451,874 Financial services (a) 63,380 48,714 44,382 Segment operating income $ 795,077 $ 665,202 $ 713,755 Corporate selling, general and administrative expense (88,983) (77,980) (76,304) Total operating income (a) $ 706,094 $ 587,222 $ 637,451 Interest (income) expense - net: Northern homebuilding $ (228) $ (186) $ (469) Southern homebuilding (2,554) (1,703) (1,447) Financial services (a) 13,698 10,360 5,122 Segment Interest (income) expense - net $ 10,916 $ 8,471 $ 3,206 Corporate Interest (income) expense - net (38,430) (28,493) (956) Total interest (income) expense - net $ (27,514) $ (20,022) $ 2,250 Other income (b) $ — $ (33) $ (6) Income before income taxes $ 733,608 $ 607,277 $ 635,207 (a) Our financial services operational results should be viewed in connection with our homebuilding business as its operations originate loans and provide title services primarily for our homebuyers, with the exception of a small amount of mortgage refinancing.
Paul, Minnesota Austin, Texas Detroit, Michigan Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas Houston, Texas San Antonio, Texas Charlotte, North Carolina Raleigh, North Carolina Nashville, Tennessee 33 The following table shows, by segment: revenue; selling, general and administrative expense; operating income (loss); interest (income) expense; and income before income taxes for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2025 2024 2023 Revenue: Northern homebuilding $ 1,890,457 $ 1,900,013 $ 1,523,943 Southern homebuilding 2,401,861 2,488,451 2,415,730 Financial services (a) 125,463 116,206 93,829 Total revenue $ 4,417,781 $ 4,504,670 $ 4,033,502 Cost of Sales: Northern homebuilding $ 1,475,438 $ 1,480,326 $ 1,228,949 Southern homebuilding 1,925,144 1,825,455 1,785,624 Financial services (a) — — — Total cost of sales (b) $ 3,400,582 $ 3,305,781 $ 3,014,573 General and administrative expense: Northern homebuilding $ 41,103 $ 42,908 $ 36,827 Southern homebuilding 77,291 76,200 65,078 Financial services (a) 57,303 52,826 45,115 Segment general and administrative expense $ 175,697 $ 171,934 $ 147,020 Corporate and unallocated general and administrative expense 87,069 86,488 75,745 Total general and administrative expense $ 262,766 $ 258,422 $ 222,765 Selling expense: Northern homebuilding $ 95,860 $ 95,680 $ 81,847 Southern homebuilding 149,457 136,198 124,860 Financial services (a) — — — Segment selling expense $ 245,317 $ 231,878 $ 206,707 Corporate and unallocated selling expense 2,563 2,495 2,235 Total selling expense: $ 247,880 $ 234,373 $ 208,942 Operating income (loss): Northern homebuilding $ 278,056 $ 281,099 $ 176,320 Southern homebuilding 249,969 450,598 440,168 Financial services (a) 68,160 63,380 48,714 Segment operating income $ 596,185 $ 795,077 $ 665,202 Corporate selling, general and administrative expense (89,632) (88,983) (77,980) Total operating income (a) (b) $ 506,553 $ 706,094 $ 587,222 Interest (income) expense - net: Northern homebuilding $ (70) $ (228) $ (186) Southern homebuilding (3,076) (2,554) (1,703) Financial services (a) 12,504 13,698 10,360 Segment interest (income) expense - net $ 9,358 $ 10,916 $ 8,471 Corporate interest (income) expense - net (29,393) (38,430) (28,493) Total interest (income) expense - net $ (20,035) $ (27,514) $ (20,022) Other income (c) $ — $ — $ (33) Income before income taxes $ 526,588 $ 733,608 $ 607,277 (a) Our financial services operational results should be viewed in connection with our homebuilding business as its operations originate loans and provide title services primarily for our homebuying customers, with the exception of an immaterial amount of mortgage refinancing.
The cash generated by operating activities in 2023 was primarily a result of net income of $465.4 million, proceeds from the sale of mortgage loans that exceeded mortgage loan originations by $72.9 million and a $46.7 million decrease in inventory, 40 offset partially by a $28.8 million decrease in other liabilities and $31.9 million decrease in accounts payable and customer deposits.
The cash generated by operating activities in 2025 was primarily a result of net income of $402.9 million and a $36.7 million increase in other liabilities, offset partially by a $313.5 million increase in inventory, loan originations that exceeded proceeds from the sale of mortgage loans by $20.7 million, a $16.0 million decrease in other assets and a $35.9 million increase in accounts payable and customer deposits.
The gross margin of our financial services operations improved by $22.4 million in 2024 compared to 2023 as a result of an increase in the number of loan originations, higher margins on loans sold, and a slight increase in the average loan amount during 2024 compared to prior year. We opened 72 new communities during 2024.
The improvement in the gross margin of our financial services operations is attributable to an increase in the number of loan originations, higher margins on loans sold, and an increase in the average loan amount during 2025 compared to prior year. We opened 81 new communities during 2025.
Selling, general and administrative expense increased $19.9 million from $118.7 million in 2023 to $138.6 million in 2024 and decreased as a percentage of revenue to 7.3% in 2024 from 7.8% in 2023.
Selling, general and administrative expense decreased $1.6 million from $138.6 million in 2024 to $137.0 million in 2025 and decreased as a percentage of revenue to 7.2% in 2025 from 7.3% in 2024.
In 2024, we achieved net income of $563.7 million, or $19.71 per diluted share, compared to net income of $465.4 million, or $16.21 per diluted share in 2023. Our effective tax rate was 23.2% in 2024 compared to 23.4% in 2023.
In 2025, our net income was $402.9 million, or $14.74 per diluted share, compared to net income of $563.7 million, or $19.71 per diluted share in 2024. Our effective tax rate was 23.5% in 2025 compared to 23.2% in 2024.
As a result, the full $650 million commitment amount of the facility was available, less any borrowings and letters of credit outstanding. There were no borrowings outstanding and $80.4 million of letters of credit outstanding at December 31, 2024, leaving $569.6 million available. The Credit Facility has an expiration date of December 9, 2026.
As a result, the full $900 million commitment amount of the facility was available, less any borrowings and letters of credit outstanding. There were no borrowings outstanding and $93.2 million of letters of credit outstanding at December 31, 2025, leaving $806.8 million available. The Credit Facility has an expiration date of September 18, 2030.
(b) Other income is comprised of the equity in (income) loss from joint venture arrangements. 35 The following table show supplemental segment information regarding depreciation and amortization expense for years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022: Year Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Depreciation and amortization: Northern homebuilding $ 3,787 $ 3,673 $ 3,308 Southern homebuilding 3,636 2,965 2,790 Financial services 1,130 810 2,178 Segment depreciation and amortization $ 8,553 $ 7,448 $ 8,276 Corporate 8,833 8,343 8,898 Total depreciation and amortization $ 17,386 $ 15,791 $ 17,174 The following tables show total assets by segment at December 31, 2024 and 2023: December 31, 2024 (In thousands) Northern Southern Financial Services Segment Total Corporate and unallocated Total Deposits on real estate under option or contract $ 12,209 $ 57,274 $ — $ 69,483 $ — $ 69,483 Inventory (a) 1,041,713 1,980,666 — 3,022,379 — 3,022,379 Investments in joint venture arrangements — 65,334 — 65,334 — 65,334 Other assets 37,721 132,316 (b) 370,558 540,595 852,005 1,392,600 Total assets $ 1,091,643 $ 2,235,590 $ 370,558 $ 3,697,791 $ 852,005 $ 4,549,796 December 31, 2023 (In thousands) Northern Southern Financial Services Segment Total Corporate and unallocated Total Deposits on real estate under option or contract $ 8,990 $ 42,618 $ — $ 51,608 $ — $ 51,608 Inventory (a) 1,016,982 1,728,561 — 2,745,543 — 2,745,543 Investments in joint venture arrangements — 44,011 — 44,011 — 44,011 Other assets 37,171 104,306 (b) 243,176 384,653 796,625 1,181,278 Total assets $ 1,063,143 $ 1,919,496 $ 243,176 $ 3,225,815 $ 796,625 $ 4,022,440 (a) Inventory includes single-family lots, land and land development costs; land held for sale; homes under construction; model homes and furnishings; community development district infrastructure; and consolidated inventory not owned.
(c) Other income is comprised of the equity in (income) loss from joint venture arrangements. 34 The following table shows supplemental segment information regarding depreciation and amortization expense for years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2025 2024 2023 Depreciation and amortization: Northern homebuilding $ 3,723 $ 3,787 $ 3,673 Southern homebuilding 4,616 3,636 2,965 Financial services 1,177 1,130 810 Segment depreciation and amortization $ 9,516 $ 8,553 $ 7,448 Corporate 9,382 8,833 8,343 Total depreciation and amortization $ 18,898 $ 17,386 $ 15,791 The following tables show total assets by segment at December 31, 2025 and 2024: December 31, 2025 (In thousands) Northern Southern Financial Services Segment Total Corporate and unallocated Total Deposits on real estate under option or contract $ 14,319 $ 60,226 $ — $ 74,545 $ — $ 74,545 Inventory (a) 1,164,647 2,144,748 — 3,309,395 — 3,309,395 Investments in joint venture arrangements — 106,299 — 106,299 — 106,299 Other assets 35,087 122,223 (b) 375,682 532,992 753,894 1,286,886 Total assets $ 1,214,053 $ 2,433,496 $ 375,682 $ 4,023,231 $ 753,894 $ 4,777,125 December 31, 2024 (In thousands) Northern Southern Financial Services Segment Total Corporate and unallocated Total Deposits on real estate under option or contract $ 12,209 $ 57,274 $ — $ 69,483 $ — $ 69,483 Inventory (a) 1,041,713 1,980,666 — 3,022,379 — 3,022,379 Investments in joint venture arrangements — 65,334 — 65,334 — 65,334 Other assets 37,721 132,316 (b) 370,558 540,595 852,005 1,392,600 Total assets $ 1,091,643 $ 2,235,590 $ 370,558 $ 3,697,791 $ 852,005 $ 4,549,796 (a) Inventory includes single-family lots, land and land development costs; land held for sale; homes under construction; model homes and furnishings; community development district infrastructure; and consolidated inventory not owned.
Selling expense increased $25.4 million from 2023 and remained consistent as a percentage of revenue at 5.2%. Sales and realtor commissions contributed $16.5 million to the increase in selling expense in 2024 due to the increase in the homes delivered as well as higher external sales commission rates paid during the period compared to prior year.
Selling expense increased $13.5 million from 2024 and increased as a percentage of revenue to 5.6% from 5.2% in 2024. Realtor commissions contributed $7.7 million to the increase in selling expense in 2025 due to higher realtor commissions paid during the period compared to prior year.
Operating income in our Northern region increased $104.8 million, from $176.3 million in 2023 to $281.1 million in 2024. The increase in operating income was primarily the result of a $124.7 million increase in our gross margin offset in part by a $19.9 million increase in selling, general, and administrative expense.
Operating income in our Northern region decreased $3.0 million, from $281.1 million in 2024 to $278.1 million in 2025. The decrease in operating income was primarily the result of a $4.6 million decrease in our homebuilding gross margin offset in part by a $1.6 million decrease in selling, general, and administrative expense.
During the second half of 2024, the Federal Reserve reduced interest rates by 100 basis points. High mortgage interest rates have made it more difficult for homebuyers to qualify for mortgages or to obtain mortgages at interest rates that are acceptable to them.
During 2025, the Federal Reserve reduced interest rates by 75 basis points. High mortgage interest rates have made it more difficult for homebuyers to qualify for mortgages or to obtain mortgages at interest rates that are acceptable to them. We plan to help combat high interest costs in 2026 by offering mortgage interest rate buydowns to potential homebuyers.
This 3% increase in homebuilding revenue was primarily the result of a 5% increase in the number of homes delivered (239 units) due to increased availability of inventory homes and improved construction cycle times on our backlog homes offset in part by a 1% decrease in the average sales price of homes delivered ($7,000 per home delivered) and a $10.9 million decrease in land sales.
This 1% decrease in homebuilding revenue was the result of a 4% decrease in the number of homes delivered (157 units), offset in part by a 3% increase in the average sales price of homes delivered ($17,000 per home delivered) and a $5.1 million increase in land sales.
The increase in selling, general and administrative expense was attributable to a $13.8 million increase in selling expense, due to a $11.6 million increase in sales and realtor commissions and a $2.2 million increase primarily related to costs associated with our sales offices and models.
The decrease in general and administrative expense was partially offset by a $0.2 million increase in selling expense, due to a $1.4 million increase primarily related to costs associated with compensation-related expenses and models partially offset by a $1.2 million decrease in sales and realtor commissions.
As the rate of inflation has declined from 2022’s historic levels, our costs have stabilized. However, continued increases in inflation rates could impact our costs, potentially reduce our gross margins, reduce the purchasing power of potential homebuyers, and negatively impact their ability and desire to buy a home. Mortgage interest rates have hovered around 7% since the end of 2023.
However, continued increases in inflation rates could impact our costs, potentially reduce our gross margins, reduce the purchasing power of potential homebuyers, and negatively impact their ability and desire to buy a home. 44 Mortgage interest rates remained elevated since the end of 2023, although slightly lower rates began to appear in the second half of 2025.
Our overall effective tax rate was 23.2% for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 23.4% for the year ended December 31, 2023 (see Note 14 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for more information). 39 Year Ended December 31, 2023 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2022 For a comparison of our results of operations for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, see “Part II, Item 7.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2023 For a comparison of our results of operations for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, see “Part II, Item 7.
The increase in selling, general and administrative expense was attributable to a $11.1 million increase in general and administrative expense, which was primarily related to a $4.9 million increase in compensation related expenses as a result of an increase in headcount and incentive compensation due to our strong financial performance during the period, a $1.2 million increase in land-related expenses, and a $5.0 million increase in miscellaneous expenses.
General and administrative expense increased $1.1 million due to a $2.4 million increase in land-related expenses and a $0.7 million increase in miscellaneous expenses offset in part by $2.0 million decrease in compensation related expenses due to incentive compensation due to our financial performance during the period.
However, offering sales incentives, such as interest rate buydowns, may reduce our margins from the record level we achieved in 2024.
However, offering sales incentives, such as mortgage interest rate buydowns, may further reduce our margins.
Income before income taxes and net income both increased 21% from prior year, both company records. 31 We achieved the following results during the year ended December 31, 2024 in comparison to the year ended December 31, 2023: • Homes delivered increased 12% to 9,055, an all-time record for our Company • Revenue increased 12% to $4.5 billion, an all-time record for our Company • Pre-tax income increased 21% to an all-time record $733,608, 16.3% of revenue • Net income increased 21% to $564 million, an all-time record for our Company • New contracts increased 8% to 8,584 • Absorption pace of sales per community remained consistent at 3.3 per month • Average community count increased 7% with 220 active communities at the end of 2024 • Shareholders’ equity increased 17% to $2.9 billion, an all-time record high for our Company • Book value per common share increased to a record high $109 per share • Homebuilding debt to capital ratio improved to 19% In addition to the results described above, our financial services operations recorded a $14.7 million increase in operating income in 2024 compared to 2023 as a result of an increase in closings and a slight increase in the average loan amount.
Despite the challenging conditions facing the housing industry, we had strong cash flow and liquidity in 2025 and ended the year with low leverage. 30 Our results for the year ended December 31, 2025 in comparison to the year ended December 31, 2024 were as follows: • Homes delivered decreased 1% to 8,921 • Revenue decreased 2% to $4.4 billion • Pre-tax income decreased 28% to $526.6, 11.9% of revenue • Net income decreased 29% to $402.9 million • New contracts decreased 4% to 8,199 • Absorption pace of sales per community declined to 3.0 per month compared to 3.3 per month • Average community count increased 6% with 232 active communities at the end of 2025 • Shareholders’ equity increased 8% to $3.2 billion, an all-time record high for our Company • Book value per common share increased to a record high $123 per share • Homebuilding debt to capital ratio improved to 18% In addition to the results described above, our financial services operations recorded a $4.8 million increase in operating income in 2025 compared to 2024 as a result of increases in closings and average loan amount.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES Overview of Capital Resources and Liquidity At December 31, 2024, we had $821.6 million of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, with $821.5 million of this amount comprised of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents, which represents a $88.9 million increase in unrestricted cash and cash equivalents from December 31, 2023.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES Overview of Capital Resources and Liquidity At December 31, 2025, we had $689.2 million of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (all of which was comprised of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents), which represents a $132.3 million decrease in unrestricted cash and cash equivalents from December 31, 2024.
Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Financial Services Number of loans originated 6,731 5,395 5,374 Value of loans originated $ 2,685,078 $ 2,118,884 $ 2,069,615 Revenue $ 116,206 $ 93,829 $ 86,195 Less: Selling, general and administrative expenses 52,826 45,115 41,813 Less: Interest expense 13,698 10,360 5,122 Income before income taxes $ 49,682 $ 38,354 $ 39,260 37 A home is included in “new contracts” when our standard sales contract is executed.
Additionally, total cost of sales and operating income in the Southern homebuilding operating segment were reduced by $11.2 million for warranty charges in two of our Florida communities primarily relating to attic ventilation issues. 36 Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2025 2024 2023 Financial Services Number of loans originated 7,117 6,731 5,395 Value of loans originated $ 2,897,111 $ 2,685,078 $ 2,118,884 Revenue $ 125,463 $ 116,206 $ 93,829 Less: Selling, general and administrative expenses 57,303 52,826 45,115 Less: Interest expense 12,504 13,698 10,360 Income before income taxes $ 55,656 $ 49,682 $ 38,354 A home is included in “new contracts” when our standard sales contract is executed.