Biggest changeAdditionally, NOI as disclosed by other REITs may not be comparable to our calculation. 23 Table of Contents Reconciliations of net income to NOI for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows: (in thousands) 2022 2021 Net income $661,508 $312,376 Less: Fee and asset management income (5,188) (10,532) Less: Interest and other income (3,019) (1,223) Less: (Income)/loss on deferred compensation plans 19,637 (14,369) Plus: Property management expense 28,601 26,339 Plus: Fee and asset management expense 2,516 4,511 Plus: General and administrative expense 60,413 59,368 Plus: Interest expense 113,424 97,297 Plus: Depreciation and amortization expense 577,020 420,692 Plus: Expense/(benefit) on deferred compensation plans (19,637) 14,369 Less: Gain on sale of operating properties, including land (36,372) (174,384) Less: Gain on acquisition of unconsolidated joint venture interests (474,146) — Less: Equity in income of joint ventures (3,048) (9,777) Plus: Income tax expense 2,966 1,893 Net operating income $ 924,675 $ 726,560 Property-Level NOI (1) Property NOI, as reconciled above, is detailed further into the categories below for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to 2021: Number of Homes at Year Ended December 31, Change ($ in thousands) 12/31/2022 2022 2021 $ % Property revenues: Same store communities 46,151 $ 1,144,659 $ 1,029,585 $ 115,074 11.2 % Non-same store communities 12,282 264,784 82,553 182,231 220.7 Development and lease-up communities 2,219 2,173 — 2,173 * Dispositions/other — 11,140 31,447 (20,307) (64.6) Total property revenues 60,652 $ 1,422,756 $ 1,143,585 $ 279,171 24.4 % Property expenses: Same store communities 46,151 $ 391,455 $ 372,600 $ 18,855 5.1 % Non-same store communities 12,282 100,163 31,512 68,651 217.9 Development and lease-up communities 2,219 918 (8) 926 * Hurricane expenses — 1,000 — 1,000 * Dispositions/other — 4,545 12,921 (8,376) (64.8) Total property expenses 60,652 $ 498,081 $ 417,025 $ 81,056 19.4 % Property NOI: Same store communities 46,151 $ 753,204 $ 656,985 $ 96,219 14.6 % Non-same store communities 12,282 164,621 51,041 113,580 222.5 Development and lease-up communities 2,219 1,255 8 1,247 * Hurricane expenses — (1,000) — (1,000) * Dispositions/other — 6,595 18,526 (11,931) (64.4) Total property NOI 60,652 $ 924,675 $ 726,560 $ 198,115 27.3 % * Not a meaningful percentage. 24 Table of Contents (1) Same store communities are communities we owned and were stabilized since January 1, 2021, excluding communities under redevelopment and properties held for sale.
Biggest changeAdditionally, NOI as disclosed by other REITs may not be comparable to our calculation. 24 Table of C ontents Reconciliations of net income to NOI for the year ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows: (in thousands) 2023 2022 Net income $410,553 $661,508 Less: Fee and asset management income (3,451) (5,188) Less: Interest and other income (879) (3,019) Less: (Income)/loss on deferred compensation plans (15,398) 19,637 Plus: Property management expense 33,706 28,601 Plus: Fee and asset management expense 1,717 2,516 Plus: General and administrative expense 62,506 60,413 Plus: Interest expense 133,395 113,424 Plus: Depreciation and amortization expense 574,813 577,020 Plus: Expense/(benefit) on deferred compensation plans 15,398 (19,637) Plus: Loss on early retirement of debt 2,513 — Less: Gain on sale of operating properties, including land (225,416) (36,372) Less: Gain on acquisition of unconsolidated joint venture interests — (474,146) Less: Equity in income of joint ventures — (3,048) Plus: Income tax expense 3,650 2,966 Net operating income $ 993,107 $ 924,675 Property-Level NOI (1) Property NOI, as reconciled above, is detailed further into the categories below for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022: Number of Homes at Year Ended December 31, Change ($ in thousands) 12/31/2023 2023 2022 $ % Property revenues: Same store communities 47,423 $ 1,238,564 $ 1,178,247 $ 60,317 5.1 % Non-same store communities 10,824 264,396 200,479 63,917 31.9 Development and lease-up communities 1,553 3,851 — 3,851 * Dispositions/other — 35,216 44,030 (8,814) (20.0) Total property revenues 59,800 $ 1,542,027 $ 1,422,756 $ 119,271 8.4 % Property expenses: Same store communities 47,423 $ 434,389 $ 407,260 $ 27,129 6.7 % Non-same store communities 10,824 100,413 76,537 23,876 31.2 Development and lease-up communities 1,553 1,236 (28) 1,264 * Dispositions/other — 12,882 14,312 (1,430) (10.0) Total property expenses 59,800 $ 548,920 $ 498,081 $ 50,839 10.2 % Property NOI: Same store communities 47,423 $ 804,175 $ 770,987 $ 33,188 4.3 % Non-same store communities 10,824 163,983 123,942 40,041 32.3 Development and lease-up communities 1,553 2,615 28 2,587 * Dispositions/other — 22,334 29,718 (7,384) (24.8) Total property NOI 59,800 $ 993,107 $ 924,675 $ 68,432 7.4 % * Not a meaningful percentage. 25 Table of C ontents (1) For 2023, s ame store communities are communities we owned and were stabilized since January 1, 2022, excluding communities under redevelopment and properties held for sale.
Cash inflows during 2022 primarily related to net proceeds of $516.8 million from the issuance of approximately 2.9 million common shares from our equity offering and approximately 0.2 million common shares from our ATM programs, as well as net proceeds of approximately $300.0 million of borrowings under our unsecured term loan, and net proceeds of $42.0 million of borrowings from our unsecured revolving credit facility.
Cash inflows during 2022 primarily related to net proceeds of approximately $516.8 million from the issuance of approximately 2.9 million common shares from our equity offering and approximately 0.2 million common shares from our ATM programs, as well as net proceeds of approximately $300.0 million of borrowings under our unsecured term loan, and net proceeds of $42.0 million of borrowings from our unsecured revolving credit facility.
We intend to meet our short-term and long-term liquidity requirements through a combination of one or more of the following: cash flows generated from operations, draws on our unsecured credit facility, the use of debt and equity offerings under our automatic shelf registration statement, proceeds from property dispositions, equity issued from our ATM programs, other unsecured borrowings, or secured mortgages.
We intend to meet our short-term and long-term liquidity requirements through a combination of one or more of the following: cash flows generated from operations, draws on our unsecured revolving credit facility, the use of debt and equity offerings under our automatic shelf registration statement, proceeds from property dispositions, equity issued from our ATM programs, other unsecured borrowings, or secured mortgages.
However, we may not be able to maintain our current credit ratings and may not be able to borrow on a secured or unsecured basis in the future. Future Cash Requirements and Contractual Obligations One of our principal long-term liquidity requirements includes the repayment of maturing debt, including any future borrowings under our unsecured credit facility.
However, we may not be able to maintain our current credit ratings and may not be able to borrow on a secured or unsecured basis in the future. Future Cash Requirements and Contractual Obligations One of our principal long-term liquidity requirements includes the repayment of maturing debt, including any future borrowings under our unsecured revolving credit facility.
Cash outflows during 2022 primarily related to the acquisition of the Funds for cash consideration of approximately $1.1 billion, and amounts paid for property development and capital improvements of approximately $449.4 million. These outflows were partially offset by net proceeds from the sale of one operating property of approximately $70.5 million.
Cash outflows during 2022 primarily related to the acquisition of the Funds for cash consideration of approximately $1.1 billion, and amounts paid for property development and capital improvements of approximately $449.4 million. These outflows were partially offset by net proceeds from the sale of one operating property for approximately $70.5 million in 2022.
To facilitate a clear understanding of our consolidated historical operating results, we believe FFO and AFFO should be examined in conjunction with net income attributable to common shareholders as presented in the consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income and data included elsewhere in this report.
To facilitate a clear understanding of our consolidated historical operating results, we believe FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO should be examined in conjunction with net income attributable to common shareholders as presented in the consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income and data included elsewhere in this report.
FFO and AFFO are not defined by GAAP and should not be considered alternatives to net income attributable to common shareholders as an indication of our operating performance. Additionally, FFO and AFFO as disclosed by other REITs may not be comparable to our calculation.
FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO are not defined by GAAP and should not be considered alternatives to net income attributable to common shareholders as an indication of our operating performance. Additionally, FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO as disclosed by other REITs may not be comparable to our calculation.
Non-same store communities are stabilized communities not owned or stabilized since January 1, 2021, including communities under redevelopment and excluding properties held for sale. We define communities under redevelopment as communities with capital expenditures that improve a community's cash flow and competitive position through extensive unit, exterior building, common area, and amenity upgrades.
Non-same store communities are stabilized communities not owned or stabilized since January 1, 2022, including communities under redevelopment and excluding properties held for sale. We define communities under redevelopment as communities with capital expenditures that improve a community's cash flow and competitive position through extensive unit, exterior building, common area, and amenity upgrades.
In May 2022, we created an ATM share offering program through which we can, but have no obligation to, sell common shares for an aggregate offering amount of up to $500.0 million (the "2022 ATM program"), in amounts and at times as we determine, into the existing trading market at current market prices as well as through negotiated transactions.
In May 2023, we created an at-the-market ("ATM") share offering program through which we can, but have no obligation to, sell common shares for an aggregate offering amount of up to $500.0 million (the "2023 ATM program"), in amounts and at times as we determine, into the existing trading market at current market prices as well as through negotiated transactions.
In addition, we evaluate our equity investments in joint ventures, if any, and if we believe there is an other than temporary decline in market value of our investment below our carrying value, we will record an impairment charge. We did not record any impairment charges for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, or 2020.
In addition, we evaluate our equity investments in joint ventures, if any, and if we believe there is an other than temporary decline in market value of our investment below our carrying value, we will record an impairment charge. We did not record any impairment charges for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022, or 2021.
As of December 31, 2022, we had approximately $1.1 billion available under our $1.2 billion unsecured revolving credit facility. As of December 31, 2022 and through the date of this filing, we also had common shares having an aggregate offering price of up to $500.0 million remaining available for sale under our 2022 ATM program.
As of December 31, 2023, we had approximately $1.2 billion available under our unsecured revolving credit facility. As of December 31, 2023 and through the date of this filing, we also had common shares having an aggregate offering price of up to $500.0 million remaining available for sale under our 2023 ATM program.
Discussion of our year-to-date comparisons between 2022 and 2021 is presented below. Year-to-date comparisons between 2021 and 2020 can be found in "Part II. Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021.
Discussion of our year-to-date comparisons between 2023 and 2022 is presented below. Year-to-date comparisons between 2022 and 2021 can be found in "Part II. Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022.
The increase was primarily due to higher average rental rates which we believe was primarily attributable to improving job growth, favorable demographics with a higher propensity to rent versus buy, higher demand for multifamily housing in our markets, and a manageable supply of new multifamily housing.
The increase was primarily due to higher average rental rates which we believe was primarily attributable to job growth, favorable demographics with a higher propensity to rent versus buy, continued demand for multifamily housing in our markets, and a manageable supply of new multifamily housing.
We consider FFO to be an appropriate supplemental measure of operating performance because, by excluding gains or losses on dispositions of operating properties and depreciation, FFO can assist in the comparison of the operating performance of a company’s real estate investments between periods or to different companies.
We consider FFO to be an appropriate supplemental measure of operating performance because, by excluding gains or losses on dispositions of depreciable real estate and depreciation, FFO can assist in the comparison of the operating performance of a company's real estate investments between periods or to different companies.
These bid rate loans have terms of 180 days or less and may not exceed the lesser of $600 million or the remaining amount available under our revolving credit facility. Our revolving credit facility and delayed term loan are subject to customary financial covenants and limitations.
These bid rate loans have terms of 180 days or less and may not exceed the lesser of $600 million or the remaining amount available under our unsecured revolving credit facility. Our unsecured revolving credit facility and term loan are subject to customary financial covenants and limitations.
We believe we are in compliance with all such financial covenants and limitations as of December 31, 2022 and through the date of this filing. Our unsecured revolving credit facility provides us with the ability to issue up to $50 million in letters of credit.
We believe we are in compliance with all such financial covenants and limitations as of December 31, 2023 and through the date of this filing. Our unsecured revolving credit facility provides us with the ability to issue up to $50 million in letters of credit.
We believe our ability to access the capital markets is enhanced by our senior unsecured debt ratings by Fitch, Moody's, and Standard and Poor's, which were A- with stable outlook, A3 with stable outlook, and A- with stable outlook, respectively, as of December 31, 2022.
We believe our ability to access the capital markets is enhanced by our senior unsecured debt ratings by Fitch, Moody's, and Standard and Poor's, which were A- with stable outlook, A3 with stable outlook, and A- with stable outlook, respectively, as of December 31, 2023.
We believe our liquidity and financial condition are sufficient to meet all of our reasonably anticipated cash needs over the next 12 months including: • normal recurring operating expenses; 29 Table of Contents • current debt service requirements, including debt maturities; • recurring capital expenditures; • reposition expenditures; • funding of property developments, redevelopments, and acquisitions; and • the minimum dividend payments required to maintain our REIT qualification under the Code.
We believe our liquidity and financial condition are sufficient to meet all of our reasonably anticipated cash needs over the next 12 months including: • normal recurring operating expenses; • current debt service requirements, including debt maturities; • recurring capital expenditures; • reposition expenditures; • funding of property developments, redevelopments, and acquisitions; and • the minimum dividend payments required to maintain our REIT qualification under the Code.
We anticipate meeting our short-term and long-term liquidity requirements through a combination of one or more of the following: cash flows generated from operations, draws on our unsecured credit facility, the use of debt and equity offerings under our automatic shelf registration statement, proceeds from property dispositions, equity issued from our ATM programs, 31 Table of Contents other unsecured borrowings, or secured mortgages.
We anticipate meeting our short-term and long-term liquidity requirements through a combination of one or more of the following: cash flows generated from operations, draws on our unsecured revolving credit facility, the use of debt and equity offerings under our automatic shelf registration statement, proceeds from property dispositions, equity issued from our ATM programs, other unsecured borrowings, or secured mortgages.
The decrease was primarily due to the consolidation of the Funds on April 1, 2022, and no longer earning the related fee and asset management income. The decrease was also due to lower fees earned related to a decrease in third-party construction activity during 2022 as compared to 2021.
The decrease was primarily due to the consolidation of the Funds on April 1, 2022, and no longer earning the related fee and asset management income. The decrease was also due to slightly lower fees earned related to a decrease in third-party construction activity during 2023 as compared to 2022.
Factors which may cause our actual results or performance to differ materially from those contemplated by forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following: • Volatility in capital and credit markets, or other unfavorable changes in economic conditions, either nationally or regionally in one or more of the markets in which we operate, could adversely impact us; • Short-term leases could expose us to the effects of declining market rents; • Competition could limit our ability to lease apartments or increase or maintain rental income; • We could be negatively impacted by the risks associated with land holdings and related activities; • Development, repositions, redevelopment and construction risks could impact our profitability; • Our acquisition strategy may not produce the cash flows expected; • Changes in rent control or rent stabilization laws and regulations could adversely affect our operations and property values; • Failure to qualify as a REIT could have adverse consequences; • Tax laws may continue to change at any time and any such legislative or other actions could have a negative effect on us; • A cybersecurity incident and other technology disruptions could negatively impact our business; • We have significant debt, which could have adverse consequences; • Insufficient cash flows could limit our ability to make required payments for debt obligations or pay distributions to shareholders; • Issuances of additional debt may adversely impact our financial condition; • We may be unable to renew, repay, or refinance our outstanding debt; • Rising interest rates could both increase our borrowing costs, thereby adversely affecting our cash flows and the amounts available for distribution to our shareholders, and decrease our share price, if investors seek higher yields through other investments; • Failure to maintain our current credit ratings could adversely affect our cost of funds, related margins, liquidity, and access to capital markets; • Share ownership limits and our ability to issue additional equity securities may prevent takeovers beneficial to shareholders; • The form, timing and amount of dividend distributions in future periods may vary and be impacted by economic and other considerations; 17 Table of Contents • Environmental, Social and Governance factors may impose additional costs and/or expose us to new risks; • Litigation risks could affect our business; • A pandemic and measures intended to prevent its spread could negatively impact our business; • Damage from catastrophic weather and other natural events could result in losses; • Competition could adversely affect our ability to acquire properties; and • We could be adversely impacted due to our share price fluctuations.
Factors which may cause our actual results or performance to differ materially from those contemplated by forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following: • Volatility in capital and credit markets, or other unfavorable changes in economic conditions, either nationally or regionally in one or more of the markets in which we operate, could adversely impact us; • Short-term leases could expose us to the effects of declining market rents; • Competition could limit our ability to lease apartments or increase or maintain rental income; • We could be negatively impacted by the risks associated with land holdings and related activities; • Development, repositions, redevelopment and construction risks could impact our profitability; • Our acquisition strategy may not produce the cash flows expected; • Changes in rent control or rent stabilization laws and regulations could adversely affect our operations and property values; • Failure to qualify as a REIT could have adverse consequences; • Tax laws may continue to change at any time and any such legislative or other actions could have a negative effect on us; • A cybersecurity incident and other technology disruptions could negatively impact our business; • We have significant debt, which could have adverse consequences; • Insufficient cash flows could limit our ability to make required payments for debt obligations or pay distributions to shareholders; • Issuances of additional debt may adversely impact our financial condition; • We may be unable to renew, repay, or refinance our outstanding debt; • Rising interest rates could increase our borrowing costs, lower the value of our real estate, and decrease our share price, leading investors to seek higher yields through other investments; • Failure to maintain our current credit ratings could adversely affect our cost of funds, related margins, liquidity, and access to capital markets; • Share ownership limits and our ability to issue additional equity securities may prevent takeovers beneficial to shareholders; • The form, timing, and amount of dividend distributions in future periods may vary and be impacted by economic and other considerations; • Environmental, social, and governance factors may impose additional costs and/or expose us to new risks; • Litigation risks could affect our business; 18 Table of C ontents • Damage from catastrophic weather and other natural events could result in losses; • Competition could adversely affect our ability to acquire properties; and • We could be adversely impacted due to our share price fluctuations.
These cash inflows were partially offset by approximately $396.8 million to pay distributions to common shareholders and non-controlling interest holders, and the repayment of $350.0 million senior unsecured notes in the fourth quarter of 2022.
These cash inflows were partially offset by approximately $396.8 million to pay 31 Table of C ontents distributions to common shareholders, and non-controlling interest holders and the repayment of $350.0 million senior unsecured notes in the fourth quarter of 2022.
Assuming similar dividend distributions for the remainder of 2023, our annualized dividend rate for 2023 would be $4.00. Critical Accounting Estimates The preparation of our financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions.
Assuming similar dividend distributions for the remainder of 2024, our annualized dividend rate for 2024 would be $4.12. Critical Accounting Estimates The preparation of our financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions.
Our interest expense coverage ratio, net of capitalized interest, was approximately 7.4 and 6.7 times for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Our interest expense coverage ratio, net of capitalized interest, was approximately 6.8 and 7.4 times for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
Equity in income of joint ventures decreased approximately $6.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to 2021. The decrease was primarily due to our consolidating the Funds on April 1, 2022. Income tax expense increased approximately $1.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to the same period in 2021.
Equity in income of joint ventures decreased approximately $3.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022. The decrease was primarily due to our consolidating the Funds on April 1, 2022. Income tax expense increased approximately $0.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to the same period in 2022.
Other sources may include one or more of the following: availability under our unsecured credit facility, the use of debt and equity offerings under our automatic shelf registration statement, proceeds from property dispositions, equity issued from our ATM programs, and other unsecured borrowings or secured mortgages.
Other sources may include one or more of the following: availability under our unsecured revolving credit facility, the use of debt and equity offerings under our automatic 30 Table of C ontents shelf registration statement, proceeds from property dispositions, equity issued from our ATM programs, and other unsecured borrowings or secured mortgages.
See further discussions of our 2022 operations as compared to 2021 in "Results of Operations." Net cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2022 totaled approximately $1.5 billion as compared to $804.4 million during the year ended December 31, 2021.
See further discussions of our 2023 operations as compared to 2022 in "Results of Operations." Net cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2023 totaled approximately $127.1 million as compared to $1.5 billion during the year ended December 31, 2022.
We will, however, continue to assess and take further actions we believe are prudent to meet our objectives and capital requirements. 19 Table of Contents Property Portfolio Our multifamily property portfolio is summarized as follows: December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 Number of Homes Properties Number of Homes Properties Operating Properties Houston, Texas 9,154 26 9,154 26 Dallas, Texas 6,224 15 6,224 15 Washington, D.C.
We will, however, continue to assess and take further actions we believe are prudent to meet our objectives and capital requirements. 20 Table of C ontents Property Portfolio Our multifamily property portfolio is summarized as follows: December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 Number of Homes Properties Number of Homes Properties Operating Properties Houston, Texas 9,154 26 9,154 26 Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas 6,224 15 6,224 15 Washington, D.C.
The decrease was primarily due to our consolidating the Funds on April 1, 2022, and no longer incurring any related fee and asset management expenses. General and administrative expenses increased approximately $1.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to 2021.
The decrease was primarily due to our consolidating the Funds on April 1, 2022, and no longer having any related fee and asset management expenses. General and administrative expenses increased approximately $2.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
Same Store Analysis Same store property NOI increased approximately $96.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to the same period in 2021.
Same Store Analysis Same store property NOI increased approximately $33.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to the same period in 2022.
When aggregated with previous 2022 dividends, this distribution to common shareholders and holders of the common operating partnership units equates to an annual dividend rate of $3.76 per share or unit for the year ended December 31, 2022.
When aggregated with previous 2023 dividends, this distribution to common shareholders and holders of the common operating partnership units equates to an annual dividend rate of $4.00 per share or unit for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Fee and asset management income from property management, asset management, construction, and development activities at our joint ventures and our third-party construction projects decreased approximately $5.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to 2021.
Fee and asset management income from property management, asset management, construction, and development activities at our joint ventures and our third-party construction projects decreased approximately $1.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
Cash Flows The following is a discussion of our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021. Net cash from operating activities was approximately $744.7 million during the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to approximately $577.5 million during the year ended December 31, 2021.
Cash Flows The following is a discussion of our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022. Net cash from operating activities was approximately $795.0 million during the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to approximately $744.7 million during the year ended December 31, 2022.
The increase was also due to an increase of property general and administrative expense of $4.2 million, a portion of which was due to centralizing our workforce to manage certain responsibilities for all of our communities, partially offset by a decrease in salaries of $3.5 million.
The increase was also due to higher property general and administrative expenses of $3.4 million, a portion of which was due to centralizing our workforce to manage certain responsibilities for all of our communities during 2022, and was partially offset by a decrease in salaries expense of $0.5 million.
Our deferred compensation plans recognized a benefit of approximately $19.6 million in 2022 and incurred an expense of approximately $14.4 million in 2021.
Our deferred compensation plans incurred an expense of approximately $15.4 million in 2023 and recognized a benefit of approximately $19.6 million in 2022.
As of December 31, 2022, we owned interests in, operated, or were developing 178 multifamily properties comprised of 60,652 apartment homes across the United States as detailed in the Property Portfolio table below. In addition, we own other land holdings which we may develop into multifamily apartment communities in the future.
As of December 31, 2023, we owned interests in, operated, or were developing 176 multifamily properties comprised of 59,800 apartment homes across the United States as detailed in the Property Portfolio table below. In addition, we own other land holdings which we may develop into multifamily apartment communities in the future.
In December 2022, we announced our Board of Trust Managers had declared a quarterly dividend of $0.94 per common share to our common shareholders of record as of December 16, 2022. This dividend was subsequently paid on January 17, 2023, and we paid equivalent amounts per unit to holders of common operating partnership units.
In December 2023, we announced our Board of Trust Managers had declared a quarterly dividend of $1.00 per common share to our common shareholders of record as of December 15, 2023. This dividend was subsequently paid on January 17, 2024, and we paid equivalent amounts per unit to holders of common operating partnership units.
Business Environment and Current Outlook Our results for the year ended December 31, 2022, reflect an increase in same store revenues of approximately 11.2% as compared to the same period in 2021.
Business Environment and Current Outlook Our results for the year ended December 31, 2023, reflect an increase in same store revenues of approximately 5.1% as compared to the same period in 2022.
Our deferred compensation plans incurred a loss of approximately $19.6 million in 2022 and recognized income of approximately $14.4 million in 2021.
Our deferred compensation plans recognized income of approximately $15.4 million in 2023 and incurred a loss of approximately $19.6 million in 2022.
Excluding deferred compensation plans, general and administrative expenses were 4.2% and 5.1% of total revenues for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Interest expense increased approximately $16.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to 2021.
Excluding deferred compensation plans, general and administrative expenses were 4.0% and 4.2% of total revenues for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Interest expense increased approximately $20.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
Management believes same store information is useful as it allows both management and investors to determine financial results over a particular period for the same set of communities. Development and lease-up communities are non-stabilized communities we have developed since January 1, 2021, excluding properties held for sale. Hurricane expenses include storm-related damages related to Hurricane Ian in September 2022.
Management believes same store information is useful as it allows both management and investors to determine financial results over a particular period for the same set of communities. Development and lease-up communities are non-stabilized communities we have developed since January 1, 2022, excluding properties held for sale.
The proceeds from any sale of our common shares under the 2022 ATM program are intended to be used for general corporate purposes, which may include reducing future borrowings under our unsecured credit facility, the repayment of other indebtedness, the redemption or other repurchase of outstanding debt or equity securities, funding for development activities, and financing for acquisitions.
We intend to use the proceeds from any sale of our common shares under the 2023 ATM program for general corporate purposes, which may include reducing future borrowings under our unsecured revolving credit facility, the repayment of other indebtedness, the redemption or other repurchase of outstanding debt or equity securities, funding for development activities, and financing for acquisitions.
Properties Under Development Our consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2022 included approximately $525.0 million related to properties under development and land. Of this amount, approximately $287.0 million related to our projects currently under construction. In addition, we had approximately $238.0 million primarily invested in land held for future development related to projects we currently expect to begin construction.
Properties Under Development Our consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2023 included approximately $486.9 million related to properties under development and land. Of this amount, approximately $214.0 million related to our projects currently under construction. In addition, we had approximately $272.9 million primarily invested in land held for future development related to projects we currently expect to begin construction.
Dispositions/other includes those communities disposed of or held for sale which are not classified as discontinued operations, non-multifamily rental properties, expenses related to land holdings not under active development, and other miscellaneous revenues and expenses.
Dispositions/other includes those communities disposed of or held for sale which are not classified as discontinued operations, non-multifamily rental properties, expenses related to land holdings not under active development, and other miscellaneous revenues and expenses, including net below market leases, casualty-related expenses net of recoveries, and severance related costs.
In the first quarter of 2023, the Company's Board of Trust Managers declared a first quarter dividend of $1.00 per common share to our common shareholders of record as of March 31, 2023.
In the first quarter of 2024, the Company's Board of Trust Managers declared a first quarter dividend of $1.03 per common share to our common shareholders of record as of March 29, 2024.
While our issuance of letters of credit does not increase our borrowings outstanding under our revolving credit facility, it does reduce the amount available. At December 31, 2022, we had outstanding letters of credit totaling $14.2 million, approximately $1.1 billion available under our unsecured revolving credit facility, and approximately $300 million outstanding on our term loan.
While our issuance of letters of credit does not increase our borrowings outstanding under our revolving credit facility, it does reduce the amount available. At December 31, 2023, we had outstanding letters of credit totaling $27.7 million, and approximately $1.2 billion available under our unsecured revolving credit facility.
The increase was due to an increase of approximately $115.1 million in same store property revenues, partially offset by an increase of approximately $18.9 million in same store property expenses, for the year ended December 31, 2022, as compared to the same period in 2021.
The increase was due to an increase of approximately $60.3 million in same store property revenues, partially offset by an increase of approximately $27.1 million in same store property expenses, for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022.
The increase during the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to the same period in 2021 was primarily due to a $474.1 million gain recognized as a result of the remeasurement of our previously held 31.3% ownership interest in two unconsolidated investment funds (collectively, the "Funds") upon our acquiring the remaining ownership interests in these Funds on April 1, 2022, and an increase in property operations.
The decrease during the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to the same period in 2022 was primarily due to a $474.1 million gain recognized in 2022 as a result of the remeasurement of our previously held 31.3% ownership interest in two unconsolidated Funds (collectively, "the Funds" or "the acquisition of the Funds") upon our acquiring the remaining ownership interests on April 1, 2022.
The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (“NAREIT”) currently defines FFO as net income (computed in accordance with GAAP), excluding gains (or losses) associated with the sale of previously depreciated operating properties, real estate depreciation and amortization, impairments of depreciable assets, and adjustments for unconsolidated joint ventures to reflect FFO on the same basis.
The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts ("NAREIT") currently defines FFO as net income (computed in accordance with GAAP), excluding depreciation and amortization related to real estate, gains (or losses) from the sale of certain real estate assets (depreciable real estate), impairments of certain real estate assets (depreciable real estate), gains (or losses) from change in control, and adjustments for unconsolidated joint ventures to reflect FFO on the same basis.
Although we believe these expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions, future events rarely develop exactly as forecasted and estimates routinely require adjustment. 22 Table of Contents Geographic Diversification At December 31, 2022 and 2021, our real estate assets by various markets, excluding depreciation and investments in joint ventures, were as follows: ($ in thousands) 2022 2021 Houston, Texas $ 1,878,221 14.5 % $ 1,121,502 10.7 % Washington, D.C.
Although we believe these expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions, future events rarely develop exactly as forecasted and estimates routinely require adjustment. 23 Table of C ontents Geographic Diversification At December 31, 2023 and 2022, our real estate assets by various markets, excluding depreciation, were as follows: ($ in thousands) 2023 2022 Houston, Texas $ 1,960,825 14.9 % $ 1,878,221 14.5 % Washington, D.C.
Interest and other income increased approximately $1.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, as compared to 2021. The increase was primarily due to an earn-out received in 2022 related to a technology joint venture sold in September 2020.
Interest and other income decreased approximately $2.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to 2022. The decrease was primarily due to a higher earn-out received in 2022 as compared to 2023 related to a technology joint venture sold in September 2020.
Fee and asset management expense from property management, asset management, construction, and development activities at our joint ventures and our third-party projects decreased approximately $2.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to 2021.
Property management expenses were 2.2% and 2.0% of total property revenues for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Fee and asset management expense from property management, asset management, construction, and development activities at our joint ventures and our third-party projects decreased approximately $0.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
At December 31, 2022, we had the following communities undergoing development activities: ($ in millions) Properties and Locations Projected Homes Total Estimated Cost (1) Cost to Date Camden Blakeney 349 $ 120.0 $ 21.7 Charlotte, NC Camden South Charlotte 420 135.0 24.8 Charlotte, NC Camden Nations 393 175.0 33.3 Nashville, TN Camden Baker 435 165.0 29.5 Denver, CO Camden Highland Village II 300 100.0 9.7 Houston, TX Camden Gulch 480 260.0 43.8 Nashville, TN Camden Paces III 350 100.0 20.6 Atlanta, GA Camden Arts District 354 150.0 41.1 Los Angeles, CA Camden Downtown II 271 145.0 13.5 Houston, TX Total 3,352 $ 1,350.0 $ 238.0 (1) Represents our estimate of total costs we expect to incur on these projects.
At December 31, 2023, we had the following communities undergoing development activities: ($ in millions) Properties and Locations Projected Homes Total Estimated Cost (1) Cost to Date Camden South Charlotte 420 $ 153.0 $ 32.9 Charlotte, NC Camden Blakeney 349 145.0 26.0 Charlotte, NC Camden Baker 435 165.0 33.1 Denver, CO Camden Nations 393 175.0 39.0 Nashville, TN Camden Gulch 480 260.0 49.1 Nashville, TN Camden Paces III 350 100.0 22.5 Atlanta, GA Camden Highland Village II 300 100.0 10.4 Houston, TX Camden Arts District 354 150.0 45.5 Los Angeles, CA Camden Downtown II 271 145.0 14.4 Houston, TX 3,352 $ 1,393.0 $ 272.9 (1) Represents our estimate of total costs we expect to incur on these projects.
Approximately 83.9% and 100% of our properties were unencumbered at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Our weighted average maturity of debt was approximately 6.4 years at December 31, 2022.
Approximately 89.8% and 83.9% of our properties were unencumbered at December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Our weighted average maturity of debt was approximately 5.6 years at December 31, 2023.
Construction Activity At December 31, 2022, we had a total of six projects under construction to be comprised of 1,950 apartment homes. Initial occupancies of these six projects are currently scheduled to occur within the next 18 months. We estimate the additional cost to complete the construction of the six projects to be approximately $306.7 million.
Construction Activity At December 31, 2023, we had a total of four projects under construction to be comprised of 1,166 apartment homes. Initial occupancies of these four projects are currently scheduled to occur within the next nine months. We estimate the additional cost to complete the construction of the four projects to be approximately $137.6 million.
The property development and capital improvements during 2022 and 2021, included the following: December 31, (in millions) 2022 2021 Expenditures for new development, including land $ 253.0 $ 265.4 Capital expenditures 108.8 87.0 Reposition expenditures 53.0 47.6 Capitalized interest, real estate taxes, and other capitalized indirect costs 34.6 28.7 Total $ 449.4 $ 428.7 Net cash from financing activities totaled approximately $109.9 million during the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to approximately $421.4 million during the year ended December 31, 2021.
The property development and capital improvements during 2023 and 2022, included the following: December 31, (in millions) 2023 2022 Expenditures for new development, including land $ 179.3 $ 253.0 Capital expenditures 107.1 108.8 Reposition expenditures 88.2 53.0 Capitalized interest, real estate taxes, and other capitalized indirect costs 36.3 34.6 Total $ 410.9 $ 449.4 Net cash used in financing activities totaled approximately $417.2 million during the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to net cash from financing activities of approximately $109.9 million during the year ended December 31, 2022.
The increase was due to higher property NOI from non-same store communities of approximately $113.6 million and higher property NOI from development and lease-up communities of approximately $1.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, as compared to the same period in 2021.
The increase was comprised of an increase from non-same store communities of approximately $40.0 million and an increase from development and lease-up communities of approximately $2.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022.
Additionally, we expect to incur costs between approximately $85 million and $105 million related to the start of new development activities, between approximately $93 million and $97 million of repositions, redevelopment, repurposes, and revenue enhancing expenditures and between approximately $96 million and $100 million of additional recurring capital expenditures during 2023.
Additionally, we expect to incur costs between approximately $40 million and $60 million related to the start of new development activities, between approximately $90 million and $94 million of repositions, redevelopment, repurposes, and revenue enhancing expenditures and between approximately $101 million and $105 million of additional recurring capital expenditures during 2024.
Cash outflows during 2021 primarily related to the acquisition of four operating properties for approximately $630.0 million, and amounts paid for property development and capital improvements of approximately $428.7 million. These outflows were partially offset by net proceeds from the sale of three operating properties of approximately $254.7 million.
Cash outflows during 2023 primarily related to amounts paid for property development and capital improvements of approximately $410.9 million. These outflows were partially offset by net proceeds from the sale of two operating properties of approximately $290.7 million.
The increase was primarily due to the increase in cash from property operations due to our acquiring the remaining interests in the Funds, and the growth attributable to our same store, non-same store and development and lease-up communities.
The increase was primarily due to the increase in cash from non-same store property operations due to the acquisition of the Funds on April 1, 2022, and the growth attributable to our same store, other non-same store and development and lease-up communities.
Non-same Store and Development and Lease-up Analysis Property NOI from non-same store and development and lease-up communities increased $114.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, as compared to the same period in 2021.
Non-same Store and Development and Lease-up Analysis Property NOI from non-same store (which includes acquisitions, non-same store stabilized properties, and other) and development and lease-up communities increased $42.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022.
However, if market conditions deteriorate or if changes in our development strategy significantly affect any key assumptions used in our fair value estimates, we may need to take material charges in future periods for impairments related to existing assets. Any such material non-cash charges could have an adverse effect on our consolidated financial position and results of operations.
However, if market conditions deteriorate or if changes in our development strategy significantly affect any key assumptions used in our fair value estimates, we may need to take material charges in future periods for impairments related to existing assets.
Funds from Operations (“FFO”) and Adjusted FFO ("AFFO") Management considers FFO and AFFO to be appropriate supplementary measures of the financial performance of an equity REIT.
The increase was primarily due to higher state income and franchise taxes. Funds from Operations ("FFO"), Core FFO, and Core Adjusted FFO ("Core AFFO") Management considers FFO, Core FFO, and Core AFFO to be appropriate supplementary measures of the financial performance of an equity REIT.
Property management expenses, which primarily represent regional supervision and accounting costs related to property operations, increased approximately $2.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022 as compared to 2021.
Property management expenses, which primarily represent regional supervision and accounting costs related to property operations, increased approximately $5.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022. The increase was primarily related to higher salary, benefits, and incentive compensation costs and higher travel related costs.
The $18.9 million increase in same store property expenses for the year ended December 31, 2022, as compared to the same period in 2021, was primarily due to higher real estate taxes of $5.8 million as a result of increased property valuations, higher repairs and maintenance expenses of $5.0 million, higher property insurance of $4.4 million, and higher utilities and other property expenses of $3.0 million.
The $27.1 million increase in same store property expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022, was primarily due to higher insurance expense of approximately $9.7 million primarily due to increased premiums and claims; repairs and maintenance expense of $4.8 million; real estate taxes of $4.6 million due to increased tax rates and property valuations; utilities expense of $3.4 million; and, marketing and leasing expenses of $1.7 million.
The increase was also due to higher income from our utility and other rebilling programs of $5.1 million and higher fees and other income of $1.8 million.
The increase was also due to an increase of approximately $3.3 million related to income from our utility rebilling and ancillary income programs, and an increase of approximately $0.5 million in fees and other income.
Metro 1,619,826 12.5 1,522,337 14.6 Dallas, Texas 1,076,941 8.3 699,052 6.7 Atlanta, Georgia 1,012,209 7.8 888,521 8.5 Phoenix, Arizona 872,695 6.8 817,450 7.8 Los Angeles/Orange County, California 810,109 6.3 792,872 7.6 Orlando, Florida 761,013 5.9 665,242 6.4 Southeast Florida 740,263 5.7 704,679 6.8 Tampa, Florida 711,552 5.5 557,875 5.3 Austin, Texas 691,830 5.4 363,181 3.5 Charlotte, North Carolina 690,767 5.4 493,337 4.7 Raleigh, North Carolina 618,157 4.8 457,687 4.4 Denver, Colorado 611,147 4.7 599,414 5.7 San Diego/Inland Empire, California 463,825 3.6 451,023 4.3 Nashville, Tennessee 357,318 2.8 314,895 3.0 Total $ 12,915,873 100.0 % $ 10,449,067 100.0 % Results of Operations Changes in revenues and expenses related to our operating properties from period to period are due primarily to the performance of stabilized properties in the portfolio, the lease-up of newly constructed properties, acquisitions, and dispositions.
Metro 1,633,201 12.4 1,619,826 12.5 Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas 1,117,909 8.5 1,076,941 8.3 Atlanta, Georgia 1,036,351 7.9 1,012,209 7.8 Phoenix, Arizona 899,802 6.8 872,695 6.8 Orlando, Florida 775,393 5.9 761,013 5.9 Southeast Florida 757,434 5.7 740,263 5.7 Charlotte, North Carolina 731,254 5.5 690,767 5.4 Tampa/St.Petersburg, Florida 723,695 5.5 711,552 5.5 Austin, Texas 705,347 5.3 691,830 5.4 Raleigh, North Carolina 699,142 5.3 618,157 4.8 Los Angeles/Orange County, California 687,949 5.2 810,109 6.3 Denver, Colorado 620,916 4.7 611,147 4.7 San Diego/Inland Empire, California 472,464 3.6 463,825 3.6 Nashville, Tennessee 370,445 2.8 357,318 2.8 Total $ 13,192,127 100.0 % $ 12,915,873 100.0 % Results of Operations Changes in revenues and expenses related to our operating properties from period-to-period are due primarily to the performance of stabilized properties in the portfolio, the lease-up of newly-constructed properties, acquisitions, and dispositions.
Interest payments related to the debt discussed above and as further discussed in Note 9 will be approximately $111.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 and for the years ending 2024 through 2027 will be approximately $92.3 million, $80.3 million, $68.5 million and $67.8 million, respectively, and approximately $310.6 million in the aggregate thereafter.
Interest payments related to the debt discussed above and as further discussed in Note 9 will be approximately $123.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 and for the years ending 2025 through 2028 will be approximately $115.2 million, $110.6 million, $86.0 million, and $82.5 million, respectively, and approximately $346.5 million in the aggregate thereafter.
The $115.1 million increase in same store property revenues for the year ended December 31, 2022, as compared to the same period in 2021, was primarily due to an increase of approximately $108.2 million in rental revenues comprised of a 12.4% increase in average rental rates and higher other rental income, partially offset by a decrease in reletting income, net of uncollectible revenue.
The $60.3 million increase in same store property revenues for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022, was primarily due to an increase of approximately $56.5 million in rental revenues comprised of a 6.6% increase in average rental rates and higher other rental income.
The increase in interest expense was primarily related to our assuming approximately $515 million of secured mortgage debt upon completion of the acquisition of the remaining ownership interests in the Funds on April 1, 2022 with average interest rates of approximately 4.7% as of December 31, 2022.
The increase in 2023 was also due to an increase in interest expense related to our assuming approximately $515 million of secured mortgage debt upon completion of the acquisition of the Funds on April 1, 2022.
The increase in property NOI from our non-same store communities was primarily due to our acquiring the remaining ownership interests in the Funds on April 1, 2022, and the acquisition of four operating properties during 2021. The increases were also due to three operating properties reaching stabilization during each of the years ended December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2022.
The increase in property NOI from our non-same store communities was primarily due to our acquisition of the Funds on April 1, 2022, and the stabilization of three operating properties in 2022 and two operating properties in 2023.
At December 31, 2022, we had six properties in various stages of construction as follows: ($ in millions) Properties and Locations Number of Homes Estimated Cost Cost Incurred Included in Properties Under Development Estimated Date of Construction Completion Estimated Date of Stabilization Communities Under Construction Camden Tempe II (1) Tempe, AZ 397 $ 115.0 $ 101.3 $ 34.1 3Q23 1Q25 Camden NoDa Charlotte, NC 387 108.0 95.6 95.5 4Q23 1Q25 Camden Durham Durham, NC 420 145.0 82.6 82.6 2Q24 4Q25 Camden Village District Raleigh, NC 369 138.0 41.0 41.0 2Q25 4Q26 Camden Woodmill Creek The Woodlands, TX 189 75.0 19.2 19.2 3Q24 4Q24 Camden Long Meadow Farms Richmond, TX 188 80.0 14.6 14.6 3Q24 4Q24 Total 1,950 $ 661.0 $ 354.3 $ 287.0 (1) Property in lease-up and was 50% leased at January 30, 2023. 21 Table of Contents Development Pipeline Communities .
At December 31, 2023, we had four properties in various stages of construction as follows: ($ in millions) Properties and Locations Number of Homes Estimated Cost Cost Incurred Included in Properties Under Development Estimated Date of Construction Completion Estimated Date of Stabilization Communities Under Construction Camden Durham (1) 420 $ 145.0 $ 126.8 $ 79.3 2Q24 4Q25 Durham, NC Camden Woodmill Creek (2) 189 75.0 64.5 25.6 3Q24 2Q25 The Woodlands, TX Camden Village District 369 138.0 68.4 68.4 2Q25 4Q26 Raleigh, NC Camden Long Meadow Farms 188 80.0 40.7 40.7 3Q24 2Q25 Richmond, TX Total 1,166 $ 438.0 $ 300.4 $ 214.0 (1) Property in lease-up and was 17% leased at January 31, 2024.
We estimate the additional cost to complete the construction of the six consolidated projects to be approximately $306.7 million. Of this amount, we expect to incur costs between approximately $190 million and $200 million during 2023 and to incur the remaining costs during 2024.
We estimate the additional cost to complete the construction of the four projects to be approximately $137.6 million. Of this amount, we expect to incur costs between approximately $120 million and $130 million during 2024 and to incur the 32 Table of C ontents remaining costs during 2025.
The following table details the changes, described above, relating to non-same store and development and lease-up NOI: For the year ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 compared to 2021 Property Revenues Revenues from acquisitions $ 155.9 Revenues from non-same store stabilized properties 21.6 Revenues from development and lease-up properties 2.2 Other 4.7 $ 184.4 Property Expenses Expenses from acquisitions $ 58.6 Expenses from non-same store stabilized properties 9.5 Expenses from development and lease-up properties 0.9 Other 0.6 $ 69.6 25 Table of Contents For the year ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 compared to 2021 Property NOI NOI from acquisitions $ 97.3 NOI from non-same store stabilized properties 12.1 NOI from development and lease-up properties 1.3 Other 4.1 $ 114.8 Hurricane Expenses Our communities impacted by Hurricane Ian in September 2022 incurred approximately $1.0 million of storm related expenses, with no related insurance recoveries for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The following table details the changes, described above, relating to non-same store and development and lease-up NOI: For the year ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 compared to 2022 Property Revenues Revenues from acquisitions $ 43.8 Revenues from non-same store stabilized properties 17.4 Revenues from development and lease-up properties 3.9 Other 2.7 $ 67.8 Property Expenses Expenses from acquisitions $ 16.7 Expenses from non-same store stabilized properties 5.1 Expenses from development and lease-up properties 1.3 Other 2.1 $ 25.2 26 Table of C ontents For the year ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 compared to 2022 Property NOI NOI from acquisitions $ 27.1 NOI from non-same store stabilized properties 12.3 NOI from development and lease-up properties 2.6 Other 0.6 $ 42.6 Dispositions/Other Property Analysis Dispositions/other property NOI decreased approximately $7.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to the same period in 2022.
Our definition of recurring capital expenditures may differ from other REITs, and there can be no assurance our basis for computing this measure is comparable to other REITs.
Our definition of Core FFO may differ from other REITs, and there can be no assurance our basis for computing this measure is comparable to other REITs. Core AFFO is calculated utilizing Core FFO less recurring capitalized expenditures which are necessary to help preserve the value of and maintain the functionality at our communities.
The interest rates on our unsecured revolving credit facility and delayed term loan are based upon SOFR plus a margin which is subject to change as our credit ratings change. Advances under our revolving credit facility may be priced at the scheduled rates, or we may enter into bid rate loans with participating banks at rates below the scheduled rates.
Advances under our unsecured revolving credit facility may be priced at the scheduled rates, or we may enter into bid rate loans with participating banks at rates below the scheduled rates.
At December 31, 2022, we had approximately 106.5 million common shares outstanding, net of treasury shares and shares held in our deferred compensation arrangements, and no preferred shares outstanding.
Our Amended and Restated Declaration of Trust provides we may issue up to 185 million shares of beneficial interest, consisting of 175 million common shares and 10 million preferred shares. At December 31, 2023, we had approximately 106.8 million common shares outstanding, net of treasury shares and shares held in our deferred compensation arrangements, and no preferred shares outstanding.
The changes were related to the performance of the investments held in deferred compensation plans for participants and were directly offset by the expense/(benefit) related to these plans, as discussed below. 26 Table of Contents Other Expenses Year Ended December 31, Change ($ in thousands) 2022 2021 $ % Property management $ 28,601 $ 26,339 $ 2,262 8.6 % Fee and asset management 2,516 4,511 (1,995) (44.2) General and administrative 60,413 59,368 1,045 1.8 Interest 113,424 97,297 16,127 16.6 Depreciation and amortization 577,020 420,692 156,328 37.2 Expense/(benefit) on deferred compensation plans (19,637) 14,369 (34,006) * Total other expenses $ 762,337 $ 622,576 $ 139,761 22.4 % *Not a meaningful percentage.
The changes were related to the performance of the investments held in deferred compensation plans for participants and were directly offset by the expense/(benefit) related to these plans, as discussed below. 27 Table of C ontents Other Expenses Year Ended December 31, Change ($ in thousands) 2023 2022 $ % Property management $ 33,706 $ 28,601 $ 5,105 17.8 % Fee and asset management 1,717 2,516 (799) (31.8) General and administrative 62,506 60,413 2,093 3.5 Interest 133,395 113,424 19,971 17.6 Depreciation and amortization 574,813 577,020 (2,207) (0.4) Expense/(benefit) on deferred compensation plans 15,398 (19,637) 35,035 * Total other expenses $ 821,535 $ 762,337 $ 59,198 7.8 % *Not a meaningful percentage.
The changes were related to the performance of the investments held in deferred compensation plans for participants and were directly offset by the income/(loss) related to these plans, as discussed in the Non-Property Income section above. 27 Table of Contents Other Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands) 2022 2021 $ Gain on sale of operating properties, including land $ 36,372 $ 174,384 $ (138,012) Gain on acquisition of unconsolidated joint venture interests 474,146 — 474,146 Equity in income of joint ventures 3,048 9,777 (6,729) Income tax expense (2,966) (1,893) (1,073) The $36.4 million gain on sale for the year ended December 31, 2022 was due to the disposition of one operating property located in Largo, Maryland during the first quarter of 2022.
The changes were related to the performance of the investments held in deferred compensation plans for participants and were directly offset by the income/(loss) related to these plans, as discussed in the Non-Property Income section above. 28 Table of C ontents Other Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands) 2023 2022 $ Loss on early retirement of debt $ (2,513) $ — $ (2,513) Gain on sale of operating properties, including land 225,416 36,372 189,044 Gain on acquisition of unconsolidated joint venture interests — 474,146 (474,146) Equity in income of joint ventures — 3,048 (3,048) Income tax expense (3,650) (2,966) (684) The $2.5 million loss on early retirement of debt during the year ended December 31, 2023 was due to the early repayment of our $185.2 million secured variable rate notes due in 2024 and 2026, and consisted of approximately $1.7 million of prepayment penalties and fees and approximately $0.8 million of unamortized fair value adjustments.
See further discussion of our 2022 operations as compared to 2021 in "Results of Operations," below. The increase was partially offset by recognizing a higher gain on sale of two operating properties in 2021 of $174.4 million as compared to a $36.4 million gain on sale of one operating property in 2022.
The decrease was partially offset by recognizing a higher gain on sale of two operating properties during the year ended December 31, 2023 of approximately $225.3 million as compared to a gain on sale of one operating property during the year ended December 31, 2022 of approximately $36.4 million.