Brixmor Property Group Inc

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Brixmor Property Group Inc. and subsidiaries (collectively, "BPG") is an internally-managed corporation that has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust ("REIT"). Brixmor Operating Partnership LP and subsidiaries (collectively, the "Operating Partnership") is the entity through which BPG conducts substantially all of its operations and owns substantially all of its assets. BPG owns 100% of the limited liability company interests of BPG Subsidiary LLC ("BPG Sub"), which, in turn, is the sole member of Brixmor OP GP LLC (the "General Partner"), the sole general partner of the Operating Partnership. Unless stated otherwise or the context otherwise requires, “we,” “our,” and “us” mean BPG and the Operating Partnership, collectively. We own and operate one of the largest publicly-traded open-air retail portfolios by gross leasable area ("GLA") in the United States ("U.S."), comprised primarily of community and neighborhood shopping centers. As of December 31, 2023, our portfolio was comprised of 362 shopping centers (the "Portfolio") totaling approximately 64 million square feet of GLA. Our high-quality national Portfolio is primarily located within established trade areas in the top 50 Core-Based Statistical Areas in the U.S., and our shopping centers are primarily anchored by non-discretionary and value-oriented retailers, as well as consumer-oriented service providers. As of December 31, 2023, our three largest tenants by annualized base rent ("ABR") were The TJX Companies, Inc. ("TJX"), The Kroger Co. ("Kroger"), and Burlington Stores, Inc. ("Burlington"). BPG has been organized and operated in conformity with the requirements for qualification and taxation as a REIT under U.S. federal income tax laws commencing with our taxable year ended December 31, 2011, has maintained such requirements through our taxable year ended December 31, 2023, and intends to satisfy such requirements for subsequent taxable years.

Current wording

Brixmor Property Group Inc. and subsidiaries (collectively, "BPG") is an internally-managed corporation that has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust ("REIT"). Brixmor Operating Partnership LP and subsidiaries (collectively, the "Operating Partnership") is the entity through which BPG conducts substantially all of its operations and owns substantially all of its assets. BPG owns 100% of the limited liability company interests of BPG Subsidiary LLC ("BPG Sub"), which, in turn, is the sole member of Brixmor OP GP LLC (the "General Partner"), the sole general partner of the Operating Partnership. Unless stated otherwise or the context otherwise requires, "we," "our," and "us" mean BPG and the Operating Partnership, collectively. We own and operate one of the largest publicly traded open-air retail portfolios by gross leasable area ("GLA") in the United States ("U.S."), comprised primarily of community and neighborhood shopping centers. As of December 31, 2024, our portfolio was comprised of 363 shopping centers (the "Portfolio") totaling approximately 64 million square feet of GLA. Our high-quality national Portfolio is primarily located within established trade areas in the top 50 Core-Based Statistical Areas in the U.S., and our shopping centers are primarily anchored by non-discretionary and value-oriented retailers, as well as consumer-oriented service providers. As of December 31, 2024, our three largest tenants by annualized base rent ("ABR") were The TJX Companies, Inc. ("TJX"), The Kroger Co. ("Kroger"), and Burlington Stores, Inc. ("Burlington"). BPG has been organized and operated in conformity with the requirements for qualification and taxation as a REIT under U.S. federal income tax laws commencing with our taxable year ended December 31, 2011, has maintained such requirements through our taxable year ended December 31, 2024, and intends to satisfy such requirements for subsequent taxable years.

Previous wording

Our primary objective is to maximize total returns to our stockholders through consistent, sustainable growth in cash flow. Our key strategies to achieve this objective include proactively managing our Portfolio to drive internal growth, pursuing value-enhancing reinvestment opportunities, and prudently executing on acquisition and disposition activity, while also maintaining a flexible capital structure positioned for growth. In addition, as we execute on our key strategies, we do so guided by our purpose-driven Corporate Responsibility strategy.

Current wording

Our primary objective is to maximize total returns to our stockholders through consistent, sustainable growth in cash flow. Our key strategies to achieve this objective include proactively managing our Portfolio to drive internal growth, pursuing value-enhancing reinvestment opportunities, and prudently executing on acquisition and disposition activity, while also maintaining a flexible capital structure positioned for growth. In addition, as we execute on our key strategies, we do so guided by our Corporate Responsibility strategy.

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•Fully-Integrated Operating Platform – We manage a fully-integrated operating platform, leveraging our national scope and demonstrating our commitment to operating with a strong regional and local presence. We provide our tenants with dedicated service through both our national accounts leasing team based in New York and our network of four regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Philadelphia and San Diego, as well as our 12 leasing and property management satellite offices throughout the country. We believe that this structure enables us to obtain critical national market intelligence, while also benefiting from the regional and local expertise of our leasing and operations teams.

Current wording

•Fully-Integrated Operating Platform – We manage a fully-integrated operating platform, leveraging our national scope and demonstrating our commitment to operating with a strong regional and local presence. We provide our tenants with dedicated service through both our national accounts leasing team based in New York and our network of three regional offices in Atlanta, Philadelphia and San Diego, as well as our 11 leasing and property management satellite offices throughout the country. We believe that this structure enables us to obtain critical national market intelligence, while also benefiting from the regional and local expertise of our leasing and operations teams.

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As of December 31, 2023, billed and leased occupancy were 90.6% and 94.7%, respectively, compared to 90.2% and 93.8%, respectively, as of December 31, 2022.

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As of December 31, 2024, billed and leased occupancy were 91.4% and 95.2%, respectively, compared to 90.6% and 94.7%, respectively, as of December 31, 2023.

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•During the year ended December 31, 2022, we acquired seven shopping centers, one outparcel, and one land parcel and paid less than $0.1 million related to previously acquired assets for an aggregate purchase price of $409.7 million, including transaction costs and closing credits.

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•During the year ended December 31, 2024, we acquired seven shopping centers and two land parcels for an aggregate purchase price of $293.8 million, including transaction costs and closing credits.

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•During the year ended December 31, 2023, we disposed of 11 shopping centers and nine partial shopping centers for aggregate net proceeds of $182.0 million, resulting in aggregate gain of $65.3 million and aggregate impairment of $6.1 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2023, we disposed of a non-operating asset and resolved contingencies related to a previously disposed asset for aggregate net proceeds of $0.3 million, resulting in aggregate net gain of $0.1 million.

Current wording

•During the year ended December 31, 2023, we disposed of 11 shopping centers and nine partial shopping centers for aggregate net proceeds of $182.0 million, resulting in aggregate gain of $65.3 million and aggregate impairment of $6.1 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2023, we disposed of a non-operating asset and resolved contingencies related to previously disposed assets for aggregate net proceeds of $0.3 million, resulting in aggregate gain of $0.1 million.

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The increase in rental income for the year ended December 31, 2023 of $26.5 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2022, was due to a $40.3 million increase for assets owned for the full period, partially offset by a $13.8 million decrease due to net transaction activity. The increase for assets owned for the full period was due to (i) a $32.5 million increase in base rent; (ii) a $15.0 million increase in expense reimbursements; (iii) a $1.5 million increase in lease termination fees; (iv) a $0.4 million increase in percentage rents; (v) a $0.2 million increase in accretion of below-market leases, net of amortization of above-market leases and tenant inducements; and (vi) a $0.1 million increase in straight-line rental income, net; partially offset by (vii) a $9.2 million decrease in rental income associated with revenues deemed uncollectible; and (viii) a $0.2 million decrease in ancillary and other rental income. The $32.5 million increase in base rent for assets owned for the full period was primarily due to contractual rent increases, positive rent spreads for new and renewal leases and option exercises of 15.3% during the year ended December 31, 2023 and 12.7% during the year ended December 31, 2022, and an increase in weighted average billed occupancy. The $15.0 million increase in expense reimbursements was primarily attributable to increases in weighted average billed occupancy, reimbursable operating costs, and real estate taxes. The $9.2 million decrease in rental income associated with revenues deemed uncollectible was primarily attributable to reduced cash collections associated with amounts previously reserved.

Current wording

The increase in rental income for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $39.6 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023, was due to a $47.6 million increase for assets owned for the full period, partially offset by an $8.0 million decrease due to net transaction activity. The increase for assets owned for the full period was due to (i) a $38.8 million increase in base rent; (ii) a $7.2 million increase in straight-line rental income, net; (iii) a $7.1 million increase in expense reimbursements; (iv) a $0.5 million increase in percentage rents; and (v) a $0.3 million increase in ancillary and other rental income; partially offset by (vi) a $4.1 million decrease in rental income associated with revenues deemed uncollectible; (vii) a $1.2 million decrease in accretion of below-market leases, net of amortization of above-market leases and tenant inducements; and (viii) a $1.0 million decrease in lease termination fees. The $38.8 million increase in base rent for assets owned for the full period was primarily due to contractual rent increases, positive rent spreads for new and renewal leases and option exercises of 16.5% during the year ended December 31, 2024 and 15.3% during the year ended December 31, 2023, and an increase in weighted average billed occupancy.

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The increase in other revenues for the year ended December 31, 2023 of $0.5 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2022, was primarily due to an increase in tax increment financing income.

Current wording

The increase in other revenues for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $0.4 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023, was primarily due to an increase in tax increment financing income.

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The increase in operating costs for the year ended December 31, 2023 of $5.1 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2022, was due to a $7.2 million increase in operating costs for assets owned for the full period, primarily due to increases in repairs and maintenance, utilities, and insurance, partially offset by a $2.1 million decrease due to net transaction activity.

Current wording

The increase in operating costs for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $6.4 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023, was due to a $9.1 million increase in operating costs for assets owned for the full period, primarily due to an increase in repairs and maintenance and insurance, partially offset by a $2.7 million decrease due to net transaction activity.

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The increase in real estate taxes for the year ended December 31, 2023 of $3.1 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2022, was primarily due to a $2.5 million increase in real estate taxes due to net transaction activity, in addition to a $0.6 million increase in real estate taxes for assets owned for the full period, primarily due to an increase in current year assessments, partially offset by an increase in favorable adjustments related to prior year assessments and an increase in real estate tax refunds.

Current wording

The decrease in real estate taxes for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $9.2 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023, was due to a $6.8 million decrease in real estate taxes for assets owned for the full period, primarily due to an increase in favorable adjustments related to prior year assessments and a decrease in current year assessments, in addition to a $2.4 million decrease due to net transaction activity, partially offset by a decrease in real estate tax refunds.

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The increase in depreciation and amortization for the year ended December 31, 2023 of $17.5 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2022, was primarily due to a $20.5 million increase for assets owned for the full period, due to capital expenditures and an increase in accelerated depreciation and amortization related to tenant move-outs, partially offset by a $3.0 million decrease due to net transaction activity.

Current wording

The increase in depreciation and amortization for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $19.1 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023, was due to an $18.1 million increase for assets owned for the full period, primarily due to an increase in capital expenditures and an increase in accelerated depreciation and amortization related to tenant move-outs, in addition to a $1.0 million increase due to net transaction activity.

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During the year ended December 31, 2023, aggregate impairment of $17.8 million was recognized on two shopping centers and two partial shopping centers as a result of disposition activity, and one operating property. During the year ended December 31, 2022, aggregate impairment of $5.7 million was recognized on two shopping centers and one partial shopping center as a result of disposition activity.

Current wording

During the year ended December 31, 2024, aggregate impairment of $11.1 million was recognized on one partial shopping center and one land parcel as a result of disposition activity, and two operating properties. During the year ended December 31, 2023, aggregate impairment of $17.8 million was recognized on two shopping centers and two partial shopping centers as a result of disposition activity, and one operating property.

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During the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, construction compensation costs of $18.5 million and $17.5 million, respectively, were capitalized to building and improvements and leasing legal costs of $4.6 million and $4.1 million, respectively, and leasing commission costs of $7.9 million and $7.9 million, respectively, were capitalized to deferred charges and prepaid expenses, net.

Current wording

During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, construction compensation costs of $18.9 million and $18.5 million, respectively, were capitalized to building and improvements and leasing legal costs of $3.2 million and $4.6 million, respectively, and leasing commission costs of $7.6 million and $7.9 million, respectively, were capitalized to deferred charges and prepaid expenses, net.

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The increase in dividends and interest for the year ended December 31, 2023 of $0.4 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2022, was primarily due to an increase in interest income.

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The increase in dividends and interest for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $20.1 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023, was primarily due to an increase in interest income associated with higher cash and cash equivalent balances and a higher weighted average interest rate return.

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The decrease in interest expense for the year ended December 31, 2023 of $1.7 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2022, was primarily due to a lower overall debt obligations, partially offset by a higher weighted average interest rate. In addition, capitalized interest increased as a result of higher weighted average interest rates along with higher construction in process balances.

Current wording

The increase in interest expense for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $25.3 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023, was primarily due to higher overall debt obligations, in addition to a higher weighted average interest rate.

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During the year ended December 31, 2023, nine shopping centers and seven partial shopping centers were disposed of resulting in aggregate gain of $65.3 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2023, we disposed of a non-operating asset and resolved contingencies relating to a previously disposed asset, resulting in aggregate net gain of $0.1 million. During the year ended December 31, 2022, 14 shopping centers and nine partial shopping centers were disposed of resulting in aggregate gain of $109.2 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2022, we resolved contingencies related to previously disposed assets and had land at one shopping center seized through eminent domain, resulting in aggregate gain of $2.4 million.

Current wording

During the year ended December 31, 2024, six shopping centers, five partial shopping centers, and one land parcel were disposed of resulting in aggregate gain of $76.2 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2024, we received aggregate net proceeds of $1.9 million related to land at one shopping center previously seized through eminent domain and resolved contingencies relating to previously disposed assets, resulting in aggregate gain of $1.9 million. During the year ended December 31, 2023, nine shopping centers and seven partial shopping centers were disposed of resulting in aggregate gain of $65.3 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2023, we disposed of a non-operating asset and resolved contingencies relating to a previously disposed asset, resulting in aggregate gain of $0.1 million.

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Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt, net

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Gain on extinguishment of debt, net

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During the year ended December 31, 2023, we repurchased $199.6 million of our outstanding 3.650% 2024 Notes pursuant to the Tender Offer, with $300.4 million aggregate principal amount of the 2024 Notes remaining outstanding. We funded the Tender Offer with proceeds from our $200.0 million delayed draw term loan. In connection with the Tender Offer, we recognized a $4.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt during the year ended December 31, 2023. During the year ended December 31, 2022, we amended and restated our Unsecured Credit Facility, which is comprised of the Revolving Facility and the Term Loan Facility, resulting in a $0.2 million loss on extinguishment of debt due to the acceleration of unamortized debt issuance costs.

Current wording

During the year ended December 31, 2024, we repurchased $67.7 million of the $700.0 million 2025 Notes then outstanding, resulting in a $0.6 million gain on extinguishment of debt. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we repurchased $199.6 million of the $500.0 million 2024 Notes then outstanding, resulting in a $4.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt.

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The decrease in other expense for the year ended December 31, 2023 of $1.2 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2022, was primarily due to a decrease in transaction costs.

Current wording

The increase in other expense for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $0.7 million, as compared to the corresponding period in 2023, was primarily due to an increase in transaction expenses, net.

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We believe our capital structure provides us with the financial flexibility and capacity to fund our current capital needs as well as future growth opportunities. We generate significant operating cash flow and have access to multiple forms of external capital, including secured property level debt, unsecured corporate level debt, preferred equity, and common equity, which will allow us to efficiently execute on our strategic and operational objectives. We have investment grade credit ratings from all three major credit rating agencies. As of December 31, 2023, we had $1.25 billion of available liquidity, including $1.23 billion under our Revolving Facility and $18.9 million of cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash. We intend to continue to enhance our financial and operational flexibility through periodic extensions of the duration of our debt.

Current wording

We believe our capital structure provides us with the financial flexibility and capacity to fund our current capital needs as well as future growth opportunities. We generate significant operating cash flow and have access to multiple forms of external capital, including secured property level debt, unsecured corporate level debt, preferred equity, and common equity, which will allow us to efficiently execute on our strategic and operational objectives. We have investment grade credit ratings from all three major credit rating agencies. As of December 31, 2024, we had $1.63 billion of available liquidity, including $1.25 billion available under our Revolving Facility and $378.7 million of cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash. We intend to continue to enhance our financial and operational flexibility through periodic extensions of the duration of our debt.

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During the year ended December 31, 2023, our net cash provided by operating activities increased $22.4 million, as compared to the corresponding period in 2022. The increase was primarily due to (i) an increase in same property net operating income; (ii) an increase from net working capital; (iii) an increase in lease termination fees; and (iv) a decrease in cash outflows for interest expense; partially offset by (v) a decrease in net operating income due to net transaction activity and other non-same property net operating income; and (vi) an increase in cash outflows for general and administrative expense.

Current wording

During the year ended December 31, 2024, our net cash provided by operating activities increased $35.9 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023. The increase was primarily due to (i) an increase in same property net operating income; and (ii) an increase in cash inflows for dividends and interest income; partially offset by (iii) a decrease in cash from net working capital; (iv) a decrease in net operating income due to net transaction activity and other non-same property net operating income; (v) an increase in cash outflows for interest expense; (vi) an increase in cash outflows for general and administrative expense; and (vi) a decrease in lease termination fees.

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During the year ended December 31, 2023, our net cash used in investing activities decreased $299.4 million, as compared to the corresponding period in 2022. The decrease was primarily due to (i) a decrease of $407.4 million in acquisitions of real estate assets and (ii) a decrease of $4.3 million in purchases of marketable securities, net of sales; partially offset by (iii) a decrease of $97.5 million in net proceeds from sales of real estate assets; and (iv) an increase of $14.8 million in improvements to and investments in real estate assets.

Current wording

During the year ended December 31, 2024, our net cash used in investing activities increased $273.9 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023. The increase was primarily due to (i) an increase of $291.5 million in acquisitions of real estate assets; (ii) an increase of $8.2 million in improvements to and investments in real estate assets; and (iii) an increase of $2.1 million in purchases of marketable securities, net of sales; partially offset by (iv) an increase of $27.9 million in net proceeds from sales of real estate assets.

Previous wording

During the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, we expended $345.2 million and $330.4 million, respectively, on improvements to and investments in real estate assets. Included in these amounts are insurance proceeds of $0.7 million and $7.7 million, respectively, which were received during the year ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.

Current wording

During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we expended $353.4 million and $345.2 million, respectively, on improvements to and investments in real estate assets. Included in these amounts are insurance proceeds of $4.8 million and $0.7 million, respectively, which were received during the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.

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Maintenance capital expenditures represent costs to fund major replacements and betterments to our properties. Leasing related capital expenditures represent tenant specific costs incurred to lease or renew space, including tenant improvements, tenant allowances, and external leasing commissions. In addition, we evaluate our Portfolio on an ongoing basis to identify value-enhancing reinvestment opportunities. Such initiatives are tenant driven and focus on upgrading our centers with strong, best-in-class retailers and enhancing the overall merchandise mix and tenant quality of our Portfolio. As of December 31, 2023, we had 45 in-process anchor space repositioning, redevelopment and outparcel development projects with an aggregate anticipated cost of $429.2 million, of which $197.2 million had been incurred as of December 31, 2023. In addition, we have identified a pipeline of future redevelopment projects aggregating approximately $900 million of potential capital investment, which we expect to execute over the coming years. We expect to fund these projects with cash and cash equivalents, net cash provided by operating activities, proceeds from sales of real estate assets, and/or proceeds from capital markets transactions.

Current wording

Maintenance capital expenditures represent costs to fund major replacements and betterments to our properties. Leasing related capital expenditures represent tenant specific costs incurred to lease or renew space, including tenant improvements, tenant allowances, and external leasing commissions. In addition, we evaluate our Portfolio on an ongoing basis to identify value-enhancing reinvestment opportunities. Such initiatives are tenant driven and focus on upgrading our centers with strong, best-in-class retailers. As of December 31, 2024, we had 36 in-process anchor space repositioning, redevelopment, and outparcel development projects with an aggregate anticipated cost of $389.6 million, of which $181.8 million had been incurred as of December 31, 2024. In addition, we have identified a pipeline of future reinvestment projects, which we expect to execute over the next several years. We expect to fund these projects with cash and cash equivalents, net cash provided by operating activities, proceeds from sales of real estate assets, and/or proceeds from capital markets transactions.

Previous wording

We continue to evaluate the market for acquisition opportunities and we may acquire shopping centers when we believe strategic opportunities exist, to further concentrate our Portfolio in attractive retail submarkets and optimize the quality and long-term growth rate of our asset base. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we acquired two land parcels for an aggregate purchase price of $2.3 million, including transaction costs and closing credits. During the year ended December 31, 2022, we acquired seven shopping centers, one outparcel, and one land parcel for an aggregate purchase price of $409.7 million, including transaction costs and closing credits.

Current wording

We continue to evaluate the market for acquisition opportunities and we may acquire individual shopping centers or portfolios of shopping centers when we believe strategic opportunities exist, to further concentrate our Portfolio in attractive retail submarkets and optimize the quality and long-term growth rate of our asset base. During the year ended December 31, 2024, we acquired seven shopping centers and two land parcels for an aggregate purchase price of $293.8 million, including transaction costs and closing credits. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we acquired two land parcels for an aggregate purchase price of $2.3 million, including transaction costs and closing credits.

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We may also dispose of properties when we believe value has been maximized, where there is downside risk, or where we have limited ability or desire to build critical mass in a particular submarket. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we disposed of 11 shopping centers and nine partial shopping centers for aggregate net proceeds of $182.0 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2023, we received aggregate net proceeds of $0.3 million related to a non-operating asset. During the year ended December 31, 2022, we disposed of 16 shopping centers and 10 partial shopping centers for aggregate net proceeds of $277.0 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2022, we resolved contingencies related to previously disposed assets and had land at one shopping center seized through eminent domain for aggregate net proceeds of $2.8 million.

Current wording

We may also dispose of properties when we believe value has been maximized, where there is downside risk, or where we have limited ability or desire to build critical mass in a particular submarket. During the year ended December 31, 2024, we disposed of six shopping centers, six partial shopping centers, and two land parcels for aggregate net proceeds of $208.2 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2024, we received aggregate net proceeds of $1.9 million related to land at one shopping center previously seized through eminent domain and resolved contingencies related to previously disposed assets. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we disposed of 11 shopping centers and nine partial shopping centers for aggregate net proceeds of $182.0 million. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2023, we received aggregate net proceeds of $0.3 million related to a non-operating asset.

Previous wording

Net cash used in financing activities is primarily impacted by the nature, timing, and magnitude of issuances and repurchases of debt and equity securities, as well as borrowings or principal payments associated with our outstanding indebtedness, including our Unsecured Credit Facility, and distributions made to our common stockholders.

Current wording

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities is primarily impacted by the nature, timing, and magnitude of issuances and repurchases of debt and equity securities, as well as borrowings or principal payments associated with our outstanding indebtedness, including our Unsecured Credit Facility, and distributions made to our common stockholders.

Previous wording

During the year ended December 31, 2023, our net cash used in financing activities increased $47.7 million, as compared to the corresponding period in 2022. The increase was primarily due to (i) a $53.1 million decrease in issuances of common stock; (ii) a $25.7 million increase in distributions to our common stockholders; and (iii) a $0.7 million increase in repurchases of common stock; partially offset by (iv) a $24.2 million decrease in debt borrowings, net of repayments; and (v) a $7.6 million decrease in deferred financing and debt extinguishment costs.

Current wording

During the year ended December 31, 2024, our net cash provided by (used in) financing activities increased $600.2 million, compared to the corresponding period in 2023. The increase was primarily due to (i) a $510.9 million increase in debt borrowings, net of repayments; (ii) a $114.7 million increase in issuances of common stock; and (iii) a $0.2 million increase in contributions from non-controlling interests; partially offset by (iv) a $15.9 million increase in distributions to our common stockholders; (v) a $6.9 million increase in deferred financing costs; and (vi) a $2.8 million increase in repurchases of common stock.

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Nareit FFO (defined hereafter) is a supplemental, non-GAAP performance measure utilized to evaluate the operating and financial performance of real estate companies. Nareit defines funds from operations ("FFO") as net income (loss), calculated in accordance with GAAP, excluding (i) depreciation and amortization related to real estate, (ii) gains and losses from the sale of certain real estate assets, (iii) gains and losses from change in control, (iv) impairment write-downs of certain real estate assets and investments in entities when the impairment is directly attributable to decreases in the value of depreciable real estate held by the entity and (v) after adjustments for unconsolidated joint ventures calculated to reflect FFO on the same basis.

Current wording

Nareit FFO (defined hereafter) is a supplemental, non-GAAP performance measure utilized to evaluate the operating and financial performance of real estate companies. Nareit defines funds from operations ("FFO") as net income (calculated in accordance with GAAP) excluding (i) depreciation and amortization related to real estate, (ii) gains and losses from the sale of certain real estate assets, (iii) gains and losses from change in control, (iv) impairment write-downs of certain real estate assets and investments in entities when the impairment is directly attributable to decreases in the value of depreciable real estate held by the entity and (v) after adjustments for unconsolidated joint ventures calculated to reflect FFO on the same basis.

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Our reconciliation of net income to Nareit FFO for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 is as follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):

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Our reconciliation of net income (calculated in accordance with GAAP) to Nareit FFO for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 is as follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):

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The following table provides a reconciliation of net income to same property NOI for the periods presented (in thousands):

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The following table provides a reconciliation of net income (calculated in accordance with GAAP) to same property NOI for the periods presented (in thousands):

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Prior to 2021, inflation was low and had a minimal impact on our operating and financial performance; however, inflation has significantly increased over the last three years and may continue to be elevated or increase further. With respect to our shopping centers, our long-term leases generally contain provisions designed to mitigate the adverse impact of inflation, including contractual rent escalations and requirements for tenants to pay a portion of property operating expenses, including common area expenses, utilities, insurance, and real estate taxes, and certain capital expenditures related to the maintenance of our properties, thereby reducing our exposure to increases in property operating expenses resulting from inflation; however, we have exposure to increases in certain non-reimbursable property operating expenses, including expenses incurred on vacant units. We believe that many of our existing rental rates are below current market rates for comparable space and that upon renewal or re-leasing, such rates may be increased to be consistent with, or closer to, current market rates, which may also offset certain non-reimbursed inflationary cost pressures. With respect to our outstanding indebtedness, we periodically evaluate our exposure to interest rate fluctuations, and have and may continue to enter into interest rate protection agreements that mitigate, but do not eliminate, the impact of changes in interest rates on our variable rate loans. With respect to general and administrative costs, we continually seek opportunities to offset inflationary cost pressures through routine evaluations of our spending levels and through ongoing efforts to utilize technology to enhance our operational efficiency.

Current wording

We continue to monitor the impacts of inflation on our operating and financial performance. Although recent inflationary pressures have begun to abate, inflation may increase in the future. With respect to our shopping centers, our long-term leases generally contain provisions designed to mitigate the adverse impact of inflation, including contractual rent escalations and requirements for tenants to pay a portion of property operating expenses, including common area expenses, utilities, insurance, and real estate taxes, and certain capital expenditures related to the maintenance of our properties, thereby reducing our exposure to increases in property operating expenses resulting from inflation; however, we have exposure to increases in certain non-reimbursable property operating expenses, including expenses incurred on vacant units. We believe that many of our existing rental rates are below current market rates for comparable space and that upon renewal or re-leasing, such rates may be increased to be consistent with, or closer to, current market rates, which may also offset certain non-reimbursed inflationary expense pressures. With respect to our outstanding indebtedness, we periodically evaluate our exposure to interest rate fluctuations, and have and may continue to enter into interest rate protection agreements that mitigate, but do not eliminate, the impact of changes in interest rates on our variable rate loans. With respect to general and administrative costs, we continually seek opportunities to offset inflationary cost pressures through routine evaluations of our spending levels and through ongoing efforts to utilize technology to enhance our operational efficiency.