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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)
ýQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarter ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017
OR
oTRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from [                    ] to [                    ]
Commission file number 1-9876
Weingarten Realty Investors
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
TEXAS74-1464203
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
  
2600 Citadel Plaza Drive 
P.O. Box 924133 
Houston, Texas77292-4133
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
 (713) 866-6000 
 (Registrant's telephone number)
 
 
(Former name, former address and former fiscal
year, if changed since last report)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. YESý NOo
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).     YESý NO¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company or an emerging growth company. See definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” andfiler,” “smaller reporting company”company,” and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
        Large accelerated filer ý
Accelerated filer ¨
        Non-accelerated filer ¨
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)
Smaller reporting company ¨
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)
Emerging growth company ¨
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).     YESý¨ NO¨ý
As of November 4, 2016July 28, 2017, there were 128,065,243128,418,167 common shares of beneficial interest of Weingarten Realty Investors, $.03 par value, outstanding.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I. Financial Information:Page Number
    
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PART II. Other Information: 
    
 Item 1.
    
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PART I-FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. Financial Statements
WEINGARTEN REALTY INVESTORS
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 2015 2016 20152017 2016 2017 2016
Revenues:              
Rentals, net$136,435
 $128,254
 $397,758
 $375,222
$142,963
 $132,814
 $283,781
 $261,323
Other2,164
 2,533
 8,934
 7,968
3,060
 2,862
 5,905
 6,770
Total138,599
 130,787
 406,692
 383,190
146,023
 135,676
 289,686
 268,093
Expenses:              
Depreciation and amortization42,064
 36,327
 119,161
 108,929
42,157
 39,218
 84,606
 77,097
Operating24,760
 24,291
 72,959
 69,076
26,221
 24,663
 56,131
 48,199
Real estate taxes, net17,067
 15,770
 50,145
 45,895
21,632
 17,221
 39,149
 33,078
Impairment loss
 
 43
 153
26
 
 15,012
 43
General and administrative7,187
 6,188
 20,073
 20,021
6,514
 6,388
 14,030
 12,886
Total91,078
 82,576
 262,381
 244,074
96,550
 87,490
 208,928
 171,303
Operating Income47,521
 48,211
 144,311
 139,116
49,473
 48,186
 80,758
 96,790
Interest Expense, net(21,843) (20,607) (61,292) (67,357)(20,473) (18,558) (41,555) (39,449)
Interest and Other Income (Expense), net1,268
 (888) 1,840
 2,252
Interest and Other Income1,286
 361
 3,040
 572
Gain on Sale and Acquisition of Real Estate Joint Venture and
Partnership Interests
9,015
 
 46,407
 879

 
 
 37,392
(Provision) Benefit for Income Taxes(747) (16) 2,612
 (5,915)
Equity in Earnings of Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net4,373
 5,096
 15,111
 13,680
7,430
 6,645
 12,747
 10,738
(Provision) Benefit for Income Taxes(1,105) 144
 (7,020) (291)
Income from Continuing Operations39,229
 31,956
 139,357
 88,279
36,969
 36,618
 57,602
 100,128
Gain on Sale of Property22,108
 13,232
 68,298
 43,917
32,224
 1,033
 47,987
 46,190
Net Income61,337
 45,188
 207,655
 132,196
69,193
 37,651
 105,589
 146,318
Less: Net Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests(9,436) (1,787) (12,864) (5,119)(5,341) (1,835) (10,911) (3,428)
Net Income Adjusted for Noncontrolling Interests51,901
 43,401
 194,791
 127,077
Dividends on Preferred Shares
 
 
 (3,830)
Redemption Costs of Preferred Shares
 
 
 (9,687)
Net Income Attributable to Common Shareholders$51,901
 $43,401
 $194,791
 $113,560
$63,852
 $35,816
 $94,678
 $142,890
Earnings Per Common Share - Basic:              
Net income attributable to common shareholders$.41
 $.35
 $1.55
 $.92
$.50
 $.28
 $.74
 $1.15
Earnings Per Common Share - Diluted:              
Net income attributable to common shareholders$.40
 $.35
 $1.53
 $.91
$.49
 $.28
 $.74
 $1.13
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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WEINGARTEN REALTY INVESTORS
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Unaudited)
(In thousands)
Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 2015 2016 20152017 2016 2017 2016
Net Income$61,337
 $45,188
 $207,655
 $132,196
$69,193
 $37,651
 $105,589
 $146,318
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss):              
Net unrealized gain (loss) on investments, net of taxes197
 (396) 295
 (320)
Realized (loss) gain on derivatives(2,084) 
 (2,084) 5,007
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivatives3,556
 (3,423) (5,015) (3,042)
Amortization of derivatives and designated hedges462
 (28) 1,193
 681
Net unrealized gain on investments, net of taxes158
 80
 456
 98
Net unrealized loss on derivatives(495) (4,140) (106) (8,571)
Reclassification adjustment of derivatives and designated hedges into net income25
 360
 164
 731
Retirement liability adjustment251
 361
 1,004
 1,081
369
 376
 746
 753
Total2,382
 (3,486) (4,607) 3,407
57
 (3,324) 1,260
 (6,989)
Comprehensive Income63,719
 41,702
 203,048
 135,603
69,250
 34,327
 106,849
 139,329
Comprehensive Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests(9,436) (1,787) (12,864) (5,119)(5,341) (1,835) (10,911) (3,428)
Comprehensive Income Adjusted for Noncontrolling Interests$54,283
 $39,915
 $190,184
 $130,484
$63,909
 $32,492
 $95,938
 $135,901
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.


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WEINGARTEN REALTY INVESTORS
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
ASSETS      
Property$4,725,715
 $4,262,959
$4,723,900
 $4,789,145
Accumulated Depreciation(1,164,852) (1,087,642)(1,201,236) (1,184,546)
Property Held for Sale, net4,826
 34,363
18,529
 479
Property, net *3,565,689
 3,209,680
3,541,193
 3,605,078
Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net *293,186
 267,041
Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net313,674
 289,192
Total3,858,875
 3,476,721
3,854,867
 3,894,270
Unamortized Lease Costs, net212,992
 137,609
194,322
 208,063
Accrued Rent and Accounts Receivable (net of allowance for doubtful
accounts of $6,823 in 2016 and $6,072 in 2015) *
86,623
 84,782
Accrued Rent and Accounts Receivable (net of allowance for doubtful
accounts of $6,863 in 2017 and $6,700 in 2016) *
90,328
 94,466
Cash and Cash Equivalents *9,766
 22,168
6,657
 16,257
Restricted Deposits and Mortgage Escrows18,027
 3,074
5,965
 25,022
Other, net196,505
 177,591
194,618
 188,850
Total Assets$4,382,788
 $3,901,945
$4,346,757
 $4,426,928
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY      
Debt, net *$2,320,847
 $2,113,277
$2,291,474
 $2,356,528
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses126,056
 112,205
104,393
 116,859
Other, net194,040
 131,453
190,785
 191,887
Total Liabilities2,640,943
 2,356,935
2,586,652
 2,665,274
Commitments and Contingencies
 

 
Deferred Compensation Share Awards47,334
 

 44,758
Equity:      
Shareholders’ Equity:      
Common Shares of Beneficial Interest - par value, $.03 per share;
shares authorized: 275,000; shares issued and outstanding:
128,066 in 2016 and 123,951 in 2015
3,885
 3,744
Common Shares of Beneficial Interest - par value, $.03 per share;
shares authorized: 275,000; shares issued and outstanding:
128,418 in 2017 and 128,072 in 2016
3,896
 3,885
Additional Paid-In Capital1,719,526
 1,616,242
1,770,415
 1,718,101
Net Income Less Than Accumulated Dividends(178,809) (222,880)(182,432) (177,647)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss(12,251) (7,644)(7,901) (9,161)
Total Shareholders’ Equity1,532,351
 1,389,462
1,583,978
 1,535,178
Noncontrolling Interests162,160
 155,548
176,127
 181,718
Total Equity1,694,511
 1,545,010
1,760,105
 1,716,896
Total Liabilities and Equity$4,382,788
 $3,901,945
$4,346,757
 $4,426,928
* Consolidated variable interest entities' assets and debt included in the above balances (see Note 15):
Property, net$485,458
 $240,689
$212,692
 $476,117
Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net17,107
 18,278
Accrued Rent and Accounts Receivable, net9,704
 9,245
10,022
 11,066
Cash and Cash Equivalents9,944
 13,250
6,951
 9,560
Debt, net47,319
 47,919
46,689
 47,112
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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WEINGARTEN REALTY INVESTORS
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
(In thousands)
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 20152017 2016
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:      
Net Income$207,655
 $132,196
$105,589
 $146,318
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation and amortization119,161
 108,929
84,606
 77,097
Amortization of debt deferred costs and intangibles, net1,953
 1,974
1,421
 1,305
Impairment loss43
 153
15,012
 43
Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships, net(15,111) (13,680)(12,747) (10,738)
Gain on sale and acquisition of real estate joint venture and partnership interests(46,407) (879)
 (37,392)
Gain on sale of property(68,298) (43,917)(47,987) (46,190)
Distributions of income from real estate joint ventures and partnerships868
 2,834
667
 591
Changes in accrued rent and accounts receivable, net(5,869) (7,746)2,838
 2,555
Changes in unamortized lease costs and other assets, net(12,852) (11,794)(12,241) (10,159)
Changes in accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities, net12,207
 6,946
(7,126) 863
Other, net669
 10,717
2,906
 (567)
Net cash provided by operating activities194,019
 185,733
132,938
 123,726
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:      
Acquisition of real estate and land(438,286) (187,069)(570) (92,071)
Development and capital improvements(78,675) (59,791)(72,908) (53,441)
Proceeds from sale of property and real estate equity investments185,651
 74,487
109,167
 108,782
Change in restricted deposits and mortgage escrows(14,653) 69,396
19,211
 (5,348)
Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Investments(49,877) (30,053)(27,875) (42,025)
Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Distribution of capital41,749
 28,003
12,467
 34,224
Purchase of investments(4,740) 
(3,491) (3,247)
Proceeds from investments1,250
 1,000
4,000
 750
Other, net566
 (325)(791) 2,518
Net cash used in investing activities(357,015) (104,352)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities39,210
 (49,858)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:      
Proceeds from issuance of debt249,999
 448,083

 2,111
Principal payments of debt(67,848) (223,930)(21,308) (58,275)
Changes in unsecured credit facilities(19,500) (67,500)(44,440) (51,500)
Proceeds from issuance of common shares of beneficial interest, net137,487
 42,420
985
 127,965
Redemption of preferred shares of beneficial interest
 (150,000)
Common and preferred dividends paid(138,354) (131,866)
Common share dividends paid(98,844) (91,675)
Debt issuance and extinguishment costs paid(5,230) (9,779)(341) (3,114)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests(6,252) (4,541)(15,799) (3,493)
Contributions from noncontrolling interests
 1,318
Other, net292
 3,492
(2,001) (3,526)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities150,594
 (92,303)
Net cash used in financing activities(181,748) (81,507)
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents(12,402) (10,922)(9,600) (7,639)
Cash and cash equivalents at January 122,168
 23,189
16,257
 22,168
Cash and cash equivalents at September 30$9,766
 $12,267
Interest paid during the period (net of amount capitalized of $1,762 and $2,517, respectively)$60,379
 $59,333
Cash and cash equivalents at June 30$6,657
 $14,529
Interest paid during the period (net of amount capitalized of $1,903 and $1,137, respectively)$40,852
 $40,413
Income taxes paid during the period$930
 $1,534
$1,009
 $925
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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WEINGARTEN REALTY INVESTORS
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EQUITY
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share amounts)

Preferred
Shares of
Beneficial
Interest
 
Common
Shares of
Beneficial
Interest
 
Additional
Paid-In
Capital
 
Net Income
Less Than
Accumulated
Dividends
 
Accumulated 
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
 
Noncontrolling
Interests
 Total
Common
Shares of
Beneficial
Interest
 
Additional
Paid-In
Capital
 
Net Income
Less Than
Accumulated
Dividends
 
Accumulated 
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
 
Noncontrolling
Interests
 Total
Balance, January 1, 2015$2
 $3,700
 $1,706,880
 $(212,960) $(12,436) $153,757
 $1,638,943
Net income      127,077
   5,119
 132,196
Redemption of preferred shares(2)   (140,311) (9,687)     (150,000)
Issuance of common shares, net  34
 40,297
       40,331
Shares issued under benefit plans, net  10
 8,052
       8,062
Shares issued in exchange for noncontrolling interests    111
     (111) 
Dividends paid – common shares (1)      (127,993)     (127,993)
Dividends paid – preferred shares (2)      (3,873)     (3,873)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests          (4,541) (4,541)
Contributions from noncontrolling interests          1,318
 1,318
Other comprehensive income        3,407
   3,407
Other, net    279
 43
   (808) (486)
Balance, September 30, 2015$
 $3,744
 $1,615,308
 $(227,393) $(9,029) $154,734
 $1,537,364
Balance, January 1, 2016$
 $3,744
 $1,616,242
 $(222,880) $(7,644) $155,548
 $1,545,010
$3,744
 $1,616,242
 $(222,880) $(7,644) $155,548
 $1,545,010
Net income      194,791
   12,864
 207,655
    142,890
   3,428
 146,318
Issuance of common shares, net  105
 131,417
       131,522
99
 123,690
       123,789
Shares issued under benefit plans, net  36
 6,835
       6,871
35
 4,851
       4,886
Change in classification of deferred compensation plan    (38,787)       (38,787)
Change in classification of deferred compensation plan (see Note 1)  (37,488)     
 (37,488)
Change in redemption value of deferred compensation plan      (12,366)     (12,366)    (14,471)     (14,471)
Diversification of share awards within deferred compensation plan    3,819
       3,819
  3,819
       3,819
Dividends paid – common shares (1)      (138,354)     (138,354)    (91,675)     (91,675)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests          (6,252) (6,252)        (3,493) (3,493)
Other comprehensive loss        (4,607)   (4,607)      (6,989)   (6,989)
Balance, September 30, 2016$
 $3,885
 $1,719,526
 $(178,809) $(12,251) $162,160
 $1,694,511
Balance, June 30, 2016$3,878
 $1,711,114
 $(186,136) $(14,633) $155,483
 $1,669,706
Balance, January 1, 2017$3,885
 $1,718,101
 $(177,647) $(9,161) $181,718
 $1,716,896
Net income    94,678
   10,911
 105,589
Shares issued under benefit plans, net11
 7,165
       7,176
Change in classification of deferred compensation plan (see Note 1)  45,377
       45,377
Change in redemption value of deferred compensation plan    (619)     (619)
Dividends paid – common shares (1)    (98,844)     (98,844)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests        (15,799) (15,799)
Other comprehensive income      1,260
   1,260
Other, net  (228) 

   (703) (931)
Balance, June 30, 2017$3,896
 $1,770,415
 $(182,432) $(7,901) $176,127
 $1,760,105
_______________
(1)Common dividend per share was $1.10$.77 and $1.04$.73 for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and 2015,2016, respectively.
(2)Series F preferred dividend per share was $64.55 for the nine months ended September 30, 2015.

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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WEINGARTEN REALTY INVESTORS
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
Note 1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Business
Weingarten Realty Investors is a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) organized under the Texas Business Organizations Code. We currently operate, and intend to operate in the future, as a REIT.
We, and our predecessor entity, began the ownership and development of shopping centers and other commercial real estate in 1948. Our primary business is leasing space to tenants in the shopping centers we own or lease.own. We also provide property management services for which we charge fees to either joint ventures where we are partners or other outside owners.
We operate a portfolio of neighborhood and community shopping centers, totaling approximately 45.243.4 million square feet of gross leaseable area, that is either owned by us or others. We have a diversified tenant base, with our largest tenant comprising only 3.1%3.0% of base minimum rental revenuerevenues during the first ninesix months of 20162017. Total revenues generated by our centers located in Houston and its surrounding areas was 21.0%20.5% of total revenue for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, and an additional 9.7%8.9% of total revenue was generated during this period from centers that are located in other parts of Texas.
Basis of Presentation
Our condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of our subsidiaries, certain partially owned real estate joint ventures or partnerships and variable interest entities (“VIEs”) which meet the guidelines for consolidation. All intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated.
The condensed consolidated financial statements included in this report are unaudited; however, amounts presented in the condensed consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 20152016 are derived from our audited financial statements at that date. In our opinion, all adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of such financial statements have been included. Such adjustments consisted of normal recurring items. Interim results are not necessarily indicative of results for a full year.
The condensed consolidated financial statements and notes are presented as permitted by Form 10-Q and certain information included in our annual financial statements and notes thereto has been condensed or omitted. These condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with our audited consolidated financial statements and related notes for the year ended December 31, 20152016.
Our financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Such statements require management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from these estimates. We have evaluated subsequent events for recognition or disclosure in our condensed consolidated financial statements.
Restricted Deposits and Mortgage Escrows
Restricted deposits and mortgage escrows consist of escrow deposits held by lenders primarily for property taxes, insurance and replacement reserves and restricted cash that is held for a specific use or in a qualified escrow account for the purposes of completing like-kind exchange transactions.
Our restricted deposits and mortgage escrows consist of the following (in thousands):
September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
Restricted cash (1)
$16,340
 $1,952
$4,629
 $23,489
Mortgage escrows1,687
 1,122
1,336
 1,533
Total$18,027
 $3,074
$5,965
 $25,022
_______________
(1)The increasedecrease between the periods presented is primarily attributable to $13.6$21 million of funds being placed inreleased from a qualified escrow account for the purpose of completing like-kind exchange transactions.

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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
Changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss by component consists of the following (in thousands):
Gain
on
Investments
 
Gain
on
Cash Flow
Hedges
 
Defined
Benefit
Pension
Plan
 Total
Balance, December 31, 2016$(964) $(6,403) $16,528
 $9,161
Change excluding amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss(456) 106
   (350)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

 (164)
(1) 
(746)
(2) 
(910)
Net other comprehensive income(456) (58) (746) (1,260)
Balance, June 30, 2017$(1,420) $(6,461) $15,782
 $7,901
Gain
on
Investments
 
Gain
on
Cash Flow
Hedges
 
Defined
Benefit
Pension
Plan
 Total
Gain
on
Investments
 
Gain
on
Cash Flow
Hedges
 
Defined
Benefit
Pension
Plan
 Total
Balance, December 31, 2015$(557) $(8,160) $16,361
 $7,644
$(557) $(8,160) $16,361
 $7,644
Change excluding amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss(295) 7,099
   6,804
(98) 8,571
   8,473
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

 (1,193)
(1) 
(1,004)
(2) 
(2,197)

 (731)
(1) 
(753)
(2) 
(1,484)
Net other comprehensive (income) loss(295) 5,906
 (1,004) 4,607
(98) 7,840
 (753) 6,989
Balance, September 30, 2016$(852) $(2,254) $15,357
 $12,251
Gain
on
Investments
 
Gain
on
Cash Flow
Hedges
 
Defined
Benefit
Pension
Plan
 Total
Balance, December 31, 2014$(656) $(3,416) $16,508
 $12,436
Change excluding amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss320
 (1,965)   (1,645)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

 (681)
(1) 
(1,081)
(2) 
(1,762)
Net other comprehensive loss (income)320
 (2,646) (1,081) (3,407)
Balance, September 30, 2015$(336) $(6,062) $15,427
 $9,029
Balance, June 30, 2016$(655) $(320) $15,608
 $14,633
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(1)    This reclassification component is included in interest expense (see Note 6 for additional information).
(2)    This reclassification component is included in the computation of net periodic benefit cost (see Note 12 for additional information).
Deferred Compensation Plan
Our deferred compensation plan was amended, effective April 1, 2016, to permit participants in this plan to diversify their holdings of our common shares of beneficial interest ("common shares") six months after vesting. Thus, as of April 1, 2016, the fully vested share awards and the proportionate share of nonvested share awards eligible for diversification waswere reclassified from additional paid-in capital to temporary equity in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet. The outstandingIn February 2017, our deferred compensation plan was amended to provide that participants in the plan would no longer have the right to diversify their common shares six months after vesting. Thus, the fully vested share awards are adjusted to their redemption value each reporting period based uponand the market valueproportionate share of our common sharesnonvested share awards eligible for diversification at the end of such reporting period, and such change in valueamendment date were reclassified from the prior reporting period will be reported in net income less than accumulated dividendstemporary equity into additional paid-in capital in our Condensed Consolidated Statement of Equity. Balance Sheet.
The following table summarizes the eligible share award activity since inception through the effectiveFebruary 2017 plan amendment date through September 30, 2016 (in thousands):
Value of share awards resulting from: 
June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
Balance at beginning of the period/inception$44,758
 $36,261
Change in redemption value619
 8,600
Change in classification$38,787
988
 3,716
Change in redemption value12,366
Diversification of share awards(3,819)
 (3,819)
Balance at September 30, 2016$47,334
Amendment reclassification(46,365) 
Balance at end of period$
 $44,758

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Retrospective Application of Accounting Standard Update
The retrospective application of adopting Accounting Standard Update No. 2015-02, "Amendments2016-09, "Improvements to the Consolidation Analysis"Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting" on prior years' condensed consolidated balance sheet and applicable notes to the consolidated financial statementsCondensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows was made to conform to the current year presentation. The impact of this change was on disclosures as described inpresentation (see Note 2.2 for additional information).

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Note 2. Newly Issued Accounting Pronouncements
Adopted
In May 2014,March 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2016-09, "Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting." This ASU was issued to simplify several aspects of share-based payment transactions, including: income tax consequences, classification of awards as equity or a liability, an option to recognize share compensation forfeitures as they occur and changes to classification within the statement of cash flows. The provisions of ASU No. 2016-09 were effective for us as of January 1, 2017. The adoption of this ASU resulted in a retrospective reclassification of $6.0 million in the condensed statement of cash flows for the six months ended June 30, 2016 from cash flows from operating activities in changes in accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities, net to cash flows from financing activities in other, net for shares used to pay employees' tax withholdings.
In October 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-17, "Interests Held through Related Parties That Are Under Common Control." This ASU amends the consolidation guidance on how a reporting entity that is a single decision maker of a VIE should treat indirect interests in the entity held through related parties that are under common control when determining whether it is the primary beneficiary of that VIE. The provisions of ASU No. 2016-17 were effective for us as of January 1, 2017 on a retrospective basis. We have adopted this update, and the adoption did not have any impact to our condensed consolidated financial statements.
In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-01, "Business Combinations." This ASU narrows the definition of a business and provides a framework for evaluating whether a transaction is an acquisition of a business or an asset. The amendment provides a screen to evaluate whether a transaction is a business and requires that when substantially all of the fair value of the acquired assets can be concentrated in a single asset or identifiable group of similar assets, then the assets acquired are not a business. If the screen is not met, then to be considered a business, the assets must have an input and a substantive process to create outputs. The provisions of ASU No. 2017-01 are effective for us as of January 1, 2018, and early adoption is permitted. We have adopted this ASU prospectively as of January 1, 2017. Under this guidance, we expect most acquisitions of property to be accounted for as an asset acquisition. Additionally, certain acquisition costs that were previously expensed may be capitalized. For the six months ended June 30, 2016 and for the year ended December 31, 2016, we incurred acquisition costs of $.2 million and $1.4 million, respectively.
Not Yet Adopted
In May 2014 , the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, "Revenue from Contracts with Customers." This ASU's core objective is for an entity to recognize revenue based on the consideration it expects to receive in exchange for goods or services. Additionally, this ASU requires entities to use a single model in accounting for revenues derived from contracts with customers. ASU No. 2014-09 replaces prior guidance regarding the recognition of revenue from sales of real estate, except for revenue from sales that are part of a sale-leaseback transaction. The provisions of ASU No. 2014-09, as amended in subsequently issued amendments, are effective for us on January 1, 2018, and are required to be applied either on a retrospective or a modified retrospective approach.
We are currently assessingin the process of evaluating the impact if any, that the adoption of this ASU 2014-09 will have on our consolidated financial statements.
statements and related disclosures. In August 2014,identifying all of our revenue streams, the FASBmajority of our revenues result from leasing transactions which are not within the scope of the new standard and will be governed by the recently issued leasing guidance (see ASU No. 2014-15, "Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity's Ability2016-02 below). Excluding revenues related to Continue as a Going Concern." This ASU's core objective is that management should evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are issuedor are available to be issued. The provisions of ASU No. 2014-15 are effective for us as of December 31, 2016, and early adoption is permitted. We early adopted this update effective January 1, 2016, andleasing transactions, the adoption didof this standard may impact our other sources of revenue, which include management, leasing and other fee revenues from our unconsolidated and managed entities, as well as property dispositions.
As of June 2017, we completed the evaluation of fee revenues from our unconsolidated and managed entities. Based on our evaluation, we will continue to recognize these fees as we currently do with the exception of the timing of recognition related to leasing and lease preparation related fees. This exception will not have anya material impact to our consolidated financial statements.
In February 2015, However, we are still evaluating the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-02, "Amendments to the Consolidation Analysis." This ASU amends the consolidation analysis required under GAAP and requires management to reevaluate all previous consolidation conclusions. ASU No. 2015-02 considers limited partnerships as VIEs, unless the limited partners have either substantive kick-out or participating rights. The presumption that a general partner should consolidate a limited partnership has also been eliminated. The ASU amends the effect that fees paid to a decision maker or service provider have on the consolidation analysis, as well as amends how variable interests held by a reporting entity's related parties affect the consolidation conclusion. The ASU also clarifies how to determine whether equity holders as a group have power over an entity. The provisions of ASU No. 2015-02 were effective for us as of January 1, 2016. Upon adoptionimpact of this update, we have reported 10 additional entities as VIEs, since the limited partners in these entities do not have either substantive kick-out or participating rights. The adoption expandedon our VIE disclosures for these 10 entities, but had no impact to our condensed consolidated balance sheets or condensed consolidated statementsother sources of operations or cash flows as the consolidation statusrevenue.

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In September 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-16, "Simplifying the Accounting for Measurement-Period Adjustments." This ASU will allow measurement-period adjustments associated with business combinations recorded in the reporting period in which the adjustment amounts are determined, rather than retrospectively, as if the accounting for the business combination had been completed as of the acquisition date. The provisions of ASU No. 2015-16 were effective for us as of January 1, 2016. We have adopted this update, and the adoption did not have have any impact to our consolidated financial statements.
In January 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-01, "Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities." This ASU will require equity investments, excluding those investments accounted for under the equity method of accounting or those that result in consolidation of the investee, to be measured at fair value with the changes in fair value recognized in net income; will simplify the impairment assessment of those investments; will eliminate the disclosure of the method(s) and significant assumptions used to estimate the fair value for financial instruments measured at amortized cost and change the fair value calculation for those investments; will change the disclosure in other comprehensive income for financial liabilities that are measured at fair value in accordance with the fair value options for financial instruments; and will clarify that a deferred asset related to available-for-sale securities should be included in an entity's evaluation for a valuation allowance. The provisions of ASU No. 2016-01 are effective for us as of January 1, 2018. WeAlthough we are currentlystill assessing the impact if any, that theof this ASU's adoption, ofwe do not believe this ASU will have ona material impact to our consolidated financial statements.

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In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-02, "Leases." The ASU sets out the principles for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of leases for both lessees and lessors. The ASU requires lessees to adopt a right-of-use asset approach that will bring substantially all leases onto the balance sheet, with the exception of short-term leases. The subsequent accounting for this right-of-use asset will be based on a dual-model approach, under which the lease will be classified as either a finance or an operating lease. The lessor accounting model under this ASU is similar to current guidance, but certain underlying principles in the lessor model have been aligned with the new revenue recognition standard. The provisions of ASU No. 2016-02 are effective for us as of January 1, 2019, are required to be applied on a modified retrospective approach and early adoption is permitted.
We are currently assessingin the process of evaluating the impact to our 5,700 lessor leases and other lessee leases, if any, that the adoption of this ASU will have on our consolidated financial statements. We have currently identified some areas we believe may be impacted by this ASU. These include:
The bifurcation of lease arrangements in which contractual amounts due are on a gross basis and the amount under contract is not allocated between rental and expense reimbursements, such as real estate taxes and insurance. This process would be based on the underlying fair values of these items.
We have ground lease agreements in which we are the lessee for land underneath all or a portion of 15 centers and three administrative office leases that we account for as operating leases. We have one capital lease in which we are the lessee of two centers with a $21 million lease obligation. We will record any rights and obligations under these leases as an asset and liability at fair value in our consolidated balance sheets.
Determination of costs to be capitalized associated with leases. This ASU will limit the capitalization associated with certain costs, primarily certain internally-generated leasing and legal costs, of which we capitalized internal costs of $5.4 million and $5.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively. For the year ended December 31, 2016, we capitalized internal costs of $10.3 million. We believe we will be able to continue to capitalize internal leasing commissions that are a direct result of obtaining a lease.
In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, "Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments." This ASU amends prior guidance on the impairment of financial instruments, and adds an impairment model that is based on expected losses rather than incurred losses with the recognition of an allowance based on an estimate of expected credit losses. The provisions of ASU No. 2016-13 are effective for us as of January 1, 2020, and early adoption is permitted for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018. We are currently assessing the impact, if any, that the adoption of this ASU will have on our consolidated financial statements.
In August 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-15, "Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments." This ASU amends guidance to either add or clarify the classification of certain cash receipts and payments in the statement of cash flows. Eight specific issues were identified for further clarification and include: debt prepayment or extinguishment costs, settlement of zero-coupon debt instruments, contingent consideration payments made after a business combination, proceeds from the settlement of insurance claims, proceeds from the settlement of company-owned life insurance policies, distributions received from equity method investees, beneficial interests in securitization transactions and the classification of cash flows that have aspects of more than one class of cash flows. The provisions of ASU No. 2016-15 are effective for us as of January 1, 2018 on a retrospective basis, and early adoption is permitted. Although we are still assessing the impact of this ASU's adoption, we do not believe this ASU will have a material impact to our consolidated financial statements.

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In November 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-18, "Restricted Cash." This ASU amends prior guidance on restricted cash presentation and requires that restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents be included in the statement of cash flows. Changes in restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents that result from transfers between different cash categories should not be presented as cash flow activities in the statement of cash flows. The ASU also requires an entity to disclose information about the nature of restricted cash, as well as a reconciliation between the statement of financial position and the statement of cash flows when the statement of financial position has more than one line item for cash, cash equivalent, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalent. The provisions of ASU No. 2016-18 are effective for us as of January 1, 2018 on a retrospective basis, and early adoption is permitted. Although we are still assessing the impact of this ASU's adoption, we do not believe this ASU will have a material impact to our consolidated financial statements.
In February 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-05, "Clarifying the Scope of Asset Derecognition Guidance and Accounting for Partial Sales of Nonfinancial Assets." The ASU clarifies that a financial asset is within the scope of Subtopic 610-20 if it meets the definition, as amended, of an in substance nonfinancial asset. If substantially all of the fair value of assets that are promised to a counterparty in a contract is concentrated in nonfinancial assets, then all of the financial assets promised to the counterparty are in substance nonfinancial assets within the scope of Subtopic 610-20, including a parent transferring control of a nonfinancial asset through a transfer of ownership interests of a consolidated subsidiary. The provisions of ASU No. 2017-05 are effective for us as of January 1, 2018, and early adoption is permitted; however, it must be adopted at the same time ASU No. 2014-09 is adopted. We are currently assessing the impact, if any, that the adoption of this ASU will have on our consolidated financial statements.
In October 2016,March 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-17, "Interests Held through Related Parties That Are Under Common Control.2017-07, "Improving the Presentation of Net Periodic Pensions Cost and Net Periodic Postretirement Benefit Cost." ThisThe ASU amendsrequires the consolidation guidance on how a reporting entity that is a single decision makerservice cost component to be reported as compensation costs arising from services rendered by pertinent employees during the period. The other components of a VIE should treat indirect interestsnet benefit cost are required to be presented in the entity held through related parties that are under common controlincome statement separately from the service cost component and outside income from operations. Additionally, only the service cost component will be eligible for capitalization when determining whether it is the primary beneficiary of that VIE.applicable. The provisions of ASU No. 2016-172017-07 are effective for us as of January 1, 20172018 on a retrospective basis, and early adoption is permitted. We are currently assessing the impact, if any, that the adoption of this ASU will have on our consolidated financial statements.
In May 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-09, "Compensation - Stock Compensation: Scope of Modification Accounting." This ASU provides guidance about the types of changes to the terms or conditions of a share-based payment award which would require an entity to apply modification accounting. This ASU requires an entity to account for the effects of a modification in the terms or conditions of a share-based payment award, unless three criteria are met relating to the fair value, vesting conditions and classification of the modified awards. The provisions of ASU No. 2017-09 are effective for us as of January 1, 2018 on a prospective basis, and early adoption is permitted. Although we are still assessing the impact of this ASU's adoption, we do not believe this ASU will have a material impact to our consolidated financial statements.
Note 3. Property
Our property consists of the following (in thousands):
September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
Land$1,044,622
 $929,958
$1,109,163
 $1,107,072
Land held for development85,563
 95,524
72,009
 82,953
Land under development13,776
 17,367
48,780
 51,761
Buildings and improvements3,505,911
 3,152,215
3,411,373
 3,489,685
Construction in-progress75,843
 67,895
82,575
 57,674
Total$4,725,715
 $4,262,959
$4,723,900
 $4,789,145
During the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we sold sevensix centers and other property. Aggregate gross sales proceeds from these transactions approximated $181.6113.1 million and generated gains of approximately $68.348.0 million. Also, during the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016, we acquired three centers and other property with an aggregate gross purchase price of approximately $443.7 million, which included the consolidation of a property from the acquisition of a partner's 50% interest in an unconsolidated tenancy-in-common arrangement, and2017, we invested $19.6$33.5 million in new development projects. Also during 2016, property increased by $58.7 million as a resultprojects, which includes the purchase of the retail portion of a business combination (see Note 17 for additional information).mixed-use project in Seattle, Washington that was subject to a contractual obligation at December 31, 2016.

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At SeptemberJune 30, 2017, two centers, totaling $27.1 million before accumulated depreciation, were classified as held for sale. At December 31, 2016, one center, totaling $9.1$1.6 million before accumulated depreciation, was classified as held for sale. This center did not qualifyNone of these centers qualified to be reported in discontinued operations, and each has been sold subsequent to September 30, 2016.the end of the applicable reporting period.
Note 4. Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships
We own interests in real estate joint ventures or limited partnerships and have tenancy-in-common interests in which we exercise significant influence, but do not have financial and operating control. We account for these investments using the equity method, and our interests rangeranged for the periods presented from 20% to 90% during 2017 and from 20% to 75% for the periods presented.during 2016. Combined condensed financial information of these ventures (at 100%) is summarized as follows (in thousands):
September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
Combined Condensed Balance Sheets      
ASSETS      
Property$1,211,468
 $1,290,784
$1,229,280
 $1,196,770
Accumulated depreciation(255,352) (293,474)(274,208) (261,392)
Property, net956,116
 997,310
955,072
 935,378
Other assets, net109,647
 130,251
113,716
 114,554
Total Assets$1,065,763
 $1,127,561
$1,068,788
 $1,049,932
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY      
Debt, net (primarily mortgages payable)$314,251
 $345,186
$300,759
 $301,480
Amounts payable to Weingarten Realty Investors and Affiliates8,544
 12,285
11,432
 12,585
Other liabilities, net30,675
 29,509
23,856
 24,902
Total Liabilities353,470
 386,980
336,047
 338,967
Equity712,293
 740,581
732,741
 710,965
Total Liabilities and Equity$1,065,763
 $1,127,561
$1,068,788
 $1,049,932
Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 2015 2016 20152017 2016 2017 2016
Combined Condensed Statements of Operations              
Revenues, net$33,875
 $37,549
 $103,943
 $111,254
$36,061
 $34,146
 $70,799
 $70,068
Expenses:              
Depreciation and amortization9,079
 9,369
 29,065
 27,952
8,791
 10,605
 17,804
 19,986
Interest, net3,300
 4,199
 12,930
 12,851
3,110
 5,622
 6,077
 9,630
Operating5,922
 6,338
 19,883
 19,574
5,810
 6,358
 11,928
 13,961
Real estate taxes, net4,223
 4,678
 13,209
 13,935
5,451
 4,494
 9,719
 8,986
General and administrative233
 124
 688
 659
294
 312
 662
 455
Provision for income taxes42
 34
 70
 145
Provision (benefit) for income taxes40
 (31) 47
 28
Impairment loss
 
 1,303
 7,487

 
 
 1,303
Total22,799
 24,742
 77,148
 82,603
23,496
 27,360
 46,237
 54,349
Gain on sale of non-operating property
 
 373
 

 
 
 373
Gain on dispositions71
 
 12,662
 1,393
3,896
 12,591
 3,896
 12,591
Net income$11,147
 $12,807
 $39,830
 $30,044
$16,461
 $19,377
 $28,458
 $28,683

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Our investment in real estate joint ventures and partnerships, as reported in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, differs from our proportionate share of the entities' underlying net assets due to basis differences, which arose upon the transfer of assets to the joint ventures. The net positive basis differences, which totaled $2.62.5 million and $4.92.6 million at SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 20152016, respectively, are generally amortized over the useful lives of the related assets.
Our real estate joint ventures and partnerships have determined from time to time that the carrying amount of certain centers was not recoverable and that the centers should be written down to fair value. For the nine months ended September 30, 2016, our unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships recorded an impairment charge of $1.3 million associated with a center that had been marketed and sold during the period. For the nine months ended September 30, 2015, there was a $7.5 million impairment charge realized on various centers that were marketed and sold during the period. There was no impairment charge for both the threesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2017. For the six months ended June 30, 2016, there was a $1.3 million impairment charge associated with a center that was marketed and 2015.sold during the period.
Fees earned by us for the management of these real estate joint ventures and partnerships totaled $1.21.5 million and $1.1 million for the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and 20152016, respectively, and $3.5$3.0 million and $3.4$2.3 million for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and 20152016, respectively.
For the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016, four centers and2017, a land parcel wereventure sold with aggregateone center for gross sales proceeds of approximately $63.7$6.0 million, of which our share of the gain, included in equity earnings in real estate joint ventures and partnerships, totaled $3.4$2.0 million.
In June 2017, a venture acquired land with a gross purchase price of $23.5 million for a mixed-use development project, and we simultaneously increased our ownership interest to 90% (See Note 15 for additional information).
During 2016, ventures sold five centers and a land parcel for aggregate gross sales proceeds of approximately $78.7 million, of which our share of the gain, included in equity earnings in real estate joint ventures and partnerships, totaled $3.9 million. Additionally, a venture acquired one center with a gross purchase price of $73 million, was acquired, of which our aggregated interest aggregatedwas 69%.
In September 2016, we acquired our partner's 50% interest in an unconsolidated tenancy-in-common arrangement for approximately $13.5 million that we had previously accounted for under the equity method. This transaction resulted in the consolidation of the property in our consolidated financial statements. In October 2016, an unconsolidated joint venture distributed land to both us and our partner, totaling $4.4 million.
As of December 31, 2015, we held a combined 51% interest in an unconsolidated real estate joint venture that owned three centers in Colorado with total assets and debt of $43.7 million and $72.4 million, respectively. In February 2016, in exchange for our partners' aggregate 49% interest in this venture and $2.5 million in cash, we distributed one center to our partners. We have consolidated this venture as of the transaction date and re-measured our investment in this venture to its fair value (See Note 17 for additional information).
During 2015, we sold one center held in a 50% owned unconsolidated real estate joint venture for approximately $1.1 million, of which our share of the gain totaled $.6 million. Associated with this transaction, a gain of $.9 million on our investment of this real estate joint venture was realized. Additionally, we sold three centers and other property held in unconsolidated joint ventures for approximately $17.6 million, of which our share of the gain totaled $1.0 million. Also, a 51% owned unconsolidated real estate joint venture acquired real estate assets of approximately $54.1 million.value.
Note 5. Debt
Our debt consists of the following (in thousands):
September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
Debt payable, net to 2038 (1)
$2,100,012
 $1,872,942
$2,002,789
 $2,023,403
Unsecured notes payable under credit facilities130,000
 149,500
200,560
 245,000
Debt service guaranty liability69,835
 69,835
67,125
 67,125
Obligations under capital leases21,000
 21,000
21,000
 21,000
Total$2,320,847
 $2,113,277
$2,291,474
 $2,356,528
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(1)At SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, interest rates ranged from 1.7%2.6% to 8.6%7.9% at a weighted average rate of 4.0%. At December 31, 2015,2016, interest rates ranged from 1.0%1.7% to 8.6%7.9% at a weighted average rate of 4.3%4.0%.

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The allocation of total debt between fixed and variable-rate as well as between secured and unsecured is summarized below (in thousands):
September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
As to interest rate (including the effects of interest rate contracts):      
Fixed-rate debt$2,169,019
 $1,869,683
$2,069,295
 $2,089,769
Variable-rate debt151,828
 243,594
222,179
 266,759
Total$2,320,847
 $2,113,277
$2,291,474
 $2,356,528
As to collateralization:      
Unsecured debt$1,875,644
 $1,650,521
$1,869,984
 $1,913,399
Secured debt445,203
 462,756
421,490
 443,129
Total$2,320,847
 $2,113,277
$2,291,474
 $2,356,528
We maintain a $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility, which was amended and extended on March 30, 2016. This facility expires in March 2020, provides for two consecutive six-month extensions upon our request, and borrowing rates that float at a margin over LIBOR plus a facility fee. At SeptemberJune 30, 20162017, and December 31, 2016, the borrowing margin and facility fee, which are priced off a grid that is tied to our senior unsecured credit ratings, were 90 and 15 basis points, respectively. The facility also contains a competitive bid feature that allows us to request bids for up to $250 million. Additionally, an accordion feature allows us to increase the facility amount up to $850 million.
As of December 31, 2015,Additionally, we hadhave a $500$10 million unsecured revolving creditshort-term facility, that had borrowing rates that floated at a margin over LIBOR plus a facility fee. At December 31, 2015, the borrowing marginwhich was amended and facility fee, which were priced off a grid that was tied to our senior unsecured credit ratings, were 105 and 15 basis points, respectively. The facility also contained a competitive bid feature that allowed us to request bids for up to $250 million. Additionally, an accordion feature allowed us to increase the facility amount up to $700 million.
Effectiveextended on March 2015, we entered into an agreement with a bank for a short-term, unsecured facility totaling $20 million27, 2017, that we maintain for cash management purposes. We extended and amended this agreement to reduce the facility to $10 million on March 27, 2016. The facility,purposes, which matures in March 2018. At June 30, 2017 provides, the facility provided for fixed interest rate loans at a 30-day LIBOR rate plus a borrowing margin, facility fee and an unused facility fee of 125, 10, and 5 basis points, respectively. At December 31, 2016, the borrowing margin, facility fee and an unused facility fee was 125, 10, and 10 basis points, respectively.
The following table discloses certain information regarding our unsecured notes payable under our credit facilities (in thousands, except percentages):
 September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
Unsecured revolving credit facility:   
Balance outstanding$128,000
 $140,000
Available balance367,140
 355,190
Letters of credit outstanding under facility4,860
 4,810
Variable interest rate (excluding facility fee)1.4% 1.3%
Unsecured short-term facility:   
Balance outstanding$2,000
 $9,500
Variable interest rate (excluding facility fee)1.8% 1.7%
Both facilities:   
Maximum balance outstanding during the period$372,000
 $244,500
Weighted average balance133,738
 100,506
Year-to-date weighted average interest rate (excluding facility fee)1.4% 0.9%

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 June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
Unsecured revolving credit facility:   
Balance outstanding$200,000
 $245,000
Available balance294,386
 250,140
Letters of credit outstanding under facility5,614
 4,860
Variable interest rate (excluding facility fee)1.9% 1.5%
Unsecured short-term facility:   
Balance outstanding$560
 $
Variable interest rate (excluding facility fee)2.5% %
Both facilities:   
Maximum balance outstanding during the period$245,000
 $372,000
Weighted average balance189,875
 141,017
Year-to-date weighted average interest rate (excluding facility fee)1.7% 1.3%
Related to a development project in Sheridan, Colorado, we have provided a guaranty for the payment of any debt service shortfalls until a coverage rate of 1.4x is met on tax increment revenue bonds issued in connection with the project. The bonds are to be repaid with incremental sales and property taxes and a public improvement fee (“PIF”) to be assessed on current and future retail sales and, to the extent necessary, any amounts we may have to provide under a guaranty. The incremental taxes and PIF are to remain intact until the earlier of the date the bond liability has been paid in full or 2040. Therefore, a debt service guaranty liability equal to the fair value of the amounts funded under the bonds was recorded. As of both SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 2015,2016, we had $69.867.1 million outstanding for the debt service guaranty liability.

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In December 2016, we repaid $75 million of fixed-rate unsecured medium term notes upon maturity at a weighted average interest rate of 5.5%.
In August 2016, we issued $250 million of 3.25% senior unsecured notes maturing in 2026. The notes were issued at 99.16% of the principal amount with a yield to maturity of 3.35%. The net proceeds received of $246.3 million were used to reduce the amount outstanding under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility.
In July 2016, to provide additional liquidity, we entered into a credit agreement for a $200 million unsecured term loan facility, which would have matured in July 2017, subject to a one year extension at our option. The credit agreement provided for floating rates at a margin over LIBOR that were priced off a grid tied to our senior unsecured credit ratings. This agreement terminated in September 2016, as no funds were borrowed under this agreement.
In June 2016, we amended an existing $90 million secured note to extend the maturity to 2028 and reduce the interest rate from 7.5% to 4.5% per annum. In connection with this transaction, we have recorded a $2.0 million gain on extinguishment of debt that has been classified as net interest expense in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.
In May 2015, we issued $250 million of 3.85% senior unsecured notes maturing in 2025. The notes were issued at 99.23% of the principal amount with a yield to maturity of 3.94%. The net proceeds received of $246.5 million were used to reduce the amount outstanding under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility.
In March 2015, we entered into a $200 million unsecured term loan. We used the proceeds to pay down amounts outstanding under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility. The loan matures in March 2020, and we have the option to repay the loan without penalty at any time. Borrowing rates under the agreement float at a margin over LIBOR and are priced off a grid that is tied to our senior unsecured credit ratings, which is currently 97.5 basis points, but have been swapped to a fixed rate of 2.5%. Additionally, the loan contains an accordion feature which allows us to increase the loan amount up to an additional $100 million.
During 2015, we repaid $90 million of fixed-rate medium term notes upon maturity at a weighted average interest rate of 5.4%. Additionally, we amended an existing $66 million secured note to extend the maturity to 2025 and reduced the interest rate from 7.4% to 3.5% per annum. In connection with this transaction, we have recorded a $6.1 million loss on extinguishment of debt that has been classified as net interest expense in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.
Various leases and properties, and current and future rentals from those leases and properties, collateralize certain debt. At both SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 20152016, the carrying value of such assets aggregated $.7 billion and $.8 billion, respectively.billion.

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Scheduled principal payments on our debt (excluding $130.0200.6 million unsecured notes payable under our credit facilities, $21.0 million of certain capital leases, $(6.3)(5.8) million net premium/(discount) on debt, $(11.0)$(9.7) million of deferred debt costs, $5.3$4.6 million of non-cash debt-related items, and $69.8$67.1 million debt service guaranty liability) are due during the following years (in thousands): 
2016 remaining$76,939
201786,710
2017 remaining$40,401
201880,427
80,427
201956,245
56,245
2020237,779
237,779
202117,667
17,667
2022307,858
307,614
2023305,705
305,694
2024255,965
255,954
2025303,314
303,302
2026277,291
Thereafter383,329
131,310
Total$2,111,938
$2,013,684
Our various debt agreements contain restrictive covenants, including minimum interest and fixed charge coverage ratios, minimum unencumbered interest coverage ratios, minimum net worth requirements and maximum total debt levels. We are not aware of any non-compliance with our public debt and revolving credit facility covenants as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017.
Note 6. Derivatives and Hedging
The fair value of all our interest rate swap contracts was reported as follows (in thousands):
 Assets Liabilities
 
Balance Sheet
Location
 Amount 
Balance Sheet
Location
 Amount
Designated Hedges:       
September 30, 2016Other Assets, net $
 Other Liabilities, net $4,161
December 31, 2015Other Assets, net 2,664
 Other Liabilities, net 725
 Assets Liabilities
 
Balance Sheet
Location
 Amount 
Balance Sheet
Location
 Amount
Designated Hedges:       
June 30, 2017Other Assets, net $623
 Other Liabilities, net $
December 31, 2016Other Assets, net 126
 Other Liabilities, net 

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The gross presentation, the effects of offsetting for derivatives with the right to offset under master netting agreements and the net presentation of our interest rate swap contracts is as follows (in thousands):
       
Gross Amounts Not
Offset in Balance
Sheet
  
 
Gross
Amounts
Recognized
 
Gross
Amounts
Offset in
Balance
Sheet
 
Net
Amounts
Presented
in Balance
Sheet
 
Financial
Instruments
 
Cash
Collateral
Received
 Net Amount
September 30, 2016           
Liabilities$4,161
 $
 $4,161
 $
 $
 $4,161
            
December 31, 2015           
Assets2,664
 
 2,664
 (346) 
 2,318
Liabilities725
 
 725
 (346) 
 379

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Gross Amounts Not
Offset in Balance
Sheet
  
 
Gross
Amounts
Recognized
 
Gross
Amounts
Offset in
Balance
Sheet
 
Net
Amounts
Presented
in Balance
Sheet
 
Financial
Instruments
 
Cash
Collateral
Received
 Net Amount
June 30, 2017           
Assets$623
 $
 $623
 $
 $
 $623
            
December 31, 2016           
Assets126
 
 126
 
 
 126
Cash Flow Hedges
As of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 20152016, we had three interest rate swap contracts, maturing through March 2020, with an aggregate notional amount of $200 million that were designated as cash flow hedges and fix the LIBOR component of the interest rates at 1.5%. We have determined that these contracts are highly effective in offsetting future variable interest cash flows.
During 2016, we entered into and settled a forward-starting interest rate swap contract with an aggregate notional amount of $200 million hedging future fixed-rate debt issuances, which fixed the 10-year swap rates at 1.5% per annum. Upon settlement of this contract in August 2016, we paid $2.1 million resulting in a loss of $2.0 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss.
During 2015, we entered into and settled two forward-starting interest rate swap contracts with an aggregate notional amount of $215 million hedging future fixed-rate debt issuances, which fixed the 10-year swap rates at 2.0% per annum. Upon settlement of these contracts during 2015, we received $5.0 million resulting in a gain in accumulated other comprehensive loss.
As of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 20152016, the net gain balance in accumulated other comprehensive loss relating to cash flow interest rate swap contracts was $2.36.5 million and $8.26.4 million, respectively, and will be reclassified to net interest expense as interest payments are made on the originally hedged debt. Within the next 12 months, a loss of approximately $.8.6 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss is expected to be reclassified as a reduction to net interest expense related to our interest rate contracts.
A summary of cash flow interest rate swap contract hedging activity is as follows (in thousands):
Derivatives Hedging
Relationships
 
Amount of
(Gain)
Loss 
Recognized
in Other
Comprehensive
Income on
Derivative 
(Effective
Portion)
 
Location of 
Gain (Loss)
Reclassified
from
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss into
Income
 
Amount of
Gain (Loss)
Reclassified
from
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss into
Income
(Effective
Portion)
 
Location of 
Gain (Loss)
Recognized in
Income on
Derivative
(Ineffective
Portion and
Amount 
Excluded from
Effectiveness
Testing)
 
Amount of 
Gain (Loss)
Recognized in
Income on
Derivative
(Ineffective
Portion and
Amount
Excluded
from
Effectiveness
Testing)
Three Months Ended September 30, 2016 $(1,568) 
Interest expense,
net
 $(366) 
Interest expense,
net
 $(96)
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2016 7,003
 
Interest expense,
net
 (1,097) 
Interest expense,
net
 (96)
Three Months Ended September 30, 2015 3,423
 
Interest expense,
net
 28
 
Interest expense,
net
 
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 (1,965) 
Interest expense,
net
 (681) 
Interest expense,
net
 
Derivatives Hedging
Relationships
 
Amount of
(Gain)
Loss 
Recognized
in Other
Comprehensive
Income on
Derivative 
(Effective
Portion)
 
Location of 
Gain (Loss)
Reclassified
from
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss into
Income
 
Amount of
Gain (Loss)
Reclassified
from
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss into
Income
(Effective
Portion)
 
Location of 
Gain (Loss)
Recognized in
Income on
Derivative
(Ineffective
Portion and
Amount 
Excluded from
Effectiveness
Testing)
 
Amount of 
Gain (Loss)
Recognized in
Income on
Derivative
(Ineffective
Portion and
Amount
Excluded
from
Effectiveness
Testing)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2017 $495
 
Interest expense,
net
 $(25) 
Interest expense,
net
 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2017 106
 
Interest expense,
net
 (164) 
Interest expense,
net
 
Three Months Ended June 30, 2016 4,140
 
Interest expense,
net
 (360) 
Interest expense,
net
 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2016 8,571
 
Interest expense,
net
 (731) 
Interest expense,
net
 
Fair Value Hedges
Associated with the refinancing of a secured note, on June 24, 2016, we terminated two interest rate swap contracts that were designated as fair value hedges and had an aggregate notional amount of $62.9 million. Upon settlement, we received $2.2 million, which was recognized as part of the gain on extinguishment of debt related to the hedged debt.
As of December 31, 2015, we had two interest rate swap contracts, maturing through October 2017, with an aggregate notional amount of $63.7 million that were designated as fair value hedges and convert fixed interest payments at rates of 7.5% to variable interest payments ranging from 4.41% to 4.44%. We have determined that our fair value hedges were highly effective in limiting our risk of changes in the fair value of fixed-rate notes attributable to changes in interest rates.

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A summary of fair value interest rate swap contract hedging activity is as follows (in thousands):
Gain (Loss) 
on
Contracts
 
Gain (Loss) 
on
Borrowings
 
Net Settlements
 and Accruals
on Contracts (1) (3)
 
Amount of Gain 
(Loss)
Recognized in
Income (2) (3)
Gain (Loss) 
on
Contracts
 
Gain (Loss) 
on
Borrowings
 
Net Settlements
 and Accruals
on Contracts (1) (3)
 
Amount of Gain 
(Loss)
Recognized in
Income (2) (3)
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2016       
Three Months Ended June 30, 2016       
Interest expense, net$(418) $418
 $3,140
 $3,140
$(320) $320
 $2,674
 $2,674
Three Months Ended September 30, 2015       
Six Months Ended June 30, 2016       
Interest expense, net(116) 116
 236
 236
(418) 418
 3,140
 3,140
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015       
Interest expense, net(506) 506
 1,274
 1,274
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(1)Amounts in this caption include gain (loss) recognized in income on derivatives and net cash settlements.
(2)No ineffectiveness was recognized during the respective periods.
(3)Included in theeach caption for both the ninethree and six months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016 is $2.2 million received upon the termination of two interest rate swap contracts.
Credit-risk-related Contingent Features
We have agreements with some of our derivative counterparties that contain a provision that if we default on any of our indebtedness, including default where repayment of the indebtedness has not been accelerated by the lender, we could also be declared in default on our derivative obligations.
As of September 30, 2016, the fair value of derivatives in a net liability position, which includes accrued interest but excludes any adjustment for nonperformance risk, related to these agreements was $4.3 million. As of September 30, 2016, we have not posted any collateral related to these agreements, and if we had breached any of the provisions, we could have been required to settle our obligations under them at their termination value of $4.3 million.
Note 7. Common Shares of Beneficial Interest
In August 2016,At June 30, 2017, we established a newhad an at-the-market ("ATM") equity offering program under which we may, but are not obligated to, sell up to $250 million of common shares, in amounts and at times as we determine, at prices determined by the market at the time of sale. The common shares under this new program include common shares having an aggregate gross sales price of up to $34.1 million previously registered but unsold under the February 2015 ATM equity offering agreement. Actual sales may depend on a variety of factors including, among others, market conditions, the trading price of our common shares, and determinations by management of the appropriate sources of funding for us. We intend to use the net proceeds from future sales for general trust purposes, which may include acquisitions and reducing borrowings under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility, repaying other indebtedness or repurchasing outstanding debt.
In February 2015, we entered into anNo shares were sold under the ATM equity offering agreement under which we may, but were not obligated to, sell up to $200 million of common shares. No shares remain available for sale under this agreement.
program during the three and six months ended June 30, 2017. The following shares were sold under the ATM equity offering programs during the three and six months ended June 30, 2016 (in thousands, except per share amounts):
Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2016 2016
2016 2015 2016 2015   
Shares sold188
 
 3,465 1,129
2,792
 3,277
Weighted average price per share$41.67
 $
 $38.35
 $36.18
$38.32
 $38.16
Gross proceeds$7,827
 $
 $132,884
 $40,836
$106,992
 $125,058
As of the date of this filing, $242.2 million of common shares remained available for sale under the ATM equity program.

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In October 2015, our Board of Trust Managers approvedWe have a $200 million share repurchase plan. Under this plan, we may repurchase common shares from time-to-time in open-market or in privately negotiated purchases. The timing and amount of any shares repurchased will be determined by management based on its evaluation of market conditions and other factors. The repurchase plan may be suspended or discontinued at any time, and we have no obligations to repurchase any amount of our common shares under the plan. As of the date of this filing, we have not repurchased any shares under this plan.

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Note 8. Noncontrolling InterestsImpairment
The following table summarizes the effect of changes in our ownership interest in subsidiariesimpairment charges were recorded on the equity attributable to us as followsfollowing assets based on the difference between the carrying amount of the assets and the estimated fair value (see Note 16 for additional fair value information) (in thousands):
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2016 2015
Net income adjusted for noncontrolling interests$194,791
 $127,077
Transfers from the noncontrolling interests:   
Increase in equity for operating partnership units
 111
Change from net income adjusted for noncontrolling interests
and transfers from the noncontrolling interests
$194,791
 $127,188
 Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
 2017 2016 2017 2016
Continuing operations:       
Properties held for sale, marketed for sale or sold (1)
$26
 $
 $12,198
 $43
Land held for development and undeveloped land (1)

 
 2,719
 
Other
 
 95
 
Total impairment charges26
 
 15,012
 43
Other financial statement captions impacted by impairment:       
Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships, net
 
 
 326
Net (loss) income attributable to noncontrolling interests(12) 
 24
 
Net impact of impairment charges$14
 $
 $15,036
 $369
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(1)Amounts reported were based on changes in management's plans for the properties, third party offers, recent comparable market transactions and/or a change in market conditions.
Note 9. Supplemental Cash Flow Information
Non-cash investing and financing activities are summarized as follows (in thousands):
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 20152017 2016
Accrued property construction costs$7,060
 $6,935
$9,582
 $7,895
Exchange of operating partnership units for common shares
 111
Property acquisitions and investments in unconsolidated real estate joint ventures:   
Increase in property, net6,549
 
Increase in debt, net
 20,116
Consolidation of real estate joint venture (see Note 17):   
Consolidation of real estate joint venture:   
Increase in property, net58,665
 

 58,665
Increase in restricted deposits and mortgage escrows30
 

 30
Increase in debt, net48,727
 

 48,727
Increase in security deposits169
 

 169
Decrease in equity associated with deferred compensation plan (see Note 1)47,334
 
Increase (decrease) in equity associated with deferred compensation plan (see Note 1)44,758
 (48,140)

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Note 10. Earnings Per Share
Earnings per common share – basic is computed using net income attributable to common shareholders and the weighted average number of shares outstanding – basic. Earnings per common share – diluted includes the effect of potentially dilutive securities. Income from continuing operations attributable to common shareholders includes gain on sale of property in accordance with Securities and Exchange Commission guidelines. Earnings per common share – basic and diluted components for the periods indicated are as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 2015 2016 20152017 2016 2017 2016
Numerator:              
Income from continuing operations$39,229
 $31,956
 $139,357
 $88,279
$36,969
 $36,618
 $57,602
 $100,128
Gain on sale of property22,108
 13,232
 68,298
 43,917
32,224
 1,033
 47,987
 46,190
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests(9,436) (1,787) (12,864) (5,119)(5,341) (1,835) (10,911) (3,428)
Dividends on preferred shares
 
 
 (3,830)
Redemption costs of preferred shares
 
 
 (9,687)
Net income attributable to common shareholders - basic51,901
 43,401

194,791

113,560
63,852
 35,816

94,678

142,890
Income attributable to operating partnership units499
 472
 1,497
 
526
 
 
 998
Net income attributable to common shareholders - diluted$52,400
 $43,873
 $196,288
 $113,560
$64,378
 $35,816
 $94,678
 $143,888
Denominator:              
Weighted average shares outstanding – basic127,304
 123,349
 125,569
 122,929
127,788
 125,791
 127,700
 124,692
Effect of dilutive securities:              
Share options and awards1,022
 1,222
 1,100
 1,303
848
 1,053
 894
 1,136
Operating partnership units1,462
 1,462
 1,462
 
1,459
 
 
 1,462
Weighted average shares outstanding – diluted129,788
 126,033
 128,131
 124,232
130,095
 126,844
 128,594
 127,290
Anti-dilutive securities of our common shares, which are excluded from the calculation of earnings per common share – diluted, are as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 2015 2016 20152017 2016 2017 2016
Share options (1)
460
 898
 460
 896
207
 462
 
 462
Operating partnership units
 
 
 1,476

 1,462
 1,460
 
Total anti-dilutive securities460
 898
 460
 2,372
207
 1,924
 1,460
 462
_______________
(1)Exclusion results as exercise prices were greater than the average market price for each respective period.
Note 11. Share Options and Awards
During 20162017, we granted restricted share awards incorporating both service-based and market-based measures to promote share ownership among the participants and to emphasize the importance of total shareholder return ("TSR"). The terms of each grant vary depending upon the participant's responsibilities and position within the Company. We categorize these share awards as either service-based share awards or market-based share awards. All awards were valued at the fair market value on the date of grant and earn dividends from the date of grant. Compensation expense is measured at the grant date and recognized over the vesting period. Generally, unvested restricted share awards are forfeited upon the termination of the participant’s employment with us.

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The fair value of the market-based share awards was estimated on the date of grant using a Monte Carlo valuation model based on the following assumptions:
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2016
Six Months Ended
June 30, 2017
Minimum MaximumMinimum Maximum
Dividend yield0.0% 4.0%0.0% 4.1%
Expected volatility (1)
16.0% 20.4%16.1% 19.1%
Expected life (in years)N/A
 3
N/A
 3
Risk-free interest rate0.5% 0.9%0.7% 1.5%
_______________
(1)    Includes the volatility of the FTSE NAREIT U.S. Shopping Center Index and Weingarten Realty Investors.
A summary of the status of unvested restricted share awards for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 is as follows:
Unvested
Restricted
Share
Awards
 
Weighted
Average 
Grant
Date Fair 
Value
Unvested
Share
Awards
 
Weighted
Average 
Grant
Date Fair 
Value
Outstanding, January 1, 2016589,906
 $32.05
Outstanding, January 1, 2017590,854
 $32.52
Granted:      
Service-based awards117,268
 34.54
121,999
 35.82
Market-based awards relative to FTSE NAREIT U.S. Shopping Center
Index
50,170
 37.11
54,454
 39.00
Market-based awards relative to three-year absolute TSR50,170
 24.20
54,454
 25.65
Trust manager awards24,983
 37.63
28,280
 32.77
Vested(230,834) 32.00
(228,506) 30.74
Forfeited(9,371) 34.02
(1,657) 33.76
Outstanding, September 30, 2016592,292
 $32.52
Outstanding, June 30, 2017619,878
 $33.81
As of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 20152016, there was approximately $2.73.2 million and $2.2$2.0 million, respectively, of total unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested restricted shares,share awards, which is expected to be amortized over a weighted average of 1.32.0 years and 0.81.8 years, respectively.
Note 12. Employee Benefit Plans
Defined Benefit Plan
We sponsor a noncontributory qualified retirement plan. The components of net periodic benefit cost for this plan are as follows (in thousands):
 Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2016 2015 2016 2015
Service cost$309
 $320
 $927
 $963
Interest cost499
 476
 1,496
 1,428
Expected return on plan assets(600) (797) (2,058) (2,366)
Recognized loss251
 361
 1,004
 1,081
Total$459
 $360
 $1,369
 $1,106

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 Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
 2017 2016 2017 2016
Service cost$305
 $309
 $648
 $618
Interest cost531
 499
 1,045
 997
Expected return on plan assets(804) (729) (1,563) (1,458)
Recognized loss369
 376
 746
 753
Total$401
 $455
 $876
 $910
For the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and 2015,2016, we contributed $2.0$2.5 million and $1.5$2.0 million, respectively, to the qualified retirement plan. Currently, we do not anticipate making any additional contributions to this plan during 2016.2017.

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Defined Contribution Plans
Compensation expense related to our defined contribution plans was $.9 million and $.8 million for both the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2017 and 2016, and 2015, respectively, and $2.6$2.1 million and $2.9$1.8 million for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and 2015,2016, respectively.
Note 13. Related Parties
Through our management activities and transactions with our real estate joint ventures and partnerships, we had net accounts receivable of $2.61.3 million and $1.22.2 million outstanding as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 20152016, respectively. We also had accounts payable and accrued expenses of $4.5.4 million and $5.2$.3 million outstanding as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 20152016, respectively. We recorded joint venture fee income for the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and 20152016 of $1.21.5 million and $1.1 million, respectively, and $3.5$3.0 million and $3.4$2.3 million for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and 2015,2016, respectively.
In September 2016, we acquired a partner's 50% interest in an unconsolidated tenancy-in-common arrangement for approximately $13.5 million that we had previously accounted for under the equity method. This transaction resulted in the consolidation of the property in our condensed consolidated financial statements, and we recognized a gain of $9.0 million on the fair value remeasurement of our equity method investment. (See Note 17
In October 2016, an unconsolidated joint venture distributed land to both us and our partner, and we recognized a gain of $1.9 million associated with the remeasurement of a land parcel. Also, we paid a payable totaling $4.8 million due to the unconsolidated joint venture. In November 2016, we acquired our partner’s interest in two consolidated joint ventures for additional information).an aggregate amount of $3.3 million.
As of December 31, 2015, we held a combined 51% interest in an unconsolidated real estate joint venture that owned three centers in Colorado with total assets and debt of $43.7 million and $72.4 million, respectively. In February 2016, in exchange for our partners' aggregate 49% interest in this venture and $2.5 million in cash, we distributed one center to our partners. We have consolidated this venture as of the transaction date and re-measured our investment in this venture to its fair value, and recognized a gain of $37.4 million (See Note 17 for additional information).million.
Note 14. Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies
As of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 2015,2016, we participated in two real estate ventures structured as DownREIT partnerships that have centers in Arkansas, North Carolina and Texas. As a general partner, weWe have operating and financial control over these ventures and consolidate them in our condensed consolidated financial statements. These ventures allow the outside limited partners to put their interest in the partnership to us, and we have the option to redeem the interest in cash or a fixed number of our common shares, at our discretion. We also participate in a real estate venture that has a property in Texas that allows its outside partner to put operating partnership units to us. We have the option to redeem these units in cash or a fixed number of our common shares, at our discretion. No common shares were issued in exchange for any of these interests during the nine months ended September 30, 2016. For the nine months ended September 30, 2015, common shares valued at $.1 million were issued in exchange for certain of these interests. The aggregate redemption value of these interests was approximately $57$43 million and $51$52 million as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 2015,2016, respectively.
As of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017, we have entered into commitments aggregating $39.7$121.8 million comprised principally of construction contracts which are generally due in 12 to 36 months.
We have executed an agreement to purchase the retail portion of a mixed-use project for approximately $24.0 million at delivery by the developer, which is estimated to occur in the second half of 2017. Including this payment, our expected total investment in the retail portion of the project is approximately $30.7 million.

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We issue letters of intent signifying a willingness to negotiate for acquisitions, dispositions or joint ventures, as well as other types of potential transactions, during the ordinary course of our business. Such letters of intent and other arrangements are non-binding to all parties unless and until a definitive contract is entered into by the parties. Even if definitive contracts relating to the acquisition or disposition of property are entered into, these contracts generally provide the purchaser a time period to evaluate the property and conduct due diligence. The purchaser, during this time, will have the ability to terminate a contract without penalty or forfeiture of any deposit or earnest money. No assurance can be provided that any definitive contracts will be entered into with respect to any matter covered by letters of intent, or that we will consummate any transaction contemplated by a definitive contract. Additionally, due diligence periods for property transactions are frequently extended as needed. An acquisition or disposition of property becomes probable at the time the due diligence period expires and the definitive contract has not been terminated. Our risk is then generally extended only to any earnest money deposits associated with property acquisition contracts, and our obligation to sell under a property sales contract.
We are subject to numerous federal, state and local environmental laws, ordinances and regulations in the areas where we own or operate properties. We are not aware of any contamination which may have been caused by us or any of our tenants that would have a material effect on our condensed consolidated financial statements.

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As part of our risk management activities, we have applied and been accepted into state sponsored environmental programs which will limit our expenses if contaminants need to be remediated. We also have an environmental insurance policy that covers us against third party liabilities and remediation costs.
While we believe that we do not have any material exposure to environmental remediation costs, we cannot give absolute assurance that changes in the law or new discoveries of contamination will not result in additional liabilities to us.
Litigation
We are involved in various matters of litigation arising in the normal course of business. While we are unable to predict the amounts involved, our management and counsel are of the opinion that, when such litigation is resolved, any additional liability, if any, will not have a material effect on our condensed consolidated financial statements.
Note 15. Variable Interest Entities
Consolidated VIEsVIEs:
At Septemberboth June 30, 20162017 and December 31, 2015, 112016, nine of our real estate joint ventures, whose activities primarily consisted of owning and operating 2922 and 3025 neighborhood/community shopping centers, respectively, were determined to be VIEs. Based on a financing agreement by one of our real estate joint ventures that has a bottom dollar guaranty, which is disproportionate to our ownership, we have determined that we are the primary beneficiary and have consolidated this joint venture. For the remaining real estate joint ventures, we concluded we are the primary beneficiary based primarily on our significant power to direct the entities' activities without any substantive kick-out or participating rights.

In JulyAt December 31, 2016, in conjunction with the acquisition of a property with a net book net value of $250$249.5 million, at September 30, 2016, we entered intohad a potential like-kind exchange agreement with a third party intermediary for tax purposes. The third party purchased the property via our financing, and then leased the property to us. Based on the associated agreements, we havehad determined that the entity iswas a VIE, and we arewere the primary beneficiary based on our significant power to direct the entity's activities without any substantive kick-out or participating rights. Accordingly, we consolidated the property and its operations as of the respective acquisition date. During the six months ended June 30, 2017, the ownership of this property was conveyed to us in accordance with the terms of the like-kind exchange agreement, and we no longer have a VIE.
A summary of our consolidated VIEs is as follows (in thousands):
September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
Assets Held by VIEs (1)
$530,298
 $289,558
$236,809
 $504,293
Assets Held as Collateral for Debt (2)
52,120
 57,735
40,773
 46,136
Debt Held by a VIE (2)
37,178
 37,178
Maximum Risk of Loss (2)
29,784
 29,784
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(1)Upon adoption$249.5 million of ASU No. 2015-02, "Amendmentsassets at December 31, 2016 ceased to the Consolidation Analysis," prior year's amount was made to conform to the current year presentation. See Note 2 for additional information.be considered a VIE (see above).
(2)Represents the amount of debt and related assets held as collateral associated with the bottom dollar guaranty at one real estate joint venture.

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Restrictions on the use of these assets can be significant because they may serve as collateral for debt. Further, we are generally required to obtain our partner's approval in accordance with the joint venture agreement for any major transactions. Transactions with these joint ventures on our condensed consolidated financial statements have primarily been positive as demonstrated by the generation of net income and operating cash flows, as well as the receipt of cash distributions. We and our partners are subject to the provisions of the joint venture agreements which include provisions for when additional contributions may be required to fund operating cash shortfalls, development expenditures and unplanned capital expenditures. For the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016, no2017, $.1 million in additional contributions were made or are anticipatedprimarily to fund an operating shortfall. During 2016, $2.5 million in additional contributions were made primarily for these joint ventures.capital activities. We currently anticipate that $.1 million of additional contributions will be made during the remainder of 2017.
In May 2015, the joint venture agreement related to a VIE, in which we guaranteed a portion
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Table of its debt, was amended to reflect an additional contribution of $43 million made by us to the joint venture in the form of a preferred equity arrangement. The amended agreement specified that these funds were to be used by the joint venture to pay down debt that became due. This arrangement provided the most favorable economics, including financing and taxation considerations, to the joint venture, as well as to us.Contents

Unconsolidated VIEsVIEs:
At Septemberboth June 30, 20162017 and December 31, 2015, one2016, two unconsolidated real estate joint venture wasventures were determined to be VIEs. We have determined that one entity was a VIE through the issuance of a secured loan, since the lender had the ability to make decisions that could have a significant impact on the success of the entity. Based on the associated agreements for the future development of a mixed-use project, we concluded that the other entity was a VIE, but we are not the primary beneficiary as the substantive participating rights associated with the entity are shared, and we do not have the power to direct the significant activities of the entity. Our analysis considered that all major decisions require unanimous member consent and those decisions include significant activities such as development, financing, leasing and operations of the entity.
A summary of our unconsolidated VIEVIEs is as follows (in thousands):
 September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net (1)
$
 $10,497
Other, net (1) (2)
(8,483) 
Maximum Risk of Loss (3)
34,000
 10,992
 June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net (1) (2)
$28,758
 $886
Maximum Risk of Loss (3)
34,000
 34,000
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(1)The carrying amount of the investment represents our contributions to the real estate joint venture,ventures, net of any distributions made and our portion of the equity in earnings of the joint venture.ventures.
(2)As of SeptemberJune 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016, the carrying amount of the investment for one VIE is $(7) million and $(9) million, respectively, which is included in Other Liabilities and results from the distribution of proceeds from the issuance of debt.
(3)The maximum risk of loss has been determined to be limited to our debt exposure for the real estate joint venture.ventures.
We and our partnerpartners are subject to the provisions of the joint venture agreementagreements that specify conditions, including operating shortfalls, development expenditures and unplanned capital expenditures, under which additional contributions may be required. With respect to our future development of a mixed-used project, we anticipate funding approximately $101 million in equity and debt through 2020.
Note 16. Fair Value Measurements
Recurring Fair Value MeasurementsMeasurements:
Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 2015,2016, aggregated by the level in the fair value hierarchy in which those measurements fall, are as follows (in thousands):
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
and Liabilities
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 Fair Value at
September 30,
2016
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
and Liabilities
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 Fair Value at
June 30,
2017
Assets:              
Investments, mutual funds held in a grantor trust$25,767
     $25,767
$28,703
     $28,703
Investments, mutual funds7,497
     7,497
8,372
     8,372
Derivative instruments:       
Interest rate contracts  $623
   623
Total$33,264
 $
 $
 $33,264
$37,075
 $623
 $
 $37,698
Liabilities:              
Derivative instruments:       
Interest rate contracts  $4,161
   $4,161
Deferred compensation plan obligations$25,767
     25,767
$28,703
     $28,703
Total$25,767
 $4,161
 $
 $29,928
$28,703
 $
 $
 $28,703

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Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
and Liabilities
(Level 1)
 Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 Fair Value at
December 31,
2015
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
and Liabilities
(Level 1)
 Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 Fair Value at
December 31,
2016
Assets:              
Investments, mutual funds held in a grantor trust$20,579
     $20,579
$26,328
     $26,328
Investments, mutual funds7,043
     7,043
7,670
     7,670
Derivative instruments:              
Interest rate contracts  $2,664
   2,664
  $126
   126
Total$27,622
 $2,664
 $
 $30,286
$33,998
 $126
 $
 $34,124
Liabilities:              
Derivative instruments:       
Interest rate contracts  $725
   $725
Deferred compensation plan obligations$20,579
     20,579
$26,328
     $26,328
Total$20,579
 $725
 $
 $21,304
$26,328
 $
 $
 $26,328
Nonrecurring Fair Value Measurements:
Property and Property Held for Sale Impairments
Property is reviewed for impairment if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the property, including any identifiable intangible assets, site costs and capitalized interest, may not be recoverable. In such an event, a comparison is made of the current and projected operating cash flows of each such property into the foreseeable future on an undiscounted basis to the carrying amount of such property. If we conclude that an impairment may have occurred, estimated fair values are determined by management utilizing cash flow models, market capitalization rates and market discount rates, or by obtaining third-party broker valuation estimates, appraisals, bona fide purchase offers or the expected sales price of an executed sales agreement in accordance with our fair value measurements accounting policy. Market capitalization rates and market discount rates are determined by reviewing current sales of similar properties and transactions, and utilizing management’s knowledge and expertise in property marketing.
No assets were measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis at December 31, 2016. Assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis at June 30, 2017 aggregated by the level in the fair value hierarchy in which those measurements fall, are as follows (in thousands):
 Quoted Prices 
in Active 
Markets for
Identical 
Assets
and Liabilities
(Level 1)
 Significant 
Other
Observable 
Inputs
(Level 2)
 Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 Fair Value 
Total Gains
(Losses) 
(1)
Property (2)
  $12,901
 $5,896
 $18,797
 $(10,265)
Total$
 $12,901
 $5,896
 $18,797
 $(10,265)
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(1)Total gains (losses) exclude impairments on disposed assets because they are no longer held by us.
(2)In accordance with our policy of evaluating and recording impairments on the disposal of long-lived assets, property with a carrying amount of $29.1 million was written down to a fair value of $18.8 million, resulting in a loss of $10.3 million, which was included in earnings for the first quarter of 2017. Management’s estimate of fair value of these properties was determined using a bona fide purchase offer for the Level 2 inputs. See the quantitative information about the significant unobservable inputs used for our Level 3 fair value measurements table below.
Fair Value DisclosuresDisclosures:
Unless otherwise described below, short-term financial instruments and receivables are carried at amounts which approximate their fair values based on their highly-liquid nature, short-term maturities and/or expected interest rates for similar instruments.

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Schedule of our fair value disclosures is as follows (in thousands):
September 30, 2016 December 31, 2015June 30, 2017 December 31, 2016
Carrying Value 
Fair Value
Using
Significant 
Other
Observable 
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Fair Value
Using
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 Carrying Value Fair Value
Using
Significant 
Other
Observable 
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Fair Value
Using
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Carrying Value 
Fair Value
Using
Significant 
Other
Observable 
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Fair Value
Using
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 Carrying Value Fair Value
Using
Significant 
Other
Observable 
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Fair Value
Using
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Other Assets:           
Tax increment revenue bonds (1)
$25,162
   $25,162
 $25,162
   $25,162
$23,910
   $23,910
 $23,910
   $23,910
Investments, held to maturity (2)
5,240
 $5,247
   1,750
 $1,750
  4,741
 $4,494
   5,240
 $5,248
  
Debt:                      
Fixed-rate debt2,169,019
   2,289,984
 1,869,683
   1,907,579
2,069,295
   2,133,379
 2,089,769
   2,132,082
Variable-rate debt151,828
   150,346
 243,594
   248,460
222,179
   220,850
 266,759
   265,230
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(1)At SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 2015,2016, the credit loss balance on our tax increment revenue bonds was $31.0 million.
(2)Investments held to maturity are recorded at cost. As of SeptemberJune 30, 2016, a $72017, $247 thousand of unrealized gainloss was recognized on these investments, and at December 31, 2015, no2016, an $8 thousand unrealized gain or loss was recognized.

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The quantitative information about the significant unobservable inputs used for our Level 3 fair value measurements as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and December 31, 20152016 reported in the above tables, is as follows:

Description Fair Value at   
Unobservable
Inputs
 Range
 September 30,
2016
 December 31,
2015
    Minimum Maximum
 (in thousands) Valuation Technique  20162015 20162015
Tax increment
revenue bonds
 $25,162
 $25,162
 Discounted cash flows Discount rate 6.5%6.5% 7.5%7.5%
        
Expected future
growth rate
 1.0%1.0% 2.0%2.0%
        
Expected future
inflation rate
 1.0%1.0% 2.0%3.0%
Fixed-rate debt 2,289,984
 1,907,579
 Discounted cash flows Discount rate 2.0%2.4% 4.9%5.5%
Variable-rate
debt
 150,346
 248,460
 Discounted cash flows Discount rate 1.4%1.3% 2.1%3.2%
Note 17. Business Combination
Effective February 12, 2016, we acquired a partner’s 49% interest in an unconsolidated joint venture associated with two centers in Colorado, which resulted in the consolidation of these centers (see Note 13 for additional information). Management has determined that this transaction qualified as a business combination to be accounted for under the acquisition method. Accordingly, the assets and liabilities of this transaction were recorded in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at their estimated fair values as of the effective date. Fair value of assets acquired, liabilities assumed and equity interests were estimated using market-based measurements, including cash flow and other valuation techniques. The fair value measurements are based on both significant inputs for similar assets and liabilities in comparable markets and significant inputs that are not observable in the markets in accordance with our fair value measurements accounting policy. Key assumptions include third-party appraisals; a minority interest discount rate of 20%; cash flow discount rates ranging from 6.5% to 8%; a terminal capitalization rate for similar properties ranging from 6% to 7.5%; and factors that we believe market participants would consider in estimating fair value. The result of this transaction is included in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations beginning February 12, 2016.

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The following table summarizes the business combination, including the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as indicated (in thousands):
 February 12, 2016 
Fair value of our equity interest before business combination$22,514
(1) 
Gain recognized on equity interest remeasured to fair value$37,383
(2) 
   
Amounts recognized for assets and liabilities assumed:  
Assets:  
Property$58,665
 
Unamortized lease costs8,936
 
Accrued rent and accounts receivable102
 
Cash and cash equivalents3,555
 
Other, net4,992
 
Liabilities:  
Debt, net(48,727) 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses(1,339) 
Other, net(3,670) 
Total net assets$22,514
 
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(1)Includes $2.5 million of cash received from the partner.
(2)Amount is included in Gain on Sale and Acquisition of Real Estate Joint Venture and Partnership Interests in our Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations.
During 2016, we acquired three shopping centers located in Arizona and Florida, and we consolidated a partner's 50% interest in an unconsolidated tenancy-in-common arrangement related to a property in Colorado. The following table summarizes the transactions related to these acquisitions, including the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as indicated (in thousands):
 September 30, 2016 
Fair value of our equity interest before acquisition$13,579
 
Fair value of consideration transferred$443,745
 
Acquisition costs (included in operating expenses)$660
 
Gain on acquisition$9,015
(1) 
   
Amounts recognized for assets and liabilities assumed:  
Assets:  
Property$432,205
 
Unamortized lease costs81,801
 
Accrued rent and accounts receivable122
 
Cash and cash equivalents556
 
Other, net6,812
 
Liabilities:  
Accounts payable and accrued expenses(6,383) 
Other, net(62,254) 
Total net assets$452,859
 

Description Fair Value at   
Unobservable
Inputs
 Range
 June 30,
2017
 December 31,
2016
    Minimum Maximum
 (in thousands) Valuation Technique  20172016 20172016
Property $5,896
 $
 Discounted cash flows Discount rate 7.5%  12.0% 
        Capitalization rate 7.0%  10.0% 
        
Holding period
(years)
 5
  10
 
        
Expected future
inflation rate (1)
    2.0% 
        
Market rent growth
rate (1)
 2.0%  3.0% 
        
Expense growth
rate (1)
    2.0% 
        
Vacancy rate (1)
 %  20.0% 
        
Renewal rate (1)
    70.0% 
        
Average market
rent rate (1)
 $11.00
  $16.00
 
        
Average leasing
cost per square
foot (1)
 $10.00
  $35.00
 
Tax increment
revenue bonds
 23,910
 23,910
 Discounted cash flows Discount rate 6.5%6.5% 7.5%7.5%
        
Expected future
growth rate
 1.0%1.0% 2.5%2.0%
        
Expected future
inflation rate
 1.0%1.0% 3.0%3.0%
Fixed-rate debt 2,133,379
 2,132,082
 Discounted cash flows Discount rate 3.0%3.0% 5.3%5.2%
Variable-rate
debt
 220,850
 265,230
 Discounted cash flows Discount rate 2.1%1.6% 2.8%2.4%
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(1)Amount is included in Gain on Sale and Acquisition of Real Estate Joint Venture and Partnership Interests in our Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations.

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The following table summarizes the impact to revenues and net income attributable to common shareholders from our business combination and acquisitions (in thousands):
 Three Months Ended
September 30, 2016
 Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2016
Increase in revenues$7,562
 $11,491
Decrease in net income attributable to common shareholders87
 1,012
The following unaudited supplemental pro forma data is presented for the periods ended September 30, 2016 and 2015, as if these transactions occurring in 2016 were completed on January 1, 2015. The gains and acquisition costs related to these transactions were adjusted to the assumed acquisition date. The unaudited supplemental pro forma data is not necessarily indicative of what the actual results of our operations would have been assuming the transactions had been completed as set forth above, nor does it purport to represent our results of operations for future periods (in thousands, except per share amounts):

 Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
Pro Forma
2016 (1)
 
Pro Forma
2015 (1)
 
Pro Forma
2016
(1)
 
Pro Forma
2015
(1)
Revenues$141,232
 $139,444
 $424,472
 $409,049
Net income53,437
 47,021
 167,642
 183,693
Net income attributable to common shareholders - basic44,001
 45,234
 154,778
 165,057
Net income attributable to common shareholders - diluted44,001
 45,706
 156,275
 165,057
Earnings per share – basic.35
 .37
 1.23
 1.34
Earnings per share – diluted.34
 .36
 1.22
 1.33
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(1)There are no non-recurring pro forma adjustments included within or excluded from the amounts in the preceding table.Only applies to one property valuation.
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ITEM 2.     Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Forward-Looking Statements
This quarterly report on Form 10-Q, together with other statements and information publicly disseminated by us, contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and include this statement for purposes of complying with these safe harbor provisions. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe our future plans, strategies and expectations, are generally identifiable by use of the words “believe,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “project,” or similar expressions. You should not rely on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which are, in some cases, beyond our control and which could materially affect actual results, performances or achievements. As described in "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20152016, factors which may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to, (i) disruptions in financial markets, (ii) general economic and local real estate conditions, (iii) the inability of major tenants to continue paying their rent obligations due to bankruptcy, insolvency or general downturn in their business, (iv) financing risks, such as the inability to obtain equity, debt, or other sources of financing on favorable terms, (v) changes in governmental laws and regulations, (vi) the level and volatility of interest rates, (vii) the availability of suitable acquisition opportunities, (viii) the ability to dispose of properties, (ix) changes in expected development activity, (x) increases in operating costs, (xi) tax matters, including the failure to qualify as a real estate investment trust, and (xii) investments through real estate joint ventures and partnerships, which involve risks not present in investments in which we are the sole investor. Accordingly, there is no assurance that our expectations will be realized. We do not undertake any obligation to release publicly any revisions to our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the condensed consolidated financial statements and notes thereto and the comparative summary of selected financial data appearing elsewhere in this report. Historical results and trends which might appear should not be taken as indicative of future operations. Our results of operations and financial condition, as reflected in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements and related footnotes, are subject to management’s evaluation and interpretation of business conditions, retailer performance, changing capital market conditions and other factors which could affect the ongoing viability of our tenants.
Executive Overview
Weingarten Realty Investors is a REIT organized under the Texas Business Organizations Code. We, and our predecessor entity, began the ownership and development of shopping centers and other commercial real estate in 1948. Our primary business is leasing space to tenants in the shopping centers we own or lease.own. We also provide property management services for which we charge fees to either joint ventures where we are partners or other outside owners.
We operate a portfolio of rental properties, primarily neighborhood and community shopping centers, totaling approximately 45.243.4 million square feet of gross leasableleaseable area, that is either owned by us or others. We have a diversified tenant base with our largest tenant comprising only 3.1%3.0% of base minimum rental revenues during the first ninesix months of 2016.2017.
At SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we owned or operated under long-term leases, either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, a total of 224216 properties, which are located in 18 states spanning the country from coast to coast.
We also owned interests in 2825 parcels of land held for development that totaled approximately 21.318.4 million square feet at SeptemberJune 30, 2016.

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2017.
We had approximately 5,8005,700 leases with 3,800 different tenants at SeptemberJune 30, 2016.2017. Leases for our properties range from less than a year for smaller spaces to over 25 years for larger tenants. Rental revenues generally include minimum lease payments, which often increase over the lease term, reimbursements of property operating expenses, including real estate taxes, and additional rent payments based on a percentage of the tenants’ sales. Our anchor tenants are supermarkets, value-oriented apparel/discount stores and other retailers or service providers who generally sell basic necessity-type goods and services. We believe the stability of our anchor tenants, combined with convenient locations, attractive and well-maintained properties, high quality retailers and a strong tenant mix, should ensure the long-term success of our merchants and the viability of our portfolio.

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Our goal is to remain a leader in owning and operating top-tier neighborhood and community shopping centers in certain markets of the United States. Our strategic initiatives include: (1) raising net asset value and cash flow through quality acquisitions, redevelopments and new developments, (2) maintaining a strong, flexible consolidated balance sheet and a well-managed debt maturity schedule and (3) growing net operating income from our existing portfolio by increasing occupancy and rental rates. We believe these initiatives will keep our portfolio of properties among the strongest in our sector. Due to very lowcurrent capitalization rates in the market along with the uncertainty of the impact of increasing interest rates and various other market conditions, we will continue to be very prudent in our evaluation of all new investment opportunities. We are beginning to see price declines on lower-quality assetsAs activity in secondary and tertiary markets which could reducehas remained consistent with the past year, we will continue to monitor such activity, and our disposition volumes.activity could increase accordingly. Additionally, the commercial mortgage-backed securities ("CMBS") market has been a significant source of financing for buyers of lower-tier assets. Newour disposition properties. While new financial market regulations have resulted incould continue to contribute to a fairly significant reduction in CMBS originations which could also affect our abilityduring 2017, we believe this market has begun to sell properties.stabilize. However, availability within the CMBS markets for 2017 and beyond remains uncertain.
We intend to recycle non-core operating centers that no longer meet our ownership criteria and that will provide capital for growth opportunities. During the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we disposed of real estate assets, which were owned by us either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, with our share of aggregate gross sales proceeds totaling $197.7$103.8 million. We increased our guidance for dispositions to a range of $200 million to $400 million during 2017; however, we can give no assurances that any dispositions will actually occur, or at what values, or whether we may potentially exceed this range. Subsequent to June 30, 2017, we sold real estate assets with our share of aggregate gross sales proceeds totaling $57.5 million. We have approximately $120.5$296.6 million of dispositions currently under contracts or letters of intent; however, there are no assurances that these transactions will close at such prices or at all. For 2016, we believe we will complete dispositions in amounts between $200 million and $225 million; however, there are no assurances that this will actually occur.
We intend to continue to actively seek acquisition properties that meet our return hurdles and to actively evaluate other opportunities as they enter the market. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016,For 2017, we acquired four centers and other property, either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, withcurrently expect a total gross purchase pricelower level of $494.8acquisition investments, which could potentially range from $50 million which includes the consolidation of a property from the acquisition of a partner's 50% interest in an unconsolidated tenancy-in-common arrangement. For 2016, we expect to invest in acquisitions in amounts between $500 million and $525$150 million; however, there are no assurances that this will actually occur.
As of December 31, 2015, we held a combined 51% interest in an unconsolidated real estate joint venture that owned three centers in Colorado with total assets and debt of $43.7 million and $72.4 million, respectively. In February 2016, in exchange for our partners' aggregate 49% interest in this venture and $2.5 million in cash, we distributed one center to our partners. We have consolidated this venture as of the transaction date and re-measured our investment in this venture to its fair value, and recognized a gain of $37.4 million.
We intend to continue to focus on identifying new development projects as another source of growth. Although we have only seen a few viable projects, a lack of supply in new retail space has driven a slight increase in new development activity and retailer interest, which we believe is a positive trend. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016, we invested $15.2 million in two new development projects.
In addition, we intend togrowth, as well as continue to look for internal growth opportunities. At SeptemberAlthough we have recently begun the development of mixed-use projects, the opportunities for additional new development projects are limited at this time due to a lack of demand for new retail space. During the six months ended June 30, 2016,2017, we had 13invested $61.3 million in three new development projects that are partially or wholly owned, which includes our share of the Columbia Pike land parcel acquisition and development costs totaling $27.7 million during the second quarter of 2017. Effective January 1, 2017, we stabilized the development in White Marsh, Maryland, moving it to our operating property portfolio. This development is 100% leased with an investment of $46 million and an 8% yield. Also during the six months ended June 30, 2017, we invested $13.8 million in 17 redevelopment projects in which we plan to invest approximately $86.4 million. Upon completion, the average projected stabilized return on our incremental investment on these redevelopment projects is expected to average around 11%. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016, we completed one redevelopment project that added approximately 6,700 incremental square feet to the total portfolio with an incremental investment totaling $1.4 million. Additionally, we began redevelopment activities on a shopping center in south Florida where we estimate a capital investment totaling $17 million.
were partially or wholly owned. For 2016,2017, we expect to invest in new development and redevelopments in the range of $50$125 million to $100$175 million, but we can give no assurances that this will actually occur.
We strive to maintain a strong, conservative capital structure which should provide ready access to a variety of attractive long and short-term capital sources. We carefully balance lower cost, short-term financing with long-term liabilities associated with acquired or developed long-term assets.

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In March 2016, we amended and extended our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility. This facility expires in March 2020, provides We continue to look for two consecutive six-month extensions upon our request and borrowing ratestransactions that float at a margin over LIBOR plus a facility fee. The borrowing margin improved under the new agreement to LIBOR plus 90 basis points, a decrease of 15 basis points. The facility also contains a competitive bid feature that allows us to request bids for up to $250 million. Additionally, an accordion feature allows us to increase the facility amount up to $850 million. We intend to use the proceeds from the facility to fund acquisition, new development and redevelopment activities, and for general corporate purposes.
In August 2016, we issued $250 million of 3.25% senior unsecured notes maturing in 2026. The notes were issued at 99.16% of the principal amount with a yield to maturity of 3.35%. The net proceeds received of $246.3 million were used to reduce the amount outstanding under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility.
In June 2016, we amended an existing $90 million secured note to extend the maturity to 2028 and reduce the interest rate from 7.5% to 4.5% per annum. In connection with this transaction, we have recorded a $2.0 million gain on extinguishment of debt that has been classified as net interest expense in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.
In August 2016, we established a new ATM equity offering program under which we may, but are not obligated to, sell up to $250 million of common shares, in amounts and at times as we determine, at prices determined by the market at the time of sale. The common shares under this new program include common shares having an aggregate gross sales price of up to $34.1 million previously registered but unsold under a prior ATM equity offering program. We intend to use the net proceeds from future sales for general trust purposes, which may include acquisitions and reducing borrowings under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility, repaying other indebtedness or repurchasing outstanding debt. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016, we sold 3,465,003 common shares with gross proceeds totaling $132.9 million. As of the date of this filing, $242.2 million of common shares remained available for sale under this ATM equity program.
We believe that these transactions should continue towill strengthen our consolidated balance sheet and further enhance our access to various sources of capital, while reducing our cost of capital. Due to the variability in the capital markets, there can be no assurance that favorable pricing and availability will be available in the future.
We have a $200 million share repurchase plan. Under this plan, we may repurchase common shares from time-to-time in open-market or in privately negotiated purchases. The timing and amount of any shares repurchased will be determined by management based on its evaluation of market conditions and other factors. The repurchase plan may be suspended or discontinued at any time, and we have no obligations to repurchase any amount of our common shares under the plan. As of the date of this filing, we have not repurchased any shares under this plan.
Operational Metrics
In assessing the performance of our centers, management carefully monitors various operating metrics of the portfolio. As a result of our strong leasing activity and low tenant fallout, and lack of quality retail space in the market, the operating metrics of our portfolio remained very strong in 2016the first half of 2017 as we focused on increasing rental rates and same property net operating income ("SPNOI" and see Non-GAAP Financial Measures for additional information). Our portfolio delivered solid operating results with:
occupancy of 94.1%94.5% at SeptemberJune 30, 2016;2017;
an increase of 3.4%2.6% in SPNOI including redevelopments for the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 over the same period of 2015;2016; and
rental rate increases of 19.3%43.4% for new leases and 7.3%7.7% for renewals were realized during the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016.2017.

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Below are performance metrics associated with our signed occupancy, SPNOI growth and leasing activity on a pro rata basis:
 September 30,
 2016 2015
Anchor (space of 10,000 square feet or greater)96.5% 98.1%
Non-Anchor90.2% 90.2%
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 June 30,
 2017 2016
Anchor (space of 10,000 square feet or greater)96.9% 97.7%
Non-Anchor90.7% 90.2%
Total Occupancy94.5% 94.9%
 Three Months Ended
September 30, 2016
 Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2016
SPNOI Growth with Redevelopments (1)
3.4% 3.2%
 Three Months Ended
June 30, 2017
 Six Months Ended
June 30, 2017
SPNOI Growth including Redevelopments (1)
2.6% 3.0%
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(1)See Non-GAAP Financial Measures for a definition of the measurement of SPNOI and a reconciliation to operating income within this section of Item 2.
Number
of
Leases
 
Square
Feet
('000's)
 
Average
New
Rent per
Square
Foot ($)
 
Average
Prior
Rent per
Square
Foot ($)
 
Average Cost
of Tenant
Improvements
per Square
Foot ($)
 
Change in
Base Rent
on Cash
Basis
Number
of
Leases
 
Square
Feet
('000's)
 
Average
New
Rent per
Square
Foot ($)
 
Average
Prior
Rent per
Square
Foot ($)
 
Average Cost
of Tenant
Improvements
per Square
Foot ($)
 
Change in
Base Rent
on Cash
Basis
Leasing Activity:                      
Three Months Ended September 30, 2016      
Three Months Ended June 30, 2017Three Months Ended June 30, 2017      
New leases (1)
55
 160
 $22.65
 $18.99
 $33.29
 19.3%42
 144
 $23.17
 $16.16
 $53.83
 43.4%
Renewals185
 812
 17.50
 16.31
 .01
 7.3%182
 694
 19.21
 17.84
 
 7.7%
Not comparable spaces36
 86
        40
 229
        
Total276
 1,058
 $18.35
 $16.75
 $5.50
 9.5%264
 1,067
 $19.89
 $17.55
 $9.24
 13.4%
                      
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2016      
Six Months Ended June 30, 2017Six Months Ended June 30, 2017      
New leases (1)
168
 516
 $22.98
 $17.98
 $33.80
 27.8%104
 310
 $22.21
 $18.14
 $38.56
 22.4%
Renewals561
 2,622
 17.09
 15.55
 .12
 9.9%396
 2,046
 17.63
 16.17
 
 9.0%
Not comparable spaces102
 217
        67
 302
        
Total831
 3,355
 $18.06
 $15.95
 $5.66
 13.2%567
 2,658
 $18.23
 $16.43
 $5.07
 10.9%
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(1)Average external lease commissions per square foot for the three and ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 were $5.75$6.43 and $5.85,$5.71, respectively.
While we will continue to monitor the effects of the economy and market trends, including the effectsimpact of retail customers spending trends on our tenants, over the long-term, we believe the significant diversification of our portfolio, both geographically and by tenant base, and the quality of our portfolio which focuses on supermarkets, value-oriented apparel/discount stores and other retailers or service providers who generally sell basic necessity-type goods and services, will allow future increases to occupancy levels. The bankruptcy proceedings for The Sports Authority has comeWhile we anticipate occupancy to a conclusion for us and will resultremain in the returnrange between 94% and 95% by year end, we may experience some fluctuations due to the repositioning of their leased space at our remaining six locations, which is expected to negatively affect our occupancy and SPNOI until we re-lease and commence rent on these spaces. Occupancy may also be affected over the next several quarters as we continue to maximize our long-term portfolio value by repositioning some of our anchor space.space for long-term portfolio improvement and announced bankruptcies. A reduction in quality retail space available, as well as improvingcontinued retailer demand, contributed to the increase in overall rental rates on a same-space basis as we completed new leases and renewed existing leases. Leasing volume is anticipated to decline as we have lessdecrease due to the reduction in vacant space available for leasing and the uncertainty in tenant fallout remains low.fallouts related to bankruptcies. Our expectation is that SPNOI growth withincluding redevelopments will average between 3.0%2.5% to 4.0%3.5% for 2016,2017 assuming no further tenant bankruptcies, although there are no assurances that this will occur.

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New Development/Redevelopment
At SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we had twothree projects under development.in various stages of development that were partially or wholly owned. We have funded $42.1$108.6 million through SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 on these projects, and we estimate our aggregate net investment upon completion to be $76.4$347.2 million. Overall, the average projected stabilized return on investment for these multi-use properties, that include retail, office and residential components, is expected to be approximately 7.4%5.7% upon completion. DuringEffective January 1, 2017, we stabilized the three months ended September 30, 2016, we sold our development in Raleigh, North Carolina, and effective January 1, 2016, we stabilized our development in Alexandria, Virginia,White Marsh, Maryland, moving it to our operating property portfolio. This development is 100% leased with an investment of $65$46 million and an 8% yield.
We have 1317 redevelopment projects in which we plan to invest approximately $86.4$238.1 million, which includes a 30-story, high-rise residential tower at our River Oaks Shopping Center in Houston, Texas with an estimated investment of $150 million. Upon completion, the average projected stabilized return on our incremental investment on these redevelopment projects is expected to average around 11%. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016, we completed one redevelopment project that added approximately 6,700 incremental square feet7.5% to the total portfolio with an incremental investment totaling $1.4 million. Additionally, we began redevelopment activities on a shopping center in south Florida where we estimate a capital investment totaling $17 million.

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9.5%.
We had approximately $85.6$72.0 million in land held for development at SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 that may either be developed or sold. While we are experiencing a greatersome interest from retailers and other market participants in our land held for development, opportunities for economically viable developments remain limited. We intend to continue to pursue additional development and redevelopment opportunities in multiple markets; however, finding the right opportunities remains challenging.
Acquisitions
Acquisitions are a key component of our long-term growth strategy. The availability of quality acquisition opportunities in the market remains sporadic in our targeted markets. Intense competition, along with a decline in the volume of high-quality core properties on the market, has in many cases driven pricing to pre-recession highs. We intend to remain disciplined in approaching these opportunities, pursuing only those that provide appropriate risk-adjusted returns.
Dispositions
Dispositions are also a key component of our ongoing management process where we selectively prune properties from our portfolio that no longer meet our geographic or growth targets. Dispositions provide capital, which may be recycled into properties that are high barrier-to-entry locations within high growth metropolitan markets, and thus have higher long-term growth potential. Additionally, proceeds from dispositions may be used to reduce outstanding debt, further deleveraging our consolidated balance sheet.
Summary of Critical Accounting Policies
Our discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations is based on our condensed consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with GAAP. The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and contingencies as of the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. We evaluate our assumptions and estimates on an ongoing basis. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
A disclosure of our critical accounting policies which affect our more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our condensed consolidated financial statements is included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20152016 in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. There have been no significant changes to our critical accounting policies during 2016.2017, except for the adoption of ASU No. 2017-01, "Business Combinations." See Note 2 to our condensed consolidated financial statements for additional information.

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Results of Operations
Comparison of the Three Months Ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 to the Three Months Ended SeptemberJune 30, 20152016
The following table is a summary of certain items in income from continuing operations from our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, which we believe represent items that significantly changed during the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 as compared to the same period in 20152016:
 Three Months Ended September 30,
 2016 2015 Change % Change
Revenues$138,599
 $130,787
 $7,812
 6.0 %
Depreciation and amortization42,064
 36,327
 5,737
 15.8
Real estate taxes, net17,067
 15,770
 1,297
 8.2
General and administrative expenses7,187
 6,188
 999
 16.1
Interest expense, net21,843
 20,607
 1,236
 6.0
Interest and other income (expense), net1,268
 (888) 2,156
 (242.8)
Gain on sale and acquisition of real estate joint
venture and partnership interests
9,015
 
 9,015
 NA
(Provision) benefit for income taxes(1,105) 144
 (1,249) 867.4

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 Three Months Ended June 30,
 2017 2016 Change % Change
Revenues$146,023
 $135,676
 $10,347
 7.6%
Depreciation and amortization42,157
 39,218
 2,939
 7.5
Real estate taxes, net21,632
 17,221
 4,411
 25.6
Interest expense, net20,473
 18,558
 1,915
 10.3
Revenues
The increase in revenues of $7.8$10.3 million is primarily attributable to our acquisitions and new development completions that totaled $9.3$10.5 million. The existing portfolio and redevelopment properties contributed $1.6$4.6 million due to increases in rental rates offset by changes in occupancy, which is offset by our dispositions of $3.1$4.8 million.
Depreciation and Amortization
The increase in depreciation and amortization of $5.7$2.9 million is primarily attributable to our acquisitions and new development completions that totaled $5.5 million.$5.3 million, which is offset by our dispositions and other capital activities.
Real Estate Taxes, net
The increase in net real estate taxes of $1.3$4.4 million is primarily attributable to our acquisitions and new development completions.
General and Administrative Expenses
The increase in general and administrative expenses of $1.0 million is primarily attributable to a $.8 million increase in the fair value of assets held in a grantor trust related to our deferred compensation plan.
Interest Expense, net
Net interest expense increased $1.2$1.9 million or 6.0%10.3%. The components of net interest expense were as follows (in thousands): 
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30, 2017
2016 20152017 2016
Gross interest expense$21,820
 $20,789
$20,900
 $20,607
Gain on extinguishment of debt
 (2,037)
Amortization of debt deferred costs, net893
 894
955
 890
Over-market mortgage adjustment(245) (232)(302) (285)
Capitalized interest(625) (844)(1,080) (617)
Total$21,843
 $20,607
$20,473
 $18,558
The increase in net interest expense is attributable primarily to $.5the $2.0 million of commitment feesgain on debt extinguishment in 2016 associated with an unused $200 million term loan.the refinancing of a secured note. For the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, the weighted average debt outstanding was $2.2$2.3 billion at a weighted average interest rate of 4.1%3.8% as compared to $2.1 billion outstanding at a weighted average interest rate of 4.1%4.0% in the same period of 2015.
Interest and Other Income (Expense), net
The increase of $2.2 million is primarily attributable to a $2.4 million increase in the fair value of assets held in a grantor trust related to our deferred compensation plan.
Gain on Sale and Acquisition of Real Estate Joint Venture and Partnership Interests
The increase of $9.0 million is attributable to the fair value realization upon consolidation of our equity associated with the acquisition of a partner's 50% interest in a previously unconsolidated tenancy-in-common arrangement.
(Provision) Benefit for Income Taxes
The increase of $1.2 million is associated with the provision for income taxes attributable to our taxable REIT subsidiary associated with the disposition of the development in Raleigh, North Carolina.2016.

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Comparison of the NineSix Months Ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 to the NineSix Months Ended SeptemberJune 30, 20152016
The following table is a summary of certain items in income from continuing operations from our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, which we believe represent items that significantly changed during the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 as compared to the same period in 20152016:
Nine Months Ended September 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2016 2015 Change % Change2017 2016 Change % Change
Revenues$406,692
 $383,190
 $23,502
 6.1 %$289,686
 $268,093
 $21,593
 8.1 %
Depreciation and amortization119,161
 108,929
 10,232
 9.4
84,606
 77,097
 7,509
 9.7
Operating expenses72,959
 69,076
 3,883
 5.6
56,131
 48,199
 7,932
 16.5
Real estate taxes, net50,145
 45,895
 4,250
 9.3
39,149
 33,078
 6,071
 18.4
Interest expense, net61,292
 67,357
 (6,065) (9.0)
Impairment loss15,012
 43
 14,969
 34,811.6
Interest and other income1,840
 2,252
 (412) (18.3)3,040
 572
 2,468
 431.5
Gain on sale and acquisition of real estate joint
venture and partnership interests
46,407
 879
 45,528
 5,179.5

 37,392
 (37,392) (100.0)
Equity in earnings of real estate joint
ventures and partnerships, net
15,111
 13,680
 1,431
 10.5
Provision for income taxes7,020
 291
 6,729
 2,312.4
Benefit (provision) for income taxes2,612
 (5,915) 8,527
 144.2
Revenues
The increase in revenues of $23.5$21.6 million is primarily attributable to our acquisitions and new development completions that totaled $20.6$22.8 million. The existing portfolio and redevelopment properties contributed $12.1$7.3 million due to increases in rental rates offset by changes in occupancy, which is offset by our dispositions of $9.2$8.5 million.
Depreciation and Amortization
The increase in depreciation and amortization of $10.2$7.5 million is primarily attributable to our acquisitions and new development completions that totaled $11.6$10.6 million, which is offset by our dispositions and other capital activities.
Operating Expenses
The increase in operating expenses of $3.9$7.9 million is primarily attributable to a $1.2 million increase in the fair value of assets held in a grantor trust related to our deferred compensation plan, a $.9 million write-off of pre-development costs, and an increase of $3.4 million from our acquisitions and new development completions of $4.8 million, a $3.1 million lease termination fee paid in 2017 and an increase of $1.7 million in costs associated with our deferred compensation plan, which is offset by our dispositions of $1.9$1.6 million.
Real Estate Taxes, net
The increase in net real estate taxes of $4.3$6.1 million is primarily attributable to our acquisitions and new development completions that totaled $2.8 million, as well as rate and valuation changes for the portfolio, which is offset by our dispositions of $.7 million.completions.
Interest Expense, net
Net interest expense decreased $6.1 million or 9.0%. The components of net interest expense were as follows (in thousands): 
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2016 2015
Gross interest expense$63,139
 $61,900
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt(2,037) 6,100
Amortization of debt deferred costs, net2,660
 2,482
Over-market mortgage adjustment(708) (608)
Capitalized interest(1,762) (2,517)
Total$61,292
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Impairment loss
The decreaseincrease in net interest expenseimpairment losses of $15.0 million is primarily attributable primarily to the $8.1 million decreaselosses in debt extinguishment activities within2017 associated with the respective periods. In 2016, a $2.0 million gain was realized as compared to a $6.1 million loss in 2015. Forcompleted or proposed disposition of four shopping centers, one 50% unconsolidated joint venture interest and the nine months ended September 30, 2016, the weighted average debt outstanding was $2.1 billion at a weighted average interest ratedisposition of 4.0% as compared to $2.0 billion outstanding at a weighted average interest rate of 4.2% in the same period of 2015.an unimproved land parcel.
Interest and Other Income
The decreaseincrease in interest and other income of $.4$2.5 million is primarily attributable to a $1.7 million litigation settlement received in 2015. Offsetting this decrease primarily is an increase in the fair value of assets held in a grantor trust related to our deferred compensation plan.
Gain on Sale and Acquisition of Real Estate Joint Venture and Partnership Interests
The gain in 2016 of $46.4$37.4 million is primarily attributable toassociated with the re-measurementremeasurement of our 51% unconsolidated real estate partnership interest to fair value associated with the exchange of properties among the partners and the fair value realization upon consolidation of our equity associated with the acquisition of a partner's 50% interest in a previously unconsolidated tenancy-in-common arrangement. The gain in 2015 of $.9 million is primarily attributable to our return of equity associated with an unconsolidated joint venture's disposition of its real estate property.partners.
Equity in Earnings of Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net
The increase of $1.4 million is primarily attributable to an increase of $2.8 million in our share of the gain on sale associated with disposition activities in the respective periods, which is offset by $1.4 million in costs associated with acquisition activities and bad debt reserves.
ProvisionBenefit (Provision) for Income Taxes
The increase of $6.7$8.5 million in the provisionbenefit for income taxes is attributable primarily to our taxable REIT subsidiarysubsidiary. In 2017, a tax benefit of $3.1 million was realized associated primarily with impairment losses and an NOL carryforward from dispositions as compared to a tax provision of $5.5 million in the same period of 2016 associated with the gain from the exchange of properties among the partners of an unconsolidated real estate joint venture and the dispositionventure.

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Capital Resources and Liquidity
Our primary operating liquidity needs are paying our common share dividends, maintaining and operating our existing properties, paying our debt service costs, excluding debt maturities, and funding capital expenditures. Under our 20162017 business plan, cash flows from operating activities are expected to meet these planned capital needs.
The primary sources of capital for funding any debt maturities, acquisitions, new developments and redevelopments are our excess cash flow generated by our operating properties; credit facilities; proceeds from both secured and unsecured debt issuances; proceeds from common and preferred equity issuances; and cash generated from the sale of property and the formation of joint ventures. Amounts outstanding under the unsecured revolving credit facility are retired as needed with proceeds from the issuance of long-term debt, common and preferred equity, cash generated from the disposition of properties and cash flow generated by our operating properties.
As of SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we had an available borrowing capacity of $367.1$294.4 million under our unsecured revolving credit facility, and our debt maturities for the remainder of 20162017 total $76.9$40.4 million. During March 2016, we amended our revolver agreement to, among other things, extend the maturity date to March 2020, with a provision to extend the maturity date for two consecutive six-month periods, at our option. Additionally, the facility also allows us to increase the facility amount up to $850 million. We intend to use this facility to fund acquisition, new development and redevelopment activities, and for general corporate purposes.
In August 2016, we issued $250 million of 3.25% senior unsecured notes maturing in 2026. The notes were issued at 99.16% of the principal amount with a yield to maturity of 3.35%. The net proceeds received of $246.3 million were used to reduce the amount outstanding under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility.
In August 2016, we established a new ATM equity offering program under which we may, but are not obligated to, sell up to $250 million of common shares, in amounts and at times as we determine, at prices determined by the market at the time of sale. The common shares under this new program include common shares having an aggregate gross sales price of up to $34.1 million previously registered but unsold under a prior ATM equity offering program. We intend to use the net proceeds from future sales for general trust purposes, which may include acquisitions and reducing borrowings under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility, repaying other indebtedness or repurchasing outstanding debt. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016, we sold 3,465,003 common shares with gross proceeds totaling $132.9 million. As of the date of this filing, $242.2 million of common shares remained available for sale under this ATM equity program.

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We have a $200 million share repurchase plan. Under this plan, we may repurchase common shares from time-to-time in open-market or in privately negotiated purchases based on management's evaluation of market conditions and other factors. As of the date of this filing, we have not repurchased any shares under this plan.
We believe net proceeds from these transactions and planned capital recycling, combined with our available capacity under the revolving credit and short-term borrowing facilities, will provide adequate liquidity to fund our capital needs, including acquisitions, redevelopments and new development activities. In the event our capital recycling program does not progress as expected, we believe other debt and equity alternatives are available to us. Although external market conditions are not within our control, we do not currently foresee any reason that would prevent us fromimpediment to our entering the capital markets if needed.
During 2016,the first six months of 2017, aggregate gross sales proceeds from our dispositions totaled $197.7$103.8 million, which were owned by us either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships. Operating cash flows from dispositionsassets disposed are included in net cash from operating activities in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, while proceeds from dispositionsthese disposals are included as investing activities.
We have non-recourse debt secured by acquired or developed properties held in several of our real estate joint ventures and partnerships. Off-balance sheet mortgage debt for our unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships totaled $314.3$300.8 million, of which our pro rata ownership is $113.6$109.5 million, at SeptemberJune 30, 2016.2017. Scheduled principal mortgage payments on this debt, excluding deferred debt costs and non-cash related items totaling $(.6)$(.7) million, at 100% are as follows (in millions): 
2016 remaining$1.3
201723.5
2017 remaining$3.0
20185.9
6.1
20196.2
6.4
202092.8
93.0
2021173.0
Thereafter185.2
20.0
Total$314.9
$301.5
We hedge the future cash flows of certain debt transactions, as well as changes in the fair value of our debt instruments, principally through interest rate swap contracts with major financial institutions. We generally have the right to sell or otherwise dispose of our assets except in certain cases where we are required to obtain our joint venture partners’ consent or a third party consent for assets held in special purpose entities that are 100% owned by us.
Investing Activities
Acquisitions
During 2016, we acquired four centers and other property with an aggregate gross purchase price of $494.8 million, either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, which includes the consolidation of a property from the acquisition of a partner's 50% interest in an unconsolidated tenancy-in-common arrangement and the realization of a $9.0 million gain on the fair value remeasurement of our equity method investment.
Dispositions
During 2016,the first six months of 2017, we sold 11seven centers and other property, including real estate assets owned through our interest in unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships. Our share of aggregate gross sales proceeds from these transactions totaled $197.7$103.8 million and generated our share of the gains of approximately $64.5 million.
Joint Venture
As of December 31, 2015, we held a combined 51% interest in an unconsolidated real estate joint venture that owned three centers in Colorado with total assets and debt of $43.7 million and $72.4 million, respectively. In February 2016, in exchange for our partners' aggregate 49% interest in this venture and $2.5 million in cash, we distributed one center to our partners. We have consolidated this venture as of the transaction date and re-measured our investment in this venture to its fair value, and recognized a gain of $37.4$42.4 million.

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New Development/Redevelopment
At SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we had twothree projects under development with aapproximately .3 million of total square footage of approximately .2 million, of which wefor retail and office space and 649 residential units, that were partially or wholly owned. We have funded $42.1$108.6 million through SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 on these projects. Upon completion, we expect our aggregate net investment in these multi-use projects to be $76.4$347.2 million. DuringEffective January 1, 2017, we stabilized the three months ended September 30, 2016, we sold our development in Raleigh, North Carolina, and effective January 1, 2016, we stabilized our development in Alexandria, Virginia,White Marsh, Maryland, moving it to our operating property portfolio. This development is 100% leased with an investment of $65$46 million and an 8% yield.
At SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we had 1317 redevelopment projects in which we plan to invest approximately $86.4$238.1 million, which includes a 30-story, high-rise residential tower at our River Oaks Shopping Center in Houston, Texas with an estimated investment of $150 million. Upon completion, the average projected stabilized return on our incremental investment on these redevelopment projects is expected to average around 11%. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016, we completed one redevelopment project that added approximately 6,700 incremental square feet7.5% to the total portfolio with an incremental investment totaling $1.4 million. Additionally, we began redevelopment activities on a shopping center in south Florida where we estimate a capital investment totaling $17 million.9.5%.
OurWe typically finance our new development and redevelopment projects are financed generally underwith proceeds from our unsecured revolving credit facility, as it is our general practice not to use third party construction financing. Management monitors amounts outstanding under our unsecured revolving credit facility and periodically pays down such balances using cash generated from operations, from debt issuances, from common and preferred share issuances and from the disposition of properties.
Capital Expenditures
Capital expenditures for additions to the existing portfolio, acquisitions, tenant improvements, new development, redevelopment and our share of investments in unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships are as follows (in thousands):
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 20152017 2016
Acquisitions$488,163
 $214,329
$
 $134,096
Tenant Improvements21,844
 15,274
11,071
 11,849
New Development13,580
 21,996
61,381
 13,580
Redevelopment21,873
 11,227
16,624
 13,784
Capital Improvements11,197
 5,478
10,945
 6,459
Other10,181
 5,816
1,332
 7,769
Total$566,838
 $274,120
$101,353
 $187,537
The decrease in capital expenditures is attributable primarily to the 2016 acquisition activity, which is offset by the increase in new development activity associated primarily to the purchase of the retail portion of a mixed-use project in Seattle, Washington and our share of the Columbia Pike land parcel acquisition in Arlington, Virginia.
For 2016, we anticipate2017, our acquisitions could possibly range from $50 million to total between $500 million and $525$150 million. Our new development and redevelopment investment for 20162017 is estimated to be approximately $50$125 million to $100$175 million. For 2016,2017, capital and tenant improvements is expected to be consistent with 20152016 expenditures. No assurances can be provided that our planned capitalany of these currently expected activities will occur. Further, we have entered into commitments aggregating $39.7$121.8 million comprised principally of construction contracts which are generally due in 12 to 36 months and anticipated to be funded under our unsecured revolving credit facility.
Capital expenditures for additions described above relate to cash flows from investing activities as follows(infollows (in thousands):
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 20152017 2016
Acquisition of real estate and land$438,286
 $187,069
$570
 $92,071
Development and capital improvements78,675
 59,791
72,908
 53,441
Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Investments49,877
 27,260
27,875
 42,025
Total$566,838
 $274,120
$101,353
 $187,537

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Capitalized soft costs, including payroll and other general and administrative costs, interest, insurance and real estate taxes, totaled $7.7$6.6 million and $7.9$4.6 million for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2017 and 2016, and 2015, respectively.

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Financing Activities
Debt
Total debt outstanding was $2.3 billion at SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 and included $2.2consists of $2.1 billion, including the effect of $200$200 million of interest rate swap contracts, which bearbears interest at fixed rates, and $151.8$222.2 million, which bearbears interest at variable rates. Additionally, of our total debt, $445.2$421.5 million was secured by operating centers while the remaining $1.9 billion was unsecured.
At SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we have a $500$500 million unsecured revolving credit facility, which expires in March 2020 and provides borrowing rates that float at a margin over LIBOR plus a facility fee. At SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, the borrowing margin and facility fee, which are priced off a grid that is tied to our senior unsecured credit ratings, were 90 and 15 basis points, respectively. The facility also contains a competitive bid feature that allows us to request bids for up to $250 million.$250 million. Additionally, an accordion feature allows us to increase the facility amount up to $850 million. As of November 4, 2016,July 28, 2017, we had $135.0$120.0 million outstanding, and the available balance was $360.1$374.4 million, net of $4.9$5.6 million in outstanding letters of credit.
Effective March 2015,At June 30, 2017, we entered into an agreement withhave a bank for a$10 million unsecured short-term unsecured facility totaling $20 million that we maintain for cash management purposes. We extended and amended this agreement to reduce the facility to $10 million on March 27, 2016. The facility, which matures in March 2017,2018, provides for fixed interest rate loans at a 30-day LIBOR rate plus borrowing margin, facility fee and an unused facility fee of 125, 10, and 105 basis points, respectively. As of November 4, 2016,July 28, 2017, we had $3.2$8.9 million amounts outstanding under this facility.
For the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, the maximum balance and weighted average balance outstanding under both facilities combined were $372.0$245.0 million and $133.7$189.9 million, respectively, at a weighted average interest rate of 1.4%1.7%.
In August 2016, we issued $250 million of 3.25% senior unsecured notes maturing in 2026. The notes were issued at 99.16% of the principal amount with a yield to maturity of 3.35%. The net proceeds received of $246.3 million were used to reduce the amount outstanding under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility.
In July 2016, to provide additional liquidity, we entered into a credit agreement for a $200 million unsecured term loan facility, which would have matured in July 2017, subject to a one year extension at our option. The credit agreement provided for floating rates at a margin over LIBOR that were priced off a grid tied to our senior unsecured credit ratings. This agreement terminated in September 2016, as no funds were borrowed under this agreement.
In June 2016, we amended an existing $90 million secured note to extend the maturity to 2028 and reduce the interest rate from 7.5% to 4.5% per annum. In connection with this transaction, we have recorded a $2.0 million gain on extinguishment of debt that has been classified as net interest expense in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.
Our five most restrictive covenants, composed from both our public debt and revolving credit facility, include debt to assets,asset, secured debt to assets,asset, fixed charge, unencumbered asset test and unencumbered interest coverage and debt yield ratios. We are not aware of any non-compliance with our public debt and revolving credit facility covenants as of SeptemberJune 30, 2016.2017.
Our most restrictive public debt covenant ratios, as defined in our indenture and supplemental indenture agreements, were as follows at SeptemberJune 30, 2016:2017:
Covenant Restriction Actual
Debt to Asset Ratio Less than 60.0% 44.1%43.4%
Secured Debt to Asset Ratio Less than 40.0% 8.4%8.0%
Annual ServiceFixed Charge Ratio Greater than 1.5 4.14.2
Unencumbered Asset Test Greater than 150% 241.4%245.6%
At SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, we had three interest rate swap contracts with an aggregate notional amount of $200 million that were designated as cash flow hedges. These contracts mature through March 2020 and fix the LIBOR component of the interest rates at 1.5%. We have determined that these contracts are highly effective in offsetting future variable interest cash flows.

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During 2016, we entered into and settled a forward-starting interest rate swap contract with an aggregate notional amount of $200 million hedging future fixed-rate debt issuances. This contract fixed the 10-year swap rate at 1.5% per annum. Upon settlement of this contract, we paid $2.1 million resulting in a loss of $2.0 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss.
Associated with the refinancing of a secured note, on June 24, 2016, we terminated two interest rate swap contracts that were designated as fair value hedges and had an aggregate notional amount of $62.9 million. Upon settlement, we received $2.2 million, which was recognized as part of the gain on extinguishment of debt related to the hedged debt.
We could be exposed to losses in the event of nonperformance by the counter-parties related to our interest rate swap contracts; however, management believes such nonperformance is unlikely.remote.
Equity
Our Board of Trust Managers approved the current quarter 2017 dividend of $.385 per common share, an increase in our thirdfrom $.365 per common share for the respective quarter 2016 quarterly dividend rate for our common shares from $.345 in 2015 to $.365 inof 2016. Common share dividends paid totaled $138.4$98.8 million during the first ninesix months of 2016.2017. Our dividend payout ratio (as calculated as dividends paid on common shares divided by core funds from operations attributable to common shareholders - basic) for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 approximated 64.9%, which include a deferred tax expense associated with the gain from the exchange properties among the partners62.7% (see Non-GAAP Financial Measures for additional information).

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In August 2016, we established a new
We have an ATM equity offering program under which we may, but are not obligated to, sell up to $250 million of common shares, in amounts and at times as we determine, at prices determined by the market at the time of sale. The common shares under this new program include common shares having an aggregate gross sales price of up to $34.1 million previously registered but unsold under a prior ATM equity offering program. We intend to use the net proceeds from future sales for general trust purposes, which may include acquisitions and reducing borrowings under our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility, repaying other indebtedness or repurchasing outstanding debt. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016, we sold 3,465,003 common shares with gross proceeds totaling $132.9 million. As of the date of this filing, $242.2 million of common shares remained available for sale under this ATM equity program.
We have a $200 million share repurchase plan. Under this plan, we may repurchase common shares from time-to-time in open-market or in privately negotiated purchases. The timing and amount of any shares repurchased will be determined by management based on its evaluation of market conditions and other factors. The repurchase plan may be suspended or discontinued at any time, and we have no obligations to repurchase any amount of our common shares under the plan. As of the date of this filing, we have not repurchased any shares under this plan.
We have an effective universal shelf registration statement which expires in September 2017.2017, which we intend to replace prior to its expiration. We will continue to closely monitor both the debt and equity markets and carefully consider our available financing alternatives, including both public offerings and private placements.

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Contractual Obligations
We have debt obligations related to our mortgage loans and unsecured debt, including any draws on our credit facilities. We have shopping centers that are subject to non-cancelable long-term ground leases where a third party owns and has leased the underlying land to us to construct and/or operate a shopping center. In addition, we have non-cancelable operating leases pertaining to office space from which we conduct our business. The table below excludes obligations related to our new development projects because such amounts are not fixed or determinable, and commitments aggregating $39.7$121.8 million comprised principally of construction contracts which are generally due in 12 to 36 months. The following table summarizes our primary contractual obligations as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 (in thousands):
Remaining            Payments due by period
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Thereafter TotalTotal Less than 1 year 1 - 3 years 3 - 5 years More than 5 years
Mortgages and Notes
Payable (1)
                      
Unsecured Debt$108,539
 $82,986
 $66,484
 $56,536
 $252,440
 $1,688,265
 $2,255,250
$2,220,944
 $45,355
 $126,460
 $508,044
 $1,541,085
Secured Debt5,978
 79,691
 82,839
 65,731
 42,429
 255,004
 531,672
514,601
 51,087
 156,580
 70,423
 236,511
Lease Payments779
 3,135
 3,114
 3,056
 2,725
 115,801
 128,610
127,635
 1,538
 6,140
 5,508
 114,449
Other Obligations (2)
22,020
 59,727
 
 
 
 
 81,747
68,217
 33,545
 34,672
    
Total Contractual
Obligations
$137,316
 $225,539
 $152,437
 $125,323
 $297,594
 $2,059,070
 $2,997,279
$2,931,397
 $131,525
 $323,852
 $583,975
 $1,892,045
 
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(1)Includes principal and interest with interest on variable-rate debt calculated using rates at SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, excluding the effect of interest rate swaps. Also, excludes a $69.8$67.1 million debt service guaranty liability. See Note 5 for additional information.
(2)Other obligations include income and real estate tax payments, commitments associated with our secured debt and other employee payments. Contributions to our retirement plan were fully funded for 2016,2017, and therefore are excluded from the above table. Included in 2017 is a purchase obligation of $24.0 million. See Note 1412 for additionaladdtional information.
Related to a development project in Sheridan, Colorado, we have provided a guaranty for the payment of any debt service shortfalls on tax increment revenue bonds issued in connection with the project. The Sheridan Redevelopment Agency issued Series A bonds used for an urban renewal project, of which $69.8$67.1 million remain outstanding at SeptemberJune 30, 2016.2017. The bonds are to be repaid with incremental sales and property taxes and a PIF to be assessed on current and future retail sales and, to the extent necessary, any amounts we may have to provide under a guaranty. The incremental taxes and PIF are to remain intact until the earlier of the payment of the bond liability in full or 2040. The debt associated with this guaranty has been recorded in our condensed consolidated financial statements as of SeptemberJune 30, 2016.2017.
Off-BalanceOff Balance Sheet Arrangements
As of SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, none of our off-balance sheet arrangements had a material effect on our liquidity or availability of, or requirement for, our capital resources. Letters of credit totaling $4.9$5.6 million were outstanding under the unsecured revolving credit facility at SeptemberJune 30, 2016.2017.

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We have entered into several unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships. Under many of these agreements, we and our joint venture partners are required to fund operating capital upon shortfalls in working capital. As operating manager of most of these entities, we have considered these funding requirements in our business plan.
Reconsideration events, including changes in variable interests, could cause us to consolidate these joint ventures and partnerships. We continuously evaluate these events as we become aware of them. Some triggers to be considered are additional contributions required by each partner and each partner’s ability to make those contributions. Under certain of these circumstances, we may purchase our partner’s interest. Our material unconsolidated real estate joint ventures are with entities which appear sufficiently stable; however, if market conditions were to deteriorate and our partners are unable to meet their commitments, there is a possibility we may have to consolidate these entities. If we were to consolidate all of our unconsolidated real estate joint ventures, we would continue to be in compliance with our debt covenants.
As of SeptemberJune 30, 2016,2017, one unconsolidated real estate joint venture was determined to be a VIE through the issuance of a secured loan, since the lender had the ability to make decisions that could have a significant impact on the profitability of the entity. Our maximum risk of loss associated with this VIE was limited to $34.0 million at SeptemberJune 30, 2016.

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We are working with a developer2017. Also at June 30, 2017, another joint venture arrangement for the future development of a mixed-use project inwas determined to be a VIE. We are not the state of Washingtonprimary beneficiary as the substantive participating rights associated with the entity are shared, and we do not have executed an agreementthe power to purchasedirect the retail portionsignificant activities of the entity. We anticipate funding approximately $101 million in equity and debt associated with the mixed-use project for approximately $24.0 million at closing, which is estimated to be in the second half of 2017.through 2020.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Certain of our key performance indicators are considered non-GAAP financial measures. Management uses these measures along with our GAAP financial statements in order to evaluate our operating results. We believe these additional measures provide users of our financial information additional comparable indicators of our industry, as well as, our performance.
Funds from Operations Attributable to Common Shareholders
The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (“NAREIT”) defines funds from operations attributable to common shareholders ("NAREIT FFO") as net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders computed in accordance with GAAP, excluding extraordinary items and gains or losses from sales of operating real estate assets and interests in real estate equity investments and their applicable taxes, plus depreciation and amortization of operating properties and impairment of depreciable real estate and in substance real estate equity investments, including our share of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships. We calculate NAREIT FFO in a manner consistent with the NAREIT definition.
We believe NAREIT FFO is a widely recognized measure of REIT operating performance which provides our shareholders with a relevant basis for comparison among other REITs. Management uses NAREIT FFO as a supplemental internal measure to conduct and evaluate our business because there are certain limitations associated with using GAAP net income by itself as the primary measure of our operating performance. Historical cost accounting for real estate assets in accordance with GAAP implicitly assumes that the value of real estate assets diminishes predictably over time. Since real estate values instead have historically risen or fallen with market conditions, management believes that the presentation of operating results for real estate companies that uses historical cost accounting is insufficient by itself. There can be no assurance that NAREIT FFO presented by us is comparable to similarly titled measures of other REITs.
We also present core funds from operations attributable to common shareholders (“Core FFO”) as an additional supplemental measure as it is more reflective of the core operating performance of our portfolio of properties. Core FFO is defined as NAREIT FFO excluding charges and gains related to non-cash, non-operating and other transactions or events that hinder the comparability of operating results. Specific examples of items excluded from Core FFO include, but are not limited to, gains or losses associated with the extinguishment of debt or other liabilities, impairments of land, transactional costs associated with acquisition and development activities, certain deferred tax provisions/benefits, redemption costs of preferred shares and gains on the disposal of non-real estate assets.
NAREIT FFO and Core FFO should not be considered as alternatives to net income or other measurements under GAAP as indicators of our operating performance or to cash flows from operating, investing or financing activities as measures of liquidity. NAREIT FFO and Core FFO do not reflect working capital changes, cash expenditures for capital improvements or principal payments on indebtedness.

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NAREIT FFO and Core FFO is calculated as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 2015 2016 20152017 2016 2017 2016
Net income attributable to common shareholders$51,901
 $43,401
 $194,791
 $113,560
$63,852
 $35,816
 $94,678
 $142,890
Depreciation and amortization41,965
 35,687
 117,693
 106,717
Depreciation and amortization of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships3,665
 3,624
 11,344
 10,602
Depreciation and amortization of real estate41,951
 39,010
 84,139
 76,691
Depreciation and amortization of real estate of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships3,548
 3,993
 7,187
 7,679
Impairment of operating properties and real estate equity investments
 
 
 153
2
 
 12,007
 
Impairment of operating properties of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships
 
 326
 1,497

 
 
 326
Gain on acquisition including associated real estate equity investment(9,015) 
 (46,398) 

 
 
 (37,383)
Gain on sale of property and interests in real estate equity investments(15,882) (13,214) (61,375) (44,684)(31,970) (402) (47,718) (45,557)
Gain on dispositions of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships(16) 
 (3,155) (615)(1,950) (3,139) (1,950) (3,139)
Provision (benefit) for income taxes (1)
378
 
 (2,014) 
Noncontrolling Interests (2)
3,045
 (457) 6,414
 (899)
Other
 
 (8) (4)(8) (8) (8) (8)
NAREIT FFO – basic72,618
 69,498
 213,218
 187,226
78,848
 74,813
 152,735
 140,600
Income attributable to operating partnership units499
 472
 1,497
 1,432
526
 499
 1,052
 998
NAREIT FFO – diluted73,117
 69,970
 214,715
 188,658
79,374
 75,312
 153,787
 141,598
Adjustments to Core FFO:              
Redemption costs of preferred shares
 
 
 9,749
Deferred tax expense, net1,129
 
 7,024
 
Other impairment loss12
 
 3,029
 43
(Benefit) provision for income taxes
 
 (952) 5,895
Acquisition costs560
 356
 1,160
 702

 245
 
 600
Other impairment loss, net of tax
 
 43
 
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt
 
 (1,679) 6,100
Other, net of tax807
 
 271
 (1,161)
Gain on extinguishment of debt
 (1,679) 
 (1,679)
Other(162) (294) 2,904
 (536)
Core FFO – diluted$75,613
 $70,326
 $221,534
 $204,048
$79,224
 $73,584
 $158,768
 $145,921
              
Weighted average shares outstanding – basic127,304
 123,349
 125,569
 122,929
127,788
 125,791
 127,700
 124,692
Effect of dilutive securities:              
Share options and awards1,022
 1,222
 1,100
 1,303
848
 1,053
 894
 1,136
Operating partnership units1,462
 1,462
 1,462
 1,476
1,459
 1,462
 1,460
 1,462
Weighted average shares outstanding – diluted129,788
 126,033
 128,131
 125,708
130,095
 128,306
 130,054
 127,290
              
NAREIT FFO per common share – basic$.57
 $.56
 $1.70
 $1.52
$.62
 $.59
 $1.20
 $1.13
              
NAREIT FFO per common share – diluted$.56
 $.56
 $1.68
 $1.50
$.61
 $.59
 $1.18
 $1.11
              
Core FFO per common share – diluted$.58
 $.56
 $1.73
 $1.62
$.61
 $.57
 $1.22
 $1.15
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(1) Effective January 1, 2017 includes the applicable taxes related to gains and impairments of operating properties.
(2) Related to gains, impairments and depreciation on operating properties, where applicable.

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Same Property Net Operating Income
We consider SPNOI an important additional financial measure because it reflects only those income and expense items that are incurred at the property level, and when compared across periods, reflects the impact on operations from trends in occupancy rates, rental rates and operating costs. We calculate this most useful measurement by determining our proportional share of SPNOI from all owned properties, including our share of SPNOI from unconsolidated joint ventures and partnerships, which cannot be readily determined under GAAP measurements and presentation. Although SPNOI is a widely used measure among REITs, there can be no assurance that SPNOI presented by us is comparable to similarly titled measures of other REITs. Additionally, we do not control these unconsolidated joint ventures and partnerships, and the assets, liabilities, revenues or expenses of these joint ventures and partnerships, as presented, do not represent our legal claim to such items.
Properties are included in the SPNOI calculation if they are owned and operated for the entirety of the most recent two fiscal year periods, except for properties for which significant redevelopment or expansion occurred during either of the periods presented, and properties classified as discontinued operations. While there is judgment surrounding changes in designations, we move new development and redevelopment properties once they have stabilized, which is typically upon attainment of 90% occupancy. A rollforward of the properties included in our same property designation is as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30, 2016
 Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2016
Three Months Ended
June 30, 2017
 Six Months Ended
June 30, 2017
Beginning of the period203
 206
201
 193
Properties added:      
Acquisitions
 1

 4
New Developments
 1
Redevelopments
 11

 6
Other
 1
Properties removed:      
Dispositions(2) (10)(4) (7)
Redevelopments
 (5)
Other(1) (4)
End of the period200
 200
197
 197

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We calculate SPNOI using operating income as defined by GAAP excluding property management fees, certain non-cash revenues and expenses such as straight-line rental revenue and the related reversal of such amounts upon early lease termination, depreciation, amortization, impairment losses, general and administrative expenses, acquisition costs and other items such as lease cancellation income, environmental abatement costs, demolition expenses and demolition expenses.lease termination fees. Consistent with the capital treatment of such costs under GAAP, tenant improvements, leasing commissions and other direct leasing costs are excluded from SPNOI. A reconciliation of net income attributable to common shareholders to SPNOI is as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
2016 2015 2016 20152017 2016 2017 2016
Net income attributable to common shareholders$51,901
 $43,401
 $194,791
 $113,560
$63,852
 $35,816
 $94,678
 $142,890
Add:              
Redemption costs of preferred shares
 
 
 9,687
Dividends on preferred shares
 
 
 3,830
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests9,436
 1,787
 12,864
 5,119
5,341
 1,835
 10,911
 3,428
Provision (benefit) for income taxes1,105
 (144) 7,020
 291
747
 16
 (2,612) 5,915
Interest expense, net21,843
 20,607
 61,292
 67,357
20,473
 18,558
 41,555
 39,449
Less:              
Gain on sale of property(22,108) (13,232) (68,298) (43,917)(32,224) (1,033) (47,987) (46,190)
Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnership interests(4,373) (5,096) (15,111) (13,680)(7,430) (6,645) (12,747) (10,738)
Gain on sale and acquisition of real estate joint venture and partnership interests(9,015) 
 (46,407) (879)
 
 
 (37,392)
Interest and other (income) expense(1,268) 888
 (1,840) (2,252)
Interest and other income(1,286) (361) (3,040) (572)
Operating Income47,521
 48,211
 144,311
 139,116
49,473
 48,186
 80,758
 96,790
Less:              
Revenue adjustments (1)
(4,152) (2,764) (11,405) (9,103)(4,111) (3,526) (8,220) (7,253)
Add:              
Property management fees617
 691
 2,173
 2,278
655
 598
 1,580
 1,557
Depreciation and amortization42,064
 36,327
 119,161
 108,929
42,157
 39,218
 84,606
 77,097
Impairment loss
 
 43
 153
26
 
 15,012
 43
General and administrative7,187
 6,188
 20,073
 20,021
6,514
 6,388
 14,030
 12,886
Acquisition costs513
 364
 736
 665

 174
 1
 223
Other (2)
246
 158
 318
 289
164
 (76) 3,281
 93
Net Operating Income93,996
 89,175
 275,410
 262,348
94,878
 90,962
 191,048
 181,436
Less: NOI related to consolidated entities not defined as same property and noncontrolling interests(12,003) (10,088) (31,120) (26,207)(8,739) (6,998) (18,557) (13,951)
Add: Pro rata share of unconsolidated entities defined as same property8,165
 8,116
 24,051
 23,987
8,402
 8,215
 16,811
 16,297
Same Property Net Operating Income$90,158
 $87,203
 $268,341
 $260,128
94,541
 92,179
 189,302
 183,782
Less: Redevelopment Net Operating Income(8,545) (7,986) (17,486) (16,020)
Same Property Net Operating Income excluding Redevelopments$85,996
 $84,193
 $171,816
 $167,762
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(1)Revenue adjustments consist primarily of straight-line rentals, lease cancellation income and fee income primarily from real estate joint ventures and partnerships.
(2)Other includes items such as environmental abatement costs, demolition expenses and demolition expenses.lease termination fees.
Newly Issued Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 2 to our condensed consolidated financial statements in Item 1 for additional information related to recent accounting pronouncements.

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ITEM 3.    Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
We use fixed and floating-rate debt to finance our capital requirements. These transactions expose us to market risk related to changes in interest rates. Derivative financial instruments are used to manage a portion of this risk, primarily interest rate contracts with major financial institutions. These agreements expose us to credit risk in the event of non-performance by the counter-parties. We do not engage in the trading of derivative financial instruments in the normal course of business. At SeptemberJune 30, 20162017, we had fixed-rate debt of $2.22.1 billion, after adjusting for the net effect of $200 million notional amount of interest rate contracts, and variable-rate debt of $151.8222.2 million. In the event interest rates were to increase 100 basis points and holding all other variables constant, annual net income and cash flows for the following year would decrease by approximately $1.5$2.2 million associated with our variable-rate debt, including the effect of the interest rate contracts. The effect of the 100 basis points increase would decrease the fair value of our variable-rate and fixed-rate debt by approximately $7.0$9.0 million and $136.9$119.0 million, respectively.
ITEM 4.    Controls and Procedures
Under the supervision and with the participation of our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, management has evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017. Based on that evaluation, our principal executive officer and our principal financial officer have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of SeptemberJune 30, 20162017.
During the quarter ended September 30, 2016, we implemented a new enterprise resource planning system to improve standardization and efficiency. Other than our system upgrade, which we believe strengthens our system of internal controls, thereThere has been no change to our internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended SeptemberJune 30, 20162017 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
PART II-OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1.     Legal Proceedings
We are involved in various matters of litigation arising in the normal course of business. While we are unable to predict the amounts involved, our management and counsel believe that when such litigation is resolved, our resulting liability, if any, will not have a material effect on our condensed consolidated financial statements.
ITEM 1A.  Risk Factors
We have no material changes to the risk factors discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20152016.
ITEM 2.     Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
Repurchases of our common shares for the quarter ended June 30, 2017 are as follows:
  (a) (b) (c) (d)
Period 
Total
Number
of Shares
Purchased (1)
 
Average
Price Paid
Per Share
 
Total Number
of Shares
Purchased
as Part of
Publicly
Announced
Program
 
Maximum
Number of
Shares that
May Yet be
Purchased
Under the
Program
May 1, 2017 to May 31, 2017 92
 $31.18
    
June 1, 2017 to June 30, 2017 36
 30.49
    
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(1)Common shares surrendered or deemed surrendered to us to satisfy such employees' tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting and/or exercise of awards under our equity-based compensation plans.

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We have a $200 million share repurchase plan. Under this plan, we may repurchase common shares from time-to-time in open-market or in privately negotiated purchases. The timing and amount of any shares repurchased will be determined by management based on its evaluation of market conditions and other factors. The repurchase plan may be suspended or discontinued at any time, and we have no obligations to repurchase any amount of our common shares under the plan. As of the date of this filing, we have not repurchased any shares under this plan.
ITEM 3.     Defaults Upon Senior Securities
None.
ITEM 4.     Mine Safety Disclosures
Not applicable.
ITEM 5.     Other Information
Not applicable.
ITEM 6.     Exhibits
The exhibits required by this item are set forth on the Exhibit Index attached hereto.

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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
 WEINGARTEN REALTY INVESTORS
 (Registrant)
   
 By:/s/ Andrew M. Alexander
  Andrew M. Alexander
  President and Chief Executive Officer
   
 By:/s/ Joe D. Shafer
  Joe D. Shafer
  Senior Vice President/Chief Accounting Officer
  (Principal Accounting Officer)
DATE: November 9, 2016August 2, 2017

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EXHIBIT INDEX
(a) Exhibits:
   
4.1Form of 3.25% Senior Note due 2026 (filed as Exhibit 4.1 to WRI’s Form 8-K on August 11, 2016 and incorporated herein by reference).
31.1*Certification pursuant to Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (Chief Executive Officer).
31.2*Certification pursuant to Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (Chief Financial Officer).
32.1**Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1350, as adopted pursuant to Sec. 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (Chief Executive Officer).
32.2**Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1350, as adopted pursuant to Sec. 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (Chief Financial Officer).
101.INS**XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH**XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL**XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEF**XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
101.LAB**XBRL Taxonomy Extension Labels Linkbase Document
101.PRE**XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
   
*Filed with this report. 
**Furnished with this report. 
Management contract or compensation plan or arrangement.



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