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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2020

or

September 30, 2019TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

or
TRANSITION 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)

Texas

74-1464203

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,

Texas

77292-4133

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

(713)

866-6000

(Registrant'sRegistrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable

(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

Not Applicable
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each Class

Trading
Symbol(s)

Name of Each Exchange on
Which Registered

Common Shares of Beneficial Interest, $.03 par value

WRI

New York Stock Exchange

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. YesNo

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted 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 such files). YesNo

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer

Accelerated filer

Non-accelerated filer

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).   YesNo

As of October 28, 2019,July 30, 2020, there were 128,673,480128,103,123 common shares of beneficial interest of Weingarten Realty Investors, $.03 par value, outstanding.



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PART I.

Financial Information:

Page Number

PART I.

Financial Information:

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Item 1.

Item 2.

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Item 3.

Item 4.

PART II.

Other Information:

Item 1.

Item 1A.

Item 2.

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Item 3.

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Item 4.

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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,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Revenues:       
Rentals, net$117,378
 $125,586
 $356,666
 $393,471
Other3,984
 3,204
 10,494
 9,857
Total Revenues121,362
 128,790
 367,160
 403,328
Operating Expenses:       
Depreciation and amortization33,380
 38,042
 102,319
 126,558
Operating22,912
 22,555
 69,927
 69,929
Real estate taxes, net15,205
 17,601
 47,072
 52,706
Impairment loss
 2,398
 74
 2,398
General and administrative8,432
 5,971
 26,893
 17,715
Total Operating Expenses79,929
 86,567
 246,285
 269,306
Other Income (Expense):

 

 

 

Interest expense, net(13,820) (15,996) (44,062) (47,685)
Interest and other income, net1,104
 1,847
 7,409
 4,735
Gain on sale of property74,115
 17,079
 143,963
 173,077
Total Other Income61,399
 2,930
 107,310
 130,127
Income Before Income Taxes and Equity in Earnings of Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships102,832
 45,153
 228,185
 264,149
(Provision) Benefit for Income Taxes(21) 99
 (682) (1,368)
Equity in Earnings of Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net5,698
 8,022
 17,780
 19,333
Net Income108,509
 53,274
 245,283
 282,114
Less: Net Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests(1,767) (10,293) (5,066) (14,020)
Net Income Attributable to Common Shareholders$106,742
 $42,981
 $240,217
 $268,094
Earnings Per Common Share - Basic:       
Net income attributable to common shareholders$.83
 $.34
 $1.88
 $2.10
Earnings Per Common Share - Diluted:       
Net income attributable to common shareholders$.82
 $.34
 $1.86
 $2.08

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

    

2020

    

2019

Revenues:

 

  

 

  

Rentals, net

 

$

95,813

$

119,462

$

203,863

$

239,288

Other

2,322

3,198

5,624

6,510

Total Revenues

98,135

122,660

209,487

245,798

Operating Expenses:

Depreciation and amortization

37,627

34,967

74,283

68,939

Operating

19,978

22,767

43,138

47,015

Real estate taxes, net

15,733

15,736

30,741

31,867

Impairment loss

44

74

General and administrative

12,920

8,880

15,227

18,461

Total Operating Expenses

86,258

82,350

163,433

166,356

Other Income (Expense):

Interest expense, net

(15,776)

(14,953)

(30,378)

(30,242)

Interest and other income (expense), net

5,293

1,921

(535)

6,305

Gain on sale of property

7,898

52,061

21,474

69,848

Total Other (Expense) Income

(2,585)

39,029

(9,439)

45,911

Income Before Income Taxes and Equity in Earnings of Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships

9,292

79,339

36,615

125,353

Provision for Income Taxes

(343)

(484)

(515)

(661)

Equity in Earnings of Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net

3,428

6,665

30,525

12,082

Net Income

12,377

85,520

66,625

136,774

Less: Net Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests

(1,009)

(1,711)

(2,635)

(3,299)

Net Income Attributable to Common Shareholders

$

11,368

$

83,809

$

63,990

$

133,475

Earnings Per Common Share - Basic:

 

 

 

 

Net income attributable to common shareholders

$

0.09

$

0.66

$

0.50

$

1.04

Earnings Per Common Share - Diluted:

 

 

 

 

Net income attributable to common shareholders

$

0.09

$

0.65

$

0.50

$

1.03

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,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Net Income$108,509
 $53,274
 $245,283
 $282,114
Cumulative effect adjustment of new accounting standards
 
 
 (1,541)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss):       
Net unrealized gain on derivatives
 
 
 1,379
Reclassification adjustment of derivatives and designated hedges into net income(223) (224) (663) (4,078)
Retirement liability adjustment305
 325
 892
 903
Total82
 101
 229
 (1,796)
Comprehensive Income108,591
 53,375
 245,512
 278,777
Comprehensive Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests(1,767) (10,293) (5,066) (14,020)
Comprehensive Income Adjusted for Noncontrolling Interests$106,824
 $43,082
 $240,446
 $264,757

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

    

2020

    

2019

Net Income

$

12,377

$

85,520

$

66,625

$

136,774

Other Comprehensive Income:

  

  

  

  

Reclassification adjustment of derivatives and designated hedges into net income

(224)

(221)

(445)

(440)

Retirement liability adjustment

273

299

570

587

Total

49

78

125

147

Comprehensive Income

12,426

85,598

66,750

136,921

Comprehensive Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests

(1,009)

(1,711)

(2,635)

(3,299)

Comprehensive Income Adjusted for Noncontrolling Interests

$

11,417

$

83,887

$

64,115

$

133,622

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,
2019
 December 31,
2018
ASSETS   
Property$4,026,900
 $4,105,068
Accumulated Depreciation(1,118,148) (1,108,188)
Property, net *2,908,752
 2,996,880
Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net422,795
 353,828
Total3,331,547
 3,350,708
Unamortized Lease Costs, net126,729
 142,014
Accrued Rent, Accrued Contract Receivables and Accounts Receivable (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $6,855 in 2018) *79,277
 97,924
Cash and Cash Equivalents *124,406
 65,865
Restricted Deposits and Escrows62,274
 10,272
Other, net188,357
 160,178
Total Assets$3,912,590
 $3,826,961
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY   
Debt, net *$1,736,803
 $1,794,684
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses124,059
 113,175
Other, net199,251
 168,403
Total Liabilities2,060,113
 2,076,262
Commitments and Contingencies (see Note 14)
 
Equity:   
Shareholders’ Equity:   
Common Shares of Beneficial Interest - par value, $.03 per share;
shares authorized: 275,000; shares issued and outstanding:
128,673 in 2019 and 128,333 in 2018
3,904
 3,893
Additional Paid-In Capital1,778,828
 1,766,993
Net Income Less Than Accumulated Dividends(98,681) (186,431)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss(10,320) (10,549)
Total Shareholders’ Equity1,673,731
 1,573,906
Noncontrolling Interests178,746
 176,793
Total Equity1,852,477
 1,750,699
Total Liabilities and Equity$3,912,590
 $3,826,961
* Consolidated variable interest entities' assets and debt included in the above balances (see Note 15):
Property, net$197,312
 $198,466
Accrued Rent, Accrued Contract Receivables and Accounts Receivable, net9,825
 12,220
Cash and Cash Equivalents10,388
 8,243
Debt, net45,191
 45,774

    

June 30, 

    

December 31, 

2020

2019

ASSETS

  

  

Property

$

4,202,337

$

4,145,249

Accumulated Depreciation

(1,156,304)

(1,110,675)

Property Held for Sale, net

24,421

Property, net *

3,070,454

3,034,574

Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net

401,724

427,947

Total

3,472,178

3,462,521

Unamortized Lease Costs, net

146,620

148,479

Accrued Rent, Accrued Contract Receivables and Accounts Receivable (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $13,839 in 2020) *

73,760

83,639

Cash and Cash Equivalents *

14,203

41,481

Restricted Deposits and Escrows

14,063

13,810

Other, net

186,385

188,004

Total Assets

$

3,907,209

$

3,937,934

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

 

  

 

  

Debt, net *

$

1,743,194

$

1,732,338

Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses

97,776

111,666

Other, net

210,507

217,770

Total Liabilities

2,051,477

2,061,774

Commitments and Contingencies (see Note 12)

Equity:

  

  

Shareholders' Equity:

  

  

Common Shares of Beneficial Interest - par value, $.03 per share; shares authorized: 275,000; shares issued and outstanding:128,103 in 2020 and 128,702 in 2019

3,890

3,905

Additional Paid-In Capital

1,767,972

1,779,986

Net Income Less Than Accumulated Dividends

(85,008)

(74,293)

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

(11,158)

(11,283)

Total Shareholders' Equity

1,675,696

1,698,315

Noncontrolling Interests

180,036

177,845

Total Equity

1,855,732

1,876,160

Total Liabilities and Equity

$

3,907,209

$

3,937,934

* Consolidated variable interest entities' assets and debt included in the above balances (see Note 13):

 

  

 

  

Property, net

$

195,886

$

196,636

Accrued Rent, Accrued Contract Receivables and Accounts Receivable, net

9,071

10,548

Cash and Cash Equivalents

9,757

8,135

Debt, net

44,589

44,993

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,
 2019 2018
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:   
Net Income$245,283
 $282,114
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:   
Depreciation and amortization102,319
 126,558
Amortization of debt deferred costs and intangibles, net2,437
 2,354
Non-cash lease expense916
 
Impairment loss74
 2,398
Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships, net(17,780) (19,333)
Gain on sale of property(143,963) (173,077)
Distributions of income from real estate joint ventures and partnerships14,909
 12,817
Changes in accrued rent, accrued contract receivables and accounts receivable, net14,206
 3,459
Changes in unamortized lease costs and other assets, net(8,260) (10,697)
Changes in accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities, net(3,633) (1,858)
Other, net2,643
 (10,133)
Net cash provided by operating activities209,151
 214,602
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:   
Acquisition of real estate and land, net(54,069) (1,265)
Development and capital improvements(130,857) (112,927)
Proceeds from sale of property and real estate equity investments, net358,531
 372,439
Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Investments(68,200) (25,731)
Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Distribution of capital2,344
 4,487
Proceeds from investments10,125
 1,500
Other, net49
 5,180
Net cash provided by investing activities117,923
 243,683
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:   
Proceeds from issuance of debt
 638
Principal payments of debt(54,226) (255,472)
Changes in unsecured credit facilities(5,000) 
Proceeds from issuance of common shares of beneficial interest, net844
 6,729
Repurchase of common shares of beneficial interest, net
 (18,564)
Common share dividends paid(152,467) (152,110)
Debt issuance and extinguishment costs paid(316) (1,189)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests(3,807) (15,063)
Contributions from noncontrolling interests326
 1,324
Other, net(1,885) 869
Net cash used in financing activities(216,531) (432,838)
Net increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents110,543
 25,447
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents at January 176,137
 21,334
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents at September 30$186,680
 $46,781
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:   
Cash paid for interest (net of amount capitalized of $9,897 and $5,387, respectively)$45,757
 $53,890
Cash paid for income taxes$1,456
 $1,515
Cash paid for amounts included in operating lease liabilities$2,215
 $

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

Cash Flows from Operating Activities:

  

  

Net Income

$

66,625

$

136,774

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

74,283

68,939

Amortization of debt deferred costs and intangibles, net

1,392

1,627

Non-cash lease expense

641

602

Impairment loss

44

74

Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships, net

(30,525)

(12,082)

Gain on sale of property

(21,474)

(69,848)

Uncollectible revenue allowance

11,429

Distributions of income from real estate joint ventures and partnerships

18,418

9,508

Changes in accrued rent, accrued contract receivables and accounts receivable, net

(1,812)

20,361

Changes in unamortized lease costs and other assets, net

(1,925)

(11,791)

Changes in accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities, net

(10,076)

(11,882)

Other, net

1,672

2,404

Net cash provided by operating activities

108,692

134,686

Cash Flows from Investing Activities:

Acquisition of real estate and land, net

(25,506)

(52,659)

Development and capital improvements

(78,258)

(95,895)

Proceeds from sale of property and real estate equity investments, net

58,448

194,394

Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Investments

(4,391)

(24,355)

Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Distribution of capital

17,520

2,340

Proceeds from investments

9,125

Other, net

(1,513)

3,019

Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities

(33,700)

35,969

Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

Principal payments of debt

(20,123)

(3,173)

Changes in unsecured credit facilities

12,000

(5,000)

Proceeds from issuance of common shares of beneficial interest, net

208

764

Repurchase of common shares of beneficial interest, net

(18,219)

Common share dividends paid

(73,994)

(101,641)

Debt issuance and extinguishment costs paid

(6)

(310)

Distributions to noncontrolling interests

(1,594)

(3,161)

Contributions from noncontrolling interests

1,150

326

Other, net

(1,439)

(1,521)

Net cash used in financing activities

(102,017)

(113,716)

Net (decrease) increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents

(27,025)

56,939

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents at January 1

55,291

76,137

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents at June 30

$

28,266

$

133,076

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:

 

 

Cash paid for interest (net of amount capitalized of $4,573 and $6,204, respectively)

$

29,094

$

28,995

Cash paid for income taxes

$

793

$

1,456

Cash paid for amounts included in operating lease liabilities

$

1,555

$

1,565

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)

    

Six Months Ended June 30, 2020

    

Common

    

    

Net Income

    

Accumulated

    

    

Shares of

Additional

Less Than

Other

Beneficial

Paid-In

Accumulated

Comprehensive

Noncontrolling

Interest

Capital

Dividends

Loss

Interests

Total

Balance, January 1, 2020

$

3,905

$

1,779,986

$

(74,293)

$

(11,283)

$

177,845

$

1,876,160

Net income

52,622

  

1,626

54,248

Shares repurchased and cancelled

(25)

(18,194)

(18,219)

Shares issued under benefit plans, net

10

5,767

  

  

5,777

Cumulative effect adjustment of accounting standards

(711)

(711)

Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)

(50,935)

  

  

(50,935)

Distributions to noncontrolling interests

  

  

(1,301)

(1,301)

Contributions from noncontrolling interests

1,150

1,150

Other comprehensive income

  

76

  

76

Balance, March 31, 2020

3,890

1,767,559

(73,317)

(11,207)

179,320

1,866,245

Net income

11,368

  

1,009

12,377

Shares issued under benefit plans, net

413

  

  

413

Dividends paid – common shares ($.18 per share)

(23,059)

  

  

(23,059)

Distributions to noncontrolling interests

  

(293)

(293)

Other comprehensive income

  

49

  

49

Balance, June 30, 2020

$

3,890

$

1,767,972

$

(85,008)

$

(11,158)

$

180,036

$

1,855,732

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 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019
 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, 2019$3,893
 $1,766,993
 $(186,431) $(10,549) $176,793
 $1,750,699
Net income    49,666
   1,588
 51,254
Shares issued under benefit plans, net10
 8,141
       8,151
Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)    (50,816)     (50,816)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests        (1,572) (1,572)
Contributions from noncontrolling interests        326
 326
Other comprehensive income      69
   69
Other, net  1,955
     368
 2,323
Balance, March 31, 20193,903
 1,777,089
 (187,581) (10,480) 177,503
 1,760,434
Net income    83,809
   1,711
 85,520
Shares issued under benefit plans, net1
 1,231
       1,232
Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)    (50,825)     (50,825)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests        (1,589) (1,589)
Other comprehensive income      78
   78
Balance, June 30, 20193,904
 1,778,320
 (154,597) (10,402) 177,625
 1,794,850
Net income    106,742
   1,767
 108,509
Shares issued under benefit plans, net  508
       508
Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)    (50,826)     (50,826)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests        (646) (646)
Other comprehensive income      82
   82
Balance, September 30, 2019$3,904
 $1,778,828
 $(98,681) $(10,320) $178,746
 $1,852,477

    

Six Months Ended June 30, 2019

Common

    

    

Net Income

    

Accumulated

    

    

Shares of

Additional

Less Than

Other

Beneficial

Paid-In

Accumulated

Comprehensive

Noncontrolling

Interest

Capital

Dividends

Loss

Interests

Total

Balance, January 1, 2019

$

3,893

$

1,766,993

$

(186,431)

$

(10,549)

$

176,793

$

1,750,699

Net income

49,666

  

1,588

51,254

Shares issued under benefit plans, net

10

8,141

  

  

8,151

Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)

(50,816)

  

(50,816)

Distributions to noncontrolling interests

  

  

(1,572)

(1,572)

Contributions from noncontrolling interests

326

326

Other comprehensive income

  

69

69

Other, net

1,955

368

2,323

Balance, March 31, 2019

3,903

1,777,089

(187,581)

(10,480)

177,503

1,760,434

Net income

83,809

  

1,711

85,520

Shares issued under benefit plans, net

1

1,231

  

  

1,232

Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)

(50,825)

  

  

(50,825)

Distributions to noncontrolling interests

  

  

(1,589)

(1,589)

Other comprehensive income

  

78

  

78

Balance, June 30, 2019

$

3,904

$

1,778,320

$

(154,597)

$

(10,402)

$

177,625

$

1,794,850

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 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2018
 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, 2018$3,897
 $1,772,066
 $(137,065) $(6,170) $177,114
 $1,809,842
Net income    146,824
   2,145
 148,969
Shares repurchased and cancelled(9) (8,099)       (8,108)
Shares issued under benefit plans, net7
 5,339
       5,346
Cumulative effect adjustment of new accounting standards    5,497
 (1,541)   3,956
Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)    (50,836)     (50,836)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests        (884) (884)
Contributions from noncontrolling interests        41
 41
Other comprehensive loss      (1,983)   (1,983)
Balance, March 31, 20183,895
 1,769,306
 (35,580) (9,694) 178,416
 1,906,343
Net income    78,289
   1,582
 79,871
Shares repurchased and cancelled(11) (10,445)       (10,456)
Shares issued under benefit plans, net2
 2,096
       2,098
Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)    (50,587)     (50,587)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests        (3,709) (3,709)
Contributions from noncontrolling interests        348
 348
Other comprehensive income      86
   86
Balance, June 30, 20183,886
 1,760,957
 (7,878) (9,608) 176,637
 1,923,994
Net income    42,981
   10,293
 53,274
Shares issued under benefit plans, net7
 5,571
       5,578
Dividends paid – common shares ($.395 per share)    (50,687)     (50,687)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests        (10,470) (10,470)
Contributions from noncontrolling interests        935
 935
Other comprehensive income      101
   101
Other, net        (4) (4)
Balance, September 30, 2018$3,893
 $1,766,528
 $(15,584) $(9,507) $177,391
 $1,922,721

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 of shopping centers and other commercial real estate in 1948.1948. Our primary business is leasing space to tenants in the shopping centers we own or lease. 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 33.031.4 million square feet of gross leasable area that is either owned by us or others. We have a diversified tenant base, with our largest tenant comprising only 2.4%2.6% of base minimum rental revenues during the first ninesix months of 2019.2020. Total revenues generated by our centers located in Houston and its surrounding areas was 20.0%20.1% of total revenue for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, and an additional 9.2%9.6% of total revenue was generated during this period from centers that are located in other parts of Texas. Also, in Florida and California, an additional 19.7%20.9% and 18.1%17.3%, respectively, of total revenue was generated during the first ninesix months of 2019.2020.

In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”) a pandemic. The impact of COVID-19 continues to evolve and most cities and states have imposed measures to control its spread including social distancing and limiting group gatherings. These measures have created risks and uncertainties surrounding our operations and geographic concentrations. The pandemic has resulted in, at certain locations, the closure or limited operations of non-essential businesses and consumer/employee stay-at-home provisions. Given this continually evolving situation, the duration and severity of these matters and their ultimate effect are uncertain at this time.

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, 20182019 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, 2018.

2019.

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.statements (see Note 15).

Leases

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As part of our operations, we are primarily a lessor of commercial retail space. In certain instances, we are also a lessee, primarily of ground leases associated with our operations. Our contracts are reviewed to determine if they qualify as a lease. A contract is determined to be a lease when the right to obtain substantially all of the economic benefits and to direct the use of an identified asset is transferred to a customer over a defined period of time for consideration. During this review, we evaluate among other items, asset specification, substitution rights, purchase options, operating rights and control over the asset during the contract period.
We have elected accounting policy practical expedients, both as a lessor and a lessee, to not separate any nonlease components (primarily common area maintenance) within a lease contract for all classes of underlying assets (primarily real estate assets). We have determined to account for both the lease and nonlease components as a single component when the lease component is the predominate component of a contract. As a lessor, we have further determined that this policy will be effective only on a lease that has been classified as an operating lease and the revenue recognition pattern and timing is the same for both types of components. Therefore, Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") No. 842, “Leases” will be applied to these lease contracts for both types of components. Additionally, for lessee leases, we have also elected not to apply the overall balance sheet recognition requirements to short-term leases.

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Significant judgments

Leases

In April 2020, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") published a Staff Q&A regarding Accounting for Lease Concessions Related to the Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the pandemic is expected to result in numerous tenant rent and assumptions are inherentlease concessions, the intent of the publication was to provide relief to lessors in not only determining if a contract containsassessing whether a lease but alsomodification exists. The FASB publication provides for an election to bypass the lease classification, terms, payments,lease-by-lease analysis and if needed, discount rates. Judgments include the nature of any options with the determination if they will be exercised, evaluation of implicit discount rates, assessment and consideration of “fixed” payments for straight-line rent revenue calculations and the evaluation of asset identification and substitution rights.

The determination of the discount rate used in a lease should be the incremental borrowing rate of the lease contract. For lessee leases, this rate is often not readily determinable as the lessor’s initial direct costs and expected residual value are at the end of the lease term and unknown. Therefore, as the lessee, our incremental borrowing rate will be used. Selected discount rates reflect rates that we would have to pay to borrow on a fully collateralized basis over a term similar to the lease. Additionally, we obtain lender quotes with similar terms and if not available, the asset type, risk free rates and financing spreads to account for creditworthiness and collateral.
Our lessor leases are principally related to our shopping centers. We believe risk of an inadequate residual value of the leased asset upon the termination of these leases is low due to our ability to re-lease the space, the long-lived nature of our real estate assets and the propensity of real estate assets to hold their value over a long period of time.
Revenue Recognition
At the inception of a revenue producing contract, we determine if a contract qualifies as a lease and if not, then as a customer contract. Based on this determination, the appropriate GAAP is applied to the contract, including its revenue recognition.
Rentals, net
Rental revenue is primarily derived from operating leases and, therefore, is generally recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease, which typically begins the date the tenant takes control of the space. Variable rental revenue consists primarily of tenant reimbursements of taxes, maintenance expenses and insurance, is subject to our interpretation of lease provisions and is recognized over the term of a lease as services are provided. Additionally, variable rental revenue based on a percentage of tenants’ sales is recognized only after the tenant exceeds its sales breakpoint. In circumstances where we provide a tenant improvement allowance for improvements that are owned by the tenant, we recognize the allowance as a reduction of rental revenue on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Further, at the lease commencement date, we consider the collectability of a lease when determining revenue to be recognized. Prior to the adoption of ASC No. 842, rental revenues were recognized under ASC No. 840, “Leases.”
Other
Other revenue consists of both customer contract revenue and income from contractual agreements with third parties or partially owned real estate joint ventures or partnerships, which do not meet the definition of a lease or a customer contract. Revenues which do not meet the definition of a lease or customer contract are recognized as the related services are performed under the applicable agreement.

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We have identified primarily three types of customer contract revenue: (1) management contracts with partially-owned real estate joint ventures or partnerships or third parties, (2) licensing and occupancy agreements and (3) certain non-tenant contracts. At contract inception, we assess the services provided in these contracts and identify any performance obligations that are distinct. To identify the performance obligation, we consider all services, whether explicitly stated or implied by customary business practices. We have identified the following substantive services, which may or may not be included in each contract type, that represent performance obligations:
Contract TypePerformance Obligation DescriptionElements of Performance ObligationsPayment Timing
Management Agreements• Management and asset management services
• Construction and development services
• Marketing services
• Over time
• Right to invoice
• Long-term contracts
Typically monthly or quarterly
• Leasing and legal preparation services
• Sales commissions
• Point in time
• Long-term contracts
Licensing and Occupancy Agreements• Rent of non-specific space• Over time
• Right to invoice
• Short-term contracts
Typically monthly
• Set-up services• Point in time
• Right to invoice
Non-tenant Contracts• Placement of miscellaneous items at our centers that do not qualify as a lease, i.e. advertisements, trash bins, etc.• Point in time
• Long-term contracts
Typically monthly
• Set-up services• Point in time
• Right to invoice

We also assess collectability of the customer contract revenue prior to recognition. None of these customer contracts include a significant financing component.
Unamortized Lease Costs, net
Lease costs represent the initial direct costs incurred in origination, negotiation and processing of a lease agreement. Such costs include outside broker commissions and other independent third party costs, as well as internal leasing commissions paidconcessions, directly related to completing a lease and are amortized over the lifeeffects of the COVID-19 pandemic, consistent with how those concessions would be accounted for as though enforceable rights and obligations for those concessions existed in the original contract. Accordingly, an entity would not have to analyze each contract to determine whether those rights exist in the contract and can elect to apply or not apply lease onmodification guidance to those contracts. Such election is required to be applied consistently to leases with similar characteristics and circumstances. This election is available for COVID-19 related concessions that do not result in a straight-line basis. Costs related to salaries and benefits, supervision, administration, unsuccessful origination efforts and other activities are charged to expense as incurred. Also included aresubstantial increase in place lease costs which are amortized over the liferights of the applicablelessor or the obligations of the lessee and the total payments required by the modified lease term on a straight-line basis.
are substantially the same as or less than total payments required by the original lease. As of April 1, 2020, we elected to not apply lease modification guidance to those contracts. As such, any lease deferral concessions will remain recorded in Accrued Rent, Accrued Contract Receivables and Accounts Receivable, net,
and rent abatements will be recorded as a reduction to Rentals, net in our consolidated financial statements. Subject to this guidance, as of June 30, 2020, we negotiated lease deferral concessions of $9.3 million and rent abatements of $.3 million (see Note 7 for additional information) that were granted to tenants related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Discussions are continuing with tenants as the effects of COVID-19 mandates evolve.

Accrued Rent, Accrued Contract Receivables and Accounts Receivable, net

Receivables are relatively short-term in nature with terms due in less than one year. Receivables include rental revenue, amounts billed and currently due from customer contracts and receivables attributable to straight-line rental commitments. Accrued contract receivables includes amounts due from customers for contracts that do not qualify as a lease in which we earned the right to the consideration through the satisfaction of the performance obligation, but before the customer pays consideration or before payment is due. Upon the adoption of ASC No. 842, individualIndividual leases are assessed for collectability and upon the determination that the collection of rents is not probable, accrued rent and accounts receivables are reduced as an adjustment to rental revenues. Revenue from leases where collection is deemed to be less than probable is recorded on a cash basis until collectability is determined to be probable. Further, we assess whether operating lease receivables, at a portfolio level, are appropriately valued based upon an analysis of balances outstanding, historical bad debt levels and current economic trends. An allowance for the uncollectible portion of the portfolio is recorded as an adjustment to rental revenues. Prior to the adoption of ASC No. 842, an allowance for the uncollectible portion of accrued rents and accounts receivable was determined based upon an analysis of balances outstanding, historical bad debt levels, tenant creditworthiness and current economic trends. Additionally, estimates of the expected recovery of pre-petition and post-petition claims with respect to tenants in bankruptcy are considered in assessing the collectability of the related receivables. Management’s estimate of the collectability of accrued rents and accounts receivable is based on the best information available to management at the time of evaluation.

The duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our tenants’ operations, including, in some cases, their ability to resume operations once governmental and legislative restrictions are eased has caused uncertainty in our ongoing ability to collect rents when due. Considering the potential impact of these uncertainties, our collection assessment also took into consideration the type of retailer and current discussions with the tenants, as well as recent rent collection experience and tenant bankruptcies based on the best information available to management at the time of evaluation. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, we reduced rental revenues by $19.3 million and $28.7 million, respectively, due to lease related reserves and write-offs, which includes $4.8 million and $12.4 million, respectively, for straight-line rent receivables.

Restricted Deposits and Escrows

Restricted deposits are held or restricted for a specific use or in a qualified escrow account for the purposes of completing like-kind exchange transactions. Escrows consist of deposits held by third parties or lenders for a specific use;use, including capital improvements, rental income and taxes.


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Our restricted deposits and escrows consist of the following (in thousands):

 September 30,
2019
 December 31,
2018
Restricted deposits (1)
$60,925
 $8,150
Escrows1,349
 2,122
Total$62,274
 $10,272


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June 30, 

December 31, 

2020

2019

Restricted deposits

$

13,635

$

12,793

Escrows

428

1,017

Total

$

14,063

$

13,810

(1)The increase between the periods presented is primarily attributable to $45.5 million placed in a qualified escrow account for the purpose of completing like-kind exchange transactions.

Other Assets, net

Other assets include an asset related to the debt service guaranty (see Note 5 for further information), tax increment revenue bonds, right-of-use assets, investments investments held in a grantor trust, deferred tax assets, prepaid expenses, the net value of above-market leases, deferred debt costs associated with our revolving credit facilities and other miscellaneous receivables. Right-of-use assets are amortized to achieve the recognition of rent expense on a straight-line basis after adjusting for the corresponding lease liabilities’ interest over the lives of the leases. Investments held in a grantor trust and investments in mutual funds are adjusted to fair value at each period with changes included in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. Investments held to maturity are carried at amortized cost and are adjusted using the interest method for amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts. Our tax increment revenue bonds have been classified as held to maturity and are recorded at amortized cost offset by a recognized credit loss (see Note 16 for further information). Above-market leases are amortized as adjustments to rental revenues over terms of the acquired leases. Deferred debt costs, including those classified in debt, are amortized primarily on a straight-line basis, which approximates the effective interest rate method, over the terms of the debt. Other miscellaneous receivables haveare evaluated for credit risk and an allowance is established if there is an estimate for lifetime credit losses. These are based on available information, including historical loss information adjusted for current conditions and forecasts for future economic conditions. Prior to adoption of ASC No. 326, a reserve was applied to the carrying amount of other miscellaneous receivables when it becomesbecame apparent that conditions existexisted that maywould lead to our inability to fully collect the outstanding amounts due. Such conditions includeincluded delinquent or late payments on receivables, deterioration in the ongoing relationship with the borrower and other relevant factors. We establish

Our tax increment revenue bonds have been classified as held to maturity and are recorded at amortized cost offset by a reserve when expectedrecognized credit loss conditions exist by reviewing(see Note 14 for further information). Due to the borrower’s ability to generate revenues to meet debt service requirements and assessing the fair value of any collateral.

Other Liabilities, net
Other liabilities include non-qualified benefit plan liabilities, deferred revenue, lease liabilities, the net value of below-market leases and other miscellaneous liabilities. Lease liabilities are amortized to rent expense using therecognized credit loss, interest on these bonds is recorded at an effective interest rate method, over the lease life. Below-market leaseswhen cash payments are amortized as adjustments to rental revenues over termsreceived. The bonds are evaluated for credit losses based on discounted estimated future cash flows. Any future receipts in excess of the acquired leases.amortized basis will be recognized as revenue when received. The credit risk associated with the amortized value of these bonds is low as the bonds are earmarked for repayments from sales and property taxes associated with a government entity. At June 30, 2020, 0 credit allowance has been recorded.


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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

Changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss by component consists of the following (in thousands):

    

    

    

Defined

    

Benefit

Pension

Gain on

 Plan-

Cash Flow

Actuarial

Hedges

Loss

Total

Balance, December 31, 2019

$

(3,614)

$

14,897

$

11,283

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

221

(1)

(297)

(2)

(76)

Net other comprehensive loss (income)

221

(297)

(76)

Balance, March 31, 2020

(3,393)

14,600

11,207

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

224

(1)

(273)

(2)

(49)

Net other comprehensive loss (income)

224

(273)

(49)

Balance, June 30, 2020

$

(3,169)

$

14,327

$

11,158

    

    

    

Defined

    

Benefit

Pension

Gain on

Plan-

Cash Flow

Actuarial

Hedges

Loss

Total

Balance, December 31, 2018

$

(4,501)

$

15,050

$

10,549

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

219

(1)

(288)

(2)

(69)

Net other comprehensive loss (income)

219

(288)

(69)

Balance, March 31, 2019

(4,282)

14,762

10,480

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

221

(1)

(299)

(2)

(78)

Net other comprehensive loss (income)

221

(299)

(78)

Balance, June 30, 2019

$

(4,061)

$

14,463

$

10,402

(1)This reclassification component is included in interest expense.
(2)This reclassification component is included in the computation of net periodic benefit cost (see Note 11 for additional information).
 
Gain
on
Investments
 
Gain
on
Cash Flow
Hedges
 Defined Benefit Pension Plan-Actuarial Loss Total
Balance, January 1, 2019$
 $(4,501) $15,050
 $10,549
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss  219
 (288)
(1) 
(69)
Net other comprehensive loss (income)
 219
 (288) (69)
Balance, March 31, 2019
 (4,282) 14,762
 10,480
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss  221
 (299)
(1) 
(78)
Net other comprehensive loss (income)
 221
 (299) (78)
Balance, June 30, 2019
 (4,061) 14,463
 10,402
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss  223
 (305)
(1) 
(82)
Net other comprehensive loss (income)
 223
 (305) (82)
Balance, September 30, 2019$
 $(3,838) $14,158
 $10,320
        
 
Gain
on
Investments
 
Gain
on
Cash Flow
Hedges
 Defined Benefit Pension Plan-Actuarial Loss Total
Balance, January 1, 2018$(1,541) $(7,424) $15,135
 $6,170
Cumulative effect adjustment of accounting standards1,541
     1,541
Change excluding amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss


 (1,379)   (1,379)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss


 3,633
(2) 
(271)
(1) 
3,362
Net other comprehensive loss (income)
 2,254
 (271) 1,983
Balance, March 31, 2018
 (5,170) 14,864
 9,694
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss  221

(307)
(1) 
(86)
Net other comprehensive loss (income)
 221
 (307) (86)
Balance, June 30, 2018
 (4,949) 14,557
 9,608
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss  224
 (325)
(1) 
(101)
Net other comprehensive loss (income)
 224
 (325) (101)
Balance, September 30, 2018$
 $(4,725) $14,232
 $9,507
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(1)This reclassification component is included in the computation of net periodic benefit cost (see Note 12 for additional information).
(2)This reclassification component is included in interest expense.

Additionally, as of SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, the net gain balance in accumulated other comprehensive loss relating to previously terminated cash flow interest rate swap contracts was $3.8$3.2 million and $4.5$3.6 million, respectively, which will be reclassified to net interest expense as interest payments are made on the originally hedged debt. Within the next 12 months, approximately $.9 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss is expected to be reclassified as a reduction to interest expense related to our interest rate contracts.


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Reclassifications
We have reclassified prior years’ miscellaneous lease-related revenues identified during our implementation of Accounting Standard Update ("ASU") No. 2016-02, "Leases" of $.3 million and $1.0 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 to Rentals, net from Other revenue in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations to conform to the current year presentation (see Note 2 for further information).

Note 2. Newly Issued Accounting Pronouncements

Adopted

In February 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued ASU No. 2016-02, "Leases." This ASU was further updated by ASU No. 2018-01, "Land Easement Practical Expedient for Transition for Topic 842," ASU No. 2018-10, "Codification Improvements to Topic 842," ASU No. 2018-11, "Targeted Improvements for Topic 842," ASU No. 2018-20, "Narrow-Scope Improvements for Lessors" and ASU No. 2019-01, "Codification Improvements to Topic 842." These ASUs set out the principles for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of leases for both lessees and lessors. The ASUs require 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 these ASUs is similar to current guidance, but certain underlying principles in the lessor model have been aligned with the new revenue recognition standard. A practical expedient was added for lessors to elect, by class of underlying assets, to account for lease and nonlease components as a single lease component if certain criteria are met. The provisions of these ASUs were effective for us as of January 1, 2019. We adopted this guidance as of January 1, 2019 and applied it on a modified retrospective approach.
Upon adoption, we applied the following practical expedients:
The transition method in which the application date of January 1, 2019 is the beginning of the reporting period that we first applied the new guidance.
The practical expedient package which allows an entity not to reassess (1) whether any expired or existing contracts are or contain leases; (2) the lease classification for expired or existing leases; and (3) initial direct costs for any existing leases.
The practical expedient which allows an entity not to reassess whether any existing or expired land easements that were not previously accounted for as a lease or if the contract contains a lease.
As an accounting policy election, a lessor may choose not to separate the nonlease components, by class of underlying assets, from the lease components and instead account for both types of components as a single component under certain conditions.
As an accounting policy election, a lessee may choose not to separate the nonlease components, by class of underlying assets, from the lease components and instead account for both types of components as a single component.
As an accounting policy election, a lessee may choose by class of the underlying asset, not to apply the recognition requirements to short-term leases.
The adoption resulted in the following changes as of January 1, 2019:
From the Lessor Perspective:
Our existing leases will continue to be classified as operating leases, however, leases entered into or modified after January 1, 2019 may be classified as either operating or sales-type leases, based on specific classification criteria. We believe the majority of our leases will continue to be classified as operating leases, and all operating leases will continue to have a similar pattern of recognition as under current GAAP.
Capitalization of leasing costs has been limited under the new ASU which no longer allows indirect costs to be capitalized. Therefore, indirect, internally-generated leasing and legal costs are no longer capitalized and are recorded in General and administrative expenses in our Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations in the period of adoption prospectively. We continue to capitalize direct costs as defined within the ASU.

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We are entitled to receive tenant reimbursements for operating expenses for common area maintenance (“CAM”). These ASUs have defined CAM reimbursement revenue as a nonlease component, which would need to be accounted for in accordance with Topic 606. However, we have applied the practical expedient for all of our real estate related leases, to account for the lease and nonlease components as a single, combined operating lease component as long as the nonlease component is not the predominate component of the combined components within a contract.
We previously accounted for real estate taxes that are paid directly by the tenant on a gross basis in our consolidated financial statements. These ASUs have indicated that a lessor should exclude from variable payments, lessor costs paid by a lessee directly to a third party. Therefore, we have excluded any costs paid directly by the tenant from our revenues and expenses and will only include as variable payments those which are reimbursed to us by our tenants. Real estate taxes paid directly by our tenants was $1.1 million and $3.3 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018, respectively.
From the Lessee Perspective:
On January 1, 2019, we were the lessee under ground lease agreements for land underneath all or a portion of 12 centers and under 4 administrative office leases that we accounted for as operating leases. Also, we had 1 finance lease in which we were the lessee of 2 centers with a $21.9 million lease obligation.
We recognized right-of-use assets for our operating leases in Other Assets, along with corresponding lease liabilities in Other Liabilities on January 1, 2019 in the amounts of $44.2 million and $42.9 million, respectively, in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet. The difference between the right-of-use assets and the lease liabilities is primarily associated with intangibles related to ground leases. For these existing operating leases, we continue to recognize a single lease expense for both our ground and office leases, currently included in Operating expenses and General and administrative expenses, respectively, in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.
We continue to recognize our finance lease asset balance in Property and our finance lease liability in Debt in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. The finance lease charges a portion of the payment to both asset amortization and interest expense.
In June 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-07, "Improvements to Nonemployee Share-Based Payment Accounting." This ASU amends prior employee share-based payment guidance to include nonemployee share-based payment transactions for acquiring services or property. This ASU now aligns the determination of the measurement date, the accounting for performance conditions, and the accounting for share-based payments after vesting in addition to other items. The provisions of ASU No. 2018-07 were effective for us as of January 1, 2019 using a modified transition method upon adoption. The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact to our consolidated financial statements.
Not Yet Adopted

In June 2016, the FASB issued ASUAccounting Standard Update ("ASU") No. 2016-13, "Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments." This ASU was further updated by ASU No. 2018-19, "Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses," ASU No. 2019-04, "Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses" andLosses," ASU No. 2019-05, "Targeted Transition Relief.Relief," ASU No. 2019-11, "Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses" and ASU No. 2020-02, “Amendments to SEC Paragraphs Pursuant to SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 119.” These ASUs amend 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, as amended in subsequently issued amendments, arewere effective for us as of January 1, 2020.

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In identifying all of our financial instruments covered under this guidance, the majority of our instruments result from operating leasing transactions, which are not within the scope of the new standard and are to remain governed by the recently issued leasing guidance and other previously issued guidance. We do not believeUpon adoption at January 1, 2020, we recognized, using the adoptionmodified retrospective approach, a cumulative effect for credit losses, which has decreased retained earnings and other assets by $.7 million, respectively. In addition, we evaluated controls around the implementation of this standardASU and have concluded there will have a materialbe no significant impact toon our consolidated financial statements.


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control structure.

In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-13, "Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Fair Value Measurement." This ASU amends and removes several disclosure requirements including the valuation processes for Level 3 fair value measurements. The ASU also modifies some disclosure requirements and requires additional disclosures for changes in unrealized gains and losses included in other comprehensive income for recurring Level 3 fair value measurements and requires the range and weighted average of significant unobservable inputs used to develop Level 3 fair value measurements. The provisions of ASU No. 2018-13 arewere effective for us as of January 1, 2020 using a prospective transition method for amendments effecting changes in unrealized gains and losses, significant unobservable inputs used to develop Level 3 fair value measurements and narrative description on uncertainty of measurements. The remaining provisions of the ASU arewere not applicable to be applied retrospectively, and earlyus. The adoption is permitted. Although we are still assessing the impact of this ASU's adoption, we doASU did not believe this ASU will have a material impact to our consolidated financial statements.

Not Yet Adopted

In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-14, "Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Defined Benefit Plans." This ASU clarifies current disclosures and removes several disclosures requirements including accumulated other comprehensive income expected to be recognized over the next fiscal year and amount and timing of plan assets expected to be returned to the employer. The ASU also requires additional disclosures for the weighted-average interest crediting rates for cash balance plans and explanations for significant gains and losses related to changes in the benefit plan obligation. The provisions of ASU No. 2018-14 are effective for us as of December 31, 2020 using a retrospective basis for all periods presented, 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 December 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-12, "Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes." This ASU clarifies/simplifies current disclosures and removes several disclosures requirements. Simplification includes franchise taxes based partially on income as an income-based tax; entities should reflect enacted tax law and rate changes in the interim period that includes the enactment date; and allowing entities to allocate consolidated tax amounts to individual legal entities under certain elections. The provisions of ASU No. 2019-12 are effective for us as of January 1, 2021, 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 March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-04, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848).” This ASU contains practical expedients for reference rate reform related activities that impact debt, leases, derivatives and other contracts. The guidance in this ASU is optional and may be elected over time as reference rate reform activities occur. At January 1, 2020, we elected to apply the hedge accounting expedients related to probability and the assessments of effectiveness for future LIBOR-indexed cash flows to assume that the index upon which future hedged transactions will be based matches the index on the corresponding derivatives. Application of these expedients preserves the presentation of derivatives consistent with past presentation. The adoption of this portion of the ASU did not have a material impact to our consolidated financial statements. We continue to evaluate the impact of the guidance and may apply other elections as applicable as additional changes in the market occur.

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Note 3. Property

Our property consists of the following (in thousands):

 September 30,
2019
 December 31,
2018
Land$864,336
 $919,237
Land held for development40,661
 45,673
Land under development52,887
 55,793
Buildings and improvements2,836,466
 2,927,954
Construction in-progress232,550
 156,411
Total$4,026,900
 $4,105,068


    

June 30, 

December 31, 

    

2020

    

2019

Land

$

934,629

$

911,521

Land held for development

 

41,078

 

40,667

Land under development

 

22,777

 

53,076

Buildings and improvements

 

3,016,131

 

2,898,867

Construction in-progress

 

187,722

 

241,118

Total

$

4,202,337

$

4,145,249

During the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we sold 122 centers and other property. Aggregate gross sales proceeds from these transactions approximated $375.1$33.5 million and generated gains of approximately $144.0$21.5 million. Also, during the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we acquired 21 grocery-anchored shopping centerscenter and other property with an aggregate gross purchase price of approximately $55.1$43.0 million, and we invested $81.8$49.2 million in new development projects.

At June 30, 2020, we classified 1 real estate center, totaling $25.9 million before accumulated depreciation, as held for sale, which was sold subsequent to quarter-end. At December 31, 2019, 0 real estate centers were classified as held for sale.  


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Note 4. Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships

We own interests in real estate joint ventures or limited partnerships and havehad 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 ranged for the periods presented from 20% to 90% in both 20192020 and 2018.2019. Combined condensed financial information of these ventures (at 100%) is summarized as follows (in thousands):

 September 30,
2019
 December 31,
2018
Combined Condensed Balance Sheets   
ASSETS   
Property$1,374,095
 $1,268,557
Accumulated depreciation(325,426) (305,327)
Property, net1,048,669
 963,230
Other assets, net105,161
 104,267
Total Assets$1,153,830
 $1,067,497
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY   
Debt, net (primarily mortgages payable)$265,455
 $269,113
Amounts payable to Weingarten Realty Investors and Affiliates12,057
 11,732
Other liabilities, net28,162
 24,717
Total Liabilities305,674
 305,562
Equity848,156
 761,935
Total Liabilities and Equity$1,153,830
 $1,067,497


 Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Combined Condensed Statements of Operations       
Revenues, net$33,853
 $33,626
 $99,245
 $100,322
Expenses:       
Depreciation and amortization7,914
 7,925
 23,409
 24,164
Interest, net2,336
 2,974
 7,286
 9,478
Operating6,035
 6,001
 17,820
 18,074
Real estate taxes, net4,891
 4,728
 13,948
 14,861
General and administrative110
 253
 422
 573
Provision for income taxes34
 33
 103
 106
Total21,320
 21,914
 62,988
 67,256
Gain on dispositions
 4,052
 2,009
 9,491
Net income$12,533
 $15,764
 $38,266
 $42,557

    

June 30, 

December 31, 

    

2020

    

2019

Combined Condensed Balance Sheets

  

  

ASSETS

  

  

Property

$

1,221,547

$

1,378,328

Accumulated depreciation

(287,561)

(331,856)

Property, net

933,986

1,046,472

Other assets, net

107,229

108,366

Total Assets

$

1,041,215

$

1,154,838

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

 

  

 

  

Debt, net (primarily mortgages payable)

$

263,404

$

264,782

Amounts payable to Weingarten Realty Investors and Affiliates

9,511

11,972

Other liabilities, net

24,853

25,498

Total Liabilities

297,768

302,252

Equity

743,447

852,586

Total Liabilities and Equity

$

1,041,215

$

1,154,838


    

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

    

2020

    

2019

Combined Condensed Statements of Operations

  

  

  

  

Revenues, net

$

26,817

$

32,877

$

60,556

$

65,392

Expenses:

  

  

  

  

Depreciation and amortization

8,902

7,646

17,664

15,495

Interest, net

2,334

2,491

4,752

4,950

Operating

5,462

5,685

12,573

11,785

Real estate taxes, net

4,215

4,522

8,615

9,057

General and administrative

233

243

338

312

Provision for income taxes

34

36

70

69

Total

21,180

20,623

44,012

41,668

Gain on dispositions

2,090

1,474

46,789

2,009

Net income

$

7,727

$

13,728

$

63,333

$

25,733

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'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 $7.8$11.1 million and $5.2$9.0 million at SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, respectively, are generally amortized over the useful lives of the related assets.


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We recorded joint venture fee income of $1.1 million and $1.4 million included in Other revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively, and $2.7 million and $2.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively. Additionally, as a result of COVID-19, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, our joint venture and partnerships have reduced revenues by $5.1 million and $5.9 million, respectively, due to lease related reserves and write-offs, which includes $1.7 million and $2.6 million, respectively, for straight-line rent receivables. Of these amounts for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, our share totaled $1.7 million and $2.0 million, respectively, which includes $.4 million and $.7 million, respectively, for straight-line rent receivables. For additional information, see Note 1.

During 2020, we sold 2 centers and our interest in 2 centers, ranging from 20% to 50%, at an aggregate gross value of approximately $148.3 million, of which our share of the gain, included in equity earnings in real estate joint ventures and partnerships, totaled $23.4 million. Also during the six months ended June 30, 2020, we invested an additional $4.4 million in a 90% owned unconsolidated real estate joint venture for a mixed-use new development.

During 2019, a parcel of land was sold with gross sales proceeds of approximately $2.3 million, of which our share of the gain, included in equity earnings in real estate joint ventures and partnerships, totaled $1.1 million. In July 2019, a 51% owned unconsolidated real estate joint venture acquired a center with a gross purchase price of $52.6 million.

During 2018, Also during 2019, we invested an additional $47.6 million in a center was sold through a series of partial sales with gross sales proceeds of approximately $33.9 million, of which our share of the gain, included in equity earnings in90% owned unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships, totaled $6.3 million.
venture for a mixed-use new development.

Note 5. Debt

Our debt consists of the following (in thousands):

    

June 30, 

December 31, 

    

2020

    

2019

Debt payable, net to 2038 (1)

$

1,652,064

$

1,653,154

Unsecured notes payable under credit facilities

12,000

Debt service guaranty liability

57,380

57,380

Finance lease obligation

21,750

21,804

Total

$

1,743,194

$

1,732,338

 September 30,
2019
 December 31,
2018
Debt payable, net to 2038 (1)
$1,654,075
 $1,706,886
Unsecured notes payable under credit facilities
 5,000
Debt service guaranty liability60,900
 60,900
Finance lease obligation21,828
 21,898
Total$1,736,803
 $1,794,684

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(1)At Septemberboth June 30, 2020 and December 31, 2019, interest rates ranged from 3.3% to 7.0% at a weighted average rate of 3.9%. At December 31, 2018, interest rates ranged from 3.3% to 7.0% at a weighted average rate of 4.0%. for both periods.
The allocation

    

June 30, 

December 31, 

    

2020

    

2019

As to interest rate (including the effects of interest rate contracts):

  

  

Fixed-rate debt

$

1,731,194

$

1,714,890

Variable-rate debt

 

12,000

 

17,448

Total

$

1,743,194

$

1,732,338

As to collateralization:

 

 

  

Unsecured debt

$

1,463,697

$

1,450,762

Secured debt

 

279,497

 

281,576

Total

$

1,743,194

$

1,732,338

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Table of total debt between fixed and variable-rate as well as between secured and unsecured is summarized below (in thousands):Contents

 September 30,
2019
 December 31,
2018
As to interest rate (including the effects of interest rate contracts):   
Fixed-rate debt$1,719,311
 $1,771,999
Variable-rate debt17,492
 22,685
Total$1,736,803
 $1,794,684
As to collateralization:   
Unsecured debt$1,453,817
 $1,457,432
Secured debt282,986
 337,252
Total$1,736,803
 $1,794,684

We maintain a $500$500 million unsecured revolving credit facility, which was amended and extended on March 30, 2016.December 11, 2019. This facility expires in March 2020,2024, provides for 2 consecutive six-month extensions upon our request, and borrowing rates that float at a margin over LIBOR plus a facility fee. At both SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, the borrowing margin and facility fee, which are priced off a grid that is tied to our senior unsecured credit ratings, were 9082.5 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.

Additionally, we have a $10 million unsecured short-term facility, which was amended and extended on March 27, 2019,January 3, 2020, that we maintain for cash management purposes, which matures in March 2020.2021. At both SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, 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.


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The following table discloses certain information regarding our unsecured notes payable under our credit facilities (in thousands, except percentages):

    

June 30, 

December 31, 

 

    

2020

    

2019

 

Unsecured revolving credit facility:

  

 

  

Balance outstanding

$

12,000

$

Available balance

 

486,068

 

497,946

Letters of credit outstanding under facility

 

1,932

 

2,054

Variable interest rate (excluding facility fee)

 

0.94

%  

 

%

Unsecured short-term facility:

 

  

 

  

Balance outstanding

$

$

Variable interest rate (excluding facility fee)

 

%  

 

%

Both facilities:

 

  

 

  

Maximum balance outstanding during the period (1)

$

497,000

$

5,000

Weighted average balance

 

146,489

 

123

Year-to-date weighted average interest rate (excluding facility fee)

 

1.0

%  

 

3.3

%

 September 30,
2019
 December 31,
2018
Unsecured revolving credit facility:   
Balance outstanding$
 $5,000
Available balance497,946
 492,946
Letters of credit outstanding under facility2,054
 2,054
Variable interest rate (excluding facility fee)% 3.3%
Unsecured short-term facility:   
Balance outstanding$
 $
Variable interest rate (excluding facility fee)% %
Both facilities:   
Maximum balance outstanding during the period$5,000
 $26,500
Weighted average balance165
 1,096
Year-to-date weighted average interest rate (excluding facility fee)3.3% 2.9%

(1)At March 31, 2020, we drew down the available balance of our unsecured revolving credit facility to increase liquidity and preserve financial flexibility in light of the uncertainty regarding the COVID-19 pandemic on the markets at that time. During the three months ended June 30, 2020, we paid down the majority of the balance due to the stability of the financial markets and the availability to us of other sources of liquidity.

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 1.4x1.4x 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, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, we had $60.9$57.4 million outstanding for the debt service guaranty liability.

On July 1,

During the year ended December 31, 2019, we repaid a $50 million secured fixed-rate mortgage with a 7.0% interest rate from cash from our disposition proceeds.

During the year ended December 31, 2018, we prepaid, without penalty, our $200 million unsecured variable-rate term loan, swapped to a fixed rate of 2.5%, and terminated 3 interest rate swap contracts that had an aggregate notional amount of $200 million, and we recognized a $3.4 million gain due to the probability that the related hedged forecasted transactions would no longer occur. Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2018, we paid at par $51.0 million of outstanding debt. These transactions resulted in a net gain upon their extinguishment of $.4 million, excluding the effect of the swap termination.

Various leases and properties, and current and future rentals from those leases and properties, collateralize certain debt. At SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, the carrying value of such assets aggregated $.5 billion$492.6 million and $.6 billion,$463.7 million, respectively. Additionally, at Septemberboth June 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, investments of $5.3 million included in Restricted Deposits and $5.2 million, respectively,Escrows are held as collateral for letters of credit totaling $5.0 million.


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Scheduled principal payments on our debt (excluding $12.0 million outstanding under our revolving credit facility, $21.8 million of a finance lease obligation, $(4.1)$(3.5) million net premium/(discount) on debt, $(5.8)$(5.1) million of deferred debt costs, $1.5$1.8 million of non-cash debt-related items, and $60.9$57.4 million debt service guaranty liability) are due during the following years (in thousands):

2020 remaining

    

$

2,853

2021

18,795

2022

 

308,298

2023

 

348,207

2024

 

252,561

2025

 

294,232

2026

 

277,733

2027

 

53,604

2028

 

92,159

2029

 

917

Thereafter

 

9,518

Total

$

1,658,877

2019 remaining$1,960
202022,114
202118,434
2022307,922
2023347,815
2024252,153
2025293,807
2026277,291
202738,288
202892,159
Thereafter10,435
Total$1,662,378

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, 2019.

Note 6. Lease Obligations
We are engaged in the operation of shopping centers, which are either owned2020; however, our continued compliance with these covenants depends on many factors and could be impacted by current or with respect to certain shopping centers, operated under operating ground leases. These ground leases expire at various dates through 2069 with renewal options ranging from five years to 20 years, which have been predominantly excluded from our lease liabilities, and in some cases, include options to purchase the underlying asset by either the lessor or lessee. Generally, our ground lease variable payments for real estate taxes, insurance and utilities are paid directly by us and are not a component of rental expense. Most of our leases have increasing minimum rental rates during the terms of the leases through escalation provisions and also may include an amount based on a percentage of operating revenues or sublease tenant revenue. Space in our shopping centers is leased to tenants pursuant to agreements that generally provide for terms of 10 years or less and may include multiple options to extend the lease term in increments up to five years, for annual rentals subject to upward adjustments based on operating expense levels, sales volume, or contractual increases as defined in the lease agreements.
Also, we have 2 properties under a finance lease that consists of variable lease payments with a purchase option. The right-of-use assetfuture economic conditions, including those associated with this finance lease at September 30, 2019 was $8.9 million. At December 31, 2018, the related assets associated with a capital lease in buildings and improvements totaled $15.7 million, and the balance of accumulated depreciation was $14.1 million. Amortization of property under the finance lease is included in depreciation and amortization expense. Note that amounts prior to January 1, 2019 were accounted for under ASC No. 840.COVID-19 pandemic.


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A schedule of lease costs including weighted average lease terms and weighted-average discount rates is as follows (in thousands, except as noted):
 Three Months Ended
September 30, 2019
 Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2019
Lease cost:   
Operating lease cost:   
Included in Operating expense$761
 $2,283
Included in General and administrative expense80
 208
Finance cost:   
Amortization of right-of-use asset (included in Depreciation and Amortization)46
 129
Interest on lease liability (included in Interest expense, net)410
 1,231
Short-term lease cost
 44
Variable lease cost72
 206
Sublease income (included in Rentals, net)(6,858) (20,392)
Total lease cost$(5,489) $(16,291)
    
 September 30, 2019
Weighted-average remaining lease term (in years):   
Operating leases  41.7
Finance lease  4.3
    
Weighted-average discount rate (percentage):   
Operating leases  4.9%
Finance lease  7.5%
A reconciliation of our lease liabilities on an undiscounted cash flow basis, which primarily represents shopping center ground leases, for the subsequent five years and thereafter ending December 31, as calculated as of September 30, 2019, is as follows (in thousands):
 Operating Finance
Lease payments:   
2019 remaining$570
 $435
20202,696
 1,744
20212,585
 1,751
20222,576
 1,759
20232,458
 23,037
20242,158
  
Thereafter97,187
  
Total$110,230
 $28,726
    
Lease liabilities(1)
43,100
 21,828
Undiscounted excess amount$67,130
 $6,898
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Scheduled minimum rental payments as defined under ASC No. 840, under the terms of all non-cancelable operating leases in which we are the lessee, principally for shopping center ground leases, for the subsequent five years and thereafter ending December 31, as calculated as of December 31, 2018, were as follows (in thousands):
 Operating Finance
Lease payments:   
2019$2,779
 $1,642
20202,536
 1,635
20212,334
 1,627
20222,318
 1,618
20232,283
 22,878
Thereafter99,302
  
Total$111,552
 $29,400
Future undiscounted, sublease payments, applicable to the ground lease rentals, under the terms of all non-cancelable tenant leases, excluding estimated variable payments for the subsequent five years and thereafter ending December 31, as calculated as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, were as follows (in thousands):
 September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018
Sublease payments:   
Finance lease(1)
$11,257
 $14,382
Operating leases:   
2019 remaining$6,033
 $22,528
202023,454
 20,903
202121,352
 18,886
202219,579
 17,245
202317,436
 15,128
202412,255
  
Thereafter36,572
 43,439
Total$136,681
 $138,129
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(1)The sublease payments related to our finance lease represents cumulative payments through the lease term ending in 2023.

Note 7.6. Common Shares of Beneficial Interest

We have a $200 million share repurchase plan under whichwhere we may repurchase common shares of beneficial interest ("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.

We did not repurchase any

During the six months ended June 30, 2020, .8 million common shares were repurchased at an average price of $21.47 per share, and 0 common shares were purchased during the nine monthsyear ended September 30,December 31, 2019. At SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and as of the date of this filing, $181.5$163.3 million of common shares remained available to be repurchased under this plan.


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Note 8.7. Leasing Operations

As a commercial real estate lessor, generally our leases are for terms of 10 years or less and may include multiple options, upon tenant election, to extend the lease term in increments up to five years. Our leases typically do not include an option to purchase. Tenant terminations prior to the lease end date occasionally results in a one-time termination fee based on the remaining unpaid lease payments including variable payments and could be material to the tenant. Many of our leases have increasing minimum rental rates during the terms of the leases through escalation provisions. In addition, the majority of our leases provide for variable rental revenues, such as, reimbursements of real estate taxes, maintenance and insurance and may include an amount based on a percentage of the tenants’ sales.

Future undiscounted, Also, rent abatements related to the COVID-19 pandemic of $.3 million were recorded as a reduction to variable lease payments for tenant leases, excluding estimated variable payments, at Septemberboth the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 is as follows (in thousands):2020 (see Note 1 for additional information).  

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2019 remaining$82,090
2020324,700
2021277,508
2022223,929
2023177,033
2024129,957
Thereafter412,103
Total payments due$1,627,320


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Future minimum rental income as defined under ASC No. 840 from tenant leases, excluding estimated contingent rentals, at December 31, 2018 is as follows (in thousands):
2019$347,476
2020305,404
2021253,269
2022198,414
2023151,538
Thereafter473,416
Total payments due$1,729,517

Variable lease payments recognized in Rentals, net are as follows (in thousands):

 Three Months Ended September 30, 2019 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019
Variable lease payments$28,132
 $82,237


    

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

June 30, 

 

2020

    

2019

2020

    

2019

Variable lease payments

$

24,084

$

26,175

$

50,961

$

54,105

Note 9.8. Supplemental Cash Flow Information

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents consists of the following (in thousands):

 September 30, 2019 September 30, 2018
Cash and cash equivalents$124,406
 $24,412
Restricted deposits and escrows (see Note 1)62,274
 22,369
Total$186,680
 $46,781



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June 30, 

June 30, 

2020

2019

Cash and cash equivalents

    

$

14,203

    

$

118,222

Restricted deposits and escrows (see Note 1)

 

14,063

 

14,854

Total

$

28,266

$

133,076

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Supplemental disclosure of non-cash transactions is summarized as follows (in thousands):

 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2019 2018
Accrued property construction costs$28,604
 $9,081
Right-of-use assets exchanged for operating lease liabilities43,729
 


Six Months Ended

June 30, 

2020

2019

Accrued property construction costs

    

$

11,880

    

$

9,800

Right-of-use assets exchanged for operating lease liabilities

 

448

 

43,258

Increase in debt, net associated with the acquisition of real estate and land

 

17,952

 

Note 10.9. 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. Earnings per common share – basic and diluted components for the periods indicated are as follows (in thousands):

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

June 30, 

2020

2019

    

2020

2019

Numerator:

    

  

    

  

  

    

  

Net income

$

12,377

$

85,520

$

66,625

$

136,774

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests

 

(1,009)

 

(1,711)

 

(2,635)

 

(3,299)

Net income attributable to common shareholders – basic

 

11,368

 

83,809

 

63,990

 

133,475

Income attributable to operating partnership units

 

 

528

 

 

1,056

Net income attributable to common shareholders – diluted

$

11,368

$

84,337

$

63,990

$

134,531

Denominator:

 

 

 

 

Weighted average shares outstanding – basic

 

127,242

 

127,856

 

127,552

 

127,807

Effect of dilutive securities:

 

 

 

 

Share options and awards

 

861

 

847

 

899

 

841

Operating partnership units

 

 

1,432

 

 

1,432

Weighted average shares outstanding – diluted

 

128,103

 

130,135

 

128,451

 

130,080

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 Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Numerator:       
Net income$108,509
 $53,274
 $245,283
 $282,114
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests(1,767) (10,293) (5,066) (14,020)
Net income attributable to common shareholders - basic106,742
 42,981

240,217

268,094
Income attributable to operating partnership units528
 
 1,584
 1,584
Net income attributable to common shareholders - diluted$107,270
 $42,981
 $241,801
 $269,678
Denominator:       
Weighted average shares outstanding – basic127,870
 127,525
 127,828
 127,651
Effect of dilutive securities:       
Share options and awards835
 792
 839
 809
Operating partnership units1,432
 
 1,432
 1,432
Weighted average shares outstanding – diluted130,137
 128,317
 130,099
 129,892


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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,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Operating partnership units
 1,432
 
 
Total anti-dilutive securities
 1,432
 
 



Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

June 30, 

2020

2019

    

2020

2019

Operating partnership units

    

1,432

    

1,432

    

Note 11.10. Share Options and Awards

During 2019,2020, we granted 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"(“TSR”). The term of each grant varies depending upon the participant'sparticipant’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 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:

Six Months Ended

June 30, 2020

Minimum

Maximum

Dividend yield

    

0.0

%  

5.2

%

Expected volatility (1)

 

19.0

%  

20.0

%

Expected life (in years)

 

N/A

 

3

Risk-free interest rate

 

0.0

%  

1.6

%

 Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2019
 Minimum Maximum
Dividend yield0.0% 5.5%
Expected volatility (1)
19.3% 21.3%
Expected life (in years)N/A
 3
Risk-free interest rate2.4% 2.6%

(1)Includes the volatility of the FTSE NAREIT U.S. Shopping Center Index and Weingarten Realty Investors.
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(1)    Includes the volatility of the FTSE NAREIT U.S. Shopping Center Index and Weingarten Realty Investors.

A summary of the status of unvested share awards for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 is as follows:

 
Unvested
Share
Awards
 
Weighted
Average 
Grant
Date Fair 
Value
Outstanding, January 1, 2019674,293
 $30.26
Granted:   
Service-based awards177,755
 28.58
Market-based awards relative to FTSE NAREIT U.S. Shopping Center
Index
80,848
 30.20
Market-based awards relative to three-year absolute TSR80,847
 32.91
Trust manager awards27,768
 29.17
Vested(234,646) 32.14
Forfeited(5,119) 29.97
Outstanding, September 30, 2019801,746
 $29.56

    

    

Weighted

Average

Unvested

Grant

Share

Date Fair

Awards

Value

Outstanding, January 1, 2020

 

801,346

$

29.56

Granted:

 

  

 

  

Service-based awards

 

144,640

 

30.19

Market-based awards relative to FTSE NAREIT U.S. Shopping Center Index

 

66,953

 

31.18

Market-based awards relative to three-year absolute TSR

 

66,952

 

21.29

Vested

 

(218,773)

 

34.07

Forfeited

 

(229)

 

29.07

Outstanding, June 30, 2020

 

860,889

$

28.00


As of SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, there was approximately $2.6$2.7 million and $1.8$2.1 million, respectively, of total unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested share awards, which is expected to be amortized over a weighted average of 1.9 years and 1.71.8 years at SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 20182019, respectively.

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Note 12.11. 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,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Service cost$246
 $319
 $843
 $976
Interest cost499
 666
 1,538
 1,505
Expected return on plan assets(776) (1,192) (2,514) (2,605)
Amortization of net loss305
 325
 892
 903
Total$274
 $118
 $759
 $779


Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

June 30, 

2020

2019

    

2020

2019

Service cost

    

$

305

    

$

272

$

578

    

$

597

Interest cost

397

564

677

1,039

Expected return on plan assets

(840)

(877)

(1,432)

(1,738)

Amortization of net loss

273

299

570

587

Total

$

135

$

258

$

393

$

485

The components of net periodic benefit cost other than the service cost component are included in Interest and Other Income (Expense), net in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.


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For both the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and 2018,2019, we contributed $1.0 million to the qualified retirement plan. Currently, we do 0tnot anticipate making any additional contributions to this plan during 2019.

2020.

Defined Contribution Plans

Compensation expense related to our defined contribution plans was $1.0$.9 million and $.9$1.0 million for the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively, and 2018, and $3.0 million and $2.8$2.0 million for both the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and 2018, respectively.

Note 13. Related Parties
2019.

Through our management activities and transactions with our real estate joint ventures and partnerships, we had accounts receivable of $.6 million and $.5 million outstanding as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively. We also had accounts payable and accrued expenses of $.3 million and $.7 million outstanding as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively. We recorded joint venture fee income included in Other revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 of $1.9 million and $1.3 million, respectively, and $4.8 million and $4.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Note 14.12. Commitments and Contingencies

Commitments and Contingencies

As of SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, we participated in 2 real estate ventures structured as DownREIT partnerships. We 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. The aggregate redemption value of these interests was approximately $42$27 million and $36$45 million as of SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, respectively.

As a REIT, we generally will not be subject to corporate level federal income tax on taxable income we distribute to our shareholders. As long as we distribute at least 90% of the taxable income of the REIT to our shareholders as dividends, we will not be taxed on the portion of our income we distribute as dividends unless we have ineligible transactions. As such, due to the magnitude of our dispositions during 2020, it is likely we will pay a special dividend near year-end in addition to our quarterly dividend; however, the amount of such dividend is not yet determinable.

As of SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we have entered into commitments aggregating $124.1$61.3 million comprised principally of construction contracts which are generally due in 12 to 36 months.

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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.

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, changes in the law or new discoveries of contamination may 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.


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Note 15.13. Variable Interest Entities

Consolidated VIEs:

At Septemberboth June 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, 8 and 9 of our real estate joint ventures, respectively, whose activities primarily consisted of owning and operating 21 neighborhood/community shopping centers, were determined to be VIEs. Based on a financing agreement by 1 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'entities’ activities without any substantive kick-out or participating rights.

A summary of our consolidated VIEs is as follows (in thousands):

June 30, 

December 31, 

2020

2019

Assets Held by VIEs

    

$

228,190

    

$

228,954

Assets Held as Collateral for Debt (1)

38,678

39,782

Maximum Risk of Loss (1)

29,784

29,784

 September 30,
2019
 December 31,
2018
Assets Held by VIEs$229,158
 $225,388
Assets Held as Collateral for Debt (1)
40,937
 40,004
Maximum Risk of Loss (1)
29,784
 29,784
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(1)Represents the amount of debt and related assets held as collateral associated with the bottom dollar guaranty at 1 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'spartner’s approval in accordance with the joint venture agreement for any major transactions. Transactions with these joint ventures onin 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.

expenditures and repayment of debts. For the six months ended June 30, 2020, $2.7 million in additional contributions were made to pay off an outstanding debt.

Unconsolidated VIEs:

At both SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, 2 unconsolidated real estate joint ventures were determined to be VIEs. We have determined that 1 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 VIEs is as follows (in thousands):

June 30, 

December 31, 

2020

2019

Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net (1)

    

$

131,632

    

$

128,361

Other Liabilities, net (2)

7,179

7,735

Maximum Risk of Loss (3)

34,000

34,000

 September 30,
2019
 December 31,
2018
Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net (1)
$121,076
 $76,575
Other Liabilities, net (2)
6,765
 6,592
Maximum Risk of Loss (3)
34,000
 34,000
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(1)The carrying amount of the investment represents our contributions to a real estate joint venture, net of any distributions made and our portion of the equity in earnings of the real estate joint venture. The increase between periods represents new development funding of a mixed-use project.
(2)Includes the carrying amount of an investment where distributions have exceeded our contributions and our portion of the equity in earnings for a real estate joint venture.
(3)The maximum risk of loss has been determined to be limited to our debt exposure for the real estate joint ventures. Additionally, our investment, including contributions and distributions, associated with a mixed-use project is disclosed in (1) above.

We and our partners are subject to the provisions of the joint venture agreements 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 future funding of approximately $15$4.7 million through 2020.


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Note 16.14. Fair Value Measurements

Currently, the COVID-19 pandemic has created uncertainties surrounding the global economy and financial markets. As a result, the full magnitude of the pandemic and the ultimate effect upon the future of our fair value measurements are uncertain at this time. Any changes in fair value for financial instruments marked to fair value will have a direct impact to our financial statements, except for net changes in our investments held in grantor trust and its related obligations. Additionally, changes in fair values for financial instruments not marked to fair value will not have an impact to our financial statements unless plans change to sell or settle the instrument prior to its maturity.

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Recurring Fair Value Measurements:

Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and December 31, 2018,2019, 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

Significant

Identical

Other

Significant

Assets

Observable

Unobservable

Fair Value at

and Liabilities

Inputs

Inputs

June 30, 

(Level 1)

(Level 2)

(Level 3)

2020

Assets:

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds (1)

$

153

 

  

 

  

$

153

Restricted cash, primarily money market funds (1)

 

11,170

 

  

 

  

 

11,170

Investments, mutual funds held in a grantor trust (1)

 

37,314

 

  

 

  

 

37,314

Total

$

48,637

$

$

$

48,637

Liabilities:

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

Deferred compensation plan obligations

$

37,314

 

  

 

  

$

37,314

Total

$

37,314

$

$

$

37,314

(1)For the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, a net gain of $5.1 million and a net loss of $(.9) million, respectively, was included in Interest and Other Income (Expense), net, of which $4.4 million and $(1.9) million represented an unrealized gain (loss), respectively.

    

Quoted Prices

    

    

    

in Active 

Markets for 

Significant

Identical 

Other 

Significant

Assets 

Observable 

Unobservable 

Fair Value at

and Liabilities 

Inputs 

Inputs 

December 31, 

(Level 1)

(Level 2)

(Level 3)

2019

Assets:

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds (1)

$

28,330

 

  

 

  

$

28,330

Restricted cash, primarily money market funds (1)

 

9,916

 

  

 

  

 

9,916

Investments, mutual funds held in a grantor trust (1)

 

38,378

 

  

 

  

 

38,378

Total

$

76,624

$

$

$

76,624

Liabilities:

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

Deferred compensation plan obligations

$

38,378

 

  

 

  

$

38,378

Total

$

38,378

$

$

$

38,378

(1)

For the year ended December 31, 2019, a net gain of $9.4 million was included in Interest and Other Income, net, of which $6.7 million represented an unrealized gain. Included in these amounts for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 was a net gain of $1.7 million and $5.2 million, respectively, of which $.9 million and $3.9 million, respectively, represented an unrealized gain.

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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
September 30,
2019
Assets:       
Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds, time deposits and commercial paper$108,895
     $108,895
Restricted cash, primarily money market funds10,337
     10,337
Investments, mutual funds held in a grantor trust35,740
     35,740
Total$154,972
 $
 $
 $154,972
Liabilities:       
Deferred compensation plan obligations$35,740
     $35,740
Total$35,740
 $
 $
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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,
2018
Assets:       
Cash equivalents, primarily money market funds$54,848
     $54,848
Restricted cash, primarily money market funds5,254
     5,254
Investments, mutual funds held in a grantor trust30,996
     30,996
Investments, mutual funds6,635
     6,635
Total$97,733
 $
 $
 $97,733
Liabilities:       
Deferred compensation plan obligations$30,996
     $30,996
Total$30,996
 $
 $
 $30,996

Net gains

Nonrecurring Fair Value Measurements:

Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and losses recognizedPartnerships Impairments

Estimated fair values are determined by management utilizing the performance of each investment, the life and other terms of the investment, holding periods, market conditions, 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 equity securities helda nonrecurring basis at each period end were includedJune 30, 2020. Assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis at December 31, 2019 aggregated by the level in Interest and Other Income, net. For the three months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018, this included a net gain of $1.1 million and $1.2 million, respectively, offair value hierarchy in which $.2 million and $.8 million, respectively, represented an unrealized gain. For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018, this included a net gain of $6.3 million and $3.9 million, respectively, of which $4.1 million and $.4 million, respectively, represented an unrealized gain.those measurements fall, are as follows (in thousands):

    

Quoted Prices in 

    

    

    

    

Active Markets for 

Significant

Identical  

Other 

Significant

Assets

Observable  

Unobservable 

and Liabilities 

Inputs 

Inputs 

Total Gains 

(Level 1)

(Level 2)

(Level 3)

Fair Value

(Losses) (1)

Investment in real estate joint ventures and partnerships (2)

 

  

$

1,830

$

24,154

$

25,984

$

(3,070)

Total

$

$

1,830

$

24,154

$

25,984

$

(3,070)

(1)Total gains (losses) presented in this table relate to assets that were held by us at December 31, 2019.
(2)In accordance with our policy of evaluating and recording impairments on the disposal of investments in real estate joint ventures and partnerships, investments with a carrying amount of $29.1 million were written down to a fair value of $26.0 million, resulting in a loss of $3.1 million, which was included in earnings for the fourth quarter of 2019. Management’s estimate of fair value of these investments were determined using a bona fide purchase offer for the Level 2 inputs, and see the quantitative information about the significant unobservable inputs used for our Level 3 fair value measurements in the table below.

Fair Value Disclosures:

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):

June 30, 2020

December 31, 2019

Fair Value

Fair Value

Using

Fair Value

Using

Fair Value

Significant

Using

Significant

Using

Other

Significant

Other

Significant

Observable

Unobservable

Observable

Unobservable

Carrying

Inputs

Inputs

Carrying

Inputs

Inputs

Value

(Level 2)

(Level 3)

    

Value

(Level 2)

(Level 3)

Other Assets:

    

  

    

  

    

  

  

    

  

    

  

Tax increment revenue bonds (1)

$

17,277

 

  

$

21,000

$

17,277

 

  

$

25,000

Debt:

 

 

  

 

 

  

 

  

 

  

Fixed-rate debt

 

1,731,194

 

  

 

1,799,226

 

1,714,890

 

  

 

1,787,663

Variable-rate debt

 

12,000

 

  

 

11,814

 

17,448

 

  

 

17,426

 September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018
 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)
$20,009
   $25,000
 $20,009
   $25,000
Investments, held to maturity (2)
250
 $250
   3,000
 $2,988
  
Debt:           
Fixed-rate debt1,719,311
   1,790,605
 1,771,999
   1,761,215
Variable-rate debt17,492
   16,972
 22,685
   23,131

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(1)At September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018,2019, prior to the credit loss balanceadoption of ASC 326, the amortized cost basis was net of a previously recognized other-than-temporary impairment on our tax increment revenue bonds wasof $31.0 million.million.
(2)Investments held to maturity are recorded at cost. As of December 31, 2018, these investments had unrealized losses of $12 thousand.

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The quantitative information about the significant unobservable inputs used for our nonrecurring Level 3 fair value measurements as of December 31, 2019 reported in the above table, is as follows:

    

Fair Value at

    

    

    

    

    

    

 

December 31, 

Range

 

2019

Minimum

Maximum

 

Description

 

(in thousands)

 

Valuation Technique

 

Unobservable Inputs

 

2019

 

2019

Investment in real estate joint ventures and partnerships

$

24,154

 

Discounted cash flows

 

Discount rate

 

7.3

%  

7.5

%

 

 

Capitalization rate

5.8

%  

8.0

%

 

 

Noncontrolling interest discount

15.0

%

Note 17.15. Subsequent Events

COVID-19, which was characterized on March 11, 2020 by the World Health Organization as a pandemic, has resulted in a widespread health crisis, which has adversely affected international, national and local economies and financial markets, and has had an unprecedented effect on the commercial real estate industry. Given the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic and the global responses to curb its spread, we are not able to estimate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on our results of operations, cash flows, financial condition, or liquidity for fiscal year 2020.

As of July 27, 2020, we negotiated with tenants an additional $8.5 million that will be deferred over the next several months. Also as of July 27, 2020, tenant rent collections for July, which includes base minimum rental revenues and escrows for CAM, real estate taxes and insurance, either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships approximated 82%.

Subsequent to September 30, 2019,quarter-end, we acquired 1 grocery-anchored shopping centersold real estate assets with aaggregate gross purchase price of $31.5sales proceeds totaling $42.6 million. We anticipate that the purchase price of the recent acquisition will be allocated to land, building and other identifiable intangible assets and liabilities.

No impairment losses are anticipated with these dispositions.

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ITEM 2.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a widespread health crisis, which has adversely affected international, national and local economies and financial markets generally, and has had an unprecedented negative effect on the commercial real estate industry. It also has contributed to the recent historic price fluctuations for oil and natural gas. The discussions below, including without limitation with respect to outlooks and liquidity, are subject to the future effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the responses to curb its spread, and changes in energy prices, both of which continue to evolve. As such, as described in Part II, Item 1A entitled “Risk Factors,” it is uncertain as to the magnitude of the impact of the pandemic, including any fluctuations in energy prices, on our results of operations, cash flows, financial condition, or liquidity for fiscal year 2020 and beyond.

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, 2018, factorsFactors which may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to, (i) disruptions in financial markets, (ii) general and regional 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 and changes in LIBOR availability, (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 effect of changes in tax laws and 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.investor, and (xiii) the impact of public health issues, such as the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Accordingly, there is no assurance that our expectations will be realized. For further discussion of the factors that could materially affect the outcome of our forward-looking statements and our future results and financial condition, see Item 1A. "Risk Factors” in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019 and in Part II, Item 1A of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. 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.


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Executive Overview

Weingarten Realty Investors is a REIT organized under the Texas Business Organizations Code. We, and our predecessor entity, began the ownership 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. Several of these centers are mixed-use properties that have both retail and residential components. 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 33.031.4 million square feet of gross leasable area that is either owned by us or others. We have a diversified tenant base with our largest tenant comprising only 2.4%2.6% of base minimum rental revenues during the first ninesix months of 2019.

2020.

At SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we owned or operated under long-term leases, either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, a total of 170165 properties, which are located in 1716 states spanning the country from coast to coast.

We also owned interests in 23 parcels of land held for development that totaled approximately 11.9 million square feet at SeptemberJune 30, 2019.

2020.

We had approximately 3,7003,600 leases with 2,800 different tenants at SeptemberJune 30, 2019.2020. Rental revenue is primarily derived from operating leases with terms of 10 years or less, and may include multiple options, upon tenant election, to extend the lease term in increments up to five years. Many of our leases have increasing minimum rental rates during the terms of the leases through escalation provisions. In addition, the majority of our leases provide for variable rental revenues, such as reimbursements of real estate taxes, maintenance and insurance and may include an amount 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. Although there is a broad shift in shopping patterns, including internet shopping that continues to affect our tenants, we believe our anchor tenants, most of which have adopted omni-channel networks which help drive foot traffic, combined with convenient locations, attractive and well-maintained properties, high quality retailers and a strong tenant mix, should lessen the effects of these conditions and maintain the viability of our portfolio.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted our business due largely to the extreme hardships facing our retailers. The retail industry has been impacted greatly due to a number of factors, including governmental and legislative mandates to temporarily close and/or limit the operations of non-essential businesses, as well as encouraging or mandating most employees work from home, as well as general economic conditions. While most states have embarked upon a re-opening of select businesses, including retailers and restaurants, the impact of these measures on the ability of our tenants to pay rent is indeterminable at this time, particularly as some areas are currently experiencing a resurgence of COVID-19. Many of our retailers have moved to include on-line sales with curbside pickup or delivery, including restaurants, apparel discounters and electronics. The grocery stores and other retailers with a grocery component that anchor the majority of our shopping centers remain strong in this environment with the only slow down being the availability of a healthy workforce. Although we encouraged many of our smaller tenants to apply for the federal loans being offered under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”) program, the impact of these programs is also indeterminable at this time. Based on annualized base rents, including our share of interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, we have estimated that 44% and 19% of our tenants are designated as essential businesses and restaurants, respectively. Additionally, as of mid-July, approximately 95% of our tenants were open for business. During the second quarter of 2020, we experienced an increase in tenant fallout of approximately 400,000 square feet representing approximately $9.6 million in annualized base rents, either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships. There has also been an increase in announced bankruptcies for the quarter that represents approximately 400,000 square feet representing approximately $9.0 million in annualized base rents, either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, of which 116,000 square feet and $3.2 million is included in tenant fallout amounts above. Accordingly, we continue to omit 2020 guidance due to the uncertainties surrounding the impact and duration of the pandemic.

Beginning in the second quarter of 2020, we began to finalize and record deferrals and, in limited instances, abatement agreements with our tenants to provide some relief to the tenants greatly impacted by the COVID-19 shut down. As of July 27, 2020, we have negotiated deferrals with tenants on approximately 860 leases, which represents nearly $17.8 million that will be deferred over the next several months. In addition, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, we have reduced rental revenues by $19.3 million and $28.7 million, respectively, due to lease related reserves and write-offs, which includes $4.8 million and $12.4 million, respectively, for straight-line rent receivables. As markets within our geographic footprint continue to reopen retail operations, our current expectation is that rent collections will trend upward throughout 2021; however, no assurances can be given that this will occur due to the uncertainties surrounding our tenants’ reopening and any resurgence of the pandemic and the governmental reaction to any resurgence. As of July 27, 2020, tenant billing data, which includes base minimum rental revenues and escrows for CAM, real estate taxes and insurance either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, was as follows:

Percent of Annualized Base Rent

Percent of Cash Collections for the Three Months Ending June 30, 2020

Percent of Cash Collections for July 1, 2020 through July 27, 2020

Essential

44

%

92

%

94

%

Restaurant

19

69

71

Non-essential

37

63

73

Total Cash Collections

100

%

77

82

Deferrals

13

7

Abatements

1

0

Total Cash Collections and Other

91

%

89

%

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During the first quarter 2020, we drew down the available balance of our $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility to increase liquidity and preserve financial flexibility in light of the uncertainty surrounding the impact of COVID-19. During the second quarter 2020, we paid down $485 million under our unsecured revolving credit facility due to the then stabilization of the financial markets and our access to other sources of liquidity. Additionally, we reduced dividend payments for the second quarter to $.18 per share from $.395 per share to conserve liquidity. Due to the magnitude of our dispositions during 2020, it is also likely we will pay a special dividend near year-end; however, the amount of such dividend is not yet determinable. Absent a significant deterioration in cash collections as compared to those received in this quarter, we believe our cash flow from operations will meet our planned capital needs for the remainder of 2020 and 2021. Further, the ability to draw down under our revolving credit facility will provide ample liquidity for us to operate and maintain compliance with our debt covenants; however, no assurances can be given that this level of cash flow will occur due to the uncertainty in the duration and restrictions of the limitations in place for retailers.

Finally, most of our employees have been working remotely to stay healthy, support operations and in response to stay-at-home mandates or recommendations. Recent changes in Texas and other states stay-at-home mandates currently will allow our employees, who are not considered high risk, to return to the office subject to health and safety measures. Working remotely presents various challenges, including (but not all inclusive) concerns about productivity, connectivity, consumer privacy and IT security.

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) owning quality shopping centers in preferred locations that attract strong tenants, (2) growing net income from our existing portfolio by increasing occupancy and rental rates, (3) raising net asset value and cash flow through quality acquisitions and new developments, (2) maintaining a strong, flexible consolidated balance sheet and a well-managed debt maturity schedule, (3) growing net income from our existing portfolio by increasing occupancy and rental rates, (4) continuously redeveloping our existing shopping centers to increase cash flow and enhance the value of the centers and (5) owning quality shopping centers in preferred locations that attractmaintaining a strong, tenants.flexible consolidated balance sheet and a well-managed debt maturity schedule. We believe these initiatives will keep our portfolio of properties among the strongest in our sector. Due to current capitalization rates in the market along with the uncertainty of changes in interest rates and various other market conditions, we intend to continue to be very prudent in our evaluation of all new investment opportunities. We believe the pricing of assets that no longer meet our ownership criteria remains reasonably stable while the price of our common shares remains below our net asset value. Given these conditions, we have been focused on dispositions of properties with risk factors that impact our willingness to own them going forward, and although we intend to continue with this strategy subject to evolving market conditions, our dispositions in 2019 are expected to decrease as compared to the prior year, and we anticipate a further decreasebe significantly lower in 2020. We intend to utilize the proceeds from dispositions to, among other things, fund acquisitions along with both new development and redevelopment projects.

As we discussed above, subject to evolving market conditions, we continuously 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, 2019,2020, 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 $361.9$88.4 million. We have severalapproximately $74.8 million of dispositions currently under contracts or letters of intent, and we anticipate that our aggregate dispositions in 2019 could be up to $450 million depending on the occurrence and timing of the closings of such dispositions, but expect a decrease to a normalized level in 2020 less than $150 million;intent; however, there are no assurances that these transactions will close at such prices or at all.


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We$42.6 million. For 2020, we expect the volume of dispositions will significantly decrease from those in 2019.

Subject to evolving market conditions, 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. DuePreviously, due to the significant amount of capital available in the market, it has been difficult to participate at price points that meet our investment criteria. During the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we acquired threeone grocery-anchored shopping centerscenter and other property, one of which is in a 51% unconsolidated real estate joint venture, adding 327,00078,000 square feet to the portfolio with our share of thean aggregate gross purchase price totaling $81.9 million. Subsequent to September 30, 2019, we acquired one grocery-anchored shopping center with a gross purchase price of $31.5$43.0 million. For 2019,2020, we expectwill continue to completelook for acquisition investments in the range of $175 millioninvestments; however, during this current environment, even if we were to $275 million; however,find transactions, there are no assurances that these transactions will close at such prices or at all.we would proceed with closing the transaction.

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We intend to continue to focus on identifying new development projects as another source of growth, as well as continue to look for redevelopment opportunities. The opportunities for additional new development projects are limited at this time primarily due to a lack of demand for new retail space. During the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we invested $116.1$47.5 million in two mixed-use new development projects in the Washington D.C. area that are partially or wholly owned and a 30-story, high-rise residential tower at our River Oaks Shopping Center in Houston, Texas, and we invested $15.3$5.8 million in 10 redevelopment projects that were partially or wholly owned. Effective January 1, 2019, we stabilized the development in Seattle, Washington, moving it to our operating property portfolio, which added 62,427 square feet to the portfolio at an estimated cost per square foot of $490. Also during the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019, we2020, completed eight redevelopment projects which added approximately 101,000142,000 square feet to the portfolio with an incremental investment totaling $26.3$23.1 million. For 2019,2020, we expect these developments to invest in new development and redevelopments inproceed as planned; however, no assurance can be given due to the rangeimpact of $175 million to $225 million, but we can give no assurances that this will actually occur.

the pandemic.

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. WeSubject to evolving market conditions, we continue to look for transactions that will strengthen our consolidated balance sheet and further enhance our access to various sources of capital, while reducing our cost of capital. During the third quarter, we repaid a $50 million secured fixed-rate mortgage with a 7% interest rate, which further enhances our future positioning to various sources of capital. Due to the current variability in the capital markets, there can be no assurance that favorable pricing and accessibility will be available in the future. Proceeds from our disposition program and cash generated from operations continue to further strengthen our balance sheet.

Operational Metrics

In assessing the performance of our centers, management carefully monitors various operating metrics of the portfolio. As a resultIn light of our strong leasing activitycurrent circumstance and low tenant fallout,the negative impact related to potentially uncollectible revenues, the operating metrics of our portfolio remained strongperformed fairly well through the first ninesix months of 2019 as we2020. We focused on increasing rental ratescollections and maintaining tenants to minimize the decline in same property net operating income ("SPNOI"(“SPNOI” and see Non-GAAP Financial Measures for additional information). due to the impact associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Our portfolio delivered strongthe following operating results with:results:

occupancy of 93.4% at June 30, 2020 showed a decrease from 94.8% in the prior year;
a decrease of 9.8% in SPNOI for the six months ended June 30, 2020 over the same period of 2019; and
rental rate increases of 13.2% for new leases and 8.4% for renewals during the six months ended June 30, 2020.
occupancy of 94.7% at September 30, 2019;
an increase of 2.9% in SPNOI that includes redevelopments for the three months ended September 30, 2019 over the same period of 2018; and
rental rate increases of 15.0% for new leases and 4.5% for renewals during the three months ended September 30, 2019.

Below are performance metrics associated with our signed occupancy, SPNOI growth and leasing activity on a pro rata basis:

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

Anchor (space of 10,000 square feet or greater)

95.9

%  

97.4

%

Non-Anchor

89.0

%  

90.4

%

Total Occupancy

93.4

%  

94.8

%

    

Three Months Ended

    

Six Months Ended

 

June 30, 2020

June 30, 2020

 

SPNOI (1)

(19.7)

%

(9.8)

%

 September 30,
 2019 2018
Anchor (space of 10,000 square feet or greater)97.0% 96.6%
Non-Anchor90.7% 90.6%
Total Occupancy94.7% 94.4%

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 Three Months Ended
September 30, 2019
 Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2019
SPNOI Growth (including Redevelopments) (1)
2.9% 3.4%
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(1)See Non-GAAP Financial Measures for a definition of the measurement of SPNOI and a reconciliation to net income attributable to common shareholders within this section of Item 2.

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Average

    

Average

    

Average Cost

    

New

Prior

of Tenant

Change in

Number

Square

Rent per

Rent per

Improvements

Base Rent

of

Feet

Square

Square

per Square

on Cash

Leases

('000's)

Foot ($)

Foot ($)

Foot ($)

Basis

Leasing Activity:

  

  

  

  

  

  

Three Months Ended June 30, 2020

  

  

  

  

  

  

New leases (1)

17

34

$

25.05

$

22.70

$

42.02

10.3

%

Renewals

109

464

 

19.92

 

18.62

 

7.0

%

Not comparable spaces

10

64

 

 

 

Total

136

562

$

20.27

$

18.90

$

2.90

7.3

%

Six Months Ended June 30, 2020

  

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

  

New leases (1)

51

142

$

26.29

$

23.22

$

53.40

13.2

%

Renewals

253

1,412

 

18.51

 

17.07

 

8.4

%

Not comparable spaces

32

148

 

 

 

Total

336

1,702

$

19.23

$

17.64

$

4.90

9.0

%

 
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, 2019      
New leases (1)
45
 123
 $27.39
 $23.81
 $33.06
 15.0%
Renewals108
 412
 20.61
 19.72
 
 4.5%
Not comparable spaces33
 93
        
Total186
 628
 $22.16
 $20.66
 $7.59
 7.3%
            
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019      
New leases (1)
123
 343
 $27.03
 $23.46
 $36.10
 15.2%
Renewals374
 1,858
 16.99
 16.34
 
 4.0%
Not comparable spaces91
 356
        
Total588
 2,557
 $18.56
 $17.45
 $5.62
 6.3%
_______________
(1)Average external lease commissions per square foot for the three and ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 were $5.57 and $5.50, respectively.$6.39.

Changing shopping habits, driven by rapid expansion of internet-driven procurement, has led to increased financial problems for many retailers, which has had a negative impact on the retail real estate sector. We continue to monitor the effects of these trends, including the impact of retail customer spending over the long-term. We believe the desirability of our physical locations, the significant diversification of our portfolio, both geographically and by tenant base, and the quality of our portfolio, along with its leading retailers and service providers that sell primarily grocery and basic necessity-type goods and services, position us well to mitigate the impact of these changes. Additionally, most retailers have implemented omni-channel networks that integrate on-line shopping with in-store experiences that has further reinforced the need for bricks and mortar locations. Despite recent market disruption and tenant bankruptcies, we continue to believe there is long-term retailer demand for quality space within strong, strategically located centers.

While we anticipate occupancy in 2019 to increase slightly from 2018,

In 2020, we are experiencing some fluctuations due to previously announced bankruptcies and the repositioning of those spaces. ACurrently, the impact to occupancy is unknown due to the uncertainty and duration of the pandemic. Previously, a reduction in the availability of quality retail space, as well as continued retailer demand, contributed to the increase in overall rental rates on a same-space basis as we completed new leases and renewed existing leases; however, the magnitude of these increases decreaseddeclined in comparison to previous years due to, among other factors, a continued shift in negotiating leverage to the tenant, especially on anchor spaces. We expecttenant. Given the uncertainty surrounding the impact of the pandemic, we are unclear of its impact to rental rates to continue to increase and the funding of tenant improvements and allowances could increase; however, theallowances. The variability in the mix of leasing transactions as to size of space, market, use and other factors may impact the magnitude of these increases,changes, both positively and negatively. Leasing volume is anticipated to fluctuate due to the uncertainty in tenant fallouts related to bankruptcies and tenant non-renewals. Our expectation is that SPNOI growth including redevelopments will average between 2.5%decline in 2020 compared to 3.5% for 2019 assuming no significant tenant bankruptcies, although there are no assurances that this will occur.

previous years.

New Development/Redevelopment

At SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we have two mixed-use projects in the Washington D. C. market and a 30-story, high-rise residential tower at our River Oaks Shopping Center in Houston that were in various stages of development and are partially or wholly owned. We have funded $334.2$415.9 million through SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 on these projects, and we estimate our aggregate net investment upon completion to be $485.0 million. Overall,Due to the average projected stabilizedimpact of COVID-19, we are currently unable to project a stabilization return on investment for these multi-use properties, that include retail, office and residential components, is expected to approximate 5.5% upon completion.


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projects.

We have 10 redevelopment projects in which we plan to invest approximately $71.4$55.1 million. Upon completion,Realization of the average projected stabilized return on our incremental investment on these redevelopment projects is expectedmay be longer than originally planned due to be between 8.0% and 12.0%.the impact of COVID-19.

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We had approximately $40.7$41.1 million in land held for development at SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 that may either be developed or sold. While we arewere experiencing some 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 volumeMarket pricing of high-quality core properties on the market, has driven pricing to very high levels.retail real estate assets is highly uncertain under current economic conditions. 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, to repurchase our common shares and/or debt, dependent upon market prices, or to fund acquisitions and both new development and redevelopment projects.

Summary of

Critical Accounting Policies

and Estimates

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.basis using available information. We base our estimates on current economic conditions, 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

Uncertainty in the current economic environment due to the recent outbreak of the COVID-19 has and may continue to significantly impact the judgments regarding estimates and assumptions utilized by management. In addition to the disclosure of our critical accounting policies and estimates 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, 20182019 in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. There have been noOperations, we are adding the following due to significant changes in judgements related to our critical accounting policies during 2019.COVID-19.

Revenue Recognition and Accrued Rent, Accrued Customer Contract Receivables and Accounts Receivable

Individual leases and contracts are assessed for collectability and upon the determination that the collection of rents over the life lease or contract is not probable, rental revenue and customer contract revenue is then converted to the cash basis and accrued rent and accounts receivables are reduced as an adjustment to rental or other revenues, respectively. An additional assessment is made at the portfolio level to determine whether operating lease receivables are appropriately valued based upon an analysis of balances outstanding, historical bad debt levels and current economic trends. An allowance for the uncollectible portion of the portfolio is recorded as an adjustment to rental revenues.


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We review current economic considerations each reporting period, including the effects of tenant bankruptcies. Additionally with the uncertainties regarding COVID-19, our assessment also considers the type of retailer and current discussions with the tenants, as well as recent rent collection experience. Determining whether a lease or contract, as well as any related receivables, are appropriately assessed and valued requires a significant amount of judgment by management and is based on the best information available to management at the time of evaluation. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, we reduced rental revenues by $19.3 million and $28.7 million, respectively, excluding the impact of any cash collections. The evaluations used in these analyses could result in incorrect estimates when determining values that could be material to our consolidated financial statements.

Results of Operations

Comparison of the Three Months Ended SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 to the Three Months Ended SeptemberJune 30, 2018

2019

The following table is a summary of certain items in net 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, 20192020 as compared to the same period in 2018:

 Three Months Ended September 30,
 2019 2018 Change % Change
Revenues$121,362
 $128,790
 $(7,428) (5.8)%
Depreciation and amortization33,380
 38,042
 (4,662) (12.3)
Real estate taxes, net15,205
 17,601
 (2,396) (13.6)
Impairment loss
 2,398
 (2,398) (100.0)
General and administrative expenses8,432
 5,971
 2,461
 41.2
Interest expense, net13,820
 15,996
 (2,176) (13.6)
Gain on sale of property74,115
 17,079
 57,036
 334.0
Equity in earnings of real estate joint
ventures and partnerships, net
5,698
 8,022
 (2,324) (29.0)
2019:

Three Months Ended June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

    

Change

    

% Change

Revenues

$

98,135

$

122,660

$

(24,525)

 

(20.0)

%

Depreciation and amortization

37,627

34,967

2,660

 

7.6

Operating expenses

19,978

22,767

(2,789)

 

(12.3)

General and administrative expenses

12,920

8,880

4,040

 

45.5

Interest expense, net

15,776

14,953

823

 

5.5

Interest and other income, net

5,293

1,921

3,372

 

175.5

Gain on sale of property

7,898

52,061

(44,163)

 

(84.8)

Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships, net

3,428

6,665

(3,237)

 

(48.6)

Revenues

The decrease in revenues of $7.4$24.5 million is attributable primarily to a decrease of $20.5 million for potentially uncollectible revenues associated primarily with the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact of $9.1 million related to dispositions. Partially offsetting this decrease is revenue from acquisitions of $5.1 million.

Depreciation and Amortization

The increase in depreciation and amortization of $2.7 million is attributable primarily to the $12.8$4.8 million impact of dispositionsacquisitions and $1.1new developments and an increase of $.3 million of revenues for real estate taxes paid directly byfrom other capital activities at our tenants in 2018, that can no longer be recorded due to the adoption of the new lease accounting standard on January 1, 2019. Offsetting this decrease, the existing portfolio including acquisition, new development and redevelopment properties, contributed $6.5 million resulting from increases in rental rates and changes in occupancy.

Depreciation and Amortization
centers, which is partially offset by dispositions of $2.4 million.

Operating Expenses

The decrease in depreciation and amortizationoperating expenses of $4.7$2.8 million is attributable primarily to a $.8 million reduction in expense associated deferred compensation (see General and Administrative Expenses below for additional information) and the impact of dispositions between the respective periods.

Real Estate Taxes, net
The decrease in real estate taxes, net of $2.4 million is attributable primarily to dispositions and $1.1 million of real estate taxes paid directly by our tenants in 2018, that can no longer be recorded due to the adoption of the new lease accounting standard on January 1, 2019.
Impairment Loss
The impairment loss in 2018 was associated with two centers that have been sold.
$1.5 million.

General and Administrative Expenses

The increase in general and administrative expenses of $2.5$4.0 million is attributable primarily to thea fair value increase of $4.5 million associated with assets held in a grantor trust related to deferred compensation, a reduction in capitalized indirect leasing costs resulting fromprimarily travel and convention related expenses due to the adoptionCOVID-19 pandemic and a reduction in personnel. Effective the first quarter of 2020, the allocation of the new lease accounting standard update on January 1, 2019.fair value adjustments associated with the assets held in the grantor trust was changed to reflect the current expense classification of the employees in the deferred compensation plan; therefore, all changes to the liability will be recorded in general and administrative expense with no allocation to operating expense unless future employee expense classifications change.

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Interest Expense, net

Net interest expense decreased $2.2increased $.8 million or 13.6%5.5%. The components of net interest expense were as follows (in thousands):

 Three Months Ended
September 30,
 2019 2018
Gross interest expense$16,703
 $17,492
Amortization of debt deferred costs, net892
 869
Over-market mortgage adjustment(82) (81)
Capitalized interest(3,693) (2,284)
Total$13,820
 $15,996

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Three Months Ended

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

Gross interest expense

$

17,003

$

17,429

Amortization of debt deferred costs, net

 

783

 

888

Over-market mortgage adjustment

 

(100)

 

(81)

Capitalized interest

 

(1,910)

 

(3,283)

Total

$

15,776

$

14,953

The decreaseincrease in net interest expense is attributable primarily to an increasea reduction in capitalized interest, which is offset by a reduction in gross interest expense. The reduction of $1.4 million associated with an increase incapitalized interest is primarily attributable to the near completion of two of the residential portions of our new development and redevelopment activities. Additionally, thedevelopments. The decrease in gross interest expense of $.8 million is primarily attributable primarily to a reduction in the weighted average debt outstandinginterest rates due to the pay downrevolver between the respective periods, which is offset by an increase in the weighted average debt outstanding associated primarily with the activity of debt with proceeds from dispositions and cash generated from operations.the revolver. For the three months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, the weighted average debt outstanding was $1.7$2.0 billion at a weighted average interest rate of 4.0%3.6% as compared to $1.8 billion outstanding at a weighted average interest rate of 4.0%4.1% in the same period of 2018.

2019.

Interest and Other Income, net

The increase of $3.4 million in interest and other income, net is attributable primarily to a fair value increase of $3.7 million associated with assets held in a grantor trust related to deferred compensation and a decrease in interest income of $.4 million associated with short-term and other investments.

Gain on Sale of Property

The increasedecrease of $57.0$44.2 million in gain on sale of property is attributable to the disposition of four centersone center and other property in the thirdsecond quarter of 20192020 as compared to threefive centers and other property in the same period of 2018.

2019.

Equity in Earnings of Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net

The decrease of $2.3$3.2 million in equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships, net is attributable primarily to a reduction in earnings of $1.6 million associated with depreciation of a mixed-use project and adjustments of $1.8 million for potentially uncollectible amounts associated primarily with the disposition of one center inCOVID-19 pandemic between the third quarter of 2018, which is partially offset by the acquisition of one center in the same period of 2019.

respective periods.

Comparison of the NineSix Months Ended SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 to the NineSix Months Ended SeptemberJune 30, 2018

2019

The following table is a summary of certain items in net 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, 20192020 as compared to the same period in 2019:

2018:

Six Months Ended June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

    

Change

    

% Change

Revenues

$

209,487

$

245,798

$

(36,311)

 

(14.8)

%

Depreciation and amortization

74,283

68,939

5,344

 

7.8

Operating expenses

43,138

47,015

(3,877)

 

(8.2)

General and administrative expenses

15,227

18,461

(3,234)

 

(17.5)

Interest expense, net

30,378

30,242

136

 

0.4

Interest and other (expense) income, net

(535)

6,305

(6,840)

 

108.5

Gain on sale of property

21,474

69,848

(48,374)

 

(69.3)

Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships, net

 

30,525

 

12,082

 

18,443

 

152.6

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 Nine Months Ended September 30,
 2019 2018 Change % Change
Revenues$367,160
 $403,328
 $(36,168) (9.0)%
Depreciation and amortization102,319
 126,558
 (24,239) (19.2)
Real estate taxes, net47,072
 52,706
 (5,634) (10.7)
Impairment loss74
 2,398
 (2,324) (96.9)
General and administrative expenses26,893
 17,715
 9,178
 51.8
Interest expense, net44,062
 47,685
 (3,623) (7.6)
Interest and other income, net7,409
 4,735
 2,674
 56.5
Gain on sale of property143,963
 173,077
 (29,114) (16.8)

Revenues

The decrease in revenues of $36.2$36.3 million is attributable primarily to a decrease of $29.4 million for potentially uncollectible revenues associated primarily with the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact of $18.9 million related to dispositions. Partially offsetting this decrease is revenue from acquisitions of $9.6 million, as well as changes in rental rates and occupancy at our existing portfolio, new developments and redevelopments, which contributed $2.4 million.

Depreciation and Amortization

The increase in depreciation and amortization of $5.3 million is attributable primarily to the $34.4$8.8 million impact of dispositions, a decreaseacquisitions and new developments and an increase of $9.0$1.5 million from the write-off of lease intangibles due to the termination of tenant leases, which includes $10.1 million below-market lease intangible in the second quarter of 2018, and $3.3 million of revenues for real estate taxes paid directly byother capital activities at our tenants in 2018, that can no longer be recorded due to the adoption of the new lease accounting standard on January 1, 2019. Offsetting this decrease, the existing portfolio including acquisition, new development and redevelopment properties, contributed $10.5 million resulting from increases in rental rates and changes in occupancy.

Depreciation and Amortization
centers, which is partially offset by dispositions of $5.0 million.

Operating Expenses

The decrease in depreciation and amortizationoperating expenses of $24.2$3.9 million is attributable primarily to a $2.8 million reduction in expense associated deferred compensation (see General and Administrative Expenses below for additional information) and the $13.1 million write-offimpact of an in-place lease intangible from the terminationdispositions of a tenant lease in the second quarter of 2018 and disposition activities of $11.5 million, which$2.8 million. Partially offsetting this decrease is offset by an increase in expense of $.4$2.1 million primarily from acquisitions and redevelopment centers.

Real Estate Taxes, net
The decrease in real estate taxes, net of $5.6 million is attributable primarily to dispositions and $3.3 million of real estate taxes paid directly by our tenants in 2018, that can no longer be recorded due to the adoption of the new lease accounting standard on January 1, 2019.
Impairment Loss
The decrease in impairment loss of $2.3 million is attributable primarily to losses recognized in 2018 associated with two centers that have been sold.

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mixed-use operations.

General and Administrative Expenses

The increasedecrease in general and administrative expenses of $9.2$3.2 million is attributable primarily to a fair value reduction of $2.6 million associated with assets held in a grantor trust related to deferred compensation, (see General and Administrative Expenses above for additional information) a reduction in capitalized indirect leasing costs of $7.7 million resulting fromprimarily travel and convention related expenses due to the adoption of the new lease accounting standard update on January 1, 2019,COVID-19 pandemic and a $1.7 million decrease to restricted share compensationreduction in the first quarter of 2018 associated with unanticipated reductions in our share valuation.

personnel.

Interest Expense, net

Net interest expense decreased $3.6increased $.1 million or 7.6%.4%. The components of net interest expense were as follows (in thousands):

 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2019 2018
Gross interest expense$51,522
 $54,477
Gain on extinguishment of debt including related swap activity
 (3,759)
Amortization of debt deferred costs, net2,682
 2,672
Over-market mortgage adjustment(245) (318)
Capitalized interest(9,897) (5,387)
Total$44,062
 $47,685

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

Gross interest expense

$

33,559

$

34,819

Amortization of debt deferred costs, net

 

1,579

 

1,790

Over-market mortgage adjustment

 

(187)

 

(163)

Capitalized interest

 

(4,573)

 

(6,204)

Total

$

30,378

$

30,242

The decreaseincrease in net interest expense is attributable primarily to a reduction in capitalized interest, which is offset by a reduction in gross interest expense. The reduction of capitalized interest is primarily attributable to the near completion of two of the residential portions of our new developments. The decrease in gross interest expense is primarily attributable to a reduction in the weighted average interest rates due to the revolver between the respective periods, which is offset by an increase in the weighted average debt outstanding due toassociated primarily with the pay downactivity of debt with proceeds from dispositions and cash generated from operations.the revolver. For the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, the weighted average debt outstanding was $1.8$1.9 billion at a weighted average interest rate of 4.0%3.7% as compared to $1.9$1.8 billion outstanding at a weighted average interest rate of 4.0%4.1% in the same period of 2018. Additionally, net interest expense was impacted by an increase in capitalized interest of $4.5 million associated with an increase in new development and redevelopment activities, and a $3.8 million gain on extinguishment of debt in the first quarter of 2018, including the effect of a swap termination.

2019.

Interest and Other (Expense) Income, net

The increase of $2.7$6.8 million in net interest and other (expense) income net is attributable primarily to a fair value increasereduction of $2.0$5.4 million forassociated with assets held in a grantor trust related to deferred compensation and an increase of $1.1 milliona decrease in interest income of $1.4 million associated with our short-term cashand other investments.

Gain on Sale of Property

The decrease of $29.1$48.4 million in gain on sale of property is attributable to the disposition of 12two centers and other property duringin the first ninesix months of 20192020 as compared to 17eight centers and other property in the same period of 2018.2019.

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Equity in Earnings of Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net

The increase of $18.4 million in equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships, net is attributable primarily to an increase in earnings of $22.4 million associated with disposition, mixed-used and acquisition activities between the respective periods. Partially offsetting this increase are adjustments totaling $2.1 million and $2.4 million for potentially uncollectible amounts associated primarily with the COVID-19 pandemic and depreciation of a mixed-use project, respectively.

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 2019 business plan,Our anticipated cash flows from operating activities in 2020, as well as the availability of funds under our unsecured revolving credit facility are expected to meet these planned capital needs.

needs; however, no assurance can be given due to the evolving impact of the pandemic.

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 equity issuances; and cash generated from the sale of property or interests in real estate joint ventures and partnerships 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, equity, cash generated from the disposition of properties and cash flow generated by our operating properties.

As of SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we had available borrowing capacity of $497.9$486.1 million under our unsecured revolving credit facility, and our debt maturities for the remainder of 20192020 total $2.0$2.9 million. As of SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we had cash and cash equivalents available of $124.4$14.2 million. Currently, we anticipate our dispositionoperating, development and redevelopment activities to continue and estimate between $350 million to $450 millionwill be met by these funds in dispositions for 2019. Our disposition program has resulted2020. Even with the current uncertainty in significant gains that may require the payment of a special dividend before January 31, 2020 in order to retain our REIT status.


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We believe net proceeds from 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, redevelopment and new development activities and, if necessary, special dividends. In the event our capital recycling program does not progress as expected,markets, we believe other debt and equity alternatives are available to us. Although externalus based on recent market conditions are nottransactions within our control, we do not currently foresee any impediments to our entering the capital markets if needed.
industry sector.

During the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, our share of aggregate gross sales proceeds from dispositions of centers owned by us, either directly or through our interest in real estate joint ventures or partnerships, totaled $361.9$88.4 million. Operating cash flows from assets disposed are included in net cash from operating activities in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, while proceeds from these 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. At SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, off-balance sheet mortgage debt for our unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships totaled $265.5$263.4 million, of which our pro rata ownership was $87.2$86.1 million. Scheduled principal mortgage payments on this debt, excluding deferred debt costs and non-cash related items totaling $(.6)$(.5) million, at 100% are as follows (in millions):

2019 remaining$.7
20203.1
2021173.0
20222.1
20232.2
Thereafter85.0
Total$266.1

2020 remaining

    

$

1.6

2021

173.0

2022

 

2.1

2023

 

2.2

2024

 

2.3

Thereafter

 

82.7

Total

$

263.9

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 partylender’s consent for assets held in special purpose entities that are 100% owned by us.entities.

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Investing Activities

Acquisitions

During the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we acquired threeone grocery-anchored shopping centerscenter and other property one of which is in a 51% unconsolidated real estate joint venture, with our share of thean aggregate gross purchase price totaling $81.9$43.0 million.

Dispositions

During the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we sold 12six 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 $361.9$88.4 million and generated our share of the gains of approximately $144.9generated approximated $44.9 million.

New Development/Redevelopment

At SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we had two mixed-use projects and a 30-story, high-rise residential tower at our River Oaks Shopping Center under development with approximately .2 million of total square footage for retail and office space and 962 residential units, that were partially or wholly owned. We have funded $334.2$415.9 million through SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 on these projects. Upon completion, we expect our aggregate net investment in these multi-use projects to be $485.0 million. Effective January 1, 2019, wemillion; however, the timing of the realization of a stabilized the development in Seattle, Washington, moving it to our operating property portfolio, which added 62,427 square feetreturn is currently unknown due to the portfolio at an estimated cost per square footuncertainties regarding the impact of $490.

COVID-19.

At SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we had 10 redevelopment projects in which we plan to invest approximately $71.4$55.1 million. Upon completion,Realization of the average projected stabilized return on our incremental investment on thesemay be longer than originally planned due to the impact of COVID-19. During the six months ended June 30, 2020, completed redevelopment projects is expected to be between 8.0% and 12.0%. During the nine months ended September 30, 2019, we completed eight redevelopment projects, which added approximately 101,000142,000 square feet to the portfolio with an incremental investment totaling $26.3$23.1 million.


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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,
 2019 2018
Acquisitions$81,034
 $
New Development109,513
 71,326
Redevelopment20,181
 27,069
Tenant Improvements23,586
 20,805
Capital Improvements13,673
 16,696
Other5,139
 4,027
Total$253,126
 $139,923

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

Acquisitions

$

25,506

$

52,659

New Development

 

50,778

 

76,998

Redevelopment

 

6,585

 

14,548

Tenant Improvements

 

16,224

 

16,509

Capital Improvements

 

7,338

 

8,822

Other

 

1,724

 

3,373

Total

$

108,155

$

172,909

The increasedecrease in capital expenditures is attributable primarily to the acquisition of three centersa reduction in acquisitions and the net increased activity from our new development and redevelopment centers.

activity.

For 2019,2020, we anticipate our acquisitions to total approximately $175 million to $275 million.will decline over the prior year. Our new development and redevelopment investment for 20192020 is estimated to be approximately $175 million to $225 million.consistent or lower than 2019 expenditures as we complete our current development projects. For 2019,2020, capital and tenant improvements is generally expected to be consistent with 2018or lower than 2019 expenditures. No assurances can be provided that our planned activities will occur. Further, we have entered into commitments aggregating $124.1$61.3 million comprised principally of construction contracts, which are generally due in 12 to 36 months and anticipated to be funded with proceeds from the drawdown under our unsecured revolving credit facility or through the usefacility.

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Capital expenditures for additions described above relate to cash flows from investing activities as follows (in thousands):

 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2019 2018
Acquisition of real estate and land$54,069
 $1,265
Development and capital improvements130,857
 112,927
Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Investments68,200
 25,731
Total$253,126
 $139,923

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

Acquisition of real estate and land, net

$

25,506

$

52,659

Development and capital improvements

 

78,258

 

95,895

Real estate joint ventures and partnerships - Investments

 

4,391

 

24,355

Total

$

108,155

$

172,909

Capitalized soft costs, including payroll and other general and administrative costs, interest, insurance and real estate taxes, totaled $16.9$9.5 million and $11.6$11.0 million for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2020 and 2019, and 2018, respectively.

Financing Activities

Debt

Total debt outstanding was $1.7 billion at SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and consisted of $17.5$12 million, which bears interest at variable rates, and $1.7 billion, which bears interest at fixed rates. Additionally, of our total debt, $283.0$279 million was secured by operating centers while the remaining $1.5 billion was unsecured.

At SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we have a $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility, which expires in March 20202024 and provides borrowing rates that float at a margin over LIBOR plus a facility fee. At SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, the borrowing margin and facility fee, which are priced off a grid that is tied to our senior unsecured credit ratings, were 9082.5 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 October 28, 2019,June 30, 2020, we had no amounts$12 million outstanding, and the available balance was $497.9$486 million, net of $2.1$1.9 million in outstanding letters of credit.


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At SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, we have a $10 million unsecured short-term facility that we maintain for cash management purposes. The facility, which matures in March 2020,2021, 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 5 basis points, respectively. As of October 28, 2019,June 30, 2020, we had no amounts outstanding under this facility.

For the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, the maximum balance and weighted average balance outstanding under both facilities combined were $5.0$497 million and $.2$146.5 million, respectively, at a weighted average interest rate of 3.3%1.0%.

On July 1, 2019, we repaid a $50 million secured fixed-rate mortgage with a 7.0% interest rate from cash from our disposition proceeds.

Our five most restrictive covenants, composed from both our public debt and revolving credit facility, include debt to asset, secured debt to asset, fixed charge, unencumbered asset test and unencumbered interest coverage ratios. We are not aware of any non-compliance with our public debt and revolving credit facility covenants as of SeptemberJune 30, 2019.

2020.

Our most restrictive public debt covenant ratios, as defined in our indenture and supplemental indenture agreements, were as follows at SeptemberJune 30, 2019:

2020:

Covenant

Restriction

Actual

CovenantRestrictionActual

Debt to Asset Ratio

Less than 60.0%60.0 %

35.9%

35.9

%

Secured Debt to Asset Ratio

Less than 40.0%40.0 %

5.8%

5.7

%

Fixed Charge Ratio

Greater than 1.5

4.6

4.2

Unencumbered Asset Test

Greater than 150%150 %

299.9%

297.2

%

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Equity

Our Board of Trust Managers has approved a reduced dividend payment for the currentthird quarter 2019 dividend of $.395$.18 per common share.share to maintain financial flexibility until we have better insight into the impact of the pandemic. Common share dividends paid totaled $152.5$74.0 million for the ninesix months ended SeptemberJune 30, 2019.2020. As disclosed in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019, we had dividends designated for payment in 2020 of $121.2 million. In the event we do not pay dividends of this amount, the unpaid portion will be taxed at corporate income tax rates. Accordingly, we intend to pay an additional $47 million of dividends before the end of 2020. Further, it is likely that we may need to pay a special dividend near year-end to cover additional 2020 taxable income resulting from property sales. 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, 20192020 approximated 75.1%73.7% (see Non-GAAP Financial Measures for additional information). Our disposition program has resulted in significant gains that may require the payment of a special dividend before January 31, 2020 in order to retain our REIT status.

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. During the six months ended June 30, 2020, we repurchased .8 million common shares at an average price of $21.47 per share. At SeptemberJune 30, 20192020 and as of the date of this filing, $181.5$163.3 million of common shares remained available to be repurchased under this plan.

We have an effective universal shelf registration statement, which expires in September 2020.2020, 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 ground leases where a third party owns and has leased the underlying land to us to construct and/or operate a shopping center. The table below excludes obligations related to our new development projects because such amounts are not fixed or determinable, and commitments aggregating $124.1$61.3 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, 20192020 (in thousands):

Payments due by period

    

    

Less than 1

    

    

    

More than 5

Total

year

1 - 3 years

3 - 5 years

years

Mortgages and Notes Payable (1)

  

  

  

  

  

Unsecured Debt

$

1,646,372

$

41,847

$

404,064

$

603,995

$

596,466

Secured Debt

 

345,294

 

9,116

 

51,265

 

93,559

 

191,354

Lease Payments

 

108,511

 

1,119

 

5,401

 

4,804

 

97,187

Other Obligations (2)

 

57,789

 

28,517

 

29,272

 

 

Total Contractual Obligations

$

2,157,966

$

80,599

$

490,002

$

702,358

$

885,007

 Payments due by period
 Total Less than 1 year 1 - 3 years 3 - 5 years More than 5 years
Mortgages and Notes Payable (1)
         
Unsecured Debt$1,674,414
 $26,099
 $106,750
 $687,030
 $854,535
Secured Debt354,173
 5,051
 65,199
 98,104
 185,819
Lease Payments110,230
 570
 5,281
 5,034
 99,345
Other Obligations (2)
57,748
 30,244
 27,504
    
Total Contractual Obligations$2,196,565
 $61,964
 $204,734
 $790,168
 $1,139,699
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(1)Includes our finance lease obligation and principal and interest with interest on variable-rate debt calculated using rates at SeptemberJune 30, 2019.2020. Also, excludes a $60.9$57.4 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 2019,2020, and therefore are excluded from the above table. See Note 1211 for additional information.

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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 $60.9$57.4 million remain outstanding at SeptemberJune 30, 2019.2020. 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, 2019.

2020.

Off Balance Sheet Arrangements

As of SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, 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 $7.0$6.9 million were outstanding at SeptemberJune 30, 2019.

2020.

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 continue 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.


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As of SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, 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$34 million at SeptemberJune 30, 2019.2020. Also at SeptemberJune 30, 2019,2020, another joint venture arrangement for the future development of a mixed-use project was determined to be a VIE. 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. We anticipate future funding of approximately $15$4.7 million associated with the mixed-use project 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

Effective January 1, 2019, the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts ("NAREIT") defines NAREIT FFO as net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders computed in accordance with GAAP, excluding gains or losses from sales of certain real estate assets (including: depreciable real estate with land, land development property and securities), change in control of real estate equity investments, and interests in real estate equity investments and their applicable taxes, plus depreciation and amortization related to real estate and impairment of certain real estate assets 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.

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Management believes 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 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 assets 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 and transactional costs associated with unsuccessful development activities.

NAREIT FFO and Core FFO should not be considered as alternatives to net income or other measurements under GAAP as indicators of 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

Six Months Ended

June 30, 

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

    

2020

    

2019

Net income attributable to common shareholders

$

11,368

$

83,809

$

63,990

$

133,475

Depreciation and amortization of real estate

 

37,520

 

34,732

 

73,995

 

68,475

Depreciation and amortization of real estate of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships

 

4,322

 

2,789

 

8,119

 

5,741

Impairment of properties and real estate equity investments

 

 

 

44

 

74

Gain on sale of property, investment securities and interests in real estate equity investments

 

(7,903)

 

(51,605)

 

(21,477)

 

(70,554)

Gain on dispositions of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships

 

(1,044)

 

(1,106)

 

(23,416)

 

(1,380)

Provision for income taxes (1)

 

 

44

 

 

44

Noncontrolling interests and other (2)

 

(652)

 

(484)

 

(1,227)

 

(973)

NAREIT FFO – basic

 

43,611

 

68,179

 

100,028

 

134,902

Income attributable to operating partnership units

 

241

 

528

 

769

 

1,056

NAREIT FFO – diluted

 

43,852

 

68,707

 

100,797

 

135,958

Adjustments for Core FFO:

 

  

 

  

 

  

 

  

Contract terminations

 

 

 

340

 

Core FFO – diluted

$

43,852

$

68,707

$

101,137

$

135,958

FFO weighted average shares outstanding – basic

 

127,242

 

127,856

 

127,552

 

127,807

Effect of dilutive securities:

 

 

 

 

Share options and awards

 

861

 

847

 

899

 

841

Operating partnership units

 

1,432

 

1,432

 

1,432

 

1,432

FFO weighted average shares outstanding – diluted

 

129,535

 

130,135

 

129,883

 

130,080

NAREIT FFO per common share – basic

$

0.34

$

0.53

$

0.78

$

1.06

NAREIT FFO per common share – diluted

$

0.34

$

0.53

$

0.78

$

1.05

Core FFO per common share – diluted

$

0.34

$

0.53

$

0.78

$

1.05

(1)The applicable taxes related to gains and impairments of operating and non-operating real estate assets.
(2)Related to gains, impairments and depreciation on operating properties and unconsolidated real estate joint ventures, where applicable.
 Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Net income attributable to common shareholders$106,742
 $42,981
 $240,217
 $268,094
Depreciation and amortization of real estate33,143
 37,784
 101,618
 125,659
Depreciation and amortization of real estate of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships2,933
 3,035
 8,674
 9,480
Impairment of properties and real estate equity investments
 2,398
 74
 2,398
Gain on sale of property, investment securities and interests in real estate equity investments(74,093) (16,541) (144,647) (172,280)
Gain on dispositions of unconsolidated real estate joint ventures and partnerships
 (2,714) (1,380) (6,296)
(Benefit) provision for income taxes (1)
(187) 1,296
 (143) 1,779
Noncontrolling interests and other (2)
(533) 7,723
 (1,506) 8,848
NAREIT FFO – basic (3)
68,005
 75,962
 202,907
 237,682
Income attributable to operating partnership units528
 528
 1,584
 1,584
NAREIT FFO – diluted (3)
68,533
 76,490
 204,491
 239,266
Adjustments for Core FFO:       
(Benefit) provision for income taxes (1)

 (1,494) 
 (1,494)
Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt including related swap activity
 368
 
 (3,090)
Lease terminations
 
 
 (10,023)
Other10
 (535) 10
 (775)
Core FFO – diluted$68,543
 $74,829
 $204,501
 $223,884
        
FFO weighted average shares outstanding – basic127,870
 127,525
 127,828
 127,651
Effect of dilutive securities:       
Share options and awards835
 792
 839
 809
Operating partnership units1,432
 1,432
 1,432
 1,432
FFO weighted average shares outstanding – diluted130,137
 129,749
 130,099
 129,892
        
NAREIT FFO per common share – basic$.53
 $.60
 $1.59
 $1.86
        
NAREIT FFO per common share – diluted$.53
 $.59
 $1.57
 $1.84
        
Core FFO per common share – diluted$.53
 $.58
 $1.57
 $1.72
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(1) The applicable taxes related to gains and impairments of properties.
(2) Related to gains, impairments and depreciation on operating properties and unconsolidated real estate joint ventures, where applicable.
(3) 2019 NAREIT FFO is presented in accordance with 2018 Restatement of "Nareit's Funds from Operations White Paper."

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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.

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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 that have been sold. 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, 2019
 Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2019
Beginning of the period164
 171
Properties added:   
New Developments
 1
Properties removed:   
Dispositions(5) (13)
End of the period159
 159

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Three Months Ended

    

Six Months Ended

June 30, 2020

June 30, 2020

Beginning of the period

149

155

Properties removed:

  

  

Redevelopments

(2)

Dispositions

(1)

(5)

End of the period

148

148

We calculate SPNOI using net income attributable to common shareholders and adjusted for net income attributable to noncontrolling interests, other income (expense), income taxes and equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnerships. Additionally to reconcile to SPNOI, we exclude the effects of 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 and amortization, impairment losses, general and administrative expenses and other items such as lease cancellation income, environmental abatement costs, demolition expenses, and 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

Six Months Ended

June��30, 

June 30, 

    

2020

    

2019

    

2020

    

2019

Net income attributable to common shareholders

$

11,368

$

83,809

$

63,990

$

133,475

Add:

  

  

  

  

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests

1,009

1,711

2,635

3,299

Provision for income taxes

343

484

515

661

Interest expense, net

15,776

14,953

30,378

30,242

Property management fees

829

683

1,907

1,556

Depreciation and amortization

37,627

34,967

74,283

68,939

Impairment loss

44

74

General and administrative

12,920

8,880

15,227

18,461

Other (1)

79

743

167

1,989

Less:

  

  

  

Gain on sale of property

(7,898)

(52,061)

(21,474)

(69,848)

Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnership interests, net

(3,428)

(6,665)

(30,525)

(12,082)

Interest and other (income) expense, net

(5,293)

(1,921)

535

(6,305)

Revenue adjustments (2)

866

(3,060)

3,991

(6,279)

Adjusted income

64,198

82,523

141,673

164,182

Less: Adjusted income related to consolidated entities not defined as same property and noncontrolling interests

(5,831)

(8,965)

(10,760)

(17,607)

Add: Pro rata share of unconsolidated entities defined as same property

6,648

7,443

14,403

14,565

Same Property Net Operating Income

$

65,015

$

81,001

$

145,316

$

161,140

 Three Months Ended
September 30,
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Net income attributable to common shareholders$106,742
 $42,981
 $240,217
 $268,094
Add:       
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests1,767
 10,293
 5,066
 14,020
Provision (benefit) for income taxes21
 (99) 682
 1,368
Interest expense, net13,820
 15,996
 44,062
 47,685
Property management fees657
 722
 2,213
 2,219
Depreciation and amortization33,380
 38,042
 102,319
 126,558
Impairment loss
 2,398
 74
 2,398
General and administrative8,432
 5,971
 26,893
 17,715
Other (1)
836
 910
 2,825
 1,928
Less:       
Gain on sale of property(74,115) (17,079) (143,963) (173,077)
Equity in earnings of real estate joint ventures and partnership interests, net(5,698) (8,022) (17,780) (19,333)
Interest and other income, net(1,104) (1,847) (7,409) (4,735)
Revenue adjustments (2)
(4,775) (3,945) (11,054) (21,985)
Adjusted income79,963
 86,321
 244,145
 262,855
Less: Adjusted income related to consolidated entities not defined as same property and noncontrolling interests(4,004) (12,819) (15,647) (42,536)
Add: Pro rata share of unconsolidated entities defined as same property8,600
 8,664
 25,509
 25,363
Same Property Net Operating Income84,559
 82,166
 254,007
 245,682
Less: Redevelopment Net Operating Income(8,523) (6,994) (24,722) (21,122)
Same Property Net Operating Income excluding Redevelopments$76,036
 $75,172
 $229,285
 $224,560
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(1)Other includes items such as environmental abatement costs, demolition expenses and lease termination fees and ground rent.fees.
(2)Revenue adjustments consist primarily of straight-line rentals, lease cancellation income and fee income primarily from real estate joint ventures and partnerships.

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Newly Issued 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 may be 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, 2019,2020, we had fixed-rate debt of $1.7$1.7 billion,, and variable-rate debt of $17.5 million.$12 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 $.2$.1 million associated with our variable-rate debt. The effect of the 100 basis points increase would decrease the fair value of our variable-rate and fixed-rate debt by approximately $.1$.4 million and $79.7$69.3 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, 2019.2020. 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, 2019.

2020.

There hashave not been no change toany changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(f) under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) during the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2019to which this report relates that hashave materially affected, or isare reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. We have not experienced any material impact to our internal control over financial reporting to date as a result of most of our employees working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are continually monitoring and assessing the COVID-19 situation on our internal controls to minimize the impact to their design and operating effectiveness.

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

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and related government, private sector and individual consumer responses, and recent fluctuations in energy prices, has affected and may continue to adversely affect our business operations, employee availability, financial performance, liquidity and cash flow for an unknown period of time.

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The outbreak of COVID-19 has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization and has spread throughout the world, including the United States. Related government and private sector responsive actions may adversely affect our operations and have adversely affected the operations of our tenants. It is impossible to predict the effect and ultimate impact of this pandemic, as the situation is rapidly evolving. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our tenants’ operations primarily due to mandated non-essential business shut downs and consumer/employee stay-at-home provisions. Retailers continue to seek ways to engage the customer by utilizing on-line ordering and curbside pick-up or delivery. Current and continued disruptions to our tenants’ operations have had and may continue to have a material adverse impact on our financial performance, liquidity and cash flows if tenants do not make their rental payments when due for a lengthy period of time.

There has also been great fluctuations in the price of oil and natural gas recently. This primarily has been due of late to the collapse in the global demand for oil from the COVID-19 induced closure of non-essential businesses, consumer/employee stay-at-home provisions and the near-elimination of airline and other non-essential travel worldwide, and related supply glut. A prolonged collapse in energy prices increases the levels and unpredictability of losses of employment and general business activity, which could further negatively impact the operations of our tenants located throughout Texas, including the city of Houston, where we have a concentration of properties.

The COVID-19 pandemic and related recession may adversely affect lease extensions or renewals, as well as, has and may continue to increase the levels of store closings and tenant bankruptcies, which could also have a material adverse impact on our financial performance, liquidity and cash flows.

As a result of COVID-19, most of our personnel are currently working remotely, and it is possible this could have a negative impact on the execution of our business plans and operations. If a natural disaster, power outage, connectivity issues or other events occur that impact our employees’ ability to work remotely, it may be difficult for us to continue our business for a substantial period of time. The increase in remote working may also result in consumer privacy, IT security and fraud concerns.

Further as a result of COVID-19, our development and redevelopment plans over the next few years could be delayed or more costly for both labor and material costs. Our ability to acquire new centers or dispose of centers could also be impacted due the markets and liquidity issues. These disruptions to our growth and liquidity plans may negatively impact our financial performance and slow future growth.

The uncertainty around the duration of the business disruptions and the extent of the spread of the virus will likely continue to adversely impact the national economy and negatively impact consumer spending. Any of these outcomes could have a material adverse impact on our business, financial condition, operating results and ability to execute and capitalize on our strategies. The full extent of the impact on our operations and financial performance of the COVID-19 pandemic and energy prices depends on future developments that are uncertain and unpredictable, including, among others, their duration and impacts on employment and capital and financial markets, federal and state actions on businesses, taxes and consumers, the reactions to new information that may emerge concerning the virus and actions to contain it, and any negative impact on consumer demand for the goods and services of our tenants. Management’s estimates of the impact on our business are sensitive to change, and it is reasonably possible those estimates will change in the near term as a result of one or more future confirming events.

We have no further material changes to the risk factors discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20182019.

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ITEM 2.   Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

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, $181.5$163.3 million of common shares remained available to be repurchased under the plan.

Repurchases of our common shares for the quarter ended June 30, 2020 are as follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

Maximum

Total Number

Dollar Value

of Shares

of Shares that

Total

Purchased as

May Yet be

Number of

Average

Part of Publicly

Purchased

Shares

Price Paid

Announced

Under the

Period

Purchased

Per Share

Program

Program

April 1, 2020 to April 30, 2020 (1)

85

$

18.19

 


(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.

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 onin the Exhibit Index attached hereto.


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EXHIBIT INDEX

(a)

Exhibits:

10.1† *

Restatement of Weingarten Realty Retirement Plan dated July 1, 2020.

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 - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL 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

104

Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)

*     Filed with this report.

**    Furnished with this report.

† Management contract or compensation plan or arrangement.

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SIGNATURES

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

Chairman/President/Chief Executive Officer

By:

/s/ Joe D. Shafer

Joe D. Shafer

Senior Vice President/Chief Accounting Officer

(Principal Accounting Officer)

DATE: November 5, 2019

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EXHIBIT INDEX

(a)

DATE: August 5, 2020

Exhibits:
31.1*
31.2*
32.1**
32.2**
101.INS**XBRL Instance Document - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL 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

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*Filed with this report.
**Furnished with this report.



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