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Business Context and Reporting Period

Company: Apartment Investment & Management Company (AIMCO)
Filing Type: Form 10-Q (Quarterly Report)
Period Ended: March 31, 2000
Business Overview: AIMCO is a self-administered, self-managed REIT engaged in the ownership, acquisition, development, and management of multi-family apartment properties. As of March 31, 2000, the Company owned or managed 352,519 units across 1,834 properties in 48 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico, positioning itself as the largest owner and manager of multi-family properties in the U.S.

Key Financial Metrics

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Rental revenues increased 99.2% to $224.3 million, driven by the consolidation of 183 properties acquired in 1999, the purchase of 28 properties, and a 3% increase in "same store" sales revenue.
• Profitability: Net income rose 85.5% to $25.9 million. Net income attributable to common stockholders surged from $0.3 million to $11.4 million, primarily due to increased property operations and interest income on notes receivable.
• Expense Increases: Property operating expenses rose 110% to $90.8 million, and interest expense increased 88.8% to $56.2 million (excluding capitalized interest), reflecting the larger consolidated portfolio and higher debt levels.
• Balance Sheet: Total assets grew to $6.02 billion from $5.68 billion. Total indebtedness increased by $423 million to $3.01 billion, largely due to secured notes payable and increased utilization of the revolving credit facility.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Management Commentary: Management attributes the strong performance to successful acquisitions, the Insignia Properties Trust merger, and improved "same store" results. The Company expects to meet liquidity needs through operating cash flows, credit facilities, and potential equity/debt issuances.

Liquidity and Capital Resources:

• Cash and cash equivalents stood at $137 million, with an additional $93 million in restricted cash.
• The Company expanded its revolving credit facility to $350 million (with potential to reach $400 million). As of March 31, 2000, $277 million was drawn.
• In January 2000, the Company issued $30 million of Class M Convertible Preferred Stock to repay debt and fund working capital.

Risks and Contingencies:

• Legal Investigations: A grand jury subpoena regarding HUD-assisted property management and the "Buyers Access" program remains pending. Management does not expect a material adverse effect but notes uncertainty regarding potential fines.
• Environmental Liability: The Company faces potential liability for hazardous substance remediation on owned or managed properties.
• Market Risk: The Company has $366 million in variable-rate debt (12.2% of total debt). A 1% increase in interest rates would reduce annual income and cash flows by approximately $3.7 million.
• High Performance Units: 15,000 units issued to management in 1998 may become dilutive if total return targets are met by December 31, 2000.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Debt Structure: Verify the terms and maturity schedule of the $3.0 billion in total indebtedness, specifically the $277 million drawn on the revolving credit facility.
• Acquisition Integration: Assess the performance of the 183 newly consolidated properties and the 28 purchased properties to ensure they meet projected returns.
• Legal Exposure: Monitor the status of the HUD grand jury investigation for any potential fines or penalties that could impact future cash flows.
• Interest Rate Sensitivity: Evaluate the impact of rising interest rates on the $366 million variable-rate debt portfolio.
• Dividend Sustainability: Confirm that cash flow from operations ($69.6 million) and AFFO ($76.2 million) remain sufficient to cover the $45.6 million in common dividends and $11.5 million in preferred dividends paid during the quarter.