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Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. - 10-Q Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This filing covers the quarterly period ended June 30, 2005. Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. is a fully-integrated, self-administered, self-managed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) that develops, owns, and operates factory outlet centers. As of June 30, 2005, the Company held ownership interests in or management responsibilities for 33 centers in 22 states, totaling 8.7 million square feet of gross leasable area (GLA). The portfolio occupancy rate stood at 97%, an increase from 95% in the prior year.

Key Financial Metrics (Six Months Ended June 30, 2005)

Note: Net income for the six-month period was significantly impacted by a $3.8 million loss on the sale of real estate in Seymour, Indiana.

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Total revenues increased to $96.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2005, compared to $93.3 million in the prior year period. Base rentals increased by $1.9 million (3%) driven by higher occupancy (97% vs. 95%) and rental rate increases on renewals (average 7% increase).
• Expense Trends: Property operating expenses rose by $2.7 million (10%) primarily due to higher snow removal costs in northeastern properties. General and administrative expenses increased by $344,000 (5%) due to stock-based compensation.
• Dispositions and Losses: The Company recorded a $3.8 million loss on the sale of the Seymour, Indiana outlet center in February 2005. This transaction did not qualify as discontinued operations. In contrast, the prior year period included $2.2 million in income from discontinued operations related to property sales in 2004.
• Debt Reduction: Interest expense decreased by $1.4 million (8%) due to a reduction in overall debt outstanding. The Company paid off a $13.7 million mortgage in April 2005.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

• Development Pipeline: The Company is expanding centers in Locust Grove, Georgia (completion expected Fall 2005) and Foley, Alabama (completion expected Q4 2005). Early development has begun on new sites near Charleston, South Carolina, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
• Leasing Outlook: Approximately 21% of the portfolio (1.8 million sq. ft.) is scheduled for renewal in 2005. As of June 30, 59% of this space had been renewed at an average base rental rate 8% higher than expiring rates.
• Liquidity and Capital: The Company maintains unsecured revolving lines of credit totaling up to $125 million. Moody's upgraded the senior unsecured debt rating to investment grade (Baa3) in June 2005. The Company expects to replenish its shelf registration in Q3 2005 to allow for up to $600 million in debt or equity issuance.
• Risks: Key risks include the ability to finance development activities, tenant bankruptcies, and the impact of high fuel prices on consumer travel. The Company also faces potential cash outflows related to "Russian roulette" provisions in joint venture agreements, though this is not expected in the near future.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Impact of Seymour Sale: Verify the long-term strategic impact of the $3.8 million loss on the Seymour, Indiana property and the status of the retained outparcels.
• Lease Renewal Rates: Monitor the remaining 41% of 2005 lease renewals to ensure the 8% rent increase trend holds, as this is critical for future revenue growth.
• Debt Maturities: Confirm the refinancing or payoff of the $7.0 million mortgage maturing in September 2005.
• Joint Venture Exposure: Review the financial health of unconsolidated joint ventures (TWMB, Deer Park, Wisconsin Dells), particularly Deer Park, which recently lost a major tenant and required additional equity contributions.
• Development Costs: Track actual construction costs against the estimated $6.6 million (Locust Grove) and $3.8 million (Foley) budgets to identify potential overruns.