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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 10-Q

 

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

For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2008

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 001-31255

WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

DELAWARE   59-2857021

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation

or organization)

  (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

24301 Walden Center Drive

Bonita Springs, Florida 34134

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(239) 947-2600

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Not applicable

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

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    Yes  þ    No  ¨

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

 

Large accelerated filer   þ    Accelerated filer   ¨    Non-accelerated filer   ¨    Smaller reporting company   ¨
      (Do not check if a smaller reporting company)   

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined by Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).    Yes  ¨    No  þ

The number of shares outstanding of the issuer’s common stock, as of January 23, 2009, was 42,193,079.

 

 

 


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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Form 10-Q

For the Quarter Ended September 30, 2008

INDEX

 

          Page No.
Part I.    Financial Information   
Item 1.    Financial Statements   
   Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets September 30, 2008 (Unaudited) and December 31, 2007    1
   Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2008 and 2007    2
   Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ (Deficit) Equity (Unaudited) For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2008 and 2007    3
   Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2008 and 2007    4
   Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)    5
Item 2.    Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations    31
Item 3.    Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk    46
Item 4.    Controls and Procedures    47
Part II.    Other Information   
Item 1.    Legal Proceedings    48
Item 1A.    Risk Factors    48
Item 3.    Defaults Upon Senior Securities    51
Item 6.    Exhibits    51
SIGNATURE   
Certifications   

 

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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

     September 30,
2008
    December 31,
2007
 
     (Unaudited)        
Assets     

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ 107,253     $ 188,821  

Restricted cash

     17,701       20,360  

Contracts receivable, net

     10,283       358,327  

Mortgage notes and accounts receivable

     14,673       19,138  

Real estate inventories

     1,150,396       1,848,309  

Property and equipment, net

     192,132       236,429  

Other assets

     167,774       209,002  

Goodwill

     8,341       9,662  

Other intangible assets

     885       1,183  
                

Total assets

   $ 1,669,438     $ 2,891,231  
                
Liabilities and Shareholders’ (Deficit) Equity     

Accounts payable and other liabilities

   $ 140,835     $ 241,990  

Customer deposits

     35,115       188,060  

Community development district obligations

     55,122       87,870  

Senior revolving credit facility

     498,924       545,975  

Senior term note

     224,829       262,500  

Debtor-in-possession term note

     80,000       —    

Mortgages and notes payable

     1,775       300,125  

Senior subordinated notes

     —         525,000  

Junior subordinated notes

     —         165,000  

Contingent convertible senior subordinated notes

     —         125,000  
                
     1,036,600       2,441,520  
                

Liabilities subject to compromise

     945,370       —    

Minority interests

     26,748       29,677  

Commitments and contingencies

     —         —    

Shareholders’ (deficit) equity:

    

Common stock, $.01 par value; 100,000 shares authorized, 46,905 and 46,823 shares issued, respectively

     469       468  

Additional paid-in capital

     299,517       297,714  

(Accumulated deficit) retained earnings

     (531,101 )     230,059  

Treasury stock, at cost, 4,712 and 4,699 shares, respectively

     (108,142 )     (108,090 )

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

     (23 )     (117 )
                

Total shareholders’ (deficit) equity

     (339,280 )     420,034  
                

Total liabilities and shareholders’ (deficit) equity

   $ 1,669,438     $ 2,891,231  
                

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC

Debtor-in-Possession

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

(In thousands, except per share data)

(unaudited)

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
    For the nine months
ended September 30,
 
     2008     2007     2008     2007  
Revenues         

Homebuilding

   $ 66,462     $ 120,229     $ 271,409     $ 589,494  

Real estate services

     19,237       20,808       58,740       73,808  

Other

     13,788       24,395       136,472       81,484  
                                

Total revenues

     99,487       165,432       466,621       744,786  
                                
Cost of Sales         

Homebuilding

     526,180       164,362       778,261       611,735  

Real estate services

     18,696       20,614       56,629       69,040  

Other

     33,792       21,296       148,196       72,153  
                                

Total cost of sales

     578,668       206,272       983,086       752,928  
                                

Gross margin

     (479,181 )     (40,840 )     (516,465 )     (8,142 )
Other Income and Expenses         

Equity in (earnings) losses from joint ventures

     (59 )     52       (160 )     (443 )

Other expense (income)

     18,902       3,778       19,258       (2,467 )

Impairment of investment in joint ventures

     4,470       —         4,470       —    

Impairment of property and equipment

     32,331       —         32,331       —    

Selling, general and administrative

     21,134       38,145       85,152       123,368  

Interest expense, net (see note 8 for contractual interest)

     26,867       22,365       89,031       57,000  

Real estate taxes, net

     5,477       6,453       16,699       17,970  

Depreciation and amortization

     5,772       5,392       15,515       16,624  
                                

Loss from continuing operations before minority interests, reorganization items and income taxes

     (594,075 )     (117,025 )     (778,761 )     (220,194 )

Minority interests

     13,026       1,666       13,900       2,488  
                                

Loss from continuing operations before reorganization items and income taxes

     (581,049 )     (115,359 )     (764,861 )     (217,706 )

Reorganization items, net

     17,772       —         17,772       —    

Income tax (benefit) expense from continuing operations

     (21,977 )     (45,516 )     (21,473 )     (84,415 )
                                

Loss from continuing operations

     (576,844 )     (69,843 )     (761,160 )     (133,291 )

Income from discontinued operations, net of tax

     —         121       —         1,188  

Gain on sale of discontinued operations, net of tax

     —         —         —         13,353  
                                

Net loss

   $ (576,844 )   $ (69,722 )   $ (761,160 )   $ (118,750 )
                                

Loss per share:

        

Basic and diluted:

        

From continuing operations

   $ (13.68 )   $ (1.66 )   $ (18.05 )   $ (3.18 )

From discontinued operations

     —         —         —         .35  
                                
   $ (13.68 )   $ (1.66 )   $ (18.05 )   $ (2.83 )
                                

Weighted average number of shares:

        

Basic

     42,181       42,030       42,166       41,980  

Diluted

     42,181       42,030       42,166       41,980  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC

Debtor-in-Possession

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ (Deficit) Equity

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

    

 

 

Common Stock

   Additional
Paid-in
Capital
   Retained
Earnings
(Accumulated
Deficit)
    Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Gain (Loss)
    Treasury
Stock
    Total  
     Shares    Amount            

Balance at December 31, 2007

   42,124    $ 468    $ 297,714    $ 230,059     $ (117 )   $ (108,090 )   $ 420,034  

Stock-based compensation, net

   69      1      1,803      —         —         (52 )     1,752  

Comprehensive loss:

                 

Net loss

   —        —        —        (761,160 )     —         —         (761,160 )

Change in fair value of derivative, net

   —        —        —        —         94       —         94  
                       

Total comprehensive loss

                    (761,066 )
                                                   

Balance at September 30, 2008

   42,193    $ 469    $ 299,517    $ (531,101 )   $ (23 )   $ (108,142 )   $ (339,280 )
                                                   
    

 

 

Common Stock

   Additional
Paid-in
Capital
   Retained
Earnings
    Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Gain (Loss)
    Treasury
Stock
    Total  
     Shares    Amount            

Balance at December 31, 2006

   41,890    $ 466    $ 285,986    $ 808,482     $ 512     $ (108,047 )   $ 987,399  

Exercise of stock options

   144      1      1,805      —         —         —         1,806  

Stock-based compensation

   44      1      5,398      —         —         —         5,399  

Purchase of treasury stock

   —        —        —        —         —         —         —    

Comprehensive loss:

                 

Net loss

   —        —        —        (118,750 )     —         —         (118,750 )

Change in fair value of derivative, net

   —        —        —        —         (920 )     —         (920 )
                       

Total comprehensive loss

                    (119,670 )
                                                   

Balance at September 30, 2007

   42,078    $ 468    $ 293,189    $ 689,732     $ (408 )   $ (108,047 )   $ 874,934  
                                                   

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC

Debtor-in-Possession

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     For the nine months ended
September 30,
 
     2008     2007  

Cash flows from operating activities:

    

Net loss

   $ (761,160 )   $ (118,750 )

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

    

Change in mark-to-market on interest rate swap

     929       1,974  

Deferred income taxes

     (153 )     (60,284 )

Write-off of debt issuance costs

     1,343       3,583  

Non-cash reorganization items

     9,063       —    

Depreciation and amortization

     21,765       20,943  

Gain on sale of property and equipment

     —         (20,069 )

Earnings from investments in joint ventures

     (160 )     (443 )

Minority interests

     (13,900 )     (2,488 )

Asset impairment losses and land acquisition termination costs

     548,537       73,004  

Impairment of investment in joint ventures

     4,470       —    

Stock-based compensation expense

     1,752       5,399  

Changes in assets and liabilities:

    

Restricted cash

     2,659       16,772  

Contracts receivable

     348,044       482,341  

Mortgage notes and accounts receivable

     4,465       9,374  

Real estate inventories

     169,654       (109,289 )

Distributions of earnings from joint ventures

     1,056       904  

Other assets

     16,356       (26,496 )

Accounts payable and other liabilities

     14,462       (103,607 )

Customer deposits

     (124,145 )     (139,558 )
                

Net cash provided by operating activities

     245,037       33,310  
                

Cash flows from investing activities:

    

Additions to property and equipment, net

     (2,478 )     (21,296 )

Proceeds from sale of property and equipment

     —         47,105  

(Capital contributions to) distributions of capital from investments in joint ventures, net

     (102 )     398  
                

Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities

     (2,580 )     26,207  
                

Cash flows from financing activities:

    

Net repayments on senior revolving credit facility

     (47,051 )     (55,146 )

Proceeds from debtor-in-possession term note

     80,000       —    

Repayment of senior term note

     (37,671 )     (37,500 )

Proceeds from borrowings on mortgages and notes payable

     32,378       367,770  

Repayment of mortgages and notes payable

     (330,742 )     (355,351 )

Debt issue costs

     (15,340 )     (8,785 )

Net payments on community development district obligations

     (2,336 )     (5,408 )

Distributions to minority interests

     (3,263 )     (1,605 )

Proceeds from exercise of stock options

     —         1,806  
                

Net cash used in financing activities

     (324,025 )     (94,219 )
                

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents

     (81,568 )     (34,702 )

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

     188,821       41,876  
                

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

   $ 107,253     $ 7,174  
                

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands)

 

1. Chapter 11 Proceedings

On August 4, 2008, WCI Communities, Inc. (the “Company,” “WCI” or “we”) and 126 of its subsidiaries (excluding its Watermark real estate brokerage, our WCI Mortgage business and certain other joint ventures in which we are a partner) (the “Debtors”) filed voluntary petitions for reorganization relief under the provisions of Chapter 11 of Title 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware in Wilmington, Case No. 08 - 11643 (KJC). The list of the Debtors and Tax Identification Numbers is located on the docket for Case No. 08-11643 (KJC) [Docket No. 64] and http://chapter11.epiqsystems.com/wcicommunities.

We continue to operate our businesses and manage our properties as debtors and debtors-in-possession under the jurisdiction of the Bankruptcy Court and in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Bankruptcy Code and orders of the Bankruptcy Court. As part of the “first day” relief, we obtained Bankruptcy Court approval to, among other things, continue to pay critical vendors and vendors with lien rights, meet our pre-petition payroll obligations, pay deficit funding obligations to our various community associations and clubs, maintain our cash management systems, sell homes free and clear of liens, pay our taxes, continue to provide employee benefits and maintain our insurance programs. Certain of these payment obligations are subject to monetary limits without specific approval for each transaction. The filing of the Chapter 11 petitions triggered repayment obligations under a number of our debt instruments and agreements. As a result, all of our debt obligations became immediately payable. We believe that any efforts to enforce the payment obligations are stayed as a result of the Chapter 11 filings.

DIP Credit Agreement. On September 24, 2008, pursuant to authorization from the Delaware Bankruptcy Court, the Company entered into a $150,000 Debtor-In-Possession Credit Agreement (the “DIP Agreement”) with a syndicate of lenders, some of which were lenders under the Company’s pre-petition secured debt facilities, led by Wachovia Bank, National Association, acting as administrative agent, and Bank of America, N.A. acting as collateral agent. The Court also granted the Company final authority to continue using its on-hand cash collateral during the Chapter 11 case. The DIP Credit Agreement includes an $80,000 term loan and a $70,000 revolving credit facility (collectively, the “DIP Loans”). The $80,000 term loan was a required borrowing on the closing date, approximately $50,000 of which was used to repay the outstanding balance under the Company’s Third Consolidated, Amended and Restated Revolving Credit Construction Loan Agreement, dated as of September 22, 2005 (the “Pre-Petition Tower Facility”) with the remainder to be used for general corporate purposes. Availability of funds under the revolving credit facility is subject to a limitation on the amount of cash and cash equivalents held by the Company. The Company may also request the issuance of up to $25,000 in letters of credit. As part of the order, the Company granted the prepetition agents and the lenders various forms of protection, including liens and administrative claims to protect against the diminution of the collateral value to the extent provided in the final order approving the DIP Agreement. The DIP Agreement initially matures on September 24, 2009, subject to a six-month extension period. Borrowings under the DIP Agreement bear interest at the Eurodollar Rate plus 6.0% or an index base rate plus 5.0%.

The Company’s obligations under the DIP Agreement are guaranteed by substantially all of our subsidiaries (the “Guarantors”). The Company is required to make certain mandatory repayments under the DIP Agreement in the event it sells certain assets, including bulk unit sales, subject to certain exceptions. Certain mandatory repayments may permanently reduce the original borrowing capacity, as further defined in the DIP Agreement.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

The DIP Agreement and the related guarantees are secured by first priority liens on substantially all of the Company’s and the Guarantors’ assets. The DIP Agreement includes certain covenants that impose substantial restrictions on the Company’s and the Guarantors’ financial and business operations, including the ability to, among other things, incur or secure other debt, make investments, sell assets and pay dividends or repurchase stock. In addition, the Company is required to maintain an Appraised Value Ratio, as defined, of not less than 1.26 to 1.0, and to meet certain monthly cash flow variance tests. At December 31, 2008, we were in compliance with these covenants.

Notice to Creditors. Shortly after the Chapter 11 filing on August 4, 2008, the Debtors began notifying all known current or potential creditors of the Chapter 11 filing.

Appointment of Creditors’ Committee. The United States Trustee for the District of Delaware has appointed an official committee of unsecured creditors (the “Creditors’ Committee”). The Creditors’ Committee and its legal representatives have a right to be heard on all matters that come before the Bankruptcy Court with respect to the Debtors. There can be no assurance that the Creditors’ Committee will support the Debtors’ positions or ultimate plan of reorganization, once proposed. Disagreements between the Debtors and the Creditors’ Committee could protract the Chapter 11 proceedings, negatively impact the Debtors’ ability to operate and delay the Debtors’ emergence from the Chapter 11 proceedings.

Rejection of Executory Contracts. Under Section 365 and other relevant sections of the Bankruptcy Code, the Debtors may assume, assign, or reject certain executory contracts and unexpired leases, including, without limitation, leases of real property, subject to the approval of the Bankruptcy Court and certain other conditions. In general, rejection of an executory contract or unexpired lease is treated as a pre-petition breach of the executory contract or unexpired lease in question and, subject to certain exceptions, relieves the Debtors of performing their future obligations under such executory contract or unexpired lease but entitles the contract counterparty or lessor to a pre-petition general unsecured claim for damages caused by such deemed breach. Counterparties to such rejected contracts or leases can file claims against the Debtors’ estate for such damages. Generally, the assumption of an executory contract or unexpired lease requires the Debtors to cure most existing defaults under such executory contract or unexpired lease and provide adequate assurance of future performance.

Accordingly, any description of an executory contract or unexpired lease elsewhere in these Notes, including where applicable our express termination rights or a quantification of our obligations, must be read in conjunction with, and is qualified by, any overriding rejection rights we have under Section 365 of the Bankruptcy Code.

We expect that liabilities subject to compromise and resolution in the Chapter 11 proceedings will arise in the future as a result of damage claims created by the Debtors’ rejection of various executory contracts and unexpired leases. Conversely, we expect that the assumption of certain executory contracts and unexpired leases may convert liabilities shown as subject to compromise to liabilities not subject to compromise. Due to the uncertain nature of many of the potential rejection claims, the magnitude of such claims is not reasonably estimable at this time. Such claims may be material.

Magnitude of Potential Claims. On November 1, 2008, the Debtors filed with the Bankruptcy Court schedules and statements of financial affairs setting forth, among other things, the assets and liabilities of the Debtors, subject to the assumptions contained in certain notes filed in connection therewith. The schedules can be found at the following website: http://chapter11.epiqsystems.com/WCC/claim/search.aspx. All of the schedules will be subject to further amendment or modification. Differences between amounts scheduled by the Debtors and claims by creditors will be investigated and resolved in connection with the claims resolution process. In light of the expected number of creditors, the claims resolution process may take considerable time to complete. Accordingly, the ultimate number and amount of allowed claims is not presently known, nor can the ultimate recovery with respect to allowed claims be presently ascertained.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Claim Bar Date. On December 2, 2008, the Bankruptcy Court entered an order setting the last day for filing proofs of claim in the Debtors Chapter 11 cases as February 2, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. Prevailing Eastern Time (the “Bar Date”). As a result, any and all claims against the Debtors will be barred if not filed before the Bar Date. Information regarding the proof of claim process and appropriate forms may be found at the following web site maintained for that purpose by the Debtors’ claims and noticing agent, Epiq Systems, Inc.: http://chapter11.epiqsystems.com/wcicommunities.

Costs of Reorganization. We have incurred and will continue to incur significant costs associated with the reorganization. The amount of these costs, which are being expensed as incurred, are expected to significantly affect our results of operations.

Effect of Filing on Creditors and Shareowners. Under the priority scheme established by the Bankruptcy Code, unless creditors agree otherwise and subject to other applicable exceptions, pre-petition liabilities and post-petition liabilities must be satisfied in full before shareowners are entitled to receive any distribution or retain any property under a plan of reorganization. The ultimate recovery to creditors and/or shareowners, if any, will not be determined until confirmation of a plan or plans of reorganization. No assurance can be given as to what values, if any, will be ascribed in the Chapter 11 cases to each of these constituencies or what types or amounts of distributions, if any, they would receive. A plan of reorganization could result in holders of our liabilities and/or securities, including our common stock receiving no distribution on account of their interests and cancellation of their holdings. As discussed below, if the requirements of the Bankruptcy Code are met, a plan of reorganization can be confirmed notwithstanding its rejection by the holders of our stock and notwithstanding the fact that such holders do not receive or retain any property on account of their equity interests under the plan. Because of such possibilities, the value of our liabilities and securities, including our stock is highly speculative. We urge that appropriate caution be exercised with respect to existing and future investments in any of the liabilities and/or securities of the Debtors.

Process for Plan of Reorganization. In order to exit Chapter 11 successfully, the Debtors will need to propose, and obtain confirmation by the Bankruptcy Court of, a plan of reorganization that satisfies the requirements of the Bankruptcy Code. A plan of reorganization would resolve, among other things, the Debtors’ pre-petition obligations, set forth the revised capital structure of the newly reorganized entity and provide for corporate governance subsequent to exit from bankruptcy.

We have the exclusive right to file a Chapter 11 plan or plans prior to April 1, 2009 and the exclusive right to solicit acceptance thereof until June 1, 2009. Pursuant to Section 1121 of the Bankruptcy Code, the exclusivity periods may be expanded or reduced by the Bankruptcy Court, but in no event can the exclusivity periods to file and solicit acceptance of a plan or plans of reorganization be extended beyond 18 months and 20 months, respectively.

As a result of our Chapter 11 cases and other matters described herein, including uncertainties related to the fact that we have not yet had time to complete and obtain confirmation of a plan or plans of reorganization, there is substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. Our ability to continue as a going concern, including our ability to meet our ongoing operational obligations, is dependent upon, among other things:

 

   

our ability to generate and maintain adequate cash;

 

   

the cost, duration and outcome of the restructuring process;

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

   

our ability to comply with the terms of the DIP financing order and, if necessary, seek further extensions of our ability to use cash collateral;

 

   

our ability to achieve profitability following a restructuring given housing market challenges; and

 

   

our ability to retain key employees.

These challenges are in addition to those operational and competitive challenges that we face in connection with our business. In conjunction with our advisors, we are implementing strategies to aid our liquidity and our ability to continue as a going concern. However, such efforts may not be successful.

We have taken and will continue to take aggressive actions to maximize cash receipts and minimize cash expenditures with the understanding that certain of these actions may make us less able to take advantage of future improvements in the homebuilding market. We continue to take steps to reduce our general and administrative expenses by streamlining activities and increasing efficiencies, which have led and will continue to lead to reductions in the workforce. However, much of our efforts to reduce general and administrative expenses are being offset by professional and consulting fees associated with our Chapter 11 cases. We have and will continue to analyze each community based on anticipated sales absorption rates, net cash flows and financial returns taking into consideration current market factors in the homebuilding industry. In order to generate cash and reduce our inventory to levels consistent with our business plan, we have taken and will continue to take the following actions, to the extent possible given the limitations resulting from our Chapter 11 cases:

 

   

limiting or eliminating any new arrangements to acquire land;

 

   

engaging in bulk sales of land and unsold homes;

 

   

reducing the number of unsold homes under construction and limiting and/or curtailing development activities in any development where we do not expect to deliver homes in the near future;

 

   

renegotiating terms or abandoning our rights under option contracts;

 

   

considering other asset dispositions including the possible sale of underperforming assets, communities, divisions and joint venture interests;

 

   

reducing our unsold finished home levels; and

 

   

pursuing other initiatives designed to monetize our assets.

Liabilities Subject to Compromise

The following table summarizes the components of liabilities subject to compromise included on our Consolidated Balance Sheet as of September 30, 2008:

 

     September 30,
     2008

Accounts payable & other liabilities

   $ 109,998

Senior subordinated notes due 2015 at 6.6%

     200,000

Senior subordinated notes due 2013 at 7.9%

     125,000

Senior subordinated notes due 2012 at 9.1%

     200,000

Contingent convertible senior subordinated notes due 2023 at 4%

     125,000

Junior subordinated notes due 2036 at 7.54%

     65,000

Junior subordinated notes due 2035 at 7.25%

     100,000

Accrued interest

     20,372
      
   $ 945,370
      

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Liabilities subject to compromise refers to pre-petition obligations which may be impacted by the Chapter 11 reorganization process. These amounts represent our current estimate of known or potential pre-petition obligations to be resolved in connection with our Chapter 11 proceedings.

Differences between liabilities we have estimated and the claims filed, or to be filed, will be investigated and resolved in connection with the claims resolution process. We will continue to evaluate these liabilities throughout the Chapter 11 process and adjust amounts as necessary. Such adjustments may be material. In light of the expected number of creditors, the claims resolution process may take considerable time to complete. Accordingly, the ultimate number and amount of allowed claims is not presently known.

Reorganization Items, net

The following table summarizes the components included in reorganization items, net on our Consolidated Statements of Operations of the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008:

 

     Three and Nine
Months Ended
September 30, 2008

Professional fees

   $ 8,709

Write-off of deferred debt issue costs

     9,063
      
   $ 17,772
      

During the three months ended September 30, 2008, cash paid for reorganization items was approximately $1,640.

The foregoing discussion provides general background information regarding our Chapter 11 Cases, and is not intended to be an exhaustive description. Additional information regarding our Chapter 11 Cases, including access to court documents and other general information about the Chapter 11 Cases, is available at http//chapter11.epiqsystems.com/wcicommunities. Financial information on the website is prepared according to requirements of federal bankruptcy law and the local Bankruptcy Court. While such financial information accurately reflects information required under federal bankruptcy law, such information may be unconsolidated, unaudited and prepared in a format different than that used in our consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States and filed under the securities laws. Moreover, the materials filed with the Bankruptcy Court are not prepared for the purpose of providing a basis for investment decisions relating to our stock or debt or for comparison with other financial information filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

 

2. Basis of Presentation

The condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, our wholly owned subsidiaries, and certain joint ventures which are not variable interest entities (VIEs) but with respect to which we have the ability to exercise control. The equity method of accounting is applied in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements with respect to those investments in joint ventures which are not VIEs and we have less than a controlling interest, have substantive participating rights, or are not the primary beneficiary as defined in FIN 46-R, Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities. All material intercompany balances and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

The condensed consolidated financial statements and notes of the Company as of September 30, 2008 and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 have been prepared by management without audit, pursuant to rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and should be read in conjunction with the December 31, 2007 audited financial statements contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year then ended. In the opinion of management, all normal, recurring adjustments necessary for the fair presentation of such financial information have been included. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America have been condensed or omitted.

In accordance with GAAP, we have applied the provisions of American Institute of Certified Public Accountants’ (“AICPA”) Statement of Position 90-7, “Financial Reporting by Entities in Reorganization Under the Bankruptcy Code” (“SOP 90-7”), in preparing the condensed consolidated financial statements. SOP 90-7 requires that the financial statements, for periods subsequent to the Chapter 11 filing, distinguish transactions and events that are directly associated with the reorganization from the ongoing operations of the business. Accordingly, certain items of income, expense, gain or loss realized or incurred because we are in Chapter 11 are recorded in reorganization items, net on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. Also, pre-petition obligations that may be impacted by the bankruptcy reorganization process have been classified on the condensed consolidated balance sheet at September 30, 2008 in liabilities subject to compromise. These liabilities are reported at the amounts expected to be allowed by the Bankruptcy Court, even if they may be settled for lesser amounts. We have also prepared these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements on a going concern basis, which contemplates continuity of operations, realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the ordinary course of business. Accordingly, our condensed consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability of assets and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should we be unable to continue as a going concern.

As a result of sustained losses and our Chapter 11 proceedings, the realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities, without substantial adjustments and/or changes in ownership, are subject to uncertainty. Given this uncertainty, there is substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.

While operating as debtors-in-possession under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code, the Debtors may sell or otherwise dispose of or liquidate assets or settle liabilities, subject to the approval of the Bankruptcy Court or otherwise as permitted in the ordinary course of business, in amounts other than those reflected in the condensed consolidated financial statements. Further, a plan of reorganization could materially change the amounts and classifications in the historical condensed consolidated financial statements.

The preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Those estimates and assumptions which, in the opinion of management, are both significant to the underlying amounts included in the financial statements and as to which future events or information could change those estimates include:

 

   

impairment assessments of investments in unconsolidated joint ventures, long-lived assets, including our inventory, and goodwill;

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

   

classification of liabilities subject to compromise;

 

   

insurance and litigation related contingencies;

 

   

realization of deferred income tax assets and liability for unrecognized tax benefits; and

 

   

estimated costs associated with construction and development activities in connection with our homebuilding operations.

The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements do not purport to reflect or provide for the consequences of our Chapter 11 cases. In particular, the financial statements do not purport to show (1) as to assets, their realizable value on a liquidation basis or their availability to satisfy liabilities; (2) as to stockholders’ equity accounts, the effect of any changes that may be made in our capitalization; or (3) as to operations, the effect of any changes that may be made to our business. In addition, the financial statements do not reflect the amounts that may be allowed with respect to pre-petition claims and liabilities which may, as a result of the filing of proofs of claims by our creditors, result in liabilities in excess of those estimated by us in preparing the accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements.

Income Taxes

We account for income taxes in accordance with SFAS 109, Accounting for Income Taxes. This approach requires recognition of income tax currently payable, as well as deferred tax assets and liabilities resulting from temporary differences by applying enacted statutory tax rates applicable to future years to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts and the tax bases of assets and liabilities. SFAS 109 requires that companies assess whether valuation allowances should be established based on the consideration of all available evidence using a “more likely than not” standard. We assess our deferred tax assets quarterly to determine if valuation allowances are required. Pursuant to FAS 109, we recorded an income tax benefit of $21,473 for the nine month period ending September 30, 2008 from an additional tax benefit achieved upon filing of our final income tax return for the year ending December 31, 2007. Our valuation allowance is approximately $294,575 at September 30, 2008.

Our results of operations may be impacted in the future by our inability to realize a tax benefit for future tax losses or for items that will generate additional deferred tax assets. Our results of operations may be favorably impacted in the future by reversals of valuation allowances if we are able to demonstrate sufficient evidence that our deferred tax assets will be realized. However, there could be restrictions on the amount of carryforwards that can be utilized based upon changes in our ownership.

Other Assets

Other assets primarily consist of prepaid expenses, community development district amounts, acquisition deposits, debt issue costs, investments in unconsolidated joint ventures, deferred tax assets, and income taxes receivable.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

3. Condensed Combined Financial Information of Entities in Chapter 11 Proceedings

Since the condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company include entities not in Chapter 11 reorganization proceedings, the following presents condensed combined financial information of the entities in Chapter 11 reorganization proceedings. The condensed combined financial information has been prepared, in all material respects, on the same basis as the condensed consolidated financial statements of the company.

Condensed Combined Debtors-in-Possession Balance Sheet

 

     September 30,  
     2008  
Assets   

Cash & cash equivalents

   $ 94,045  

Restricted cash

     16,052  

Contracts receivable

     10,283  

Mortgages & accounts receivable

     11,873  

Intercompany receivables, net

     100,011  

Real estate inventories

     1,121,146  

Plant & equipment

     129,571  

Investments in joint ventures and subsidiaries

     270,020  

Other assets

     148,078  
        

Total assets

   $ 1,901,079  
        
Liabilities and Shareholders’ Deficit   

Accounts payable & other liabilities

   $ 122,003  

Customer deposits

     33,403  

CDD obligations

     52,462  

Senior revolving credit facility

     498,924  

Senior term loan

     224,829  

Debtor-in-possession term note

     80,000  

Mortgages & notes payable

     1,775  
        
     1,013,396  
        

Liabilities subject to compromise

     945,370  

Shareholders’ deficit

     (57,687 )
        

Total liabilities and shareholders’ deficit

   $ 1,901,079  
        

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Condensed Combined Debtors-in-Possession Statement of Operations

 

     August 4, 2008 to  
     September 30, 2008  

Revenue

   $ 30,788  

Costs of sales

     495,236  
        

Gross margin

     (464,448 )

Other income and expenses, net

     47,338  
        

Loss before reorganization items and income taxes

     (511,786 )

Reorganization items, net

     17,772  

Income tax benefit

     (21,977 )
        

Net loss

   $ (507,581 )
        

Condensed Combined Debtors-in-Possession Statement of Cash Flows

 

     August 4, 2008 to  
     September 30, 2008  

Cash flows from operating activities:

  

Net loss

   $ (507,581 )

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities

     537,143  
        

Net cash provided by operating activities

     29,562  
        

Net cash provided by investing activities

     125  
        

Net cash provided by financing activities

     15,151  
        

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

     44,838  

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

     49,207  
        

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

   $ 94,045  
        

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

4. Segment Information

We operate in three principal business segments: Tower Homebuilding, Traditional Homebuilding, which includes sales of lots; and Real Estate Services, which includes real estate brokerage and title operations. The reportable segments are each managed separately because they provide distinct products or services with different production processes. Land Sales and Amenity Membership and Operations and Other have been disclosed for purposes of additional analysis.

The amount of previously capitalized interest included in cost of sales of each segment, thereby reducing segment gross margin, is also presented for purposes of additional analysis. Asset information by business segment is not presented, since we do not prepare such information.

Three months ended September 30, 2008

 

     Tower
Homes
   

 

 

Traditional

   Real
Estate
Services
   Amenity
Membership
and Operations
and Other
    Land
Sales
    Segment
Totals
 
       Homes     Lots          

Revenues

   $ 9,839     $ 55,059     $ 1,564    $ 19,237    $ 13,750     $ 38     $ 99,487  

Gross margin

     (253,632 )     (206,575 )     489      541      (11,167 )     (8,837 )     (479,181 )

Previously capitalized interest included in costs of sales

     166       2,244       137      —        —         —         2,547  

Three months ended September 30, 2007

                
     Tower
Homes
   

 

 

Traditional

   Real
Estate
Services
   Amenity
Membership
and Operations
and Other
    Land
Sales
    Segment
Totals
 
       Homes     Lots          

Revenues

   $ (36,788 )   $ 151,484     $ 5,533    $ 20,808    $ 19,058     $ 5,337     $ 165,432  

Gross margin

     (56,646 )     10,436       2,077      194      (1,562 )     4,661       (40,840 )

Previously capitalized interest included in costs of sales

     61       5,589       374      —        —         272       6,296  

Nine months ended September 30, 2008

                
     Tower
Homes
   

 

 

Traditional

   Real
Estate
Services
   Amenity
Membership
and Operations
and Other
    Land
Sales
    Segment
Totals
 
       Homes     Lots          

Revenues

   $ 24,416     $ 240,354     $ 6,639    $ 58,740    $ 57,014     $ 79,458     $ 466,621  

Gross margin

     (285,777 )     (223,165 )     2,090      2,111      (8,910 )     (2,814 )     (516,465 )

Previously capitalized interest included in costs of sales

     4,227       9,882       486      —        11       18,692       33,298  

Nine months ended September 30, 2007

                
     Tower
Homes
   

 

 

Traditional

   Real
Estate
Services
   Amenity
Membership
and Operations
and Other
    Land
Sales
    Segment
Totals
 
       Homes     Lots          

Revenues

   $ 39,326     $ 536,840     $ 13,328    $ 73,808    $ 63,550     $ 17,934     $ 744,786  

Gross margin

     (72,533 )     45,749       4,543      4,768      (1,197 )     10,528       (8,142 )

Previously capitalized interest included in costs of sales

     8,139       18,861       940      —        11       679       28,630  

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

5. Real Estate Inventories

Real estate inventories are summarized as follows:

 

     September 30,
2008
   December 31,
2007

Land and land improvements

   $ 645,067    $ 834,178

Investments in amenities

     94,233      123,807

Work in progress:

     

Towers

     6,596      322,659

Homes

     74,462      153,487

Completed inventories:

     

Towers

     218,016      180,300

Homes

     112,022      233,878
             

Total real estate inventories

   $ 1,150,396    $ 1,848,309
             

Work in progress includes tower units and homes that are finished, sold and ready for delivery. Work in progress also includes unsold tower units and homes in various stages of construction and tower land in the initial stages of site planning and tower design. Completed inventories consist of model homes used to facilitate sales and tower units and homes that are not subject to a sales contract. Including model homes, we had approximately 248 and 477 completed single- and multi-family homes at September 30, 2008 and December 31, 2007, respectively. We had 532 and 391 completed tower residences at September 30, 2008 and December 31, 2007, respectively.

In accordance with Statement of Position 81-1, Accounting for Performance of Construction-Type and Certain Production-Type Contracts, changes in estimates of tower revenue and development costs are accounted for on a cumulative basis in the period that the change occurs. Our estimates of tower revenue and development costs are revised on a quarterly basis until a tower building is completed and delivered to unit owners. Subsequent to the completion of a tower, we may incur additional costs in order to finalize and close-out the project. All towers under construction were completed at June 30, 2008. For the three months ended September 30, 2007, tower gross margin was reduced by approximately $12,900, as a result of tower construction costs increases, an increase in interest costs associated with increased tower construction cycle times, and increases in insurance and other costs. The impact to net loss and diluted loss per share for the three months ended September 30, 2007 was approximately $7,900, or $.19 per share. For the nine months ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, tower gross margin was reduced by approximately $15,426 and $27,900, respectively, as a result of tower construction costs increases, an increase in interest costs associated with increased tower construction cycle times, and an increase in insurance and other costs. The impact to net loss and diluted loss per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 was approximately $9,400, or $.22 per share, and $16,900, or $.40 per share, respectively. (See Note 11 for discussion on change in tower contracts receivable default reserve)

 

6. Asset Impairments and Write Offs

Impairment of long-lived assets held for use. Inventory considered held for use is stated at the lower of cost or fair value in accordance with SFAS 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long Lived Assets” (SFAS No. 144). We record valuation adjustments on land inventory and related communities under development (including tower projects), and amenities considered held and used (classified as property, plant

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

and equipment), when the carrying amount exceeds its fair value. An impairment loss shall be recognized only if the carrying amount of the asset is not recoverable and exceeds its fair value. The carrying amount is not recoverable if it exceeds the sum of the undiscounted cash flows expected to result from the use and eventual disposition of the asset. An impairment loss shall be measured as the amount by which the carrying amount exceeds its fair value.

 

   

Current or Future Communities, including land under contract. When the profitability of a current community deteriorates, the sales pace significantly declines or some other factor indicates a possible impairment in the recoverability of the asset, the asset is reviewed for impairment by comparing the estimated future undiscounted cash flow for the community to its carrying value. If the estimated future undiscounted cash flow is less than the asset’s carrying value, the asset is written down to its estimated current fair value. Such indicators include gross margin or sales pace significantly below expectations, construction costs or land development costs significantly in excess of budgeted amounts, significant delays or changes in the planned development for the community, and other known qualitative factors. We also consider potential changes to the product offerings in a community, including changes to the community amenities, and any alternative strategies for the land, such as the sale of the land either in whole or in parcels or lots. We determine estimated current fair value primarily by discounting the estimated future cash flow related to the asset. In estimating the cash flow for a community, we use various estimates such as (a) the expected annual sales pace to absorb the planned number of units based upon economic conditions that may have either a short-term or long-term impact on the market in which the community is located, competition within the market, and historical sales rates of the community or similar communities owned by us or historical sales rates of similar product offerings in the market; (b) the expected net sales prices in the short-term based upon current pricing estimates, as well as estimated increases in future sales prices based upon historical sales prices in the community or in similar communities owned by us or historical sales prices of similar product offerings in the market; (c) the expected costs to be expended in the future, including, but not limited to, land and land development, home construction, construction overhead, sales and marketing, real estate taxes, community association costs, and interest costs expected to be capitalized. In certain circumstances we utilize third party appraisals to assist us in determining estimated fair values. We evaluate land held for future communities, whether owned or under contract, to determine whether or not we expect to proceed with the development of the land as originally contemplated. The evaluation involves the same types of estimates described above as well as an evaluation of the regulatory environment in which the land is located and the estimated costs and probability of obtaining the necessary approvals. Based upon this review, we decide (a) as to land under contract to be purchased, whether the contract will likely be terminated or renegotiated, and (b) as to land we own, whether the land will likely be developed as previously planned or in an alternative manner, or should be sold. We then further determine whether costs that have been capitalized are recoverable or should be written off.

Our determination of fair value requires discounting the estimated cash flows at a rate commensurate with the inherent risks associated with the assets and related estimated cash flows. The discount rate used in determining each community’s fair value depends on the stage of development, location and other specific factors that increase or decrease the risks associated with the estimated cash flows. The discount rates that we used during the periods in 2006-2007 in the determination of fair values ranged from 12%-18%. The discount rates that we used during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 in the determination of fair values ranged from 20%-22%.

 

   

Property and Equipment. Included in our property and equipment are recreational amenity assets that are considered held and used. With respect to these assets, if events or changes in circumstances, such as a significant decline in membership or membership pricing, significant increases in operating costs, or

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

 

changes in use, indicate that the carrying value may be impaired, an impairment analysis is performed. Our analysis consists of determining whether the asset’s carrying amount will be recovered from its undiscounted estimated future operating cash flows, including estimated residual cash flows, such as the sale of the asset. These cash flows are estimated based on various assumptions that are subject to economic and market uncertainties including, among others, demand for golf and marina club memberships, competition within the market, changes in membership pricing and costs to operate each property. If the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the sum of its undiscounted future operating and residual cash flows, an impairment loss is recorded for the difference between estimated fair value of the asset and the net carrying amount. We estimate the fair value by using discounted cash flow analysis using concepts similar to the ones discussed above. In certain circumstances we utilize third party appraisals to assist us in determining estimated fair values.

Impairment of long-lived assets to be disposed of. Inventory considered held for sale is stated at the lower of cost or fair value, less costs to sell in accordance with SFAS 144. We record valuation adjustments on completed inventories of tower units and traditional homes, and investments in amenities when the cost exceeds fair value, less costs to sell. Our estimated selling costs are based on recent experience, which ranges from 5%-7% of sales prices and includes selling commissions, sales, marketing and closing costs.

Completed Inventory. When the profitability of our completed traditional homes and tower units deteriorates, the sales pace significantly declines or some other factor indicates a possible impairment in the recoverability of the assets, we further estimate the assets’ fair values. Such assets are considered held for sale and the assets’ fair values are determined primarily by discounting the estimated future cash flows related to the asset. In estimating the cash flows for completed homes and tower units, we use various estimates such as (a) expected sales pace to absorb the number of units based upon economic conditions that may have either a short-term or long-term impact on the market in which the units are located, competition within the market, historical sales rates of the units within the specific community or the estimated impact of our pricing reductions and sales incentives; and (b) expected net sales prices in the near-term based upon current pricing estimates, as well as estimated increases in future sales prices based upon historical sales prices of the units within the specific community or in similar communities owned by us or historical sales prices of similar product offerings in the market. Our determination of fair value requires discounting the estimated cash flows at a rate commensurate with the inherent risks associated with selling the assets and related estimated cash flows. The discount rates that we used during the periods in 2006-2007 in the determination of fair values ranged from 8%-12%. The discount rates that we used during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 in the determination of fair values ranged from 15%-18%.

Investments in Amenities. When the underlying recreational amenity is substantially complete and available for its intended use, we consider the asset held for sale. When the profitability of our equity club membership sales deteriorates, the sales pace significantly declines or some other factor indicates a possible impairment in the recoverability of the recreational amenity assets, the assets’ fair values are determined primarily by discounting the estimated future cash flows specifically related to membership sales and asset development expenditures. In estimating the cash flows, we use various estimates such as (a) sales pace to absorb the number of memberships based upon economic conditions that may have either a short-term or long-term impact on the market in which the assets are located, competition within the market, historical sales rates of the memberships for the specific amenity or the estimated impact of our pricing reductions and sales incentives; (b) net sales prices in the near-term based upon current pricing estimates, as well as estimated changes in future sales prices based upon historical sales prices of the memberships for the specific recreational amenity or in similar recreational amenities owned by us or historical sales prices of similar membership offerings in the market. Our determination of fair value requires discounting the estimated cash flows at a rate commensurate with the inherent risks associated with selling the memberships and related

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

estimated cash flows. The discount rates that we used in the periods of 2006-2007 in the determination of fair values ranged from 10%-14%. The discount rates that we used during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 in the determination of fair values ranged from 15%-18%.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded asset impairment losses of approximately $499,171 and $531,973, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2007, we recorded asset impairment losses of approximately $35,591 and $71,958, respectively. In addition, we have decided to exit two joint ventures, Ocala 623 Land Development LLC and Renaissance at Woodlands LLC. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, we incurred valuation adjustments of approximately $4,470 related to our investments in these unconsolidated joint ventures.

In the event that market conditions or the Company’s operations deteriorate in the future, or current difficult market conditions extend beyond our expectations, including, but not limited to, a further decline in sales prices, reduced absorption of units in inventory, increased defaults or cancellations of tower unit and traditional home contracts, or increased costs of development, additional impairments may be necessary and any such charges could be significant.

Valuation adjustments and land purchase deposit write-offs by geographic market:

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
   For the nine months
ended September 30,
Inventory and property and equipment valuation adjustments    2008    2007    2008    2007

Traditional homebuilding:

           

Florida

   $ 145,860    $ 4,489    $ 159,397    $ 21,284

Northeast

     9,104      40      9,418      87

Mid-Atlantic

     39,208      —        43,372      1,027

Tower homebuilding:

           

Florida

     198,280      31,062      202,549      49,560

Northeast

     38,111      —        48,629      —  

Mid-Atlantic

     17,247      —        17,247      —  

Real estate services

     407      —        407      —  

Amenity membership and operations and other

     42,122      —        42,122      —  

Land sales

     8,832      —        8,832      —  
                           

Total

   $ 499,171    $ 35,591    $ 531,973    $ 71,958
                           

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands)

 

Write-off of deposits and other costs

We evaluate deposits and other costs related to land option contracts for recoverability and write-off such deposits and others costs when it is no longer probable that we will pursue the purchase as originally planned. These decisions take into consideration changes in national and local market conditions, the willingness of land sellers to modify terms of the purchase agreement, the timing of required land purchases, and other factors. We wrote off approximately $9,532 and $16,564 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, respectively, and $352 and $1,053 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2007, respectively, related to forfeited deposits and other costs associated with the termination or probable termination of land option contracts. As of September 30, 2008, we currently have no remaining active land or lot option purchase contracts.

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
   For the nine months
ended September 30,
Deposits and other related costs    2008     2007    2008     2007

Traditional homebuilding:

         

Florida

   $ 3,677     $ 336    $ 3,677     $ 586

Northeast

     —         —        —         6

Mid-Atlantic

     —         —        —         —  

Tower homebuilding:

         

Florida

     —         —        (87 )     —  

Northeast

     6,056       —        13,175       —  

Mid-Atlantic

     —         —        —         —  

Real estate services

     —         —        —         —  

Amenity membership and operations and other

     —         16      —         454

Land sales

     (201 )     —        (201 )     7
                             

Total

   $ 9,532     $ 352    $ 16,564     $ 1,053
                             

 

7. Warranty

We generally provide our single- and multi-family home buyers with a one to three year limited warranty, respectively, for all material and labor and a ten year warranty for certain structural defects. We provide our tower home buyers a three year warranty for the unit and common elements of the tower. Warranty reserves have been established by charging cost of sales and crediting a warranty liability. The amounts charged are estimated by management to be adequate to cover expected warranty-related costs under all unexpired warranty obligations. Our warranty cost accruals are based upon historical warranty cost experience and are adjusted as appropriate to reflect qualitative risks associated with the types of towers and homes built.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

The following table presents the activity in our warranty liability account:

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
    For the nine months
ended September 30,
 
     2008     2007     2008     2007  

Warranty liability at beginning of period

   $ 19,622     $ 20,853     $ 19,145     $ 20,110  

Warranty costs accrued and incurred

     9,682       3,730       15,900       9,204  

Warranty costs paid

     (1,660 )     (2,524 )     (7,401 )     (7,255 )
                                

Warranty liability at end of period

   $ 27,644     $ 22,059     $ 27,644     $ 22,059  
                                

 

8. Interest Expense, net

The following table is a summary of interest expense, net:

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
    For the nine months
ended September 30,
 
     2008     2007     2008     2007  

Total interest incurred

   $ 25,333     $ 37,608     $ 94,774     $ 107,541  

Debt issue cost amortization

     2,476       599       6,530       3,141  

Interest capitalized

     (942 )     (15,842 )     (12,273 )     (53,682 )
                                

Interest expense, net

   $ 26,867     $ 22,365     $ 89,031     $ 57,000  
                                

Previously capitalized interest included in costs of sales

   $ 2,547     $ 6,296     $ 33,298     $ 28,630  
                                

As of the filing of the petitions for reorganization, we discontinued accruing interest on pre-petition unsecured debt obligations. Contractual interest for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 equaled $34,595 and $104,037, respectively.

 

9. Shareholders’ (Deficit) Equity

In addition to our common stock, we have 100,000 shares authorized of series common stock, $.01 par value per share, and 100,000 shares authorized of preferred stock, $.01 par value per share. No shares of series common stock or preferred stock are issued and outstanding.

Basic earnings (loss) per share is calculated by dividing net income (loss) available to common shareholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is calculated by dividing net income (loss) available to common shareholders by the weighted average number of shares outstanding including the dilutive effect of stock-based grants and contingent convertible notes. For the nine months ended September 30, 2008, 2,730 stock options and grants were excluded from the computation of diluted loss per share due to their anti-dilutive effect. For the nine months ended September 30, 2007, 3,131 stock options and grants were excluded from the computation of diluted loss per share due to their anti-dilutive effect. Approximately 4,534 shares related to the contingent convertible notes were excluded from the calculation of diluted weighted average shares outstanding for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 due to their anti-dilutive effect.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Information pertaining to the calculation of earnings per share is as follows:

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
   For the nine months
ended September 30,
     2008    2007    2008    2007

Basic weighted average shares outstanding

   42,181    42,030    42,166    41,980

Dilutive common share equivalents:

           

Employee stock options, restricted stock and performance stock grants

   —      —      —      —  

Contingent convertible senior subordinated notes

   —      —      —      —  
                   

Diluted weighted average shares outstanding

   42,181    42,030    42,166    41,980
                   

On August 4, 2008, New York Stock Exchange LLC (the “NYSE”) determined that our common stock should be suspended immediately from trading, and directed the preparation and filing with the SEC of the application for the removal of our common stock from listing and registration on the NYSE. Effective August 21, 2008, the NYSE notified the SEC of its intention to remove the entire class of Common Stock of the Company from listing and registration on the NYSE. Following our suspension from the NYSE, we began trading on the Pink Sheet Electronic Quotation Service.

 

10. Fair Values of Financial Instruments

In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS 157, Fair Value Measurement. SFAS 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles and expands disclosures about fair value measurements. SFAS 157 was effective for our financial assets and liabilities on January 1, 2008. The FASB delayed the effective date of SFAS 157 for all non-financial assets and non-financial liabilities, except those that are recognized or disclosed at fair value in the financial statements on a recurring basis (at least annually) to fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2008.

SFAS 157’s valuation techniques are based on observable and unobservable inputs. Observable inputs reflect readily obtainable data from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect our market assumptions. The Standard classifies these inputs into the following hierarchy:

Level 1 Inputs – Quoted prices for identical instruments in active markets.

Level 2 Inputs – Quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active; and model-derived valuations whose inputs are observable or whose significant value drivers are observable.

Level 3 Inputs – Instruments with primarily unobservable value drivers.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

We have one derivative instrument, an interest rate swap agreement, subject to valuation under SFAS 157:

 

     September 30, 2008    Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Liabilities
(Level 1)
   Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)
   Significant
Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)

Derivative

   $ 10,575    $ —      $ 10,575    $ —  

The non-cash mark-to-market resulted in a loss of $339 and $929 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, respectively. Due to our filing of petitions under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code, the interest rate swap agreement was terminated by the counterparty and the fair value on the termination date became due and payable as a secured obligation to the counterparty.

 

11. Contracts Receivable

Amounts due under tower sales contracts, to the extent recognized as revenue under the percentage-of-completion method are recorded as contracts receivable. On a quarterly basis, we prepare an analysis for each specific tower and analyze each unit with respect to which we have facts that lead us to believe specific units are at risk of defaulting and based on this analysis, actual defaults experienced at each tower location, and the current market environment, we estimate the number of defaults that may occur for future unit closings. This analysis requires us to make significant estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts in our financial statements. These estimates are subject to revision as additional information becomes available and actual defaults could differ materially from our estimates. At September 30, 2008 and December 31, 2007, respectively, our contracts receivable balance of $10,283 and $358,327, respectively, is net of an allowance of $156 and $11,039 for estimated losses due to potential customer defaults.

The following table presents the activity in our contracts receivable reserve account.

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
    For the nine months
ended September 30,
 
     2008     2007     2008     2007  

Contracts receivable reserve at beginning of period

   $ 1,000     $ 17,900     $ 11,039     $ 18,297  

Increase to reserve

     —         23,713       2,153       41,527  

Defaults charged against reserve

     (844 )     (19,813 )     (13,036 )     (38,024 )
                                

Contracts receivable reserve at end of period

   $ 156     $ 21,800     $ 156     $ 21,800  
                                

 

12. Commitments and Contingencies

Standby letters of credit and performance bonds, issued by third party entities, are used to guarantee our performance under various contracts, principally in connection with the development of our projects and land purchase obligations. At September 30, 2008, we had approximately $37,082 in letters of credit outstanding which expire through 2009. Performance bonds do not have stated expiration dates; rather, we are released from the bonds as the contractual performance is completed. These bonds, which approximated $83,952 at September 30, 2008, are typically outstanding over a period of approximately one to five years.

Our estimated exposure on the outstanding surety bonds are approximately $50,144 based on development remaining to be completed.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

13. Discontinued Operations

In April 2007, we sold a non-golf recreational facility for $47,500 (excluding closing costs) and recorded a pre-tax gain of approximately $20,100. In November 2007, we sold a non-golf amenity club for $8,220 (excluding closing costs) and recorded a pre-tax gain of approximately $2,350. In accordance with SFAS 144, the sale of the amenities qualifies as discontinued operations, and accordingly, we have reported the results of operations in discontinued operations in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of income for all periods presented.

The results from discontinued operations were as follows:

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
   For the nine months
ended September 30,
     2008    2007    2008    2007

Revenue

   $ —      $ 547    $ —      $ 4,208
                           

Gross margin

     —        197      —        1,926

Gain on sale

     —        —        —        20,069

Income tax expense

     —        76      —        7,454
                           

Net income from discontined operations

   $ —      $ 121    $ —      $ 14,541
                           

 

14. New Accounting Pronouncements

In November 2006, the FASB ratified EITF Issue No. 06-8 (EITF 06-8), Applicability of a Buyer’s Continuing Investment under FASB Statement No. 66 for Sales of Condominiums. EITF 06-8 provides guidance in assessing the collectibility of the sales price which is required in order to recognize profit under the percentage-of-completion method pursuant to SFAS 66. EITF 06-8 states that an entity should evaluate the adequacy of the buyer’s initial and continuing investment in reaching its conclusion that the sales price is collectible. The continuing investment criterion in paragraph 12 of SFAS 66 would be met by requiring the buyer to either (a) make additional payments during the construction term at least equal to the level annual payments that would be required to fund principal and interest payments on a hypothetical mortgage for the remaining purchase price of the property or (b) increase the initial investment by an equivalent aggregate amount. If the test for initial and continuing investment is not met, the deposit method should be applied and profit recognized only once the aggregated deposit meets the required investment tests for the duration of the construction period. We believe that we will be required, in most cases, to collect additional deposits from the buyer in order to recognize revenue under the percentage-of-completion method of accounting. If we are unable to meet the requirements of EITF 06-8, we will be required to delay revenue recognition until the aggregate investment tests described in SFAS 66 and EITF 06-8 have been met. We adopted EITF 06-8 on January 1, 2008 and there was no impact to our consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.

SFAS 159, The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities including an amendment of FASB Statement No. 115, allows entities to choose to measure eligible items at fair value at specified election dates and expands disclosure about fair value measurements. The adoption of SFAS 159, which was effective for us on January 1, 2008, did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS 141R, Business Combinations and SFAS 160, Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated Financial Statements, an amendment of ARB No. 51. SFAS 141R will change how business acquisitions are accounted for and will impact financial statements both on the acquisition date and in subsequent periods. SFAS 160 will change the accounting and reporting for minority interests, which will be recharacterized as noncontrolling interests and classified as a component of equity. SFAS 141R and SFAS 160 are effective for both public and private companies for fiscal years beginning on or after December 15, 2008. SFAS 141R will be applied prospectively. SFAS 160 requires retroactive adoption of the presentation and disclosure requirements for existing minority interests. All other requirements of SFAS 160 will be applied prospectively. Early adoption is prohibited for both standards. The impact on our financial statements for that period has not yet been determined.

In March 2008, the FASB issued SFAS 161, Disclosures About Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities - an amendment of FASB Statement No. 133. SFAS 161 expands the disclosure requirements in SFAS 133, Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, regarding an entity’s derivative instruments and hedging activities. SFAS 161 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 1, 2008. We do not expect the adoption of SFAS 161 to have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.

In April 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position 90-7-1, “An Amendment of AICPA Statement of Position 90-7,” (FSP 90-7-1). FSP 90-7-1, which was effective immediately and amends SOP 90-7, paragraph 38 to nullify the requirement regarding changes in accounting principles. Previously under paragraph 38 of SOP 90-7, changes in accounting principles that will be required in the financial statements of an emerging entity within the 12 months following the adoption of fresh-start accounting were required to be adopted at the time fresh-start reporting was adopted. As a result of the amendment, an entity emerging from bankruptcy that applies fresh-start reporting should follow only the accounting standards in effect at the date fresh-start reporting is adopted, which include those standards eligible for early adoption if an election is made to adopt early.

In May 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position APB 14-1, Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments That May Be Settled in Cash Upon Conversion (Including Partial Cash Settlement). FSP APB 14-1 specifies that issuers of such instruments should separately account for the liability and equity components in a manner that will reflect the entity’s nonconvertible debt borrowing rate on the instrument’s issuance date when interest cost is recognized in subsequent periods. Our 2003 4.0% contingent convertible senior subordinated notes due August 5, 2023 are within the scope of FSP APB 14-1. We will be required to record the debt portions of our 4.0% contingent convertible senior subordinated notes at their fair value on the date of issuance and amortize the discount into interest expense over the life of the debt; however, there would be no effect on our cash interest payments. FSP APB 14-1 will be effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008 and the interim periods within those fiscal years, and would be applied retrospectively to all periods presented. Early adoption is not permitted. The impact on our financial statements has not yet been determined.

 

15. Supplemental Guarantor Information

Obligations to pay principal and interest on our senior subordinated notes are guaranteed fully and unconditionally by substantially all of our wholly owned subsidiaries. Separate financial statements of the guarantors are not provided, as subsidiary guarantors are 100% owned by the Company and guarantees are full, unconditional, and joint and several. Supplemental condensed consolidating financial information of the Company’s guarantors and non-guarantor subsidiaries is presented below.

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets

 

     September 30, 2008  
     WCI
Communities,
Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   Non-guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminating
Entries
    Consolidated
WCI
Communities,
Inc.
 
Assets            

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ 85,105     $ 12,722    $ 9,426     $ —       $ 107,253  

Restricted cash

     10,355       2,858      4,488       —         17,701  

Contracts receivable, net

     5,386       —        4,897       —         10,283  

Mortgage notes and accounts receivable

     6,750       6,957      1,569       (603 )     14,673  

Real estate inventories

     720,825       251,256      178,315       —         1,150,396  

Property and equipment, net

     78,788       63,497      49,847       —         192,132  

Investment in subsidiaries

     468,670       15,081      —         (483,751 )     —    

Other assets

     404,623       355,911      15,705       (599,239 )     177,000  
                                       

Total assets

   $ 1,780,502     $ 708,282    $ 264,247     $ (1,083,593 )   $ 1,669,438  
                                       
Liabilities and Shareholders’ (Deficit) Equity            

Accounts payable and other liabilities

   $ 370,659     $ 160,215    $ 300,040     $ (599,842 )   $ 231,072  

Senior secured debt

     723,753       —        —           723,753  

Debtor-in-possession financing

     80,000       —        —         —         80,000  

Mortgages and notes payable

     —         —        1,775       —         1,775  

Subordinated notes

     —         —        —         —         —    
                                       
     1,174,412       160,215      301,815       (599,842 )     1,036,600  
                                       

Liabilities subject to compromise

     945,370       —        —         —         945,370  

Minority interests

     —         —        26,748       —         26,748  

Shareholders’ (deficit) equity

     (339,280 )     548,067      (64,316 )     (483,751 )     (339,280 )
                                       

Total liabilities and shareholders’ (deficit) equity

   $ 1,780,502     $ 708,282    $ 264,247     $ (1,083,593 )   $ 1,669,438  
                                       

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets

(continued)

 

     December 31, 2007
     WCI
Communities,
Inc.
   Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   Non-guarantor
Subsidiaries
   Eliminating
Entries
    Consolidated
WCI
Communities,
Inc.
Assets              

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ 156,887    $ 29,545    $ 2,389    $ —       $ 188,821

Restricted cash

     11,800      2,948      5,612      —         20,360

Contracts receivable, net

     194,303      515      163,509      —         358,327

Mortgage notes and accounts receivable

     2,535      13,678      3,920      (995 )     19,138

Real estate inventories

     1,314,777      270,103      263,429      —         1,848,309

Property and equipment

     65,502      104,062      66,865      —         236,429

Investment in subsidiaries

     750,761      23,889      —        (774,650 )     —  

Other assets

     377,855      393,232      20,084      (571,324 )     219,847
                                   

Total assets

   $ 2,874,420    $ 837,972    $ 525,808    $ (1,346,969 )   $ 2,891,231
                                   
Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity              

Accounts payable and other liabilities

   $ 532,561    $ 186,047    $ 371,631    $ (572,319 )   $ 517,920

Senior secured debt

     808,475      —        —        —         808,475

Mortgages and notes payable

     298,350      —        1,775      —         300,125

Subordinated notes

     815,000      —        —        —         815,000
                                   
     2,454,386      186,047      373,406      (572,319 )     2,441,520
                                   

Minority interests

     —        —        29,677      —         29,677

Shareholders’ equity

     420,034      651,925      122,725      (774,650 )     420,034
                                   

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity

   $ 2,874,420    $ 837,972    $ 525,808    $ (1,346,969 )   $ 2,891,231
                                   

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations

 

     For the three months ended September 30, 2008  
     WCI
Communities,
Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminating
Entries
    Consolidated
WCI
Communities,
Inc.
 

Total revenues

   $ 67,239     $ 32,938     $ (640 )   $ (50 )   $ 99,487  

Total cost of sales

     402,017       66,388       110,313       (50 )     578,668  
                                        

Gross margin

     (334,778 )     (33,450 )     (110,953 )     —         (479,181 )

Total other income and expenses, net

     25,682       51,587       37,625       —         114,894  
                                        

Loss from continuing operations before minority interests, reorganization items, income taxes and equity in loss of subsidiaries

     (360,460 )     (85,037 )     (148,578 )     —         (594,075 )

Intercompany management fees expense (income)

     96       (3,018 )     2,922       —         —    

Minority interests

     —         —         13,026       —         13,026  

Reorganization items, net

     17,772       —         —         —         17,772  

Income tax expense (benefit)

     9,966       (31,942 )     (1 )     —         (21,977 )

Equity in loss of subsidiaries, net of tax

     (188,550 )     (8,070 )     —         196,620       —    
                                        

Net loss

   $ (576,844 )   $ (58,147 )   $ (138,473 )   $ 196,620     $ (576,844 )
                                        
     For the nine months ended September 30, 2008  
     WCI
Communities,
Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminating
Entries
    Consolidated
WCI
Communities,
Inc.
 

Total revenues

   $ 346,827     $ 117,981     $ 2,147     $ (334 )   $ 466,621  

Total cost of sales

     668,010       169,656       145,754       (334 )     983,086  
                                        

Gross margin

     (321,183 )     (51,675 )     (143,607 )     —         (516,465 )

Total other income and expenses, net

     123,491       92,323       46,482       —         262,296  
                                        

Loss from continuing operations before minority interests, reorganization items, income taxes and equity in loss of subsidiaries

     (444,674 )     (143,998 )     (190,089 )     —         (778,761 )

Intercompany management fees expense (income)

     3,873       (11,691 )     7,818       —         —    

Minority interests

     —         —         13,900       —         13,900  

Reorganization items, net

     17,772       —         —         —         17,772  

Income tax expense (benefit)

     11,076       (32,549 )       —         (21,473 )

Equity in loss of subsidiaries, net of tax

     (283,765 )     (6,990 )     —         290,755       —    
                                        

Net loss

   $ (761,160 )   $ (106,748 )   $ (184,007 )   $ 290,755     $ (761,160 )
                                        

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations

(continued)

 

     For the three months ended September 30, 2007  
     WCI
Communities,
Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminating
Entries
    Consolidated
WCI
Communities,
Inc.
 

Total revenues

   $ 58,982     $ 60,126     $ 46,383     $ (59 )   $ 165,432  

Total cost of sales

     88,922       71,129       46,280       (59 )     206,272  
                                        

Gross margin

     (29,940 )     (11,003 )     103       —         (40,840 )

Total other income and expenses, net

     44,897       25,088       6,200       —         76,185  
                                        

Loss from continuing operations before minority interests, income taxes and equity in (loss) income of subsidiaries

     (74,837 )     (36,091 )     (6,097 )     —         (117,025 )

Intercompany management fees expense (income)

     2,211       (9,920 )     7,709       —         —    

Minority interests

     —         —         1,666       —         1,666  

Income tax expense (benefit)

     2,072       (42,415 )     (5,173 )     —         (45,516 )

Equity in income (loss) of subsidiaries, net of tax

     9,398       (503 )     —         (8,895 )     —    

Income from discontinued operations, net of tax

     —         121       —         —         121  
                                        

Net (loss) income

   $ (69,722 )   $ 15,862     $ (6,967 )   $ (8,895 )   $ (69,722 )
                                        
     For the nine months ended September 30, 2007  
     WCI
Communities,
Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminating
Entries
    Consolidated
WCI
Communities,
Inc.
 

Total revenues

   $ 350,908     $ 173,663     $ 220,582     $ (367 )   $ 744,786  

Total cost of sales

     353,273       205,702       194,320       (367 )     752,928  
                                        

Gross margin

     (2,365 )     (32,039 )     26,262       —         (8,142 )

Total other income and expenses, net

     115,086       80,096       16,870       —         212,052  
                                        

(Loss) income from continuing operations before minority interests, income taxes and equity in (loss) income of subsidiaries

     (117,451 )     (112,135 )     9,392       —         (220,194 )

Intercompany management fees expense (income)

     3,912       (24,651 )     20,739       —         —    

Minority interests

     —         —         2,488       —         2,488  

Income tax benefit

     (2,511 )     (75,925 )     (5,979 )     —         (84,415 )

Equity in (loss) income of subsidiaries, net of tax

     (14,127 )     1,060       —         13,067       —    

Income from discontinued operations, net of tax

     14,229       312       —         —         14,541  
                                        

Net (loss) income

   $ (118,750 )   $ (10,187 )   $ (2,880 )   $ 13,067     $ (118,750 )
                                        

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

 

     For the nine months ended September 30, 2008  
     WCI
Communities,
Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminating
Entries
    Consolidated
WCI
Communities,
Inc.
 

Cash flows from operating activities:

          

Net loss

   $ (761,160 )   $ (106,748 )   $ (184,007 )   $ 290,755     $ (761,160 )

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash (used in) provided by operating activities

     996,923       105,885       194,144       (290,755 )     1,006,197  
                                        

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

     235,763       (863 )     10,137       —         245,037  
                                        

Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities

     (21,333 )     18,590       163       —         (2,580 )
                                        

Cash flows from financing activities:

          

Net repayments on senior secured debt

     (84,722 )     —         —           (84,722 )

Borrowings from debtor-in-possession financing

     80,000       —         —           80,000  

Net repayments on mortgages and notes payable

     (298,364 )     —         —         —         (298,364 )

Other

     16,874       (34,550 )     (3,263 )     —         (20,939 )
                                        

Net cash used in financing activities

     (286,212 )     (34,550 )     (3,263 )     —         (324,025 )
                                        

Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents

     (71,782 )     (16,823 )     7,037       —         (81,568 )

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

     156,887       29,545       2,389       —         188,821  
                                        

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

   $ 85,105     $ 12,722     $ 9,426     $ —       $ 107,253  
                                        

 

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WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.

Debtor-in-Possession

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

September 30, 2008

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

(continued)

 

     For the nine months ended September 30, 2007  
     WCI
Communities,
Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminating
Entries
    Consolidated
WCI
Communities,
Inc.
 

Cash flows from operating activities:

          

Net loss

   $ (118,750 )   $ (10,187 )   $ (2,880 )   $ 13,067     $ (118,750 )

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

     141,801       26,727       (3,401 )     (13,067 )     152,060  
                                        

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

     23,051       16,540       (6,281 )     —         33,310  
                                        

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

     22,804       4,962       (1,559 )     —         26,207  
                                        

Cash flows from financing activities:

          

Net repayments on senior secured debt

     (92,646 )     —         —           (92,646 )

Net borrowings on mortgages and notes payable

     12,419       —         —         —         12,419  

Other

     7,128       (19,515 )     (1,605 )     —         (13,992 )
                                        

Net cash used in financing activities

     (73,099 )     (19,515 )     (1,605 )     —         (94,219 )
                                        

Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents

     (27,244 )     1,987       (9,445 )     —         (34,702 )

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

     30,155       1,945       9,776       —         41,876  
                                        

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

   $ 2,911     $ 3,932     $ 331     $ —       $ 7,174  
                                        

 

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Business Environment

Chapter 11 Reorganization

On August 4, 2008, WCI Communities, Inc. (the “Company,” “WCI” or “we”) and 126 of its subsidiaries (excluding its Watermark real estate brokerage, our WCI Mortgage business and certain other joint ventures in which we are a partner) (the “Debtors”) filed voluntary petitions for reorganization relief under the provisions of Chapter 11 of Title 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware in Wilmington, Case No. 08 - 11643 (KJC). The list of the Debtors and Tax Identification Numbers is located on the docket for Case No. 08-11643 (KJC) [Docket No. 64] and http://chapter11.epiqsystems.com/wcicommunities.

We continue to operate our businesses and manage our properties as debtors and debtors-in-possession under the jurisdiction of the Bankruptcy Court and in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Bankruptcy Code and orders of the Bankruptcy Court. As part of the “first day” relief, we obtained Bankruptcy Court approval to, among other things, continue to pay critical vendors and vendors with lien rights, meet our pre-petition payroll obligations, pay deficit funding obligations to our various community associations and clubs, maintain our cash management systems, sell homes free and clear of liens, pay our taxes, continue to provide employee benefits and maintain our insurance programs. Certain of these payment obligations are subject to monetary limits without specific approval for each transaction. The filing of the Chapter 11 petitions triggered repayment obligations under a number of our debt instruments and agreements. As a result, all of our debt obligations became immediately payable. We believe that any efforts to enforce the payment obligations are stayed as a result of the Chapter 11 filings.

Process for Plan of Reorganization. In order to exit Chapter 11 successfully, the Debtors will need to propose, and obtain confirmation by the Bankruptcy Court of, a plan of reorganization that satisfies the requirements of the Bankruptcy Code. A plan of reorganization would resolve, among other things, the Debtors’ pre-petition obligations, set forth the revised capital structure of the newly reorganized entity and provide for corporate governance subsequent to exit from bankruptcy.

We have the exclusive right to file a Chapter 11 plan or plans prior to April 1, 2009 and the exclusive right to solicit acceptance thereof until June 1, 2009. Pursuant to Section 1121 of the Bankruptcy Code, the exclusivity periods may be expanded or reduced by the Bankruptcy Court, but in no event can the exclusivity periods to file and solicit acceptance of a plan or plans of reorganization be extended beyond 18 months and 20 months, respectively.

As a result of our Chapter 11 cases and other matters described herein, including uncertainties related to the fact that we have not yet had time to complete and obtain confirmation of a plan or plans of reorganization, there is substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. Our ability to continue as a going concern, including our ability to meet our ongoing operational obligations, is dependent upon, among other things:

 

   

our ability to generate and maintain adequate cash;

 

   

the cost, duration and outcome of the restructuring process;

 

   

our ability to comply with the terms of the DIP financing order and, if necessary, seek further extensions of our ability to use cash collateral;

 

   

our ability to achieve profitability following a restructuring given housing market challenges; and

 

   

our ability to retain key employees.

These challenges are in addition to those operational and competitive challenges that we face in connection with our business. In conjunction with our advisors, we are implementing strategies to aid our liquidity and our ability to continue as a going concern. However, such efforts may not be successful.

 

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We have taken and will continue to take aggressive actions to maximize cash receipts and minimize cash expenditures with the understanding that certain of these actions may make us less able to take advantage of future improvements in the homebuilding market. We continue to take steps to reduce our general and administrative expenses by streamlining activities and increasing efficiencies, which have led and will continue to lead to reductions in the workforce. However, much of our efforts to reduce general and administrative expenses are being offset by professional and consulting fees associated with our Chapter 11 cases. We have and will continue to analyze each community based on anticipated sales absorption rates, net cash flows and financial returns taking into consideration current market factors in the homebuilding industry. In order to generate cash and reduce our inventory to levels consistent with our business plan, we have taken and will continue to take the following actions, to the extent possible given the limitations resulting from our Chapter 11 cases:

 

   

limiting or eliminating any new arrangements to acquire land;

 

   

engaging in bulk sales of land and unsold homes;

 

   

reducing the number of unsold homes under construction and limiting and/or curtailing development activities in any development where we do not expect to deliver homes in the near future;

 

   

renegotiating terms or abandoning our rights under option contracts;

 

   

considering other asset dispositions including the possible sale of underperforming assets, communities, divisions and joint venture interests;

 

   

reducing our unsold finished home levels; and

 

   

pursuing other initiatives designed to monetize our assets.

Three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 compared to three and nine months ended September 30, 2007

Overview

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
    For the nine months
ended September 30,
 

(Dollars in thousands)

   2008     2007     2008     2007  

Total revenues

   $ 99,487     $ 165,432     $ 466,621     $ 744,786  

Total gross margin (a)

     (479,181 )     (40,840 )     (516,465 )     (8,142 )

Net (loss)

     (576,844 )     (69,722 )     (761,160 )     (118,750 )

(a) Our gross margin includes overhead expenses directly associated with each line of business. See the condensed consolidated statements of operations for the details of other components that are part of the condensed consolidated loss before minority interest and income taxes for each period.

Reduced demand for our products and services experienced by each of our principal lines of business, lower sales prices, increased use of incentives and discounts, and asset impairment and land option abandonment charges contributed to significant decreases in revenue and gross margin for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2008.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded 124 and 702 gross orders, respectively, for combined traditional and tower homebuilding with an aggregate value of $76.0 million and $426.9 million, respectively, compared to 197 and 729 gross orders, respectively, with an aggregate value of $139.1 million and $528.8 million, respectively, for the same periods a year ago.

We believe the challenging market conditions are attributable to a national softening in demand for new homes as well as an oversupply of homes available for sale, particularly in our Florida market. We believe the decline in demand for our new homes is related to concerns of prospective home buyers regarding the direction of home

 

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prices, interest rates, availability of acceptable financing and their inability to sell their current homes. In addition to the traditional homebuyer, it appears that speculators and investors have significantly reduced their participation in the new home market. Many of our markets have been impacted by an overall increase in the supply of homes available for sale, as speculators and investors attempt to sell the homes they previously purchased or cancel contracts for homes under construction. High cancellation rates reported by other builders, and the increased cancellation rates we have experienced, are adding to the supply of homes in the marketplace. The weakness in the housing market has accelerated during 2008 as a result of the factors above, including increased foreclosures, lack of consumer confidence, significant disruptions in the broader financial markets and severe constraints in the credit markets.

The continuing deterioration of conditions in the markets in which we operate has had, and likely will continue to have for an extended period of time, a negative impact on our liquidity. Some of the factors which have adversely affected us include, but are not limited to, declines in new home orders; increased cancellations; defaults and rescission claims; increased use of incentives and discounts; reduced margins; significant tower project delays and increased interest and insurance costs; general contractor financial instability; impairments to our assets; and credit rating downgrades. All of these factors, and others which may arise in the future, have adversely impacted and will likely continue to adversely impact our financial condition.

Homebuilding

Traditional homebuilding

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
    For the nine months
ended September 30,
 

(Dollars in thousands)

   2008     2007     2008     2007  

Revenues

   $ 55,059     $ 151,484     $ 240,354     $ 536,840  

Gross margin

   $ (206,575 )   $ 10,436     $ (223,165 )   $ 45,749  

Gross margin percentage

     NM       6.9 %     NM       8.5 %

Homes closed (units)

     98       212       454       735  

Average selling price per home closed

   $ 562     $ 715     $ 529     $ 730  

Lot revenues

   $ 1,564     $ 5,533     $ 6,639     $ 13,328  

Net new orders for homes (units)

     68       105       272       456  

Net contract values of net new orders

   $ 31,819     $ 65,224     $ 117,783     $ 287,727  

Average selling price per net new order

   $ 468     $ 621     $ 433     $ 631  

 

     As of September 30,
     2008    2007

Backlog (units)

     135      591

Backlog contract values

   $ 73,976    $ 442,016

Average sales price in backlog

   $ 548    $ 748

NM- Data not meaningful

Traditional home revenues decreased 63.7% for the three months ended September 30, 2008 compared to the same period in the prior year due primarily to the 53.8% decline in home deliveries and a 21.4% decrease in average selling price per home closed. Traditional home revenues decreased 55.2% for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 compared to the same period in the prior year primarily due to the 38.2% decline in home deliveries and a 27.5% decrease in average selling price per home closed. We closed 70 units and 365 units in our Florida market for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, respectively, compared to 145 units and 484 units in the same periods last year, respectively. The Northeast U.S. and Mid-Atlantic U.S. markets closed a combined 28 units and 89 units for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, respectively, compared

 

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to 67 units and 251 units in the same periods last year, respectively. The Northeast U.S. market experienced a 65.5% decrease in home deliveries primarily as a result of one community where deliveries increased to 145 units in the nine months ended September 30, 2007 due to construction delays in prior periods that pushed deliveries into 2007. The decreases in the average selling price per home closed for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2008 reflect the overall challenging market conditions, our focus on selling existing unsold completed homes, and the change in the mix of homes closed.

Lot revenues decreased to $1.6 million from $5.5 million for the three months ended September 30, 2008 and decreased to $6.6 million from $13.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2008. From time to time, we sell certain lots for custom homes directly to prospective residents or custom homebuilders as part of our strategy to serve a broad range of customers. Lot sales are not a primary driver of the traditional homebuilding segment and therefore will fluctuate from time to time.

The decreases in home gross margin for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2008 were due to lower selling prices, continued use of discounts and incentives and the recording of asset impairment losses. Sales discounts and incentives for the three months ended September 30, 2008 totaled approximately $15.6 million compared to $27.4 million for the same period last year. Sales discounts and incentives for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 totaled approximately $63.3 million compared to $82.7 million for the same period last year. Home gross margin for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 was favorably impacted by $693,000 and $4.8 million, respectively, in forfeited deposits from contract cancellations compared to $2.9 million and $8.7 million for the same periods in 2007, respectively.

We continue to focus on selling finished homebuilding product by lowering sales prices in our communities to meet the competitive market and to generate cash flow. In addition, we re-evaluated our undiscounted expected cash flows related to our communities under development. As a result we recorded $197.8 and $215.9 million of asset impairment and lot option abandonment losses for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, respectively, compared to $4.9 million and $23.0 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2007. If conditions in the homebuilding industry worsen in the future, we may be required to evaluate additional homes and projects which may result in additional impairment charges and such charges could be significant.

The following table presents traditional homebuilding impairment and lot option abandonment charges by geographic location:

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
   For the nine months
ended September 30,

Inventory valuation adjustments

   2008    2007    2008    2007

Traditional homebuilding:

           

Florida

   $ 145,860    $ 4,489    $ 159,397    $ 21,284

Northeast

     9,104      40      9,418      87

Mid-Atlantic

     39,208      —        43,372      1,027
                           

Total

   $ 194,172    $ 4,529    $ 212,187    $ 22,398
                           

 

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     For the three months
ended September 30,
   For the nine months
ended September 30,

Deposits and other related costs

   2008    2007    2008    2007

Traditional homebuilding:

           

Florida

   $ 3,677    $ 336    $ 3,677    $ 586

Northeast

     —        —        —        —  

Mid-Atlantic

     —        —        —        —  
                           

Total

   $ 3,677    $ 336    $ 3,677    $ 586
                           

Contract values of new orders decreased 51.2% and 59.1% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2007, primarily due to the decline in the number of new orders and the decrease in average selling price. For the three months ended September 30, 2008 our Florida, Northeast U.S and Mid-Atlantic U.S markets had net new order declines of 17, 20 and zero units, respectively compared to the same period in 2007. For the nine months ended September 30, 2008 our Florida, Northeast U.S and Mid-Atlantic U.S markets had net new order declines of 24, 132 and 28 units, respectively compared to the same period in 2007.

The 83.3% decrease in backlog contract values reflects a 77.2% decrease in backlog units combined with a 26.7% decrease in the average sales price of homes under contract to $548,000 in 2008 compared to $748,000 in 2007. The decline in backlog contract values and units can be attributed to the weak homebuilding sales experienced in most of our markets and an increase in our cancellation rate. Our cancellation rate on traditional homes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 was approximately 22.7% and 43.6%, respectively, of contracts signed, compared to 44.4% and 34.7% for the same periods in 2007. Based on recent cancellation experience, we do not expect to completely deliver the 135 units in backlog at September 30, 2008.

We employ a wide range of sales incentives and discounts to market our homes to prospective buyers, particularly in these difficult market conditions. These incentives are an important aspect of our sales and marketing of homes, and we rely on them more heavily in promoting communities experiencing weaker demand or to promote the sale of completed unsold homes. Without the use of these marketing incentives and discounts, our ability to sell homes would be adversely impacted.

Tower homebuilding

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
    For the nine months
ended September 30,
 

(Dollars in thousands)

   2008     2007     2008     2007  

Revenues

   $ 9,839     $ (36,788 )   $ 24,416     $ 39,326  

Gross margin

   $ (253,632 )   $ (56,646 )   $ (285,777 )   $ (72,533 )

Gross margin percentage

     NM       NM       NM       NM  

Net new orders (units)

     6       (81 )     (44 )     (145 )

Contract values of new orders, net

   $ (2,163 )   $ (79,494 )   $ (119,325 )   $ (136,836 )

Average selling price per new order

     NM       NM       NM       NM  

Towers under construction recognizing revenue during the nine months ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively

     1       11      

NM- Data not meaningful

 

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Tower revenues were favorably impacted by $2.4 million and $10.7 million in forfeited deposits for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2008 compared to $7.2 million and $17.6 million for the same periods in 2007. The significant reduction of towers under construction recognizing revenue during the nine months ended September 30, 2008 as compared to the same period in 2007, and the reversal of revenue due to tower unit defaults contributed to the decline in revenues. One tower was under construction and recognizing revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 compared to 11 towers for the same period last year. During the three months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded 26 defaulted contracts that resulted in the reversal of approximately $30.1 million in revenue compared to 89 defaulted contracts and the reversal of $88.9 million in revenue in the same period of 2007. During the nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded 101 defaulted contracts that resulted in the reversal of approximately $114.8 million in revenue compared to 176 defaulted contracts and the reversal of $180.5 million in revenue in the same period of 2007. In addition, during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded 1 and 107 defaulted contracts, respectively related to one of our tower projects in Florida. These defaults did not impact our tower revenue or gross margin since we had previously ceased using percentage-of-completion accounting during the fourth quarter of 2007. The nine months ended September 30, 2008, was affected by the rescission of 24 contracts at The Watermark in connection with the previously disclosed agreement with the State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. The impact was a reversal of approximately $27.0 million of revenue and $4.2 million of gross margin, plus the return of approximately $5.2 million in deposits. During the three months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded revenue of approximately $36.2 million in connection with the closing of 40 units from our inventory of completed and unsold tower units. During the nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded revenue of approximately $143.6 million in connection with the closing of 167 units from our inventory of completed and unsold tower units.

For the three months ended September 30, 2008, tower gross margin was impacted by $259.7 million of land option abandonment charges and asset impairment losses. In addition, for the three months ended September 30, 2008, gross margin was negatively impacted by approximately $3.7 million in costs associated with the hotel operations of our tower segment.

All towers under construction were completed at June 30, 2008. For the quarter ended September 30, 2007, tower gross margin was impacted by several changes in estimated revenues and costs, including (1) a $23.7 million increase to the contracts receivable default reserve that was required to absorb the effect of the 89 defaulted contracts and to update the balance of the reserve to reflect expected future defaults, (2) a $1.5 million increase in interest costs associated with increased tower construction cycle times, (3) a $413,000 increase in insurance costs, (4) a $11.0 million increase in tower construction costs, incentives and sales discounts and other costs and, (5) impairment losses of approximately $31.1 million related to certain completed tower units. The changes in estimates of tower construction costs are accounted for on a cumulative basis in the period that the change occurs. 

The following table presents tower homebuilding impairment and land option abandonment charges by geographic location:

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
   For the nine months
ended September 30,

Inventory valuation adjustments

   2008    2007    2008    2007

Tower homebuilding:

           

Florida

   $ 198,280    $ 31,062    $ 202,549    $ 49,560

Northeast

     38,111      —        48,629      —  

Mid-Atlantic

     17,247      —        17,247      —  
                           

Total

   $ 253,638    $ 31,062    $ 268,425    $ 49,560
                           

 

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     For the three months
ended September 30,
   For the nine months
ended September 30,

Deposits and other related costs

   2008    2007    2008     2007

Tower homebuilding:

          

Florida

     —        —      $ (87 )     —  

Northeast

     6,056      —        13,175       —  

Mid-Atlantic

     —        —        —         —  
                            

Total

   $ 6,056    $ —      $ 13,088     $ —  
                            

For the three months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded 36 gross new orders with a contract value of approximately $32.0 million offset by defaults and cancellations of 30 contracts with a contract value of approximately $34.1 million. Included in the 30 cancellations and defaults was 1 default, with a contract value of approximately $1.4 million, related to one of our tower projects in Florida. For the quarter ended September 30, 2007, we recorded 8 gross new orders with a contract value of approximately $9.4 million offset by defaults and cancellations of 89 contracts with a contract value of approximately $88.9 million. For the nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded 220 gross new orders with a contract value of approximately $188.0 million offset by the defaults and cancellations of 264 contracts with a contract value of approximately $307.4 million. Included in the 264 cancellations and defaults were 107 defaults, with contract values of approximately $132.7 million, related to one of our tower projects in Florida. For the nine months ended September 30, 2007, we recorded 31 gross new orders with a contract value of approximately $43.7 million offset by defaults and cancellations of 176 contracts with a contract value of approximately $180.5 million.

Real estate services

 

     For the three months
ended September 30,
    For the nine months
ended September 30,
 

(Dollars in thousands)

   2008     2007     2008     2007  

Revenues

   $ 19,237     $ 20,808     $ 58,740     $ 73,808  

Gross margin

     541       194       2,111       4,768  

Gross margin percentage

     2.8 %     0.9 %     3.6 %     6.5 %

Real estate services revenues for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, including real estate brokerage and title operations, decreased 7.6% and 20.4%, respectively.

During the three months ended September 30, 2008, Prudential Florida WCI Realty brokerage transaction volume increased 17.1% to 1790 closings from 1529 closings in the third quarter of 2007 and increased 2.1% to 5096 closings from 4993 closings for the nine month period ended September 30, 2008. The increase in gross margin percentage for the three months ended September 30, 2008, was primarily due to the reduced overhead contributed by the title operations. The decrease in gross margin percentage for the nine months ended September 30, 2008 was primarily due to the decrease in revenue without a proportional decease in fixed overhead cost associated with Prudential Florida WCI Realty partially offset by the reduced overhead contributed by the title operations.

 

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Other revenues and cost and sales

Amenity membership and operations

 

     For three months ended
September 30,
    For nine months ended
September 30,
 

(Dollars in thousands)

   2008     2007     2008     2007  

Revenues

   $ 13,315     $ 17,459     $ 54,377     $ 58,477  

Gross margin

     (11,214 )     (1,636 )     (9,161 )     (1,370 )

Gross margin percentage

     (84.2 %)     (9.4 %)     (16.8 %)     (2.3 %)

Total amenity membership and operations revenue decreased 23.7% and 7.0% for the three and nine moths ended September 30, 2008. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded $10.2 million of impairment losses related to our investments in equity club memberships. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2007, the company recognized $2.1 million of previously deferred revenue related to slip sales at one of our marinas in Florida. In April 2007, we sold a non-golf recreational facility for $47.5 million (excluding closing costs) and recorded a pre-tax gain of approximately $20.1 million. The gain from the sale and the operations has been reflected as discontinued operations in the statements of income. Amenity gross margins continue to be adversely affected by deficits associated with new amenity operations and slow absorption of membership sales.

Land sales

 

     For three months ended
September 30,
    For nine months ended
September 30,
 

(Dollars in thousands)

   2008     2007     2008     2007  

Revenues

   $ 38     $ 5,337     $ 79,458     $ 17,934  

Gross margin

     (8,837 )     4,661       (2,814 )     10,528  

Gross margin percentage

     NM       87.3 %     (3.5 %)     58.7 %

NM- Data not meaningful

We had no land sales for the three months ended September 30, 2008. In May 2008, we sold a residential project that resulted in revenue of approximately $79.4 million with gross margin of $6.1. For the nine months ended September 30, 2007 we sold 8 commercial parcels for $17.9 million in revenue with a gross margin of 58.7%. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded $8.8 million of impairment losses on certain land parcels. Land sales are ancillary to our overall operations and are expected to continue in the future, but may significantly fluctuate.

Other Revenues and Costs of Sales

Other revenues and cost of sales includes our property management operations which are an ancillary business primarily providing management services to our communities and other miscellaneous revenues and costs.

 

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Other income and expense

 

     For three months
ended September 30,
   For nine months
ended September 30,
 

(Dollars in thousands)

   2008     2007    2008     2007  

Equity in losses (earnings) from joint ventures

   $ (59 )   $ 52    $ (160 )   $ (443 )

Other expense (income)

     18,902       3,778      19,258       (2,467 )

Impairment of investment in joint ventures

     4,470       —        4,470       —    

Impairment of property and equipment

     32,331       —        32,331       —    

Restructuring costs

     17,772       —        17,772       —    

Selling, general and administrative expense, including real estate taxes

     26,611       44,598      101,851       141,338  

Interest expense, net

     26,867       22,365      89,031       57,000  

Other expense (income) for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 includes interest income on mortgage notes, customer deposits and other non-operating fee income and expenses, respectively.

Included in other expense (income) for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 is approximately $14.2 million of expense related to the write-off of minority interest losses related to a consolidated joint venture in which the company is funding 100% of the operations. Also included in other expense is $4.5 million for the write-off of capitalized costs related to our unsuccessful debt restructuring efforts prior to our filing petitions for reorganization relief.

During 2007, we removed the cash flow hedge designation related to an interest rate swap agreement as the result of our bank facility modifications and we are no longer applying hedge accounting. The non-cash mark-to-market resulted in a $338,000 loss for the three months ended September 30, 2008 and a $929,000 loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2008. The losses are included in other expense (income). In addition, due to our filing of petitions under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code, the interest rate swap agreement was terminated by the counterparty and the fair value on the termination date became due and payable as a secured obligation to the counterparty. We incurred $17.8 million of restructuring costs for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 associated with our reorganization under Chapter 11.

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, we recorded $32.3 million of asset impairment losses related to certain recreational amenities owned and operated by us and classified as property and equipment.

Selling, general and administrative expenses, (SG&A) including real estate taxes, decreased 40.3% to $26.6 million and 27.9% to $101.9 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, respectively. General and administrative costs decreased 67.2% and 41.0% for the respective periods due to cost reductions in salaries and benefits as compared to the same periods in 2007, and the non-recurring costs incurred in 2007 related to our engagement of Goldman, Sachs & Co. as our financial advisor to assist us in a thorough review of the Company’s business plans, capital structure and growth prospects, with the objective of enhancing the Company’s value for all of our shareholders. Sales and marketing expenditures decreased 37.4% and 28.8% during the three and nine month period ended September 30, 2008, respectively, primarily due to the reduction in advertising expenditures and sales office overhead reductions.

Interest incurred decreased 32.6% and 11.9% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Interest capitalized decreased 94.1% and 77.1% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008, respectively, primarily due to the decrease in real estate inventories under development in each period. As of the filing of the petitions for reorganization, we discontinued accruing interest on pre-petition unsecured debt obligations. Contractual interest for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 equaled $34.6 million and $104.0 million, respectively.

 

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Liquidity and Capital Resources

The matters described herein, to the extent that they relate to future events or expectations, may be significantly affected by our Chapter 11 proceedings. Those proceedings will involve, or may result in, various restrictions on our activities, limitations on financing, the need to obtain Bankruptcy Court and Creditors’ Committee approval for various matters and uncertainty as to relationships with vendors, suppliers, customers and others whom we may conduct or seek to conduct business.

Significant Liquidity Events

The filing of the Chapter 11 petitions triggered repayment obligations under a number of our debt instruments and agreements. As a result, all of our debt obligations became immediately payable. We believe that any efforts to enforce the payment obligations are stayed as a result of the Chapter 11 filings.

Debtor-in-Possession Financing

On September 24, 2008, pursuant to authorization from the Delaware Bankruptcy Court, the Company entered into a $150 million Debtor-In-Possession Credit Agreement (the “DIP Agreement”) with a syndicate of lenders, some of which were lenders under the Company’s pre-petition secured debt facilities, led by Wachovia Bank, National Association, acting as administrative agent, and Bank of America, N.A. acting as collateral agent. The Court also granted the Company final authority to continue using its on-hand cash collateral during the Chapter 11 case. The DIP Credit Agreement includes an $80 million term loan and a $70 million revolving credit facility (collectively, the “DIP Loans”). The $80 million term loan was a required borrowing on the closing date, approximately $50 million of which was used to repay the outstanding balance under the Company’s Third Consolidated, Amended and Restated Revolving Credit Construction Loan Agreement, dated as of September 22, 2005 (the “Pre-Petition Tower Facility”) with the remainder to be used for general corporate purposes. Availability of funds under the revolving credit facility is subject to a limitation on the amount of cash and cash equivalents held by the Company. The Company may also request the issuance of up to $25 million in letters of credit. As part of the order, the Company granted the prepetition agents and the lenders various forms of protection, including liens and administrative claims to protect against the diminution of the collateral value to the extent provided in the final order approving the DIP Agreement. The DIP Agreement initially matures on September 24, 2009, subject to a six-month extension period. Borrowings under the DIP Agreement bear interest at the Eurodollar Rate plus 6.0% or an index base rate plus 5.0%.

The Company’s obligations under the DIP Agreement are guaranteed by substantially all of our subsidiaries (the “Guarantors”). The Company is required to make certain mandatory repayments under the DIP Agreement in the event it sells certain assets, including bulk unit sales, subject to certain exceptions. Certain mandatory repayments may permanently reduce the original borrowing capacity, as further defined in the DIP Agreement.

The DIP Agreement and the related guarantees are secured by first priority liens on substantially all of the Company’s and the Guarantors’ assets. The DIP Agreement includes certain covenants that impose substantial restrictions on the Company’s and the Guarantors’ financial and business operations, including the ability to, among other things, incur or secure other debt, make investments, sell assets and pay dividends or repurchase stock. In addition, the Company is required to maintain an Appraised Value Ratio, as defined, of not less than 1.26 to 1.0, and to meet certain monthly cash flow variance tests. At December 31, 2008, we were in compliance with these covenants.

 

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Sources and Uses of Cash

Cash and cash equivalents totaled $107.3 million at September 30, 2008 and $188.8 million at December 31, 2007. Restricted cash totaled $17.7 million at September 30, 2008 and $20.3 million at December 31, 2007.

Cash provided by operating activities

For the nine months ended September 30, 2008, cash provided by operating activities totaled $245.0 million, which includes the following significant items:

 

   

A net loss of $761.2 million, which includes asset impairment losses and land acquisition termination costs of $548.5 million.

 

   

A decrease in contracts receivable of $348.0 million due to cash collections, combined with contract defaults and cancellations.

 

   

A decrease of $169.7 million in real estate inventories primarily due to closings of homes and land parcels.

 

   

A $62.3 million income tax refund.

Cash used in investing activities

For the nine months ended September 30, 2008, cash used in investing activities totaled $2.6 million, which was comprised of a net $2.5 million increase in property and equipment.

Cash used in financing activities

For the nine months ended September 30, 2008, cash used in financing activities totaled $324.0 million and includes the following significant items:

 

   

Combined net repayments of $383.1 million on our revolving credit facility, term note, and other mortgages and notes payable.

 

   

During the September 2008 quarter and in conjunction with our Chapter 11 filing, we obtained Debtor-in-Possession financing including proceeds of approximately $80 million from the Term Loan portion.

The Company has been experiencing a reduction in availability and in some cases cancellation of surety bond capacity. In addition to increasing cost of surety bond premiums there may be some cases where we may have to obtain a letter of credit or some other type of collateral to secure necessary surety bonds or, if unable to secure such bonds, may elect to post alternative forms of collateral with government entities or escrow agents.

OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS

We selectively enter into business relationships in the form of partnerships and joint ventures with unrelated parties. These partnerships and joint ventures are utilized to acquire, develop, market and operate homebuilding, amenities and real estate projects. In connection with the operation of these partnerships and joint ventures, the partners may agree to make additional cash contributions to the partnerships pursuant to the partnership agreements. We believe that future contributions, if required, will not have a significant impact on our liquidity or financial position. If we fail to make required contributions, we may lose some or all of our interest in such partnerships or joint ventures. At September 30, 2008, one of our unconsolidated joint ventures had obtained third party financing of $20.5 million, of which $9.1 million is outstanding. Under the terms of the agreement, we provide a joint and several guarantee up to 60% of the principal amount outstanding. Although the majority of our unconsolidated partnership and joint ventures do not have outstanding debt, the partners may agree to incur debt to fund partnership and joint venture operations in the future.

 

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In the normal course of business, we enter into contractual arrangements to acquire developed and undeveloped land parcels and lots. As of September 30, 2008, we currently have no remaining active land or lot option purchase contracts.

Standby letters of credit and performance bonds, issued by third party entities, are used to guarantee our performance under various contracts, principally in connection with the development of our projects and land purchase obligations. At September 30, 2008, we had approximately $37.1 million in letters of credit outstanding. Performance bonds do not have stated expiration dates; rather, we are released from the bonds as the contractual performance is completed. These bonds, which approximated $83.9 million at September 30, 2008, are typically outstanding over a period of approximately one to five years. Our estimated exposure on the outstanding surety bonds are approximately $50.1 million based on development remaining to be completed.

INFLATION

The homebuilding industry is affected by inflation as it relates to the cost to acquire land, land improvements, homebuilding raw materials and subcontractor labor. We compete with other builders and real estate developers for raw materials and labor. On certain occasions we have experienced vendors limiting the supply of raw materials which slows the land, home and tower development process and requires us to obtain raw materials from other vendors, typically at higher prices. Unless these increased costs are recovered through higher sales prices, our gross margins would be impacted. Because the sales prices of our homes in backlog are fixed at the time a buyer enters into a contract to acquire a home, any inflation in the costs of raw materials and labor costs greater than those anticipated may result in lower gross margins.

In general, if interest rates increase, construction and financing costs could increase, which would result in lower future gross margins. Increases in home mortgage interest rates may make it more difficult for our customers to qualify for home mortgage loans, potentially decreasing home sales revenue.

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The Company’s critical accounting policies are those related to (1) revenue recognition related to traditional and tower homebuilding and amenity membership and operations; (2) contracts receivable; (3) real estate inventories and cost of sales; (4) share-based compensation expense (5) warranty costs; (6) capitalized interest and real estate taxes; (7) community development district obligations; (8) impairment of long-lived assets; (9) goodwill; (10) litigation; and (11) deferred income taxes.

We believe that there have been no significant changes to our critical accounting policies during the nine months ended September 30, 2008, other than for impairments as updated below, as compared to those fully described in the notes to the consolidated financial statements in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007.

Impairment of long-lived assets held for use. Inventory considered held for use is stated at the lower of cost or fair value in accordance with SFAS 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long Lived Assets” (SFAS No. 144). We record valuation adjustments on land inventory and related communities under development (including tower projects), and amenities considered held and used (classified as property, plant and equipment), when the carrying amount exceeds its fair value. An impairment loss shall be recognized only if the carrying amount of the asset is not recoverable and exceeds its fair value. The carrying amount is not recoverable if it exceeds the sum of the undiscounted cash flows expected to result from the use and eventual disposition of the asset. An impairment loss shall be measured as the amount by which the carrying amount exceeds its fair value.

 

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Current or Future Communities, including land under contract. When the profitability of a current community deteriorates, the sales pace significantly declines or some other factor indicates a possible impairment in the recoverability of the asset, the asset is reviewed for impairment by comparing the estimated future undiscounted cash flow for the community to its carrying value. If the estimated future undiscounted cash flow is less than the asset’s carrying value, the asset is written down to its estimated current fair value. Such indicators include gross margin or sales pace significantly below expectations, construction costs or land development costs significantly in excess of budgeted amounts, significant delays or changes in the planned development for the community, and other known qualitative factors. We also consider potential changes to the product offerings in a community, including changes to the community amenities, and any alternative strategies for the land, such as the sale of the land either in whole or in parcels or lots. We determine estimated current fair value primarily by discounting the estimated future cash flow related to the asset. In estimating the cash flow for a community, we use various estimates such as (a) the expected annual sales pace to absorb the planned number of units based upon economic conditions that may have either a short-term or long-term impact on the market in which the community is located, competition within the market, and historical sales rates of the community or similar communities owned by us or historical sales rates of similar product offerings in the market; (b) the expected net sales prices in the short-term based upon current pricing estimates, as well as estimated increases in future sales prices based upon historical sales prices in the community or in similar communities owned by us or historical sales prices of similar product offerings in the market; (c) the expected costs to be expended in the future, including, but not limited to, land and land development, home construction, construction overhead, sales and marketing, real estate taxes, community association costs, and interest costs expected to be capitalized. In certain circumstances we utilize third party appraisals to assist us in determining estimated fair values. We evaluate land held for future communities, whether owned or under contract, to determine whether or not we expect to proceed with the development of the land as originally contemplated. The evaluation involves the same types of estimates described above as well as an evaluation of the regulatory environment in which the land is located and the estimated costs and probability of obtaining the necessary approvals. Based upon this review, we decide (a) as to land under contract to be purchased, whether the contract will likely be terminated or renegotiated, and (b) as to land we own, whether the land will likely be developed as previously planned or in an alternative manner, or should be sold. We then further determine whether costs that have been capitalized are recoverable or should be written off.

Our determination of fair value requires discounting the estimated cash flows at a rate commensurate with the inherent risks associated with the assets and related estimated cash flows. The discount rate used in determining each community’s fair value depends on the stage of development, location and other specific factors that increase or decrease the risks associated with the estimated cash flows. The discount rates that we used during the periods in 2006-2007 in the determination of fair values ranged from 12%-18%. The discount rates that we used during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 in the determination of fair values ranged from 20%-22%.

 

   

Property and Equipment. Included in our property and equipment are recreational amenity assets that are considered held and used. With respect to these assets, if events or changes in circumstances, such as a significant decline in membership or membership pricing, significant increases in operating costs, or changes in use, indicate that the carrying value may be impaired, an impairment analysis is performed. Our analysis consists of determining whether the asset’s carrying amount will be recovered from its undiscounted estimated future operating cash flows, including estimated residual cash flows, such as the sale of the asset. These cash flows are estimated based on various assumptions that are subject to economic and market uncertainties including, among others, demand for golf and marina club memberships, competition within the market, changes in membership pricing and costs to operate each property. If the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the sum of its undiscounted future operating and residual cash flows, an impairment loss is recorded for the difference between estimated fair value of the asset and the net carrying amount. We estimate the fair value by using discounted cash flow analysis using concepts similar to the ones discussed above. In certain circumstances we utilize third party appraisals to assist us in determining estimated fair values.

 

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Impairment of long-lived assets to be disposed of. Inventory considered held for sale is stated at the lower of cost or fair value, less costs to sell in accordance with SFAS 144. We record valuation adjustments on completed inventories of tower units and traditional homes, and investments in amenities when the cost exceeds fair value, less costs to sell. Our estimated selling costs are based on recent experience, which ranges from 5%-7% of sales prices and includes selling commissions, sales, marketing and closing costs.

Completed Inventory. When the profitability of our completed traditional homes and tower units deteriorates, the sales pace significantly declines or some other factor indicates a possible impairment in the recoverability of the assets, we further estimate the assets’ fair values. Such assets are considered held for sale and the assets’ fair values are determined primarily by discounting the estimated future cash flows related to the asset. In estimating the cash flows for completed homes and tower units, we use various estimates such as (a) expected sales pace to absorb the number of units based upon economic conditions that may have either a short-term or long-term impact on the market in which the units are located, competition within the market, historical sales rates of the units within the specific community or the estimated impact of our pricing reductions and sales incentives; and (b) expected net sales prices in the near-term based upon current pricing estimates, as well as estimated increases in future sales prices based upon historical sales prices of the units within the specific community or in similar communities owned by us or historical sales prices of similar product offerings in the market. Our determination of fair value requires discounting the estimated cash flows at a rate commensurate with the inherent risks associated with selling the assets and related estimated cash flows. The discount rates that we used during the periods in 2006-2007 in the determination of fair values ranged from 8%-12%. The discount rates that we used during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 in the determination of fair values ranged from 15%-18%.

Investments in Amenities. When the underlying recreational amenity is substantially complete and available for its intended use, we consider the asset held for sale. When the profitability of our equity club membership sales deteriorates, the sales pace significantly declines or some other factor indicates a possible impairment in the recoverability of the recreational amenity assets, the assets’ fair values are determined primarily by discounting the estimated future cash flows specifically related to membership sales and asset development expenditures. In estimating the cash flows, we use various estimates such as (a) sales pace to absorb the number of memberships based upon economic conditions that may have either a short-term or long-term impact on the market in which the assets are located, competition within the market, historical sales rates of the memberships for the specific amenity or the estimated impact of our pricing reductions and sales incentives; (b) net sales prices in the near-term based upon current pricing estimates, as well as estimated changes in future sales prices based upon historical sales prices of the memberships for the specific recreational amenity or in similar recreational amenities owned by us or historical sales prices of similar membership offerings in the market. Our determination of fair value requires discounting the estimated cash flows at a rate commensurate with the inherent risks associated with selling the memberships and related estimated cash flows. The discount rates that we used during the periods 2006-2007 in the determination of fair values ranged from 10%-14%. The discount rates that we used during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008 in the determination of fair values ranged from 15%-18%.

Due to uncertainties used in the estimation process, the significant volatility in demand for new housing and luxury golf and marina memberships, and the long life cycles of many of our communities, actual results could significantly differ from our estimates.

 

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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

 

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Investors are cautioned that certain statements contained in this document, as well as some statements by the Company in periodic press releases and some oral statements by Company officials to securities analysts and stockholders during presentations about the Company are “forward-looking statements,” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements which are predictive in nature, which depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, or which include words such as “expects”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “plans”, “believes”, “estimates”, “hopes”, and similar expressions constitute forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements concerning future financial performance (including future revenues, earnings, cash flows or growth rates), ongoing business strategies or prospects, and possible future Company actions, which may be provided by management, are also forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and beliefs concerning future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties about the Company, economic and market factors and the homebuilding industry, among other things. These statements are not guaranties of future performance. These risks and uncertainties include the Company’s ability to compete in real estate markets where we conduct business; the availability and cost of land in desirable areas in our geographic markets and our ability to expand successfully into those areas; the Company’s ability to obtain necessary permits and approvals for the development of its lands; the availability of capital to the Company and our ability to effect growth strategies successfully; the Company’s ability to pay principal and interest on its current and future debts; the Company’s ability to maintain or increase historical revenues and profit margins; the Company’s ability to collect contracts receivable and close homes in backlog, particularly related to buyers purchasing homes as investments; availability of labor and materials and material increases in labor and material costs; increases in interest rates and availability of mortgage financing; increases in construction and homeowner insurance and the availability of insurance; the level of consumer confidence; the negative impact of claims for contract rescission or cancellation by unit purchasers due to various factors including the increase in the cost of condominium insurance; adverse legislation or regulations; unanticipated litigation or adverse legal proceedings; changes in generally accepted accounting principles; natural disasters; and changes in general economic, real estate and business conditions. If one or more of the assumptions underlying our forward-looking statements proves incorrect, then the Company’s actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this report. Therefore, we caution you not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements.

All forward-looking statements attributable to us or any persons acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these cautionary statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements in this Report or elsewhere as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

 

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ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

We utilize fixed and variable rate debt. Changes in interest rates on fixed rate debt generally affect the fair market value of the instrument, but not our earnings or cash flow. Changes in interest rates on variable rate debt generally do not impact the fair market value of the instrument but does affect our earnings and cash flow. We are exposed to market risk primarily due to fluctuations in interest rates on our variable rate debt. Effective December 23, 2005 we hedged a portion of our exposure to changes in interest rates by entering into an interest swap agreement to lock in a fixed interest rate. The swap agreement effectively fixed the variable rate cash flows on our $300.0 million of variable rate senior term note and expires December 2010. On August 17, 2007, we amended the senior term note agreement, which required us to reduce the balance to $262.5 million and increased the interest rate. As a result, the underlying terms of the interest swap agreement no longer effectively matched the terms of the senior term note and we removed the designation of the swap agreement as a cash flow hedge. Subsequent changes in the fair value of the swap agreement are reflected in other income and expense in the consolidated statements of income. Due to our filing of petitions under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code, the interest rate swap agreement was terminated by the counterparty and the fair value on the termination date became due and payable as a secured obligation to the counterparty. At September 30, 2008, the fair value of the swap agreement of ($10.6) million is reflected in other liabilities in the consolidated balance sheet.

Our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 contains information about market risks under “Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure about Market Risk.”

The Chapter 11 petitions triggered repayment obligations under a number of our debt instruments and agreements. As a result, all of our pre-petition debt obligations became immediately payable and have been reflected as such in the following table. We believe any efforts to enforce the payment obligations are stayed as a result of the Chapter 11 filings. Due to the filing of Chapter 11 petitions, we are unable to obtain or estimate a reasonable fair market value of our debt obligations (dollars in millions).

 

     2008    2009    2010    2011    2011    Thereafter    FMV at
9/30/08

Debt:

                    

Fixed rate (4%)

   $ 125.0                  

Fixed rate (9.1%)

   $ 200.0                  

Fixed rate (7.9%)

   $ 125.0                  

Fixed rate (6.6%)

   $ 200.0                  

Fixed rate (7.25%)

   $ 100.0                  

Fixed rate (7.5%)

   $ 65.0                  

Fixed rate (7%)

   $ 1.8                  

Variable rate Credit Facility ( 9.2% at 9-30-08)

   $ 498.9                  

Variable rate Senior Term Note (9.2% at 9-30-08)

   $ 224.8                  

Variable rate Debtor-in Possession Term Note (10% at 9-30-08)

   $ —      $ 80.0               

 

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ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

The Company maintains disclosure controls and procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the Company’s report under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures. Any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives. The Company’s management, with the participation of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures as of September 30, 2008. Based on such evaluation, such officers have concluded that, as of September 30, 2008, our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective solely due to our failure to file our Form 10-Q on a timely basis. This failure was the result of our Chapter 11 bankruptcy process and our reorganization plans which have required substantial effort from our limited finance, accounting and management personnel. We continue to apply controls and procedures consistent with prior periods. The certifications of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer attached as Exhibits 31(a) and 31(b) to this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q include, in paragraph 4 of such certifications, information concerning the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting. Such certifications should be read in conjunction with the information contained in this Item 4 for a more complete understanding of the matters covered by such certifications.

During the three months ended September 30, 2008, we made the following change in our internal control over financial reporting that has materially affected or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting:

 

   

Our Chapter 11 proceedings have had a significant impact on our business processes and internal control over financial reporting related to the proper separation and payment of pre-petition and post-petition obligations and the preparation of unaudited consolidated financial statements reflecting the accounting required for the restructuring activities and reorganization expenses resulting from the Chapter 11 proceedings. Management continues to take actions necessary to address the resources, processes and controls related to these restructuring activities, while maintaining controls over routine daily operations.

 

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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

 

Item 1. Legal Proceedings

The Company and certain of its subsidiaries have been named as defendants in various claims, complaints and other legal actions arising in the normal course of business. In addition, the Company has experienced a significant increase in the number of rescission claims and legal actions brought by resident contract purchasers alleging that various factors give them rescission rights under the Interstate Land Sales Act and other federal and state laws. Although the Company intends to vigorously contest these claims, there can be no assurance that the Company will prevail in each claim. In the opinion of management, the outcome of all these matters will not have a material adverse effect on the financial condition or results of operations of the Company, but it is possible that the Company’s performance may be affected by either changes in the Company’s estimates and assumptions related to these proceedings, or due to the ultimate outcome of the litigation, claim or proceeding.

The Company believes that drywall manufactured in China was installed in certain portions of some homes that were built and sold by the Company prior to the commencement of the Chapter 11 cases. The Company is aware of and has reviewed reports alleging that some Chinese drywall products may emit an odor and/or correlate with certain other issues. The Company has not formed a view regarding the validity of all of these reports. The Company cannot determine with certainty the number of homes that may have Chinese drywall, the content of any such drywall, or the Chinese drywall concentration in the homes where the product was installed, since the source of the drywall varied and its use by the Company was intermittent.

As a consequence of the Company’s Chapter 11 filing on August 4, 2008, the Company believes that any issues or claims that may relate to Chinese drywall constitute pre-petition claims that are subject to treatment and discharge in the Company’s Chapter 11 plan. Nevertheless, the Company is currently addressing a handful of active claims that it believes are covered by the Company’s homeowner warranty program. In addition, the Company has established an $11 million reserve for homes with one or more air conditioning coil replacements, which may or may not be related to the Chinese drywall.

The Company is also seeking Court permission to implement an alternate dispute resolution procedure to liquidate certain pre-petition claims, including any claims relating to Chinese drywall and to permit recovery from responsible third parties. Based on information currently available to the Company, we do not believe these claims will have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or resulting operations. The bar date for filing such claims with the Bankruptcy Court is February 2, 2009.

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors

The information presented below updates, and should be read in conjunction with, the risk factors and other information disclosed in our 2007 Form 10-K.

Risk Factors Specifically Related to our Current Reorganization Cases Under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.

Our cash collateral order includes operating budgets and financial covenants that limit our operating flexibility.

The cash collateral order requires us to maintain certain financial budgets and covenants that, among other things, restrict our ability to take specific actions, even if we believe such actions are in our best interest. These include, among other things, restrictions on our ability to:

 

   

incur indebtedness;

 

   

incur liens and enter sale/leaseback transactions except for model homes subject to certain limitations;

 

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make or own investments;

 

   

enter into transactions with affiliates;

 

   

engage in new lines of business;

 

   

consolidate, merge, and sell all or substantially all of our assets;

 

   

issue guarantees of debt;

 

   

agree to amendment or modification to our organizational documents;

 

   

incur or create claims; and

 

   

make additional payments on pre-petition indebtedness.

Subject to the provisions of the cash collateral order, we are authorized to use the cash collateral in a manner that is not materially inconsistent with the budgets. Modifications to the budgets may be made subject to approval.

We May Not Succeed In Our Attempts To Improve Our Cost Structure.

We may have difficulty in generating cost savings and operational improvements in the future and in adapting our cost structure, adequately to adjust for significant changes in home sales, and to offset price reductions and increases in raw material or labor costs. Price reductions are often required pursuant to remain competitive with our peers and are sometimes necessary to win additional business. In addition, our cost structure may be adversely affected by changes in the laws, regulations, policies or other activities of governments, agencies and similar organizations where such actions may affect the development of residential communities, the cost thereof or applicable tax rates, or affect the cost of legal and regulatory compliance or the cost of financing.

We May Suffer Future Asset Impairment And Other Restructuring Charges, Including Write Downs of Goodwill Or Assets.

From time to time in the past, we have recorded asset impairment losses related to specific residential communities. Generally, we record asset impairment losses when we determine that our estimates of the future undiscounted cash flows from an operation will not be sufficient to recover the carrying value of that asset. During 2007 and 2008, we recorded substantial long-lived asset impairment losses. In light of the shifting nature of the competitive environment in which we operate, it is possible that we will incur similar losses and charges in the future, and those losses and charges may be significant.

The Cyclical Nature Of Home Sales And Construction Can Adversely Affect Our Business.

Our business is directly related to homes construction and sales. Home sales and construction are highly cyclical and depend on general economic conditions and other factors, including consumer spending and preferences as well as changes in interest rate levels and consumer confidence. The current economic decline has resulted in a reduction in home sales which will continue to have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.

If We Are Unable To Successfully Reorganize Our Capital Structure And Operations And Implement Our

Reorganization Plan Through the Chapter 11 Process, The Debtors May Be Required To Liquidate Their Assets.

Commencing August 4, 2008, the Company and certain of our subsidiaries filed voluntary petitions for reorganization relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. At that time, risks that the Company faced related to the Chapter II filings included, but were not limited to, the following:

 

   

The prospect that the Chapter 11 cases might adversely affect our business prospects and/or our ability to operate during the reorganization cases.

 

   

We might have had difficulty continuing to obtain and maintain contracts necessary to continue our operations at affordable rates with competitive terms.

 

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We might have had difficulty maintaining existing customer relationships.

 

   

We might not have been able to further diversify our customer base and maintain our customer base in our non-Debtor entities, both during and assuming successful emergence from Chapter 11.

 

   

Because Debtor entity transactions outside the ordinary course of business are subject to the prior approval of the Court, our ability to respond timely to certain events or take advantage of certain opportunities might have been limited.

 

   

The Debtors might not have been able to obtain Court approval or such approval might have been delayed with respect to motions made in the Chapter 11 cases.

 

   

We might have been unable to retain and motivate key executives and associates through the process of reorganization, and we might have had difficulty attracting new employees.

 

   

We might have had difficulty selling non-core assets in a timely manner due to customer concerns.

 

   

There was no assurance as to our ability to maintain sufficient financing sources to fund our reorganization plan and meet future obligations. We might have been unable to operate pursuant to the terms of our DIP Credit Facility, including the financial covenants and restrictions contained therein, or to negotiate and obtain necessary approvals, amendments, waivers, extensions or other types of modifications, and to otherwise fund and execute our business plans during the Chapter 11 cases. Failure to continue to operate pursuant to the terms of the DIP Credit Facility would have materially adversely impacted our business, financial condition and operating results by severely restricting our liquidity.

Even assuming a successful emergence from Chapter 11, there can be no assurance as to the overall long-term viability of our operational reorganization, including our ability to generate sufficient cash to support our operating needs, fulfill our objectives without incurring substantial indebtedness that will hinder our ability to compete, adapt to market changes and grow our business in the future.

In addition, the uncertainty regarding the eventual outcome of our reorganization, and the effect of other unknown adverse factors, could threaten our existence as a going concern. Continuing on a going-concern basis is dependent upon, among other things, implementation of the reorganization plan and the transactions contemplated thereby, maintaining the support of key vendors and customers, and retaining key personnel, along with financial, business, and other factors, many of which are beyond our control.

We May Lose or Fail To Attract and Retain Key Salaried Employees and Management Personnel.

An important aspect of our competitiveness is our ability to attract and retain key salaried employees and management personnel. Our ability to do so is influenced by a variety of factors, including the compensation we award, and could be adversely affected by our recent financial performance.

 

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Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities

As a result of our filing of voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code, we are in default on substantially all of our debt obligations other than our post-petition financing.

 

Item 6. Exhibits

 

  (a) Exhibits

 

  3.1    Form of Second Restated Certificate of Incorporation of WCI Communities, Inc. (1)
  3.2    Form of Third Amended and Restated By-laws of WCI Communities, Inc. (1)
10.1    Debtor-in-Possession Credit Agreement dated as of September 24, 2008 among WCI Communities, Inc. as Borrower, certain direct and indirect subsidiaries of the Borrower as Debtor Guarantors, certain other direct or indirect subsidiaries of the Borrower as Non-Debtor Guarantors and Wachovia Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and lender (*)
31.1    Rule 13a-14(a) certification by David Fry, President and Interim Chief Executive Officer. (*)
31.2    Rule 13a-14(a) certification by Russell Devendorf, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. (*)
32.1    Section 1350 certification by David Fry, President and Interim Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. (*)
32.2    Section 1350 certification by Russell Devendorf, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. (*)

 

* Filed herewith.

 

(1) Incorporated by reference to the exhibits filed with WCI Communities, Inc.’s Form 8-K filed on May 24, 2005 (Commission File No. 1-31255)

 

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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.

 

    WCI COMMUNITIES, INC.
Date:   January 28, 2009     /s/ RUSSELL DEVENDORF
      Russell Devendorf
     

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

 

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