10-Q 1 vms.txt VMS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) [X] QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2003 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 0-14194 VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Illinois 36-3311347 (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer incorporation or organization) Identification No.) 55 Beattie Place, PO Box 1089 Greenville, South Carolina 29602 (Address of principal executive offices) (864) 239-1000 (Issuer's telephone number) Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) 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 X No___ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ___ No X_ PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE COMBINED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands)
June 30, December 31, 2003 2002 (Unaudited) (Note) Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,411 $ 2,809 Receivables and deposits 1,771 1,711 Restricted escrows 828 849 Other assets 773 378 Investment properties: Land 13,404 13,404 Buildings and related personal property 150,706 149,074 164,110 162,478 Less accumulated depreciation (108,909) (105,494) 55,201 56,984 $ 59,984 $ 62,731 Liabilities and Partners' Deficit Liabilities Accounts payable $ 267 $ 340 Tenant security deposit liabilities 896 893 Accrued property taxes 617 603 Other liabilities 714 779 Accrued interest 850 703 Due to affiliate 4,112 3,902 Mortgage notes payable, including $23,169 and $24,687 due to an affiliate at June 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002, respectively 125,753 128,100 Mortgage participation liability 11,124 8,653 Notes payable 42,060 42,060 Deferred gain on extinguishment of debt 42,225 42,225 Partners' Deficit (168,634) (165,527) $ 59,984 $ 62,731 Note: The combined balance sheet at December 31, 2002 has been derived from the audited financial statements at that date but does not include all the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements. See Accompanying Notes to Combined Financial Statements
VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE COMBINED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Unaudited) (in thousands, except per interest data)
Three Months Ended Six Months Ended June 30, June 30, 2003 2002 2003 2002 Revenues: Rental income $ 7,397 $ 7,463 $14,722 $14,819 Other income 567 556 1,131 1,085 Casualty gain 77 208 115 208 Total revenues 8,041 8,227 15,968 16,112 Expenses: Operating 2,380 2,581 5,280 4,977 Property management fee to an affiliate 312 328 635 651 General and administrative 150 137 300 301 Depreciation 1,762 1,711 3,499 3,376 Interest 4,211 4,211 8,334 8,464 Property taxes 513 484 1,027 964 Total expenses 9,328 9,452 19,075 18,733 Net loss $(1,287) $(1,225) $(3,107) $(2,621) Net loss allocated to general partners (2%) $ (26) $ (25) $ (62) $ (52) Net loss allocated to limited partners (98%) (1,261) (1,200) (3,045) (2,569) $(1,287) $(1,225) $(3,107) $(2,621) Net loss per limited partnership interest: Portfolio I (644 interests issued and outstanding) $(1,385) $(1,317) $(3,342) $(2,820) Portfolio II (267 interests issued and outstanding) $(1,382) $(1,317) $(3,345) $(2,820) See Accompanying Notes to Combined Financial Statements
VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE COMBINED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS' DEFICIT (Unaudited) (in thousands)
VMS National Residential Portfolio I Limited Partners General Accumulated Subscription Partners Deficit Notes Total Total Partners' deficit at December 31, 2001 $(3,577) $(109,200) $ (502) $(109,702) $(113,279) Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2002 (37) (1,816) -- (1,816) (1,853) Partners' deficit at June 30, 2002 $(3,614) $(111,016) $ (502) $(111,518) $(115,132) VMS National Residential Portfolio II Limited Partners General Accumulated Subscription Partners Deficit Notes Total Total Partners' deficit at December 31, 2001 $(1,497) $ (45,850) $ (328) $ (46,178) $ (47,675) Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2002 (15) (753) -- (753) (768) Partners' deficit at June 30, 2002 $(1,512) $ (46,603) $ (328) $ (46,931) $ (48,443) Combined total $(5,126) $(157,619) $ (830) $(158,449) $(163,575) See Accompanying Notes to Combined Financial Statements
VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE COMBINED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN PARTNERS' DEFICIT (continued) (Unaudited) (in thousands)
VMS National Residential Portfolio I Limited Partners Limited General Accumulated Subscription Partners' Partners Deficit Notes Total Total Partners' deficit at December 31, 2002 $(3,641) $(112,369) $ (502) $(112,871) $(116,512) Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2003 (44) (2,152) -- (2,152) (2,196) Partners' deficit at June 30, 2003 $(3,685) $(114,521) $ (502) $(115,023) $(118,708) VMS National Residential Portfolio II Limited Partners Limited General Accumulated Subscription Partners' Partners Deficit Notes Total Total Partners' deficit at December 31, 2002 $(1,524) $ (47,163) $ (328) $ (47,491) $ (49,015) Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2003 (18) (893) -- (893) (911) Partners' deficit at June 30, 2003 $(1,542) $ (48,056) $ (328) $ (48,384) $ (49,926) Combined total $(5,227) $(162,577) $ (830) $(163,407) $(168,634) See Accompanying Notes to Combined Financial Statements
VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE COMBINED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited) (in thousands)
Six Months Ended June 30, 2003 2002 Cash flows from operating activities: Net loss $(3,107) $(2,621) Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities: Depreciation 3,499 3,376 Amortization of discounts 2,471 2,221 Casualty gain (115) (208) Change in accounts: Receivables and deposits (75) (207) Other assets (395) (393) Accounts payable (88) (369) Tenant security deposit liabilities 3 (53) Due to affiliate 213 145 Accrued property taxes 14 (51) Accrued interest 544 794 Other liabilities (65) 807 Net cash provided by operating activities 2,899 3,441 Cash flows from investing activities: Property improvements and replacements (1,731) (2,315) Net withdrawals from (deposits to) restricted escrows 21 (5) Net insurance proceeds 160 260 Net cash used in investing activities (1,550) (2,060) Cash flows from financing activities: Payments on mortgage notes payable (2,744) (3,292) Payments on advances from affiliates (3) -- Net cash used in financing activities (2,747) (3,292) Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents (1,398) (1,911) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 2,809 5,048 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 1,411 $ 3,137 Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: Cash paid for interest, including approximately $892 and $796 paid to an affiliate $ 5,176 $ 5,304 Supplemental disclosure of non-cash activity: Accrued interest added to mortgage notes payable $ 397 $ 793 At June 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002 accounts payable and property improvements and replacements were adjusted by approximately $40,000 and $25,000, respectively. Included in property improvements and replacements for the six months ended June 30, 2002 are approximately $843,000 of improvements which were included in accounts payable at December 31, 2001. See Accompanying Notes to Combined Financial Statements
VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE NOTES TO COMBINED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited) Note A - Basis of Presentation The accompanying unaudited combined financial statements of VMS National Properties Joint Venture (the "Venture" or "Registrant") have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements. In the opinion of MAERIL, Inc. ("MAERIL" or the "Managing General Partner"), all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring accruals) considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. Operating results for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2003 are not necessarily indicative of the results which may be expected for the year ending December 31, 2003. For further information, refer to the combined financial statements and footnotes thereto included in the Venture's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2002. The Managing General Partner is a wholly owned subsidiary of Apartment Investment and Management Company ("AIMCO"), a publicly traded real estate investment trust. Note B - Deferred Gain and Notes Payable Deferred Gain on Extinguishment of Debt: When the senior and junior loans refinanced in 1997, the senior loans were recorded at the agreed valuation amount of $110,000,000, which was less than the $152,225,000 face amount of the senior debt. If the Venture defaults on the mortgage notes payable or is unable to pay the outstanding agreed valuation amounts upon maturity, then the note face amounts become due. Accordingly, the Venture deferred recognition of a gain of $42,225,000, which is the difference between the note face amounts and the agreed valuation amounts. Assignment Note: The Venture executed a purchase money subordinated note (the "Assignment Note") payable to the VMS/Stout Venture, an affiliate of the former general partner, in exchange for the assignment by the VMS/Stout Venture of its interest in the contract of sale to the Venture. The Assignment Note is collateralized by the pledge from Portfolio I and Portfolio II of their respective interests in the Venture. In November 1993, VMS Realty Partners assigned its 50% interest in the VMS/Stout Venture to the Partners Liquidating Trust which was established for the benefit of the former creditors of VMS Realty Partners and its affiliates. At June 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002, the remaining $38,810,000 of the Assignment Note is non-interest bearing and is payable only after payment of debt of higher priority, including the senior and junior mortgage notes payable. Pursuant to SOP 90-7, the Assignment Note, the Long-Term Loan Arrangement Fee Note (as defined below) and related accrued interest were adjusted to the present value of amounts to be paid using an estimated current interest rate of 11.5%. Interest expense was being recognized through the amortization of the discount which became fully amortized in January 2000. Long-Term Loan Arrangement Fee Note: The Venture executed an unsecured, nonrecourse promissory note (the "Long-Term Loan Arrangement Fee Note") payable to the VMS/Stout Venture as consideration for arranging long-term financing. The note in the amount of $3,250,000 does not bear interest and is payable only after debt of a higher priority, including senior and junior mortgage loans, have been repaid. Note C - Participating Mortgage Note AIMCO Properties LP, which owns the Managing General Partner and which is a controlled affiliate of AIMCO, purchased (i) the junior debt on November 19, 1999; (ii) a significant interest in the residual value of the properties on November 16, 1999, and (iii) a significant interest in the Bankruptcy Claims (as defined below) effective September 2000. These transactions occurred between AIMCO Properties, LP and an unrelated third party and thus had no effect on the combined financial statements of the Venture. Residual value is defined as the amount remaining from a sale of the Venture's investment properties or refinancing of the mortgages encumbering such investment properties after payment of selling or refinancing costs and repayment of the senior and junior debt, plus accrued interest on each. The agreement states that the Venture will retain an amount equal to $13,500,000 plus accrued interest at 10% compounded monthly (the "Partnership Advance Account") from the proceeds. Interest began accruing on the Partnership Advance Account in 1993 when the bankruptcy plan was finalized. Any proceeds remaining after the Partnership Advance Account is fully funded are split equally (the "50/50 Split") between the Venture and AIMCO Properties, LP. The Venture must repay the Assignment Note, the Long-term Loan Arrangement Fee Note and other pre-petition claims (collectively the "Bankruptcy Claims") which collectively total approximately $42,139,000 from the Partnership Advance Account. Any amounts remaining in the Partnership Advance Account after payment of the Bankruptcy Claims are split 75% to the Venture and 25% to AIMCO Properties, LP. The Venture has recorded the estimated fair value of the participation feature of approximately $11,124,000 as a liability net of a debt discount of approximately $25,394,000. During the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002, the Venture amortized approximately $2,471,000 and $2,221,000, respectively, of the debt discount which is included in interest expense. The Venture previously recognized amortization of approximately $8,653,000 related to the debt discount as of December 31, 2002. The fair value of the participation feature was calculated based upon information currently available to the Managing General Partner and depends largely upon the fair value of the collateral properties. These fair values were determined using the net operating income of the properties capitalized at a rate deemed reasonable for the type of property adjusted for market conditions, the physical condition of the property and other factors. The Managing General Partner evaluates the fair value of the participation feature on an annual basis or as circumstances dictate that it should be analyzed. Note D - Transactions with Affiliated Parties The Venture has no employees and is dependent on the Managing General Partner and its affiliates for the management and administration of all Venture activities. The Revised and Amended Asset Management Agreement provides for (i) certain payments to affiliates for real estate advisory services and asset management of the Venture's retained properties for an annual compensation of $300,000, adjusted annually by the consumer price index and (ii) reimbursement of certain expenses incurred by affiliates on behalf of the Venture up to $100,000 per annum. Asset management fees of approximately $161,000 and $166,000 were paid to affiliates of the Managing General Partner for the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002, respectively. These fees are included in general and administrative expense. Approximately $53,000 of such fees were unpaid at June 30, 2003 and are included in due to affiliates. Affiliates of the Managing General Partner are entitled to receive a percentage of the gross receipts from all of the Venture's properties as compensation for providing property management services. The Venture paid to such affiliates approximately $635,000 and $651,000 for the six month periods ended June 30, 2003 and 2002, respectively. These fees are included in operating expense. Affiliates of the Managing General Partner received reimbursement of accountable administrative expenses amounting to approximately $50,000 for each of the six month periods ended June 30, 2003 and 2002. These expenses are included in general and administrative expense. Approximately $17,000 of such fees were unpaid at June 30, 2003 and are included in due to affiliates. During the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002, the Venture paid fees related to construction management services provided by an affiliate of the Managing General Partner of approximately $31,000 and $160,000, respectively. The construction management service fees are calculated based on a percentage of current additions to investment properties and are included in investment properties. An affiliate of the Managing General Partner received bookkeeping reimbursements in the amount of approximately $62,000 for each of the six month periods ended June 30, 2003 and 2002. These expenses are included in operating expense. At June 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002, the Venture owed loans of approximately $3,606,000 and $3,609,000 to an affiliate of the Managing General Partner plus accrued interest thereon of approximately $436,000 and $293,000, respectively, which are included in due to affiliate on the combined balance sheets. These loans were made in accordance with the Joint Venture Agreement and bear interest at the prime rate plus 3%. The Venture recognized interest expense of approximately $143,000 and $145,000 during the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002, respectively. Prepetition property management fees were approved by the Bankruptcy Court for payment to a former affiliate. This allowed claim may be paid only from available Venture cash. At June 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002, the outstanding balance of $79,000 is included in other liabilities. Certain affiliates of the former general partners and the VMS/Stout Venture may be entitled to receive various fees upon disposition of the properties. These fees will be paid from the disposition proceeds and are subordinated to the distributions required by the bankruptcy plan. There were no property dispositions for which proceeds were received during either of the six month periods ended June 30, 2003 or 2002. The junior debt of approximately $23,169,000 at June 30, 2003 and approximately $24,687,000 at December 31, 2002 is held by an affiliate of the Managing General Partner. The monthly principal and interest payments are based on monthly excess cash flow for each property, as defined in the mortgage agreement. During the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002, the Venture recognized interest expense of approximately $1,287,000 and $1,593,000, respectively. The Venture insures its properties up to certain limits through coverage provided by AIMCO which is generally self-insured for a portion of losses and liabilities related to workers compensation, property casualty and vehicle liability. The Venture insures its properties above the AIMCO limits through insurance policies obtained by AIMCO from insurers unaffiliated with the Managing General Partner. During the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002, the Venture was charged by AIMCO and its affiliates approximately $474,000 and $574,000, respectively, for insurance coverage and fees associated with policy claims administration. Note E - Casualty Gain During the six months ended June 30, 2003 a net casualty gain of approximately $65,000 was recorded at Shadowood Apartments. The casualty gain related to a fire, occurring in September 2002, which caused damage to eight units at the property. The gain was the result of the receipt of insurance proceeds of approximately $78,000 offset by approximately $13,000 of undepreciated property improvements and replacements being written off. During the six months ended June 30, 2003 a net casualty gain of approximately $50,000 was recorded at Pathfinder Village Apartments. The casualty gain related to fire damage occurring in February 2003, which caused damage to five units at the property. The gain was a result of the receipt of insurance proceeds of approximately $82,000 offset by approximately $17,000 of undepreciated property improvements and replacements being written off and approximately $15,000 of emergency repairs made at the property. During the six months ended June 30, 2002, a net casualty gain of approximately $208,000 was recorded at Scotchollow. The casualty gain related to damage caused by a fire at the property's clubhouse in January 2002. The gain was a result of the receipt of insurance proceeds of approximately $260,000 offset by approximately $52,000 of undepreciated fixed assets being written off. Note F - Legal Proceedings The Venture is not aware of any pending or outstanding litigation that is not of a routine nature arising in the ordinary course of business. ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The matters discussed in this report contain certain forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding future financial performance and the effect of government regulations. Actual results may differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements and will be affected by a variety of risks and factors including, without limitation: national and local economic conditions; the terms of governmental regulations that affect the Registrant and interpretations of those regulations; the competitive environment in which the Registrant operates; financing risks, including the risk that cash flows from operations may be insufficient to meet required payments of principal and interest; real estate risks, including variations of real estate values and the general economic climate in local markets and competition for tenants in such markets; litigation, including costs associated with prosecuting and defending claims and any adverse outcomes, and possible environmental liabilities. Readers should carefully review the Registrant's financial statements and the notes thereto, as well as the risk factors described in the documents the Registrant files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Average occupancy rates for the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002, for all of the Venture's properties are as follows: Average Occupancy Property 2003 2002 North Park Apartments Evansville, IN 94% 96% Chapelle Le Grande (1) Merrillville, IN 95% 98% Terrace Gardens (2) Omaha, NE 89% 94% Forest Ridge Apartments (3) Flagstaff, AZ 92% 95% Scotchollow (4) San Mateo, CA 93% 89% Pathfinder Village (4) Fremont, CA 92% 84% Buena Vista Apartments Pasadena, CA 97% 97% Mountain View Apartments (5) San Dimas, CA 94% 97% Crosswood Park (4) Citrus Heights, CA 95% 92% Casa de Monterey Norwalk, CA 97% 97% The Bluffs (6) Milwaukie, OR 91% 95% Watergate Apartments (7) Little Rock, AR 95% 90% Shadowood Apartments Monroe, LA 94% 96% Vista Village Apartments El Paso, TX 98% 97% The Towers of Westchester Park College Park, MD 98% 98% (1) The average occupancy at Chappelle Le Grande decreased due to increased competition in the property's respective local market and a large number of lease terms expiring during the first six months of 2003. The property management has focused on increasing occupancy through tenant retention and more effective lease management techniques which included staggering lease expiration dates. (2) Occupancy at Terrace Gardens decreased due to a weak economy and turnover of management and maintenance personnel at the property. (3) The decrease in occupancy at Forest Ridge Apartments is due to job losses caused by the closure of a major employer in the area and low mortgage rates allowing more tenants to buy homes. (4) Occupancy at Scotchollow, Pathfinder Village and Crosswood Park increased due to incentives such as rent concessions and reduced rental rates implemented to attract tenants. (5) The decrease in occupancy at Mountain View Apartments is due to a weak economy in the property's market area. (6) The decrease in occupancy at The Bluffs is due to a weak economy and significant job losses in its market area. (7) The increase in occupancy at Watergate Apartments is primarily attributable to a stronger market and the implementation of more effective lease management techniques focusing on customer retention. Results of Operations The Venture recorded a net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2003 of approximately $3,107,000 compared to a net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2002 of approximately $2,621,000. For the three months ended June 30, 2003 the Venture recorded a net loss of approximately $1,287,000 as compared to a net loss of approximately $1,225,000 for the corresponding period in 2002. The increase in net loss for the six month period is due to a decrease in total revenues and an increase in total expenses. The increase in net loss for the three month period is due to a decrease in total revenues partially offset by a decrease in total expenses. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2003 as compared to June 30, 2002 the decrease in total revenues is due to a decrease in rental income and a decrease in the casualty gains recognized for the respective periods partially offset by an increase in other income. The decrease in rental income is the result of the various decreases in occupancy at many of the properties more than outweighing the occupancy increases at Scotchollow, Crosswood Park, Watergate Apartments, Vista Village Apartments and Pathfinder Village. Other income increased due primarily to an increase in tenant reimbursements at Scotchollow and increases in tenant reimbursements and lease cancellation fees at Pathfinder Village and Crosswood Park. During the six months ended June 30, 2003 a net casualty gain of approximately $65,000 was recorded at Shadowood Apartments. The casualty gain related to a fire, occurring in September 2002, which caused damage to eight units at the property. The gain was the result of the receipt of insurance proceeds of approximately $78,000 offset by approximately $13,000 of undepreciated property improvements and replacements being written off. During the six months ended June 30, 2003 a net casualty gain of approximately $50,000 was recorded at Pathfinder Village Apartments. The casualty gain related to fire damage occurring in February 2003, which caused damage to five units at the property. The gain was a result of the receipt of insurance proceeds of approximately $82,000 offset by approximately $17,000 of undepreciated property improvements and replacements being written off and approximately $15,000 of emergency repairs made at the property. During the six months ended June 30, 2002, a net casualty gain of approximately $208,000 was recorded at Scotchollow. The casualty gain related to damage caused by a fire at the property's clubhouse in January 2002. The gain was a result of the receipt of insurance proceeds of approximately $260,000 offset by approximately $52,000 of undepreciated fixed assets being written off. Total expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2003 as compared to June 30, 2002 increased due to increases in operating, depreciation and property tax expenses partially offset by a decrease in interest expense. Operating expense increased due to increases in advertising, property, administrative, insurance and maintenance expenses. Advertising expense increased due to increased usage of the internet for advertising purposes. Property expenses increased due to increases in natural gas and other utility costs partially offset by a decrease in maintenance salaries at Scotchollow. Hazard insurance premiums increased at fourteen of the Venture's investment properties. Some of the properties have suffered casualties which have additionally increased their insurance premiums. Maintenance expenses increased due primarily to increases in yard and ground work and interior painting at many of the Venture's investment properties. Depreciation expense increased due to property improvements and replacements placed into service during the past twelve months which are now being depreciated. Property taxes increased as a result of an increase in the tax assessments for North Park Apartments and Chapelle Le Grande. The decrease in interest expense is attributable to a decrease in interest on the senior and junior debt due to principal reduction payments partially offset by an increase in the amortization of the debt discount related to the mortgage participation liability. Total expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2003 as compared to June 30, 2002 decreased due primarily to a decrease in operating expenses partially offset by increases in depreciation and property tax expenses as discussed above. Operating expenses decreased primarily as a result of a decrease in interior painting, cleaning and repairs at Scotchollow and Pathfinder Village now that occupancy levels at the two properties have stabilized and tenant turnover has decreased. General and administrative expense remained relatively constant between the comparable periods. Included in general and administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002 are reimbursements to the Managing General Partner allowed under the Partnership Agreement associated with its management of the Venture. Costs associated with quarterly and annual communications with investors and regulatory agencies and the annual audit required by the Partnership Agreement are also included. As part of the ongoing business plan of the Venture, the Managing General Partner monitors the rental market environment of each of its investment properties to assess the feasibility of increasing rents, maintaining or increasing occupancy levels and protecting the Venture from increases in expenses. As part of this plan, the Managing General Partner attempts to protect the Venture from the burden of inflation-related increases in expenses by increasing rents and maintaining a high overall occupancy level. However, due to changing market conditions, which can result in the use of rental concessions and rental reductions to offset softening market conditions, there is no guarantee that the Managing General Partner will be able to sustain such a plan. Liquidity and Capital Resources At June 30, 2003, the Venture had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $1,411,000 as compared to approximately $3,137,000 at June 30, 2002. Cash and cash equivalents decreased approximately $1,398,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2003, from December 31, 2002. The decrease in cash and cash equivalents is a result of approximately $2,747,000 and $1,550,000 of cash used in financing and investing activities, respectively, which was partially offset by approximately $2,899,000 of cash provided by operating activities. Cash used in financing activities consisted of principal payments on the mortgages encumbering the Venture's investment properties and a payment on advances from affiliates loaned temporarily in December 2002. Cash used in investing activities consisted of property improvements and replacements partially offset by net withdrawals from restricted escrow accounts maintained by the mortgage lender and the receipt of insurance proceeds related to the casualties at Shadowood Apartments and Pathfinder Village. The sufficiency of existing liquid assets to meet future liquidity and capital expenditure requirements is directly related to the level of capital expenditures required at the properties to adequately maintain the physical assets and other operating needs of the Venture and to comply with Federal, state and local legal and regulatory requirements. The Managing General Partner monitors developments in the area of legal and regulatory compliance and is studying new federal laws, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 mandates or suggests additional compliance measures with regard to governance, disclosure, audit and other areas. In light of these changes, the Venture expects that it will incur higher expenses related to compliance, including increased legal and audit fees. Capital improvements planned for each of the Venture's properties are detailed below. The Venture is restricted to annual capital improvements of $300 per unit for all of the properties, which is the limit set by the junior debt for funding of capital improvements. The Venture, the holder of the junior debt encumbering the properties and the servicer of the senior debt encumbering the properties have agreed to a procedure to assess whether or not capital expenditures, in addition to those permitted under the $300 per unit limit, are needed at the properties and the methodology for funding any such capital expenditures. During 1999, the Venture and the holders of the junior and senior debt agreed that additional capital expenditures were required and that these expenditures would be funded out of the cash flows from the properties that otherwise would have been utilized to pay debt service on the junior debt. In November 1999, an agreement was signed relating to the required capital expenditures at Towers of Westchester Park. In July 2000, similar agreements were signed relating to North Park Apartments, Scotchollow, Pathfinder Village, Buena Vista Apartments, Mountain View Apartments, Casa de Monterey and The Bluffs. In August 2000, agreements were signed relating to Shadowood Apartments, Crosswood Park, Vista Village Apartments, Watergate Apartments, Chapelle Le Grande, and Forest Ridge Apartments and in September 2000, an agreement was signed relating to Terrace Gardens. Funds to pay for these expenditures were placed in escrow accounts in prior years and the Venture resumed making monthly payments on the junior debt to the extent of monthly excess cash flow. As of December 31, 2002, reserve balances still existed for Terrace Gardens, The Bluffs, and Watergate Apartments pending completion of the agreed upon work. During the six months ended June 30, 2003, The Bluffs and Watergate Apartments completed all their agreed upon work. North Park Apartments: The Venture completed approximately $47,000 in capital expenditures at North Park Apartments during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements, swimming pool improvements, roof replacements and air conditioning upgrades. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $38,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements and HVAC improvements. Chapelle Le Grande: The Venture completed approximately $13,000 in capital expenditures at Chapelle Le Grande during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements and fire safety improvements. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $19,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements and HVAC improvements. Terrace Gardens: The methodology discussed above for funding the required capital expenditures has been applied to Terrace Gardens. The parties agreed that this property required capital expenditures which have a revised completion date of September 30, 2003 and which are estimated to cost approximately $433,000, of which approximately $340,000 were completed as of June 30, 2003. None of these expenditures were completed during 2003. These costs were funded out of cash flows from the property that otherwise would have been utilized to service the junior debt. The Venture completed approximately $52,000 in capital expenditures at Terrace Gardens during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $20,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements. Forest Ridge Apartments: The Venture completed approximately $132,000 in capital expenditures at Forest Ridge Apartments during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements, plumbing fixture upgrades, heating upgrades and countertop and water heater replacements. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $39,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements, HVAC improvements and sidewalk additions. Scotchollow: The Venture completed approximately $254,000 in capital expenditures at Scotchollow during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of structural improvements, appliance and floor covering replacements and interior decoration. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. An additional $429,000 was spent during the six months ended June 30, 2003 consisting of building additions associated with the fire that occurred in January 2002. The insurance proceeds and asset write-offs related to this fire were recorded during 2002. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $74,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements, HVAC improvements, cabinet upgrades, plumbing fixture upgrades, rebuilding of landings and building renovations to improve the safety of the property. Pathfinder Village: The Venture completed approximately $112,000 in capital expenditures at Pathfinder Village during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements, structural improvements, interior decoration and painting. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow, replacement reserves and insurance proceeds. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $42,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements, lighting upgrades, HVAC improvements and deck replacements. Buena Vista Apartments: The Venture completed approximately $36,000 in capital expenditures at Buena Vista Apartments during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of roof and floor covering replacements and plumbing fixture upgrades. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $104,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of roof and floor covering replacements, office equipment and pool upgrades. Mountain View Apartments: The Venture completed approximately $105,000 in capital expenditures at Mountain View Apartments during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements, and furnishings, water heaters and plumbing fixture upgrades. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $37,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements, plumbing and parking lot upgrades and deck and landing replacements. Crosswood Park: The Venture completed approximately $186,000 in capital expenditures at Crosswood Park during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of structural improvements, air conditioning upgrades, swimming pool improvements, floor covering and appliance replacements and major landscaping. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $171,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements, water heater replacements and staircase, balcony, walkway and structural improvements to improve the safety of the property and its buildings. Casa de Monterey: The Venture completed approximately $58,000 in capital expenditures at Casa de Monterey during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements, plumbing fixture upgrades, HVAC improvements and asphalt resurfacing. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $44,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering replacements, plumbing fixture upgrades, maintenance equipment, HVAC improvements, new signs and exterior painting. The Bluffs: As of June 30, 2003, all capital expenditures required under the agreement signed July 2000 were completed by March 31, 2003 with approximately $20,000 incurred during 2003. These costs were funded out of cash flows from the property that otherwise would have been utilized to service the junior debt. The Venture completed approximately $53,000 in capital expenditures, including the aforementioned capital expenditures, at The Bluffs during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements, structural improvements, ground lighting and asphalt resurfacing. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $29,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements, HVAC improvements, cabinet upgrades, sewer upgrades, storm windows and structural improvements. Watergate Apartments: As of June 30, 2003, all capital expenditures required under the agreement signed August 2000 have been completed. Approximately $16,000 of these expenditures were completed during 2003. These costs were funded out of cash flows from the property that otherwise would have been utilized to service the junior debt. The Venture completed approximately $61,000 in capital expenditures, including the aforementioned capital expenditures, at Watergate Apartments during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of structural improvements, upgrades to comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act, swimming pool upgrades and floor covering replacements. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $33,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements. Shadowood Apartments: The Venture completed approximately $36,000 in capital expenditures at Shadowood Apartments during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements, plumbing fixture and air conditioning upgrades and wall covering replacements. An additional $87,000 was spent during the six months ended June 30, 2003 consisting of building improvements associated with the fire that occurred in September 2002. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and insurance proceeds. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $26,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements and structural improvements. Vista Village Apartments: The Venture completed approximately $42,000 in capital expenditures at Vista Village Apartments during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering and water heater replacements and appliance upgrades. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $24,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements. Towers of Westchester Park: The Venture completed approximately $43,000 in capital expenditures at Towers of Westchester Park during the six months ended June 30, 2003, consisting primarily of floor covering replacements, cabinets and structural upgrades and swimming pool improvements. These improvements were funded from operating cash flow and replacement reserves. The Venture evaluates the capital improvement needs of the property during the year and currently expects to complete an additional $48,000 in capital improvements during the remainder of 2003. The additional capital improvements will consist primarily of floor covering and appliance replacements, structural improvements and parking lot upgrades. The Venture initially budgeted $888,000 ($300 per unit) for all of the properties which is equal to the limit set by the junior notes for funding of capital improvements. As the Venture identifies properties which require additional improvements discussions are held with the holders of both the senior and junior mortgage notes for approval to perform agreed upon capital improvements. The Registrant's assets are thought to be sufficient for any near-term needs (exclusive of capital improvements) of the Registrant. The senior debt encumbering all of the properties totals approximately $102,584,000 and is being amortized over 25 years, with a balloon payment of $93,243,000 due January 2008. Not including the debt discount relating to the mortgage participation liability, the junior debt, which also matures January 2008, totals approximately $23,169,000 and requires monthly payments based upon monthly excess cash flow for each property. The Assignment Note and Long-Term Arrangement Fee Notes totaling approximately $42,060,000 are non-interest bearing and are subordinate to the senior and junior debt and are only payable from the proceeds of the sale or refinancing of the properties. There were no cash distributions to the partners of either of the Partnerships for the six months ended June 30, 2003 and 2002. In accordance with the respective Agreements of Limited Partnership, there are no material restrictions on the Partnerships' ability to make cash distributions. Future cash distributions are subject to the order of distributions as stipulated by the Venture's Plan of Reorganization. The source of future distributions will depend upon the levels of net cash generated from operations, the availability of cash reserves, and timing of debt maturities, refinancings and/or property sales. The Partnerships' distribution policies are reviewed on a quarterly basis. There can be no assurance that the Partnerships will generate sufficient funds from operations, after required capital expenditures and the order of distributions as stipulated by the Venture's Plan of Reorganization, to permit any distributions to partners during the remainder of 2003 or subsequent periods. Other As a result of tender offers, AIMCO and its affiliates currently own 118.50 units of limited partnership interest in Portfolio I representing 18.40% of the outstanding limited partnership interests, along with the 2% general partner interest for a combined ownership in Portfolio I of 20.40%. AIMCO and its affiliates currently own 64.42 units of limited partnership interest in Portfolio II representing 24.13% of the outstanding limited partnership interests, along with the 2% general partner interest for a combined ownership in Portfolio II of 26.13%. The Venture is owned 70.69% by Portfolio I and 29.31% by Portfolio II which results in AIMCO and its affiliates currently owning 22.08% of the Venture. It is possible that AIMCO or its affiliates will make one or more additional offers to acquire additional units of limited partnership interest in the Venture in exchange for cash or a combination of cash and units in the operating partnership of AIMCO either through private purchases or tender offers. Pursuant to the Partnership Agreements, unitholders holding a majority of the units of limited partnership interest are entitled to take action with respect to a variety of matters that include, but are not limited to, voting on certain amendments to the Partnership Agreement and voting to remove the Managing General Partner. Although the Managing General Partner owes fiduciary duties to the limited partners of the Venture, the Managing General Partner also owes fiduciary duties to AIMCO as its sole stockholder. As a result, the duties of the Managing General Partner, as managing general partner, to the Venture and its limited partners may come into conflict with the duties of the Managing General Partner to AIMCO, as its sole stockholder. Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates The combined financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States which require the Venture to make estimates and assumptions. The Venture believes that of its significant accounting policies, the following may involve a higher degree of judgment and complexity. Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Investment properties are recorded at cost, less accumulated depreciation, unless considered impaired. If events or circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of a property may be impaired, the Venture will make an assessment of its recoverability by estimating the undiscounted future cash flows, excluding interest charges, of the property. If the carrying amount exceeds the aggregate future cash flows, the Venture would recognize an impairment loss to the extent the carrying amount exceeds the fair value of the property. Real property investments are subject to varying degrees of risk. Several factors may adversely affect the economic performance and value of the Venture's investment properties. These factors include changes in the national, regional and local economic climate; local conditions, such as an oversupply of multifamily properties; competition from other available multifamily property owners and changes in market rental rates. Any adverse changes in these factors could cause an impairment in the Venture's assets. Revenue Recognition The Venture generally leases apartment units for twelve-month terms or less. Rental income attributable to leases is recognized monthly as it is earned and the Venture fully reserves all balances outstanding over thirty days. The Venture will offer rental concessions during particularly slow months or in response to heavy competition from other similar complexes in the area. Any concessions given at the inception of the lease are amortized over the life of the lease. Participating Mortgage Note The Venture has a participating mortgage note which requires it to record the estimated fair value of the participation feature as a liability and a debt discount. The fair value of the participation feature is calculated based upon information currently available to the Managing General Partner and depends largely upon the fair value of the collateral properties. These fair values are determined using the net operating income of the properties capitalized at a rate deemed reasonable for the type of property adjusted for market conditions, physical condition of the property and other factors. The Managing General Partner evaluates the fair value of the participation feature on an annual basis or as circumstances dictate that it should be analyzed. ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK The Venture is exposed to market risks from adverse changes in interest rates. In this regard, changes in U.S. interest rates affect the interest earned on the Venture's cash and cash equivalents as well as interest paid on its indebtedness. As a policy, the Venture does not engage in speculative or leveraged transactions, nor does it hold or issue financial instruments for trading purposes. The Venture is exposed to changes in interest rates primarily as a result of its borrowing activities used to maintain liquidity and fund business operations. To mitigate the impact of fluctuations in U.S. interest rates, the Venture maintains its debt as fixed rate in nature by borrowing on a long-term basis except for advances made from an affiliate of the Managing General Partner. These advances bear interest at the prime rate plus three basis points. Based on interest rates at June 30, 2003, an increase or decrease of 100 basis points in market interest rates would not have a material impact on the Venture. The following table summarizes the Venture's debt obligations at June 30, 2003. The interest rates represent the weighted-average rates. The fair value of the Venture's first mortgages, after discounting the scheduled loan payments to maturity, is approximately $110,256,000 at June 30, 2003. However, the Venture is precluded from refinancing the first mortgage until January 2007. The Managing General Partner believes that it is not appropriate to use the Venture's incremental borrowing rate for the second mortgages, as there is currently no market in which the Venture could obtain similar financing. Therefore, the Managing General Partner considers estimation of fair value to be impracticable for this indebtedness. Long-term Debt Principal Weighted-average (in thousands) Interest Rate 2003 $ 832 8.50% 2004 1,832 8.50% 2005 2,022 8.50% 2006 2,201 8.50% 2007 2,403 8.50% Thereafter 116,463 8.97% $125,753 As principal payments for the junior loans are based upon monthly cash flow, all principal is assumed to be repaid at maturity. ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES (a) Disclosure Controls and Procedures. The Venture's management, with the participation of the principal executive officer and principal financial officer of the Managing General Partner, who are the equivalent of the Venture's principal executive officer and principal financial officer, respectively, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Venture's disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act")) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on such evaluation, the principal executive officer and principal financial officer of the Managing General Partner, who are the equivalent of the Venture's principal executive officer and principal financial officer, respectively, have concluded that, as of the end of such period, the Venture's disclosure controls and procedures are effective. (b) Internal Control Over Financial Reporting. There have not been any changes in the Venture's internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the fiscal quarter to which this report relates that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Venture's internal control over financial reporting. PART II - OTHER INFORMATION ITEM 6. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K a) Exhibits: 3(a) VMS National Properties Joint Venture Agreement (Exhibit 3 to the Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2002, is incorporated herein by reference). 3(b) Amended and Restated Limited Partnership Agreement and Certificate of Limited Partnership of VMS National Properties Portfolio I (Exhibit 3 to the Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2002, is incorporated herein by reference). 3(c) Amended and Restated Limited Partnership Agreement and Certificate of Limited Partnership of VMS National Properties Portfolio II (Exhibit 3 to the Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2002, is incorporated herein by reference). 11 Calculation of Net Loss Per Investor. 31.1 Certification of equivalent of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a), as Adopted Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. 31.2 Certification of equivalent of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a), as Adopted Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. 32.1 Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. b) Reports on Form 8-K: None filed during the quarter ended June 30, 2003. SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized. VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE (Registrant) VMS National Residential Portfolio I By: MAERIL, Inc. Managing General Partner By: /s/Patrick J. Foye Patrick J. Foye Executive Vice President By: /s/Thomas C. Novosel Thomas C. Novosel Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer VMS National Residential Portfolio II By: MAERIL, Inc. Managing General Partner By: /s/Patrick J. Foye Patrick J. Foye Executive Vice President By: /s/Thomas C. Novosel Thomas C. Novosel Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer Date: August 13, 2003 Exhibit 11 VMS NATIONAL PROPERTIES JOINT VENTURE CALCULATION OF NET LOSS PER INVESTOR (in thousands, except per unit data) For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2003 2002 VMS National Properties net loss $(3,107) $(2,621) Portfolio I net loss -- -- Portfolio II net loss -- -- Combined net loss $(3,107) $(2,621) Portfolio I allocation: 70.69% VMS National Properties net loss $(2,196) $(1,853) 100.00% Portfolio I net loss -- -- $(2,196) $(1,853) Net loss to general partner (2%) $ (44) $ (37) Net loss to limited partners (98%) $(2,152) $(1,816) Number of Limited Partner units 644 644 Net loss per limited partnership interest $(3,342) $(2,820) Portfolio II allocation: 29.31% VMS National Properties net loss $ (911) $ (768) 100.00% Portfolio II net loss -- -- $ (911) $ (768) Net loss to general partner (2%) $ (18) $ (15) Net loss to limited partners (98%) $ (893) $ (753) Number of Limited Partner units 267 267 Net loss per limited partnership interest $(3,345) $(2,820) Exhibit 31.1 CERTIFICATION I, Patrick J. Foye, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of VMS National Properties Joint Venture; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report; 3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report; 4. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) for the registrant and have: (a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared; (b) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and (c) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and 5. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions): (a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and (b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting. Date: August 13, 2003 /s/Patrick J. Foye Patrick J. Foye Executive Vice President of MAERIL, Inc., equivalent of the chief executive officer of the Venture Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Paul J. McAuliffe, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of VMS National Properties Joint Venture; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report; 3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report; 4. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) for the registrant and have: (a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared; (b) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and (c) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and 5. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions): (a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and (b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting. Date: August 13, 2003 /s/Paul J. McAuliffe Paul J. McAuliffe Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of MAERIL, Inc., equivalent of the chief financial officer of the Venture Exhibit 32.1 Certification of CEO and CFO Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, As Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of VMS National Properties Joint Venture (the "Venture"), for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2003 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the "Report"), Patrick J. Foye, as the equivalent of the chief executive officer of the Venture, and Paul J. McAuliffe, as the equivalent of the chief financial officer of the Venture, each hereby certifies, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that, to the best of his knowledge: (1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and (2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Venture. /s/Patrick J. Foye Name: Patrick J. Foye Date: August 13, 2003 /s/Paul J. McAuliffe Name: Paul J. McAuliffe Date: August 13, 2003 This certification is furnished with this Report pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and shall not be deemed filed by the Venture for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.