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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
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FORM 10-Q
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QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 20202021
or
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Commission File Number 001-12822
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BEAZER HOMES USA, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 _____________________________________________________________ 
Delaware 58-2086934
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
 (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
1000 Abernathy Road, Suite 260, Atlanta, Georgia 30328
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
(770) 829-3700
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.001 par valueBZHNew York Stock Exchange
 _____________________________________________________________
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Sections 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 the filing requirements for the past 90 days.    Yes  x    No  ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).    Yes  x    No  ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company” and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act:
Large accelerated filerAccelerated filerNon-accelerated filerSmaller reporting companyEmerging growth company
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨


Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). YESYes      NONo  
Number of shares of common stock outstanding as of July 27, 2020: 31,020,70326, 2021: 31,293,798


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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements

BEAZER HOMES USA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)
 
in thousands (except share and per share data)in thousands (except share and per share data)June 30,
2020
September 30,
2019
in thousands (except share and per share data)June 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
ASSETSASSETSASSETS
Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents$152,266  $106,741  Cash and cash equivalents$358,334 $327,693 
Restricted cashRestricted cash13,086  16,053  Restricted cash24,690 14,835 
Accounts receivable (net of allowance of $298 and $304, respectively)17,846  26,395  
Accounts receivable (net of allowance of $292 and $358, respectively)Accounts receivable (net of allowance of $292 and $358, respectively)23,028 19,817 
Income tax receivableIncome tax receivable9,224  4,935  Income tax receivable9,502 9,252 
Owned inventoryOwned inventory1,511,560  1,504,248  Owned inventory1,408,071 1,350,738 
Investments in unconsolidated entitiesInvestments in unconsolidated entities4,044  3,962  Investments in unconsolidated entities4,361 4,003 
Deferred tax assets, netDeferred tax assets, net233,986  246,957  Deferred tax assets, net204,729 225,143 
Property and equipment, netProperty and equipment, net24,078  27,421  Property and equipment, net22,055 22,280 
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOperating lease right-of-use assets14,060  —  Operating lease right-of-use assets13,015 13,103 
GoodwillGoodwill11,376  11,376  Goodwill11,376 11,376 
Other assetsOther assets10,637  9,556  Other assets13,468 9,240 
Total assetsTotal assets$2,002,163  $1,957,644  Total assets$2,092,629 $2,007,480 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITYLIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITYLIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Trade accounts payableTrade accounts payable$131,200  $131,152  Trade accounts payable$155,084 $132,192 
Operating lease liabilitiesOperating lease liabilities16,292  —  Operating lease liabilities14,813 15,333 
Other liabilitiesOther liabilities110,630  109,429  Other liabilities139,074 135,983 
Total debt (net of debt issuance costs of $11,450 and $12,470, respectively)1,179,725  1,178,309  
Total debt (net of debt issuance costs of $9,444 and $10,891, respectively)Total debt (net of debt issuance costs of $9,444 and $10,891, respectively)1,110,053 1,130,801 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities1,437,847  1,418,890  Total liabilities1,419,024 1,414,309 
Stockholders’ equity:Stockholders’ equity:Stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock (par value $0.01 per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized, 0 shares issued)Preferred stock (par value $0.01 per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized, 0 shares issued)—  —  Preferred stock (par value $0.01 per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized, 0 shares issued)0 
Common stock (par value $0.001 per share, 63,000,000 shares authorized, 31,020,066 issued and outstanding and 30,933,110 issued and outstanding, respectively)31  31  
Common stock (par value $0.001 per share, 63,000,000 shares authorized, 31,293,798 issued and outstanding and 31,012,326 issued and outstanding, respectively)Common stock (par value $0.001 per share, 63,000,000 shares authorized, 31,293,798 issued and outstanding and 31,012,326 issued and outstanding, respectively)31 31 
Paid-in capitalPaid-in capital851,289  854,275  Paid-in capital863,240 856,466 
Accumulated deficitAccumulated deficit(287,004) (315,552) Accumulated deficit(189,666)(263,326)
Total stockholders’ equityTotal stockholders’ equity564,316  538,754  Total stockholders’ equity673,605 593,171 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equityTotal liabilities and stockholders’ equity$2,002,163  $1,957,644  Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$2,092,629 $2,007,480 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

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BEAZER HOMES USA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
 
Three Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30,June 30, June 30,June 30,
in thousands (except per share data) in thousands (except per share data)2020201920202019 in thousands (except per share data)2021202020212020
Total revenueTotal revenue$533,112  $482,738  $1,440,329  $1,306,038  Total revenue$570,932 $533,112 $1,549,360 $1,440,329 
Home construction and land sales expensesHome construction and land sales expenses441,788  410,974  1,207,023  1,107,681  Home construction and land sales expenses455,178 441,788 1,259,922 1,207,023 
Inventory impairments and abandonmentsInventory impairments and abandonments2,266  —  2,266  148,618  Inventory impairments and abandonments231 2,266 696 2,266 
Gross profitGross profit89,058  71,764  231,040  49,739  Gross profit115,523 89,058 288,742 231,040 
CommissionsCommissions20,851  18,230  55,660  49,965  Commissions20,955 20,851 58,346 55,660 
General and administrative expensesGeneral and administrative expenses41,276  40,749  121,025  116,763  General and administrative expenses42,186 41,276 119,903 121,025 
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization3,780  3,242  10,834  8,912  Depreciation and amortization3,689 3,780 10,494 10,834 
Operating income (loss)23,151  9,543  43,521  (125,901) 
Operating incomeOperating income48,693 23,151 99,999 43,521 
Equity in income of unconsolidated entitiesEquity in income of unconsolidated entities 299  138  316  Equity in income of unconsolidated entities313 424 138 
Gain on extinguishment of debt—  358  —  574  
Loss on extinguishment of debtLoss on extinguishment of debt(1,050)(1,613)
Other expense, netOther expense, net(2,904) (755) (6,030) (1,134) Other expense, net(10)(2,904)(2,356)(6,030)
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes20,251  9,445  37,629  (126,145) 
Expense (benefit) from income taxes4,981  (2,180) 8,940  (44,260) 
Income (loss) from continuing operations15,270  11,625  28,689  (81,885) 
Income from continuing operations before income taxesIncome from continuing operations before income taxes47,946 20,251 96,454 37,629 
Expense from income taxesExpense from income taxes10,804 4,981 22,633 8,940 
Income from continuing operations, net of taxIncome from continuing operations, net of tax37,142 15,270 73,821 28,689 
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxLoss from discontinued operations, net of tax(82) (23) (141) (64) Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax(7)(82)(161)(141)
Net income (loss)$15,188  $11,602  $28,548  $(81,949) 
Net incomeNet income$37,135 $15,188 $73,660 $28,548 
Weighted average number of shares:Weighted average number of shares:Weighted average number of shares:
BasicBasic29,597  30,250  29,738  30,926  Basic30,022 29,597 29,915 29,738 
DilutedDiluted29,674  30,489  30,014  30,926  Diluted30,562 29,674 30,292 30,014 
Basic income (loss) per share:Basic income (loss) per share:Basic income (loss) per share:
Continuing operationsContinuing operations$0.51  $0.38  $0.96  $(2.65) Continuing operations$1.24 $0.51 $2.47 $0.96 
Discontinued operationsDiscontinued operations—  —  —  —  Discontinued operations0 (0.01)
TotalTotal$0.51  $0.38  $0.96  $(2.65) Total$1.24 $0.51 $2.46 $0.96 
Diluted income (loss) per share:Diluted income (loss) per share:Diluted income (loss) per share:
Continuing operationsContinuing operations$0.51  $0.38  $0.95  $(2.65) Continuing operations$1.22 $0.51 $2.44 $0.95 
Discontinued operationsDiscontinued operations—  —  —  —  Discontinued operations0 (0.01)
TotalTotal$0.51  $0.38  $0.95  $(2.65) Total$1.22 $0.51 $2.43 $0.95 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

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BEAZER HOMES USA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
Common StockPaid-in CapitalAccumulated Deficit
in thousandsSharesAmountTotal
Balance as of March 31, 202031,020  $31  $849,643  $(302,192) $547,482  
Net income and comprehensive income—  —  —  15,188  15,188  
Stock-based compensation expense—  —  1,659  —  1,659  
Shares issued under employee stock plans, net —  —  —  —  
Forfeiture of restricted stock(6) —  —  —  —  
Common stock redeemed for tax liability(1) —  (13) —  (13) 
Balance as of June 30, 202031,020  $31  $851,289  $(287,004) $564,316  

Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
Common StockPaid-in CapitalAccumulated Deficit
in thousandsSharesAmountTotal
Balance as of March 31, 202131,289 $31 $860,537 $(226,801)$633,767 
Net income and comprehensive income— — 37,135 37,135 
Stock-based compensation expense— — 3,194 — 3,194 
Exercises of stock options30 — (67)— (67)
Shares issued under employee stock plans, net— — — — 
Forfeiture and other settlements of restricted stock(13)— — 
Common stock redeemed for tax liability(18)— (424)— (424)
Balance as of June 30, 202131,294 $31 $863,240 $(189,666)$673,605 

Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020
Common StockPaid-in CapitalAccumulated Deficit
in thousandsSharesAmountTotal
Balance as of September 30, 201930,933  $31  $854,275  $(315,552) $538,754  
Net income and comprehensive income—  —  —  28,548  28,548  
Stock-based compensation expense—  —  4,869  —  4,869  
Exercises of stock options50  —  204  —  204  
Shares issued under employee stock plans, net588  —  —  —  —  
Forfeiture and other settlements of restricted stock(17) —  (2,058) —  (2,058) 
Common stock redeemed for tax liability(172) —  (2,674) —  (2,674) 
Share repurchases(362) —  (3,327) —  (3,327) 
Balance as of June 30, 202031,020  $31  $851,289  $(287,004) $564,316  

Nine Months Ended June 30, 2021
Common StockPaid-in CapitalAccumulated Deficit
in thousandsSharesAmountTotal
Balance as of September 30, 202031,012 $31 $856,466 $(263,326)$593,171 
Net income and comprehensive income— — — 73,660 73,660 
Stock-based compensation expense— — 9,254 — 9,254 
Exercises of stock options198 — 564 — 564 
Shares issued under employee stock plans, net417 — — — — 
Forfeiture and other settlements of restricted stock(29)— — 
Common stock redeemed for tax liability(304)— (3,044)— (3,044)
Balance as of June 30, 202131,294 $31 $863,240 $(189,666)$673,605 

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BEAZER HOMES USA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2019Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
Common StockPaid-in CapitalAccumulated DeficitCommon StockPaid-in CapitalAccumulated Deficit
in thousandsin thousandsSharesAmountTotalin thousandsSharesAmountTotal
Balance as of March 31, 201932,044  $32  $858,709  $(329,583) $529,158  
Balance as of March 31, 2020Balance as of March 31, 202031,020 $31 $849,643 $(302,192)$547,482 
Net income and comprehensive incomeNet income and comprehensive income—  —  —  11,602  11,602  Net income and comprehensive income— — — 15,188 15,188 
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense—  —  3,699  —  3,699  Stock-based compensation expense— — 1,659 — 1,659 
Shares issued under employee stock plans, netShares issued under employee stock plans, net —  —  —  —  Shares issued under employee stock plans, net— — — — 
Forfeiture of restricted stock(6) —  —  —  —  
Forfeiture and other settlements of restricted stockForfeiture and other settlements of restricted stock(6)— — — — 
Common stock redeemed for tax liabilityCommon stock redeemed for tax liability—  —  (3) —  (3) Common stock redeemed for tax liability(1)— (13)— (13)
Share repurchases(994) (1) (10,619) —  (10,620) 
Balance as of June 30, 201931,048  $31  $851,786  $(317,981) $533,836  
Balance as of June 30, 2020Balance as of June 30, 202031,020 $31 $851,289 $(287,004)$564,316 

Nine Months Ended June 30, 2019Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020
Common StockPaid-in CapitalAccumulated DeficitCommon StockPaid-in CapitalAccumulated Deficit
in thousandsin thousandsSharesAmountTotalin thousandsSharesAmountTotal
Balance as of September 30, 201833,522  $34  $880,025  $(236,032) $644,027  
Net loss and comprehensive loss—  —  —  (81,949) (81,949) 
Balance as of September 30, 2019Balance as of September 30, 201930,933 $31 $854,275 $(315,552)$538,754 
Net income and comprehensive incomeNet income and comprehensive income— — — 28,548 28,548 
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense—  —  7,993  —  7,993  Stock-based compensation expense— — 4,869 — 4,869 
Exercises of stock optionsExercises of stock options27  —  278  —  278  Exercises of stock options50 — 204 — 204 
Shares issued under employee stock plans, netShares issued under employee stock plans, net914  —  —  —  —  Shares issued under employee stock plans, net588 — — — — 
Forfeiture of restricted stock(36) —  —  —  —  
Forfeiture and other settlements of restricted stockForfeiture and other settlements of restricted stock(17)— (2,058)— (2,058)
Common stock redeemed for tax liabilityCommon stock redeemed for tax liability(179) —  (1,889) —  (1,889) Common stock redeemed for tax liability(172)— (2,674)— (2,674)
Share repurchasesShare repurchases(3,200) (3) (34,621) —  (34,624) Share repurchases(362)(3,327)— (3,327)
Balance as of June 30, 201931,048  $31  $851,786  $(317,981) $533,836  
Balance as of June 30, 2020Balance as of June 30, 202031,020 $31 $851,289 $(287,004)$564,316 
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BEAZER HOMES USA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
in thousandsin thousands20202019in thousands20212020
Cash flows from operating activities:Cash flows from operating activities:Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income (loss)$28,548  $(81,949) 
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Net incomeNet income$73,660 $28,548 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization10,834  8,912  Depreciation and amortization10,494 10,834 
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense4,869  7,993  Stock-based compensation expense9,254 4,869 
Inventory impairments and abandonmentsInventory impairments and abandonments2,266  148,618  Inventory impairments and abandonments696 2,266 
Deferred and other income tax expense (benefit)8,900  (44,758) 
Deferred and other income tax expenseDeferred and other income tax expense22,587 8,900 
Gain on sale of fixed assetsGain on sale of fixed assets(195) (142) Gain on sale of fixed assets(258)(195)
Change in allowance for doubtful accountsChange in allowance for doubtful accounts(6) (20) Change in allowance for doubtful accounts(66)(6)
Equity in income of unconsolidated entities(138) (315) 
Equity in income from unconsolidated entitiesEquity in income from unconsolidated entities(424)(138)
Cash distributions of income from unconsolidated entitiesCash distributions of income from unconsolidated entities56  409  Cash distributions of income from unconsolidated entities66 56 
Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt, net—  (574) 
Loss on extinguishment of debt, netLoss on extinguishment of debt, net1,613 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:Changes in operating assets and liabilities:Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Decrease in accounts receivable8,555  4,380  
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable(3,145)8,555 
Decrease in income tax receivableDecrease in income tax receivable315  —  Decrease in income tax receivable49 315 
Increase in inventoryIncrease in inventory(6,616) (156,472) Increase in inventory(54,867)(6,616)
Increase in other assetsIncrease in other assets(1,377) (776) Increase in other assets(4,195)(1,377)
Increase in trade accounts payableIncrease in trade accounts payable48  26,009  Increase in trade accounts payable22,892 48 
Increase (decrease) in other liabilities2,897  (5,520) 
Increase in other liabilitiesIncrease in other liabilities186 2,897 
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities58,956  (94,205) 
Net cash provided by operating activitiesNet cash provided by operating activities78,542 58,956 
Cash flows from investing activities:Cash flows from investing activities:Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expendituresCapital expenditures(7,510) (16,365) Capital expenditures(10,319)(7,510)
Proceeds from sale of fixed assetsProceeds from sale of fixed assets214  162  Proceeds from sale of fixed assets308 214 
Acquisition, net of cash acquired—  (4,088) 
Net cash used in investing activitiesNet cash used in investing activities(7,296) (20,291) Net cash used in investing activities(10,011)(7,296)
Cash flows from financing activities:Cash flows from financing activities:Cash flows from financing activities:
Repayment of debtRepayment of debt(1,150) (22,333) Repayment of debt(25,128)(1,150)
Repayment of borrowings from credit facilityRepayment of borrowings from credit facility(345,000) (235,000) Repayment of borrowings from credit facility0 (345,000)
Borrowings from credit facilityBorrowings from credit facility345,000  340,000  Borrowings from credit facility0 345,000 
Debt issuance costsDebt issuance costs(97) (400) Debt issuance costs(427)(97)
Repurchase of common stockRepurchase of common stock(3,327) (34,624) Repurchase of common stock0 (3,327)
Tax payments for stock-based compensation awardsTax payments for stock-based compensation awards(2,674) (1,889) Tax payments for stock-based compensation awards(3,044)(2,674)
Stock option exercises and other financing activitiesStock option exercises and other financing activities(1,854) 278  Stock option exercises and other financing activities564 (1,854)
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities(9,102) 46,032  
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash42,558  (68,464) 
Net cash used in financing activitiesNet cash used in financing activities(28,035)(9,102)
Net increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cashNet increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash40,496 42,558 
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of periodCash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period122,794  153,248  Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period342,528 122,794 
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of periodCash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period$165,352  $84,784  Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period$383,024 $165,352 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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BEAZER HOMES USA, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
(1) Description of Business
Beazer Homes USA, Inc. (“we,” “us,” “our,” “Beazer,” “Beazer Homes” and the “Company”) is a geographically diversified homebuilder with active operations in 13 states within 3 geographic regions in the United States: the West, East, and Southeast.
Our homes are designed to appeal to homeowners at different price points across various demographic segments and are generally offered for sale in advance of their construction. Our objective is to provide our customers with homes that incorporate exceptional value and quality, while seeking to maximize our return on invested capital over the course of a housing cycle.
For an additional description of our business, refer to Item 1 within our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2019 (20192020 (2020 Annual Report).
(2) Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP) for interim financial information and in accordance with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all of the information and disclosures required by GAAP for complete financial statements. As such, the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in the Company's 20192020 Annual Report. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, necessary for a fair presentation have been included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements. The results of the Company's consolidated operations presented herein for the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full fiscal year due to seasonal variations in our operations and other factors, such as the effects of the coronavirus (“COVID-19”) pandemic and its influence on our future results.
Basis of Consolidation
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Beazer Homes USA, Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries. Intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation.consolidation. Our net income (loss) is equivalent to our comprehensive income, (loss), so we have not presented a separate statement of comprehensive income (loss).income.
In the past, we have discontinued homebuilding operations in various markets. Results from certain of these exited markets are reported as discontinued operations in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations for all periods presented (see Note 16 for a further discussion of our discontinued operations).
Our fiscal year 2021 began on October 1, 2020 and ends on September 30, 2021. Our fiscal year 2020 began on October 1, 2019 and endsended on September 30, 2020. Our fiscal year 2019 began on October 1, 2018 and ended on September 30, 2019.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make informed estimates and judgments that affect the amounts reported in the condensed consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Accordingly, actual results could differ from these estimates.
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Share Repurchase Program
During the first quarter of fiscal 2019, the Company's Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program that authorizes the Company to repurchase up to $50.0 million of its outstanding common stock. As part of this program, the Company repurchased common stock during fiscal 2019 and 2020 through open market transactions, 10b5-1 plans, and accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreements. All shares have been retired upon repurchase during fiscal 2019.repurchase. The aggregate reduction to stockholders’ equity related to share repurchases during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 and September 30, 2019 was $34.6 million.
The Company repurchased 362 thousand shares of its common stock for $3.3 million at an average price per share of $9.20 in the first half of fiscal 2020 through open market transactions and 10b5-1 plans. The Company repurchased 2.2$34.6 million, shares of its common stock for $24.0 million at an average price per share of $10.89 during the six months ended March 31, 2019. All shares have been retired upon repurchase.respectively.
NoNaN share repurchases were made during the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020.2021. As of June 30, 2020,2021, the remaining availability of the share repurchase program was $12.0 million. The Company does not intend to make additional share repurchases under the program for the remainder of the current fiscal year in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and because of restrictions placed on share repurchases under the Eighth Amendment to the Facility (see Note 7 for further discussion).
Inventory Valuation
Inventory assets are assessed for recoverability no less than quarterly in accordance with the policies described in Notes 2 and 5 to the audited consolidated financial statements within our 20192020 Annual Report. Homebuilding inventories that are accounted for as held for development (projects in progress) include land and home construction assets grouped together as communities. Homebuilding inventories held for development are stated at cost (including home construction costs, direct constructionoverhead costs, capitalized indirect costs, capitalized interest, and real estate taxes)taxes and allocated lot costs) unless facts and circumstances indicate that the carrying value of the assets may not be recoverable. For communities that have been idled (land held for future development), all applicable carrying costs, such as interest and real estate taxes, are expensed as incurred, and the inventory is stated at cost unless facts and circumstances indicate that the carrying value of the assets may not be recoverable. We record land held for sale at the lower of the carrying value or fair value less costs to sell.
Revenue Recognition
We recognize revenue upon the transfer of promised goods to our customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which we expect to be entitled by applying the following five-step process specified in Accounting Standards Codification Topic 606.
Identify the contract(s) with a customer
Identify the performance obligations
Determine the transaction price
Allocate the transaction price
Recognize revenue when the performance obligations are met
The following table presents our total revenue disaggregated by revenue stream:
Three Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30,June 30,June 30,June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920202019in thousands2021202020212020
Homebuilding revenueHomebuilding revenue$532,465  $482,316  $1,437,850  $1,304,243  Homebuilding revenue$566,930 $532,465 $1,538,576 $1,437,850 
Land sales and other revenueLand sales and other revenue647  422  2,479  1,795  Land sales and other revenue4,002 647 10,784 2,479 
Total revenue (a)
Total revenue (a)
$533,112  $482,738  $1,440,329  $1,306,038  
Total revenue (a)
$570,932 $533,112 $1,549,360 $1,440,329 
(a) Please see Note 15 for total revenue disaggregated by reportable segment.
Homebuilding revenue
Homebuilding revenue is reported net of any discounts and incentives and is generally recognized when title to and possession of the home are transferred to the buyer at the closing date. The performance obligation to deliver the home is generally satisfied in less than one year from the original contract date. Home sale contract assets consist of cash from home closings held by title companies in escrow for our benefit, typically for less than five days, and are considered accounts receivable. Contract liabilities include customer deposits related to sold but undelivered homes and totaled $16.3$28.7 million and $11.5$18.9 million as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019,2020, respectively. Of the customer liabilities outstanding as of September 30, 2019, $0.6
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Land sales and other revenue
Land sales revenue relates to land that does not fit within our homebuilding programs and strategic plans. Land sales typically require cash consideration on the closing date, which is generally when performance obligations are satisfied. In some periods, weWe also have other revenue related to broker feesprovide title examinations for our homebuyers in certain markets. Revenues associated with our title operations are recognized as well as fees received for general contractor services that we perform on behalf of third parties. Revenue for broker and general contractorclosing services are typically immaterialrendered and title insurance policies are issued, both of which generally recognizedoccur as performance obligations are satisfied.each home is closed.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
Leases. On October 1, 2019, we adopted Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2016-02, Leases (ASU 2016-02) and related amendments, collectively codified in ASC 842, Leases (ASC 842). ASC 842 requires lessees to record most leases on their balance sheets by recognizing a right-of-use asset, representing the right to use the identified asset during the lease term, and a corresponding lease liability, representing the present value of the lease payments over the lease term. Lessor accounting will be largely similar to that under the previous accounting rules. ASC 842 also requires significantly enhanced disclosures around an entity's leases and the related accounting. As part of our adoption of ASC 842, we applied a modified retrospective approach, whereby prior year financial statements were not recast. As a result, our consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ending September 30, 2019 were not restated and continues to be reported under the previous lease standard (ASC 840) and is therefore not comparative. We also elected the package of transition practical expedients, which allowed us to not reassess (1) whether any expired or existing contracts are or contain leases, (2) the lease classification for any expired or existing leases, and (3) the initial direct costs for any existing leases. In addition, we elected the practical expedient that allows lessees to account for lease and non-lease components together as a single component for all leases. Upon adoption of ASC 842, we recorded net operating lease right-of-use (ROU) assets of $13.9 million and operating lease liabilities of $16.0 million. Existing prepaid rent and accrued rent were recorded as an offset to the gross operating lease ROU assets. The adoption of ASC 842 did not have any impact on our retained earnings. See Note 8 for additional discussion of our operating leases.
Fair Value Measurements. In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU 2018-13, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820) - Disclosure Framework (ASU 2018-13). The updated guidance improves the disclosure requirements for fair value measurements. The updated guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019 and interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted for any removed or modified disclosures. We are currently assessing the impact of adopting the updated provisions.
Internal-Use Software. In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU 2018-15, Intangibles-Goodwill and Other-Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40): Customer's Accounting for Implementation Costs Incurred in a Cloud Computing Arrangement That is a Service Contract (ASU 2018-15). ASU 2018-15 aligns the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a hosting arrangement that is a service contract with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal-use software. This new guidance will be effective for public companies for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019 and interim periods within those fiscal years. The Company early adopted this standard as of April 1, 2020 on a prospective basis. The adoption of this standard had no material impact on our consolidated financial statements and related disclosure.
Reference Rate Reform. In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU 2020-04, Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting (ASU 2020-04). ASU 2020-04 provides companies with optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden associated with transitioning away from reference rates that are expected to be discontinued. This guidance is effective beginning on March 12, 2020, and weall entities may elect to apply the amendments prospectively through December 31, 2022. The Company is currently evaluating the effect thatof adopting the new guidance will have on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.
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(3) Supplemental Cash Flow Information
The following table presents supplemental disclosure of non-cash and cash activity as well as a reconciliation of total cash balances between the condensed consolidated balance sheets and condensed consolidated statements of cash flows for the periods presented:
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
in thousandsin thousands20202019in thousands20212020
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash activity:Supplemental disclosure of non-cash activity:Supplemental disclosure of non-cash activity:
Beginning operating lease right-of-use asset (ASC 842 adoption)$13,895  $—  
Beginning operating lease liability (ASC 842 adoption)16,028  —  
Beginning operating lease right-of-use assets (ASC 842 adoption)(a)
Beginning operating lease right-of-use assets (ASC 842 adoption)(a)
$ $13,895 
Beginning operating lease liabilities (ASC 842 adoption)(a)
Beginning operating lease liabilities (ASC 842 adoption)(a)
 16,028 
Increase in operating lease right-of-use assets (b)
Increase in operating lease right-of-use assets (b)
2,649 3,097 
Increase in operating lease liabilities (b)
Increase in operating lease liabilities (b)
2,649 3,097 
Supplemental disclosure of cash activity:Supplemental disclosure of cash activity:Supplemental disclosure of cash activity:
Interest paymentsInterest payments$60,678  $64,648  Interest payments$63,878 $60,678 
Income tax paymentsIncome tax payments 568  Income tax payments2,297 
Tax refunds receivedTax refunds received315  12  Tax refunds received49 315 
Reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash:Reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash:Reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash:
Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents$152,266  $68,491  Cash and cash equivalents$358,334 $152,266 
Restricted cashRestricted cash13,086  16,293  Restricted cash24,690 13,086 
Total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash shown in the statement of cash flowsTotal cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash shown in the statement of cash flows$165,352  $84,784  Total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash shown in the statement of cash flows$383,024 $165,352 
(a) On October 1, 2019, we adopted Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2016-02, Leases (ASU 2016-02) and related amendments, collectively codified in ASC 842, Leases (ASC 842). Upon adoption of ASC 842, we recorded net operating lease right-of-use (ROU) assets of $13.9 million and operating lease liabilities of $16.0 million. Existing prepaid rent and accrued rent were recorded as an offset to the gross operating lease ROU assets.
(b) Represents additional leases that commenced during the nine months ended June 30, 2021 and June 30, 2020.
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(4) Investments in Unconsolidated Entities
Unconsolidated Entities
As of June 30, 2020,2021, the Company participated in certain joint ventures and had investments in unconsolidated entities in which it had less than a controlling interest. The following table presents the Company's investment in these unconsolidated entities as well as the total equity and outstanding borrowings of these unconsolidated entities as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019:2020:
in thousandsin thousandsJune 30, 2020September 30, 2019in thousandsJune 30, 2021September 30, 2020
Investment in unconsolidated entitiesInvestment in unconsolidated entities$4,044  $3,962  Investment in unconsolidated entities$4,361 $4,003 
Total equity of unconsolidated entitiesTotal equity of unconsolidated entities5,734  9,969  Total equity of unconsolidated entities8,905 7,079 
Total outstanding borrowings of unconsolidated entitiesTotal outstanding borrowings of unconsolidated entities15,556  12,658  Total outstanding borrowings of unconsolidated entities12,478 8,807 
Equity in income from unconsolidated entity activities included in income from continuing operations is as follows for the periods presented:
Three Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30,June 30,June 30,June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920202019in thousands2021202020212020
Equity in income of unconsolidated entitiesEquity in income of unconsolidated entities$ $299  $138  $316  Equity in income of unconsolidated entities$313 $$424 $138 
For the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 and 2019,2020, there were 0 impairments related to investments in unconsolidated entities.
Guarantees
Historically, the Company's joint ventures typically obtained secured acquisition, development, and construction financing. In addition, the Company and its joint venture partners provided varying levels of guarantees of debt and other debt-related obligations for these unconsolidated entities. However, as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019,2020, the Company had 0 outstanding guarantees or other debt-related obligations related to our investments in unconsolidated entities.
The Company and its joint venture partners generally provide unsecured environmental indemnities to land development joint venture project lenders. These indemnities obligate the Company to reimburse the project lenders for claims related to environmental matters for which they are held responsible. During the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 and 2019,2020, the Company was not required to make any payments related to environmental indemnities.
In assessing the need to record a liability for these guarantees, the Company considers its historical experience in being required to perform under the guarantees, the fair value of the collateral underlying these guarantees, and the financial condition of the applicable unconsolidated entities. In addition, the fair value of the collateral of unconsolidated entities is monitored to ensure that the related borrowings do not exceed the specified percentage of the value of the property securing the borrowings. As of June 30, 2020,2021, no liability was recorded for the contingent aspects of any guarantees that were determined to be reasonably possible but not probable.
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(5) Inventory
The components of our owned inventory are as follows as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019:2020:
in thousandsin thousandsJune 30, 2020September 30, 2019in thousandsJune 30, 2021September 30, 2020
Homes under constructionHomes under construction$607,731  $507,542  Homes under construction$668,280 $525,021 
Development projects in progressDevelopment projects in progress647,583  738,201  Development projects in progress532,929 589,763 
Land held for future developmentLand held for future development28,531  28,531  Land held for future development19,879 28,531 
Land held for saleLand held for sale16,863  12,662  Land held for sale7,173 12,622 
Capitalized interestCapitalized interest132,096  136,565  Capitalized interest109,943 119,659 
Model homesModel homes78,756  80,747  Model homes69,867 75,142 
Total owned inventoryTotal owned inventory$1,511,560  $1,504,248  Total owned inventory$1,408,071 $1,350,738 
Homes under construction include homes substantially finished and ready for delivery and homes in various stages of construction, including the cost of the underlying lot. We had 18340 (with a cost of $61.7$12.0 million) and 238133 (with a cost of $82.2$42.2 million) substantially completed homes that were not subject to a sales contract (spec homes) as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019,2020, respectively.
Development projects in progress consist principally of land acquisition, land development and other common costs. These land related costs are allocated to individual lots on a pro-rata basis, and the lot costs are transferred to homes under construction when home construction begins for the respective lots. Certain of the fully developed lots in this category are reserved by a customer deposit or sales contract.
Land held for future development consists of communities for which construction and development activities are expected to occur in the future or have been idled and are stated at cost unless facts and circumstances indicate that the carrying value of the assets may not be recoverable. All applicable carrying costs, such as interest and real estate taxes, on land held for future development are expensed as incurred.
Land held for sale includes land and lots that do not fit within our homebuilding programs and strategic plans in certain markets, and land is classified as held for sale once certain criteria are met (refer to Note 2 to the audited consolidated financial statements within our 20192020 Annual Report). These assets are recorded at the lower of the carrying value or fair value less costs to sell.
The amount of interest we are able to capitalize depends on our qualified inventory balance, which considers the status of our inventory holdings. Our qualified inventory balance includes the majority of our homes under construction and development projects in progress but excludes land held for future development and land held for sale (see Note 6 for additional information on capitalized interest).
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Total owned inventory by reportable segment is presented in the table below as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019:2020:
in thousandsin thousands
Projects in
Progress (a)
Land Held for Future DevelopmentLand Held for SaleTotal Owned
Inventory
in thousands
Projects in
Progress (a)
Land Held for Future DevelopmentLand Held for SaleTotal Owned
Inventory
June 30, 2020
June 30, 2021June 30, 2021
West SegmentWest Segment$687,707  $3,483  $6,048  $697,238  West Segment$682,550 $3,483 $690 $686,723 
East SegmentEast Segment284,821  14,077  3,377  302,275  East Segment263,799 10,888 874 275,561 
Southeast SegmentSoutheast Segment301,670  10,971  7,438  320,079  Southeast Segment274,310 5,508 5,609 285,427 
Corporate and unallocated (b)
Corporate and unallocated (b)
191,968  

—  —  191,968  
Corporate and unallocated (b)
160,360 

0 0 160,360 
TotalTotal$1,466,166  $28,531  $16,863  $1,511,560  Total$1,381,019 $19,879 $7,173 $1,408,071 
September 30, 2019
September 30, 2020September 30, 2020
West SegmentWest Segment$723,094  $3,483  $5,160  $731,737  West Segment$627,986 $3,483 $4,516 $635,985 
East SegmentEast Segment228,937  14,077  4,104  247,118  East Segment241,799 14,077 3,702 259,578 
Southeast SegmentSoutheast Segment318,737  10,971  3,398  333,106  Southeast Segment266,905 10,971 4,404 282,280 
Corporate and unallocated (b)
Corporate and unallocated (b)
192,287  —  —  192,287  
Corporate and unallocated (b)
172,895 172,895 
TotalTotal$1,463,055  $28,531  $12,662  $1,504,248  Total$1,309,585 $28,531 $12,622 $1,350,738 
(a) Projects in progress include homes under construction, development projects in progress, capitalized interest, and model home categories from the preceding table.
(b) Projects in progress amount includes capitalized interest and indirect costs that are maintained within our Corporate and unallocated segment.
Inventory Impairments
The following table presents, by reportable segment, our total impairment and abandonment charges for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousands2021202020212020
Land Held for Sale:
West$0 $89 $0 $89 
Southeast0 0 
Corporate and unallocated (a)
0 1,160 0 1,160 
Total impairment charges on land held for sale$0 $1,257 $0 $1,257 
Abandonments:
West$0 $452 $0 $452 
East0 32 465 32 
Southeast231 525 231 525 
Total abandonments charges$231 $1,009 $696 $1,009 
Total impairment and abandonment charges$231 $2,266 $696 $2,266 
(a) Amount represents capitalized interest and indirects balance that was impaired. Capitalized interest and indirects are maintained within our Corporate and unallocated segment.
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When conducting our community level review for the recoverability of inventory related to projects in progress, we consider both qualitative and quantitative factors to establish a quarterly “watch list” comprised of communities that carry profit margins in backlog or in our forecast that are below a minimum threshold of profitability, as well as recent closings that have gross margins less than a specified threshold.communities. Each community is first evaluated qualitatively and quantitatively to determine if there are temporary factors driving the low profitability levels. Following our qualitative evaluation, communitiesCommunities with more than 10 homes remaining to close with potential indicators of impairment resulting from this initial evaluation are subjected to additional financial and operational reviewreviews that considersconsider the competitive environment and other factors contributing to gross margins below our watch listspecified threshold. Our assumptions about future home sales prices and absorption rates require significant judgment because the residential homebuilding industry is cyclical and is highly sensitive to changes in economic conditions. For certain communities, it may be prudent to reduce sales prices or further increase sales incentives in response to a variety of factors, including competitive market conditions in those specific submarkets for the product and locations of these communities. For communities where the current competitive and market dynamics indicate that assets may not be recoverable, a formal impairment analysis is performed. The formal impairment analysis consists of both qualitative considerationscompetitive market analyses and quantitative analyses reflecting market and asset specific information. The quantitative analyses compare the projected future undiscounted cash flows for each such community with its current carrying value. If the aggregate undiscounted cash flows from our quantitative analyses are in excess of the carrying value, the asset is considered to be recoverable and is not impaired. If the aggregate undiscounted cash flows are less than the carrying value, we perform a discounted cash flow analysis to determine the fair value of the community.
ForWe performed our quarterly inventory impairment assessment for the quarter ended June 30, 2020 and2021 taking into consideration the qualitative and quantitative factors discussed above, we identified 5 communities on our quarterly watch list: 2 in the West segment and 3 in the Southeast segment. None of these communitiesdetermined that no community required furthera formal impairment analysis to be performed after considering certain quantitative and qualitative factors. However, because the full magnitude and duration of the COVID-19 pandemic is uncertain and difficult to predict, changes in our(projected cash flow projections may change our conclusions onanalysis). No project in progress impairment charges were recognized during the recoverability of inventory in the future.
For the quarterthree and nine months ended June 30, 2019, there were 5 communities on our quarterly watch list: 3 in the West segment, 1 in the East,2021 and 1 in the Southeast segment. However, none of these communities required further analysis to be performed after considering certain quantitative and qualitative factors.2020, respectively.
During the quarter ended June 30, 2020, we decided to sell 2 communities under development in the West and Southeast segments representing a total of 88 lots. As a result of the change in strategy with respect to the future use of these assets, we reclassified these assets from development projects in progress to land held for sale, and recognized a $1.3 million impairment charge.Impairments on land held for sale generally represent write downs of these properties to net realizable value based on sales contracts, letters of intent, current market conditions, and recent comparable land sale transactions, as applicable. Absent an executed sales contract, our assumptions related to land sales prices require significant judgment because the real estate market is highly sensitive to changes in economic conditions, and our estimates of sale prices could differ significantly from actual results. There were 0 land held for sale impairment charges recognized during the three and nine months ended June 30, 2021 and $1.3 million of land held for sale impairment charges recognized during the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020.

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From time-to-time, we may determine to abandon lots or not exercise certain option contracts that are not projected to produce adequate results or no longer fit with our long-term strategic plan. In determining whether to abandon lots or lot option contracts, our evaluation is primarily based upon the expected cash flows from the property. Additionally, in certain limited instances, we are forced to abandon lots due to seller non-performance, or permitting or other regulatory issues that do not allow us to build on those lots. If we intend to abandon or walk away from a property, we record an abandonment charge to earnings for the deposit amount and any related capitalized costs in the period such decision is made. DuringThere were $0.2 million and $0.7 million of abandonment charges recognized during the quarterthree and nine months ended June 30, 2020, we recognized2021, respectively, and $1.0 million of abandonment charges related to 4 under contract land acquisition deals that we decided to terminate.
The following table presents, by reportable segment, our total impairmentrecognized during the three and abandonment charges for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousands2020201920202019
Projects in Progress:
West$—  $—  $—  $92,912  
Southeast—  —  —  858  
Corporate and unallocated (a)
—  —  —  16,260  
Total impairment charges on projects in progress$—  $—  $—  $110,030  
Land Held for Sale:
West$89  $—  $89  $37,963  
Southeast —   —  
Corporate and unallocated (a)
1,160  —  1,160  625  
Total impairment charges on land held for sale$1,257  $—  $1,257  $38,588  
Abandonments:
West$452  $—  $452  $—  
East32  —  32  —  
Southeast525  —  525  —  
Total abandonments charges$1,009  $—  $1,009  $—  
Total impairment and abandonment charges$2,266  $—  $2,266  $148,618  
(a) Amount represents capitalized interest and indirects balance that was impaired. Capitalized interest and indirects are maintained within our Corporate and unallocated segment.nine months ended June 30, 2020.
Lot Option Agreements and Variable Interest Entities (VIE)
As previously discussed, we also have access to land inventory through lot option contracts, which generally enable us to defer acquiring portions of properties owned by third parties and unconsolidated entities until we have determined whether to exercise our lot option. The majority of our lot option contracts require a non-refundable cash deposit or irrevocable letter of credit based on a percentage of the purchase price of the land for the right to acquire lots during a specified period of time at a specified price. Under lot option contracts, purchase of the properties is contingent upon satisfaction of certain requirements by us and the sellers. Our liability under option contracts is generally limited to forfeiture of the non-refundable deposits, letters of credit, and other non-refundable amounts incurred. We expect to exercise, subject to market conditions and seller satisfaction of contract terms, most of our remaining option contracts. Various factors, some of which are beyond our control, such as market conditions, weather conditions, and the timing of the completion of development activities, will have a significant impact on the timing of option exercises or whether lot options will be exercised at all.
The following table provides a summary of our interests in lot option agreements as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019:2020:
in thousandsin thousandsDeposits &
Non-refundable
Pre-acquisition
Costs Incurred
Remaining
Obligation
in thousandsDeposits &
Non-refundable
Pre-acquisition
Costs Incurred
Remaining
Obligation
As of June 30, 2020
As of June 30, 2021As of June 30, 2021
Unconsolidated lot option agreementsUnconsolidated lot option agreements$69,341  $384,892  Unconsolidated lot option agreements$106,569 $622,047 
As of September 30, 2019
As of September 30, 2020As of September 30, 2020
Unconsolidated lot option agreementsUnconsolidated lot option agreements$78,202  $389,705  Unconsolidated lot option agreements$75,921 $395,133 
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(6) Interest
Interest capitalized during the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 and 20192020 was limited by the balance of inventory eligible for capitalization. The following table presents certain information regarding interest for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920202019in thousands2021202020212020
Capitalized interest in inventory, beginning of periodCapitalized interest in inventory, beginning of period$134,693  $144,756  $136,565  $144,645  Capitalized interest in inventory, beginning of period$113,414 $134,693 $119,659 $136,565 
Interest incurredInterest incurred23,012  26,782  66,839  77,506  Interest incurred19,270 23,012 58,517 66,839 
Capitalized interest impairedCapitalized interest impaired(792) —  (792) (13,907) Capitalized interest impaired0 (792)0 (792)
Interest expense not qualified for capitalization and included as other expense (a)
Interest expense not qualified for capitalization and included as other expense (a)
(3,003) (961) (6,373) (1,800) 
Interest expense not qualified for capitalization and included as other expense (a)
(212)(3,003)(2,781)(6,373)
Capitalized interest amortized to home construction and land sales expenses (b)
Capitalized interest amortized to home construction and land sales expenses (b)
(21,814) (21,752) (64,143) (57,619) 
Capitalized interest amortized to home construction and land sales expenses (b)
(22,529)(21,814)(65,452)(64,143)
Capitalized interest in inventory, end of periodCapitalized interest in inventory, end of period$132,096  $148,825  $132,096  $148,825  Capitalized interest in inventory, end of period$109,943 $132,096 $109,943 $132,096 
(a) The amount of interest capitalized depends on the qualified inventory balance, which considers the status of the Company's inventory holdings. The qualifiedQualified inventory balance includes the majority of homes under construction and development projects in progress but excludes land held for future development and land held for sale.
(b) Capitalized interest amortized to home construction and land sales expenses varies based on the number of homes closed during the period and land sales, if any, as well as other factors.
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(7) Borrowings
The Company's debt, net of unamortized debt issuance costs consisted of the following as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019:2020:
in thousandsin thousandsFinal Maturity DateJune 30, 2020September 30, 2019in thousandsFinal Maturity DateJune 30, 2021September 30, 2020
Senior Unsecured Term Loan (Term Loan)Senior Unsecured Term Loan (Term Loan)September 2022$150,000  $150,000  Senior Unsecured Term Loan (Term Loan)September 2022$100,000 $100,000 
6 3/4% Senior Notes (2025 Notes)6 3/4% Senior Notes (2025 Notes)March 2025229,555  229,555  6 3/4% Senior Notes (2025 Notes)March 2025229,555 229,555 
5 7/8% Senior Notes (2027 Notes)5 7/8% Senior Notes (2027 Notes)October 2027394,000  394,000  5 7/8% Senior Notes (2027 Notes)October 2027370,255 394,000 
7 1/4% Senior Notes (2029 Notes)7 1/4% Senior Notes (2029 Notes)October 2029350,000  350,000  7 1/4% Senior Notes (2029 Notes)October 2029350,000 350,000 
Unamortized debt issuance costsUnamortized debt issuance costs(11,450) (12,470) Unamortized debt issuance costs(9,444)(10,891)
Total Senior Notes, netTotal Senior Notes, net1,112,105  1,111,085  Total Senior Notes, net1,040,366 1,062,664 
Junior Subordinated Notes (net of unamortized accretion of $33,153 and $34,703, respectively)July 203667,620  66,070  
Junior Subordinated Notes (net of unamortized accretion of $31,086 and $32,636, respectively)Junior Subordinated Notes (net of unamortized accretion of $31,086 and $32,636, respectively)July 203669,687 68,137 
Revolving Credit FacilityRevolving Credit FacilityFebruary 2022—  —  Revolving Credit FacilityFebruary 20230 
Other Secured Notes payableVarious Dates—  1,154  
Total debt, netTotal debt, net$1,179,725  $1,178,309  Total debt, net$1,110,053 $1,130,801 
Secured Revolving Credit Facility
The Secured Revolving Credit Facility (the Facility) provides working capital and letter of credit capacity of $250.0$250.0 million. The Facility is currently with 4 lenders. For additional discussion of the Facility, refer to Note 8 to the audited consolidated financial statements within our 20192020 Annual Report.
On April 27,October 8, 2020, (the Eighth Amendment Effective Date), the Company executed an Eightha Ninth Amendment to the Facility, which, among other things,Facility. The Ninth Amendment (1) reducesextended the aggregate collateral ratio (as defined in the Facility) from 4.00:1.00 to 2.50:1.00 for period commencing on the Eighth Amendment Effective Date through September 30, 2020; (2) reduces the after-acquired property exclusionary conditions (as defined in the Facility) from the producttermination date of the aggregate amount ofFacility from February 15, 2022 to February 15, 2023; (2) permits the commitments multiplied by 4.0 to the product of themaximum aggregate amount of commitments multiplied by 2.5 forunder the period commencing onCredit Agreement to be increased to up to $300.0 million pursuant to one or more additional incremental increases, subject to the Eighth Amendment Effective Date though September 30, 2020;approval of any lenders providing such increases; and (3) restrictsrevises the repurchase ofminimum liquidity covenant such that if the Company's capital stock through open market transactions forinterest coverage ratio is greater than or equal to 1.00 to 1.00 and the period commencing on the Eighth Amendment Effective Date through September 30, 2020; and (4) reduces the aggregate amount of other investments (as defined in the Facility) that can be made byhousing collateral ratio is greater than or equal to 1.75 to 1.00, the Company fromis required to maintain minimum liquidity of $50.0 million; and in all other cases, the Company is required to maintain minimum liquidity of $100.0 million to $50.0 million for the period commencing on the Eight Amendment Effective Date through September 30, 2020.million.
As of June 30, 2020,2021, 0 borrowings and 0 letters of credit were outstanding under the Facility, resulting in $250.0 million remaining capacity. As of September 30, 2019,2020, 0 borrowings and 0 letters of credit were outstanding under the Facility. The Facility requires compliance with certain covenants, including negative covenants and financial covenants. As of June 30, 2020,2021, the Company believes it was in compliance with all such covenants.

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Senior Unsecured Term Loan
On September 9, 2019, the Company entered into a term loan agreement, which provides for a Senior Unsecured Term Loan (the Term Loan) in an aggregate. The principal amountbalance as of up to $150.0June 30, 2021 was $100.0 million. The Term Loan (1) will (1) mature in September 2022, with remaining $50.0 million annual repayment installments in September 20202021 and September 2021;2022; (2) bears interest at a fixed rate of 4.875%; and (3) includes an option to prepay, subject to certain conditions and the payment of certain premiums. The Term Loan contains covenants generally consistent with the covenants contained in the Facility. As of June 30, 2020,2021, the Company believes it was in compliance with all such covenants.
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Letter of Credit Facilities
The Company has entered into stand-alone, cash-secured letter of credit agreements with banks to maintain pre-existing letters of credit and to provide for the issuance of new letters of credit (in addition to the letters of credit issued under the Facility). As of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019,2020, the Company had letters of credit outstanding under these additional facilities of $11.2$18.6 million and $14.1$12.7 million, respectively, all of which were secured by cash collateral in restricted accounts. The Company may enter into additional arrangements to provide additional letter of credit capacity.
In May 2018, the Company entered into a reimbursement agreement, which provides for the issuance of performance letters of credit, and an unsecured credit agreement that provides for the issuance of up to $50.0 million of standby letters of credit to backstop the Company's obligations under the reimbursement agreement (collectively, the "Bilateral Facility"). On June 17, 2020, the Company executed an Amendment No. 1 to the Bilateral Facility that extends the termination date of the agreement from June 10, 2021 to June 10, 2022. As of June 30, 2020,2021, the total stated amount of performance letters of credit issued under the reimbursement agreement was $37.512.2 million (and the stated amount of the backstop standby letter of credit issued under the credit agreement was $40.0$40.0 million). The Company may enter into additional arrangements to provide greater letter of credit capacity.
Senior Notes
The Company's Senior Notes are unsecured obligations ranking pari passu with all other existing and future senior indebtedness. Substantially all of the Company's significant subsidiaries are full and unconditional guarantors of the Senior Notes and are jointly and severally liable for obligations under the Senior Notes and the Facility. Each guarantor subsidiary is a 100% owned subsidiary of Beazer Homes.
All unsecured Senior Notes rank equally in right of payment with all existing and future senior unsecured obligations, senior to all of the Company's existing and future subordinated indebtedness and effectively subordinated to the Company's existing and future secured indebtedness, including indebtedness under the Facility, if outstanding, to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness. The unsecured Senior Notes and related guarantees are structurally subordinated to all indebtedness and other liabilities of all of the Company's subsidiaries that do not guarantee these notes but are fully and unconditionally guaranteed jointly and severally on a senior basis by the Company's wholly-owned subsidiaries party to each applicable indenture.
The Company's Senior Notes are issued under indentures that contain certain restrictive covenants which, among other things, restrict our ability to pay dividends, repurchase our common stock, incur certain types of additional indebtedness, and make certain investments. Compliance with the Senior Note covenants does not significantly impact the Company's operations. The Company isbelieves it was in compliance with the covenants contained in the indentures of all of its Senior Notes as of June 30, 2020.2021.
During the three months ended June 30, 2021, we repurchased $14.0 million of our outstanding 2027 Notes using cash on hand, resulting in a loss on extinguishment of debt of $1.1 million.
During the nine months ended June 30, 2021, we repurchased $23.7 million of our outstanding 2027 Notes using cash on hand, resulting in a loss on extinguishment of debt of $1.6 million.
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For additional redemption features, refer to the table below that summarizes the redemption terms of our Senior Notes:
Senior Note DescriptionIssuance DateMaturity DateRedemption Terms
6 3/4% Senior NotesMarch 2017March 2025On or prior to March 15, 2020, we may redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2025 Notes with the net cash proceeds of certain equity offerings at a redemption price equal to 106.750% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date, provided at least 65% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2025 Notes originally issued remains outstanding immediately after such redemption.
Callable at any time prior to March 15, 2020, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100.000% of the principal amount, plus a customary make-whole premium; on or after March 15, 2020, callable at a redemption price equal to 105.063% of the principal amount; on or after March 15, 2021, callable at a redemption price equal to 103.375% of the principal amount; on or after March 15, 2022, callable at a redemption price equal to 101.688% of the principal amount; on or after March 15, 2023, callable at a redemption price equal to 100.000% of the principal amount, plus, in each case, accrued and unpaid interest.
5 7/8% Senior NotesOctober 2017October 2027On or prior to October 15, 2022, we may redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2027 Notes with the net cash proceeds of certain equity offerings at a redemption price equal to 105.875% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date, provided at least 65% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2027 Notes originally issued remains outstanding immediately after such redemption.
Callable at any time prior to October 15, 2022, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100.000% of the principal amount, plus a customary make-whole premium; on or after October 15, 2022, callable at a redemption price equal to 102.938% of the principal amount; on or after October 15, 2023, callable at a redemption price equal to 101.958% of the principal amount; on or after October 15, 2024, callable at a redemption price equal to 100.979% of the principal amount; on or after October 15, 2025, callable at a redemption price equal to 100.000% of the principal amount, plus, in each case, accrued and unpaid interest.
7 1/4% Senior NotesSeptember 2019October 2029On or prior to October 15, 2022, we may redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2029 Notes with the net cash proceeds of certain equity offerings at a redemption price equal to 107.250% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date, provided at least 65% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2029 Notes originally issued remains outstanding immediately after such redemption.
Callable at any time prior to October 15, 2024, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100.000% of the principal amount, plus a customary make-whole premium; on or after October 15, 2024, callable at a redemption price equal to 103.625% of the principal amount; on or after October 15, 2025, callable at a redemption price equal to 102.417% of the principal amount; on or after October 15, 2026, callable at a redemption price equal to 101.208% of the principal amount; on or after October 15, 2027, callable at a redemption price equal to 100.000% of the principal amount, plus, in each case, accrued and unpaid interest.
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Junior Subordinated Notes
The Company's unsecured junior subordinated notes (Junior Subordinated Notes) mature on July 30, 2036.2036 and have an aggregate principal balance of $100.8 million as of June 30, 2021. The Junior Subordinated Notes are redeemable at par and paid interest at a fixed rate of 7.987% for the first ten years ending July 30, 2016. The securities now have a floating interest rate as defined in the Junior Subordinated Notes Indenture,Indentures, which was a weighted-average of 4.25%of 3.84% as of June 30, 2020.2021. The obligations relating to these notes are subordinated to the Facility and the Senior Notes. In January 2010, the Company modified the terms ofrestructured $75.0 million of these notes and recorded them at their then estimated fair value. Over the remaining life of the Junior Subordinated Notes, we will increase their carrying value until this carrying value equals the face value of the notes. As of June 30, 2020,2021, the unamortized accretion was $33.2$31.1 million and will be amortized over the remaining life of the notes. The remaining $25.8 million of these notes are subject to the terms of the original agreement, have a floating interest rate equal to three-month LIBOR plus 2.45% per annum, resetting quarterly, and are redeemable in whole or in part at par value. The material terms of the $75.0 million restructured notes are identical to the terms of the original agreement except that the floating interest rate is subject to a floor of 4.25% and a cap of 9.25%. In addition, beginning on June 1, 2012, the Company has the option to redeem the $75.0 million principal balance in whole or in part at 75% of par value; beginning on June 1, 2022, the redemption price will increase by 1.785% annually. As of June 30, 2020,2021, the Company believes it was in compliance with all covenants under the Junior Subordinated Notes.
(8) Operating Leases
The Company leases certain office space and equipment under operating leases for use in our operations. We recognize operating lease expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Certain of our lease agreements include one or more options to renew. The exercise of lease renewal options is generally at our discretion. Variable lease expense primarily relates to maintenance and other monthly expense that do not depend on an index or rate.
We determine if an arrangement is a lease at contract inception. Lease and non-lease components are accounted for as a single component for all leases. Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at the lease commencement date based on the present value of the future lease payments over the expected lease term, which includes optional renewal periods if we determine it is reasonably certain that the option will be exercised. As our leases do not provide an implicit rate, the discount rate used in the present value calculation represents our incremental borrowing rate determined using information available at the commencement date.
Operating lease expense is included as a component of general and administrative expenses in our condensed consolidated statements of operations. For the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020,2021, we recorded operating lease expense of $1.1 million and $3.4$3.3 million, respectively. Cash payments on lease liabilities during the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 totaled $1.1$1.2 million and $3.5$3.7 million, respectively. Sublease income and variable lease expenses are de minimis. The Company increased both its operating lease ROU asset and operating lease liability by $30 thousand and $3.1 million as a result of additional leases that commenced during the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020, respectively.
At June 30, 2020,2021, weighted-average remaining lease term and discount rate were as follows:
Weighted-average remaining lease term5.24.9 years
Weighted-average discount rate4.87%4.62%
The following is a maturity analysis of the annual undiscounted cash flows reconciled to the carrying value of the operating lease liabilities as of June 30, 2020:2021:
Fiscal Years Ending September 30,Fiscal Years Ending September 30,Fiscal Years Ending September 30,
in thousandsin thousandsin thousands
2020 (a)
$1,213  
20214,573  
2021 (a)
2021 (a)
$1,075 
202220223,743  20224,300 
202320232,933  20233,508 
202420241,818  20242,383 
202520252,093 
ThereafterThereafter4,270  Thereafter3,265 
Total lease paymentsTotal lease payments18,550  Total lease payments16,624 
Less: imputed interest2,258  
Less: Imputed interestLess: Imputed interest1,811 
Total operating lease liabilitiesTotal operating lease liabilities$16,292  Total operating lease liabilities$14,813 
(a) Remaining lease payments are for the period beginning July 1, 20202021 through September 30, 2020.
At September 30, 2019, under ASC 840, Leases (“ASC 840”), the future minimum rental commitments totaled $20.2 million under non-cancelable operating leases as follows: 2020 - $4.7 million; 2021 - $4.5 million; 2022 - $3.6 million; 2023 - $2.9 million; 2024 - $1.8 million; and $2.6 million thereafter.2021.
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(9) Contingencies
Beazer Homes and certain of its subsidiaries have been and continue to be named as defendants in various construction defect claims, complaints, and other legal actions. The Company is subject to the possibility of loss contingencies related to these defects as well as others arising from its business. In determining loss contingencies, we consider the likelihood of loss and our ability to reasonably estimate the amount of such loss. An estimated loss is recorded when it is considered probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount of loss can be reasonably estimated.
Warranty Reserves
We currently provide a limited warranty ranging from one to two years covering workmanship and materials per our defined quality standards. In addition, we provide a limited warranty for up to ten years covering only certain defined structural element failures.
Our homebuilding work is performed by subcontractors who typically must agree to indemnify us with regard to their work and provide certificates of insurance demonstrating that they have met our insurance requirements and have named us as an additional insured under their policies. Therefore, many claims relating to workmanship and materials that result in warranty spending are the primary responsibility of these subcontractors. In addition, we maintain insurance coverage related to our construction efforts that can result in recoveries of warranty and construction defect costs above certain specified limits.
Warranty reserves are included in other liabilities within the condensed consolidated balance sheets, and the provision for warranty accruals is included in home construction expenses in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. Reserves covering anticipated warranty expenses are recorded for each home closed. Management assesses the adequacy of warranty reserves each reporting period based on historical experience and the expected costs to remediate potential claims. Our review includes a quarterly analysis of the historical data and trends in warranty expense by division. Such analysis considers market-specific factors such as warranty experience, the number of home closings, the prices of homes, product mix, and other data in estimating warranty reserves. In addition, the analysis also contemplates the existence of any non-recurring or community-specific warranty-related matters that might not be included in historical data and trends. While estimated warranty liabilities are adjusted each reporting period based on the results of our quarterly analyses, we may not accurately predict actual warranty costs, which could lead to significant changes in the reserve.
Changes in warranty reserves are as follows for the periods presented:
Three Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30,June 30, June 30,June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920202019in thousands2021202020212020
Balance at beginning of periodBalance at beginning of period$12,058  $12,585  $13,388  $15,331  Balance at beginning of period$12,421 $12,058 $13,052 $13,388 
Accruals for warranties issued (a)
Accruals for warranties issued (a)
2,798  2,650  7,170  7,504  
Accruals for warranties issued (a)
2,921 2,798 7,958 7,170 
Changes in liability related to warranties existing in prior periodsChanges in liability related to warranties existing in prior periods(285) 157  (1,369) (1,811) Changes in liability related to warranties existing in prior periods(294)(285)26 (1,369)
Payments madePayments made(2,279) (3,155) (6,897) (8,787) Payments made(2,702)(2,279)(8,690)(6,897)
Balance at end of periodBalance at end of period$12,292  $12,237  $12,292  $12,237  Balance at end of period$12,346 $12,292 $12,346 $12,292 
(a) Accruals for warranties issued are a function of the number of home closings in the period, the selling prices of the homes closed, and the rates of accrual per home estimated as a percentage of the selling price of the home.
Insurance Recoveries
The Company has insurance policies that provide for the reimbursement of certain warranty costs incurred above specified thresholds for each period covered. Amounts recorded for anticipated insurance recoveries are reflected within the condensed consolidated statements of income as a reduction of home construction expenses. Amounts not yet received from our insurer are recorded on a gross basis, without any reduction for the associated warranty expense, within accounts receivable on our condensed consolidated balance sheets.
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Litigation
In the normal course of business, we are subject to various lawsuits. We cannot predict or determine the timing or final outcome of these lawsuits or the effect that any adverse findings or determinations in pending lawsuits may have on us. In addition, an estimate of possible loss or range of loss, if any, cannot presently be made with respect to certain of these pending matters. An unfavorable determination in any of the pending lawsuits could result in the payment by us of substantial monetary damages that may not be fully covered by insurance. Further, the legal costs associated with the lawsuits and the amount of time required to be spent by management and our Board of Directors on these matters, even if we are ultimately successful, could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows.
Claims Related to Inventory Impairment Charges. During the quarter ended March 31, 2019, we recognized inventory impairment charges related to 15 communities in California, all of which were previously land held for future development assets. Related to these inventory impairment charges, on June 5, 2019, a putative class action lawsuit was filed against Beazer Homes USA, Inc. and certain of our officers in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The proposed class consisted of all persons and entities that acquired our securities between August 1, 2014 and May 2, 2019. On October 18, 2019, the plaintiffs filed a notice of voluntary dismissal of this case, and the Court subsequently entered an order dismissing the case.
Beginning June 25, 2019, several shareholder derivative lawsuits relating to the same inventory impairment charges discussed above were filed against Beazer Homes USA, Inc., certain of our officers and members of our Board of Directors in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. The plaintiffs in these cases allege breaches of fiduciary duty, unjust enrichment and violations of the federal securities laws. These federal actions have beenwere consolidated into a single derivative action. The plaintiffs sought, among other things, monetary damages, disgorgement of profits and attorneys' and experts' fees. Additionally, a substantially similar derivative action has been filed in the Superior Court of Fulton County, Georgia. On October 5, 2020, the Court granted a motion to dismiss the consolidated federal action but provided the plaintiffs an opportunity to attempt to amend their complaint. An amended complaint was filed in late October, and a motion to dismiss was filed thereafter. On March 30, 2021, the Court granted the motion to dismiss and dismissed the plaintiffs’ claims with prejudice. The plaintiffs in eachthen filed a notice of these actions seek, among other things, monetary damages, disgorgement of profits and attorneys’ and experts’ fees,appeal but do not specify any specific amounts. We believesubsequently dismissed the allegations are without merit and intend to vigorously defend againstappeal. Thus, the claims. However, because the outcome of these legal proceedings cannot be predicted with certainty, we have determined that the amount of any possible losses or range of possible losses in connection with these mattersconsolidated federal action is not reasonably estimable.fully resolved.
Other Matters
We and certain of our subsidiaries have been named as defendants in various claims, complaints, and other legal actions, most relating to construction defects, moisture intrusion, and product liability. Certain of the liabilities resulting from these actions are covered in whole or in part by insurance. In our opinion, based on our current assessment, the ultimate resolution of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows.
We have an accrual of $3.6$4.5 million and $3.4$5.0 million in other liabilities on our condensed consolidated balance sheets related to litigation and other matters, excluding warranty, as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019,2020, respectively.
We had outstanding letters of credit and performancesurety bonds of approximately $48.7 $30.8 million and $255.6$252.7 million, respectively, as of June 30, 2020,2021, related principally to our obligations to local governments to construct roads and other improvements in various developments.
(10) Fair Value Measurements
As of the dates presented, we had assets on our condensed consolidated balance sheets that were required to be measured at fair value on a recurring or non-recurring basis. We use a fair value hierarchy that requires us to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value as follows:
Level 1 – Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
Level 2 – Inputs other than quoted prices included in Level 1 that are observable either directly or indirectly through corroboration with market data; and
Level 3 – Unobservable inputs that reflect our own estimates about the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.
Certain of our assets are required to be recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. The fair value of our deferred compensation plan assets is based on market-corroborated inputs (Level 2).
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Certain of our assets are required to be recorded at fair value on a non-recurring basis when events and circumstances indicate that the carrying value of these assets may not be recovered. We review our long-lived assets, including inventory, for recoverability when factors indicate an impairment may exist, but no less than quarterly. Fair value on assets deemed to be impaired is determined based upon the type of asset being evaluated. Fair value of our owned inventory assets, when required to be calculated, is further discussed within Notes 2 and 5. The fair value of our investments in unconsolidated entities is determined primarily using a discounted cash flow model to value the underlying net assets of the respective entities. Due to the substantial use of unobservable inputs in valuing the assets on a non-recurring basis, they are classified within Level 3.
During the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020,2021 we recognized impairments of $1.3 million 0 impairments on projects in process or land held for sale compared to 0 such impairments during the three months ended June 30, 2019.
During the nine months ended June 30, 2020, we recognized impairments of $1.3 million on land held for sale compared to $110.0 millionin impairments on projects in process and $38.6 millionimpairment charges on land held for sale during the three and nine months ended June 30, 2019.2020.
Determining within which hierarchical level an asset or liability falls requires significant judgment. We evaluate our hierarchy disclosures each quarter.
The following table presents the period-end balances of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and the impairment-date fair value of certain assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis for each hierarchy level. These balances represent only those assets whose carrying values were adjusted to fair value during the periods presented:
in thousandsin thousandsLevel 1Level 2Level 3Totalin thousandsLevel 1Level 2Level 3Total
As of June 30, 2020
As of June 30, 2021As of June 30, 2021
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
$—  $2,266  $—  $2,266  
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
$0 $2,659 $0 $2,659 
Land held for sale (b)
—  —  6,240  
(c)
6,240  
As of September 30, 2019
As of September 30, 2020As of September 30, 2020
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
$—  $1,970  $—  $1,970  
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
$$2,339 $$2,339 
Development projects in progress (b)
—  —  84,982  
(c)
84,982  
Land held for sale (b)
Land held for sale (b)
—  —  5,207  
(c)
5,207  
Land held for sale (b)
6,240 (c)6,240 
(a) Measured at fair value on a recurring basis.
(b) Measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis, including the capitalized interest and indirect costs related to the asset.
(c) Amount represents the impairment-date fair value of the development projects in progress and land held for sale assets that were impaired during the period indicated.
The fair value of cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, accounts receivable, trade accounts payable, other liabilities, and amounts due under the Facility (if outstanding), and other secured notes payable approximate their carrying amounts due to the short maturity of these assets and liabilities. When outstanding, obligations related to land not owned under option agreements approximate fair value.
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The following table presents the carrying value and estimated fair value of certain other financial liabilities as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019:2020:
As of June 30, 2020As of September 30, 2019As of June 30, 2021As of September 30, 2020
in thousandsin thousands
Carrying
Amount (a)
Fair Value
Carrying
Amount (a)
Fair Valuein thousands
Carrying
Amount (a)
Fair Value
Carrying
Amount (a)
Fair Value
Senior Notes (b)
$1,112,105  $1,082,118  $1,111,085  $1,115,011  
Senior Notes and Term Loan (b)
Senior Notes and Term Loan (b)
$1,040,366 $1,113,377 $1,062,664 $1,098,117 
Junior Subordinated Notes (c)
Junior Subordinated Notes (c)
67,620  67,620  66,070  66,070  
Junior Subordinated Notes (c)
69,687 69,687 68,137 68,137 
TotalTotal$1,179,725  $1,149,738  $1,177,155  $1,181,081  Total$1,110,053 $1,183,064 $1,130,801 $1,166,254 
(a) Carrying amounts are net of unamortized debt premiums/discounts, debt issuance costs or accretion.
(b) The estimated fair value for our publicly-held Senior Notes and the Term Loan have been determined using quoted market rates (Level 2).
(c) Since there is no trading market for our Junior Subordinated Notes, the fair value of these notes is estimated by discounting scheduled cash flows through maturity (Level 3). The discount rate is estimated using market rates currently being offered on loans with similar terms and credit quality. Judgment is required in interpreting market data to develop these estimates of fair value. Accordingly, the estimates presented herein are not necessarily indicative of the amounts that we could realize in a current market exchange.


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(11) Income Taxes
Income Tax Provision
The Company's income tax provision for quarterly interim periods is based on an estimated annual effective income tax rate calculated separately from the effect of significant, infrequent, or unusual items. The total incomeIncome tax provision, including discontinuedexpense from continuing operations was a tax expense of$10.8 million and $22.6 million for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2021, compared to $5.0 million and $8.9 million for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020, respectively, compared to an income2020. Income tax benefit of $2.2 million and $44.3 millionexpense for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2019, respectively.2021 was substantially driven by (1) income from continuing operations, partially offset by (2) the discrete impact related to the closing of a state tax audit, and (3) the discrete impact related to stock-based compensation expense as a result of current period activity. Income tax expense for the nine months ended June 30, 2020 was substantiallyprimarily driven by (1) income from continuing operations, partially offset by (2) the completion of work necessary to claim an additional $0.8 million in tax credits related to prior fiscal years, and (3) the discrete impact related to stock-based compensation expense as a result of current period activity. Income tax benefit for the nine months ended June 30, 2019 was primarily driven by (1) $148.6 million of book impairments on our land inventory assets, and (2) the completion of work necessary to claim an additional $9.8 million in tax credits related to prior fiscal years, partially offset by (3) the discrete impact related to our stock-based compensation expense.
Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities
As of December 31, 2019, the net deferred tax asset was comprised of various tax attributes that included $4.6 million of minimum tax credit carryforwards. Beginning in our fiscal 2019, the Company started making cash refund claims for significant portions of these credits due to the elimination of the alternative minimum tax in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law. The CARES Act provides companies with the ability to make a refund claim for their entire minimum tax carryforward as early as their 2018 tax return. As a result, in the quarter-ended March 31, 2020, we reduced our deferred tax asset by the remaining $4.6 million of minimum tax credits and increased our tax receivable for the refund we expect to receive with the filing of our fiscal 2019 tax return.
The Company continues to evaluate its deferred tax assets each period to determine if a valuation allowance is required based on whether it is more likely than not that some portion of these deferred tax assets will not be realized. As of June 30, 2020,2021, management concluded that it is more likely than not that a substantial portion of our deferred tax assets will be realized. As part of our analysis, we considered both positive and negative factors that impact profitability and whether those factors would lead to a change in the estimate of our deferred tax assets that may be realized in the future. As we continue to monitor the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, any sustained or prolonged reductions in future earnings periods may change our conclusions on whether we are more likely than not to realize portions of our deferred tax assets. At this time,time, our conclusions on the valuation allowance and Internal Revenue Code Section 382 limitations related to our deferred tax assets remain consistent with the determinations we made during the period ended September 30, 2019,2020, and such conclusions are based on similar company specific and industry factors to those discussed in Note 13 to the audited consolidated financial statements within our 20192020 Annual Report.
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(12) Stock-based Compensation
Stock-based compensation expense is included in general and administrative expenses in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. Following is a summary of stock-based compensation expense related to stock options and restricted stock awards for the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 and June 30, 2019,2020, respectively.
Three Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30,June 30,June 30,June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920202019in thousands2021202020212020
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense$1,659  $3,699  $4,869  $7,993  Stock-based compensation expense$3,194 $1,659 $9,254 $4,869 
Stock Options
Following is a summary of stock option activity for the nine months ended June 30, 2020:2021:
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30, 2020 June 30, 2021
SharesWeighted Average
Exercise Price
SharesWeighted Average
Exercise Price
Outstanding at beginning of periodOutstanding at beginning of period523,754  $14.34  Outstanding at beginning of period392,465 $15.47 
Granted950  10.67  
ExercisedExercised(126,492) 11.05  Exercised(277,806)14.48 
Cancelled(3,088) 9.70  
Outstanding at end of periodOutstanding at end of period395,124  $15.43  Outstanding at end of period114,659 $17.87 
Exercisable at end of periodExercisable at end of period365,348  $15.62  Exercisable at end of period113,709 $17.93 
Vested or expected to vest in the future394,255  $15.44  
As of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019, total2020, unrecognized compensation costcosts related to unvested stock options was $56 thousand andwere less than $0.1 million, respectively.million. The remaining costcosts as of June 30, 2020 is2021 are expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 0.56 years.0.68 years.
Restricted Stock Awards
During the nine months ended June 30, 2020,2021, the Company issued time-based restricted stock awards thatawards. The time-based restricted shares granted to our non-employee directors vest on the first anniversary of the grant, while the time-based restricted shares granted to our executive officers and other employees generally vest ratably over three years on each anniversary from the grant date and performance-basedof grant. Performance-based restricted stockshare awards with a payoutvest subject to the achievement of performance and market conditions over a three-year period.
Following is a summary of restricted stock activity for the nine months ended June 30, 2020:2021:
Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020Nine Months Ended June 30, 2021
Performance-Based Restricted SharesTime-Based Restricted SharesTotal Restricted Shares Performance-Based Restricted SharesTime-Based Restricted SharesTotal Restricted Shares
Beginning of periodBeginning of period778,814  611,607  1,390,421  Beginning of period796,024 610,130 1,406,154 
Granted(a)Granted(a)260,131  327,571  587,702  Granted(a)164,296 251,788 416,084 
VestedVested(242,921) (296,277) (539,198) Vested(222,165)(346,856)(569,021)
ForfeitedForfeited—  (17,674) (17,674) Forfeited(28,488)(28,488)
End of periodEnd of period796,024  625,227  1,421,251  End of period738,155 486,574 1,224,729 
(a) Each of our performance-based restricted share representsrepresent a contingent right to receive one share of the Company's common stock if vesting is satisfied at the end of the three-year performance period. Our performance stock award plans provide that any performance shares earned in excess of the target number of performance shares issued may be settled in cash or additional shares at the discretion of the Compensation Committee. In November 2019,2020, we cash settled 135,337issued 60,930 shares earned above target level based on the performance level achieved under our 2017the fiscal 2018 performance-based award plan. The cash payment totaled $2.1 million, which was reflected as a reduction to paid-in capital in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of stockholders' equity. We have not cash settled any such performance-based awards prior to or subsequent to the November 2019 transaction, and we have no current plans to cash settle any additional performance-based restricted shares in the future.
As of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019,2020, total unrecognized compensation costcosts related to unvested restricted stock awards was $9.5$9.2 million and $9.0 million, respectively. The remaining costcosts as of June 30, 2020 is2021 are expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.821.53 years.
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(13) Earnings Per Share
Basic income (loss) per share is calculated by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted-average number of shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income (loss) per share adjusts the basic income (loss) per share for the effects of any potentially dilutive securities in periods in which the Company has net income and such effects are dilutive under the treasury stock method.
Following is a summary of the components of basic and diluted income (loss) per share for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousands, except per share data2020201920202019
in thousands (except per share data)in thousands (except per share data)2021202020212020
Numerator:Numerator:Numerator:
Income (loss) from continuing operations$15,270  $11,625  $28,689  $(81,885) 
Income from continuing operations, net of taxIncome from continuing operations, net of tax$37,142 $15,270 $73,821 $28,689 
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxLoss from discontinued operations, net of tax(82) (23) (141) (64) Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax(7)(82)(161)(141)
Net incomeNet income$15,188  $11,602  $28,548  $(81,949) Net income$37,135 $15,188 $73,660 $28,548 
Denominator:Denominator:Denominator:
Basic weighted-average sharesBasic weighted-average shares29,597  30,250  29,738  30,926  Basic weighted-average shares30,022 29,597 29,915 29,738 
Dilutive effect of restricted stock awardsDilutive effect of restricted stock awards76  225  267  —  Dilutive effect of restricted stock awards517 76 352 267 
Dilutive effect of stock optionsDilutive effect of stock options 14   —  Dilutive effect of stock options23 25 
Diluted weighted-average shares (a)
Diluted weighted-average shares (a)
29,674  30,489  30,014  30,926  
Diluted weighted-average shares (a)
30,562 29,674 30,292 30,014 
Basic income (loss) per share:Basic income (loss) per share:Basic income (loss) per share:
Continuing operationsContinuing operations$0.51  $0.38  $0.96  $(2.65) Continuing operations$1.24 $0.51 $2.47 $0.96 
Discontinued operationsDiscontinued operations—  —  —  —  Discontinued operations0 (0.01)
TotalTotal$0.51  $0.38  $0.96  $(2.65) Total$1.24 $0.51 $2.46 $0.96 
Diluted income (loss) per share:Diluted income (loss) per share:Diluted income (loss) per share:
Continuing operationsContinuing operations$0.51  $0.38  $0.95  $(2.65) Continuing operations$1.22 $0.51 $2.44 $0.95 
Discontinued operationsDiscontinued operations—  —  —  —  Discontinued operations0 (0.01)
TotalTotal$0.51  $0.38  $0.95  $(2.65) Total$1.22 $0.51 $2.43 $0.95 
(a) The following potentially dilutive shares were excluded from the calculation of diluted income (loss) per share as a result of their anti-dilutive effect. Due to the reported net loss for the nine months ended June 30, 2019, all common stock equivalents were excluded from the computation of diluted loss per share for those periods because inclusion would have resulted in anti-dilution.
Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920202019in thousands2021202020212020
Stock optionsStock options372  406  390  529  Stock options12 372 227 390 
Time-based restricted stockTime-based restricted stock286  94  49  643  Time-based restricted stock0 286 1 49 
Performance-based restricted stock—  —  —  796  
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(14) Other Liabilities
Other liabilities include the following as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019:2020:
in thousandsin thousandsJune 30, 2020September 30, 2019in thousandsJune 30, 2021September 30, 2020
Accrued bonus and deferred compensation$37,515  $36,237  
Accrued compensations and benefitsAccrued compensations and benefits$44,354 $50,246 
Customer depositsCustomer deposits16,293  11,539  Customer deposits28,725 18,937 
Accrued interestAccrued interest15,748  12,767  Accrued interest15,253 23,870 
Accrued warranty expense12,292  13,388  
Warranty reserveWarranty reserve12,346 13,052 
Litigation accrual3,570  3,420  
Litigation accrualsLitigation accruals4,511 4,981 
Income tax liabilitiesIncome tax liabilities1,177  648  Income tax liabilities770 584 
OtherOther24,035  31,430  Other33,115 24,313 
TotalTotal$110,630  $109,429  Total$139,074 $135,983 
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(15) Segment Information
We currently operate in 13 states that are grouped into 3 homebuilding segments based on geography. Revenues from our homebuilding segments are derived from the sale of homes that we construct and from land and lot sales. Our reportable segments have been determined on a basis that is used internally by management for evaluating segment performance and resource allocations. We have considered the applicable aggregation criteria and have combined our homebuilding operations into 3 reportable segments as follows:
West: Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas
East: Delaware, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey(a), Tennessee, and Virginia
Southeast: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina
(a) During our fiscal 2015, we made the decision that we would not continue to reinvest in new homebuilding assets in our New Jersey division; therefore, it is no longer considered an active operation. However, it is included in this listing because the segment information below continues to include New Jersey.
Management’s evaluation of segment performance is based on segment operating income (loss).income. Operating income (loss) for our homebuilding segments is defined as homebuilding and land sales and other revenue less home construction, land development, and land sales expense, commission expense, depreciation and amortization, and certain G&A expenses that are incurred by or allocated to our homebuilding segments. The accounting policies of our segments are those described in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements within our 20192020 Annual Report.
The following tables contain our revenue, operating income, and depreciation and amortization by segment for the periods presented:
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
 June 30,June 30,
in thousands2020201920202019
Revenue
West$303,500  $238,723  $825,629  $658,097  
East108,126  118,356  297,107  301,168  
Southeast121,486  125,659  317,593  346,773  
Total revenue$533,112  $482,738  $1,440,329  $1,306,038  





Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
 June 30,June 30,
in thousands2021202020212020
Revenue
West$297,073 $303,500 $812,673 $825,629 
East162,156 108,126 413,691 297,107 
Southeast111,703 121,486 322,996 317,593 
Total revenue$570,932 $533,112 $1,549,360 $1,440,329 









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Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
 June 30,June 30,
in thousands2020201920202019
Operating income (loss) (a)
West$42,574  $29,268  $106,128  $(53,489) 
East12,423  11,247  29,257  23,571  
Southeast11,787  8,043  23,757  16,747  
Segment total66,784  48,558  159,142  (13,171) 
Corporate and unallocated (b)
(43,633) (39,015) (115,621) (112,730) 
Total operating income (loss)$23,151  $9,543  $43,521  $(125,901) 
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
 June 30,June 30,
in thousands2020201920202019
Depreciation and amortization
West$2,119  $1,415  $5,778  $3,956  
East500  658  1,605  1,743  
Southeast638  776  1,878  2,117  
Segment total3,257  2,849  9,261  7,816  
Corporate and unallocated (b)
523  393  1,573  1,096  
Total depreciation and amortization$3,780  $3,242  $10,834  $8,912  
(a) Operating income (loss) is impacted by impairment and abandonment charges incurred during the periods presented (see Note 5). For the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and June 30, 2019, we recognized $1.1 million and $131.7 million of inventory impairment and abandonment charges, respectively.
(b)
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
 June 30,June 30,
in thousands2021202020212020
Operating income
West$52,295 $42,574 $128,086 $106,128 
East27,437 12,423 61,254 29,257 
Southeast14,981 11,787 40,363 23,757 
Segment total94,713 66,784 229,703 159,142 
Corporate and unallocated (a)
(46,020)(43,633)(129,704)(115,621)
Total operating income$48,693 $23,151 $99,999 $43,521 

Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
 June 30,June 30,
in thousands2021202020212020
Depreciation and amortization
West$1,924 $2,119 $5,397 $5,778 
East602 500 1,648 1,605 
Southeast628 638 1,899 1,878 
Segment total3,154 3,257 8,944 9,261 
Corporate and unallocated (a)
535 523 1,550 1,573 
Total depreciation and amortization$3,689 $3,780 $10,494 $10,834 
(a) Corporate and unallocated operating loss includes amortization of capitalized interest, movement in capitalized indirect costs, expenses related to numerous shared services functions that benefit all segments but are not allocated to the operating segments reported above, including information technology, treasury, corporate finance, legal, branding and national marketing, and other amounts that are not allocated to our operating segments. Corporate and unallocated depreciation and amortization represents depreciation and amortization related to assets held by our corporate functions that benefit all segments. For the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and June 30, 2019, we wrote off $1.2 million and $16.9 million of capitalized interest and capitalized indirect costs, respectively (see Note 5 for further information).
The following table presents capital expenditures by segment for the periods presented:
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
in thousandsin thousands20202019in thousands20212020
Capital ExpendituresCapital ExpendituresCapital Expenditures
WestWest$3,606  $8,172  West$4,359 $3,606 
EastEast1,699  2,122  East1,334 1,699 
SoutheastSoutheast1,852  2,564  Southeast987 1,852 
Corporate and unallocatedCorporate and unallocated353  3,507  Corporate and unallocated3,639 353 
Total capital expendituresTotal capital expenditures$7,510  $16,365  Total capital expenditures$10,319 $7,510 
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The following table presents assets by segment as of June 30, 20202021 and September 30, 2019:2020:
in thousandsin thousandsJune 30, 2020September 30, 2019in thousandsJune 30, 2021September 30, 2020
AssetsAssetsAssets
WestWest$720,268  $751,110  West$714,790 $658,909 
EastEast317,228  286,340  East289,360 267,050 
SoutheastSoutheast340,654  359,431  Southeast303,093 301,827 
Corporate and unallocated (a)
Corporate and unallocated (a)
624,013  560,763  
Corporate and unallocated (a)
785,386 779,694 
Total assetsTotal assets$2,002,163  $1,957,644  Total assets$2,092,629 $2,007,480 
(a) Primarily consists of cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, deferred taxes, capitalized interest and indirect costs, and other items that are not allocated to the segments.
(16) Discontinued Operations
We continually review each of our markets in order to refine our overall investment strategy and to optimize capital and resource allocations in an effort to enhance our financial position and to increase stockholder value. This review entails an evaluation of both external market factors and our position in each market and over time has resulted in the decision to discontinue certain of our homebuilding operations. During our fiscal 2015, we made the decision that we would not continue to reinvest in new homebuilding assets in our New Jersey division; therefore, it is no longer considered an active operation. However, the results of our New Jersey division are not included in the discontinued operations information shown below.
We have classified the results of operations of our discontinued operations separately in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations for all periods presented. There were no material assets or liabilities related to our discontinued operations as of June 30, 20202021 or September 30, 2019.2020. Discontinued operations were not segregated in the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows. Therefore, amounts for certain captions in the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows will not agree with the respective data in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. The results of our discontinued operations in the condensed consolidated statements of operations for the periods presented were as follows:
Three Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30,June 30, June 30,June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920202019in thousands2021202020212020
Total revenue$—  $—  $—  $55  
Home construction and land sales expensesHome construction and land sales expenses62   47  45  Home construction and land sales expenses0 62 119 47 
Gross (loss) profit(62) (6) (47) 10  
Gross lossGross loss0 (62)(119)(47)
General and administrative expensesGeneral and administrative expenses43  23  133  90  General and administrative expenses10 43 88 133 
Operating lossOperating loss(105) (29) (180) (80) Operating loss(10)(105)(207)(180)
Equity in loss of unconsolidated entities—  —  —  (1) 
Other expense, netOther expense, net—  (1) (1) (2) Other expense, net0 0 (1)
Loss from discontinued operations before income taxesLoss from discontinued operations before income taxes(105) (30) (181) (83) Loss from discontinued operations before income taxes(10)(105)(207)(181)
Benefit from income taxesBenefit from income taxes(23) (7) (40) (19) Benefit from income taxes(3)(23)(46)(40)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxLoss from discontinued operations, net of tax$(82) $(23) $(141) $(64) Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax$(7)$(82)$(161)$(141)
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Executive Overview and Outlook
Market Conditions
The demand for new and existing homes is dependent on a variety of demographic and economic factors, including job and wage growth, household formation, consumer confidence, mortgage financing, and overall housing affordability. In general, atPrior to the startonset of our fiscal year,the COVID-19 pandemic, broad economic factors including rising levels of household formation, a constrained supply of new and used homes, wage growth, strong employment conditions and low mortgage rates that continue to be low by historical standards, were contributingcontributed to improving conditions for new home sales.
Beginning in mid-March of fiscal 2020, we, like many companies worldwide, experienced an extraordinary change in business conditions that impacted the overall economic conditions in the United States negatively. The COVID-19 pandemic and related COVID-19 control responses have resulted in, among other things, quarantines, “stay-at-home” or "shelter-in-place" orders, and similar mandates for many individualshas led to substantially restrict daily activities and for many businesses to curtail or cease normal operations. However, all the states and local governmentssignificant volatility in the markets in which we operate had deemed housing an essential service, which enabled us to continue building, selling, and delivering homes to our customers.
In response to the pandemic, we placed our highest priority on helping to protect the health and safety of our employees, customers, and trade partners. We took decisive actions in mid-March to temporarily close our sales centers, model homes and design studios to the general public. Our sales teams shifted to an appointment-only home sales process and leveraged virtual sales tools to connect with our customers online. We followed recommended social distancing and other health and safety protocols when meeting in person with a customer and shifted our corporate and division office functions to work remotely. In the field, we implemented construction site health and safety guidelines to ensure both our employees and our trade partners adhere to social distancing requirements. During the latter part of May, with restrictions easing in many of our served markets, we began to take steps to effectively and safely resume nearly all of our operations, while also expanding construction and warranty service activities to the extent permitted by local authorities.
market. While the economic recovery following the shut-down isand containment and mitigation measures of COVID-19 are still ongoing, the homebuilding industry only stalled from mid-March through April. Towards the end of April, economic conditionsdemand for new homes in our markets started to improve, evidenced by our net new orders and sales absorption rates being down 59.9% and 58.9% in April, respectively, relatively flat in May, and up 41.4% and 49.1% in June, respectively, compared to the same months in 2019.remains strong. We believe this is the result of low interest rates and short supply of homes, together with what appearsfavorable demographics and workplace changes as a result of the pandemic. We believe these factors will continue to besupport demand through at least fiscal 2021. The strong demand has also contributed to a desire by many peoplerise in home prices to move out of crowded urban areas into new homesoffset increases in the suburbs. The strength in the market may also be partially attributable to pent up demand from the earlier part of our third quarter when more restrictive "stay-at-home" orders were in place in many of our markets. Duelabor and direct building costs. In response to the returnstrong demand and construction cycle time constraints, we are proactively limiting sales pace in a number of demand towards the end of April, homebuilding gross margin (excluding impairments, abandonmentscommunities to align sales with our production capacity and amortized interest) was 21.2% for the third quarter, up 180 basis points comparedlimit our exposure to prior year quarter.raw material price inflation. We are also continuing to increase our land acquisition and development investments.
Despite growth in many of our key operational metrics as housing market conditions improved,this, the magnitude and duration of the COVID-19 pandemic remains unknown. If economic conditions deteriorate, we expect tomay experience material declines in our net new orders, closings, revenues, cash flow and/or profitability in the remainder of fiscal 2020,2021, compared to the corresponding prior-year periods, and compared to our expectations at the beginning of our 2020 fiscal year.expectations. In addition, if conditions in the overall housing market or in a specific market worsen in the future beyond our current expectations, if future changes in our business strategy significantly affect any key assumptions used in our projections of future cash flows, or if there are material changes in any of the other items we consider in assessing recoverability, we may recognize charges in future periods for inventory impairments related to our current inventory assets. Any such charges could be material to our consolidated financial statements. For further discussion of the potential impacts on our business from the COVID-19 pandemic, see Part II,I, Item 1A – Risk Factors below.within our 2020 Annual Report.
Overview of Results for Our Fiscal Third Quarter
Reflecting on the current market conditions discussed above and our operating strategy, during the third quarter of fiscal 2020,2021, we made improvements in closings,sales pace, homes in backlog, homebuilding gross profit, average selling price,margin, and net income.income as compared to the third quarter of fiscal 2020.
Profitability
For the quarter ended June 30, 2020,2021, we recorded net income from continuing operations of $15.3$37.1 million, or diluted earnings per share of $1.22, compared to net income from continuing operations of $11.6$15.3 million, or diluted earnings per share of $0.51, in the third quarter of fiscal 2019. There were certain items that impacted the comparability of net income from continuing operations between periods:2020. The increase in profitability was primarily driven by higher revenue, homebuilding gross margin and improved SG&A leverage.
Balanced Growth Strategy
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inventory impairments and abandonments charges recognized in the prior year quarter.
We recognized $1.4 million in restructuring and severance charges for the current quarter compared to no such charges in the prior year quarter.
Income tax expense from continuing operations was $5.0 million during the current quarter primarily due to income from continuing operations, as compared to $2.2 million income tax benefit for the prior year quarter primarily due to our ability to claim $4.4 million of energy efficient homebuilding tax credits.
Operating Strategy
At the start of our fiscal year, we executedexecute against our balanced growth strategy, which we define as the expansion of earnings at a faster rate than our revenue growth, supported by a less-leveraged and return-driven capital structure. Due This strategy provides us with flexibility to increase return on capital, reduce leverage, or increase investment in land and other operating assets in response to changing market conditions. Over the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic during the second quarter oflast ten years, our balanced growth strategy has led to significant improvements in profitability without asset growth. Beginning in fiscal 2020, we shifted focus on maximizing cash flow, including temporarily reducing or deferring land acquisition and development and general and administrative spending. During the third quarter of fiscal 2020 and as conditions in our markets improved, we gradually restarted land acquisition and development spending, while remaining focused on maintaining a strong liquidity position. As of June 30, 2020, our liquidity position consisted of $152.3 in cash and cash equivalents and $250.0 million of remaining capacity under the Credit Facility.
Additionally,2021, we have taken stepsbegun allocating more capital to limitgrow our total lot position, and generate higher operating margins by delivering higher margin homes and maximizing overhead expenditures, partly through reducingleverage. The following is a summary of our workforce by approximately 8.0%, which we expect will yield annualized savings of over $10.0 million. As a result, we recorded restructuringperformance against certain key operating and severance charges of $1.4 million within our general and administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2020. We are also carefully targeting land acquisition and development spending. We invested $55.7 million in land acquisition and land development spendfinancial metrics during the current period:
During the quarter ended June 30, 2021, sales per community per month was 3.2, up 18.6% from 2.7 in the prior year quarter, and our net new orders decreased to 1,199, down compared to $102.8 million12.6% from 1,372 in the prior year quarter.
Our senior leadership teamSales per community per month was 4.0 and 2.9 for the trailing 12 months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The increase in sales pace is monitoring impactsreflective of the pandemic onhigh demand for new homes primarily driven by low interest rates, short supply of homes, and consumers' reassessment of living arrangements. Given the high demand and construction cycle time constraints, we have deliberately slowed down sales in a daily basisnumber of our communities to better align sales pace with production capacity, to ensure a positive customer experience, and willto drive price appreciation to maximize margins.
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During the quarter ended June 30, 2021, our average active community count of 123 was down 26.3% from the prior year quarter. We ended the quarter with a lower active community count in part due to the strong sales pace we have experienced since the fourth fiscal quarter of 2020 through the current quarter. We are working to grow community counts by investing in new communities.
As of June 30, 2021, our land position includes 19,761 controlled lots, up 9.2% from 18,093 as of June 30, 2020. Excluding land held for future development and land held for sale lots, we controlled 19,272 active lots, up 12.6% from a year earlier. We continue to adjustevaluate strategic opportunities to purchase land within our operationsgeographic footprint, balancing our desire to reduce leverage with land acquisition strategies that maximize the efficiency of capital employed. Through expansion of our use of lot option contracts, as necessary.of June 30, 2021, we controlled 9,263 lots, or 48.1% of our total active lots, through option contracts with land developers and land bankers, as compared to 5,109 lots controlled, or 29.9% of our total active lots, through option contracts as of June 30, 2020.
Aggregated dollar value of homes in backlog as of June 30, 2021 was $1,354.6 million, up 53.1% compared to a year earlier. As a result of our strong sales pace, we ended the quarter with 3,124 homes in backlog, up 39.7% compared to a year earlier. ASP in backlog as of June 30, 2021 has risen 9.6% versus the prior year quarter to $433.6 thousand.
Homebuilding gross margin for the quarter ended June 30, 2021 was 20.2%, up from 17.0% in the prior year quarter. Homebuilding gross margin excluding impairments and abandonments and interest for the quarter ended June 30, 2021 was 24.2%, up from 21.2% in the prior year quarter. Our homebuilding gross margin has been favorably impacted by the strong demand and price appreciation, although cost pressures and the availability of labor may temper gross margin expansion in the future.
SG&A for the quarter ended June 30, 2021 was 11.1% of total revenue, down from 11.7% a year earlier. We remain focused on improving overhead cost management in relation to our revenue growth, contributing to our balanced growth strategy.
Seasonal and Quarterly Variability
Our homebuilding operating cycle historically has reflected escalating new order activity in the second and third fiscal quarters and increased closings in the third and fourth fiscal quarters. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic as well as our effort to actively manage sales pace has resulted in a shift from our typical seasonal trend such that higher levels of new order activity were observed during the first and second quarters of fiscal 2021, which led to increased closing levels starting in the second fiscal quarter as compared to fiscal 2020. Accordingly, our financial results for the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 may not be indicative of our full year results, particularly in lightresults.
Commitment to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Matters
In April 2021, we received the 2021 ENERGY STAR Partner of the COVID-19 pandemic.Year—Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy for the sixth consecutive year. The Sustained Excellence Award represents the highest honor bestowed under the ENERGY STAR program and underscores our commitment to improve energy efficiency. Our focus for fiscal 2021 is not only about positioning us for future growth but also involves another important part of our operations, namely our commitment to ESG matters. Although we believe we have been a leader among the public homebuilders in ESG for some time, we are taking a number of important steps forward in fiscal 2021. As described in our most recent proxy statement filed on December 18, 2020 (2020 Proxy Statement), we are the first national builder to publicly commit to ensuring each home we build is Net Zero Energy Ready (defined below), and we have committed to reach this objective by the end of 2025. We calculate the energy performance of our homes using the industry standard Home Energy Rating System (HERS®), which measures energy efficiency on an easy to understand scale: the lower the number, the more energy efficient the home. Net Zero Energy Ready means that every home we build will have a gross HERS® index score (before any benefit of renewable energy production) of 45 or less, and homeowners will be able to achieve net zero energy by attaching a properly sized renewable energy system. We have been among the most efficient public builders from a HERS® perspective. We believe our commitment to Net Zero Energy Ready will continue to keep the energy-efficiency of the homes we build well ahead of other new homes built to code. Further, we have incorporated HERS® environmental achievement goals into our fiscal 2021 long-term incentive compensation awards to demonstrate our commitment to Net Zero Energy Ready. Refer to our 2020 Proxy Statement for further discussions on our ESG initiatives.
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RESULTS OF CONTINUING OPERATIONS:
The following table summarizes certain key income statement metrics for the periods presented:
Three Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months EndedNine Months Ended
June 30,June 30, June 30,June 30,
$ in thousands$ in thousands2020201920202019$ in thousands2021202020212020
Revenue:Revenue:Revenue:
HomebuildingHomebuilding$532,465  $482,316  $1,437,850  $1,304,243  Homebuilding$566,930 $532,465 $1,538,576 $1,437,850 
Land sales and otherLand sales and other647  422  2,479  1,795  Land sales and other4,002 647 10,784 2,479 
TotalTotal$533,112  $482,738  $1,440,329  $1,306,038  Total$570,932 $533,112 $1,549,360 $1,440,329 
Gross profit (loss):
Gross profit:Gross profit:
HomebuildingHomebuilding$90,282  $71,719  $232,134  $88,190  Homebuilding$114,710 $90,282 $287,003 $232,134 
Land sales and otherLand sales and other(1,224) 45  (1,094) (38,451) Land sales and other813 (1,224)1,739 (1,094)
TotalTotal$89,058  $71,764  $231,040  $49,739  Total$115,523 $89,058 $288,742 $231,040 
Gross margin:Gross margin:Gross margin:
Homebuilding17.0  %14.9  %16.1 %6.8  %
Homebuilding (a)
Homebuilding (a)
20.2  %17.0  %18.7  %16.1  %
Land sales and otherLand sales and other(189.2)%10.7 %(44.1)%(2,142.1)%Land sales and other20.3 %(189.2)%16.1 %(44.1)%
TotalTotal16.7 %14.9 %16.0 %3.8 %Total20.2 %16.7 %18.6 %16.0 %
CommissionsCommissions$20,851  $18,230  $55,660  $49,965  Commissions$20,955 $20,851 $58,346 $55,660 
General and administrative expenses (G&A)General and administrative expenses (G&A)$41,276  $40,749  $121,025  $116,763  General and administrative expenses (G&A)$42,186 $41,276 $119,903 $121,025 
SG&A (commissions plus G&A) as a percentage of total revenueSG&A (commissions plus G&A) as a percentage of total revenue11.7 %12.2 %12.3 %12.8 %SG&A (commissions plus G&A) as a percentage of total revenue11.1 %11.7 %11.5 %12.3 %
G&A as a percentage of total revenueG&A as a percentage of total revenue7.7 %8.4 %8.4 %8.9 %G&A as a percentage of total revenue7.4 %7.7 %7.7 %8.4 %
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization$3,780  $3,242  $10,834  $8,912  Depreciation and amortization$3,689 $3,780 $10,494 $10,834 
Operating income (loss)$23,151  $9,543  $43,521  $(125,901) 
Operating income (loss) as a percentage of total revenue4.3 %2.0 %3.0 %(9.6)%
Operating incomeOperating income$48,693 $23,151 $99,999 $43,521 
Operating income as a percentage of total revenueOperating income as a percentage of total revenue8.5 %4.3 %6.5 %3.0 %
Effective tax rate (a)(b)
Effective tax rate (a)(b)
24.6 %(23.1)%23.8 %35.1 %
Effective tax rate (a)(b)
22.5 %24.6 %23.5 %23.8 %
Equity in income of unconsolidated entitiesEquity in income of unconsolidated entities$ $299  $138  $316  Equity in income of unconsolidated entities$313 $$424 $138 
Gain on extinguishment of debt$—  $358  $—  $574  
Loss on extinguishment of debtLoss on extinguishment of debt$(1,050)$— $(1,613)$— 
(a) Excluding impairments, abandonments, and interest amortized to cost of sales, homebuilding gross margin was 24.2% and 21.2% for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and 22.9% and 20.7% for the nine months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
(b) Calculated as tax expense (benefit) for the period divided by income (loss) from continuingcontinuing operations. Due to a variety of factors, including the impact of discrete tax items on our effective tax rate, our income tax benefitexpense is notnot always directly correlated to the amount of pre-tax income for the associated periods.

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EBITDA: Reconciliation of Net Income (Loss) to Adjusted EBITDA
Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to total company net income, (loss), the most directly comparable GAAP measure, is provided for each period discussed below. Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA assists investors in understanding and comparing the operating characteristics of homebuilding activities by eliminating many of the differences in companies' respective capitalization, tax position, and level of impairments. These EBITDA measures should not be considered alternatives to net income (loss) determined in accordance with GAAP as an indicator of operating performance.
The reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to total company net income (loss) below differs from prior year, as it reclassifies stock-based compensation expense from an adjustment within EBITDA to an adjustment within Adjusted EBITDA in order to accurately present EBITDA per its definition.
The following table reconciles our net income (loss) to Adjusted EBITDA for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
LTM Ended June 30,(a)
Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
LTM Ended June 30,(a)
in thousandsin thousands2020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 19in thousands2021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 20
Net income (loss)$15,188  $11,602  $3,586  $28,548  $(81,949) $110,497  $30,977  $(21,344) $52,321  
Expense (benefit) from income taxes4,958  (2,187) 7,145  8,900  (44,279) 53,179  15,934  (63,139) 79,073  
Net incomeNet income$37,135 $15,188 $21,947 $73,660 $28,548 $45,112 $97,338 $30,977 $66,361 
Expense from income taxesExpense from income taxes10,801 4,958 5,843 22,587 8,900 13,687 31,351 15,934 15,417 
Interest amortized to home construction and land sales expenses and capitalized interest impairedInterest amortized to home construction and land sales expenses and capitalized interest impaired22,606  21,752  854  64,935  71,526  (6,591) 102,350  106,058  (3,708) Interest amortized to home construction and land sales expenses and capitalized interest impaired22,529 22,606 (77)65,452 64,935 517 96,179 102,350 (6,171)
Interest expense not qualified for capitalizationInterest expense not qualified for capitalization3,003  961  2,042  6,373  1,800  4,573  7,682  1,835  5,847  Interest expense not qualified for capitalization212 3,003 (2,791)2,781 6,373 (3,592)4,876 7,682 (2,806)
EBITEBIT45,755  32,128  13,627  108,756  (52,902) 161,658  156,943  23,410  133,533  EBIT70,677 45,755 24,922 164,480 108,756 55,724 229,744 156,943 72,801 
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization3,780  3,242  538  10,834  8,912  1,922  16,681  13,490  3,191  Depreciation and amortization3,689 3,780 (91)10,494 10,834 (340)15,300 16,681 (1,381)
EBITDAEBITDA49,535  35,370  14,165  119,590  (43,990) 163,580  173,624  36,900  136,724  EBITDA74,366 49,535 24,831 174,974 119,590 55,384 245,044 173,624 71,420 
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense1,659  3,699  (2,040) 4,869  7,993  (3,124) 7,402  10,559  (3,157) Stock-based compensation expense3,194 1,659 1,535 9,254 4,869 4,385 14,421 7,402 7,019 
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt—  (358) 358  —  (574) 574  25,494  1,361  24,133  
Loss on extinguishment of debtLoss on extinguishment of debt1,050 — 1,050 1,613 — 1,613 1,613 25,494 (23,881)
Inventory impairments and abandonments (b)
Inventory impairments and abandonments (b)
1,474  —  1,474  1,474  134,711  (133,237) 1,474  139,081  (137,607) 
Inventory impairments and abandonments (b)
231 1,474 (1,243)696 1,474 (778)1,333 1,474 (141)
Joint venture impairment and abandonment charges—  —  —  —  —  —  —  341  (341) 
Restructuring and severance expensesRestructuring and severance expenses1,361  —  1,361  1,361  —  1,361  1,361  —  1,361  Restructuring and severance expenses 1,361 (1,361)(10)1,361 (1,371)(54)1,361 (1,415)
Litigation settlement in discontinued operationsLitigation settlement in discontinued operations —  120 — 120 1,380 — 1,380 
Adjusted EBITDAAdjusted EBITDA$54,029  $38,711  $15,318  $127,294  $98,140  $29,154  $209,355  $188,242  $21,113  Adjusted EBITDA$78,841 $54,029 $24,812 $186,647 $127,294 $59,353 $263,737 $209,355 $54,382 
(a) “LTM” indicates amounts for the trailing 12 months.
(b) In periods during which we impaired certain of our inventory assets, capitalized interest that is impaired is included in the line above titled “Interest amortized to home construction and land sales expenses and capitalized interest impaired.”
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Homebuilding Operations Data
The following table summarizes new orders and cancellation rates by reportable segment for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended June 30,
New Orders, netCancellation Rates New Orders, netCancellation Rates
2020201920 vs 1920202019 2021202021 vs 2020212020
WestWest775  850  (8.8)%21.8 %15.9 %West715 775 (7.7)%11.4 %21.8 %
EastEast287  334  (14.1)%19.4 %13.9 %East263 287 (8.4)%11.1 %19.4 %
SoutheastSoutheast310  360  (13.9)%21.1 %14.7 %Southeast221 310 (28.7)%8.7 %21.1 %
TotalTotal1,372  1,544  (11.1)%21.1 %15.2 %Total1,199 1,372 (12.6)%10.9 %21.1 %
Nine Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
New Orders, netCancellation Rates New Orders, netCancellation Rates
2020201920 vs 1920202019 2021202021 vs 2020212020
WestWest2,465  2,175  13.3 %17.9 %16.4 %West2,613 2,465 6.0 %11.6 %17.9 %
EastEast871  869  0.2 %15.8 %16.0 %East940 871 7.9 %10.7 %15.8 %
SoutheastSoutheast948  1,074  (11.7)%17.1 %15.4 %Southeast942 948 (0.6)%9.6 %17.1 %
TotalTotal4,284  4,118  4.0 %17.3 %16.1 %Total4,495 4,284 4.9 %11.0 %17.3 %
Net new orders for the quarter ended June 30, 20202021 decreased to 1,372,1,199, down 11.1%12.6% from the quarter ended June 30, 2019.2020. The decrease in net new orders was driven primarily by a decrease in average active communitiescommunity count from 174167 in the prior year quarter to 167, a decrease123, partially offset by an increase in absorption ratesales pace from 3.02.7 sales per community per month in the prior year quarter to 2.7,3.2, and an increasea decrease in cancellation rates from 15.2%21.1% in the prior year quarter to 21.1%10.9%. OurWe are working to grow community counts by investing in new communities, and we are also actively managing sales absorption ratepace, in part by selectively increasing prices and cancellation rates for the current year quarter were negatively impacted by COVID-19, however, beginninglimiting lot releases in May, we have experienced steady improvementssome communities, to optimize margins and lot supplies in our order trends. When compared to the same periods in the prior year, our 2020 netcommunities.
Net new orders were down 59.9% in April, down 5.8% in May and up 41.4% in June.
Forfor the nine months ended June 30, 2020, net new order growth experienced increases in all of our segments, except2021 increased to 4,495, up 4.9% from the Southeast.nine months ended June 30, 2020. The increase in net new orders inwas primarily driven by the West is due to strong performance in our Las Vegas and Phoenix marketssales pace experienced during the first half of thiscurrent fiscal year. The increase in net new orders in the East is due to strong performance in our Nashville market during the second quarter of this fiscal year. The Southeast experienced net new order decreases driven by declines in average active community counts, primarily due to Raleigh and Myrtle Beach markets, as we work to rebuild community counts by investing in new communities.
The table below summarizes backlog units by reportable segment as well as the aggregate dollar value and ASP of homes in backlog as of June 30, 20202021 and June 30, 2019:2020:
As of June 30,As of June 30,
2020201920 vs 19 2021202021 vs 20
Backlog Units:Backlog Units:Backlog Units:
WestWest1,199  1,152  4.1 %West1,814 1,199 51.3 %
EastEast565  503  12.3 %East690 565 22.1 %
SoutheastSoutheast473  609  (22.3)%Southeast620 473 31.1 %
TotalTotal2,237  2,264  (1.2)%Total3,124 2,237 39.7 %
Aggregate dollar value of homes in backlog (in millions)Aggregate dollar value of homes in backlog (in millions)$884.9  $881.6  0.4 %Aggregate dollar value of homes in backlog (in millions)$1,354.6 $884.9 53.1 %
ASP in backlog (in thousands)ASP in backlog (in thousands)$395.6  $389.4  1.6 %ASP in backlog (in thousands)$433.6 $395.6 9.6 %
Backlog reflects the number of homes for which the Company has entered into a sales contract with a customer but has not yet delivereddelivered the home. Homes in backlog are generallyhave historically been delivered within three to six months following commencement of construction.construction. Due to the stronger than expected demand for new homes during the economic recovery, we have seen some disruptions in our supply chain, including the availability of certain materials and construction labor, which has led to extended construction cycle times. Homes in backlog are currently delivered within four to nine months following commencement of construction. The aggregate dollar value of homes in backlog as of June 30, 20202021 increased 0.4%53.1% compared to June 30, 20192020, due to a 1.6%9.6% increase in the ASP of homes in backlog offset byand a 1.2% decrease39.7% increase in backlog units. The decrease in backlog units was primarily due to the aforementioned decrease in net new orders, partially offset by beginning the quarter with more units in backlog for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020 compared to the same period a year ago. Due to the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, we could experience higher cancellation rates compared to prior periods related to homes within our backlog as of June 30, 2020.
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Homebuilding Revenue, Average Selling Price, and Closings
The table below summarizes homebuilding revenue, the ASP of our homes closed, and closings by reportable segment for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30, Three Months Ended June 30,
Homebuilding RevenueAverage Selling PriceClosings Homebuilding RevenueAverage Selling PriceClosings
$ in thousands$ in thousands2020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 19$ in thousands2021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 20
WestWest$303,500  $238,723  27.1 %$370.6  $354.2  4.6 %819  674  21.5 %West$294,834 $303,500 (2.9)%$385.4 $370.6 4.0 %765 819 (6.6)%
EastEast108,126  117,934  (8.3)%491.5  479.4  2.5 %220  246  (10.6)%East160,393 108,126 48.3 %486.0 491.5 (1.1)%330 220 50.0 %
SoutheastSoutheast120,839  125,659  (3.8)%369.5  360.1  2.6 %327  349  (6.3)%Southeast111,703 120,839 (7.6)%394.7 369.5 6.8 %283 327 (13.5)%
TotalTotal$532,465  $482,316  10.4 %$389.8  $380.1  2.6 %1,366  1,269  7.6 %Total$566,930 $532,465 6.5 %$411.4 $389.8 5.5 %1,378 1,366 0.9 %
Nine Months Ended June 30, Nine Months Ended June 30,
Homebuilding RevenueAverage Selling PriceClosings Homebuilding RevenueAverage Selling PriceClosings
$ in thousands$ in thousands2020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 19$ in thousands2021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 20
WestWest$825,129  $658,097  25.4 %$367.1  $349.9  4.9 %2,248  1,881  19.5 %West$805,617 $825,129 (2.4)%$372.3 $367.1 1.4 %2,164 2,248 (3.7)%
EastEast295,782  299,450  (1.2)%457.2  462.8  (1.2)%647  647  — %East410,350 295,782 38.7 %469.5 457.2 2.7 %874 647 35.1 %
SoutheastSoutheast316,939  346,696  (8.6)%368.5  361.9  1.8 %860  958  (10.2)%Southeast322,609 316,939 1.8 %383.1 368.5 4.0 %842 860 (2.1)%
TotalTotal$1,437,850  $1,304,243  10.2 %$382.9  $374.1  2.4 %3,755  3,486  7.7 %Total$1,538,576 $1,437,850 7.0 %$396.5 $382.9 3.6 %3,880 3,755 3.3 %
For the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020, the 2021, homebuilding revenue increased primarily as a result of increase in ASP and closings. The ASP changes were impacted primarily by price appreciation due to strong demand and short supply of homes, as well as a change in mix of closings between geographies, products, and among communities within each individual market as compared to the prior year period. It was also positively impactedOn average, we anticipate that our ASP will continue to increase in the near-term as indicated by our operational strategiesthe ASP for homes in backlog as well as continued price appreciation in certain geographies.of June 30, 2021.
For the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020, year-over-year increases2021, the large increase in closings for the WestEast segment were primarily attributable to our Las Vegas and Southern California markets, which hadwas the result of higher units in beginning backlog for quarter to date and year to date fiscal 2020 relative2021 compared to the beginning of fiscal 2019. Closings2020. The slight decrease in ASP in the East segment were down for the quarter and flat year-over-year, primarily driven by the higher cancellation rate and lower net new order conversions. Sthree months ended outheast segment closings were down year-over-year as a result of lower beginning units in backlog for fiscal 2020 relative to the beginning of fiscal 2019.
Our higher ASP coupled with the overall increase in closings described above resulted in growth in homebuilding revenue for the quarter ended June 30, 20202021 compared to the prior year quarter.quarter was due to a change in mix of closings between geographies and products.
For the three and ninemonths ended June 30, 2021, the decrease in closings in our West and Southeast segments was due to a decrease in backlog conversion rates as a result of longer production cycle times compared to the prior year, partially offset by higher units in beginning backlog for quarter to date and year to date fiscal 2021 compared to fiscal 2020.

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Homebuilding Gross Profit (Loss) and Gross Margin
The following tables present our homebuilding (HB) gross profit and gross margin by reportable segment and in total. In addition, such amounts are presented excluding inventory impairments and abandonments and interest amortized to cost of sales (COS). Homebuilding gross profit is defined as homebuilding revenue less home cost of sales (which includes land and land development costs, home construction costs, capitalized interest, indirect costs of construction, estimated warranty costs, closing costs, and inventory impairment and abandonment charges).
Three Months Ended June 30, 2020Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
$ in thousands$ in thousandsHB Gross
Profit (Loss)
HB Gross
Margin
Impairments &
Abandonments
(I&A)
HB Gross
Profit (Loss) w/o
I&A
HB Gross
Margin w/o
I&A
Interest
Amortized  to
COS (Interest)
HB Gross Profit
w/o I&A and
Interest
HB Gross  Margin
w/o I&A and
Interest
$ in thousandsHB Gross
Profit
HB Gross
Margin
Impairments &
Abandonments
(I&A)
HB Gross
Profit w/o
I&A
HB Gross
Margin w/o
I&A
Interest
Amortized  to
COS (Interest)
HB Gross Profit
w/o I&A and
Interest
HB Gross  Margin
w/o I&A and
Interest
WestWest$67,050  22.1 %$452  $67,502  22.2 %$—  $67,502  22.2 %West$75,233 25.5 %$ $75,233 25.5 %$ $75,233 25.5 %
EastEast21,932  20.3 %32  21,964  20.3 %—  21,964  20.3 %East38,296 23.9 % 38,296 23.9 % 38,296 23.9 %
SoutheastSoutheast23,849  19.7 %525  24,374  20.2 %—  24,374  20.2 %Southeast25,352 22.7 %231 25,583 22.9 % 25,583 22.9 %
Corporate & unallocated(a)Corporate & unallocated(a)(22,549) —  (22,549) 21,814  (735) Corporate & unallocated(a)(24,171) (24,171)22,529 (1,642)
Total homebuildingTotal homebuilding$90,282  17.0 %$1,009  $91,291  17.1 %$21,814  $113,105  21.2 %Total homebuilding$114,710 20.2 %$231 $114,941 20.3 %$22,529 $137,470 24.2 %
Three Months Ended June 30, 2019Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
$ in thousands$ in thousandsHB Gross
Profit (Loss)
HB Gross
Margin
Impairments &
Abandonments
(I&A)
HB Gross
Profit (Loss) w/o
I&A
HB Gross
Margin w/o
I&A
Interest
Amortized to
COS
(Interest)
HB Gross Profit
w/o I&A and
Interest
HB Gross Margin
w/o I&A and
Interest
$ in thousandsHB Gross
Profit
HB Gross
Margin
Impairments &
Abandonments
(I&A)
HB Gross
Profit w/o
I&A
HB Gross
Margin w/o
I&A
Interest
Amortized to
COS
(Interest)
HB Gross Profit
w/o I&A and
Interest
HB Gross Margin
w/o I&A and
Interest
WestWest$49,632  20.8 %$—  $49,632  20.8 %$—  $49,632  20.8 %West$67,050 22.1 %$452 $67,502 22.2 %$— $67,502 22.2 %
EastEast22,015  18.7 %—  22,015  18.7 %—  22,015  18.7 %East21,932 20.3 %32 21,964 20.3 %— 21,964 20.3 %
SoutheastSoutheast20,407  16.2 %—  20,407  16.2 %—  20,407  16.2 %Southeast23,849 19.7 %525 24,374 20.2 %— 24,374 20.2 %
Corporate & unallocated(a)Corporate & unallocated(a)(20,335) —  (20,335) 21,752  1,417  Corporate & unallocated(a)(22,549)— (22,549)21,814 (735)
Total homebuildingTotal homebuilding$71,719  14.9 %$—  $71,719  14.9 %$21,752  $93,471  19.4 %Total homebuilding$90,282 17.0 %$1,009 $91,291 17.1 %$21,814 $113,105 21.2 %
Nine Months Ended June 30, 2021
$ in thousandsHB Gross
Profit
HB Gross
Margin
Impairments &
Abandonments
(I&A)
HB Gross
Profit w/o
I&A
HB Gross
Margin w/o
I&A
Interest
Amortized to
COS
(Interest)
HB Gross Profit
w/o I&A and
Interest
HB Gross Margin
w/o I&A and
Interest
West$193,702 24.0 %$ $193,702 24.0 %$ $193,702 24.0 %
East91,730 22.4 %465 92,195 22.5 % 92,195 22.5 %
Southeast70,461 21.8 %231 70,692 21.9 % 70,692 21.9 %
Corporate & unallocated (a)
(68,890) (68,890)65,199 (3,691)
Total homebuilding$287,003 18.7 %$696 $287,699 18.7 %$65,199 $352,898 22.9 %
Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020
$ in thousandsHB Gross
Profit
HB Gross
Margin
Impairments &
Abandonments
(I&A)
HB Gross
Profit w/o
I&A
HB Gross
Margin w/o
I&A
Interest
Amortized to
COS
(Interest)
HB Gross Profit
w/o I&A and
Interest
HB Gross Margin
w/o I&A and
Interest
West$175,964 21.3 %$452 $176,416 21.4 %$— $176,416 21.4 %
East57,780 19.5 %32 57,812 19.5 %— 57,812 19.5 %
Southeast57,963 18.3 %525 58,488 18.5 %— 58,488 18.5 %
Corporate & unallocated (a)
(59,573)— — (59,573)64,143 4,570 
Total homebuilding$232,134 16.1 %$1,009 $233,143 16.2 %$64,143 $297,286 20.7 %

(a)
Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020
$ in thousandsHB Gross
Profit (Loss)
HB Gross
Margin
Impairments &
Abandonments
(I&A)
HB Gross
Profit (Loss) w/o
I&A
HB Gross
Margin w/o
I&A
Interest
Amortized to
COS
(Interest)
HB Gross Profit
w/o I&A and
Interest
HB Gross Margin
w/o I&A and
Interest
West$175,964  21.3 %$452  $176,416  21.4 %$—  $176,416  21.4 %
East57,780  19.5 %32  57,812  19.5 %—  57,812  19.5 %
Southeast57,963  18.3 %525  58,488  18.5 %—  58,488  18.5 %
Corporate & unallocated(59,573) —  (59,573) 64,143  4,570  
Total homebuilding$232,134  16.1 %$1,009  $233,143  16.2 %$64,143  $297,286  20.7 %
Nine Months Ended June 30, 2019
$ in thousandsHB Gross
Profit (Loss)
HB Gross
Margin
Impairments &
Abandonments
(I&A)
HB Gross
Profit (Loss) w/o
I&A
HB Gross
Margin w/o
I&A
Interest
Amortized to
COS
(Interest)
HB Gross Profit
w/o I&A and
Interest
HB Gross Margin
w/o I&A and
Interest
West$43,671  6.6 %$92,912  $136,583  20.8 %$—  $136,583  20.8 %
East52,843  17.6 %—  52,843  17.6 %—  52,843  17.6 %
Southeast54,713  15.8 %858  55,571  16.0 %—  55,571  16.0 %
Corporate & unallocated(63,037) —  16,260  (46,777) 57,619  10,842  
Total homebuilding$88,190  6.8 %$110,030  $198,220  15.2 %$57,619  $255,839  19.6 %
Corporate and unallocated includes capitalized interest amortized to HB cost of sales, and indirect costs capitalized and amortized related to HB cost of sales.
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Our homebuilding gross profit increased by $18.6$24.4 million to $90.3$114.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2020,2021, compared to $71.7$90.3 million in the prior year quarter. The increase in homebuilding gross profit was primarily driven by growth in homebuilding revenue of $50.1$34.5 million, as well as higherand an increase in gross margin.margin of 320 basis points to 20.2%. However, as shown in the tables above, the comparability of our gross profit and gross margin was modestly impacted by impairments and abandonment charges which increaseddecreased by $1.0$0.8 million, and interest amortized to homebuilding cost of sales which increased by less than $0.1by $0.7 million period-over-periodperiod-over-period (refer to Note 5 and Note 6 of the notes to ourthe condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q respectively)for additional details). When excluding the impact of impairment and abandonments charges and interest amortized to homebuilding cost of sales, homebuilding gross profit increased by $19.6$24.4 million compared to the prior year quarter, while homebuilding gross margin increased by 180300 basis points percent to 21.2%24.2%.
Our homebuilding gross profit increased by $143.9$54.9 million to $232.1$287.0 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2020, from $88.22021, compared to $232.1 million in the prior year period.quarter. The increase in homebuilding gross profit was primarily driven by the $110.0growth in homebuilding revenue of $100.7 million, impairment charges on projectsand an increase in progress in our Southern California market during the second quartergross margin of fiscal 2019.260 basis points to 18.7%. However, as shown in the tables above, the comparability of our gross profit and gross margin for the nine-month period was alsomodestly impacted by impairments and abandonment charges which decreased by $0.3 million, and interest amortized to homebuilding cost of sales which increased by $6.5$1.1 million from $57.6 million in the prior year nine-month periodperiod-over-period (refer to $64.1 million in the current period (refer toNote 5 and Note 6 of the notes to ourthe condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q)10-Q for additional details). When excluding the impact of impairment and abandonmentabandonments charges and interest amortized to homebuilding cost of sales, homebuilding gross profit increased by $41.4$55.6 million compared to the prior year period, and our home buildingquarter, while homebuilding gross margin improvedincreased by 110220 basis points percent to 20.7%22.9%.
The year-over-year improvement in gross margin for the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 is due to a varietyprimarily driven by lower sales incentives and pricing increases, although cost pressures and the availability of factors, including: (1) the mix of closings between geographies/markets, individual communities within each market, and product type; (2) our pricing strategies, including thelabor may temper gross margin impact on homes closed during the current quarter; (3) increased focus on managing our house costs and improving cycle times; and (4) favorable discrete itemsexpansion in the current period, such as lower warranty costs.future.
Measures of homebuilding gross profit and gross margin after excluding inventory impairments and abandonments, interest amortized to cost of sales, and other non-recurring items are not GAAP financial measures. These measures should not be considered alternatives to homebuilding gross profit and gross margin determined in accordance with GAAP as an indicator of operating performance.
In particular, the magnitude and volatility of non-cash inventory impairment and abandonment charges for the Company and other homebuilders have been significant historically and, as such, have made financial analysis of our industry more difficult. Homebuilding metrics excluding these charges, as well as interest amortized to cost of sales and other similar presentations by analysts and other companies, are frequently used to assist investors in understanding and comparing the operating characteristics of homebuilding activities by eliminating many of the differences in companies' respective level of impairments and levels of debt. Management believes these non-GAAP measures enable holders of our securities to better understand the cash implications of our operating performance and our ability to service our debt obligations as they currently exist and as additional indebtedness is incurred in the future. These measures are also useful internally, helping management to compare operating results and to measure cash available for discretionary spending.
In a given period, our reported gross profit is generated from both communities previously impaired and communities not previously impaired. In addition, as indicated above, certain gross profit amounts arise from recoveries of prior period costs, including warranty items that are not directly tied to communities generating revenue in the period. Home closings from communities previously impaired would, in most instances, generate very low or negative gross margins prior to the impact of the previously recognized impairment. Gross margin for each home closing is higher for a particular community after an impairment because the carrying value of the underlying land was previously reduced to the present value of future cash flows as a result of the impairment, leading to lower cost of sales at the home closing. This improvement in gross margin resulting from one or more prior impairments is frequently referred to in the aggregate as the “impairment turn” or “flow-back” of impairments within the reporting period. The amount of this impairment turn may exceed the gross margin for an individual impaired asset if the gross margin for that asset prior to the impairment would have been negative. The extent to which this impairment turn is greater than the reported gross margin for the individual asset is related to the specific historical cost basis of that individual asset.
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The asset valuations that result from our impairment calculations are based on discounted cash flow analyses and are not derived by simply applying prospective gross margins to individual communities. As such, impaired communities may have gross margins that are somewhat higher or lower than the gross margins for unimpaired communities. The mix of home closings in any particular quarter varies to such an extent that comparisons between previously impaired and never impaired communities would not be a reliable way to ascertain profitability trends or to assess the accuracy of previous valuation estimates. In addition, since any amount of impairment turn is tied to individual lots in specific communities, it will vary considerably from period to period. As a result of these factors, we review the impairment turn impact on gross margin on a trailing 12-month basis rather than a quarterly basis as a way of considering whether our impairment calculations are resulting in gross margins for impaired communities that are comparable to our unimpaired communities. For the trailing 12-month period, our homebuilding gross margin was 15.8%was 18.2% and excluding interest and inventory impairments and abandonments, it was 20.4%22.6%. For the same trailing 12-month period, homebuildinghomebuilding gross margin was as follows in those communities that have previously been impaired, which represented 9.9%represented 8.9% of totaltotal closings during this period:
Homebuilding Gross Margin from previously impaired communities:
Pre-impairment turn gross margin(1.4)5.2 %
Impact of interest amortized to COS related to these communities4.54.2 %
Pre-impairment turn gross margin, excluding interest amortization3.19.4 %
Impact of impairment turns17.816.9 %
Gross margin (post impairment turns), excluding interest amortization20.926.3 %
For a further discussion of our impairment policies, and communities impaired during the prior year quarter, refer to Notes 2 and 5 of the notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q.
Land Sales and Other Revenue and Gross Profit (Loss)
Land sales relate to land and lots sold that do not fit within our homebuilding programs and strategic plans in certain markets. In some periods, weplans. We also have other revenue related to broker fees as well as fees receivedtitle examinations provided for general contractor services that we perform on behalf of third parties.our homebuyers in certain markets. The following table summarizestables summarize our land sales and other revenue and related gross profit (loss) by reportable segment for the periods presented:
Land Sales and Other RevenueLand Sales and Other Gross Profit (Loss)Land Sales and Other RevenueLand Sales and Other Gross Profit
Three Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 19in thousands2021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 20
WestWest$—  $—  $—  $(89) $—  $(89) West$2,239 $— $2,239 $606 $(89)$695 
EastEast—  422  (422) —  45  (45) East1,763 — 1,763 207 — 207 
SoutheastSoutheast647  —  647  25  —  25  Southeast 647 (647) 25 (25)
Corporate and unallocated (a)
Corporate and unallocated (a)
—  —  —  (1,160) —  (1,160) 
Corporate and unallocated (a)
 —   (1,160)1,160 
TotalTotal$647  $422  $225  $(1,224) $45  $(1,269) Total$4,002 $647 $3,355 $813 $(1,224)$2,037 
Land Sales and Other RevenuesLand Sales and Other Gross Profit
Nine Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 20
WestWest$7,056 $500 $6,556 $1,625 $(69)$1,694 
EastEast3,341 1,325 2,016 349 101 248 
SoutheastSoutheast387 654 (267)73 34 39 
Corporate and unallocated (a)
Corporate and unallocated (a)
 —  (308)(1,160)852 
TotalTotal$10,784 $2,479 $8,305 $1,739 $(1,094)$2,833 
Land Sales and Other RevenueLand Sales and Other Gross Profit (Loss)
Nine Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousands2020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 19
West$500  $—  $500  $(69) $(37,963) $37,894  
East1,325  1,718  (393) 101  141  (40) 
Southeast654  77  577  34  (4) 38  
Corporate and unallocated (a)
—  —  —  (1,160) (625) (535) 
Total$2,479  $1,795  $684  $(1,094) $(38,451) $37,357  
(a) Amounts representsCorporate and unallocated includes capitalized interest and indirects balance that was impairedcapitalized indirect costs expensed to land cost of sale related to land held for sale assets.sold.
To further support our efforts to reduce leverage, we continued to focus on closing a number of land sales in the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 for land positions that did not fit within our strategic plans. Future land and lot sales will depend on a variety of factors, including local market conditions, individual community performance, and changing strategic plans.


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In addition, during the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020, we recognized $1.3 million of impairment charges related to land held for sale assets located in our West segment and Southeast segment. During the nine months ended June 30, 2019, we recognized $38.6 million of impairment charges related to land held for sale assets location in California within our West segment. Please see Note 5 of the notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q for additional details.
Operating Income (Loss)
The table below summarizes operating income by reportable segment for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended June 30,Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousandsin thousands2020201920 vs 192020201920 vs 19in thousands2021202021 vs 202021202021 vs 20
WestWest$42,574  $29,268  $13,306  $106,128  $(53,489) $159,617  West$52,295 $42,574 $9,721 $128,086 $106,128 $21,958 
EastEast12,423  11,247  1,176  29,257  23,571  5,686  East27,437 12,423 15,014 61,254 29,257 31,997 
SoutheastSoutheast11,787  8,043  3,744  23,757  16,747  7,010  Southeast14,981 11,787 3,194 40,363 23,757 16,606 
Corporate and unallocated (a)
Corporate and unallocated (a)
(43,633) (39,015) (4,618) (115,621) (112,730) (2,891) 
Corporate and unallocated (a)
(46,020)(43,633)(2,387)(129,704)(115,621)(14,083)
Operating income (loss) (b)
$23,151  $9,543  $13,608  $43,521  $(125,901) $169,422  
Operating incomeOperating income$48,693 $23,151 $25,542 $99,999 $43,521 $56,478 
(a) Corporate and unallocated operating income (loss) includes amortization of capitalized interest, capitalization and capitalizedamortization of indirect costs, expenses related to numerous shared services functions that benefit all segments but are not allocated to the operating segments, and certain other amounts that are not allocated to our operating segments.
(b) Operating loss for the 2019 period presented was impacted by impairment charges (see Note 5 of the notes to our condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q).
Our operating income increasedincreased by $13.6$25.5 million to $23.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2020, compared to operating income of $9.5$48.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2019,2021, compared to operating income of $23.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2020, driven primarily by the previously discussed increase in gross profit, partially offset by increases in SG&A costs and depreciation and amortization compared to the prior year quarter. While SG&A costs increased compared to the prior year quarter,profit. SG&A as a percentage of total revenue declineddecreased by 5060 basis points year-over-year.from 11.7% to 11.1%.
For the nine months ended June 30, 2020,2021, operating incomeincome increased by $169.4 $56.5 million to $43.5$100.0 million, compared to operating loss inincome of $43.5 million for the prior year period of $125.9 million. The increase wasnine months ended June 30, 2020, driven primarily driven by the previously discussed increase in gross profit due to impairment charges incurred during the nine months ended June 30, 2019, partially offset by slightly higherprofit. SG&A costs and depreciation and amortization compared to the prior year quarter. However, SG&A declined year-over-year as a percentage of total revenue decreased by 5080 basis points.points from 12.3% to 11.5%.
Below operating income, (loss),we had two noteworthy year-over-year fluctuations for the nine months ended June 30, 2021 as follows: (1) we experienced an increasea decline in other expense, net, for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020, primarily dueattributable to a year-over-year increasedecrease in interest expense not qualified for capitalization. Seecapitalization; and (2) we recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $1.6 million during the current year as compared to no such loss in the prior year. See Note 6 and Note 7 of the notes to our condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q for a further discussion of these items.
Three Months Ended June 30, 20202021 as compared to 20192020
West Segment:Segment: Homebuilding revenue increaseddecreased by 27.1%2.9% for the three months ended June 30, 20202021 compared to the prior year quarter due to a 21.5%6.6% decrease in closings, partially offset by a 4.0% increase in ASP. The decrease in closings in additionis due to a 4.6% increasedecrease in ASP.backlog conversion rates as a result of longer production cycle times compared to the prior year, partially offset by higher units in beginning backlog for fiscal 2021 compared to fiscal 2020. Compared to the prior year quarter, homebuilding gross profit increased by $17.4$8.2 million due to the increase in homebuilding revenue and homebuildinghigher gross margin. Excluding impairments, homebuildingHomebuilding gross margin, excluding impairments and abandonments, increased to 22.2%25.5%, up from 20.8%22.2% in the prior year quarter. The increase in gross margin was driven primarily by a combination of lower sales incentives and sales price appreciation period-over-period.pricing increases. The $13.3$9.7 million increase in operating income compared to the prior year quarter was primarily due to the previously discussed increase in gross profit, partially offset by higher SGlower commissions expense on lower homebuilding revenue, and lower G&A expenses in the segment.
East Segment: Homebuilding revenue decreasedincreased by 8.3%48.3% for the three months ended June 30, 20202021 compared to the prior year quarter due to a 10.6%50.0% increase in closings, partially offset by an 1.1% decrease in closings, offset by a 2.5%ASP. The large increase in ASP.closings was the result of higher units in beginning backlog for fiscal 2021 compared to fiscal 2020. The slight decrease in ASP was due to a change in mix of closings between geographies and products. Compared to the prior year quarter, homebuilding gross profit decreasedincreased by $0.1$16.4 million due to the decreaseincrease in homebuilding revenue offset byand higher gross margin. Homebuilding gross margin, whichexcluding impairments and abandonments, increased from 18.7%20.3% to 20.3%.23.9% compared to the prior year quarter. The increase in gross margin was driven primarily by lower sales incentives period-over-period.and pricing increases. The $15.0 million increase of $1.2 million in operating income compared to the prior year quarter was primarily due to the previously discussed increase in gross profit, as well as lower SG&A expensespartially offset by higher commissions expense on higher homebuilding revenue in the segment.

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Southeast Segment: Homebuilding revenue decreased by 3.8%7.6% for the three months ended June 30, 20202021 compared to the prior year quarter due to a 6.3%13.5% decrease in closings, partially offset by a 2.6%6.8% increase in ASP. The decrease in closings is due to a decrease in backlog conversion rates as a result of longer production cycle times compared to the prior year quarter, partially offset by higher units in beginning backlog for fiscal 2021 compared to fiscal 2020. Compared to the prior year quarter, homebuilding gross profit increased by $3.4$1.5 million due to an increase in homebuildinghigher gross margin. Homebuilding gross margin, offset by lower homebuilding revenue. Excludingexcluding impairments homebuilding gross marginand abandonments, increased from 16.2%20.2% to 20.2%22.9% compared to the prior year quarter. The increase in gross margin was primarily driven by lower sales price appreciation.incentives and pricing increases. The increase in operating income of $3.7$3.2 million compared to the prior year quarter was primarily due to the previously discussed increase in gross margin, while SGprofit, lower commissions expense on lower homebuilding revenue, lower sales and marketing expenses, and lower G&A expenses remained flat period-over-period in the segment.
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Corporate and Unallocated: Our Corporate and unallocated results include amortization of capitalized interest, capitalization and capitalizedamortization of indirect costs;costs, expenses for various shared services functions that benefit all segments but are not allocated, including information technology, treasury, corporate finance, legal, branding and national marketing, and certain other amounts that are not allocated to our operating segments. For the three months ended June 30, 2020,2021, corporate and unallocated net costs were up $4.6expenses increased by $2.4 million from the prior year quarter primarily due to (1) an increase in the proportion of indirect costs expensed to cost of sales period-over-period, (2) a $1.2 million write-offhigher amortization of capitalized interest to cost of sales, and indirect costs related to the impairment of assets in the West and Southeast segments, partially offset by (3) slightly lower corporatehigher G&A costs.
Nine Months EndedJune 30, 20202021 as compared to 20192020
West Segment: Homebuilding revenue increaseddecreased by 25.4%2.4% for the nine months ended June 30, 20202021 compared to the nine months endedended June 30, 20192020 primarily due to a 19.5%3.7% decrease in closings, partially offset by an 1.4% increase in ASP. The decrease in closings is due to a decrease in additionbacklog conversion rates as a result of longer production cycle times compared to an increasethe prior year, partially offset by higher units in ASP of 4.9%.beginning backlog for fiscal 2021 compared to fiscal 2020. Compared to the prior year period, homebuilding gross profit increased by $132.3$17.7 million due to the previously discussed impairment charges during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. Excluding impairments,increase in homebuilding gross margin. Homebuilding gross margin, excluding impairments and abandonments, increased to 21.4%24.0%, up from 20.8%21.4%% in the prior year period. The increase in gross margin was driven primarily by lower sales incentives and sales prices appreciation.pricing increases. The $159.6 million year-over-year increase in operating income was the result of the previously discussed impairment charges, partially offset by higher SG&A expenses in the segment.
East Segment: Homebuilding revenue decreased by 1.2% for the nine months ended June 30, 2020 compared to the nine months ended June 30, 2019 primarily due to a 1.2% decrease in ASP and flat closings. Compared to the prior year period, homebuilding gross profit increased by $4.9 million due to an increase in homebuilding gross margin, from 17.6% to 19.5%. The increase in gross margin was driven primarily by lower sales incentives. The $5.7$22.0 million increase in operating income compared to the prior year period was primarily due to the previously discussed increase in gross margin as well asprofit, lower SGcommissions expense on lower homebuilding revenue, lower sales and marketing expenses, and lower G&A expenses in the segment.
SoutheastEast Segment: Homebuilding revenue decreasedincreased by 8.6% compared to38.7% for the nine months ended June 30, 20192021 compared to the nine months ended June 30, 2020 primarily due to a 10.2% decrease35.1% increase in closings partially offset byand a 1.8%2.7% increase in ASP. Compared to the prior year period, homebuilding gross profit increased by $3.3$34.0 million due to anthe increase in homebuilding revenue and higher gross margin. Homebuilding gross margin, partially offset by lower homebuilding revenues. Excludingexcluding impairments homebuilding gross marginand abandonments, increased to 22.5%, up from 16.0% to 18.5%.19.5% in the prior year period. The increase in gross margin iswas driven in partprimarily by lower sales price appreciation.incentives and pricing increases. The $7.0$32.0 million increase in operating income compared to the prior year period was drivenprimarily due to the increase in gross profit and lower sales and marketing expenses, partially offset by higher commissions expense on higher homebuilding revenue in the aforementionedsegment.
Southeast Segment: Homebuilding revenue increased by 1.8% for the nine months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the nine months ended June 30, 2020 due to a 4.0% increase in ASP, partially offset by a 2.1% decrease in closings. The decrease in closings is due to a decrease in backlog conversion rates as a result of longer production cycle times compared to the prior year, partially offset by higher units in beginning backlog for fiscal 2021 compared to fiscal 2020. Compared to the prior year period, homebuilding gross profit increased by $12.5 million due to the increase in homebuilding revenue and higher gross margin. Homebuilding gross margin, excluding impairments and abandonments, increased to 21.9% from 18.5%. The increase in gross margin as well aswas driven primarily by lower SGsales incentives and pricing increases. The $16.6 million increase in operating income compared to the prior year period was primarily due to the increase in gross profit, lower sales and marketing expenses, and lower G&A costs duringexpenses in the current year period.segment.
Corporate and Unallocated: For the nine months ended June 30, 2020,2021, corporate and unallocated net costsexpenses increased by $2.9$14.1 million overfrom the prior year period. The increase wasperiod primarily attributabledue to (1) an increase in the proportion of interest and indirect costs expensed to cost of sales period-over-period, (2) a $1.2 million write-offhigher amortization of capitalized interest to cost of sales, and indirect costs related to the impairment of assets in the West and Southeast segments during third quarter of fiscal 2020, (3) higher corporate G&A costs, partially offset by (4) a $16.9 million write off of capitalized interest and indirect costs related to the impairment of assets in the West segment during the second quarter in fiscal 2019.costs.
Income Taxes
Our income tax assets and liabilities and related effective tax rate are affected by various factors, the most significant of which is the valuation allowance recorded against a portion of our deferred tax assets. Due to the effect of our valuation allowance adjustments beginning in fiscal 2008, a comparison of our annual effective tax rates must consider the changes in our valuation allowance. As such, our effective tax rates have not been meaningful metrics, as our income tax expense (benefit)expense/benefit was not directly correlated to the amount of pretax income or loss for the associated periods. Beginning in fiscal 2016, the Company began using an annualized effective tax rate in interim periods to determine its income tax benefit/expense, which we believe more closely correlates with our periodic pretax income or loss. The annualized effective tax rate will continue to be impacted by discrete tax items.
Our current fiscal year-to-date income tax expense was primarily driven by income tax expense on earnings from continuing operations, partially offset by the completion of work necessary to claim $0.8 million in energy efficient homebuildingdiscrete tax creditsbenefits related to closings from prior fiscal years.stock-based compensation activity in the quarter and the resolution of a state tax audit. The tax benefitexpense for the nine months ended June 30, 20192020 was primarily driven by income tax expense on earnings from continuing operations, partially offset by the generation of additional federal tax credits. Refer to
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by the loss from continuing operations, which included the impairments on projects in progress and land held for sale assets, and the completion of work necessary to claim $9.8 million in tax credits related to closings from prior fiscal years. Refer to Note 11 of the notes to ourthe condensed consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-Q for further discussion of our income taxes.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our sources of liquidity include, but are not limited to, cash from operations, proceeds from Senior Notes, our Secured Revolving Credit Facility (the Facility) and other bank borrowings, the issuance of equity and equity-linked securities, and other external sources of funds. Our short-term and long-term liquidity depends primarily upon our level of net income, working capital management (cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable and other liabilities), and available credit facilities.
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash increased as follows for the periods presented:
Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousands20202019
Cash provided by (used in) operating activities$58,956  $(94,205) 
Cash used in investing activities(7,296) (20,291) 
Cash (used in) provided by financing activities(9,102) 46,032  
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash$42,558  $(68,464) 
Nine Months Ended June 30,
in thousands20212020
Cash provided by operating activities$78,542 $58,956 
Cash used in investing activities(10,011)(7,296)
Cash used in financing activities(28,035)(9,102)
Net increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash$40,496 $42,558 
Operating Activities
Net cash provided by operating activities was $59.0$78.5 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2020.2021. The primary drivers of operating cash flows are typically cash earnings and changes in inventory levels, including land acquisition and development spending. Net cash provided by operating activities during the period was primarily driven by income before income taxes of $96.2 million, which included $21.4 million of non-cash charges and a net decrease in non-inventory working capital balances of $15.8 million, partially offset by an increase in inventory of $54.9 million resulting from continuing operationsland acquisition, land development, and house construction spending to support continued growth.
Net cash provided by operating activities was $59.0 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2020, primarily driven by income before income taxes of $37.6 million, which included $17.5$17.6 million of non-cash charges and a net decrease in non-inventory working capital balances of $10.4 million, partially offset by an increase in inventory of $6.6 million resulting from land acquisition, land development, and house construction spending to support continued growth.
Investing Activities
Net cash used in operatinginvesting activities was $10.0 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2021 primarily driven by capital expenditures for model homes and information systems infrastructure.
Net cash used in investing activities was $94.2$7.3 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2019,2020 primarily driven by loss from continuing operations before income taxes of $126.1 million, which included $164.5 million of non-cash charges, an increase in inventory of $156.5 million resulting from land acquisition, land development, and house construction spending to support continued growth, partially offset by an increase in non-inventory working capital balances of $24.1 million.
Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities for the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and June 30, 2019, was $7.3 million and $20.3 million, respectively, primarily driven in both periods by capital expenditures for model homes.
Financing Activities
Net cash used in financing activities was $28.0 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2021 primarily driven by the repurchase of a portion of our 2027 Senior Notes, and tax payments for stock-based compensation awards vesting.
Net cash used in financing activities was $9.1 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2020 driven by driven by common stock repurchases in the first half of fiscal 2020 under our share repurchase program, tax payments for stock-based compensation awards vesting, cash settlement of performance-based restricted stock, theand repayment of other miscellaneous borrowings, and payment of debt issuance costs.
Net cash provided by financing activities was $46.0 million for the nine months ended June 30, 2019 driven by net borrowings under the Facility, partially offset by common stock repurchases under our share repurchase program, tax payments for stock-based compensation awards vesting, the repayment of other miscellaneous borrowings, and the payment of debt issuance costs.borrowings.
Financial Position
As of June 30, 2020,2021, our liquidity position consisted of $152.3$358.3 million in cash and cash equivalents and $250.0 million of remaining capacity under the Credit Facility.
The unprecedented public health and governmental efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic have created significant uncertainty as to general economic and housing market conditions for the remainder of 20202021 and beyond. As of the date of this report, we believe we have adequate capital resources and sufficient access to external financing sources to satisfy our current and reasonably anticipated requirements for funds to conduct our operations and meet other needs in the ordinary course of our business. While we believe we have an adequate liquidity position as of the date of this report, we are taking steps to maximize
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positive cash flow, in case a lack of liquidity in the economy resulting from the responses to the COVID-19 pandemic limits our access to third party funding.
During this time, we may also engage in capital markets, bank loan, project debt or other financial transactions, including the repurchase of debt or potential new issuances of debt or equity securities to support our business needs. The amounts involved in these transactions, if any, may be material. In addition, as necessary or desirable, we may adjust or amend the terms of and/or expand the capacity of the Facility, (including as described below), or enter into additional letter of credit facilities, or other similar facility arrangements, in each case with the same or other financial institutions, or allow any such facilities to mature or expire. However, with the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, our ability to engage in such transactions will likelymay be constrained by volatile or tight economic, capital, credit and financial market conditions, as well as lender interest and capacity and our liquidity, leverage and net worth. Accordingly, we can provide no assurance as to the successful completion of, or the operational limitations arising from, any one or series of such transactions. For further discussion of the potential impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic on our capital resources and liquidity, see Part II,I, Item 1A – Risk Factors below.within our 2020 Annual Report.
Debt
We generally fulfill our short-term cash requirements with cash generated from operations and available borrowings. Additionally, our Secured Revolving Credit Facility (the Facility) provides working capital and letter of credit capacity of $250.0 million. As of June 30, 2020,2021, no borrowings and no letters of credit were outstanding under the Facility, resulting in $250.0 million remaining capacity.
On April 27, 2020 (the Eighth Amendment Effective Date), the Company executed an Eighth Amendment to the Facility, which, among other things, (1) reduces the aggregate collateral ratio (as defined in the Facility) from 4.00:1.00 to 2.50:1.00 for period commencing on the Eighth Amendment Effective Date through September 30, 2020; (2) reduces the after-acquired property exclusionary conditions (as defined in the Facility) from the product of the aggregate amount of the commitments multiplied by 4.0 to the product of the aggregate amount of commitments multiplied by 2.5 for the period commencing on the Eighth Amendment Effective Date though September 30, 2020; (3) restricts the repurchase of the Company's capital stock through open market transactions for the period commencing on the Eighth Amendment Effective Date through September 30, 2020; and (4) reduces the aggregate amount of other investments (as defined in the Facility) that can be made by the Company from $100.0 million to $50.0 million for the period commencing on the Eight Amendment Effective Date through September 30, 2020. We expect to remain in compliance with the terms of our debt covenants despite the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
We have also entered into a number of stand-alone, cash secured letter of credit agreements with banks. These combined facilities provide for letter of credit needs collateralized by either cash or assets of the Company. We currently have $11.2$18.6 million of outstanding letters of credit underunder these facilities, which are secured by cash collateral that is maintained in restricted accounts totaling $11.6 million.$19.1 million.
To provide greater letter of credit capacity, the Company has also entered into a reimbursement agreement, which provides for the issuance of performance letters of credit, and an unsecured credit agreement that provides for the issuance of up to $50.0 million of standby letters of credit to backstop the Company's obligations under the reimbursement agreement (collectively, the "Bilateral Facility"). On June 17, 2020, the Company executed an Amendment No. 1 to the Bilateral Facility that extends the termination date of the agreement from June 10, 2021 to June 10, 2022. As of June 30, 2020,2021, the total stated amount of performance letters of credit issued under the reimbursement agreementagreement was $37.5$12.2 million (and the stated amount of the backstop standby letter of credit issued under the credit agreement was $40.0 million).
In the future, we may from time to time seekseek to continue to retire or purchase our outstanding debt through cash repurchases or in exchange for other debt securities, in open market purchases, privately-negotiated transactions, or otherwise. In addition, any material variance from our projected operating results could require us to obtain additional equity or debt financing. There can be no assurance that we will be able to complete any of these transactions in the future on favorable terms or at all. See Note 7 of the notes to ourthe condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q for additional details related to our borrowings.
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Supplemental Guarantor Information
As discussed in Note 7 of the notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q, the Company's obligations to pay principal and interest under certain debt agreements are guaranteed on a joint and several basis by substantially all of the Company's subsidiaries. Some of the immaterial subsidiaries do not guarantee the Senior Notes. The guarantees are full and unconditional.
In March 2020, the SEC released Rule Release No. 33-10762, Financial Disclosures About Guarantors and Issuers of Guaranteed Securities and Affiliates Whose Securities Collateralize a Registrant’s Securities ("Rule 33-10762”). Rule 33-10762 simplifies the disclosure requirements related to certain registered securities under SEC Regulation S-X, Rules 3-10 and 3-16, permitting registrants to provide certain alternative financial disclosures and non-financial disclosures in lieu of separate consolidating financial statements for subsidiary issuers and guarantors of registered debt securities (which we previously included within the notes to our consolidated financial statements included in our Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q) if certain conditions are met. The amendments in Rule 33-10762 are generally effective for filings on or after January 4, 2021, with early application permitted. We early adopted the new disclosure requirements permitted under Rule 33-10762 effective for the interim period ending June 30, 2020.
The following summarized financial information is presented for Beazer Homes USA, Inc. and the guarantor subsidiaries on a combined basis after elimination of intercompany transactions between entities in the combined group and amounts related to investments in any subsidiary that is a non-guarantor.
in thousandsin thousandsAs of June 30, 2020As of September 30, 2019in thousandsAs of June 30, 2021As of September 30, 2020
Due from non-guarantor subsidiaryDue from non-guarantor subsidiary$1,387 $417 
Total assetsTotal assets$2,000,495  $1,955,950  Total assets$2,089,763 $2,006,611 
Due to non-guarantor subsidiary$1,646  $1,680  
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities$1,437,837  $1,418,877  Total liabilities$1,412,396 $1,414,105 
Nine Months EndedYear EndedNine Months EndedNine Months Ended
in thousandsin thousandsJune 30, 2020September 30, 2019in thousandsJune 30, 2021June 30, 2020
Total revenuesTotal revenues$1,440,329  $2,087,739  Total revenues$1,547,975 $1,440,329 
Gross profitGross profit$231,040  $165,921  Gross profit$287,794 $231,040 
Income (loss) from continuing operations$28,689  $(79,507) 
Net income (loss)$28,571  $(79,592) 
Income from continuing operations, net of taxIncome from continuing operations, net of tax$73,253 $28,689 
Net incomeNet income$73,094 $28,571 
Credit Ratings
Our credit ratings are periodically reviewed by rating agencies. In July 2020,June 2021, S&P upgraded the Company’s corporate rating to a B from a B- and reaffirmed the Company's positive outlook. In March 2021, Moody's reaffirmed the Company's issuer corporate family rating of B3 and stable outlook for the Company. In July 2020, S&P reaffirmedrevised the Company's corporate credit rating of B- and stable outlook for the Company.to positive. These ratings and our current credit condition affect, among other things, our ability to access new capital. Negative changes to these ratings may result in more stringent covenants and higher interest rates under the terms of any new debt. Our credit ratings could be lowered, or rating agencies could issue adverse commentaries in the future, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations, and liquidity. In particular, a weakening of our financial condition, including any further increase in our leverage or decrease in our profitability or cash flows, could adversely affect our ability to obtain necessary funds, could result in a credit rating downgrade or change in outlook, or could otherwise increase our cost of borrowing.
Stock Repurchases and Dividends Paid
During the first quarter of fiscal 2019, the Company's Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program that authorizes the Company to repurchase up to $50.0 million of its outstanding common stock. As part of this program, the Company repurchased common stock during fiscal 2019 and 2020 through open market transactions, 10b5-1 plans, and accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreements, totaling $34.6 million.agreements. All shares have been retired upon repurchase. The Company repurchased 362 thousand shares of its common stock foraggregate reduction to stockholders’ equity related to share repurchases during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 and September 30, 2019 was $3.3 million at an average price per share of $9.20 in the first half of fiscal 2020 through open market transactions. and $34.6 million, respectively. No share repurchases were made during the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020.2021. As of June 30, 2020,2021, the remaining availability of the share repurchase program was $12.0 million. The Company does not intend to make additional share repurchases under the program for the remainder of the current fiscal year in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and because of restrictions placed on share repurchases under the Eighth Amendment to the Facility discussed above.
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The indentures under which our Senior Notes were issued contain certain restrictive covenants, including limitations on the payment of dividends. There were no dividends paid during the three and nine months ended June 30, 20202021 or 2019.2020.
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Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements and Aggregate Contractual Commitments
Lot Option Contracts
We historically have attempted to control a portion of our land supply through lot option contracts. As of June 30, 2020,2021, we controlled 18,09319,761 lots, which includes 399273 lots of land held for future development and 580216 lots of land held for sale. Of the total active 17,114active 19,272 lots, we owned 70.1%51.9%, or 12,00510,009 of these lots, and the remaining 5,1099,263 of these lots, or 29.9%48.1%, were under option contracts with land developers and land bankers, which generally require the payment of cash or the posting of a letter of credit for the right to acquire lots during a specified period of time at a certain price. In comparison, we controlled 5,109 lots, or 29.9% of our total active lot position, through option contracts as of June 30, 2020. As a result of the flexibility that these options provide us, upon a change in market conditions, (as we are currently experiencing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic), we may renegotiate the terms of the options prior to exercise or terminate the agreement. Under option contracts, purchase of the properties is contingent upon satisfaction of certain requirements by us and the sellers, and our liability is generally limited to forfeiture of the non-refundable deposits and other non-refundable amounts incurred, which totaled approximately $69.3$106.6 million as of June 30, 2020.2021. The total remaining purchase price, net of cash deposits, committed under all options was $384.9$622.0 million as of June 30, 2020.2021. Based on marketmarket conditions and our liquidity, we may further expand our use of option agreements to supplementsupplement our owned inventory supply.
We expect to exercise, subject to market conditions and seller satisfaction of contract terms, most of our option contracts. Various factors, some of which are beyond our control, such as market conditions, weather conditions, and the timing of the completion of development activities, will have a significant impact on the timing of option exercises or whether lot options will be exercised at all.
We have historically funded the exercise of lot options with operating cash flows. We expect these sources to continue to be adequate to fund anticipated future option exercises. Therefore, we do not anticipate that the exercise of our lot options will have a material adverse effect on our liquidity.
Investments in Unconsolidated Entities
Occasionally, we use legal entities in which we have less than a controlling interest. We enter into the majority of these arrangements with land developers, other homebuilders, and financial partners to acquire attractive land positions, to manage our risk profile, and to leverage our capital base. The underlying land positions are developed into finished lots for sale to the unconsolidated entity’s members or other third parties. We account for our interest in unconsolidated entities under the equity method.
Historically, we and our partners have provided varying levels of guarantees of debt or other obligations of our unconsolidated entities. As of June 30, 2020,2021, we had no repayment guarantees outstanding related to the debt of our unconsolidated entities. See Note 4 of the notes to ourthe condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q for more information.
Letters of Credit and PerformanceSurety Bonds
In connection with the development of our communities, we are frequently required to provide performance, maintenance, and other bonds and letters of credit in support of our related obligations with respect to such developments. The amount of such obligations outstanding at any time varies in accordance with our pending development activities. In the event any such bonds or letters of credit are drawn upon, we would be obligated to reimburse the issuer of such bonds or letters of credit. As of June 30, 2020,2021, we had outstanding letters of credit and performancesurety bonds of approximately $48.7$30.8 million and $255.6$252.7 million, respectively, primarily related to our obligations to local governments to construct roads and other improvements in various developments.
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities
We are exposed to fluctuations in interest rates. From time-to-time, we may enter into derivative agreements to manage interest costs and hedge against risks associated with fluctuating interest rates. However, as of June 30, 2020,2021, we were not a party to any such derivative agreements. We do not enter into or hold derivatives for trading or speculative purposes.
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Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
Our critical accounting policies require the use of judgment in their application and in certain cases require estimates of inherently uncertain matters. Although our accounting policies are in compliance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP), a change in the facts and circumstances of the underlying transactions could significantly change the application of the accounting policies and the resulting financial statement impact. It is also possible that other professionals applying reasonable judgment to the same set of facts and circumstances could reach a different conclusion. As disclosed in our 20192020 Annual Report, our most critical accounting policies relate to inventory valuation (projects in progress, land held for future development, and land held for sale), revenue recognition, warranty reserves, and income tax valuation allowances and ownership changes. There have been no significant changes to our critical accounting policies and estimates during the nine months ended June 30, 20202021 as compared to the significant accounting policiesthose described in Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations included in our 20192020 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (Form 10-Q) contains forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements represent our expectations or beliefs concerning future events or results, and it is possible that such events or results described in this Form 10-Q will not occur or be achieved. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of statements that include words such as “estimate,” “project,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “foresee,” “likely,” “will,” "outlook," “goal,” “target” or other similar words or phrases.
These forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside of our control, that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from the events or results discussed in the forward-looking statements, including, among other things, the matters discussed in this Form 10-Q in the section captioned “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and "Risk Factors."Operations.” Additional information about factors that could lead to material changes is contained in Part I, Item 1A— Risk Factors of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2019.2020. These factors are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of risks and uncertainties that may affect the operations, performance, development and results of our business, but instead are the risks that we currently perceive as potentially being material. Such factors may include:
the cyclical nature of the homebuilding industry and a potential deterioration in homebuilding industry conditions;
economic changes nationally or in local markets, changes in consumer confidence, wage levels, declines in employment levels, inflation and governmental actions, each of which is outside our control and affects the affordability of, and demand for, the homes we sell;
potential negative impactimpacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which, in addition to exacerbating each of the risks listed above and below, may include a significant decrease in demand for our homes or consumer confidence generally with respect to purchasing a home, an inability to sell and build homes in a typical manner or at all, increased costs or decreased supply of building materials, including lumber, or the availability of subcontractors, housing inspectors, and other third-parties we rely on to support our operations, and recognizing charges in future periods, which may be material, for goodwill impairments, inventory impairments and/or land option contract abandonments;
shortages of or increased prices for labor, land or raw materials used in housing production, and the level of quality and craftsmanship provided by our subcontractors;
the availability and cost of land and the risks associated with the future value of our inventory, such as asset impairment charges we took on select California assets during the second quarter of fiscal 2019;
factors affecting margins, such as decreased land values underlying land option agreements, increased land development costs in communities under development or delays or difficulties in implementing initiatives to reduce our production and overhead cost structure;
our ability to raise debt and/or equity capital, due to factors such as limitations in the capital markets (including market volatility) or adverse credit market conditions, which have worsened and may continue to worsen as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and our ability to otherwise meet our ongoing liquidity needs (which could cause us to fail to meet the terms of our covenants and other requirements under our various debt instruments and therefore trigger an acceleration of a significant portion or all of our outstanding debt obligations), including the impact of any downgrades of our credit ratings or reduction in our liquidity levels;
market perceptions regarding any capital raising initiatives we may undertake (including future issuances of equity or debt capital);
terrorist acts, protests and civil unrest, political uncertainty, natural disasters, acts of war or other factors over which the cyclical nature of the homebuilding industry and a potential deterioration in homebuilding industry conditions;Company has no control;
economic changes nationally or in local markets, changes in consumer confidence, wage levels, declines in employment levels, inflation or increases in the quantity and decreases in the price of new homes and resale homes on the market;
shortages of or increased prices for labor, land or raw materials used in housing production, and the level of quality and craftsmanship provided by our subcontractors;
the availability and cost of land and the risks associated with the future value of our inventory, such as asset impairment charges we took on select California assets during the second quarter of fiscal 2019;
factors affecting margins, such as decreased land values underlying land option agreements, increased land development costs in communities under development or delays or difficulties in implementing initiatives to reduce our production and overhead cost structure;
inaccurate estimates related to homes to be delivered in the future (backlog) are imprecise,, as they are subject to various cancellation risks that cannot be fully controlled;
increases in mortgage interest rates, increased disruption in the availability of mortgage financing, changes in tax laws or otherwise regarding the deductibility of mortgage interest expenses and real estate taxes or an increased number of foreclosures;
increased competition or delays in reacting to changing consumer preferences in home design;
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natural disasters or other related events that could result in delays in land development or home construction, increase our costs or decrease demand in the impacted areas;
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the potential recoverability of our deferred tax assets;
increases in corporate tax rates;
potential delays or increased costs in obtaining necessary permits as a result of changes to, or complying with, laws, regulations or governmental policies, and possible penalties for failure to comply with such laws, regulations or governmental policies, including those related to the environment;
the results of litigation or government proceedings and fulfillment of any related obligations;
the impact of construction defect and home warranty claims;
the cost and availability of insurance and surety bonds, as well as the sufficiency of these instruments to cover potential losses incurred;
the impact of information technology failures, cybersecurity issues or data security breaches;
terrorist acts, natural disasters, acts of war or other factors over which the Company has little or no control; or
the impact on homebuilding in key markets of governmental regulations limiting the availability of water.
Any forward-looking statement, including any statement expressing confidence regarding future outcomes, speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made and, except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible to predict all such factors.
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
We are exposed to a number of market risks in the ordinary course of business. Our primary market risk exposure relates to fluctuations in interest rates. We do not believe that our exposure in this area is material to our cash flows or results of operations. As of June 30, 2020,2021, we had variable rate debt outstanding totaling approximately $67.6$69.7 million. A one percent increase in the interest rate for these notes would result in an increase of our interest expense by approximately $1.0 million over the next twelve-month period. The estimated fair value of our fixed-rate debt as of June 30, 20202021 was $1.08$1.11 billion, compared to a principalcarrying amount of $1.12$1.04 billion. The effect of a hypothetical one-percentage point decrease in our estimated discount rates would increase the estimated fair value of the fixed rate debt instruments from $1.081.11 billion to $1.14$1.17 billion as of June 30, 2020.2021.
Item 4. Controls and Procedures
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
As of the end of the period covered by this report, an evaluation was performed based on criteria established in the Internal Control - Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 Framework) under the supervision and with the participation of the Company’s management, including the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), of the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the Act). Based on that evaluation, the CEO and CFO concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 20202021 at a reasonable assurance level.
Attached as exhibits to this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q are certifications of our CEO and CFO, which are required by Rule 13a-14 of the Act. This Disclosure Controls and Procedures section includes information concerning management’s evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures referred to in those certifications and should be read in conjunction with the certifications of the CEO and CFO.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There have been nono changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended June 30, 20202021 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. We have not experienced any material impact to our internal control over financial reporting despite the fact that most of our employees are working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Item 5. Other Information
None.
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
For a discussion of our legal proceedings, see Note 9 of the notes to our condensed consolidated financial statements in this Form 10-Q.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
Except as set forth below, as of the date of this report, thereThere have been no material changes to the risk factors we previously disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2019.
Our business could be materially and adversely disrupted by an epidemic or pandemic (such as the present outbreak and worldwide spread of COVID-19), or similar public threat, or fear of such an event, and the measures that international, federal, state and local governments, agencies, law enforcement and/or health authorities implement to address it.
An epidemic, pandemic or similar serious public health issue, and the measures undertaken by governmental authorities to address it, could significantly disrupt or prevent us from operating our business in the ordinary course for an extended period, and thereby, and/or along with any associated economic and/or social instability or distress, have a material adverse impact on our consolidated financial statements.
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization characterized the outbreak of COVID-19 as a global pandemic and recommended containment and mitigation measures. On March 13, 2020, the United States declared a national emergency concerning the outbreak, and many states and municipalities have since declared public health emergencies. Along with these declarations, there have been extraordinary and wide-ranging actions taken by international, federal, state and local public health and governmental authorities to contain and combat the outbreak and spread of COVID-19 in regions across the United States and the world, including quarantines, “stay-at-home” or "shelter in place" orders and similar mandates for many individuals to substantially restrict daily activities and for many businesses to curtail or cease normal operations.
In response to these steps, in mid-March 2020, we temporarily closed our sales centers, model homes and design studios to the general public and shifted to an appointment-only personalized home sales process where permitted, following recommended social distancing and other health and safety protocols when meeting in person with a customer. In addition, we shifted our corporate and division office functions to work remotely. These measures, combined with limiting our construction operations to authorized activities and a reduction in the availability, capacity and efficiency of municipal and private services necessary to the progress of land development, homebuilding, completing mortgage loans and delivering homes, which in each case has varied by market depending on the scope of the restrictions local authorities have established, have tempered our sales pace and delayed home deliveries in the latter part of March and through the date of this report. We also prioritized our warranty service activities to respond to emergency repair requests, and otherwise on a by-exception basis. We are uncertain of the potential full magnitude or duration of the business and economic impacts from the unprecedented public health effort to contain and combat the spread of COVID-19, which include, among other things, significant volatility in financial markets and a sharp decrease in the value of equity securities, including our common stock. In addition, we can provide no assurance as to whether the COVID-19 public health effort will be intensified to such an extent that we will not be able to conduct any business operations in certain of our served markets or at all for an indefinite period.
Our business could also be negatively impacted over the medium-to-longer term if the disruptions related to the COVID-19 pandemic decrease consumer confidence generally or with respect to purchasing a home; cause civil unrest; or precipitate a prolonged economic downturn and/or an extended rise in unemployment or tempering of wage growth, any of which could lower demand for our products; impair our ability to sell and build homes in a typical manner or at all, generate revenues and cash flows, and/or access the Facility or the capital or lending markets (or significantly increase the costs of doing so), as may be necessary to sustain our business; increase the costs or decrease the supply of building materials or the availability of subcontractors and other talent, including as a result of infections or medically necessary or recommended self-quarantining, or governmental mandates to direct production activities to support public health efforts; and/or result in our recognizing charges in future periods, which may be material, for goodwill impairments, inventory impairments, and/or land option contract abandonments. Any sustained or prolonged reductions in future earnings periods may change our conclusions on whether we are more likely than not to realize portions of our deferred tax assets. The inherent uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, due in part to rapidly changing governmental directives, public health challenges and progress, and market reactions
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thereto, also makes it more challenging for our management to estimate the future performance of our business and develop strategies to generate growth or achieve any initial or revised objectives for 2020.
Should the adverse impacts described above (or others that are currently unknown) occur, whether individually or collectively, we would expect to experience, among other things, decreases in our net new orders, home closings, average selling prices, revenues and profitability, some of which we have experienced in the last few weeks of our second quarter and the first few weeks of our third quarter, and such impacts could be material to our consolidated financial statements in the third quarter and beyond. In addition, should public health efforts related to the COVID-19 pandemic intensify to such a degree that we cannot operate in some or all of our served markets, the number of home orders we receive and home closings we complete, if any during such period (which may be prolonged), may be significantly lower than historical norms. Along with an increase in cancellations of home purchase contracts, if there are prolonged government restrictions on our business and our customers, and/or an extended economic recession, we could be unable to produce revenues and cash flows sufficient to conduct our business; meet the terms of our covenants and other requirements under the Facility, our senior notes and the related indenture, and/or mortgages and land contracts due to land sellers and other loans; service our outstanding debt. Such a circumstance could, among other things, exhaust our available liquidity (and ability to access liquidity sources) and/or trigger an acceleration to pay a significant portion or all of our then-outstanding debt obligations, which we may be unable to do.
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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.

Date:July 30, 202029, 2021Beazer Homes USA, Inc.
 By: /s/ Robert L. SalomonDavid I. Goldberg
 Name:Robert L. SalomonDavid I. Goldberg
  ExecutiveSenior Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
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