FOR-6.30.2014-10Q
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
_________________________________________________________ 
FORM 10-Q
_________________________________________________________ 
x
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2014
or
¨
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from                      to                     
Commission File Number: 001-33662
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FORESTAR GROUP INC.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
 _________________________________________________________ 
Delaware
 
26-1336998
(State or Other Jurisdiction of
Incorporation or Organization)
 
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
6300 Bee Cave Road, Building Two, Suite 500, Austin, Texas 78746
(Address of Principal Executive Offices, Including Zip Code)
(512) 433-5200
(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
 _________________________________________________________
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant: (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    x  Yes    ¨  No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted 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 and post such files).    x  Yes    ¨  No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filer
¨
 
Accelerated filer
x
 
 
 
 
 
Non-accelerated filer
¨
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)
Smaller reporting company
¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).    ¨  Yes    x  No
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.
Title of Each Class
 
Number of Shares Outstanding as of August 4, 2014
Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share
 
34,915,983
 


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PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements
FORESTAR GROUP INC.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(Unaudited)
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands, except share data)
ASSETS
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$
184,168

 
$
192,307

Real estate, net
538,493

 
519,464

Oil and gas properties and equipment, net
253,230

 
232,641

Investment in unconsolidated ventures
50,804

 
41,147

Timber
9,053

 
10,947

Receivables, net
46,311

 
39,252

Prepaid expenses
5,062

 
5,136

Income taxes receivable
452

 

Property and equipment, net
10,539

 
6,112

Deferred tax asset, net
34,519

 
40,398

Goodwill and other intangible assets
66,599

 
66,646

Other assets
23,122

 
18,102

TOTAL ASSETS
$
1,222,352

 
$
1,172,152

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
 
 
 
Accounts payable
$
18,601

 
$
21,409

Accrued employee compensation and benefits
4,568

 
5,814

Accrued property taxes
4,343

 
3,822

Accrued interest
4,501

 
2,343

Income taxes payable

 
3,876

Earnest money deposits
8,460

 
10,854

Other accrued expenses
24,145

 
26,851

Other liabilities
19,530

 
24,379

Debt
400,328

 
357,407

TOTAL LIABILITIES
484,476

 
456,755

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

 

EQUITY
 
 
 
Forestar Group Inc. shareholders’ equity:
 
 
 
Preferred stock, par value $0.01 per share, 25,000,000 authorized shares, none issued

 

Common stock, par value $1.00 per share, 200,000,000 authorized shares, 36,946,603 issued at second quarter-end 2014 and year-end 2013
36,947

 
36,947

Additional paid-in capital
556,395

 
556,676

Retained earnings
173,574

 
150,418

Treasury stock, at cost, 2,037,286 shares at second quarter-end 2014 and 2,199,666 shares at year-end 2013
(31,872
)
 
(34,196
)
Total Forestar Group Inc. shareholders’ equity
735,044

 
709,845

Noncontrolling interests
2,832

 
5,552

TOTAL EQUITY
737,876

 
715,397

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
$
1,222,352

 
$
1,172,152

Please read the notes to consolidated financial statements.

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FORESTAR GROUP INC.
Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income
(Unaudited)
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
REVENUES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real estate sales and other
$
44,124

 
$
23,358

 
$
99,671

 
$
47,876

Commercial and income producing properties
11,049

 
17,861

 
20,982

 
72,032

Real estate
55,173

 
41,219

 
120,653

 
119,908

Oil and gas
24,377

 
15,831

 
41,931

 
31,335

Other natural resources
3,463

 
3,029

 
5,034

 
6,307

 
83,013

 
60,079

 
167,618

 
157,550

COSTS AND EXPENSES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cost of real estate sales and other
(23,419
)
 
(12,414
)
 
(49,483
)
 
(24,509
)
Cost of commercial and income producing properties
(8,606
)
 
(15,848
)
 
(18,726
)
 
(56,799
)
Cost of oil and gas producing activities
(16,926
)
 
(8,838
)
 
(29,546
)
 
(16,672
)
Cost of other natural resources
(801
)
 
(516
)
 
(1,577
)
 
(1,208
)
Other operating
(16,330
)
 
(13,079
)
 
(30,327
)
 
(28,988
)
General and administrative
(6,856
)
 
(5,830
)
 
(12,001
)
 
(16,300
)
 
(72,938
)
 
(56,525
)
 
(141,660
)
 
(144,476
)
GAIN ON ASSET EXCHANGE AND SALES
16,867

 

 
16,867

 

OPERATING INCOME
26,942

 
3,554

 
42,825

 
13,074

Equity in earnings of unconsolidated ventures
958

 
2,566

 
1,949

 
3,479

Interest expense
(7,370
)
 
(5,122
)
 
(12,873
)
 
(9,661
)
Other non-operating income
2,269

 
1,111

 
4,563

 
2,252

INCOME BEFORE TAXES
22,799

 
2,109

 
36,464

 
9,144

Income tax expense
(8,051
)
 
(911
)
 
(12,709
)
 
(2,904
)
CONSOLIDATED NET INCOME
14,748

 
1,198

 
23,755

 
6,240

Less: Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests
74

 
(657
)
 
(599
)
 
(1,748
)
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO FORESTAR GROUP INC.
$
14,822

 
$
541

 
$
23,156

 
$
4,492

WEIGHTED AVERAGE COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
35,458

 
35,351

 
35,407

 
35,305

Diluted
43,688

 
36,052

 
43,690

 
35,934

NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
$
0.34

 
$
0.02

 
$
0.54

 
$
0.13

Diluted
$
0.34

 
$
0.02

 
$
0.53

 
$
0.13

TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
$
14,822

 
$
541

 
$
23,156

 
$
4,492

Please read the notes to consolidated financial statements.

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FORESTAR GROUP INC.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited) 
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
 
 
 
Consolidated net income
$
23,755

 
$
6,240

Adjustments:
 
 
 
Depreciation, depletion and amortization
17,927

 
13,577

Change in deferred income taxes
7,668

 
1,492

Change in unrecognized tax benefits

 
75

Equity in earnings of unconsolidated ventures
(1,949
)
 
(3,479
)
Distributions of earnings of unconsolidated ventures
1,768

 
210

Share-based compensation
3,532

 
11,875

Real estate cost of sales
47,976

 
53,208

Dry hole exploration costs
5,665

 
1,296

Real estate development and acquisition expenditures, net
(66,558
)
 
(34,772
)
Reimbursements from utility and improvement districts
6,618

 
2,881

Other changes in real estate
2,341

 
144

Changes in deferred income
1,141

 
(1,329
)
Gain on asset exchange and sales
(16,867
)
 

Other
2,483

 
212

Changes in:
 
 
 
Notes and accounts receivable
(6,809
)
 
(1,452
)
Prepaid expenses and other
3,751

 
1,136

Accounts payable and other accrued liabilities
(9,156
)
 
(15,854
)
Income taxes
(4,291
)
 
(587
)
Net cash provided by operating activities
18,995

 
34,873

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
 
 
 
Property, equipment, software, reforestation and other
(9,823
)
 
(3,357
)
Oil and gas properties and equipment
(44,632
)
 
(32,286
)
Investment in unconsolidated ventures
(4,430
)
 
(782
)
Proceeds from sales of oil and gas properties
11,022

 

Return of investment in unconsolidated ventures
155

 
1,370

Other

 
(10
)
Net cash used for investing activities
(47,708
)
 
(35,065
)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
 
 
 
Proceeds from issuance of convertible senior notes, net

 
120,795

Proceeds from issuance of senior secured notes, net
241,947

 

Payments of debt
(219,653
)
 
(93,390
)
Additions to debt
10,383

 
32,621

Deferred financing fees
(3,068
)
 
(193
)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests, net
(898
)
 
(1,401
)
Purchase of noncontrolling interests
(7,971
)
 

Exercise of stock options
754

 
1,645

Payroll taxes on issuance of stock-based awards
(972
)
 
(1,027
)
Excess income tax benefit from share-based compensation
52

 
(81
)
Net cash provided by financing activities
20,574

 
58,969

 
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
(8,139
)
 
58,777

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
192,307

 
10,361

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
$
184,168

 
$
69,138

Please read the notes to consolidated financial statements.

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FORESTAR GROUP INC.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
Note 1—Basis of Presentation
Our consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Forestar Group Inc., all subsidiaries, ventures and other entities in which we have a controlling interest. We eliminate all material intercompany accounts and transactions. Noncontrolling interests in consolidated pass-through entities are recognized before income taxes. In our consolidated balance sheets we have reclassified prior year's earnest money deposits that were included in other accrued expenses and other liabilities as a separate line item to conform to the current year presentation. We account for our investment in other entities in which we have significant influence over operations and financial policies using the equity method (we recognize our share of the entities’ income or loss and any preferential returns and treat distributions as a reduction of our investment). We account for our investment in other entities in which we do not have significant influence over operations and financial policies using the cost method (we recognize as income distributions of accumulated earnings).
We prepare our unaudited interim financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles and Securities and Exchange Commission requirements for interim financial statements. As a result, they do not include all the information and disclosures required for complete financial statements. However, in our opinion, all adjustments considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. Such adjustments consist only of normal recurring items unless otherwise noted. We make estimates and assumptions about future events. Actual results can, and probably will, differ from those we currently estimate including those principally related to allocating costs to real estate, measuring long-lived assets for impairment, oil and gas revenue accruals, capital expenditure and lease operating expense accruals associated with our oil and gas production activities, oil and gas reserves and depletion of our oil and gas properties. These interim operating results are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the entire year. For further information, please read the financial statements included in our 2013 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Note 2—New and Pending Accounting Pronouncements
Accounting Standards Adopted in 2014
In second quarter 2014, we adopted ASU 2014-12 — Compensation-Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Accounting for Share-Based Payments When the Terms of an Award Provide That a Performance Target Could Be Achieved after the Requisite Service Period and ASU 2014-08 — Presentation of Financial Statements (Topic 205) and Property, Plant, and Equipment (Topic 360), Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity. Adoption did not materially affect our earnings, financial position or disclosures.
Pending Accounting Standards
In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606), requiring an entity to recognize the amount of revenue to which it expects to be entitled for the transfer of promised goods or services to customers. The updated standard will replace most existing revenue recognition guidance in U.S. GAAP when it becomes effective and permits the use of either the retrospective or cumulative effect transition method. Early adoption is not permitted. The updated standard becomes effective for annual and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2016. We have not yet selected a transition method and we are currently evaluating the effect that the updated standard will have on our earnings, financial position and disclosures.


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Note 3—Real Estate
Real estate consists of:
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Entitled, developed and under development projects
$
345,311

 
$
361,687

Undeveloped land (includes land in entitlement)
94,314

 
86,367

Commercial and income producing properties
 
 
 
Carrying value
128,167

 
99,476

Less: accumulated depreciation
(29,299
)
 
(28,066
)
Net carrying value
98,868

 
71,410

 
$
538,493

 
$
519,464

Included in entitled, developed and under development projects are the estimated costs of assets we expect to convey to utility and improvement districts of $62,812,000 at second quarter-end 2014 and $62,183,000 at year-end 2013, including $40,045,000 at second quarter-end 2014 and $41,795,000 at year-end 2013 related to our Cibolo Canyons project near San Antonio, Texas. These costs relate to water, sewer and other infrastructure assets we have submitted to utility or improvement districts for approval and reimbursement. We submitted for reimbursement to these districts $7,118,000 and $1,966,000 in first six months 2014 and 2013. We collected reimbursements from these districts of $3,468,000 and $1,081,000 in first six months 2014 and 2013. We expect to collect the remaining amounts billed when these districts achieve adequate tax basis or otherwise have funds available to support payment.
Also included in entitled, developed and under development projects is our investment in the resort development owned by third parties at our Cibolo Canyons project. We received $3,150,000 and $1,800,000 from the special improvement district in first six months 2014 and 2013. At second quarter-end 2014, we have $24,967,000 invested in the resort development.
In first six months 2014, commercial and income producing properties increased principally due to acquisition of two multifamily development sites in Austin for $19,479,000. At second quarter-end 2014, commercial and income producing properties primarily represents our investment in a 413 guest room hotel in Austin with a carrying value of $27,453,000 and our investment in multifamily development sites located in Charlotte, Denver, Austin and Dallas with a combined carrying value of $70,840,000.
In second quarter and first six months 2014, we recorded a $10,476,000 gain associated with a non-monetary exchange of leasehold timber rights on approximately 10,300 acres for 5,400 acres of undeveloped land with a partner in a consolidated venture.
Note 4—Oil and Gas Properties and Equipment, net
Net capitalized costs, utilizing the successful efforts method of accounting, related to our oil and gas producing activities follows:
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Unproved oil and gas properties
$
97,058

 
$
100,320

Proved oil and gas properties
188,220

 
155,262

Total capitalized costs
285,278

 
255,582

Less: accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization
(32,048
)
 
(22,941
)
 
$
253,230

 
$
232,641

In second quarter 2014, we recorded a gain of $5,706,000 which is related to the sale of 97 gross (6 net) producing oil and gas wells in Oklahoma for a gain of $4,488,000 and the sale of 223 net mineral acres leased from others in North Dakota for a gain of $1,218,000.

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Note 5—Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Carrying value of goodwill and other intangible assets follows:
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Goodwill
$
64,493

 
$
64,493

Identified intangibles, net
2,106

 
2,153

 
$
66,599

 
$
66,646

Goodwill of $60,619,000 represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the tangible and intangible assets associated with acquisition of CREDO Petroleum Corporation (Credo) in 2012 and $3,874,000 associated with a water resources company acquired in 2010.
Identified intangibles include $1,681,000 in indefinite lived groundwater leases associated with a water resources company acquired in 2010. In addition, identified intangibles includes $590,000 related to patents with definite lives associated with the Calliope Gas Recovery System associated with our acquisition of Credo and is being amortized over the average remaining useful life of the patents. The net carrying value at second quarter-end 2014 is $425,000.
Note 6—Equity
A reconciliation of changes in equity at second quarter-end 2014 follows:
 
Forestar
Group Inc.
 
Noncontrolling
Interests
 
Total
 
(In thousands)
Balance at year-end 2013
$
709,845

 
$
5,552

 
$
715,397

Net income
23,156

 
599

 
23,755

Distributions to noncontrolling interests

 
(1,921
)
 
(1,921
)
Contributions from noncontrolling interests

 
533

 
533

Dissolution of noncontrolling interests

 
1,342

 
1,342

Purchase of noncontrolling interests, net of deferred taxes of $1,750,000
(2,948
)
 
(3,273
)
 
(6,221
)
Other (primarily share-based compensation)
4,991

 

 
4,991


$
735,044

 
$
2,832

 
$
737,876

In first quarter 2014, we acquired our partner's noncontrolling interests in the Lantana partnerships for $7,971,000. Prior to acquisition of the noncontrolling interests, we were the primary beneficiary of all but one of the Lantana partnerships which were variable interest entities (VIEs) and consolidated in our financial statements. We adjusted the carrying amount of noncontrolling interests to reflect the change in our ownership interest in the partnerships. The difference between the consideration paid and the carrying amount of the noncontrolling interests acquired is recognized as an adjustment to additional paid in capital attributable to Forestar, net of deferred taxes.
Note 7—Investment in Unconsolidated Ventures
At second quarter-end 2014, we had ownership interests in 13 ventures that we account for using the equity method. We have no ventures that are accounted for using the cost method.
In first quarter 2014, we entered into the CREA FMF Nashville LLC venture with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. to develop a 320-unit multifamily property in Nashville, Tennessee. We contributed $5,897,000 of land and pre-development costs to the venture, net of $7,191,000 of reimbursements received from the venture for pre-development costs we previously incurred. The venture obtained a senior secured construction loan in the amount of $51,950,000 that bears interest at 30-day LIBOR plus 2.50% per annum, of which $14,227,000 was outstanding at second quarter-end 2014. We provided the lender a construction completion guaranty; a guaranty of repayment of 25 percent of the principal balance and unpaid accrued interest; and a nonrecourse carve-out guaranty. The principal guaranty will reduce from 25 percent of principal to zero upon achievement of certain conditions. At second quarter-end 2014, our investment in this venture is $5,655,000.

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Combined summarized balance sheet information for our ventures accounted for using the equity method follows:
 
Venture Assets
 
Venture Borrowings(a)
 
Venture Equity
 
Our Investment
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
242, LLC (b)
$
23,139

 
$
23,751

 
$
910

 
$
921

 
$
19,318

 
$
19,838

 
$
8,835

 
$
9,084

CJUF III, RH Holdings
40,148

 
36,320

 
23,022

 
18,492

 
14,764

 
15,415

 
2,584

 
3,235

CL Ashton Woods (c)
10,940

 
10,473

 

 

 
10,001

 
9,704

 
3,997

 
3,544

CL Realty
8,348

 
8,298

 

 

 
8,220

 
8,070

 
4,110

 
4,035

CREA FMF Nashville (b)
22,289

 

 
14,227

 

 
6,125

 

 
5,655

 

FMF Peakview
36,406

 
30,673

 
16,544

 
12,533

 
16,915

 
16,620

 
3,465

 
3,406

HM Stonewall Estates (c)
3,489

 
3,781

 

 
63

 
3,489

 
3,718

 
1,963

 
2,128

LM Land Holdings (c)
33,362

 
33,298

 
10,533

 
9,768

 
18,051

 
13,347

 
9,430

 
8,283

PSW Communities
10,100

 

 
5,064

 

 
4,281

 

 
3,805

 

Temco
13,313

 
13,320

 

 

 
13,074

 
13,160

 
6,537

 
6,580

Other ventures (3) (d)
12,535

 
12,723

 
29,756

 
29,699

 
(31,634
)
 
(31,357
)
 
423

 
852

 
$
214,069

 
$
172,637

 
$
100,056

 
$
71,476

 
$
82,604

 
$
68,515

 
$
50,804

 
$
41,147

Combined summarized income statement information for our ventures accounted for using the equity method follows:
 
 Venture Revenues
 
 Venture Earnings (Loss)
 
Our Share of Earnings (Loss)
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
242, LLC
$

 
$
1,497

 
$
1,475

 
$
3,131

 
$
(53
)
 
$
354

 
$
480

 
$
837

 
$
(26
)
 
$
190

 
$
251

 
$
448

CJUF III, RH Holdings
707

 
3

 
1,070

 
3

 
(438
)
 
(108
)
 
(651
)
 
(224
)
 
(438
)
 
(108
)
 
(651
)
 
(224
)
CL Ashton Woods (c)
361

 
1,419

 
1,069

 
2,891

 
76

 
293

 
296

 
550

 
135

 
563

 
453

 
1,140

CL Realty
459

 
373

 
827

 
801

 
322

 
216

 
552

 
452

 
161

 
108

 
276

 
226

CREA FMF Nashville

 

 

 

 

 

 
(25
)
 

 

 

 
(25
)
 

FMF Peakview

 

 

 

 
(79
)
 
(7
)
 
(152
)
 
(39
)
 
(16
)
 
(2
)
 
(31
)
 
(8
)
HM Stonewall Estates (c) 
434

 
1,098

 
1,435

 
1,098

 
170

 
425

 
522

 
400

 
68

 
182

 
209

 
176

LM Land Holdings (c)
4,395

 
3,953

 
9,293

 
5,264

 
4,044

 
3,160

 
6,971

 
3,759

 
1,220

 
1,486

 
1,897

 
1,654

PSW Communities

 

 

 

 
(4
)
 

 
(220
)
 

 
(6
)
 

 
(195
)
 

Temco
654

 
206

 
714

 
275

 
134

 
18

 
116

 
6

 
67

 
9

 
58

 
3

Other ventures (3)
27

 
788

 
49

 
5,150

 
(141
)
 
109

 
(189
)
 
(522
)
 
(207
)
 
138

 
(293
)
 
64

 
$
7,037

 
$
9,337

 
$
15,932

 
$
18,613

 
$
4,031

 
$
4,460

 
$
7,700

 
$
5,219

 
$
958

 
$
2,566

 
$
1,949

 
$
3,479

 _____________________
(a) 
Total includes current maturities of $77,510,000 at second quarter-end 2014, of which $37,795,000 is non-recourse to us, and $37,966,000 at year-end 2013, of which $37,822,000 is non-recourse to us.
(b) 
Includes unamortized deferred gains on real estate contributed by us to ventures. We recognize deferred gains as income as real estate is sold to third parties. Deferred gains of $1,648,000 are reflected as a reduction to our investment in unconsolidated ventures at second quarter-end 2014.
(c) 
Includes unrecognized basis difference of $2,089,000 which is reflected as a reduction of our investment in unconsolidated ventures at second quarter-end 2014. The difference will be accreted as income or expense over the life of the investment and included in our share of earnings (loss) from the respective ventures.
(d) 
Our investment in other ventures reflects our ownership interests, excluding venture losses that exceed our investment where we are not obligated to fund those losses. Please read Note 16—Variable Interest Entities for additional information.
In first six months 2014, we contributed cash of $4,430,000 to these ventures and received $1,923,000 in cash distributions, and in first six months 2013, we contributed cash of $782,000 to these ventures and received $1,580,000 in cash distributions. Distributions include both return of investments and distribution of earnings.

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We have provided performance bonds and letters of credit on behalf of certain ventures that could be drawn on due to failure to satisfy construction obligations as general contractor or for failure to timely deliver streets and utilities in accordance with local codes and ordinances. At second quarter-end 2014, we have $26,906,000 outstanding, of which $26,577,000 is related to development and construction of a 257-unit multifamily property in Austin which is substantially complete.
Note 8—Receivables
Receivables consist of:
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Loan secured by real estate
$
6,240

 
$
7,610

Other loans secured by real estate, average interest rates of 4.41% at second quarter-end 2014 and 5.00% at year-end 2013
9,803

 
7,987

Oil and gas joint interest billing receivables
11,086

 
3,896

Oil and gas revenue accruals
13,108

 
8,137

Other receivables and accrued interest
6,100

 
11,648

 
46,337

 
39,278

Allowance for bad debts
(26
)
 
(26
)
 
$
46,311

 
$
39,252

At second quarter-end 2014, we have $6,240,000 invested in a loan which was acquired from a financial institution in second quarter 2011 when it was non-performing and is secured by a lien on developed and undeveloped real estate located near Houston designated for single-family residential and commercial development. Interest accrues at nine percent the first three years escalating to ten percent in April 2015 and 12 percent in April 2016, with interest above 6.25 percent to be forgiven if the loan is prepaid by certain dates. In first six months 2014, we received principal payments of $5,293,000 and cash interest payments of $388,000. At second quarter-end 2014, the outstanding principal balance was $10,406,000.
Estimated accretable yield follows:
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
2014
 
(In thousands)
Beginning of period (year-end 2013)
$
8,908

Change in accretable yield due to change in timing of estimated cash flows
(427
)
Interest income recognized (in first six months 2014)
(4,311
)
End of period
$
4,170

Other loans secured by real estate generally are secured by a deed of trust and generally due within three years.
Note 9—Debt
Debt consists of:
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Senior secured credit facility
 
 
 
Term loan facility — average interest rate of 4.17% at year-end 2013
$

 
$
200,000

8.50% senior secured notes due 2022
250,000

 

3.75% convertible senior notes due 2020, net of discount
101,542

 
99,890

6.00% tangible equity units, net of discount
21,208

 
25,619

Secured promissory notes — average interest rates of 3.15% at second quarter-end 2014 and 3.17% at year-end 2013
15,400

 
15,400

Other indebtedness — interest rates ranging from 2.44% to 5.00% at second quarter-end 2014
12,178

 
16,498

 
$
400,328

 
$
357,407


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Our debt agreements contain financial covenants customary for such agreements including minimum levels of interest coverage and limitations on leverage. At second quarter-end 2014, we were in compliance with the financial covenants of these agreements.
In second quarter 2014, we amended our senior secured credit facility in order to consolidate previous amendments and to effect the following:
increase the revolving loan commitment from $200,000,000 to $300,000,000;
extend the maturity date to May 15, 2017 (with two one-year extension options);
increase the minimum interest coverage ratio from 1.50x to 2.50x;
eliminate the collateral value to loan commitment ratio covenant; and
increase the maximum total leverage ratio from 40% to 50%.
At second quarter-end 2014, our senior secured credit facility provides for a $300,000,000 revolving line of credit maturing May 15, 2017. The revolving line of credit may be prepaid at any time without penalty. The revolving line of credit includes a $100,000,000 sublimit for letters of credit, of which $8,198,000 is outstanding at second quarter-end 2014. Total borrowings under our senior secured credit facility (including the face amount of letters of credit) may not exceed a borrowing base formula. We incurred fees of $3,068,000 related to this amendment. At second quarter-end 2014, we had $291,802,000 in net unused borrowing capacity under our senior secured credit facility.
Under the terms of our senior secured credit facility, at our option we can borrow at LIBOR plus 4.0 percent or at the alternate base rate plus 3.0 percent. The alternate base rate is the highest of (i) KeyBank National Association’s base rate, (ii) the federal funds effective rate plus 0.5 percent or (iii) 30 day LIBOR plus 1 percent. Borrowings under the senior secured credit facility are or may be secured by (a) mortgages on the timberland, high value timberland and portions of raw entitled land, as well as pledges of other rights including certain oil and gas operating properties, (b) assignments of current and future leases, rents and contracts, (c) a security interest in our primary operating account, (d) a pledge of the equity interests in current and future material operating subsidiaries and most of our majority-owned joint venture interests, or if such pledge is not permitted, a pledge of the right to distributions from such entities, and (e) a pledge of reimbursements, hotel occupancy and other revenues payable to us from special improvement district tax collections in connection with our Cibolo Canyons project. The senior secured credit facility provides for releases of real estate and other collateral provided that borrowing base compliance is maintained.
On May 12, 2014, we issued $250,000,000 aggregate principal of 8.5% Senior Secured Notes due 2022 (Notes). The Notes will mature on June 1, 2022 and interest on the Notes is payable semiannually at a rate of 8.5 percent per annum in arrears. We incurred debt issuance costs of approximately $8,053,000, including the underwriters discount of $6,250,000. Net proceeds from issuance of the Notes were used to repay our $200,000,000 senior secured term loan. We intend to use the remaining amount for general corporate purposes, which may include investments in strategic growth opportunities.
At second quarter-end 2014, secured promissory notes represent a $15,400,000 loan collateralized by a 413 guest room hotel located in Austin with a carrying value of $27,453,000. Other indebtedness is collateralized by entitled, developed and under development projects with a carrying value of $40,956,000.
At second quarter-end 2014 and year-end 2013, we have $16,909,000 and $7,896,000 in unamortized deferred financing fees which are included in other assets. Amortization of deferred financing fees was $2,107,000 and $1,534,000 in first six months 2014 and 2013 and is included in interest expense.
Note 10—Fair Value
Fair value is the exchange price that would be the amount received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants. In arriving at a fair value measurement, we use a fair value hierarchy based on three levels of inputs, of which the first two are considered observable and the last unobservable. The three levels of inputs used to establish fair value are the following:
Level 1 — Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
Level 2 — Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities; and
Level 3 — Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities.

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Non-financial assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis principally include real estate assets, oil and gas properties, assets held for sale, goodwill and other intangible assets, which are measured for impairment. In second quarter 2014 and 2013, no non-financial assets were remeasured at fair value.
We elected not to use the fair value option for cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, other current assets, variable debt, accounts payable and other current liabilities. The carrying amounts of these financial instruments approximate their fair values due to their short-term nature or variable interest rates. We determine the fair value of fixed rate financial instruments using quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets.
Information about our fixed rate financial instruments not measured at fair value follows:
 
Second Quarter-End 2014
 
Year-End 2013
 
 
 
Carrying
Amount
 
Fair
Value
 
Carrying
Amount
 
Fair
Value
 
Valuation
Technique
 
(In thousands)
 
 
Loan secured by real estate
$
6,240

 
$
11,695

 
$
7,610

 
$
18,025

 
Level 2
Fixed rate debt (a)
(372,750
)
 
(395,230
)
 
(126,640
)
 
(118,634
)
 
Level 2
_____________________
(a) 
Second quarter-end 2014 includes our 8.50% senior secured notes due 2022, issued May 12, 2014.

Note 11—Capital Stock
Pursuant to our stockholder rights plan, each share of common stock outstanding is coupled with one-quarter of a preferred stock purchase right (Right). Each Right entitles our stockholders to purchase, under certain conditions, one one-hundredth of a share of newly issued Series A Junior Participating Preferred Stock at an exercise price of $100. Rights will be exercisable only if someone acquires beneficial ownership of 20 percent or more of our common shares or commences a tender or exchange offer, upon consummation of which they would beneficially own 20 percent or more of our common shares. We will generally be entitled to redeem the Rights at $0.001 per Right at any time until the 10th business day following public announcement that a 20 percent position has been acquired. The Rights will expire on December 11, 2017.
Please read Note 17—Share-Based Compensation for information about additional shares of common stock that could be issued under terms of our share-based compensation plans.
At second quarter-end 2014, personnel of former affiliates held options to purchase 713,000 shares of our common stock. The options have a weighted average exercise price of $26.02 and a weighted average remaining contractual term of two years. At second quarter-end 2014, the options have an aggregate intrinsic value of $75,300.
Note 12—Net Income per Share
Basic and diluted earnings per share is computed using the two-class method. The two-class method is an earnings allocation formula that determines net income per share for each class of common stock and participating security. We have determined that our 6.00% tangible equity units (Units) are participating securities. Per share amounts are computed by dividing earnings available to common shareholders by the weighted average shares outstanding during each period.

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The computations of basic and diluted earnings per share are as follows:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Numerator:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated net income
$
14,748

 
$
1,198

 
$
23,755

 
$
6,240

Less: Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interest
74

 
(657
)
 
(599
)
 
(1,748
)
Earnings available for diluted earnings per share
$
14,822

 
$
541

 
$
23,156

 
$
4,492

Less: Undistributed net income allocated to participating securities
(2,689
)
 

 
(4,205
)
 

Earnings available to common shareholders for basic earnings per share
$
12,133

 
$
541

 
$
18,951

 
$
4,492

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Denominator:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Weighted average common shares outstanding — basic
35,458

 
35,351

 
35,407

 
35,305

Weighted average common shares upon conversion of participating securities (a)
7,857

 

 
7,857

 

Dilutive effect of stock options, restricted stock and equity-settled awards
373

 
701

 
426

 
629

Total weighted average shares outstanding — diluted
43,688

 
36,052

 
43,690

 
35,934

Anti-dilutive awards excluded from diluted weighted average shares
2,503

 
1,854

 
2,277

 
1,837

_____________________
(a) 
Our earnings per share calculation reflects the weighted average shares issuable upon settlement of the prepaid stock purchase contract component of our 6.00% tangible equity units, issued November 27, 2013.
The actual number of shares we may issue upon settlement of the stock purchase contract will be between 6,547,800 shares (the minimum settlement rate) and 7,857,000 shares (the maximum settlement rate) based on the applicable market value, as defined in the purchase contract agreement associated with issuance of the Units.
We intend to settle the principal amount of our convertible senior notes (Convertible Notes) in cash upon conversion with only the amount in excess of par value of the Convertible Notes to be settled in shares of our common stock. Therefore, our calculation of diluted net income per share using the treasury stock method includes only the amount, if any, in excess of par value of the Convertible Notes. As such, the Convertible Notes have no impact on diluted net income per share until the price of our common stock exceeds the $24.49 conversion price of the Convertible Notes. The average price of our common stock in second quarter 2014 did not exceed the conversion price which resulted in no additional diluted outstanding shares.
Note 13—Income Taxes
Our effective tax rate was 35 percent in second quarter and first six months 2014, which includes a one percent benefit for noncontrolling interests. Our effective tax rate was 43 percent in second quarter 2013 and 32 percent in first six months 2013, which included a four percent benefit for noncontrolling interests. In addition, 2014 and 2013 effective tax rates include the effect of state income taxes, nondeductible items and benefits of percentage depletion.
We have not provided a valuation allowance for our federal deferred tax asset because we believe it is likely it will be recoverable in future periods.
Note 14—Commitments and Contingencies
Litigation
We are involved in various legal proceedings that arise from time to time in the ordinary course of doing business and believe that adequate reserves have been established for any probable losses. We do not believe that the outcome of any of these proceedings should have a significant adverse effect on our financial position, long-term results of operations or cash flows. However, it is possible that charges related to these matters could be significant to our results or cash flows in any one accounting period.
Environmental
Environmental remediation liabilities arise from time to time in the ordinary course of doing business, and we believe we have established adequate reserves for any probable losses that we can reasonably estimate. We own 288 acres near Antioch, California, portions of which were sites of a former paper manufacturing operation that are in remediation. We have received certificates of completion on all but one 80 acre tract, a portion of which includes subsurface contamination. We estimate the remaining cost to complete remediation activities will be approximately $869,000, which is included in other accrued expenses.

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It is possible that remediation or monitoring activities could be required in addition to those included within our estimate, but we are unable to determine the scope, timing or extent of such activities.
We have asset retirement obligations related to the abandonment and site restoration requirements that result from the acquisition, construction and development of oil and gas properties. We record the fair value of a liability for an asset retirement obligation in the period in which it is incurred and a corresponding increase in the carrying amount of the related long-lived asset. Accretion expense related to the asset retirement obligation and depletion expense related to capitalized asset retirement cost is included in cost of oil and gas producing activities on our consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income. At second quarter-end 2014, our asset retirement obligation was $1,616,000, which is included in other liabilities.
Note 15—Segment Information
We manage our operations through three segments: real estate, oil and gas and other natural resources. Real estate secures entitlements and develops infrastructure on our lands for single-family residential and mixed-use communities, and manages our undeveloped land, commercial and income producing properties, primarily a hotel and our multifamily investments. Oil and gas is an independent oil and gas exploration, development and production operation and manages our owned and leased mineral interests. Other natural resources manages our timber, recreational leases and water resource initiatives.
Total assets allocated by segment are as follows:
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
Year-End
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Real estate
$
612,076

 
$
582,802

Oil and gas
343,164

 
312,553

Other natural resources
26,103

 
23,478

Assets not allocated to segments (a)
241,009

 
253,319

 
$
1,222,352

 
$
1,172,152

  _________________________
(a) 
Assets not allocated to segments at second quarter-end 2014 principally consist of cash and cash equivalents of $184,168,000 and a net deferred tax asset of $34,519,000. Assets not allocated to segments at year-end 2013 principally consist of cash and cash equivalents of $192,307,000 and a net deferred tax asset of $40,398,000.
We evaluate performance based on segment earnings (loss) before unallocated items and income taxes. Segment earnings (loss) consist of operating income, equity in earnings (loss) of unconsolidated ventures, gain on sales of assets, interest income on loans secured by real estate and net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests. Items not allocated to our business segments consist of general and administrative expense, share-based compensation, gain on sale of strategic timberland, interest expense and other corporate non-operating income and expense. The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in Note 1—Basis of Presentation. Our revenues are derived from U.S. operations and all of our assets are located in the U.S. In second quarter and first six months 2014, no single customer accounted for more than ten percent of our total revenues.

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Segment revenues and earnings are as follows:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Revenues:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real estate
$
55,173

 
$
41,219

 
$
120,653

 
$
119,908

Oil and gas
24,377

 
15,831

 
41,931

 
31,335

Other natural resources
3,463

 
3,029

 
5,034

 
6,307

Total revenues
$
83,013

 
$
60,079

 
$
167,618

 
$
157,550

Segment earnings:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real estate
$
27,297

 
$
8,104

 
$
50,872

 
$
27,550

Oil and gas
9,522

 
4,243

 
10,329

 
9,370

Other natural resources
2,079

 
991

 
1,551

 
2,243

Total segment earnings
38,898

 
13,338

 
62,752

 
39,163

Items not allocated to segments (a)
(16,025
)
 
(11,886
)
 
(26,887
)
 
(31,767
)
Income before taxes attributable to Forestar Group Inc.
$
22,873

 
$
1,452

 
$
35,865

 
$
7,396

  _________________________
(a) 
Items not allocated to segments consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
General and administrative expense
$
(5,566
)
 
$
(5,329
)
 
$
(10,734
)
 
$
(10,287
)
Shared-based compensation expense
(3,219
)
 
(1,460
)
 
(3,532
)
 
(11,875
)
Interest expense
(7,370
)
 
(5,122
)
 
(12,873
)
 
(9,661
)
Other corporate non-operating income
130

 
25

 
252

 
56

 
$
(16,025
)
 
$
(11,886
)
 
$
(26,887
)
 
$
(31,767
)
Note 16—Variable Interest Entities
We participate in real estate ventures for the purpose of acquiring and developing residential, multifamily and mixed-use communities in which we may or may not have a controlling financial interest. Generally accepted accounting principles require consolidation of VIEs in which an enterprise has a controlling financial interest and is the primary beneficiary. A controlling financial interest will have both of the following characteristics: (a) the power to direct the VIE activities that most significantly impact economic performance and (b) the obligation to absorb the VIE losses and right to receive benefits that are significant to the VIE. We examine specific criteria and use judgment when determining whether we are the primary beneficiary and must consolidate a VIE. We perform this review initially at the time we enter into venture agreements and continuously reassess to see if we are the primary beneficiary of a VIE.
At second quarter-end 2014, we have four VIEs. We account for these VIEs using the equity method and we are not the primary beneficiary. Although we have certain rights regarding major decisions, we do not have the power to direct the activities that are most significant to the economic performance of these VIEs. At second quarter-end 2014, these VIEs have total assets of $44,002,000, substantially all of which represent developed and undeveloped real estate, and total liabilities of $66,153,000, which includes $27,410,000 of borrowings classified as current maturities. These amounts are included in the summarized balance sheet information for ventures accounted for using the equity method in Note 7—Investment in Unconsolidated Ventures. At second quarter-end 2014, our investment in these VIEs is $9,513,000 and is included in investment in unconsolidated ventures. In first six months 2014, we contributed $4,341,000 to these VIEs. Our maximum exposure to loss related to one of these VIEs is estimated at $3,659,000, which exceeds our investment as we have a nominal general partner interest and could be held responsible for its liabilities. The maximum exposure to loss represents the maximum loss that we could be required to recognize assuming all the ventures’ assets (principally real estate) are worthless, without consideration of the probability of a loss or of any actions we may take to mitigate any such loss.

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Note 17—Share-Based Compensation
Share-based compensation expense consists of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Cash-settled awards
$
1,488

 
$
(972
)
 
$
(1,195
)
 
$
5,675

Equity-settled awards
1,241

 
947

 
3,590

 
2,666

Restricted stock
33

 
61

 
79

 
456

Stock options
457

 
1,424

 
1,058

 
3,078

 
$
3,219

 
$
1,460

 
$
3,532

 
$
11,875

Share-based compensation expense is included in:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
General and administrative expense
$
1,290

 
$
501

 
$
1,267

 
$
6,013

Other operating expense
1,929

 
959

 
2,265

 
5,862

 
$
3,219

 
$
1,460

 
$
3,532

 
$
11,875

In first six months 2014, we granted 92,800 cash-settled awards and 467,200 equity-settled awards. Equity-settled awards granted to employees in the first six months 2014 include restricted stock units (RSUs), market-leveraged stock units (MSUs) and performance stock units (PSUs). Both cash-settled and equity-settled RSUs vest ratably over three years from the date of grant. Equity-settled MSUs and PSUs vest after three years from the date of grant upon achievement of market condition for MSUs and upon achievement of performance goals for PSUs. Equity-settled awards in the form of RSUs granted to our directors are fully vested at the time of grant and are issued upon retirement. There were no restricted stock awards or stock options granted in first six months 2014.
The fair value of awards granted to retirement eligible employees and expensed at the date of grant was $760,000 and $590,000 in first six months 2014 and 2013. Unrecognized share-based compensation expense related to non-vested equity-settled awards, restricted stock and stock options is $12,762,000 at second quarter-end 2014.
In first six months 2014 and 2013, we issued 162,380 and 87,154 shares out of our treasury stock associated with vesting of stock-based awards or exercise of stock options, net of 51,681 and 54,497 shares withheld having a value of $972,000 and $1,027,000 for payroll taxes in connection with vesting of stock-based awards or exercise of stock options.
Note 18—Subsequent Event
On July 15, 2014, we entered into the FMF Littleton LLC venture with AIGGRE Littleton Common Investor LLC (AIGGRE), to develop a 385-unit multifamily property in Littleton, Colorado. We own a 25 percent interest and AIGGRE owns remaining 75 percent interest. We contributed $4,900,000 of land and pre-development costs to the venture, net of $9,852,000 of reimbursements received from the venture for land and pre-development costs we previously incurred. On July 15, 2014, FMF Littleton LLC obtained a senior secured construction loan in the amount of $46,384,000 that bears interest at LIBOR rate plus 1.90% payable monthly and has an initial term (Initial Loan Term) of 36 months and may be extended for two additional 12-month periods following the Initial Loan Term, subject to payment of extension fees and fulfillment of specified conditions. The loan is secured by a lien on the project land and improvements to be constructed, and by a collateral assignment of present and future leases and rents. We provided the lender with a guaranty of completion of the improvements; a guaranty for repayment of 25 percent of the principal balance and unpaid accrued interest; and a standard nonrecourse carve-out guaranty. The principal guaranty will reduce from 25 percent of principal to ten percent upon achievement of certain conditions.


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Item 2.        Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our 2013 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Unless otherwise indicated, information is presented as of second quarter-end 2014, and references to acreage owned includes all acres owned by ventures regardless of our ownership interest in a venture.
Forward-Looking Statements
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and other materials we have filed or may file with the Securities and Exchange Commission contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements are identified by their use of terms and phrases such as “believe,” “anticipate,” “could,” “estimate,” “likely,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “expect,” and similar expressions, including references to assumptions. These statements reflect our current views with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties. We note that a variety of factors and uncertainties could cause our actual results to differ significantly from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Factors and uncertainties that might cause such differences include, but are not limited to:
general economic, market or business conditions in Texas or Georgia, where our real estate activities are concentrated;
our ability to achieve some or all of our strategic initiatives;
the opportunities (or lack thereof) that may be presented to us and that we may pursue;
our ability to hire and retain key personnel;
significant customer concentration;
future residential, multifamily or commercial entitlements, development approvals and the ability to obtain such approvals;
obtaining approvals of reimbursements and other payments from special improvement districts and the timing of such payments;
accuracy of estimates and other assumptions related to investment in and development of real estate, the expected timing and pricing of land and lot sales and related cost of real estate sales, impairment of long-lived assets, income taxes, share-based compensation, oil and gas reserves, revenues, capital expenditures and lease operating expense accruals associated with our oil and gas working interests, and depletion of our oil and gas properties;
the levels of resale housing inventory and potential impact of foreclosures in our mixed-use development projects and the regions in which they are located;
fluctuations in costs and expenses;
demand for new housing, which can be affected by a number of factors including the availability of mortgage credit;
demand for multifamily communities, which can be affected by a number of factors including local markets and economic conditions;
competitive actions by other companies;
changes in governmental policies, laws or regulations and actions or restrictions of regulatory agencies;
risks associated with oil and gas exploration, drilling and production activities;
fluctuations in oil and gas commodity prices;
government regulation of exploration and production technology, including hydraulic fracturing;
the results of financing efforts, including our ability to obtain financing with favorable terms, or at all;
our ability to make interest and principal payments on our debt and satisfy the other covenants contained in our senior credit facility, indentures and other debt agreements;
our partners’ ability to fund their capital commitments and otherwise fulfill their operating and financial obligations;
the effect of limitations, restrictions and natural events on our ability to harvest and deliver timber;
inability to obtain permits for, or changes in laws, governmental policies or regulations affecting, water withdrawal or usage;
the final resolutions or outcomes with respect to our contingent and other liabilities related to our business; and
our ability to execute our growth strategy and deliver acceptable returns from acquisitions and other investments.

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Other factors, including the risk factors described in Item 1A of our 2013 Annual Report on Form 10-K, may also cause actual results to differ materially from those projected by our forward-looking statements. New factors emerge from time to time and it is not possible for us to predict all such factors, nor can we assess the impact of any such factor on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement.
Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and, except as required by law, we expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to 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.
Strategy
Our strategy is:
Recognizing and responsibly delivering the greatest value from every acre; and
Growing through strategic and disciplined investments.
2014 Strategic Initiatives
On February 13, 2014, we announced Growing FORward, new strategic initiatives designed to further enhance shareholder value by:
Growing segment earnings through strategic and disciplined investments,
Increasing returns, and
Repositioning non-core assets.
Results of Operations
A summary of our consolidated results by business segment follows:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Revenues:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real estate
$
55,173

 
$
41,219

 
$
120,653

 
$
119,908

Oil and gas
24,377

 
15,831

 
41,931

 
31,335

Other natural resources
3,463

 
3,029

 
5,034

 
6,307

Total revenues
$
83,013

 
$
60,079

 
$
167,618

 
$
157,550

Segment earnings:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real estate
$
27,297

 
$
8,104

 
$
50,872

 
$
27,550

Oil and gas
9,522

 
4,243

 
10,329

 
9,370

Other natural resources
2,079

 
991

 
1,551

 
2,243

Total segment earnings
38,898

 
13,338

 
62,752

 
39,163

Items not allocated to segments:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
General and administrative expense
(5,566
)
 
(5,329
)
 
(10,734
)
 
(10,287
)
Share-based compensation expense
(3,219
)
 
(1,460
)
 
(3,532
)
 
(11,875
)
Interest expense
(7,370
)
 
(5,122
)
 
(12,873
)
 
(9,661
)
Other corporate non-operating income
130

 
25

 
252

 
56

Income before taxes
22,873

 
1,452

 
35,865

 
7,396

Income tax expense
(8,051
)
 
(911
)
 
(12,709
)
 
(2,904
)
Net income attributable to Forestar Group Inc.
$
14,822

 
$
541

 
$
23,156

 
$
4,492


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Significant aspects of our results of operations follow:
Second Quarter and First Six Months 2014
Second quarter and first six months 2014 real estate segment earnings benefited from increased undeveloped land sales and residential lot sales activity. In addition, second quarter 2014 real estate segment earnings included a $10,476,000 gain associated with a non-monetary exchange of leasehold timber rights for 5,400 acres of undeveloped land with a partner in a consolidated venture.
Oil and gas segment earnings increased principally due to gain of $5,706,000 related to the sale of oil and gas properties in Oklahoma and North Dakota. Segment earnings also benefited from higher working interest production volumes compared with second quarter and first six months 2013, offset partially by higher exploration, production and operating expenses. In addition, segment earnings were negatively impacted by lower production volumes and delay rental revenues associated with our owned mineral interests.
Second quarter 2014 other natural resources segment earnings increased compared with second quarter 2013 principally due to a groundwater reservation agreement which generated $698,000 in segment earnings and a $685,000 gain from a partial termination of a timber lease. Second quarter and first six months 2014 segment earnings were impacted by lower fiber volumes compared with second quarter and first six months 2013.
Share-based compensation expense decreased principally as result of a ten percent decrease in our stock price since year-end 2013, compared with a 16 percent increase in our stock price in first six months 2013 since year-end 2012, which impacted the value of vested cash-settled awards.
Second quarter and first six months 2014 interest expense increased primarily due to higher average borrowing rates and debt outstanding.
Second Quarter and First Six Months 2013
Second quarter 2013 real estate segment earnings increased primarily due to higher average prices for lots and commercial acres sold offset by lower lot sales volume and commercial acres sold in second quarter 2013 as compared with second quarter 2012. In addition, second quarter 2013 real estate segment earnings increased primarily due to sale of the remaining 440 undeveloped residential acres from a project in Florida for$3,536,000, which generated approximately $687,000 in segment earnings. First six months 2013 real estate segment earnings benefited from sale of Promesa, a 289-unit multifamily property we developed and sold in Austin, for $41,000,000, which generated approximately $10,881,000 in segment earnings. In addition, first six months 2013 segment earnings also benefited from increased residential lot sales activity, undeveloped land sales from our retail program and commercial tract sales.
Oil and gas segment earnings decreased principally due to lower oil and gas production volumes and lower average oil prices and reduced delay rental payments received related to royalties from our owned mineral interests. This decrease was partially offset by higher working interest production volume and earnings attributable to our exploration and production operations as result of our acquisition of Credo in third quarter 2012.
Other natural resources segment earnings benefited from higher levels of timber harvesting activity which was driven by increased customer demand.
Share-based compensation expense increased principally as result of a 16 percent increase in our stock price since year-end 2012, compared to a 15 percent decrease in our stock price in first six months 2012, which impacted the value of vested cash-settled awards.
Current Market Conditions
U.S. single-family residential market conditions continued to improve in first six months 2014, driven by a growing demand for homes and a tightening supply of homes available for sale. Housing demand has been fueled primarily by improved housing affordability, largely due to relatively low mortgage rates, and increased consumer confidence. Inventories of new homes are at historically low levels in many areas. In addition, declining finished lot inventories and supply of economically developable raw land is increasing demand for our developed lots. However, unemployment levels, national and global economic weakness and uncertainty, and a restrictive mortgage lending environment continue to threaten a robust recovery in the housing market. Multifamily market conditions continue to be strong, with many markets experiencing healthy occupancy levels and positive rent growth. This improvement has been driven primarily by limited housing inventory, reduced single-family mortgage credit availability, and the increased propensity to rent among the 18 to 34 year old demographic of the U.S. population.
Oil prices have remained strong over the last several months and generally have been stronger over the last two years. Gas prices are up nearly 40 percent from year ago levels, but are significantly lower than realized prices over the last decade. 

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Prolonged cold weather throughout the 2013 - 2014 heating season has taken working gas in storage below the previous five year average (2009 - 2013) causing gas prices to recover from their lows of a year ago.  Exploration and development activity continues to be oil focused due to the premium price of oil over gas when comparing energy equivalency and current estimates of domestic gas producing supplies are believed to be sufficient.
Business Segments
We manage our operations through three business segments:
Real estate,
Oil and gas, and
Other natural resources.
We evaluate performance based on segment earnings (loss) before unallocated items and income taxes. Segment earnings (loss) consist of operating income, equity in earnings (loss) of unconsolidated ventures, gain on sales of assets, interest income on loans secured by real estate and net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests. Items not allocated to our business segments consist of general and administrative expense, share-based compensation, gain on sale of strategic timberland, interest expense and other corporate non-operating income and expense. The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in the accounting policy note to the consolidated financial statements.
We operate in cyclical industries. Our operations are affected to varying degrees by supply and demand factors and economic conditions including changes in interest rates, availability of mortgage credit, consumer and home builder sentiment, new housing starts, real estate values, employment levels, changes in the market prices for oil, gas and timber, and the overall strength or weakness of the U.S. economy.
Real Estate
We own directly or through ventures approximately 121,000 acres of real estate located in ten states and 13 markets. Our real estate segment secures entitlements and develops infrastructure on our lands, primarily for single-family residential and mixed-use communities. We own approximately 98,000 acres in a broad area around Atlanta, Georgia, with the balance located primarily in Texas. We target investments principally in our strategic growth corridors, regions across the southern half of the United States that possess key demographic and growth characteristics that we believe make them attractive for long-term real estate investment. We own and manage our projects either directly or through ventures. Our real estate segment revenues are principally derived from the sales of residential single-family lots and tracts, undeveloped land and commercial real estate, and from the operation of income producing properties, primarily a hotel and multifamily properties we may develop and sell as a merchant builder.
A summary of our real estate results follows:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Revenues
$
55,173

 
$
41,219

 
$
120,653

 
$
119,908

Cost of sales
(32,025
)
 
(28,262
)
 
(68,209
)
 
(81,308
)
Operating expenses
(9,315
)
 
(7,709
)
 
(17,390
)
 
(14,681
)
 
13,833

 
5,248

 
35,054

 
23,919

Interest income on loan secured by real estate
2,139

 
1,086

 
4,311

 
2,196

Gain on non-monetary exchange
10,476

 

 
10,476

 

Equity in earnings of unconsolidated ventures
775

 
2,427

 
1,630

 
3,183

Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
74

 
(657
)
 
(599
)
 
(1,748
)
Segment earnings
$
27,297

 
$
8,104

 
$
50,872

 
$
27,550

In first six months 2014, revenues were principally driven by increased residential real estate and undeveloped land sales.
In second quarter and first six months 2014, cost of sales includes $3,539,000 and $9,041,000 related to multifamily construction contract costs we incurred as general contractor and paid to subcontractors associated with our development of two multifamily venture properties, which includes a $2,269,000 charge absorbed by us in first quarter 2014 and $78,000 charge in second quarter 2014 reflecting estimated cost increases associated with our fixed fee contract as a general contractor for these two multifamily venture properties. Cost of sales associated with multifamily construction contracts for second quarter and first six months 2013 were $11,460,000 and $17,606,000. First six months 2013 cost of sales also included

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$29,707,000 in carrying value related to Promesa, a 289-unit multifamily property we developed as a merchant builder and sold.
Interest income principally represents earnings from a loan we hold which is secured by a mixed-use real estate community in Houston.
In second quarter and first six months 2014, we recorded a $10,476,000 gain associated with a non-monetary exchange of leasehold timber rights on approximately 10,300 acres for 5,400 acres of undeveloped land with a partner in a consolidated venture.
In first six months 2014, the decrease in net income attributable to noncontrolling interests compared with first six months 2013 is principally due to the purchase of noncontrolling interests in the Lantana ventures for $7,971,000 in March 2014.
Revenues in our owned and consolidated ventures consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Residential real estate
$
33,901

 
$
18,348

 
$
69,162

 
$
37,450

Commercial real estate
609

 
2,187

 
780

 
3,438

Undeveloped land
7,297

 
2,578

 
27,010

 
5,287

Commercial and income producing properties
11,050

 
17,861

 
20,983

 
72,032

Other
2,316

 
245

 
2,718

 
1,701

 
$
55,173

 
$
41,219

 
$
120,653

 
$
119,908

Residential real estate revenues principally consist of the sale of single-family lots to national, regional and local homebuilders. Revenues increased in second quarter and first six months 2014 compared with second quarter and first six months 2013 due to increased lot sales volume offset by lower average price per lot sold and higher undeveloped land sales. In addition, in first six months 2014, we sold 910 undeveloped residential tract acres for $6,567,000 which generated segment earnings of $2,698,000, compared with sale of the remaining 440 undeveloped residential acres from a project in Florida for $3,536,000, which generated approximately $687,000 in segment earnings in first six months 2013.
In first six months 2014, undeveloped land sales increased as compared with first six months 2013 principally due to first quarter sale of 9,329 acres for $19,713,000, or approximately $2,100 per acre, generating approximately $16,233,000 in segment earnings.
In addition, second quarter and first six months 2014 commercial and income producing properties revenues include construction revenues of $3,461,000 and $6,694,000 associated with our multifamily guaranteed maximum price construction contracts as general contractor. We are reimbursed for costs paid to subcontractors plus we may earn a development and construction fee on certain projects, both of which are included in commercial and income producing properties revenue. Revenues associated with multifamily construction contracts for second quarter and first six months 2013 were $11,460,000 and $17,606,000.
In first six months 2014, commercial and income producing properties revenue decreased compared with first six months 2013 as a result of the first quarter 2013 sale of Promesa, a 289-unit multifamily property in Austin which we developed and sold as a merchant builder for $41,000,000 generating segment earnings of $10,881,000.
In first six months 2014, revenues related to our 413 guest room hotel in Austin were up $1,187,000 when compared with first six months 2013, primarily due to higher average room rates and food and beverage sales.

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Units sold in our owned and consolidated ventures consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
Residential real estate:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Lots sold
481

 
259

 
1,317

 
614

Revenue per lot sold
$
60,651

 
$
57,154

 
$
47,644

 
$
54,440

Commercial real estate:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Acres sold
3

 
32

 
3

 
35

Revenue per acre sold
$
96,774

 
$
74,166

 
$
96,774

 
$
100,311

Undeveloped land:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Acres sold
2,950

 
1,000

 
12,279

 
1,919

Revenue per acre sold
$
2,473

 
$
2,576

 
$
2,200

 
$
2,755

Operating expenses consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Employee compensation and benefits
$
2,655

 
$
1,902

 
$
5,513

 
$
3,274

Property taxes
1,899

 
2,049

 
3,485

 
4,045

Professional services
2,272

 
956

 
3,411

 
2,126

Depreciation and amortization
695

 
713

 
1,343

 
1,742

Other
1,794

 
2,089

 
3,638

 
3,494

 
$
9,315

 
$
7,709

 
$
17,390

 
$
14,681

The increase in employee compensation and benefits in second quarter and first six months 2014 is principally related to increase in staffing and incentive compensation. The increase in professional services in second quarter and first six months 2014 is primarily associated with conveyance of land in payment of management fees in a consolidated venture associated with non-monetary exchange of leasehold timber rights for undeveloped land.
Information about our real estate projects and our real estate ventures follows:
 
Second
Quarter-End
 
2014
 
2013
Owned and consolidated ventures:
 
 
 
Entitled, developed and under development projects
 
 
 
Number of projects
65

 
65

Residential lots remaining
15,077

 
19,681

Commercial acres remaining
1,718

 
2,019

Undeveloped land and land in the entitlement process
 
 
 
Number of projects
11

 
14

Acres in entitlement process
24,430

 
25,980

Acres undeveloped
79,563

 
87,714

Ventures accounted for using the equity method:
 
 
 
Ventures’ lot sales (for first six months)
 
 
 
Lots sold
194

 
192

Average price per lot sold
$
67,772

 
$
54,407

Ventures’ entitled, developed and under development projects
 
 
 
Number of projects
8

 
7

Residential lots remaining
3,021

 
3,495

Commercial acres sold (for first six months)

 
2

Average price per acre sold
$

 
$
652,886

Commercial acres remaining
240

 
306

Ventures’ undeveloped land and land in the entitlement process
 
 
 
Acres sold (for first six months)
258

 
42

Average price per acre sold
$
2,306

 
$
2,650

Acres undeveloped
5,073

 
5,613


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We underwrite development projects based on a variety of assumptions incorporated into our development plans, including the timing and pricing of sales and leasing and costs to complete development. Our development plans are periodically reviewed in comparison to our return projections and expectations, and we may revise our plans as business conditions warrant. If as a result of changes to our development plans the anticipated future net cash flows are reduced such that our basis in a project is not fully recoverable, we may be required to recognize a non-cash impairment charge for such project.
Our net investment in owned and consolidated real estate by geographic location follows:
State
Entitled,
Developed,
and Under
Development
Projects
 
Undeveloped
Land and Land
in Entitlement Process
 
Commercial
and Income
Producing
Properties
 
Total
 
(In thousands)
Texas
$
277,924

 
$
5,851

 
$
70,159

 
$
353,934

Georgia
18,483

 
64,737

 

 
83,220

Colorado
23,967

 

 
14,837

 
38,804

California
8,915

 
22,374

 

 
31,289

North Carolina

 
28

 
13,872

 
13,900

Tennessee
8,687

 
1,019

 

 
9,706

Other
7,335

 
305

 

 
7,640

 
$
345,311

 
$
94,314

 
$
98,868

 
$
538,493

Oil and Gas
Our oil and gas segment is focused on the exploration, development and production of oil and gas on our mineral and leasehold interests.
We are an independent oil and gas exploration, development and production company. We have approximately 345,000 net mineral acres leased from others principally located in Nebraska and Kansas primarily targeting the Lansing-Kansas City formation, in the Texas Panhandle primarily targeting the Tonkawa and Cleveland formations, and in North Dakota primarily targeting the Bakken and Three Forks formations. Our leasehold interests include 41,000 net acres held by production and 401 gross oil and gas wells with working interest ownership, of which 195 are operated by us. These leasehold interests include about 8,000 net mineral acres in North Dakota focused on the Bakken and Three Forks formations.
In addition, we lease portions of our 590,000 owned net mineral acres located principally in Texas, Louisiana, Georgia and Alabama to other oil and gas companies in return for a lease bonus, delay rentals and a royalty interest. At second quarter-end 2014, we have about 20,000 net acres leased to others, about 36,000 net acres leased to others that are held by production and 547 gross productive wells operated by others on our owned mineral acres. Most leases are for a three to five year term although all or a portion of a lease may be extended as long as actual production is occurring.
A summary of our oil and gas results follows:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Revenues
$
24,377

 
$
15,831

 
$
41,931

 
$
31,335

Cost of oil and gas producing activities
(16,926
)
 
(8,838
)
 
(29,546
)
 
(16,672
)
Operating expenses
(3,812
)
 
(2,880
)
 
(8,071
)
 
(5,570
)
 
3,639

 
4,113

 
4,314

 
9,093

Gain on sale of assets
5,706

 

 
5,706

 

Equity in earnings of unconsolidated ventures
177

 
130

 
309

 
277

Segment earnings
$
9,522

 
$
4,243

 
$
10,329

 
$
9,370

In second quarter 2014, the gain of $5,706,000 is related to the sale of 97 gross (6 net) producing oil and gas wells in Oklahoma for a gain of $4,488,000 and the sale of 223 net mineral acres leased from others in North Dakota for a gain of $1,218,000.

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Revenues consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Oil production (a)
$
22,010

 
$
14,188

 
$
37,004

 
$
27,376

Gas production
1,840

 
1,455

 
3,781

 
3,184

Other
527

 
188

 
1,146

 
775

 
$
24,377

 
$
15,831

 
$
41,931

 
$
31,335

 _________________________
(a) 
Oil production includes revenues from oil, condensate and natural gas liquids (NGLs).
In second quarter 2014, oil and gas production revenues increased principally as a result of higher production volumes. Increased oil production volume contributed $6,113,000 and higher oil prices contributed $1,709,000. Decreased gas production volume negatively impacted revenues by $123,000, offset by higher gas prices increasing revenues by $508,000 as compared with second quarter 2013.
In first six months 2014, oil and gas production revenues increased principally as a result of higher production volumes. Increased oil production volume contributed $8,339,000 and higher oil prices contributed $1,289,000. Decreased gas production volume negatively impacted revenues by $415,000, offset by higher gas prices increasing revenues by $1,012,000 as compared with first six months 2013.
In first six months 2014, other revenues include $1,084,000 in lease bonuses received from leasing approximately 3,100 net mineral acres owned in Texas and Louisiana. In first six months 2013, other revenues include $464,000 in delay rental payments received from others associated with our owned mineral interests principally related to extending the lease term on approximately 1,500 net mineral acres.
Cost of oil and gas producing activities consists of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Depletion and amortization
$
7,213

 
$
4,328

 
$
11,809

 
$
7,891

Exploration costs
5,183

 
2,103

 
9,318

 
3,411

Production costs
4,457

 
2,354

 
8,305

 
5,152

Other
73

 
53

 
114

 
218

 
$
16,926

 
$
8,838

 
$
29,546

 
$
16,672

In first six months 2014, cost of oil and gas producing activities increased compared with first six months 2013 due to higher exploration, production and depletion expenses. Depletion and amortization represent the non-cash cost of producing oil and gas associated with our working interests and is computed based on the units of production method.
Exploration costs principally represent exploratory dry hole costs, geological and geophysical and seismic study costs. Dry hole costs in first six months 2014 were $5,665,000, which includes a $2,141,000 charge in second quarter 2014 associated with an exploratory well in east Texas, compared with dry hole costs of $1,296,000 in first six months 2013. As a result of expiring leasehold, we recorded non-cash impairment charges on our unproved oil and gas properties of $1,339,000 in first six months 2014. No non-cash impairment charges related to expiring leases were recorded in first six months 2013. Periodic assessment of proved and unproved oil and gas properties did not result in any impairment charges for first six months 2014 or 2013.
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Oil and gas produced and average unit prices related to our royalty and working interests follows:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
Consolidated entities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oil production (barrels)
225,300

 
152,700

 
382,300

 
286,100

Average oil price per barrel
$
95.38

 
$
90.64

 
$
93.75

 
$
92.86

NGL production (barrels)
12,000

 
13,100

 
27,000

 
27,600

Average NGL price per barrel
$
43.24

 
$
26.49

 
$
43.17

 
$
29.37

Total oil production (barrels), including NGLs
237,300

 
165,800

 
409,300

 
313,700

Average total oil price per barrel, including NGLs
$
92.75

 
$
85.55

 
$
90.41

 
$
87.26

Gas production (millions of cubic feet)
409.4

 
447.5

 
843.2

 
971.1

Average price per thousand cubic feet
$
4.49

 
$
3.25

 
$
4.48

 
$
3.28

Our share of ventures accounted for using the equity method:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gas production (millions of cubic feet)
50.5

 
57.8

 
103.2

 
128.0

Average price per thousand cubic feet
$
4.54

 
$
3.23

 
$
4.01

 
$
3.13

Total consolidated and our share of equity method ventures:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oil production (barrels)
225,300

 
152,700

 
382,300

 
286,100

Average oil price per barrel
$
95.38

 
$
90.64

 
$
93.75

 
$
92.86

NGL production (barrels)
12,000

 
13,100

 
27,000

 
27,600

Average NGL price per barrel
$
43.24

 
$
26.49

 
$
43.17

 
$
29.37

Total oil production (barrels), including NGLs
237,300

 
165,800

 
409,300

 
313,700

Average total oil price per barrel, including NGLs
$
92.75

 
$
85.55

 
$
90.41

 
$
87.26

Gas production (millions of cubic feet)
459.9

 
505.3

 
946.4

 
1,099.1

Average price per thousand cubic feet
$
4.50

 
$
3.25

 
$
4.43

 
$
3.26

Total BOE (barrel of oil equivalent) (a)
313,900

 
250,100

 
567,000

 
496,900

Average price per barrel of oil equivalent
$
76.70

 
$
63.30

 
$
72.66

 
$
62.31

 _________________________
(a) 
Gas is converted to barrels of oil equivalent (BOE) using a conversion of six Mcf to one barrel of oil.
Operating expenses consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Employee compensation and benefits
$
2,443

 
$
1,761

 
$
5,014

 
$
3,630

Professional and consulting services
288

 
202

 
677

 
460

Depreciation
264

 
365

 
515

 
524

Property taxes
307

 
104

 
583

 
186

Other
510

 
448

 
1,282

 
770

 
$
3,812

 
$
2,880

 
$
8,071

 
$
5,570

First six months 2014 operating expenses increased compared with first six months 2013, primarily as a result of increased personnel costs for additional staffing hired in the second half of 2013 to support our oil and gas operations as an independent exploration, development and production company.
Other Natural Resources
Our other natural resources segment manages our timber holdings, recreational leases and water resource initiatives. At second quarter-end 2014, we have about 109,000 real estate acres we own directly or through ventures, primarily in Georgia, with timber, and about 2,000 acres of timber under lease. Our other natural resources segment revenues are principally derived from the sales of wood fiber from our land and leases for recreational uses. We have water interests in approximately 1.5 million acres, including a 45 percent nonparticipating royalty interest in groundwater produced or withdrawn for commercial purposes or sold from 1.4 million acres in Texas, Louisiana, Georgia and Alabama, and approximately 20,000 acres of ground water leases in central Texas.


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A summary of our other natural resources results follows:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Revenues
$
3,463

 
$
3,029

 
$
5,034

 
$
6,307

Cost of sales
(801
)
 
(516
)
 
(1,577
)
 
(1,208
)
Operating expenses
(1,274
)
 
(1,531
)
 
(2,601
)
 
(2,875
)
 
1,388

 
982

 
856

 
2,224

Gain on partial termination of timber lease
685

 

 
685

 

Equity in earnings of unconsolidated ventures
6

 
9

 
10

 
19

Segment earnings
$
2,079

 
$
991

 
$
1,551

 
$
2,243

Cost of sales principally includes non-cash cost of timber cut and sold and delay rental payments paid to others related to groundwater leases in central Texas.
In second quarter 2014, we recorded a $685,000 gain associated with partial termination of a timber lease related to 697 acres of undeveloped land in Georgia from a consolidated venture.
Revenues consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Fiber
$
2,441

 
$
2,711

 
$
3,744

 
$
5,700

Water
750

 

 
750

 

Recreational leases and other
272

 
318

 
540

 
607

 
$
3,463

 
$
3,029

 
$
5,034

 
$
6,307

Second quarter and first six months 2014 water revenues are associated with a groundwater reservation agreement.
Fiber sold consists of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
Pulpwood tons sold
58,200

 
128,100

 
86,400

 
248,700

Average pulpwood price per ton
$
11.42

 
$
8.66

 
$
10.85

 
$
9.19

Sawtimber tons sold
49,600

 
56,900

 
78,500

 
127,800

Average sawtimber price per ton
$
23.23

 
$
23.87

 
$
22.67

 
$
23.04

Total tons sold
107,800

 
185,000

 
164,900

 
376,500

Average stumpage price per ton (a)
$
16.86

 
$
13.34

 
$
16.48

 
$
13.89

 _________________________
(a) 
Average stumpage price per ton is based on gross revenues less cut and haul costs.
In first six months 2014, total fiber revenues decreased compared with first six months 2013, due to decreased harvest activity, offset partially by higher average prices.
Information about our recreational leases follows:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
Average recreational acres leased
110,000

 
121,800

 
113,200

 
122,200

Average price per leased acre
$
9.69

 
$
9.29

 
$
9.41

 
$
9.29


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Operating expenses consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Professional and consulting services
$
532

 
$
843

 
$
1,207

 
$
1,550

Employee compensation and benefits
604

 
402

 
1,109

 
844

Facility and long-term timber lease costs
36

 
116

 
74

 
195

Other
102

 
170

 
211

 
286

 
$
1,274

 
$
1,531

 
$
2,601

 
$
2,875

Items Not Allocated to Segments
Unallocated items represent income and expenses managed on a company-wide basis and include general and administrative expenses, share-based compensation, gain on sale of strategic timberland, interest expense and other corporate non-operating income and expense. General and administrative expenses principally consist of accounting and finance, tax, legal, human resources, internal audit, information technology and our board of directors. These functions support all of our business segments and are not allocated.
General and administrative expenses consist of:
 
Second Quarter
 
First Six Months
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
(In thousands)
Employee compensation and benefits
$
2,465

 
$
1,964

 
$
4,726

 
$
4,100

Professional services
1,168

 
911

 
1,910

 
1,748

Depreciation and amortization
151

 
218

 
295

 
442

Insurance costs
240

 
245

 
515

 
447

Facility costs
248

 
237

 
476

 
437

Other
1,294

 
1,754

 
2,812

 
3,113

 
$
5,566

 
$
5,329

 
$
10,734

 
$
10,287

Income Taxes
Our effective tax rate was 35 percent in second quarter 2014 and first six months 2014, which includes a one percent benefit for noncontrolling interests. Our effective tax rate was 43 percent in second quarter 2013 and 32 percent in first six months 2013, which included a 4 percent benefit for noncontrolling interests. The increase in the second quarter 2013 effective tax rate was primarily due to a decrease in the benefit for noncontrolling interests. In addition, 2014 and 2013 effective tax rates include the effect of state income taxes, nondeductible items and benefits of percentage depletion.
We have not provided a valuation allowance for our federal deferred tax asset because we believe it is likely it will be recoverable in future periods based on considerations including taxable income in prior carryback years, future reversals of existing temporary differences, tax planning strategies and future taxable income. If these sources of income are not sufficient in future periods, we may be required to provide a valuation allowance for our federal deferred tax asset.

Capital Resources and Liquidity
Sources and Uses of Cash
We operate in cyclical industries and our cash flows fluctuate accordingly. Our principal sources of cash are proceeds from the sale of real estate and timber, the cash flow from oil and gas and income producing properties, borrowings and reimbursements from utility and improvement districts. Our principal cash requirements are for the acquisition and development of real estate and investment in oil and gas leasing and production activities, either directly or indirectly through ventures, taxes, interest and compensation. Operating cash flows are affected by the timing of the payment of real estate development expenditures and the collection of proceeds from the eventual sale of the real estate, the timing of which can vary substantially depending on many factors including the size of the project, state and local permitting requirements and availability of utilities, and by the timing of oil and gas leasing and production activities. Working capital varies based on a variety of factors, including the timing of sales of real estate and timber, oil and gas leasing and production activities, collection of receivables, reimbursement from utility and improvement districts and the payment of payables and expenses.

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We regularly evaluate alternatives for managing our capital structure and liquidity profile in consideration of expected cash flows, growth and operating capital requirements and capital market conditions. We may, at any time, be considering or be in discussions with respect to the purchase or sale of our common stock, debt securities, convertible securities or a combination thereof.
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Cash flows from our real estate development activities, undeveloped land sales, commercial and income producing properties, timber sales, income from oil and gas properties, recreational leases and reimbursements from utility and improvement districts are classified as operating cash flows.
In first six months 2014, net cash provided by operating activities was $18,995,000 principally due to increased residential lot sales and undeveloped land sales activity. This is partially offset by real estate development and acquisition expenditures exceeding real estate cost of sales. In first six months 2013, net cash provided by operating activities was $34,873,000 principally as result of selling Promesa for $41,000,000, a 289-unit multifamily property we developed, generating net proceeds to us of $21,522,000. Real estate cost of sales, which include $29,707,000 in carrying value related to the sale of Promesa, exceeded expenditures for real estate development and acquisition expenditures, which includes the acquisition of one community development site in Nashville for $6,841,000.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Capital contributions to and capital distributions from unconsolidated ventures, business acquisitions and investment in oil and gas properties and equipment are classified as investing activities. In addition, proceeds from the sale of property and equipment, software costs and expenditures related to reforestation activities are also classified as investing activities.
In first six months 2014, net cash used in investing activities was $47,708,000 principally due to our investment of $44,632,000 in oil and gas properties and equipment associated with our exploration and production operations. In addition, we invested $9,823,000 in property and equipment, software and reforestation, of which $4,254,000 is related to capital expenditures on our 413 guest room hotel in Austin and $3,914,000 is related to water well development, and a net investment in unconsolidated ventures of $4,275,000. These are partially offset by proceeds of $11,022,000 related to sale of certain oil and gas properties in Oklahoma and North Dakota. In first six months 2013, net cash used for investing activities was $35,065,000 principally due to our investment of $32,286,000 in oil and gas properties and equipment associated with our exploration and production operations. In addition, we invested $3,357,000 in property and equipment, software and reforestation of which $2,082,000 is related to capital expenditures on our 413 guest room hotel in Austin.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
In first six months 2014, net cash provided by financing activities was $20,574,000 principally due to net proceeds of $241,947,000 from the issuance of 8.5% senior secured notes, partially offset by debt payments of $219,653,000, of which $200,000,000 is related to retirement of the term loan associated with our senior secured credit facility, $4,950,000 is related to payments of our amortizing notes associated with our tangible equity units, $2,878,000 is related to debt outstanding for our Lantana partnerships and the remaining associated with payment of other indebtedness. In first six months 2013, net cash provided by financing activities was $58,969,000 principally due to net proceeds of $120,795,000 from the issuance of 3.75% convertible senior notes partially offset by debt payments of $93,390,000, of which $68,000,000 is related to outstanding borrowings under our senior secured credit facility and $18,902,000 is related to paying off the loan associated with Promesa.
Real Estate Acquisition and Development Activities
We secure entitlements and develop infrastructure, primarily for single family residential and mixed-use communities. We also develop and own directly or through ventures multifamily communities as income producing properties, primarily in our target markets. Once these multifamily communities reach stabilization, we market the properties for sale.
We categorize real estate development and acquisition expenditures as operating activities on the statement of cash flows. These development and acquisition expenditures include costs for development of residential lots and mixed-used communities and multifamily community projects we develop and sell as a merchant builder.
In first six months 2014, net real estate development and acquisition expenditures were $66,558,000 which principally includes the acquisition of three new community development sites for $10,754,000, two multifamily sites in Austin for $19,479,000 and real estate development costs of $36,025,000.

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Oil and Gas Drilling and Other Exploration and Development Activities
In second quarter and first six months 2014, we participated in 45 and 66 gross wells. At second quarter-end 2014, we held interests in 948 gross productive wells. In first six months 2014, we acquired leasehold interests in over 106,000 net mineral acres in new and existing projects for $14,161,000. Also, leasehold interests of approximately 8,000 net mineral acres expired in the normal course of business.
For full year 2014, our current plan is to drill or participate as a non-operator in approximately 155 gross wells. Regional allocation of our capital expenditures incurred for drilling and completion activities in first six months 2014 as compared with our 2014 projected annual drilling and completion capital expenditures is shown below:
 
Drilling and Completion Expenditures
 
First Six Months
 
Projected
 
2014
 
2014
 
(In thousands)
Bakken and Three Forks formations of North Dakota
$
17,183

 
$
47,454

Lansing - Kansas City formation of Nebraska and Kansas
9,969

 
15,628

Other formations principally in Texas and Oklahoma
3,319

 
19,629

 
$
30,471

 
$
82,711

Our accrued capital expenditures for drilling and completion costs and leasehold acquisitions at second quarter-end 2014 were $13,286,000 and are included in other accrued expenses in our consolidated balance sheets. These oil and gas property additions will be reflected as cash used for investing activities in the period the accrued payables are settled.
Our 2014 projected capital expenditures are subject to various conditions, including third-party operator drilling plans, oilfield services and equipment availability, commodity prices and drilling results. Although a portion of our capital expenditure budget is allocated to acquiring additional leasehold interest, we may decide to pursue incremental leasehold acquisitions which would require us to adjust our budget. Other factors that could cause us to adjust our projections include commodity prices, service or material costs, opportunities, changes in conditions, or the performance of wells. We will continue to assess the gas and oil price environment along with our liquidity position and may increase or decrease our capital expenditure budget for exploration, development, or acquisition opportunities accordingly.
Liquidity
In second quarter 2014, we amended our senior secured credit facility in order to consolidate previous amendments and to increase the revolving loan commitment from $200,000,000 to $300,000,000, extend the maturity date, increase the minimum interest coverage ratio from 1.50x to 2.50x, eliminate the collateral value to loan commitment ratio covenant and increase the maximum total leverage ratio from 40% to 50%. At second quarter-end 2014, our senior secured credit facility provides for a $300,000,000 revolving line of credit maturing May 15, 2017 (with two one-year extension options). The revolving line of credit may be prepaid at any time without penalty. The revolving line of credit includes a $100,000,000 sublimit for letters of credit, of which $8,198,000 is outstanding at second quarter-end 2014. Total borrowings under our senior secured credit facility (including the face amount of letters of credit) may not exceed a borrowing base formula.
At second quarter-end 2014, net unused borrowing capacity under our senior secured credit facility is calculated as follows:
 
Senior Credit
Facility
 
(In thousands)
Borrowing base availability
$
300,000

Less: borrowings

Less: letters of credit
(8,198
)
 
$
291,802

Our unused borrowing capacity in second quarter 2014 ranged from a high of $292,032,000 to a low of $148,745,000. This facility is used primarily to fund our operating cash needs, which fluctuate due to timing of residential and commercial real estate sales, undeveloped land sales, oil and gas leasing and production activities and mineral lease bonus payments received, timber sales, reimbursements from utility and improvement districts, payment of payables and expenses and capital expenditures.

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Our senior secured credit facility and other debt agreements contain financial covenants customary for such agreements including minimum levels of interest coverage and limitations on leverage. At second quarter-end 2014, we were in compliance with the financial covenants of these agreements.
The following table details our compliance with the financial covenants calculated as provided in the senior credit facility:
Financial Covenant
Requirement
 
Second Quarter-End 2014
Interest Coverage Ratio (a)
≥2.50:1.0
 
6.68:1.0

Total Leverage Ratio (b)
≤50%
 
37.8
%
Net Worth (c)
≥$589.4 million
 
$695.0 million

 ___________________________________
(a) 
Calculated as EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, depletion and amortization), plus non-cash compensation expense, plus other non-cash expenses, divided by interest expense excluding loan fees. This covenant is applied at the end of each quarter on a rolling four quarter basis.
(b) 
Calculated as total funded debt divided by adjusted asset value. Total funded debt includes indebtedness for borrowed funds, secured liabilities, reimbursement obligations with respect to letters of credit or similar instruments, and our pro-rata share of joint venture debt outstanding. Adjusted asset value is defined as the sum of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents, timberlands, high value timberlands, raw entitled lands, entitled land under development, minerals business, Credo asset value, special improvement district receipts (SIDR) reimbursements value, Cibolo Resort Special improvement district hotel occupancy tax (SIDHT) value and other real estate owned at book value without regard to any indebtedness and our pro rata share of joint ventures’ book value without regard to any indebtedness. This covenant is applied at the end of each quarter.
(c) 
Calculated as the amount by which consolidated total assets (excluding Credo acquisition goodwill over $50,000,000) exceeds consolidated total liabilities. At second quarter-end 2014, the requirement is $589,367,000 computed as: $578,251,000 plus 85 percent of the aggregate net proceeds received by us from any equity offering, plus 75 percent of all positive net income, on a cumulative basis. This covenant is applied at the end of each quarter.
To make additional discretionary investments, acquisitions, or distributions, we must maintain available liquidity equal to 10 percent of the aggregate commitments in place. At second quarter-end 2014, the minimum liquidity requirement was $30,000,000, compared with $474,082,000 in actual available liquidity based on the unused borrowing capacity under our senior secured credit facility plus unrestricted cash and cash equivalents. The failure to maintain such minimum liquidity does not constitute a default or event of default of our senior secured credit facility.
Discretionary investments in community development may be restricted in the event that the revenue/capital expenditure ratio is less than or equal to 1.0x. At second quarter-end 2014, the revenue/capital expenditure ratio was 3.5x. Revenue is defined as total gross revenues (excluding revenues attributed to Credo and multifamily properties), plus our pro rata share of the operating revenues from unconsolidated ventures. Capital expenditures are defined as consolidated development and acquisition expenditures (excluding investments related to Credo and multifamily properties), plus our pro rata share of unconsolidated ventures’ development and acquisition expenditures.
In addition, we may elect to make distributions so long as the total leverage ratio is less than 40 percent, the interest coverage is greater than 3.0:1.0 and available liquidity is not less than $125,000,000.
On May 12, 2014, we issued $250,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 8.50% senior secured notes due 2022 (Notes) in a private placement. The Notes will pay interest semiannually and will mature on June 1, 2022. Net proceeds from the offering were used to retire the $200,000,000 term loan under our senior secured credit facility and pay transaction costs and expenses. The remaining net proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, which may include strategic growth opportunities.
Contractual Obligations and Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
On July 15, 2014, FMF Littleton LLC, in which we own a 25 percent interest, obtained a senior secured construction loan in the amount of $46,384,000 to develop a 385-unit multifamily project located in Littleton, Colorado. The loan is secured by a lien on the project land and improvements to be constructed, and by a collateral assignment of present and future leases and rents. We provided the lender with a guaranty of completion of the improvements; a guaranty for repayment of 25 percent of the principal balance and unpaid accrued interest; and a standard nonrecourse carve-out guaranty. The principal guaranty will reduce from 25 percent of principal to ten percent upon achievement of certain conditions.

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In January 2014, CREA FMF Nashville LLC, an equity method venture in which we own a 30 percent interest, obtained a senior secured construction loan in the amount of $51,950,000 to develop a 320-unit multifamily project located in Nashville, Tennessee. The outstanding balance at second quarter-end 2014 was $14,227,000. We provided the lender with a guaranty of completion of the improvements; a guaranty for repayment of 25 percent of the principal balance and unpaid accrued interest; and a standard nonrecourse carve-out guaranty. The principal guaranty will reduce from 25 percent of principal to zero percent upon achievement of certain conditions.
In 2012, CJUF III RH Holdings LP, an equity method venture in which we own a 25 percent interest, obtained a senior secured construction loan in the amount of $23,936,000 to develop a 257-unit multifamily property in downtown Austin. The outstanding balance at second quarter-end 2014 was $23,022,000. We have a construction completion guaranty, a repayment guaranty for 20 percent of the principal balance and unpaid accrued interest, and a standard non-recourse carve-out guaranty. The repayment guaranty will reduce from 20 percent of principal upon achievement of certain conditions to zero percent.
In 2012, FMF Peakview LLC, an equity method venture in which we own a 20 percent interest, obtained a senior secured construction loan in the amount of $31,550,000 to develop a 304-unit multifamily property in Denver. The outstanding balance at second quarter-end 2014 was $16,544,000. We have a construction completion guaranty, a repayment guaranty for 25 percent of the principal and unpaid accrued interest, and a standard non-recourse carve-out guaranty.
We have provided performance bonds and letters of credit on behalf of certain ventures that could be drawn on due to failure to satisfy construction obligations as general contractor or for failure to timely deliver streets and utilities in accordance with local codes and ordinances. At second quarter-end 2014, we have $26,906,000 outstanding, of which $26,577,000 is related to the development and construction of a 257-unit multifamily property in Austin which is substantially completed.
Cibolo Canyons—San Antonio, Texas
Cibolo Canyons consists of the JW Marriott ® San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa development owned by third parties and a mixed-use development we own. We have $75,505,000 invested in Cibolo Canyons at second quarter-end 2014.
Resort Hotel, Spa and Golf Development
In 2007, we entered into agreements to facilitate third party construction and ownership of the JW Marriott ® San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa, which includes a 1,002 room destination resort and two PGA Tour ® Tournament Players Club ® (TPC) golf courses. Under these agreements, we agreed to transfer to third party owners 700 acres of undeveloped land, to provide $30,000,000 cash and to provide $12,700,000 of other consideration principally consisting of golf course construction materials, substantially all of which has been provided.
In exchange for our commitment to the resort, the third party owners assigned to us certain rights under an agreement between the third party owners and a legislatively created Special Improvement District (SID). This agreement includes the right to receive from the SID 9 percent of hotel occupancy revenues and 1.5 percent of other resort sales revenues collected as taxes by the SID through 2034. The amount we receive will be net of annual ad valorem tax reimbursements by the SID to the third party owners of the resort through 2020. In addition, these payments will be net of debt service, if any, on bonds issued by the SID collateralized by hotel occupancy tax and other resort sales tax through 2034.
The amounts we collect under this agreement are dependent on several factors including the amount of revenues generated by and ad valorem taxes imposed on the resort and the amount of any applicable debt service incurred by the SID. As a result, there is significant uncertainty as to the amount and timing of collections under this agreement. Until these uncertainties are clarified, amounts collected under the agreement will be accounted for as a reduction of our investment in the resort development. The resort began operations in January 2010.
In first six months 2014, we received $3,150,000 in reimbursements from the SID. Since inception, we have received $18,306,000 in reimbursements and have accounted for this as a reduction of our investment. At second quarter-end 2014, we have $24,967,000 invested in the resort development.
Mixed-Use Development
The mixed-use development we own consists of 2,100 acres planned to include approximately 1,650 residential lots and 150 commercial acres designated for multifamily and retail uses, of which 831 lots and 130 commercial acres have been sold through second quarter-end 2014.
In 2007, we entered into an agreement with the SID providing for reimbursement of certain infrastructure costs related to the mixed-use development. Reimbursements are subject to review and approval by the SID and unreimbursed amounts accrue interest at 9.75 percent. The SID’s funding for reimbursements is principally derived from its ad valorem tax collections and

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bond proceeds collateralized by ad valorem taxes, less debt service on these bonds and annual administrative and public service expenses.
Since the amount of each reimbursement is dependent on several factors, including timing of SID approval and the SID having an adequate tax base to generate funds that can be used to reimburse us, there is uncertainty as to the amount and timing of reimbursements under this agreement. We expect to recover our investment from lot and tract sales and reimbursement of approved infrastructure costs from the SID. We have not recognized income from interest due, but not collected. As these uncertainties are clarified, we will modify our accounting accordingly.
Through second quarter-end 2014, we have submitted for reimbursement approximately $65,465,000 and received approval for $57,322,000 of infrastructure costs, of which we have received reimbursements totaling $25,420,000. In second quarter 2014, we received $1,750,000 in reimbursements from the SID. At second quarter-end 2014, we have $40,045,000 in pending reimbursements, excluding interest. At second quarter-end 2014, we have $50,538,000 invested in the mixed-use development.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
There have been no significant changes in our critical accounting policies or estimates from those disclosed in our 2013 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
New and Pending Accounting Pronouncements
Please read Note 2—New and Pending Accounting Pronouncements to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
Statistical and Other Data
A summary of our real estate projects in the entitlement process (a) at second quarter-end 2014 follows:
Project
County
 
Market
 
Project Acres (b)
California
 
 
 
 
 
Hidden Creek Estates
Los Angeles
 
Los Angeles
 
700

Terrace at Hidden Hills
Los Angeles
 
Los Angeles
 
30

Georgia
 
 
 
 
 
Ball Ground
Cherokee
 
Atlanta
 
500

Crossing
Coweta
 
Atlanta
 
230

Fincher Road
Cherokee
 
Atlanta
 
3,890

Garland Mountain
Cherokee/Bartow
 
Atlanta
 
350

Martin’s Bridge
Banks
 
Atlanta
 
970

Mill Creek
Coweta
 
Atlanta
 
770

Wolf Creek
Carroll/Douglas
 
Atlanta
 
12,230

Yellow Creek
Cherokee
 
Atlanta
 
1,060

Texas
 
 
 
 
 
Lake Houston
Harris/Liberty
 
Houston
 
3,700

Total
 
 
 
 
24,430

 _________________________
(a) 
A project is deemed to be in the entitlement process when customary steps necessary for the preparation of an application for governmental land-use approvals, like conducting pre-application meetings or similar discussions with governmental officials, have commenced, or an application has been filed. Projects listed may have significant steps remaining, and there is no assurance that entitlements ultimately will be received.
(b) 
Project acres, which are the total for the project regardless of our ownership interest, are approximate. The actual number of acres entitled may vary.

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A summary of activity within our active projects in the development process, which includes entitled (a), developed and under development real estate projects, at second quarter-end 2014 follows:
 
 
 
 
 
Residential Lots (c)
 
Commercial Acres (d)
Project
County
 
Interest
    Owned (b)
 
Lots Sold
Since
Inception
 
Lots
Remaining
 
Acres Sold
Since
Inception
 
Acres
Remaining (e)
Projects we own
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
California
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
San Joaquin River
Contra Costa/Sacramento
 
100
%
 

 

 

 
288

Colorado
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Buffalo Highlands
Weld
 
100
%
 

 
164

 

 

Johnstown Farms
Weld
 
100
%
 
269

 
343

 
2

 
7

Pinery West
Douglas
 
100
%
 
45

 
41

 
20

 
94

Stonebraker
Weld
 
100
%
 

 
603

 

 

Tennessee
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Morgan Farms
Williamson
 
100
%
 
40

 
133

 

 

Weatherford Estates
Williamson
 
100
%
 

 
17

 

 

Texas
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Arrowhead Ranch
Hays
 
100
%
 

 
387

 

 
6

Bar C Ranch
Tarrant
 
100
%
 
292

 
813

 

 

Barrington Kingwood
Harris
 
100
%
 
120

 
60

 

 

Cibolo Canyons
Bexar
 
100
%
 
831

 
819

 
130

 
20

Harbor Lakes
Hood
 
100
%
 
215

 
234

 
2

 
19

Hunter’s Crossing
Bastrop
 
100
%
 
471

 
39

 
41

 
62

La Conterra
Williamson
 
100
%
 
197

 
133

 

 
58

Lakes of Prosper
Collin
 
100
%
 
65

 
220

 

 

Lantana
Denton
 
100
%
 
1,013

 
749

 
9

 
3

Maxwell Creek
Collin
 
100
%
 
897

 
102

 
10

 

Oak Creek Estates
Comal
 
100
%
 
188

 
459

 
13

 

Parkside
Collin
 
100
%
 

 
200

 

 

Stoney Creek
Dallas
 
100
%
 
221

 
533

 

 

Summer Creek Ranch
Tarrant
 
100
%
 
942

 
332

 
35

 
44

Summer Lakes
Fort Bend
 
100
%
 
610

 
520

 
56

 

Summer Park
Fort Bend
 
100
%
 
69

 
129

 
28

 
62

The Colony
Bastrop
 
100
%
 
448

 
701

 
22

 
31

The Preserve at Pecan Creek
Denton
 
100
%
 
506

 
288

 

 
7

Village Park
Collin
 
100
%
 
749

 
7

 
3

 
2

Westside at Buttercup Creek
Williamson
 
100
%
 
1,491

 
6

 
66

 

Other projects (9)
Various
 
100
%
 
1,727

 
277

 
133

 
7

Georgia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Seven Hills
Paulding
 
100
%
 
750

 
340

 
26

 
113

The Villages at Burt Creek
Dawson
 
100
%
 

 
1,715

 

 
57

Other projects (18)
Various
 
100
%
 
242

 
2,851

 

 
705

Other
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other projects (3)
Various
 
100
%
 
522

 
431

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
12,920

 
13,646

 
596

 
1,585

Projects in entities we consolidate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Texas
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
City Park
Harris
 
75
%
 
1,311

 
458

 
50

 
115

Timber Creek
Collin
 
88
%
 

 
614

 

 

Willow Creek Farms II
Waller/Fort Bend
 
90
%
 
90

 
160

 

 

Other projects (2)
Various
 
Various

 
9

 
199

 

 
18

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Residential Lots (c)
 
Commercial Acres (d)
Project
County
 
Interest
    Owned (b)
 
Lots Sold
Since
Inception
 
Lots
Remaining
 
Acres Sold
Since
Inception
 
Acres
Remaining (e)
Georgia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Georgian
Paulding
 
75
%
 
535

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
1,945

 
1,431

 
50

 
133

Total owned and consolidated
 
 
 
 
14,865

 
15,077

 
646

 
1,718

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Projects in ventures that we account for using the equity method
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Texas
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Entrada
Travis
 
50
%
 

 
821

 

 

Fannin Farms West
Tarrant
 
50
%
 
324

 
24

 

 
12

Harper’s Preserve
Montgomery
 
50
%
 
314

 
1,379

 
8

 
51

Lantana - Rayzor Ranch
Denton
 
25
%
 
1,163

 

 
16

 
42

Long Meadow Farms
Fort Bend
 
38
%
 
1,307

 
495

 
183

 
120

Southern Trails
Brazoria
 
80
%
 
739

 
252

 

 

Stonewall Estates
Bexar
 
50
%
 
340

 
50

 

 

Other projects (2)
Various
 
Various

 

 

 

 
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Total in ventures
 
 
 
 
4,187

 
3,021

 
207

 
240

Combined total
 
 
 
 
19,052

 
18,098

 
853

 
1,958

 _________________________
(a) 
A project is deemed entitled when all major discretionary governmental land-use approvals have been received. Some projects may require additional permits and/or non-governmental authorizations for development.
(b) 
Interest owned reflects our net equity interest in the project, whether owned directly or indirectly. There are some projects that have multiple ownership structures within them. Accordingly, portions of these projects may appear as owned, consolidated or accounted for using the equity method.
(c) 
Lots are for the total project, regardless of our ownership interest. Lots remaining represent vacant developed lots, lots under development and future planned lots and are subject to change based on business plan revisions.
(d) 
Commercial acres are for the total project, regardless of our ownership interest, and are net developable acres, which may be fewer than the gross acres available in the project.
(e) 
Excludes acres associated with commercial and income producing properties.
A summary of our significant commercial and income producing properties at second quarter-end 2014 follows:
Project
 
Market
 
Interest
    Owned (a)
 
Type
 
Acres
 
Description
Radisson Hotel
 
Austin
 
100
%
 
Hotel
 
2

 
413 guest rooms and suites
Eleven (b)
 
Austin
 
25
%
 
Multifamily
 
3

 
257-unit luxury apartment
360° (c)
 
Denver
 
20
%
 
Multifamily
 
4

 
304-unit luxury apartment
Midtown Cedar Hill (c)
 
Dallas
 
100
%
 
Multifamily
 
13

 
354-unit luxury apartment
Acklen (c)
 
Nashville
 
30
%
 
Multifamily
 
4

 
320-unit luxury apartment
 _________________________
(a) 
Interest owned reflects our total interest in the project, whether owned directly or indirectly.
(b) 
Construction substantially complete.
(c) 
Construction in progress.

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Oil and Gas Owned Mineral Interests
A summary of our oil and gas owned mineral interests (a) at second quarter-end 2014 follows:
State
Unleased
 
Leased (b)
 
Held By
Production (c)
 
Total (d)
 
 
 
(Net acres)
Texas
208,000

 
17,000

 
27,000

 
252,000

Louisiana
132,000

 
3,000

 
9,000

 
144,000

Georgia
152,000

 

 

 
152,000

Alabama
40,000

 

 

 
40,000

California
1,000

 

 

 
1,000

Indiana
1,000

 

 

 
1,000

 
534,000

 
20,000

 
36,000

 
590,000

 _________________________
(a) 
Includes ventures.
(b) 
Includes leases in primary lease term or for which a delay rental payment has been received. In the ordinary course of business, leases covering a significant portion of leased net mineral acres may expire from time to time in a single reporting period.
(c) 
Acres being held by production are producing oil or gas in paying quantities.
(d) 
Texas, Louisiana, California and Indiana net acres are calculated as the gross number of surface acres multiplied by our percentage ownership of the mineral interest. Georgia and Alabama net acres are calculated as the gross number of surface acres multiplied by our estimated percentage ownership of the mineral interest based on county sampling.

A summary of our Texas and Louisiana owned mineral acres (a) by county or parish at second quarter-end 2014 follows:
Texas
 
Louisiana
County
 
Net Acres
 
Parish
 
Net Acres
Trinity
 
46,000

 
Beauregard
 
79,000

Angelina
 
42,000

 
Vernon
 
39,000

Houston
 
29,000

 
Calcasieu
 
17,000

Anderson
 
25,000

 
Allen
 
7,000

Cherokee
 
24,000

 
Rapides
 
1,000

Sabine
 
23,000

 
Other
 
1,000

Red River
 
14,000

 
 
 
144,000

Newton
 
13,000

 
 
 
 
San Augustine
 
13,000

 
 
 
 
Jasper
 
12,000

 
 
 
 
Other
 
11,000

 
 
 
 
 
 
252,000

 
 
 
 
 _________________________
(a) 
Includes ventures.

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Oil and Gas Mineral Interests Leased
A summary of our net oil and gas mineral acres leased from others at second quarter-end 2014 follows:
State
Undeveloped
 
Held By
Production (a)
 
Total
Nebraska
223,000

 
7,000

 
230,000

Kansas
25,000

 
6,000

 
31,000

Oklahoma
23,000

 
17,000

 
40,000

Alabama
8,000

 

 
8,000

Texas
10,000

 
3,000

 
13,000

North Dakota
4,000

 
4,000

 
8,000

Other
11,000

 
4,000

 
15,000

 
304,000

 
41,000

 
345,000

 _________________________
(a) 
Excludes approximately 8,000 net acres of overriding royalty interests.
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
Interest Rate Sensitivity
In May 2014, we retired the $200,000,000 term loan under our senior secured credit facility. Therefore, at second quarter-end 2014, we have no significant exposure to changes in interest rates.
Foreign Currency Risk
We have no exposure to foreign currency fluctuations.

Commodity Price Risk
We have exposure to commodity price fluctuations from our oil and gas production which can materially affect our revenues and cash flows. The prices we receive for our production depend on numerous factors beyond our control. Based on our second quarter and first six months 2014 production, a 10% decrease in our average realized oil and gas prices would have reduced our oil and gas production revenues by $2,385,000 and $4,078,000. To manage our exposure to commodity price risks associated with the sale of oil and gas, we may periodically enter into derivative hedging transactions for a portion of our estimated production. We do not have any commodity derivative positions outstanding at second quarter-end 2014.

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Item 4. Controls and Procedures
(a) Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Our management, with the participation of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (or the Exchange Act)) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on such evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that, as of the end of such period, our disclosure controls and procedures are effective in recording, processing, summarizing and reporting, on a timely basis, information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act and are effective in ensuring that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
(b) Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the period covered by this report that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
PART II—OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
We are involved directly or through ventures in various legal proceedings that arise from time to time in the ordinary course of doing business. We believe we have established adequate reserves for any probable losses and that the outcome of any of the proceedings should not have a material adverse effect on our financial position, long-term results of operations or cash flows. It is possible, however, that circumstances beyond our control or significant subsequent developments could result in additional charges related to these matters that could be significant to results of operations or cash flow in any single accounting period.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
There are no material changes from the risk factors disclosed in our 2013 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities (a) 
Period
Total
Number of
Shares
Purchased (b)
 
Average
Price
Paid per
Share
 
Total Number
of  Shares
Purchased as
Part of  Publicly
Announced
Plans  or
Programs
 
Maximum
Number of
Shares That
May Yet be
Purchased
Under the
Plans or
Programs
Month 4 (4/1/2014 — 4/30/2014)

 
$

 

 
4,997,855

Month 5 (5/1/2014 — 5/31/2014)
5,367

 
$
17.39

 

 
4,997,855

Month 6 (6/1/2014 — 6/30/2014)

 
$

 

 
4,997,855

 
5,367

 
$
17.39

 

 
 
 _________________________
(a) 
On February 11, 2009, we announced that our Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to 7,000,000 shares of our common stock. We have purchased 2,002,145 shares under this authorization, which has no expiration date. We have no repurchase plans or programs that expired during the period covered by the table above and no repurchase plans or programs that we intend to terminate prior to expiration or under which we no longer intend to make further purchases.
(b) 
Represents shares withheld to pay taxes in connection with vesting of equity-settled stock awards and exercises of stock options.
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities
None.

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Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures
Not applicable.
Item 5. Other Information
None.
Item 6. Exhibits
Exhibit
 
Description
4.1
 
Indenture, dated May 12, 2014 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Commission on May 15, 2014).
 
 
 
10.1
 
Second Amendment dated May 15, 2014 to the Second Amended and Restated Revolving and Term Credit Agreement dated September 14, 2012, by and among the Company, Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group Inc. and certain of its wholly-owned subsidiaries; Key Bank National Association, as lender, swing line lender and agent, the lenders party thereto; and the other parties thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report of Form 8-K filed with the Commission on May 16, 2014).
 
 
 
10.2
 
Third Amended and Restated Revolving Credit Agreement dated May 15, 2014, by and among the Company, Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group Inc. and certain of its wholly-owned subsidiaries; Key Bank National Association, as lender, swing line lender and agent, the lenders party thereto; and the other parties thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company's Current Report of Form 8-K filed with the Commission on May 16, 2014).
 
 
 
31.1
 
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Exchange Act rule 13a-14(a), as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
 
 
 
31.2
 
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Exchange Act rule 13a-14(a), as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
 
 
 
32.1
 
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
 
 
 
32.2
 
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
 
 
 
101.1
 
The following materials from Forestar’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2014, formatted in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language): (i) Consolidated Balance Sheets, (ii) Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income, (iii) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, and (iv) Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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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.
 
 
FORESTAR GROUP INC.
 
 
 
Date: August 8, 2014
By:
/s/ Christopher L. Nines
 
 
Christopher L. Nines
 
 
Chief Financial Officer
 
 
 
 
By:
/s/ Sabita C. Reddy
 
 
Sabita C. Reddy
 
 
Principal Accounting Officer

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