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AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES INC 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Sep 20, 2013)

Filed September 20, 2013For Securities:AVB

Summary

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB) announced on September 16, 2013, the pricing of a public offering of $400 million in 3.625% Medium-Term Notes due 2020. This offering, which settled on September 20, 2013, is part of the company's ongoing strategy to manage its debt and fund future growth. The company intends to use the net proceeds of approximately $396.2 million to reduce outstanding balances under its revolving credit facility and for general corporate purposes. These purposes may include the acquisition, development, and redevelopment of apartment communities, as well as the repayment and refinancing of other existing debt. This move indicates a proactive approach to capital management and strategic investment in its real estate portfolio.

Key Highlights

  • 1AvalonBay priced a $400 million public offering of 3.625% Medium-Term Notes due October 1, 2020.
  • 2The offering settled on September 20, 2013.
  • 3Net proceeds from the offering are approximately $396.2 million.
  • 4Proceeds will be used to reduce outstanding indebtedness under its $1.3 billion unsecured revolving credit facility.
  • 5Remaining proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including acquisitions, development, and redevelopment of apartment communities.
  • 6The company may also use funds for repayment and refinancing of other indebtedness.

Frequently Asked Questions

AvalonBay is issuing $400,000,000 principal amount of its 3.625% Medium-Term Notes due 2020.

The net proceeds, estimated at approximately $396.2 million, will be used to pay down debt under its revolving credit facility and for general corporate purposes, which can include acquiring, developing, or redeveloping apartment communities and refinancing other debt.

The Notes will mature on October 1, 2020.

Interest payments will be made semi-annually on April 1 and October 1, with the first payment on April 1, 2014, and will accrue from September 20, 2013.