Strong Financial Position
Lennar ended the year with $4.7 billion in cash and no borrowings on its $2.9 billion revolving credit facility. The debt-to-total capital ratio was at a record low of 7.5%.
Increase in Community Count
Lennar increased its community count from 1,283 to 1,447, a 13% increase from the previous quarter and 15% from the previous year.
Strategic Acquisition and Spin-off
Lennar announced the acquisition of Rausch Coleman, expected to add 4,000 deliveries in 2025, and the spin-off of Millrose Properties to become a publicly listed land banking REIT.
Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns
Lennar repurchased 3 million shares for $521 million in Q4, bringing the total to $2.1 billion for the year, and paid $550 million in dividends.