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Forward Equity Sale Agreement | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012
Forward Equity Sale Agreement |
Forward Equity Sale Agreement | 13. Forward Equity Sale Agreement In August 2012, the Company amended its forward equity agreement to increase the amount of shares of common stock it may sell to an aggregate of $400.0 million. During 2012, the Company entered into contracts to sell a notional amount of $147.2 million at an average share price of $121.37. The Company has the ability to settle the contracts either by delivering shares of common stock and receiving cash or net settling for cash or shares of common stock. All contracts remain outstanding.

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