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The number of businesses acquired by the entity during the period.

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The cash outflow from the acquisition of a piece of land, anything permanently fixed to it, including buildings, structures on it and so forth; includes real estate intended to generate income for the owner; excludes real estate acquired for use by the owner.

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Acquisitions - Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands	1 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Acquisitions - Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands	Jul. 31, 2022 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2023 Acquisition	Sep. 30, 2022 USD ($)
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Payments to acquire real estate			$ 5,650
Number of businesses acquired \| Acquisition		0
JC Penney Parcel \| Cool Spring Galleria
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Payments to acquire real estate	$ 5,650