Porch Group, Inc. (PRCH)
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SEC company page: https://www.sec.gov/edgar/browse/?CIK=1784535. Latest filing source: 0001784535-26-000008.
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Business
Read PRCH's verbatim Item 1 Business section from its latest 10-K: Business.
Risk Factors
Read PRCH's verbatim Item 1A Risk Factors from its latest 10-K: Risk Factors.
Selected Fundamentals
| Metric | Value | Unit | FY | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 482,414,000 | USD | 2025 | 2026-02-20 |
| Net income | -3,361,000 | USD | 2025 | 2026-02-20 |
| Assets | 797,423,000 | USD | 2025 | 2026-02-20 |
Financials
Annual standardized facts from SEC companyfacts as of latest extracted filing date 2026-02-20. Source: https://data.sec.gov/api/xbrl/companyfacts/CIK0001784535.json. Derived margins, ratios, and free cash flow are computed from the extracted annual SEC facts.
| Metric | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 275,948,000 | 430,302,000 | 437,848,000 | 482,414,000 | ||||
| Net income | -103,319,000 | -54,032,000 | -106,606,000 | -156,559,000 | -133,933,000 | -32,829,000 | -3,361,000 | |
| Operating income | -88,122,000 | -42,231,000 | -83,365,000 | -177,047,000 | -190,354,000 | -64,571,000 | 36,570,000 | |
| Gross profit | 200,895,000 | 201,928,000 | 339,990,000 | |||||
| Diluted EPS | -3.31 | -2.03 | -1.14 | -1.61 | -1.39 | -0.33 | -0.03 | |
| Operating cash flow | -29,335,000 | -48,669,000 | -34,777,000 | -17,736,000 | 33,929,000 | -31,682,000 | 66,419,000 | |
| Capital expenditures | 478,000 | 279,000 | 972,000 | 2,350,000 | 851,000 | 523,000 | 454,000 | |
| Share buybacks | 42,000 | 0.00 | 1,813,000 | 5,608,000 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Assets | 48,468,000 | 268,387,000 | 1,038,747,000 | 1,049,057,000 | 899,393,000 | 813,968,000 | 797,423,000 | |
| Liabilities | 108,447,000 | 161,062,000 | 821,702,000 | 969,704,000 | 935,076,000 | 857,193,000 | 775,037,000 | |
| Stockholders' equity | -149,842,000 | -59,979,000 | 107,325,000 | 217,045,000 | 79,353,000 | -35,683,000 | -43,225,000 | -24,619,000 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 4,179,000 | 196,046,000 | 315,741,000 | 215,060,000 | 258,418,000 | 167,643,000 | 44,676,000 | |
| Free cash flow | -29,813,000 | -48,948,000 | -35,749,000 | -20,086,000 | 33,078,000 | -32,205,000 | 65,965,000 |
Ratios
| Metric | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net margin | -56.73% | -31.13% | -7.50% | -0.70% | ||||
| Operating margin | -64.16% | -44.24% | -14.75% | 7.58% | ||||
| Return on assets | -20.13% | -10.26% | -14.92% | -14.89% | -4.03% | -0.42% | ||
| Current ratio | 0.18 | 6.80 | 1.67 | 1.18 | 1.04 | 0.88 | 1.30 |
Industry Peer Context
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Financial Bridges
Income statement bridge from reported figures
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts FY 2025. Revenue: accession 0001784535-26-000008; concept Revenues; source concepts us-gaap:Revenues | Gross profit: accession 0001784535-26-000008; concept GrossProfit; source concepts us-gaap:GrossProfit | Operating income: accession 0001784535-26-000008; concept OperatingIncomeLoss; source concepts us-gaap:OperatingIncomeLoss | Net income: accession 0001784535-26-000008; concept NetIncomeLoss; source concepts us-gaap:NetIncomeLoss
Free cash flow = operating cash flow - capital expenditures
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts FY 2025. Operating cash flow: accession 0001784535-26-000008; concept NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities; source concepts us-gaap:NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities | Capital expenditures: accession 0001784535-26-000008; concept PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment; source concepts us-gaap:PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment | Free cash flow: accession 0001784535-26-000008; concept NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities - PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment; source concepts us-gaap:NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities; us-gaap:PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment
Financial Charts
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: Revenues. Source concepts: us-gaap:Revenues.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: NetIncomeLoss. Source concepts: us-gaap:NetIncomeLoss.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: OperatingIncomeLoss. Source concepts: us-gaap:OperatingIncomeLoss.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: GrossProfit. Source concepts: us-gaap:GrossProfit.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: EarningsPerShareDiluted. Source concepts: us-gaap:EarningsPerShareDiluted.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities. Source concepts: us-gaap:NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment. Source concepts: us-gaap:PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: PaymentsForRepurchaseOfCommonStock. Source concepts: us-gaap:PaymentsForRepurchaseOfCommonStock.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: Assets. Source concepts: us-gaap:Assets.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: Liabilities. Source concepts: us-gaap:Liabilities.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: StockholdersEquity. Source concepts: us-gaap:StockholdersEquity.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: CashAndCashEquivalentsAtCarryingValue. Source concepts: us-gaap:CashAndCashEquivalentsAtCarryingValue.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2025 ended 2025-12-31; accession 0001784535-26-000008; filed 2026-02-20. Concept: NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities - PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment. Source concepts: us-gaap:NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities; us-gaap:PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment.
Quarterly
Quarterly standardized facts from SEC companyfacts as of latest extracted filing date 2026-07-29. Source: https://data.sec.gov/api/xbrl/companyfacts/CIK0001784535.json.
| Quarter | End Date | Revenue | Net Income | Diluted EPS | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-Q1 | 2022-03-31 | 62,561,000 | reported discrete quarter | ||
| 2022-Q2 | 2022-06-30 | 70,769,000 | reported discrete quarter | ||
| 2022-Q3 | 2022-09-30 | 75,366,000 | -0.88 | reported discrete quarter | |
| 2022-Q4 | 2022-12-31 | 67,252,000 | derived Q4 = FY annual - nine-month YTD | ||
| 2023-Q1 | 2023-03-31 | 87,369,000 | -0.41 | reported discrete quarter | |
| 2023-Q2 | 2023-06-30 | 98,765,000 | -0.91 | reported discrete quarter | |
| 2023-Q3 | 2023-09-30 | -5,744,000 | -0.06 | reported discrete quarter | |
| 2023-Q4 | 2023-12-31 | -2,486,000 | derived Q4 = FY annual - nine-month YTD | ||
| 2024-Q1 | 2024-03-31 | -13,362,000 | -0.14 | reported discrete quarter | |
| 2024-Q2 | 2024-06-30 | -64,323,000 | -0.65 | reported discrete quarter | |
| 2024-Q3 | 2024-09-30 | 14,382,000 | 0.12 | reported discrete quarter | |
| 2024-Q4 | 2024-12-31 | 30,474,000 | derived Q4 = FY annual - nine-month YTD | ||
| 2025-Q1 | 2025-03-31 | 84,546,000 | 8,395,000 | 0.07 | reported discrete quarter |
| 2025-Q2 | 2025-06-30 | 107,018,000 | 2,579,000 | 0.00 | reported discrete quarter |
| 2025-Q3 | 2025-09-30 | 115,074,000 | -10,857,000 | -0.10 | reported discrete quarter |
| 2025-Q4 | 2025-12-31 | 112,253,000 | -3,478,000 | derived Q4 = FY annual - nine-month YTD | |
| 2026-Q1 | 2026-03-31 | 109,438,000 | -4,713,000 | -0.04 | reported discrete quarter |
| 2026-Q2 | 2026-06-30 | 131,812,000 | 5,603,000 | 0.05 | reported discrete quarter |
Quarterly Charts
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2026 ended 2026-06-30; accession 0001784535-26-000048; filed 2026-07-29. Concept: RevenueFromContractWithCustomerExcludingAssessedTax. Source concepts: us-gaap:RevenueFromContractWithCustomerExcludingAssessedTax.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2026 ended 2026-06-30; accession 0001784535-26-000048; filed 2026-07-29. Concept: NetIncomeLoss. Source concepts: us-gaap:NetIncomeLoss.
Figure provenance: SEC companyfacts. Latest point: FY 2026 ended 2026-06-30; accession 0001784535-26-000048; filed 2026-07-29. Concept: EarningsPerShareDiluted. Source concepts: us-gaap:EarningsPerShareDiluted.
Macro Cross-References
- CPIAUCSL - Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: All Items in U.S. City Average
- UNRATE - Unemployment Rate
- FEDFUNDS - Federal Funds Effective Rate
- CES0500000003 - Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees, Total Private
- DFEDTARU - Federal Funds Target Range - Upper Limit
- DFEDTARL - Federal Funds Target Range - Lower Limit
- DGS3MO - Market Yield on U.S. Treasury Securities at 3-Month Constant Maturity
- DGS2 - Market Yield on U.S. Treasury Securities at 2-Year Constant Maturity
- DGS10 - Market Yield on U.S. Treasury Securities at 10-Year Constant Maturity
- DGS30 - Market Yield on U.S. Treasury Securities at 30-Year Constant Maturity
- T10Y2Y - 10-Year Treasury Constant Maturity Minus 2-Year Treasury Constant Maturity
- CPILFESL - Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: All Items Less Food and Energy
- CPIUFDSL - Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Food
- CPIENGSL - Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Energy
- CUSR0000SAH1 - Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Shelter
- PCEPI - Personal Consumption Expenditures: Chain-type Price Index
- PCEPILFE - Personal Consumption Expenditures Excluding Food and Energy: Chain-type Price Index
- PPIACO - Producer Price Index by Commodity: All Commodities
- T10YIE - 10-Year Breakeven Inflation Rate
- U6RATE - Total Unemployed, Plus All Marginally Attached Workers Plus Total Employed Part Time for Economic Reasons
- PAYEMS - All Employees, Total Nonfarm
- CIVPART - Labor Force Participation Rate
- EMRATIO - Employment-Population Ratio
- UNEMPLOY - Unemployed
- CE16OV - Employment Level
- ICSA - Initial Claims
- JTSJOL - Job Openings: Total Nonfarm
- JTSQUR - Quits: Total Nonfarm
- GDPC1 - Real Gross Domestic Product
- A191RL1Q225SBEA - Real Gross Domestic Product: Percent Change from Preceding Period
- INDPRO - Industrial Production: Total Index
- TCU - Capacity Utilization: Total Index
- HOUST - New Privately-Owned Housing Units Started: Total Units
- PERMIT - New Privately-Owned Housing Units Authorized in Permit-Issuing Places: Total Units
- RSAFS - Advance Retail Sales: Retail Trade
- PCE - Personal Consumption Expenditures
- DSPIC96 - Real Disposable Personal Income
- PSAVERT - Personal Saving Rate
- M2SL - M2
- BOPGSTB - U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services: Balance
- MSPUS - Median Sales Price of Houses Sold for the United States
- HSN1F - New One Family Houses Sold: United States
- RHORUSQ156N - Homeownership Rate in the United States
- TTLCONS - Total Construction Spending: Total Construction in the United States
- RRVRUSQ156N - Rental Vacancy Rate in the United States
- TOTALSL - Total Consumer Credit Owned and Securitized
- REVOLSL - Revolving Consumer Credit Owned and Securitized
- DRCCLACBS - Delinquency Rate on Credit Card Loans, All Commercial Banks
- GDP - Gross Domestic Product
- GPDI - Gross Private Domestic Investment
- GCE - Government Consumption Expenditures and Gross Investment
- PCEC - Personal Consumption Expenditures
- NETEXP - Net Exports of Goods and Services
- GFDEBTN - Federal Debt: Total Public Debt
- GFDEGDQ188S - Federal Debt: Total Public Debt as Percent of Gross Domestic Product
- FYFSD - Federal Surplus or Deficit
- FGRECPT - Federal Government Current Receipts
- FGEXPND - Federal Government: Current Expenditures
- MANEMP - All Employees, Manufacturing
- USCONS - All Employees, Construction
- USTRADE - All Employees, Retail Trade
- USFIRE - All Employees, Financial Activities
- USGOVT - All Employees, Government
- AWHAETP - Average Weekly Hours of All Employees, Total Private
- DGORDER - Manufacturers' New Orders: Durable Goods
- NEWORDER - Manufacturers' New Orders: Nondefense Capital Goods Excluding Aircraft
- BUSINV - Total Business Inventories
- EXPGS - Exports of Goods and Services
- IMPGS - Imports of Goods and Services
- IR - Import Price Index (End Use): All Commodities
- PPIFIS - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Final Demand
Latest quarter (10-Q)
Latest 10-Q source: 0001784535-26-000048.
Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Forward-Looking Statements
This quarterly report on Form 10-Q (this “Quarterly Report”) and the documents incorporated herein by reference contain forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of management. Although we believe that our plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure you that we will achieve or realize these plans, intentions, or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning our possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events, or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by, or include the words “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “forecast,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “seek,” “plan,” “scheduled,” “anticipate,” “intend,” or similar expressions.
Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. You should not put undue reliance on these statements which speak only as of the date hereof. You should understand that the following important factors, among others, could affect our future results and could cause those results or other outcomes to differ materially from those expressed or implied in our forward-looking statements:
•expansion plans and opportunities, and managing growth, to build a consumer brand;
•the incidence, frequency, and severity of weather events, extensive wildfires, and other catastrophes;
•economic conditions, especially those affecting the housing, insurance, and financial markets;
•expectations regarding revenue, cost of revenue, operating expenses, and the ability to achieve and maintain future profitability;
•existing and developing federal and state laws and regulations, including with respect to insurance, warranty, privacy, information security, data protection, and taxation, and management’s interpretation of and compliance with such laws and regulations;
•the structure, availability, and performance of Porch Reciprocal Exchange (the “Reciprocal”)’s and Homeowners of America (“HOA”)’s reinsurance programs to protect against loss and maintain their financial stability ratings and a healthy surplus, the success of which are dependent on a number of factors outside management’s control;
•the possibility that a decline in our share price would result in a negative impact to the Reciprocal’s surplus position and may require further financial support to enable the Reciprocal to meet applicable regulatory requirements and maintain financial stability rating;
•the possibility that a decline in our share price would result in a negative impact to our captive reinsurance business' capital and collateral portfolio, and may require further financial support to enable the captive reinsurance business to meet applicable regulatory requirements;
•uncertainties related to regulatory approval of insurance rates, policy forms, insurance products, license applications, acquisitions of businesses, or strategic initiative, and other matters within the purview of insurance regulators (including the discount associated with the shares contributed to HOA that were subsequently transferred to the Reciprocal in connection with the closing of the sale of HOA to the Reciprocal);
•the ability of the Company and its affiliates to successfully operate and manage the Reciprocal and our ability to successfully operate our businesses alongside a reciprocal exchange;
•our ability to implement our plans, forecasts and other expectations with respect to the Reciprocal and to realize expected synergies and/or convert policyholders from our existing insurance carrier business into policyholders of the Reciprocal;
•reliance on strategic, proprietary relationships to provide us with access to personal data and product information, and the ability to use such data and information to increase transaction volume and attract and retain customers;
•the ability to develop new, or enhance existing, products, services, and features and bring them to market in a timely manner;
•the ability to effectively integrate and leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies;
•changes in capital requirements, and the ability to access capital when needed to provide statutory surplus;
•our ability to timely repay our outstanding indebtedness;
•the increased costs and initiatives required to address new legal and regulatory requirements arising from developments related to cybersecurity, privacy, and data governance and the increased costs and initiatives to protect against data breaches, cyber-attacks, virus or malware attacks, or other infiltrations or incidents affecting system integrity, availability, and performance;
•retaining and attracting skilled and experienced employees;
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•costs related to being a public company; and
•other risks and uncertainties discussed in Part II, Item 1A, “Risk Factors,” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and in subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), all of which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.
We caution you that the foregoing list may not contain all the risks to forward-looking statements made in this Quarterly Report.
You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. We have based the forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report primarily on our current expectations and projections about future events and trends we believe may affect our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects. The outcome of the events described in these forward-looking statements is subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors, including those described above and elsewhere in this Quarterly Report. We disclaim any obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether in response to new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
Business Overview
Porch Group, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries, (“Porch,” the “Company,” “we,” “our,” “us”) is a new kind of homeowners insurance company—one designed to stand out in a massive and growing market. Our strategy is built on three differentiators that set us apart.
1.Advantaged Underwriting Through Proprietary Data
Leveraging unique property insights, we can assess risk with greater precision, enabling competitive pricing for low-risk customers and avoiding high-risk customers, while delivering superior underwriting performance.
2.Best Services for Homebuyers
We are committed to being the go-to partner during one of life’s most significant transitions—buying a home—by offering services that simplify moving and home setup.
3.More Protection
We combine homeowners insurance with home warranty, filling coverage gaps and reducing unexpected costs for consumers.
Beyond insurance, Porch is a leader in the home software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) space, serving approximately 19 thousand companies across industries essential to the home-buying process—home inspectors, title companies, mortgage providers, and more. Our deep relationships and proprietary data give us unique visibility into approximately 90% of U.S. homebuyers and approximately 90% of U.S. homes, enabling superior risk assessment and competitive pricing.
Our mission is to be the best homeowners insurance partner for homebuyers, offering more than just coverage. Through the Porch app, we provide a full moving concierge service, helping customers with moving logistics and essential home services like security, TV/Internet setup, and more.
Finally, we deliver greater home protection by pairing homeowners insurance with full home warranty, additional coverages, and appliance recall monitoring. This approach fills coverage gaps, reduces unexpected costs, and strengthens our value proposition—creating deeper, lasting relationships with our customers.
Segments
We operate under four reportable segments that are also our operating segments. Three of these segments are owned by Porch — Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services. The fourth segment, the Reciprocal Segment, is managed, but not owned, by Porch and, at this time, is consolidated for reporting purposes as described in the basis of presentation section in Note 1 of the unaudited Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
Insurance Services — Our Insurance Services segment manages and operates the Reciprocal, providing services related, but not limited, to underwriting, policy renewal, risk management, insurance portfolio management, financial management, and setting investment guidelines in exchange for commissions and fees. The Insurance Services segment also holds the surplus notes issued by the Reciprocal and includes our captive reinsurer which provides reinsurance support to improve capital efficiency for the Reciprocal. Our captive reinsurer only provides reinsurance coverage for risks with low earnings volatility
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Software & Data — Our Software & Data segment provides, on a subscription and predominantly transactional basis, software to inspection, mortgage, title, and roofing companies and data products to insurance and other types of companies. This segment includes several strategically important businesses, including home inspection software, title and mortgage software, Home Factors (our unique property insights product), and mover marketing products.
Consumer Services — Our Consumer Services segment provides warranty products through Porch Warranty and other warranty brands to protect the whole home. Our Consumer Services segment also provides moving-related services such as movers, TV/Internet, and security.
Reciprocal Segment — The Reciprocal Segment includes HOA and its parent, Porch Reciprocal Exchange, which is a member-owned reciprocal exchange, owned by policyholder members rather than Porch. The Reciprocal Segment provides consumers with insurance to protect their homes, earning revenue primarily through premiums collected on policies.
Relationship with Reciprocal
Porch manages and operates the Reciprocal for its subscribers, providing services related, but not limited, to underwriting, policy renewal, risk management, insurance portfolio management, financial management, and setting investment guidelines. The Reciprocal is a subscriber-owned reciprocal insurance exchange organized under the Texas Insurance Code under which individuals, partnerships, and corporations are authorized to exchange reciprocal or inter-insurance contracts with each other, or with individuals, partnerships, and corporations of other states and countries, providing indemnity among themselves from any loss which may be insured against under any provision of the insurance laws. In exchange for these services, Porch receives policy fees from policyholders and ongoing commissions from the Reciprocal.
Our operating results are, in large part, tied to the growth and financial condition of the Reciprocal. If any events occurred that impaired the Reciprocal's ability to grow or sustain its financial condition, including but not limited to reduced financial strength ratings, disruption in the independent agency relationships, significant catastrophe losses, or products not meeting customer demands, the Reciprocal could find it more difficult to retain its existing business and attract new business. A decline in the business of the Reciprocal almost certainly could have as a consequence a decline in the total premiums paid and a correspondingly adverse effect on the a
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Latest 10-K MD&A
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
| Page | |
|---|---|
| Business Overview | 49 |
| Basis of Presentation | 50 |
| Critical Accounting Estimates | 50 |
| Recent Developments | 52 |
| Results of Operations | 53 |
| Consolidated Results of Operations | 54 |
| Porch Shareholder Interest Results (Non-GAAP) | 60 |
| Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics | 63 |
| Liquidity and Capital Resources | 64 |
| Non-GAAP Financial Measures | 68 |
| Contractual Obligations and Commitments | 72 |
| Recent Accounting Pronouncements | 72 |
Business Overview
Porch Group, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries, (“Porch,” the “Company,” “we,” “our,” “us”) is a new kind of homeowners insurance company—one designed to stand out in a massive and growing market of more than $100 billion. Our strategy is built on three differentiators that set us apart.
1.Advantaged Underwriting Through Proprietary Data
Leveraging unique property insights, we can assess risk with greater precision, enabling competitive pricing for low-risk customers and avoiding high-risk customers, while delivering superior underwriting performance.
2.Best Services for Homebuyers
We are committed to being the go-to partner during one of life’s most significant transitions—buying a home—by offering services that simplify moving and home setup.
3.More Protection
We combine homeowners insurance with home warranty, filling coverage gaps and reducing unexpected costs for consumers.
Beyond insurance, Porch is a leader in the home software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) space, serving approximately 24 thousand companies across industries essential to the home-buying process—home inspectors, title companies, mortgage providers, and more. Our deep relationships and proprietary data give us unique visibility into approximately 90% of U.S. homes, enabling superior risk assessment and competitive pricing.
Our mission is to be the best homeowners insurance partner for homebuyers, offering more than just coverage. Through the Porch app, we provide a full moving concierge service, helping customers with moving logistics and essential home services like security, TV/Internet setup, and more.
Finally, we deliver greater home protection by pairing homeowners insurance with full home warranty, additional coverages, and appliance recall monitoring. This approach fills coverage gaps, reduces unexpected costs, and strengthens our value proposition—creating deeper, lasting relationships with our customers.
In January 2025, we completed the formation of Porch Reciprocal Exchange (the “Reciprocal”) and, as part of this process, sold our legacy homeowners insurance carrier, Homeowners of America (“HOA”), to the Reciprocal. Following the sale, HOA became a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reciprocal. Porch continues to manage and operate the Reciprocal, providing critical services such as underwriting, policy renewal, risk and portfolio management, financial oversight, and investment guideline setting. In return, Porch earns commissions and fees for these services.
Beginning in January 2025, we operate under four reportable segments that are also our operating segments. Three of these segments are owned by Porch — Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services. We collectively call these three segments, along with corporate functions, the “Porch Shareholder Interest.” The fourth segment, the Reciprocal Segment, is managed, but not owned, by Porch and, at this time, is consolidated for reporting purposes as described in the basis of presentation section in Note 1 of the unaudited Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Insurance Services — Our Insurance Services segment manages and operates the Reciprocal, providing services related, but not limited, to underwriting, policy renewal, risk management, insurance portfolio management,
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financial management, and setting investment guidelines in exchange for commissions and fees. The Insurance Services segment also holds the surplus notes issued by the Reciprocal and includes our captive reinsurer which provides reinsurance support to improve capital efficiency for the Reciprocal. As of April 1, 2025, our captive reinsurer only provides reinsurance coverage for risks with low earnings volatility, such as non-catastrophic weather quota share.
Software & Data — Our Software & Data segment provides, on a subscription and predominantly transactional basis, software to inspection, mortgage, title, and roofing companies and data products to insurance and other types of companies. This segment includes several strategically important businesses, including home inspection software, title and mortgage software, Home Factors (our unique property insights product), and mover marketing products.
Consumer Services — Our Consumer Services segment provides warranty products through Porch Warranty and other warranty brands to protect the whole home. Our Consumer Services segment also provides moving related services such as movers, TV/Internet, and security.
Reciprocal Segment — The Reciprocal Segment includes HOA and its parent, Porch Reciprocal Exchange, which is a member-owned reciprocal exchange, owned by policyholder members rather than Porch. The Reciprocal Segment provides consumers with insurance to protect their homes, earning revenue primarily through premiums collected on policies.
Porch manages and operates the Reciprocal for its subscribers, providing services related, but not limited, to underwriting, policy renewal, risk management, insurance portfolio management, financial management, and setting investment guidelines. The Reciprocal is a subscriber-owned reciprocal insurance exchange organized under the Texas Insurance Code under which individuals, partnerships, and corporations are authorized to exchange reciprocal or inter-insurance contracts with each other, or with individuals, partnerships, and corporations of other states and countries, providing indemnity among themselves from any loss which may be insured against under any provision of the insurance laws. In exchange for these services, Porch receives policy fees from policyholders and ongoing commissions from the Reciprocal.
Porch Shareholder Interest is, in large part, tied to the growth and financial condition of the Reciprocal. If any events occurred that impaired the Reciprocal's ability to grow or sustain its financial condition, including but not limited to reduced financial strength ratings, disruption in the independent agency relationships, significant catastrophe losses, or products not meeting customer demands, the Reciprocal could find it more difficult to retain its existing business and attract new business. A decline in the business of the Reciprocal almost certainly could have as a consequence a decline in the total premiums paid and a correspondingly adverse effect on the amount of the management fees received by our Insurance Services segment.
See “Item 1. Business,” Strategic Growth Pillars, for more information about our business and changes to our business in 2025.
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes include the accounts of Porch Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries as well as the Reciprocal, a variable interest entity (“VIE”) in which the Company is considered the primary beneficiary. The Reciprocal is managed, but not owned by, Porch and is consolidated at this time as a VIE for reporting purposes. These consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes were prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”). All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.
Critical Accounting Estimates
Our significant accounting policies, including the assumptions and judgment underlying them, are disclosed in Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report. As disclosed in Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, the preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates and assumptions, and those differences could be material to the consolidated financial statements. We believe that the following discussion addresses our most critical accounting
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estimates, which are those that are most important to the portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations and require management’s most difficult, subjective, and complex judgments.
Fair Value Measurements
Fair value is an exit price representing the expected amount that an entity would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction with market participants at the measurement date. Fair value principles prioritize valuation inputs across three broad levels. An asset or liability’s classification within the various levels is determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
Business Combinations
We have engaged in mergers and acquisitions in the past and intend to continue to make acquisitions a part of our long-term strategy. We account for business acquisitions using the acquisition method of accounting and record any identifiable intangible assets separate from goodwill. Intangible assets are recorded at fair value based on estimates as of the date of acquisition. Goodwill is recorded as the residual amount of the purchase price consideration less the fair value assigned to the individual identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the date of acquisition. The accounting estimates associated with acquisitions are complex due to judgments and assumptions involved in determining (1) the total consideration paid because we have used cash, equity, and earnouts and (2) the value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. We allocate the purchase price of the acquisition to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on estimates of the fair value at the dates of the acquisitions. Contingent consideration, which represents an obligation to make additional payments or equity interests to the former owner(s) as part of the purchase price if specified future events occur or conditions are met, is accounted for at the acquisition date fair value either as a liability or as equity depending on the terms of the acquisition agreement.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
We review long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amounts of the assets may not be fully recoverable. Events that trigger a test for recoverability include a significant decrease in the market price for a long-lived asset, significant negative industry or economic trends, an accumulation of costs significantly in excess of the amount originally expected for the acquisition, a current-period operating or cash flow loss combined with a history of operating or cash flow losses or a projection or forecast that demonstrates continuing losses associated with the use of a long-lived asset, or a sustained decrease in share price. When a triggering event occurs, a test for recoverability is performed, comparing projected undiscounted future cash flows to the carrying value of the asset group. If the test for recoverability identifies a possible impairment, the asset group’s fair value is measured relying primarily on an income approach. An impairment charge is recognized for the amount by which the carrying value of the asset group exceeds its estimated fair value. Management identifies the asset group that includes the potentially impaired long-lived asset, at the lowest level at which there are separate, identifiable cash flows. We evaluate corporate assets or other long-lived assets that are not asset group-specific at the consolidated level.
We estimate the fair value of an asset group using the income approach. Such fair value measurements are based predominately on Level 3 inputs. Inherent in our development of cash flow projections are assumptions and estimates derived from a review of our operating results, business plan forecasts, expected growth rates, and cost of capital, similar to those a market participant would use to assess fair value. We also make certain assumptions about future economic conditions and other data. Many of these factors used in assessing fair value are outside the control of management and these assumptions and estimates may change in future periods.
Impairment of Goodwill
We test goodwill for impairment for each reporting unit on an annual basis or more frequently when events or changes in circumstances indicate the fair value of a reporting unit may be less than its carrying amount. We have the option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine if an impairment is more likely than not to have occurred. Factors that indicate the fair value of a reporting unit may be less than its carrying amount include industry and market considerations such as a deterioration in the economic environment or a decline in market-dependent multiples or metrics, overall financial performance such as negative or declining cash flows or a decline in actual or planned revenue or earnings, increased cost factors that have a negative effect on earnings and cash flows, or a sustained decrease in share price. The process for evaluating potential impairment of goodwill is highly subjective and requires significant judgment. If factors indicate that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, we perform a quantitative assessment and the fair value of the reporting unit is estimated. If the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, an impairment loss is recorded to the extent that fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. We have selected October 1 as the date to perform our annual impairment test.
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Determining the fair value of a reporting unit is judgmental in nature and involves the use of significant estimates and assumptions to evaluate the impact of operating and macroeconomic changes on each reporting unit. The fair value of each reporting unit was estimated using a combination of income and market valuation approaches using publicly traded company multiples in similar businesses. Such fair value measurements are based predominately on Level 3 inputs. This analysis requires significant judgments, including estimation of future cash flows, which is dependent on internally developed forecasts, estimation of the long-term rate of growth for our business, estimation of the useful life over which cash flows will occur, and determination of our weighted average cost of capital, which is risk-adjusted to reflect the specific risk profile of the reporting unit being tested.
Losses and Loss Adjustment Expenses Reserves
The liability for losses and loss adjustment expenses (“LAE”) is an estimate of the amounts required to cover known incurred losses and LAE and is developed through the review and assessment of loss reports, along with the analysis of known claims. These reserves include the Reciprocal’s estimate of the amounts for losses incurred but not reported (“IBNR”). IBNR is reviewed regularly using a variety of actuarial techniques. The Reciprocal updates the reserve estimates as historical loss experience develops, additional claims are reported and/or settled and new information becomes available. Any changes in estimates are reflected in operating results in the period in which the estimates are changed. Although the Reciprocal believes that the balance of these reserves is adequate, such liabilities are necessarily dependent on estimates, the ultimate expense may be more or less than the amounts presented. The approach and methods for developing these estimates and for recording the resulting liability are continually reviewed. Any adjustments to this reserve are recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss. Losses and LAE, less related reinsurance is charged to expense as incurred.
Recent Developments
Debt Refinancing
On May 27, 2025, we completed a series of privately negotiated refinancing transactions with certain holders of our 0.75% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes due in September 2026 (the “2026 Notes”). As part of these refinancing transactions, we:
•Exchanged $96.8 million aggregate principal amount of 2026 Notes for $83.0 million aggregate principal amount of newly issued 9.00% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes due 2030 (the “2030 Notes”),
•Issued an additional $51.0 million aggregate principal amount of 2030 Notes for cash to the same investors that participated in the exchange, and
•Repurchased $47.5 million aggregate principal amount of 2026 Notes for $47.3 million in cash.
After funding the cash portion of the repurchase and related expenses, net cash proceeds were approximately $3.7 million. We used these proceeds, along with existing cash on hand, to repurchase an additional $8.9 million aggregate principal amount of the 2026 Notes for $8.4 million cash in May 2025. We recognized a net gain on extinguishment of debt of less than $0.1 million in the second quarter of 2025. Our Board of Directors authorized management to repurchase the remaining 2026 Notes in cash in the open market or through privately negotiated transactions.
During the third quarter of 2025, we repurchased in a series of privately negotiated transactions $12.8 million in aggregate principal amount of our 2026 Notes for $12.3 million, representing 96.5% par value. As a result, we recognized a gain on extinguishment of debt of $0.4 million during the third quarter. As of December 31, 2025, outstanding principal on the 2026 Notes was $7.8 million.
Reciprocal Formation
In January 2025, we completed the formation of the Reciprocal. In connection with the formation, we completed the sale of our homeowners insurance carrier, Homeowners of America (“HOA”), to the Reciprocal for a purchase price equal to HOA’s estimated surplus at December 31, 2024, of approximately $105 million, less $58 million of principal and unpaid interest under a surplus note issued by HOA to Porch in 2023. The purchase price was financed by a surplus note issued by the Reciprocal to Porch, bringing the total surplus notes held by Porch to approximately $106 million. Following the sale, HOA became a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reciprocal and, as part of the transaction, subsequently transferred certain economics to the Reciprocal following Texas Department of Insurance (“TDI”) approval, including the 18.3 million Porch shares held by HOA. Porch manages and operates the Reciprocal, providing services related, but not limited, to underwriting, policy renewal, risk management, insurance portfolio management, financial management, and setting investment guidelines. In addition, Porch maintains the Reciprocal’s books and records and is responsible for its
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accounting and financial reporting. In exchange for these services, Porch receives commissions and fees. The Reciprocal pays all claims and claims adjustment expenses, reinsurance costs, agency commissions, and taxes and license fees.
Reinsurance Programs for the Reciprocal
As of April 1, 2025, coverage for excess of loss catastrophe reinsurance starts at $25.0 million per occurrence up to a loss of $410.0 million. Additionally, the third-party quota share reinsurance contracts start immediately at 7.5% of property and casualty (“P&C”) losses, which includes catastrophe events, bringing the effective retention for the Reciprocal from $25.0 million per occurrence to $23.1 million per occurrence. We also placed reinstatement premium protection to cover any reinstatement premiums due on the second through fourth layers.
Additionally, our captive reinsurance entity provides reinsurance coverage for risks with low earnings volatility, such as non-catastrophic weather quota share, in order to create more capital efficiency at the Reciprocal. This contract was approved for an initial period of 10 years but can be cancelled by Porch or the Reciprocal each year. The specific structure and scope of reinsurance provided by the captive may vary over time as the Reciprocal evaluates its risk transfer strategy and capital requirements.
New Segments
Beginning in January 2025, there was a change in internal reporting provided to the chief operating decision-maker (“CODM”) and a change in the lens through which the CODM makes decisions and allocates resources. As a result, our reportable segments, that are also our operating segments, changed from Vertical Software and Insurance prior to 2025 to Insurance Services, Software & Data, Consumer Services, and the Reciprocal Segment. Three of these segments are owned by Porch — Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services. Management references the Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services segments, together with corporate expenses, as “Porch Shareholder Interest.” The fourth segment, the Reciprocal Segment, is managed, but not owned, by Porch and is consolidated for reporting purposes.
The changes in reporting were driven by how the CODM views our target customer (e.g. primarily total premium in Insurance Services, primarily businesses in Software & Data, and primarily direct consumers in Consumer Services) and by the shift to a reciprocal exchange model where we are the manager of the Reciprocal rather than the owner of a carrier.
Results of Operations
Key Factors Affecting Operating Results
The following key factors affected our operating results.
•In January 2025, we completed the formation of the Reciprocal and sold HOA into the Reciprocal; Porch now holds $106 million of surplus notes due from the Reciprocal which pay interest of 9.75% plus SOFR. These surplus notes are included in the Reciprocal’s statutory surplus and are eliminated in consolidation for GAAP reporting. Porch earns management fees and quota share reinsurance premiums from the Reciprocal.
•Insurance Services top-of-the-funnel activity reached strong levels across quoting activity and agency appointments. Full year Reciprocal Written Premium (“RWP”) was $480.9 million. RWP converted to Adjusted EBITDA at a rate of 21% given efficient operations at the Reciprocal. See Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics for definition of RWP.
•In Software and Data, Rynoh implemented a 20% price increase in the first quarter, in line with strategic pricing goals. We remain focused on product innovation, including a continuation of introducing new Home Factors to the market.
•In Consumer Services, new services were launched including packing services online for movers. Partnership efforts are progressing nicely, while our warranty business experienced lower claims activity compared to the prior year.
•Statutory surplus at the Reciprocal rose sequentially throughout the year with statutory surplus of $155.1 million as of December 31, 2025, an increase of $49.4 million from December 31, 2024. The Reciprocal is healthy with $289.4 million of surplus combined with non-admitted assets as of December 31, 2025, an increase of $131.4 million from December 31, 2024.
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Consolidated Results of Operations
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| 2025 | 2024 | $ Change | % Change | ||||||||
| (dollar amounts in thousands) | |||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 482,414 | $ | 437,848 | $ | 44,566 | 10 | % | |||
| Cost of revenue | 142,424 | 235,920 | (93,496) | (40) | % | ||||||
| Gross profit | 339,990 | 201,928 | 138,062 | 68 | % | ||||||
| Operating expenses: | |||||||||||
| Selling and marketing | 139,578 | 122,873 | 16,705 | 14 | % | ||||||
| Product and technology | 53,317 | 48,138 | 5,179 | 11 | % | ||||||
| General and administrative | 105,200 | 95,249 | 9,951 | 10 | % | ||||||
| Provision for doubtful accounts | 5,325 | 239 | 5,086 | 2,128 | % | ||||||
| Total operating expenses | 303,420 | 266,499 | 36,921 | 14 | % | ||||||
| Operating income (loss) | 36,570 | (64,571) | 101,141 | (157) | % | ||||||
| Other income (expense): | |||||||||||
| Interest expense | (51,572) | (42,536) | (9,036) | 21 | % | ||||||
| Change in fair value of private warrant liability | (4,013) | 691 | (4,704) | (681) | % | ||||||
| Change in fair value of derivatives | 19,635 | 5,869 | 13,766 | 235 | % | ||||||
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | 395 | 27,436 | (27,041) | (99) | % | ||||||
| Investment income and realized gains and losses, net of investment expenses | 11,671 | 13,697 | (2,026) | (15) | % | ||||||
| Other income, net | 14,049 | 28,702 | (14,653) | (51) | % | ||||||
| Total other income (expense) | (9,835) | 33,859 | (43,694) | (129) | % | ||||||
| Income (loss) before income taxes | 26,735 | (30,712) | 57,447 | (187) | % | ||||||
| Income tax provision | (11,417) | (2,117) | (9,300) | 439 | % | ||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | 15,318 | $ | (32,829) | $ | 48,147 | (147) | % | |||
| Less: Net income attributable to the Reciprocal | 18,679 | — | 18,679 | N/A | |||||||
| Net loss attributable to Porch | $ | (3,361) | $ | (32,829) | $ | 29,468 | (90) | % | |||
| Net income (loss) | $ | 15,318 | $ | (32,829) | $ | 48,147 | (147) | % | |||
| Net loss (income) attributable to the Reciprocal | (18,679) | — | (18,679) | N/A | |||||||
| Interest expense | 51,476 | 42,536 | 8,940 | 21 | % | ||||||
| Income tax provision | 366 | 2,117 | (1,751) | (83) | % | ||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 20,617 | 25,522 | (4,905) | (19) | % | ||||||
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | (395) | (27,436) | 27,041 | (99) | % | ||||||
| Other income, net | (7,483) | (23,208) | 15,725 | (68) | % | ||||||
| Loss (gain) on reinsurance contract | — | (1,324) | 1,324 | (100) | % | ||||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 28,952 | 27,181 | 1,771 | 7 | % | ||||||
| Mark-to-market gains | (15,666) | (10,002) | (5,664) | 57 | % | ||||||
| Restructuring and other costs | 1,761 | 4,185 | (2,424) | (58) | % | ||||||
| Acquisition and other transaction costs | 337 | 429 | (92) | (21) | % | ||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | 76,604 | $ | 7,171 | $ | 69,433 | 968 | % | |||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin | 16 | % | 2 | % |
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Revenue
Total consolidated revenue including the Reciprocal increased by 10% compared to the prior year. This increase was primarily attributable to lower external reinsurance costs offsetting revenue. In 2025, our captive reinsurer retained a higher proportion of premiums than in the prior year. Revenue related to Porch Shareholder Interest was $418.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as detailed in the tables at the end of this section. Porch Shareholder Interest Revenue is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Cost of revenue
Total consolidated cost of revenue including the Reciprocal decreased by $93.5 million, or 40%, from $235.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, to $142.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. The decrease was primarily the result of strong underwriting at the Reciprocal and fewer catastrophic weather events impacting the Reciprocal, which limited the number of claims. As a percentage of revenue, cost of revenue represented 30% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared with 54% for the year ended December 31, 2024. Cost of revenue related to Porch Shareholder Interest was $75.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as detailed in the tables at the end of this section. Porch Shareholder Interest Cost of Revenue is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Selling and marketing
Total consolidated selling and marketing expenses including the Reciprocal increased by $16.7 million, or 14%, from $122.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, to $139.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. The increase was primarily attributable to incentives to insurance agencies as part of our growth strategy, as well as increased marketing expenses related to new warranty products. As a percentage of revenue, selling and marketing expenses represented 29% of revenue in the current year compared to 28% of revenue in the prior year. Selling and marketing expense related to Porch Shareholder Interest was $195.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as detailed in the tables at the end of this section. Porch Shareholder Interest Selling and Marketing is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Product and technology
Total consolidated product and technology expenses including the Reciprocal increased by $5.2 million, or 11%, from $48.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, to $53.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. The increase was primarily driven by an increase in payroll expenses related to software development and an increase in overall software expense. As a percentage of revenue, product and technology expenses represented 11% of revenue in the current year compared to 11% of revenue in the prior year. Product and technology expense related to Porch Shareholder Interest was $50.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as detailed in the tables at the end of this section. Porch Shareholder Interest Product and Technology is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
General and administrative
Total consolidated general and administrative expenses including the Reciprocal increased by $10.0 million, or 10%, from $95.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, to $105.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, primarily due to a one-time agency partnership payment, increased legal expenses, and reduction in the gain recognized from the valuation of contingent consideration (see Note 6 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements). As a percentage of revenue, general and administrative expenses represented 22% of revenue in 2025, compared with 22% in 2024. General and administrative expenses related to Porch Shareholder Interest were $92.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as detailed in the tables at the end of this section. Porch Shareholder Interest General and Administrative is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Provision for doubtful accounts
Total consolidated provision for doubtful accounts increased by $5.1 million from $0.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, to $5.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. This increase was primarily related to an increase in losses expected on a prior year reinsurance contract as well as an increase in average warranty receivables related to higher-priced warranty products commensurate with the increase in the average coverage period. Provision for doubtful accounts related to Porch Shareholder Interest was $4.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as detailed in the tables at the end of this section. Porch Shareholder Interest Provision for Doubtful Accounts is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Interest expense
Interest expense increased by $9.0 million, or 21%, from $42.5 million in 2024. The increase was primarily driven by the May 2025 exchange of our 0.75% 2026 Notes for newly issued 9.00% 2030 Notes. The higher coupon rate associated with
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the 2030 Notes contributed to the overall increase in interest expense during the period. The following table details the components of interest expense, on the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss:
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | |||||
| Contractual interest expense | $ | 30,263 | $ | 24,046 | ||
| Amortization of debt issuance costs and discount | 22,060 | 19,081 | ||||
| Capitalized interest and other | (751) | (591) | ||||
| Total interest expense | $ | 51,572 | $ | 42,536 |
Change in fair value of private warrant liability
The change in fair value of the private warrant liability was a loss of $4.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, and a gain of $0.7 million in the same period in 2024. The change in the fair value was primarily related to an increase in the market value of our common stock. The change in fair value of the private warranty liability relates entirely to Porch Shareholder Interest.
Change in fair value of derivatives
The derivative liability decreased by $19.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to a decrease of $5.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. The value is driven by various factors, including the fair value of the underlying debt and the assumptions regarding timing of possible repurchase events. See Note 6 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Gain on extinguishment of debt
In connection with the repurchase of a portion of the 2026 Notes, we recognized a $27.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt during the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to less than $0.4 million during the year ended December 31, 2025. The trading prices of the 2026 Notes have increased since prior year. See Note 9 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Investment income and realized gains and losses, net of investment expenses
Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses decreased by $2.0 million from $13.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, to $11.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. Total investments balance as of December 31, 2025, was $248.7 million compared to $182.8 million as of December 31, 2024. While our investment balance increased year-over-year, we had lower market yields.
Other income, net
Total consolidated other income, net, including the Reciprocal decreased by $14.7 million from $28.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, to $14.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. The decrease is primarily driven by a $14.9 million gain on settlement of contingent consideration, offset by a $5.3 million loss on sale of our EIG business, both of which occurred during the year ended December 31, 2024, with no comparable events during the year ended December 31, 2025. Additionally, recoveries on reinsurance contracts were approximately $5.0 million lower for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to the year ended December 31, 2024. A decrease in recoveries over time was expected following the previously disclosed termination of a reinsurance contract in 2023. See Note 18 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for detail of other income, net, for each period presented. Other income, net, related to Porch Shareholder Interest was $29.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. Porch Shareholder Interest Other Income is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Income tax provision
Total consolidated income tax provision including the Reciprocal increased by $9.3 million from a $2.1 million provision for the year ended December 31, 2024, to an $11.4 million provision for the year ended December 31, 2025. Our effective tax rate for the year ended December 31, 2025, was 42.7%, compared to (6.9)% for the year ended December 31, 2024. Our effective tax rate was higher in 2025 compared to 2024 and compared to the 21% statutory tax rate primarily due to the change in valuation allowance and write-off of certain net operating losses of HOA.
Adjusted EBITDA (Loss)
Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) for the year ended December 31, 2025, was $76.6 million, a $69.4 million improvement from $7.2 million for 2024. The year-over-year improvement was primarily attributable to the shift in the business model from
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carrier to the manager of the Reciprocal, producing higher margin management fees. Our Insurance Services segment benefited from the receipt of commissions and fees related to the Reciprocal Segment which began in January 2025 and an increase in interest income from the surplus note due from the Reciprocal Segment. Corporate costs also declined due to reduced workforce, less reliance on third-party consultants, centralizing administrative functions, and shifting hiring to target lower-cost locations. Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Refer to “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the SEC on February 25, 2025, for the comparison of the results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
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The following tables summarize operating results of the four segments as well as corporate expenses and eliminations.
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| Insurance Services | Software & Data | Consumer Services | Corporate | Eliminations (1) | Porch Shareholder Interest Subtotal (2) | Reciprocal Segment | Eliminations Related to Reciprocal Segment (3) | Consolidated | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 266,726 | $ | 92,935 | $ | 68,374 | $ | — | $ | (9,144) | $ | 418,891 | $ | 200,463 | $ | (136,940) | $ | 482,414 | |||||||||||||||||
| Cost of revenue | 39,144 | 25,715 | 10,128 | — | (9) | 74,978 | 71,416 | (3,970) | 142,424 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Gross Profit | 227,582 | 67,220 | 58,246 | — | (9,135) | 343,913 | 129,047 | (132,970) | 339,990 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Gross Margin | 85 | % | 72 | % | 85 | % | — | % | 100 | % | 82 | % | 64 | % | 97 | % | 70 | % | |||||||||||||||||
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| Selling and marketing | 123,831 | 37,015 | 41,936 | 1,578 | (9,135) | 195,225 | 20,876 | (76,523) | 139,578 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Product and technology | 10,354 | 18,545 | 4,582 | 16,849 | — | 50,330 | 2,987 | — | 53,317 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| General and administrative | 19,936 | 8,741 | 9,698 | 54,442 | — | 92,817 | 68,830 | (56,447) | 105,200 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Provision for doubtful accounts | 200 | 1,380 | 2,543 | — | — | 4,123 | 1,202 | — | 5,325 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Operating income (loss) | (72,869) | — | 1,418 | 35,152 | — | 36,570 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Other expense (income) | (21,343) | (32) | (418) | 26,206 | — | 4,413 | 5,422 | — | 9,835 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Income (loss) before income taxes | (99,075) | — | (2,995) | 29,730 | — | 26,735 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Income tax benefit (provision) | (366) | — | (366) | (11,051) | — | (11,417) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | (99,441) | $ | — | $ | (3,361) | $ | 18,679 | $ | — | $ | 15,318 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Less: Net income attributable to the Reciprocal | 18,679 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net loss attributable to Porch | $ | (3,361) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Reconciliation: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | (99,441) | $ | (3,361) | $ | 15,318 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Less Reconciling items: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net income attributable to the Reciprocal | — | 18,679 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | (367) | (14,592) | (3,422) | (2,236) | — | (20,617) | (20,617) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | (4,443) | (2,406) | (1,735) | (20,368) | — | (28,952) | (28,952) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt | — | — | — | 395 | — | 395 | 395 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Interest expense | — | (3) | (9) | (51,464) | — | (51,476) | (51,476) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Income tax provision | — | — | — | (366) | $ | — | (366) | (366) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mark-to-market gains (losses) | — | — | 44 | 15,622 | — | 15,666 | 15,666 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Recoveries of Losses on Reinsurance Contracts | — | — | — | 7,100 | — | 7,100 | 7,100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Other gains and losses | (324) | (330) | 235 | (1,296) | — | (1,715) | (1,715) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) (4) | $ | 99,738 | $ | 18,902 | $ | 4,792 | $ | (46,828) | $ | 76,604 | $ | 76,604 |
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(1)The “Eliminations” column represents eliminations of transactions between the Insurance Services segment, Software & Data segment, Consumer Services segment, and Corporate column.
(2)The “Porch Shareholder Interest Subtotal” column includes non-GAAP measures that are used by management to evaluate performance. Porch Shareholder Interest includes the Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services segments as well as Corporate expenses and applicable intercompany eliminations. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section.
(3)The “Eliminations Related to Reciprocal Segment” column represents eliminations of transactions between the Reciprocal Segment and other segments or Corporate.
(4)Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
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| Insurance Services | Software & Data | Consumer Services | Corporate | Eliminations (1) | Subtotal | Reciprocal Segment | Eliminations Related to Reciprocal Segment (2) | Consolidated | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 157,073 | $ | 89,167 | $ | 69,137 | $ | — | $ | (2,102) | $ | 313,275 | $ | 182,090 | $ | (57,517) | $ | 437,848 | |||||||||||||||||
| Cost of revenue | 77,063 | 23,748 | 14,755 | — | (62) | 115,504 | 134,850 | (14,434) | 235,920 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Gross Profit | 80,010 | 65,419 | 54,382 | — | (2,040) | 197,771 | 47,240 | (43,083) | 201,928 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Gross Margin | 51 | % | 73 | % | 79 | % | — | % | 97 | % | 63 | % | 26 | % | 75 | % | 46 | % | |||||||||||||||||
| Less: Operating expenses: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Selling and marketing | 52,571 | 40,147 | 33,896 | 2,109 | (981) | 127,742 | 38,214 | (43,083) | 122,873 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Product and technology | 221 | 16,662 | 4,265 | 20,504 | (1,059) | 40,593 | 7,545 | — | 48,138 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| General and administrative | 6,827 | 13,111 | 8,541 | 56,964 | — | 85,443 | 9,806 | — | 95,249 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Provision for doubtful accounts | — | 1,189 | 520 | — | — | 1,709 | (1,470) | — | 239 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Operating income (loss) | (79,577) | — | (57,716) | (6,855) | — | (64,571) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Other expense (income) | (14,968) | (14,948) | (305) | 205 | — | (30,016) | (3,843) | — | (33,859) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Income (loss) before income taxes | (79,782) | — | (27,700) | (3,012) | — | (30,712) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Income tax benefit (provision) | (2,117) | — | (2,117) | — | — | (2,117) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | (81,899) | $ | — | $ | (29,817) | $ | (3,012) | $ | — | $ | (32,829) | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Reconciliation: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | (81,899) | $ | (29,817) | $ | (32,829) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Less: Reconciling items: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | (3,943) | (15,498) | (3,803) | (2,255) | — | (25,499) | (25,522) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | (1,199) | (4,272) | (1,993) | (19,717) | — | (27,181) | (27,181) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt | — | — | — | 27,436 | — | 27,436 | 27,436 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Interest expense | — | 19 | 19 | (42,685) | — | (42,647) | (42,536) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Income tax provision | — | — | — | (2,117) | — | (2,117) | (2,117) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mark-to-market gains (losses) | — | (909) | 4,350 | 6,560 | — | 10,001 | 10,001 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Recoveries of Losses on Reinsurance Contracts | 8,811 | — | — | 3,331 | — | 12,142 | 12,142 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Other gains and losses | (122) | 14,144 | 93 | (157) | — | 13,958 | 7,777 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) (3) | $ | 31,812 | $ | 15,774 | $ | 8,799 | $ | (52,295) | $ | 4,090 | $ | 7,171 |
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(1)The “Eliminations” column represents eliminations of transactions between the Insurance Services segment, Software & Data segment, Consumer Services segment, and Corporate column.
(2)The “Eliminations Related to Reciprocal Segment” column represents eliminations of transactions between the Reciprocal Segment and other segments or Corporate.
(3)Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
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Porch Shareholder Interest Results (Non-GAAP)
Effective January 2025, Porch shareholders own three segments: Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services. Together, these segments—offset by corporate expenses—comprise what we refer to as the “Porch Shareholder Interest.” These segments contribute to Net Income Attributable to Porch and are what is expected to generate cash for Porch shareholders. Comparative period amounts in the following table include only the Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services segments as well as corporate expenses. Certain amounts presented in the following table are non-GAAP measures and are reconciled to the nearest GAAP measure in the earlier “Consolidated Year-to-Date Results” section.
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | Change | ||||||||||
| Porch Shareholder Interest Revenue | (1) | $ | 418,891 | $ | 313,275 | $ | 105,616 | |||||
| Porch Shareholder Interest Gross Profit | (1) | $ | 343,913 | $ | 197,771 | $ | 146,142 | |||||
| Porch Shareholder Interest Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | (1) | $ | 76,604 | $ | 4,090 | $ | 72,514 |
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(1)Porch Shareholder Interest Revenue, Gross Profit, and Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) are non-GAAP measures. For the year ended December 31, 2025, Porch Shareholder Interest Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is equivalent to total Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) for consolidated Porch, as Porch no longer owns HOA following its sale to the Reciprocal effective January 1, 2025. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, Porch Shareholder Interest Revenue increased $105.6 million when compared to the same segments in the prior year. The increase was primarily due to the launch of the Reciprocal in January 2025, and the associated revenue streams as Porch acts as its manager, and an increase in ceding from the Reciprocal Segment with the new reinsurance programs beginning on April 1, 2025. This increase was partially offset by an increase in the average coverage period of our warranty products, resulting in warranty revenue being recognized over a longer timeframe, and a strategic shift to lower revenue, higher profit services in our moving businesses. Porch Shareholder Interest Revenue is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Porch Shareholder Interest Gross Profit improved by $146.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, when compared to the prior year. This improvement was primarily driven by the shift in the business model from carrier to the operator of the Reciprocal. The increase was also a result of the change in reinsurance programs at our captive reinsurer effective April 1, 2025. Porch Shareholder Interest Gross Profit is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Porch Shareholder Interest Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) improved by $72.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to the prior year. The improvement was primarily driven by increased ceding activity from the Reciprocal Segment and the shift in the business model from carrier to the operator of the Reciprocal, producing higher margin management fees. Our Insurance Services segment benefited from the receipt of management fees from the Reciprocal Segment, which began in January 2025, and an increase in interest income from the surplus note due from the Reciprocal Segment. Our other segment and corporate costs also declined due to lower professional fees, reduced reliance on third-party consultants, and strong cost control. Porch Shareholder Interest Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
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INSURANCE SERVICES
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | Change | ||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 266,726 | $ | 157,073 | $ | 109,653 | ||||||
| Gross Profit | $ | 227,582 | $ | 80,010 | $ | 147,572 | ||||||
| Gross Margin | 85 | % | 51 | % | ||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA | (1) | $ | 99,738 | $ | 31,812 | $ | 67,926 | |||||
| Adjusted EBITDA Margin | (1) | 37 | % | 20 | % | |||||||
| RWP (in millions) | (2) | $ | 481 | $ | — | N/A | ||||||
| Reciprocal Policies Written (in thousands) | (2) | 175 | — | N/A | ||||||||
| RWP per Policy (unrounded) | (2) | $ | 2,755 | $ | — | N/A | ||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA % of RWP | (3) | 21 | % | — | % | N/A |
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(1)Insurance Services Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin, and Adjusted EBITDA % of RWP are non-GAAP measures. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section.
(2)See Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics for definitions of metrics.
(3)Adjusted EBITDA % of RWP is Insurance Services Adjusted EBITDA divided by RWP.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, Insurance Services segment revenue was $266.7 million. For the year ended December 31, 2024, Insurance Services segment revenue was $157.1 million. The 70% increase in Insurance Services segment revenue was primarily driven by an increase in ceding from the Reciprocal Segment with the new reinsurance programs beginning on April 1, 2025. Additionally, the increase partially resulted from the launch of the Reciprocal in January 2025 and the associated revenue streams as Porch acts as its manager.
Our Insurance Services segment generates economics in several ways: management fees based on a percentage of Reciprocal Written Premium, policy fees from the Reciprocal, reinsurance to improve capital efficiency for the Reciprocal, lead fees from third-party insurance agencies, and interest from the surplus note due from the Reciprocal. Insurance Services Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of Reciprocal Written Premium was 21% for the year ended December 31, 2025.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, Insurance Services segment gross profit was $227.6 million. For the year ended December 31, 2024, Insurance Services segment profit was $80.0 million. The increase in gross profit was primarily driven by the shift in the business model from carrier to the operator of the Reciprocal.
Insurance Services Adjusted EBITDA was $99.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, which improved compared to prior year primarily driven by an increase in ceding from the Reciprocal Segment. Adjusted EBITDA also increased as a result of the various commissions and fees beginning January 1, 2025, including interest income from the surplus note due from the Reciprocal Segment.
Insurance Services Adjusted EBITDA Margin increased to 37% for the year ended December 31, 2025, primarily due to the increase in revenue due to increased ceding activity from the Reciprocal Segment. The Adjusted EBITDA Margin increase outpaced the increase in revenue, reflecting a shift in the business model from carrier to the manager of the Reciprocal, producing higher margin management fees.
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SOFTWARE & DATA
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | Change | ||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 92,935 | $ | 89,167 | $ | 3,768 | ||||||
| Gross Profit | $ | 67,220 | $ | 65,419 | $ | 1,801 | ||||||
| Gross Margin | 72 | % | 73 | % | ||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA | (1) | $ | 18,902 | $ | 15,774 | $ | 3,128 | |||||
| Adjusted EBITDA Margin | (1) | 20 | % | 18 | % | |||||||
| Average Number of Companies (in thousands) | (2) | 23.8 | ||||||||||
| Annualized Average Revenue per Company (unrounded) | (2) | $ | 3,897 |
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(1)Software & Data Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are non-GAAP measures. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section.
(2)See Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics for definitions of metrics. In 2025, metrics are presented on a segment-level basis.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, Software & Data segment revenue was $92.9 million. For the year ended December 31, 2024, Software & Data segment revenue was $89.2 million. The increase in revenue was driven by additional transaction volume of our Home Factors product and price increases of our title insurance software.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, Software & Data segment gross profit was $67.2 million. For the year ended December 31, 2024, Software & Data segment gross profit was $65.4 million. The gross profit improvement correlated with the increase in Software & Data segment revenue.
Software & Data Adjusted EBITDA was $18.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, which improved compared to prior year due to strong cost control, including a reduction in workforce, lower professional fees, and lower rent expense.
Software & Data Adjusted EBITDA Margin increased to 20% for the year ended December 31, 2025, reflecting improved operational efficiency. Adjusted EBITDA Margin growth was driven by a reduction in operating costs from strong cost control, including a reduction in workforce, lower professional fees, and lower rent expense.
CONSUMER SERVICES
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | Change | ||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 68,374 | $ | 69,137 | $ | (763) | ||||||
| Gross Profit | $ | 58,246 | $ | 54,382 | $ | 3,864 | ||||||
| Gross Margin | 85 | % | 79 | % | ||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA | (1) | $ | 4,792 | $ | 8,799 | $ | (4,007) | |||||
| Adjusted EBITDA Margin | (1) | 7 | % | 13 | % | |||||||
| Monetized Services (in thousands) | (2) | 220.2 | ||||||||||
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service (unrounded) | (2) | $ | 311 |
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(1)Consumer Services Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are non-GAAP measures. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section.
(2)See Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics for definitions of metrics. In 2025, metrics are presented on a segment-level basis.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, Consumer Services segment revenue was $68.4 million. For the year ended December 31, 2024, Consumer Services segment revenue was $69.1 million. The decrease in revenue was primarily driven by an increase in the average coverage period of our warranty products, resulting in revenue being recognized over a longer timeframe. The decrease in revenue was also driven by a strategic shift to lower-revenue services that yield higher profit in our moving businesses.
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Consumer Services gross profit was $58.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. For the year ended December 31, 2024, Consumer Services segment gross profit was $54.4 million. The increase in gross profit was primarily driven by a decrease in warranty claims and a shift to higher profit services in our moving businesses.
Consumer Services Adjusted EBITDA was $4.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, which decreased compared to prior year, and was primarily driven by an increase in direct mail marketing expense for new warranty products. This decrease was slightly offset but an increase in gross profit due to a decrease in the number of warranty claims and a shift to higher profit services in our moving businesses.
Consumer Services Adjusted EBITDA Margin decreased to 7% for the three months ended December 31, 2025, primarily driven by an increase in direct mail marketing expense for new warranty products, a decrease in monthly revenue related to longer coverage period of our warranty products and the shift to higher profit moving services.
CORPORATE
| Year Ended December 31, | |||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | Change | |||||||||
| Selling and marketing | $ | 1,578 | $ | 2,109 | $ | (531) | |||||
| Product and technology | 16,849 | 20,504 | $ | (3,655) | |||||||
| General and administrative | 54,442 | 56,964 | $ | (2,522) | |||||||
| Other | (26,041) | (27,282) | $ | 1,241 | |||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA Loss | $ | 46,828 | $ | 52,295 | $ | (5,467) |
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(1)Adjusted EBITDA Loss is a non-GAAP measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for definition.
Corporate expenses decreased for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to the prior year. The decrease was driven primarily by lower professional fees and reduced reliance on third-party consultants as well as strong cost control across the business. Our cost control measures included centralizing administrative functions and shifting hiring to target lower-cost locations.
Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics
In the management of these businesses, we identify, measure and evaluate various operating metrics. The key performance measures and operating metrics used in managing the businesses are discussed below. These key performance measures and operating metrics are not prepared in accordance with GAAP and may not be comparable to or calculated in the same way as other similarly titled measures and metrics used by other companies.
Insurance Services
Reciprocal Written Premium (“RWP”) — We define RWP as the total premium written by the Reciprocal for the face value of one year’s premium gross of cancellations, plus surplus contributions and policy fees, and before deductions for reinsurance in the period. RWP excludes the impact of cancellations and premiums ceded to reinsurers and includes surplus contributions and policy fees, and, therefore, should not be used as a substitute for revenue. We use RWP to manage the business because we believe it represents the business volume generated by associated customer acquisition activities and is reflective of the competitive market position when evaluated on a per written policy basis and is a key driver of both Porch and the Reciprocal’s growth and profit opportunities.
Reciprocal Policies Written — We define Reciprocal Policies Written as the number of new and renewal insurance policies written during the period by the Reciprocal Segment.
RWP per Policy Written — We define RWP per Policy Written as the RWP in the period, which is reflective of the total amount a policyholder is expected to pay, divided by the Reciprocal Policies Written in the period.
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Software & Data
Average Number of Companies — We define Average Number of Companies as the average number of companies during the period across all of our Software & Data segment. This only includes the number of companies in our Software & Data segment.
Annualized Average Revenue per Company — We define Annualized Average Revenue per Company as the revenue generated across the Software & Data segment in the period over the Average Number of Companies in the period, which is then annualized (for example, for a given quarter, multiplied by 4).
Consumer Services
Monetized Services — We define Monetized Services as the total number of services from which we generated revenue, including, but not limited to, new and renewing warranty policies, completed moving jobs, sold security, TV/Internet or other home projects, measured over the period. This only includes services from Consumer Services segment and does not include insurance policies sold.
Average Revenue per Monetized Service — We define Average Revenue per Monetized Service as total Consumer Services segment revenue generated in the period over the number of Monetized Services.
Change in Key Performance Indicator
Effective beginning with the quarter ended September 30, 2025, we updated the definition of an operational metric, RWP, to include surplus contributions to the Reciprocal and policy fees. Management believes the revised definition reflects the total amount the policyholder is expected to pay and provides better insight to management. The primary reason for the change was the then-anticipated launch of the Porch Insurance product, where policyholders will pay a 10% surplus contribution in addition to traditional premium and fees. The updated definition ensures RWP aligns the operating metric with the full economic payment expected from the policyholder. The change in calculation methodology and updated definition did not result in a significant or material difference to the reported figures as compared to the definition utilized in prior quarters.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
In our early years, we raised capital primarily through equity investments. As a publicly traded company, we have relied on convertible debt as our primary source of capital. As of December 31, 2025, and 2024, we had $475.1 million and $507.3 million, respectively, of aggregate principal amount outstanding in convertible notes and promissory notes.
Based on our current operating and growth plan, management believes cash and cash equivalents and liquid investments at December 31, 2025, are sufficient to finance our operations, planned capital expenditures, working capital requirements and debt service obligations for at least the next 12 months. As our operations evolve and continue our growth strategy, including through acquisitions, we may elect or need to obtain alternative sources of capital, and we may finance additional liquidity needs in the future through one or more equity or debt financings. We may not be able to obtain equity or additional debt financing in the future when needed or, if available, the terms may not be satisfactory to us or could be dilutive to its stockholders.
We may, at any time and from time to time, seek to retire or purchase our outstanding debt or equity through cash purchases and/or exchanges for equity or debt, in open-market purchases, privately negotiated transactions or otherwise. Such repurchases or exchanges, if any, will be upon such terms and at such prices as we may determine, and will depend on prevailing market conditions, liquidity requirements, contractual restrictions and other factors. The amounts involved may be material.
We incurred net losses historically, resulting in an accumulated deficit at December 31, 2025 and 2024, totaling $648.3 million and $754.9 million, respectively.
Porch Group, Inc., is a holding company that transacts a majority of its business through operating subsidiaries, including subsidiaries that are involved in providing reinsurance and management services for the Reciprocal, which is an insurance carrier. Consequently, our ability to pay dividends and expenses is largely dependent on dividends or other distributions from our subsidiaries. The insurance industry is highly regulated, and insurance businesses are restricted by statute as to the amount of dividends they may pay without the prior approval of regulatory authorities.
Since the date of our incorporation, we have not engaged in any off-balance sheet arrangements, as defined in the rules and regulations of the SEC.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources of Porch Shareholder Interest
The following table provides the components of cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and cash equivalents, and investments of Porch Shareholder Interest.
| December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash and cash equivalents of Porch Shareholder Interest | $ | 44,676 | $ | 46,526 | ||
| Short-term investments of Porch Shareholder Interest | 12,616 | 1,613 | ||||
| Long-term investments of Porch Shareholder Interest | 55,412 | 13,509 | ||||
| Unrestricted cash, cash equivalents, and investments of Porch Shareholder Interest | 112,704 | 61,648 | ||||
| Restricted cash and cash equivalents of Porch Shareholder Interest | 8,503 | 28,244 | ||||
| All cash, cash equivalents, investments, and restricted cash and cash equivalents of Porch Shareholder Interest | $ | 121,207 | $ | 89,892 |
2026 Convertible Senior Notes
In September 2021, we completed a private offering of $425.0 million aggregate principal amount of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due on September 15, 2026 (the “2026 Notes”). As of December 31, 2025, the outstanding principal was $7.8 million. The 2026 Notes are redeemable at our option after September 20, 2024. We may redeem for cash all or any portion of the 2026 Notes, at our option, on or after September 20, 2024, if the last reported sale price of the common stock has been at least 130% of the conversion price then in effect for at least 20 trading days (whether or not consecutive) during any 30 consecutive trading day period (including the last trading day of such period) ending on, and including, the trading day immediately preceding the date on which we provide a notice of redemption, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the 2026 Notes to be redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date. No sinking fund is provided for the 2026 Notes. The 2026 Notes are convertible at an initial conversion rate of 39.9956 shares of common stock per one thousand dollars principal amount of 2026 Notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of approximately $25.00 per share of common stock (the “2026 Note Conversion Rate”). The 2026 Note Conversion Rate is subject to customary adjustments for certain events as described in the indenture governing the 2026 Notes. We may settle the conversion option obligation with cash, shares of our common stock, or any combination of cash and shares of our common stock. Holders of the 2026 Notes may convert the 2026 Notes at their option (in whole or in part) on or after June 15, 2026, until the close of business on the second trading day immediately preceding the maturity date of September 15, 2026. In addition, holders of the 2026 Notes may convert the 2026 Notes at their option (in whole or in part) at any time prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding June 15, 2026, only under certain circumstances described in Note 9, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report.
2028 Convertible Senior Notes
In April 2023, we issued $333.3 million of 6.75% Senior Secured Convertible Notes due in 2028 in a private placement transaction (the “2028 Notes”). We used a portion of the net proceeds from these 2028 Notes to repurchase $200.0 million of the 2026 Notes and to fund the repayment of the term loan facility, in each case plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon and related fees and expenses. As of December 31, 2025, the outstanding principal was $333.3 million. The 2028 Notes are convertible into cash, shares of common stock, or a combination of cash and shares of common stock at our election at an initial conversion rate of 39.9956 shares of common stock per one thousand dollars principal amount of the 2028 Notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of approximately $25.00 per share.
The 2028 Notes will mature on October 1, 2028, unless earlier repurchased, redeemed or converted. Each note holder has the right to require us to repurchase for cash at 100% of par value, plus accrued and unpaid interest, all of such holder’s notes on each of September 15, 2027, and March 15, 2028; provided, however, that the aggregate principal amount repurchased on each such date by all holders shall not exceed the lesser of (1) $15.0 million and (ii) 5.0% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2028 Notes outstanding on such date.
Prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding July 1, 2028, the 2028 Notes will be convertible at the option of the holders only upon the satisfaction of certain conditions and during certain periods. Thereafter, until the
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close of business on the second scheduled trading day immediately preceding the maturity date, the 2028 Notes will be convertible at the option of the holders at any time regardless of these conditions.
2030 Convertible Senior Notes
In May 2025, we completed a series of privately negotiated refinancing transactions. As part of these transactions we exchanged $96.8 million aggregate principal amount of 2026 Notes for $83.0 million of newly issued 9.00% Convertible Senior Notes due in 2030 (“2030 Notes”) and issued an additional $51.0 million aggregate principal amount of 2030 Notes to the same investors that participated in the exchange, for a total aggregate principal amount of $134.0 million of 2030 Notes. As of December 31, 2025, the outstanding principal was $134.0 million. We used a portion of the net proceeds from these 2030 Notes to repurchase $47.5 million aggregate principal amount of 2026 Notes for $47.3 million in cash. The 2030 Notes are convertible in cash, shares of common stock, or a combination of cash and shares of common stock at our election at an initial conversion rate of 63.6333 shares of common stock per one thousand dollars principal amount of the 2030 Notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of $15.71 per share of common stock (the “2030 Note Conversion Rate”). The 2030 Note Conversion Rate is subject to customary adjustments for certain events as described in the indenture governing the 2030 Notes.
The 2030 Notes will mature on May 15, 2030, unless earlier repurchased, redeemed, or converted. Holders of the 2030 Notes may convert the 2030 Notes at their option (in whole or in part) on or after February 15, 2030, until the close of business on the second trading day immediately preceding the maturity date of May 15, 2030. In addition, holders of the 2030 Notes may convert the 2030 Notes at their option (in whole or in part) at any time prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding February 15, 2030, only under certain circumstances described in Note 9, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report.
Liquidity and Capital Resources of the Reciprocal (Consolidated VIE)
The following table provides the components of cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and cash equivalents, and investments of the Reciprocal.
| December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash and cash equivalents of the Reciprocal | $ | 115,373 | $ | 121,117 | ||
| Short-term investments of the Reciprocal | 7,664 | 22,485 | ||||
| Long-term investments of the Reciprocal | (1) | 172,978 | 145,144 | |||
| Unrestricted cash, cash equivalents, and investments of the Reciprocal | 296,015 | 288,746 | ||||
| Restricted cash and cash equivalents of the Reciprocal | (2) | 559 | 895 | |||
| All cash, cash equivalents, investments, and restricted cash and cash equivalents of the Reciprocal | $ | 296,574 | $ | 289,641 |
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(1)Excludes 18.3 million shares of common stock held by HOA as of December 31, 2024, and held by the Reciprocal as of December 31, 2025 (following the distribution of such shares to the Reciprocal in connection with the sale of HOA to the Reciprocal in the first quarter of 2025).
(2)See Note 1 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for a description of the nature of restrictions.
As of December 31, 2025, the Reciprocal had $155.1 million in total statutory surplus and $289.4 million in total statutory surplus combined with non-admitted assets. Insurance companies in the United States are required by state law to maintain a minimum level of policyholder’s surplus. Insurance regulators in the states in which the Reciprocal operates have a risk-based capital standard designed to identify property and casualty insurers, or reinsurers, that may be inadequately capitalized based on inherent risks of the insurer’s assets and liabilities and its mix of net written premium. Insurers falling below a calculated threshold may be subject to varying degrees of regulatory action. See Note 16 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for a description of our reinsurance programs.
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Cash Flow Information
The following table provides a summary of consolidated cash flow information for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||||
| Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | $ | 66,419 | $ | (31,682) | $ | 98,101 | (310) | % | ||||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (71,921) | (45,061) | (26,860) | 60 | % | |||||||||
| Net cash used in financing activities | (22,169) | (23,707) | 1,538 | (6) | % | |||||||||
| Change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents | $ | (27,671) | $ | (100,450) | $ | 72,779 | (72) | % |
Operating Cash Flows
Net cash provided by operating activities was $66.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. Net cash provided by operating activities was primarily driven by operating income and the collection in the current year of resinsurance receivables from the prior year.
Net cash used in operating activities was $31.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Net cash used in operating activities includes cash outflows to cover losses from severe weather during the year, timing of working capital disbursements, and interest on convertible debt. These outflows of cash were partially offset by positive cash flow from the non-recurring cash receipt of $25 million related to the Aon agreement (see Note 16 in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements).
Investing Cash Flows
Net cash used in investing activities was $71.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to purchases of investments of $148.3 million and investments to develop internal-use software of $13.9 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $89.6 million.
Net cash used in investing activities was $45.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to purchases of investments of $110.9 million and investments to develop internal-use software of $12.3 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $67.8 million.
Financing Cash Flows
Net cash used in financing activities was $22.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. Net cash used in financing activities is primarily related to $68.2 million of repurchases of 2026 Notes. We also incurred $2.2 million in debt issuance costs associated with the issuance of the 2030 Notes. These outflows were partially offset by $51.0 million in proceeds from the issuance of the 2030 Notes.
Net cash used in financing activities was $23.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Net cash used in financing activities is primarily related to the repurchase of the 2026 Notes of $23.4 million.
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Supplemental Cash Flow Information
The following table provides further detail of cash flows of Porch and cash flows of the Reciprocal Segment for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025.
| Consolidated | Reciprocal Segment | Eliminations | Porch Shareholder Interest (1) | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | $ | 66,419 | $ | 992 | $ | — | $ | 65,427 | |||||||
| Cash flows from investing activities: | |||||||||||||||
| Purchases of property and equipment and capitalized software development costs | (14,361) | (6) | — | (14,355) | |||||||||||
| Maturities, sales, (purchases) of investments, net | (58,777) | (7,066) | — | (51,711) | |||||||||||
| Proceeds from sale of business | 1,217 | — | — | 1,217 | |||||||||||
| Issuance of surplus note to Reciprocal | — | — | 46,813 | (46,813) | |||||||||||
| Sale of HOA to the Reciprocal | — | (46,813) | — | 46,813 | |||||||||||
| Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities | (71,921) | (53,885) | 46,813 | (64,849) | |||||||||||
| Cash flows from financing activities: | |||||||||||||||
| Proceeds from surplus note with Porch | — | 46,813 | (46,813) | — | |||||||||||
| Proceeds from debt issuance | 51,000 | — | — | 51,000 | |||||||||||
| Repayments of principal | (68,164) | — | — | (68,164) | |||||||||||
| Other financing activities | (5,005) | — | — | (5,005) | |||||||||||
| Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | (22,169) | 46,813 | (46,813) | (22,169) | |||||||||||
| Net change in cash and cash equivalents & restricted cash and cash equivalents | (27,671) | (6,080) | — | (21,591) | |||||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents & restricted cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period | 196,782 | 122,012 | — | 74,770 | |||||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents & restricted cash and cash equivalents, end of period | $ | 169,111 | $ | 115,932 | $ | — | $ | 53,179 | |||||||
| Supplemental disclosures | |||||||||||||||
| Cash received (paid) for interest on intercompany surplus notes | — | (9,181) | — | 9,181 |
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(1)Porch Shareholder Interest net cash provided by (used in) operating, investing, and financing activities are non-GAAP measures. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section. This table reconciles these non-GAAP measures to the nearest GAAP measures in the “Consolidated” column.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This Annual Report includes non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted EBITDA (Loss), Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin, Adjusted EBITDA % of RWP, Attritional Loss Ratio, and certain amounts related to Porch Shareholder Interest.
Our management uses these non-GAAP financial measures as supplemental measures of our operating and financial performance, for internal budgeting and forecasting purposes, to evaluate financial and strategic planning matters, and to establish certain performance goals for incentive programs. We believe that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with useful information to evaluate our operating and financial performance and trends and in comparing our financial results with competitors, other similar companies and companies across different industries, many of which present similar non-GAAP financial measures to investors. However, our definitions and methodology in calculating these non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to those used by other companies. In addition, we may modify the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures in the future, and any such modification may be material.
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You should not consider these non-GAAP financial measures in isolation, as a substitute to or superior to financial performance measures determined in accordance with GAAP. The principal limitation of these non-GAAP financial measures is that they exclude specified income and expenses, some of which may be significant or material, that are required by GAAP to be recorded in our consolidated financial statements. We may also incur future income or expenses similar to those excluded from these non-GAAP financial measures, and the presentation of these measures should not be construed as an inference that future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures reflect the exercise of management judgment about which income and expenses are included or excluded in determining these non-GAAP financial measures.
Adjusted EBITDA (Loss)
We define Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) as net income (loss) adjusted for net income (loss) attributable to the Reciprocal; interest expense; income taxes; depreciation and amortization; gain or loss on extinguishment of debt; other expense; other income; impairments of intangible assets and goodwill; gain or loss on reinsurance contract; impairments of property, equipment, and software; stock-based compensation expense; mark-to-market gains or losses recognized on changes in the value of contingent consideration arrangements, unexercised warrants, and derivatives; restructuring and other costs; acquisition and other transaction costs; and non-cash bonus expense. Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin is defined as Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) divided by revenue. Adjusted EBITDA % of RWP is defined as Insurance Services Adjusted EBITDA divided by RWP.
The following table reconciles Net income (loss) to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) and Net income (loss) as a percentage of Porch Shareholder Interest Revenue to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin.
| Year Ended December 31, | |||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | ||||||||||
| Amount | Margin | Amount | Margin | ||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | 15,318 | 4% | $ | (32,829) | (10)% | |||||
| Net loss (income) attributable to the Reciprocal | (18,679) | (4)% | — | —% | |||||||
| Interest expense | 51,476 | 12% | 42,536 | 14% | |||||||
| Income tax provision | 366 | —% | 2,117 | 1% | |||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 20,617 | 5% | 25,522 | 8% | |||||||
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | (395) | —% | (27,436) | (9)% | |||||||
| Other income, net | (7,483) | (2)% | (23,208) | (7)% | |||||||
| Loss (gain) on reinsurance contract | — | —% | (1,324) | —% | |||||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 28,952 | 7% | 27,181 | 9% | |||||||
| Mark-to-market gains | (15,666) | (4)% | (10,002) | (3)% | |||||||
| Restructuring and other costs | 1,761 | —% | 4,185 | 1% | |||||||
| Acquisition and other transaction costs | 337 | —% | 429 | —% | |||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | 76,604 | 18% | $ | 7,171 | 2% | |||||
| Porch Shareholder Interest Revenue | $ | 418,891 | 100% | $ | 313,275 | 100% |
Our segment operating and financial performance measures are Gross Profit and Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) for the Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services segments. Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is defined as Gross Profit less the following expenses associated with each segment: selling and marketing, product and technology, and general and administrative. Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) also excludes non-cash items or items that management does not consider reflective of ongoing core operations, such as depreciation, amortization, and stock-based compensation expense. Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin for each segment is defined as Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) for the segment divided by the segment’s revenue. Adjusted EBITDA % of RWP is defined as Insurance Services Adjusted EBITDA divided by RWP.
We believe that presenting Adjusted EBITDA % of RWP provides useful information to investors by illustrating the profitability and operating efficiency of the Insurance Services segment relative to insurance premium volume. Because the Insurance Services segment earns economics primarily through fees, commissions, and ceding arrangements rather than
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underwriting risk, management uses this measure to facilitate evaluation of unit economics, scalability, and comparability across periods.
The following table reconciles Gross Profit to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss), Gross Margin to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin, and Gross Profit as a percentage of RWP to Adjusted EBITDA % of RWP for the Insurance Services segment.
| Year Ended December 31, | |||||||||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | ||||||||||||||||
| INSURANCE SERVICES | Amount | Margin | As a % of RWP | Amount | Margin | ||||||||||||
| Gross Profit | $ | 227,582 | 85% | 47% | $ | 80,010 | 51% | ||||||||||
| Selling and marketing | (123,831) | (46)% | (26)% | (52,571) | (33)% | ||||||||||||
| Product and technology | (10,354) | (4)% | (2)% | (221) | —% | ||||||||||||
| General and administrative | (19,936) | (7)% | (4)% | (6,827) | (4)% | ||||||||||||
| Provision for doubtful accounts | (200) | —% | —% | — | —% | ||||||||||||
| Other income (expense) | 21,343 | 8% | 4% | 14,968 | 10% | ||||||||||||
| Add: Reconciling items: | |||||||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 367 | —% | —% | 3,943 | 3% | ||||||||||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 4,443 | 2% | 1% | 1,199 | 1% | ||||||||||||
| Recoveries of Losses on Reinsurance Contracts | — | —% | —% | (8,811) | (6)% | ||||||||||||
| Other gains and losses | 324 | —% | —% | 122 | —% | ||||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | 99,738 | 37 | % | 21 | % | $ | 31,812 | 20 | % | |||||||
| Revenue | $ | 266,726 | 100 | % | $ | 157,073 | 100 | % | |||||||||
| Reciprocal Written Premium | $ | 480,900 | 100 | % |
The following table reconciles Gross Profit to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) and Gross Margin to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin for the Software & Data segment.
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||||||||
| SOFTWARE & DATA | Amount | Margin | Amount | Margin | ||||||||||
| Gross Profit | $ | 67,220 | 72% | $ | 65,419 | 73% | ||||||||
| Selling and marketing | (37,015) | (40)% | (40,147) | (45)% | ||||||||||
| Product and technology | (18,545) | (20)% | (16,662) | (19)% | ||||||||||
| General and administrative | (8,741) | (9)% | (13,111) | (15)% | ||||||||||
| Provision for doubtful accounts | (1,380) | (1)% | (1,189) | (1)% | ||||||||||
| Other income (expense) | 32 | —% | 14,948 | 17% | ||||||||||
| Add: Reconciling items: | ||||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 14,592 | 16% | 15,498 | 17% | ||||||||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 2,406 | 3% | 4,272 | 5% | ||||||||||
| Interest expense | 3 | —% | (19) | —% | ||||||||||
| Mark-to-market gains (losses) | — | —% | 909 | 1% | ||||||||||
| Other gains and losses | 330 | —% | (14,144) | (16)% | ||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | 18,902 | 20 | % | $ | 15,774 | 18 | % | ||||||
| Revenue | $ | 92,935 | 100 | % | $ | 89,167 | 100 | % |
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The following tables reconcile Gross Profit to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) and Gross Margin to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin for the Consumer Services segment.
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||||||||
| CONSUMER SERVICES | Amount | Margin | Amount | Margin | ||||||||||
| Gross Profit | $ | 58,246 | 85% | $ | 54,382 | 79% | ||||||||
| Selling and marketing | (41,936) | (61)% | (33,896) | (49)% | ||||||||||
| Product and technology | (4,582) | (7)% | (4,265) | (6)% | ||||||||||
| General and administrative | (9,698) | (14)% | (8,541) | (12)% | ||||||||||
| Provision for doubtful accounts | (2,543) | (4)% | (520) | (1)% | ||||||||||
| Other income (expense) | 418 | 1% | 305 | —% | ||||||||||
| Add: Reconciling items: | ||||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 3,422 | 5% | 3,803 | 6% | ||||||||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 1,735 | 3% | 1,993 | 3% | ||||||||||
| Interest expense | 9 | —% | (19) | —% | ||||||||||
| Mark-to-market gains (losses) | (44) | —% | (4,350) | (6)% | ||||||||||
| Other gains and losses | (235) | —% | (93) | —% | ||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | 4,792 | 7 | % | $ | 8,799 | 13 | % | ||||||
| Revenue | $ | 68,374 | 100 | % | $ | 69,137 | 100 | % |
The impact of corporate expenses on Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is also a non-GAAP financial measure. Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the nearest GAAP measure are included in the Consolidated Results of Operations section.
Attritional Loss Ratio
The Attritional Loss Ratio is calculated by deducting the Gross Loss Ratio related to catastrophic weather events from total Gross Loss Ratio. Catastrophic weather events include, without limitation, hurricanes, tornados, earthquakes, hailstorms, wildfires, high winds, and winter storms. We believe the Attritional Loss Ratio is useful to investors and use this financial measure to reveal trends in the Reciprocal’s Gross Loss Ratio that may be obscured by catastrophe losses as such events cannot be accurately predicted and may cause the Reciprocal’s Gross Loss Ratio to vary significantly between periods as a result of their incidence of occurrence and magnitude. The Reciprocal has adopted the industry-wide catastrophe classifications of storms and other events published by Insurance Services Office, Inc. (“ISO”) to track and report losses related to catastrophes. ISO classifies an event as a catastrophe when the event causes $25 million or more in direct losses. The following table reconciles Gross Loss Ratio to Attritional Loss Ratio.
| Year Ended December 31, | |||||
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| 2025 | 2024 | ||||
| Gross Loss Ratio | 27 | % | 65 | % | |
| Less: Impact of losses due to catastrophic weather | (10) | % | (43) | % | |
| Attritional Loss Ratio | 17 | % | 22 | % |
Porch Shareholder Interest
Certain amounts related to Porch Shareholder Interest are non-GAAP financial measures. We define Porch Shareholder Interest as the Insurance Services, Software & Data, and Consumer Services segments, together with corporate expenses.
The operating results of these segments comprise “Net loss attributable to Porch” in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss). Reconciliations of the following non-GAAP financial measures to the nearest GAAP measure are included in the Consolidated Results sections:
•Porch Shareholder Interest Adjusted EBITDA (Loss)
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•Porch Shareholder Interest Cost of Revenue
•Porch Shareholder Interest Depreciation and Amortization
•Porch Shareholder Interest General and Administrative
•Porch Shareholder Interest Gross Margin
•Porch Shareholder Interest Gross Profit
•Porch Shareholder Interest Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes
•Porch Shareholder Interest Income Tax Benefit (Provision)
•Porch Shareholder Interest Interest Expense
•Porch Shareholder Interest Mark-to-Market Losses (Gains)
•Porch Shareholder Interest Operating Income (Loss)
•Porch Shareholder Interest Other Expense (Income)
•Porch Shareholder Interest Other Gains and Losses
•Porch Shareholder Interest Product and Technology
•Porch Shareholder Interest Provision for Doubtful Accounts
•Porch Shareholder Interest Revenue
•Porch Shareholder Interest Selling and Marketing
•Porch Shareholder Interest Stock-based Compensation Expense
Reconciliations of the following non-GAAP financial measures to the nearest GAAP measure are included in the Liquidity and Capital Resources section:
•Porch Shareholder Interest net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
•Porch Shareholder Interest net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
•Porch Shareholder Interest net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
In addition to debt service payments, our principal commitments consist of obligations under leases for office space. For more information regarding our lease obligations, see Note 15, Leases, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report. In addition, we have a substantial level of debt. For more information regarding our debt service obligations, see Note 9, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. We also have certain non-cancellable purchase commitments primarily for data purchases. As of December 31, 2025, our other contractual commitments associated with agreements that are enforceable and legally binding and that specify all significant terms were payments of $5.6 million due in the next 12 months and $9.3 million due thereafter. For more information regarding our purchase commitments, see Note 19, Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. We expect to fund these obligations with cash flows from operations and cash on our balance sheet.
We have made and expect to continue to make additional investments in our infrastructure to scale our operations and increase productivity. We plan to enhance the consumer experience, our app and digital platform and integration of data platform across Porch, to invest in development of additional modules across all vertical software businesses and to enhance our corporate systems.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report, for more information about recent accounting pronouncements, the timing of their adoption, and our assessment, to the extent we have made one, of their potential impact on our financial condition and our results of operations.
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MD&A history
Prior-year 10-K MD&A spans are extracted from SEC filings with the same bounded parser used for the latest filing. The latest 10-K appears above; prior years are below.
FY 2024 10-K MD&A
SEC filing source: 0001784535-25-000011.
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Business Overview
Porch Group, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries, (“Porch Group,” “Porch,” the “Company,” “we,” “our,” “us”) is a new kind of homeowners insurance company. We differentiate and look to win in the massive and growing homeowners insurance opportunity by 1) advantaged underwriting utilizing unique property data, 2) being the best partner for homebuyers, and 3) providing more home protection.
As a leader in the home software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) space, we’ve built deep relationships with approximately 29 thousand companies that are key to the home-buying transaction, such as home inspectors, title companies, and mortgage companies.
These relationships provide us with early insights to United States (“U.S.”) homebuyers. In partnership with these companies, we have the ability to help simplify the move for consumers with services such as insurance, warranty, moving and more.
We have unique insights into the majority of U.S. properties. This helps us better understand risk and create competitive differentiation in underwriting and pricing.
We aim to be the best homeowners insurance partner for homebuyers by helping with more than just insurance. We provide moving services and offer a full moving concierge through the Porch app. We help make moving easier and assist with other important services such as security, TV/Internet, and more.
We provide more protection for the home by including a variety of home warranty products alongside homeowners insurance. We are able to fill gaps in protection for consumers, minimize surprises, and deepen our relationships and value proposition.
In 2024, we had two reportable and operating segments: Insurance and Vertical Software.
Insurance — Our Insurance segment provides consumers with insurance and warranty products to protect their homes, earning revenue through premiums collected on policies, policy fees and commissions. The Insurance segment includes Homeowners of America (“HOA”), a wholly owned insurance carrier, other insurance-related legal entities, Porch Warranty, and other warranty brands.
Vertical Software — Our Vertical Software segment provides software and services to customers, including but are not limited to inspection, mortgage, title, roofing, and contractor companies on a subscription and transactional basis. These accounted for 60% of total Vertical Software segment revenue in 2024. Additionally, the Vertical Software segment provides move and post-move services, which accounted for 40% of total Vertical Software segment revenue in 2024. The Vertical Software segment operates as several key businesses, offering products including inspection software and services, title insurance software, mortgage software, moving services, mover and homeowner marketing, and measurement software for roofers.
See “Item 1. Business,” Strategic Growth Pillars, for more information about changes to our business in 2025.
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes include the accounts of Porch Group, Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiaries and were prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”). All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.
Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics
In the management of these businesses, we identify, measure and evaluate various operating metrics. The key performance measures and operating metrics used in managing the businesses are discussed below. These key performance measures and operating metrics are not prepared in accordance with GAAP and may not be comparable to or calculated in the same way as other similarly titled measures and metrics used by other companies.
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The following table summarizes operating metrics for each of the periods indicated.
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| 2024 | 2023 | % Change | |||||||||
| Gross Written Premium (in millions) | (1) | $ | 452 | $ | 525 | (14) | % | ||||
| Policies in Force (in thousands) | 206 | 310 | (34) | % | |||||||
| Annualized Revenue per Policy (unrounded) | $ | 1,541 | $ | 984 | 57 | % | |||||
| Annualized Premium per Policy (unrounded) | $ | 2,470 | $ | 1,884 | 31 | % | |||||
| Premium Retention Rate | 105 | % | 96 | % | |||||||
| Gross Loss Ratio | 65 | % | 69 | % | |||||||
| Attritional Loss Ratio | (2) | 22 | % | 34 | % | ||||||
| Gross Combined Ratio | 79 | % | 88 | % | |||||||
| Average Companies in Quarter (unrounded) | (3) | 28,604 | 30,476 | (6) | % | ||||||
| Average Monthly Revenue per Account in Quarter (unrounded) | (3) | $ | 1,275 | $ | 1,184 | 8 | % | ||||
| Monetized Services (unrounded) | 935,736 | 903,455 | 4 | % | |||||||
| Average Quarterly Revenue per Monetized Service (unrounded) | (3) | $ | 396 | $ | 404 | (2) | % |
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(1)Gross Written Premium included our insurance agency, Elite Insurance Group (“EIG”), which was sold in January 2024.
(2)Attritional loss is considered a non-GAAP financial measure. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures section for a description and reconciliation to the comparable GAAP financial measure.
(3)Amounts for periods that include more than one quarter are calculated as the average of the quarters within the period.
Gross Written Premium — We define Gross Written Premium as the total premium written by our licensed insurance carrier(s) (before deductions for reinsurance); premiums from our home warranty offerings (for the face value of one year’s premium); and premiums of policies placed with third-party insurance companies for which we earn a commission.
Policies in Force — We define Policies in Force as the number of in-force policies at the end of the period for the Insurance segment, including policies and warranties written by us and policies and warranties written by third parties for which we earn a commission.
Annualized Revenue per Policy — We define Annualized Revenue per Policy as quarterly revenue for the Insurance segment, divided by the number of Policies in Force in the Insurance segment, multiplied by four.
Annualized Premium per Policy — We define Annualized Premium per Policy as the total direct earned premium for HOA, our insurance carrier, divided by the number of active insurance policies at the end of the period, multiplied by four.
Premium Retention Rate — We define Premium Retention Rate as the ratio of our insurance carrier’s renewed premiums over the last four quarters to base premiums, which is the sum of the preceding year’s premiums that either renewed or expired.
Gross Loss Ratio — We define Gross Loss Ratio as our insurance carrier’s gross losses divided by the gross earned premium for the respective period on an accident year basis.
Attritional Loss Ratio — We define Attritional Loss Ratio as Gross Loss Ratio excluding the losses due to catastrophic weather. Catastrophic weather events include, without limitation, hurricanes, tornados, earthquakes, hailstorms, wildfires, high winds, and winter storms.
Gross Combined Ratio — We define Gross Combined Ratio as being the sum of the loss ratio including loss adjustment expense and expense ratio. This is on a statutory basis for our insurance carrier.
Average Companies in Quarter — We define Average Companies in Quarter as the straight-line average of the number of companies as of the end of period compared with the beginning of period across all of our home services verticals that (i) generate recurring revenue and (ii) generated revenue in the quarter. For new acquisitions, the number of companies is determined in the initial quarter based on the percentage of the quarter the acquired business is a part of Porch.
Average Monthly Revenue per Account in Quarter — We view our ability to increase revenue generated from existing customers as a key component of our growth strategy. Average Monthly Revenue per Account in Quarter is defined as the average revenue per month generated across all home services company customer accounts in a quarterly period. Average Monthly Revenue per Account in Quarter is derived from all customers and total revenue.
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Monetized Services — We connect consumers with home services companies nationwide and offer a full range of products and services where homeowners can, among other things: (1) compare and buy home insurance policies (along with auto, flood and umbrella policies) and warranties with competitive rates and coverage; (2) arrange for a variety of services in connection with their move, from labor to load or unload a truck to full-service, long-distance moving services; (3) discover and install home automation and security systems; (4) compare internet and television options for their new home; (5) book small handyman jobs at fixed, upfront prices with guaranteed quality; and (6) compare bids from home improvement professionals who can complete bigger jobs. We track the number of monetized services performed through our platform each quarter and the revenue generated per service performed in order to measure market penetration with homebuyers and homeowners and our ability to deliver high-revenue services within those groups. Monetized Services is defined as the total number of services from which we generated revenue, including, but not limited to, new and renewing insurance and warranty customers, completed moving jobs, security installations, TV/Internet installations or other home projects, measured over the period.
Average Quarterly Revenue per Monetized Service — We believe that shifting the mix of services delivered to homebuyers and homeowners toward higher revenue services is an important component of our growth strategy. Average Quarterly Revenue per Monetized Service is the average revenue generated per monetized service performed in a quarterly period. When calculating Average Quarterly Revenue per Monetized Service, average revenue is defined as total quarterly service transaction revenues generated from monetized services.
Recent Developments
Reciprocal Exchange
On July 29, 2024, we filed a new and updated application to form and license a Texas reciprocal exchange with the Texas Department of Insurance (“TDI”). Our application was approved by the TDI on October 25, 2024. On January 1, 2025, we completed the formation of Porch Insurance Reciprocal Exchange (“PIRE”). In connection with the formation, we completed the sale of our homeowners insurance carrier, Homeowners of America (“HOA”), to PIRE for a purchase price equal to HOA’s estimated surplus at December 31, 2024, of approximately $105 million, less $58 million of principal and unpaid interest under a surplus note issued by HOA to Porch in 2023. The purchase price was financed by a surplus note issued by PIRE to Porch, bringing the total surplus notes held by Porch to approximately $106 million. Following the sale, HOA became a wholly owned subsidiary of PIRE. Porch will manage and operate PIRE, providing services related, but not limited, to underwriting, policy renewal, risk management, insurance portfolio management, financial management, and setting investment guidelines. In addition, Porch will maintain PIRE’s books and records and be responsible for its accounting and financial reporting. In exchange for these services, Porch will receive commissions and fees. PIRE will pay all claims and claims adjustment expenses, reinsurance costs, agency commissions, and taxes and license fees.
Debt Repurchase
During 2024, we repurchased $51.2 million aggregate principal amount of our 2026 Notes in a series of private and open market transactions. We paid $23.2 million cash, or an average of 45.3% of par value, plus accrued interest. We recognized a $27.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt, calculated as the difference between the reacquisition price and the net carrying amount of the portion of the 2026 Notes that was extinguished. These repurchases reduced the outstanding principal on the 2026 Notes from $225.0 million as of December 31, 2023 to $173.8 million as of December 31, 2024.
Sale of Business
On January 31, 2024, we sold our insurance agency, Elite Insurance Group (“EIG”). The sale price was $12.2 million of which we have received $10.9 million in cash and recorded a receivable of $1.2 million as of December 31, 2024. We recorded a loss of $5.3 million in other income, net, in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss.
Weather Impact
Late in the first quarter of 2024, a Texas hailstorm resulted in approximately $16.0 million of gross losses. During the second quarter of 2024, a large hurricane-like windstorm affected Houston with straight-line and long-lived winds up to 100 miles per hour. This event resulted in approximately $19.5 million of gross losses. In July 2024, Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Texas as a category 1 hurricane and impacted the Houston area, resulting in approximately $50.5 million of gross losses. In September 2024, Hurricane Helene resulted in approximately $5.8 million of gross losses.
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Recoveries of Losses on Terminated Reinsurance Contract
During 2023, HOA discovered that Vesttoo Ltd (“Vesttoo”), which arranged capital for one of our reinsurance contracts, faced allegations of fraudulent activity in connection with collateral it provided to HOA and certain other third parties, which allegations have since been confirmed. We have communicated and met with regulators and other key stakeholders regarding the evolving situation. This reinsurance agreement provided partial quota share coverage as well as up to approximately $175.0 million in a catastrophic event.
As a result of its findings, and in accordance with the terms of the reinsurance agreement, HOA terminated the associated contract on August 4, 2023, with an effective date of July 1, 2023. Had the contract not been terminated, the contract would have expired on December 31, 2023, and HOA would have been contracted to pay approximately $20.0 million in additional premium payments during July through December 2023. Following the effective date of the termination, HOA seized available liquid collateral in the amount of approximately $47.6 million from a reinsurance trust, of which HOA was the beneficiary, and recognized a charge of $36.0 million in provision for doubtful accounts in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss. In 2023, the Company purchased all rights from HOA for potential claims related to the fraud connected to Vesttoo and others. Subsequently, we were appointed to the statutory committee of unsecured creditors in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy of Vesttoo. We are pursuing all available legal claims and remedies to enforce our rights under the $300.0 million letter of credit required by the reinsurance agreement, and seeking recovery of all losses and damages incurred as a result of terminating the reinsurance agreement due to fraud committed by third parties.
On January 19, 2024, we entered into a five-year business collaboration agreement with Aon Corp. and Aon Re, Inc. (“Aon”), resulting in payments to us of approximately $25 million in January 2024 and additional cash payments through the end of the contract term. Of the cash payments that we have or will receive through the end of the contract term, $8.7 million is non-refundable and immediately recognized in other income, net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss. A portion of the remaining amount is potentially refundable to Aon if we breach the agreement, including if we directly or indirectly place reinsurance with brokers unaffiliated with Aon, subject to customary cure rights. The remaining amount will be recognized in other income, net, over the term of the agreement. As part of this agreement, Aon and Porch also signed a mutual release of claims arising from the Vesttoo fraud. Porch has not released any claims against non-Aon parties related to these matters and intends to vigorously pursue recovery. In addition to this arrangement, we have also received cash recoveries from other parties in the amount of $3.0 million during the year ended December 31, 2024.
Porch Common Shares Issued to HOA
During 2024, we completed contributions totaling 18.3 million newly issued shares of our common stock to HOA. These contributions supported the transition of Porch’s insurance underwriting business to a reciprocal exchange and helped to bolster HOA’s balance sheet strength and rating after the Texas May 2024 weather impacted surplus. In addition, the contribution increased HOA’s long-term surplus position, which better positions HOA for any future third party surplus note capital raise, and is expected to support premium growth in 2025 and beyond. Should Porch’s share price increase going forward, this would increase HOA’s surplus net of regulatory and statutory limitations, thereby supporting higher premium levels. While this increases HOA’s surplus, there is no impact to the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Critical Accounting Estimates
Our significant accounting policies, including the assumptions and judgment underlying them, are disclosed in Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report. As disclosed in Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, the preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates and assumptions, and those differences could be material to the consolidated financial statements. We believe that the following discussion addresses our most critical accounting estimates, which are those that are most important to the portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations and require management’s most difficult, subjective, and complex judgments.
Revenue Recognition
Our non-insurance performance obligations primarily include move-related transactions and post-move transactions such as delivery of homeowner leads and performance of home project services and providing access to our software platforms. The transaction price is determined based on the amount to which we expect to be entitled in exchange for providing the promised services to the customer. The transaction price in the contract is allocated to each distinct performance obligation
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on a relative standalone selling price basis. In certain transactions, the transaction price is considered variable, and we record an estimate of the constrained transaction price. Changes in variable consideration may result in an increase or a decrease to revenue.
Contract payment terms vary from due upon receipt to net 30 days. Collectability is assessed based on a number of factors including collection history and creditworthiness of the customer. If collectability of substantially all consideration to which we are entitled under the contract is determined to be not probable, revenue is not recorded until collectability becomes probable at a later date.
Fair Value Measurements
Fair value is an exit price representing the expected amount that an entity would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction with market participants at the measurement date. Fair value principles prioritize valuation inputs across three broad levels. An asset or liability’s classification within the various levels is determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
Business Combinations
We have engaged in mergers and acquisitions in the past and intend to continue to make acquisitions a part of our long-term strategy. We account for business acquisitions using the acquisition method of accounting and record any identifiable intangible assets separate from goodwill. Intangible assets are recorded at fair value based on estimates as of the date of acquisition. Goodwill is recorded as the residual amount of the purchase price consideration less the fair value assigned to the individual identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the date of acquisition. The accounting estimates associated with acquisitions are complex due to judgments and assumptions involved in determining (1) the total consideration paid because we have used cash, equity, and earnouts and (2) the value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. We allocate the purchase price of the acquisition to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on estimates of the fair value at the dates of the acquisitions. Contingent consideration, which represents an obligation to make additional payments or equity interests to the former owner(s) as part of the purchase price if specified future events occur or conditions are met, is accounted for at the acquisition date fair value either as a liability or as equity depending on the terms of the acquisition agreement.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
We review long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amounts of the assets may not be fully recoverable. Events that trigger a test for recoverability include a significant decrease in the market price for a long-lived asset, significant negative industry or economic trends, an accumulation of costs significantly in excess of the amount originally expected for the acquisition, a current-period operating or cash flow loss combined with a history of operating or cash flow losses or a projection or forecast that demonstrates continuing losses associated with the use of a long-lived asset, or a sustained decrease in share price. When a triggering event occurs, a test for recoverability is performed, comparing projected undiscounted future cash flows to the carrying value of the asset group. If the test for recoverability identifies a possible impairment, the asset group’s fair value is measured relying primarily on an income approach. An impairment charge is recognized for the amount by which the carrying value of the asset group exceeds its estimated fair value. Management identifies the asset group that includes the potentially impaired long-lived asset, at the lowest level at which there are separate, identifiable cash flows. We evaluate corporate assets or other long-lived assets that are not asset group-specific at the consolidated level.
We estimate the fair value of an asset group using the income approach. Such fair value measurements are based predominately on Level 3 inputs. Inherent in our development of cash flow projections are assumptions and estimates derived from a review of our operating results, business plan forecasts, expected growth rates, and cost of capital, similar to those a market participant would use to assess fair value. We also make certain assumptions about future economic conditions and other data. Many of these factors used in assessing fair value are outside the control of management and these assumptions and estimates may change in future periods.
Impairment of Goodwill
We test goodwill for impairment annually or more frequently when events or changes in circumstances indicate the fair value of a reporting unit may be less than its carrying amount. We have the option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. Factors that indicate the fair value of a reporting unit may be less than its carrying amount include industry and market considerations such as a deterioration in the economic environment or a decline in market-dependent multiples or metrics, overall financial performance such as negative or declining cash flows or a decline in actual or planned revenue or earnings, increased cost factors that have a negative effect on earnings and cash flows, or a sustained decrease in share
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price. The process for evaluating potential impairment of goodwill is highly subjective and requires significant judgment. If factors indicate that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, we perform a quantitative assessment and the fair value of the reporting unit is estimated. If the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, an impairment loss is recorded to the extent that fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. We have selected October 1 as the date to perform our annual impairment test.
Determining the fair value of a reporting unit is judgmental in nature and involves the use of significant estimates and assumptions to evaluate the impact of operating and macroeconomic changes on each reporting unit. The fair value of each reporting unit was estimated using a combination of income and market valuation approaches using publicly traded company multiples in similar businesses. Such fair value measurements are based predominately on Level 3 inputs. This analysis requires significant judgments, including estimation of future cash flows, which is dependent on internally developed forecasts, estimation of the long-term rate of growth for our business, estimation of the useful life over which cash flows will occur, and determination of our weighted average cost of capital, which is risk-adjusted to reflect the specific risk profile of the reporting unit being tested.
Losses and Loss Adjustment Expenses Reserves
The liability for losses and loss adjustment expenses (“LAE”) is an estimate of the amounts required to cover known incurred losses and LAE and is developed through the review and assessment of loss reports, along with the analysis of known claims. These reserves include management’s estimate of the amounts for losses incurred but not reported (“IBNR”). IBNR is reviewed regularly using a variety of actuarial techniques. We update the reserve estimates as historical loss experience develops, additional claims are reported and/or settled and new information becomes available. Any changes in estimates are reflected in operating results in the period in which the estimates are changed. Although management believes that the balance of these reserves is adequate, such liabilities are necessarily dependent on estimates, the ultimate expense may be more or less than the amounts presented. The approach and methods for developing these estimates and for recording the resulting liability are continually reviewed. Any adjustments to this reserve are recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss. Losses and LAE, less related reinsurance is charged to expense as incurred.
Results of Operations
Key Factors Affecting Operating Results
The following key factors affected our operating results.
•Gross loss ratio of 65%, an improvement from 69% in the prior year, driven by strong attritional loss ratio performance of 22%, an improvement from 34% in the prior year.
•We repurchased $51.2 million of our 2026 Notes, at an average par value of 45.3%, for $23.2 million during the year ended December 31, 2024.
•We continued our cost savings initiatives by hiring highly qualified individuals to replace external contracting services.
•Effective April 1, 2024, we entered into a new simplified quota share reinsurance program and renewed all necessary excess of loss reinsurance contracts.
•We had cash recoveries on terminated reinsurance contracts of approximately $28 million in the year ended December 31, 2024.
•Continue to roll out further product enhancements in our Vertical Software businesses as we increase pricing while maintaining high customer retention.
•ISN, Porch’s largest inspection brand, implemented price increases, following more than 20 feature enhancements.
•We are now approved in 19 states to use Home Factors to improve risk accuracy in pricing policies for our customers. This means we can charge a lower price for policies which are low-risk and more accurately price higher risk policies.
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Consolidated Results of Operations
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||||
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| 2024 | 2023 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||||
| (dollar amounts in thousands) | ||||||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 437,848 | $ | 430,302 | $ | 7,546 | 2 | % | ||||||
| Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||||
| Cost of revenue | 225,627 | 220,243 | 5,384 | 2 | % | |||||||||
| Selling and marketing | 122,873 | 144,307 | (21,434) | (15) | % | |||||||||
| Product and technology | 55,274 | 58,502 | (3,228) | (6) | % | |||||||||
| General and administrative | 98,406 | 103,192 | (4,786) | (5) | % | |||||||||
| Provision for doubtful accounts | 239 | 37,180 | (36,941) | (99) | % | |||||||||
| Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill | — | 57,232 | (57,232) | (100) | % | |||||||||
| Total operating expenses | 502,419 | 620,656 | (118,237) | (19) | % | |||||||||
| Operating loss | (64,571) | (190,354) | 125,783 | (66) | % | |||||||||
| Other income (expense): | ||||||||||||||
| Interest expense | (42,536) | (31,828) | (10,708) | 34 | % | |||||||||
| Change in fair value of earnout liability | — | 44 | (44) | (100) | % | |||||||||
| Change in fair value of private warrant liability | 691 | (444) | 1,135 | (256) | % | |||||||||
| Change in fair value of derivatives | 5,869 | (4,261) | 10,130 | (238) | % | |||||||||
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | 27,436 | 81,354 | (53,918) | (66) | % | |||||||||
| Investment income and realized gains and losses, net of investment expenses | 13,697 | 8,285 | 5,412 | 65 | % | |||||||||
| Other income, net | 28,702 | 3,893 | 24,809 | 637 | % | |||||||||
| Total other income | 33,859 | 57,043 | (23,184) | (41) | % | |||||||||
| Loss before income taxes | (30,712) | (133,311) | 102,599 | (77) | % | |||||||||
| Income tax provision | (2,117) | (622) | (1,495) | 240 | % | |||||||||
| Net loss | $ | (32,829) | $ | (133,933) | $ | 101,104 | (75) | % |
Revenue
The overall 2% increase in revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, when compared with the year ended December 31, 2023, was primarily driven by a 4%, or $13.0 million, increase in our Insurance segment as a result of increases in premium per policy. Insurance revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was impacted by the Vesttoo matter when insurance revenue increased by about $55 million as a result of the cancellation of the Vesttoo-related reinsurance coverage. Revenue from our Vertical Software segment decreased by a 4%, or $4.5 million, primarily driven by moving services which shifted to higher profit but lower revenue services and the shutdown of our corporate relocation business.
Selling and marketing
The 15% decrease in selling and marketing expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024, when compared with the year ended December 31, 2023, is primarily related to a decrease in the Insurance segment’s variable policy acquisition and marketing expenses due to a decrease in commission rates, the sale of the EIG business in the current year as described in Note 12 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, and a decrease in Vertical Software segment costs consistent with the decrease in revenue in that segment. As a percentage of revenue, selling and marketing expenses represented 28% of revenue in the current year compared to 34% of revenue in the prior year.
Provision for doubtful accounts
In 2023, we charged to provision for doubtful accounts approximately $36.0 million of reinsurance balance due from a reinsurer as described in Note 14, Reinsurance, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report. During 2024, we experienced improvement in loss reserves related to Vesttoo of $1.3 million. We had no significant charges to the provision for doubtful accounts during 2024.
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Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill
In 2023, we recorded a goodwill impairment charge of $55.2 million in our Insurance segment and a $2.0 million impairment charge on intangible assets in our Vertical Software segment. These impairments followed a sustained decrease in stock price, increased costs due to inflationary pressures, hardening of the reinsurance markets, volatile weather, and a deterioration of the macroeconomic environment in the housing and real estate and insurance industries. There were no impairment losses on intangible assets and goodwill during the year ended December 31, 2024.
Interest expense
Interest expense increased by $10.7 million, or 34%, from $31.8 million for the same period in 2023. The increase is primarily due to interest at a higher weighted average rate on a higher aggregate debt balance after issuance of the 2028 Notes in April 2023. The following table details the components of interest expense, on the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss:
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||
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| 2024 | 2023 | |||||
| Contractual interest expense | $ | 24,047 | $ | 18,242 | ||
| Amortization of debt issuance costs and discount | 19,094 | 12,952 | ||||
| Capitalized Interest and Other | (605) | 634 | ||||
| Total interest expense | $ | 42,536 | $ | 31,828 |
Change in fair value of derivatives
The derivative liability decreased by $5.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to an increase of $4.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The value is driven by various factors, including the fair value of the underlying debt and the assumptions regarding timing of possible repurchase events. See Note 4 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Gain on extinguishment of debt
For the year ended December 31, 2024, we recognized an $27.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt related to the partial repurchases of the 2026 Notes. See Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. In connection with the partial repurchase of the 2026 Notes in the year ended December 31, 2023, we recognized an $81.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt. See Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Investment income and realized gains and losses, net of investment expenses
Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses increased by $5.4 million from $8.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, to $13.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Total investments balance as of December 31, 2024, was $182.8 million compared to $139.2 million as of December 31, 2023. A higher investment balance was the primary reason for the increase in investment income.
Other income, net
Other income, net, increased by $24.8 million from $3.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, to $28.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. The increase is due to recoveries of losses on reinsurance contract of $15.7 million and gain on settlement of contingent consideration of $14.9 million. These are offset by loss on sale of EIG business of $5.3 million. See Note 12 in the unaudited Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for detail of other income, net, for each period presented.
Refer to “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the SEC on March 15, 2024, for the comparison of the results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
Segment Results of Operations
We operate our business as two reportable segments that are also our operating segments: Vertical Software and Insurance. For additional information about our segments, see Note 18, Segment Information, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report.
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Segment Revenue
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| Software and service subscriptions | $ | 71,944 | $ | 67,697 | $ | 4,247 | 6 | % | ||||||
| Move-related transactions | 31,892 | 40,350 | (8,458) | (21) | % | |||||||||
| Post-move transactions | 16,771 | 17,069 | (298) | (2) | % | |||||||||
| Total Vertical Software segment revenue | 120,607 | 125,116 | (4,509) | (4) | % | |||||||||
| Insurance segment | ||||||||||||||
| Insurance and warranty premiums, commissions and policy fees | 318,190 | 305,186 | 13,004 | 4 | % | |||||||||
| Total Insurance segment revenue | 318,190 | 305,186 | 13,004 | 4 | % | |||||||||
| Intersegment revenue (1) | (949) | — | (949) | N/A | ||||||||||
| Total revenue | $ | 437,848 | $ | 430,302 | $ | 7,546 | 2 | % |
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(1)Intersegment revenue relates to sales of software and service subscriptions from the Vertical Software segment to the Insurance segment.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, Vertical Software segment revenue was $120.6 million or 28% of total revenue for the same period. For the year ended December 31, 2023, Vertical Software segment revenue was $125.1 million or 29% of total revenue for the same period. The decrease in Vertical Software segment revenue was primarily driven by moving services which shifted to higher profit but lower revenue services and the shutdown of our corporate relocation business, within the move-related transactions, and was partially offset by price increases in our SaaS businesses, within software and service subscription.
Insurance segment revenue was $318.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, and represented 73% of total revenue for the same period. For the year ended December 31, 2023, Insurance segment revenue was $305.2 million or 71% of total revenue for the same period. The increase was mainly driven by increases in Annualized Premium per Policy of 31%. This was partially offset by a reduction in policies in force during the year and the impact of the Vesttoo matter in the last half of 2023 when insurance revenue increased by about $55 million as a result of the cancellation of the Vesttoo-related reinsurance coverage. As of December 31, 2024, we had 206 thousand Policies in Force, a 34% decrease compared to 310 thousand Policies in Force as of December 31, 2023. The decrease in the number of Policies in Force predominantly resulted from the sale of EIG in January 2024 and non-renewals of policies that are expected to be unprofitable.
Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss)
Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is defined as revenue less the following expenses associated with each segment: cost of revenue, selling and marketing, product and technology, general and administrative expenses, and provision for doubtful accounts. Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) also excludes non-cash items or items that management does not consider reflective of ongoing core operations. See Note 18, Segment Information, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for reconciliations to GAAP consolidated financial information for the periods presented.
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| 2024 | 2023 | |||||
| Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss): | ||||||
| Vertical Software | $ | 16,030 | $ | 4,307 | ||
| Insurance | 43,436 | 12,320 | ||||
| Subtotal | 59,466 | 16,627 | ||||
| Corporate and other | (52,295) | (61,141) | ||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | 7,171 | $ | (44,514) |
Our Insurance segment had a Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) of $43.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $12.3 million in the same period last year. The improvement from the prior year was due to lower attritional
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losses, as a result of improved underwriting, and our insurance profitability actions, including premium per policy increases of 31% increasing deductibles, non-renewal of higher risk policies, and introducing coverage exclusions for select risks. The improvements were partially offset by the effects of severe weather events. See Note 14 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for tabular presentation of premiums and net losses.
Our Vertical Software segment’s Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) was $16.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, which improved compared to prior year due to pricing increases and strong cost control, including a reduction in workforce and stronger emphasis on our more profitable services in our moving business.
Corporate expenses were $52.3 million in the year ended December 31, 2024, a $8.8 million decrease from the prior year primarily due to successful cost reduction efforts related to professional fees. Corporate expenses decreased to 12% of total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, from 14% in 2023.
Refer to “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the SEC on March 15, 2024, for the comparison of the results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This Annual Report includes non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted EBITDA (Loss), Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) as a percent of revenue, and Attritional Loss Ratio.
Our management uses these non-GAAP financial measures as supplemental measures of our operating and financial performance, for internal budgeting and forecasting purposes, to evaluate financial and strategic planning matters, and to establish certain performance goals for incentive programs. We believe that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with useful information to evaluate our operating and financial performance and trends and in comparing our financial results with competitors, other similar companies and companies across different industries, many of which present similar non-GAAP financial measures to investors. However, our definitions and methodology in calculating these non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to those used by other companies. In addition, we may modify the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures in the future, and any such modification may be material.
You should not consider these non-GAAP financial measures in isolation, as a substitute to or superior to financial performance measures determined in accordance with GAAP. The principal limitation of these non-GAAP financial measures is that they exclude specified income and expenses, some of which may be significant or material, that are required by GAAP to be recorded in our consolidated financial statements. We may also incur future income or expenses similar to those excluded from these non-GAAP financial measures, and the presentation of these measures should not be construed as an inference that future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures reflect the exercise of management judgment about which income and expense are included or excluded in determining these non-GAAP financial measures.
Adjusted EBITDA
We define Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) as net income (loss) adjusted for interest expense; income taxes; depreciation and amortization; gain or loss on extinguishment of debt; other expense (income), net; impairments of intangible assets and goodwill; loss on reinsurance contract; impairments of property, equipment, and software; stock-based compensation expense; mark-to-market gains or losses recognized on changes in the value of contingent consideration arrangements, earnouts, warrants, and derivatives; restructuring costs; acquisition and other transaction costs; and non-cash bonus expense. Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin is defined as Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) divided by total revenue.
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The following table reconciles net loss to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) for the periods presented (dollar amounts in thousands).
| Year Ended December 31, | |||||
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| 2024 | 2023 | ||||
| Net loss | $ | (32,829) | $ | (133,933) | |
| Interest expense | 42,536 | 31,828 | |||
| Income tax provision | 2,117 | 622 | |||
| Depreciation and amortization | 25,522 | 24,415 | |||
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | (27,436) | (81,354) | |||
| Other income, net (1) | (23,208) | (3,893) | |||
| Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill | — | 57,232 | |||
| Loss (gain) on reinsurance contract (2) | (1,324) | 36,042 | |||
| Impairment loss on property, equipment, and software | — | 254 | |||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 27,181 | 20,709 | |||
| Mark-to-market gains | (10,002) | (1,003) | |||
| Restructuring costs (3) | 4,185 | 4,015 | |||
| Acquisition and other transaction costs | 429 | 552 | |||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | 7,171 | $ | (44,514) | |
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) Margin | 2 | % | (10) | % |
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(1)Difference from Other Income, net in Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss is primarily due to a portion of the income resulting from the Aon business collaboration agreement, disclosed in Note 14, that is not a non-GAAP adjustment.
(2)See Note 14, Reinsurance, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report.
(3)Primarily consists of costs related to forming a reciprocal exchange.
Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $7.2 million, a $51.7 million improvement from Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) of $(44.5) million for the same period in 2023. The improvement in Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) in 2024 is primarily driven by insurance profitability actions, including price increases implemented over the last year, as well as cost reductions across the business. These improvements were partially offset by the effects of severe weather events and the decline of the corporate relocation business in our Vertical Software segment.
Attritional Loss Ratio
The Attritional Loss Ratio is calculated by deducting the Gross Loss Ratio related to catastrophic weather events from total Gross Loss Ratio. Catastrophic weather events include, without limitation, hurricanes, tornados, earthquakes, hailstorms, wildfires, high winds, and winter storms. We believe the Attritional Loss Ratio is useful to investors and use this financial measure to reveal trends in our Gross Loss Ratio that may be obscured by catastrophe losses as such events cannot be accurately predicted and may cause our Gross Loss Ratio to vary significantly between periods as a result of their incidence of occurrence and magnitude. We have adopted the industry-wide catastrophe classifications of storms and other events published by Insurance Services Office, Inc. (“ISO”) to track and report losses related to catastrophes. ISO classifies an event as a catastrophe when the event causes $25 million or more in direct losses. The following table reconciles Gross Loss Ratio to Attritional Loss Ratio.
| Year Ended December 31, | |||||
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| 2024 | 2023 | ||||
| Gross Loss Ratio | 65 | % | 69 | % | |
| Less: Impact of losses due to catastrophic weather | (43) | % | (35) | % | |
| Attritional Loss Ratio | 22 | % | 34 | % |
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
In our early years, we raised capital primarily through equity investments. As a publicly traded company, we have relied on convertible debt as our primary source of capital. As of December 31, 2024, and 2023, we had $507.3 million and $558.7 million, respectively, of aggregate principal amount outstanding in convertible notes, promissory notes, line of credit, term loan facility, and advance funding arrangement.
2026 Convertible Senior Notes
In September 2021, we completed a private offering of $425.0 million aggregate principal amount of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due on September 15, 2026 (the “2026 Notes”). As of December 31, 2024, outstanding principal was $173.8 million. The 2026 Notes are redeemable at our option after September 20, 2024. We may redeem for cash all or any portion of the 2026 Notes, at our option, on or after September 20, 2024, if the last reported sale price of the common stock has been at least 130% of the conversion price then in effect for at least 20 trading days (whether or not consecutive) during any 30 consecutive trading day period (including the last trading day of such period) ending on, and including, the trading day immediately preceding the date on which we provide a notice of redemption, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the 2026 Notes to be redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date. No sinking fund is provided for the 2026 Notes. The 2026 Notes are convertible at an initial conversion rate of 39.9956 shares of common stock per one thousand dollars principal amount of 2026 Notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of approximately $25.00 per share of common stock (the “Conversion Rate”). The Conversion Rate is subject to customary adjustments for certain events as described in the indenture governing the 2026 Notes. We may settle the conversion option obligation with cash, shares of our common stock, or any combination of cash and shares of our common stock. Holders of the 2026 Notes may convert the 2026 Notes at their option (in whole or in part) on or after June 15, 2026, until the close of business on the second trading day immediately preceding the maturity date of September 15, 2026. In addition, holders of the 2026 Notes may convert the 2026 Notes at their option (in whole or in part) at any time prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding June 15, 2026, only under certain circumstances described in Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report.
2028 Convertible Senior Notes
In April 2023, we issued $333.3 million of 6.75% Senior Secured Convertible Notes due in 2028 in a private placement transaction (the “2028 Notes”). We used a portion of the net proceeds from these 2028 Notes to repurchase $200.0 million of the 2026 Notes and to fund the repayment of the term loan facility, in each case plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon and related fees and expenses. In connection with the partial repurchase of the 2026 Notes, we recognized an $81.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt, calculated as the difference between the reacquisition price and the net carrying amount of the portion of the 2026 Notes that was extinguished. The 2028 Notes are convertible into cash, shares of common stock, or a combination of cash and shares of common stock at our election at an initial conversion rate of 39.9956 shares of common stock per one thousand dollars principal amount of the 2028 Notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of approximately $25.00 per share.
The 2028 Notes will mature on October 1, 2028, unless earlier repurchased, redeemed or converted. Prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding July 1, 2028, the 2028 Notes will be convertible at the option of the holders only upon the satisfaction of certain conditions and during certain periods. Thereafter, until the close of business on the second scheduled trading day immediately preceding the maturity date, the 2028 Notes will be convertible at the option of the holders at any time regardless of these conditions. Additionally, if more than $30.0 million aggregate principal amount of 2026 Notes remain outstanding on June 14, 2026, the holders of the 2028 Notes have the right to require us to repurchase for cash on June 15, 2026, all or any portion of the 2028 Notes, in principal amounts of $1,000 or an integral multiple thereof, at a repurchase price equal to 106.5% of the principal amount of the 2028 Notes to be repurchased, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the repurchase date.
Advance Funding Arrangement
During 2023 and 2022, we participated in an advance funding arrangement with third-party financers that provide us with contract premiums upfront for certain home warranty contracts. We remained obligated to repay these premiums to the third-party financer if a customer cancelled its warranty contract prior to full repayment of the advance funding amount received by us. In the first quarter of 2024, our obligation was completely satisfied with the third-party financers, and we had an outstanding balance of $0 as of December 31, 2024.
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Cash and Cash Equivalents
As of December 31, 2024, we had cash and cash equivalents of $167.6 million and $29.1 million of restricted cash and cash equivalents. The following table provides the components of restricted cash and cash equivalents on the Consolidated Balance Sheets:
| December 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |||||
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| Held as collateral by captive reinsurer for benefit of HOA (1) | $ | 20,608 | $ | 28,341 | ||
| Pledged to state departments of insurance (2) | 895 | 1,340 | ||||
| Held for payment of possible warranty claims (3) | 6,636 | 7,273 | ||||
| Other | 1,000 | 1,860 | ||||
| Restricted cash and cash equivalents | $ | 29,139 | $ | 38,814 |
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(1)Held by our captive reinsurance business as collateral for the benefit of Homeowners of America (“HOA”).
(2)Pledged to the Department of Insurance in certain states as a condition of our Certificate of Authority for the purpose of meeting obligations to policyholders and creditors.
(3)Required under regulatory guidelines in 23 states and 19 states as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
Operations and Other Resources
We have incurred losses since our inception, and we have an accumulated deficit at December 31, 2024 and 2023, totaling $754.9 million and $722.1 million, respectively.
Based on our current operating and growth plan, management believes cash and cash equivalents at December 31, 2024, are sufficient to finance our operations, planned capital expenditures, working capital requirements and debt service obligations for at least the next 12 months. As our operations evolve and continue our growth strategy, including through acquisitions, we may elect or need to obtain alternative sources of capital, and we may finance additional liquidity needs in the future through one or more equity or debt financings. We may not be able to obtain equity or additional debt financing in the future when needed or, if available, the terms may not be satisfactory to us or could be dilutive to its stockholders.
Porch Group, Inc. is a holding company that transacts a majority of its business through operating subsidiaries, including insurance subsidiaries. Consequently, our ability to pay dividends and expenses is largely dependent on dividends or other distributions from our subsidiaries. Our insurance company subsidiaries are highly regulated and are restricted by statute as to the amount of dividends they may pay without the prior approval of their respective regulatory authorities. As of December 31, 2024, HOA held cash and cash equivalents of $112.5 million and investments of $167.6 million.
Insurance companies in the United States are also required by state law to maintain a minimum level of policyholder’s surplus. Insurance regulators in the states in which we operate have a risk-based capital standard designed to identify property and casualty insurers that may be inadequately capitalized based on inherent risks of the insurer’s assets and liabilities and its mix of net written premium. Insurers falling below a calculated threshold may be subject to varying degrees of regulatory action. See Note 14 in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report.
We may, at any time and from time to time, seek to retire or purchase our outstanding debt or equity through cash purchases and/or exchanges for equity or debt, in open-market purchases, privately negotiated transactions or otherwise. Such repurchases or exchanges, if any, will be upon such terms and at such prices as we may determine, and will depend on prevailing market conditions, liquidity requirements, contractual restrictions and other factors. The amounts involved may be material.
Since the date of our incorporation, we have not engaged in any off-balance sheet arrangements, as defined in the rules and regulations of the SEC.
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The following table provides a summary of cash flow data for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
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| 2024 | 2023 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||||
| Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | $ | (31,682) | $ | 33,929 | $ | (65,611) | (193) | % | ||||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (45,061) | (56,253) | 11,192 | (20) | % | |||||||||
| Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | (23,707) | 90,951 | (114,658) | (126) | % | |||||||||
| Change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents | $ | (100,450) | $ | 68,627 | $ | (169,077) | (246) | % |
Operating Cash Flows
Net cash used in operating activities was $31.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Net cash used in operating activities includes cash outflows to cover losses from severe weather during the year, timing of working capital disbursements, and interest on convertible debt. These outflows of cash were partially offset by positive cash flow from the non-recurring cash receipt of $25 million related to the Aon agreement (see Note 14 in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements).
Net cash provided by operating activities was $33.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Net changes in working capital provided $88.9 million, primarily due to decreases in insurance-related receivables. Reinsurance balance due decreased as a result of shifting coverage from third-parties to our own captive reinsurer whose financial information is included in the Consolidated Financial Statements. The change in reinsurance balance due included cash proceeds in the amount of approximately $47.6 million liquid collateral received from a reinsurance trust.
Investing Cash Flows
Net cash used in investing activities was $45.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to purchases of investments of $110.9 million and investments to develop internal use software of $12.3 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $67.8 million.
Net cash used in investing activities was $56.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to purchases of investments of $91.0 million and investments to develop internal use software of $9.2 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $46.8 million.
Financing Cash Flows
Net cash used in financing activities was $23.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Net cash used in financing activities is primarily related to the repurchase of the 2026 Notes of $23.4 million.
Net cash provided by financing activities was $91.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Net cash provided by financing activities is primarily related to net proceeds from from issuance of the 2028 Notes debt issuance, net of fees, of $116.7 million. This was partially offset by repayment of the principal balance on the term loan facility and advance funding arrangement of $10.2 million and $4.1 million, respectively, and repurchase of stock of $5.6 million.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
In addition to debt service payments, our principal commitments consist of obligations under leases for office space. For more information regarding our lease obligations, see Note 13, Leases, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report. In addition, we have a substantial level of debt. For more information regarding our debt service obligations, see Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. We also have certain non-cancellable purchase commitments primarily for data purchases. As of December 31, 2024, our other contractual commitments associated with agreements that are enforceable and legally binding and that specify all significant terms were payments of $10.4 million due in the next 12 months and $3.8 million due thereafter. For more information regarding our purchase commitments, see Note 17, Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. We expect to fund these obligations with cash flows from operations and cash on our balance sheet.
We have made and expect to continue to make additional investments in our infrastructure to scale our operations and increase productivity. We plan to enhance the consumer experience, our app and digital platform and integration of data platform across Porch, to invest in development of additional modules across all vertical software businesses and to enhance our corporate systems.
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Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report, for more information about recent accounting pronouncements, the timing of their adoption, and our assessment, to the extent we have made one, of their potential impact on our financial condition and our results of operations.
FY 2023 10-K MD&A
SEC filing source: 0001784535-24-000019.
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Business Overview
Porch Group, Inc., together with its consolidated subsidiaries, (“Porch Group,” “Porch,” the “Company,” “we,” “our,” “us”) is a leading vertical software and insurance platform and is positioned to be the best partner to help homebuyers move, maintain, and fully protect their homes. We offer differentiated products and services, with homeowners insurance at the center of this relationship.
We differentiate and look to win in the massive and growing homeowners insurance opportunity by 1) providing the best services for homebuyers, 2) led by advantaged underwriting in insurance, 3) to protect the whole home.
As a leader in the home services software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) space, we’ve built deep relationships with approximately 30 thousand companies that are key to the home-buying transaction, such as home inspectors, mortgage companies, and title companies.
We have grown the utilization our software products across these industries; for example, more than 40% of home inspections in 2023 and approximately 40% of title transactions in 2023 are processed through our software. These relationships provide us with early insights to a majority of United States (“U.S.”) homebuyers. In partnership with these companies, we have the ability to help simplify the move for consumers with services such as insurance, warranty, moving and more.
Through our vertical software products we have unique insights into the majority of U.S. properties. This data helps feed our insurance underwriting models, better understand risk, and create competitive differentiation in underwriting.
We provide full protection for the home by including a variety of home warranty products alongside homeowners insurance. We are able to fill the gaps of protection for consumers, minimize surprises, and deepen our relationships and value proposition.
We have two reportable segments: the Vertical Software segment and the Insurance segment.
Vertical Software — The Vertical Software segment provides software and services to inspection, mortgage, and title companies on a subscription and transactional basis, which was 54% of total vertical software revenue in 2023, and move and post-move services, which was 46% of total vertical software revenue in 2023. The Vertical Software segment operates as several key businesses, including inspection software and services, title insurance software, mortgage software, moving services, mover and homeowner marketing, and measurement software for roofers.
Insurance — Our Insurance segment provides consumers with insurance and warranty products to protect their homes, earning revenue through premiums collected on policies, policy fees and commissions. The Insurance segment includes Homeowners of America (“HOA”), a wholly owned insurance carrier, Porticus Reinsurance (“Porticus RE”), our Cayman Islands captive reinsurer, and Porch Warranty, among other warranty brands.
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes include the accounts of Porch Group, Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiaries and were prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”). All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.
Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics
In the management of these businesses, we identify, measure and evaluate various operating metrics. The key performance measures and operating metrics used in managing the businesses are discussed below. These key performance measures and operating metrics are not prepared in accordance with GAAP and may not be comparable to or calculated in the same way as other similarly titled measures and metrics used by other companies.
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The following table summarizes operating metrics for each of the quarterly periods indicated.
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| Gross Written Premium (in millions) | $ | 525 | $ | 536 | (2) | % | |||||
| Policies in Force (in thousands) | 310 | 389 | (20) | % | |||||||
| Annualized Revenue per Policy (unrounded) | $ | 984 | $ | 872 | 13 | % | |||||
| Annualized Premium per Policy (unrounded) | $ | 1,884 | $ | 1,215 | 55 | % | |||||
| Premium Retention Rate | 96 | % | 107 | % | |||||||
| Gross Loss Ratio | 69 | % | 72 | % | |||||||
| Average Companies in Quarter (unrounded) | (1) | 30,476 | 29,032 | 5 | % | ||||||
| Average Monthly Revenue per Account in Quarter (unrounded) | (1) | $ | 1,184 | $ | 794 | 49 | % | ||||
| Monetized Services (unrounded) | 903,455 | 1,128,223 | (20) | % | |||||||
| Average Quarterly Revenue per Monetized Service (unrounded) | (1) | $ | 404 | $ | 184 | 119 | % |
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(1)Amounts for periods that include more than one quarter are calculated as the average of the quarters within the period.
Gross Written Premium — We define Gross Written Premium as the total premium written by our licensed insurance carrier(s) (before deductions for reinsurance); premiums from our home warranty offerings (for the face value of one year’s premium); and premiums of policies placed with third-party insurance companies for which we earn a commission.
Policies in Force — We define Policies in Force as the number of in-force policies at the end of the period for the Insurance segment, including policies and warranties written by us and policies and warranties written by third parties for which we earn a commission.
Annualized Revenue per Policy — We define Annualized Revenue per Policy as quarterly revenue for the Insurance segment, divided by the number of Policies in Force in the Insurance segment, multiplied by four.
Annualized Premium per Policy — We define Annualized Premium per Policy as the total direct earned premium for HOA, our insurance carrier, divided by the number of active insurance policies at the end of the period, multiplied by four.
Premium Retention Rate — We define Premium Retention Rate as the ratio of our insurance carrier’s renewed premiums over the last four quarters to base premiums, which is the sum of the preceding year’s premiums that either renewed or expired.
Gross Loss Ratio — We define Gross Loss Ratio as our insurance carrier’s gross losses divided by the gross earned premium for the respective period on an accident year basis.
Average Companies in Quarter — We define Average Companies in Quarter as the straight-line average of the number of companies as of the end of period compared with the beginning of period across all of our home services verticals that (i) generate recurring revenue and (ii) generated revenue in the quarter. For new acquisitions, the number of companies is determined in the initial quarter based on the percentage of the quarter the acquired business is a part of Porch.
Average Monthly Revenue per Account in Quarter — We view our ability to increase revenue generated from existing customers as a key component of our growth strategy. Average Monthly Revenue per Account in Quarter is defined as the average revenue per month generated across all home services company customer accounts in a quarterly period. Average Monthly Revenue per Account in Quarter is derived from all customers and total revenue.
Monetized Services — We connect consumers with home services companies nationwide and offer a full range of products and services where homeowners can, among other things: (1) compare and buy home insurance policies (along with auto, flood and umbrella policies) and warranties with competitive rates and coverage; (2) arrange for a variety of services in connection with their move, from labor to load or unload a truck to full-service, long-distance moving services; (3) discover and install home automation and security systems; (4) compare internet and television options for their new home; (5) book small handyman jobs at fixed, upfront prices with guaranteed quality; and (6) compare bids from home improvement professionals who can complete bigger jobs. We track the number of monetized services performed through our platform each quarter and the revenue generated per service performed in order to measure market penetration with homebuyers and homeowners and our ability to deliver high-revenue services within those groups. Monetized Services is defined as the total number of services from which we generated revenue, including, but not limited to, new and renewing
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insurance and warranty customers, completed moving jobs, security installations, TV/Internet installations or other home projects, measured over the period.
Average Quarterly Revenue per Monetized Service — We believe that shifting the mix of services delivered to homebuyers and homeowners toward higher revenue services is an important component of our growth strategy. Average Quarterly Revenue per Monetized Service is the average revenue generated per monetized service performed in a quarterly period. When calculating Average Quarterly Revenue per Monetized Service, average revenue is defined as total quarterly service transaction revenues generated from monetized services.
Recent Developments
Convertible Notes Financing
In April 2023, we issued $333.3 million of 6.75% Senior Secured Convertible Notes due in 2028 (the “2028 Notes”) in a private placement transaction. We used a portion of the net proceeds from the 2028 Notes to repurchase $200.0 million of the 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due on September 15, 2026 (the “2026 Notes”) and to fund the repayment of a term loan facility.
In February 2024, we repurchased $8.0 million aggregate principal amount of the 2026 Notes in a private transaction. We paid $3.0 million cash, or 37.5% of par, in the repurchase transaction. This transaction reduced the outstanding principal on the 2026 Notes from $225.0 million to $217.0 million.
Share Repurchases
In October 2022, our board of directors approved a share repurchase program authorizing management to repurchase up to $15.0 million in our common stock and/or convertible notes. Repurchases under this program were permitted from time to time on the open market between November 10, 2022, and June 30, 2023, at prevailing market prices, in privately negotiated transactions, in block trades, and/or through other permissible means.
During the first quarter of 2023, we repurchased and canceled 1.4 million shares with a total cost of $3.1 million (including commissions). The cost paid to repurchase shares in excess of the par value is charged to accumulated deficit in the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
The repurchase of $200.0 million of the 2026 Notes as described in Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report was done under separate authorization and was not part of the $15.0 million share repurchase program.
Reciprocal Exchange
In 2023, we filed an application to form and license a Texas reciprocal exchange (the “Reciprocal”) with the Texas Department of Insurance (“TDI”). If approved by the TDI, our insurance underwriting business will be conducted through the Reciprocal. A Porch subsidiary would serve as the operator (or “attorney-in-fact”) for the Reciprocal. In that role it would perform underwriting, claims, and management services for the Reciprocal and receive a management fee calculated as a percentage of its premiums. Porch subsidiaries would act as general agents for the Reciprocal and HOA and would receive fees and commissions. There can be no assurance that the Reciprocal will receive regulatory approval, and if obtained, that the approval would be based on terms as proposed or subject to additional requirements that may not be acceptable to us. If the application is approved, we intend to launch Porch Insurance, a new brand and product to be offered by the Reciprocal, including unique benefits for consumers such as a free 90-day warranty and proprietary discounts to customers within the Porch ecosystem.
In the third quarter of 2023, after allegations of fraudulent activity by others in the industry (see “Terminated Reinsurance Contract” section below), HOA was placed under supervision by the TDI following the release of HOA’s statutory accounts which reflected a charge for balances deemed uncollectible as a result of the fraud allegations. Subsequently, HOA’s rating agency, Demotech, withdrew its financial stability rating. We have worked closely with the TDI to restore HOA’s surplus to an appropriate level following HOA’s placement under TDI supervision and made a $57 million cash investment into HOA to increase surplus in exchange for a $49 million surplus note, with interest and principal payments, and the purchase of all rights from HOA for potential claims related to the fraud connected to Vesttoo and others. In addition, HOA submitted a formal operational plan to the TDI for its review and has worked closely with both the TDI and Demotech to resolve their concerns to exit supervision and regain its financial stability rating. On November 2, 2023, the TDI released HOA from regulatory supervision and on November 8, 2023 Demotech reinstated HOA’s A rating. The TDI is satisfied with HOA’s capital surplus, financials, and operating plan following Porch Group’s $57 million cash investment into HOA. The rating withdrawal did not have a material impact on our financial performance.
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Weather Events
The second and third quarters of 2023 saw extreme weather events, including wind, thunderstorms, and hail. Extreme weather in Texas this year resulted in record levels of industry-wide claims. These extreme weather events compared to historic trends negatively impacted our operating results in the second quarter within the Insurance segment by approximately $26.0 million, net of third-party reinsurance.
Terminated Reinsurance Contract
During 2023, HOA discovered that Vesttoo Ltd (“Vesttoo”), which arranged capital for one of our reinsurance contracts, faced allegations of fraudulent activity in connection with collateral it provided to HOA and certain other third parties, which allegations have since been confirmed. We have communicated and met with regulators and other key stakeholders regarding the evolving situation. This reinsurance agreement provided partial quota share coverage as well as up to approximately $175.0 million in a catastrophic event.
As a result of its findings, and in accordance with the terms of the reinsurance agreement, HOA terminated the associated contract on August 4, 2023, with an effective date of July 1, 2023. Had the contract not been terminated, the contract would have expired on December 31, 2023, and HOA would have been contracted to pay approximately $20.0 million in additional premium payments during July through December 2023. Following the effective date of the termination, HOA seized available liquid collateral in the amount of approximately $47.6 million from a reinsurance trust, of which HOA was the beneficiary, and recognized a charge of $36.0 million in provision for doubtful accounts in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss. In addition, HOA is evaluating and intends to pursue all available legal claims and remedies to enforce its rights under the letter of credit required by the reinsurance agreement in the amount of $300.0 million as additional collateral. We are also seeking recovery of all losses and damages incurred as a result of terminating the reinsurance agreement due to allegations of fraudulent activity by third parties.
HOA has secured supplemental reinsurance coverage in the amount of approximately $146.3 million as of December 31, 2023, replacing nearly all of the reinsurance coverage for certain catastrophic weather events that was in place under the terminated reinsurance contract. So far in 2024, we have purchased an additional $30 million of aggregate severe convection storm coverage, which includes hail.
In January 2024, we signed a strategic business collaboration agreement with Aon Corp. and Aon Re, Inc. (“Aon”) to provide a variety of services to our businesses, resulting in payments by Aon to us of approximately $25 million upfront and additional cash payments over the following four years. Contemporaneously with this agreement, the parties also signed a release of claims arising from the Vesttoo fraud. We have not released any claims against non-Aon parties related to these matters and intend to vigorously pursue recovery.
Critical Accounting Estimates
Our significant accounting policies, including the assumptions and judgment underlying them, are disclosed in Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report. As disclosed in Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, the preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates and assumptions, and those differences could be material to the consolidated financial statements. We believe that the following discussion addresses our most critical accounting estimates, which are those that are most important to the portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations and require management’s most difficult, subjective, and complex judgments.
Revenue Recognition
Our non-insurance performance obligations primarily include move-related transactions and post-move transactions such as delivery of homeowner leads and performance of home project services and providing access to our software platforms. The transaction price is determined based on the amount to which we expect to be entitled in exchange for providing the promised services to the customer. The transaction price in the contract is allocated to each distinct performance obligation on a relative standalone selling price basis. In certain transactions, the transaction price is considered variable, and we record an estimate of the constrained transaction price. Changes in variable consideration may result in an increase or a decrease to revenue.
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Contract payment terms vary from due upon receipt to net 30 days. Collectability is assessed based on a number of factors including collection history and creditworthiness of the customer. If collectability of substantially all consideration to which we are entitled under the contract is determined to be not probable, revenue is not recorded until collectability becomes probable at a later date.
Fair Value Measurements
Fair value is an exit price representing the expected amount that an entity would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction with market participants at the measurement date. Fair value principles prioritize valuation inputs across three broad levels. An asset or liability’s classification within the various levels is determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
Business Combinations
We have engaged in mergers and acquisitions in the past and intend to continue to make acquisitions a part of our long-term strategy. We account for business acquisitions using the acquisition method of accounting and record any identifiable intangible assets separate from goodwill. Intangible assets are recorded at their fair value based on estimates as of the date of acquisition. Goodwill is recorded as the residual amount of the purchase price consideration less the fair value assigned to the individual identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the date of acquisition. The accounting estimates associated with acquisitions are complex due to judgments and assumptions involved in determining (1) the total consideration paid because we have used cash, equity, and earnouts and (2) the value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. We allocate the purchase price of the acquisition to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on estimates of the fair value at the dates of the acquisitions. Contingent consideration, which represents our obligation to make additional payments or equity interests to the former owner as part of the purchase price if specified future events occur or conditions are met, is accounted for at the acquisition date fair value either as a liability or as equity depending on the terms of the acquisition agreement.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
We test our long-lived asset groups when changes in circumstances indicate their carrying value may not be recoverable. Events that trigger a test for recoverability include a significant decrease in the market price for a long-lived asset, significant negative industry or economic trends, an accumulation of costs significantly in excess of the amount originally expected for the acquisition or construction of a long-lived asset, a current-period operating or cash flow loss combined with a history of operating or cash flow losses or a projection or forecast that demonstrates continuing losses associated with the use of a long-lived asset or a sustained decrease in share price. When a triggering event occurs, a test for recoverability is performed, comparing projected undiscounted future cash flows to the carrying value of the asset group. If the test for recoverability identifies a possible impairment, the asset group’s fair value is measured relying primarily on a discounted cash flow method. An impairment charge is recognized for the amount by which the carrying value of the asset group excess its estimated fair value. When an impairment loss is recognized for assets to be held and used, the adjusted carrying amounts for those assets are depreciated over their remaining useful lives.
We evaluate long-lived assets at the lowest level at which independent cash flows can be identified, which is dependent on the strategy and expected future use of our long-lived assets. We evaluate corporate assets or other long-lived assets that are not asset group-specific at the consolidated level.
We estimate the fair value of an asset group using the income approach. The income approach uses cash flow projections. Inherent in our development of cash flow projections are assumptions and estimates derived from a review of our operating results, business plan forecasts, expected growth rates, and cost of capital, similar to those a market participant would use to assess fair value. We also make certain assumptions about future economic conditions and other data. Many of these factors used in assessing fair value are outside the control of management and these assumptions and estimates may change in future periods.
Impairment of Goodwill
We test goodwill for impairment annually or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that an impairment may exist. We assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. Factors that indicate the fair value of a reporting unit may be less than its carrying amount include industry and market considerations such as a deterioration in the economic environment or a decline in market-dependent multiples or metrics, overall financial performance such as negative or declining cash flows or a decline in actual or planned revenue or earnings, increased cost factors that have a negative effect on earnings and cash flows, or a sustained decrease in share price. The process for evaluating potential impairment of goodwill is highly subjective and requires significant judgment. If factors indicate that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, we
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perform a quantitative assessment and the fair value of the reporting unit is estimated by using a combination of market approaches based on peer performance and discounted cash flow methodologies. If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss equal to the excess is recorded.
Determining the fair value of a reporting unit is judgmental in nature and involves the use of significant estimates and assumptions to evaluate the impact of operating and macroeconomic changes on each reporting unit. The fair value of each reporting unit is estimated using a combination of the income approach and the market valuation approach using publicly traded company multiples in similar businesses. This analysis requires significant judgments, including estimation of future cash flows, which is dependent on internally developed forecasts, estimation of the long-term rate of growth for our business, estimation of the useful life over which cash flows will occur, and determination of our weighted average cost of capital, which is risk-adjusted to reflect the specific risk profile of the reporting unit being tested.
Losses and Loss Adjustment Expenses Reserves
The liability for losses and loss adjustment expenses (“LAE”) is an estimate of the amounts required to cover known incurred losses and LAE and is developed through the review and assessment of loss reports, along with the analysis of known claims. These reserves include management’s estimate of the amounts for losses incurred but not reported (“IBNR”). IBNR is reviewed regularly using a variety of actuarial techniques. We update the reserve estimates as historical loss experience develops, additional claims are reported and/or settled and new information becomes available. Any changes in estimates are reflected in operating results in the period in which the estimates are changed. Although management believes that the balance of these reserves is adequate, such liabilities are necessarily dependent on estimates, the ultimate expense may be more or less than the amounts presented. The approach and methods for developing these estimates and for recording the resulting liability are continually reviewed. Any adjustments to this reserve are recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss. Losses and LAE, less related reinsurance is charged to expense as incurred.
Results of Operations
Key Factors Affecting Operating Results
We have been implementing our strategy as a vertical software platform for the home by providing software and services to approximately 30 thousand pre-and-post move home service providers including inspectors, real estate, title, and mortgage companies. Our Insurance segment continues to grow in scale through both premium growth and geographic expansion. The following key factors affected our operating results.
•The U.S. housing market continues to see impacts from higher interest rates, existing home inventory tightening, and affordability challenges, impacting the Vertical Software segment. Existing home sales have declined by 19% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the prior year.
•During 2023, we recognized a $55.2 million goodwill impairment in the Insurance segment, and a $2.0 million impairment of intangible assets for certain intangible assets within the Vertical Software segment.
•In March 2023, we completed the acquisitions of the Florida and California operations of Residential Warranty Services (“RWS”). We had previously completed the acquisition of substantially all of the operations of RWS on April 1, 2022, other than the operations located in Florida and California which were delayed pending regulatory approval.
•We continued our insurance strategic initiatives by not renewing certain higher risk policies. We are focused on improving overall underwriting performance by increasing premiums and claim deductibles where appropriate.
•In February 2023, we successfully launched our Porch Warranty offering.
•Our warranty business entered new partnerships with certain businesses where we utilize a co-branded journey to provide exclusive home service offerings to utility customers, including warranties.
•We continue to develop software for customers, including the expansion of our suite of solutions for our Floify customers and partners. A new module version was rolled out within Rynoh, and a new version of report writer for inspectors was launched as part of the home inspection solution.
•Our moving business launched a “Fixed Price” product which makes the moving journey simpler for moving companies and consumers.
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•We have rolled out our app to all eligible Inspection Support Network (“ISN”) companies, with the recall check monitoring being popular with consumers.
•We are now approved in 13 states to use our unique data to improve risk accuracy in pricing policies for our customers. This means we can charge a lower price for policies which are low-risk and more accurately price higher risk policies.
•We are expanding our distribution channels by partnering with third-party insurance agencies and sharing commissions. We send them customer leads, enabling them to access Porch’s unique and valuable customer ecosystem to grow their businesses and enabling us to expand our insurance distribution capacity.
Consolidated Results of Operations
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||||
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| 2023 | 2022 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||||
| (dollar amounts in thousands) | ||||||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 430,302 | $ | 275,948 | $ | 154,354 | 56 | % | ||||||
| Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||||
| Cost of revenue | 220,243 | 107,577 | 112,666 | 105 | % | |||||||||
| Selling and marketing | 144,307 | 113,848 | 30,459 | 27 | % | |||||||||
| Product and technology | 58,502 | 59,565 | (1,063) | (2) | % | |||||||||
| General and administrative | 103,192 | 109,814 | (6,622) | (6) | % | |||||||||
| Provision for doubtful accounts | 37,180 | 805 | 36,375 | 4,519 | % | |||||||||
| Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill | 57,232 | 61,386 | (4,154) | (7) | % | |||||||||
| Total operating expenses | 620,656 | 452,995 | 167,661 | 37 | % | |||||||||
| Operating loss | (190,354) | (177,047) | (13,307) | 8 | % | |||||||||
| Other income (expense): | ||||||||||||||
| Interest expense | (31,828) | (8,723) | (23,105) | 265 | % | |||||||||
| Change in fair value of earnout liability | 44 | 13,822 | (13,778) | (100) | % | |||||||||
| Change in fair value of private warrant liability | (444) | 14,486 | (14,930) | (103) | % | |||||||||
| Change in fair value of derivatives | (4,261) | — | (4,261) | N/A | ||||||||||
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | 81,354 | — | 81,354 | N/A | ||||||||||
| Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses | 8,285 | 1,174 | 7,111 | 606 | % | |||||||||
| Other income, net | 3,893 | 571 | 3,322 | 582 | % | |||||||||
| Total other income | 57,043 | 21,330 | 35,713 | 167 | % | |||||||||
| Loss before income taxes | (133,311) | (155,717) | 22,406 | (14) | % | |||||||||
| Income tax provision | (622) | (842) | 220 | (26) | % | |||||||||
| Net loss | $ | (133,933) | $ | (156,559) | $ | 22,626 | (14) | % |
Revenue
The overall 56% increase in revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, when compared with the year ended December 31, 2022, was primarily driven by a 152%, or $184.2 million, increase in our Insurance segment as a result of increases in per-policy premiums and lower reinsurance ceding. This increase was partially offset by a 19%, or $29.8 million, decrease in revenue in our Vertical Software segment due to a 19% reduction in year-over-year industry home sales which adversely affected our moving business, in particular.
Cost of revenue
The 105% increase in cost of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, when compared with the year ended December 31, 2022, was primarily a result of the strategic reduction in reinsurance ceding and increased insurance claims costs due to catastrophic weather events. As a percentage of revenue, cost of revenue represented 51% of revenue in 2023 compared with 39% in 2022.
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Selling and marketing
The 27% increase in selling and marketing expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023, when compared with the year ended December 31, 2022, was due to higher costs in the Insurance segment’s variable policy acquisition and marketing expenses related to lower ceding percentages. As a percentage of revenue, selling and marketing expenses represented 34% of revenue in the current year compared to 41% of revenue in the prior year.
General and administrative
The 6% decrease in general and administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023, when compared with the year ended December 31, 2022, was attributable to a concerted effort to lower professional fees and lower investment in corporate resources 2023. As a percentage of revenue, general and administrative expenses represented 24% of revenue in 2023, compared with 40% in 2022.
Provision for doubtful accounts
In 2023, we charged to provision for doubtful accounts approximately $36.0 million of reinsurance balance due from a reinsurer as described in Note 14, Reinsurance, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report.
Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill
In 2023, we recorded a goodwill impairment charge of $55.2 million in our Insurance segment and a $2.0 million impairment charge on intangible assets in our Vertical Software segment. These impairments followed a sustained decrease in stock price, increased costs due to inflationary pressures, hardening of the reinsurance markets, volatile weather, and a deterioration of the macroeconomic environment in the housing and real estate and insurance industries. In 2022, we recorded impairment losses on intangible assets and goodwill totaling $61.4 million, which included a $43.7 million goodwill impairment in our Insurance segment and a $17.7 million intangible impairment in our Vertical Software segment. These impairment charges reflected inflationary pressures, our common stock value, and broad disruptions in the equity markets, specifically for technology and property and casualty insurance companies.
Interest expense
The 265% increase in interest expense for the year ended December 31, 2023, when compared the year ended December 31, 2022, was primarily due to issuance of $333.3 million of the 2028 Notes in April 2023. The 2028 Notes have a stated interest rate of 6.75%. We used a portion of the net proceeds to repurchase $200.0 million of the 2026 Notes, which had a state interest rate of 0.75%. This increased interest rate is the primary reason for the increased interest expense.
Change in fair value of earnout liability
In connection with the 2020 merger transaction described in Note 4, Fair Value, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report, shares of restricted common shares were issued and subject to certain vesting conditions over the three-year period following the merger (the “earnout contingent consideration period”). The earnout contingent consideration period ended December 23, 2023, and the remaining liability of less than $0.1 million was subsequently written off. Changes in fair value of the earnout liability for the year ended December 31, 2022, were $13.8 million and were primarily due to the decrease in the stock price during the year.
Change in fair value of private warrant liability
The change in fair value of the private warrant liability was a loss of $0.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, and a gain of $14.5 million in the same period in 2022. The increase in the fair value of the liability was primarily due to the recovery in the stock price at December 31, 2023, as compared to December 31, 2022.
Change in fair value of derivatives
In connection with the issuance of the 2028 Notes in April 2023 and in accordance with GAAP, certain features of the notes were bifurcated and accounted for separately from the notes. These features are recorded as derivatives, and changes in their fair value are recognized in net loss each period. There were no corresponding derivatives in the prior year.
Gain on extinguishment of debt
In connection with the partial repurchase of the 2026 Notes, we recognized an $81.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt. See Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses
Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses increased by $7.1 million from $1.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, to $8.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Total investments balance as of December 31, 2023, was $139.2 million compared to $91.6 million as of December 31, 2022. A higher investment balance was the primary reason for the increase in investment income.
Other income, net
Other income, net, increased by $3.3 million from $0.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, to $3.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The increase is due to larger cash balances in higher yield accounts.
Refer to “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the 2022 Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the SEC on March 16, 2023, for the comparison of the results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Segment Results of Operations
We operate our business as two reportable segments that are also our operating segments: Vertical Software and Insurance. For additional information about our segments, see Note 17, Segment Information, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report.
Segment Revenue
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| 2023 | 2022 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||||
| Vertical Software segment | ||||||||||||||
| Software and service subscriptions | $ | 67,697 | $ | 72,777 | $ | (5,080) | (7) | % | ||||||
| Move-related transactions | 40,350 | 62,317 | (21,967) | (35) | % | |||||||||
| Post-move transactions | 17,069 | 19,821 | (2,752) | (14) | % | |||||||||
| Total Vertical Software segment revenue | 125,116 | 154,915 | (29,799) | (19) | % | |||||||||
| Insurance segment | ||||||||||||||
| Insurance and warranty premiums, commissions and policy fees | 305,186 | 121,033 | 184,153 | 152 | % | |||||||||
| Total Insurance segment revenue | 305,186 | 121,033 | 184,153 | 152 | % | |||||||||
| Total revenue | $ | 430,302 | $ | 275,948 | $ | 154,354 | 56 | % |
For the year ended December 31, 2023, Vertical Software segment revenue was $125.1 million or 29% of total revenue for the same period. For the year ended December 31, 2022, Vertical Software segment revenue was $154.9 million or 56% of total revenue for the same period. The decrease in revenue was mainly driven by a 19% reduction in year-over-year industry home sales which adversely affected our moving business in particular.
Insurance segment revenue was $305.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, and represented 71% of total revenue for the same period. For the year ended December 31, 2022, Insurance segment revenue was $121.0 million or 44% of total revenue for the same period. The increase was mainly driven by increases in per-policy premiums and lower reinsurance ceding. As of December 31, 2023, we had 310 thousand Policies in Force, a 20% decrease compared to 389 thousand Policies in Force as of December 31, 2022. The decrease in the number of Policies in Force predominantly resulted from non-renewals of policies that are expected to be unprofitable. Ceded premiums were reduced during the current year, resulting in higher revenue.
Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss)
Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) is defined as revenue less the following expenses associated with each segment: cost of revenue, selling and marketing, product and technology, general and administrative expenses, and provision for doubtful accounts. Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) also excludes non-cash items or items that management does not consider reflective of ongoing core operations. See Note 17, Segment Information, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for reconciliations to GAAP consolidated financial information for the periods presented.
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| Vertical Software | $ | 4,307 | $ | 14,678 | ||
| Insurance | 12,320 | (5,499) | ||||
| Subtotal | 16,627 | 9,179 | ||||
| Corporate and other | (61,141) | (58,780) | ||||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | (44,514) | $ | (49,601) |
Our Insurance segment had a Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) of $12.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $(5.5) million in the same period last year. The improvement from the prior year was due to continued focus on profitability, including premium per policy increases, non-renewing higher risk policies, increasing deductibles, and introducing certain coverage exclusions for select risks. Ceded premiums were reduced during the current year, resulting in more favorable Adjusted EBITDA.
Our Vertical Software segment’s Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) was $4.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, which declined compared to prior year due to the soft housing market which prompted declines in the moving and corporate relocation industries, and inflationary pressures on fixed costs.
Corporate expenses were $61.1 million in the year ended December 31, 2023, a $2.4 million increase from the prior year primarily due to personnel expenses related to the year ended December 31, 2023. This increase was partially offset by successful cost reduction efforts related to professional fees. Corporate expenses decreased to 14% of total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, from 21% in 2022.
Refer to “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the 2022 Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the SEC on March 16, 2023, for the comparison of the results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This Annual Report includes non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) and Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) as a percent of revenue.
We define Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) as net income (loss) adjusted for interest expense; income taxes; depreciation and amortization; gain or loss on extinguishment of debt; other expense (income), net; impairments of intangible assets and goodwill; provision for doubtful accounts related to reinsurance, or related recoveries; impairments of property, equipment, and software; stock-based compensation expense; mark-to-market gains or losses recognized on changes in the value of contingent consideration arrangements, earnouts, warrants, and derivatives; restructuring costs; acquisition and other transaction costs; and non-cash bonus expense. Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) as a percent of revenue is defined as Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) divided by total revenue.
Our management uses these non-GAAP financial measures as supplemental measures of our operating and financial performance, for internal budgeting and forecasting purposes, to evaluate financial and strategic planning matters, and to establish certain performance goals for incentive programs. We believe that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with useful information to evaluate our operating and financial performance and trends and in comparing our financial results with competitors, other similar companies and companies across different industries, many of which present similar non-GAAP financial measures to investors. However, our definitions and methodology in calculating these non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to those used by other companies. In addition, we may modify the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures in the future, and any such modification may be material.
You should not consider these non-GAAP financial measures in isolation, as a substitute to or superior to financial performance measures determined in accordance with GAAP. The principal limitation of these non-GAAP financial measures is that they exclude specified income and expenses, some of which may be significant or material, that are required by GAAP to be recorded in our consolidated financial statements. We may also incur future income or expenses similar to those excluded from these non-GAAP financial measures, and the presentation of these measures should not be construed as an inference that future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures reflect the exercise of management judgment about which income and expense are included or excluded in determining these non-GAAP financial measures.
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The following table reconciles net loss to Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) for the periods presented (dollar amounts in thousands).
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| Net loss | $ | (133,933) | $ | (156,559) | |
| Interest expense | 31,828 | 8,723 | |||
| Income tax provision | 622 | 842 | |||
| Depreciation and amortization | 24,415 | 27,930 | |||
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | (81,354) | — | |||
| Other income, net | (3,893) | (571) | |||
| Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill | 57,232 | 61,386 | |||
| Loss on reinsurance contract (1) | 36,042 | — | |||
| Impairment loss on property, equipment, and software | 254 | 637 | |||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 20,709 | 27,041 | |||
| Mark-to-market gains | (1,003) | (21,364) | |||
| Restructuring costs (2) | 4,015 | 647 | |||
| Acquisition and other transaction costs | 552 | 1,687 | |||
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) | $ | (44,514) | $ | (49,601) | |
| Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) as a percentage of revenue | (10) | % | (18) | % |
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(1)See Note 14, Reinsurance, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report.
(2)Primarily consists of costs related to forming a reciprocal exchange.
Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) for the year ended December 31, 2023, was $(44.5) million, a $5.1 million improvement from Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) of $(49.6) million for the same period in 2022. The improvement in Adjusted EBITDA (Loss) in 2023 is primarily driven by profitability improvements at our insurance business, including premium increases implemented over the last year, as well as cost reductions across the business. The improvement was partially offset by the effects of extreme weather events and higher reinsurance costs in our insurance business, and the macro housing environment affecting primarily the moving business in our Vertical Software segment. Continued investments in sales and marketing and investments in establishing and maintaining the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (“SOX”) and other internal controls across IT and accounting organizations further impacted Adjusted EBITDA (Loss).
Liquidity and Capital Resources
In our early years, we raised capital primarily through equity investments. As a publicly traded company, we have relied on convertible debt as our primary source of capital. As of December 31, 2023, and 2022, we had $558.7 million and $451.1 million, respectively, of aggregate principal amount outstanding in convertible notes, promissory notes, line of credit, term loan facility, and advance funding arrangement.
2026 Convertible Senior Notes
In September 2021, we completed a private offering of $425.0 million aggregate principal amount of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due on September 15, 2026. As of December 31, 2023, outstanding principal was $225.0 million. These 2026 Notes are not redeemable at our option prior to September 20, 2024. We may redeem for cash all or any portion of the 2026 Notes, at our option, on or after September 20, 2024, if the last reported sale price of the common stock has been at least 130% of the conversion price then in effect for at least 20 trading days (whether or not consecutive) during any 30 consecutive trading day period (including the last trading day of such period) ending on, and including, the trading day immediately preceding the date on which we provide a notice of redemption, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the 2026 Notes to be redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date. No sinking fund is provided for the 2026 Notes. The 2026 Notes are convertible at an initial conversion rate of 39.9956 shares of common stock per one thousand dollars principal amount of 2026 Notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of approximately $25.00 per share of common stock (the “Conversion Rate”). The Conversion Rate is
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subject to customary adjustments for certain events as described in the indenture governing the 2026 Notes. We may settle the conversion option obligation with cash, shares of our common stock, or any combination of cash and shares of our common stock. Holders of the 2026 Notes may convert the 2026 Notes at their option (in whole or in part) on or after June 15, 2026, until the close of business on the second trading day immediately preceding the maturity date of September 15, 2026. In addition, holders of the 2026 Notes may convert the 2026 Notes at their option (in whole or in part) at any time prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding June 15, 2026, only under certain circumstances described in Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report.
2028 Convertible Senior Notes
In April 2023, we issued $333.3 million of 6.75% Senior Secured Convertible Notes due in 2028 in a private placement transaction. We used a portion of the net proceeds from these 2028 Notes to repurchase $200.0 million of the 2026 Notes and to fund the repayment of the term loan facility, in each case plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon and related fees and expenses. In connection with the partial repurchase of the 2026 Notes, we recognized an $81.4 million gain on extinguishment of debt, calculated as the difference between the reacquisition price and the net carrying amount of the portion of the 2026 Notes that was extinguished. The 2028 Notes are convertible into cash, shares of common stock, or a combination of cash and shares of common stock at our election at an initial conversion rate of 39.9956 shares of common stock per one thousand dollars principal amount of the 2028 Notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of approximately $25.00 per share.
The 2028 Notes will mature on October 1, 2028, unless earlier repurchased, redeemed or converted. Prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding July 1, 2028, the 2028 Notes will be convertible at the option of the holders only upon the satisfaction of certain conditions and during certain periods. Thereafter, until the close of business on the second scheduled trading day immediately preceding the maturity date, the 2028 Notes will be convertible at the option of the holders at any time regardless of these conditions. Additionally, if more than $30.0 million aggregate principal amount of 2026 Notes remain outstanding on June 14, 2026, the holders of the 2028 Notes have the right to require us to repurchase for cash on June 15, 2026, all or any portion of the 2028 Notes, in principal amounts of $1,000 or an integral multiple thereof, at a repurchase price equal to 106.5% of the principal amount of the 2028 Notes to be repurchased, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the repurchase date.
Advance Funding Arrangement
During 2023 and 2022, we participated in an advance funding arrangement with third-party financers that provide us with contract premiums upfront for certain home warranty contracts. We remain obligated to repay these premiums to the third-party financer if a customer cancels its warranty contract prior to full repayment of the advance funding amount received by us. As of December 31, 2023, the principal balance outstanding under this advance funding arrangement was $0.1 million.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
As of December 31, 2023, we had cash and cash equivalents of $258.4 million and $38.8 million of restricted cash. Restricted cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2023, includes $28.3 million held by our captive reinsurance business as collateral for the benefit of Homeowners of America Insurance Company (“HOA”), $1.3 million held in certificates of deposit and money market mutual funds pledged to the Department of Insurance in certain states as a condition of our Certificate of Authority for the purpose of meeting obligations to policyholders and creditors, $7.3 million in funds held for the payment of possible warranty claims as required under regulatory guidelines in 19 states, and $1.9 million related to acquisition indemnifications.
Operations and Other Resources
We have incurred losses since our inception, and we have an accumulated deficit at December 31, 2023 and 2022, totaling $722.1 million and $585.0 million, respectively.
Based on our current operating and growth plan, management believes cash and cash equivalents at December 31, 2023, are sufficient to finance our operations, planned capital expenditures, working capital requirements and debt service obligations for at least the next 12 months. As our operations evolve and continue our growth strategy, including through acquisitions, we may elect or need to obtain alternative sources of capital, and we may finance additional liquidity needs in the future through one or more equity or debt financings. We may not be able to obtain equity or additional debt financing in the future when needed or, if available, the terms may not be satisfactory to us or could be dilutive to its stockholders.
Porch Group, Inc. is a holding company that transacts a majority of its business through operating subsidiaries, including insurance subsidiaries. Consequently, our ability to pay dividends and expenses is largely dependent on dividends or other
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distributions from our subsidiaries. Our insurance company subsidiaries are highly regulated and are restricted by statute as to the amount of dividends they may pay without the prior approval of their respective regulatory authorities. As of December 31, 2023, our insurance carrier, HOA, held cash and cash equivalents of $207.6 million and investments of $102.8 million.
Insurance companies in the United States are also required by state law to maintain a minimum level of policyholder’s surplus. Insurance regulators in the states in which we operate have a risk-based capital standard designed to identify property and casualty insurers that may be inadequately capitalized based on inherent risks of the insurer’s assets and liabilities and its mix of net written premium. Insurers falling below a calculated threshold may be subject to varying degrees of regulatory action. We are currently assessing the impact on capital requirements of the terminated reinsurance contract discussed in the “Recent Developments” section above. We recovered $47.6 million cash collateral in 2023 and are in the process of pursuing additional collateral. HOA has secured supplemental reinsurance coverage in the amount of approximately $146.3 million, as of December 31, 2023, replacing nearly all of the reinsurance coverage for certain catastrophic weather events that was in place under the terminated reinsurance contract. So far in 2024, we have purchased an additional $30 million of aggregate severe convection storm coverage, which includes hail.
We may, at any time and from time to time, seek to retire or purchase our outstanding debt or equity through cash purchases and/or exchanges for equity or debt, in open-market purchases, privately negotiated transactions or otherwise. Such repurchases or exchanges, if any, will be upon such terms and at such prices as we may determine, and will depend on prevailing market conditions, liquidity requirements, contractual restrictions and other factors. The amounts involved may be material.
Since the date of our incorporation, we have not engaged in any off-balance sheet arrangements, as defined in the rules and regulations of the SEC.
The following table provides a summary of cash flow data for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
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| 2023 | 2022 | $ Change | % Change | |||||||||||
| Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | $ | 33,929 | $ | (17,736) | $ | 51,665 | (291) | % | ||||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (56,253) | (79,678) | 23,425 | (29) | % | |||||||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | 90,951 | 1,227 | 89,724 | 7,312 | % | |||||||||
| Change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | $ | 68,627 | $ | (96,187) | $ | 164,814 | (171) | % |
Operating Cash Flows
Net cash provided by operating activities was $33.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Net cash provided by operating activities consists of net loss of $133.9 million, adjusted for non-cash items and the effect of changes in working capital. Non-cash charges primarily include stock-based compensation expense of $20.7 million, depreciation and amortization of $24.4 million, provision for doubtful accounts of $37.2 million, and impairment losses of $57.2 million. These non-cash charges were partially offset by a non-cash gain on extinguishment of debt of $81.4 million. Net changes in working capital provided $88.9 million, primarily due to decreases in insurance-related receivables. Reinsurance balance due decreased as a result of shifting reinsurance coverage from third-parties to our own captive reinsurer whose financial information is included in the Consolidated Financial Statements. The change in reinsurance balance due includes cash proceeds in the amount of approximately $47.6 million liquid collateral received from a reinsurance trust as described in the “Recent Developments” section.
Net cash used in operating activities was $17.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. Net cash used in operating activities consists of net loss of $156.6 million, adjusted for non-cash items and the effect of changes in working capital. Non-cash adjustments primarily include impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill of $61.4 million, stock-based compensation expense of $27.0 million, depreciation and amortization of $27.9 million, non-cash interest expense of $2.3 million, fair value adjustments to contingent consideration of $6.9 million (loss), and fair value adjustments to earnout liability and private warrant liability of $13.8 million (gain) and $14.5 million (gain), respectively. Net changes in working capital provided $37.2 million, primarily due to increases in insurance-related liabilities and deferred revenue.
Investing Cash Flows
Net cash used in investing activities was $56.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to purchases of investments of $91.0 million and investments to develop internal use software of $9.2 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $46.8 million.
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Net cash used in investing activities was $79.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to acquisitions, net of cash acquired of $38.6 million, purchases of investments of $52.5 million, investments to develop internal use software of $8.1 million purchases of property and equipment of $2.4 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $21.9 million.
Financing Cash Flows
Net cash provided by financing activities was $91.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Net cash provided by financing activities is primarily related to the net proceeds from issuance of the 2028 Notes of $116.7 million. This was partially offset by repayment of the principal balance on the term loan facility and advanced funding arrangement of $10.2 million and $4.1 million, respectively, and repurchase of stock of $5.6 million.
Net cash provided by financing activities was $1.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. Net cash provided by financing activities is primarily related to proceeds from advance funding and debt issuance, net of fees, of $33.6 million. This was partially offset by shares repurchased to pay income tax withholdings upon vesting of equity awards of $3.1 million, repurchases of stock of $1.8 million, and advance funding and debt repayments of $22.7 million and $5.2 million, respectively.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
In addition to debt service payments, our principal commitments consist of obligations under leases for office space. For more information regarding our lease obligations, see Note 13, Leases, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report. In addition, we have a substantial level of debt. For more information regarding our debt service obligations, see Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. We also have certain non-cancellable purchase commitments primarily for data purchases. As of December 31, 2023, our other contractual commitments associated with agreements that are enforceable and legally binding and that specify all significant terms were payments of $4.4 million due in the next 12 months and $5.2 million due thereafter. For more information regarding our purchase commitments, see Note 16, Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report. We expect to fund these obligations with cash flows from operations and cash on our balance sheet.
We have made and expect to continue to make additional investments in our infrastructure to scale our operations and increase productivity. We plan to enhance the consumer experience, our app and digital platform and integration of data platform across Porch, to invest in development of additional modules across all vertical software businesses and to enhance our corporate systems.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1, Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report, for more information about recent accounting pronouncements, the timing of their adoption, and our assessment, to the extent we have made one, of their potential impact on our financial condition and our results of operations.
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FY 2022 10-K MD&A
SEC filing source: 0001558370-23-004016.
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Business Overview
Porch Group is a leading vertical software company reinventing the home services and insurance industries. Porch Group provides software and services to approximately 30,900 companies and small businesses, such as home inspectors, mortgage companies and loan officers, title companies, moving companies, real estate agencies, utility companies, roofers, insurance agencies, and others, helping these service providers grow their business and improve the customer experience for their customers. Through these relationships, we gain unique and early access to homebuyers and homeowners, to then assist these consumers with critical services such as insurance, home warranty, and moving. Porch Group’s Vertical Software segment has three types of customers: (1) home services companies, such as home inspectors, mortgage companies and loan officers, and title companies, who generally pay Porch recurring software and service fees and provide Porch with introductions to homebuyers and homeowners; (2) consumers, whom Porch assists with moving and homeownership by providing comparison and provision of various critical home services, such as insurance, home warranty, moving, security, TV/Internet, and home improvement; and (3) service providers, such as moving companies, security companies, title companies, mortgage companies and TV/Internet providers, who pay for new customer sign-ups. The Company’s Insurance segment offers various forms of homeowner insurance policies through its own insurance carrier and certain homeowner and auto insurance policies through its licensed insurance agency. The Insurance segment also includes home warranty service revenue.
Porch has established many partnerships across a number of home-related industries to increase its service offerings for consumers. Additionally, Porch has also proven effective at selectively acquiring companies which can be efficiently integrated into Porch’s platform. In 2017, we significantly expanded our position in the home inspection industry by acquiring ISN, a developer of ERP and CRM software for home inspectors. In November 2018, we acquired HireAHelper™, a provider of software and demand for moving companies.
In 2021, we entered into new verticals and increased our capabilities in offering insurance and warranty products to consumers, and software to additional types of home service companies with the successful acquisitions of HOA, AHP, V12 Data, Rynoh, and Floify, to name a few. In 2022, we deepened our position in the home warranty industry with the acquisition of RWS.
For consumers, Porch largely relies on relationships with approximately 30,900 companies and small businesses to provide access and introductions. The Company then utilizes technology, lifecycle marketing and teams in lower cost locations to operate a Moving Concierge service to assist these consumers with their move. The Company has invested in limited direct-to-consumer marketing capabilities, but expects to become more advanced over time with capabilities such as digital and social retargeting.
Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics
In the management of our businesses, we identify, measure and evaluate a variety of operating metrics. The key performance measures and operating metrics we use in managing our businesses are set forth below. These key performance measures and operating metrics are not prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”) and may not be comparable to or calculated in the same way as other similarly titled measures and metrics used by other companies. The key performance measures presented have been adjusted for divested Porch businesses in 2020.
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
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| ● | Average Companies in Quarter — Porch provides software and services to home services companies and, through these relationships, gains unique and early access to homebuyers and homeowners, assists homebuyers and homeowners with critical services such as insurance, warranty and moving. The Company’s customers include home services companies, for whom the Company provides software and services and who provide introductions to homebuyers and homeowners and tracks the average number of home services companies from which it generates revenue each quarter in order to measure the ability to attract, retain and grow relationships with home services companies. Porch management defines the average number of companies in a quarter as the straight-line average of the number of companies as of the end of period compared with the beginning of period |
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| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
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| across all of the Company’s home services verticals that (i) generate recurring revenue and (ii) generated revenue in the quarter. For new acquisitions, the number of companies is determined in the initial quarter based on the percentage of the quarter the acquired business is a part of the Company. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter — Management views the Company’s ability to increase revenue generated from existing customers as a key component of Porch’s growth strategy. Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter is defined as the average revenue per month generated across all home services company customer accounts in a quarterly period. Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter is derived from all customers and total revenue. |
The following table summarizes our Average Companies in Quarter and Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter for each of the quarterly periods indicated:
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| . | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 | |||||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | | ||||
| Average Companies in Quarter | | 25,545 | (2) | | 28,773 | (2) | | 30,951 | | 30,860 | |||
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter | | $ | 829 | (1)(2) | $ | 822 | (1)(2) | $ | 833 | | $ | 693 | |
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| | | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | | ||||
| Average Companies in Quarter | | | 13,995 | | 17,082 | (2) | | 20,419 | (2) | | 24,601 | (2) | |
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter (adjusted)(1) | | $ | 637 | | $ | 935 | (1)(2) | $ | 987 | (1)(2) | $ | 776 | (1) |
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| | | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | | ||||
| Average Companies in Quarter | | | 10,903 | | 10,523 | | 10,792 | | 11,157 | | |||
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter | | $ | 484 | | $ | 556 | | $ | 664 | | $ | 556 | |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
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| (1) | During the quarter ended December 31, 2021, the Company corrected an immaterial error that impacted revenue and cost of revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and September 30, 2021. Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter metrics were recalculated for the affected quarters to show the impact of the adjustments. |
The following tables shows the impact of this error on Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter:
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| | | 2021 | | 2021 | | 2021 | | 2021 | ||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Total Revenue (as previously reported) | | $ | 26,742 | | $ | 51,340 | | $ | 62,769 | | $ | 51,582 |
| Quarterly Impact of Revenue Adjustment Recorded in Q4 | | | — | | | (3,400) | | | (2,300) | | | 5,700 |
| Total Revenue (as adjusted) | | $ | 26,742 | | $ | 47,940 | | $ | 60,469 | | $ | 57,282 |
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter (as adjusted) | | $ | 637 | | $ | 935 | | $ | 987 | | $ | 776 |
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter (as previously reported) | | $ | 637 | | $ | 1,000 | | $ | 1,022 | | $ | 699 |
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| (2) | During the quarter ended September 30, 2022, the Company corrected an immaterial error that impacted the number of Average Companies in Quarter. Average Companies in Quarter and Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter metrics for the reporting periods starting June 30, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022 were recalculated for the affected quarters to show the impact of the adjustments. |
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| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Average Companies in Quarter (as previously reported) | | | 25,512 | | | 28,730 | | | 30,951 | | | 30,860 |
| Adjustment | | | 33 | | | 43 | | | — | | | — |
| Average Companies in Quarter (as adjusted) | | | 25,545 | | | 28,773 | | | 30,951 | | | 30,860 |
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| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter (as previously reported) | | $ | 816 | | $ | 820 | | $ | 812 | | $ | 726 |
| Adjustment | | $ | 13 | | $ | 2 | | $ | 21 | | $ | (33) |
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter (as adjusted) | | $ | 829 | | $ | 822 | | $ | 833 | | $ | 693 |
In 2022, the Company completed the acquisition of RWS. In 2021, the Company completed acquisitions of V12 Data in Q1, HOA and Rynoh in Q2, AHP in Q3 and Floify in Q4, that impacted the average number of companies in the quarter.
Due to COVID-19, some small companies put their business with the Company on hold which is reflected in lower number of total companies in 2020 and higher average revenue per account.
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| ● | Monetized Services in Quarter — Porch connects consumers with home services companies nationwide and offers a full range of products and services where homeowners can, among other things: (1) compare and buy home insurance policies (along with auto, flood and umbrella policies) and warranties with competitive rates and coverage; (2) arrange for a variety of services in connection with their move, from labor to load or unload a truck to full-service, long-distance moving services; (3) discover and install home automation and security systems; (4) compare Internet and television options for their new home; (5) book small handyman jobs at fixed, upfront prices with guaranteed quality; and (6) compare bids from home improvement professionals who can complete bigger jobs. The Company tracks the number of monetized services performed through its platform each quarter and the revenue generated per service performed in order to measure market penetration with homebuyers and homeowners and the Company’s ability to deliver high-revenue services within those groups. Monetized Services in Quarter is defined as the total number of unique services from which the Company generated revenue, including, but not limited to, new and renewing insurance and warranty customers, completed moving jobs, security installations, TV/Internet installations or other home projects, measured over a quarterly period. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
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| ● | Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter — Management believes that shifting the mix of services delivered to homebuyers and homeowners toward higher revenue services is an important component of Porch’s growth strategy. Average Revenue per Monetized Services in Quarter is the average revenue generated per monetized service performed in a quarterly period. When calculating Average Revenue per Monetized Service in quarter, average revenue is defined as total quarterly service transaction revenues generated from monetized services. |
The following table summarizes our monetized services and average revenue per monetized service for each of the quarterly periods indicated:
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| | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 | |||||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | | ||||
| Monetized Services in Quarter | | 263,183 | | 333,596 | | 318,452 | | 212,992 | |||||
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter | | $ | 175 | (1) | $ | 158 | (1) | 185 | 185 | | $ | 219 | |
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| | | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | | ||||
| Monetized Services in Quarter | | | 190,733 | (2) | | 316,674 | (2) | | 338,157 | (2) | | 267,683 | (2) |
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter (adjusted)(1) | | $ | 88 | (1)(2) | $ | 113 | (1)(2) | $ | 133 | (1)(2) | $ | 150 | (1)(2) |
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| | | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | | ||||
| Monetized Services in Quarter | | | 152,165 | | 181,520 | | 198,165 | | 169,949 | | |||
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter | | $ | 93 | | $ | 86 | | $ | 97 | | $ | 98 | |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
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| (1) | During the quarter ended December 31, 2021, the Company corrected an immaterial error that impacted revenue and cost of revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and September 30, 2021. Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter metrics were recalculated for the affected quarters to show the impact of the adjustments. |
The following tables shows the impact of this error on Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter:
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| | | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Service Revenue (as previously reported) | | $ | 16,812 | | $ | 39,102 | | $ | 47,398 | | $ | 34,351 |
| Quarterly Impact of Revenue Adjustment Recorded in Q4 | | | — | | | (3,400) | | | (2,300) | | | 5,700 |
| Service Revenue (as adjusted) | | $ | 16,812 | | $ | 35,702 | | $ | 45,098 | | $ | 40,051 |
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter (adjusted) | | $ | 92 | | $ | 118 | | $ | 137 | | $ | 154 |
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter (as previously reported) | | $ | 92 | | $ | 129 | | $ | 144 | | $ | 132 |
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| (2) | During the quarter ended September 30, 2022, the Company corrected an immaterial error that impacted the number of Monetized Services in Quarter. Monetized Services in Quarter and Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter metrics for the reporting periods starting March 30, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022 were recalculated for the affected quarters to show the impact of the adjustments. |
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| | | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Monetized Services in Quarter (as previously reported) | | | 263,183 | | | 333,596 | | | 318,452 | | | 212,992 |
| Adjustment | | | — | | | — | | | — | | | — |
| Monetized Services in Quarter (as adjusted) | | | 263,183 | | | 333,596 | | | 318,452 | | | 212,992 |
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| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter (as previously reported) | | $ | 170 | | $ | 157 | | $ | 181 | | $ | 234 |
| Adjustment | | $ | 5 | | $ | 1 | | $ | 4 | | $ | (15) |
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter (as adjusted) | | $ | 175 | | $ | 158 | | $ | 185 | | $ | 219 |
In 2022, the Company completed the acquisition of RWS. In 2021, the Company completed acquisitions of V12 Data in Q1, HOA and Rynoh in Q2, AHP in Q3 and Floify in Q4, that impacted the number of monetized services in the quarter.
In 2020, the Company shifted insurance monetization from getting paid per quote to earning multiyear insurance commissions, resulting in fewer monetized transactions with higher average revenue.
In March 2020, COVID-19 impacted the service volumes during the period from March until June. The impact on service volumes, largely recovered by June 30, 2020 and after adjusting for insurance monetization remains above prior year volumes.
Recent Developments
Share Repurchases
In October 2022, the Company’s Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program authorizing management to repurchase up to $15 million in the Company’s common stock and/or convertible notes. Repurchases under this program may be made from time to time on the open market between November 10, 2022 and June 30, 2023, at prevailing market prices.
During the fourth quarter of 2022, the Company repurchased 2,388,756 shares with the total cost of $4.4 million (including commissions).
Reciprocal Exchange
Homeowners of America plans to file an application to form and license a Texas reciprocal exchange (the “Reciprocal”) with the Texas Department of Insurance (“TDI”). If approved by the TDI, the insurance underwriting business of Porch will be conducted through the Reciprocal. A Porch subsidiary would serve as the attorney-in-fact for the Reciprocal. In that role it would perform underwriting, claims and management services for the Reciprocal and receive a management fee calculated as a percentage of its premiums. EIG and HOA’s managing general agent would act as general agents for the Reciprocal and HOAIC and receive fees and commissions. There can be no assurance that the Reciprocal will receive regulatory approval, and if obtained, that the approval would be based on terms as proposed or subject to additional requirements that may not be acceptable to the Company.
Equity and Debt Financing
During 2022, the Company drew $10 million on HOA’s term loan facility for capital and surplus requirements.
In September 2021, the Company raised net cash of $413.5 million from the issuance of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due in September 2026 (the “2026 Notes”). Senior secured debt of $47.0 million was paid down with a portion of the proceeds from the issuance of the 2026 Notes. The Company used $52.9 million of the proceeds from the issuance of the 2026 Notes for the purchase of capped call transactions for purposes of limiting the dilution from the potential conversion of the notes into common stock. Also in 2021, the Company raised $126.7 million of additional equity capital from the exercise of public and private warrants. The proceeds from these equity and debt offerings provide cash for general corporate purposes and additional merger and acquisitions.
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Acquisitions
During 2022, 2021 and 2020, the Company completed a number of business combination transactions. The purpose of each of the acquisitions were to expand the scope and nature of the Company’s product and service offerings, obtain new customer acquisition channels, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. The table below identifies the acquisitions in the reporting periods:
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| | | Purchase Price | |
| 2022 acquisitions: | | | |
| RWS | | $ | 38,824 |
| Other acquisitions | | | 15,263 |
| Total 2022 purchase price consideration | | $ | 54,087 |
| 2021 acquisitions: | | | |
| HOA | | $ | 114,828 |
| Floify | | | 95,399 |
| AHP | | | 46,250 |
| Rynoh | | | 35,802 |
| V12 Data | | | 21,756 |
| Other acquisitions | | | 32,249 |
| Total 2021 purchase price consideration | | $ | 346,284 |
| 2020 acquisitions: | | | |
| iRoofing | | | 12,463 |
| Other acquisitions | | | 5,160 |
| Total 2020 purchase price consideration | | $ | 17,623 |
Adoption of New Accounting Standards
The Company early adopted Accounting Standards Update No. 2021-08, Business Combinations (Topic 805): Accounting for Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers on January 1, 2022 and applied the guidance prospectively for business combinations that occur after the adoption date.
Key Factors Affecting Operating Results
The Company has been implementing its strategy as a vertical software platform for the home, providing software and services to approximately 30,900 companies and small businesses, such as home inspectors, moving companies, utility companies, warranty companies and others. The Company’s Insurance segment continues to grow scale, through both policy count, and geographic expansion. The following are key factors affecting our operating results in 2022, 2021 and 2020:
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| ● | The U.S. housing market continues to see impacts from higher interest rates, existing home inventory tightening, and affordability challenges, impacting the Vertical Software segment. For the year ended December 31, 2022, existing home sales have declined over 18% year over year. |
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| ● | The Company’s Insurance segment paid out a higher volume of claims from volatile weather events, including Hurricane Ian, during the third quarter of 2022, and Winter Storm Elliott during the fourth quarter of 2022. Claims costs for these events were driven higher due in part to inflation-related pressures. |
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| ● | During 2022, the Company recognized a $43.7 million goodwill impairment at the Company’s Insurance segment, and a $17.7 million impairment of intangible assets for certain intangible assets within the Vertical Software segment. |
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| ● | In April 2022, the Company completed the acquisition of Residential Warranty Services (“RWS”). |
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| ● | In 2021, the Company successfully completed several acquisitions, investing $256.4 million in cash, net of cash acquired, and $35.7 million in common stock to acquire companies to expand the scope and nature of the Company’s service offerings, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. Such acquisitions included the following: |
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| o | In January 2021, Porch acquired V12 Data, an omnichannel marketing platform. The purpose of the acquisition is to expand the scope and nature of Porch’s service offerings into the mover marketing space, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. |
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| o | In April 2021, Porch acquired HOA, an insurance managing general agency and risk-bearing carrier. The purpose of the acquisition is to expand the scope and nature of Porch’s own insurance product offerings, add additional team members with important skillsets, and gain licenses to operate as an insurance carrier. |
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| o | In May 2021, Porch acquired Rynoh, a software and data analytics company that supports financial management and fraud prevention primarily for the title and real estate industries. |
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| o | In September 2021, Porch acquired AHP, a company providing home warranty policies. The purpose of the acquisition is to expand the scope and nature of Porch’s product offerings to include a Porch owned warranty product, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. |
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| o | In October 2021, Porch acquired Floify, a SaaS software provider to mortgage companies and loan officers that helps create a better mortgage and refinancing experience for their customers. The purpose of the acquisition is to expand the scope and nature of Porch’s SaaS offerings to the mortgage industry, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. |
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| ● | Investments in consumer experience to drive higher conversion rates, including investments in apps. |
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| ● | Ongoing expansion in other software verticals related to the home and related services such as title, warranty and mortgage software. |
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| ● | Investments in establishing and maintaining controls required by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (“SOX”) and other internal controls across IT and accounting organizations. |
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| ● | Intentionally building operating leverage in the business by focusing on growing operating expenses at a slower rate than the growth in revenue. Specifically, by increasing economies of scale related to fixed selling costs, Moving Concierge call center operations and product and technology costs. |
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| ● | Investments in data platforms and leveraging that data in pricing optimization within insurance. |
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| ● | Growth across the insurance business, including geographic expansion. |
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| ● | In 2021, a number of holders of warrants exercised their warrants to acquire approximately 11.5 million shares of common stock, resulting in cash proceeds of $126.8 million. All of the unexercised public warrants were redeemed effective as of April 16, 2021. |
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| ● | In September 2021, the Company raised $413.5 million in net proceeds from a private offering of its 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 (the “2026 Notes”). See Note 7 (Debt) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report. This level of cash is expected to provide sufficient financial resources for the Company’s ongoing plans for future acquisitions and other investments, such as operating leverage and organic growth. |
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| ● | Continued investment in growing and expanding the Company’s position in the home inspection industry including through core enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management software offered by Inspection Support Network LLC. |
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| ● | Continued investment in growing and expanding the Company’s position in providing moving services to consumers beginning with the 2018 acquisition of HireAHelper™, a provider of software and demand for moving companies. |
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes of Porch include the accounts of the Company and its consolidated subsidiaries and were prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). The company consolidates acquisitions as of the date on which the Company obtains controlling financial interest. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.
The Company operates in two operating segments: Vertical Software and Insurance. Operating segments are identified as components of an enterprise about which separate discrete financial information is available for evaluation by the chief operating decision-maker (“CODM”) in making decisions regarding resource allocation and assessing performance. The Company has determined that its Chief Executive Officer is the CODM.
Components of Results of Operations
Total Revenue
The Company generates revenue in the following ways:
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| ● | Insurance revenue in the form of insurance and warranty premiums, policy fees, commissions from reinsurers and other insurance-related fees generated through its owned insurance carrier, as well as commissions from third-party insurance carriers where Porch acts as an independent agent; |
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| ● | Software and service subscription revenue generated from fees paid by companies for access to Porch’s software and provision of services; |
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| ● | Move and post-moved related transaction revenue – Move-related revenue through fees received for connecting homeowners to service providers during time of a move including movers, TV/Internet, warranty, and security monitoring providers; and post-move related revenue in the form of fees earned from introducing homeowners to home service professionals including handyman, plumbers, electricians, roofers, etc. |
The Insurance segment includes revenue generated from various property-related insurance policies through its own risk-bearing carrier and independent agency as well as risk-bearing home warranty companies. We collect policy fees from policyholders of our own underwritten homeowners insurance products, reinsurers pay the Company ceding commissions when premiums are ceded from owned insurance products, revenues are earned in the form of policy premiums collected from insureds from owned insurance products, and third-party insurance companies pay our agency upfront and renewal commissions for selling their policies. The Insurance segment also includes home warranty revenue which mainly consists of premiums paid by warranty customers for the Company’s home warranty products.
The Vertical Software segment includes revenue from software and services subscription revenue, move-related transactions revenue and post-move-related transaction revenue. Software and service subscription revenue primarily relates to subscriptions to the Company’s software offerings across a number of verticals. The Company’s subscription arrangements for this revenue stream do not provide the customer with the right to take possession of the software supporting the cloud-based application services. The Company’s standard subscription contracts are monthly contracts in which pricing is based on a price per user or seat, or a specified price per inspection completed through the software. The Company also sells marketing software and services to companies who want to advertise to movers. Marketing software and service fees are primarily contractual monthly recurring billings. Fees earned for providing access to the subscription
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software are non-refundable and there is no right of return. Revenue is recognized based on the amount which the Company is entitled to for providing access to the subscription software during the monthly contract term.
Move-related transactions revenue is generated when the Company connects consumers with service providers including movers, TV/Internet, and security monitoring companies. The Company earns revenue when consumers purchase services from these third-party providers. For select moving jobs, the Company will select the mover, set the price, and manage the job end-to-end; here, the Company generates revenue based on the full job value.
Post-move-related transaction revenue includes monthly fees paid by home service contractors as well as fees earned from introducing consumers to home service providers, either on a per lead, per appointment, or per job basis. Revenue generated from service providers is recognized at a point in time upon the connection of a homeowner to the service provider.
Total Costs and Expenses
Operating expenses
Operating expenses are categorized into six categories:
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| ● | Cost of revenue; |
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| ● | Selling and marketing; |
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| ● | Product and technology; |
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| ● | General and administrative; |
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| ● | Gain on divestiture of businesses; and |
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| ● | Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill. |
The categories of operating expenses, except gain on divestiture of businesses and impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill, include both, cash expenses and non-cash charges, such as stock-based compensation, depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization are recorded in all operating expense categories, and consist of depreciation from property, equipment and software and intangible assets.
Cost of revenue primarily consists of insurance losses and loss adjustment expenses, claims personnel costs, warranty claims, third-party providers for executing moving labor and handyman services when the Company is managing the job, data costs related to marketing campaigns, certain call center costs, credit card processing and merchant fees.
Selling and marketing expenses primarily consist of payroll, employee benefits and stock-based compensation expense, and other headcount related costs associated with sales efforts directed toward companies and consumers, and amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs (“DAC”) of new and renewal insurance contracts. Also included are any direct costs to acquire customers, such as search engine optimization, marketing costs and affiliate and partner leads.
Selling and marketing costs are classified as either fixed or variable. Fixed selling and marketing costs primarily consist of compensation of sales management, professional fees and software costs that do not vary with sales volumes.
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| ● | Variable selling and marketing costs consist of DAC amortized to expense reduced by ceding commissions paid by reinsurance companies, third-party leads, affiliates and partner leads, paid search SEO and SEM, advertising costs and compensation for individuals in certain sales and marketing departments that vary with sales volumes. |
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Product and technology development costs primarily consist of payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation expense, other headcount-related costs associated with product development, net of costs capitalized as internally developed software. Also included are cloud computing, hosting and other technology costs, software subscriptions, professional services and amortization of internally developed software.
General and administrative expenses primarily consist of expenses associated with functional departments for finance, legal, human resources and executive management. The primary categories of expenses include payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation expense and other headcount related costs, rent for office space, legal and professional fees, taxes, licenses and regulatory fees, merger and acquisition transaction costs, and other administrative costs.
Gain on divestiture of businesses consists of gain on the sale of a business during the year ended December 31, 2020.
Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill results from circumstances when the fair value of a reporting unit or asset group is less than its carrying amount. Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are subject to annual impairment assessments. All intangible assets and goodwill are also subject to impairment assessments whenever facts and circumstances indicate that these assets may be impaired. See Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Impairment of Goodwill sections of Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates for the description of methods used to determine these impairment losses.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
The preparation of the accompanying consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported and disclosed in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. The estimates and assumptions that are evaluated by management include, but are not limited to, impairment losses on intangible assets and goodwill, estimated variable consideration for services performed, estimated lifetime value of insurance agency commission revenue, current estimate for credit losses, depreciable lives for property and equipment, the valuation of and useful lives for acquired intangible assets, the valuation allowance on deferred tax assets, assumptions used in stock-based compensation expense, unpaid losses for insurance claims and loss adjustment expenses, contingent consideration, earnout liabilities and private warrant liabilities. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates and assumptions, and those differences could be material to the consolidated financial statements.
At least quarterly, we evaluate our estimates and assumptions and make changes accordingly. For information on our significant accounting policies, see Note 1 (Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report.
Certain accounting policies have a more significant impact on our financial statements due to the size of the financial statement elements and prevalence of their application. The following is a summary of some of the more critical accounting policies and estimates.
Revenue Recognition
The Company determines revenue recognition for contracts with customers, through the following five-step framework:
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| ● | identification of the contract, or contracts, with a customer; |
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| ● | identification of the performance obligations in the contract; |
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| ● | determination of the transaction price; |
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| ● | allocation of the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract; and |
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| ● | recognition of revenue when, or as, the Company satisfies a performance obligation. |
The Company identifies performance obligations in its contracts with customers (excluding insurance and warranty), which primarily include move-related transactions and post-move transactions such as, delivery of homeowner leads and performance of home project services, and providing access to the Company’s software platforms. The transaction price is determined based on the amount which the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for providing the promised services to the customer. The transaction price in the contract is allocated to each distinct performance obligation on a relative standalone selling price basis. Revenue is recognized when or as performance obligations are satisfied. In certain transactions, the transaction price is considered variable, and an estimate of the constrained transaction price is recorded by the Company. Changes in variable consideration may result in an increase or a decrease to revenue. Changes to the estimated variable consideration were not material for the periods presented.
Contract payment terms vary from due upon receipt to net 30 days. Collectability is assessed based on a number of factors including collection history and creditworthiness of the customer. If collectability of substantially all consideration to which the Company is entitled under the contract is determined to be not probable, revenue is not recorded until collectability becomes probable at a later date.
Stock-Based Compensation
Accounting for stock-based compensation is a critical accounting policy due to the broad-based equity awards provided to employees at all levels within the Company and the use of equity awards as part of the strategy to retain employees as a result of mergers and acquisitions. The Company issues stock-based compensation to employees and nonemployees in the form of stock options and restricted stock awards, including performance and market-based restricted stock awards. The awards are generally expensed on a straight-line basis, except for awards with performance or market conditions which are expensed on a graded vesting basis. Forfeitures are accounted for when they occur.
The fair value of stock options is based on the grant date using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. There are a variety of estimates in the Black-Scholes option-pricing model, including expected volatility, term, dividends and risk-free rate. The awards are accounted for by recognizing the fair value of the related award over the requisite service period, which is generally the vesting period.
The fair value of restricted stock awards is determined using the closing price of the Company’s common stock on the grant date. The value of market-based restricted stock units is determined using a Monte Carlo simulation model that utilizes significant assumptions, including volatility, that determine the probability of satisfying the market condition stipulated in the award to calculate the fair value of the award. Stock-based compensation expense for awards with performance conditions is only recognized when management believes the performance condition is probable of achievement.
Business Combinations
The Company has engaged in mergers and acquisitions in the past and intends to continue to make acquisitions a part of our long-term strategy. The Company made acquisitions with cash and non-cash consideration totaling $54.1 million in 2022, $346.3 million in 2021 and $17.6 million in 2020. The Company accounts for business acquisitions using the acquisition method of accounting and records any identifiable intangible assets separate from goodwill. Intangible assets are recorded at their fair value based on estimates as of the date of acquisition. Goodwill is recorded as the residual amount of the purchase price consideration less the fair value assigned to the individual identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the date of acquisition. The accounting estimates associated with acquisitions are complex due to judgements and assumptions involved in determining (1) the total consideration paid because we have used cash, stock and earnouts and (2) the value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. The Company allocates the purchase price of the acquisition to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on estimates of the fair value at the dates of the acquisitions. Contingent consideration, which represents an obligation of the Company to make additional payments or equity interests to the former owner as part of the purchase price if specified future events occur or
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conditions are met, is accounted for at the acquisition date fair value either as a liability or as equity depending on the terms of the acquisition agreement.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
We test our long-lived asset groups when changes in circumstances indicate their carrying value may not be recoverable. Events that trigger a test for recoverability include a significant decrease in the market price for a long-lived asset, significant negative industry or economic trends, an accumulation of costs significantly in excess of the amount originally expected for the acquisition or construction of a long-live asset, a current-period operating or cash flow loss combined with a history of operating or cash flow losses or a projection or forecast that demonstrates continuing losses associated with the use of a long-lived asset or a sustained decrease in share price. When a triggering event occurs, a test for recoverability is performed, comparing projected undiscounted future cash flows to the carrying value of the asset group. If the test for recoverability identifies a possible impairment, the asset group’s fair value is measured relying primarily on a discounted cash flow method. An impairment charge is recognized for the amount by which the carrying value of the asset group excess its estimated fair value. When an impairment loss is recognized for assets to be held and used, the adjusted carrying amounts for those assets are depreciated over their remaining useful lives.
We evaluate long-lived assets at the lowest level at which independent cash flows can be identified, which is dependent on the strategy and expected future use of our long-lived assets. We evaluate corporate assets or other long-lived assets that are not asset group-specific at the consolidated level.
We estimate the fair value of an asset group using the income approach. The income approach uses cash flow projections. Inherent in our development of cash flow projections are assumptions and estimates derived from a review of our operating results, business plan forecasts, expected growth rates, and cost of capital, similar to those a market participant would use to assess fair value. We also make certain assumptions about future economic conditions and other data. Many of these factors used in assessing fair value are outside the control of management and these assumptions and estimates may change in future periods.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recorded impairment charges of $17.7 million, related to intangible assets within its Vertical Software segment.
Impairment of Goodwill
We test goodwill for impairment annually or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that an impairment may exist. We assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. Factors that indicate the fair value of a reporting unit may be less than its carrying amount include industry and market considerations such as a deterioration in the economic environment or a decline in market-dependent multiples or metrics, overall financial performance such as negative or declining cash flows or a decline in actual or planned revenue or earnings, increased cost factors that have a negative effect on earnings and cash flows, or a sustained decrease in share price. The process for evaluating potential impairment of goodwill is highly subjective and requires significant judgment. If factors indicate that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, we perform a quantitative assessment and the fair value of the reporting unit is estimated by using a combination of market approaches based on peer performance and discounted cash flow methodologies. If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss equal to the excess is recorded.
Determining the fair value of a reporting unit is judgmental in nature and involves the use of significant estimates and assumptions to evaluate the impact of operating and macroeconomic changes on each reporting unit. The fair value of each reporting unit is estimated using a combination of the income approach and the market valuation approach using publicly traded company multiples in similar businesses. This analysis requires significant judgments, including estimation of future cash flows, which is dependent on internally developed forecasts, estimation of the long-term rate of growth for our business, estimation of the useful life over which cash flows will occur, and determination of our weighted average cost of capital, which is risk-adjusted to reflect the specific risk profile of the reporting unit being tested. The weighted average cost of capital used in our most recent impairment test as of September 30, 2022, was risk-adjusted to reflect the specific risk profile of the reporting units and ranged from 17% to 20%.
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During the third quarter of 2022, management identified various qualitative factors that collectively, indicated that the Company had triggering events, including a sustained decrease in stock price, increased costs due to inflationary pressures, and a deterioration of the macroeconomic environment in the housing and real estate industry. The Company performed a valuation of both the Vertical Software and Insurance reporting units using a combination of market approaches based on peer performance and discounted cash flow or dividend discount model methodologies. Given the results of the quantitative assessment, the Company determined that the Insurance reporting unit’s goodwill was impaired. As a result, the Company recognized a goodwill impairment charge of $39.4 million in the third quarter of 2022.
In the fourth quarter of 2022, the Company updated its preliminary purchase price allocations for certain acquisitions. As a result of these adjustments, the carrying value of the Insurance reporting unit was higher than the fair value as of September 30, 2022, which resulted in the Company recognizing an additional goodwill impairment charge of $4.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recorded impairment charges of $43.7 million, related to its Insurance segment.
Results of Operations
Comparison of Year Ended December 31, 2022 to Year Ended December 31, 2021
The net loss in 2022 of $156.6 million compared with the net loss in 2021 of $106.6 million was primarily impacted by the impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill of $61.4 million.
The following table sets forth our historical operating results for the periods indicated:
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| Revenue | $ | 275,948 | | $ | 192,433 | | $ | 83,515 | | 43 | % |
| Operating expenses: | | | | | | ||||||
| Cost of revenue | 107,577 | | 58,725 | | 48,852 | | 83 | % | |||
| Selling and marketing | 113,848 | | 84,273 | | 29,575 | | 35 | % | |||
| Product and technology | 59,565 | | 47,005 | | 12,560 | | 27 | % | |||
| General and administrative | 110,619 | | 85,795 | | 24,824 | | 29 | % | |||
| Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill | | 61,386 | | | — | | | 61,386 | | NM | |
| Gain on divestiture of businesses | | — | | | — | | | — | | NM | |
| Total operating expenses | 452,995 | | 275,798 | | 177,197 | | 64 | % | |||
| Operating loss | (177,047) | | (83,365) | | (93,682) | | 112 | % | |||
| Other income (expense): | | | | | |||||||
| Interest expense | (8,723) | | (5,757) | | (2,966) | | 52 | % | |||
| Change in fair value of earnout liability | | 13,822 | | | (18,519) | | | 32,341 | | NM | |
| Change in fair value of private warrant liability | | 14,486 | | | (15,389) | | | 29,875 | | NM | |
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | | — | | | 5,110 | | | (5,110) | | NM | |
| Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses | | 1,174 | | | 701 | | | 473 | | 67 | % |
| Other income (expense), net | 571 | | 340 | | 231 | | 68 | % | |||
| Total other income (expense) | 21,330 | | (33,514) | | 54,844 | | NM | | |||
| Loss before income taxes | (155,717) | | (116,879) | | (38,838) | | 33 | % | |||
| Income tax benefit (expense) | (842) | | 10,273 | | (11,115) | | NM | | |||
| Net loss | $ | (156,559) | | $ | (106,606) | | $ | (49,953) | | 47 | % |
NM — percentage calculated is not meaningful.
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Revenue
Total revenue increased by $83.5 million, or 43% from $192.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, to $275.9 million in the same period in 2022. During 2022 and 2021, the Company acquired a number of businesses, including RWS (acquired in April 2022), V12 Data (acquired in January 2021), HOA (acquired in April 2021), Rynoh (acquired in May 2021), AHP (acquired in September 2021), Floify (acquired in October 2021) and RWS (acquired in April 2022). These acquisitions contributed approximately $63 million to the increase in revenue in 2022, with the remainder attributable to accelerated post-acquisition and organic growth.
Cost of Revenue
Cost of revenue increased by $48.9 million, or 83% from $58.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, to $107.6 million in the same period in 2022. The increase in the cost of revenue was primarily attributable to the 2022 and 2021 acquisitions. These acquisitions contributed approximately $37 million to the overall increase in cost of revenue. The remainder of the increase is primarily due to higher loss and loss adjustment expense at the Company’s Insurance segment, as a result of a higher number of claims paid due to volatile catastrophe weather events, including Hurricane Ian, during the third quarter of 2022, and Winter Storm Elliott during the fourth quarter of 2022. Claims costs for these events were driven higher due in part to inflation-related pressures. As a percentage of revenue, cost of revenue represented 39% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared with 31% in the same period in 2021.
Selling and marketing
Selling and marketing expenses increased by $29.6 million, or 35% from $84.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, to $113.8 million in the same period in 2022. Businesses acquired in 2022 and 2021 contributed approximately $17.2 million to the increase in selling and marketing costs, mainly related to RWS, Floify, AHP, Rynoh and HOA operations. The increase related to the acquired businesses includes approximately $6.2 million of amortization of acquired intangibles and stock-based compensation expense. Growth in the insurance and software and service subscription businesses further contributed to the increase. As a percentage of revenue, selling and marketing expenses represented 41% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared with 44% in the same period in 2021. The improvement in selling and marketing expenses as a percentage of revenue is due to the growing economies of scale in the insurance, inspection and moving groups.
Product and technology
Product and technology expenses increased by $12.6 million, or 27% from $47.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, to $59.6 million in the same period in 2022. Approximately $12.8 million of the increase is attributable to the acquired businesses, notably HOA, Floify and Rynoh. The increase related to the acquired businesses includes approximately $7.8 million of amortization of acquired intangibles and stock-based compensation expense. The remaining increase is related to investments in data platform, consumer app and other software offerings. This was offset by the $6.3 million decrease in depreciation and amortization of intangibles and stock-based compensation expense related to the existing businesses. As a percentage of revenue, product and technology expenses represented 22% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared with 24% in the same period in 2021. The improvement in product and technology expenses as a percentage of revenue is due to the growing economies of scale in the overall business.
General and administrative
General and administrative expenses increased by $24.8 million, or 29% from $85.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, to $110.6 million in the same period in 2022. Approximately $17.2 million of the increase is attributable to the 2022 and 2021 acquisitions, notably in HOA, RWS, AHP and Floify. The increase related to the acquired businesses includes approximately $4.2 million of amortization of acquired intangibles and stock-based compensation expense. The remainder of the increase is due to additional costs related to hiring of corporate administrative resources, audit and accounting fees, as well as costs related to integrating of our acquired businesses and SOX requirements. This was offset by stock-based compensation expense not related to the acquired businesses, for the
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year ended December 31, 2022, which was approximately $2.0 million lower than in the same period in 2021. In addition, in 2022, there was a loss on revaluation of contingent consideration of $6.9 million as compared to a gain of $2.2 million during the same period in 2021. As a percentage of revenue, general and administrative expenses represented 40% of revenue in 2022, compared with 45% in 2021.
Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recorded impairment losses on intangible assets and goodwill totaling $61.4 million, which included a $43.7 million goodwill impairment at its Insurance segment, and a $17.7 million impairment of intangible assets within its Vertical Software segment. These impairment charges reflect recent continued inflationary pressures, the Company’s common stock valuation, and broad disruptions in the equity markets, specifically for technology and property and casualty insurance companies. There were no impairment losses on intangible assets and goodwill in the same period in 2021.
Interest expense, net
Interest expense increased by $2.9 million, or 52% from $5.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, to $8.7 million in the same period in 2022. This was primarily due to issuance of $425 million of the 2026 Notes in September 2021, that in part was used to pay off the $42.1 million of Senior Secured Term Loans that were outstanding at June 30, 2021. The higher outstanding debt balance was the primary reason for the increased interest expense.
Change in fair value of earnout liability
Changes in fair value of earnout liability were $13.8 million (gain) for the year ended December 31, 2022 and $18.5 million (loss) in the same period in 2021. The decrease in fair value was primarily due to the decline in the stock price at December 31, 2022 as compared to December 31, 2021. During 2021, $54.9 million of the earnout liability was reclassified to additional paid in capital as a result of vesting events in 2021. There were no vesting events during 2022.
Change in fair value of private warrant liability
Change in fair value of private warrant liability was $14.5 million (gain) for the year ended December 31, 2022 and $15.4 million (loss) in the same period in 2021. The decrease in fair value was primarily due to the decline in the stock price at December 31, 2022 as compared to December 31, 2021. During 2021, $31.7 million was reclassified to additional paid in capital as a result of warrant exercises. There were no exercises during 2022.
Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses
Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses was $1.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, and $0.7 million in the same period in 2021. In April 2021, the Company acquired Homeowners of America Insurance Company that maintains a short-term and long-term investment portfolio that generated investment income for nine months in 2021.
Income tax benefit (expense)
Income tax expense of $0.8 million was recognized for the year ended December 31, 2022 primarily due to state franchise and minimum taxes and adjustments to a federal net operating loss carryback. Income tax benefit of $10.3 million was recognized in 2021 primarily due to the partial release of the Company’s valuation allowance as a result of deferred tax liabilities from acquisitions. The Company’s effective tax rate in both periods differs substantially from the statutory tax rate primarily due to a full valuation allowance related to the Company’s net deferred tax assets.
Refer to “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Condition and Results of Operations” in the 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the SEC on March 16, 2022 for the comparison of the results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020.
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Segment Results of Operations
We operate our business as two reportable segments that are also our operating segments: Vertical Software and Insurance. For additional information about our segments, see Note 17 (Segment Information) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report.
Segment Revenue
Comparison of Year Ended December 31, 2022 to Year Ended December 31, 2021
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| | | Year Ended December 31, 2022 | | Year Ended December 31, 2021 | | Change, $ | ||||||||||||
| | | Vertical Software Segment | | Insurance Segment | | Vertical Software Segment | | Insurance Segment | | Vertical Software Segment | | Insurance Segment | ||||||
| Revenue: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Software and service subscriptions | | $ | 72,777 | | $ | — | | $ | 57,004 | | $ | — | | $ | 15,773 | | $ | — |
| Move-related transactions | | | 62,317 | | | — | | | 60,996 | | | — | | | 1,321 | | | — |
| Post-move transactions | | | 19,821 | | | — | | | 19,150 | | | — | | | 671 | | | — |
| Insurance | | | — | | | 121,033 | | | — | | | 55,283 | | | — | | | 65,750 |
| Total revenue | | $ | 154,915 | | $ | 121,033 | | $ | 137,150 | | $ | 55,283 | | $ | 17,765 | | $ | 65,750 |
For the year ended December 31, 2022, Vertical Software segment revenue was $154.9 million or 56% of total revenue for the same period. For the year ended December 31, 2021, Vertical Software segment revenue was $137.2 million or 71% of total revenue for the same period. The increase in revenue in 2022 is driven by the 2022 and 2021 acquisitions of RWS in April 2022, Rynoh in May 2021 and Floify in October 2021. Certain existing businesses experienced year-over-year decrease as a result of a decline in housing market in 2022 as compared to 2021.
Insurance segment revenue was $121.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, and represented 44% of total revenue for the same period. For the year ended December 31, 2021, Insurance segment revenue was $55.3 million or 29% of total revenue for the same period. The increase is mainly due to the acquisitions of RWS (acquired in April 2022) and AHP (acquired in September 2021), with the remainder due to the accelerated growth of these businesses after acquisition, as well as the organic growth of HOA and RWS.
Refer to “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Condition and Results of Operations” in the 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the SEC on March 16, 2022 for the comparison of segment revenue for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020.
Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss)
Segment Adjusted EBITDA (loss) is defined as revenue less operating expenses associated with our segments. Segment Adjusted EBITDA (loss) also excludes non-cash items, certain transactions that are not indicative of ongoing segment operating and financial performance and are not reflective of the Company’s core operations. See Note 17
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(Segment Information) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report for additional information.
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| | | | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 |
| Segment adjusted EBITDA (loss): | | | | | | | | | |
| Vertical Software | | $ | 14,678 | | $ | 20,733 | | $ | 12,718 |
| Insurance | | | (5,499) | | | 9,007 | | | 405 |
| Corporate and Other(1) | | | (58,780) | | | (53,760) | | | (30,001) |
| Divested Businesses | | | — | | | — | | | (1,441) |
| Total segment adjusted EBITDA (loss)(2) | | $ | (49,601) | | $ | (24,020) | | $ | (18,319) |
(1) Includes costs that are not directly attributable to our reportable segments, as well as certain shared costs.
(2) See reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA (loss) to net loss below.
Vertical Software segment’s Adjusted EBITDA (loss) was negatively impacted by the downturn in the housing market in 2022, which resulted in lower home purchase volumes and lower demand for the Company’s services. Insurance segment’s Adjusted EBITDA (loss) in 2022 was a result of significantly higher claims costs caused by severe weather events in the second half of 2022.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This Annual Report includes non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted EBITDA (loss), Adjusted EBITDA (loss) as a percent of revenue, average revenue per monetized service and revenue less cost of revenue.
Porch defines Adjusted EBITDA (loss) as net income (loss) adjusted for interest expense, net, income taxes, other expenses, net, depreciation and amortization, impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill, non-cash losses and impairment of property, equipment and software, stock-based compensation expense and acquisition-related impacts, amortization of intangible assets, gains (losses) recognized on changes in the value of contingent consideration arrangements, if any, gain or loss on divestures and certain transaction costs. Adjusted EBITDA (loss) as a percent of revenue is defined as Adjusted EBITDA (loss) divided by GAAP total revenue. Average revenue per monetized services in quarter is the average revenue generated per monetized service performed in a quarterly period. When calculating average revenue per monetized service in a quarter, average revenue is defined as total quarterly service transaction revenues generated from monetized services.
Porch management uses these non-GAAP financial measures as supplemental measures of Porch’s operating and financial performance, for internal budgeting and forecasting purposes, to evaluate financial and strategic planning matters, and to establish certain performance goals for incentive programs. Porch believes that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with useful information to evaluate Porch’s operating and financial performance and trends and in comparing Porch’s financial results with competitors, other similar companies and companies across different industries, many of which present similar non-GAAP financial measures to investors. However, Porch’s definitions and methodology in calculating these non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to those used by other companies. In addition, Porch may modify the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures in the future, and any such modification may be material.
You should not consider these non-GAAP financial measures in isolation, as a substitute to or superior to financial performance measures determined in accordance with GAAP. The principal limitation of these non-GAAP financial measures is that they exclude specified income and expenses, some of which may be significant or material, that are required by GAAP to be recorded in Porch’s consolidated financial statements. Porch may also incur future income or expenses similar to those excluded from these non-GAAP financial measures, and Porch’s presentation of these measures should not be construed as an inference that future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures reflect the exercise of management judgment about which income and expense are included or excluded in determining these non-GAAP financial measures.
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See the reconciliation tables below for more details regarding these non-GAAP financial measures, including the reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures.
Revenue Less Cost of Revenue
The following table reconciles revenue less cost of revenue for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively (dollar amounts in thousands):
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| | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | ||||||
| Revenue | | $ | 275,948 | | $ | 192,433 | | $ | 72,299 |
| Less: Cost of revenue | | (107,577) | | (58,725) | | (17,562) | |||
| Revenue less cost of revenue | | 168,371 | | 133,708 | | 54,737 | |||
| Less: Selling and marketing costs | | | 113,848 | | | 84,273 | | | 41,665 |
| Less: Product and technology costs | | | 59,565 | | | 47,005 | | | 28,546 |
| Less: General and administrative costs | | | 110,619 | | | 85,795 | | | 28,199 |
| Less: Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill | | | 61,386 | | | — | | | — |
| Less: Gain on divestiture of businesses | | | — | | | — | | | (1,442) |
| Total operating expenses | | $ | 452,995 | | $ | 275,798 | | $ | 114,530 |
| Operating loss | | $ | (177,047) | | $ | (83,365) | | $ | (42,231) |
Revenue less cost of revenue increased by $34.7 million, or 25.9% from $133.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, to $168.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. During 2022, the Company acquired RWS. During 2021, the Company acquired a number of businesses with an aggregate purchase price of $346.3 million. These acquisitions included V12 Data (acquired in January 2021), HOA (acquired in April 2021), Rynoh (acquired in May 2021), AHP (acquired in September 2021) and Floify (acquired in October 2021). These businesses were not owned by the Company for the entire year ended December 31, 2021, therefore, less revenue less cost of revenue was recognized from these businesses during that period. Thus, the increase revenue less cost of revenue in 2022 is primarily driven by the 2022 and 2021 acquisitions, accelerated growth after acquisition and organic growth.
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Adjusted EBITDA (loss)
The following table reconciles net loss to Adjusted EBITDA (loss) for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively (dollar amounts in thousands):
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| | 2022 | 2021 | | 2020 | | |||||
| Net loss | | $ | (156,559) | | $ | (106,606) | | $ | (54,032) | |
| Interest expense | | 8,723 | | 5,757 | | 14,734 | | |||
| Income tax expense (benefit) | | 842 | | (10,273) | | (1,689) | | |||
| Depreciation and amortization | | 27,930 | | 16,386 | | 6,644 | | |||
| Gain on extinguishment of debt | | | — | | | (5,110) | | | (5,748) | |
| Other expense (income), net | | (571) | | (340) | | 6,931 | | |||
| Impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill | | | 61,386 | | | — | | | — | |
| Non-cash losses and impairment of property, equipment and software | | 637 | | 550 | | 611 | | |||
| Non-cash stock-based compensation expense | | 27,041 | | 38,592 | | 11,296 | | |||
| Revaluation of contingent consideration | | 6,944 | | (2,244) | | 1,700 | | |||
| Revaluation of earnout liability | | | (13,822) | | | 18,519 | | | — | |
| Revaluation of private warrant liability | | | (14,486) | | | 15,389 | | | (2,427) | |
| Acquisition and other transaction costs(1) | | 2,334 | | 5,360 | | 311 | | |||
| SPAC transaction bonus | | | — | | | — | | | 3,350 | |
| Adjusted EBITDA (loss) | | $ | (49,601) | | $ | (24,020) | | $ | (18,319) | |
| Adjusted EBITDA (loss) as a percentage of revenue | | | (18) | % | | (12) | % | | (25) | % |
| Column 1 | Column 2 |
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| (1) | Acquisition and related expense, net includes: |
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| | Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
| | 2022 | 2021 | | 2020 | |||||
| Gain on divestiture of businesses | | $ | — | | $ | — | | $ | (1,442) |
| Professional fees and transaction expenses | | 1,687 | | 5,360 | | 1,753 | |||
| Reciprocal costs | | | 647 | | | — | | | — |
| | | $ | 2,334 | | $ | 5,360 | | $ | 311 |
Adjusted EBITDA (loss) for the year ended December 31, 2022, was $49.6 million, a $25.6 million decline from Adjusted EBITDA (loss) of $24.0 million for the same period in 2021. During 2022, the Company acquired RWS. During 2021, the Company acquired a number of businesses, including, V12 Data (acquired in January 2021), HOA (acquired in April 2021), Rynoh (acquired in May 2021), AHP (acquired in September 2021) and Floify (acquired in October 2021). These businesses were not owned by the Company for the entire year ended December 31, 2021 and, therefore, little or no revenue and Adjusted EBITDA (loss) was recognized from this business during 2021. The decline in Adjusted EBITDA (loss) in 2022 is primarily driven by the macro housing environment affecting both segments, and higher volume of claims paid out by HOA in 2022, mainly as a result of the volatile weather events, including Hurricane Ian, during the third quarter of 2022, and Winter Storm Elliott during the fourth quarter of 2022, affecting the Insurance segment. Continued investments in sales and marketing and product and technology related to consumer experience, app build out, data platforms and investments in establishing and maintaining SOX and other internal controls across IT and accounting organizations further impacted Adjusted EBITDA (loss). This decline was partially offset by the impact of the 2022 and 2021 acquisitions.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Since inception, as a private company, we have financed our operations primarily from the sales of redeemable convertible preferred stock and convertible promissory notes, and proceeds from senior secured loans. On December 23, 2020, the Company received approximately $269.5 million of aggregate cash proceeds from recapitalization, net of transactions costs.
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During 2022, the Company drew $10.0 million on HOA’s term loan facility. Also during 2022, the Company participated in an advance funding arrangement with third-party financers that provide the Company with contract premiums upfront for certain home warranty contracts. We remain obligated to repay these premiums to the third-party financer if a customer cancels its warranty contract prior to full repayment of the advance funding amount received by the Company. As of December 31, 2022, the principal balance of this advance funding arrangement is $15.7 million. See Note 7 (Debt).
In September 2021, the Company completed a private offering of $425 million aggregate principal amounts of its 2026 Notes. The Company used a portion of the net proceeds from the 2026 Notes offering to repay all outstanding obligations under a Loan and Security Agreement, dated as of July 22, 2020 (as subsequently amended, the “Runway Loan Agreement”), among the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary Porch.com, Inc., as borrower representative, a syndicate of lenders party thereto, the other borrowers party thereto, the guarantors party thereto and Runway Growth Finance Corp (f/k/a Runway Growth Credit Fund Inc.), as administrative agent and collateral agent, pursuant to which there was a $40.4 million senior secured term loan outstanding (the “Senior Secured Term Loan”). The total repayment amount of $42.8 million consisted of outstanding principal, accrued interest, prepayment fees and related expenses. Concurrent with such repayment in full of all outstanding obligations under the Senior Secured Term Loan on September 16, 2021, the Runway Loan Agreement (and all commitments and liens thereunder) was terminated. A loss on extinguishment of $3.1 million was recorded.
Also during 2021, the Company raised $126.7 million and $4.3 million from exercise of public warrants and stock options, respectively.
As of December 31, 2022, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $215.1 million and $13.5 million of restricted cash.
The Company has incurred losses since its inception, and has an accumulated deficit at December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 totaling $585.0 million and $424.1 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2022, and December 31, 2021 the Company had $451.1 million and $425.6 million aggregate principal amount outstanding of debt, respectively.
Based on the Company’s current operating and growth plan, management believes cash and cash equivalents at December 31, 2022, are sufficient to finance the Company’s operations, planned capital expenditures, working capital requirements and debt service obligations for at least the next 12 months. As the Company’s operations evolve and continues its growth strategy, including through acquisitions, the Company may elect or need to obtain alternative sources of capital, and it may finance additional liquidity needs in the future through one or more equity or debt financings. The Company may not be able to obtain equity or additional debt financing in the future when needed or, if available, the terms may not be satisfactory to the Company or could be dilutive to its stockholders.
Porch Group, Inc. is a holding company that transacts a majority of its business through operating subsidiaries, including insurance subsidiaries. Consequently, the Company’s ability to pay dividends and expenses is largely dependent on dividends or other distributions from its subsidiaries. Porch’s insurance company subsidiaries are highly regulated and are restricted by statute as to the amount of dividends they may pay without the prior approval of their respective regulatory authorities. As of December 31, 2022, cash and cash equivalents of $78.1 million and investments held by these companies was $91.6 million.
Insurance companies in the United States are also required by state law to maintain a minimum level of policyholder’s surplus. Insurance regulators in the states in which we operate have a risk-based capital standard designed to identify property and casualty insurers that may be inadequately capitalized based on inherent risks of the insurer’s assets and liabilities and its mix of net written premium. Insurers falling below a calculated threshold may be subject to varying degrees of regulatory action. As of December 31, 2022, the total adjusted capital of our U.S. insurance subsidiary was in excess of its respective prescribed risk-based capital requirements.
The Company has used the proceeds from debt and equity principally to fund general operations and acquisitions.
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In 2022 and 2021, the Company invested $38.6 million and $256.4 million (net of cash acquired) to acquire a number of companies, in transactions accounted for as business combinations.
The following table provides a summary of cash flow data for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021:
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| | Year Ended December 31, | $ | % | |||||||||
| | | 2022 | 2021 | Change | Change | | ||||||
| Net cash used in operating activities | | $ | (17,736) | | $ | (34,777) | | $ | 17,041 | 49 | % | |
| Net cash used in investing activities | | (79,678) | | (263,433) | | 183,755 | 70 | % | ||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | | 1,227 | | 415,549 | | (414,322) | 100 | % | ||||
| Change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | | $ | (96,187) | | $ | 117,339 | | $ | (213,526) | NM | |
NM — percentage calculated is not meaningful.
2022
Net cash used in operating activities was $17.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. Net cash used in operating activities consists of net loss of $156.6 million, adjusted for non-cash items and the effect of changes in working capital. Non-cash adjustments primarily include impairment loss on intangible assets and goodwill of $61.4 million, stock-based compensation expense of $27.0 million, depreciation and amortization of $27.9 million, non-cash interest expense of $2.3 million, fair value adjustments to contingent consideration of $6.9 million (loss), and fair value adjustments to earnout liability and private warrant liability of $13.8 million (gain) and $14.5 million (gain), respectively. Net changes in working capital provided $37.2 million, primarily due to increases in insurance-related liabilities and deferred revenue.
Investing Cash Flows
Net cash used in investing activities was $79.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to acquisitions, net of cash acquired of $38.6 million, purchases of investments of $52.5 million, investments to develop internal use software of $8.1 million purchases of property and equipment of $2.4 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $21.9 million.
Financing Cash Flows
Net cash provided by financing activities was $1.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. Net cash provided by financing activities is primarily related to proceeds from advance funding and debt issuance, net of fees of $33.6 million and exercises of options $1.1 million. This was partially offset by shares repurchased to pay income tax withholdings upon vesting of RSUs of $3.1 million, repurchases of stock of $1.8 million, payments of acquisition-related contingent consideration of $0.7 million and advance funding and debt repayments of $30.9 million and $5.2 million, respectively.
2021
Operating Cash Flows
Net cash used in operating activities was $34.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. Net cash used in operating activities consists of net loss of $106.6 million, adjusted for non-cash items and the effect of changes in working capital. Non-cash adjustments primarily include stock-based compensation expense of $38.6 million, depreciation and amortization of $16.4 million, gain on extinguishment of debt of $5.1 million, and fair value adjustments to earnout liability and private warrant liability of $18.5 million and $15.4 million, respectively. Net changes in working capital provided $15.7 million, primarily due to increases in insurance-related liabilities.
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Investing Cash Flows
Net cash used in investing activities was $263.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to acquisitions, net of cash acquired of $256.4 million, purchases of investment of $24.0 million, investments to develop internal use software of $3.7 million purchases of property and equipment of $1.0 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $21.7 million.
Financing Cash Flows
Net cash provided by financing activities was $415.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. Net cash provided by financing activities is primarily related to the issuance of the 2026 Notes of $413.5 million, exercises of warrants of $126.7 million and exercises of options $4.3 million. This was partially offset by financing of the capped call transactions of $52.9 million, debt repayments of $47.0 million and income tax withholdings upon vesting of RSUs of $28.9 million.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
Our principal commitments consist of obligations under leases for office space. For more information regarding our lease obligations, see Note 13 (Leases) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report. In addition, we have a substantial level of debt. For more information regarding our debt service obligations, see Note 7 (Debt) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report. We also have certain non-cancellable purchase commitments primarily for data purchases. As of December 31, 2022, our other contractual commitments associated with agreements that are enforceable and legally binding and that specify all significant terms were payments of $4.6 million due in the next 12 months and $4.6 million due thereafter. For more information regarding our purchase commitments, see Note 16 (Commitments and contingencies) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report. We expect to fund these obligations with cash flows from operations and cash on our balance sheet.
During fiscal 2022 and in future years, we have made and expect to continue to make additional investments in our infrastructure to scale our operations and increase productivity. We plan to enhance the consumer experience, our app and digital platform and integration of data platform across Porch, to invest in development of additional modules across all vertical software businesses and to enhance our corporate systems.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
Since the date of our incorporation, we have not engaged in any off-balance sheet arrangements, as defined in the rules and regulations of the SEC.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1 (Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report, for more information about recent accounting pronouncements, the timing of their adoption, and our assessment, to the extent we have made one, of their potential impact on our financial condition and our results of operations.
FY 2021 10-K MD&A
SEC filing source: 0001558370-22-003720.
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of management. Although the Company believes that its plans, intentions and expectations reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, the Company cannot assure you that it will achieve or realize these plans, intentions or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning the Company’s possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by or include the words “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “projects,” “forecasts,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “seeks,” “plans,” “scheduled,” “anticipates” or “intends” or similar expressions.
Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. You should not put undue reliance on these statements which speak only as of the date hereof. Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the forward-looking statements in this Annual Report do not reflect the potential impact of any divestitures, mergers, acquisitions, or other business combinations that have not been completed as of the date of this filing. You should understand that the following important factors, among others, could affect the Company’s future results and could cause those results or other outcomes to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the Company’s forward-looking statements:
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| ● | expansion plans and opportunities, including recently completed acquisitions as well as future acquisitions or additional business combinations; |
●costs related to being a public company;
●litigation, complaints, and/or adverse publicity;
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| ● | the impact of changes in consumer spending patterns, consumer preferences, local, regional and national economic conditions, crime, weather, demographic trends and employee availability; |
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| ● | further expansion into the insurance industry, and the related federal and state regulatory requirements; |
●privacy and data protection laws, privacy or data breaches, or the loss of data; and
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| ● | the duration and scope of the COVID pandemic, and its continued effect on the business and financial conditions of the Company. |
The risks described in this Annual Report are not exhaustive. New risk factors emerge from time to time and it is not possible for us to predict all such risk factors, nor can the Company assess the impact of all such risk factors on its business or the extent to which any factor or combination of factors may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. All forward- looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the foregoing cautionary statements. The Company undertakes no obligations to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
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Business Overview
Porch is a vertical software platform for the home, providing software and services to over 24,000 home services companies, such as home inspectors, mortgage companies and loan officers, title companies, moving companies, real estate agencies, utility companies, roofers and others. Porch helps these service providers grow their business and improve their customer experience. Porch provides software and services to home services companies and, through these relationships, gains unique and early access to homebuyers and homeowners, assists homebuyers and homeowners with critical services such as insurance and moving, and, in turn, Porch’s platform drives demand for other services from such companies as part of our value proposition. Porch has three types of customers: (1) home services companies, such as home inspectors, mortgage companies, and loan officers and title companies, for whom Porch provides software and services and who pay Porch recurring SaaS fees and increasingly provide introductions to homebuyers and homeowners; (2) consumers, such as homebuyers and homeowners, whom Porch assists with the comparison and provision of various critical home services, such as insurance, moving, security, TV/Internet, and home repair and improvement; and (3) service providers, such as insurance carriers, moving companies, security companies, title companies, mortgage companies and TV/Internet providers, who pay Porch for new customer sign-ups.
Porch has established many partnerships across a number of home-related industries to increase its service offerings for consumers. Additionally, Porch has also proven effective at selectively acquiring companies which can be efficiently integrated into Porch’s platform. In 2017, we significantly expanded our position in the home inspection industry by acquiring ISN™, a developer of ERP and CRM software for home inspectors. In November 2018, we acquired HireAHelper™, a provider of software and demand for moving companies. In 2021, we successfully completed several acquisitions, including V12, HOA, Rynoh, AHP and Floify, to enter into new verticals and increase our capabilities in offering insurance and warranty products to consumers.
We sell our software and services to companies using a variety of sales and marketing tactics. We have teams of inside sales representatives organized by vertical market who engage directly with companies. We have enterprise sales teams which target the large named accounts in each of our vertical markets. These teams are supported by a variety of typical software marketing tactics, including both digital, in-person (such as trade shows and other events) and content marketing.
For consumers, Porch largely relies on our unique and proprietary relationships with over 24,000 companies using Porch’s software to provide the company with end customer access and introductions. Porch then utilizes technology, lifecycle marketing and teams in lower cost locations to operate as a Moving Concierge to assist these consumers with services. Porch has invested in limited direct-to-consumer marketing capabilities, but expects to become more advanced over time with capabilities such as digital and social retargeting.
Key Performance Measures and Operating Metrics
In the management of our businesses, we identify, measure and evaluate a variety of operating metrics. The key performance measures and operating metrics we use in managing our businesses are set forth below. These key performance measures and operating metrics are not prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”), and may not be comparable to or calculated in the same way as other similarly titled measures and metrics used by other companies. The key performance measures presented have been adjusted for divested Porch businesses in 2018 through 2020.
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| ● | Average Companies in Quarter — Porch provides software and services to home services companies and, through these relationships, gains unique and early access to homebuyers and homeowners, assists homebuyers and homeowners with critical services such as insurance, warranty and moving. Porch’s customers include home services companies, for whom Porch provides software and services and who provide introductions to homebuyers and homeowners. Porch tracks the average number of home services companies from which it generates revenue each quarter in order to measure our ability to attract, retain and grow our relationships with home services companies. Porch management defines the average number of companies in a quarter as the straight-line average of the number of companies as of the end of period compared with the beginning of period across all of Porch’s home services verticals that (i) generate recurring revenue and (ii) generated revenue in the |
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| quarter. For new acquisitions, we determine the number of customers in their initial quarter based on the percentage of the quarter they were a part of Porch. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter — Management views Porch’s ability to increase revenue generated from existing customers as a key component of Porch’s growth strategy. Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter is defined as the average revenue per month generated across all our home services company customer accounts in a quarterly period. Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter is derived from all customers and total revenue; not only customers and revenues associated with Porch’s referral network. |
The following table summarizes our Average Companies in Quarter and Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter for each of the quarterly periods indicated:
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| | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | ||||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Average Companies in Quarter | | 13,995 | | 17,120 | | 20,472 | | 24,603 | ||||
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter | | $ | 637 | | $ | 1,000 | | $ | 1,022 | | $ | 699 |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Average Companies in Quarter | | | 10,903 | | 10,523 | | 10,792 | | 11,157 | |||
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter | | $ | 484 | | $ | 556 | | $ | 664 | | $ | 556 |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Average Companies in Quarter | | | 10,199 | | 10,470 | | 10,699 | | 10,972 | |||
| Average Revenue per Account per Month in Quarter | | $ | 305 | | $ | 468 | | $ | 552 | | $ | 450 |
In 2021, the company completed acquisitions of V12 in Q1, HOA and Rynoh in Q2, AHP in Q3 and Floify in Q4, that impacted the average number of companies in the quarter.
Due to COVID-19, some small companies put their business with the Company on hold which is reflected in lower number of total companies in 2020 and higher average revenue per account.
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Monetized Services in Quarter — Porch connects consumers with home services companies nationwide and offers a full range of products and services where homeowners can, among other things: (i) compare and buy home insurance policies (along with auto, flood and umbrella policies) and warranties with competitive rates and coverage; (ii) arrange for a variety of services in connection with their move, from labor to load or unload a truck to full-service, long-distance moving services; (iii) discover and install home automation and security systems; (iv) compare Internet and television options for their new home; (v) book small handyman jobs at fixed, upfront prices with guaranteed quality; and (vi) compare bids from home improvement professionals who can complete bigger jobs. Porch tracks the number of monetized services performed through its platform each quarter and the revenue generated per service performed in order to measure to measure market penetration with homebuyers and homeowners and Porch’s ability to deliver high-revenue services within those groups. Monetized services per quarter is defined as the total number of unique services from which we generated revenue, including, but not limited to, new and renewing insurance and warranty customers, completed moving jobs, security installations, TV/Internet installations or other home projects, measured over a quarterly period. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter — Management believes that shifting the mix of services delivered to homebuyers and homeowners toward higher revenue services is a key component of Porch’s growth strategy. Average revenue per monetized services in quarter is the average revenue generated per monetized service performed in a quarterly period. When calculating Average Revenue per Monetized Service in quarter, average revenue is defined as total quarterly service transaction revenues generated from monetized services. |
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The following table summarizes our monetized services and average revenue per monetized service for each of the quarterly periods indicated:
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| | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | ||||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Monetized Services in Quarter | | 182,779 | | 302,462 | | 329,359 | | 260,352 | ||||
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter | | $ | 92 | | $ | 129 | | $ | 144 | | $ | 132 |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Monetized Services in Quarter | | | 152,165 | | 181,520 | | 198,165 | | 169,949 | |||
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter | | $ | 93 | | $ | 86 | | $ | 97 | | $ | 98 |
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| | | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | |||||||
| | | Q1 | | Q2 | | Q3 | | Q4 | ||||
| Monetized Services in Quarter | | | 185,378 | | 205,887 | | 211,190 | | 172,862 | |||
| Average Revenue per Monetized Service in Quarter | | $ | 43 | | $ | 63 | | $ | 76 | | $ | 78 |
In 2021, the company completed acquisitions of V12 in Q1, HOA and Rynoh in Q2, AHP in Q3 and Floify in Q4, that impacted the number of monetized services in the quarter.
In 2020, the Company shifted insurance monetization from getting paid per quote to earning multiyear insurance commissions, resulting in fewer monetized transactions with higher average revenue.
In March 2020, COVID-19 impacted the service volumes during the period from March until June. The impact on service volumes, largely recovered by June 30, 2020 and after adjusting for insurance monetization remains above prior year volumes.
Recent Developments
Equity and Debt Financing
During 2021, the Company raised $126.7 million of additional equity capital from the exercise of public and private warrants. In September 2021, the Company raised net cash of $413.5 million from the issuance of convertible notes payable. Senior secured debt of $47.0 million was paid down with a portion of the proceeds from the issuance of convertible notes. The Company used $52.9 million of the proceeds from the issuance of convertible notes for the purchase of capped call transactions for purposes of limiting the dilution from the potential conversion of the notes into common stock. The proceeds from these equity and debt offerings provide cash for general corporate purposes and additional merger and acquisitions.
Acquisitions
During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company completed significant business combination transactions. The purpose of each of the acquisitions were to expand the scope and nature of the Company’s product and service offerings, obtain new customer acquisition channels, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. The table below identifies the acquisitions in 2021 related to the vertical software and insurance and warranty segments:
| | | | | | | |
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| | | Vertical Software | | | Insurance | |
| 2021 acquisitions: | | | | | | |
| V12 Data | | $ | 21,756 | | $ | — |
| HOA | | | — | | | 114,828 |
| Rynoh | | | 35,802 | | | — |
| AHP | | | — | | | 46,250 |
| Floify | | | 95,399 | | | — |
| Other acquisitions | | | 32,249 | | | — |
| Total 2021 purchase price consideration | | $ | 185,206 | | $ | 161,078 |
| | | | | | | |
| Total 2020 purchase price consideration | | $ | 17,623 | | $ | — |
| | | | | | | |
| Total 2019 purchase price consideration | | $ | 500 | | $ | — |
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Merger and Public Company Costs
Porch Group, Inc. was originally known as PropTech Acquisition Corporation, a Nasdaq-listed special purpose acquisition company (“PTAC”), which completed its initial public offering in November 2019. In July 2020, PTAC entered into a merger agreement to acquire Porch.com, Inc., and on December 23, 2020 (the “PTAC Merger Closing Date”), the merger was completed and Porch.com, Inc. became a wholly owned subsidiary of PTAC. On the same date, PTAC changed its name from “PropTech Acquisition Corporation” to “Porch Group, Inc.,” and Porch Group, Inc.’s common stock commenced trading on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the ticker “PRCH.” References in this Annual Report to Porch prior to the PTAC Merger Closing Date refer to Porch.com, Inc., which is considered the Company’s accounting predecessor.
While the legal acquirer in the merger agreement was PTAC, for financial accounting and reporting purposes under GAAP, Porch was the accounting acquirer and the merger was accounted for as a “reverse recapitalization.” A reverse recapitalization does not result in a new basis of accounting, and the financial statements of the combined entity represent the continuation of the financial statements of Porch in many respects. Under this method of accounting, PTAC was treated as the “acquired” company for financial reporting purposes. For accounting purposes, Porch was deemed to be the accounting acquirer in the transaction and, consequently, the transaction was treated as a recapitalization of Porch (i.e., a capital transaction involving the issuance of stock by PTAC for the stock of Porch). Accordingly, the consolidated assets, liabilities and results of operations of the pre-merger Porch entity became the historical financial statements of Porch Group, Inc., and PTAC’s assets, liabilities and results of operations were consolidated with Porch beginning on the acquisition date. Operations prior to the PTAC Merger Closing Date are presented as those of Porch. The net assets of PTAC were recognized at historical, with no goodwill or other intangible assets recorded. The most significant change in Porch’s reported financial position and results is an increase in cash of approximately $269.5 million.
As a consequence of the PTAC merger, Porch has become the successor to an SEC-registered and NASDAQ-listed company which will require Porch to hire additional personnel and implement procedures and processes to address public company regulatory requirements and customary practices. Porch expects to incur additional annual expenses as a public company for, among other things, directors’ and officers’ liability insurance, director fees and additional internal and external accounting and legal and administrative resources, including increased audit and legal fees.
COVID-19 Impact
In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared a pandemic related to the global novel coronavirus disease 2019 (“COVID-19”) outbreak. The COVID-19 pandemic and the measures adopted by government entities in response to it have adversely affected Porch’s business operations, which negatively impacted revenue primarily in the first half of 2020. Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and related mitigation measures, Porch’s ability to conduct ordinary business activities has been and may continue to be impaired for an indefinite period. The extent of the continuing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Porch’s operational and financial performance will depend on various future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and impact on the Company’s customers, suppliers, and employees, all of which is uncertain at this time. Porch expects the COVID-19 pandemic to continue to have an uncertain impact on future revenue and results of operations, but Porch is unable to predict at this time the size and duration of such impact. For more information on Porch’s operations and risks related to health epidemics, including the coronavirus, please see “Item 1A. Risk Factors — Risks Relating to Porch’s Business and Industry.”
Adoption of New Accounting Standards
We adopted Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-02, “Leases (Topic 842)” (“ASU 2016-02”), also referred to as Topic 842 at the beginning of fiscal 2021, and as a result, the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2021 is not comparable with that of December 31, 2020.
In addition, in fiscal 2021 we adopted Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments — Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments, ASU No. 2019-04, Codification Improvements to Topic 326 and ASU 2019-05, Financial Instruments — Credit Losses (Topic 326) — Targeted Transition Relief, by using the modified retrospective transition method.
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We also early adopted Accounting Standards Update No. 2020-06, Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20) and Derivatives and Hedging—Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity (Subtopic 815-40): Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2021. See Note 1 (Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report, which is incorporated herein by reference.
Key Factors Affecting Operating Results
The Company has been implementing its strategy as a vertical software platform for the home, providing software and services to over 24,000 home services companies, such as home inspectors, moving companies, utility companies, warranty companies and others. The following are key factors affecting our operating results in 2019, 2020 and 2021:
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
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| ● | Continued investment in growing and expanding our position in the home inspection industry including through our core ERP and CRM software offered by ISN. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Continued investment in growing and expanding our position in providing moving services to consumers as a result of the 2018 acquisition of HireAHelper™, a provider of software and demand for moving companies. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Intentionally building operating leverage in the business by focusing on growing operating expenses at a slower rate than the growth in revenue. We are specifically increasing economies of scale related to our variable selling costs, Moving Concierge call center operations and product and technology costs. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | In 2021, the Company successfully completed several acquisitions, investing $256.4 million in cash, net of cash acquired, and $35.7 million in common stock to acquire companies to expand the scope and nature of the Company’s service offerings, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. Such acquisitions included the following: |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| o | In January 2021, Porch acquired V12 Data, an omnichannel marketing platform. The purpose of the acquisition is to expand the scope and nature of Porch’s service offerings into the mover marketing space, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| o | In April 2021, Porch acquired HOA, an insurance managing general agency and risk-bearing carrier. The purpose of the acquisition is to expand the scope and nature of Porch’s own insurance product offerings, add additional team members with important skillsets, and gain licenses to operate as an insurance carrier. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| o | In May 2021, Porch acquired Rynoh, a software and data analytics company that supports financial management and fraud prevention primarily for the title and real estate industries. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| o | In September 2021, Porch acquired AHP, a company providing home warranty policies. The purpose of the acquisition is to expand the scope and nature of Porch’s product offerings to include a Porch owned warranty product, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| o | In October 2021, Porch acquired Floify, a SaaS software provider to mortgage companies and loan officers that helps create a better mortgage and refinancing experience for their customers. The purpose of the acquisition is to expand the scope and nature of Porch’s SaaS offerings to the mortgage industry, add additional team members with important skillsets, and realize synergies. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | In 2021, a number of holders of warrants exercised their warrants to acquire approximately 11.5 million shares of common stock, resulting in cash proceeds of $126.8 million. All of the unexercised public warrants were redeemed effective as of April 16, 2021. |
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| ● | In September 2021, the Company raised $413.5 million in net proceeds from a private offering of its 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 (the “2026 Notes”). See Note 7 (Debt) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report. The proceeds from this offering, after paying down the Senior Secured Term Loan and purchasing the capped call transactions, increased the Company’s unrestricted cash and cash equivalents balance at December 31, 2021 to $315.7 million. This level of cash is expected to provide sufficient financial resources for the Company’s ongoing plans for future acquisitions and other investments, such as operating leverage and organic growth. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Ongoing expansion in other software verticals related to the home and related services such as title, warranty and mortgage software. |
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes of Porch include the accounts of the Company and its consolidated subsidiaries and were prepared in accordance with GAAP. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.
The Company operates in two operating segments: Vertical Software and Insurance. Operating segments are identified as components of an enterprise about which separate discrete financial information is available for evaluation by the chief operating decision-maker (“CODM”) in making decisions regarding resource allocation and assessing performance. The Company has determined that its Chief Executive Officer is the CODM.
Components of Results of Operations
Total Revenue
The Company generates its Core Services Revenue from (1) fees received for connecting homeowners to individual contractors, small business service providers and large enterprise service providers, (2) commissions from third-party insurance and warranty carriers, and (3) insurance and warranty premiums, policy fees and other insurance-related fees generated through its own insurance carrier. The Company’s Managed Services Revenue is generated from fees received for providing select and limited services directly to homeowners. The Company’s Software and Service Subscription Revenue is generated from fees received for providing subscription access to the Company’s software platforms and subscription services across various industries.
In the Core Services Revenue stream, the Company connects service providers with homeowners that meet pre-defined criteria and may be looking for relevant services. service providers include a variety of service providers throughout a homeowner’s lifecycle, including movers, TV/Internet, warranty, and security monitoring providers, plumbers, electricians, roofers, title companies, etc. The Company also sells home insurance and home warranty policies through the Company’s own insurance subsidiary, as well as for third-party insurance carriers.
Managed Services Revenue includes fees earned from homeowners for providing select services directly to the homeowner, including handyman and moving services. The Company generally invoices for managed services projects on a fixed fee or time and materials basis. The transaction price represents the contractually agreed upon price with the end customer for providing the respective service. Revenue is recognized as services are performed based on an output measure or progress, which is generally over a short duration (e.g., same day). Fees earned for providing managed services projects are non-refundable and there is generally no right of return.
Software and Service Subscription Revenue primarily relates to subscriptions to the Company’s home inspector software, marketing software and services, and other vertical software. The Company’s subscription arrangements for this revenue stream do not provide the customer with the right to take possession of the software supporting the cloud-based application services. The Company’s standard subscription contracts are monthly contracts in which pricing is based on a specified price per inspection completed through the software. Marketing software and services are primarily contractual monthly recurring billings. Fees earned for providing access to the subscription software are non-refundable
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and there is no right of return. Revenue is recognized based on the amount which the Company is entitled to for providing access to the subscription software during the monthly contract term.
Total Costs and Expenses
Operating expenses
Operating expenses are categorized into five categories:
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Cost of revenue; |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Selling and marketing; |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Product and technology; |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | General and administrative; and |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Gains and losses on divestiture of businesses. |
The categories of operating expenses, except gains and losses on divestiture of businesses, include both, cash expenses and non-cash charges, such as stock-based compensation, depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization are recorded in all operating expense categories, and consist of depreciation from property, equipment and software and intangible assets.
Cost of revenue primarily consists of third-party providers for moving labor and services under the Managed Services model, insurance claims losses and loss adjustment expenses including warranty claims, data costs related to marketing campaigns, certain call center costs, credit card processing and merchant fees and operational cost of SaaS businesses.
Selling and marketing expenses primarily consist of deferred policy acquisition costs (“DAC”) of new and renewal insurance contracts, third-party data leads, affiliate and partner leads, paid search and search engine optimization (“SEO”) and marketing (“SEM”) costs, payroll, employee benefits and stock-based compensation expense and other headcount related costs associated with sales efforts directed toward companies and consumers. Selling and marketing costs are classified as either fixed or variable.
The Company capitalizes DAC which consist primarily of commissions, premium taxes and policy underwriting and production expenses that are directly related to the successful acquisition by the Company’s insurance subsidiary of new or renewal insurance contracts. DAC are amortized to expense on a straight-line basis over the terms of the policies to which they relate, which is generally one year. DAC is also reduced by ceding commissions paid by reinsurance companies which represent recoveries of acquisition costs. DAC is periodically reviewed for recoverability and adjusted if necessary.
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Selling and marketing costs are classified as either fixed or variable. Fixed selling and marketing costs primarily consist of compensation of sales management, professional fees and software costs that do not vary with sales volumes. |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | Variable selling and marketing costs consist of DAC amortized to expense reduced by ceding commissions paid by reinsurance companies, third-party leads, affiliates and partner leads, paid search SEO and SEM, advertising costs and compensation for individuals in certain sales and marketing departments that vary with sales volumes. |
Product and technology development costs primarily consist of payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation expense, other headcount related costs associated with product development, net of costs capitalized as
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internally developed software, cloud computing, hosting and other technology costs, software subscriptions, professional services and amortization of internally development software.
General and administrative expenses primarily consist of expenses associated with functional departments for finance, legal, human resources and executive management expenses. The primary categories of expenses include payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation expense and other headcount related costs, rent for office space, legal and professional fees, taxes, licenses and regulatory fees, merger and acquisition transaction costs, and other administrative costs.
Loss on divestiture of businesses primarily consist of losses on the sale of two businesses in 2019. Gain on divestiture of businesses consists of gain on the sale of a business during the year ended December 31, 2020.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
The preparation of the accompanying consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported and disclosed in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. These estimates and assumptions include, but are not limited to, estimated variable consideration for services performed, estimated lifetime value of the insurance agency commissions, current estimate for credit losses, depreciable lives for property and equipment, the valuation of and useful lives for acquired intangible assets, goodwill, the valuation allowance on deferred tax assets, assumptions used in stock-based compensation expense, unpaid losses for insurance claims and loss adjustment expenses, contingent consideration, earnout liabilities and private warrant liabilities, all of which are evaluated by management. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates and assumptions, and those differences could be material to the consolidated financial statements.
At least quarterly, we evaluate our estimates and assumptions and make changes accordingly. For information on our significant accounting policies, see Note 1 (Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report.
Certain accounting policies have a more significant impact on our financial statements due to the size of the financial statement elements and prevalence of their application. The following is a summary of some of the more critical accounting policies and estimates.
Revenue Recognition
Effective January 1, 2019, the Company’s revenue recognition policy is a critical policy due to the adoption of the guidance from ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, and because of the variety of revenue generating transactions.
The Company determines revenue recognition through the following five-step framework:
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | identification of the contract, or contracts, with a customer; |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | identification of the performance obligations in the contract; |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | determination of the transaction price; |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | allocation of the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract; and |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ● | recognition of revenue when, or as, the Company satisfies a performance obligation. |
The Company identifies performance obligations in its contracts with customers (excluding insurance contracts), which primarily include delivery of homeowner leads or the sale of insurance policies (Core Services Revenue),
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performance of home project and moving services (Managed Services Revenue), and providing access to the Company’s software platforms (Software Subscription Revenue). The transaction price is determined based on the amount which the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for providing the promised services to the customer. The transaction price in the contract is allocated to each distinct performance obligation on a relative standalone selling price basis. Revenue is recognized when performance obligations are satisfied. In certain transactions the transaction price is considered variable and an estimate of the constrained transaction price is recorded by the Company. Changes in variable consideration may result in an increase or a decrease to revenue. Changes to the estimated variable consideration were not material for the periods presented.
Contract payment terms vary from due upon receipt to net 30 days. Collectability is assessed based on a number of factors including collection history and creditworthiness of the customer. If collectability of substantially all consideration to which the Company is entitled under the contract is determined to be not probable, revenue is not recorded until collectability becomes probable at a later date.
Stock-Based Compensation
Accounting for stock-based compensation is a critical accounting policy due to the broad-based equity awards provided to employees at all levels within the Company and the use of equity awards as part of the strategy to retain employees as a result of mergers and acquisitions. The Company issues stock-based compensation to employees and nonemployees in the form of stock options and restricted stock awards, including market-based restricted stock awards.
The fair value of stock options is based on the date of the grant using the Black-Scholes option pricing model. There are a variety of estimates in the Black-Scholes opinion pricing model, including the determination of the fair value of the Company’s common stock, expected volatility, term, dividends and risk-free rate. The awards are accounted for by recognizing the fair value of the related award over the requisite service period, which is generally the vesting period. The awards are generally expensed on a straight-line basis, except for awards with performance or market conditions which are expensed on a graded vesting basis. Forfeitures are accounted for when they occur.
The fair value of restricted stock awards is determined using the closing price of the Company’s common stock on the grant date. The value of market-based restricted stock units is determined using a Monte Carlo simulation model that utilizes significant assumptions, including volatility, that determine the probability of satisfying the market condition stipulated in the award to calculate the fair value of the award.
Business Combinations
The Company has engaged in mergers and acquisitions and intends to continue to make acquisitions a significant part of our growth strategy. The Company made acquisitions with cash and non-cash consideration totaling $346.3 million in 2021 and $17.6 million in 2020. The Company accounts for business acquisitions using the acquisition method of accounting and records any identifiable intangible assets separate from goodwill. Intangible assets are recorded at their fair value based on estimates as of the date of acquisition. Goodwill is recorded as the residual amount of the purchase price consideration less the fair value assigned to the individual identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the date of acquisition. The accounting estimates associated with acquisitions are complex due to judgements and assumptions involved in determining (1) the total consideration paid because we have used cash, stock and earnouts and (2) the value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. The Company allocates the purchase price of the acquisition to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on estimates of the fair value at the dates of the acquisitions. Contingent consideration, which represents an obligation of the Company to make additional payments or equity interests to the former owner as part of the purchase price if specified future events occur or conditions are met, is accounted for at the acquisition date fair value either as a liability or as equity depending on the terms of the acquisition agreement.
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Results of Operations
Comparison of Year Ended December 31, 2021 to Year Ended December 31, 2020
The net loss in 2021 of $106.6 million compared with the net loss in 2020 of $54.0 million was impacted by large stock-based compensation charges totaling $23.0 million related to employee and CEO earnout restricted stock in 2021, and 2021 losses on the remeasurement of earnout and private warrant liabilities that totaled $33.9 million.
The following table sets forth our historical operating results for the periods indicated, with fiscal year 2020 incorporating operating results of since-divested businesses:
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| | | Year Ended December 31, | | $ | | % | | |||||
| | | 2021 | 2020 | | Change | Change | | |||||
| | | (dollar amounts in thousands) | | | | | | | ||||
| Revenue | | $ | 192,433 | | $ | 72,299 | | $ | 120,134 | | 166 | % |
| Operating expenses: | | | | | | | | |||||
| Cost of revenue | | 58,725 | | 17,562 | | | 41,163 | | 234 | % | ||
| Selling and marketing | | 84,273 | | 41,665 | | | 42,608 | | 102 | % | ||
| Product and technology | | 47,005 | | 28,546 | | | 18,459 | | 65 | % | ||
| General and administrative | | 85,795 | | 28,199 | | | 57,596 | | 204 | % | ||
| Gain on divestiture of business | | | — | | | (1,442) | | | 1,442 | | NM | % |
| Total operating expenses | | 275,798 | | 114,530 | | | 161,268 | | 141 | % | ||
| Operating loss | | (83,365) | | (42,231) | | | (41,134) | | 97 | % | ||
| Other income (expense): | | | | | | | ||||||
| Interest expense | | (5,757) | | (14,734) | | | 8,977 | | (61) | % | ||
| Change in fair value of earnout liability | | | (18,519) | | | — | | | (18,519) | | NM | |
| Change in fair value of private warrant liability | | | (15,389) | | | 2,427 | | | (17,816) | | NM | |
| Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt | | | 5,110 | | | 5,748 | | | (638) | | NM | |
| Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses | | | 701 | | | — | | | 701 | | NM | |
| Other income (expense), net | | 340 | | (6,931) | | | 7,271 | | NM | % | ||
| Total other income (expense) | | (33,514) | | (13,490) | | | (20,024) | | 148 | % | ||
| Loss before income taxes | | (116,879) | | (55,721) | | | (61,158) | | 110 | % | ||
| Income tax benefit (expense) | | 10,273 | | 1,689 | | | 8,584 | | NM | | ||
| Net loss | | $ | (106,606) | | $ | (54,032) | | $ | (52,574) | | 97 | % |
| Induced conversion of preferred stock | | | — | | | (17,284) | | | 17,284 | | NM | |
| Net loss attributable to common stockholders | | $ | (106,606) | | $ | (71,316) | | $ | (35,290) | | 49 | % |
NM — percentage calculated is not meaningful.
Year ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Revenue
Total revenue increased by $120.1 million, or 166% from $72.3 million in 2020 to $192.4 million in 2021. The increase in revenue in 2021 is driven by acquisitions and organic growth in our insurance business, moving services, and inspection business which contributed an aggregate of $124.4 million of the revenue, offset in part by the revenue contributed by divested businesses in 2020 of $4.3 million.
Cost of Revenue
Cost of revenue increased by $41.2 million, or 234% from $17.6 million in 2020 to $58.7 million in 2021. The increase in the cost of revenue was primarily attributable to the acquisition of HOA and AHP, which increased cost of
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revenue by $18.3 million for insurance losses, loss adjustment expenses and warranty claims. The growth in the moving business was $7.5 million, the data costs associated with marketing campaigns increased $8.2 million, certain call center operating costs increased $2.7 million and all other $4.5 million. As a percentage of revenue, cost of revenue represented 31% of revenue in 2021 compared with 24% in 2020.
Selling and marketing
Selling and marketing expenses increased by $42.6 million, or 102% from $41.7 million in 2020 to $84.3 million in 2021. The increase is due to $40.7 million related to higher selling and marketing costs associated with the growth in our moving, inspection and insurance businesses, as well as the selling and marketing costs of our acquired businesses. The selling and marketing costs of the acquired business mainly relate to the underwriting and policy acquisition costs for HOA and additional selling and marketing expenses for V12, AHP, Floify and Rynoh. Additionally, there was an increase of $3.7 million in stock-based compensation expenses. This is offset in part by our divested businesses’ selling and marketing costs of $1.8 million in 2020 that did not recur in 2021. As a percentage of revenue, selling and marketing expenses represented 44% of revenue in 2021 compared with 58% in 2020. The improvement in selling and marketing expenses as a percentage of revenue is due to the growing economies of scale in the insurance, inspection and moving groups.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 |
| Variable sales and marketing costs | | $ | 58,317 | | $ | 32,328 | | $ | 43,942 |
| Fixed sales and marketing costs | | | 25,956 | | | 9,337 | | | 12,278 |
| Selling and marketing | | $ | 84,273 | | $ | 41,665 | | $ | 56,220 |
Product and technology
Product and technology expenses increased by $18.5 million, or 65% from $28.5 million in 2020 to $47 million in 2021. The increase is due to investments in moving, insurance, and inspection groups due to the growth in these businesses, product and technology costs from our acquired businesses and $2.0 million higher stock-based compensation expense. The product and technology costs of the acquired businesses attributed to $14.6 million of the increase, most notably V12, Floify and Rynoh. As a percentage of revenue, product and technology expenses represented 24% of revenue in 2021 compared with 39% in 2020. The improvement in product and technology expenses as a percentage of revenue is due to the growing economies of scale in the overall business.
General and administrative
General and administrative expenses increased by $57.6 million, or 204% from $28.2 million in 2020 to $85.8 million in 2021. The increase is primarily due to an increase in stock-based compensation of $21.6 million, increased legal, accounting, and professional expenses of $10.1 million as a public company that we did not incur as a private company in 2020. In addition, in 2021 there were higher costs related to increased hiring of corporate resources and employer portion of taxes related to vesting of restricted stock awards and bonuses. There were several acquisitions that were not a part of the Company in 2020, this led to an overall increase of $27 million of G&A costs incurred by the acquired entities. Additionally, from March 2020 through August 2020, the Company reduced pay for certain employees and partially or fully furloughed certain employees therefore reducing compensation expense in 2020.
Stock-based compensation consists of expense related to (1) equity awards granted as compensation in the normal course of business operations, (2) employee earnout restricted stock (see Note 9 Stock-Based Compensation to the
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accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report), and (3) a secondary market transaction (dollar amounts in thousands):
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| | | 2021 | | 2020 | | 2019 | |||
| Secondary market transaction | | $ | 1,933 | | $ | 1,616 | | $ | 33,232 |
| Employee earnout restricted stock | | | 22,961 | | | — | | | — |
| Employee awards | | 13,698 | | 9,680 | | 2,740 | |||
| Total stock-based compensation expenses | | $ | 38,592 | | $ | 11,296 | | $ | 35,972 |
In 2019 and 2020, the Company’s CEO and certain executives of the Company entered into a series of secondary market transactions related to Porch.com redeemable convertible preferred stock. Refer to “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” in the 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K/A as filed with the SEC on May 19, 2021 for the description of 2019 Secondary Stock Transaction. In 2020, stock-based compensation expense of $1.6 million was recorded related to these awards. The remaining stock-based compensation expense of $1.9 million related to these awards was recognized in the first quarter of 2021.
Loss on divestiture of businesses
There were no divestitures of businesses in 2021. In 2020, the Company divested a business tied to the Company’s early direct-to-consumer marketplace strategy. The Company recorded a gain on divestiture of $1.4 million in 2020.
Interest expense, net
Interest expense decreased by $8.9 million, or 61% from $14.7 million in 2020 to $5.8 million in 2021. This was primarily due to the pay down of high-rate debt to lower average levels in the first nine months of 2021 and the ultimate payoff of the senior secured debt in September 2021, lower average effective rates in 2021 offset by the interest expense related to the $425 million of convertible debt borrowing in September 2021.
Change in fair value of earnout liability
Change in fair value of earnout liability was $18.5 million (loss) in 2021. During 2021, $54.9 million of the earnout liability was reclassified to additional paid in capital as a result of vesting events in 2021.
Change in fair value of private warrant liability
Change in fair value of private warrant liability was $15.4 million (loss) and $2.4 million (gain) in 2021. During 2021, $31.7 million was reclassified to additional paid in capital as a result of warrant exercises. There were no exercises during 2020.
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt
Gain on extinguishment of debt was $5.1 million and $5.7 million in 2021 and 2020, respectively. The $5.1 million gain in 2021 consists of the $8.2 million gain on extinguishment of the Porch PPP Loan, offset by the $3.1 million loss on repayment of all outstanding obligations under the Company’s senior secured term loans. The $5.7 million gain in the 2020 relates to the net impact of extinguishments of several Company’s legacy promissory notes.
Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses
Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses was $0.7 million in 2021. In April 2021, the Company acquired Homeowners of America Insurance Company that maintains a short-term and long-term investment portfolio that generated investment income for nine months in 2021. The Company did not have any material investments in 2020.
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Other income (expense), net
Other income (expense) was $0.3 million of income, net in 2021 compared to $6.9 million of expense, net in 2020. In 2020, the Company recorded $4.0 million of transaction costs related to the recapitalization, and a combined $3.5 million loss on the remeasurement and extinguishment of debt and Legacy Porch warrants.
Income tax benefit (expense)
Income tax benefit of $10.3 million was recognized in 2021 primarily due to the partial release of the Company’s valuation allowance as a result of deferred tax liabilities from acquisitions. Income tax benefit of $1.7 million was recognized in 2020 primarily due to the partial release of the Company’s valuation allowance as a result of deferred tax liabilities from acquisitions. The Company’s effective tax rate in both periods differs substantially from the statutory tax rate primarily due to a full valuation allowance related to the Company’s net deferred tax assets.
Comparison of Year Ended December 31, 2020 to Year Ended December 31, 2019
The net loss in 2020 of $54.0 million compared with the net loss in 2019 of $103.3 million was impacted by a large, one-time stock-based compensation charge of $33.2 million related to the Company’s CEO 2019 secondary stock sale transaction, 2019 losses on the remeasurement or extinguishment of debt and warrants that totaled $9.0 million, and a $5.0 million gain on a divestiture of a businesses in 2019.
The following table sets forth our historical operating results for the periods indicated, with fiscal year 2019 incorporating operating results of since-divested businesses:
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| | | Year Ended December 31, | | $ | | % | | |||||
| | | 2020 | 2019 | | Change | Change | | |||||
| | | (dollar amounts in thousands) | | | | | | | ||||
| Revenue | | $ | 72,299 | | $ | 77,595 | | $ | (5,296) | | (7) | % |
| Operating expenses: | | | | | | | | |||||
| Cost of revenue | | 17,562 | | 21,500 | | | (3,938) | | (18) | % | ||
| Selling and marketing | | 41,665 | | 56,220 | | | (14,555) | | (26) | % | ||
| Product and technology | | 28,546 | | 30,992 | | | (2,446) | | (8) | % | ||
| General and administrative | | 28,199 | | 52,011 | | | (23,812) | | (46) | % | ||
| Gain on divestiture of business | | | (1,442) | | 4,994 | | | (6,436) | | NM | % | |
| Total operating expenses | | 114,530 | | 165,717 | | | (51,187) | | (31) | % | ||
| Operating loss | | (42,231) | | (88,122) | | | 45,891 | | (52) | % | ||
| Other income (expense): | | | | | | | ||||||
| Interest expense | | (14,734) | | (7,134) | | | (7,600) | | 107 | % | ||
| Change in fair value of earnout liability | | | — | | | — | | | — | | NM | |
| Change in fair value of private warrant liability | | | 2,427 | | | — | | | 2,427 | | NM | |
| Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt | | | 5,748 | | | (483) | | | 6,231 | | NM | |
| Investment income and realized gains, net of investment expenses | | | — | | | — | | | — | | NM | |
| Other income (expense), net | | (6,931) | | (7,484) | | | 553 | | (7) | % | ||
| Total other income (expense) | | (13,490) | | (15,101) | | | 1,611 | | (11) | % | ||
| Loss before income taxes | | (55,721) | | (103,223) | | | 47,502 | | (46) | % | ||
| Income tax benefit (expense) | | 1,689 | | (96) | | | 1,785 | | NM | | ||
| Net loss | | $ | (54,032) | | $ | (103,319) | | $ | 49,287 | | (48) | % |
| Induced conversion of preferred stock | | | (17,284) | | | — | | | (17,284) | | NM | |
| Net loss attributable to common stockholders | | $ | (71,316) | | $ | (103,319) | | $ | 32,003 | | (31) | % |
NM — percentage calculated is not meaningful.
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Year ended December 31, 2020 and 2019
Revenue
Total revenue decreased by $5.3 million, or 7% from $77.6 million in the year ended December 31, 2019 to $72.3 million in the year ended December 31, 2020. Revenue decreased by $17.7 million due to divested Porch businesses, offset by increase in revenue in 2020 primarily driven by the growth in our moving services and insurance businesses, which contributed $13.8 million of the revenue increase in 2020. As Porch has grown the number of companies that use our software and services, we have been able to grow our B2B2C (“Business to Business to Consumer”) and move related services revenues. This includes revenues related to moving, insurance, TV/Internet connections, and security.
Cost of Revenue
Cost of revenue decreased by $3.9 million, or 18% from $21.5 million in the year ended December 31, 2019 to $17.6 million in the year ended December 31, 2020. The decrease in the cost of revenue was mostly attributable to a $5.9 million of costs related to divested businesses, offset by growth in moving services. As a percentage of revenue, cost of revenue represented 24% of revenue in 2020 compared to 28% in 2019.
Selling and marketing
Selling and marketing expenses decreased by $14.5 million, or 26% from $56.2 million in the year ended December 31, 2019 to $41.7 million in the year ended December 31, 2020. The decrease is due to $6.8 million related to divested businesses, $7.6 million mainly related to savings in third party data leads and marketing costs. The spend on data leads was optimized by focusing on the most productive lead sources that reduced overall spend and generated higher revenue. As a percentage of revenue, selling and marketing expenses represented 58% of revenue in 2020 compared with 73% in 2019 due to the economies of scale.
Product and technology
Product and technology expenses decreased by $2.5 million, or 8% from $31 million in the year ended December 31, 2019 to $28.5 million in the year ended December 31, 2020. The $2.7 million decrease is due to divested businesses of $3.1 million, offset by growth in our moving group. As a percentage of revenue, product and technology expenses represented 39% of revenue in 2020 compared with 40% in 2019.
General and administrative
General and administrative expenses decreased by $23.8 million, or 46% from $52 million in the year ended December 31, 2019 to $28.2 million in the year ended December 31, 2020. primarily due to a significantly higher stock-based compensation charge related to the 2019 secondary market transaction as indicated in the table below, offset by higher stock-based compensation related to employee awards in 2020.
Stock-based compensation consists of expense related to (1) equity awards in the normal course of business operations and (2) a secondary market transaction as described below (dollar amounts in thousands):
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | | 2020 | | 2019 | ||
| Secondary market transaction | | $ | 1,616 | | $ | 33,232 |
| Employee awards | | 9,680 | | 2,740 | ||
| Total stock-based compensation expenses | | $ | 11,296 | | $ | 35,972 |
In May 2019, the Company’s CEO purchased a total of 16,091,277 legacy Porch.com shares of redeemable convertible preferred stock from a significant Porch stockholder at the time for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $4.0 million ($0.25 per legacy Porch.com share). The Company determined that the purchase price was below fair value of such shares and as result recorded compensation expense of approximately $33.2 million in general
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and administrative expense for the difference between the purchase price and fair value. This secondary stock transaction was a transaction negotiated by such significant Porch stockholder and the CEO, whereby the CEO transferred funds for the purchase to the selling shareholder and did not involve a grant of new shares by the Company to the CEO. Due to the unique circumstances, this stock-based compensation charge in 2019 attributable to the CEO purchasing stock from a shareholder is not expected to reoccur in future years.
In July 2019, the Company’s CEO and Founder subsequently sold 901,940 shares of legacy Porch.com redeemable convertible preferred stock as an incentive to eleven executives of the Company at the same price at which the shares were initially acquired in the May 2019 transaction. The Company has the right to repurchase such shares if certain service vesting conditions and performance conditions are not met. In December 2020, the performance vesting conditions were met, and compensation expense of $1.6 million was recorded in 2020 related to these awards. The remaining stock compensation related to the award will be recognized over the remaining service period.
Loss on divestiture of businesses
In each of 2020 and 2019, the Company divested a business tied to the Company’s early Direct to Consumer (“D2C”) marketplace strategy. The Company recorded a gain on divestiture of $1.4 million in 2020, and a loss on divestiture of $5.0 million in 2019.
Interest expense, net
Interest expense increased by $7.6 million, or 107% from $7.1 million in the year ended December 31, 2019 to $14.7 million in the year ended December 31, 2020. The increase was primarily due to higher average interest-bearing debt outstanding throughout 2020 compared to 2019. Over the course of the year, the Company borrowed more than $67 million of high-interest bearing debt which was mostly paid off upon the Merger, which resulted in higher interest payments and write offs of the related debt issuance costs.
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt was $5.7 million (gain) and $0.5 million (loss) in 2020 and 2019, respectively. These gains and losses relate to the net impact of extinguishments of several Company’s legacy promissory notes.
Change in fair value of private warrant liability
Gain in fair value of private warrant liability was $2.4 million in the year ended December 31, 2020. Private warrant liability was established for private warrants issued in connection with the Merger on December 23, 2020. The change in fair value of private warrant liability in each period is presented as a non-cash gain or loss in the Company’s consolidated statements of operations.
Other income (expense), net
Other expense, net was a $6.9 million in the year ended December 31, 2020, compared to $7.5 million in the year ended December 31, 2019. Losses on the remeasurement of debt and warrants totaled $3.5 million and $8.2 million in 2020 and 2019, respectively. In 2020, the Company recorded $4.0 million in transaction costs related to the Merger.
Income tax benefit (expense)
The income tax benefit of $1.7 million in 2020 was due to the partial release of the Company’s valuation allowance as a result of deferred tax liabilities from acquisitions. The income tax expense was not material in 2019. The Company continues to recognize a full valuation allowance against substantially all of its net deferred tax assets.
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Segment Results of Operations
We operate our business as two reportable segments that are also our operating segments: Vertical Software and Insurance. For additional information about our segments, see Note 17 (Segment Information) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report.
Segment Revenue
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| | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 |
| Revenue: | | | | | | | | | |
| Vertical Software | | $ | 137,150 | | $ | 63,799 | | $ | 59,259 |
| Insurance | | | 55,283 | | | 4,166 | | | — |
| Divested Businesses | | | — | | | 4,334 | | | 18,336 |
| Total revenue | | $ | 192,433 | | $ | 72,299 | | $ | 77,595 |
In 2021 the Vertical Software segment revenues were $137.1 million or 71% of total revenue. The Company acquired V12, Rynoh and Floify in January 2021, May 2021 and October 2021, respectively.
The Insurance segment revenues were $55.3 million or 29% of total revenue during the same period. The Company acquired Homeowners of America Insurance Company and American Home Protect in April 2021 and September 2021, respectively. In 2020, our insurance revenue was generated solely from third-party insurance carriers through EIG, which began its operations in early 2020.
Segment Adjusted EBITDA (Loss)
Segment Adjusted EBITDA (loss) is defined as revenue less operating expenses associated with our segments. Segment Adjusted EBITDA (loss) also excludes non-cash items, certain transactions that are not indicative of ongoing segment operating and financial performance and are not reflective of the Company’s core operations. See Note 17 (Segment Information) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report for additional information.
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| | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 |
| Segment adjusted EBITDA (loss): | | | | | | | | | |
| Vertical Software | | $ | 20,733 | | $ | 12,718 | | $ | 4,616 |
| Insurance | | | 9,007 | | | 405 | | | — |
| Corporate and Other(1) | | | (53,760) | | | (30,001) | | | (36,645) |
| Divested Businesses | | | — | | | (1,441) | | | (4,806) |
| Total segment adjusted EBITDA (loss)(2) | | $ | (24,020) | | $ | (18,319) | | $ | (36,835) |
(1) Includes costs that are not directly attributable to our reportable segments, as well as certain shared costs.
(2) See reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA (loss) to net loss below.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This Annual Report includes non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted EBITDA (loss), Adjusted EBITDA (loss) as a percent of revenue, average revenue per monetized service and contribution margin.
Porch defines Adjusted EBITDA (loss) as net income (loss) adjusted for interest expense, net, income taxes, other expenses, net, depreciation and amortization, certain non-cash long-lived asset impairment charges, stock-based compensation expense and acquisition-related impacts, amortization of intangible assets, gains (losses) recognized on changes in the value of contingent consideration arrangements, if any, gain or loss on divestures and certain transaction costs. Adjusted EBITDA (loss) as a percent of revenue is defined as Adjusted EBITDA (loss) divided by GAAP total revenue. Average revenue per monetized services in quarter is the average revenue generated per monetized service
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performed in a quarterly period. When calculating average revenue per monetized service in a quarter, average revenue is defined as total quarterly service transaction revenues generated from monetized services.
Contribution margin is calculated as revenue less cost of revenue less variable selling and marketing costs. Variable selling and marketing costs consist of third-party leads, affiliates, paid search engine optimization (“SEO”) and search engine marketing (“SEM”), advertising costs and compensation for individuals in certain sales and marketing departments.
Porch management uses these non-GAAP financial measures as supplemental measures of Porch’s operating and financial performance, for internal budgeting and forecasting purposes, to evaluate financial and strategic planning matters, and to establish certain performance goals for incentive programs. Porch believes that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with useful information to evaluate Porch’s operating and financial performance and trends and in comparing Porch’s financial results with competitors, other similar companies and companies across different industries, many of which present similar non-GAAP financial measures to investors. However, Porch’s definitions and methodology in calculating these non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to those used by other companies. In addition, Porch may modify the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures in the future, and any such modification may be material.
You should not consider these non-GAAP financial measures in isolation, as a substitute to or superior to financial performance measures determined in accordance with GAAP. The principal limitation of these non-GAAP financial measures is that they exclude specified income and expenses, some of which may be significant or material, that are required by GAAP to be recorded in Porch’s consolidated financial statements. Porch may also incur future income or expenses similar to those excluded from these non-GAAP financial measures, and Porch’s presentation of these measures should not be construed as an inference that future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures reflect the exercise of management judgment about which income and expense are included or excluded in determining these non-GAAP financial measures.
See the reconciliation tables below for more details regarding these non-GAAP financial measures, including the reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures.
Revenue Less Cost of Revenue and Contribution Margin
The following table reconciles revenue to contribution margin for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively (dollar amounts in thousands):
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| | Year Ended December 31, | | ||||||||
| | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | | ||||||
| Revenue | | $ | 192,433 | | $ | 72,299 | | $ | 77,595 | |
| Less: Cost of revenue | | (58,725) | | (17,562) | | (21,500) | | |||
| Revenue less cost of revenue | | 133,708 | | 54,737 | | 56,095 | | |||
| Less: Variable selling and marketing costs | | | (58,317) | | | (32,328) | | | (43,942) | |
| Contribution margin | | $ | 75,391 | | $ | 22,409 | | $ | 12,153 | |
| Contribution margin as a percentage of revenue | | | 39 | % | | 31 | % | | 16 | % |
| Less: Fixed selling and marketing costs | | | 25,956 | | | 9,337 | | | 12,278 | |
| Less: Product and technology costs | | | 47,005 | | | 28,546 | | | 30,992 | |
| Less: General and administrative costs | | | 85,795 | | | 28,199 | | | 52,011 | |
| Less: Gain on divestiture of businesses | | | - | | | (1,442) | | | 4,994 | |
| Total Operating expenses | | $ | 275,798 | | $ | 114,530 | | $ | 165,717 | |
| Operating Loss | | $ | (83,365) | | $ | (42,231) | | $ | (88,122) | |
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Contribution margin increased by $53.0 million, or 236.4% from $22.4 million in the year ended December 31, 2020 to $75.4 million in the year ended December 31, 2021. The increase is comprised of $48.7 million contributed by our acquired businesses, with the remainder due to the growth in our vertical software and insurance segments.
Adjusted EBITDA (loss)
The following table reconciles net loss to Adjusted EBITDA (loss) for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively (dollar amounts in thousands):
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| | Year Ended December 31, | | ||||||||
| | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | | ||||||
| Net loss | | $ | (106,606) | | $ | (54,032) | | $ | (103,319) | |
| Interest expense | | 5,757 | | 14,734 | | 7,134 | | |||
| Income tax (benefit) expense | | (10,273) | | (1,689) | | 96 | | |||
| Depreciation and amortization | | 16,386 | | 6,644 | | 7,377 | | |||
| Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt | | | (5,110) | | | (5,748) | | | 483 | |
| Other expense (income), net(1) | | (340) | | 6,931 | | 7,484 | | |||
| Non-cash long-lived asset impairment charge | | 550 | | 611 | | 1,534 | | |||
| Non-cash stock-based compensation expense | | 38,592 | | 11,296 | | 35,972 | | |||
| Revaluation of contingent consideration | | (2,244) | | 1,700 | | (300) | | |||
| Revaluation of earnout liability | | | 18,519 | | | — | | | — | |
| Revaluation of private warrant liability | | | 15,389 | | | (2,427) | | | — | |
| Acquisition and related expense(2) | | 5,360 | | 311 | | 6,704 | | |||
| SPAC transaction bonus | | | — | | | 3,350 | | | — | |
| Adjusted EBITDA (loss) | | $ | (24,020) | | $ | (18,319) | | $ | (36,835) | |
| Adjusted EBITDA (loss) as a percentage of revenue | | | (12) | % | | (25) | % | | (47) | % |
| Column 1 | Column 2 |
|---|---|
| (1) | Other expense, net includes: |
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| | Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
| | | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | |||||
| Loss on remeasurement of debt | | $ | — | | $ | 895 | | $ | 6,159 |
| Loss on remeasurement of Legacy Porch warrants | | — | | 2,584 | | 2,090 | |||
| Transaction costs - recapitalization | | | — | | | 3,974 | | | — |
| Gain on settlement of accounts payable | | (175) | | (796) | | (735) | |||
| Other, net | | (165) | | 274 | | (30) | |||
| | | $ | (340) | | $ | 6,931 | | $ | 7,484 |
| Column 1 | Column 2 |
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| (2) | Acquisition and related expense, net includes: |
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| | | 2021 | | 2020 | | 2019 | |||
| Loss (gain) on divestiture of businesses | | $ | — | | $ | (1,442) | | $ | 4,994 |
| Professional fees and transaction expenses | | 5,360 | | 1,753 | | 1,710 | |||
| | | $ | 5,360 | | $ | 311 | | $ | 6,704 |
Adjusted EBITDA (loss) for the year ended December 31, 2021 was $24 million, a $5.7 million decline from Adjusted EBITDA (loss) of $18.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2020. The increase in Adjusted EBITDA (loss) from 2020 to 2021 was mainly due to the weather-related loss impact of the HOA business, increased investments in our product, data platform and marketing channels, and higher general and administrative costs as a public company. This was offset by the growth in our vertical software and insurance segments and acquired businesses.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
Since inception, as a private company, we have financed our operations primarily from the sales of redeemable convertible preferred stock and convertible promissory notes, and proceeds from senior secured loans. On December 23, 2020, the Company received approximately $269.5 million of aggregate cash proceeds from recapitalization, net of transactions costs.
During 2021, the Company raised $126.7 million from exercise of public warrants and $4.3 million for the exercise of stock options.
In September 2021, the Company completed a private offering of $425 million aggregate principal amounts of its 2026 Notes. The Company used a portion of the net proceeds from the 2026 Notes offering to repay all outstanding obligations under a Loan and Security Agreement, dated as of July 22, 2020 (as subsequently amended, the “Runway Loan Agreement”), among the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary Porch.com, Inc., as borrower representative, a syndicate of lenders party thereto, the other borrowers party thereto, the guarantors party thereto and Runway Growth Finance Corp (f/k/a Runway Growth Credit Fund Inc.), as administrative agent and collateral agent, pursuant to which there was a $40.4 million senior secured term loan outstanding (the “Senior Secured Term Loan”). The total repayment amount of $42.8 million consisted of outstanding principal, accrued interest, prepayment fees and related expenses. Concurrent with such repayment in full of all outstanding obligations under the Senior Secured Term Loan on September 16, 2021, the Runway Loan Agreement (and all commitments and liens thereunder) was terminated. A loss on extinguishment of $3.1 million was recorded.
As of December 31, 2021, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $315.7 million and $9.1 million of restricted cash.
The Company has incurred losses since its inception, and has an accumulated deficit at December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020 totaling $424.1 million and $317.5 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2021, and December 31, 2020 the Company had $425.6 million and $50.8 million aggregate principal amount outstanding on term loans and promissory notes, respectively.
Based on the Company’s current operating and growth plan, management believes cash and cash equivalents at December 31, 2021, are sufficient to finance the Company’s operations, planned capital expenditures, working capital requirements and debt service obligations for at least the next 12 months. As the Company’s operations evolve and continues its growth strategy, including through acquisitions, the Company may elect or need to obtain alternative sources of capital, and it may finance additional liquidity needs in the future through one or more equity or debt financings. The Company may not be able to obtain equity or additional debt financing in the future when needed or, if available, the terms may not be satisfactory to the Company or could be dilutive to its stockholders.
Porch Group, Inc. is a holding company that transacts a majority of its business through operating subsidiaries, including insurance subsidiaries. Consequently, the Company’s ability to pay dividends and expenses is largely dependent on dividends or other distributions from its subsidiaries. Porch’s insurance company subsidiaries are highly regulated and are restricted by statute as to the amount of dividends they may pay without the prior approval of their respective regulatory authorities. As of December 31, 2021, cash of $35.1 million and investments held by these companies was $67.6 million.
Insurance companies in the United States are also required by state law to maintain a minimum level of policyholder’s surplus. Insurance regulators in the states in which we operate have a risk-based capital standard designed to identify property and casualty insurers that may be inadequately capitalized based on inherent risks of the insurer’s assets and liabilities and its mix of net written premium. Insurers falling below a calculated threshold may be subject to varying degrees of regulatory action. As of December 31, 2021, the total adjusted capital of our U.S. insurance subsidiary was in excess of its respective prescribed risk-based capital requirements.
The Company has used the proceeds from debt and equity principally to fund general operations and acquisitions.
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In 2021 and 2020, the Company invested $256.4 million and $7.8 million (net of cash acquired) to acquire a number of companies, in transactions accounted for as business combinations.
The following table provides a summary of cash flow data for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020:
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| | | 2021 | 2020 | Change | Change | | ||||||
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| Net cash used in operating activities | | $ | (34,777) | | $ | (48,669) | | $ | 13,892 | (29) | % | |
| Net cash used in investing activities | | (263,433) | | (10,671) | | (252,762) | NM | | ||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | | 415,549 | | 259,614 | | 155,935 | 60 | % | ||||
| Change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | | $ | 117,339 | | $ | 200,274 | | $ | (82,935) | NM | |
NM — percentage calculated is not meaningful.
2021
Net cash used in operating activities was $34.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. Net cash used in operating activities consists of net loss of $106.6 million, adjusted for non-cash items and the effect of changes in working capital. Non-cash adjustments primarily include stock-based compensation expense of $38.6 million, depreciation and amortization of $16.4 million, gain on extinguishment of debt of $5.1 million, and fair value adjustments to earnout liability and private warrant liability of $18.5 million and $15.4 million, respectively. Net changes in working capital provided $15.7 million, primarily due to increases in insurance-related liabilities.
Investing Cash Flows
Net cash used in investing activities was $263.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to acquisitions, net of cash acquired of $256.4 million, purchases of investment of $24.0 million, investments to develop internal use software of $3.7 million purchases of property and equipment of $1.0 million. This was partly offset by the cash inflows related to maturities and sales of investments of $21.7 million.
Financing Cash Flows
Net cash provided by financing activities was $415.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. Net cash provided by financing activities is primarily related to the issuance of the 2026 Notes of $413.5 million, exercises of warrants of $126.7 million and exercises of options $4.3 million. This was partially offset by financing of the capped call transactions of $52.9 million, debt repayments of $47.0 million and income tax withholdings upon vesting of RSUs of $28.9 million.
The following table provides a summary of cash flow data for the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019:
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| | | 2020 | 2019 | | Change | Change | | |||||
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| Net cash used in operating activities | | $ | (48,669) | | $ | (29,335) | | $ | (19,334) | 66 | % | |
| Net cash used in investing activities | | (10,671) | | (5,208) | | (5,463) | 105 | % | ||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | | 259,614 | | 34,486 | | 225,128 | 653 | % | ||||
| Change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | | $ | 200,274 | | $ | (57) | | $ | 200,331 | NM | |
NM — percentage calculated is not meaningful.
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2020
Net cash used in operating activities was $48.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2020. Net cash used in operating activities consists of net loss of $54.0 million, adjusted for non-cash items and the effect of changes in working capital. Non-cash adjustments include stock-based compensation expense of $11.3 million, depreciation and amortization of $6.6 million, fair value adjustments to debt, contingent consideration and warrants of $0.6 million, non-cash accrued and payment-in-kind interest of $7.5 million and gain from the sale of assets or divestiture of businesses of $1.4 million.
Net cash used in investing activities was $10.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2020. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to investments to develop internal use software of $2.6 million, acquisitions, net of cash acquired of $7.8 million and purchases of property and equipment of $0.3 million.
Net cash provided by financing activities was $259.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2020. Net cash provided by financing activities is primarily related to proceeds from the recapitalization of $269.5 million, debt financing of $66.2, net of loan repayments of $81.6 million, and redeemable convertible preferred stock financing of $4.7 million.
2019
Net cash used in operating activities was $29.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2019. Net cash used in operating activities consists of net loss of $103.3 million, adjusted for non-cash items and the effect of changes in working capital. Non-cash adjustments include stock-based compensation expense of $36.0 million, depreciation and amortization of $7.4 million, fair value adjustments to debt, contingent consideration and warrants of $8.7 million, non-cash accrued and payment-in-kind interest of $2.4 million and loss from the sale of assets or divestiture of businesses of $5.0 million. Net changes in working capital provided cash of $13.2 million, primarily due to increases in current liabilities.
Net cash used in investing activities was $5.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2019. Net cash used in investing activities is primarily related to investments to develop internal use software of $4.1 million, divestitures of $0.8 million and purchases of property and equipment of $0.5 million.
Net cash provided by financing activities was $34.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2019. Net cash provided by financing activities is primarily related to debt financing of $31.1 million, net of loan repayments of $0.2 million, and redeemable convertible preferred stock financing of $3.3 million.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
Our principal commitments consist of obligations under leases for office space. For more information regarding our lease obligations, see Note 13 (Leases) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report. In addition, we have a substantial level of debt. For more information regarding our debt service obligations, see Note 7 (Debt) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report. We also have certain non-cancellable purchase commitments primarily for data purchases. As of December 31, 2021, our other contractual commitments associated with agreements that are enforceable and legally binding and that specify all significant terms were payments of $2.5 million due in the next 12 months and $3.2 million due thereafter. We expect to fund these obligations with cash flows from operations and cash on our balance sheet. We have also entered into a stock purchase agreement with Covéa Coopérations to acquire Civil Service Employee Insurance Company for $48.6 million in cash.
During fiscal 2022 and in future years, we have made and expect to continue to make additional investments in our infrastructure to scale our operations and increase productivity. We plan to enhance the consumer experience, our app and digital platform and integration of data platform across Porch, to invest in development of additional modules across all vertical software businesses and to enhance our corporate systems.
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Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
Since the date of our incorporation, we have not engaged in any off-balance sheet arrangements, as defined in the rules and regulations of the SEC.
Emerging Growth Company Status
The Company was an emerging growth company (“EGC”), as defined in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 (the “JOBS Act”). In accordance with the JOBS Act, the Company previously elected to delay adopting new or revised accounting standards issued subsequent to the enactment of the JOBS Act until such time as those standards apply to private companies. The Company met certain thresholds for qualification as a “large accelerated filer” as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Therefore, the Company no longer has EGC status as of December 31, 2021. The impact of this change in filing status includes being subject to the requirements of large accelerated filers, which includes shortened filing timelines, no delayed adoption of certain accounting standards, presentation of three comparative periods, and attestation of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting by its independent auditor.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1 (Description of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies) to the accompanying consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report, for more information about recent accounting pronouncements, the timing of their adoption, and our assessment, to the extent we have made one, of their potential impact on our financial condition and our results of operations.