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What Is Cap Rate, And Why Is It Important For An Investment Property?

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HOW TO CALCULATE CAP RATE ON A RENTAL PROPERTY

The formula for cap rate is simple: income minus expenses, divided by the purchase price.

Capitalization rate =

Net operating Income


Purchase price

SAMPLE CASH FLOW ANALYSIS

Income, expense, and cap rate calculation for an investment property.

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Cost
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$3,000
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25%
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$3,000
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4.7%
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Cost
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$3,000
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31%

HOW DO YOU ESTIMATE VACATION RENTAL OR AIRBNB EXPENSES AND OPERATING COSTS WHEN DETERMINING CAP RATE?

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WHICH IS BETTER: A HIGHER CAP RATE OR A LOWER CAP RATE?

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WHAT IS A GOOD CAP RATE FOR RENTAL PROPERTY?

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DOES CAP RATE TAKE INTO ACCOUNT APPRECIATION?

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WHAT IS CASH-ON-CASH RETURN?

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CAP RATE VS. CASH-ON-CASH RETURN

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Cap rate
Income after mortgage
Cash-on-cash return
$18,000
3%
($3,600)
(3.6%)
$24,000
4%
$2400
2.4%
$30,000
5%
$8,400
8.4%
$36,000
6%
$14,400
8.4%
$42,000
7%
$20,400
8.4%

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OWNER TESTIMONIALS

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John Smith

My family had a very enjoyable, relaxing stay in your property. The house was beautiful, well equipped and designed for a large group. The kids had lots of fun playing in the game rooms and swimming in the pool. We are looking forward to our next trip!

November 1, 2021
  • 5

John Smith

My family had a very enjoyable, relaxing stay in your property. The house was beautiful, well equipped and designed for a large group. The kids had lots of fun playing in the game rooms and swimming in the pool. We are looking forward to our next trip!

November 1, 2021
  • 5

John Smith

My family had a very enjoyable, relaxing stay in your property. The house was beautiful, well equipped and designed for a large group. The kids had lots of fun playing in the game rooms and swimming in the pool. We are looking forward to our next trip!

November 1, 2021
  • 5

John Smith

My family had a very enjoyable, relaxing stay in your property. The house was beautiful, well equipped and designed for a large group. The kids had lots of fun playing in the game rooms and swimming in the pool. We are looking forward to our next trip!

November 1, 2021