Real Estate Calculators

Compare the property, the financing and the household separately

Real estate calculations mix several layers: the property itself, the financing used to acquire it and the budget of the person or business buying it. A strong result in one layer does not guarantee a strong result in another. For example, a property can show attractive operating income while a particular loan structure creates weak cash flow. Use the calculators together and keep the assumptions visible.

• Property metrics such as cap rate do not answer the same question as a mortgage payment.
• Include realistic taxes, insurance, vacancy, repairs and transaction costs when the calculator provides those inputs.
• Run a conservative scenario before relying on projected rent, resale value or appreciation.

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