The capitalization rate, or cap rate, represents the rate of return on an income-producing property when applied against the purchase price. One could say, therefore, a high cap rate is a “good” thing. If so, then why does a high cap rate mean a higher risk investment? The cap rate is calculated by dividing the net operating income by the purchase price. In calculating the net, certain expenses personal to the particular owner or prospective buyer, such as debt service, ar

Real estate transactions are tracked in the marketplace in order to determine what the trends are in certain regions. Appraisers use sales transactions as a source for completing the sales comparison approach for a client’s appraisal report. When the income approach to valuation is utilized as a method for an appraiser’s opinion of value; the net operating income and capitalization rate are important factors. Income producing properties vary in value based on location since t

Many property owners are always looking for ways to increase the value of their real estate without completing major renovations. Here are five ways property owners can increase the worth of their property without hiring a professional contractor. 1. Increase the rent Multifamily properties are prime candidates for easily increasing value by increasing the rent. If the rental income is lower than desired, a minor increase can add considerable value to the property, especially

Real estate appraisers and valuation professionals generally calculate property valuations using the three different methods of value: the c

Cap rates represent the relationship between the value of a commercial income property and how much income it produces. New England cap rate