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font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;
max-width: 800px;
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 20px;
color: #333;
line-height: 1.6;
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background: #ffffff;
border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;
border-radius: 8px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);
padding: 30px;
margin-bottom: 40px;
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text-align: center;
margin-bottom: 25px;
color: #2c3e50;
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display: grid;
grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;
gap: 20px;
}
@media (max-width: 600px) {
.form-grid {
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
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}
.form-section {
background: #f8f9fa;
padding: 15px;
border-radius: 6px;
margin-bottom: 10px;
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.section-title {
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color: #2c3e50;
margin-bottom: 15px;
font-size: 0.95em;
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 0.5px;
border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db;
padding-bottom: 5px;
display: inline-block;
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.input-group {
margin-bottom: 15px;
}
.input-group label {
display: block;
margin-bottom: 5px;
font-size: 0.9em;
font-weight: 600;
}
.input-group input, .input-group select {
width: 100%;
padding: 10px;
border: 1px solid #ccc;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 16px;
box-sizing: border-box;
}
.calc-btn {
background-color: #27ae60;
color: white;
border: none;
padding: 15px 30px;
font-size: 18px;
font-weight: bold;
border-radius: 4px;
cursor: pointer;
width: 100%;
margin-top: 10px;
transition: background 0.2s;
}
.calc-btn:hover {
background-color: #219150;
}
.results-area {
margin-top: 30px;
display: none;
background: #f0fdf4;
border: 1px solid #bbf7d0;
border-radius: 6px;
padding: 20px;
}
.result-grid {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr;
gap: 15px;
text-align: center;
}
@media (max-width: 600px) {
.result-grid {
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
}
}
.metric-box {
background: white;
padding: 15px;
border-radius: 5px;
border: 1px solid #e5e7eb;
}
.metric-label {
font-size: 0.85em;
color: #666;
margin-bottom: 5px;
}
.metric-value {
font-size: 1.4em;
font-weight: 800;
color: #2c3e50;
}
.metric-value.good { color: #27ae60; }
.metric-value.bad { color: #c0392b; }
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.seo-content h3 { color: #34495e; margin-top: 20px; }
.seo-content p { margin-bottom: 15px; color: #555; }
.seo-content ul { margin-bottom: 15px; padding-left: 20px; color: #555; }
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.error-msg {
color: red;
font-size: 0.9em;
display: none;
text-align: center;
margin-top: 10px;
}
function calculateROI() {
// Get Input Values
var price = parseFloat(document.getElementById('purchasePrice').value);
var closing = parseFloat(document.getElementById('closingCosts').value);
var downPercent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('downPaymentPercent').value);
var rate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('interestRate').value);
var term = parseFloat(document.getElementById('loanTerm').value);
var monthlyRent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('monthlyRent').value);
var vacancyPercent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('vacancyRate').value);
var tax = parseFloat(document.getElementById('propertyTax').value);
var insurance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('insurance').value);
var maintenance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('maintenance').value);
// Validation
if (isNaN(price) || isNaN(monthlyRent) || price 0) {
monthlyMortgage = loanAmount * (monthlyRate * Math.pow(1 + monthlyRate, numberOfPayments)) / (Math.pow(1 + monthlyRate, numberOfPayments) – 1);
} else {
monthlyMortgage = loanAmount / numberOfPayments;
}
// Operating Expenses
var vacancyCostMonthly = monthlyRent * (vacancyPercent / 100);
var monthlyTax = tax / 12;
var monthlyInsurance = insurance / 12;
var monthlyMaintenance = maintenance / 12;
var totalMonthlyExpenses = monthlyTax + monthlyInsurance + monthlyMaintenance + vacancyCostMonthly;
var totalMonthlyCost = monthlyMortgage + totalMonthlyExpenses;
// Cash Flow
var monthlyCashFlow = monthlyRent – totalMonthlyCost;
var annualCashFlow = monthlyCashFlow * 12;
// Net Operating Income (NOI) – Excludes Mortgage
var annualOperatingExpenses = (totalMonthlyExpenses * 12);
// Note: NOI usually excludes debt service but includes vacancy/maint/tax/ins
var annualNOI = (monthlyRent * 12) – annualOperatingExpenses;
// Returns
var cashOnCash = (annualCashFlow / totalInitialInvestment) * 100;
var capRate = (annualNOI / price) * 100;
// Display Results
document.getElementById('roiResult').style.display = 'block';
// Format Numbers
var formatter = new Intl.NumberFormat('en-US', {
style: 'currency',
currency: 'USD',
minimumFractionDigits: 0,
maximumFractionDigits: 0,
});
document.getElementById('resCashFlow').innerHTML = formatter.format(monthlyCashFlow);
document.getElementById('resTotalInvest').innerHTML = formatter.format(totalInitialInvestment);
document.getElementById('resMortgage').innerHTML = formatter.format(monthlyMortgage);
document.getElementById('resNOI').innerHTML = formatter.format(annualNOI);
document.getElementById('resCoc').innerHTML = cashOnCash.toFixed(2) + '%';
document.getElementById('resCap').innerHTML = capRate.toFixed(2) + '%';
// Styling for positive/negative numbers
var cfElement = document.getElementById('resCashFlow');
if(monthlyCashFlow >= 0) {
cfElement.classList.remove('bad');
cfElement.classList.add('good');
} else {
cfElement.classList.remove('good');
cfElement.classList.add('bad');
}
}
Rental Property ROI Calculator
Purchase Details
Financing
Rental Income
Annual Expenses
Please check your inputs. Values must be positive.
Investment Analysis
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Monthly Cash Flow
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Breakdown:
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Monthly Mortgage Payment: $0
Net Operating Income (Annual): $0
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Net Operating Income (Annual): $0
Mastering Real Estate Investment with an ROI Calculator
Investing in rental properties is one of the most reliable ways to build long-term wealth. However, the difference between a profitable asset and a money pit often lies in the numbers. Using a Rental Property ROI Calculator allows investors to objectively analyze the potential profitability of a real estate deal before signing any contracts.
Key Metrics Explained
This calculator focuses on three critical performance indicators that every real estate investor should understand:
- Cash Flow: This is the net profit you pocket every month after all expenses (mortgage, taxes, insurance, repairs) are paid. Positive cash flow ensures the property pays for itself.
- Cash on Cash Return (CoC): This measures the annual return on the actual cash you invested (down payment + closing costs). It gives you a clear picture of how hard your money is working compared to other investment vehicles like stocks or bonds.
- Cap Rate (Capitalization Rate): This metric calculates the natural rate of return of the property independent of financing. It helps compare the profitability of different properties as if they were purchased with all cash.
How to Calculate Rental Property ROI
To get an accurate assessment, you need to account for all variables. The formula for Cash on Cash return is:
Cash on Cash Return = (Annual Pre-Tax Cash Flow / Total Cash Invested) × 100
Estimating Expenses Accurately
Novice investors often underestimate expenses. Beyond the mortgage, ensure you account for vacancy (periods where the property is empty), maintenance (saving for roof repairs, HVAC issues), and property management fees if you aren't managing it yourself. A general rule of thumb is to allocate 5-10% of monthly rent for vacancy and another 5-10% for maintenance.
Why Use This Calculator?
Whether you are analyzing a single-family home, a duplex, or a condo, this tool helps you strip away the emotion and focus on the math. By adjusting the Purchase Price, Down Payment, or Interest Rate fields, you can determine exactly what offer price makes sense for your financial goals.