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function calculateRental() {
// Get Inputs
var price = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_price').value) || 0;
var down = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_down_payment').value) || 0;
var interest = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_interest').value) || 0;
var term = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_term').value) || 0;
var rent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_rent').value) || 0;
var vacancyRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_vacancy').value) || 0;
var taxAnnual = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_tax').value) || 0;
var insuranceAnnual = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_insurance').value) || 0;
var hoa = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_hoa').value) || 0;
var maintRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_maintenance').value) || 0;
var capexRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_capex').value) || 0;
var mgmtRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rc_management').value) || 0;
// Calculations – Loan
var loanAmount = price – down;
var monthlyRate = (interest / 100) / 12;
var numPayments = term * 12;
var mortgagePayment = 0;
if (monthlyRate > 0 && numPayments > 0) {
mortgagePayment = (loanAmount * monthlyRate * Math.pow(1 + monthlyRate, numPayments)) / (Math.pow(1 + monthlyRate, numPayments) – 1);
} else if (numPayments > 0) {
mortgagePayment = loanAmount / numPayments;
}
// Calculations – Income
var vacancyCost = rent * (vacancyRate / 100);
var effectiveGrossIncome = rent – vacancyCost;
// Calculations – Expenses (Monthly)
var taxMonthly = taxAnnual / 12;
var insuranceMonthly = insuranceAnnual / 12;
var maintCost = rent * (maintRate / 100);
var capexCost = rent * (capexRate / 100);
var mgmtCost = effectiveGrossIncome * (mgmtRate / 100); // Usually on collected rent
var totalOpExpenses = taxMonthly + insuranceMonthly + hoa + maintCost + capexCost + mgmtCost;
// Metrics
var monthlyNOI = effectiveGrossIncome – totalOpExpenses;
var monthlyCashFlow = monthlyNOI – mortgagePayment;
var annualCashFlow = monthlyCashFlow * 12;
var annualNOI = monthlyNOI * 12;
// Returns
var capRate = (price > 0) ? (annualNOI / price) * 100 : 0;
// Assuming closing costs are roughly 2% of price for rough CoC estimate, or just use Down Payment as total cash invested
// For this strict calculator, we will use Down Payment as the Cash Invested
var cashInvested = down;
var cocReturn = (cashInvested > 0) ? (annualCashFlow / cashInvested) * 100 : 0;
// Display Results
document.getElementById('res_cashflow').innerHTML = formatCurrency(monthlyCashFlow);
document.getElementById('res_cashflow').className = 'result-value ' + (monthlyCashFlow >= 0 ? 'highlight-positive' : 'highlight-negative');
document.getElementById('res_noi').innerHTML = formatCurrency(monthlyNOI);
document.getElementById('res_coc').innerHTML = cocReturn.toFixed(2) + '%';
document.getElementById('res_coc').className = 'result-value ' + (cocReturn >= 0 ? 'highlight-positive' : 'highlight-negative');
document.getElementById('res_cap').innerHTML = capRate.toFixed(2) + '%';
document.getElementById('res_income').innerHTML = formatCurrency(rent);
document.getElementById('res_mortgage').innerHTML = formatCurrency(mortgagePayment);
document.getElementById('res_expenses').innerHTML = formatCurrency(totalOpExpenses + vacancyCost); // Expenses + Vacancy loss
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}
function formatCurrency(num) {
return '$' + num.toFixed(2).replace(/\d(?=(\d{3})+\.)/g, '$&,');
}
Rental Property Cash Flow Calculator
Analyze your real estate investment deal instantly.
Purchase & Loan Info
Income
Operating Expenses
Monthly Cash Flow:
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Net Operating Income (NOI) / Month:
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Cash on Cash Return:
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Cap Rate:
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Total Monthly Income:
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Mortgage Payment (P&I):
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Total Operating Expenses:
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Mastering Rental Property Analysis
Investing in real estate is one of the most reliable ways to build wealth, but simply buying a property and renting it out does not guarantee a profit. Successful investors rely on accurate math to ensure a deal makes sense before they sign the papers. The Rental Property Cash Flow Calculator above is designed to give you a clear picture of an investment's potential performance.
Why Cash Flow is King
Cash flow is the net amount of cash moving in and out of a business. In real estate terms, it is the money left over after all operating expenses and mortgage payments have been made. A property with positive cash flow pays you to own it, while a property with negative cash flow requires you to pay out of pocket every month to keep it.
While appreciation (the increase in property value over time) is a great bonus, seasoned investors focus on cash flow to ensure financial stability during market downturns.
Key Metrics Defined
- NOI (Net Operating Income): This is your total income minus operating expenses. It does not include mortgage payments. NOI is crucial for calculating the Cap Rate.
- Cap Rate (Capitalization Rate): Calculated as
(Annual NOI / Purchase Price) × 100. This percentage helps you compare the profitability of different properties regardless of how they are financed. A higher Cap Rate generally indicates a better return, though often comes with higher risk. - Cash on Cash Return: This metric tells you how hard your actual invested cash is working. Calculated as
(Annual Cash Flow / Total Cash Invested) × 100. If you put $50,000 down and make $5,000 a year in profit, your Cash on Cash return is 10%.
Understanding Operating Expenses
Novice investors often underestimate expenses. Beyond the obvious mortgage, tax, and insurance, you must account for:
- Vacancy: Properties won't be rented 365 days a year. Use a vacancy rate (typically 5-8%) to account for turnover periods.
- CapEx (Capital Expenditures): Big-ticket items like roofs, HVAC systems, and water heaters eventually need replacement. Setting aside a percentage of rent (5-10%) monthly ensures you have the funds when these expensive repairs arise.
- Maintenance: Routine repairs like leaky faucets, painting, and landscaping.
- Management Fees: Even if you self-manage, you should account for your time or the potential cost of hiring a property manager later (typically 8-12% of collected rent).
How to Use This Calculator
Start by entering the Purchase Price and your financing details. Be honest with your Operating Expenses estimates; it is always better to be conservative (overestimate expenses) than optimistic. Once you click "Calculate," review the Monthly Cash Flow and Cash on Cash Return. If the cash flow is negative, adjust your offer price or down payment to see what it would take to make the deal profitable.