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padding: 25px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);
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margin-bottom: 5px;
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border-radius: 4px;
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border: none;
padding: 12px 24px;
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font-weight: bold;
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cursor: pointer;
width: 100%;
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transition: background 0.3s;
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border: 1px solid #ddd;
border-radius: 6px;
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function calculateROI() {
// Get Input Values
var price = parseFloat(document.getElementById('purchasePrice').value);
var downPercent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('downPayment').value);
var interestRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('interestRate').value);
var loanYears = parseFloat(document.getElementById('loanTerm').value);
var rent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('monthlyRent').value);
var vacancyPercent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('vacancyRate').value);
var annualTax = parseFloat(document.getElementById('annualTax').value);
var annualInsurance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('annualInsurance').value);
var maintPercent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('maintenance').value);
var mgmtPercent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('managementFee').value);
// Validation
if (isNaN(price) || isNaN(rent) || isNaN(interestRate) || isNaN(loanYears)) {
alert("Please enter valid numbers for Price, Rent, Interest Rate, and Loan Term.");
return;
}
// Calculations
var downPaymentAmount = price * (downPercent / 100);
var loanAmount = price – downPaymentAmount;
// Mortgage P&I Calculation
var monthlyRate = (interestRate / 100) / 12;
var numberOfPayments = loanYears * 12;
var monthlyMortgage = 0;
if (interestRate === 0) {
monthlyMortgage = loanAmount / numberOfPayments;
} else {
monthlyMortgage = loanAmount * (monthlyRate * Math.pow(1 + monthlyRate, numberOfPayments)) / (Math.pow(1 + monthlyRate, numberOfPayments) – 1);
}
// Monthly Expenses
var monthlyTax = annualTax / 12;
var monthlyInsurance = annualInsurance / 12;
var vacancyCost = rent * (vacancyPercent / 100);
var maintCost = rent * (maintPercent / 100);
var mgmtCost = rent * (mgmtPercent / 100);
var totalOperatingExpenses = monthlyTax + monthlyInsurance + vacancyCost + maintCost + mgmtCost;
var totalExpensesWithMortgage = totalOperatingExpenses + monthlyMortgage;
// Income Metrics
var effectiveIncome = rent – vacancyCost;
var noi = (effectiveIncome – (monthlyTax + monthlyInsurance + maintCost + mgmtCost)) * 12; // Annual NOI
var monthlyCashFlow = effectiveIncome – (monthlyMortgage + monthlyTax + monthlyInsurance + maintCost + mgmtCost);
var annualCashFlow = monthlyCashFlow * 12;
// ROI Metrics
// Assume 3% closing costs for Total Cash Invested approximation
var closingCosts = price * 0.03;
var totalCashInvested = downPaymentAmount + closingCosts;
var cocReturn = (annualCashFlow / totalCashInvested) * 100;
var capRate = (noi / price) * 100;
// Formatting Helper
var formatter = new Intl.NumberFormat('en-US', {
style: 'currency',
currency: 'USD',
});
// Display Results
document.getElementById('displayRent').innerHTML = formatter.format(rent);
document.getElementById('displayVacancy').innerHTML = "-" + formatter.format(vacancyCost);
document.getElementById('displayEffectiveIncome').innerHTML = formatter.format(effectiveIncome);
document.getElementById('displayMortgage').innerHTML = "-" + formatter.format(monthlyMortgage);
document.getElementById('displayTax').innerHTML = "-" + formatter.format(monthlyTax);
document.getElementById('displayInsurance').innerHTML = "-" + formatter.format(monthlyInsurance);
document.getElementById('displayMaintenance').innerHTML = "-" + formatter.format(maintCost);
document.getElementById('displayMgmt').innerHTML = "-" + formatter.format(mgmtCost);
var cashFlowElement = document.getElementById('displayCashFlow');
cashFlowElement.innerHTML = formatter.format(monthlyCashFlow);
if (monthlyCashFlow >= 0) {
cashFlowElement.className = "result-value positive";
} else {
cashFlowElement.className = "result-value negative";
}
document.getElementById('displayCoC').innerHTML = cocReturn.toFixed(2) + "%";
document.getElementById('displayCapRate').innerHTML = capRate.toFixed(2) + "%";
// Show results section
document.getElementById('results').style.display = "block";
}
Rental Property Cash Flow Calculator
Income & Expenses
Monthly Financial Summary
Gross Monthly Rent:
$0.00
Less Vacancy Loss:
-$0.00
Effective Gross Income:
$0.00
Mortgage Payment (P&I):
-$0.00
Property Tax (Mo):
-$0.00
Insurance (Mo):
-$0.00
Maintenance & CapEx:
-$0.00
Management Fees:
-$0.00
Net Monthly Cash Flow:
$0.00
Cash on Cash Return
0.00%
Cap Rate
0.00%
Understanding Real Estate Cash Flow
Investing in rental properties is one of the most reliable ways to build long-term wealth, but success hinges on the numbers. Our Rental Property Cash Flow Calculator helps investors analyze potential deals by breaking down income, operating expenses, and financing costs to determine the true profitability of an asset.
Why Cash Flow is King
Cash flow represents the net profit you pocket every month after all bills are paid. It acts as a safety margin against unexpected repairs or vacancies. A property with positive cash flow pays for itself, while a negative cash flow property drains your monthly resources.
Experienced investors typically look for a minimum cash flow per door (e.g., $100-$200 monthly) to ensure the investment is sustainable.
Key Investment Metrics Explained
- Cash on Cash Return (CoC): This measures the annual return on the actual cash you invested (down payment + closing costs). It is calculated as (Annual Cash Flow / Total Cash Invested) x 100. A CoC return of 8-12% is generally considered good in many markets.
- Cap Rate (Capitalization Rate): This metric evaluates the profitability of a property regardless of financing. It is calculated as (Net Operating Income / Purchase Price) x 100. Cap rates allow you to compare properties with different price points on a level playing field.
- Net Operating Income (NOI): The total income the property generates minus all necessary operating expenses (taxes, insurance, management, maintenance) but excluding mortgage payments.
The 50% Rule and The 1% Rule
When quickly screening properties, investors often use heuristics:
- The 1% Rule: Does the monthly rent equal at least 1% of the purchase price? For example, a $200,000 home should rent for $2,000/month. While harder to find in today's market, it remains a solid benchmark for cash flow potential.
- The 50% Rule: A rough estimation that 50% of your gross rent will go toward operating expenses (excluding the mortgage). If your rent is $2,000, expect $1,000 to leave the building for taxes, insurance, and repairs.
While these rules of thumb are helpful for quick screening, this calculator provides the granular detail needed to make a final investment decision.