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A property's income stream includes $85,000 in base rents and an estimated $15,000 in reimbursements for property taxes and insurance from tenants (recoveries). Market research indicates a vacancy and collection loss of 8% is typical for similar properties. What is the estimated effective gross income?

Correct Answer

A) $92,000

Correct. The calculation is: Potential Gross Income (PGI) = Base Rent + Recoveries = $85,000 + $15,000 = $100,000. Vacancy and Collection Loss = PGI x Rate = $100,000 x 0.08 = $8,000. Effective Gross Income (EGI) = PGI - Vacancy and Collection Loss = $100,000 - $8,000 = $92,000. This correctly applies the vacancy rate to the total potential income stream, not just the base rent.

Answer Options
A
$92,000
B
$93,200
C
$100,000
D
$102,000

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Correct. The calculation is: Potential Gross Income (PGI) = Base Rent + Recoveries = $85,000 + $15,000 = $100,000. Vacancy and Collection Loss = PGI x Rate = $100,000 x 0.08 = $8,000. Effective Gross Income (EGI) = PGI - Vacancy and Collection Loss = $100,000 - $8,000 = $92,000. This correctly applies the vacancy rate to the total potential income stream, not just the base rent.

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