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When valuing an income-producing property in Queensland using the capitalisation approach, a valuer primarily considers:

Correct Answer

D) The net income the property earns and a market-derived capitalisation rate

The capitalisation (or income) approach determines value by dividing the property's net operating income by an appropriate capitalisation rate. This method is commonly used for commercial and investment properties where income is the primary value driver.

Answer Options
A
The price the current owner paid for the property, indexed for inflation since purchase
B
The average sale price per square metre across all property types in the suburb
C
The replacement cost of the building less depreciation, added to the land value
D
The net income the property earns and a market-derived capitalisation rate

Why This Is the Correct Answer

The capitalisation approach divides the property's net income by a capitalisation rate drawn from sales of similar investments: value = net income / cap rate. Both inputs must be supported by market evidence.

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