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The capitalization rate (cap rate) is calculated by which formula?

Correct Answer

B) Net operating income divided by property value (NOI ÷ Value)

The capitalization rate (cap rate) is calculated by dividing the property's net operating income (NOI) by its current market value or purchase price: Cap Rate = NOI ÷ Value. It expresses the rate of return an investor can expect from an income-producing property.

Answer Options
A
Property value divided by net operating income (Value ÷ NOI)
B
Net operating income divided by property value (NOI ÷ Value)
C
Gross monthly rent multiplied by the gross rent multiplier (Rent × GRM)
D
Total expenses divided by total income (Expenses ÷ Income)

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net operating income (NOI)income approach to valuegross rent multiplier (GRM)debt coverage ratio

Key Terms:

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