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The capitalization rate (cap rate) used in the income approach to appraisal is calculated as:

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B) Net operating income divided by property value

The capitalization rate (cap rate) equals Net Operating Income (NOI) divided by Property Value (Cap Rate = NOI ÷ Value). Rearranged, Value = NOI ÷ Cap Rate. This formula is central to the income approach and is commonly used to appraise income-producing properties such as apartment buildings and commercial real estate throughout Alaska.

Answer Options
A
Property value divided by net operating income
B
Net operating income divided by property value
C
Monthly gross rent multiplied by the gross rent multiplier
D
Total operating expenses divided by gross income

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