Real Estate Investment Files: Understanding the Rental Equation
When it comes to real estate investment, for a potential landlord, the rental equation is the most
important sum there is.
(firmenpresse) - If you’re considering real estate investment with the intention of becoming a landlord, there are myriad things that need to be considered before you make any major decisions. Of course, the biggest aspect is the financial one: how much you can afford to invest; your ability to service a mortgage (if applicable); and how much of an income, and ultimately profit, you can expect to make.
Real estate investment comes with a host of challenges, but if done correctly it can also prove very lucrative. If you get professional advice before you decide on a property to purchase – which is highly recommended, especially if you’re new to the game – one of the first terms you’ll hear bandied about is the “rental equation”.
What is Rental Yield?
At its most basic, the term “rental yield” is the amount of money that’s left over from the rent you receive from your real estate investment, minus all the associated costs. Sounds simple, right? And essentially it is – but the correct calculation of rental yield can be the difference between a good and bad investment.
The first important factor to understand is that you need to work out both the gross and net rental yield. That makes perfect sense to a seasoned investor, but for someone new to the industry, neglecting the latter can be a typical rookie mistake.
Gross yield: To work this out you’ll use a tried and true three-step process, which should be followed to a tee.
Total up the annual amount of rent you want to charge. Divide that amount by the value of the property. Multiply that figure by one hundred. The last sum you come up with should be read as a percentage. (e.g. 5% or 6%, etc)
Net yield: Accurately working out your net rental yield is a little harder – but it’s an imperative step of your investing process. If you get this total wrong, or you’re sloppy with some of your figures, you won’t have a realistic picture of a potential real estate investment.
The initial equation is easy enough:
Total up all your expenses. Take the amount of annual rent. Subtract the expenses from the rent total. Multiply by one hundred. Again, the last figure is read as a percentage.
It’s that first part, though – calculating all the expenses – where some people fall short. There are also many “hidden” expenses apart from the obvious ones below, so you’ll need to be governed by your individual situation.
Maintenance Emergency repairs Fees and levies Insurance Depreciation Property management fees
How to Know if the Numbers Add Up
Once you’ve done those simple sums above you should be able to see if, as a real estate investment, a particular property initially measures up to your expectations. However, there’s a lot more to consider before being able to move forward with confidence. It’s just one of the reasons the best advice a property investor can take is to partner with a reputable property management company.
If you make a professional connection with a property manager before you make any binding decisions, you’ll save yourself a lot of stress and, possibly, heartbreak. Choose someone local to the area and they can help you right from the start with your search for the right neighborhood and type of property, and ensure your expectations are realistic in relation to the current market climate. Everything, including the all-important “rental equation” is easier when you have informed, professional advice and support at every step of your investor journey.
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Danny Torres is from Torres Turn Key, a property management company in Rochester NY with more than ten years’ experience dealing with both domestic and international clients for real estate investment. Providing a holistic service for both commercial and residential properties, the company brings together a host of experience and specialist knowledge to build long-term relationships and create maximum value and benefit for their customers.
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