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January 24, 2025
Basics about Valuation metrics
January 30, 2025Net Operating Income (NOI)
Its a crucial metric in real estate that measures the profitability of an income-generating property after deducting all necessary operating expenses, but before accounting for certain specific costs. It provides a clear picture of a expenses.
What NOI Includes
1. Gross Operating Income: This consists of:
- Potential rental income
- Other income (e.g., from vending machines, laundry services, parking)
- Minus vacancies and credit losses(bad debts)
2. Operating Expenses: These are the costs directly associated with running and maintaining the property, such as:
- Property taxes
- Insurance
- Utilities
- Maintenance and repairs
- Property management fees
What NOI Excludes
- Capital expenditures (CapEx)
- Debt service (principal and interest payments)
- Income taxes
- Depreciation and amortization
- General, marketing and administrative costs
- Tenant improvements, Leasing commissions
Cap Rate ( CAP %)
The cap rate is calculated by dividing a property's net operating income (NOI) by its current market value or purchase price, expressed as a percentage:
{Cap Rate} % = {Net Operating Income } \ {Current Market Value} x 100
Example
If a property generates an NOI of $100,000 and its current market value is $1,000,000, the cap rate would be:
This means an investor could expect a 10% annual return on their investment if they purchased the property outright.
In conclusion, while cap rates are a valuable tool for quickly assessing and comparing real estate investments, they should be used in conjunction with other metrics and thorough due diligence for comprehensive investment analysis.
Interpretation and Use
- A higher cap rate generally indicates a higher potential return but also higher risk.
- They can be used to estimate a property's value when the NOI is known.
Limitations
- They don't account for leverage (mortgage financing).
- They don't consider the time value of money or future cash flow changes.
- Cap rates can vary significantly based on property type, location, and market conditions.
