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Capitalization Rate

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A real estate valuation metric calculated by dividing net operating income by the property's current value.

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Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. Capitalization Rate — a real estate valuation metric calculated by dividing net operating income by the — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.

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