It’s also somewhat ambiguous because there aren’t concrete numbers for “good” and “bad” cap rates. Rather, the cap rate is an effective way to quickly weigh an investment against another …

The capitalization rate is the rate of return an investor can expect from an investment in real estate, assuming they pay all cash. The cap rate is used to assess the potential of various …

A property’s capitalization rate, or cap rate for short, offers a quick, back-of-the-napkin calculation to approximate its returns. While it’s not the final word on investment property returns, it makes …

Turns out that cap rates don't matter that much in self-storage, but only if you find the right asset.

Cap rate is short for “capitalization rate,” which is a mathematical formula used by appraisers to measure the value of income-producing real estate. Because it’s impractical to compare one …

Don’t apply cap rate to home rent. Deduct immediate infrastructure repairs from land value. Add on 80 percent of market value of park-owned homes to get purchase price. Properly evaluate …

Mobile home parks are big investments — and real estate investors must ensure the park is a good fit. Consider these criteria before buying.

Feb 27, 2016 · “What cap rate should I be looking for?” Well, how about we first define a cap rate? What is a Cap Rate? Cap rate is short for capitalization rate, and what this number tells you is …

When it comes to cap rate, there's so much misinformation and misapplication of its definition and use. In particular, cap rate should not be used to determine the right price to pay for a property …

Real estate properties in Seattle, for example, may have a low cap rate of 3% because buyers are willing to purchase properties that won’t have a good cash flow. Typically, a good cap rate you …