Property & Investment
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Taxation
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Deduct mortgage interest from taxable income
Reduces taxable rental income by interest paid
Net monthly cashflow
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Line item Annual Monthly
Gross yield
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rent / price
Net yield
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after all costs
Cash-on-cash ROI
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cashflow / down payment
Loan amount
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Monthly mortgage
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Break-even rent
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min rent to cover costs
Analysis
Methodology: Mortgage calculated using standard amortization formula. Tax base = gross rent - expenses - (mortgage interest if deductible). Social/SE tax applied on net rental income. Results are estimates for educational purposes only. Consult a tax professional before investing.

Understanding Rental Property Cashflow

A rental property's cashflow is the money left after paying all expenses: mortgage, taxes, insurance, maintenance, and vacancy reserves. Positive cashflow means the property generates income each month; negative cashflow means you are subsidizing it out of pocket.

The key metrics investors use are gross yield (annual rent divided by property price), net yield (after all costs), and cash-on-cash return (annual cashflow divided by your down payment). A cash-on-cash return above 8% is generally considered strong in most US markets.

Tax treatment varies significantly. In the US, mortgage interest is typically deductible against rental income, which can substantially improve after-tax returns. Depreciation, property tax, and operating expenses also reduce your taxable income.

Related tools: Mortgage Calculator, Rent vs Buy Calculator, Property ROI Calculator

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