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1 Percent Rule Calculator

Quick rent to price screen for rental acquisitions.

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How it works

  1. Divide monthly rent by purchase price
  2. Multiply by 100
  3. Anything at or above 1 percent passes the screen

Frequently asked

Is 1% still realistic?

In appreciating markets, rarely. Use it as a fast screen, not a buy criterion.

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