Master Real Estate Investing: The Ultimate REI Profit & MAO Formula Guide

The Secret Formula for Calculating REI Profits

MAO Formula ( Maximum Allowable Offer): ARV x 70% minus repairs.

For investing, use the 70% rule to cap your purchase price. This reserves 30% for gross profit, holding costs, and closing fees. ARV = after repaired value which is the estimated market value after full renovation.

NOI (Net Operating Income): Income minusExpenses

Cap Rate: NOI divided by Property Value. Measures income strength of the asset

Cash on Cash: Annual Cashflow divided by Total Cash Invested x 100. Tracks cash return on investment

Criteria for a Good Investment For rental properties, evaluate these benchmarks to confirm profitability:

·1% Rule: Monthly gross rent should equal at least 1% of the total purchase price plus repairs (e.g., $2,000/mo rent for a $200,000 property).

·Cash-on-Cash Return: Aim for an 8%–12%+ annual cash return on the actual down payment and capital invested.

·Positive Net Cash Flow: Secure $200+ per door/month after subtracting mortgage, taxes, insurance, vacancy, maintenance, and property management fees.

·Location Fundamentals: Target areas with strong job growth, declining vacancy rates, and landlord-friendly laws.

A property is a good deal when your purchase price stays at or below the MAO while meeting your cash-flow and yield thresholds.

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