Tax & Finance
Rental Yield
Definition
The annual rental income from a property expressed as a percentage of its value. Gross yield is simply annual rent divided by purchase price. Net yield deducts costs like mortgage payments, management fees, insurance, void periods, and maintenance. A common benchmark is 5%+ gross yield.
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