Property calculation guides
Understand what each figure measures before comparing properties. These examples explain the calculations used by the tool.
Gross yield on purchase price vs current value
Compare rental yield against what you paid and what your property is worth today, with a worked Australian property example.
How to calculate property equity and capital growth
Calculate equity from market value and loan balance, and distinguish debt repayment from capital growth since purchase.
Why positive rental yield can still mean negative cashflow
Understand the difference between gross yield, net operating income and cashflow after principal and interest repayments.
Property deposit vs total cash required at settlement
See why a deposit alone does not cover an investment purchase, and how duty and other acquisition costs affect settlement cash.
Try the residential calculator or commercial calculator. Read the methodology and limitations before using the results.