Whats a Good Cap Rate

Most cap rate guides give you a range, usually 6%, 8%, or 10%, and call the problem solved. That advice is lazy. A cap rate isn't a trophy number to chase. It's a spread between the property's unlevered yield and the risk-free return available elsewhere, adjusted for location, income durability, vacancy, capital needs, growth, and…

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What Is a Good ROI for Rental Property in 2026

A good ROI for a buy-and-hold rental is typically 8% to 12% cash-on-cash, while 6% to 8% can be solid for a lower-risk, long-term property. A single target rarely fits every strategy or market, so the right number depends on the asset, debt structure, operating risk, and how you measure return. You're probably looking at…

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