Free Real Estate Investment Startup Costs Calculator

1. What type of property are you considering for investment?

Residential Commercial Mixed-use Raw Land

Different property types impact purchase pricing and renovation requirements.

2. What is the total area of the property in square feet? A larger area generally requires a higher overall investment.

3. What is the estimated purchase price per square foot (USD)? This forms the base for calculating the property’s purchase cost.

4. What is the condition of the property at purchase?

Turnkey (no repairs needed) Minor Repairs/Updates Needed Major Renovation Required

The initial condition influences immediate repair costs.

5. What level of additional renovation or improvements do you plan?

Cosmetic Upgrades Standard Renovation Extensive Overhaul

Planned improvements can add significant value—and cost—to the project.

6. What is your planned down payment percentage?

Low (under 20%) Standard (20-30%) High (over 30%)

The down payment determines the upfront cash required for the purchase.

7. What are your estimated financing and closing costs as a percentage of the purchase price?

Low (around 2%) Standard (around 4%) High (around 6%)

These costs cover loan fees, legal expenses, and other closing expenses.

8. What level of professional services fees do you expect (legal, appraisal, inspection)?

Basic Moderate Comprehensive

Fees vary based on the depth of services required.

9. Do you plan to engage professional property management services?

No, I will self-manage Yes, basic management Yes, full-service management

Management services can incur additional setup and ongoing fees.

10. What level of additional investment strategy costs do you anticipate (e.g., tenant marketing, value-add upgrades)?

Minimal Moderate Significant

These costs cover extra initiatives to enhance property value or attract tenants.

11. What level of contingency reserve do you plan to set aside?

Low (5-10% of subtotal) Standard (10-15% of subtotal) High (15-20% of subtotal)

A reserve to cover unexpected costs during the investment process.

No Yes

This plan offers a detailed multi-year financial analysis with key profitability metrics.

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