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Property ROI Reality Check

Calculate actual returns. Include maintenance, void periods, opportunity cost. The truth hurts.

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THE VERDICT
Worse than stocks

You'd make €17,968 more per year in an S&P 500 index fund.

Gross Yield
5.6%
Net Yield
-3%
Cash on Cash
-29.9%
Net Annual
-13,468

Annual Breakdown

Rental Income25,200
Expenses
Mortgage Payments-€27,013
Maintenance (1.5%)-€6,750
Management (10%)-€2,520
Vacancy (5%)-€1,260
Insurance-€900
Property Tax (LPT)-€225
Net Annual Income-13,468

vs S&P 500 Index Fund

Cash Needed (Down Payment)45,000
Property Annual Return-13,468
Stock Market Return (10% avg)4,500
Difference-17,968

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