Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate)
Measure used in the income approach, calculating the ratio between the annual net income and the value of a property.
Cost Approach
Estimates value by the cost to replace or reproduce the property, minus depreciation.
Cost Approach
Estimates value by the cost to replace or reproduce the property, minus depreciation.
Income Approach
Used for income-producing properties, which estimates value based on the income the property is expected to generate.
Sales Comparison Approach
Compares the property being valued with similar properties that have recently sold in the same area.