Cap rate % is higher than cash on cash %?

Cap rate % is higher than cash on cash %?

Investor · Pittsburgh, PA · Member since 2015 · 35 posts · 3 votes

Does anyone own properties where the CoC is lower than the cap rate? Numbers below. Thanks

Fully occupied 24 units

Gross rental income $213,613

Tax $25k

Insurance $6,252

Water $12k

Sewer $17k

Comm. bldg & common area Gas/electric $13,500

Landscape/snow removal $5k

Property management (8%) $17,089

Trash removal $2,200

Vacancy (10%) $16,800

Repairs ($800/unit) $19,200

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Total expenses $134,041

NOI $79,572

Purchase price 1,150,000

25% down Debt 5% 25yr am 7 year ARM $60,504

Cash flow $19,068

Cash to close $300k

CoC 6.3%

Cap rate 6.9%

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Syndication Expert and Investor · Indianapolis, IN · Member since 2016 · 591 posts · 808 votes
6y


The short answer is no. If there was a plan to increase NOI and therefore increase cash on cash by year 2, you could justify the project if you were then getting a high COC figure.

I would explore different financing options. 5% is high in todays market (I'm getting quoted in the 3.5-4% range).


Have you looked at a Fannie or Freddie Small Balance Loan? Fixed rate of 5, 7 , 10 year terms with 30 year amortization vs the 25. You also can get a few years of interest only to increase cash on in the beginning. You may also be able to go 80% LTV depending on the market.

Is there a plan to increase NOI by raising rents or reducing expenses?
Your expenses are on the high side at a little over 50% (usually in the
40%-45% range) and the 8% management fee doesn't help.

You should be able to cash on cash 8%+ with the right debt, especially if you reduce expenses closer to 45%.

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  • Syndication Expert and Investor · Indianapolis, IN · Member since 2016 · 591 posts · 808 votes
    6y


    The short answer is no. If there was a plan to increase NOI and therefore increase cash on cash by year 2, you could justify the project if you were then getting a high COC figure.

    I would explore different financing options. 5% is high in todays market (I'm getting quoted in the 3.5-4% range).


    Have you looked at a Fannie or Freddie Small Balance Loan? Fixed rate of 5, 7 , 10 year terms with 30 year amortization vs the 25. You also can get a few years of interest only to increase cash on in the beginning. You may also be able to go 80% LTV depending on the market.

    Is there a plan to increase NOI by raising rents or reducing expenses?
    Your expenses are on the high side at a little over 50% (usually in the
    40%-45% range) and the 8% management fee doesn't help.

    You should be able to cash on cash 8%+ with the right debt, especially if you reduce expenses closer to 45%.

  • Investor · New York & TN · Member since 2019 · 325 posts · 219 votes
    6y

    This looks like a good investment. 

    Your numbers are off, why calculate 10% vacancy when the property is fully occupied? With lower interest (4%) and higher income (reduce vacancy to no more than 5%), you'll find that this is a very profitable property.

    Plus you're not accounting for the principal payments which will add another $15,000 or more.

  • Investor · New York & TN · Member since 2019 · 325 posts · 219 votes
    6y

    I forgot, why is the water and sewer so high? Is this standard for your area? is the property in Pittsburgh?

  • Investor · Pittsburgh, PA · Member since 2015 · 35 posts · 3 votes
    6y

    @Spencer Gray

    Thanks for the response. Yes, I’m looking to lower water/sewer expenses through low flow options.

    I have not explored those financing options, the 5% rate with the 7 year arm was actually the best of 3 other banks.

    This is an independent senior housing complex, with a 20 year HAP in place. Annual rent increases are 1.4%

  • Investor · Pittsburgh, PA · Member since 2015 · 35 posts · 3 votes
    6y

    @Peter Nikic

    Thanks for the response, this property is located in schuylkill county, PA. During my due diligence period, I asked the inspector to look out for any leaks, or any other reason why the water and sewer are so high. Turns out there are no leaks or anything he could see as to why the water was so high. I’m exploring low flow filters for sinks and showers to lower this expense.

    I agree 10% is high for vacancy. This property has a waiting list for low income seniors. I underwrite conservatively you give myself a realistic snapshot of what a not-so-great year might look like.

    HUD made me use a management company that was approved through them, they charge 8%. Stings, but doesn't kill the deal luckily. I should be closing this deal within the next week or so.

    Thanks again

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