Cash-on-Cash Return Calculator
Calculate the cash-on-cash return (CoC) for a real estate investment by dividing annual pre-tax cash flow by total cash invested.
How to Use the Cash-on-Cash Return Calculator
- Enter annual pre-tax cash flow from the investment.
- Enter total cash invested (down payment plus closing costs).
- Click Calculate to see cash-on-cash return percentage.
Use Cases
- •Evaluating rental property investment returns.
- •Comparing CoC returns across different properties.
- •Screening investment opportunities against CoC targets.
- •Reporting investment performance to real estate partners.
Formula
Cash-on-Cash Return = annual cash flow / total cash invested × 100%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cash-on-cash return?
Cash-on-cash return measures the annual pre-tax cash income earned on cash invested in a property, expressed as a percentage.
What is a good cash-on-cash return?
Many investors target 8–12% CoC return as a benchmark. Returns above 15% are considered strong for rental properties.
How does CoC differ from ROI?
CoC uses only actual cash invested and actual cash received, ignoring leverage effects and appreciation. ROI includes total investment return.