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    Rental Yield Calculator

    Calculate gross yield, net yield and weekly cashflow for an Australian investment property. Net yield deducts management fees, council rates, insurance and maintenance. Cashflow also deducts mortgage repayments.

    Rental Yield Calculator

    Gross yield is annual rent ÷ price. Net yield deducts holding costs first.

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    Property management fee (8% of annual rent) added automatically. Depreciation not included here, see the Negative Gearing Calculator.

    Gross yield

    3.90%

    Net yield

    2.90%

    Annual rent
    $31,200
    Property management (8%)
    −$2,496
    Other annual costs
    −$5,500
    Mortgage repayment (80% LVR, 30yr P&I)
    −$50,324/yr
    Annual cashflow after mortgage
    -$27,120/yr

    -$522/wk before tax

    Australian benchmark: Gross yield above 5% is strong; 3.5–5% is typical in capital cities; below 3.5% suggests a growth-focused market where capital gains drive the return.

    Estimates only, not financial or tax advice. Outcomes depend on your individual circumstances. Consult a licensed financial adviser before making investment decisions.

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