Property Valuation
A capitalization rate (cap rate) and value have which relationship?
ADirectly proportional — as cap rate increases, value increases
BInversely proportional — as cap rate increases, value decreases✓ Correct
CNo relationship
DThey are always equal
Explanation
Value = NOI / Cap Rate. Therefore, as the cap rate increases, the value decreases (inversely proportional).
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