Real Estate MathIntermediateNorth Carolina Exam

A NC investor buys a rental property for $240,000 and receives $1,600/month rent. The annual gross rent multiplier (GRM) is:

A12.5Correct
B13.5 (using annual rather than monthly rent)
C14.0
D15.0

Why 12.5 Is Correct

Answer A: 12.5

Annual GRM = Purchase price / Annual gross rent = $240,000 / ($1,600 x 12) = $240,000 / $19,200 = 12.5.

Exam Tip: Real Estate Math

Math questions are formula-based. Memorize the key formulas: commission splits, proration, cap rate (NOI ÷ Value), GRM (Price ÷ Gross Rent), and LTV (Loan ÷ Value). Practice converting between annual and monthly figures.

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