Risk Management

Vacancy Risk

Exposure to extended periods without rental income.

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Plain-English explanation

Underwrite 8–10% vacancy in stable markets; higher in turnover-heavy submarkets.

Examples

60-day vacancy on a single SFR = 16% annualized.

Common mistakes

Underwriting 0% vacancy in pro formas.

Vacancy Risk

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