Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat - the ultimate wealth-building strategy. Calculate returns, analyze deals, and scale your portfolio with our comprehensive BRRRR calculator.
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BRRRR stands for Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat - a powerful real estate investment strategy that allows you to recycle your initial capital and scale your portfolio rapidly.
Purchase below-market properties with potential
Improve the property to increase value and rent
Find quality tenants for steady cash flow
Pull out equity through cash-out refinance
Use the capital for the next deal
The amount of your own money remaining after the refinance. Lower is better for scaling.
Purchase + rehab should not exceed 70% of ARV (After Repair Value) for profitable deals.
Annual cash flow divided by cash left in the deal after refinance.
Overall return including appreciation, cash flow, and loan paydown over holding period.
Look for properties that are:
Your After Repair Value must be based on:
Ensure you can refinance by having:
Track every step from purchase to refinance with detailed metrics
Automatically checks if your deal meets the critical 70% rule
Test different ARV, rehab cost, and refinance scenarios
Using optimistic property values leads to refinance shortfalls. Always be conservative with ARV estimates.
Always add 20-30% buffer to rehab estimates. Unexpected issues are common in older properties.
Factor in mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, and utilities during the rehab and vacancy periods.
Build relationships with portfolio lenders before you need them. Know their requirements and get pre-qualified.
Use our comprehensive calculator to analyze your first BRRRR deal
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