Net Present Value (NPV)

Definition of "Net Present Value (NPV)"

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The difference between the present value of cash inflows generated by real estate and the amount of the initial investment. The present value of future cash flows is computed using the cost of capital (minimum desired rate of return, or hurdle rate) as the discount rate.

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