How to use this property & real estate hub
Property decisions are rarely about one number. A purchase price or headline rent figure can look attractive until you layer in financing costs, taxes, maintenance, void periods, capital growth, or the alternative cost of doing something else with the same cash. This hub is built to help you compare those moving parts in one place before you commit to a property decision.
Whether you are deciding between renting and buying, reviewing a potential investment, or checking whether a property still performs after costs, the most useful approach is to move from broad scenarios to sharper questions. Start with the big decision, then use the grouped tools below to test yield, ownership cost, growth, cash flow, and landlord profit separately. That gives you a more stable picture than relying on a single headline return.
These calculators are especially helpful when a property looks good on paper but you are unsure which assumption is doing the heavy lifting. A small change in occupancy, price growth, financing cost, or maintenance can completely change the outcome. By comparing those scenarios early, you can avoid spending time on deals that only work under perfect assumptions.
Use the popular tools first if you are comparing renting and owning, projecting yield, or reviewing property taxes and cash flow. Then use the supporting guides to understand the trade-offs. The result is a stronger authority hub for anyone trying to make a property decision with fewer blind spots and better cross-checks.
Most popular calculators
Start with the tools people usually need first, then move into the grouped sections below for more specific scenarios.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term cost of renting versus buying a home. Enter property price, rent, mortgage rate and duration to see which option suits you best.
Rental Yield Calculator
Calculate gross and net rental yield on a buy-to-let property. Enter purchase price, annual rent and costs to see whether an investment property stacks up.
Landlord Profit Calculator
Property Tax Calculator
Guides that support this category
Use these editorial guides when you need more context before choosing the right calculator.
Rental Yield vs Buy-to-Let Yield Calculator: Property Investment Guide
Compare rental yield calculations for standard rentals vs buy-to-let investments.
9 min read
Best Property & Real Estate Calculators in the UK
Calculate rental yields, buy-to-let returns, and property investment metrics for UK properties.
11 min read
Mortgage vs Rent Calculator: Should You Buy or Rent Your Home?
Use our comprehensive comparison to decide whether buying or renting makes financial sense for you.
10 min read
Investment Calculator vs Compound Interest Calculator: Key Differences
Compare investment return and compound interest calculations to choose the right tool for your needs.
8 min read
Renting, buying, and ownership decisions
Use these tools to compare living arrangements, ownership costs, and whether a purchase stacks up against the alternative.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term cost of renting versus buying a home. Enter property price, rent, mortgage rate and duration to see which option suits you best.
Mortgage vs Rent Calculator
Compare the total cost of buying with a mortgage versus renting long-term. Factor in house price growth, rent increases and investment returns to decide wisely.
Lease vs Buy Calculator
Compare the total cost of leasing versus buying a car or asset. Enter lease terms, purchase price and finance rate to find the most cost-effective option.
Closing Costs Calculator
Estimate closing costs when buying a property, including legal fees, surveys and stamp duty. Budget for the total upfront cost of completing a home purchase.
Landlord and yield analysis
These calculators focus on rental yield, landlord profit, rent increases, and the practical cash-flow side of property income.
Rental Yield Calculator
Calculate gross and net rental yield on a buy-to-let property. Enter purchase price, annual rent and costs to see whether an investment property stacks up.
Landlord Profit Calculator
Calculate monthly and annual landlord profit after mortgage, agent fees, maintenance and insurance.
Rent Increase Calculator
Calculate the new monthly rent after a percentage increase and see the extra monthly and annual cost.
Buy-to-Let ROI Calculator
Calculate rental profits and return on investment for buy-to-let property investments.
Tax, ROI, and growth
Use this group to compare longer-term return potential, tax drag, resale profit, and property growth assumptions.
Property Tax Calculator
Calculate property tax owed based on assessed value and local tax rates. Estimate your annual bill to budget accurately for the cost of owning real estate.
ROI Calculator
Calculate return on investment as a percentage of your initial outlay. Enter net profit and investment cost to measure efficiency of any business decision.
Capital Growth Calculator
Calculate the capital growth of a property or investment over a set period. Enter purchase price, annual growth rate and years held to project the future value.
Property Flipping Profit Calculator
Calculate profit and ROI on property flipping projects including renovation costs.
More tools in this category
Use these supporting calculators when you need a more specific comparison or a second opinion on the same decision.
Council Tax Calculator
Estimate your council tax bill by band and region for 2024/25. See monthly payments and how discounts like single-person or student exemptions affect your bill.
Right to Buy Calculator
Calculate your Right to Buy discount and purchase price for your council or housing association home. Find out how much discount you qualify for based on years as a tenant.
House Price Growth Calculator
Project your UK property value over 5 to 25 years. Enter your home's current value and an expected annual growth rate to see future value, total gain, and equity growth.
Negative Gearing Calculator
Calculate the tax benefit of negative gearing an investment property. See your after-tax cost, annual tax saving, and rental yield using 2024/25 AU rates.
Stamp Duty Calculator (Australia)
Calculate stamp duty for property purchases in NSW, Victoria, Queensland, WA, SA, and ACT. Includes first home buyer concessions and foreign surcharges.
First Home Super Saver (FHSS) Calculator
Calculate how much you can save using the First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSS). See your tax savings, release amount vs a regular savings account.
Rent vs Buy Calculator (Australia)
Compare renting vs buying a home in Australia. Includes stamp duty, buying costs, mortgage repayments, property growth, and equity built over 5 to 20 years.
Help to Buy Calculator (Ireland)
Calculate your Help to Buy rebate for a new build in Ireland. See how much tax back you qualify for, your effective deposit, and whether your LTV is eligible.
Stamp Duty Calculator (Ireland)
Calculate Irish stamp duty on residential and commercial property purchases. Includes the 1%/2% residential rate, 7.5% commercial rate, and bulk purchase surcharge.
Bright-Line Property Tax Calculator (NZ)
Calculate New Zealand bright-line property tax. From 1 July 2024 the period is 2 years for all residential property. See taxable gain at your marginal rate.
NZ Rental Yield Calculator
Calculate your New Zealand rental property gross and net yield. Includes mortgage interest, expenses, and tax benefit if negatively geared using 2024/25 IRD rates.
Transfer Duty Calculator (South Africa)
Calculate South African transfer duty on property purchases. Uses 2024/25 SARS rates: 0% below R1.1m, up to 13% on high-value properties. Includes conveyancing fee estimate.
Rental Income Tax Calculator (South Africa)
Calculate South African tax on rental income. Deduct bond interest, rates, insurance, and repairs. See tax at your marginal rate using 2024/25 SARS brackets.
Rent Affordability Calculator
Calculate how much rent you can afford based on your income. See your rent-to-income ratio and find your maximum affordable weekly rent using the 30% guideline.