Holding Cost Calculator

Calculate the monthly carrying costs for your flip or investment property. Every month you hold a property costs money - make sure you account for loan interest, taxes, insurance, utilities, and maintenance.

Loan Details

Monthly Carrying Costs

Holding Period

6 months
1 months12 months

Holding Cost Summary

Monthly Total
$2,750
Total for 6 Months
$16,500
Interest Component
$2,000
per month

Monthly Breakdown

Loan Interest$2,000
Property Taxes$350
Insurance$100
Utilities$200
Maintenance$100
Total Monthly$2,750

Holding Time Impact

3 Months
$8,250
6 Months
$16,500
9 Months
$24,750
12 Months
$33,000

Factor Into Your Flip Profit

Every month you hold eats into your profit. See how holding costs impact your bottom line with our full calculator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are holding costs in real estate?

Holding costs are the monthly expenses you incur while owning an investment property. They include loan payments, property taxes, insurance, utilities, HOA fees, and maintenance.

How do holding costs impact flip profits?

Every month you hold a flip costs money. A typical flip might have $2,000-$4,000/month in holding costs. A 2-month delay can eat $4,000-$8,000 of your profit.

How can I minimize holding costs?

Speed is key: have contractors lined up before closing, get permits early, and list as soon as renovation is complete. Also consider interest-only loans and higher deductibles on insurance.

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