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Intermediate1.5 hours9 terms

Receivables & Collection: Key Terms

This curated collection offers key terms that might be helpful when exploring the vital area of real estate income collection and receivables management. It's designed as a quick reference to clarify commonly encountered terminology, supporting your understanding of property financial health.

Term Collection

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Bad Debt Expense

Bad debt expense is the portion of accounts receivable, such as unpaid rent, that a real estate investor determines is uncollectible. It represents an estimated loss from revenues that will not be recovered, directly impacting a property's profitability.

Intermediate2-3 min
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Average Collection Period

The Average Collection Period measures the average number of days it takes for a real estate investor to collect payments after a sale or service, typically rent or other receivables. It indicates the efficiency of a property's collection process.

Intermediate5 min
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Rent Collection

Rent collection is the systematic process by which landlords or property managers receive rental payments from tenants, encompassing payment terms, processing, tracking, and handling delinquencies to ensure consistent cash flow for investment properties.

Intermediate12-15 min
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Cash Flow

Cash flow in real estate investing represents the net income generated by a property after all operating expenses and debt service payments have been made. Positive cash flow indicates profitability, while negative cash flow suggests a loss.

Intermediate2-3 min
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Net Operating Income

Net Operating Income (NOI) is a key real estate metric representing a property's annual income after deducting all operating expenses, but before accounting for debt service, income taxes, and capital expenditures.

Intermediate11-12 min
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Property Management

Property management is the professional oversight and operation of real estate, typically rental properties, on behalf of an owner, handling tasks from tenant acquisition to maintenance and financial reporting.

Beginner11-12 min
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Rent Roll

A rent roll is a comprehensive document detailing a property's rental income, occupancy, and lease terms for each unit, essential for financial analysis and property management.

Intermediate15-18 min
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Accounts Receivable

Accounts Receivable (AR) represents money owed to a real estate investor by tenants or other parties for services rendered or goods provided, such as rent, late fees, or repair charges.

Beginner3 min
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Receivables Management

Receivables management in real estate is the strategic process of optimizing rent collection, minimizing delinquencies, and managing tenant accounts to maximize cash flow and protect asset value.

Advanced5 min

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