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Should I Raise Rent?
An interactive decision tool that weighs market data, tenant risk, cost pressure, and state laws to recommend the right move.
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Cost Pressure
Cleaning, repairs, marketing, screening
Recommendation
This increase is too risky — try 0% instead
Baseline — keep rent flat: -$245.00 expected value (95% renewal odds, same turnover model). Compare the raise's EV against this, not against $0.
Market Position
11.8% below market
Renewal Probability
78%
Expected Value
-$376.00
Annual Revenue Gain
+$900.00
Total Turnover Risk
$4,900.00
Optimal Increase
0% → $1,500.00/mo
Cost Pressure Summary
Your costs increased $300.00/year ($25.00/month)
A 1.7% increase would cover rising costs
Scenario Comparison
| Increase | Renewal % | Rev/yr | EV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3% ($1,545.00) | 85% | $540.00 | -$276.00 |
| 5% ($1,575.00) | 78% | $900.00 | -$376.00 |
| 7% ($1,605.00) | 62% | $1,260.00 | -$1,080.80 |
| 10% ($1,650.00) | 41% | $1,800.00 | -$2,153.00 |
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