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What is the 2% rule in Real Estate and why it matters?

The 2% rule is a simple guideline for assessing rental property profitability, stating monthly rent should be at least 2% of the total purchase price. While useful as an initial screening tool, it's often impractical in today's market due to high property prices and regulated rent growth, especially in metro cities.

28 Jan 2026 3:22 pm