The comps of actual listings and how much they generate is way more accurate in my experience

Most the comments in this post are accurate.

Sounds like you would benefit from the accrual method not just for taxes but also to keep accurate track of money in vs out.

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They have a mortgage amortization feature that actually works so you can split your monthly PITI payment into interest, equity, and escrow payments and generate accurate P&L statements. 

I want to ensure the reporting is accurate.

These approaches consider how the capital has grown or shrunk over time, providing a more accurate reflection of actual performance.For instance, the CAGR in this case would be negative, as it accounts for the overall movement of the investment from $100 to $50 over the two-year period, indicating a loss.If you'd like further clarification or assistance in understanding other metrics for evaluating investments, feel free to ask!

I have some brokers telling me that it's still a rent PSF calculation, but I'm just not seeing how that's an accurate way to price it b/c of the effect a drive thru has on the ability has to drive traffic.

In general, it is the most methodical and accurate approach, relying on solid documentation of the construction costs and minimal cost estimating.

First of all - most people (including real estate investors) are lazy and will always gravitate towards promises of quick returns / passive income promises.But also - what you are describing is something that AirDNA does extremely well and automated - it can be a little pricy, but way way more effective and accurate to do this with that tool - highly recommended