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Renovation value and return: practical guide
This guide explains how to use the Count.ie renovation value and return. Compare estimated property-value uplift with all-in renovation spending. Follow the inputs, method and worked example below, then compare your own scenario.
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Open the Renovation value and return calculatorWhat to prepare
- Collect the purchase, loan, rental or project figures from dated documents.
- Distinguish purchase price, borrowing, one-off acquisition costs and recurring ownership costs.
- Check the property's use, tax year and any scheme eligibility against official guidance.
Understand the inputs
The calculation method
Deduct works, contingency, professional fees and commission on positive value uplift.
Worked example
Illustrative inputs and their result.
Example inputs
- Current property value (€)
- 300000
- Expected value after works (€)
- 350000
- Works cost (€)
- 30000
- Professional fees (€)
- 3000
- Contingency on works (%)
- 10
- Commission on incremental uplift (%)
- 1.8
Calculated example result
- Net Value Added
- €13,100.00
- Renovation Return Percent
- 36.3889%
How to interpret the result
A loan payment, gross yield or purchase budget describes only part of ownership. Read exclusions carefully: affordability, lender approval, vacancy, repairs and transaction eligibility may not be fully modelled.
Compare like-for-like properties or financing scenarios, with the same term and cost basis. Where relevant, test a higher interest rate, a vacancy period or a larger maintenance allowance.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Do not compare gross rental yield with net cash flow as if they were the same measure.
- Do not assume a favourable tax result means the property or letting qualifies for a scheme.
- Keep refundable deposits and recurring costs separate from permanent acquisition costs.
Assumptions and sources
Value uplift is uncertain. No financing costs, tax, grants or value for living disruption.
If your case falls outside this scope, use a more suitable calculator or contact us about an unclear method.