70% Rule Calculator

Determine the maximum price to pay for fix-and-flip properties using the industry-standard 70% rule formula.

70% Rule Calculator

Property Information

After Repair Value (ARV) * ?

$

Estimated Rehab Cost * ?

$

Rule Percentage ?

%

Actual Purchase Price ?

$

Additional Costs (Optional)

Closing Costs ?

$

Holding Costs ?

$

Selling Costs ?

%

Desired Profit ?

$

70% Rule Analysis

Enter ARV and rehab costs, then click "Calculate" to see your 70% rule analysis

Maximum Purchase Price
$0

70% of ARV

$0

Total Rehab Cost

$0

Total Investment

$0

Estimated Profit

$0

Deal Breakdown

After Repair Value $0

Less: Selling Costs $0

Less: Rehab Costs $0

Less: Holding Costs $0

Less: Desired Profit $0

Maximum Offer $0

Enter purchase price to evaluate deal

Compare your actual purchase price to the maximum recommended price.

About the 70% Rule

The 70% rule is a quick way to evaluate fix-and-flip deals. It states that you should pay no more than 70% of the After Repair Value (ARV) minus rehab costs. This rule helps ensure adequate profit margin and accounts for unexpected expenses.

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