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debt coverage ratio

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debt coverage ratio (DCR)

The ratio of net operating income compared to annual debt service, which includes principal and interest payments. The ratio is used by lenders to evaluate loans on income-producing property.A ratio of 1.2 or better will usually support the extension of credit.

Example:

Annual revenues $100,000

– Annual operating expenses 50,000

 Net operating income 50,000

Annual debt service on proposed loan 11,000

$50,000 ÷ $11,000 = DCR of 4.54



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