Calculate Present Value of 10-Year Lease w/ OCC & Variable Rental

In summary, the conversation is about finding the present value of a 10-year lease with increasing rent payments and a 10% annual interest rate. The correct answer is £132.51, but the person initially got a wrong answer of -23.88 due to using incorrect data in their calculator. They were able to solve the problem with the correct data and thanked everyone for their help.
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Hi all

Trying to improve my level of maths and would like some help with the below question please.

A 10-year lease with annual rental payments to be made at the end of each year, with the rent increasing by 2% each year. If the first year rent is £20 and the OCC is 10% per year, what is the Present value of the lease?

The formula for present value of a level annuities is below (for a growing interest rate)

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According to my book the answer should be £132.51, but I get -23.88.

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Could anyone tell me where I am misinterpreting the formula?
 

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  • #2
Book is correct. Are you using a calculator?
You're probably entering the data wrongly...we can't tell...
Try it this way:
u = (1.02/1.10)^10
v = .10 - .02

PV = 20*(1 - u) / v
 
  • #3
Yes it works I must have been using the incorrect figure with my calculator.

Many thanks
 

1. What is the formula for calculating present value?

The formula for calculating the present value of a 10-year lease with an occupancy cost and variable rental is: PV = (R x (1- (1 + i)^-n))/i, where R is the annual rental amount, i is the discount rate, and n is the number of years.

2. How do I determine the occupancy cost and variable rental for the calculation?

The occupancy cost is the fixed amount that the tenant must pay each year for the lease. The variable rental is the additional amount that may be charged based on certain conditions, such as changes in market rates or performance of the property. These amounts should be specified in the lease agreement.

3. What is the discount rate and how do I determine it?

The discount rate is the rate at which future cash flows are discounted to their present value. It takes into account the time value of money and the risk associated with the investment. The discount rate can be determined by considering factors such as the current interest rates, inflation, and the specific risk of the investment.

4. Can the present value of a 10-year lease change over time?

Yes, the present value of a 10-year lease can change over time. This is because it is affected by factors such as changes in the occupancy cost, variable rental, and discount rate. Additionally, changes in the real estate market or the performance of the property can also impact the present value.

5. How can I use the present value calculation for decision-making?

The present value calculation can help you make informed decisions about whether to enter into a 10-year lease with an occupancy cost and variable rental. It can also be used to compare the present value of different lease options or to determine the maximum amount that should be paid for a lease in order to achieve a desired rate of return.

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