- The Formula — The exact mathematical formula used
- Data Sources — Where each input value comes from (ABS Census, RBA, or user-entered)
- Assumptions — Any estimates or defaults that were used
- Limitations — What the calculation does not account for
Gross Rental Yield Example
Formula: (Annual Rent / Purchase Price) x 100
Inputs: Annual Rent = $26,000 (ABS suburb median rent estimate), Purchase Price = $620,000 (User-entered)
Result: ($26,000 / $620,000) x 100 = 4.2%
Glass Box Benefits
- Verify: Check the calculation against your own spreadsheet
- Question: Challenge any assumption that does not match your situation
- Adjust: Change inputs (price, rent, expenses) to see how results change
- Trust: Know exactly what you are basing your decisions on
Virtual Buyers Agent handles this automatically.
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