A 12-unit apartment building in Newton, Massachusetts was acquired for $8,000,000 with a 70% LTV purchase money mortgage at a 5.25% annual interest rate fully amortizing over 30 years. The new owner substantially improved the building, renovating the exterior and interior. She also implemented several environmentally friendly cost-saving measures, including the installation of solar panels on the roof, that saved energy and reduced operating expenses. After two years, these upgrades and improvements led to a substantial increase in the property’s NOI to $580,000 from a net operating income of $500,000 at the time of the acquisition. What was the acquisition cap rate? a.7.25% b.5.25% c.6.25% d. 8.25%

A 12-unit apartment building in Newton, Massachusetts was acquired for $8,000,000 with a 70% LTV purchase money mortgage at a 5.25% annual interest rate fully amortizing over 30 years. The new owner substantially improved the building, renovating the exterior and interior. She also implemented several environmentally friendly cost-saving measures, including the installation of solar panels on the roof, that saved energy and reduced operating expenses. After two years, these upgrades and improvements led to a substantial increase in the property’s NOI to $580,000 from a net operating income of $500,000 at the time of the acquisition. What was the acquisition cap rate? a.7.25% b.5.25% c.6.25% d. 8.25%