The Use of Computer Software for DCF Flow Analysis in the Context of the North American Real Estate Market

Abstract

Compares and contrasts commercial property leasing in the USA, Canada and the UK. Notes that the complexity of leasing arrangements in North America demand a discounted cash flow (DCF) approach to predicting cash flow. Discusses the use of spreadsheets and dedicated software packages. Provides a worked example of DCF.

Citation

Patrick, M. (1990), "The Use of Computer Software for DCF Flow Analysis in the Context of the North American Real Estate Market", Journal of Property Finance, Vol. 1 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000003428