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Understanding Debt Yield

Why institutional lenders prefer debt yield over DSCR.

Why Debt Yield Matters

Unlike DSCR, debt yield is independent of interest rate, amortization, and loan term. It measures the lender's return if they had to foreclose and operate the property. A 10% debt yield means the lender would earn 10% annually on their loan from the property's NOI alone — regardless of market rates.

Debt Yield vs DSCR

DSCR can be manipulated by extending amortization (lowering payments) or using interest-only periods. Debt yield cannot be gamed — it depends only on NOI and loan amount. That's why CMBS lenders and life insurance companies use it as the primary underwriting constraint alongside LTV.

Typical Requirements

CMBS/Conduit: 8–10% minimum. Life insurance companies: 9–11%. Agency multifamily: 7–9%. Banks may not explicitly require it but will check. Higher debt yield = lower risk to the lender = better loan terms for you.

Improving Debt Yield

Increase NOI (higher rents, lower expenses, reduce vacancy) or reduce the loan amount requested. Unlike DSCR, you cannot improve debt yield by changing loan terms. Our advisors help you present the strongest NOI documentation to maximize your available leverage.

Debt Yield Requirements by Lender Type

Minimum thresholds across different lending sources.

Lender TypeMin Debt YieldTypical Deal SizeProperty Types
CMBS / Conduit8–10%$3M–$50M+All stabilized CRE
Life Insurance Co.9–11%$5M–$100M+Class A office, multifamily, industrial
Agency (Fannie/Freddie)7–9%$1M–$50M+Multifamily only
National Bank8–10%$2M–$25MDiversified CRE
Regional/Community BankNot primary metric$500K–$10MAll CRE, owner-occupied

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