Total Cash Investment

Total Cash Investment is the actual amount of money you put into a real estate deal. This includes your down payment, closing costs, loan fees, initial repairs (if any), and reserves for things like property taxes or maintenance. It’s the number investors use to calculate cash-on-cash return—a key metric for evaluating how efficiently your money is working. Meridian breaks down total cash investment clearly on each pro forma so buyers know exactly what they’re committing upfront. Especially in 1031 exchanges, knowing your true cash investment helps you match replacement properties accurately and plan for the next phase of portfolio growth.