SAFMR Calculator

Market Alignment Tool

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• trusted by housing authorities nationwide

• empowering property owners

• serving local, state and federal agencies • trusted by housing authorities nationwide • empowering property owners •

Property Information

Property Name *

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Street Address *

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City *

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State *

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Zip Code *

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Unit Information

Unit Type

# of Units

Gross Rent
(Contract Rent + Utility)

Studio (0BR)

1BR

2BR

3BR

4BR

At least one unit must have both count and gross rent entered

Analysis Results

Unit Type

# of Units

Gross Rent
(Contract Rent +
Utility)
(A)

FY2026 SAFMR
(B)

Gap ($)
(B-A)

Gap %
(B-A)/B

Gap Analysis Interpretation

0-5% Below FMR: Property appears optimally positioned relative to market

5-10% Below FMR: Minor opportunity may exist; particularly if you provide non-shelter services

10-15% Below FMR: Moderate opportunity exists; professional assessment recommended

15%+ Below FMR: Significant opportunity exists; immediate professional assessment recommended

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RCS SERVICES

Comprehensive Solutions

We provide flexible RCS delivery options that accommodate your timeline, budget, and strategic planning needs while ensuring full HUD compliance

Complete RCS Portfolio

Comprehensive rent comparability studies for all property types and populations, from small senior developments to large family complexes across urban, suburban, and rural markets nationwide.

Initial RCS studies for new properties and acquisitions
Contract renewal RCS assessments across all development sizes
Complex property evaluations including mixed populations and specialized housing
Portfolio-wide RCS programs for multi-state and multi-market operators

Phased RCS Approach

Strategic market alignment through preliminary rent assessment and phased implementation, enabling property owners to identify market alignment opportunities while managing budget constraints and contract renewal timelines.

Preliminary rent assessment to identify market alignment potential
SAFMR analysis to determine 150% threshold opportunities
Strategic implementation aligned with contract renewal dates
Cost-effective approach to confirm market positioning before full RCS commitment

HUD Compliance Assurance

Expert methodology and quality control processes ensure your RCS studies meet all HUD requirements while providing strategic market positioning insights that support property performance enhancement.