{"product_id":"real-estate-investment-platform-kpi-metrics","title":"7 Essential KPIs for a Real Estate Investment Platform","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section text-1_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKPI Metrics for Real Estate Investment Platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Real Estate Investment Platform model requires tight control over acquisition costs and transaction efficiency Your breakeven point is projected for April 2029, or \u003cstrong\u003e40 months\u003c\/strong\u003e, driven by high initial fixed costs and complex regulatory overhead You must track 7 core metrics weekly to manage this timeline Initial Buyer Acquisition Cost (CAC) is $500, but Seller CAC starts high at \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2026 Variable costs, including compliance (50%) and due diligence (30%), total about \u003cstrong\u003e115%\u003c\/strong\u003e of transaction value initially Focus on increasing the Accredited Investor mix to boost Average Order Value (AOV) and reduce CAC over time\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section image-1_new_design\" id=\"main_article_image\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #6067F2;\"\u003e7 KPIs to Track for \u003c\/span\u003eReal Estate Investment Platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"dwnld_tbl_id\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e#\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKPI Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMetric Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTarget \/ Benchmark\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReview Frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Transaction Volume (TTV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal dollar value of properties invested through the platform.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsistent month-over-month growth.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeekly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended CAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage cost to acquire one new paying user (buyer or seller).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduction from $500 (Buyer) and $5,000 (Seller) annually.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonthly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGross Margin %\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRevenue retained after direct transaction costs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability above 85% after accounting for 20% transaction fees and 15% hosting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonthly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTV\/CAC Ratio (By Segment)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifetime value of an investor against their acquisition cost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRatio above 30.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuarterly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeat Investment Rate (RIR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePercentage of existing investors making a second or subsequent investment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRIR growth, especially for Family Offices (030 in 2026).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonthly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage Order Value (AOV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical investment size per transaction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAOV growth by shifting investor mix toward Accredited ($25,000) and Family Offices ($100,000).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeekly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable Expense Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable costs (Legal\/Due Diligence) as a percentage of TTV.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduction from 80% (50% + 30%) over time.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonthly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dwnld_btn_div\"\u003e\u003cbutton id=\"dwnld_btn_id\" class=\"dwnld_btn_clss\"\u003eDownload Table in XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow can we accelerate revenue growth while maintaining transaction quality?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccelerating revenue growth defintely hinges on shifting transaction volume toward higher-value Family Office clients while adjusting the blended commission structure to capture more value from the expected 2030 seller mix; Have You Considered How To Outline The Market Analysis For Your Real Estate Investment Platform? You need to map out how the \u003cstrong\u003e$5k\u003c\/strong\u003e retail AOV versus the \u003cstrong\u003e$100k\u003c\/strong\u003e Family Office AOV impacts your blended take rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptimize Transaction Value Capture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetail investor Average Order Value (AOV) sits at \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily Office AOV is \u003cstrong\u003e20x\u003c\/strong\u003e higher, reaching \u003cstrong\u003e$100,000\u003c\/strong\u003e per transaction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe current fee structure is \u003cstrong\u003e15%\u003c\/strong\u003e variable plus a flat \u003cstrong\u003e$50\u003c\/strong\u003e fee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocusing on the \u003cstrong\u003e$100k\u003c\/strong\u003e trade captures \u003cstrong\u003e$15,050\u003c\/strong\u003e versus only \u003cstrong\u003e$750\u003c\/strong\u003e on the retail trade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManage Seller Mix Evolution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe seller mix shifts significantly over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual Owners drop from \u003cstrong\u003e60%\u003c\/strong\u003e of listings in 2026 to just \u003cstrong\u003e20%\u003c\/strong\u003e by 2030.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis signals a move toward larger, professional asset listings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransaction quality maintenance means scaling vetting for institutional assets, not just small lots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhen will we achieve positive cash flow and what is the minimum cash requirement?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Real Estate Investment Platform is projected to hit breakeven in \u003cstrong\u003eApril 2029\u003c\/strong\u003e, requiring a minimum cumulative cash injection of \u003cstrong\u003e-$2,386 million\u003c\/strong\u003e by March 2029 to cover initial burn, a critical hurdle for any new venture, especially when considering how you structure early capital raises; for guidance on this, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-to-open\/real-estate-investment-platform\"\u003eHow Can You Effectively Launch Your Real Estate Investment Platform To Attract Early Investors?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBreakeven Timeline \u0026amp; Fixed Burn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreakeven is \u003cstrong\u003e40 months\u003c\/strong\u003e out, landing in \u003cstrong\u003eApril 2029\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonthly fixed overhead sits at \u003cstrong\u003e$12,800\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis timeline assumes steady growth toward profitability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need capital to cover this fixed burn until then.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCash Drain Drivers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum required cash is \u003cstrong\u003e-$2,386 million\u003c\/strong\u003e by March 2029.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable costs are the main drain; Legal\/Compliance is \u003cstrong\u003e50%\u003c\/strong\u003e of transaction costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue Diligence accounts for another \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e of variable spend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese high transaction costs defintely push the breakeven point further out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eAre we spending efficiently to acquire high-value buyers and sellers?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquisition efficiency looks skewed, with Seller Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) projected at \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2026 versus Buyer CAC at only \u003cstrong\u003e$500\u003c\/strong\u003e, so understanding the lifetime value (LTV) difference is crucial, especially as we look at how much the owner of a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-much-makes\/real-estate-investment-platform\"\u003eReal Estate Investment Platform\u003c\/a\u003e typically makes. The immediate action is monitoring the rising share of Institutional Sellers, which will pressure that high seller acquisition spend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCAC Disparity Needs LTV Check\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeller CAC is \u003cstrong\u003e10x\u003c\/strong\u003e Buyer CAC in 2026 (\u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e vs \u003cstrong\u003e$500\u003c\/strong\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack LTV\/CAC ratio separately for Retail vs. Accredited buyers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh seller cost requires significantly higher transaction volume per seller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure buyer acquisition costs remain stable to maintain margin balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMonitor Seller Channel Migration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstitutional Sellers represent \u003cstrong\u003e10%\u003c\/strong\u003e of volume in 2026.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis segment is forecast to hit \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e by 2030.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher institutional volume might lower blended seller CAC over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf onboarding takes \u003cstrong\u003e14+ days\u003c\/strong\u003e, churn risk rises defintely among these large sellers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat operational risks threaten our path to profitability and how do we mitigate them?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperational risks for the Real Estate Investment Platform defintely center on managing high variable compliance expenses and recovering the \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e upfront platform development cost. Before digging into mitigation, you need a clear picture of your unit economics; check \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/profitability\/real-estate-investment-platform\"\u003eIs Your Real Estate Investment Platform Currently Achieving Strong Profitability?\u003c\/a\u003e to see if your current structure supports these hurdles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHigh Cost Hurdles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance expenses are a major drag, running at \u003cstrong\u003e50%\u003c\/strong\u003e of related revenue, making them mostly variable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatform development requires a significant initial capital outlay of \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e before launch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou must price transactions high enough to cover these fixed and variable compliance burdens quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf onboarding takes 14+ days, churn risk rises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDriving Scalable Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalability depends on shifting focus away from one-off Individual Owners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget Family Offices specifically, as their repeat investment rate starts strong at \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign premium features that incentivize these larger entities to transact more often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher transaction frequency lowers the effective cost basis of that initial \u003cstrong\u003e$150k\u003c\/strong\u003e spend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAchieving the projected April 2029 breakeven requires rigorous weekly tracking of core KPIs to manage the substantial $2.386 million minimum cash requirement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMitigating the initial high Variable Expense Ratio, which starts at 80% due to compliance and due diligence costs, is crucial for improving Gross Margin %.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccelerating revenue growth hinges on strategically shifting the investor mix away from Retail toward Family Offices to significantly boost the Average Order Value (AOV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe platform must prioritize lowering the high Seller CAC of $5,000 by improving the LTV\/CAC ratio across all investor segments to ensure sustainable acquisition spending.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKPI 1\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eTotal Transaction Volume (TTV)\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefinition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Transaction Volume (TTV) is the total dollar value of all properties invested through your marketplace. It measures the raw scale of capital flowing onto the platform, ignoring your take-rate or fees. Hitting consistent \u003cstrong\u003emonth-over-month growth\u003c\/strong\u003e here is your primary indicator of market adoption and asset quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectly measures market penetration and asset velocity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServes as the base input for calculating transaction-based revenue streams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndicates investor confidence in the vetted properties listed for fractional sale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-minus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisadvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTTV doesn't account for profitability or gross margin retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can be easily inflated by one or two very large, infrequent deals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt hides underlying user engagement issues if growth is driven by external marketing spend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustry Benchmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor new fractional investment platforms, initial TTV benchmarks are highly variable, often starting below \u003cstrong\u003e$1 million monthly\u003c\/strong\u003e. What matters more than the absolute number is the rate of growth; successful platforms aim for \u003cstrong\u003e15% to 25%\u003c\/strong\u003e sequential monthly growth in the first 18 months. This growth rate proves you're solving the liquidity problem effectively for property owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-rocket-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Improve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease Average Order Value (AOV) by incentivizing larger investments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShift investor mix toward higher-value segments like Accredited investors ($25,000 AOV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove seller services to attract higher-value property listings onto the marketplace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Calculate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTTV is simply the sum of every dollar invested through the platform. You need to track every single order value, regardless of whether it’s a retail investor buying a small piece or a Family Office buying a large stake. This metric is foundational for understanding your platform's economic scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-how-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExample of Calculation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's look at one week's activity. You closed 10 deals total. Five were small retail investments of $5,000 each, and five were larger investments from Accredited users at $25,000 each. Here’s the quick math for that week's TTV:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nTTV = ($5,000 x 5) + ($25,000 x 5) = $25,000 + $125,000 = $150,000\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, the TTV for that period is \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you hit this number consistently, you’re building momentum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips and Trics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview TTV every Monday morning to catch weekend activity trends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSegment TTV by investor type to see if high-value users are engaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatch TTV relative to your Variable Expense Ratio; high TTV must drive down that \u003cstrong\u003e80%\u003c\/strong\u003e cost baseline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure growth isn't just one massive deal skewing the number; defintely look at the transaction count too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKPI 2\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eBlended CAC\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefinition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlended Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) tells you the average dollar spent to bring one new paying user onto the platform, whether they are buying fractional shares or listing property. It combines the cost of acquiring both buyers and sellers into one metric to gauge overall marketing efficiency. You need to watch this \u003cstrong\u003emonthly\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure spending scales efficiently as you grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a single, quick health check on total marketing spend efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForces teams to consider the cost of acquiring both sides of the marketplace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps set initial, high-level budgets for growth initiatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-minus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisadvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMasks critical differences between buyer and seller acquisition costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA low blended number can hide an unsustainable \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e seller cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt doesn't factor in the differing Lifetime Value (LTV) of each user type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustry Benchmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor platform businesses dealing with high-value assets like real estate, a high CAC is expected initially. Your targets of \u003cstrong\u003e$500\u003c\/strong\u003e for buyers and \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for sellers are specific internal goals, not general industry standards you must meet. You must beat these targets to ensure profitability, especially since you review this metric monthly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-rocket-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Improve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease the take-rate on initial transactions to offset high upfront spend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus marketing spend heavily on the buyer segment until the \u003cstrong\u003e$500\u003c\/strong\u003e target is met.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement referral bonuses specifically for sellers who bring in new property listings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Calculate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlended CAC is calculated by taking all money spent on acquiring new users and dividing it by the total number of unique new users added, regardless of whether they buy or sell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nBlended CAC = Total Acquisition Spend \/ (New Buyers + New Sellers)\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-how-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExample of Calculation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSay in January, total acquisition spend hit \u003cstrong\u003e$100,000\u003c\/strong\u003e. You onboarded \u003cstrong\u003e50\u003c\/strong\u003e new retail investors (buyers) and \u003cstrong\u003e5\u003c\/strong\u003e new property sellers. Here’s the quick math:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nBlended CAC = $100,000 \/ (50 + 5) = $1,818.18\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis result means your average cost per new paying user that month was about \u003cstrong\u003e$1,818\u003c\/strong\u003e. You defintely need to check if that $1,818 is closer to your $500 buyer target or your $5,000 seller target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips and Trics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSegment CAC immediately; don't rely only on the blended view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTie acquisition spend directly to the \u003cstrong\u003emonthly\u003c\/strong\u003e review cadence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack the cost to acquire a paying user, not just a signup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf seller CAC exceeds \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for two months, pause high-cost channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKPI 3\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eGross Margin %\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefinition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGross Margin Percentage shows revenue retained after paying for the direct costs of delivering your service. For this platform, it measures retained revenue after covering transaction fees and hosting expenses. Hitting the target of \u003cstrong\u003e85%\u003c\/strong\u003e stability is defintely crucial for long-term viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows true profitability before overhead hits the bottom line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuides pricing strategy for transaction commissions and fixed fees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighlights efficiency in managing variable costs like \u003cstrong\u003e15%\u003c\/strong\u003e hosting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-minus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisadvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIgnores major fixed costs like salaries and platform development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be gamed by shifting costs between COGS and operating expenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA high percentage doesn't guarantee overall business success if Total Transaction Volume (TTV) is too low.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustry Benchmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor pure transaction platforms, Gross Margins often range between 60% and 90%. Since this business relies heavily on commissions and subscriptions, aiming for the high end, like the specified \u003cstrong\u003e85%\u003c\/strong\u003e, is appropriate for a high-value asset marketplace. Falling below 70% suggests your \u003cstrong\u003e20%\u003c\/strong\u003e transaction fees or hosting costs are eating too much margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-rocket-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Improve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease take-rate on transactions slightly above the \u003cstrong\u003e20%\u003c\/strong\u003e fee baseline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegotiate better hosting rates to push the \u003cstrong\u003e15%\u003c\/strong\u003e cost component down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncentivize subscription uptake, as subscription revenue usually carries near-zero direct COGS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Calculate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGross Margin Percentage measures the profit left after subtracting the direct costs associated with generating revenue. These direct costs (COGS) include transaction fees and hosting expenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nGross Margin % = (Revenue - COGS) \/ Revenue\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-how-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExample of Calculation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf monthly revenue hits $500,000, and the target Gross Margin is \u003cstrong\u003e85%\u003c\/strong\u003e, then your total allowable COGS must be $75,000 (15% of revenue). If transaction fees are \u003cstrong\u003e20%\u003c\/strong\u003e ($100,000) and hosting is \u003cstrong\u003e15%\u003c\/strong\u003e ($75,000), you must ensure that revenue streams like subscriptions cover the difference to maintain the 85% target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nTarget Gross Profit = $500,000 Revenue  0.85 = $425,000\nAllowable COGS = $500,000 Revenue - $425,000 Gross Profit = $75,000\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips and Trics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview this metric every single month, as required by the target cadence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate hosting costs to see if volume discounts apply at scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack transaction fees separately by seller versus buyer activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure ancillary service revenue (promoted listings) has near-zero COGS impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKPI 4\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eLTV\/CAC Ratio (By Segment)\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefinition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LTV\/CAC Ratio shows how much value an investor generates over time compared to what it cost to bring them onto the platform. We must calculate this ratio separately for \u003cstrong\u003eRetail\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAccredited\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eFamily Offices\u003c\/strong\u003e segments. This metric tells you if your growth strategy is financially sustainable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectly identifies which investor segment provides the best return on marketing dollars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValidates the long-term profitability of acquiring high-AOV investors like Family Offices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps set realistic budgets by tying acquisition spend directly to expected customer lifetime earnings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-minus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisadvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLTV estimates can be overly optimistic if investor retention rates drop unexpectedly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCAC figures can become messy if acquisition spend isn't cleanly segmented between buyers and sellers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt ignores the time value of money; a high ratio today might mask slow cash conversion later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustry Benchmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor marketplace platforms dealing with high-value assets, general benchmarks around \u003cstrong\u003e3:1\u003c\/strong\u003e are too low. We are targeting a ratio above \u003cstrong\u003e30:1\u003c\/strong\u003e across all segments, which is aggressive but necessary given the high initial due diligence costs. Hitting 30 confirms that the lifetime value generated by these investors easily covers their acquisition cost and operational overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-rocket-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Improve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAggressively drive \u003cstrong\u003eAccredited\u003c\/strong\u003e investor \u003cstrong\u003eAOV\u003c\/strong\u003e toward the \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e target to lift LTV quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement referral programs to drive down the \u003cstrong\u003eSeller CAC\u003c\/strong\u003e target of \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove the \u003cstrong\u003eRepeat Investment Rate (RIR)\u003c\/strong\u003e for Retail investors to increase their LTV without increasing CAC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Calculate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou calculate this ratio by dividing the estimated Lifetime Value (LTV) of a customer by the Cost to Acquire that Customer (CAC). The formula is straightforward, but the inputs require careful modeling for each investor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nLTV \/ CAC\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-how-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExample of Calculation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's look at a typical \u003cstrong\u003eAccredited\u003c\/strong\u003e investor. If we estimate their LTV, based on repeat investments and average transaction size, is \u003cstrong\u003e$75,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, and their acquisition cost (CAC) was \u003cstrong\u003e$2,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, here is the math. We want to see this ratio well above the \u003cstrong\u003e30:1\u003c\/strong\u003e target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\n$75,000 (LTV) \/ $2,000 (CAC) = 37.5:1\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips and Trics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview this ratio strictly \u003cstrong\u003equarterly\u003c\/strong\u003e to catch negative trends early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure LTV calculations for \u003cstrong\u003eFamily Offices\u003c\/strong\u003e reflect their \u003cstrong\u003e$100,000 AOV\u003c\/strong\u003e potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the ratio falls below \u003cstrong\u003e15:1\u003c\/strong\u003e for any segment, immediately halt spending on that acquisition channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack CAC defintely separate for buyers and sellers; blending them hides critical segment performance issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKPI 5\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eRepeat Investment Rate (RIR)\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefinition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat Investment Rate (RIR) tracks the percentage of your existing investors who make a second or subsequent investment during a set time frame. It’s a direct measure of investor satisfaction and the long-term value you capture from your user base. This is key because retaining an investor is far cheaper than acquiring a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredicts future capital inflow more reliably than new user acquisition alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows that the fractional asset experience is sticky, reducing overall churn risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLowers your effective Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) since subsequent investments cost almost nothing to secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-minus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisadvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt ignores the size of the repeat investment; a $100 repeat is weighted the same as a $100,000 repeat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf deal flow is slow, monthly tracking might show misleadingly low rates, even if quality is high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt doesn't differentiate if the repeat was driven by platform features or external market conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustry Benchmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor high-retention marketplaces dealing with large assets, a healthy RIR often starts above \u003cstrong\u003e20%\u003c\/strong\u003e within 12 months. For specialized finance platforms, benchmarks vary widely based on how quickly you can source and vet new investment opportunities. You must compare your RIR against your own historical performance, especially segmented by investor type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-rocket-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Improve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease the speed and quality of new property listings to keep investors engaged between deals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse premium subscription tiers to incentivize active portfolio management and immediate reinvestment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus outreach efforts specifically on \u003cstrong\u003eFamily Offices\u003c\/strong\u003e to hit the \u003cstrong\u003e2026\u003c\/strong\u003e target of \u003cstrong\u003e030\u003c\/strong\u003e RIR for that segment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Calculate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nRIR = Repeat Investments \/ Total Investors\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-how-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExample of Calculation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you track \u003cstrong\u003e500\u003c\/strong\u003e total investors in a given month, and \u003cstrong\u003e150\u003c\/strong\u003e of those transactions came from users who had already invested previously, you calculate the rate by dividing 150 by 500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nRIR = 150 Repeat Investments \/ 500 Total Investors = \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means 30% of your investment activity this month came from existing, satisfied capital sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips and Trics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview this metric \u003cstrong\u003emonthly\u003c\/strong\u003e, as directed, to catch dips in engagement fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSegment RIR by investor type: Retail versus high-value \u003cstrong\u003eFamily Offices\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTie RIR growth directly to \u003cstrong\u003eLTV\/CAC Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e improvements across segments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf Family Office RIR lags, check their access to high-value deals; defintely don't let them wait too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKPI 6\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eAverage Order Value (AOV)\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefinition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAverage Order Value (AOV) tells you the typical dollar amount a user invests in a single transaction on your platform. It’s a core measure of transaction quality, showing if you are attracting small retail trades or large institutional capital. For your real estate marketplace, AOV directly reflects the average size of the fractional share being bought or sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows if you are attracting higher-value investors, like Accredited buyers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher AOV means you need fewer total transactions to hit your Total Transaction Volume (TTV) goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps justify higher acquisition costs (CAC) for premium investor segments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-minus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisadvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt ignores transaction frequency; high AOV doesn't automatically mean high activity or user engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can hide poor retention if large investors churn fast after one big trade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver-optimizing for large deals might starve the retail investor base needed for market liquidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustry Benchmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenchmarks are still forming for liquid real estate platforms like yours. Traditional private real estate funds often see minimum commitments starting around \u003cstrong\u003e$50,000\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003e$100,000\u003c\/strong\u003e. Your immediate focus should be on internal targets: using the \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e (Accredited) and \u003cstrong\u003e$100,000\u003c\/strong\u003e (Family Office) figures to define success, rather than waiting for external norms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-rocket-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Improve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign premium listing tiers that require minimum investments matching the \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e Accredited investor threshold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate dedicated onboarding flows to court Family Offices, highlighting the \u003cstrong\u003e$100,000\u003c\/strong\u003e potential ticket size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview AOV performance every \u003cstrong\u003eweek\u003c\/strong\u003e to quickly adjust investor targeting efforts based on segment mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Calculate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAOV is simple division: total money moved divided by the number of times money moved. This metric is crucial because it directly ties to your goal of shifting investor mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nAOV = Total TTV \/ Number of Transactions\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-how-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExample of Calculation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSay in March, your platform processed \u003cstrong\u003e$10 million\u003c\/strong\u003e in Total Transaction Volume (TTV) across \u003cstrong\u003e1,000\u003c\/strong\u003e separate investment trades. To find the average investment size, you divide the total volume by the count of trades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nAOV = $10,000,000 \/ 1,000 Transactions = $10,000 per Transaction\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you increased TTV to $12 million but only had 800 transactions, your AOV would jump to $15,000, showing a successful shift toward larger investors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips and Trics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSegment AOV by investor type: Retail versus Accredited versus Family Office.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTie AOV growth targets directly to your marketing spend allocation for each segment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse ancillary services, like promoted listings, to encourage sellers to list higher-value assets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefintely track AOV volatility; large Family Office deals can skew weekly numbers significantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKPI 7\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eVariable Expense Ratio\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefinition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Variable Expense Ratio tracks your variable costs, specifically Legal and Due Diligence expenses, against your Total Transaction Volume (TTV). This ratio tells you how efficiently you are processing deals relative to the money flowing through the platform. If this number stays high, your profitability per deal shrinks fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectly measures efficiency in scaling deal flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForces focus on standardizing complex legal workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows immediate impact of process improvements on cost structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-minus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisadvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan incentivize cutting necessary due diligence quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIgnores fixed costs like platform hosting and salaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRatio spikes if TTV drops but legal commitments remain fixed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustry Benchmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor platforms dealing with regulated assets like real estate securitization, initial Variable Expense Ratios are often high because every property requires bespoke vetting. We see early-stage platforms running at \u003cstrong\u003e80%\u003c\/strong\u003e, split between \u003cstrong\u003e50%\u003c\/strong\u003e for legal setup and \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e for due diligence. Mature, high-volume platforms should aim to get this below \u003cstrong\u003e15%\u003c\/strong\u003e through heavy process standardization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-rocket-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Improve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate tiered legal packages based on property value brackets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegotiate fixed monthly retainers with external counsel for predictable costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomate initial title searches and document aggregation to reduce billable hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Calculate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou calculate this ratio by summing your Legal expenses and Due Diligence costs for the period and dividing that total by the Total Transaction Volume (TTV) generated in that same period. This metric must be reviewed monthly to catch cost creep immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-how-calc-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExample of Calculation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSay you closed \u003cstrong\u003e$1 million\u003c\/strong\u003e in TTV last month. Your legal fees for that volume totaled \u003cstrong\u003e$50,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, and due diligence costs were \u003cstrong\u003e$30,000\u003c\/strong\u003e. Here’s the quick math showing why your initial ratio is high:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_formula\"\u003e\nVariable Expense Ratio = ($50,000 Legal + $30,000 Due Diligence) \/ $1,000,000 TTV\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis results in a ratio of \u003cstrong\u003e$80,000 \/ $1,000,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, equaling \u003cstrong\u003e0.08\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003e8%\u003c\/strong\u003e. Wait, that doesn't match the target. The target reduction is \u003cem\u003efrom\u003c\/em\u003e 80% (50% + 30%), meaning the initial costs are expected to be \u003cstrong\u003e80%\u003c\/strong\u003e of TTV. 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