The practice of using a single meter to measure consumption and generation of electricity by a small generation facility (such as a house with a wind or solar photovoltaic system). The net energy produced or consumed is purchased from or sold to the generator, respectively, at the same price.
Net operating income (noi)
Income from property or business after operating expenses have been deducted, but before deducting income taxes and financing expenses (interest and principal payments).
Net payoff
The amount paid to a creditor to pay off a loan or account. Any pre-computed charges or interest are deducted to determine the figure.
Net present value (npv)
Method of determining whether expected performance of a proposed investment promises to be adequate. The difference between the present value of cash inflows generated by real estate and the amount of the initial investment. The present value of future cash flows is computed using the cost of capital (minimum desired rate of return, or hurdle rate) as the discount rate.
Net present value (npv)
Method of determining whether expected performance of a proposed investment promises to be adequate. The difference between the present value of cash inflows generated by real estate and the amount of the initial investment. The present value of future cash flows is computed using the cost of capital (minimum desired rate of return, or hurdle rate) as the discount rate.
Net proceeds
Amounts received from the sale or disposal of real property less all relevant deductions (direct costs associated with the sale or disposal).
Net realizable value
Expected selling price of property minus costs to sell. Net amount received upon sale. Gross receivables less allowance for doubtful accounts, representing the expected collectibility of those receivables.
Net usable btu
That portion of a fuel's heat energy actually transferred into the water by a heater.
Net worth
Total worth of a person or entity once the liabilities are deducted from the assets. Individual: Total assets less total liabilities less estimated taxes bring you to the person's personal equity, which is normally the basis upon which a loan is given. Corporation: Total assets less total liabilities equal to stockholders' equity.
Net yield
The return on an investment after subtracting all expenses.
