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Non-Recurring Expense

by | Feb 6, 2026

In real estate finance, a non-recurring expense is a cost that is not expected to occur on a regular or ongoing basis. It arises from unusual or extraordinary events rather than normal property operations.

Examples of non-recurring expenses include costs resulting from a fire, natural disaster, or other unforeseen occurrence. Because these expenses are not part of typical operating costs, they are usually excluded when analyzing a property’s ongoing income and expense performance.