In
appraisal , a term used to describe the rate of recovery of an investment in a
wasting asset. This rate is added to the
discount rate to derive a
capitalization rate in appraisal terminology.
May be based on the straight-line,
sinking fund , or annuity method.
Example: A building with a 50-year estimated
useful life has a 2% straight-line
recapture rate. At a discount rate of 10%, the capitalization rate is 12%.