Debt-service coverage ratio (DSCR) is a measure of a borrower’s ability to make loan payments on time. It is calculated by dividing the property’s net operating income (NOI) by the required annual debt service.

A higher DSCR indicates that the borrower has sufficient cash flow to cover their loan payments, which can make them more attractive to lenders.

Typically, lenders will look for a minimum DSCR of 1.25—meaning that the property generates 25% more cash than needed to cover its debt obligations. A higher DSCR may result in lower interest rates and better loan terms from lenders.