Measuring Profit: What Investors Get Wrong

Not all returns are created equal — and choosing the wrong profitability metric could make or break your next deal.In this episode of the Genius Academy Podcast, Waqas Ali breaks down the most common methods investors use to assess profitability — from gross yield to net yield on cost — and explains when to use each one. Whether you're buying your first single-let or scaling into HMOs and conversions, this episode will help you make smarter, more informed decisions.In this episode:Why gross yield is often misleadingThe difference between yield on price vs. yield on total costWhen to use ROI instead — especially with leverageHow one investor nearly walked into a money pit because of the wrong calculation Learn how to spot real returns, avoid common pitfalls, and sharpen your investment strategy with clear, practical tools.