CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Financial Dictionary — Finance & Capital Markets
Definition
A capital improvement in real estate is any permanent structure or other asset added to the property that adds to its value. In general, any value-added activity or cost to a long-term or permanent asset is one that increases its value.
Use cases, Example & Why it matters
Use cases
- Used in capital markets for disclosure, valuation, and investor communication.
- Used when interpreting securities, filings, and market indicators.
- Used when interpreting securities, filings, and market indicators.
Example
- Example: Investors reference **CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT** when assessing risk/return and interpreting public disclosures.
Why it matters
- Why it matters: Improves transparency for investors and supports pricing, funding, and governance decisions.