Program Guide

Compare all 25 Non-QM loan programs

Every Non-QM program we offer, side by side — what each is best for, how income gets documented, and who it fits. Pick your path, then read the program page for the full picture. Guidelines vary by investor and are subject to change.

ProgramBest forIncome documentationBest-fit borrower
DSCR Investor Loans Long-term rental properties Property rental income — no personal income reviewed Investors building rental portfolios
5–8 Unit DSCR 5–8 unit residential buildings Property rental income — no personal income reviewed Investors scaling into small multifamily
Bank Statement Loans Primary residences & second homes 12–24 months of bank deposits Self-employed borrowers whose write-offs hide real income
1099 & Self-Employed Primary residences & second homes 1099 earnings and deposits Contractors, freelancers, and gig-economy earners
Asset Utilization Primary residences & second homes Liquid assets converted to monthly income Equity-rich borrowers with little paper income
No-Ratio Loans Primary, second & investment properties No income disclosed — no DTI calculated Privacy-minded borrowers with strong credit and reserves
40-Year Mortgage Lowering monthly payments Program income docs; 40-year or interest-only structure Investors and homeowners optimizing cash flow
Closed-End Seconds Tapping equity without touching the first mortgage Full-income documentation Borrowers keeping a low first-mortgage rate
ITIN Loans Purchase & cash-out for ITIN holders Alternative documentation — no SSN required Borrowers filing with an ITIN instead of an SSN
Foreign National U.S. investment properties DSCR-style rental income — U.S. income not required Non-resident investors buying U.S. real estate
Bridge & Hard Money Fast transitional capital Asset and deal-based qualification Flippers, builders, and time-sensitive buyers
HELOC & Second Mortgages Revolving access to home equity Full-income documentation Homeowners who want flexible equity access
Flexible Advantage Purchase, refinance & cash-out Bank statements or 1099s — alternative documentation Borrowers with lower credit profiles or recent credit events
Alt-A Premier Self-employed & agency-fallout borrowers Full doc or alt-doc — bank statements, 1099s, or P&L Self-employed borrowers near agency guidelines
Near Miss Recent credit events & unique properties Alternative documentation — bank statements, 1099s, P&L Rebuilding borrowers; barndominium, condo & manufactured-home buyers
ITIN Home Loans Purchase & refinance with an ITIN — no SSN Full or alternative documentation — 12 months history ITIN holders, including no-credit borrowers
FlexFirst HELOC First-lien HELOC — mortgage + credit line Full or alternative documentation Homeowners wanting draw flexibility (not available in Texas)
Dual Core One loan secured by two properties Full or alternative documentation Equity-rich buyers short on liquid cash (not available in Texas)
Vacant Land Loans Buildable lots, acreage & recreational land 12 months income history Land buyers traditional lenders turn away
Business-Purpose Loans The investor umbrella — rentals, flips, portfolios, construction Deal-based: rent, value, or project economics Investors who think in deals, not pay stubs
Rental Portfolio Loans Blanket loan across multiple rentals Portfolio rental income (DSCR-style) Landlords with 5+ properties
Airbnb & STR Loans Vacation & short-term rentals STR income via DSCR structures Airbnb/VRBO investors
Fix & Flip Loans Rehab projects Deal-based: price, budget & ARV Flippers and BRRRR investors
Cash-Out Refinance Pull equity from rentals DSCR rental income Investors redeploying equity
Ground-Up Construction New builds from vacant land Project-based: plans, budget & builder Investor-builders

Qualitative comparison — exact terms, pricing, and requirements vary by investor and are subject to change. Contact us for current guidelines.

The 13 Programs

Quick take on each program

One-line flavor for each — the table above covers the mechanics, these capture the spirit.

DSCR Investor Loans

The flagship: the property's rent qualifies the loan, so investors scale without personal income ever being questioned.

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5–8 Unit DSCR

DSCR logic for small multifamily — rental income from 5–8 unit buildings qualifies the financing.

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Bank Statement Loans

Deposits are income. The self-employed workhorse when tax returns understate what you really earn.

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1099 & Self-Employed

Contractors, freelancers, and gig earners qualify on 1099 earnings — no tax returns, no employer verification calls.

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Asset Utilization

Savings, brokerage, and retirement accounts convert into qualifying monthly income — no income docs required.

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No-Ratio Loans

No income disclosed, no DTI calculated. The quietest qualification on the menu for strong profiles.

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40-Year Mortgage

Stretch the term, shrink the payment — 40-year fixed or interest-only start for cash-flow-sensitive deals.

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Closed-End Seconds

A fixed second lien, fully funded at closing — reach your equity without disturbing a low first-mortgage rate.

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ITIN Loans

Homeownership without an SSN — purchase and cash-out options for borrowers filing with an ITIN.

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Foreign National

U.S. investment property financing for non-resident borrowers — global investors welcome.

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Bridge & Hard Money

Speed over everything — transitional capital for value-add renovations, quick purchases, and ground-up builds.

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HELOC & Second Mortgages

Revolving equity access on your terms — tap your equity while keeping your first mortgage untouched.

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Flexible Advantage

Low-FICO Non-QM with bank statements or 1099s — recent credit events don't end the conversation.

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Hate paperwork? There's a hub for that.

Six of these programs qualify you with No Tax Returns Required — see every path on our dedicated hub.

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FAQ

Program comparison questions, answered

Which Non-QM program is fastest to close?

Bridge and hard money loans are typically the fastest because they're built for speed, while standard DSCR and bank statement purchases commonly close in about 14–21 days once the file is complete. Actual timelines vary by scenario, property, and investor.

Which Non-QM programs require no income documentation at all?

No-ratio loans disclose no income and calculate no DTI. DSCR investor loans review no personal income — qualification is based on the property's rental income. Asset utilization programs document assets rather than income. Identity, credit, and property documentation still apply everywhere.

Can I combine Non-QM programs?

Yes — many borrowers use different programs for different properties, for example DSCR financing for rentals and a bank statement loan for a primary residence. A specialist can structure a multi-property plan around your goals. Submit your scenario and we'll map it out.

What is the difference between a DSCR loan and a bank statement loan?

A DSCR loan qualifies on the investment property's rental income — your personal income is never reviewed. A bank statement loan qualifies you on your personal deposits, making it the usual choice for primary residences and second homes for self-employed borrowers. Read more on comparing income-doc programs.

Which program works with the lowest credit profile?

Flexible Advantage is built for borrowers with lower credit profiles and recent credit events, using alternative documentation instead of tax returns. Exact requirements vary by investor and are subject to change — see the program page or talk to a specialist about your scenario.

Do any of these programs require tax returns?

The income-documentation programs here — bank statement, 1099, DSCR, asset utilization, P&L-only, WVOE, and no-ratio — are designed to qualify you without tax returns. See our No Tax Return Mortgage Options hub for the full breakdown.

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