1099 Income Loan

For 1099 earners. No tax returns required.

Our 1099 income loan option is for underserved self-employed borrowers who are 1099 workers. Many freelancers, contractors, gig economy workers or other self-employed borrowers who file using W-9s cannot qualify for a mortgage under Agency guidelines.

These underserved borrowers can use 1099 earning statements in lieu of tax returns to qualify for a mortgage. Our 1099 Income loan is an alternative loan solution that helps many self-employed 1099 earners achieve homeownership.

640

Min Fico

(Up to 75% LTV)

90%

Max LTV

(Minimum 720 FICO)

Loans up to

$3 million

with a minimum of $150,000

Year to date earnings

are verified from earning statement, paystubs, or bank statements

  • Purchase, Refi Cash Out, Refi Rate & Term, & Delayed Financing
  • Owner-occupied, second homes, and investment properties
  • Two years' seasoning for foreclosure, short sale, bankruptcy or deed-in-lieu
  • Most recent one or two years' 1099 plus year to date earning statement allowed
  • 1099s must be from a single employer and issued in the borrower’s personal name
  • Borrower must be self-employed working in the same line of work for at least two years
  • No tax returns are required

FAQ’s

A 1099 Income Loan is a Non-QM mortgage that qualifies self-employed borrowers using documented 1099 earnings instead of tax returns.
Independent contractors and gig workers with consistent 1099 income and at least two years in the same line of work may qualify.
Qualifying income is based on 1099 earnings averaged over a defined period, subject to program guidelines.
Primary residences, second homes, and investment properties may qualify.
A 1099 Income Loan uses documented contractor earnings, while a Bank Statement Loan analyzes deposit history to determine income.

What is the benefit to originators who use Non-QM loan products?

Originators who utilize Non-QM offer a service that their competition may not offer. They become an expert and go-to for the Non-QM borrower. The benefit is increased referrals and business growth despite changes in the market. Continue to increase your volume each year regardless of fluctuating interest rates, tighter Agency guidelines, and a slowing refinance market.

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