Simply Approved Mortgages · DSCR Lending Desk

DSCR Loans & Investment Property Financing for Real Estate Investors

Qualify using property cash flow—not personal income or tax returns. Eight business-purpose lending solutions: DSCR, Foreign National, Ground-Up Construction, Fix & Flip, Bridge, Airbnb/Short-Term Rental, Section 8, and Portfolio Rental Loans. LTVs up to 80% on eligible DSCR programs, with no tax returns or personal income documentation required. Licensed in Florida and Colorado, and lending across our full service area as LLC business-purpose transactions where permitted.
Quick answer

What is a DSCR loan and how do investors qualify?

DSCR loans qualified on rental cash flow—no tax returns, LLC vesting welcomed. Licensed in FL & CO; business-purpose loans in additional states. Same-day scenario review on complete applications. Final eligibility, pricing, and terms are subject to a complete application, credit and property review, and full underwriting.

Key takeaways
  • DSCR loans qualify on the property's rent-to-PITIA ratio, not W-2s or tax returns.
  • Close in an LLC, LP, or S-Corp with no rate premium on eligible programs.
  • Programs range from 30-year fixed to interest-only with LTVs up to 80% and loans to $5M.
  • Licensed lender in Florida and Colorado; LLC business-purpose loans available across our multi-state service area where permitted.
  • Eligible DSCR programs go up to 80% LTV with no tax returns or personal income documentation — qualification is based on the property's rent, credit, and reserves.
  • Initial scenario review usually same day once we have your completed application, credit authorization, and property/entity documents.

Why Real Estate Investors Choose Simply Approved Mortgages

Licensed in
FL · CO
Service area
37 states + DC
Max LTV (DSCR)
Up to 80%
Income docs
None required
Investor programs
8
Min DSCR
0.75
Max loan
$5M
Vesting
LLC / LP / Corp

Maximum LTV, minimum DSCR, and loan amounts shown are program maximums on eligible business-purpose DSCR loans. Actual terms depend on credit, property type, reserves, appraisal, and underwriting approval. No tax returns or personal income documentation are required on eligible DSCR programs; credit, reserves, and property documentation still apply.

Coverage

DSCR lending in 37 states plus Washington, DC

Simply Approved Mortgages LLC is a mortgage broker, not a direct lender, and arranges residential mortgage loans in Florida and Colorado. Everywhere else in our service area, the same DSCR and business-purpose programs are available to LLCs, LPs, and corporations as business-purpose transactions where state law permits — so investors outside FL and CO can still close with us.

Not licensed for consumer mortgage lending outside Florida and Colorado. Availability varies by state and property type. See full state coverage.

Investor Programs

One lender. Every business-purpose deal.

DSCR
DSCR Rental Property Loans

DSCR loan: qualify with rent, not tax returns.

$100,000 – $3,500,000 · LTV Up to 80% (85% by exception)
Foreign National
Foreign National Loans

US investment property loans for non-US citizens.

$150,000 – $1,500,000 · LTV Up to 75% purchase & rate/term · 70% cash-out
Construction
Ground-Up Construction Loans

Fund the build. Take out to a DSCR loan.

$150,000 – $5,000,000 · LTV Up to 85% LTC / 70% ARV
Fix & Flip
Fix & Flip Loans

Short-term acquisition + rehab capital for investors.

$75,000 – $3,000,000 · LTV Up to 90% Purchase / 100% Rehab / 75% ARV
Airbnb / STR
Airbnb / Short-Term Rental Loans

DSCR loans that qualify with STR revenue, not long-term rent.

$150,000 – $3,500,000 · LTV Up to 75% purchase · 70% refinance
Section 8 DSCR
Section 8 DSCR Loans

DSCR loans that count your HAP contract as verified income.

$100,000 – $2,500,000 · LTV Up to 80% (85% by exception)
Bridge
Bridge Loans

Buy now, refinance later when the property is stabilized.

$100,000 – $3,000,000 · LTV Up to 80% purchase · 65% cash-out
Portfolio
Portfolio Rental Loans

Finance multiple investment properties with one loan.

$400,000 – $5,000,000 · LTV Up to 80% (portfolio-weighted)
Multifamily 5+
Multifamily Loans (5+ Units)

Commercial multifamily financing underwritten to NOI and cap rate — not your tax returns.

$250,000 – $3,000,000 · LTV Up to 75% purchase · 70% rate/term · 65% cash-out
Hard Money
Hard Money & Private Money Loans

Asset-based capital that closes in days — for deals a bank or DSCR lender can't touch.

$75,000 – $3,000,000 · LTV Up to 80% of as-is value · 65% cash-out

How DSCR Loans Work

Qualify based on your property's rental income—not your personal income. With a DSCR loan, lenders compare the property's gross monthly rent to its monthly housing expenses (PITIA) to determine eligibility.

Rent ÷ PITIA = Your DSCR

If your property's rental income meets or exceeds the program's minimum DSCR requirement, you may qualify without providing traditional income documentation.

No Tax Returns Required

Business-purpose underwriting means no personal income verification, W-2s, tax returns, or pay stubs for eligible DSCR loans.

Close in Your Business Entity

Purchase or refinance in the name of your LLC, LP, or S-Corporation with no additional rate premium on eligible programs.

Unlimited Investment Properties

Continue growing your portfolio with no set limit on the number of financed investment properties.

Licensed in FL & CO — Business-Purpose Lending Across 37 States + DC

Licensed mortgage lending in Florida and Colorado. In the rest of our service area, the same DSCR programs are available to LLCs, LPs, and corporations as business-purpose loans where state law permits.

Why investors choose DSCR

Why DSCR Loans Are Built for Real Estate Investors

DSCR financing removes the personal-income bottleneck that stops most investors from scaling. You qualify on the deal, close in your entity, and stack properties without traditional debt-to-income limits.

Qualify on the property, not your paystub

Underwriting focuses on rent vs PITIA. Self-employed investors, 1099 earners, and portfolio landlords aren't penalized for tax-optimized returns.

Scale without DTI caps

Conventional loans cap you at ~10 financed properties and stack every mortgage into your DTI. DSCR treats each rental as its own cash-flowing business — no ceiling on financed doors.

Close in an LLC for asset protection

Vest in an LLC, LP, or S-Corp at no rate premium. Keep rentals off your personal credit and separate liability from your personal balance sheet.

Faster, cleaner closings

No tax returns, W-2s, or employment verification. Most files close in 15–21 business days with minimal back-and-forth on income docs.

Cash-out to fund the next deal

Pull tax-free equity out of stabilized rentals to buy the next property, fund rehab, or season reserves — without touching your primary residence.

Works for every rental strategy

Long-term SFR, Section 8, mid-term corporate, and short-term Airbnb properties all qualify under program-specific DSCR guidelines.

Free with your application

Get your DSCR Scenario Summary

Complete the short pre-qualification form and we send back a full DSCR analysis: HUD Fair Market Rent, AVM value, calculated DSCR, PITIA breakdown, and the max qualifying loan amount up to 80% LTV.

  • HUD FMR rent estimate for the subject property
  • AVM property value + max qualifying loan
  • Calculated DSCR with PITIA breakdown
  • Cash-on-cash and year-one cash flow
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

The blueprint

How to Build a Real Estate Empire With DSCR Financing

A repeatable 5-step playbook serious investors use to go from one rental to a self-sustaining portfolio — funded by the properties themselves.

01
Buy your first cash-flowing rental

Target a market with rent-to-price ratios that clear a 1.0+ DSCR. Close in an LLC with 20–25% down using a DSCR purchase loan.

02
Stabilize and season

Place a qualified tenant (long-term, Section 8, or STR), document 3–12 months of rent history, and let the property appreciate.

03
Cash-out refinance

Once equity has grown, pull tax-free capital out with a DSCR cash-out refi up to 75–80% LTV. The rent still services the new payment.

04
Redeploy into the next door

Use the cash-out proceeds as the down payment on property #2. Same DSCR playbook — no personal income re-verification required.

05
Repeat and diversify

Layer in Airbnb, Section 8, and multi-unit rentals across the states where we lend. Each new door adds cash flow without capping your borrowing power.

The BRRRR loop: Buy → Rehab → Rent → Refinance → Repeat

Pair a short-term bridge or fix-&-flip loan with a DSCR refinance exit to recycle the same capital into multiple properties per year.

Rental strategies

Types of Rental Income DSCR Loans Support

Every income strategy has a different risk, yield, and management profile. DSCR programs underwrite all three — pick the one that fits your market and goals.

Long-term SFR

Traditional single-family rental

Yield: moderate · Effort: low

12-month leases to qualified tenants. The bedrock of most rental portfolios — predictable cash flow, low turnover, and the most straightforward DSCR underwriting.

Pros
  • ✔Stable monthly rent
  • ✔Lowest management overhead
  • ✔Widest lender appetite & best pricing
  • ✔Easy to scale across markets
Watch-outs
  • •Lower gross yield vs Airbnb
  • •Rent growth capped by local market
  • •Vacancy hits full month of income
Section 8

Section 8 / Housing Choice Voucher

Yield: moderate · Effort: low–medium

The Public Housing Authority (PHA) pays a large portion of rent directly to you via HAP contract at the local HUD Fair Market Rent. Government-backed income with waitlist demand.

Pros
  • ✔Direct-deposit rent from the PHA
  • ✔Below-market vacancy — long waitlists
  • ✔24-month HAP contracts
  • ✔Rents indexed to HUD FMR each year
Watch-outs
  • •Annual PHA inspection required
  • •Slower initial lease-up (30–60 days)
  • •Rent capped at FMR / payment standard
Airbnb / STR

Short-term rental (Airbnb / VRBO)

Yield: high · Effort: high

Nightly bookings priced dynamically by season and demand. Highest gross revenue potential but the most operationally intensive — permits, cleaning, and platform management all matter.

Pros
  • ✔Highest gross revenue per door
  • ✔Peak-season and event pricing upside
  • ✔Personal-use flexibility
  • ✔Faster path to 1.25+ DSCR in the right market
Watch-outs
  • •Local STR ordinances & HOA restrictions
  • •Cleaning, turnover, and platform fees
  • •Seasonal occupancy swings
  • •Tighter DSCR programs (STR-specific)

Not sure which strategy fits your market? A licensed loan officer can model long-term, Section 8, and Airbnb income on the same property so you can compare projected DSCR before you commit.

Initial Scenario Review on Complete Applications

Get a Personalized DSCR Loan Quote

Complete the short pre-qualification form and share your scenario details. A licensed loan officer reviews the scenario, sizes the loan, and provides an initial scenario review — often the same business day. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued after underwriting.

Simply send us:

  • Property address
  • Purchase price (or estimated value)
  • Monthly rental income

Financing Options Available

  • ✔30-Year Fixed, Adjustable-Rate (ARM) & Interest-Only Loans — Choose the loan structure that best supports your investment strategy.
  • ✔Purchase, Refinance & Cash-Out Refinancing — Finance new acquisitions or unlock equity from your existing portfolio.
  • ✔1–8 Unit Residential & Portfolio Financing — Solutions for single rental properties, multi-unit investments, and portfolio loans.
  • ✔Specialized Investor Programs — Access Foreign National, Ground-Up Construction, Bridge, Fix & Flip, and other business-purpose lending solutions through one experienced lending team.
Speed
15–21 day close

Most DSCR files close inside three weeks from a complete application.

Vesting
LLC · LP · S-Corp

Entity vesting at no rate premium on eligible programs.

Min DSCR
0.75

Sub-1.0 DSCR programs available with compensating factors.

Docs
No tax returns

Business-purpose underwriting—no W-2s, pay stubs, or 1040s required.

Live pricing · DSCR

Today's DSCR rates at a glance

These are actual pricing responses returned for a sample business-purpose DSCR scenario on non-owner-occupied investment property — rate, APR, borrower points or lender credit, estimated principal and interest, and lock period from the same quote. Pricing changes intraday and is not a loan approval, commitment, or guarantee of financing.

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The three cards above are featured examples from the current snapshot. Enter your own property, credit tier, leverage and rent to see every eligible option for your deal.

Rate & Pricing Disclosure: This quote is an indication for the scenario entered and the pricing available at the time shown. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice and may change or may not be available at commitment or closing. This is not a rate lock, loan approval, commitment to lend or offer of credit. APR reflects applicable borrower-paid finance charges and pricing credits for this quote and may be the APR returned with the quote or our own audited calculation where verified borrower-paid finance charges outside the quoted price apply. Additional lender and third-party costs may apply and may not be included in the APR. Payment shown is principal and interest only and excludes taxes, insurance, HOA dues and other applicable costs, so your actual payment will be higher. Simply Approved Mortgages LLC is a mortgage broker, not the funding lender. Business-purpose, non-owner-occupied investment property only. Equal Housing Opportunity.

APR reflects applicable borrower-paid finance charges and pricing credits for this quote. Depending on the option, the APR shown is either the APR returned with that quote or our own audited calculation, used where verified borrower-paid finance charges outside the quoted price apply. Other lender and third-party costs may apply and may not be included in the APR.

Estimated payment is principal and interest only and does not include property taxes, insurance, HOA dues, flood insurance, escrows or other applicable costs.

Get your DSCR scenario review

Complete the short pre-qualification form and share your scenario details. A licensed loan officer responds with an initial scenario review — often the same business day. Formal pricing and terms follow underwriting.

Get Your Personalized Rate Quote
Free with your application

Get your DSCR Scenario Summary

Complete the short pre-qualification form and we send back a full DSCR analysis: HUD Fair Market Rent, AVM value, calculated DSCR, PITIA breakdown, and the max qualifying loan amount up to 80% LTV.

  • HUD FMR rent estimate for the subject property
  • AVM property value + max qualifying loan
  • Calculated DSCR with PITIA breakdown
  • Cash-on-cash and year-one cash flow
Get Your Personalized Rate QuoteTakes ~3 minutes • PDF delivered on the thank-you page and emailed

Illustration only, generated from the information you enter. Not a loan estimate, pre-qualification, commitment to lend, or approval. Formal pricing, LTV, and terms are issued only after credit review, income/asset documentation, and full underwriting.

Where we lend

Investor-friendly lending in Florida, Colorado, and LLC-eligible states

DSCR Loan FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About DSCR Loans

Get clear, investor-focused answers to the most common questions about DSCR loans, qualification, property types, LLC vesting, and our lending process.

What is a DSCR loan and how does it work?

A DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loan is a business-purpose investment property loan that qualifies you based on the property's cash flow rather than your personal income. Lenders divide the property's gross monthly rent by its total monthly debt payment (PITIA: principal, interest, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees). If the resulting ratio meets the program minimum, the deal can qualify without traditional income documentation.

Who qualifies for a DSCR loan?

Real estate investors, LLCs, partnerships, and corporations who own or are purchasing non-owner-occupied rental properties typically qualify. Borrowers are qualified on the property's projected or actual rental income, not personal pay stubs or W-2s. Personal credit, liquid reserves, and property type also factor into approval.

Do DSCR loans require tax returns or personal income verification?

No. DSCR loans are underwritten as business-purpose loans on investment properties, so personal tax returns, W-2s, and pay stubs are generally not required. The loan approval focuses on the property's ability to generate rental income and the borrower's overall credit and assets.

What is the minimum DSCR required?

Minimum DSCR requirements vary by program and can start as low as 0.75 in some cases, though most programs prefer a DSCR of 1.0 or higher. A higher DSCR often means stronger loan terms and better pricing. We can review your specific scenario and recommend the right program.

Can I close a DSCR loan in an LLC or business entity?

Yes. LLC, LP, S-Corporation, C-Corporation, and Series LLC vesting are all standard on eligible programs at no additional rate premium. Closing in a business entity helps protect personal assets and is a common structure for real estate investors.

What types of properties can be financed with a DSCR loan?

Eligible properties include 1–8 unit residential rentals, single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, multi-unit buildings, and select portfolio properties. Short-term rentals and Airbnb properties may also qualify under specific investor programs. Commercial and owner-occupied properties are not eligible.

What is the maximum DSCR loan amount and LTV?

Loan amounts typically range from $100,000 up to $5,000,000, with higher amounts available on portfolio and jumbo DSCR programs. Maximum LTV varies by program and can go up to 80% on purchase and refinance transactions, with lower LTVs for cash-out refinances.

How is the DSCR calculated on a rental property?

DSCR is calculated by dividing the property's gross monthly rent by the total monthly housing payment. The payment includes principal, interest, property taxes, homeowners insurance, and HOA dues (PITIA). For example, if a property rents for $2,000 per month and the PITIA is $1,600, the DSCR is 1.25.

How long does it take to close a DSCR loan?

Most DSCR loans close in 15–21 business days from a complete application. The biggest variable is typically the appraisal and property inspection timeline. Rush closings may be possible in select scenarios when all documentation is submitted quickly.

In which states are DSCR loans available?

Simply Approved Mortgages is licensed in Florida and Colorado and offers DSCR and business-purpose investor loans as LLC business-purpose transactions in additional states where permitted by law. Contact us to confirm availability for your specific property state.

Can I use a DSCR loan to refinance an investment property?

Yes. DSCR loans can be used for rate-and-term refinances and cash-out refinances on existing investment properties. Cash-out proceeds can be used to acquire new properties, fund renovations, or reinvest in your portfolio.

Are DSCR loans available for foreign national investors?

Yes. Foreign National investor loans are available to non-U.S. citizens and permanent residents who want to invest in U.S. rental real estate. These programs use the property's rental income for qualification and do not require U.S. tax returns or traditional U.S. credit reports.

What loan terms and interest rates are available?

DSCR loans are available as 30-year fixed, adjustable-rate (ARM), and interest-only options. Rates depend on credit profile, DSCR, LTV, property type, and loan program. Interest-only options can improve cash flow during the early years of ownership.

Can a DSCR loan be used for a short-term rental or Airbnb property?

Yes. Airbnb and short-term rental properties may qualify under dedicated investor programs. Qualifying income may be based on short-term rental history, market rents, or projected income depending on the program and property experience.

How do I apply for a DSCR loan with Simply Approved Mortgages?

Start by completing our online application or contacting our lending team. We will review the property address, purchase price or estimated value, monthly rental income, and borrowing entity. Once we have the basics, we can price the deal and deliver an initial scenario review (formal pricing after underwriting), often the same business day.

Ready to Price Your Next DSCR Loan?

Submit your application with property address, purchase price, rental income, borrowing entity, credit authorization, and supporting documents. We'll review your scenario and deliver an initial scenario review — often the same day. Formal pricing and terms follow full underwriting.

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How We Evaluate This Scenario

A DSCR file is judged on the property, not your tax returns: qualifying rent divided by PITIA — principal, interest, taxes, insurance, plus HOA and flood where they apply. Most programs use the lesser of the in-place lease rent and the appraiser's market rent, so a lease signed below market usually caps the ratio no matter how strong the comps look.

Three inputs move the outcome more than anything else: rent support on the appraiser's rent schedule (Form 1007 or 1025), the LTV tier, and the credit tier. Dropping leverage by five points or moving up a FICO band frequently changes pricing more than shopping a different lender does.

Before you write an offer, price taxes and insurance at post-sale levels rather than the seller's current bill. In reassess-on-transfer states and in coastal insurance markets, that single adjustment is the most common reason a deal that penciled at contract fails the ratio at underwriting.

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Investor pre-approval

Get your personalized investor loan quote

Pick the loan type that fits your deal and complete a short, tailored pre-qualification. A licensed loan officer follows up with an initial scenario review once we have your credit authorization and supporting documents — usually the same business day. Formal pricing and terms follow underwriting.

Pick a loan type

You can change this any time.

Tell us about your scenario

The form below is tailored to DSCR rental loan — only the questions your program needs.

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Your info
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Your deal
Your deal — the basics

Purchase or refinance a rental. The property's rent qualifies the loan.

What's your goal?
Purchase price ($)$450,000
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Down payment (%)20%
%
Monthly rent ($)$2,800
$
HUD Fair Market Rent for your ZIP — ballpark only. Get a precise market rent after you submit.
Estimated credit rating

A soft self-estimate — no credit pull happens here.

This is a pre-qualification request — not a loan application under TILA/RESPA and not a loan approval, rate lock, offer, or commitment to lend. It does not trigger a Loan Estimate. If your loan requires one, the Loan Estimate is issued inside our loan origination system after you submit a complete application and your loan officer has reviewed your scenario.

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Your answers save as you go. A licensed loan officer typically follows up the same business day · Simply Approved Mortgages LLC, NMLS #2620881.

Credit & pre-approval

Why we pull credit for your investor loan pre-approval

Every DSCR / business-purpose loan file needs a tri-merge credit report so we can verify identity, price your rate tier accurately, and confirm reserves and payment history for the underwriter. Cleaner credit typically unlocks a better rate and higher leverage.

Pay for your credit report — SmartPay

Simply Approved Mortgages uses MeridianLink SmartPay to securely collect the credit report fee for your investor pre-approval. Payment goes directly to the credit vendor — not to us — and unlocks your tri-merge report (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) so your loan officer can price your file.

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  • Required for a formal investor pre-approval decision
  • Soft-touch process — your loan officer will guide you through it
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  • Ongoing monitoring alerts you to new accounts or score changes
  • Fix errors early — cleaner credit can widen your investor loan options
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