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DSCR loans in California

California DSCR loans for investors who hate tax return underwriting.

California DSCR works in specific submarkets. Inland Empire, Sacramento, and the Central Valley are where the math actually pencils.

All loans subject to credit and underwriting approval. Not all applicants will qualify. Rates, terms, and program availability are subject to change without notice. This page is for general education and is not an offer to lend or a commitment to make a loan. Travis Penny, NMLS ID #1649161, is a mortgage loan originator with Vision Mortgage, LLC, NMLS #1286953. Equal Housing Opportunity.

No tax returns

Qualify on the property's rent. W2, 1099, business owner, retired, all welcome.

20 to 25 percent down

Standard DSCR structure. Single family, two to four unit, condo, and short term rental friendly.

Close in an LLC

Title in a single member LLC is normal. Asset protection without the hoops.

Why California works for DSCR

Coastal California rarely pencils for DSCR at current rates. Fire insurance is the swing factor in inland markets.

What the math usually looks like

Need 30 to 35 percent down in most submarkets. Sacramento and Bakersfield are the most common pencils.

California markets I close in

Sacramento, Bakersfield, Fresno, Riverside, San Bernardino, Stockton.

Run your own numbers

Use the DSCR calculator to see if a deal pencils before you write the offer. Then book a call and we'll structure it.

Quick checklist

  • No tax returns or W2s
  • Qualify on rent (DSCR ratio)
  • 20 to 25 percent down
  • Single family, 2 to 4 unit, condo
  • Short term and long term rentals
  • Close in an LLC

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