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Comparing Your Self-Employed Loan Options

From using bank statements to leveraging your business's P&L, each program offers a different path to approval. This table highlights the key differences to help you identify the best fit for your business structure and documentation.

Feature Bank Statement Loan 1099 Income Loan P&L Statement Loan DSCR Loan (for Investors)
Income Documentation 12-24 months of personal or business bank statements. 1-2 years of 1099 forms. A recent Profit & Loss statement prepared by a CPA/EA. None. Based on property's rent income.
Best For Business owners with high cash flow but significant tax deductions. Independent contractors, freelancers, and gig economy workers. Established business owners with clean, professional financials. Self-employed real estate investors buying rental properties.
Typical Down Payment 10-20% 10-20% 10-20% 20-25%
Complexity Moderate. Requires analysis of bank statement deposits. Simple. Based on gross income from 1099s. Simple. Based on the P&L's bottom line. Very Simple. No personal income reviewed.
Loan Term 30-year fixed 15 or 30-year fixed 15 or 30-year fixed 6-24 months (short-term)
Key Advantage No personal income verification. Lower interest rates. Streamlines financing for a large portfolio. Speed (can close in days).

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