Multi-Family DSCR


Apartments Loan – DSCR Options

Multi-Family Units

A multi-family property, or multi-dwelling unit (MDU), is a residential building with more than one rentable space. The most common examples are duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and types of condos

  • Loan Terms
  • loan AMOUNT $150k to $3.5mm
  • ltv purchase Up to 80% LTV
  • LTV refinance MAX 75% LTV on Rate /Term & Cash-Out 
  • amortization 30 year amortization schedule
  • terms 7/6 ARM, 10/6 ARM, & 30 YR Fixed
  • *interest only options available for ARM’s
  • recourse Full recourse. Personal guarantee required on all owners
  • DSCR requirement 1:1 or greater
  • vesting Lending to individuals, LLCs, corporations and trusts*
  • time to close 30 to 45 days
Product NameTarget Property Type / Use CaseQualification Highlight
DSCR Investor LoanGeneral real-estate investments (rental properties, long-term or multiunit)Qualifies based on property’s rental income vs. mortgage payment—personal income verification not required
Short-Term DSCR Rental Loans (STR)Vacation rentals, Airbnb, VRBO, etc.Based on short-term cash flow; streamlined qualification—no W-2s or tax returns required
Long-Term DSCR Rental Loans (LTR)Buy-and-hold rentals: apartments, condos, long lease tenants (6 months+)Qualification based solely on DSCR, with no lender fees
Multi-Family DSCR Loans (MFU)Duplex, triplex, quadplex—multi-unit apartment buildingsThrough the “NONI” product: scalable multi-unit investments, DSCR-based loans

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DSCR

Purchase & Rate/Term

Refinance Options:

  1. 1-4 Units
    • Max Loan Size: $3,000,000
    • DSCR: ≥ 1.00
    • Max LTV: 80%
    • Min FICO: 700
    • Min Reserves: 3 Months

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ProgramReserve Requirementideal borrower profile
Investor flex Pink~3 months PITIAWants lowest reserve requirement
– Strong credit/DSCR
– Keeps cash free for other deals/repairs
Investor Flex Yellow~6 months PITIAComfortable tying up moderate reserves
– Balanced risk/liquidity
– Standard buy-and-hold investor
Investor Flex Blue~12 months PITIA (+ ~6 months per extra property)Has larger liquidity reserves
– Owns or plans multiple financed properties
– Needs stricter guideline flexibility
Investor Flex OrangeVaries (mid-to-higher reserves; scenario-dependent)Can meet higher reserve expectations
Needs expanded eligibility (unique loan/property)
Handles more complex investor scenarios

Eligible to close in an LLC

Basic DSCR Product Parameters

  • Minimum Loan Amount: $50,000
  • No Appraisal Waivers
  • Cash-Out Proceeds Limited to $500,000
  • Cash-Out Proceeds Can Be Used as Reserves

..Additional Key Guidelines [2]:

One 30-day Late Payment Allowed in 24 Months

Investment Properties Only

Business Purpose Loan

75% Vacancy Factor for Unleased/Short-Term Rental

Prepayment Penalties Available

Not Permitted in West Virginia

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DSCR Calculation

DSCR = Rental Income / Proposed PITIA

  • Rental Income Must Be ≥ 15% of New Mortgage Payment