HomeRefinanceBank statement refinance
Self-employed

Refinance on what you deposit, not what you declare.

Self-employed homeowners can refinance or take cash out using 12 or 24 months of bank statements as income. Useful when the tax returns are too lean for a conventional refinance, or when the business has grown faster than the last return shows.

Income12 or 24 months of statements
Cash-outUp to 75% to 80% of value
Minimum credit660
Tax returnsNot required
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Who it's for

Is the Bank statement refinance right for you?

  • Self-employed owners turned down for a conventional refinance
  • Business owners who want cash out to fund the business
  • Homeowners whose income grew after the last tax return
  • Owners of investment property held personally
How it works

Three steps from here to closing.

Deposit review

We total qualifying deposits and apply an expense factor.

Application and appraisal

Appraisal and credit as usual; no tax returns.

Close

Two to four weeks.

What you'll need

Requirements at a glance.

  • Two years of self-employment
  • 12 or 24 months of bank statements
  • Credit score of 660 or higher
  • Loan-to-value up to 80% rate-and-term, 75% to 80% cash-out
  • Reserves of 3 to 6 months of payments
Straight talk

The upside, and what to weigh.

Why people choose it

  • No tax returns or profit-and-loss statements
  • Cash-out can fund a business without a business loan
  • Works on primary, second and investment homes

Things to consider

  • Higher rates than full-doc loans
  • Prepayment penalties can apply on investment properties
Common questions

Asked on almost every first call.

How much cash can I take?

Typically up to 75% to 80% of value, depending on credit and property type.

Do I need a CPA letter?

Sometimes, to confirm the business expense ratio. Many programs use a fixed factor instead.

Can I refinance into a conventional loan later?

Yes, once tax returns support the income.