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Non-QM Loan: Flexible Financing Beyond Traditional Guidelines

Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM) loans are ideal for borrowers who don’t meet conventional lending guidelines. Whether you’re self-employed, using asset-based income, or recovering from recent credit events, Non-QM loans offer flexible approval paths.

A home loan you can count on.

Alternative Income Verification

Use bank statements, assets, or rental income.

Credit Fleixibility

Recent credit events allowed (bankruptcy, foreclosure, etc.).

High Loan Limits

Perfect for jumbo or luxury homebuyers.

Interest-Only & ARM Options Available.

Guidelines for this Loan

If your details are close to these guidelines, we encourage you to apply or contact us. Even if you don’t qualify for an adjustable-rate mortgage, we could have other options for you.

Credit Score

Down Payment

Income

DTI

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to questions about this loan we heard from people like you during research.

It doesn’t conform to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac underwriting rules but still meets sound lending standards.

Yes. Asset depletion allows you to qualify using liquid assets instead of monthly income.

Not typically. Non-QM loans often skip MI even with lower down payments.

Some lenders allow Non-QM loans as soon as 1–2 years after a major credit event.

Slightly higher than conventional, but much more flexible with underwriting.

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