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A Closer Look Into Non-Qualified Loan Qualifications

September 11, 2017 By Justin McHood

Perhaps Non-Qualified Mortgage (non-QM) Loans sound a bit new for some but for unique situations, a non-QM loan is a perfect fit. Since it gives an opportunity for borrowers that did not qualify for the conventional guidelines of a Qualified Mortgage, there is a sense of risk that comes with it. But it’s not something to worry about.

On what circumstances does a Non-Qualified loan apply?

Going into specifics, non-QM loans typically answer to individuals that are self-employed for under two years and are not showing a good amount of income on tax returns. Those who have high debt ratio but have a lot of reserves that can make it up can also qualify.

It bears repeating that non-qualified loans don’t necessarily mean that great of a risk thanks to the Ability to Repay (ATR) Rule by the Dodd-Frank Act. Even for non-QM borrowers, lenders will have to ensure that they can take on the responsibilities of paying off the loan.

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How would lenders determine if I qualify?

Lenders would still verify your credentials to see that you can afford to pay the loan in compliance with the ATR rule. Among the factors that lenders would look into are:

Income and assets
Bank statements could prove your funds and make sure you are good for non-QM loans.

Employment
For employed individuals, proof or documentation of your employment status is looked into by lenders to also prove your credentials. Usually, lenders would be able to verify this through W2 forms or pay stubs. For self-employed, income tax returns and a certification from the CPA are required.

Credit Score
This is a very crucial factor for borrowers. To make sure you build a good credit reputation, try not to open a lot of credit accounts, consolidate your debt around and also make sure to keep creditors updated with your personal info whenever you need to.

Debt to income ratio
Non-QM lenders typically allow those who have DTI ratios that are higher than 43% as long as you have a credit score or history that is satisfactory and you meet other non-QM mortgage qualifications.

In the end, it pays to seek advice for non-QM lenders. Shop for different loans and choose what is best fit for your situation.

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