DSCR Loans Explained: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know
DSCR loans are the most powerful financing tool for real estate investors today — no W-2 required, just sufficient rental income. Here's exactly how they work.
InvestorVerdict Editorial
Published February 10, 2026
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Table of Contents
- What Is a DSCR Loan?
- The DSCR Formula
- DSCR Loan Example
- DSCR Loan Terms
What Is a DSCR Loan?
A Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loan qualifies borrowers based on the rental income of the property rather than personal income.
The DSCR Formula
DSCR = Monthly Rental Income / Monthly Debt Service (PITI)
Most lenders require a DSCR of 1.25x or higher.
DSCR Loan Example
Property rents for $2,800/month. PITI = $2,100/month. DSCR = 2,800 / 2,100 = 1.33x. Most lenders would approve this.
DSCR Loan Terms
- Down payment: 20–25%
- Rates: 1–2% above conventional
- Min credit score: 620–680
- No income documentation needed
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