The Mortgage Files

Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.

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Outside-the-Box Mortgage Solutions: DSCR, Bank Statement, and Non-QM Loans Explained

By Scott Sheldon / June 5, 2025

Not every borrower fits neatly into a conventional mortgage box. In fact, as homeownership has become more dynamic and diverse, so too have the mortgage options available. If you’re self-employed, an investor, or someone with complex income streams, there’s good news — you’re no longer out of luck. There’s been a significant rise in non-QM…

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Smiling man holding a "Mortgage Approved" sign in front of a modern home and a DSCR loan presentation board showing rental income exceeding mortgage payments.

How to Buy a Home Without a Job Using a Rental Property Loan Strategy

By Scott Sheldon / May 6, 2025

If you’ve got solid credit and a decent amount of cash on hand—but no W2 income or traditional job—you might be wondering if it’s still possible to buy a home. The good news? It is, thanks to a lesser-known financing option called the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loan. This mortgage product is designed with…

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