Scottsdale DSCR Loans

No personal income verification. Invest confidently in Arizona real estate.

Todd Uzzell, Mortgage Lender

Todd Uzzell

NMLS #1525192 | Loan Officer

I specialize in DSCR financing for real estate investors in the Scottsdale, Phoenix, and East Valley markets. No W-2s, no tax returns—just rental income verification.

What is a DSCR Loan?

Debt Service Coverage Ratio

DSCR = Annual rental income ÷ Annual mortgage payment. Tells the lender if the property pays for itself.

No Personal Income Needed

Qualification is based entirely on rental income. W-2s, salary, business income irrelevant. Investors get funded fast.

Investment Property Only

For rental, multi-unit, or commercial properties. Non-owner-occupied. Single-family homes to large complexes.

How DSCR Works

DSCR Formula

Annual Rental Income ÷ Annual Mortgage Payment = DSCR

DSCR 1.0

Break Even

Rental income equals mortgage payment

DSCR 1.25

Strong

Income 25% above mortgage—safe margin

DSCR 1.75+

Excellent

High income—strong cash flow

DSCR Investment Scenarios

Scenario 1: Scottsdale Duplex

Property Price: $450,000

Down Payment: 20% ($90,000)

Loan Amount: $360,000

Interest Rate: 6.85%

Monthly Payment: $2,400

Annual Payment: $28,800

Rental Income

Unit A: $1,600/mo

Unit B: $1,600/mo

Total Annual Income: $38,400

DSCR: 1.32

*Strong cash flow; safe approval*

Scenario 2: Chandler 4-Plex

Property Price: $650,000

Down Payment: 20% ($130,000)

Loan Amount: $520,000

Interest Rate: 6.75%

Monthly Payment: $3,375

Annual Payment: $40,500

Rental Income

4 units × $1,725/mo = $6,900/mo

Total Annual Income: $82,800

DSCR: 2.04

*Excellent cash flow; strong equity position*

DSCR Loan Requirements

DSCR Ratio

Minimum 0.75 DSCR (property rental covers 75% of mortgage). Most lenders prefer 1.0+. With cash reserves, sub-1.0 possible but at higher rates.

Credit Score

Minimum 620 FICO. Past issues (late payments, collections) viewed less harshly than conventional. Focus is on rental income, not personal credit history.

Down Payment

15–30% typical. Lower DSCR may require higher down payment. Investment properties carry more risk, so lenders want more skin in the game.

Rental Income Documentation

Lease agreements, rent rolls, bank deposits, 12 months bank statements showing rental deposits. NO tax returns or personal W-2s required.

Cash Reserves

6–12 months PITI in reserves. Lenders want proof you can cover mortgage if there's vacancy or repair costs. Reduces default risk.

3 DSCR Loan Mistakes to Avoid

Mistake 1: Unrealistic Rent Projections

Lenders underwrite at market rent, not hoped-for rent. If comparable units rent for $1,500, that's what goes on the application—not your $2,000 target. Be conservative.

Mistake 2: Ignoring Vacancy Factor

Lenders often reduce gross rental income by 25% to account for vacancy, maintenance, turnover. Your DSCR must still work at this reduced number.

Mistake 3: No Cash Reserves

Lenders will ask for 6–12 months PITI in reserves. If you don't have them, you don't qualify or face higher rates. Build reserves before applying.

DSCR Loan FAQ

Do I need personal income to qualify for DSCR? +

No. DSCR loans are 100% based on rental income. Your W-2s, salary, business income don't matter. Only the property's cash flow counts.

What if I don't have tenants yet? +

You can use market rent for comparable units in the area. Lenders underwrite at fair market value. Lease agreements (once signed) are best, but market comps work for pre-lease scenarios.

Can I get DSCR on a single-family rental? +

Yes. Single-family rentals, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, apartment buildings—all qualify. As long as it's non-owner-occupied and has rental income, DSCR works.

Is DSCR more expensive than conventional? +

Typically yes. Rates are 0.5–1.0% higher because lenders take more risk. But the speed and simplicity (no personal income verification) saves time and stress.

How long does DSCR closing take? +

15–21 days typical. No personal tax returns to verify = faster underwriting. Appraisal and title are still required, but less document collection overall.

Related Investment Programs

Conventional Investment

For investors with strong personal income. Requires tax returns and personal qualification alongside rental income.

Cash-Out Refi

Tap equity in existing rental properties to fund more investments or business growth.

Construction-to-Perm

Build new rental properties with interest-only construction phase, then permanent financing at completion.

Ready for DSCR Financing?

Let's grow your investment portfolio. Fast approval. Simple process.