How income is calculated
Eligible deposits are averaged over the review period, then reduced by an expense factor that may be based on a CPA statement, a fixed percentage, or the business type.
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Florida Bank Statement Loans: what should Florida borrowers know?
Bank statement loans let self-employed borrowers document income through business or personal deposits rather than tax returns. Florida's large small-business and contractor economy makes them a common alternative when tax returns understate cash flow after deductions. Ownership percentage, deposit consistency, and an expense factor determine the qualifying income.
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- Typically 12 or 24 months of statements are analyzed.
- An expense factor is applied to deposits to estimate net income.
- Ownership percentage and business documentation are verified.
- Pricing and down payment generally differ from agency loans.
What disqualifies deposits
Transfers between accounts, loan proceeds, and non-business income are generally excluded. Clean, consistent deposits produce the strongest result.
When full documentation is better
If tax returns support the income, an agency loan often prices better. Bank statement financing is a solution for a documentation gap, not a default choice.
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Downloadable resources
Self-Employed Mortgage Guide
Learn how traditional income, bank statements, assets, business cash flow, and alternative documentation may be evaluated.
The Bank Statement Loan Guide
Learn how eligible personal or business deposits may be reviewed, how expense factors affect income calculations, and what self-employed borrowers should prepare.
FAQs
Common questions about buying in Florida Bank Statement Loans
How many months of statements are needed?
Commonly 12 or 24 months, depending on the program.
Can I use personal accounts?
Some programs allow personal statements when business deposits flow into them; treatment differs by program.
Do I still need good credit?
Credit, assets, and reserves are still evaluated.
Is a bank statement loan more expensive?
Pricing generally differs from agency financing. Comparing both paths is worthwhile when tax returns are workable.
Can this be used for a Florida investment property?
Some programs allow it, though investors often compare it against DSCR structures.
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