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Bank Statement Loan

At Prestian.ai, our Bank Statement Loan offering enables self-employed individuals, freelancers, contractors, and business owners who lack traditional income documentation (W-2s, tax returns) to qualify by submitting personal or business bank statements.

Our AI engine analyzes your cash flow, deposits, and reserves to match you with lenders willing to underwrite bank statement-based mortgages.

Loan Highlights

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Competitive Interest Rates
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Down payments as low as 3%
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Zero Point Loans available
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Must have 2 years verifiable self employment income
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Fixed and Adjustable-Rate Options

What Is a Bank Statement Loan?

A Bank Statement Loan is a type of mortgage in which the borrower’s income is assessed based on their bank account deposits over a period (typically 12 to 24 months), rather than relying on traditional income proofs such as tax returns, pay stubs, or W-2s.
This allows borrowers whose reported income is reduced by business deductions, or who have irregular income streams, to qualify based on actual cash flow.
Under a bank statement loan, lenders review your deposit history, adjust for business expenses, and evaluate reserves to determine whether you can service the loan.
Some lenders also require profit & loss statements or CPA/expense ratio letters to support analysis.

Benefits of a Bank Statement Loan

Flexibility in documentation
Doesn’t require W-2s, pay stubs, or full tax returns. You qualify based on bank statements showing real deposit activity.
Better for self-employed or contractors
Ideal for freelancers, small business owners, gig workers, or professionals who deduct expenses and thus might understate income on tax returns.
More realistic income measurement
Lenders look at your actual cash flow rather than net taxable income, offering a truer picture of your ability to repay.
Possibility for higher loan amounts
Because lenders assess your cash flow over time, you might qualify for larger loans than tax-return-based underwriting would permit.
Prestian.ai’s AI advantage
Our platform simulates deposit trends, identifies allowable expense adjustments, and connects you to lenders whose policy fits your profile, reducing guesswork and improving your matches.
Flexibility in documentation
Doesn’t require W-2s, pay stubs, or full tax returns. You qualify based on bank statements showing real deposit activity.
Better for self-employed or contractors
Ideal for freelancers, small business owners, gig workers, or professionals who deduct expenses and thus might understate income on tax returns.
More realistic income measurement
Lenders look at your actual cash flow rather than net taxable income, offering a truer picture of your ability to repay.
Possibility for higher loan amounts
Because lenders assess your cash flow over time, you might qualify for larger loans than tax-return-based underwriting would permit.
Prestian.ai’s AI advantage
Our platform simulates deposit trends, identifies allowable expense adjustments, and connects you to lenders whose policy fits your profile, reducing guesswork and improving your matches.
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Who Qualifies for a Conventional Loan & What Are the Limits?

Who Qualifies

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Self-employed individuals, business owners, consultants, freelancers, and independent contractors who don’t have stable W-2 income but maintain deposit flows.

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Borrowers whose standard income documentation looks weak because of deductions, write-offs, or variable business cycles.

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Professionals with significant assets, reserves, or liquidity who want to qualify using cash flow rather than reported income.

What are the Limits

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Lenders often require you to provide 12 to 24 months of consecutive bank statements (personal or business) showing consistent deposit patterns.

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Many programs demand you have been self-employed for 2 years (though some may allow exceptions of 1 year in certain industries)

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Loan-to-Value (LTV) or equity caps: many lenders limit LTV (for purchases and refinances) to 80-90% depending on credit, down payment, property type, and risk profile.

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Debt-to-Income (DTI) requirement: lenders often allow DTIs up to 45–50%, though thresholds depend on credit, reserves, and other compensating factors.

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Some lenders may require sizable cash reserves, proof of business stability, or supplemental documentation (e.g. business licensing, profit & loss statements, expense ratio letters).

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Also note: some lenders restrict bank statement loans to primary residences, while others allow second homes or investment properties under stricter terms.

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Bank Statement Loan Credit Score Requirements

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Credit Score Requirements

  • Many lenders require a minimum credit score of 620 or higher to offer a bank statement loan, though better terms are available with scores of 700+
  • Clean credit history is essential: minimal delinquencies, good payment behavior, and low major credit events (e.g. bankruptcies) improve your chances.
  • Because income is harder to verify traditionally, credit strength plays a larger role in underwriting risk assessment.

Bank Statement Loan Down Payment Requirements

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Down Payment Requirements

  • Down payment requirements are usually higher than for conventional loans: common minimums are 10% or more.
  • For certain high loan amounts or riskier profiles, lenders may require 15%, 20%, or more down payment.
  • Some refinances may permit higher LTVs (i.e. lower down payment) depending on property equity and credit strength.
  • Larger down payments reduce lender risk and may lead to better interest rates or loan terms.

FAQs on Bank Statement Loans

How many months of bank statements do I need for a bank statement loan?
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