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The Bank Statement Loan

Qualify on your deposits, not your tax returns.

A bank statement loan uses 12 to 24 months of business or personal bank deposits to verify income instead of tax returns. It is built for self-employed borrowers whose write-offs shrink their taxable income.

Who it's for

Business owners, 1099 earners, and contractors with strong cash flow, for a primary home, a second home, or an investment property.

How you qualify

We average your monthly deposits over 12 to 24 months and use that as your income. Tax returns are not required.

What you'll need

  • 12 or 24 months of bank statements
  • Business license or a CPA letter
  • Government ID
  • Down payment and reserve verification
  • No tax returns

Why clients use it

Write-offs do not hurt you

Qualify on real cash flow, not your taxable income.

Primary or investment

Use it for a home you live in or a rental.

Larger loan amounts

Higher limits available for strong borrowers.

At a glance

Qualifies on12 to 24 months of deposits
Minimum credit~620+ (program dependent)
Max LTVUp to ~85% to 90% (program dependent)
Statement options12 or 24 month programs
Property usePrimary, second home, investment
Terms30-yr fixed and interest-only options

Figures shown are general program guidelines, not an offer or quote. They vary by lender program, credit profile, property, and market, and are subject to change. This is not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to credit approval.

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Michael McDermott

Michael McDermott

Loan Officer • NMLS 1036304
☎ 714-624-3598 ✉ MichaelM@ameritrust-mortgage.com
Ameritrust Mortgage Corporation
NMLS 217229