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Non-QM Alternative Paths
When the Agency Box Doesn't Fit
Navigate bank statement, asset depletion, and alternative documentation routes — with real pricing tradeoff comparisons.
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Blink 01 · 2 min
What 'Non-QM' Actually Means
It's not subprime — it's alternative documentation
“Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM) doesn't mean bad credit or risky lending. It means the loan doesn't fit Fannie, Freddie, or government agency guidelines — often because the borrower's income is legitimate but documented differently than a W-2.”
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Bank Statement Loans: 12 or 24 Months of Truth
How deposits replace tax returns
“Bank statement loans qualify you based on 12 or 24 months of bank deposits — not tax returns. The lender calculates qualifying income from your average monthly deposits, applying an expense factor based on your business type.”
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Asset Depletion: Qualifying on Wealth, Not Income
How retirees and asset-rich borrowers get mortgages
“Asset depletion programs convert your liquid assets into a monthly income figure by dividing the total by 360 months (or the loan term). A borrower with $2M in investments qualifies on $5,556/month in 'income' — without earning a paycheck.”
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