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Rental qualifier

Model offset, add-back, or dimming strategies to qualify rental income.

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Rental qualifier

Quantify rental income contribution and effective debt service for investor deals.

How this calculator works

Estimate how rental income affects qualification and debt ratios.

Use it to model rental offsets and total borrowing power.

Inputs you will need

  • Rental income
  • Mortgage payment estimate
  • Operating expenses
  • Borrower income and debts

Assumptions and limitations

  • Uses standard rental offset percentages.
  • Lender policies vary by program.
  • Results are estimates only.

Example scenarios

Duplex rental

Model owner-occupied plus rental income offsets.

Full rental property

Estimate qualifying income using typical lender offsets.

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Frequently asked questions

Do all lenders use the same offset?

No. Offsets vary by lender and property type.

Is DSCR required?

Some lenders use DSCR for investors. Use the DSCR calculator as well.

Can projected rent be used?

Some lenders accept market rent appraisals, but not all.