Are declined conventional/agency loan applicants eligible for a non-qm loan?

While the lower interest rates have been a surprise for mortgage lenders, there are still borrowers who do not qualify for conventional loans through the agencies (Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac). But are these prospective borrowers just out of luck or is there a responsible alternative for these creditworthy applicants? Let’s examine two common situations:

  • Self-Employed – In today’s economy, well over 15 million individuals are self-employed, and that number is expected to continue to rise. Self-employed borrowers often have some of the largest challenges with qualifying for conventional loans. Their income may not be regular, finances more complicated, and documentation a challenge. But careful analysis of the borrower could reveal that a non-QM product that takes a more holistic look at the credit profile may be a viable alternative. According to an article (no longer posted) in HousingWire, two-thirds of non-QM borrowers used some level of alternative or limited documentation, and about one-quarter were denied a prime-rate loan due to a prior credit event.
  • Borrowers Looking for Additional Financing Options – For many borrowers, the traditional, 30-year fixed-rate loan is the safe, predictable product they are looking for. However, many other families are interested in more options, and that’s when non-QM loan products, like an interest-only, cash-out refinance might make sense. A possible scenario includes a borrower who plans to move out within a year or two.

Lenders with borrowers who might be a good fit for these alternative products and options need an investor partner that is experienced, specialized in the non-QM space, with the technology and trained staff to execute and deliver. The non-QM market has exploded over the past few years (as much as $40 billion projected in 2019), and experts estimate that as much as $200 billion annually in unmet demand exists. Verus offers a growing selection of loan products for borrowers who don’t fit the traditional credit box, along with the experience and commitment to help correspondent lenders succeed.

Expanding from Conventional to Non-QM: What Every Lender Should Know

More lenders are turning to non-QM loans to grow their businesses and reach borrowers who need flexible, responsible financing solutions.

Overcoming the Top Challenges Conventional Lenders Face in Non-QM — and Why Verus Is the Right Partner

As the mortgage landscape continues to evolve, non-QM lending is becoming an increasingly vital component of a lender’s product mix.

The Future of Non-QM Lending: Is Your Business Prepared?

Participants in the mortgage ecosystem have witnessed the evolution of non-QM from a niche product to a strategic necessity. The sector has proven its worth and staying power:

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