1099 Income Loans in Oregon & California: No Tax Returns
Paid on a 1099? Qualify on Your Real Income.
1099 income loans let independent contractors, gig workers, and commission earners qualify using their 1099 forms — not two years of tax returns scrubbed down by write-offs. A self-employed mortgage built for how 1099 earners in Oregon and California actually get paid.
1099s — No Returns
Income Docs
0–10%
Min. Down Payment
0% VA & physician · 10% standard
620
Min. Credit Score
$3M
Max Loan Amount
Reviewed by David Blackmon
Mortgage Advisor · Portland, OR · NMLS #1017565 · Updated
What is a 1099 income loan?
A 1099 income loan is a non-QM mortgage that lets independent contractors, freelancers, and commission earners qualify using their 1099 forms instead of two years of tax returns. Because it works from gross 1099 income with a reasonable expense factor — rather than net taxable income after write-offs — it typically produces a higher qualifying income for self-employed borrowers. Available in Oregon and California with as little as 10% down.
Best for: Independent contractors, freelancers, gig workers, and commission-based professionals whose tax returns understate their true income.
1099s Only
Income Docs
10%
Min. Down Payment
620
Min. Credit Score
$3M
Max Loan Amount
Not Required
Tax Returns
Overview
A Self-Employed Mortgage Built for 1099 Earners
If you're paid on a 1099 — as an independent contractor, freelancer, gig worker, or commission-based professional — your tax returns rarely tell the whole story. After business write-offs, the taxable income on your 1040 can look far smaller than what you actually earn and bank, and conventional underwriting reads that lower number. A 1099 income loan fixes that mismatch by qualifying you directly from your 1099 forms instead of two years of returns.
This is a non-QM (alternative-documentation) program, part of our broader suite of self-employed mortgage options. Rather than averaging your net taxable income, we work from your gross 1099 income and apply a reasonable expense factor to arrive at qualifying income — which, for most 1099 earners, produces a meaningfully higher number than the conventional calculation. Depending on your profile, one or two years of 1099s may be used.
We lend to 1099 borrowers throughout Oregon and California, and we'll always run your scenario both ways — the 1099 program and a conventional calculation — so you can see the difference in qualifying income and choose the path that gets you the home you want at terms that make sense.
Who This Is For
1099 Income Loans — Serving Oregon and California Contractors
From real estate and insurance commission earners to consultants, tradespeople, and platform workers, we help 1099 borrowers across Oregon and California qualify on the income they actually earn — not the number left after write-offs. Talk to a self-employed lending specialist and we'll show you your qualifying income both ways before you ever shop for a home.
Key Features
What Makes This Program Work
Qualify on 1099s, Not Tax Returns
We use your 1099 income — one or two years depending on your profile — instead of two years of write-off-reduced tax returns. The number that qualifies you reflects what you actually earn, not what's left after deductions.
Sensible Expense Factor
Rather than your full net taxable income, we apply a reasonable expense factor to your gross 1099 income to arrive at qualifying income — typically producing a higher figure than the conventional calculation for the same borrower.
Down Payments From 10%
Qualified 1099 borrowers can purchase with as little as 10% down, with loan amounts from $150,000 up to $3,000,000 — no jumbo-style reserve requirements for most scenarios.
Income on the Rise? Use One Year
If your most recent year is your strongest, a one-year 1099 option may let you qualify on it alone rather than dragging in a weaker prior year. Ideal for borrowers whose 1099 income has grown.
We Read Complex Income for a Living
Multiple 1099 sources, a mix of W-2 and 1099, seasonal swings, ramping commission — we've underwritten all of it. You'll work with a specialist who understands 1099 cash flow, not a checklist.
No Tax-Return Underwriting Delays
Skipping the full tax-return analysis and transcript dependencies often means a cleaner, faster file — particularly for borrowers with complex returns or recent extensions.
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Requirements
General Qualifications
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Licensed in Oregon & California · NMLS #1498678
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Interactive Tool
Model Your 1099 Income From Business Deposits
Most 1099 earners deposit their pay into a business or personal account. Enter 12 or 24 months of deposits to see the qualifying income a bank statement loan would use after the expense factor, and the loan amount it could support. Then compare it with your 1099 totals to see which way qualifies you for more.
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Program setup
Final factor is set by the underwriter from the bank statement review and Business Analysis Questionnaire.
Monthly eligible deposits
Total eligible deposits
$240,000
Average monthly deposits
$20,000
Enter eligible deposits only — exclude transfers between accounts, refunds, loan proceeds, and other non-business income.
Qualifying monthly income
$14,000/mo
This is an estimate, not a commitment to lend or an approval. Actual qualifying income is determined by the underwriter based on a full bank statement review and the completed Business Analysis Questionnaire; the expense factor shown is illustrative and may differ. Loan amount estimates depend on program eligibility, LTV, credit, reserves, property type, and final pricing. Figures assume a fully-amortizing payment; interest-only and ARM options are calculated differently. All loans subject to credit approval. Equal Housing Lender. Lumen Mortgage · NMLS #1498678 · Licensed in Oregon & California.
FAQ
Common Questions
Side-by-Side Comparison
1099 Income Loans vs. Other Loan Options
Compare key requirements, costs, and features at a glance — so you can choose the right loan for your situation.
1099 Income Loan vs. Bank Statement vs. Conventional
Self-employed / 1099 borrower in Oregon or California
| 1099 Income Loan | Bank Statement | Conventional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income Documentation | 1099 forms (1–2 yrs) | 12–24 mo bank deposits | 2 yrs tax returns + W-2s |
| Qualifying Income Basis | Gross 1099 less expense factor | Averaged deposits | Net taxable income |
| Tax Returns Required | No | No | Yes |
| Min. Down Payment | 10% | 10% | 3% |
| Min. Credit Score | 620 | 620 | 620 |
| Best For | 1099 contractors & commission earners | Owners whose deposits show income | W-2 borrowers with clean returns |
| Loan Type | Non-QM | Non-QM | Conforming |
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