Bank Statement Loans in Lee County, TX

Bank Statement Home Loans in Lee County, TX

Self-employed? Qualify using 12–24 months of bank statements instead of tax returns. We count your real deposits — not your write-offs. See your qualifying income in 60 seconds.

No Tax ReturnsQualify on 12–24 months of personal or business bank statements.

Real Income CountedWe use your deposits, not your write-off-reduced taxable income.

10% DownCompetitive down-payment options for self-employed borrowers.

Built for Business Owners1099 contractors, realtors, gig workers, and entrepreneurs welcome.

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Self-employed home loans across Lee County

If you've been told you 'make too much to qualify on paper' in Lee County, a bank statement loan is likely your answer. It qualifies you on your deposits, so the income you actually earn is the income that counts. A CPA-prepared profit-and-loss statement can stand in when deposits don't tell the whole story. We serve self-employed buyers from the county seat of Giddings to communities across Lee County.

Lee County at a glance

In Lee County, the median household income is about $79,291 (2024). For business owners here, qualifying income comes from 12–24 months of deposits — often enough to comfortably reach the local price point.

Who qualifies in Lee County

Qualify on 12–24 months of bank statements instead of tax returns
Personal or business bank statements both accepted
Local specialists who structure non-QM loans for Lee County business owners
Write-offs that cut your taxable income don't cut your qualifying income

Business owners across Lee County turned down on a conventional loan often qualify here on deposits alone — the check is free and there's no obligation.

Texas's 80% cash-out rule

Texas homestead law caps cash-out refinances on a primary residence at 80% of the home's value — you must keep at least 20% equity. It applies to every loan type, including bank-statement loans, so plan your cash-out around that ceiling.

Financing a Texas barndominium

Texas is the most barndo-friendly lending market in the country, but financing is still lender-by-lender: appraisals hinge on comparable metal-building home sales, which rural Texas counties actually have. Completed barndos fit portfolio and non-QM programs; new builds usually run through construction-to-permanent loans with a licensed builder.

Your write-offs stop working against you

The deductions that lower your tax bill also lower the income a conventional lender sees — which is why so many business owners get under-qualified or denied. A bank-statement loan flips that: your real deposits, not your write-off-reduced taxable income, drive your approval.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a DSCR loan for investors?

A DSCR loan qualifies real estate investors on a property's rental cash flow instead of personal income — no tax returns or pay stubs. It's ideal for rentals, cash-out refinances, and growing a portfolio.

Can I finance a barndominium with a non-QM loan in Texas?

Texas is one of the friendliest barndo lending markets anywhere. Portfolio and non-QM lenders finance completed barndominiums when comparable sales support the appraisal; construction usually runs through a construction-to-permanent loan.

Can I get a mortgage with an ITIN instead of a Social Security number?

Yes. ITIN loans underwrite with your IRS-issued taxpayer ID, typically with 10-20% down and two years of work history. Self-employed ITIN borrowers can often document income with bank statements.

What about jumbo loans for the self-employed?

Bank statement jumbo programs lend above the conforming limit ($832,750 in most Texas counties for 2026) using deposit-based income — expect larger down payments and deeper reserves than smaller loans.

Are bank statement loan rates higher?

Usually somewhat higher (often about 0.5%–2% over conventional) because they don't fit standard guidelines. There's no monthly PMI, and the real comparison is to being denied conventionally — many borrowers refinance later.

How much down payment do I need?

Most bank statement programs start around 10%, with stronger pricing at 15–20%+. A larger down payment can offset a lower credit score or thinner deposit history.