What is a good DSCR ratio?

Most lenders want a DSCR of at least 1.0, meaning the property's income covers the debt payments. A DSCR of 1.25+ gets you better rates and terms.

Can I get a DSCR loan with no money down?

No. DSCR loans typically require 20-25% down. Some lenders may accept cross-collateralization to reduce cash needed.

Do DSCR loans show on my credit report?

It depends on the lender. Some report to credit bureaus, others don't. Ask your lender before closing.

Can I use a DSCR loan for a short-term rental?

Yes. Many DSCR lenders accept Airbnb/VRBO income. They typically use projected rental income from platforms like AirDNA or actual booking history.

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DSCR Loans in Oakland, CA

Find lenders offering dscr loans in the Oakland, including Berkeley, Fremont, Hayward, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 43 lenders.

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Lenders

Typical Rate

7.0% - 9.5%

Down Payment

20-25%

Term

30 years

Closing Time

2-4 weeks

DSCR Lenders Serving Oakland

43 lenders offering dscr loans in the Oakland, CA area.

Civic Financial Services

Local

Redondo Beach, CA

Private money lender for residential investment properties. Bridge and DSCR rental loans. Subsidiary of Pacific Western Bank.

$100K – $5M

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CoreVest Finance

Local

Irvine, CA

Rental portfolio and bridge lender for residential real estate investors. Build-to-rent and portfolio financing specialist. Redwood Trust subsidiary.

$200K – $50M

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Griffin Funding

Local

Nationwide DSCR lender. No income verification, DSCR as low as 0.75. Up to $5M loan amounts. Also offers VA, conventional, and non-QM loans.

$100K – $5M

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JMAC Lending

Local

DSCR loans available in select states. Min DSCR 0.75, max LTV 75%, min FICO 660-700.

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Kiavi

Local

San Francisco, CA

Technology-driven lender (formerly LendingHome). $16B+ in loans funded. DSCR rental loans and bridge loans for fix-and-flip.

$100K – $3M

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Truss Financial Group

Local

Tailored DSCR and non-QM mortgage solutions. 30-year fixed DSCR loans from $100K to $3M. Also offers 'no ratio' loans.

$100K – $3M

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Velocity Mortgage Capital

Local

Westlake Village, CA

Small balance commercial mortgage lender. DSCR and business purpose loans for 1-4 unit investment properties and small commercial properties.

$100K – $5M

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Acra Lending

Local

Wholesale non-QM lender with a dedicated DSCR program for investment properties. Offers bank statement, asset qualifier, and foreign national programs alongside DSCR.

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Newfi Wholesale

Local

Emeryville, CA

Wholesale lender offering DSCR investor loans alongside bank statement, asset qualifier, and jumbo non-QM products. Known for flexible underwriting guidelines.

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HomeXpress Mortgage

Local

Wholesale non-QM lender offering DSCR loans for 1-4 unit investment properties. Fast turn times with competitive investor pricing and no income verification required.

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Oaktree Funding

Local

Wholesale non-QM lender providing DSCR loans for real estate investors. Specializes in bank statement, asset depletion, and investor cash flow programs.

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Kind Lending

Local

Santa Ana, CA

Wholesale lender founded by industry veterans offering DSCR loans for rental investors. Competitive non-QM products with fast underwriting and broker-friendly service.

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Change Lending

Local

Wholesale lender with a dedicated DSCR program for real estate investors. Offers competitive non-QM products including bank statement and asset qualifier loans.

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A&D Mortgage

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Wholesale non-QM lender. DSCR loans with 0 minimum DSCR, 80% max LTV, min FICO 620.

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Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions

Atlanta, GA

Major non-QM and DSCR lender. Investor cash flow loans up to $1.5M. 40-year terms with interest-only options. No limit on properties.

$100K – $2M

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Oakland Commercial Real Estate Market

Oakland's CRE market has undergone substantial transformation, with the city emerging as a more affordable alternative to San Francisco for office, industrial, and multifamily tenants crossing the Bay Bridge. The uptown and downtown core around Broadway and the Lake Merritt area have attracted tech companies, coworking operators, and creative industry tenants, though the departure of the Oakland Athletics has left questions about the Coliseum area's redevelopment future. Jack London Square along the waterfront remains a mixed-use hub for dining, office, and entertainment. The Port of Oakland, the third-busiest container port on the West Coast, drives industrial demand in the West Oakland and Middle Harbor areas, though environmental justice considerations increasingly influence development approvals in those neighborhoods.

Key Economic Drivers

●Port of Oakland container terminal and intermodal rail yard
●Kaiser Permanente regional headquarters and hospital network
●Clorox Company headquarters and food and beverage industry operators
●Howard Terminal/Oakland Athletics former Coliseum site redevelopment potential

Market Insight

The Port of Oakland's proximity to both transpacific shipping routes and BNSF/Union Pacific intermodal rail makes its surrounding industrial properties highly strategic, but Oakland's stringent community benefit and environmental review requirements can extend development timelines significantly.