Investment Property Tool

Free DSCR Calculator

Calculate your Debt Service Coverage Ratio instantly. Find out if your rental property qualifies for a DSCR loan without income verification.

DSCR Calculator

Debt Service Coverage Ratio

Rental Income

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Annual Operating Expenses

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Loan Details

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Your DSCR
0.78
Negative

Your property doesn't cover its debt. Consider increasing rent or reducing loan amount.

Financial Summary

Gross Annual Income$28,500
Operating Expenses-$8,880
Net Operating Income (NOI)$19,620

Debt Service

Monthly Payment$2,097.64
Annual Debt Service$25,172

Annual Cash Flow

$-5,552
$-463 per month

What is Debt Service Coverage Ratio?

The Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) measures a property's ability to cover its debt obligations using rental income. It's calculated by dividing the property's Net Operating Income (NOI) by its total debt service (mortgage payments).

Lenders use DSCR to determine if a rental property generates enough income to qualify for financing without relying on the borrower's personal income.

DSCR Formula

DSCR = Net Operating Income ÷ Annual Debt Service
DSCR calculation concept

DSCR Loan Requirements by Ratio

< 1.0
Negative Cash Flow

Property doesn't generate enough income to cover debt. Most lenders won't approve.

1.0 - 1.15
Break-Even

Minimal cash flow. Some lenders accept with higher rates or larger down payments.

1.15 - 1.25
Good

Healthy cash flow buffer. Most lenders approve with competitive rates.

> 1.25
Excellent

Strong cash flow. Best rates and terms available. Ideal for investors.

How to Improve Your DSCR

Increase Rental Income

Raise rents to market rates, add amenities, or convert to short-term rentals for higher income potential.

Lower Interest Rate

Shop multiple lenders, improve credit score, or buy down points to reduce your monthly debt service.

Larger Down Payment

Putting more money down reduces your loan amount and monthly payments, improving DSCR.

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