Commission income shouldn’t stop your homeownership goals
Designed for self-employed borrowers, independent contractors, and commission-based earners who want a more flexible path to financing using 1099 income instead of traditional tax returns.
A flexible loan solution for borrowers with non-traditional income. The 1099 Only program allows qualified clients to use their 1099 forms for income qualification without requiring tax returns, creating a simpler and more practical path to financing.
Qualify using 1099 income instead of traditional tax returns.
No tax returns required for income qualification.
Financing available up to $8,000,000 for eligible borrowers.
Minimum 20% down payment required.
Requires a minimum two-year self-employment history.
Available for primary residences, second homes, and investment properties.
Built for self-employed individuals and independent contractors with non-traditional income.
Helps borrowers qualify using the income documents they actually receive.
Offers a simpler path when tax returns do not reflect true earning power.
Supports a wide range of property and occupancy scenarios.
Ideal for freelancers, consultants, and commission-based professionals.
Provides more flexibility than many traditional income documentation programs.
Self-employed borrowers with at least a two-year work history.
Independent contractors paid through 1099 forms.
Freelancers and consultants with strong income but non-traditional documentation.
Commission-based earners seeking flexible financing options.
Borrowers purchasing or refinancing a primary, second home, or investment property.
Clients who want an alternative to traditional tax-return-based qualification.
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Connect To A Loan OfficerFor independent contractors and commission earners paid on 1099s.
A 1099-only mortgage is a Non-QM loan that qualifies borrowers using their 1099 forms instead of full tax returns.
Independent contractors, real estate agents, gig workers, consultants and other borrowers paid on 1099s, typically with a history of 1099 income in the same line of work, subject to guidelines.
Usually from one or two years of 1099s, often with an expense factor applied. The exact method varies by program.
Generally, no. 1099 programs typically don't require full personal tax returns, though lenders still review credit, assets and reserves.
A bank statement loan may be a better fit. It qualifies you using deposits on your bank statements.
Yes. Licensed brokers can submit 1099 and other Non-QM files through TAG's wholesale channel in the states where TAG is licensed as a lender.
Often yes. Florida contractors, real estate agents, consultants and gig workers can qualify using 1099 forms instead of full tax returns, through select investor programs. TAG Lending Group is a licensed mortgage lender in Florida (NMLS #2329372) and reviews the 1099 history and line of work before submission.
Yes. Real estate agents paid on 1099 are a common fit. 1099 programs are available for primary residences, second homes and investment properties, by program. If 1099s don't fit, bank statement and P&L options are also available.
General information only, not a commitment to lend. All loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting, property eligibility and program guidelines. Programs and availability may change without notice. TAG Lending Group, LLC · NMLS #2329372 · Equal Housing Opportunity.