The Debt Service Coverage Ratio measures whether a property's income can cover its loan payments. Pre-filled with Iowa market data. Net Operating Income ÷ Annual Debt Service. Lenders use DSCR to qualify investor loans — most require 1.15–1.25 minimum.
Avg Cap Rate
7%
Median Price
$228K
Property Tax
1.25%
Vacancy Rate
8%
Local Factors
DSCR
0.35x
What does this mean?
A DSCR below 1.0 means the property doesn't generate enough income to cover its debt payments. The investor must cover the shortfall out of pocket. Most lenders won't fund this deal.
Why DSCR matters
DSCR loans let investors qualify based on the property's income — not personal W-2s or tax returns. The ratio tells lenders whether the rental income can cover the mortgage. A higher DSCR means lower risk and often better rates.
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