Finance

Foreign National Mortgages & Financing

Get a U.S. rental property loan as a foreign investor.

Get approved for rental property financing in the U.S. within 24 hours. No U.S. credit, income, visa or residency required.

Please note: Cashflow Rentals is not a mortgage broker or lender. We help you understand your financing options and connect you with licensed mortgage brokers and specialist lenders, who arrange and underwrite all financing directly.
What Lenders Actually Assess

U.S. Rental Property Loans For Foreigners

If a property generates more rental income than its costs to carry (PITIA), your mortgage is approved.

  • Approval based on the property's rental income, not your salary
  • No U.S. credit, residency, visa, or SSN required
  • Up to 75% LTV with 30-year fixed-rate options
IncomeRental Income
CostsOperating Costs
ValueAppraised Value
BorrowerID & Proof of Funds
Common Misconception

Do You Need Residency, a Visa, or an SSN?

You don't need to live in the U.S., hold a visa or Green Card, or have a Social Security Number to qualify.

What You Don't Need

  • U.S. residency
  • A visa or Green Card
  • A Social Security Number
  • A U.S. credit history

What Lenders Look At Instead

  • The property's rental income
  • Operating expenses and net cash flow
  • Current market value
  • Overall suitability for financing

We've helped investors from Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Germany, Taiwan, and many other countries secure financing for their U.S. rental property investments.

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  • Plain-English guides and checklists
  • Free calculators to run the numbers
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Step by Step

Your Journey to U.S. Ownership

Get approved for a foreign national rental property loan in the U.S. within 24 hours.

  1. Speak to an Expert

    Speak to our expert team of foreign investors and we'll answer all your questions.

  2. Loan Pre-Approval

    Our specialist lender will pre-approve your property with specific mortgage terms.

  3. Underwriting

    When you buy the property, our team guides you through underwriting and final approval.

  4. Closing & Ownership

    You sign your final loan documents online, and transition into long-term ownership.

Common Questions

Foreign National Financing FAQs

Can I get a U.S. mortgage as a foreign investor?

Yes. Foreign national mortgage programs are designed specifically for overseas buyers of U.S. real estate. Depending on the program, you can qualify without U.S. residency, a visa, a Green Card, a Social Security Number, or a U.S. credit history, because lenders focus primarily on the property's rental income, market value, and suitability for financing.

Do I need a Social Security Number or U.S. credit history to qualify?

No. Most foreign national rental property loans do not require a Social Security Number or a U.S. credit history. Qualification is usually based on the property's income, your available capital, and sometimes your investment experience, rather than personal employment income or domestic credit.

What are typical loan terms for foreign national mortgages?

Terms vary by lender, but typical foreign national rental property programs offer up to 75% loan-to-value, 30-year fixed and fully amortizing options, purchase and refinance including cash-out, multifamily financing up to 8 units, short-term rental financing, and minimum loan amounts starting around $100,000.

How much money do I need to invest?

You should typically expect a down payment of around 25% to 30%, plus closing costs and lender fees, inspection and appraisal costs, entity setup costs, and reserve funds required by the lender. For example, a $200,000 rental property might require roughly $60,000 down, about $7,500 in closing costs, and around $3,000 in cash reserves.

Is Cashflow Rentals a mortgage broker or lender?

No. Cashflow Rentals is not a mortgage broker or lender. We help you understand your options and connect you with licensed mortgage brokers and specialist lenders who arrange and underwrite the financing directly.