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Profit and Loss (P&L) Loans Florida

Qualify for a Florida mortgage on a CPA-prepared profit and loss statement instead of tax returns. Built for business owners with clean books. NMLS# 1859012.

CPA P&L
Qualifies You
No Returns
On Most Loans
620+
Min FICO
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By Onias Derilus, NMLS# 1859012 · Licensed FL Mortgage Broker · Last Updated: May 2026
Profit and Loss Loans Florida

P&L Statement Mortgages in Florida

Your accountant already knows what your business earns. A profit and loss loan lets that statement qualify you, skipping the tax-return maze most owners dread.

Tax returns are built to lower what you owe, not to showcase income. For a profitable Florida business, that can mean a thin-looking 1040. A CPA P&L shows the real net income instead.

Who is it for? Established owners with organized books, professionals with their own practice, and entrepreneurs who want a cleaner, faster path to approval.

Eligibility & Requirements

✓CPA-prepared P&L covering 12–24 months
✓Two or more years in business (program dependent)
✓620+ credit score on most programs
✓10–20% down payment typical
✓Bank statements may support the P&L
✓No tax returns required on most programs

Official resource: CFPB — Owning a Home.

What the Lender Reviews
CPA P&L statementCore document
Net income figureQualifying basis
Bank statementsSupport (some)
Business licenseVerification
Requirements vary by lender and business type.
P&L Example — Illustration
Gross revenue (P&L)$420,000
Business expenses−$270,000
Net income$150,000/yr
Qualifying income~$12,500/mo
Min down payment10–20%
Min FICO620+
Illustration only — not a rate quote. Underwriting varies by lender.
Rates & Costs

What P&L Loans Cost

P&L loans are non-QM, so they price a bit above conventional. A strong net income, solid credit, and a larger down payment all pull the rate down. We weigh a P&L program against a tax-return loan to find your cheapest route.

Clean Books Pay Off
A clear, professionally prepared P&L can streamline underwriting and pricing.
Down Payment
More down lowers risk and the rate that comes with it.
Credit Strength
A 700-plus score earns the best pricing on P&L loans.

We do not post a fixed rate — your number depends on your file. Request a personalized quote for real terms.

Pros & Cons

P&L Loan Pros and Cons

Advantages
✓No tax returns on most programs
✓Uses real net income
✓Cleaner than line-item write-offs
✓Faster document gathering
✓Available statewide in Florida
Trade-offs
✓Rates run above conventional
✓Requires a CPA-prepared P&L
✓10–20% down often required
✓Needs an established business
✓Not every lender offers it
How to Qualify

How Owners Get Approved

1. Get the CPA P&L
Your accountant prepares a profit and loss statement covering 12 to 24 months.
2. Set the income
The net income on the statement becomes your monthly qualifying figure.
3. Support the file
A few bank statements may back up the P&L, depending on the lender.
4. Close on your books
No tax returns required on most programs — close on the statement's numbers.
Florida Notes

Business Owners in Florida

Florida has one of the highest rates of small-business ownership in the country. Many of those owners are profitable but show modest income after deductions. A CPA P&L closes that gap and gets the approval back in line with reality.

If your accountant already keeps tidy monthly statements, you may be closer to qualifying than you think. We review the P&L early so there are no surprises later in underwriting.

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Ways Owners Qualify

How a P&L loan compares with conventional and bank statement qualifying.

FeatureP&L LoanConventionalBank Statement
Income DocCPA P&LTax returnsBank deposits
Tax ReturnsOften noneRequiredOften none
Min Down10–20%3–5%10–20%
Best ForClean booksSimple returnsDeposit-heavy
Min FICO620+620+620+
P&L Loan FAQ

P&L Loan Questions, Answered

What is a profit and loss loan?
A profit and loss loan, or P&L loan, qualifies business owners using a CPA-prepared profit and loss statement instead of tax returns. The net income on that statement becomes your qualifying income. Mortgage Capital (NMLS# 1859012) uses it for Florida owners whose returns understate real earnings.
Who needs a CPA P&L statement to qualify?
Business owners who write off heavily, have complex returns, or want a faster path than a full tax-return review. If your accountant can produce a clean profit and loss statement that reflects your true cash flow, a P&L program may approve you for more than a conventional loan would.
Do I need to provide tax returns at all?
Often no. A P&L-only program leans on the CPA statement and sometimes a few months of bank statements to support it. Some lenders ask for a year of returns as a cross-check, but the heart of the file is the profit and loss statement, not your 1040.
Who prepares the profit and loss statement?
A licensed CPA, enrolled agent, or licensed tax preparer prepares it. Lenders want a third-party professional to sign off so the numbers carry weight. A self-prepared spreadsheet generally will not satisfy underwriting on its own.
What credit score and down payment do I need?
Most P&L programs want a 620 or higher score and 10 to 20 percent down. Stronger credit and a larger down payment improve your rate. Because the loan relies on the CPA statement, a clean, consistent business history helps the file.
How is this different from a bank statement loan?
A bank statement loan reads your deposits to estimate income, while a P&L loan uses your accountant's net-income figure. P&L can be cleaner for owners with organized books, and bank statement loans can fit owners whose deposits tell the story better. We compare both for you.
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Qualify on Your P&L in Florida

CPA statement, no tax returns · Self-employed friendly · Licensed FL mortgage broker NMLS# 1859012

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Rates are illustrative only. APR and payments vary by credit score, loan amount, and market conditions. Subject to credit approval. Not a commitment to lend. NMLS# 1859012. Equal Housing Lender.