Sometimes — certain DSCR investors accept platform income with documentation and stress factors. Others size the loan on long-term market rent even when you operate short-term.
DSCR is rent ÷ PITIA. The debate on Airbnb deals is which “rent” number goes in the numerator. Long-term market rent is the conservative default. Short-term platform income can be higher — but only when the investor’s overlays allow it and the paperwork supports it.
We model both approaches so you know whether the deal clears on LTR rents alone or needs an STR-friendly investor.
Income methods and haircuts vary by investor and can change without notice.
Clean, consistent statements make STR underwriting possible.
Airbnb, VRBO, or property-manager statements showing gross bookings and net payouts over time.
Transfers into your operating account that reconcile to platform payouts.
Average daily rate and occupancy help underwriters sanity-check peak vs. off-season.
Some investors want a clear picture of net cash flow after typical STR operating costs.
Third-party managers should provide contracts that match how income is reported.
When required locally, proof that short-term use is allowed at the subject address.
Lenders price risk — not your best July weekend.
Tourist months can inflate annualized income if not averaged across a full year.
STRs have gaps between stays and higher turnover than annual leases.
Cleaning, supplies, and platform fees reduce net cash available for debt service.
Rule changes can compress future income — stress factors reflect that uncertainty.
Send platform history (or comps if vacant), estimated PITIA, and your hold plan. We calculate DSCR under LTR and STR methods, then match investors that accept the stronger path when it is available.
If STR income is the only way the ratio works, we say so clearly — and confirm local rules before you rely on that path.
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Sometimes. Some DSCR investors accept short-term rental income from Airbnb, VRBO, or similar platforms when statements support the income and overlays are met. Others underwrite using long-term market rent instead.
Typical packages include 12–24 months of platform payout statements, tax summaries when available, occupancy reports, and bank deposits that match platform transfers.
Usually not at face value. Investors often annualize or average income and apply haircuts so peak season does not overstate sustainable cash flow.
Without operating history, many programs default to long-term market rents from the appraisal — even if you plan to list on Airbnb after closing.
Ryan & Steve will stress-test LTR vs. STR income methods and match an investor that fits your file.