DSCR loans in Illinois.
Qualify on the property's rental income — not your tax returns. Close in an LLC. 20–25% down. Long-term and short-term rental friendly across Illinois.
Chicago neighborhoods and the surrounding suburbs deliver strong LTR cash flow. STR demand concentrates in Galena and Lake Geneva-adjacent towns.
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Illinois rental markets by county
60 Illinois markets, grouped into 9 county hubs. Open a county for its city-by-city rent, payment and DSCR numbers.
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DSCR at a glance in Illinois
- 20–25% down (15% on select shelves with 740+ FICO and 1.25+ DSCR)
- 660 minimum FICO typical · 620 with larger down on some shelves
- DSCR 1.0+ standard · 0.75 with a rate add-on
- 3–6 months PITIA reserves (6 months on STR)
- Close in an LLC, partnership, or corp
- No tax returns · no W-2s · no personal DTI calculated
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Monthly rent ÷ monthly PITIA (principal + interest + taxes + insurance + association dues).
Illinois DSCR FAQs
Do you offer DSCR loans in Illinois?+
Yes. Tayton Capital originates DSCR investor loans across Illinois for both long-term rentals and short-term (Airbnb / VRBO) rentals where local zoning allows.
What's the minimum down payment for a DSCR loan in Illinois?+
20% is the standard minimum on LTR DSCR with a 1.0+ ratio. 25% is typical for STR or sub-1.0 DSCR ratios. Some shelves go to 15% with 740+ FICO and a strong ratio.
Can I close in an LLC in Illinois?+
Yes. Illinois DSCR closings routinely go into an LLC, partnership, or corp. A personal guaranty is usually still required.
What credit score do I need?+
Most Illinois DSCR shelves start at 660–680 FICO. Best pricing kicks in at 740+. We have programs that accept 620 with larger down.
How fast can a Illinois DSCR loan close?+
Purchases close in 21–30 days; refinances in 15–25 days. We coordinate appraisal, title, and insurance in-house to keep your timeline tight.
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