{"id":2429,"date":"2021-01-25T05:58:35","date_gmt":"2021-01-25T05:58:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.americamortgages.com\/?p=2429"},"modified":"2026-08-03T02:04:44","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T02:04:44","slug":"america-mortgages-primeselect-for-u-s-expats-with-foreign-income","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.americamortgages.com\/america-mortgages-primeselect-for-u-s-expats-with-foreign-income\/","title":{"rendered":"America Mortgages PrimeSelect For U.S. Expats With Foreign Income."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you a U.S. Expats With Foreign Income, filing U.S. income tax, but earning income from your overseas assignment? If you answered YES, we created a U.S. Home Loan Mortgage program specifically for you! America Mortgages PrimeSelect allows you to use two years of your U.S. tax returns, along with your monthly foreign income, to qualify just as you would if you were back home in the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The credit crunch, which was primarily caused by the U.S. banks\u2019 cavalier attitude to mortgages and other loans, has paid for the previous days of easy credit. It is now much more challenging to obtain a mortgage from a U.S. lending institution. For example, guidelines introduced in January 2013 encouraged lenders to demand full documentation from potential borrowers and to be more precise about the consequences of low early repayment rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an expat, you will find getting a mortgage even more difficult. Many lenders will not even consider lending to foreign income earned, so you would need to be persistent and shop around. Note that, as in many cases, mortgage programs may vary from state to state. With America Mortgages PrimeSelect, you are now able to purchase U.S. Real Estate as an investment, second home, or if your intention is moving back to the United States, owner-occupied at prime rates, terms, and programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will need to prove that you have sufficient employment and enough funds to repay the loan. Bear in mind that the more cash you have readily available to pay for a deposit, the broader choice of mortgage you will have. America Mortgages PrimeSelect will allow up to 90% financing for a second home purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">America Mortgages PrimeSelect mortgages are \u2018fully documented,\u2019 meaning you will need to prove your income by supplying two years of U.S. tax returns. In addition to this, you will also need to show your last two months\u2019 bank statements to show you have money sufficient to cover both down payment and closing costs. We will also require one month of pay statements in the country you are working in. If these accounts, pay, and banking is in a language other than English, it will require a professional translation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2013 Two years of U.S. Tax returns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2013 Two months bank statements (foreign okay)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2013 One month of pay statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2013 Passport or drivers license<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2013 Social security card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2013 U.S. credit score (FICO)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Debt to Income Ratio<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most lenders will want your debt-to-income ratio to be no more than 35%. America Mortgages PrimeSelect will allow up to a 45% ratio. This is somewhat aggressive but often needed due to the fluctuation of the U.S. dollar to other currencies. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/terms\/l\/loantovalue.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LTV (Loan to Value)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike many programs that restrict LTV for U.S. Expat foreign earned income, America Mortgages PrimeSelect Loan-to-value ratios are generally around 80-90%. The maximum full term is 30 years, regardless of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mortgage Types for U.S. Expats With Foreign Income<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A wide range of mortgage products is available for U.S. expats looking to purchase or refinance U.S. Real Estate. Mortgages can be variable or fixed-rate, with flexibility over the fixed-rate term. In addition to the standard principle and interest U.S. mortgage loans, there are also interest-only mortgages, allowing for more cash-flow. As most of these loans do not have pre-payment penalties, you can pay towards the principal at will.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you have the income but doesn\u2019t show on your U.S. tax returns? No problem either, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.americamortgages.com\/\">America Mortgages<\/a> StatedSelect allows you to only state your income. We will not request or require proof of income, including tax returns or monthly pay statements. LTV and rates vary for these programs, but qualifying can be extremely simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of our associates or partners will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding America Mortgages\u2019 various loan programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please send us a message at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:hello@americamortgages.com\">hello@americamortgages.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785722570658\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">1. Can U.S. Expats With Foreign Income Qualify for a U.S. Mortgage?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. <strong>U.S. Expats With Foreign Income<\/strong> may qualify for a U.S. mortgage if they meet the lender&#8217;s eligibility requirements. Many specialized mortgage programs accept foreign-earned income when it is supported by the required documentation, such as U.S. tax returns, pay statements, and bank statements.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785722583925\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">2. What Documents Do U.S. Expats With Foreign Income Need?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most mortgage programs require <strong>U.S. Expats With Foreign Income<\/strong> to provide two years of U.S. tax returns, recent bank statements, proof of foreign employment income, a valid passport or driver&#8217;s license, a Social Security card, and a qualifying U.S. credit score. Additional documentation may be required depending on the lender and loan program.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785722607320\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">3. Can Foreign Income Be Used to Buy a Home in the United States?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Certain lenders allow <strong>U.S. Expats With Foreign Income<\/strong> to use their overseas earnings when applying for a mortgage. The income typically needs to be stable, verifiable, and properly documented to satisfy underwriting requirements.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785722617196\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">3. Can Foreign Income Be Used to Buy a Home in the United States?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Certain lenders allow <strong>U.S. Expats With Foreign Income<\/strong> to use their overseas earnings when applying for a mortgage. The income typically needs to be stable, verifiable, and properly documented to satisfy underwriting requirements.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785722639069\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">4. What Loan-to-Value (LTV) Is Available for U.S. Expats With Foreign Income?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Depending on the mortgage program and borrower qualifications, <strong>U.S. Expats With Foreign Income<\/strong> may qualify for financing of up to 90% Loan-to-Value (LTV) for eligible properties. The available LTV varies based on the property type, credit profile, and overall loan application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785722648386\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">5. Can U.S. Expats With Foreign Income Purchase Investment or Second Homes?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Many mortgage programs are designed to help U.S. Expats purchase investment properties, second homes, or owner-occupied homes in the United States. 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