Employment-based alternative documentation

Written Verification of Employment Mortgage Options

A written-VOE program may use an employer-completed verification of employment as the primary income record instead of a traditional package of paystubs and income documents.

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How the documentation differs

The employer verifies eligible employment and earnings on the required form. The program may limit how much income is used and may apply additional restrictions at higher debt-to-income ratios.

Eligible transactions vary

Potential options may include primary homes, second homes, investments, eligible two-to-four-unit properties, condos, cash-out and a non-occupant co-borrower.

Confirm the current matrix

The source program described loan amounts up to $3 million and leverage up to 85%, with cash-out and interest-only subject to additional restrictions. Current terms depend on full qualification and participating-lender guidelines.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about written verification of employment mortgage options

What is a written VOE?

It is an employer-completed verification of employment that documents eligible employment and earnings on the required form.

Does written VOE mean no income review?

No. The program uses the written VOE as an alternative income record and applies its own limits, calculations and underwriting requirements.

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