I was looking at all the documents I need for a car loan, but proof of income was one that I wasn't sure about. What is proof of income and what do I need to show it?
is standard practice, so don’t let it scare you. Lenders require proof of income to verify you can afford your new loan.
To show proof of income, you need one or more of these documents:
Bank statements
Tax returns
W-2s
Pay stubs
1099s, if you’re self-employed
In most cases, they’ll require several pay stubs or a W-2 to show you have a steady income and the ability to afford the monthly payment. Keep in mind that you will also need to purchase car insurance per the stipulations of your car loan and provide your lender with
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