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Self-Employed Mortgage Applications
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15 discussionsSelf-employed for only one year - is getting a mortgage realistic?
Yes, it can be, but it usually depends on more than just the length of time in business. Many lenders prefer two years of self-employment history. However, some…
Mortgage Dilemma: Bigger Deposit or Keep Cash for Business?
Been saving up for a house and finally ready to take the plunge, but I'm kinda stuck deciding between two options. Option one: put down a bigger deposit…
Mortgage paperwork nightmare when you're your own boss
Just spent the last two weeks trying to convince my bank that yes, I do actually make money working for myself. They asked for tax returns, bank statements,…
Has anyone here qualified for a mortgage using mainly 1099 income?
One issue that seems to come up often is that a borrower can have strong gross income but still qualify for much less because lenders focus heavily on…
Self-Employed and Struggling to Prove Income for a Mortgage?
We talk to a lot of freelancers, contractors, and business owners who assume getting approved is impossible because they earn 1099 income. The reality? Most aren't denied because…
I kept getting denied for a mortgage because I’m 1099… turns out I was doing it completely wrong
So I’m self-employed (freelance + contract work) and make decent money. But every time I tried to get a mortgage, same story: “Your income isn’t stable” “Your tax…
Self-employed but tax returns make your income look low?
Being self-employed can make mortgage approval frustrating. A person may have steady clients, strong bank deposits, and enough income to afford a home. But after business write-offs, their…
🔥 Self-Employed? You May Not Need Tax Returns to Get a Mortgage (1 viewing)
If you’re self-employed, freelancers, or a business owner, traditional mortgage rules can be frustrating - especially when tax write-offs make your income look lower than it really is.…
Mortgage hunting nightmare as a freelancer
Just went through the whole mortgage application thing as someone who's self-employed, and man, it was a rollercoaster. Ended up using this online broker service that specializes in…
No W-2, No Tax Returns—Still Buying a Home in 2026? Yes, It’s Possible
Many self-employed buyers assume they can’t qualify for a mortgage without a W-2 or strong tax returns. In 2026, that is no longer true. More lenders now offer…