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Self-Employed Mortgages

Flexible financing solutions designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and independent contractors who don't fit traditional lending criteria.

Why Self-Employed Borrowers Need Different Solutions

Traditional lenders often struggle to properly assess self-employed income due to tax write-offs, income fluctuations, and complex business structures. Private mortgages offer flexible underwriting that considers your actual business performance and assets.

Flexible Documentation

Alternative income verification methods that work with your business structure

Income Averaging

Consider your business income trends, not just one difficult year

Business Asset Consideration

Leverage your business assets and retained earnings

What Lenders Consider

Business financial statements and tax returns
Industry type and business longevity
Personal and business credit history
Down payment amount (typically 20-35%)
Property type and location
Exit strategy and refinancing potential

Typical Loan Terms

Interest Rates

7.99% - 12.99%

Based on risk profile and documentation strength

Loan Terms

6 - 24 months

Bridge to traditional financing or business growth

Loan-to-Value

Up to 80%

Higher LTV available with strong documentation

Approval Timeline

1 - 2 weeks

Efficient approval with streamlined documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Explore Your Options?

Get a customized mortgage solution that works with your self-employed income structure.