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Self-Employed Buyer Preparation Guide

Organize your business story, existing records and questions before your mortgage conversation.

Free · No signup · Revised September 10, 2026

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PAGE 1

Get your details together

PART 1 · Build a clear picture of your work. This is a preparation guide, not a universal document requirement or a calculation of qualifying income.

Your business snapshot

  • Business name / type of work
  • Ownership share / business structure
  • When the business began / time in this work
  • Income pattern: steady, seasonal, or changing
  • Recent changes or unusual expenses
  • Other income sources you want considered

Gross revenue, bank deposits and personal take-home income are different figures. The lender determines usable income after reviewing your situation and the applicable program.

PAGE 2

Plan your next step

PART 2 · Gather records you already have, then ask for the exact list and time periods. Submit financial records only through your lender’s approved secure process.

Records to discuss with your lender

  • Filed personal and business tax returns, with relevant schedules.
  • Applicable W-2, 1099 or K-1 forms.
  • Current profit-and-loss statement and balance sheet, if requested.
  • Personal and business account statements, if requested.
  • Records of ownership and business activity.
  • Details of business debts and funds planned for the purchase.

Questions worth asking

  • Which documents and time periods apply to my scenario?
  • Could using business funds affect business cash flow?
  • What needs clarification with my accountant or loan team?

Sources and context

Educational content; not a loan approval or credit offer. Confirm requirements for your situation with your lender. Sources checked September 10, 2026.

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