Why Is It Hard for Self-Employed to Get a Mortgage? (And the Easiest Mortgage Options for Self-Employed Borrowers in Southern California)
If you’re self-employed and have tried applying for a home loan, you’ve probably asked yourself (either in curiosity or frustration): why is it hard for self-employed borrowers to get a mortgage? Many successful entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners...
How Self-Employed Buyers Can Qualify for Luxury Mortgages in Southern California
Buying a luxury home in Southern California as a self-employed individual can feel like navigating a maze. The traditional mortgage application process relies on tax returns and W-2s, documents that don’t always reflect your true income when you’re a business...
Can I Use My Profit & Loss Statement Instead of a W-2?
If you’re self-employed or run your own business, you’ve probably wondered whether your profit and loss (P&L) statement can be used in place of a W-2 when applying for a mortgage. We know that for some business owners, this is a better representation of...
Buying or Refinancing in SoCal? Here’s What You Need to Know in 2025
If you’re considering buying a home or refinancing in 2025—especially in high-cost markets like Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Manhattan Beach, or Malibu—you already know this isn’t your average lending environment. Whether you’re a...
Mortgage FAQs During a Divorce
Mortgage FAQs During a Divorce – If you are in the middle of the divorce process, you may be wondering how this will affect your mortgage options. In this challenging transitional period, we are here to help. To speak with a loan officer about refinancing,...
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