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Is it possible for a veteran who started a business in June 2012 to get a mortgage?

by vhoffm_578_415 from Nyack, New York. Apr 2nd 2013 Reply


Joe Metzler (JoeMetzler)
#17 ranked lender in Minnesota - 4,848 contributions

Not likely... We need to be able to calculate an income. Self-employed people need to be able to provide two-years worth of tax returns with the self-employed income on it. We look at what you reported for income, subtract out costs and write-offs... and then take a two-year average of that to use as income.

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William J Acres (William_Acres)
#74 ranked lender in Arizona - 8,728 contributions

Guidelines require 2 full years of filed tax returns supporting the business income, however there is an exception... if the borrower has at least one year filed tax returns, and he was successfully employed in the same business for several years previous to his self employment, then the lender could allow it.. Example:.. Borrower worked as roofer for 20 years, and decided to start his own roofing company. He has one year filed tax returns as a Self Employed Individual, and he shows enough income after deductions to support all his monthly obligations as well as a new housing payment. Then this scenario could be allowed... The problem is that typically, folks just starting a business will show a loss in the first few years.. The lender must use the income off the tax returns, and if your writing everything off, you might not show enough income to support your debt.. I'm a Broker here in Scottsdale AZ and I only lend in Arizona. If you or someone you know is looking for financing options, feel free to contact me or pass along my information. 480-287-5714 WilliamAcres.com

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Ken Burrows (mortgagesforamerica)
#19 ranked lender in Nevada - 572 contributions

Typically not. Normally you need 2 years tax returns to verify the net income from the business.

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Cory Ure (coryure)
#46 ranked lender in Utah - 50 contributions

Unfortunately not. As others have stated you need to have two years of taxes filed with self-employment income so that income from the business can be analyzed as stable or increasing, and as Joe stated a two year average will be used for qualifying. So you will need wait until you file your 2013 taxes before applying for a mortgage loan.

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Carlos Figueira (carlosfigueira)
#107 ranked lender in New Jersey - 199 contributions

Yep, as others have stated...... 2 years personal returns with your new business income will be required.

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Michelle Curtis Loan Originator NMLS 401173 (MichelleCurtisLO)
#77 ranked lender in Florida - 2,245 contributions

Will need 2 years history most likely but call us so we can go over entire scenario. We are in Montvale and would be glad to help. Call us or email us at 201-962-3555 or Team@BestMortgageOption.com for ano cost no obligation analysis of your situation. Ask for Michelle or Benny We will find the Best Mortgage Option to suit your needs!You can check us out at www.BestMortgageOption.com We are also proud Homes for heroes affiliates

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Peter Savino (855411LEND)
#99 ranked lender in New Jersey - 332 contributions

No, unfortunitly you will not be able too

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Dave Metsker (DaveMetsker)
#35 ranked lender in Oregon - 2,318 contributions

You need 2 full years of tax returns. The income used to qualify will be line 37 on form 1040, adjusted gross income, NOT your gross business receipts.

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