Tailored for Entrepreneurs

    Self-Employed Mortgage Solutions

    Self-employed Florida buyers can explore mortgages that use bank statements or a CPA-prepared Profit & Loss statement when tax returns do not reflect their qualifying cash flow. Quest Mortgage Services compares those options for business owners and freelancers; rental-property investors may also consider DSCR financing based on the property’s income.

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    Key Benefits

    Bank statement loans — 12 or 24 months

    Profit & Loss statement loans

    No tax return programs available

    Flexible income calculation methods

    Competitive rates for self-employed borrowers

    Purchase, refinance, and cash-out options

    How It Works

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    Tell us about your business and we'll match you with the best self-employed program.

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    Provide bank statements or a P&L — no tax returns needed in most cases.

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    Get pre-approved quickly with our streamlined process.

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    Close on your home with a mortgage that works for your unique financial situation.

    Eligibility

    Who Qualifies

    Self-employed for at least 2 years (1 year case-by-case with prior W-2 history in same field)

    Minimum 620 credit score (660+ recommended)

    12 or 24 months of bank statements OR a CPA-prepared P&L

    Down payment typically 10%–20%

    Available for primary, second home, or investment property

    Cash reserves of 3–6 months

    The Process

    From First Call to Closing

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    Program Match

    We pick the best fit: bank statement, P&L, or DSCR.

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    Document Intake

    Send statements or P&L — no tax returns required.

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    Pre-Approval

    Soft-pull credit and pre-approval in 48 hours.

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    Close

    Underwriting through closing in roughly 30 days.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why don't traditional lenders work well for self-employed borrowers?

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    Conventional lenders rely on tax returns, where business owners typically write off expenses to lower taxable income. That artificially shrinks the income they'll let you qualify with. Our programs use bank deposits or CPA-prepared P&Ls instead.

    Which self-employed program is right for me?

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    Bank statement loans suit consistent business deposits. P&L loans suit borrowers whose CPA can prepare a statement. DSCR loans suit pure investors. We recommend the lowest-cost fit at no charge.

    How long do I need to be self-employed?

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    Most programs require 2 years of self-employment. We can sometimes use 1 year if you have prior W-2 history in the same field.

    Are rates higher for self-employed loans?

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    Self-employed (non-QM) loans price slightly higher than conventional, but they let you qualify for the loan amount you actually need based on real cash flow — often a much better outcome overall.

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    Have a question about buying, refinancing, or which program fits your situation? Reach out for a free consultation — Frank responds personally.

    Office

    3105 NW 107th Ave, Suite 400-H5, Miami, FL 33172

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