Self-Employed

Mortgages forSelf-Employed Borrowers

Being self-employed doesn't mean you can't get a great mortgage. I specialise in helping business owners, contractors, and freelancers find the right deal.

1yr

Min Trading History

100+

Specialist Lenders

Free

No Broker Fees

24hr

Response Time

Employment Types

I Help All Types of Self-Employed Borrowers

Whether you're a sole trader, contractor, or company director, I understand how to present your income to lenders.

Sole Traders

Standard self-employed individuals running their own business.

  • Net profit assessment
  • SA302 or tax calculations
  • 1-3 years trading history
Limited Company Directors

Directors who take salary and dividends from their business.

  • Salary + dividends
  • Retained profits considered
  • Company accounts required
Contractors

IT contractors, interim managers, and day-rate professionals.

  • Day rate calculations
  • Contract evidence
  • Specialist lenders
Partnerships

Business partners with shared profits and responsibilities.

  • Share of profit assessed
  • Partnership accounts
  • Individual SA302s
Income Calculation

How Lenders Assess Self-Employed Income

Understanding how lenders calculate your income is key to maximising what you can borrow.

Average of Last 2-3 Years

Most lenders average your last 2-3 years of income. If your income is growing, some will use the latest year's figure instead.

Salary + Dividends

For limited company directors, most lenders add salary and dividends together. Some also consider retained profits in the company.

Day Rate Annualisation

Contractor specialists can calculate your income by annualising your day rate (e.g., £500/day × 220 days = £110,000).

Why Use a Broker

Expert Help for Self-Employed Mortgages

Specialist Lender Access

I work with lenders who specialise in self-employed mortgages and understand complex income.

Income Maximisation

I know how different lenders calculate income and can find the one that works best for your situation.

Free, Expert Advice

No broker fees - I'm paid by the lender. You get professional advice at no cost.

Less Than 2 Years Trading?

Some lenders accept just 1 year's accounts. I can help find options for newer businesses.

Documents You'll Need

The exact documents depend on your business structure, but typically include:

  • SA302s and Tax Year Overviews (2-3 years)
  • Business accounts or accountant's certificate
  • Bank statements (personal and business)
  • Proof of ID and address
  • Details of any outstanding debts
Pro Tip

Don't have your SA302s? You can download them instantly from your HMRC online account. I can walk you through this if needed.

FAQ

Self-Employed Mortgage Questions

Self-Employed? Let's Talk

Book a free consultation to discuss your mortgage options. I'll explain how lenders will view your income and find the best deals for your situation.

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