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Self-Employed

Self-Employed? You Deserve a Great Mortgage Too.

Getting a mortgage when self-employed can feel harder — but it doesn't have to be. We know which lenders work best for complex income situations and how to present your application for success.

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The Reality

Self-Employed Mortgages in 2026

The mortgage market for self-employed borrowers has improved significantly. Many lenders now accommodate sole traders, contractors, and company directors — if you know how to present your case.

The key is understanding how different lenders assess income: some use your SA302 tax returns, others look at your latest year's figures, and specialist lenders may assess your contract day rate.

With our whole-of-market access and self-employed expertise, we'll match you to the lender most likely to say yes — at the best possible rate.

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Documents Needed

What You'll Typically Need

  • 2–3 years of SA302 tax calculations and tax year overviews
  • 2–3 years of company accounts (if a director)
  • Proof of current contracts (for contractors)
  • 3–6 months' business and personal bank statements
  • Accountant's certificate or reference (some lenders)
  • Proof of ID and address

Don't worry if you don't have everything — our advisers will tell you exactly what's needed for the specific lender we recommend.

Employment Types

We Work With All Self-Employment Structures

💼 Sole Trader

We use your net profit as assessed by HMRC. Typically 2 years' SA302s required, though some lenders accept 1 year.

📄 Limited Company Director

Income assessed as salary + dividends, or salary + net profit. We know which approach works best for your situation.

⏬ Contractor (Day Rate)

Many specialist lenders will use your annualised day rate — often resulting in a much higher borrowing capacity than SA302-based assessment.

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We've helped thousands of self-employed borrowers get on the ladder.

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