Fannie Mae Selling Guide B3-3.5-01: Underwriting Factors and Documentation for a Self-Employed Borrower
, Underwriting Factors and Documentation for a Self- Employed Borrower (12/13/2023) Introduction This topic contains general information on underwriting factors and documentation for a self-employed borrower, including:
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What this section covers
- Overview
- Factors to Consider for a Self-Employed Borrower
- Length of Self-Employment
- Verification of Income
- Analysis of Borrower’s Personal Income
- Analysis of Borrower’s Business Income
- Use of Income Calculator
- Use of Business Assets
- Income Verification for Self-Employed Co-Borrowers
- Verbal Verification of Employment
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