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Self-Employed Mortgage in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Your licensed Fort Lauderdale mortgage broker for self-employed mortgages. We shop multiple lenders to find the right Self-Employed terms for your Fort Lauderdalepurchase, and close in 14–21 days.

$520,000
Median Home Price
1099 & Business Owners
Self-Employed Highlight
33301
Primary ZIP
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NMLS# 1859012 · Equal Housing Lender
Self-Employed Mortgage · Fort Lauderdale

Self-Employed Mortgages From Your Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Broker

Self-employed borrowers have more mortgage options than most realize. Between conventional with two years of returns, bank statement programs, and 1099-only qualifying, the right path depends on how your income shows up on paper.

Fort Lauderdale's median near $520,000 puts many purchases at the move-up end of Broward County, where loan size and structure start to matter. We line up the Self-Employed terms against that price point before you commit.

Fort Lauderdale spans downtown high-rises, the beach, and canal-front neighborhoods, so the loan mix is just as varied. We handle warrantable and non-warrantable condo financing here as often as single-family conventional loans.

What a Self-Employed Mortgage Offers in Fort Lauderdale

Conventional with two years of tax returns when income is clean
Bank statement qualifying when write-offs lower taxable income
1099-only programs for contractors
Profit-and-loss options for some business types
Two-year self-employment history is the usual baseline
We match the program to how you actually earn

As a broker rather than a bank, we compare self-employed mortgage pricing across lenders for your Fort Lauderdaleprice point at no cost. Start with a five-minute application or call (561) 300-0380 and we will map the numbers to your situation. You can also read the full Self-Employed Mortgage program guide.

Self-Employed Loan Snapshot
OptionsConventional, bank statement, 1099
History2 years self-employed (typical)
Minimum Down3–20% by program
Best ForBusiness owners & contractors
CityFort Lauderdale
CountyBroward County
Broker NMLS#1859012
How It Works in Fort Lauderdale
01
Apply Online
5 min · soft credit pull only
02
Match Program
We shop lenders for your Self-Employed terms
03
Processing
Our team handles paperwork
04
Close
In Fort Lauderdale — typically 14–21 days
FAQ

Self-Employed Mortgage in Fort Lauderdale Questions

How do I get a mortgage in Fort Lauderdale if I am self-employed?

Start by deciding which income picture is stronger: your tax returns or your deposits. If returns show solid income, conventional works in Fort Lauderdale. If write-offs shrink the taxable number, a bank statement loan reads your real cash flow instead. We compare both for you.

How long do I need to be self-employed?

Two years is the standard baseline. Some programs accept one year of self-employment with a prior history in the same field. We confirm which programs your timeline opens.

Where can I get a self-employed mortgage in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

Mortgage Capital is a licensed Florida mortgage broker (NMLS# 1859012) writing self-employed mortgages in Fort Lauderdale and across Broward County. As a broker we shop multiple lenders for the program, so you see real Fort Lauderdale pricing rather than one bank's box. Call (561) 300-0380 or apply online.

How fast can a self-employed mortgage close in Fort Lauderdale?

Most Fort Lauderdale loans close in 14–21 days, with pre-approval usually under 24 hours. The exact timeline shifts with the program, the property, and the seller. A fully underwritten pre-approval is the best way to keep your Fort Lauderdale closing on schedule.

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Self-Employed Mortgage in Fort Lauderdale?

Your local Fort Lauderdalemortgage broker — 5-minute pre-approval, honest rates, fast closing.

(561) 300-0380

Rates are illustrative only. APR and payments vary by credit score, loan amount, and market conditions. Subject to credit approval. Not a commitment to lend. NMLS# 1859012. Equal Housing Lender.