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i am self employeed, how will this affect my ability to qualify for a home loan?

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A lender will probably request to see copies of your tax returns for several years to verify your income. With this, they can calculate your debit ratio, and get a feeling for your continued income. If you have a decent cretit report and debit ratio, you should be able to qualify for a loan.
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