Luciano Giustini
Mortgage Advisor | Vaughan & GTA
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SELF-EMPLOYED FINANCING STRATEGY
Structure Matters When You’re Self-Employed.
When your income isn’t a simple T4, mortgage approval requires planning. I help business owners and self-employed professionals structure their income properly, present it clearly, and align financing with long-term business and personal goals.
Why It’s Different
Traditional lenders assess stability and income consistency differently for business owners. The key is understanding how your income is reported — and how to position it properly.
Income Structure
We review salary, dividends, retained earnings, and business financials to determine the strongest presentation strategy.
Tax Planning vs. Borrowing Power
Many self-employed individuals minimize taxable income. That’s smart for taxes — but it affects lending. We create balance.
Lender Alignment
Not all lenders assess self-employed borrowers the same way. Choosing the right institution matters.
How I Structure Self-Employed Files
Strong approvals are built — not rushed. I review documentation early so there are no surprises later.
2–3 years of income analysis
Business financial review
Debt and cash flow positioning
Future income trajectory discussion
Alternative options if needed
This Is Often a Fit For:
Incorporated business owners
Commission-based earners
Family-run businesses
Contractors and consultants
Real estate professionals
Professionals transitioning from employment to self-employment
Clarity Removes Uncertainty.
Self-employed approvals don’t have to feel complicated. With proper structure and planning, financing becomes predictable — not stressful.