You can still get a mortgage if you’re...

If you’re self-employed, you may have a more difficult time obtaining financing for that home, but there’s still many ways to get it. Since 2010, CMHC has changed the rules for down payment amounts, and to add to the confusion, there are also new rules for those who have been self-employed for more than three years. Still, if you can prove your income, show you’re up-to-date on your taxes and you have solid credit, the chances that you get that approval, are greatly improved. By providing the required documentation, you’re much more likely to be approved for a mortgage if you qualify based on your…