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When you're self-employed, getting approved for a mortgage isn't as straightforward as it is for W-2 employees. In this episode, Mike sits down with mortgage lender Bill Moeller to break down how tax-saving strategies can impact your mortgage application. 

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Chapters:

(00:57) The Mortgage Trap for Entrepreneurs
Why showing low income on paper can backfire when it’s time to buy a home.

(03:34) Hiring Your Kids: Tax Benefit, Mortgage Problem
One popular tax strategy could hurt your loan approval unless you plan ahead.

(05:44) Pre-Plan Your Income for Mortgage Success
How to reverse-engineer your tax return so you qualify for the house you want.

(09:26) What Lenders Actually Add Back (And Don’t)
Depreciation helps. Home office? Not so much. Here’s what gets counted.

(12:54) Why Distributions Don’t Count Without Profit
Lenders look for taxable income, not just how much cash you took out.

(15:40) Real Estate Loans: How Rental Income Is Calculated
Using market rent projections and DSCR loans to qualify for investment properties.

Podcast Host:

Mike Jesowshek, CPA – Founder and Host of Small Business Tax Savings Podcast
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🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
The Small Business Tax Savings Podcast is your go-to resource for cutting-edge tax strategies to help entrepreneurs legally slash their tax bills. Hosted by Mike Jesowshek, CPA, this show breaks down complex tax topics into clear, no-fluff insights so you can keep more of your hard-earned money.