For Self-Employed Borrowers and Real Estate Investors
From Florida to California, we have alternative lending options
for self-employed and investor borrowers that requires little to no income documentation
As a W-2 employee, your consistent paychecks and verifiable employment make qualifying for a mortgage faster and easier. Discover loan options designed for salaried professionals today!
With over 20 years of mortgage experience, and countless scenarios, our one goal is to provide smarter financing solutions, regardless
of your real estate experience
Mortgage Experts Miami
Finding mortgage experts Miami who understand self-employed income, investment properties, and non-traditional financial profiles is harder than it should be. You've built a business, accumulated assets, or invested in real estate, yet traditional lenders reject your application because your income doesn't fit their boxes. This is where the right mortgage broker makes all the difference.
Horizon Lending Services brings over 20 years of mortgage experience to borrowers across Miami and beyond, specializing in the financing solutions traditional banks won't touch. Whether you're a business owner, real estate investor, freelancer, or high-net-worth individual, we understand that your financial picture is complex and legitimate-it just requires a different approach.
What Mortgage Experts Miami Actually Offer
Not all mortgage brokers in Miami work the same way. Many follow the conventional lending playbook: W-2 income, standard credit boxes, full documentation on everything. This works for some borrowers, but leaves millions stranded.
Horizon Lending Services approaches Miami lending differently. Our mortgage broker team specializes in four core areas that traditional lenders either avoid or misunderstand:
Bank statement loans and 1099 financing - We document income through 12-24 months of bank statements instead of tax returns, perfect for self-employed professionals who own businesses, manage investments, or take deductions that reduce reported income.
DSCR investment property loans - For real estate investors in Miami buying rental properties, we underwrite based on the property's debt service coverage ratio, not your personal income. This opens financing for portfolios traditional lenders freeze.
Jumbo loans up to $5 million - Miami's luxury market demands high-balance financing. We provide jumbo loans with flexible documentation for borrowers who might not meet conventional jumbo requirements.
Asset-based and alternative lending - Have significant assets but irregular income? We can structure financing around what you own, not just what you earn each month.
Because these programs require less income documentation, the entire mortgage process accelerates. You're not buried in months of tax return analysis, accountant letters, and explanation letters. Horizon Lending Services moves faster because we're evaluating your actual financial capacity, not checking boxes.
Mortgage Experts Miami vs. Traditional Lenders: What Actually Changes
Lending Approach
Traditional Banks
Horizon Lending Services
Income Documentation
2 years of tax returns, W-2s, paystubs
Bank statements, profit/loss statements, asset documentation
Self-Employed Approval Rate
Lower - strict income averaging
Higher - we understand business structures
Investment Property Financing
Based on personal income
Based on property cash flow (DSCR)
Loan Amount Flexibility
Up to conventional limits
Up to $5 million with alternative programs
Processing Speed
60-90 days typical
30-45 days typical with streamlined docs
The practical difference: a Miami business owner earning $150,000 annually might be approved for a $250,000 home by Horizon Lending Services when traditional banks offer only $180,000. A real estate investor with three rental properties generating $8,000 monthly gets approved by cash flow instead of being asked to prove personal income they've minimized through deductions.
Who Benefits Most From Alternative Lending in Miami
Horizon Lending Services works with distinct borrower types, each facing different obstacles with traditional lenders:
Self-employed professionals and business owners - You've structured your business to minimize taxes, which is smart financially and terrible for mortgage qualification. Our bank statement loans skip the tax return frustration entirely. Consultants, contractors, salon owners, and entrepreneurs in Miami qualify faster through actual cash flow.
Real estate investors - Whether you're buying your second rental property or managing a portfolio, DSCR loans in Miami let the property itself justify the loan. You're not asked to prove personal income; the investment's income does the work.
Freelancers and commission-based earners - Irregular income is normal for you but confuses traditional underwriters. We look at 12-24 months of bank deposits to establish sustainable earnings patterns.
High-net-worth individuals - Significant assets and irregular income sometimes create qualification gaps. Asset-based financing through Horizon Lending Services uses what you've built to support what you want to borrow.
Veterans - Our VA loan programs serve Miami's veteran population with flexible underwriting and minimal documentation, honoring military service with simplified financing.
The Horizon Lending Services Difference Across Miami
Working with Horizon Lending Services means working with a broker who has seen every income variation and property scenario. We're not constrained by a single lender's boxes. Our relationships across multiple lending programs-bank statement lenders, DSCR specialists, jumbo providers, VA partners-mean your loan gets matched to the right program, not forced into the closest fit.
In Miami specifically, where the real estate market spans from young professionals buying their first home to investors building portfolios to executives purchasing second homes, this flexibility matters enormously. The mortgage solution for a self-employed real estate agent in Coconut Grove differs from the solution for a developer financing an investment property in Miami Beach. We build each loan structure individually.
Horizon Lending Services handles borrowers nationwide, but our mortgage broker team understands Miami's specific market-the investor activity, the seasonal income patterns, the high-value properties, the international buyer considerations. That local knowledge combines with national lending flexibility to create financing that works where traditional lenders stop.
If you've been turned down elsewhere, or if you know traditional lending won't work for your situation, reach out to Horizon Lending Services. We specialize in the loans other brokers decline, and we're ready to build a financing solution that actually fits your life and business.
Frequently Asked Questions
What income documents do I need for a bank statement loan in Miami?
Bank statement loans typically require 12 months of personal and/or business bank statements showing regular deposits. Unlike conventional loans, you won't need tax returns, W-2s, or paystubs. Horizon Lending Services reviews your actual cash deposits to qualify you, making this ideal for self-employed borrowers whose tax returns don't reflect true earning capacity.
Can I get approved for an investment property loan without showing personal income?
Yes, through DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loans. Horizon Lending Services underwrites based on the rental property's cash flow, not your personal income. As long as the property's net operating income supports the loan payment, you can qualify regardless of your W-2 or business income.
How much can I borrow with a jumbo loan through Horizon Lending Services?
Horizon Lending Services provides jumbo loans up to $5 million with flexible underwriting. This is particularly valuable in Miami's luxury market where high-balance financing is essential. We work with borrowers who may not fit conventional jumbo requirements, using alternative documentation to establish capacity.
Are there mortgage programs available for self-employed borrowers in Miami?
Absolutely. Beyond bank statement loans, Horizon Lending Services offers 1099 loans, asset-based financing, and alternative programs specifically designed for self-employed professionals. We understand business structures, deductions, and irregular income patterns that traditional Miami lenders struggle with.
How fast can Horizon Lending Services close a mortgage in Miami compared to traditional banks?
Because alternative programs require less documentation, closing typically happens in 30-45 days instead of the 60-90 days traditional banks need. Fewer documents to gather and fewer approval layers means faster movement from application to closing, getting you into your property sooner.
DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio)
Maximize your portfolio potential with Non-QM loans designed for first time or savvy investors; no tax returns, just smart financing.
Self Employed
Our Self-Employed Non-QM Loans are designed for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and business owners who don’t fit the traditional lending mold. Qualify using bank statements, 1099s, a P&L or asset-based income. No Tax Returns or W2’s Required! 1 Year Self-Employed History Allowed!
VA
With a VA home loan, eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and surviving spouses can buy or refinance with zero down payment, no PMI, and competitive interest rates. Whether you’re purchasing your first home or refinancing, we make the process simple, fast, and tailored to your service.
Jumbo Loans
Unlock high-value properties with creative jumbo loan solutions up to $5 million; perfect for self-employed borrowers, luxury homebuyers, and investors with unique income streams. We go beyond the traditional box to deliver flexible financing that fits your vision.
First Time Buyer
Whether you’re eyeing an FHA loan with low down payment options or a Conventional loan with competitive rates, we help first-time home buyers navigate the path to homeownership with confidence. Get expert guidance, flexible financing, and personalized support every step of the way.
Cash-Out Refinance
Consolidate high-interest debt into one low monthly payment; using the equity you’ve already built. Pay off credit cards, personal loans, or medical bills, update your home, and regain control of your finances with a streamlined, cost-effective solution backed by competitive conventional rates.
We can’t thank Scott Simmons enough for all his help during both our original purchase of our home, as well as our recent refinancing. Scott was able to get us an incredible rate and was extremely detailed and explanatory the entire way. We, of course, had rookie questions being first-time home buyers, but he made himself available to answer and explain any of our questions and made helpful suggestions, as well as great advice given our individual situation. I highly recommend Scott for your mortgage needs!
Sarah Lati
Marcus and HLS went above and beyond the call of duty to get a loan processed in record time and a “clear to close” on Christmas Eve! Highly recommend!!!
David Holmes
Have always had a great experience with Horizon Lending Services. Scott and his team are the BEST! They helped us in 2021 with a refinance of our first home. Then this year they helped us with getting a loan for our property! Scott was patient and always willing to go over everything multiple times to ensure we understood everything. Kept us updated on status’ as well as just to check in.
Samantha Mellott
Just recently had the experience of working with Marcus on a loan for an investment property. Not only did he help me find the lowest cost strategy to purchase the property, he kept me updated, helped jumped through the various hurdles that came up to make sure we didn’t have any delays and the purchase was as smooth as possible. Marcus is an incredible lender and is my go to for any and all loan questions or needs