I have saved enough money to do this 2x over without taking any hard money loans to do this, but recently left my employer of over 6 years to start a couple of things on my own. 

In addition, if you are self-employed with no full-time employees you may wish to consider opening a Solo 401k instead of a self-directed IRA as it has several advantages over an IRA LLCsuch as much higher contribution limits, direct checkbook control (i.e. no need to have the account at a speciality trust company), ability to take a 401k loan, exclusion from unrelated debt finance income tax with respect to investment in real estate acquired with non-recourse financing, etc.

She is self employed and we are looking for a low downpayment option for her to get into a home with a purchase price of $350K. 

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How can I file my taxes without taking a huge income loss from being self employed.

Being that I am self employed, it's a little trickier to get financing than for someone who can back up their REI activities with a solid, dependable day job, lol.

Verify employment and income.  

As an independent person this income is just like any employer income, right?

Do you do double closings or employ any other "creative" strategies?

I'd imagine It's gonna be hard for you to find a loan most likely if you don't have employment.