About this Event
Self-Employed Homebuyer Workshop:
Learn how to prepare your taxes for a home purchase as a self-employed professional, in a casual, fun workshop.
Turn Your Business Income Into Homeownership
Are you a hair stylist, barber, or self-employed professional who dreams of owning a home but isn't sure how to qualify using your business income? This workshop is for YOU!
Join The Mortgage Belle and Realtor Nicole Nienaber for an informative, hands-on homebuyer workshop designed to help self-employed professionals understand how to prepare their taxes, document their income, and take the next steps toward purchasing a home.
Being self-employed doesn't mean homeownership is out of reach! Learn what lenders look for, how your tax returns can affect your mortgage qualification, and what steps you can take now to prepare for buying a home.
FREE Tax Preparation Opportunity
The first 10 eligible clients will have access to free tax preparation on-site. Come prepared to learn, ask questions, and take a meaningful step toward your homeownership goals.
What You'll Learn
- Understanding Your Taxes: Learn how your business income and tax returns can impact your ability to qualify for a mortgage.
- Preparing to Buy a Home: Discover what lenders look for when reviewing self-employed borrowers.
- Homebuyer Financing Options: Learn about mortgage programs and potential assistance options that may help make homeownership more affordable.
- Your Questions Answered: Bring your questions and get information to help you plan your path to homeownership.
- Getting Ready for January: Learn how to prepare now so you can be positioned to make an offer on a home as early as January, depending on your financial readiness and loan qualification.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is ideal for:
- Hairstylists and barbers
- Salon owners and booth renters
- Independent contractors
- Small business owners
- Anyone who is self-employed and wants to purchase a home
Whether you're just beginning to explore homeownership or hoping to buy soon, this workshop will help you better understand the process and the steps you can take to get ready.
Your business is building your income. Now let's work on building your future.
Space and free tax preparation availability may be limited, so register today!
Presented by The Mortgage Belle and Nicole Nienaber, Realtor® — Your Affordable Home Specialist.
Event Details
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: 2424 O'Neal Lane, Suite D, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Agenda
🕑: 01:30 PM - 01:40 PM
Welcome & Introductions
Info: Meet your hosts, connect with other self-employed professionals, and learn what you can expect from the workshop.
🕑: 01:40 PM - 01:55 PM
Understanding Taxes & Self-Employment Income
Info: Learn how business expenses, reported income, and tax returns can affect your ability to qualify for a mortgage.
🕑: 01:55 PM - 02:15 PM
Mortgage Qualification & Financing Options
Info: Explore what lenders look for, including credit, income documentation, debt-to-income ratio, and potential down payment assistance.
🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Your Roadmap to Homeownership
Info: Realtor Nicole Nienaber explains the homebuying process, preparing to purchase, finding the right home, and working toward a January home purchase when financially and mortgage-ready.
🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Q&A: Ask the Experts
Info: Get answers to your questions about taxes, mortgage approval, credit, and buying a home while self-employed.
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Next Steps & Individual Connections
Info: Learn how to follow up with the mortgage and real estate team. Eligible clients can receive details about the on-site tax preparation opportunity for the first 10 clients.
Event venue & nearby stays
Lavish Hair Gallery, 2424 O'Neal Lane, Baton Rouge, United States
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