Start with how your work is structured
Explain whether you operate personally or through a corporation, how long you have been active and whether income is seasonal. Revenue, business profit and personal income are different figures. A lender decides which evidence it will accept.
Organize documents securely
Tax filings, notices of assessment and business financial statements may be relevant later. Ask for a file-specific checklist and a verified secure transfer method. Do not put tax or account numbers in a contact message.
Discuss the trade-offs
If standard documentation does not reflect your situation, ask which options can actually be considered and how their rates, fees and conditions differ. Self-employment does not guarantee an exception or approval.