Joe DownsCEO & Co-Founder, Belrose Storage Group. Founder, Storage Moguls.

How to Prove You’re the Real Deal to Sellers

14 Feb 2026 · 1 min

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This content was created by Joe Downs. This content was uploaded by Joe Downs. This is a YouTube video titled "How to Prove You’re the Real Deal to Sellers" (posted 2026-02-14). The excerpt is an informational/educational segment delivered by a single speaker explaining what lenders look at when qualifying a buyer: five key areas including a personal financial statement (net worth), 2–3 years of tax returns to verify income history, and a credit score (typically 680+). The content is targeted at prospective buyers or investors preparing to demonstrate credibility to sellers. Thumbnail URL is provided in the metadata.

And this is what you need to show the seller that you're the real deal. So then you may be wondering, well, what exactly does the lender look at? Well, essentially it's 5 key areas. First, they want to see your personal financial statement to gauge your net worth and overall balance sheet strength. Then they're going to require 2 to 3 years of tax returns to verify your income history and stability. Your credit score is also a character check. They're typically going to see 680 or higher to confirm you And how to manage your debt responsibly.