I know about 5 years ago you were usually expected to have been employed by the same company for 12 consecutive months. Is it still the same now?????
2006-09-28 08:34:56 · 16 answers · asked by Jo W 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Generally-- the longer the better. However with the changing market, lenders have had to ease some requirements. There are programs available without 12 months at your current employer, but as with everything else there are stipulations. You will undoubtedly need to prove employment for the last few years, but it won't necessarily need to be at one place. Get your ducks in a row to ensure ease of the process, but know that there are thousands of hungry lenders out there willing to go the extra mile for your business.
2006-09-28 08:45:52 · answer #1 · answered by benb21601 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get a mortgage loan from any company no matter how long you've been on the job, but these are from companies that are called "subprime" which means you end up with a rate less than "A." To get the best rate available mortgage lenders are your best option. Their requirements are more strict and have deffinite guidelines concerning job stability. The decision making process is weighed with what is called "compensating factors," so you could be on the job for less than a year. Overall, however, they would like to see at least two years in the same line of business. This issue is very important if overtime, commission, or any variable income is needed to help you qualify; in these cases, income will not be considered if you're on the job less than 2 years. The two year requirement is waived if you made a transition from either a school where you studied to become what your job is now or if your company moved you from one line of work to another. You can have a miriad of jobs within any length of time, so long as you document it and it's in the same line of business or are exempt from these criteria as mentioned above. Good Luck.... these days, if you can leave breath on a mirror, you have a loan.
2006-09-28 09:13:03 · answer #2 · answered by ucla987 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most banks would look for at least 3mths proof of salary or at least a permanent contract of employment. They are also now willing to lend much more now compared to about a year ago because of the price of houses and the first time buyer dilema. Lots of people with good jobs and regular income were being declined by banks as they were not prepared to lend what was needed. This meant that the independant mortgage companies were making shed loads ripping off decent people cos this was the only way they could get on the property ladder. Go to your bank and see what thety have to offer and ask them how much they would be prepared to lend but also shop around and make sure you are getting what you want.
Good luck!!!!
2006-09-28 08:48:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it really does depend on your situation. if you just came out of school or the military and you are not getting a full time job you should be okay.
if you are working for a company full time and now are moving to another company you will be fine.but if you are working for a long time in a part time job it may be a bit difficult to get the bank to
"accept" that income because there is no history of it. they will simply say you are getting a full time job just to qualify for a mortgage. one good exception would be if you were working for a temp agency and now the company you were working for is offering you a full time job.
the best thing to do is speak to the lender directly and be upfront with them. they should tell you right away based on your situation if it can work.
lastly, FHA mortgages which are government insured loans may have some of the most flexible guidelines. you can check out www.libertygrant.com to help get a free grant for your downmpayment and be connected to a lender that specializes in FHA loans.
good luck
2006-09-29 14:14:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if this is true nationwide, but I just applied for a mortgage, as did my sister. She just graduated and has only been working at her current job for 2-3 months. She qualified, but for a lot less. My banker told me it doesn't matter how long you've been employed but if it's less than five years they will check previous employers to make sure you're not getting fired or laid off or whatever.
2006-09-28 08:42:40 · answer #5 · answered by Just tryin' to help 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you switch companies but work in the same field, it is a lot less important...12 months atleast would be ideal, but depending on other quals, you can still get mortgage with any length of history.
2006-09-28 08:40:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
2 years in employment and 6 months in the same job usually
2006-09-28 10:10:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you commonly want a 2 3 hundred and sixty 5 days paintings historic previous. maximum organizations are seeking for for non-stop employment. you do not must be on an identical position for 2 years, yet you need to be operating for no less than 2 immediately years. sure, organizations are transforming into stricter, yet there are nevertheless some sturdy recommendations accessible.
2016-11-25 01:04:16 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't think so ... we got a mortgage from Halifax, not that long ago and I had only just started a new job. I didn't even have a permanent contract and they still gave me a mortgage.
2006-09-28 08:39:36 · answer #9 · answered by lovelylexie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
generally the lender will look for 2 years your employment history, but with so many mortgage programs right now it is not the must thing now to get approved for the loan.
2006-09-28 10:44:09 · answer #10 · answered by bianca 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋