Can you get a conventional loan after a recent job change? What underwriters look for and when waiting helps. The 2 Mortgage Guys at Luminate Bank.
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Recent Job Change
Yes — a recent job change does not automatically disqualify you for a conventional loan. Lenders care about continuity of income, related experience, and documentation more than staying at one employer forever.
Stability of income matters more than loyalty to a single employer.
Promotion, lateral move for higher pay, or switching companies in the same field are common — and often strengthen your file.
Having these ready keeps underwriting from stalling after you go under contract.
If variable pay is a big part of your income, a few pay cycles can unlock a larger purchase price.
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