Can I get FHA with a new job?
Often yes. A new job with a written offer, a confirmed start date, and a salary similar to the prior role is usually workable, especially after the first paycheck.
What this actually means.
What hurts is a probationary period, an unrelated career change, commission-only without history, or a gap longer than 6 months without explanation. Lender overlays vary — some want 30 days on the job before close.
Where this can move.
Income type, employment history, debt ratio, reserves, automated underwriting findings, and lender overlays can change the answer.
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