Unfortunately, NO. If you have been out of work for more than 6 months, you must be back at work for at least 6 months. That assumes the job is hourly or salary. Self-employed, commissions type jobs require you to be there 2 years. Lending in WI, SD, and MN - www.Mortgage-Duluth.com
I would say that given you were actually on long term disability rather than "laid off" that there is a chance you could be approved for a mortgage loan. That being said I would look to work with a lender who can get your file reviewed by an underwriter prior to putting any offers in on properties so that you can feel confident that employment history does not create a roadlblock for a loan approval.
If you went back to the same job at the same company... Then you should be OK.
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