Do you have to authorize a verification of employment?

Answer 1

YES; If they are looking fro proof of employment, start date, year to date earnings, current hourly rate or salary, last two years of gross income, current position, over time and a few others. Form must be signed by the person that completes the VOE at your place of employment. The VOE is a written document giving your permission for a third part to verify your employment, position and income.

NO; If all they are asking is - do you work there ?

After 10 years in the Mortgage Business I learned that for a VOE / Verification of Employment must be authorized by the employee / signed by the employee stating what the VOE is for. Any employer can not give out your employment information without your permission.

If they want to call your employer and ask only if you work there then they do not need your permission. They can't ask for dates, pay rates, position, over time or any other questions about your employment.

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