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What is the difference between being prequalified and preapproved for a loan?
Buyers Answers

If you're prequalified it means that you POTENTIALLY could get a loan for the amount stated to you, assuming that all of the information you provide to the bank is accurate and true. This is not as strong as a preapproval.

If you're preapproved, it means that you have undergone the extensive financial background check, which includes looking at your credit history, previous tax returns and verifying your employment - and the lender is willing to give you a loan, basically meaning you're approved!

You will usually be provided an accurate figure which shows the maximum amount that you are approved for.  Most sellers prefer buyers that have been preapproved because they know that there will not be any problems with the purchase of their home.

 

Walt Welch, Managing Broker
First Premier Realty Group
Ph: 404-348-2500 Ext. 702
2897 N. Druid Hills Rd. Suite 227
Altanta, GA 30329
www.FirstPremierRealtyGroup.com

EcoBroker® Certified, Member of The Atlanta Board of Realtors®, Georgia Association of Realtors®, National Association of Realtors®, and The Atlanta Commerical Board of Realtors®