What is mortgage pre-approval and do I need it?
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Answer: Pre-approval is the bank's written confirmation of how much it will lend you, usually valid for 60–90 days (some banks state 30). It costs little or nothing through a broker, and it makes you a serious buyer — sellers and agents prioritise pre-approved offers.
House-hunting without one means guessing your budget and racing the paperwork after you’ve found the home. We arrange pre-approvals typically within 24 hours, free.
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