Understand the Difference Between Pre-Qualified & Pre-Approved
We have all heard the terms "Pre-Qualified" and "Pre-Approved", but what do they really mean? Is there a difference between the two? Yes ... and we think you should understand the difference before buying a Lake of the Ozark Home !! Pre-Qualified - This gives you an idea of how much you might qualify to borrow. This process usually requires that you provide information to your mortgage lender but the information has yet to be verified. You have not actually applied for the loan yet, the information has not been verified, your credit history has not been reviewed and the loan is NOT guaranteed. A pre-qualification letter merely states that you might be approved for the mortgage amount. Pre-Approved - When you are "pre-approved" for a loan, your mortgage lender has received, checked and verified your income, as well as assets and liablities information. A copy of your credit report has likely been reviewed to check your credit history and habi