Pre-Approvals
It’s rare for most homebuyers to pay via cash. Typically, most homebuyers will place a twenty to fifty percent down payment. They’ll obtain the remaining financing through a lender via a mortgage. Mortgages can often be complex and time-consuming. Hence, most homebuyers often seek pre-approval before going house-hunting. Getting a pre-approval before shopping for a home is a good idea because it lets you know how much financing you can obtain from your lender. In addition, securing pre-approval also enables homebuyers to discuss possible loan options and budgeting with their lender. As a result, you have a clearer picture of the monthly mortgage payments you’ll need to make and the total home budget you have at your disposal.
Mortgage pre-approval letters are generally valid for sixty to ninety days. Hence, we recommend getting pre-approval shortly before house-hunting. You’ll need to file a mortgage application to receive pre-approval. In addition, you’ll need a checklist of the following documents:
- Social Insurance Number
- Your contact info and current address
- Bank account information
- Asset report
- Debt history
- Income and employment history
- Past addresses
- Other critical details
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