Prequalification vs. Preapproval
However, getting prequalified for a mortgage and receiving a preapproval from a lender are two different steps in the process. A prequalification involves you and your mortgage broker engaging multiple banks and lenders to get a feel for how much they are willing to lend and at what interest rates. A prequalification from a lender or multiple lenders doesn’t guarantee you will receive financing. The amount the lenders