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Financing Your Home >Qualifying For A Loan

It is useful for home buyers to understand the difference between loan pre-qualification and pre-approval. Pre-qualification, which in today's marketplace is usually done by mortgage brokers, means working with the buyers to determine how much they can afford and which loans are the most likely to be available to them. Loan pre-qualification can save buyers time and money and can even be a bargaining tool with a seller. However, pre-qualification is not the same as loan "pre-approval". The mortgage broker can often get the buyer a pre-qualification letter, but pre-approval must be issued by the mortgage lender.

Pre-approval means that the lender has definitely committed to loaning the buyer money, once the house itself is approved. Since it is a much stronger pledge, it is a much more valuable negotiating tool. When you hear someone talking about "pre-approval", they are referring to specific acknowlegment by a lender that they are willing to loan the buyer money. The real estate agent can be of assistance in this process.

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Laura Harris-Hodges, REALTORŽ, real estate agent and broker for Tri-Cities, Richland, Kennewick and Pasco Washington home listings, property and land for sale - NUMBER1EXPERT(tm)

Laura Harris-Hodges
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Associated Brokers
8836 Gage Blvd Ste 101-B
Kennewick
WA 99336
509-737-3092
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Buying and selling a home is serious business...after all, for most of us, it is the most important investment we possess. When it comes to selecting a professional, you want a person with the knowledge, characteristics, and resources necessary to best look after your interests. With over 17 years of real estate experience, Laura goes the extra mile for all of her clients. Thats why she constantly researches the market and property values to insure that you achieve your goals. Laura is ranked in the top 1% of all Coldwell Banker agents nationally and is a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and Tri-Cities Home Construction Specialist. From selling to purchasing or building your new home, you won't find a harder working professional to handle all of your real estate needs. Laura Harris-Hodges Making A Difference For You

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