What is prequalification? Does it mean the loan is approved?
Prequalification is the initial step in securing a mortgage. A lender will analyze your current income, debt and basic credit history situation in order to qualify you for a maximum loan amount. This gives you a clear picture of your financial parameters. In preapproval, the lender verifies your income, debt and financial picture, approving the loan subject to a favorable appraisal of the property you select.