06/22/2026
Someone skipped pre-approval and went straight to making an offer on their dream home.
I’m Rosie. I’m calm. I’m patient. But I have feelings about this.
Pre-approval isn’t a formality. It tells you exactly what you can borrow, shows sellers you’re a serious buyer, and keeps you from falling in love with a home that’s outside your range. In a competitive market, an offer without a pre-approval letter often doesn’t even get considered.
The good news: getting pre-approved is one of the simpler parts of this process. It usually takes a day or two. You just need to do it before you start looking, not after you’ve already found the one.
First step toward buying? Comment HOME BUYER below. Meredith will reach out and help you figure out exactly where to start.
Meredith Donovan, REALTOR®, MRP | Keller Williams Realty River Cities | Licensed in GA & AL
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