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Pre-Approved ≠ Prepared — Here’s the Real Advantage

  • Writer: Michael Belfor
    Michael Belfor
  • Jun 25
  • 1 min read

Getting pre-approved is a solid first step — and most buyers think that’s where the mortgage work ends.


But in this market, pre-approval isn’t enough.


The strongest buyers today are fully underwritten before they even write an offer.

Here’s what that actually means:

✅ Full income + asset review done upfront

✅ Credit is already run and cleared

✅ Loan is ready to close before the home is even under contract

✅ Offers can close faster — often under 20 days

✅ Sellers take it seriously



I’ve watched fully underwritten buyers beat out higher bids because their offer felt like a guaranteed close — not a maybe.


It’s the difference between hoping you’re ready… and knowing you are.

And in a competitive market? That’s the edge.


Want to look stronger than cash? Get fully underwritten.

Want to get started and find out how to become truly BULLET PROOF as a HOME BUYER? CLICK HERE to schedule a time to chat.

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