6.28 - Principle

This isn't a final loan offer, but it is a vital document. It shows sellers that Sarah is a serious buyer, making her offer stronger than someone without one.

Imagine Sarah, a first-time homebuyer, has found her dream house. Before she can make an offer, she needs to know how much she can borrow. This step, mentioned at 6 minutes and 28 seconds in this YouTube video , is known as obtaining an —sometimes called a "Decision in Principle" or "Mortgage in Principle." Principle 6.28

The lender does a quick credit check to see if she is likely to be accepted. This isn't a final loan offer, but it is a vital document

In short, "Principle 6.28" represents the crucial "pre-approval" stage in a mortgage journey. How an AIP differs from a ? Before she can make an offer, she needs

Sarah submits her financial details (income, debts, savings) to a lender.

Within a few minutes, the lender gives her a document stating that they are prepared to lend her a specific amount (e.g.,

With this in hand, she can start her formal application and confidently proceed with her solicitor as discussed further in the video.