How to find a good lender and get pre-approved?

[Nick Bartelotti]

I just started looking into real estate and reading books. I’m located in NYC but I was thinking of looking for properties in PA. I was curious on how to find a good lender to get pre-approved and get an understanding on rates and how to find a good financier to help me get my first property. Also curious if the lender has to be in the Same state as where I’m looking to buy. Would appreciate any help and knowledge!