Is it okay to offer on two properties at the same time?

[Nick Monge]

I'm in the process of getting my pre-approval letter. My father is going to be my partner on the deal, I know there will be no problems getting the financing. We're looking at two 4-unit properties in Alabama.

My questions:

-Can you only buy one property with a pre-approval?

-Do you have to wait to buy a second property or can you be buying the simultaneously? Like will a bank give you two loan for two different properties??

-If you can't buy two at the same time with traditional financing, what are other options to lock in both purchases? 

Please help!!

These are my first multi-unit properties.. Excited to get started with multi-family properties.