Buying First Duplex

[Mike DeLeo]

Hi Everyone,

I am working on getting all the pieces in order to go on the hunt to purchase my FIRST duplex. 

 If I haven't gone to a lender to get pre-approved for a loan, should I hold off on looking at places that are for sale? My reason is, I see places in my area that I am interested in looking at, but If i go and schedule an appointment to see some of these places, will the seller not take me seriously if I am not "pre-approved ready"? My feeling is that I should at least be getting out there and work on building relationships and talking to the people who are in the industry.

Any feedback is appreciated, thanks all!